The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) has launched a comprehensive report, “The Business Case for Safer Alternatives to Fertilizers and Pesticides,” highlighting the urgent need to transition away from chemical-intensive farming practices.
American Sustainable Business Network Supports Biden-Harris Administration’s Action to Cut ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Federal Buildings
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) applauds the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for their recent announcement to phase out PFAS “forever chemicals” in more than 1,500 U.S. government-owned buildings.
Sustainable Business Leaders Welcome SEC Climate Disclosures Rule
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), representing thousands of business owners and investors, celebrates the finalization of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate Disclosures Rule, The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors (Read more). Recognizing climate change as one of the most serious risks to the economy, ASBN applauds the SEC’s acknowledgment that climate risk is material to investors.
Sustainable Business Leaders Celebrate Latest Accomplishment for Clean Air Standards with EPA Finalization of Light-Duty Vehicle Rule
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) celebrates the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) finalization of new light-duty vehicle tailpipe pollution standards, marking another major milestone in the effort to cut air and climate pollution. These new clean car standards are critical in reducing emissions from the transportation sector, which accounts for 29% of U.S. climate pollution (Source).
Sustainable Business Leaders Celebrate EPA’s New Air Quality Standards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its final rule updating the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter, tightening the standard for soot pollution from 12 to 9 micrograms per cubic meter. This decision will improve air quality and public health, particularly in communities overburdened by pollution from power plants.
Business Leaders Applaud Pause on Dangerous Liquefied Natural Gas Projects
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), representing thousands of business owners and investors, applauds the Biden-Harris administration’s decision to pause new Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export projects. The administration cited concerns over greenhouse gas emissions and the health risks posed to frontline communities by LNG export facilities.
Business Leaders Applaud New EPA Methane Emissions Standards
Business leaders across the U.S. are celebrating the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for adopting stronger rules to reduce methane emissions. These new regulations strengthen leak detection and repair standards, expand inspections of closed wells, and establish third-party monitoring programs for super emitters.
168 American Businesses Urge EPA to Move Forward on Carbon Cutting Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received strong support from over 150 businesses convened by the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) in favor of a proposed rule to cut carbon emissions from the energy sector. Signatories include ECOS, MegaFood, Avocado Green Brands, New Leaf Paper, and organizations like Natural Investments LLC and the US Hemp Building Association.
ASBN President, David Levine was recently featured on the “Engineering Equity for All” podcast, a production of the National Supplier Diversity Institute.
David Levine, Co-founder and President of the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), was recently featured on the “Engineering Equity for All” podcast, a production of the National Supplier Diversity Institute.
ASBN denounces the Supreme Court’s decision on Sackett vs EPA
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), alongside Businesses for Conservation and Climate Action (BCCA), strongly denounces the Supreme Court’s ruling on Sackett vs. EPA, which significantly narrows the scope of the Clean Water Act and removes federal protections for wetlands and streams. This decision threatens public health, local economies, and environmental sustainability.
