July 26, 2010
SEATTLE, WA, — Just over a year since Alaska Airlines began tests of a new emissions-reducing technology, the airline says it has achieved 35 percent reductions by reconfiguring how its planes descend for landing. Read the full article here.
Being in the top five players in the local same-day delivery business would be enough for some companies; but not for Novex. A reconized leader in innovation and environmental awareness, Novex continues to excel where others merely dabble. In addition to reducing their GHG emissions, Novex buys B.C. business-based carbon offsets through Offsetters so the company can see where its dollars are making a difference at home. Click here to read the full article.
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Vancouver, July 6, 2010 -- Offsetters' President, James Tansey was announced as a Pacific finalist in the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year® 2010 Awards. Entrepreneur Of The Year recognizes high-achieving entrepreneurs in Canada and around the world who drive growth, transform industries and build communities. The Canadian program is in its 17th year of honouring the country’s most impressive entrepreneurs from all areas of business.
The names of the Pacific winners will be announced at a gala banquet in Vancouver on September 28.
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Offsetters and Salt Spring Coffee Company announce Canada’s first carbon neutral brew
Vancouver, BC, June 24, 2010 – Today, a number of environmental, business and political leaders, including Iain Black, Minister of Small Business, Technology and Economic Development, commended Novex Delivery Solutions for its environmental leadership during the launch of the first two 100 per cent electric-powered trucks licensed in Canada. Novex is continuing to green its fleet with the addition of two new zero-emission Smith electric trucks.
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