Democracy thrives and is defined by the consent and participation of its people. What we’re witnessing across the country—from LA to communities nationwide—reveals the consequences when democratic institutions fail to represent the will of the people they serve. As business leaders committed to sustainable practices, we understand that healthy democratic institutions are essential for long-term economic prosperity.
American Sustainable Business Network Condemns Repeal of EPA Pollution Reduction Rules
The proposed repeal of the 2024 power plant air pollution reduction standards by the Administration, as announced today by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, evokes profound disappointment and grave concerns for our nation’s environmental health, public health, and the future of American energy reliability. This repeal ignores the economic costs of climate risk, and threatens businesses’ ability to participate in a transparent and reliable energy sector.
American Sustainable Business Network Voices Disappointment Over Reckless Cuts to Clean Energy, Worker Protections, and Climate Investments in House Budget
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is profoundly disappointed by the House of Representatives’ recent passage of H.R. 1—labeled the “One Big Beautiful Bill”. This legislation represents a sweeping and deeply misguided rollback of policies that have been foundational to the clean energy transition, worker protections, and broader efforts to build a just and regenerative economy.
Business Leaders Call on EPA to Uphold Clean Water Protections Critical to Economic Resilience
As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers further rollbacks to the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS), the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is leading the charge to defend the Clean Water Act—an essential safeguard for both environmental and economic well-being.
ASBC Joins Broad Coalition Urging Court to Protect DEIA Programs and Free Speech
The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), the membership and advocacy affiliate of the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), is proud to stand alongside a diverse coalition of states, businesses, civil rights advocates, and scientific organizations in defending diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs from unlawful political attacks. As outlined in a recent filing to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, ASBC and 12 of its business members joined other private employers in submitting an amicus brief supporting the ongoing legal challenge to the administration’s executive orders that seek to suppress DEIA efforts nationwide.
American Sustainable Business Network Sounds Alarm Over Threats to Inflation Reduction Act
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is deeply concerned by the draft legislative proposals currently undergoing markups this afternoon in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Energy and Commerce Committee. These proposals pose a significant threat to the American economy by dismantling the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a bipartisan-supported cornerstone policy for America’s sustainable growth, clean energy transition, and domestic manufacturing renaissance.
Business Leaders Urge EPA to Protect the ENERGY STAR Program
American businesses, especially small and mid-sized enterprises, rely on ENERGY STAR as the public wants to buy more efficient, high-quality products,” said David Levine, Co-Founder and President of ASBN. “We call on the EPA to protect and expand this proven program.
Tariffs Shock Small Business Community; ASBC Joins Senate Democrats to Highlight Harm During National Small Business Week
As National Small Business Week kicks off, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), the advocacy affiliate of the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), is sounding the alarm over the damaging effects of tariff policies under the current administration. ASBC joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and small business owners from across the country yesterday to urge an end to the harmful trade taxes that are squeezing businesses nationwide.
American Sustainable Business Network Applauds the Reintroduction of the Clean Energy Victory Bond Act
The American Sustainable Business Network applauds the reintroduction of the Clean Energy Victory Bond Act, H.R. 2946, in the House of Representatives by Representatives Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) and Doris Matsui (CA-07) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR). This legislation represents an opportunity to showcase our nation’s commitment to fostering clean energy innovation by leveraging investments that support clean energy technologies and job creation.
ASBN is Leading the Way to a Regenerative Economy: Sustainable Businesses Are Driving Systemic Change
New ASBN website, member benefits and equitable pricing model highlight the bold actions and resilient voices of sustainable
