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"Start a Green Business" Series: Clothing Consignment Shop
by Scott Cooney
"Start a Green Business" Series: Clothing Consignment Shop Consignment shops are inherently a green business because they give used clothing, accessories, musical instruments, sporting goods, etc, a second life. For those with the right resources and a knack for knowing which products will sell, a consignment shop could be a wonderful business opportunity. . . . keep reading
"Start a Green Business" Series: Green Bed and Breakfast
by Scott Cooney
"Start a Green Business" Series: Green Bed and Breakfast Green bed and breakfasts are becoming more and more popular, adding an environmentally conscious twist to the quaint, quiet and natural charm of a traditional B&B. Interest in eco-friendly travel destinations is on the rise, and a green bed and breakfast can provide a comfortable and guilt-free stop for conscientious travelers. . . . keep reading
"Start a Green Business" Series: Farmers' Market
"Start a Green Business" Series: Farmers' Market The number of farmers' markets around the world has exploded in recent years, indicating a tremendous demand for the regular events that create community, support local food and local farmers, drive growth in organics, and bring health and wellness advocates together. . . . keep reading
Edith Wanted To Start an Organic Fertilizer Business
Edith Wanted To Start an Organic Fertilizer Business




Finding a source of product was no problem... . . .
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Recovery Fund Contracts, Jobs, and Grants
by GreenBusinessOwner.com
Recovery Fund Contracts, Jobs, and Grants The United States Government has launched a greatly improved online resource for recovery funds, jobs, grants, and contracts. Now it is much easier to see how you fit into the picture and to track where the money is headed . . . keep reading
Become A Home Energy Rater
Dave Arthur
Become A Home Energy Rater As home heating and cooling costs rise with the price of energy, many homeowners are seeking ways to increase the energy efficiency of their houses. Most people do not have the knowledge, tools, or experience to determine what should be done to a home to make it more efficient. Here is a green business with good profit potential and there are new electronic tools that make completing a thorough home energy rating faster and easier. This updated article provides more information on certification and valuable resources . . . keep reading
Accredited Green Business MBA Program Offered Online
GreenBusinessOwner
Accredited Green Business MBA Program Offered Online Fully accredited and well-respected Marylhurst College of Oregon offers a ground-breaking Sustainable Business MBA program through distance delivery. This somewhat groundbreaking program may offer the opportunity for working adults to attain a valuable MBA from a fully accredited university. . . . keep reading
No More Bickering, No More Stonewalling: The Time For Real Environmental Change Is Now
No More Bickering, No More Stonewalling: The Time For Real Environmental Change Is Now The time for token changes designed to look good in a press release is over. The time for partisan bickering and right-wing vs. left-wing jab throwing is past. Like it or not, we no longer have the luxury of inaction. This video is entertaining but the message puts the real issues in perspective. . . . keep reading
Get A Green Job
Get A Green Job With all the talk of green jobs aplenty just around the corner, there are a lot of questions about exactly how to launch a green career, what skills will be needed, where the jobs will be, and how best to prepare for green careers. If you are looking for a new job in the green economy, here is a resource that puts some of the nation's top green career experts in your corner . . . keep reading
Cradle to Cradle Author William McDonough Speaks About Your Green Future
Cradle to Cradle Author William McDonough Speaks About Your Green Future In this video presentation, author and visionary William McDonough speaks about our shared sustainable future, sustainable business practices, opportunity, making this world a far better place, and profiting in the process. . . . keep reading
Start A Green Cleaning Business
Start A Green Cleaning Business Green cleaning is an opportunity that has gained a lot of interest recently. The combination of low barriers to entry and a growing level of interest among consumers and potential business clients make this an opportunity worth serious consideration. Here are the factors to consider when building and growing your green or environmentally sensitive cleaning service . . . keep reading
Excellent Green Business Books
Dave Arthur
Excellent Green Business Books We have come to expect little from business books of late. Bookstore shelves are crowded with titles that are little more than lists of websites or rehashings of basic business topics. Thankfully when it comes to green business, the pool of marginal work has not gotten so deep and there are two recent releases that are definitely worth reading, Build a Green Small Business: Profitable Ways to Become an Ecopreneur by Scott Cooney, and 75 Green Businesses You Can Start To Make Money and Make a Difference by Glenn Croston . . . keep reading
Green Business Practices in the Beauty Industry - Beautifying Both People and the Environment
Kent Campbell
Green Business Practices in the Beauty Industry - Beautifying Both People and the Environment The beauty industry, including organic skin care and cosmetic companies, are joining the automotive and manufacturing industries in focusing on reducing environmental impact. Companies in the beauty industry who have "gone green" no longer use harsh, unnatural chemicals or resources that are unsustainable in their product lines . . . keep reading
The Greening of Personal Care: Eco-estheticians Lead the Way
The Greening of Personal Care: Eco-estheticians Lead the Way Natural skin care has come full circle--and is here to stay. With natural and organic skincare products leading the way as the country's fastest growing cosmetics and toiletry market, it's "only natural" that estheticians are also plugging into this booming interest in eco-cosmetics . . . keep reading
Increase Your Opportunities With Solar Certification
Increase Your Opportunities With Solar Certification As interest in small-scale renewable energy grows, so does the need for trained solar installation and system design professionals. Solar energy services is an opportunity ripe for the right entrepreneurs in some areas. If this is the green business opportunity for you, you'll need training. Boots On The Roof is a source of solar training and certifications . . . keep reading
Make YouTube Profitable For Your Green Small Business ... For Pennies
by GreenBusinessOwner.com
Make YouTube Profitable For Your Green Small Business ... For Pennies While uploading a blatant commercial for your product or company is frowned upon by both web video hosts and viewers, there are more subtle and effective methods of conveying your company's message using viral web video. . . . keep reading
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