business sustainability

Does Singapore Need to Have a Government Department That Addresses Sustainable Business?

Which government department in Singapore is in-charge of pushing for sustainable business? The answer is none. There are several government agencies and departments working on different environmental policies, and green initiatives and funding schemes, but there is no one department in-charge of helping businesses in Singapore to be more sustainable…

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How IKEA Embraces Sustainability Globally and in Singapore

Over 7 million people visited the two IKEA stores in Singapore last year. Singaporeans love IKEA for its affordable and well-designed home furnishing products, but not many realise that IKEA is also committed to sustainability. At Green Business Singapore, we have always admired how IKEA conduct business while keeping in…

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The Sustainable MBA: The Manager’s Guide to Green Business

Author: Giselle Weybrecht ISBN: 978-0-470-74114-6 Hardcover; 416 pages Published in November 2009 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Recommended Retail Price: US$34.95 / S$62.01 Available at all major bookstores Book Review The Sustainable MBA is for managers and business leaders who wish to learn and apply sustainable practices in their…

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Good to Green: Managing Business Risks and Opportunities in the Age of Environmental Awareness

Author: John-David Phyper and Paul MacLean ISBN: 978-0-470-15942-2 Hardcover: 464 pages Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Recommended Retail Price: SGD 52.38 (including GST) Available at all major bookstores Book Review Good to Green provides an in-depth analysis and guide for companies that wish to change and become a…

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Green Business Singapore Interview – HydroBall Technics (SEA) Pte Ltd

Energy conservation and energy efficiency are important and urgent aspects of mitigating climate change. There are many different types of energy saving products in the market, one of which is the Hydroball system developed in Singapore. To learn more about this innovative product and its development, we have the privilege…

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