...Proximity Hotel is a LEED Platinum "green hotel" and the building's design and construction followed guidelines of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, LEED gives building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings’ performance. LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in six key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, indoor environmental quality, and innovation in design. To earn LEED certification, a building project must meet certain prerequisites and performance benchmarks ("credits") within each category. This comprehensive approach is the reason LEED-certified buildings have reduced operating costs, healthier and more productive occupants, and conserve our natural resources Here is a sampling of the sustainable practices at Proximity Hotel: * The building uses 39.2% less energy than a conventional hotel/restaurant by using ultra efficient materials and the latest construction technology. * The sun’s energy heats hot water with 100 solar panels covering the 4,000 square feet of rooftop (enough hot water for a hundred homes). * 700 linear feet of stream was restored...
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...Why Go Green in the Hospitality Field Shelby Little RES/351 October 12, 2015 John Gilpin Why Go Green in the Hospitality Field I was recently put in charge of guaranteeing that the hotel I work for is classified as a green hotel. Several changes were put in place that helped to bring this into play. This paper is designed to explain what “Going Green” is and why it is so important. Environmentalism has become a great concern to businesses; this is being influenced by the recent jump in energy prices. Several different environmental and scientific agencies have supplied data to prove this point. The Hotel industry is no different. It has been shown that the industry would benefit immensely from the recent campaign for all businesses to "Go Green." Unfortunately, management in the Hospitality has resisted the changes. However, recently the Hospitality industry is catching up to other industries and is converting their operations to greener strategies. Hotels demand meticulous standards and are trying to keep up with guests’ concerns and demand on a cleanliness level. Because of these standards, cleaning and waste products, and how they are disposed of have become a main issue. Energy efficiency in the hotel industry can tend to be difficult due to safety concerns that the management must be attentive to. These issues include being able to keep the common areas and lobbies well-lit at all times. In various states, it may also include cooling and heating issues. The...
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...Go Green Marijuana is a harmful plant; at least, that’s what we are told, right? That this is a horrible substance that is never to be found in society, but what if it is not as harmful as other substances used my millions daily without question? Many people conclude that marijuana is harmful in many ways, including brain damage, damage to the reproductive system, and weakening of the immune system. People against marijuana attempt to convince others that marijuana is a "gateway drug" that leads the users to venture into much harder drugs. I believe that research to support anything can be found if one is looking hard enough, but that the fallacy of this conclusion is due to research seeking facts to support an already-assumed conclusion. Marijuana has been part of human society since the beginning of civilization. Indian priests wrote about its use in religious ceremonies, and Chinese emperors wrote about its medicinal use (UXL). However, since the beginning of the 20th century, most countries have enacted laws against the cultivation, possession or transfer of cannabis. These laws have impacted adversely on the cannabis plant's cultivation for non-recreational purposes, but there are many regions where, under certain circumstances, handling of cannabis is legal or licensed. Many jurisdictions have lessened the penalties for possession of small quantities of cannabis, so that it is punished by confiscation and sometimes a fine, rather than imprisonment, focusing more on...
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...Go Green With a rare opportunity, we can listen to the Guest Talk by Dr. Yu Yuen Ping William. He is the CEO of the World Green Organization, which is difference from other organization. They is not only focus on environmental, but also people’s live hood and economic. And determined to establish a sustainability environment to push and solve social problem. After introduce their think tank, a novel topic is show on our eyes. Energy Poverty. Energy Poverty is meaning the family use 10% of their income to pay the utilities, which is a high expense. Beside economic aspect, there are two other aspect we should consider, they are social and environmental. For social aspect, poor people are easier to pay more utilities expense. They maybe turn on the air-conditioning for a long time because they have no window in the house. And they need use the natural gas, and natural gas is a high expense resource for them, so that is also relate to the economic aspect. For the environmental aspect, the poor people are lack of money to buy the energy-saving products to decrease the utilities expense. They will use rice cooker to boil water, they don’t know to use fan and air-conditioning alternately to save energy. So these three aspect are relate to each other, and we should use the social worker to teach people how to use electrical in a right way to reach the purpose of social aspect. And should find some company to invest the fund in economic way to subsidize people. And for the environmental...
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...How to go green Carlos Grande Warc Best Practice October 2008 Title: Author(s): Source: Issue: How to go green Carlos Grande Warc Best Practice October 2008 How to go green Carlos Grande Green marketing is a challenge that brands are finding increasingly hard to ignore. As awareness of climate change has risen, many marketers want to show a heightened commitment to reducing their environmental impact and offer consumers greener alternatives. Yet there is conflicting evidence about consumers' loyalty to green products and ill-advised campaigns can be accused of 'greenwash' (over-claiming the environmental benefits of a product, service or company policy to put the brand in a better light). Despite the risks, there are some essential elements to creating and maintaining an authentic green marketing strategy. This guide summarises these and provides information on more detailed related articles available on WARC Online. While these elements are not a quick fix, they provide a checklist for brands. Crucially, many key components of a green marketing strategy need to be in place before using these in external communications campaigns. What is green marketing? Green marketing is the promotion of goods, services and policies that claim to mitigate the environmental damage caused by human behaviour or, more rarely, produce an actual environmental benefit. Historically, green marketing formed part of corporate social responsibility agendas. In recent...
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...Should Ford Go Green ? Junwoo Lee - Shirley Jagle- Yaelle Saporta - Arjan Van Berlo- Tomas Duijvestijn - Michiel Van Dongen I. Who are we ? 1. Background 2. Product line 3. Organizational Structure 4. Figures 5. Mission, Vision and Values II. Macroenvironement dynamics 1. Macro-environment - Influences PESTEL 2. Industry Sectoral Dynamics - Industry characteristics - Description of the recent sectoral dynamics - Positioning in the sector - Porter 5 forces analysis - Analysis of the competitive position III. Strategic Capacity Analysis 1. Goals and Targets 2. Analysis of possible Alternative IV. Presentation of Alternatives 1. Strategic Business Units = GO GREEN 2. Directions and development methods V. Assessment of Alternatives 1. Cost / Benefit Analysis - Alternatives 2. Implementation Timeline 3. Expected Results VI. References I. Who Are We ? 1. Background Henry Ford founded the Ford Company in 1903. Despite a difficult start, he created 19 new models in the first five years. The company already had an international aspect even then since the rubber is imported from Belgium Congo. Success finally came with the Ford T in 1908, so much that any advertisement was unnecessary. To produce this model, H. Ford instituted the practice of large scale manufacturing of car and management of industrial Work forces. Such method was named after him, Fordism, in 1914. Nowadays...
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...Eight Ways To Go Green Some people only get involved in the environment on Earth Day. You can make Earth Day every day by just making a few changes in your daily routine. Not only will you be helping the environment, but you will probably save money in the long run and live a much healthier life. Here are eight ways that you can go green. 1.) Re-Route Your Commute Walking or biking is ideal to get to your job or go to school. Not only is this healthy for the environment, but for you too. If you have to drive, then try to get a group of friends together to cut down on everyone driving separately. Even if you don't want to admit to trying to help the Earth, you have to agree that traveling in a group is WAY more fun than alone. Not only that, but you can cut down on the cost of gas if everyone chips in. 2.) Recycle Smart From electronics to clothing, one person's trash is another person's treasure. Everything can be recycled and should be. If your neighborhood does not do recycling, then petition your county and local governments to get it started. Your school should also recycle and if they don't, talk to the school board. Just one person can make a difference and the result is astounding. 3.) Save Energy Use as much natural light as possible. If you use indoor lights, than only use what is necessary. If you are stepping out of a room for more than 15 minutes, turn off the lights. Refrigerators eat up the most electricity in the household, so maximize efficiency...
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...Grade Received - "A" Address the following: Pick an existing consumer product. Pitch an idea to the product’s manufacturer to position it as Green. Sell the concept as if you are the marketing executive for the Green company looking to win the account. Identify your competition, and discuss how your new and improved product is poised to compete (3 paragraphs total for the post). In this discussion I will attempt to pick an existing consumer product and pitch an idea to product manufacturers to position it as Green by selling the concept as if I were the marketing executive for the Green Company looking to win the account. I will do so by identifying their competition and discuss how my new and improved product is poised to compete. I had a talk with a good friend of mine about two weeks ago about what some companies can do in order to go green. I will give some insight on what it was we conversation about in relation to this discussion. The type of consumer product that I chose is not necessarily the product, but what is used in order for consumers to enjoy their product. What I am talking about our aluminum cans. All of the major soft drink and alcohol industries use them in order for their consumers to enjoy their liquid refreshments. Not all people recycle and because of that there is a better way for these companies to reduce the amount of metal that are not recycled for these cans. Because I am hungry, I cannot just settle on trying to win one account but as...
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...People have often said “Live about the influence” and “Drugs are bad for you”, for years. However, the debate to legalize marijuana in the United States is brought up constantly. Marijuana is known through media sources such as, in television, music, and movies. We are in today’s society where this drug is a debatable issue. I believe people who oppose having marijuana legalized haven’t viewed the debate and are judging invalid accusations. Marijuana can have an impact on America for many positive reasons. The reasons why I believe weed can benefit the public are for medication, crime, and economy matters. Throughout the years, marijuana has become less prohibited and has gotten more respect to the society. I personally believe America can adjust to the legalization of marijuana with appropriate handling. First of all, marijuana is a natural plant that can be useful in many medical ways. Not many people realize it can be used as medicine. They often think of it as a way of feeling high. Some people think cannabis causes lung problems, metal disorders, and destroys overall health. But in fact, medical marijuana is used for cancer patients to help them with dealing with symptoms. Truly speaking, it doesn’t cause any harm. For example, cannabis along with cigarettes, is used as a way to meditate and relief stress. However, cigarettes can lead to lung cancer, maybe a missing finger, or even worse death. As opposed to marijuana, consistently smoking this herb doesn’t lead to death...
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...[pic] EASY TO BE GREEN, INC. TO: All EBG Employees FROM: Nakeyema Roberson, Human Resource Director DATE: November 2, 2015 SUBJECT: REVISED EMPLOYEE EDUCATION POLICY Here at Easy to be Green (EBG), we value our customers. Because we value our customers, we want each employee to be able to discuss with them the scientific concepts behind our company’s products and services. In the Employee Handbook, our newly revised employee education policy states that effectively all employees are to be given a thorough orientation and ongoing training in these concepts. On page 35, Section I of the new employee education policy states how this new policy is put into place. Section I Employee Education Policy Effectively all employees are to be given a thorough orientation and ongoing training. Due to raid growth, we want our employee to be very knowledgeable in continuing developments. In order for this to be successful, our training committee has found that it is necessary that employees take basic intermediate and advanced courses in reading, writing, and math. How Are the Training Courses Offered? Beginning May 2, 2015, EBG will offer basic intermediate, and advanced courses in reading, writing, and math. These courses will be offered to all EBG employees. Managers will be evaluating employees and may recommend that employees take one or more of these courses. You also have the option to take a course or courses without a manager’s recommendation. Courses will be offered...
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...Jade Macias English 1 09/16/13 Enjoying and having fun in life is important for the soul to be happy. There’s craziness everywhere you visit, but when you put yourself into a show where you need to have an open mind, to understand, fun and get the full experience, you must go in with an open mind. My first metal show took place on a cool breeze evening traffic on the sunset strip was like any other day. I found myself and others in the car rushing to get to the venue. The sun was setting in the horizon, and the evening was getting fill with excitement. The summer breeze became still and the sky was a pale blue, lots of cars where passing through the sunset boulevard. I had gone to the liquor store nearby to purchase a small bottle of whiskey, to ease the nerves a little. We had stop by one of the buildings to sit down and talk and drink. When I got to the line to wait to enter the whisky a-go-go, as the band was passing by, they videotape us so that we could be on their media network. Alex introduced me to his friends and was told by him that we all stay within the group and look after one another. My attire consisted of high top tennis shoes, band shirts, and skinny black jeans, lose curly hair, the longer the better. Everyone is either wearing the same attire; some have leather jackets, boots, or flannels shirts wrap around the waist. I personally felt self-conscious of how I looked and if I was going to be accepted by the crowd. All you have to do is know the history...
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...variants[edit] The difficulty in defining the rules of Go has led to the creation of many subtly different rulesets. They vary in areas like scoring method, ko, suicide, handicap placement, and how neutral points are dealt with at the end. These differences are usually small enough to maintain the character and strategy of the game, and are typically not considered variants. Different rulesets are explained in Rules of Go. In some of the examples below, the effects of rule differences on actual play are minor, but the tactical consequences are substantial. Tibetan Go[edit] The starting position for Tibetan Go Tibetan Go is played on a 17×17 board, and starts with six stones (called Bo) from each color placed on the third line as shown. White makes the first move.[1] There is a unique ko rule: a stone may not be played at an intersection where the opponent has just removed a stone. This ko rule is so different from other major rulesets that it alone significantly changes the character of the game. For instance, snapbacks must be delayed by at least one move, allowing an opponent the chance to create life. Finally, a player who occupies or surrounds all four corner points (the 1-1 points) receives a bonus of 40 points, and if he controls the center point also, he receives a further bonus of 10 points. Sunjang Baduk[edit] Main article: Sunjang baduk The starting position for Sunjang Baduk Sunjang baduk is a different form of Go (baduk) that evolved in Korea. It has been played...
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...Baird, Joni. "Reproductive Rights Go Green." Humanist, vol. 69, no. 5, Sep/Oct2009, pp. 18-22. EBSCOhost, chaos.endicott.edu/cgi-bin/genauth/ecidbauth.cgi?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.proxy18.noblenet.org/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=ip&db=afh&AN=44234691&site=ehost-live&scope=site. The article "Reproductive Rights Go Green" by Joni Baird, discusses the urgency of birth control in the face of global warming, which it implies is partly a result of expanding population. Currently, there was 6.8 billion people inhabiting the earth, and that number is expected to grow to 9.1 billion by 2050. Environmentalists are coming to the conclusion that implementation of green technologies is not going to help slow the fast overpopulation of the world....
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...FAIRNESS IS GOOD MANAGEMENT Fairness is just good management. We already know that if you want to be a good manager you have to be fair to all. But what does that mean? And how can you be fair more often to more people? What Does Fairness Mean? It is part of the quirkiness of the English language that fair means according to the relative merits of each or consistent with rules and logic. However, it also means moderately good or satisfactory. So a fair manager can mean either one who treats others fairly or one who is only moderately good as a manager. Our goal is the first meaning. Why Is Fairness Good Management? When asked, a group of almost 2200 people reported fairness as the most important trait of a boss for who whom they would want to work. When you treat your employees fairly they spend less time worrying about who else is getting an unfair share. They don't spend a lot of time looking for ways to increase their own share. They spend less time looking for another job. And they spend more time working for you and getting more done. When you treat others fairly two things happen. Your own employees notice and respect you for it. It reinforces their belief that you are treating them fairly and will continue to do so. Second, the other people who you treat fairly will respond in kind. You will get better cooperation from them. That makes your job and the job of your employees easier too. How To Be A Fair Manager A good manager is one who treats everyone fairly...
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...Analyze the motivational factors that promote cheating in NASCAR I believe that the largest motivational factor of any NASCAR team owner, crew member, or driver is that of winning. Each team represents not only a number on the side of a car but the entire organization, the sponsors, the driver, the crew chief, their crew and their families. NASCAR is big into the family values and your team is your family; you never let your family down. To win a race at any track is to bring honor to your team, revenue to your sponsors, and notoriety to your name. To win for oneself may not be enough motivation to cause a driver to cheat; however, most often times the driver is not the one that sets up the car, which is the crew and crew chief’s duty. Drivers can aide in the facilitation of cheating by requesting that their car be tweaked to their liking, how this is done however is the crew’s job. To win for a cause or for a team gives more pressure to win because there are other people counting on your success. Other motivational factors that promote cheating within NASCAR are that everyone knows everyone cheats. Each and every team in the NASCAR garage has tried and tested the very vague rules of the governing body, sometimes they get caught and others they don’t. To the teams it is worth a chance to try and get away with a tweak that may not be entirely within the rule book and get that little bit of an edge than to finish last on race day. The more lenient the attitude is towards...
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