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Responsible Business Leaders Support Holding Fossil Fuel Companies Accountable
Richard Lawton
executive Director Richard Lawton of the N.J. Sustainable Business Council (an ASBC member) wrote an op-ed in ROI-NJ argues that making “…New Jersey more sustainable, resilient and equitable in the face of climate change will require significant funds. It’s only fair that the fossil fuel companies who created this crisis pay their fair share of the cumulative costs that have been imposed on New Jerseyans.”
American Sustainable Business Council Calls for Local Broadband Authority
An article in Community Networks highlighted ASBC’s report to help state and local governments responding to the coronavirus, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a set of policy recommendations, “From Crisis to Opportunity: Recommendations for State & Local Governments,” in late May. ASBC’s policy suggestions touch on various issues, including Internet access. The guide directs government officials to promote cooperative and municipal networks and remove barriers to community broadband in order to expand Internet access.
ASBC APPLAUDS BIDEN’S CLIMATE AND INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN, CALLS ON TRUMP TO REVERSE COURSE AND MATCH IT
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and the 250,000+ members in our business community today applauded Vice President Joe Biden’s newly released Climate & Infrastructure Plan, while urging President Donald Trump to reverse his course by taking equally bold steps to protect our planet and reinvigorate our economy with a 21st Century energy system.
Brands Put Pressure On Congress to End Qualified Immunity
An article in Triple Pundit praises ASBC’s and Ben & Jerry’s co-founders’ letter that encourages more business leaders to pen their names on the letter in the quest to pressure elected officials to put a stop to qualified immunity and cease what they say is the “state-sanctioned murder of Black people.”
“Congress Must Not Be Complicit”: Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founders and ASBC Call on Business Community to Support Eliminating Qualified Immunity
Contact: Edward Erikson, edward.erikson@gmail.com
Taking their lead from the Players Coalition, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, along with The American Sustainable Business Council and 440 business people sent a letter to Congress urging Members to end qualified immunity.
GW “Chef” Chew on fighting food deserts in America
In an interview in New Hope Network, Chef Chew discusses the conversation on racism in food he is leading on Wednesday, June 24 as part of the American Sustainable Business Council’s Race and Equity Dialogue Event.
Fortune 500 CEOs praise landmark LGBTQ antidiscrimination ruling
An Article in Fortune noted ASBC’s filing of the amicus brief in support of LGBTQ employees.
Business Responds to Watershed Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights
An article in TriplePundit reported on ASBC amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court in support of LGBTQ employees and quoted ASBC President David Levine in support of the SCOTUS decision.
ASBC HAILS LANDMARK SUPREME COURT DECISION UPHOLDING CIVIL RIGHTS OF LGBTQ WORKERS
“Coming in the middle of Pride Month, this decision is a welcome blow against intolerance that makes America and our economy fairer and more inclusive, which will ultimately make us more successful,” said David Levine, ASBC President. “That is the central mission of ASBC and the nearly 250,000 businesses we represent. We were proud to join the arguments on behalf of this case and we are thrilled at the outcome.”
(Washington, DC) – June 15, 2020
To natural products industry leaders: Let us act now to dismantle systemic racism
An article in New Hope Network urges readers to sign ASBC’s Confront Racism Statement
Get up, stand up: Impact investors speak out for racial justice
An article in ImpactAlpha quotes SVC’s Valerie Red-Horse Mohl (an ASBC member), who asked members to sign a petition from the American Sustainable Business Council pledging to confront racism.
ADD YOUR VOICE TO CONFRONT RACISM!
The primary goal of the American Sustainable Business Council is to build a more just, diverse equitable, and inclusive economy. Achieving that depends on the rule of law, under which equal protection is key.
It is long past time to finally and fully confront the vicious, destructive role race has played throughout American history, mocking and subverting the fundamental principles we proclaimed in the foundational documents: our Declaration of Independence and our Constitution.
American Sustainable Business Council Releases Business Blueprint for A Post-Covid Ecomony
State And Local Business Organizations Rally Around Innovative Policy Recommendations At Virtual Event
Washington, DC – At a webinar this week, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) announced a comprehensive series of innovative policy recommendations for states and localities to address the present impacts of COVID-19 while building more resilient economies. More than 400 business leaders from across the nation registered for the virtual event to vet the organization’s blueprint of policies designed for immediate implementation and intended to provide meaningful economic stimulus and positive social, environmental, and public impacts for both the immediate and longer terms
Will Sustainable Consumption Be the New Norm When the Pandemic Subsides?
This news article in Autodesk.com quotes ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender about businesses moving forward with sustainable and responsible growth.
ASBC Strongly Endorses the Clean Water for All Act as Good for Business and the Economy
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today strongly endorsed the Clean Water for All Act as good for business and the economy.
The legislation, introduced by U.S. Representative Peter DeFazio and (D-OR) and U.S. Representative Grace Napolitano (D-CA), is aimed at repealing the Navigable Waters Protection Rule finalized by the EPA in April that severely limited the scope of the Clean Water Act.
Many small businesses say loans won’t get them to rehire
This news article by Chris Rugaber includes advocacy work by ASBC, AMIBA and others to improve the economic rescue package being developed to build on inadequate previous COVID-19-related relief for small and mid-size businesses, their employees and communities.
ASBC Says EPA Exploits COVID-19 Crisis
Washington, DC – A sweeping suspension of environmental rules by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) exploits the COVID-19 crisis, according to the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC).
ASBC Endorses the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act as Good for the Economy
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement endorsing the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act, which was introduced today in the Congress by U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.), and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.).
ASBC Member W.S. Badger CEO to Testify for FAMILY Act
WASHINGTON – Rebecca Hamilton, co-CEO of Gilsum, N.H.-based W.S. Badger Company, a member of the American Sustainable Business Council, will testify Tuesday in support of the FAMILY Act (H.R. 1185) before the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee.
Family owned and run, W.S. Badger was founded in 1995 in rural southwestern New Hampshire and employs 100 people in the manufacture and sale of organic balms and personal care products. The company prides itself on “creating a supportive and family-friendly workplace,” epitomizing what ASBC calls the “high road workplace.”
Leading a New Era of Climate Action
This cover story in the Harvard Business Review mentions ASBC among organizations that coordinate advocacy to address climate change by business leaders.
How to Change Corporate Climate Lobbying
This newsletter piece from Axios calls out ASBC as mentioned in a Harvard Business Review piece about limited lobbying for addressing climate changed by U.S. multinationals.
ASBC Says Trump Administration Finalization of the New Waters of the US Rule is Not Pro-business
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement critical of the expected announcement of the finalization of a new Waters of the US rule. The new rule will limit the scope of waterways covered under the Clean Water Act to its lowest number since the 1980s. In attempt to convey that the business community is behind the new rule, the EPA’s Administrator, Andrew Wheeler, will make this announcement today at a meeting of the National Association of Home Builders. ASBC President David Levine asserted that the opposite is true.
Battle Over NEPA Puts U.S. Companies in an Awkward Position
This news article in Triple Pundit features ASBC as one of the few business organizations condemning the Administration’s roll back of the National Environmental Policy Act.
Sustainable Business Group Calls for Zero-waste Packaging Agenda
This news article in Inside EPA features ASBC’s new principles to guide systemic changes needed to reduce packaging waste in the United States.
Trump Takes His War On “The Swamp” To New Levels With NEPA Roll Back
This news article in Clean Technica includes ASBC as a critic of the Administration’s roll back of the National Environmental Policy Act.
ASBC Announces Principles for Packaging Waste System Changes in the US
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today released principles to guide systemic changes needed to reduce packaging waste in the United States. Developed by a working group of business and association leaders, the principles are designed to guide improved business practices, regulations and legislation. The 20-member working group participants included Clif Bar, Green America, Lego, Method and Seventh Generation among others.
American Sustainable Business Council Says White House Rollback of Environmental Regulations Will Hasten Climate Crisis and Harm Business
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today condemned the Trump Administration’s proposal to roll back environmental protections in the National Environmental Policy Act, saying it will harm business by hastening the climate crisis.
The proposed changes to National Environmental Policy Act will weaken the bedrock environmental law’s ability to ensure that federally permitted infrastructure projects consider impacts on air, water and wildlife.
Climate Crisis Tests Limits of Employee Activism on the Environment
This news article in Triple Pundit mentions ASBC’s role in supporting business participation in the climate strike in September 2019.
Business Conference Questions Capitalism—But Not Too Much
This news article in Nonprofit Quarterly covers the first day of ASBC’s summit, “Making Capitalism Work for All.”
Leveling The Playing Field;
Local Organization Gets Resources to Communities Affected by Pollution
This new article in the Brattleboro Reformer (VT) mentions ASCB among the organizations in the Coming Clean coalition fighting against pollution in local communities.
Panorama and American Sustainable Business Council New Study Shows Positive Return to Companies Offering Paid Leave
Washington, DC – New research shows paid leave programs have a positive return on investment (ROI) for companies that offer the benefit. In the first known quantitative study to consider the impact of paid leave on productivity, Panorama and the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) found that companies with paid leave programs averaged increases of 4.6 percent in revenue and 6.8 percent in profit on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis.
Paris withdrawal is being sold with a lie
Jeffrey Hollender
This syndicated op-ed argues that the Trump Administration’s stated rationale for withdrawing from the Paris Agreement – that it would be bad for business – is a lie. It ran in the Chicago Tribune, the Orlando Sentinel and many other newspapers.
American Sustainable Business Council Announces National Business Meeting to Advance Sustainable Capitalism
“Making Capitalism Work for All” Sustainable Business & Advocacy Summit,
December 10 – 11, 2019, Washington, DC
We’ve got 6 months to stop another onslaught of harmful algae blooms in N.J. lakes
Geoffrey Goll, PE
This op-ed on NJ.com by the President of Princeton Hydro, a member of ASBC, argues for public policies that would provide infrastructure solutions algae blooms, like those in NJ this year.
Planned U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Agreement ‘Completely Irresponsible,’ Says Business Organization
This Newsweek article features ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender’s condemnation of President Trump’s planned withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on climate change.
American Sustainable Business Council Denounces Paris Withdrawal Announcement
Washington, DC – Responding to President Trump’s planned announcement today to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement denouncing the move.
The American Sustainable Business Council Saddened by the Loss of Friend and Ally Rep. Elijah Cummings
WASHINGTON DC – Commenting on the death of Representative Elijah Cummings today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, expressed condolences to his widow, his beloved city of Baltimore, fellow Congressional members and his community at-large.
5 World-Changing Entrepreneurs Share Their Best Ideas
This submitted article in Real Leaders magazine showcases five women business leaders who are using their companies to promote change in the world.
The American Sustainable Business Council Supports LGBT Rights as Good for Business
WASHINGTON DC – Artificial barriers to employment are morally wrong, but they’re also bad for business, according to the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses.
The American Sustainable Business Council Says Court Decision Against Net Neutrality Points to Need for Congress to Act
WASHINGTON DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today expressed disappointment at the decision by the U.S. District Court of Appeals to uphold much of the FCC’s 2017 repeal of Net Neutrality rules for regulation of the Internet.
The American Sustainable Business Council Announces Support for the Climate Strike
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today announced its support for the student-organized climate strikes scheduled for September 20 and 27, 2019.
The American Sustainable Business Council Announces Support for U.S. Farmers and Ranchers for a Green New Deal
WASHINGTON DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today announced its support for a coalition of farmers and ranchers that has endorsed the Green New Deal. Thomas Oppel, Executive Vice President of ASBC, spoke at a press event held today by the coalition of nearly 10,000 farmers and ranchers.
The American Sustainable Business Council Criticizes Gutting of Federal Clean Water Protections
Protections
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today criticized the Trump Administration’s repeal of federal clean water protections. Despite objections from the American Sustainable Business Council’s membership and other industry voices, the Environmental Protection Agency today finalized the rollback of the Clean Water Rule.
The American Sustainable Business Council Endorses Safe Cosmetics Legislation Introduced in Congress
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today endorsed the Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2019, which was introduced by Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill. The bill addresses the serious problem of toxic chemicals in products linked to cancer and other illnesses.
CNN Climate Town Hall Recap; Democratic Debate Preview
This podcast of the Leslie Marshall Show features ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel about the CNN town hall with Democratic candidates focused on climate issues.
ASBC calls Council of Institutional Investors “dangerously myopic”
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today denounced as “dangerously myopic” the response by the Council of Institutional Investors (CII) to calls for companies to consider all stakeholders, not just shareholders, in their drive for more profits.
Not So Fast, Mr. Friedman! The News We Should Be Shouting From The Rooftops
This opinion article in Conscious Company names ASBC among the key organizations historically pushing for stakeholder approach to capitalism, as exemplified by the Business Roundtable’s statement on the purpose of a corporation.
Business Praise for Business Roundtable “Statement of Purpose of a Corporation”
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, praised the “Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation” announced today by the Business Roundtable (BRT). ASBC is focusing on steps to turn principles like those in the BRT statement into substantive reforms to capitalism at its summit in December.
Trouble brewing: Summertime calls for a beer, and beer calls for clean water
Alexis Degan
This op-ed in NJBiz by the Executive Director of the New Jersey Brewers Association, calls attention to the need for infrastructure, including green infrastructure to protect clean water in the Delaware River Watershed. Read more and sign onto our campaign.
Business Praise for Clean Energy Victory Bonds Bills
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) praised the introduction of Clean Energy Victory Bonds bills in Congress. The legislation calls for government bonds that would support clean energy and energy efficiency.
Lawmakers propose Clean Energy Victory Bonds in fight against climate change
This news article in Windpower Engineering & Development about the introduction of a bill for Clean Energy victory Bonds includes a quote from ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender.
Business Leaders Applaud House Vote to Increase $7.25 Federal Minimum Wage,
Call for Senate and White House to Pass and Sign into Law
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement applauding the passage of a bill raising the $7.25 federal minimum wage. It was passed today by the U.S. House of Representatives. The statement also calls on the Senate and the White House to pass the bill and sign it into law. The following may be attributed to Jeffery Hollender, CEO of ASBC:
How Seventh Generation Became a Powerhouse Brand–With Help From Whole Foods’ Toilet Paper Aisle
In this interview in Inc. magazine, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender talks about how he helped grow Seventh Generation into the success it became.
At SBD airport, Unical MRO finds a place to grow
This news article in Highland Community News (CA) describes ASBC member Unical MRO’s growth and economic value to the San Bernardino Airport.
How can we know if a company is good if we don’t know what they’re lobbying for?
In this opinion piece for Fast Company, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender makes the case for lobbying transparency as a key step for companies that aspire to be forces for good.
Taking Responsibility with Jeffrey Hollender, Ep. 88
In this podcast from Lumi, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender covers a range of topics from thinking about his career, including that systems thinking is invaluable, that transparency is key in creating trust, and sometimes doing things the old way is best.
Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon
ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel appears on this podcast, discussing why a sustainable economy is good for America and why ASBC supports the Green New Deal. (First 30 mins)
Proposed California plastics law could be a game-changer for fighting pollution
A Multibriefs news article quotes ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel about a proposal in CA to reduce packaging waste.
Climate change and the changing political climate
An opinion article in the Marietta Times (OH) lists ASBC as a supporter of HR 763, proposed legislation for carbon pricing.
Murrells Inlet businessman testifies to US Senate committee
A South Strand News (SC) news story about the local business leader organized by ASBC and the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce to testify before the Senate Small Business committee.
Debating the Single-Use Plastic Bills Moving Through State Legislature (CA)
ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender appeared on AirTalk, a radio talk show, to endorse CA bills that would reduce single-use plastic.
The 10 Most Successful Social Entrepreneurs
A news story on Investopedia lists ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender among other leading social entrepreneurs.
Business Leaders Urge Congress to Support New Bill to Help Small Businesses Comply with Regulations
WASHINGTON, D.C.―The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, calls on Congress and the Administration to support a bill introduced today by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Congressman Andy Kim (D-NJ).
The Purpose Series: Becoming A Purpose Driven Brand
A column on Forbes.com consists of an interview with ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender about how to build purpose into brands.
Business Leaders Call for Sustainable Criteria to Infrastructure Plans
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement about the infrastructure talks between the Trump Administration and congressional leaders. The following may be attributed to Jeffery Hollender, CEO, American Sustainable Business Council:
Jeffrey Hollender on the Green New Deal and Why It’s the Best Vision for Change
Jeffrey Hollender, CEO of ASBC, was interviewed by Social Venture Circle explaining why businesses need to be engaged the developing the details of how the Green New Deal turns from vision to implementation.
Myths About The Minimum Wage
Meadville Tribune
A column in the Meadville Tribune (Meadville, PA) names the work by Business for a Fair Minimum Wage and ASBC in supporting a stronger minimum wage.
Reimagining the Economy: The Social Justice Enterprise
Nonprofit Quarterly
An article in the Nonprofit Quarterly, about the Boston Ujima Project, lists ASBC among other groups, engaged in public policy advocacy actively seeking “to counterbalance the monopolistic market terrain.”
Business Leaders Criticize Proposed Gutting of Clean Water Protections
WASHINGTON, DC — In advance of the April 15 end of the public comment period for the Trump Administration’s proposal to replace the Clean Water Rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement.
Business Praise for House Passage of Net Neutrality Bill
Washington, DC – In response to yesterday’s passage of the Save the Internet Act by the U.S. House of Representatives, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement praising the move and calling on the Senate to also pass it. The following may be attributed to John Minor, Policy Manager:
Sanders Would Guarantee Health Care To All Americans
NJToday.com
An article on NJToday.com, about Bernie Sanders’s healthcare announcement, lists ASBC among the organizations endorsing it.
Bernie Sanders Relaunches His Medicare-for-All Health Care Legislation
ABC News
An article syndicated widely on ABC News affiliate websites, about Bernie Sanders’s healthcare announcement, lists ASBC among the organizations endorsing it.
Column: Increasing the Minimum Wage Has Ethical, Economic Benefits
Pilot
A column in the Pilot (Southern Pines, NC) about the minimum wage, references a poll commission by ASBC and others.
JEFFREY HOLLENDER, Co-Founder, Former CEO of Seventh Generation, Joins ASBC as CEO
DATELINE – APRIL 1, 2019 – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), a network of companies and business associations committed to the triple bottom line of People, Planet, and Profit, announced that Jeffrey Hollender, ASBC’s Co-founder and Board Chair, is stepping in as CEO, effective immediately. As CEO, he will support the organization’s next steps in successfully building toward a sustainable economy.
Business Leaders to Senators: Please Support the Green New Deal Offers Historic Business Opportunities
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses sent a letter to senators, urging them to support the Green New Deal as an historic business opportunity. The letter was endorsed by more than 250 businesses and business organizations, with more signing every day. The letter said in part:
Business Leaders Criticize Administration’s Proposed Water Rule
WASHINGTON, DC — In response to the Trump Administration’s announced proposal to replace the Waters of the U.S. rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
“American business relies on clean water. If you end protections for streams and wetlands, you put the businesses that depend on water at risk. And yet, the Trump Administration’s proposal to replace the Waters of the U.S. rule would do exactly that.
Business Leaders Praise FAMILY Act as Delivering High Value at Low Cost
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement praising the paid family leave plan introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Rosa DeLauro. The following statement may be attributed to Hammad Atassi, CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
“Paid leave should be the law of the land. The United States is not only lagging behind all other developed nations in promoting the welfare of its employees and their families, we are actively harming the economy by not doing so.
Business Praise for Green New Deal
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement in support of the Resolutions for the Green New Deal introduced by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY 14). The following may be attributed to David Levine, President, American Sustainable Business Council:
Business Leaders Criticize Trump’s Paid Leave Plan as Too Limited and Not Funded Responsibly
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement criticizing the paid family leave plan President Trump mentioned in his State of the Union speech, saying that the plan would provide limited benefits and reduce Social Security for participants. The following statement may be attributed to Hammad Atassi, CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
How States Can Help Shut Down Tax Havens by Cracking Down on Profit Shifting
An article in Just Taxes cites ASBC’s new study, A Simple Fix for a $17 Billion Loophole, by ITEP, the U.S. PIRG Education Fund, SalesFactor.org, and the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC)
Hawai‘i Could Recover $38M Lost to Corporate Tax Loopholes
An article in Big Island Now quoted John O’Neill, ASBC senior tax analyst, in foavor of businesses paying their fair share of taxes. Said O’Neill, “Too many companies have abandoned their moral obligation to pay the full amount they owe for the public services and
Businesses Put a Price on Pollutants
Source Author: Michael Green
Michael Green, the Program Director of the Climate Action Business Association (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in The Hill making the business case for a price on carbon.
Business Leaders Praise Farm Bill
Keeps or Builds Support for Regenerative Agriculture, New and Minority Farmers, and Conservation
Washington, DC – In response to President Trump signing the 2018 Farm Bill, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Praise for DC Clean Energy Bill
Washington, DC – Today, the Washington, DC City Council passed the DC Clean Energy Omnibus Act of 2018. In response, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement praising the move. The statement may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Criticize Admin’s Proposed Clean Water Rule
WASHINGTON, DC — In response to the Trump Administration’s announced proposal to replace the Clean Water Rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Respond to Government Climate Report: Business Bears Responsibility and Is Key to Solution
Washington, DC – In response to the National Climate Assessment released by the White House last Friday, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
ASBC Board Member to Testify at Economic Democracy Event at NYC City Hall
NEW YORK – A board member of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which has a member network representing over 250,000 businesses, will testify at a historic joint hearing this evening at City Hall. The joint city and state hearing will showcase how the city can develop an equitable economy that works for New Yorkers of color.
Business Leaders Oppose Wheeler for EPA Head
Washington, DC – In response to the announcement late last week that President Trump will nominate Andrew Wheeler to head the EPA, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Encouraged by Election Results
Washington, DC – Responding to the election results, which shifted the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives and several states, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
A Smart Plan for Protecting D.C. From the Coming Storm
ASBC CEO Hammad Attasi wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post op-ed in support of a climate change plan being voted on soon by the DC Council.
Businesses Must Connect to Protect Water Supplies
Source Author: Richard Lawton and Ed Clerico
Richard Lawton, executive director of the New Jersey Sustainable Business Council, and Ed Clerico, CEO emeritus of Natural Systems Utilities (both ASBC members), wrote an op-ed in the NJBIZ advocating for market-driven innovation and smart water policies to fostering a vibrant and sustainable economy.
ASBC Statements in Support of Amazon’s Pledge to Raise its Starting Wage and Lobby for a Federal Minimum Wage Increase
Washington, DC – In response to Amazon’s announcement that it will work with Congress to raise the federal minimum wage above its current rate of $7.25, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released statements supporting the move.
Businesses Praise CA Governor for Signing Net Neutrality Bill
Sacramento, CA – In support of California’s Governor Jerry Brown
signing into law net neutrality legislation introduced by Senator
Scott Wiener, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC)
released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO
Hammad Atassi:
Rewarding Our Daily Work
Source Author: Steve Greer
Steve Greer, CEO of American Income Life Agency Division (an ASBC member), wrote and op-ed in the Waco Tribune-Herald in support of worker ownership.
Eileen Fisher Wants Those Clothes Back When You’re Done
In a news article in The Washington Post, ASBC is named as a key advocacy group and ASBC member Eileen Fisher is quoted saying, “We don’t want sustainability to be our edge, we want it to be universal.”
US NGOs: ‘Science transparency’ policy contravenes TSCA
A news article in ChemicalWatch, about the EPA’s proposed policy on what type of science can be used in its decisions about chemical safety, quotes ASBC saying, “The more research the EPA considers, the more informed and appropriate their response can be to findings about harmful effects of chemicals.” (Pay wall)
ASBC statements in support of the Main Street Employee Ownership Act
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and member businesses released statements supporting the Main Street Employee Ownership Act, which is scheduled to be signed into law today. The bill, introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Nydia Velazquez earlier this year and included in the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, will support the creation of more worker-owned companies and direct the Small Business Administration to provide more funding and resources to this type of business.
Small Businesses Find Tight Job Market Makes It Hard to Hire
ASBC member Richard Graves, Co-founder of CleanChoice Energy, is quoted in this Associated Press story about hiring challenges. According to the article, “…its mission — to provide homes with renewable energy — helps attract employees.”
US Businesses Cast Wider Net as Jobless Rate Hits 3.9 pct.
ASBC member Brian England, President of BA Auto in Columbia, MD, is quoted in this Associated Press story about the weekly jobs report. He said he has, “has raised starting pay roughly 10 percent in the past two years. The more you make an employee healthy and happy, the more that they’re going to stay with you.”
Businesses Join Effort to Defend the Clean Water Rule in Court
FARGO, ND – Businesses from 30 states urged a federal court in North Dakota to uphold the Clean Water Rule, in an amicus brief filed by Environment America Research & Policy Center and the National Environmental Law Center. From outfitters to brewers to farmers, many of these businesses depend on clean water for their livelihoods. In addition, 62 local officials also signed onto a separate amicus brief also filed by the groups.
Businesses Criticize Sen Rubio Paid Leave Bill as Too Limited and Not Funded Responsibly
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement criticizing the Economic Security for Parents Act that will be introduced by Senator Marco Rubio, saying that it would provide limited benefits and reduce Social Security for participants. The following statement may be attributed to Christine Blackburn, Policy Director of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
Trammell S. Crow Wants Republicans to ‘Wise Up’ on Environment
An article in the Dallas Morning News discussed how Conservative Dallas philanthropist Trammell S. Crow, a panelist on ASBC’s Policy Forum on Conservative Thought and Sustainability at the RNC, makes the business case for cleaner energy.
Businesses Applaud Representative Coffman’s Actions to Preserve Net Neutrality
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Mike Coffman (R– CO) introduced the 21stCentury Internet Act, which would restore the main principles of net neutrality. Additionally, Rep. Coffman has signed the House of Representatives’ Net Neutrality Congressional Review Act (CRA) discharge petition, making him the first Republican to do so. In response, the American Sustainable Business Council released the following statement, which may be attributed to John B. Minor, Policy Manager:
Business Leaders Applaud Denial of Permit for Seneca Lake Gas Storage
ALBANY, NY – In response to the state Department of Environmental Conservation’s denial of a draft permit for a proposed storage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the salt caverns along Seneca Lake, the New York Sustainable Business Council released a statement applauding the action. The following may be attributed Bob Rossi, Executive Director:
Businesses Support Strong EPA, Welcome Resignation of Pruitt
Washington, DC — Reacting to today’s announcement that EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt resigned, ASBC released a statement expressing support for a strong EPA. The following may be attributed to Policy Director Christine Blackburn:
“We support a strong EPA because protecting human health and the environment is a critical foundation for dynamic business and a vigorous economy. Our member companies prove every day that caring for people and the planet can be very profitable.
Businesses Speak Out Against the Court Decision Upholding Travel Ban
Washington, DC — Reacting to today’s announcement by the U.S. Supreme Court that it is upholding the Trump Administration’s travel and immigration restrictions for countries that have mostly Muslim populations, ASBC released a statement expressing disappointment. ASBC also called on Congress to reverse the ban through legislation. The following may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi:
Jeffrey Hollender Interview: What People Get Wrong about Sustainability
ASBC’s Board Chair, Jeffrey Hollender, discusses how corporate sustainability encompasses the impact a business has on the planet, as well as society.
Business Disappointment at CA Assembly Committee’s Failure to Pass Strong Net Neutrality Protections
Washington, DC – In response to a California State Assembly Committee failing to advance strong net neutrality rules, the American Sustainable Business Council released a statement expressing disappointment with the result. The following may be attributed to Policy Director Christine Blackburn:
American Sustainable Business Council Announces New CEO, Long-time Executive from Numi Tea
Washington, DC – The leading policy advocacy group representing the interests of responsible businesses today announced a new CEO. Hammad Atassi, a long-time senior executive with Numi Organic Tea, was appointed by Board of Directors of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC). He assumes day-to-day leadership of the organization starting today.
Consumer Group Floats Litigation over NY Ingredient Policy
An article in ChemicalWatch quoted ASBC President and Co-founder David Levine in support of New York’s cleaning product disclosure policy. The New York requirements, “…will help not only deliver what consumers want but will, in turn, grow a strong and healthy New York economy”.
Why California Businesses Need Net Neutrality
Source Author: Mac Clemmens
Mac Clemmens, CEO of Digital Deployment (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in the Sacramento Business Journal urging all California businesses and residents to signed on with the American Sustainable Business Council to support SB 822 that protects net neutrality.
LA County to Use Job Pool to Help Residents
An article in mynewsLA.com cites ASBC’s highroad report and definition. “High-road” companies “view the workplace as a means to create significant business and social impact (and) reject low-road business models that exploit employees and disregard the environment as the basis for success.”
Businesses Praise CA Senate Passage of Net Neutrality Bill
Sacramento, CA – In support of the California Senate yesterday passing a net neutrality bill drafted by Senator Scott Wiener, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may attributed to President and Co-founder David Levine:
“ASBC and its members are pleased that the California Senate has passed SB 822 to implement net neutrality protections in California. While we prefer a federal solution, we urge the California Assembly to follow suit and pass the bill. Sign on to support our effort at canetneutrality.com.”
ASBC Talks Net Neutrality with Holland Cooke
After the Senate Democrats’ successful passage of the net neutrality CRA, ASBC’s Ryan Rabac discusses the implications for businesses.
Businesses Praise Senators Markey’s and Schumer’s Action to Preserve Net Neutrality
Washington, DC – In advance of today’s expected U.S. Senate discharge petition to reverse the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of net neutrality protections, businesses and business groups released statements supporting net neutrality and the action by Senators Markey and Schumer.
Net Neutrality Bill Heads for Showdown in CA
The San Francisco Chronicle highlighted ASBC’s letter in support of net neutrality and CA state bill SB822, authored by state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco.
Carbon Pricing is a Smart Approach to Climate Action
Source Author: Julie Gorte
Julie Gorte, senior vice president at Impax Asset Management LLC (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in Union Leader supporting a carbon price study that will identify exactly what the market is willing to bear and give us a road map for creating a low-carbon, modern economy in New Hampshire.
Statement Against FCC Net Neutrality Decision
Washington, DC – In advance of tomorrow’s expected publication in the Federal Register of the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of net neutrality protections, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, President and Co-founder:
Paid Leave for Less Than 1/2 Cent per Dollar of Pay
Source Author: Julia Watts
Julia Watts, assistant policy director at ASBC, wrote a column TriplePundit in support of the FAMILY Act.
Local Residents Hear about the Economics of Climate Change Action
An article in the HudsonValley360 quoted ASBC President David Levine in support of sustainability. Said Levine, “People are surprised to learn there’s a strong business case to be made for sustainability.”
Multi-state Alliance to Charge for Carbon Pollution
The SentinelSource.com quoted ASBC’s Chris Blackburn, director of policy, in support of the formation of the Carbon Costs Coalition. Said Blackburn, “Business leaders understand that climate change is a growing risk to their bottom lines. That’s why many support a carbon price as the most efficient and effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”
A Carbon Tax for New York
Source Author: Amy Hall
Amy Hall, director of social consciousness at Eileen Fisher, wrote an op-ed in Crain’s New York in support of a state-mandated price on carbon for New York to further its reputation as a national leader on climate change and as a state that is profitable for businesses.
Source Publication Date: January 24, 2018
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Reducing Legal Immigration Means Hiring Challenges
Marketplace interviewed Michael Bronner, president of Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps (an ASBC member), about proposals to cut legal immigration by up to half. For companies that employ many immigrants, that could mean it will be harder for them to find workers to fill jobs.
Does Net Neutrality Affect Small Business Owners?
ASBC’s Ryan Rabac, manager of digital marketing, is quoted in this Fundera.com blog about that impact on small businesses with the loss of net neutrality.
Working Together to Reduce Harmful Environmental Exposures
An article in Environmental Health Perspectives quoted ASBC’s President and CEO David Levine in support of ingredient disclosure. Said Levine, “Every company we talk to tells us that they can assess what is in their competitor’s product, so why are they fighting the bills to ensure ingredient disclosure at the federal and state level?”
Employee Ownership Gives Power to the People
An article in the Baltimore Sun quoted David Brodwin, ASBC VP of communications and media, in supporty of employee ownership.
Government Needs to Help Small Businesses Follow Regulations
Source Author: Frank Knapp, Jr.
Frank Knapp, Jr., co-chair of ASBC and president and CEO of the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce, wrote an op-ed in The Hill in support of Small Business Regulatory Relief Act that would give the Office of the National Ombudsman the resources it needs to work on behalf of small businesses and find fair regulatory solutions.
How the FCC’s Net Neutrality Vote Impacts Business
ASBC’s Ryan Rabac, manager of digital marketing, speaks with Hope King and Baker Machado on Cheddar TV to discuss the impact of the FCC’s net neutrality decision on businesses, what to expect as a business owner, and steps forward.
Net Neutrality, Explained for Ted Cruz
The Houstonia cited ASBC’s open letter to FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai opposing the elimination of net neutrality.
How Does the GOP Tax overhaul Impact Small Businesses?
An article in MultiBriefs Exclusive cited ASBC’s opposition to the Republican Party’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Small Business Leaders Have Advice for Trump Renegotiating NAFTA
Global Trade quoted Richard Eidlin, ASBC”s VP of Policy and Campaigns, urging Trump to renegotiate the NAFTA fairly for small business.
ASBC Statement on the GOP Tax Plan
Washington, DC – In anticipation of passage of the GOP Tax Plan in the House and Senate, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, President, CEO and Co-founder:
“This bill fails as corporate tax reform because it cuts the wrong taxes at the wrong time. Cutting corporate and pass-through taxes now, during this strong business cycle, will not achieve the growth Republicans say it will.
Statement Applauding Withdrawal of Dourson Nomination for EPA
Washington, DC – In response to the U.S. Senate’s Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee decision to withdraw the nomination of Michael Dourson to lead the toxics program at the EPA, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, president, CEO and co-founder:
Statement Against FCC Net Neutrality Decision
Washington, DC – In response to the Federal Communications Commission’s planned vote to dismantle net neutrality protections today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, president, CEO and co-founder:
Seventh Generation to Lobby for Chemical Ingredient Disclosure
Bryan McGannon, ASBC policy director, told Bloomberg BNA that ASBC will work with congressional legislators to secure the reintroduction of the Cleaning Product Right to Know Act in 2017.
Three Companies That Show Taking the Benefits High Road Is Good for Business
An article in Slate.com praised ASBC members Badger Balm and TCG, Inc., for following high road workplace policies and citied ASBC advocacy guide.
Slower Internet and Higher Costs Are In Our Future
An article in Newsweek quoted David Levine, ASBC’s CEO and president, supporting net neutrality. Said Levine, “Net neutrality fuels business competition. Without net neutrality, we lose the free market aspects of the Internet.”
CEOs Showed Backbone in 2017
CEOs Showed Backbone in 2017
An article in TriplePundit promotes ASBC’s advocacy guide for responsible business leaders about how small business owners to CEOs can make their voices heard by lawmakers and the media on these important issues.
Net Neutrality Fight Isn’t over Yet
An article in the Boston Globe quoted Rachel Solem, president of Irving House (an ASBC member), and other signers of ASBC’s letter urging the FCC to keep current Net neutrality rules in place.
Don’t Be Silent about the EPA Clean Water Rollback
Source Author: Jim Osgood
Jim Osgood, CEO of Klean Kanteen (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz urging business leaders to protect the EPA’s Clean Water Rule.
Don’t Roll Back Progress on Toxic Chemicals
Source Author: Barry Cik
Barry A. Cik, co-founder and technical director of Naturepedic (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in Cleveland.com against the the Regulatory Accountability Act(RAA). Cik urges Congress to reject the RAA and keep businesses competitive to keep all kids and grandkids safe.
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When Employers Take the High Road, Society Moves Ahead
Source Author: Michael Eberhart
Michael Eberhart, ASBC’s Public Relations Intern, wrote an op-ed in TriplePundit urging businesses to support high road business policies for a stronger economy.
Plan to Roll Back Net Neutrality Worries Small Businesses
An article in the New York Times cited ASBC’s open letter to the F.C.C. in support of net neutrality.
Backlash to SBA Regulatory Research Contract Is Growing
An article in Bloomberg BNA quoted ASBC’s CEO and President David Levine urging the SBA to cancel the contract to conduct a study on the disproportionate cost impact of regulations on small businesses. The contract was awarded to two researchers whose previous work has been widely criticized. Said Levine, “The SBA should start over and do a better job of reaching out to qualified entities.”
Trump Denounced for Cynical Sabotage of Nation’s Health System
Common Dreams quoted ASBC CEO David Levine opposing the latest executive order that will weaken Affordable Care Act. Said Levine, “This executive order will put sand in the gears of the ACA markets, leading to increased destabilization. American businesses—both large and small—need more stabilization of the ACA markets, not less.”
Chapman University Honors George Argyros and Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks
The Greek Reporter announced Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks, president and CEO of Earth Friendly Products and ASBC board member, was awarded Chapman University’s School and College Distinguished Alumni.
Federal Red Tape Could Make Toys Less Safe
Source Author: Jim Barber
Jim Barber, cofounder of Luke’s Toy Factor (an ASBC partner), wrote an op-ed in lohud.com about how federal legislation could make it harder to enforce safety standards for toys.
Republicans Unveil Nearly $6 Trillion Tax Cut
The Boston Herald quoted John O’Neill, ASBC’s senior tax analyst, saying that tax reform isn’t as useful to the economy as investing in infrastructure and education. This AP piece also ran in at least 160 outlets in the US.
Step Up, Speak Out, Impact Policy
Conscious Company published the free PDF containing the best advice from the lobbying experts at ASBC on how to make your voice heard, plus insights about working with the media from the team here at Conscious Company.
Don’t Have to be a Progessive to Support Medicare plan
Source Author: Richard Master
Richard Master, CEO of MCS Industries (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in The Hill in support of transitioning to a single-payer, centrally-financed health care system.
SB 562 Will Fix Healthcare
Source Author: Eric Leenson and Dan Geiger
Eric Leenson and Dan Geiger, co-directors Business Alliance for a Healthy California (a fiscally sponsored project of ASBC), co-wrote an op-ed in El Tecolote in support of the California single-payer bill SB 562.
Carbon Fees Good for Climate and Business
Source Author: John Abrams
John Abrams, founder and CEO of South Mountain Co. (an ASBC member) wrote an op-ed in the Cape Cod Times in support of a carbon fee.
Why Medicare-for-All Is Good for Business
Senator Bernie Sanders wrote an op-ed in Fortune Magazine in support of single-payer healthcare that mentions ASBC’s leadership on this issue through Business Leaders Transforming Healthcare.
Wisconsin Should Take the High Road on Foxconn Plan
An article in Cap Times discusses the proposed Foxconn deal in Wisconsin. ASBC’s High Road Principles was cited as a guide for employers who want to operate responsibly and “take care of their own.” Providing a livable fair wage, family friendly benefits, work-life balance, education and training opportunities, and community engagement are all ways Foxconn can pledge to operate as a responsible, high-road employer.
Why It’s the Perfect Time to Raise the Federal Minimum Wage
Source Author: Chris Lu
Chris Lu, former Deputy Secretary of Labor and board member of ASBC, wrote an op-ed in Time in support of raising the minimum wage.
The Life Cycle of an Industry Coalition
Source Author: David Levine
David Levine, CEO of ASBC, wrote in Conscious Company Media urging business leaders to join coalitions to advance their values in the larger economic and political system.
Regulation Reform: Bad Solutions for the Wrong Problem
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
Richard Eidlin wrote in TriplePundit in support of regulations that produce good rules while protecting small businesses from unnecessary compliance burdens.
Climate Change Puts Healthcare in Harm’s Way
Source Author: Kyle Tafuri and Richard Eidlin
Kyle Tafuri, senior sustainability advisor at the Hackensack University Medical Center (an ASBC member) and Richard Eidlin ASBC’s VP of policy, wrote an op-ed in Becker’s Hospital Review in support of the Clean Power Plan.
Small Businesses in Clean Energy Sector Still Hope for Best
AP News cited ASBC’s position in support of the Paris Climate Accord. Leaving the Paris Climate Accord would hurt companies, giving them a chaotic and unsustainable future of business disruptions from rising seas and changing weather patterns.
‘Still In’: Marketers Stand By Climate Pact
Ad Age listed ASBC as one of the leading groups standing by the Paris Agreement after President Donald Trump pulled the United States out of the climate pact.
EPA ‘Safer Choice’ Label Program Under Fire
Bloomberg BNA interviewed David Levine, ASBC’s CEO and co-founder, on the merits of protecting Safer Choice labeling program.
Why U.S. Businesses Said “Stay in the Paris Accord”
CBS News quoted David Levine, ASBC’s CEO and co-founder, opposing the U.S. pulling out of the Paris treaty. Said Levine, “The value of Paris to businesses is the clear market signal that the future is in lower carbon, rather than a chaotic and unsustainable future of business disruptions from rising seas and changing weather patterns.
Trump’s Proposed Budget Shrinks EPA, DOE Funding
North American Windpower quoted ASBC’s CEO David Levine opposing Trump’s proposed budget. Said Levine, “The budget cuts will seriously impair America’s global competitiveness while China and the EU ramp up their commitments to a low-carbon future.”
How to Break the Political Logjam on Climate Change
Source Author: David Brodwin and Richard Eidlin
ASBC co-founders David Brodwin and Richard Eidlin wrote a column in GreenBiz urging bipartisan support for a carbon tax to combat climate change.
OSHA Suspends Rule Requiring Firms Report Injury
The Washington Post quoted ASBC CEO David Levine in support of an Obama-era rule requiring that companies electronically report their injury and illness records.
GOP Bill Would Give Industry Veto Power Over New Rules
The Huffington Post quoted ASBC CEO David Levine opposing the Regulatory Accountability Act.
3 Environmental Policies Business Can Push for Now
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
Richard Eidlin, ASBC’s co-founder and VP of Policy, wrote a column in GreenBiz.com urging business leaders to support a carbon tax, clean water and clear labeling.
The GOP Just Got One Step Closer to Taking Away Your Overtime Pay
An article in In these Times cited ASBC press release urging Congress to oppose the Working Families Flexibility Act (HR 1180/ S.801) saying it is poorly designed, permits much potential abuse by employers, and places a major liability on business balance sheets.
Healthcare, Regulations and Pay Equity
Source Author: Bob Keener
Bob Keener, ASBC’s deputy director of public relations, wrote an op-ed in the TriplePundit presenting three important policy initiatives for business to support now: single-payer healthcare, smart regulations and pay equity.
Why Public Service Still Matters
Source Author: Chris Lu
Chris Lu, former Deputy Secretary of Labor and ASBC board member, wrote an op-ed in The Daily Princetonian encouraging students to pursue opportunities in the state and federal government.
Making Eco-Friendly Products Can Also Be Profitable
NJTV News covered Earth Friendly Products’ (an ASBC member) 50th anniversary in conjunction with global Earth Day events as one of its earliest supporters. ASBC CEO David Levine was at the celebration and explained the importance of ingredient disclosure to the American public.
Companies urge Pruitt to back Safer Choice Program
An article in ChemicalWatch quoted Bryan McGannon, ASBC director of policy, in support of the Safer Choice Program.
ObamaCare Works for Small Business
Source Author: Robert Bennett
Robert Bennett, president of Resource Development Associates (a member ASBC), wrote an op-ed in The Hill in support of the Affordable Care Act.
Source Publication Date: March 15, 2017
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Answers to Energy Needs Blowing in the Wind
Source Author: Richard Lawton
Richard Lawton, coordinator of the NJ Sustainable Business Council (an ASBC member) and CEO of Triple Ethos, wrote an op-ed in the Asbury Park Press supporting renewable energy for job creation, cleaner air and growing the economy over fossil fuels.
Boosting the Business Voice Against the Immigration Ban
Source Author: David Levine
David Levine, CEO of ASBC, wrote a column in TriplePundit about ASBC’s sign-on letter to help build a broad, collective business voice protesting the travel ban.
Zero Waste Act Introduced by US Representative
An article in Waste Today magazine quoted Richard Eidlin, ASBC VP of Policy and Campaigns, in support of U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison”s (D-MN) Zero Waste Development and Expansion Act. Said Eidlin, “Growing local economies while cleaning up the environment makes great business sense. We’re happy to lend our support to Congressman Ellison’s ‘Zero Waste Development and Expansion Act’
Greening Capitalism, Quietly
ASBC named as one of the major groups driving change in “Greening Capitalism Quietly”, a new report from Ethical Markets.
The State of Green Business
GreenBiz Editor in Chief Joel Makower interviewed Richard Eidlin, ASBC’s VP of Policy and Campaigns (30:48) and Adobe’s head of sustainability Vince Digneo (43:50) about their respective thoughts concerning the future of sustainable business during the next four years.
Sustainable Business Stands Up to Trump
An article in Ethical Corporation highlighted ASBC’s sign-on letter for business leaders to register their protest against the immigration ban that “demeans our American principles and values”.
Business Leadership on Climate Seen as Key
Yale Climate Connections quoted Richard Eidlin, ASBC VP of policy and campaigns, encouraging business leaders to engage in climate policies. “Businesses that are in [favor] of addressing climate change, and maintaining environmental safeguards need to really express their views and express the business case for doing so.”
Business Leaders Oppose Executive Order to Revive Two Major Pipelines
PNS Daily News radio show interviewed ASBC CEO David Levine about business opposition to the Keystone pipeline.
Trump Touts Pro-Worker Agenda
An article in In These Times quoted ASBC CEO David Levine in support of regulations. “Well-constructed regulations actually help business. Businesses depend on good regulations that promote prosperity and ensure a level playing field.”
Business Wants More Renewable Energy
An article in TriplePundit supports ASBC’s push for clean energy.
ASBC Criticizes Anti-Regs Bill Passed By House
An article in The Hill cited ASBC’s objections to the Midnight Rules Relief Act.
Wages Are Increasing, But What’s Behind It?
An article in NPR quoted ASBC CEO David Levine in support of increased wages. Said Levine, “With that retention they’re also getting employees that are more committed to the business, therefore productivity goes up.”
Worker Safety a Sustainability Factor
ASBC Policy Director Bryan McGannon told Bloomberg BNA that safety and health practices should be a part of overall personnel practices. In addition to providing a safe workplace, sustainability includes such benefits as good pay and paid leave.
How Mrs. McMahon Can Revitalize Small Business
Source Author: Mike O’Donnell and Richard Eidlin
Mike O’Donnell, executive director of the Colorado Lending Source and Richard Eidlin, vice president of policy of ASBC, wrote an op-ed in The Hill in support of Trump’s nominee to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA), Linda McMahon.
Groups Split on Chemicals, Trump’s Pick for EPA
David Levine, ASBC CEO, told Bloomberg BNA Pruitt’s views could harm chemical and other businesses saying, “Science should form the basis of the EPA’s chemical and other decisions.”
Trump Picks Former Gov. Rick Perry
Solar Industry quoted ASBC CEO David Levine on Trump’s nomination of former Texas Gov. Rick Perry as head of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Said Levine, “His close ties to the oil industry in his home state will likely lead to department policy that tilts the playing field in favor of fossil fuels.”
Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Head to be Trump’s Labor Secretary
An article in U.S. News & World Report, discussing Trump’s Secretary of Labor nominee Andy Puzder, quoted ASBC CEO David Levine. Said Levine, “With Mr. Puzder’s nomination, Mr. Trump is choosing the wrong model for helping the working and middle classes – and businesses that depend on healthy consumer demand.”
Trump’s Labor Secretary Pick Appalling
An article in The Hill quoted ASBC CEO David Levine on Trump’s nomination of Andy Puzder for Secretary of Labor. Said Levine, “With Mr. Puzder’s nomination, Mr. Trump is choosing the wrong model for helping the working and middle classes — and businesses that depend on healthy consumer demand.”