The Sustainable MBA: The Manager’s Guide to Green Business
February 9, 2010 by Editor
Filed under Marketing & Communications, Operations & Management, Strategy & Leadership
Author: Giselle Weybrecht
ISBN: 978-0-470-74114-6
Hardcover; 416 pages
Published in November 2009 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Recommended Retail Price: US$34.95 / S$62.01
Available at all major bookstores
Book Review
The Sustainable MBA is for managers and business leaders who wish to learn and apply sustainable practices in their business. The author introduces green trends, explains various aspects of greening businesses, and shares a wide range of concepts, tools and guidelines.
The book is organized like a typical MBA programme with the coverage of core topics such as:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship
- Ethics and corporate governance
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations
- Organizational behaviour
- Strategy
This is a comprehensive book that would give you a good overview of sustainability practices and tips on how to green your business.
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Sustainability Seminar – How Companies Can Gain From Sustainable Development
| August 21, 2009 | ||
| 1:30 pm | to | 6:00 pm |
Venue: Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Seminar Room 2, 21 level Keppel Towers, 10 Hoe Chiang Road, Singapore 089315
SBF is organising a seminar on how companies can gain from sustainable development. There will be a launch of the EcoWorld 2010 and Outstanding Sustainability Award, and also a showcase of sustainable development solutions by companies. Read more
Good to Green: Managing Business Risks and Opportunities in the Age of Environmental Awareness
July 13, 2009 by Editor
Filed under Strategy & Leadership
Author: John-David Phyper and Paul MacLean
ISBN: 978-0-470-15942-2
Hardcover: 464 pages
Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Recommended Retail Price: SGD 52.38 (including GST)
Available at all major bookstores
Book Review
Good to Green provides an in-depth analysis and guide for companies that wish to change and become a sustainable company. The authors provide comprehensive knowledge, trends and cases studies on sustainability based on their years of experience, and they managed to cover the various topics hot on the green agenda.
Some topics covered include:
In developing a green strategic plan, the authors emphasized the need for leadership and ongoing planning. The senior management must believe in fundamental change in how the company conducts business, and monitor the results of the strategic plan continuously. A green plan is not a one-time event nor is it about “cosmetic environmentalism”.
The company’s environmental management system should also be embedded into the general management systems and business software solutions, and not become isolated from other aspects of the business.
On eco design, companies should adopt a motto of “zero waste” to reduce costs and improve the environment. Companies also need to avoid toxic chemicals and manage the supply chain to reduce environmental risks.
For green marketing, the authors recommend that the product should be aligned with company values, and the focus should be making green normal. Companies should communicate their values through real action and not just talk about it.
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Green Business Times Interview – HydroBall Technics (SEA) Pte Ltd
March 13, 2009 by Editor
Filed under Design & Innovation, Energy & Climate
Energy conservation and energy efficiency are important and urgent aspects of mitigating climate change. There are many different types of energy saving products in the market, one of which is the Hydroball system developed in Singapore.
To learn more about this innovative product and its development, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Peter Soh, CEO of HydroBall Technics (SEA) Pte Ltd.
About HydroBall Technics
Incorporated in January 2003, HydroBall Technics (SEA) Pte Ltd has since developed, manufactured and patented the HydroBall automatic tube cleaning system in many countries all over the world. The HydroBall system is a cost-effective solution that eliminates equipment downtime and optimises energy consumption of equipment by automatically keeping heat exchanger tubes perpetually free from scaling and fouling.
HydroBall Technics is engaged in the generation of intellectual property relevant to energy conservation in the area of air-conditioning systems. HydroBall Technics aims to deliver practical conservation solutions with a strong, measurable impact on energy cost management. Spearheading this effort is the Company’s proprietary HydroBall automatic cleaning technology, which the Company aims to make available for commercial distribution in all parts of the world. Read more
Green Business Times Interview – Phoenix Solar Pte Ltd
November 21, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Energy & Climate, Features
There has been great interest in solar energy in Singapore over the past few years. To understand more about solar energy technologies, issues and trends, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Christophe Inglin, Managing Director of Phoenix Solar Pte Ltd.
About Phoenix Solar Pte Ltd
Phoenix Solar Pte Ltd (Phoenix Solar) is the Singapore subsidiary of Germany-based Phoenix Solar AG. The company designs, engineers and installs solar photovoltaic power systems for grid-connected and off-grid applications. Since it started operations here in early 2007, Phoenix Solar has secured contracts for over 400kWp of PV systems in Singapore, Malaysia and China. Read more
Green Business Times Interview – Brother International Singapore Pte Ltd
October 27, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Features, Operations & Management
Green Business Times is conducting interviews with business leaders, companies and organisations, who would share their views on going green and achieving environmental sustainability. This week, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Takeo Shimazu, Managing Director of Brother International Singapore Pte Ltd.
About Brother International Singapore Pte Ltd
Brother is a leader in the development and manufacturing of technologies in the printing, communication and digital imaging industries for homes, SOHOs and enterprises who demand solutions that empower businesses and individuals to communicate ideas in every possible way. A trusted brand worldwide that believes in the “Customer First” approach in all aspects of their business, Brother has continuously met the varied needs of their customers through their comprehensive range of quality printing solutions. Brother’s regional South East Asia headquarters, with fully integrated sales, marketing and services capabilities is located in Singapore. Across the region, Brother has subsidiaries in Thailand, Philippines and Malaysia, as well as liaison offices in Indonesia and Vietnam. Read more
Green Business Times Interview – Hewlett-Packard Asia Pacific
October 13, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Energy & Climate, Features, Strategy & Leadership
There has been growing interest in Green IT and the greening of the IT industry over the past few years. To understand more about Green IT, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Simon Hum, Program Director, Adaptive Infrastructure, Technology Solutions Group for HP Asia Pacific and Japan.
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About Hewlett-Packard Asia Pacific
HP, the world’s largest technology company that operates in more than 170 countries around the world provides printing and personal computing products and IT services, software and solutions that simplify the technology experience for consumers and businesses. We explore how technology and services can help people and companies address their problems and challenges, and realize their possibilities, aspirations and dreams. We apply new thinking and ideas to create more simple, valuable and trusted experiences with technology, continuously improving the way our customers live and work. Read more
Green Business Times Interview – Lenovo
September 29, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Design & Innovation, Energy & Climate, Features
Green Business Times is conducting interviews with business leaders, companies and organisations, who would share their views on going green and achieving environmental sustainability. This week, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Ronnie Lee, Country General Manager, Lenovo Singapore.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is dedicated to building exceptionally engineered personal computers. Lenovo’s business model is built on innovation, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction as well as a focus on investment in emerging markets. Formed by Lenovo Group’s acquisition of the former IBM Personal Computing Division, the company develops, manufactures and markets reliable, high-quality, secure and easy-to-use technology products and services worldwide. Lenovo has major research centers in Yamato, Japan; Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, China; and Raleigh, North Carolina. For more information see www.lenovo.com. Read more
Green Business Times Interview – Conergy Renewable Energy Singapore
September 1, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Energy & Climate, Features
There has been tremendous growth and interest in clean energy in Asia and Singapore over the past few years. To understand more about clean energy issues and trends, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr Stefan Mueller, Managing Director, Asia-Pacific of Conergy Renewable Energy Singapore.
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About Conergy Renewable Energy Singapore
Conergy Renewable Energy Singapore has been established since 2006 and operates as Regional Headquarters for Hamburg-based Conergy AG. In the Asia-Pacific, Conergy offers a broad range of renewable energy solutions, serving customers from its satellite operations in Australia, China, India, Korea, Singapore and Thailand. Our office in Singapore serves as regional headquarters for the Asia-Pacific and the Middle East; and with a sales, engineering and operational unit for all other countries. Read more
Stirring It Up: How to Make Money and Save the World
August 19, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Strategy & Leadership
Gary Hirshberg is the CE-Yo of Stonyfield Farm, which is the largest organic yogurt manufacturer in the world. In his book, he describes how his company incorporates environmental principals and embraces sustainability, while making money at the same time.
He also shares similar environmental efforts by other companies such as Whole Foods, Timberland, Wal-Mart, Patagonia, Seventh Generation, Honest Tea and Terracycle.
It is possible to go green, save money and increase profits. Learn more about the book and read reviews from the AsiaIsGreen Bookstore.
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