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Ecotourism Rising: Transforming Travel and Boosting Sustainability

What if your next vacation could help rebuild a coral reef or restore a forest? For many travelers, that’s not just a dream, it’s the goal. Ecotourism was once a niche market, but it is booming as travelers increasingly prioritize environmental...

Building Life Cycle Assessments: The Key to Sustainable, Profitable Projects

When you walk into a new building, it’s easy to notice the surface details: gleaming floors, stylish fixtures, and efficient appliances. What’s less obvious is the “behind-the-scenes” journey that helped shape that building in the first place. From...

Emerald Gives 2025: A Catalyst for Sustainable, Nonprofit Leadership

With over $500 billion flowing into U.S. charities annually, the potential for transformative impact is immense. Yet, writing a check often merely scratches the surface of what communities really need. That’s why partnerships between businesses and...

LEED v5 Unpacked: Key Certification Changes for Buildings and Interiors

Sustainability in building design isn’t just about energy efficiency or reducing waste — it’s about creating spaces that work smarter, last longer, and support both people and the planet. That’s where LEED BD+C (Building Design and Construction) and

EU and State Laws: A Ripple Effect on U.S. Sustainability

In many areas, America is recognized as a leader and innovator, yet sustainability remains an exception — particularly in the realm of regulatory frameworks and standards that govern reporting, compliance, and best practices. For decades, the ...

How Sustainable Cities Are Shaping Property Management

Across the country, property owners and managers are navigating a changing landscape — one shaped by evolving regulations, environmental challenges, and shifting market expectations. From carbon reduction targets to water conservation incentives,...

The Growing Intersection of Private Equity and Sustainability

Private equity might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering sustainability. Images of green-tech startups and grassroots nonprofits typically fill that space, right? However, times are changing — and fast.

Greenbuild 2024 Wrap-Up: Key Points for Sustainability Success

Another Greenbuild Conference has come and gone, leaving us inspired and energized for the future of sustainability. This November 2024, our team—Abby McDonald, Sophia Hestad, and Savannah Thornburgh—attended the event to explore cutting-edge...

Why CEOs Should Embrace Sustainability Disclosures for a Competitive Edge

CEOs today are under immense pressure to strengthen their companies while navigating complex demands — from driving growth and managing risks to building trust with stakeholders. Increasingly, sustainability has become a critical part of this...