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August 21, 2007 
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Finally, Big Business Sees Profit Potential in Global Warming 
Big business fears that the fight against climate change will cost billions are now giving way to a different view, as companies in the U.S., Europe, and Japan race to cash in on the exploding business of saving the planet. (International Herald Tribune) Read more...
This Week's Climate Stories Asia-Pacific Nations to Back Energy Efficiency over Greenhouse Gas Targets According to the draft agreement, members of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum would agree to "work toward the goal" of reducing energy intensity — the amount of energy used to create a gross domestic product — by 25% by 2030. However, no mention was made of mandatory targets to cut the amount of heat-trapping gasses released by human activity into the atmosphere. (International Herald Tribune) Read more... Morgan Stanley Sets Up Carbon Neutral Service Morgan Stanley has continued its foray into carbon markets, partnering with consultants DNV to advise companies that want to go carbon neutral. (Reuters) Read more... ______________________________________________ Registration Now Open for Sustainable Brands ‘07
D.C.'s Small Businesses Tap into Green Power This summer, the owners of ten small businesses in Washington, D.C., joined together to buy wind power energy credits. The initiative illustrates that green energy is not just for the major players. (New York Times) Read more... British Gas Tax Appeals to Climate-Conscious Consumers British Gas has launched what it bills as Britain's "greenest" energy tariffs, aimed at customers prepared to pay more for gas and electricity produced in a more environmentally friendly way. The company will invest the extra funds in developing renewable energy technologies. (Reuters) Read more... Carfax Kicks Off Climate Campaign with First Carbon-Neutral Stock Car Event 
The provider of vehicle history reports will make some history of its own with the Carfax 250 NASCAR race, billed as the first-ever carbon-neutral stock car event. The race forms the backdrop for the company's new pledge to offset all carbon emissions generated by its day-to-day business operations. (CSRWire) Read more...
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Aviation's Green Agenda 
Amid climate protests at Heathrow Airport, the Aug. 18 issue of Aviation Week documents the airline industry's progress (or lack thereof) toward greener technology and design. Included: Airbus sets its sights on a cleaner aircraft, engine makers scratch their heads over green design options, and NASA climatologists clarify the environmental price of air travel. (Subscription Required)
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