Intel on Wind Power May 3, 2013

Sharing information on wind power and why it is important for businesses!

Governor Martin O’Malley today issued the following statement on the final passage of the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act of 2013:
“Offshore wind is a potential win-win-win for Maryland. Today’s vote positions our State for greater job creation and opportunity, while moving us forward toward securing a more sustainable energy future. By advancing this promising green technology, together, we have also chosen to do the right thing for our planet; every megawatt-hour of energy we generate from clean wind power, is a megawatt-hour of energy we are not burning into our atmosphere through dirty fossil fuels.
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Check out these frequently asked questions to be in the know.http://www.bizmdosw.org/maryland-offshore-wind-faq/

Triple Bottom Line May 1, 2013

The Clean Currents mission is to energize communities for a clean energy future by enabling individuals and businesses to make responsible choices that protect their bottom line while reducing their environmental impact.

Working with Clean Currents has its Perks:

· Exposure to over 12,000 consumers and that actively support wind powered businesses. Exposure to over 1,300 businesses powered by Clean Currents.

· Employee Green Benefits

· Marketing materials designed to highlight your wind powered purchase and tell your story.

· Listing on our online Wind Powered Business Directory

· EPA Green Power Partnership

· B Corporation

· Green America’s Green Business Network: Many of our customers have chosen to obtain Green America’s certification

Leeding Tips: Real Estate

Energy Star – and Sustainability
A recent study found that the risk of mortgage default for ENERGY STAR-rated homes is an impressive one-third lower, based on a sample of 71,000 home loans from 38 states and the District of Columbia. Further studies have also found a strong link between green certification and increased selling value, even in a down economy:

“A study involving an large sample of 1.6 million homes sold in California between 2007 and early 2012 showed, with all other variables constant, a green certification label on a house adds an average of 9% to its selling value.”

Thanks to member Meriah J. for sharing these findings with the group. You can find the full article and share your thoughts on the topic here: http://grn.bz/11Q6G1w

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