American consumers lead the world in environmental scepticism

NEW YORK, USA: Consumers globally exhibit different attitudes and behaviours on green living in five distinct population segments and research shows that the United States is one of the more environmentally cynical nations in the world. 28 Sep 2010 07:45

Green energy awards call for 2011 entries

The Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy is open for entries from local sustainable energy programmes from Africa, Asia and Latin America. Entry is free, and six international winners will receive £20,000 (Ksh2.5 million) each in prize money for programme development, with one winner receiving a gold award of £40,000 (Ksh5 million). The awards will be presented at a ceremony in London in June 2011. 20 Sep 2010 07:48

PwC annual results 2010 reflect strong growth in sustainability practice

LONDON, UK: Following the annual results announced this week by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), the firm's sustainability and climate change practice said climate change has been repositioned in businesses' mind in the recovery, leading to strong growth for the team. 9 Sep 2010 11:55

FEPE feedback

BEIRUT, LEBANON: 170 delegates from 29 countries, who operate in the out of home (OOH) space, converged in Lebanon for the 51st FEPE Conference, which has been described as the most successful to date. Delegates were able to hear the insights of the industry's most knowledgeable thought leaders from around the world. The conference identified and shared information on future trends, and also discussed new ways to becoming a more engaging as a medium. 27 Jul 2010 12:42

Nedbank achieves carbon neutrality goal

Following Nedbank's announcement in September 2009 of its commitment to work towards carbon neutrality, it announced on 13 July 2010 that it has achieved this goal. 15 Jul 2010 09:19

Green leadership: what consumers expect from media

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] In an industry prone to sensationalism, hearsay journalism, reporting keener on settling scores than informing, pathetic wages, mass exodus of skills and lack of ongoing training, environmental reporting in Africa is almost non-existent. Some believe African media's indifference towards green issues constitutes an affront to impoverished populations that pin their hopes on newsrooms to hold profit-obsessed businesses to account for hurting the planet. 8 Jul 2010 12:01

[Flux Trends] Let's strive for eco-justice, says green bishop

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] [Flux Trends] Most people are not aware of the alarming state and the critical position the planet earth is in right now, SAB Environmentalist of the Year Bishop Geoff Davies said today, Thursday, 25 February 2010, adding that people are failing in their responsibility to protect the earth. 25 Feb 2010 13:05

EABL to launch CSI program

[Carole Kimutai] East Africa Breweries (EABL), through its corporate social investment division - EABL Foundation, has confirmed plans to step up environmental promotion and awareness programs in four East African countries. 8 Oct 2009 07:26

Walking billboards keep brands visible, budgets low

[Titus Kaloki] For most companies the most important part of business is getting new clientele and accounts. It is for this reason that many spend millions in advertising and marketing. However, newer ways of lowering costs and creating brand awareness have sprung up. 7 May 2009 10:40