Sustainable Business Voices: Naturepedic
Barry A. Cik, founder of Naturepedic, on the importance of business leadership on environmental protection.
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OSBC Endorses Fair Farm Bill Principles
Small Family Farms Challenged by Big Ag, Big Food Systems We are all familiar with this mantra repeated by every politician: “Small […]
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The Costs of Water Pollution
Over 400,000 people and hundreds of businesses impacted by a single, large-scale Harmful Algal Bloom event in Lake Erie in 2014 led to a tap water ban advisory that spanned three counties in Ohio and one in Michigan. What was the economic cost?
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Ohio’s Environment & Economy at Risk
EDF Report reveals the dire risk to Ohio’s environment and economy should proposed budget cuts to EPA be passed.
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Wind industry sees Ohio’s rejection as opportunity to try again | cleveland.com
Big Wind isn’t taking NO from a split Ohio legislature as a sign it has no chance in the state. The Ohio […]
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China Mixed Paper/Plastic Import Ban is a “Sputnik” Moment for the US Recycling Industry
The market for mixed paper and plastic is changing. What are the implications for recycling in Ohio?
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Energy Works and Finance Authority partner to offer green energy financing
Programs offer low-interest financing for green energy upgrades in Franklin County.
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Federal Fracking Rule Gets Day in Court
A lawsuit contesting new rules for hydraulic fracturing on federal land will get its day in court even though President Donald Trump’s administration doesn’t intend to implement them.
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How One Chicago Restaurant Went Totally Trash-Free
Some restaurants produce eight gallons of waste every hour. Thanks to a sustainability plan, Sandwich Me stretched that time…to two years.
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OSBC Supports Organic Agriculture
OSBC signs letter to congressional leaders and Secretary of Agriculture Purdue, recognizing the value of organic farming programs to a prosperous economy.
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Rolling back Clean Car Standards is bad for America
Current auto emission and fuel efficiency standards have improved our air and saved citizens and businesses money, but some auto industry groups want to roll back these sensible guidelines for short term profits.
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Loss of Net Neutrality Will Have Deep Impact for Businesses
A free and open internet is much more than a business tool. It is, in fact, the equal playing field essential to real competition and a chance at success for small businesses. Learn about the threat to Net Neutrality and what you can do.
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