Monthly Archives: March 2012

Educated Cleaners educates consumers

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Frank

When Brian Dubin wants to silence doubters, he drinks some of his cleaning solution in front of them. “I know what’s in it; it’s our own formula,” said Dubin, business developer for Educated Cleaners of Potomac, Md. Dubin’s antics aren’t … Continue reading →

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Cornering the market on green plumbing

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Ned

In calling around recently for a plumber to come do a repair for me, I found that not one of them differentiated themselves as the Green Plumber. Clearly there is an opportunity to stake out a leadership role in this business sector. … Continue reading →

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Moving from lean to sustainability

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Guest

by Karin DeLaitsch Most businesses have grasped what it means to eliminate waste in the organization and incorporate lean thinking to reduce operating costs. However, businesses are all over the map when it comes to

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Washington DC sources rain barrels locally, gives them to residents and businesses

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Frank

The old-fashioned rain barrel has made a comeback for residential and commercial applications. RiverSides, a nonprofit Canadian organization dedicated to creating river-friendly communities, produced 750 rain barrels for the District of Columbia’s RiverSmart Homes program.

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