L2ideas Green Blog

In the UK, the Joint Contracts Tribunal is meeting to discuss the possibility of integrating Sustainability performance indicators and thresholds as a part of contracts for the construction industry.

Contractual obligations are the foundation of capitalism. When there is a question about whether conditions of satisfaction were met, all the stakeholders turn to the contract. Anything outside of the contractual framework is out of scope; and if it is a positive benefit, it is merely viewed as "icing on the cake."

The inclusion of sustainability concerns in the contracts of major sectors is a big advance. This is representative of the paradigm shift that is taking hold in Europe. The US is a little bit behind, but I am confident that we'll gain momentum. L2ideas can help.

Labels: business, sustainability

Ignore the anti-Walmart propaganda. Open your mind to the possibility that they really are a force for good. In terms of environmental policy, they are doing more than almost any other major international company right now. They really are leading the way in Sustainability.

The message that they are sending to their company and supply chain is clear:

• Walmart wants to be Supplied by 100% renewable energy


• Walmart wants to have Zero Waste


• Walmart wants to Sell Sustainable Products

Maybe they should re-color their logo: from blue to green.

Labels: business, green, sustainability, Walmart

This link got me thinking... are simplicity and sustainability different and disparate, related and compatible, or some mix?

My view is that simplicity and sustainability are different, but related and compatible.

If you are in the R&D stages of designing any product or service, then please keep both goals in the forefront of your thinking. Less waste and more product happiness are two things that consumers want.

Labels: consumer, design, simplicity, sustainability