The Small Business Guide to Sustainability Certifications

Business News Daily. July 9, 2018. By Carlyann Edwards: Today, companies face pressure to expand their corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices. How can businesses effectively market their environmental responsibility while avoiding the pitfalls of greenwashing? Sustainability certifications [like LEED and SITEs] are voluntary norms and standards relating to environmental, social, ethical and food safety issues.

3 Ways To Increase Your Home Value In The First Year

Forbes. June 29, 2018. By Julia DeWitt: A 2018 Homeowner Protection Survey by Chubb, which queried more than 1,200 U.S. homeowners about their approach to property, found that 58% of homeowners will “definitely” or “probably” undergo a home renovation or improvement project over the next 12 months. Here’s why, along with smart ways to increase your home value in the first year.

9 Ideas for an Outdoor Shower Oasis

Realtor.com. June 14, 2019. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Outdoor showers are a hot home feature these days. This back-to-nature oasis is especially smart for those who live on the coast or near a lake, though it’s also handy for rinsing off a naughty dog or muddy tools after gardening.

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