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Culture vs. the Ethical Bank
Source Author: Vince Siciliano
Vince Siciliano, president and CEO of New Resource Bank (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in the TriplePundit supporting triple-bottom-line banks that align money with their values and adopt transparency principles to give public insight to how their money is being used.
Corporate Tax Havens Stiff Taxpayers by $110B A Year
An article in The Fiscal Times discusses ASBC’s joint press conference with Sen. Bernie Saunders (I-VT) announcing the introduction of the Corporate Tax Dodging Prevention Act of 2015. The bill would prevent corporations from sheltering profits in the Cayman Islands and other tax havens to avoid paying U.S. taxes.
State Tax Policies Rigged to Fail Workers
Source Author: Ronda Wallace
Ronda Wallace, owner of Butterfly Tax Pro and member of the Main Street Alliance (a partner of ASBC), wrote an op-ed in The Florida Squeeze opposing tax inversions and urging business leaders to sign ASBC’s Proud to Be an American business pledge.
‘Fast Track’ Trade Authority is a Mistake for Most Businesses
Source Author: David Levine
David Levine, ASBC’s president and CEO, wrote an op-ed in The Hill urging Congress to oppose fast track authority to the Obama administration.
How Tax Inversions Hurt Smaller Businesses
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC’s Zach Bernstein wrote an op-ed in the TriplePundit making the business case against tax inversions.
EPA, Corps Say Rule to Clarify CWA Moving Forward
Natural Gas Intelligence quotes ASBC in support of the EPA’s clean water rules.
Ohio Business Owner: Fracking Stifling Local Food Movement
Christine Hughes, of the Ohio Sustainable Business Council (an ASBC member organization), was quoted in a wqel.com article making the business case for mandatory, enforceable national standards that will apply to both new and existing gas and oil development.
5 Ways Government Policies Help Business Innovation
Source Author: David Levine and Richard Eidlin
ASBC’s David Levine and Richard Eidlin wrote about “5 Ways Government Policies help Business Innovation” in Conscious Company magazine.
Save Money, Live Sustainably?
Source Author: David Brodwin
David Brodwin, co-founder of ASBC, wrote an op-ed in U.S. News & World Report about how Wal-Mart’s new program, called Sustainability Leaders, is a reminder of how hard it is to create useful sustainability ratings.
Automotive, Electronics Trade Bodies Prefer Bipartisan TSCA Bill
An article in ChemicalWatch cites ASBC’s support of the Boxer-Markey bill.
Seventh Generation and 3,000 Business Partners Call on Congress to Reform Chemical Safety Laws
Sustainable Brands‘ article on chemical safety laws praises the efforts of ASBC’s Companies for Safer Chemicals coalition.
How to Get Big Without Getting Bad
An article in the Unreasonable Institute discusses how ASBC and its network of enlightened business leaders from every industry are working to create an environment in America where businesses that want to be sustainable can thrive.
Paid Family Leave Is Primed for a National Debate
An article in U.S. News & World Report quotes Richard Eidlin, ASBC’s co-founder and vice president of policy and campaigns, to make the business case for paid family leave.
When It Comes to Chemical Policies, Who Speaks for Business?
Source Author: Chris Hanson, Dan Marshall and David Levine
David Levine, CEO and President of ASBC co-authored an op-ed with Chris Hanson and Dan Marshall of Metro IBA (an ASBC organizational member), in the StarTribune urging greater transparency and safer products for the children of Minnesota.
Senator Gillibrand Announces Legislation to Provide Every American Worker with Paid Leave
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand wrote and article in the HamletHub making the business case for paid leave. The senator quoted ASBC CEO and President David Levine, “The FAMILY Act is a critical piece of legislation that would help businesses and employees and alike.”
US Business Group Prefers Boxer TSCA Reform Bill
An article in ChemicalWatch.com quotes Bryan McGannon, ASBC’s policy director, on the issue of chemical reform.
Net Neutrality, Sick Leave and Better Trade
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
Richard Eidlin, ASBC’s co-founder & vice president of Public Policy, wrote an op-ed in TriplePundit discussing the need for laws and regulations to guide our economy toward sound, long-term decision-making, with full recognition of social and environmental externalities.
Climate Change Affects Small Businesses More
An article in Social Story cites ASBC’s Climate poll results to show how small businesses are more vulnerable to climate change than large corporations.
Why Care about Conflict Minerals? Customers and Investors Do.
An article in GreenBiz.com urges businesses to join ASBC as an alternative to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Business Roundtable and the National Association of Manufacturers to ensure ethical and humane operational policies and procedures.
Why Earned Sick Days Should Be the Law of the Land
Source Author: David Levine
David Levine, ASBC’s president and CEO, wrote an op-ed in the Workforce making the business case for paid sick days.
Business Coalition Launches Salvo at Labor Board
An article in The Daily Caller used ASBC’s poll results to make the business case for raising the federal minimum wage.
Is the American Business Community Racist?
Source Author: MaryAnne Howland
MaryAnne Howland President and CEO of Ibis Communications and ASBC board member, wrote an op-ed in the Augusta Free Press urging to push course corrections necessary to stop racial injustice to help create resilient communities in which everyone can succeed and thrive.
A Home For Businesses That Believe Ethics and Profits Aren’t Mutually Exclusive
An article in the Earth Island Journal discusses how ASBC works to amplify the influence of sustainable businesses on policy issues like clean energy, food, and agriculture.
Why Small Business Groups Are (Nearly) United around the Keystone Pipeline
An article in the Washington Post quotes David Levine, ASBC’s president and CEO, about the business case against the Keystone XL pipeline.
Are Dollar stores Shortchanging Us on Toxic Chemicals?
Source Author: José Bravo and Frank Knapp Jr.
José Bravo, executive director of the Just Transition Alliance, and Frank Knapp, Jr. Co-Chair of the ASBC Action Fund, wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com urging dollar stores to follow the lead of other major retailers and to work with community and health organizations to replace hazardous chemicals.
Faulting EPA, Green Leaders Warn Obama: Bees Running Out of Time
An article in Common Dreams discusses ASBC’s letter to the president urging action on pesticide use and pollinator protections.
Reg Relief Bill Faces Uncertain Path
An article in The Hill quotes Bryan McGannon, policy director of ASBC, pointing out the issues associated with the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Act. Said McGannon, “Blocking, weakening or delaying critical standards and safeguards won’t help small and medium-sized businesses succeed.
The Business Case to Reduce Air Pollution
Source Author: Bill Wilson
Bill Wilson, President of P3 Utah (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in the Standard Examiner supporting the EPA’s proposed carbon pollution rules.
A Free and Open Internet for an Innovative and Competitive Economy
Source Author: Mac Clemmens
Mac Clemmens, the CEO of Digital Deployment (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in Your Houston News making the business case for Net neutrality. This op-ed was also featured in the Battle Creek Enquirer, Augusta Free Press, Pasadena Citizen, Pearland Journal, Deer Park Progress and Bay Area Citizen.
10 Members of Congress Who Actually Get Sustainable Business
ASBC Policy Director, Bryan McGannon was quoted in GreenBiz.com about the need for open dialogue regarding climate change. Said McGannon, “What we need to do now is find a way to make it safe for Republicans to say, yes, climate change is happening and we need to address it.”
What Price Should We Put on a Better Climate?
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
Zach Bernstein, ASBC’s Manager of Research and Social Media, wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com discussing how the business community recognizes climate change is an economic threat, that it expects some kind of carbon pricing eventually to be implemented and is preparing for it well in advance.
It’s the Bad Business of Politics
Source Author: David Levine
David Levine, ASBC’s president and CEO, wrote an op-ed in the Muscatine Journal and the Palm Beach Post discussing why members of Congress must realize that their constituents — including small businesses — want them to get hidden and unrestricted money out of politics.
Beware Associations That Claim to Represent Small-business Groups
Source Author: David Levine and Katherine McFate
David Levine, president, American Sustainable Business Council, and Katherine McFate, president and CEO, Center for Effective Government wrote an op-ed in The Hill warning against expanding the scope of the Regulatory Flexibility Act and the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act
Groups Hail Obama’s Paid Leave Order
An article in The Hill quotes David Levine, ASBC’s president and CEO praising the proposed paid leave policy. Said Levine, “Making them law, sets a minimum standard for all businesses to operate from and puts the country on competitive footing with the rest of the developed world.”
Food Groups Ask Obama to Protect Honeybees from Pesticides
An article in The Hill discusses ASBC’s letter urging the Obama administration to protect honeybees by suspending the use of bee-harming pesticides.
House Approves Keystone XL Pipeline; Nebraska Supreme Court OKs Route
The Washington Business Journal quoted Richard Eidlin, vice president of public policy and co-founder of ASBC, making the business case against developing the Keystone XL pipeline.
Montana Businesses Should Be Thankful for Clean Water
Source Author: Marne Hayes
Marne Hayes, director of Business For Montana’s Outdoors (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in the Hungry Horse News making the business case for clean water rules. This was also picked up by Missoula Missoulian, Helena Independent Record and the Columbia Falls Hungry Horse News.
Six Key Points for Conscious Business Policy This Year
ASBC’s David Levine and Richard Eidlin wrote about policy priorities for 2015 in Conscious Company magazine.
Need to Talk to a Climate Denier? Here’s How
An article in GreenBiz.com discusses ASBC’s third annual Business Summit and how the sessions educated participants in the skill of effectively communicating policy with different audiences.
Paid Family Leave: An Employee Benefit That Benefits Employers as Well
Source Author: Amy Hall
Amy Hall, director of social consciousness for Eileen Fisher, Inc (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in The Phoenix urging Congress to act on the FAMILY Act in 2015. This op-ed was also picked up by the Pasadena Citizen, the Friendswood Journal, the Bay Area Citizen, the Deer Park Progress, and the Pearland Journal.
Three Signs of Hope from 2014
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
Zach Bernstein, ASBC’s Manager of Research and Social Media, wrote an op-ed in the TriplePundit discussing 2014 sustainable policy gains and losses.
Fossil Fuel Companies Use Scare Tactics at UN Climate Negotiations
Source Author: Michael Green
Michael Green, program director for the Climate Action Business Association (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in The Hill discussing the final week of the United Nations climate negotiations in Lima, Peru.
Left and Right Can Agree on Climate Change
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC Research Manager Zach Bernstein wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com highlighting a panel at the ASBC third annual Business. The “Conservative Thought and Sustainability” panel covered more than just environmental issues — minimum wage also came up — but climate change and other environmental issues were a major part of the discussion.
Left and Right Can Agree on Climate Change
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC Research Manager Zach Bernstein wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com highlighting a panel at the ASBC third annual Business. The “Conservative Thought and Sustainability” panel covered more than just environmental issues — minimum wage also came up — but climate change and other environmental issues were a major part of the discussion.
Small Business Owners and Others Celebrate Clean Water Act
An article in The Rock River Times praises the ASBC partner event in Chicago that “…called together advocates, political leaders, business owners, and community members to discuss the importance of clean water and revere in the recent success supporting EPA’s decision to close loopholes in the Clean Water Act.”
Clean Water is Vital for Success of Virginia Business
Source Author: Jim Epstein
Jim Epstein, co-founder of Blue Ridge Produce (an ASBC business member), wrote and op-ed in the Daily Progress makes the business case for clean water.
Keystone XL Pipeline Falls One Vote Short in the Senate
An article in The Business Journals cites ASBC as an opponent to the Keystone XL pipeline.
Are ‘Dirty Industries’ Polluting Government Regulations?
An article in the Guardian, discussing the Center for Effective Government’s latest report on the Office for Advocacy, quoted ASBC CEO and President David Levine. Said Levine of the report, “Our organization’s experience echoes key findings of this report, that trade associations and the lobbyists
Company Gets EPA Grant to Develop New “Biopolymer” Technology
Water Online discussed the EPA’s and ASBC’s press call to announce nine awards in eight states for small businesses to help them bring innovative green technologies to the marketplace.
Eliminating Racial Income Gaps Would Boost GDP By $2.1 Trillion
The NationalJournal quoted ASBC Co-founder and CEO David Levine about the economic need for racial equal access and opportunities in the job market. Said Levine, “Racial disparity is hurting our economy today. The sooner we address it, the sooner we can reap the rewards of a more equitable and vibrant economy.”
The Business Case for Rethinking Fracking
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin wrote discussing the strong business case against fracking in an op-ed for GreenBiz.com.
The 2014 Elections and the Road for Sustainable Business
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC Action Fund’s Research Associate Zach Bernstein wrote an op-ed in the TriplePundit discussing both federal and local elections across the country and what they mean for a sustainable economy.
For Business Policy Change, You’re in Charge
Source Author: David Levine and Richard Eidlin
David Levine, ASBC Co-founder/CEO and Richard Eidlin, ASBC Vice President of Policy wrote an op-ed in the GreenMoney Journal urging business leaders to speak up for policy change and lead America to a sustainable economy.
Businesses Agree—It’s Time to Raise the Minimum Wage
Source Author: Ross Eisenbrey
In an op-ed for the Economic Policy Institute, Ross Eisenbrey cites ASBC’s minimum wage polling results to make the business case for raising the federal minimum wage.
Source Publication Date: October 20, 2014
Source URL:
http://www.epi.org/blog/businesses-agree-time-raise-minimum-wage/
EPA Meeting on Water Rule Impact Comes ‘Too Little, Too Late,’ Rural Utilities Say
An article in Bloomberg BNA quotes ASBC Co-founder and CEO David Levine regarding the SBA Advocacy comments. Said Levine, “The SBA Advocacy comments submitted on the proposed water rule do not represent the views of most small businesses as shown in recent independent polling.”
Business Government Group ALEC Seeing Defections
An article in The Canton Daily Ledger and the Pekin Daily Times praises the large corporations’ cancellations of their ALEC membership due to ALEC’s inaction against climate change.
Clean Water Rules, Important for Beer and the Economy
Source Author: Steve Hindy
Steve Hindy wrote an op-ed in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle making the business case for the EPA’s clean water rule.
EPA’s Clean Power Plan Means Wisconsin Jobs and Growth
Source Author: Lori Compas
Lori Compas, executive director of the Wisconsin Business Alliance and ASBC organizational member, wrote an op-ed for the Journal Sentinel supporting the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Clean Power Plan.
How to Build Business Support for a Price on Carbon
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC Research Associate Zach Bernstein wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com urging business leaders to support a price on carbon to strengthen the economy while benefitting the planet.
EPA Rule Pits Brewers Against Farmers
The Environmental Leader cited ASBC’s clean water poll to stress the importance of clean water for a healthy economy.
Beer Fight Brewing over EPA Rule
An article in The Hill discusses both sides of the EPA’s clean water rule debate.
Office Depot, Inc. Small Business Index Finds Just One in Three Small Businesses Have a Disaster Plan
MarketWatch cited ASBC’s report, “Climate Change Preparedness and the Small Business Sector”, to urge small businesses to put an emergency response plan in place so that they can weather any storm.
Walk in Their Shoes
Source Author: Roger Smith
ASBC business member and CEO of American Income Life makes the business case for raising the federal minimum wage in an op-ed for The Hill.
On Carbon and Water, Policymakers Should Listen to Small Business
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
In an op-ed for the TriplePundit, ASBC co-founder Richard Eidlin urges policy makers to ignore lobbyists and listen to business owners who support proposals that protect clean water and limit climate change.
EPA Waterway Proposal Endorsed by Haw River Monitor
The TimesNews.com discussed the success of the ASBC sponsored Clean Water event in North Carolina.
These Chemical Initiatives Deserve Your Support
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin urges stronger chemical reform policies in an op-ed for GreenBiz.com.
Rep. Polis to Join Fat Tire Brewer to Back EPA Water Rule
An article in The Hill and the Northern Colorado Business Report promotes ASBC’s clean water event with Rep. Jared Polis at New Belgium Brewing which will discuss the EPA’s “Waters of the U.S.” rule.
California Businesses Need Stronger Federal Clean Water Rules
Source Author: Steve Frisch
Steve Firsh, president of the Sierra Business Council and ASBC organizational member, makes the business case for stronger and smarter water regulations for California in an op-ed for The Union.
Why Business Leaders Support a Price on Carbon
The World Bank quotes ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin on the benefits of pricing carbon for small businesses.
Trying to Understand the Impact of Minimum Wage Hikes on Small Businesses
The New York Times discusses the arguments for and against raising the minimum wage and presents ASBC’s polling results.
Corporate 1% in U.S. Gets Wealthier While Cash Piles Up
Bloomberg Businessweek quoted ASBC member and President of the Better World Club Mitch Rofsky on the need to ban tax inversions.
State’s Economic Development Model Must Change
Source Author: Frank Knapp, Jr.
In an op-ed for the Statehouse Report, ASBC Action Fund Co-chair Frank Knapp, Jr. maintains that only by engaging all South Carolinians in investing in their local economic development through existing and soon-to-be financial tools will the state be able to achieve a vibrant economy for all its citizens.
Charleston-based Coalition Empowers Small, Mid-sized Businesses
An article in the Charleston Daily Mail praises the efforts of the West Virginia Sustainable Business Council, an organizational member of ASBC, to empower small and mid-sized businesses.
Clean Water is Good for Maryland Business
Source Author: Stephen Schaff
ASBC organizational member and Executive Director of the Chesapeake Sustainable Business Council, Stephen Schaff, penned an op-ed for The Baltimore Sun and Conduit Street supporting the EPA’s “Waters of the U.S.” rules.
EPA’s Proposed Rules on C02 above Criticism
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin penned an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle supporting the EPA’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from power plants.
Source Publication Date: July 31, 2014
Source URL:
http://www.chron.com/opinion/outlook/article/Eidlin-EPA-s-proposed-rules-on-C02-above-5660795.php
Small Businesses Want Minimum Wage Increase
Source Author: Holly Sklar
ASBC board member Holly Sklar wrote an op-ed in the American Forum, The Palm Beach Post, Sun Advocate, and the Colorado Springs Independent discussing the need for raising the federal minimum wage.
Creating a Culture of Investing Locally
Source Author: Frank Knapp, Jr.
In an op-ed for the Statehouse Report, ASBC Action Fund Co-chair Frank Knapp, Jr. argues that South Carolina’s economy is not well in spite of new jobs being added and an unemployment rate that has fallen but now steady. He contends that the old economic development methods of the past can’t create the jobs we need in every part of the state via small businesses, the real job creators.
Source Publication Date: July 25, 2004
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Will Clean Water Act Foes Leave Small Businesses High and Dry?
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
In an op-ed for GreenBiz.com, ASBC Research Associate Zach Bernstein makes the business case for supporting the EPA’s clean water rule for a stronger economy.
Small Biz Owners Support EPA Water Rule, Polls Says
The Hill cited ASBC Clean Water poll results to show that the majority of small business owners support the protection of clean water. This was also picked up by the Miami Herald and the Environmental Leader.
If Government Ran Like a Business, It Would Invest in Energy Efficiency
Source Author: Russell Cann
Mr. Russell Cann, chairman of the board of Elauwit, wrote an op-ed supporting green construction for energy efficiency in The State.
EPA’s Carbon Pollution Rules – Good for Business, Good for the Economy
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC co-founder Richard Eidlin supports EPA’s carbon pollution rules for a stronger economy in an op-ed for the NJToday.net, Mercury News, Daily Progress, InsuranceNewsNet, The Deseret News, San Jose Mercury News, York Dispatch and Harlandaily.com.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Fewer Than 12 Percent of US Workers Belong to Unions, and More
Citing ASBC’s minimum wage poll Thom Hartmann of Truth-Out makes the case for raising the federal minimum wage to “…ensure that these small businesses are on equal footing, and help lift millions of Americans out of poverty.”
Plastic Industry’s Faulty Lobbying Agenda
Source Author: David Levine
ASBC CEO David Levine urges the plastics industry to rethink its lobbying agenda to block innovative green chemicals in an op-ed for The Hill.
States with Higher Minimum Wage Boast Faster Job Growth
An article in Mint Press News quoted ASBC Co-founder David Brodwin’s U.S News & World Report op-ed to show how small business owners support raising the minimum wage.
Lenders Woo LI’s Small and Medium-sized Business Borrowers
Newsday quoted ASBC Action Fund Co-chair Frank Knapp, Jr. on the merits of crowdfunding.
A Fix for Our Imperfect Marketplace: Paid Leave
ASBC business member Mitch Rofsky and President of Better World Club wrote an op-ed for The Hill urging support for the FAMILY Act.
A Fix for Our Imperfect Marketplace: Paid Leave
Source Author: Mitch Rofsky
ASBC business member Mitch Rofsky and President of Better World Club wrote an op-ed for The Hill, the Las Cruces Sun-News, the Daily Camera, the Reno Gazette – Journal, the Augusta Free Press and the Detroit News urging support for the FAMILY Act.
Restaurant CEOs Make More Money in Half a Day Than Their Employees Make in a Year
Mother Jones‘ article makes note of ASBC and Business for a Fair Minimum wage poll results to promote raising the minimum wage.
Los Angeles Activists Look to Raise Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour
All Voices used ASBC and Business for a Fair Minimum Wage poll results to promote raising the minimum wage in Los Angeles.
Study Highlights Low Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees
The WV Gazette cited the ASBC and Business for a Fair Minimum Wage poll results to argue for raising the minimum wage for WV tipped employees.
Why Small Biz Owners Back a Higher Minimum Wage
Using ASBC and Business for a Fair Minimum Wage poll results, CBS News and Newsplex.com made the case for raising the federal minimum wage.
American SMEs Already Feeling Harmful Effects of Climate Change
An article for Edie.net cited ASBC climate poll results showing that “…most small business owners [are] concerned about how climate change will affect their operations including the impact on energy costs and vital infrastructure.”
Power Outages to Tainted Water: Main St. Braces for Climate Change
CNBC discussed ASBC’s new climate poll results showing that small business owners are worried about the impacts of climate change on their businesses.
Small Business Owners: Climate Action Will Protect Our Livelihoods
ThinkProgress used ASBC’s new climate poll results which show that small business owners are concerned that climate change could hurt their companies, and they support government action to cut carbon emissions.
Fat Tire Brewery Pours out Praise for EPA Rule
The Hill quoted the testimony of ASBC business member Andrew Lemley of New Belgium Brewing at a June 24th hearing of the House of Natural Resources Committee’s Subpanel on Water and Power. Lemley explained,
Business Leaders Meet to Discuss Ways to Grow in Sustainable Ways
Fox 40 WICZ covered ASBC organizational member NYS SBC’s Regional Congress. Said ASBC CEO David Levine, “The whole idea [is to] build local communities where [people are] actually buying from, not necessarily the big box stores but their local shopkeepers.
We Need ‘Lobbying for Good’ for Successful Climate Action
An article in Blue & Green Tomorrow praised ASBC’s work with businesses and the government to tackle climate change.
Regulations Can Be Good for Business: Look at Clean Water
Source Author: Eric Henry
Eric Henry, ASBC business member and president of TS Designs, wrote an op-ed in The Hill discussing his testimony before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment on, June 11.
Waters of the US
The Hill article discussing the Clean Water Act and its positive impact on the economy quoted ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin, “American business has always depended on the availability of clean water for its success, and EPA’s regulation in this area historically has been a prime example of the vital partnership between business and government.”
Child Safe Products Act Will Reduce Harm in New York
Source Author: John Replogle and David Levine
In an op-ed for the Times Union, John Replogle, CEO of Seventh Generation and David Levine, CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council Action Fund, urged support for the New York Child Safe Products Act.
Businesses Also Benefit from the EPA’s Carbon Emissions Regulations
Source Author: David Levine
ASBC CEO David Levine’s letter to the editor in the Washington Post praises forward thinking business leaders for recognizing climate change is an economic issue and calling for action to combat it.
Seventh Generation Engages Consumers for Chemical Policy Reform
GreenBiz.com praises Seventh Generation’s and ASBC’s safer chemicals campaign messaging and “… how a grassroots health campaign effectively can spur consumer engagement.”
South Carolina: The Perfect Case Study for New EPA Power Plant Rules
Source Author: Frank Knapp, Jr.
ASBC Action Co-chair Frank Knapp, Jr. wrote an op-ed in The Hill discussing how “The South Carolina case study of energy investments, consumer energy costs and economic impact have shown us that heavy investments in alternative energy can be done without hurting the economy, even when electricity rates increase dramatically.
Business Groups Close Ranks for Climate Battle
The Hill quoted ASBC CEO and Co-founder David Levine in support of the EPA’s new carbon rule. Said Levine, “Business leaders recognize and applaud the president and the Environmental Protection Agency for the leadership demonstrated on issuing these rules to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change while opening the door for innovation and job creation.”
3 Environmental Policy Initiatives That Will Help Business
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin penned an op-ed in GreenBiz on how business leaders can make a difference by fighting for policies that protect the environment.
Does the US Need Another Round of Trade Deals?
The Hill cites ASBC’s stance on TPP and how the agreement would hurt small businesses.
10 Companies That Are Actually Listening to Customers about Controversial Ingredients
Source Author: Mary Mazzoni
Mary Mazzoni penned an op-ed for TriplePundit in which she praises the efforts of ASBC lead Companies for Safer Chemicals.
Google and Amazon Expand Same-day Delivery. Will It Work
The Christian Science Monitor quoted ASBC Co-founder and CEO David Levine regarding Amazon and Google’s new online push saying that he is “… cautiously optimistic about the prospects for small businesses to fend off serious damage from online same-day delivery.”
States Make Moves toward Paid Family Leave
The Washington Post notes ASBC’s support for federal paid family leave.
Charlotte Conference Looks at Adapting to Climate Change
The Charlotte Observer quoted ASBC Action Fund Co-chair Frank Knapp, Jr. urging business owners to understand the consequences of climate change and the business implications.
Climate Change: The Externality That Came in From the Cold
Source Author: Julie Fox Gorte
ASBC Business Member Julie Fox Gorte’s op-ed in TriplePundit calls for businesses to take “… responsibility and be accountable for impacts on the environment and society…”
How Top Companies Are Creating Sustainable Brands
The Environmental Leader quoted ASBC Co-founder Jeffrey Hollender encouraging transparency for business practices.
Businesses Need Clean Water, Too: Why We Need the EPA’s Help
Source Author: Zach Bernstein
ASBC Research Associate, Zach Bernstein, wrote an op-ed in GreenBiz.com supporting the EPA’s Clean Water Act.
Clean Water is Key to Business Success
Source Author: Jenn Vervier
ASBC Business Member Jenn Vervier, Director of Sustainability and Strategy for New Belgium Brewing Company, wrote an op-ed for American Forum praising the EPA’s Clean Water Act and explaining how it is good for business.
Spilling Light on Poor Toxic Chemicals Regulations
Source Author: Bryan McGannon
ASBC Deputy Director of Policy, Bryan McGannon, urges chemical reform in light of the Elk River chemical spill in an op-ed in TriplePundit.
Source Publication Date: April 12, 2014
Source URL:
http://www.triplepundit.com/2014/03/policy-points-spilling-light-poor-toxic-chemicals-regulations/
How to Cut Pollution, Move to Safer Chemicals and Keep Our Water Clean
Source Author: Richard Eidlin
ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin’s op-ed in the TriplePundit urges support for laws and regulations that guide our economy toward sound, long-term decision-making, with full recognition of social and environmental externalities.
Diversity Is Good for Business
Source Author: MaryAnne Howland
MaryAnne Howland, ASBC board member and CEO of Ibis Communications, wrote an op-ed in the Illinois Times promoting immigration reform for a better workforce.
Metro Alliance Watches out for Small Retailers
ASBC Organizational Member Metro IBA was featured in an article of Politics Minnesota which supports small business in MN.
The Push for Better Regulation of Chemicals in Consumer Products
Justmeans cites the results of a 2012 ASBC poll on Toxic Chemicals urging TSCA reform.
Cove Point and Climate Change
Source Author: Fran Teplitz and Stephen Shaff
Fran Teplitz, ASBC Action Fund co-chair and Director of Social Investing and Policy at Green America, and Stephen Shaff, founding Executive Director of the Chesapeake Sustainable Business Council, wrote an op-ed in The Hill promoting clean energy economies vs. fossil fuel driven economies.
Clean Energy Bill Hits House of Reps
Domestic Fuel, Solar Industry and FierceEnergy, discuss Clean Energy Victory Bonds, quoting ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin as to why it makes sense.
Democrats Back Rhetoric with Cash in Fight against Koch Brothers
The Hill writes about ASBC Action Fund’s ad campaign thanking Gary Peters for his jobs-saving work in Michigan. The Huffington Post ran a similar story.
Source Publication Date: March 30, 2014
Source URL:
http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/202260-dems-back-rhetoric-with-cash-in-fight-against-kochs
EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Release New Rule To Protect Waterways
The TriplePundit quoted ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin’s praising of the EPA’s new rule to protect waterways.
EPA Plan Would Protect More Streams, Continue Agriculture Exemptions
Wisconsin Public Radio mentions ASBC’s support for the EPA’s new rule to protect waterways.
Administration Seeks to Limit Pollution Discharges into Small Streams, Wetlands
The Daily GPI quoted ASBC Co-founder Richard Eidlin praising the EPA’s new rule to protect waterways.
Chemical Manufacturers, Advocacy Groups Sharply Split over TSCA Bill
Bloomberg BNA quotes David Levine, CEO and Co-founder of ASBC in a statement: “While it is good to see that Chairman Shimkus recognizes the need to fix TSCA, meaningful reform must address three fundamental aspects: transparency, robust safety standards, and incentive for innovation.”
House GOP Pushes Toxic Chemicals Reform
The Hill quotes ASBC Business Member, John Replogle, CEO of Seventh Generation, expressing caution about the new legislation introduced by Representative John Shimkus (R-IL) entitled the “Chemicals in Commerce Act” to reform the Toxic Substance Control Act.
Greenville Film House the 1st Campaign for S.C. Crowdfunding Website
GSA Business announces the launch of the SCcrowdfund.com project, which is a “…partnership between the S.C. Small Business Chamber of Commerce, The American Sustainable Business Council and Mission Markets Inc., a New York-based securities firm.”
New Capital Access Portal Launched
ASBC partner, S.C. Small Business Chamber of Commerce announced, on the Unconflicted Blog, the launch of their first project on the statewide donation crowdfunding portal, SCcrowdfund.com that enables South Carolina small businesses and nonprofits to raise the capital they need to grow. GreenvilleOnline.com ran this story as well
Source Publication Date: January 7, 2014
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