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LG Electronics Reports 75 Percent Increase in Energy Star® ‘Most Efficient’ Product Sales

Aggressive Promotions Educate Consumers, Retailers; Boosts Acceptance of Energy Efficiency in TVs, Appliances
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ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 2, 2012 /3BL Media/ – LG Electronics USA’s sales of products designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as “ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient” have increased significantly in 2012, reflecting growing consumer acceptance of LG’s energy efficient TVs, refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners. 

Intel Leads Green Power User List; Minneapolis to Use Energy Star to Measure Energy Efficiency; GM Joins Solar Energy Industries Association; Investors Call on Oil Companies to Disclose Fracking Data - Energy Minute for February 13, 2013

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Intel has been recognized for using more than 3 billion kilowatt hours of green power annually by the EPA in its latest Green Power Partnership rankings. That amount of green power equals 100 percent of the company’s U.S. electricity use. Intel leads the list as the largest voluntary purchaser of green power in the country for the fifth consecutive year.

EPA, LG Electronics USA Collaborate on Broad Environmental Sustainability Initiatives

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WASHINGTON, December 27, 2012 /3BL Media/– The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and LG Electronics USA (LG) have entered into an agreement to collaborate on a number of environmentally beneficial goals.

Under the agreement signed by EPA and LG (a 2012 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year), the company has pledged to participate in a broad array of EPA environmental stewardship programs with technical assistance and support from the EPA. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the EPA and LG, states that the company will pursue a series of initiatives, including:

GM Leads in Energy Reduction Challenge, Saves $90 Million

54 of its facilities meet U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR® Challenge for Industry
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DETROIT, Dec. 5, 2012 /3BL Media/ – General Motors now has 54 facilities meeting a voluntary energy reduction challenge set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – more than any company worldwide. GM saves $90 million in energy costs as a result.

Verizon's CSO James Gowen: Sustainability Matters for Our Children's Future

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This article was written by Philip Fava and appeared in Forbes

It was evident that from the beginning of the conversation that James Gowen, Verizon’s Chief Sustainability Officer, loves his job.  “I care deeply about sustainability because my children will be affected by my work,” said Gowen. “Everyone can relate to the fact that sustainability initiatives are crucial to the future of our kids, and the world.”

Second GM Facility Receives ENERGY STAR Certification

Energy efficient distribution center also named 100th landfill-free site
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(3BL Media) Lansing, MI - June 20, 2012 - General Motors’ Lansing Customer Care and Aftersales parts distribution center reached landfill-free status and earned ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy efficiency from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Bank of America and Vital Voices Global Partnership Launch Program for Emerging Women Leaders; Hanes Earns Energy Star Partner of the Year Award from EPA - CSR Minute for March 14, 2012

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The CSR Minute is your daily video digest of the most relevant Corporate Social Responsibility news of the day. Our team of 3BL Media correspondents tracks the global world of corporate social responsibility to bring you coverage of the most important announcements, initiatives, issues, trends, ideas, and breaking news.

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The CSR Minute is your daily video digest of the most relevant Corporate Social Responsibility news of the day. Our team of 3BL Media correspondents tracks the global world of corporate social responsibility to bring you coverage of the most important announcements, initiatives, issues, trends, ideas, and breaking news.

Toys R Us Launches Campaign for Autism Speaks; GM Named 2012 Energy Star Partner of the Year by EPA - CSR Minute for March 5, 2012

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The CSR Minute is your daily video digest of the most relevant Corporate Social Responsibility news of the day. Our team of 3BL Media correspondents tracks the global world of corporate social responsibility to bring you coverage of the most important announcements, initiatives, issues, trends, ideas, and breaking news.

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The CSR Minute is your daily video digest of the most relevant Corporate Social Responsibility news of the day. Our team of 3BL Media correspondents tracks the global world of corporate social responsibility to bring you coverage of the most important announcements, initiatives, issues, trends, ideas, and breaking news.

LEED®-EB Gold Certification is Earned for The World Bank’s “I” and “J” Buildings

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(3BL Media / theCSRfeed) Washington, DC - July 12, 2011 - Leonardo Academy announced that The World Bank’s Washington, DC “I” and “J” Buildings, owned and managed by The World Bank, have been awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance (LEED®-EB: O&M) v2009 Gold Certification. This certification recognizes that The World Bank has implemented continuous sustainability improvement measures guided by LEED-EB, a rating system developed by the U.S.

Greenspiration Home: The NEW Homeowners Source for Green Home Advice

Publisher Trish Holder Talks About The Inspiration Behind Greenspiration!
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"Why shut up about it now?"

That was what Trish Holder was thinking after all the hoopla of the Greenspiration Home showcase home project in Greensboro, NC. This homeowner still had a lot to share about her experience building green. And she had a hunch that other homeowners did as well.

 

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"Why shut up about it now?"

That was what Trish Holder was thinking after all the hoopla of the Greenspiration Home showcase home project in Greensboro, NC. This homeowner still had a lot to share about her experience building green. And she had a hunch that other homeowners did as well.

 

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