Whether through innovative business models, more efficient operations or game-changing technologies, the private sector plays a major role in sustainable development. This section covers emerging trends in sustainable business and technology, with varying viewpoints from Sense & Sustainability contributors.

When Efficiency Fails Us (And It Will)

When Efficiency Fails Us (And It Will)

Efficiency measures have widespread support across the business and political spectrum. But can they deliver as promised? [Continue]

When is Patent Law Like Environmental Law?

When is Patent Law Like Environmental Law?

The answer: whenever Monsanto is involved. And now the company is in the Supreme Court. [Continue]

US Coal on the March… In Europe

US Coal on the March… In Europe

Even as US emissions have fallen precipitously, emissions in the EU are on the rise again. Why? [Continue]

Using Blue Light to Save Babies’ Lives

Using Blue Light to Save Babies’ Lives

An innovative company is helping to treat jaundice in the developing world - and providing a model for other social enterprises to follow. [Continue]

Generation Revolution

Generation Revolution

Despite a lack of action in Washington, US emissions have declined precipitously in the past several years. What's driving this, and will it continue? [Continue]

Bees Make Hives, We Make Mobile Phones

Bees Make Hives, We Make Mobile Phones

How mobile telephony in a knowledge-based economy can bring about social and economic impact [Continue]

Obama’s Energy Policy: The Balancing Act

Obama’s Energy Policy: The Balancing Act

Facing economic and political constraints, President Obama has taken a pragmatic and flexible approach to energy policy that attempts to appeal to all segments of energy interests. [Continue]

Romney’s Energy Policy: Promise and Uncertainty

Romney’s Energy Policy: Promise and Uncertainty

Mitt Romney has proposed to devolve energy regulation to the state level. What are the likely ramifications of this? [Continue]

Let’s Paint the Town Green

Let’s Paint the Town Green

Companies all over the world are increasingly touting their environmental credentials. But how many of them are actually following through? [Continue]

Community Sponsored Agriculture: Game Changer or Afterthought?

Community Sponsored Agriculture: Game Changer or Afterthought?

Community Supported Agriculture has the potential to move American agriculture to a more sustainable footing — if it is properly supported. [Continue]

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