Financial institutions are starting to see the “top-line”, money-making reality of delivering sustainability to corporate and retail clients…
says a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme Financial Initiative (UNEP FI). Recently released the report details green financial services and products and emphasizes the environmental, social and economic benefits of ‘green’ banking. The report highlighted that North American institutions aligned with green investing are poised to find a return that is both financially rewarding as well as a value fulfilling endeavor.

The report, Green Financial Products and Services: Current State of Play and Future Opportunities in North America” (PDF), was …read more

Seems like the old adage do well and do good is driving job seekers to seek out companies with an eye on the environment and social responsibility.
The trend reflects the increasing importance that the environment plays in the growth of “green” job sectors and corporate viability in general.
More than just a boost for the planet, the search for green jobs brings benefits to the workplace including less turnover and more loyal employees. Social Funds recently published Working for the Earth: Green Companies and Green Jobs Attract Employees looking at a survey conducted by MonsterTRAK.

SocialFunds.com — College graduates are looking …read more