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CPAandMBA

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Jul 17, 2008 1:03 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Every business should be green. I can`t think of a single business that wouldn`t benefit from sustainable business practices.

It reduces costs, attracts and motivates employees, improves supply chains and improves customer and community relations.

Companies with green practices outperform their competition.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. The future is green.

www.GreenCPA.blogspot.com

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Check out my blog at www.GreenCPA.blogspot.com

mcarrieri

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Jul 22, 2008 1:15 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I have a green business that I am starting. It utilizes personal water bottles, and involves gardening, green education, and recycling. Please let me know if anyone has an upcoming green event, and are interested in adding this program. No charge to SUN community members.

Sincerely,

Mike

mdcnet1@gmail.com

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Sincerely,

Mike Carrieri
MDCNet, CEO
mdcnet1@gmail.com
408 476-3750

guajero

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Jul 22, 2008 1:49 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I`m crazy about solar thermal heaters because they are inexpensive to build and work very well. In the northeast you could do a good business making solar heaters out of recycled beer cans.

Gordon

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Looking For Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs

mcarrieri

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Jul 22, 2008 2:06 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I recently saw the aluminum can thermal heaters. There was another reference I found to heaters using a platform of river rocks under acrylic/glass. Rocks can hold/store heat for a long time.

I would propose utilizing cans (thin metal heats up fast), and rocks for long lasting heat together in some device. Rocks are heavy, maybe pumice (which can be easily cut to shape/form), or possibly cat litter, or even small rocks. What about used seashells?

Also to cut-down on the "home grown"/redneck syle issues, put a nice sheet of metal over the cans, perhaps with a painted design. I know the cans thermal heater are better when painted black, there`s no reason not to cover it. You could even try to match homeowner`s house paint color to camoflage the heater unit.

You are on the right track. If you succeed you will move from the home-grown units to more industrial units, capitalizing on the materials and components experience you`ve gained. In my area there is a home owner who built a home made carport cover. I need to refer hime here, and watch him get rich!

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Sincerely,

Mike Carrieri
MDCNet, CEO
mdcnet1@gmail.com
408 476-3750

drm7

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Aug 01, 2008 3:36 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I sincerely want to know, is a business that markets itself as "green" and plans to garner business because of being green viable in the long-term? Is "green" a fad or a long-term trend? Can a business that markets as "green" and gets business because of it be viable for 5 years? 10 years? 30 years? How long can "green" be considered a competitive advantage? I am asking these questions in all sincerity.

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Jjzzr1313

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Aug 07, 2008 1:19 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I not sure what is hot to others but I know what I am excited about.

My business will focus on dealing with the ever increasing e-waste stream by reusing, remarketing and properly disposing of electronic trash.

My business will change the way everyone understands treats,and uses Eco-friendly products now and well into the next millenium.richjazzman!!!!!!!!!!!

CPAandMBA

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Aug 12, 2008 2:49 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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A Green business is dedicated to being Green. Which means managing for the triple-bottom line of people, planet and profits.

While being Green is all the rage, much of what is being said is greenwashing and mere marketing. Companies that embrace being Green as a driving force will be transparent, honest and clear about their claims.

It means looking at your supply chain and pushing for constant improvements from your suppliers.

Being Green will attract customers, employees, interest and investments. The future is Green and every business can embrace the vision. Doing it to be part of the lastest marketing trend is shortsighted and will end up costing you in the long-run when people find out you lack substance and the competition leaves you sitting in the dust.

I blog about Green businesses. Check out my blog at www.GreenCPA.blogspot.com

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jean808

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Sep 02, 2008 5:22 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I am into waste management business since 1999. In my opinion, any business that would help in protecting the environment is green business. I`m here now in Canada and in the process of making my first educational environmental online games.

Jean

Guests

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Sep 17, 2008 8:06 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Rich,

Our CPA friend is absolutely correct, being Green will attract customers, but which ones? If you know that, at least you can start toward your perfect business.

While we`re blogging anew about Green, our CPA buddy can attest that the Green wave has been building up for at least 5 years with the initial ripples hitting us 10 or more years ago. Retailers have had ample time to get a handle on their customer base, and the bulk of the Green buyers are the baby boomers. Sadly, it`s not the GenX or GenY as one would think, or would like to think, given that they have the most to gain, environmentally speaking.

So with that information in hand, at least you can focus in a bit more.

ultraluster

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Nov 16, 2008 12:16 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

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My product does not claim to be "Green" but it is Eco-Friendly. I have a waterless car wash product that saves water and reduces chemical run-off into our ground water unlike traditional car washing.
Even though the chemicals inside the bottle are not green, we are still helping the environment by saving water.
Beware there is a thin line when promoting products that are "Green". EPA issues, Lawsuits etc.

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