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Corporate sustainability goes way beyond going green. Its philanthropy, employee education, community development, waste reduction, outsourcing ethics, product safety
and much more. CNBC’s People, Planet and Profit examines the bold moves companies are making now to gain a competitive edge, with the growing recognition that tomorrow’s profits depend on more than just today’s revenues.
and much more. CNBC’s People, Planet and Profit examines the bold moves companies are making now to gain a competitive edge, with the growing recognition that tomorrow’s profits depend on more than just today’s revenues.
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North Carolina firm Unifi makes recycled yarn from an unexpected source.
Matt Nesto Reports.
The De Beers Fund, one of the Diamond company's social investment vehicles, distributed more the 3 million dollars through 213 different projects in South Africa last year. Among their chief concerns - supporting healthcare.
Scott Cohn Reports.
Three years ago Valley Forge Fabrics gave itself an environmental makeover. It reinvented many of its products - turning to the eucalyptus tree for much of its luxurious fabrics - and changed it processes. But the South Florida-based firm still need to cut its carbon footprint so it turned to UPS. Melissa Lee reports.
From your home washing machine to industrial mining equipment - Las Vegas-Firm Power Efficiency Corp has a technology that helps the motors inside save energy. Melissa Francis reports.
A new take on a old european technique - one Santa Rosa, CA vineyard has an innovation it hopes will cut costs and increase wine sales. Scott Cohn reports.
67 percent of the world's population could be without access to save water supplies by 2030, according to a UN report. Companies like Dow Chemical want to change that. Mary Thompson Reports.
A burger chain seeks to elevate it's profits by seeking out better ingredients. Bertha Coombs reports.
Water may be one of Gatorade's main ingredients, but that doesn't stop the manufacturer from cutting back on consumption. Julia Boorstin Reports.
Demand for recycled paper products is growing and the industry is booming. Bill Griffeth reports.
In business, more eyes on your company could lead to more profit. That's just one formula for success, and it's worked for camera manufacturer, Canon. Melissa Francis reports.
Duke energy is changing the way it thinks about energy production, relying more on innovation to build a better electric grid. Bertha Coombs reports.
The Frito Lay company is taking things into its own hands and working towards energy independence. Bertha Coombs reports.
When the world's leaders descend on pittsburgh for the G-20 meetings - They will be met by a city in the midst of a revival. A revival led by organizations like the Phippps Conservatory. Melissa Francis reports.
Steven Leer, Arch Coal CEO, joins Becky quick at the National Energy Summit to discuss renewable energy, clean coal, energy demand and the economy.
Waterproof, durable, and infinitely recyclable. A new material enters the paper market. Mandy Drury Reports.
With Consumers and businesses alike working towards a greener planet, the Home Depot's Eco Options brand offers products focused on sustainable forestry, energy efficiency, a healthy home, clean air and water conservation. Squawk Box interviews Carol Tome, CFO of the Home Depot.
New counters, new flooring, new lighting...some Mcdonald's around the world are getting a new look. Sharon Epperson Reports.
As a charter member of the Environmental Protection Agency's climate leader program, Raytheon made a commitment to reducing emissions. To meet its goals, the firm took on the heart of its network. Mary Thompson reports.
Stone Creek Golf Club in Oregon City, Oregon strives to operate its course in a way that impacts the land as little as possible.
The Clinton Climate Initiative, Rocky Mountain Institute, Johnson Controls and Jones Lang Lasalle have joined forces to transform one of the most iconic buildings in the world - The Empire State Building. Scott Cohn reports.
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