The environment and global warming are indeed global issues. Other parts of the world, especially Europe, are even more concerned than the US. Representatives of business, governments and academia met in Brussels on April 29, 2008 to exchange information and share investment opportunities especially relating to clean technology.
The meeting concluded that in order to achieve an eco friendly earth that could sustain a growing population with higher living standards we will need major innovations in:
o Technology o Public policies and regulations o Public-private partnerships o Physical infrastructure o Mindsets o Global equity and responsibilities o Financing It seems a major problem with the meeting was a lack of government officials. In order for all of us in businesses – both large and small – to make the best choices and decisions we need to sit at the table with the larger group and have clarity on the policy direction of governments.
It is going to take everyone working together to build an earth that is a good place to live and do business.
Green Thinkers Meet in Brussels - To learn more about this author, visit Dixie Schmatz's Website.
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Dixie Schmatz
(Visit Dixie's Website)
Dixie Schmatz is President and Co-Founder
of Notyak - Gateway to Greener Living
found on the web at
www.notyak.com - You don’t have to be
a yak herder to have a positive impact on
the environment. Notyak believes that each
person and business should take the steps
that make sense for them, moving forward
not backward, and expect others to do the
same. If we all do this, the world will be
a better place. ****** If you are
interested in joining the Notyak Business
Network visit us at www.n
etwork.notyak.com ****** Dixie has a
Ph.D., is very interested in the
environment and has had an Internet
presence for several years. Businesses are
recognizing the importance of “going
green” and as a green business owner and
manager, Dixie’s insights can help your
business understand the issues,
participate in the movement and take
advantage of new marketing opportunities.
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