Foresight Sustainable Business Alliance

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-339605232011-09-29T08:32:22.483-07:00Foresight Sustainable Business AllianceThe FSBA supports members in integrating sustainable business principles to generate a more profitable, environmentally respectful, and socially responsible economy.Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.comBlogger1771100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-7627418364629666132010-09-08T16:40:00.000-07:002010-09-08T16:47:49.525-07:0010/6 Chicago TechExpo 2010

1-Day Technology Conference for Small BusinessWednesday, October 6th from 9:30-4:pm, come to UIC Forum: 725 W Roosevelt, Chicago, and attend workshops on:- Social media- Cloud Computing- Website Development- Web/Mobile Applications and More.Registration fee $35 (includes lunch and parking).More information and to register to attend or to register as an exhibitor here.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-52405367432801695452010-09-08T10:53:00.000-07:002010-09-08T10:59:30.269-07:00Congratulations Logan Square Kitchen

9/14 You're Invited!Join in the celebration of the LEED Gold achievement of Logan Square Kitchen! They are having a little ceremony and press conference to hang their LEED Gold Plaque, and take an hour to pause and celebrate. It's open to as many folks as we can fit.10:30am this Tuesday, 9/14Logan Square Kitchen2333 N. Milwaukee Of course, there will be awesome snacks!Learn more about Logan

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-56943946266349801242010-08-30T13:12:00.000-07:002010-08-30T13:58:16.296-07:0010/5 Application Deadline

Mayor Daley's GreenWorks Awards 2010Now Accepting ApplicationsMayor Daley's GreenWorks Awards 2010 will celebrate the vibrancy, vitality, and vision of the people and institutions that are driving Chicago's transformation into a dynamic and resilient City.Whether you are an activist, an employee, an entrepreneur, or a business owner, if you are leading Chicago toward a greener future, we welcome

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-16380160732778697412010-08-30T13:07:00.000-07:002010-08-30T13:10:05.011-07:009/10 Application Deadline

7th Annual Inspiring Efficiency AwardsOn January 13th, 2011, at the Midwest Energy Solutions Conference, MEEA will recognize the region’s leaders in Energy Efficiency at the 7th Annual Inspiring Efficiency Awards Gala. Award nominations will be accepted through Friday, September 10th, this is a great opportunity to recognize leaders in efficiency, please consider companies, organizations and

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-78647380400596464812010-08-27T12:51:00.000-07:002010-08-27T13:04:42.683-07:0011/17-19 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo

FSBA Partner EventThe award-winning Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, the world’s largest conference and trade show dedicated to green building, is coming to Chicago November 17–19, 2010. Join the nearly 30,000 members of the green building community at this year’s conference, which will feature more than 2,000 green building exhibits and presentations by hundreds of business,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-3622937134151250562010-08-20T12:56:00.000-07:002010-08-20T13:12:04.435-07:0011/30-12/1 Green Power Converence in Chicago

Despite wind installations quadrupling in the period from 2005-09 and the industry’s unprecedented growth defying all the odds during the recession, 2011 is set to be a challenging year for the US wind power industry. Although it is true that major US utilities are increasing direct investments in the renewable energy sector due to more cost effective strategies, beneficial tax credits and

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-4024366847582326332010-08-17T12:41:00.000-07:002010-08-17T12:52:08.772-07:009/23 Whole Foods Market Call-Out for Local Vendors

South Loop Store, 5-8pmWhole Foods Market South Loop at 1110 S Canal St, is hosting a call-out for local vendors and producers who would like to place products in their stores. It is really important to Whole Foods Markets to be supporting local entrepreneurs, and there are so many great new businesses popping up in the Midwest region that they would love to work with. While the event is being

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-37275994016597318502010-08-17T09:46:00.000-07:002010-08-17T09:56:18.848-07:00Member-to-Member Discount

Be a Mindfulive! SponsorSave 20% on sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming fall mindfulive! events. Click on image to enlarge for basic information.Download the PDF for complete information.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-48032223290635103552010-08-17T09:10:00.000-07:002010-08-17T10:07:27.063-07:00Member-to-Member Discount

Advertise in Mindful MetropolisMindful Metropolis: Chicago’s only magazine dedicated exclusively to sustainability offers a 20% savings off of already low rate card* to new clients. 25% of our estimated 100,000 monthly readers are entrepreneurs! Email richard@mindfulmetropolis.com or call (312) 281-5199 x 7014.*Click image to enlarge.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-79645057682039600602010-08-16T09:31:00.000-07:002010-08-16T09:39:44.295-07:00City of Chicago BACP Services

Business Start-Up Certificate ProgramLearn the essentials of starting and operating a business. Attend nine workshops and earn a Business Start-Up Certificate issued by the City Colleges of Chicago. Learn more.Small Business Solution StationThis program provides small businesses with direct access to business planning assistance, free legal services and business loans. It is made possible

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-9773781580702802222010-08-16T09:25:00.000-07:002010-08-16T09:30:40.642-07:008/21 Shredder Day!

Protect yourself from identity theft.Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the US. To help consumers and businesses protect themselves, "Shred It & Forget It" the next Shredder Day is scheduled for Sat, Aug 21st at US Cellular Field from 9am to 2pm. Shredding is done on site including electronics. Each person is allowed 10 boxes to shred.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-88059978940475698572010-08-16T08:51:00.000-07:002010-08-16T09:07:47.123-07:009/14-15 Midwest Clean Tech 2010 Conference

Midwest Clean Tech 2010 is a leading market place for connecting Midwest and international firms and entrepreneurs to opportunities and business interactions. The conference is a high-powered event supported by academic research organizations, business and government throughout the Midwest. The conference program includes:- Keynotes and Plenary sessions that will address opportunities along the

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-48095914100851117392010-08-16T08:33:00.000-07:002010-08-16T08:43:46.775-07:009/3 Deadline for Request for Proposals from Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

CMAP is requesting proposals from interested and qualified organizations to act as an Implementation Agency to assist CMAP in the Project Management and Coordination of the Chicago Region Retrofit Ramp-Up (CR3) Program as described in the Request for Proposals. Scope of deliverables is described in Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 052, posted on CMAP’s website.If your organization is qualified and

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-65533918134206586212010-08-16T08:02:00.000-07:002010-08-16T08:27:42.556-07:00FSBA Member Christy Webber Landscapes Featured

Landscape Architecture Magazine, July 2010 IssueA Greener Green Industry: Two Chicago companies—a grower and an installer—are maing their practices more sustainable with the help of landscape architects."The green industry thinks it's green because it plants trees," says Christy Webber, ASLA. But she begs to differ. Sure, plantings can help manage stormwater, sequester carbon, and reudce the heat

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-37510407900792678312010-08-03T11:34:00.000-07:002010-08-03T11:43:15.828-07:008/6—8/15 Sales Tax Holiday

10 day Sales Tax Holiday in Chicago & IllinoisDuring this 10-day period consumers can purchase certain items and pay sales tax at a reduced rate. Items include qualifying clothing and footwear with a retail selling price of less than $100 and certain school supplies used by students in the course of study. School supplies are not subject to the $100 threshold. The State tax of 5% will be

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-59887296905024082012010-08-03T08:20:00.000-07:002010-08-16T09:16:00.739-07:008/2010 Special Curbside Electronics Recycling Collections

Aug 21 - 43rd WardAug 28 - 8th WardThe City of Chicago has partnered with PC Rebuilders and Recyclers (PCRR) to collect old computer and electronic equipment for recycling in various wards this summer for no charge.To participate, residents should leave their unwanted items near the curb in front of their residence before 8:00a.m. Trucks will be sweeping the neighborhood picking up equipment

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-62953330977222617092010-08-02T14:44:00.000-07:002010-08-02T14:55:22.862-07:008/27 Full Greenbuild Scholarship Deadline

Greenbuild Announces 10 Full ScholarshipsThe Chicago Greenbuild Host Committee and USGBC-Illinois are seeking to distribute 10 full conference scholarships to those that encourage diversity within the green building community and in support of USGBC’s social equity objectives. A full conference scholarship is valued at $925.00 and includes access November 17th-19th to opening and closing plenary

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-78028297287762880002010-08-02T07:33:00.000-07:002010-08-02T07:50:16.326-07:00August BACP Business Education Workshops

The August workshop calendar promises to be a great month for both new and existing businesses. Also, look for information on the BACP certificate program.Learn more.The Business Assistance Center will have limited walk-in services on 9 days in August. As a result, you may experience a longer than usual wait time should you decide to visit their City Hall office. Please consider using the

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-4985209881461481142010-08-02T07:29:00.000-07:002010-08-02T07:33:12.587-07:008/19 Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) Workshop

Business Works SeminarThe next seminar is on Thursday, August 19 at West Side Technical Institute - 2800 S. Western Avenue. Attend business workshops, network and get answers from nearly 30 government agencies.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-63299298999553988792010-07-30T09:05:00.000-07:002010-07-30T09:12:16.719-07:009/28-29 Carbon TradeEx America 2010

Where the U.S. environmental markets comes together.Carbon TradeEx America proudly presents the leading environmental market conference program in North America.The three conference tracks "Business Strategy - Market Insights - Investment Opportunities" will consist of more than 25 sessions and over a 110 senior level speakers. The program is designed to bridge aspects of climate, energy,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-19791547169002304792010-07-30T08:23:00.000-07:002010-07-30T08:37:13.616-07:00Deadline Extended for Commercial Facade Rebate Program

New Deadline: Friday, August 6, 2010The City of Chicago has extended the deadline because they want to provide applicants sufficient time to complete the new Fraud Debarment Affidavit that passed City Council after we had launched the Facade Rebate program. Completed applications are now due no later than 4pm CST Friday, August 6th. This is a one-week extension from the original deadline.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-53796296130025445252010-07-30T08:06:00.000-07:002010-07-30T08:21:53.152-07:00Article: Small Hydropower Brings Possibiity of Locally Generated Electricity for Local Consumption

As a source of renewable energy, hydropower has a history of over 100 years, and has played a key role in Japan's modernization and economic development as truly domestically produced energy. The most economically viable sites for hydropower generation in Japan, however, have already been completely developed. In addition, large hydropower development grows increasingly difficult these days, as

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-490960761618386012010-07-30T07:34:00.000-07:002010-07-30T08:22:50.959-07:00Article: Coca-Cola Japan Aiming for a Sustainable Society

New Global Corporate Principal: "Live Positively—Make a Positive Difference in the World"The Coca-Cola Company, known globally for its Coca-Cola beverage brand, currently offers its products in over 200 countries around the world. Its origin dates back over 120 years ago to 1886 when Dr. John S. Pemberton, an American pharmacist in the U.S. state of Georgia, invented a new syrup. Operations in

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-81658802733592662282010-07-21T14:33:00.000-07:002010-08-16T08:50:35.088-07:00FSBA Member GreenChoice Bank—Now Open For Business

Acquisition of Family Federal Savings of IL CompleteGreenChoice Bank is thrilled to announce they have completed the acquisition of Family Federal Savings of Illinois, a major step toward the launch of the Midwest’s first holistically “green” community bank later this year. This acquisition allows them to continue to serve the loyal customers of this hundred-year-old bank while they update the

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-32300591921817700482010-07-20T16:08:00.000-07:002010-07-20T16:17:34.126-07:00CSBA Introduces New Organizational Principles

The Chicago Sustainable Business Alliance is dedicated to promoting sustainable business through the principles listed below. In outlining these tenets, it is important to recognize some presuppositions: Social, environmental, economic, and policy spheres are inherently connected and interdependent;Systemic evolution via public policy, business innovation, and culture shift is essential to

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-25932633449853008672010-07-12T11:33:00.000-07:002010-07-12T11:42:14.463-07:00CSBA Member FreshPicks.com—Dedicated to Supporting Local Produce, Meat, and Dairy Farms

Chicago’s local organic home delivery service is awarded small business innovation research grant from USDA! Irv & Shelly's Fresh Picks, the service that brings the Farmer's Market to your door all year-round, has been awarded an $81,000 grant by the United States Department of Agriculture. Owner Irvin Cernauskas states, "We are honored to be recognized by the Small Business Innovation Research

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-76373194225623209012010-06-23T09:25:00.000-07:002010-06-23T10:04:53.323-07:00UIC Business Assistance Program

UIC Center for Urban Business, College of Business AdministrationDoes your company have a project or challenge that you haven’t had the time or resources to address? Are you looking for a fresh set of eyes and innovative ideas to help your company grow or evolve? The Entrepreneurial Student Teams Program (ESTP) at UIC can assist in nine different business areas. Submit your project now and a team

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-72493001541319540852010-06-01T13:31:00.000-07:002010-06-01T13:52:09.971-07:00CSA Produce Pick-Up For 2010

Gourmet Gorilla has teamed up with Growing Power, a national nonprofit organization committed to providing healthy, high-quality, safe and affordable food for people in all communities.You can now order your very own produce box, delivered weekly to Gourmet Gorilla and available for pick up Friday afternoons. For an additional charge, you can have your produce box delivered to your home.Produce

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-53488856309167925462010-05-20T11:18:00.000-07:002010-05-20T11:37:09.295-07:00CSBA Seminars

Two Important Seminars Scheduled for This SummerFri, 6/25: Anti-Greenwashing Seminar (CSBA 108)Communicating a company's attributes meaningfully and accurately has become a required core competency of all sustainability-minded enterprises. This seminar covers the many legal and practical issues involved with this important topic. The course includes expert presentations, case studies, participant

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-18351929387828513132010-05-20T10:37:00.000-07:002010-05-20T10:56:23.238-07:00CSBA Quick Update

Welcome to our newest member:HighTower...and greetings to renewing members:Healthy Green GoodsIrv & Shelly's Fresh PicksLivingRoom RealtyView all member profiles in the online Green Business Directory.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-19931328088849819422010-05-20T09:21:00.000-07:002010-05-20T10:57:32.178-07:00Healthy Books for Hungry Minds

Rogue Element Teams Up With Squishy PressDeveloped by Design firm, Rogue Element and photographer Steven E Gross, Squishy Press is proud to announce their first two published titles: Silly Faces and Opposites. These books use 100% post-consumer waste recycled paper, soy-based inks, and non-toxic glues to ensure that they are not only easy on the eyes, but easy on the planet. Squishy Press thinks

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-13062918354001486822010-05-20T08:39:00.000-07:002010-05-20T11:18:39.907-07:00Look for These Members at the Green Festival 2010

Stop By Their Booths & Say "Hi!"2 Point PerspectiveA Fresh SqueezeCity of Chicago, Department of Environment*Digital HubGourmet GorillaGreener CleanerHealthy Green GoodsI-Go Car SharingIrv & Shelly's Fresh PicksMore Exhibitors.Or Show Up & Listen To Their Presentations!Ron Elkins, 2 Point PerspectiveNoam Frankel, The Greener CleanerBrandon Leavitt, Solar ServicePeter LockeZina Murray, Logan

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-38261849022617978502010-05-20T08:12:00.000-07:002010-05-20T11:15:10.846-07:00Members in the News

Recent Press On Fellow Members- Consolidated Printing, NBC Chanel 5- Distant Village Packaging, Pure Labels, Going Green- GreenChoice Bank, Crains Chicago Business- Irv & Shelly's Fresh Picks, Chicago Tribune- Logan Square Kitchen, WGN-TV- Terracom Public Relations, Daily Herald- WRD Environmental, WGN-TVRemember to email press items about your company to the CSBA for publication.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-72232287906152203062010-05-20T07:46:00.000-07:002010-05-20T08:12:11.214-07:00Chicago Park District Announces RFI for the Garfield Park Conservatory Campus

7/29/10 Responses Due By 3pmThe Chicago Park District (CPD) is seeking ideas and potential collaborators for the development of the north section of the Garfield Park Conservatory Campus. The area comprises approximately a quarter of the twelve-acre city block where the Conservatory is located and includes both open land and built elements, including a 36,000 square foot building designed by

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-27845218858792475782010-05-18T09:51:00.000-07:002010-05-18T10:17:31.783-07:00Notes From a Webinar by Yalmaz Siddiqui, Office Depot’s Director of Environmental Strategy

4/20/20101. Defining "green" -applicable to biz of all sizes and sectors -green is a spectrum (many shades), not a binary -nothing is eco-friendly, rather, only eco-preferable2. Why go green? -if you personally care -to tap into a growing marketplace -to save money3. How to prioritize green initiatives? -select them based on customer needs (i.e. pursuing

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-21590458221559017772010-05-18T09:44:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:49:59.402-07:00Find Sustainability-minded People For Your Company's Positions

Promote Your Jobs & Internships With ForesightIt's easy! Send job and internship descriptions (or links to descriptions on your site) to jobs@foresightdesign.org. We will get the word out to the 4200+ people on Foresight's Sustainability Hub email list.Email descriptions here.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-91839237475798575782010-05-18T09:38:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:43:20.358-07:00Wed, 5/19 Meet the City of Chicago Hospitality Experts

Invitation From The City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) Hospitality Industry Advisory GroupWHO:Chicago's nightclub, bar, restaurant and hotel managers, operators and proprietorsWHERE: Rockit, 22 W. Hubbard, ChicagoWHEN: Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The goal of the network is to ensure entrepreneurs understand City policies, know the

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-32844338618442679352010-05-18T09:21:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:37:10.270-07:00Request For Applications (RFA) for the 2011 Business Industry Training and Education Program

June 1st DeadlineThe Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity administers the BITE Program to encourage education on cost-effective energy efficiency measures and to increase the receipt and completion of incentive projects through the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS). The purpose of this year's BITE Program RFA is to identify and fund projects that provide statewide,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-49052940227506027502010-05-18T09:09:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:21:02.840-07:00Fujifilm Introduces "Biodiversity Conservation' into Eco-friendly Design

Fujifilm Corp., Japan's leading photographic company, announced on February 16, 2010, that it will incorporate "biodiversity conservation" in its environmentally-friendly design policy. The policy aims to reduce environmental impact throughout the total life cycle of its products and services.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-37447447462635159512010-05-18T09:02:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:08:30.515-07:00Say NO to Plastic Shopping Bags

...And Support Local Environmental ConservationThe large Japanese retailer, Marui Group Co., launched an environmental conservation contribution program at six stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area in February 2010. In the program, shoppers who do not need plastic bags can make a contribution to their local government or to an environmental group. The company hopes to encourage its customers to

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-15837918510493983732010-05-18T08:59:00.000-07:002010-05-18T09:02:27.287-07:00New Greenhouse Cultivation Method Increases Tomato Yield by 50%

JapanThe Hyogo Prefectural Technology Center for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced on December 22, 2009, that it has developed a greenhouse cultivation method that consistently produces a high yield of tomatoes. The center reported that the method can yield 30 tons of tomatoes for every ten acres, or 1.5 times of yield compared to theconventional method, which would result in doubling

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-7100246950761101482010-05-18T08:46:00.000-07:002010-05-18T08:55:43.177-07:00Put Illinois to Work: Employers Wanted!

Illinois Provides Subsidized Employment for Up to Six MonthsPut Illinois to Work program is an initiative of Governor Pat Quinn to create jobs throughout Illinois and provide employment experience to those hardest hit by this recession. Put Illinois to Work is funded by the State of Illinois and federal funding made available in the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Emergency Contingency

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-27966729732525828572010-04-23T14:26:00.000-07:002010-04-23T14:31:26.698-07:00Crain's "New in Chicago"

Calling All Start-up Businesses"New in Chicago" is just that -- a listing of new businesses just getting off the ground in and around Chicago. Please send us your start-up announcements. E-mail is best: Contact.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-33906417833329313312010-04-23T14:16:00.000-07:002010-04-23T14:24:29.423-07:0011th Annual Converence & Expo, Atlanta

5/10-12, 2010 Department of Energy Small Business Conference & ExpoThe largest civilian contracting agency within the federal government, DOE spent over $30 billion in contracts in FY 2009. Be part of the action in May. We will have: -- Distinguished keynote speakers -- Valuable workshops on government contracting and networking -- One-on-one business matchmaking sessions-- A large exhibit hall

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-36620584181279617282010-04-23T13:55:00.000-07:002010-04-23T14:25:33.295-07:00ee Global 2010, Washington DC

5/10-12, 2010 Energy Efficiency Global Forum & ExpositionShowcasing the best ideas for exerting leadership; the best opportunities for partnerships and intersections; and the best energy efficiency technology, practice and policy solutions from around the world.Make no mistake: with more than one thousand leaders from all end-use sectors and all corners of the world coming to EE Global, there is

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-82837452744295566322010-03-09T09:01:00.000-08:002010-03-09T09:12:36.174-08:003/11/10 Entrepreneurs: Connect With Small Business Loans & Important Business Resources

Free Business Seminar For Small BusinessesToday, the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the first in a series of four free business seminars offered throughout the year geared towards providing entrepreneurs with access to resources and financing. The first seminar will be offered on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Olive Harvey College, 10001 S.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-88503931061860139012010-02-23T12:32:00.000-08:002010-07-27T12:48:04.860-07:00Member to Hub Monthly Discount Email

Member BenefitTake advantage of this simple way to put you company in front of over 4200+ sustainability-minded Chicagoans. Send your tangible discount (in either dollars or percentage off) your products or services to fsba@foresightdesign.org, plus: 1. Primary contact information including name, email, website, and phone number; 2. 1-2 sentence description of your business; 3. Company logo

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-83989683677079701662010-02-17T11:35:00.000-08:002010-02-17T11:44:26.838-08:00Free Chicago Business Resources

The City's Quarterly "Business Works" SeminarsThe economic downturn has impacted businesses the hardest and providing free resources to support Chicago businesses is a top priority for 2010. Through this program, we will provide free business resources; have a dedicated financial resources area; hold workshops on developing, financing and marketing a business; and have more than 30 government

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-26981436081944950732010-02-16T11:08:00.000-08:002010-02-16T11:14:41.565-08:00Financial Incentives Available for Energy Efficiency In New Construction Projects

ComEd’s Smart Ideas for Your BusinessIf your organization is currently working on a new construction project or is considering it, you should know about ComEd’s Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction service and incentives. ComEd’s New Construction service provides financial incentives and technical assistance to encourage building owners, architects, and engineers to surpass standard,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-77337854469991862342010-02-16T10:12:00.000-08:002010-02-16T11:08:02.389-08:00Special Invitation to The Metropolitan Club, Chicago 2/25

A Green Evening with Jody Murphy and Special Guest Suzanne Malec-McKennaMeet Chicago TV star and green entrepreneur Jodi Murphy of the popular Planet Green network show "Total Wrecklamation." Learn about local opportunities for salvaging and reusing high-end used building materials from homes facing demolition or major renovation. Gain valuable tips for renovating your home with used materials

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-45084814765830314172010-02-16T09:49:00.000-08:002010-02-16T10:04:21.933-08:00Residential Recycling Conference, Chicago 3/23-24

A National Business and Technology EventThe Waste & Recycling News 2010 Residential Recycling Conference, is a new national business and technology event held at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Chicago. With a 100% focus on the business, technology and solutions for residential recycling, this conference will deliver a unique perspective on the subject and provide a networking environment to learn

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-50102895859460804582010-02-16T09:36:00.000-08:002010-02-16T09:41:19.133-08:00CSBA Member Salazar Packaging In The News

Reversible Box Launched by Salazar PackagingThe idea of reusing shipping boxes is nothing new, but Salazar Packaging has launched a line of shipping boxes that are made to be easily reversed and reused.The Globe Guard reusable box, made of 100 percent recycled content and available in various sizes and thicknesses, was created with reuse in mind.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-31736231502148258202010-02-04T11:12:00.000-08:002010-02-04T11:21:59.670-08:00Exhibitor Opportunities for 9 April 2010

2nd Annual K-12 Schools SymposuimHosted by the Illinois Green Governments Coordinating Council and Walter Payton College Prep in Chicago, this symposium is an opportunity to exchange ideas with symposium participants such as school and district administrators, regional superintendents, school board members, facilities managers and custodial staff, teachers, school health practitioners, facility

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-11630075270078049652010-02-04T11:01:00.000-08:002010-02-04T11:11:18.065-08:00City's Small Business Development Program

Construction Estimating WorkshopWho Should Attend:* Small businesses in the construction-related industry,* Business owners and/or estimators seeking to improve their estimating techniques on construction projects.Program Content Presented by Richard Eber, Sr. Project Estimator:* Reading blueprints and specifications,* Understanding various types of agreements and bids,* Pre-construction

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-27880951357400988212010-02-04T10:57:00.000-08:002010-02-04T11:01:03.273-08:00Alternative Lending Option For Some Businesses

ACCION Chicago Offers Small Business LoansACCION Chicago is a not-for-profit alternative lending organization, dedicated to providing credit and other technical support to small business owners who do not currently qualify for traditional bank financing. Since 1994, ACCION Chicago has made over 2,000 loans, totaling over $16 million. ACCION offers small business loans up to $15,000 for start-up

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-24151663095279569942010-01-25T09:17:00.000-08:002010-01-25T09:26:58.841-08:00Organic Lunch Services Join Forces

Gourmet Gorilla Acquires Green Bag LunchCSBA Member Gourmet Gorilla, Inc, a sustainable foodservice company for schools, has acquired Green Bag Lunch, LLC, Chicagoland’s pioneer in healthy school lunches. The combined company is the Midwest’s leader in organic and sustainable school lunches, making service available to more than 20,000 kids at 60 schools and camps in the city and suburbs. The two

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-85641775462579741232010-01-21T14:12:00.000-08:002010-01-21T14:16:11.401-08:00Tue, 1/26 Growing Your Small Business

Crain's Online Finance SeminarWhether you're starting a small business or expanding to seize new opportunities, your business needs the right financing at the right time. It may seem that capital is hard to come by, but it's out there.Hear from Judith Roussel, the District Director for Illinois, at the U.S. Small Business Administration, who will speak to opportunities for growth and financing

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-70708043204905440782010-01-21T12:11:00.000-08:002010-01-21T12:15:46.475-08:00Alert!

Earth Day Celebrations Not EndorsedIt has come to our attention that an out-of-town company is soliciting CSBA members to participate in their Earth Day celebrations at two area zoos in April. We want to let you know that:1) They most likely obtained your contact information from the publicly available sources (i.e. Foresight's Green Business Directory);2) The CSBA has not endorsed the company or

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-28350710116003315622009-12-21T11:07:00.000-08:002009-12-21T11:14:40.647-08:00The Sustainability Consortuim Takes On The Tower of Eco-babble

A scant 5 months ago, The Sustainability Consortium was formed. Administered jointly by Arizona State and the University of Arkansas, it is an independent group of scientists and engineers from leading academic research institutions around the world. Their purpose is to develop the science to support the indexing of consumer products from cradle to cradle.The impetus for creating this non-profit

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-19532021404205316652009-12-21T10:59:00.000-08:002009-12-21T11:04:02.910-08:00ReusableBags.com Wins Green America’s People’s Choice Award

Chosen For The 2nd Time By Voters Across AmericaLast month at the San Francisco Green Festival, ReusableBags.com received Green America’s second-ever Longtime Leadership Award, which honors businesses that take the top spot in the People’s Choice contest more than once.ReusableBags.com previously won Green America’s People’s Choice Award in 2007. Since launching in 2003, the company has grown to

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-65733280461378274922009-12-21T09:16:00.000-08:002009-12-21T09:24:22.382-08:00New Class For Start Up Businesses In Chicago

Register Now, Class Begins 11 January 2010Start Up! Chicago, a business start up class offered by the Lincoln Park Business Development Institute NFP with support from DePaul University’s Coleman Entrepreneurship Center. The Institute is affiliated with the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce. The class starts January 11th. Early registration ends December 30th. Registration closes January 8th.For

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-86757558695406081282009-12-17T14:57:00.000-08:002009-12-17T15:01:19.249-08:00Loans For Chicago's Small Businesses

City Treasurer Revamps SBDFThe City Treasurer's office revamped the Small Business Development Fund (SBDF) and folded it into the loan pool used by ACCION Chicago to provide loans to Chicago's small businesses - and a business need not be in a TIF, Enterprise Zone, etc. to be considered for a loan from $10,000 - $150,000.Contact Jill Stephens, VP of Lending and Marketing at ACCION Chicago at (

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-56043034123693943432009-12-17T14:51:00.000-08:002009-12-21T09:16:05.067-08:00City Facade Rebate Program Round #2

Applications due 12/29/09City of Chicago, Department of Community Development launched a second round of the CDBG Facade Rebate Program. Applications are due by Tuesday, December 29, 2009.Contact Dionne Baux at (312) 744-744 x0678 or dionne.baux@cityofchicago.org with questions.Application.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-28554374337712384562009-12-17T14:27:00.000-08:002009-12-17T14:38:32.611-08:00Consolidated Printing Named The 1st SGP Printer in Illinois

Consolidated Printing Certified as a SGP PrinterChicago, Illinois: December 15, 2009 - The Sustainable Green Printing PartnershipSMhas certified Consolidated Printing as the first SGP Printer in the State of Illinois.A certified SGP printer meets all program standards. These include encompassing a holistic approach to sustainability going beyond materials and their environmental impact. They must

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-88360813330999683662009-11-05T15:41:00.000-08:002009-11-05T16:59:26.349-08:00Global Philanthropy Partnership Extends Deadline for Request For Proposals

Deadline Extended to November 18, 2009 for Performance Measurement Data Gathering SystemA Request For Proposals (RFP) issued by the Global Philanthropy Partnership for a performance measurement data gathering system for the Chicago Climate Action Plan. The deadline for proposal responses has been extended to 4pm CST, Wednesday, November 18, 2009.Download the information (PDF).

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-35762782970419511052009-09-22T08:39:00.000-07:002009-09-22T08:45:10.051-07:009/24 Webinar: Getting Ready for the Sustainability Index

Last day to register is 9/22On July 16th, Walmart launched a bold new initiative to assess companies and products along its supply chain. The Index asks 15 key questions, and its depth and complexity has immediately become a subject of debate. It also sets the stage for how we will understand and define ‘sustainability’, reflecting the view of the world’s largest retailer, Walmart, in partnership

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-10685627453733999732009-09-03T13:07:00.000-07:002009-09-03T13:19:39.908-07:00Understanding State, Regional and Federal Climate Policy and What You Need to do to be Prepared

15 October 2009, 8:30am-12:30pmChicago Kent College of Law, 565 W. Adams, Room 570In the past year, we have seen a significant amount of activity surrounding climate change regulation at the State, Regional and Federal level. To better understand the climate change picture, members of IL EPA, The Climate Registry, Stuart School of Business, and Registry member companies will provide an overview

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-23278539347021448802009-08-29T17:52:00.000-07:002009-08-29T17:58:35.058-07:00OCC Hosts Web and Telephone Seminar on SBA Lending Programs

September 21, 2009 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. (EDT)The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency will host a live Web and telephone seminar that focuses on changes to SBA Lending Programs resulting from the Recovery Act. These loan programs represent opportunities for banks to provide long-term financing to small business customers who would not otherwise be able to find the type of financing that

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-53603942241551685812009-08-29T16:14:00.000-07:002009-08-29T16:33:39.828-07:00UofI Students Need Support for Solar Powered Home

Illinois Solar DecathlonStudents with the Illinois Solar Decathlon, are in a competition at the University of Illinois, sponsored by the D.O.E., that challenges them to design, build, transport & present a fully functional, 100% solar powered home on the National Mall this October. For the last two years, over 200 students have been working on the project and construction is now nearing

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-75224087028798701902009-08-29T12:06:00.000-07:002009-08-29T12:18:46.395-07:00Illinois has over $100 Million Available For Energy Efficiency & More

October Deadlines!The Illinois Energy Office administers a portfolio of programs designed to invest in the development of Illinois’ Green Economy including renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, green buildings, biofuels, and more.The additional funding under the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) for the State Energy Program will allow DCEO to develop new programs and

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-18586143541932064592009-08-29T11:41:00.000-07:002009-08-29T12:01:25.087-07:00Vendors Sought for 10/17 Green Home Expo

Saturday, October 17th, from 10am to 4pm at the Merchandise MartChicago's Department of Community Development is collaborating with the Historic Chicago Bungalow Association in the 2009 Chicago Bungalow and Green Home Expo. This is Chicago's largest and most popular home restoration, preservation and energy-efficient renovation expo. Last year's Expo drew nearly 10,000 bungalow and "green" home

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-82651166354349008142009-08-14T14:18:00.000-07:002009-08-17T08:03:26.824-07:00

Feds OK $101M green grant funds for Ill.An Illinois proposal that would use federal stimulus money to jump-start manufacturing of wind turbine components and create other green energy businesses was approved by the Energy Department Friday.The state will get $40.5 million for energy-efficiency grants and another $50 million later on to fully fund the program after demonstrating its performance,

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Oct 19-24 Learn About Sustainable German Architecture FirsthandThe ”Architecture Multiplier Trip to Germany for Architects and Building Professionals”, organized by the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest (GACCoM), provides a unique opportunity to learn more about recent market developments and building solutions in the energy efficiency field. The program includes an introduction

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-87825697042640832262009-07-29T09:46:00.000-07:002009-07-29T09:53:33.401-07:00

ShoreBank will use $35 million of Tax Credits to Promote Green Collar JobsShoreBank was awarded $35 million in New Markets Tax Credits by the U.S. Treasury Department and is hard at work identifying energy-efficiency, alternative energy and green building projects in Chicago that can benefit from the funds. Who they are looking for:-Grocery stores and retailers who want to reduce utility expenses

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-56222488917186135212009-07-28T07:26:00.000-07:002009-07-28T07:30:23.385-07:0010/28 Greenhouse Gas and Sustainability Symposium

The University of Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) will be hosting the Greenhouse Gas and Sustainability Symposiumand Illinois Governor¹s Sustainability Award CeremonyHear updates on the Carbon Sequestration Project; GHG Reporting and Related State, Regional & National Developments; the Costs and Potential for Mitigating Greenhouse Gases; among other topics.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-87302969253740864852009-07-28T07:14:00.000-07:002009-07-28T07:23:52.202-07:009/1-2 Earn a Qualified CSR Practitioner Certificate

CSR Practitioner WorkshopCSE will be hosting its Certified CSR Practitioner Workshop (IEMA) Approved at the Kimpton Hotels-Hotel Monaco in September. This training allows participants to earn a certificate designating them Qualified CSR Practitioners by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA).Discount to CSBA Members: 15%Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-46196634574881341082009-07-27T14:37:00.000-07:002009-07-27T14:44:24.414-07:007/31 Nominate Your Company for Chicago Innovation Awards

Only one week remains to submit nominations for the 2009 Chicago Innovation AwardsNominate innovative products, services, or processes that have been developed in the Chicagoland Area. Judges look for companies from all business sectors (including not-for-profit) whose innovation meet some or all of the following criteria:-Introduced within the past 3 years-Created a whole new category of

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-17334249901206861022009-07-24T07:24:00.000-07:002009-07-24T07:50:28.540-07:008/14 Present at the Midwest Alternative Energy Venture Forum

CALL FOR PRESENTING COMPANIES FOR THIRD ANNUAL MIDWEST ALTERNATIVE ENERGY VENTURE FORUMThe Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, in partnership with Argonne National Laboratories, ACG Chicago, the Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, Reed Smith LLP, and others, will host the Midwest Venture Forum specifically targeting alternative energy

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-48615361297158013942009-07-21T10:31:00.000-07:002009-07-21T10:38:22.171-07:008/14 Facade Rebate Program is officially open

Applications are due by 4pm on Friday, August 14th!The City of Chicago today announced the launch of its 2009 Facade Rebate Program, which offers rebates to eligible commercial and industrial businesses and property owners who complete qualified facade rehabilitation projects. An eligible “facade” is the front face or elevation of the building, which typically faces the street and contains

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-12335089026651290002009-07-21T10:25:00.000-07:002009-07-21T10:30:35.635-07:00Business Hotline: Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

Created on Jan. 1, 2009, the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection ensures a fair and vibrant market place for both businesses and consumers.Please dial the hotline at 312-74GO-BIZLearn more.

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The Chicago Development Fund invests in Chicago's low-income communitiesFounded in July 2005, the Chicago Development Fund (CDF) is a Community Facilities corporation that provides capital to qualifying projects and businesses in low-income areas of the City of Chicago through the use of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs). CDF was awarded a $100-million allocation of NMTCs by the United States

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-80796069446068355862009-06-19T07:37:00.000-07:002009-06-19T07:47:26.134-07:007/13-15 SSL Market Introduction Workshop

Fourth annual SSL Market Introduction Workshop, hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance.As more and more solid-state lighting (SSL) products emerge on the market, the need for reliable information and guidance is becoming acute. Many people look to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for timely, trusted information on this fast-moving technology. DOE

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-30785098503924746792009-06-11T13:27:00.000-07:002009-06-11T14:01:36.728-07:008/5-7 “Airports Going Green” Conference

“Airports Going Green” ConferenceThis conference covers the diverse field of sustainable environmental design and construction initiatives and standards, unique to an airport environment. The lineup of presenters will come from all arenas in the aviation industry: airport management, engineering, regulatory, construction, academia, and media.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-20132832992490041622009-06-10T09:10:00.000-07:002009-06-10T09:14:04.004-07:007/1 How to Get Started with CSR from Strategy to Reporting

Corporate Social Responsibility Concept / Sustainability Strategy DevelopmentThis Pro Bono workshop targets business professionals who would consider themselves beginners to the field of Corporate Responsibility. The workshop introduces the critical concepts of Corporate Responsibility and examines the Business Case for any organization looking to benefit the bottom line directly, while making a

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-90735497813302318192009-06-08T10:46:00.000-07:002009-06-08T10:50:21.438-07:00Energy Efficiency in Industry

Incentives & technologies for manufacturers to lower their energy costsIndustrial manufacturing is a major consumer of power, and an area where significant energy savings can be accomplished quickly. The federal government recognizes this: a significant part of the ARRA stimulus package and the new budget is focused on energy efficiency, and using less to get more will only become more important

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-30059289402578240382009-06-05T14:47:00.000-07:002009-06-15T11:35:00.839-07:006/18 Energize Your Restaurant's Bottom Line- CANCELLED

CANCELLEDJoin the Green Chicago Restaurant Co-op for a "no BS" 90 minute workshop to get you an action list of 10-15 things you can do at LITTLE or NO COST to quickly and permanently lower your restaurant's energy bills. All actions are applicable toward earning GRA or GREENSEAL Green Restaurant Certification. Speakers include:Jean Dufresne, Principal at SPACE Architects + PlannersSachin Anand,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-75585844675549367242009-06-05T12:45:00.000-07:002009-06-05T12:50:32.549-07:006/25-6/26 Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Learn about sustainability reporting based on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the world’s most widely used reporting framework. Early Bird rates ($1,399) are still available (a saving of $300/person) and group rates are $1,299.Learn more.

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-33471605319150781722009-06-05T12:34:00.000-07:002009-06-05T12:36:23.350-07:006/17 Small Business Expo needs input

The City's Treasurer's Office is working on making their annual Small Business Expo relevant to you. Are you a community businesses being turned down for loans from community banks in your neighborhoods? Please complete the survey in the link below before June 17. Learn more.

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Shred Private Information For FreeShredder Day Event—June 20: In helping to reduce identity theft, theCity's Business Affairs and Consumer Protection Dept. is partnering with various local, state and federal agencies to hold a citywide Shredder Day event. Shred up to 10 boxes of documents for free.Saturday, June 20th9am to 2pmUnited Center

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Limited spots available!The Sustainable University Symposium serves to educate university and college administrators and officials on steps they can take to make their campus more sustainable by implementing a variety of green practices and programs. The conference is an opportunity for you to share information and exchange ideas with university and college administrators, sustainability

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-89881844587279788322009-06-01T10:01:00.000-07:002009-06-01T10:20:40.633-07:006/15 Application for 2009 SVN Innovation Awards

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: 2009 SVN Innovation AwardsSocial Venture Network (SVN) is looking to honor and support the “next generation” of social entrepreneurs with the 2009 SVN Innovation Awards. Winners of the 2009 Awards will be honored during a special ceremony at the Fall Conference and will also receive a year-long membership in SVN, waived registration/travel/hotel expenses to attend the Fall

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CCX - CCFE Sixth Annual MeetingThe CCX-CCFE Annual Members Meeting will be open to both members and non-members this year. Learn about regional and federal policy discussions, exchange updates, see case study presentations and CCFE product briefings. Includes an introductory workshop covering the history and framework of global carbon markets; the basic principles behind CCX/cap-and-trade, an

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Partners in Change 2009Celebrate, learn, and network at Delta's annual Partners in Change event. Featured guests include Governor Pat Quinn and Joel Makower.Learn more.

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Will Business, Science, and Policy Collide or Converge?Attorneys, Traders, and Others:Assess your foothold in the $100 billion carbon marketUnderstand how proactive market compliance will position your business best to comply with evolving regulatory standardsShape the first generation of cap and trade practice - be first to understand its limitations and how to capitalize on them.Scientists:

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Design professional finds himself with extra time on his hands that he wants YOU to have! Offer of free services for a professional with design-related skills, but capable of much more!Has a keen interest in sustainability and is looking to increase his knowledge of how “green” practices are being incorporated into various businesses and organizations. Would like to participate in your process,

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-64570733551307411222009-05-20T14:10:00.000-07:002009-07-06T08:40:27.669-07:007/17 Discount to Exhibit at First Green Music fest

Green Music Fest Exhibition OpportunityProduced by the West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce, the Green Music Fest is where people who care for the environment will unite to enjoy high quality music and discover new ways to go "green."CSBA Members receive a 10% discount on food, display, and retail vendors at Green Music Fest, which will feature exclusively “green” companies. The cutting edge

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Please join the IIT-Jules F. Knapp Entrepreneurship Center on May 21st for a lecture focusing on the basics of accounting and finance for entrepreneurs.John Twombly teaches financial accounting and financial management in the Stuart School of Business at IIT. A seasoned and popular public speaker, Dr. Twombly delivers seminars for the Financial Analysts Federation throughout the United States and

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Lighting and Daylighting Design with EfficiencyMembers of the CSBA are eligible for a $20 discount. When registering online, use the promo code CSBAECU to apply the discount.Join ComEd's Smart Ideas for Your Business and Energy Center University as they kick off their partnership with a premier seminar by world-renowned lighting expert Jim Benya. This full-day training will examine the latest

Foresight Sustainable Business Alliancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17488672300345688618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33960523.post-78755831700767195552009-05-07T14:52:00.000-07:002009-05-07T14:54:41.579-07:002009 Cause Marketing Forum Conference

The 7th Annual Cause Marketing Forum"Bottom Line Cause Marketing" is the theme of the conference. Every session led by world-class faculty is packed with practical strategies to "do well by doing good" while: 1. Increasing sales 2. Raising more funds 3. Turning on employees 4. Activating supporters 5. Modifying behavior 6. Enhancing loyaltyLearn more.

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One Day Smart Start Entrepreneurship WorkshopThe One Day Smart Start Entrepreneurship Workshop will provide practicalinsights, tools and techniques to help you build knowledge, expand yournetwork, and enhance your chances of entrepreneurial success.Discussions, small group workshop activities, hands-on exercises, and acomprehensive workbook of program materials will all serve as valuableresources

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