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EMERALD BLOG

The Future of Sports Is Sustainable

As the world continues to celebrate the return of live sports, we are reminded of the powerful role that sports have historically played as a source of inspiration, joy, and community for people all around the globe. The athletes and teams we...

The Cost of Avoiding Sustainability

Upon rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement, the US committed to achieving 50% reductions in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The members of 2030 Districts across America have too. The buildings you build and renovate today will be measured by the...

Core Values Drive Results at Firelands Scientific

We recently connected with Firelands Scientific, a Certified B Corporation and cutting-edge medical cannabis company located in nearby Huron, Ohio. Firelands Scientific lives its values of respect, taking ownership, innovation, and being a force for...

Sparking a Debate on Cannabis and Carbon

In recent years, the cannabis industry has experienced significant growth--21 states and Washington D.C. have legalized marijuana for recreational purposes, and medical use is legal in 39 states. In many ways, momentum appears to be on the side of...

Achieve Net Zero Emissions

With each passing quarter, more companies are responding to the demands of board members, employees, consumers, and the planet by setting goals of carbon neutrality and net zero emissions. As discussed in a recent blog, the 2015 Paris Climate...

The US Rejoined the Paris Agreement! Now What?

The United Nations has declared climate change to be a global emergency. In response to the unprecedented set of challenges posed by climate change, in 2015 UN member nations adopted the Paris Agreement, a legally binding international treaty...

The UN Sustainable Development Goals: Understanding Our Role

Conscious Capitalism NEO recently hosted a webinar entitled “Measurements that Matter: The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,” attended by Emerald staff. Following the event, we got to thinking about the incredible magnitude of the global...

Big Changes: Energy Star Multi-Family New Construction Replaces Energy Star Homes

Energy Star is a rating system available for buildings, issued by the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Energy Star provides certification programs based upon building type (homes, multi-family, commercial,...

How Furniture Supports Sustainability Goals

What furniture is right for this space? Frequently a perplexing question, deciding on furniture can be a time-consuming and challenging task. Size? Color? Cost? Comfort? All are important factors to consider during the decision-making process, but...