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The American Sustainable Business Council Applauds Coal-to-Hydrogen Transition in New Mexico
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) applauds a newly proposed initiative to repurpose a retired coal-fired power plant in New Mexico to use hydrogen as fuel. Upcycling retired power generation facilities such as this project has many benefits.
The American Sustainable Business Council Endorses the Climate Stewardship Act
The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement endorsing the Climate Stewardship Act, which was introduced in Congress by US Senator Cory Booker (D- NJ) and Congresswoman Spanberger (D – VA).
The American Sustainable Business Council Calls for the Creation of a White House Initiative on Inclusive Economic Growth
The White House Initiative on Inclusive Economic Growth is a new, broad-based coalition of nearly 50 organizations focused on stakeholder capitalism, corporate social and environmental responsibility, sustainable finance, community development finance, and capital markets structural reform.
Agriculture runoff is a major problem. The Rodale Institute & American Sustainable Business Council shares one simple way to protect our water.
An article in Green Philly, by ASBC President & Co-founder David Levine and Dr. Andrew Smith of the Rodale Institute, calls for policymakers to expand support for soil health and organic practices in the Delaware Watershed which will be a win-win-win for the farmers, communities, and businesses.
American Sustainable Business Council Applauds President Biden’s American Jobs Plan
Washington, DC – President Joe Biden officially announced today his American Jobs Plan, a massive $2 trillion investment strategy to jumpstart the economy by upgrading our decaying infrastructure while tackling vital aspects of the climate crisis. Through this plan the administration seeks a much needed and overdue transition towards a more equitable and sustainable economic model, while unifying the country to face the challenges ahead.
American Sustainable Business Council Applauds President Biden’s American Jobs Plan
Washington, DC – President Joe Biden officially announced today his American Jobs Plan, a massive $2 trillion investment strategy to jumpstart the economy by upgrading our decaying infrastructure while tackling vital aspects of the climate crisis. Through this plan the administration seeks a much needed and overdue transition towards a more equitable and sustainable economic model, while unifying the country to face the challenges ahead.
Number of banks shrink by 68%, small business loans suffer Policy recommendation: More of the same
Columbia, SC, March 23, 2021—The number of commercial banks has decreased 68% since 1980. Only 4,600 banks exist today because “many smaller sized banks have disappeared during this period, via mergers or failures” according to a report released this month by the Office of Advocacy.
ASBC Endorses the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act as Vital for Stimulating the Economy and Protecting Businesses
Washington, D.C. – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement endorsing the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2021, which was introduced in Congress on Tuesday, March 16 by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The proposed legislation would help close the investment gap in U.S. water infrastructure by significantly increasing annual authorized funding for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund program. The legislation also increases funding for several other important federal water quality programs.
American Sustainable Business Council Applauds Appointment of the first Native American Cabinet Member in U.S. History
Washington, D.C. — The American Sustainable Business Council applauds Secretary Deb Haaland as the first Native American Cabinet member in U.S. history, leading the Interior Department. We are dedicated to co-creating an equitable, sustainable and thriving stakeholder economy for all. Our coalition-focused approach to solving the pervasive and systemic issues of climate and energy, infrastructure, circular economy, and co-creating a high-road economy, are all seen through the collaborative lens of racial equity and justice.
ASBC, BUSINESS LEADERS, AND INVESTORS APPLAUD ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ON ESG INVESTING
WASHINGTON, DC — American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) applauds the announcement that the US Department of Labor will not be enforcing an ERISA-regulated fund final rule which restrained fund managers from considering environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors when considering investments. This is a meaningful first step in eventually rolling back the fund rule, which prevents the use of ESG criteria as a method of material investor consideration.
HOUSE PASSES CRUCIAL VOTING AND POLICE REFORM BILLS
American Sustainable Business Council Appoints Michael Neuwirth Chief Communications Officer
Washington, DC — Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) announced the appointment of Michael Neuwirth as its first-ever Chief Communications Officer. Reporting to ASBC CEO and Co-Founder Jeffrey Hollender, Neuwirth brings more than 25 years of growth-focused business communications to ASBC, the leading business advocate for governance reform and stakeholder capitalism.
Food for Thought: What Contributes to a Pet’s Healthy Diet
Nature’s Logic, an ASBC business member, was featured in Petage.com as a top brand “trusted by consumers and admired by retailers.”
Businesses Declare Victory: FRACKING BANNED in the Delaware River Basin
It is time to celebrate this historic victory and resolve to continue to protect our environment and our communities now and for future generations, as to build an equitable and sustainable economy fueled by renewable energy.
ASBC Congratulates Secretary Vilsack on His Confirmation to Lead the United States Department of Agriculture.
Washington, D.C. — Today the American Sustainable Business Council congratulated Secretary Vilsack on his confirmation to lead the United States Department of Agriculture. ASBC’s Regenerative Agriculture and Justice Working Group brings together business leaders from industries throughout the agricultural value chain, advocacy organizations, and groups representing farmers, workers, and frontline communities to advance policy.
Biden’s Climate Order Won Over the Intended Audience
An article in the Washington Examiner showcased ASBC’s virtual event with Gina McCarthy, Climate Change & Biden’s First 100 Days with Gina McCarthy.
Leading Green Economy Advocate Juan Verde Recognized As A Top Latino In The Global Fight Against Climate Change
ASBC Board member, Juan Verde, was named one of the 100 Latinos Most Committed to Climate Action for the second consecutive year by Sachamama. This renowned environmental nonprofit (NPO) is celebrated for its work on the climate crisis, and it helps drive a clean energy economy, sustainable attitudes, behaviors and lifestyles.
ASBC Welcomes President Joe Biden’s Bold Action at the Start of His Presidency
The Biden-Harris White House has announced sweeping executive and agency action today, on the day of his inauguration; the start of fulfilling campaign commitments and signaling a transformative and inclusive government. Many of these sweeping policy actions are decisions and policies for which American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) has long been fighting. We celebrate with countless businesses, partner organizations and coalitions that helped to achi
An Impressively Broad Coalition Just Did Something Big to Combat Money Laundering
The Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition (ASBC was an integral part of the coalition) wrote a blog praising the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act for effectively ending the abuse of anonymous shell companies.
ASBI Names New Board Leadership and Announces Board Members
Board Appointments Signal Continued Commitment to Justice, Equity and Inclusion
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Sustainable Business Institute (ASBI) has selected a new board chair and announced new board members who will each help support the organization’s mission to educate and inform the public and policy makers about the benefits of a more sustainable economy, and about policies and practices that can foster an American economy that works for all.
New Covid-19 relief includes $285 billion in Paycheck Protection business loans
Washington, D.C. – American Sustainable Business Council applauds Congress’s successful bipartisan effort to mitigate the current economic crisis by passing a new stimulus package. Signed into law at the end of December, it includes the renewal of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) originally created in the CARES ACT of March 2020.Under this new regulation, $285 billion will be allocated for loans to first- and second-time small business borrowers.&n
BUSINESS DEMANDS TRUMP REMOVAL, TRANSPARENCY FOR DONATIONS & RESTORING RULE OF LAW
The ability to conduct business depends on the rule of law and equal justice, which came under attack yesterday when domestic terrorists assaulted and ransacked the U.S. Capitol building and disrupted and threatened members of Congress while executing the business of the American people.
For that reason, the American Sustainable Business Council, representing more than 250,000 businesses believes several critical steps must be taken immediately to restore the rule of law and hold accountable those terrorists and those who encouraged, enabled and/or incited them.
In the January 6, 2020 Events, the American Sustainable Business Council Released the Following Statement from CEO Jeffrey Hollender And President David Levine
“The assault on our nation’s Capitol is sad and horrifying, but unfortunately is the culmination of serious and repeated attacks on our democracy., and too many who now condemn the mob either enabled the lies and lawless behavior or at best averted their eyes. This behavior is not only unacceptable, but those responsible, as well as those who encouraged and incited it, must be held accountable.
ASBC members Seventh Generation, Ben & Jerrys, Patagonia and More Strongly Urge All Members of Congress to Defend Democracy and Certify Election Results
WASHINGTON, DC, January 5, 2021 — On behalf of the 250,000 businesses ASBC represents, we call on all members of Congress to defend our democracy and certify November’s election results when they meet Wednesday, January 6. ASBC endorses the bipartisan effort from across the country supporting a swift and transparent transfer of power to the Biden-Harris administration, upholding the electoral norms that have been a cornerstone of American constitutional democracy for 224 years.
American Sustainable Business Council urges Congress to override veto of bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act and the Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act
Washington, DC — The bipartisan Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2019, led by Sen. Chris Coon, D-Delaware, and co-sponsored by Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine; Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota; and Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, is now at risk with President Trump’s veto of the National Defense Authorization Act.
Congress to Pass Fifth Round Of Needed Covid Relief, But Leaves Out Critical Paid Leave Provisions
WASHINGTON – The American Sustainable Business Council applauds Congress for reaching apparent agreement on a fifth, desperately needed $900 billion COVID relief bill, but ASBC expressed strong disappointment that it does not include extending emergency paid leave provisions.
ASBC Applauds Appointment of Gina McCarthy as White House Domestic Climate Coordinator
WASHINGTON – Reports that former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy will be named by President-elect Biden as White House Domestic Climate Coordinator is yet another welcome signal of the priority his administration places on dealing with the climate crisis, the American Sustainable Business Council said today.
Social Economy Europe and the American Sustainable Business Council Mark Fifth Anniversary of the Paris Accord with Global Collaboration Announcement
Contact:
Victor Meseguer, Director of Social Economy Europe,
director@socialeconomy.eu.org | M: +32471768227
Thomas P. Oppel
Executive Vice President, American Sustainable Business Council
toppel@asbcouncil.org | O: (202) 660-1455 | M: (603) 304-6767
Businesses Join 551 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions
Presidential Plastics Action Plan Urges Incoming President to Stop
New Plastic Production, Regulate Petrochemical Industry, Reduce Plastic Pollution
Clean Creatives: PR and advertising agencies under pressure to cut ties with fossil fuels
A story in Business Green details new efforts to have ad agencies “come clean” about their work for the fossil fuel industry.
Advocacy Group Seeks To Shame Ad Agencies, PR Shops Hyping Fossil Fuel Industry
An article in Media Post quoted Thomas Oppel, executive vice president of the ASBC, about ASBC’s sign on letter - call-to-action to pressure advertising agencies and PR firms to stop working with the fossil fuel industry. Said Oppel, “It’s past time for not just truth in advertising, but truth in the advertising and PR business.”
ASBC Outlines Tenets of Sustainability
Business leaders name four major principles of sustainable packaging.
Happi.com wrote an article about how ASBC believes that a systems-level overhaul of how we design, use and dispose of packaging is necessary, with circularity and sustainability prioritized at its center and the ultimate goal of a zero-waste economy.
ASBC/SVC CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT-ELECT
WASHINGTON, D.C — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and Social Venture Circle (SVC), as well as the 250,000 responsible businesses we represent, congratulate President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their electoral victory.
ASBC and BCL: Business Leaders Step Up on Climate Policy
WASHINGTON, D.C — No matter the outcome of the November Elections, now is the critical time for business leaders to urge legislators to pass a comprehensive national climate policy. The Step Up, Speak Out: A Business Advocacy Guide for Climate Action created by the American Sustainable Business Council and Business Climate Leaders can help business leaders contribute.
When Businesses Support Their Employees In Voting, It Makes A Huge Difference
An article in Forbes praises ASBC resources for businesses to get out the vote (GOTV) as well as a pledge for businesses to promote election participation. ASBC Co-founder & President David Levine was quoted, “Businesses must support participation in our democracy. We call on businesses to engage their employees and their public to increase both registration and turnout for the 2020 elections.”
ASBC Releases Proposal For An Equitable Economic System
Public Policy Initiatives Forge Path To “New Normal” For A Nation In Crisis
WASHINGTON, DC, October 7, 2020—The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), the nation’s foremost business advocate for an environmentally safe and equitable economy, today announces the release of its public policy proposal, Creating An Economic System That Works For All.
The American Sustainable Business Council Businesses Calls for an End to Preventable Childhood Cancers
“Childhood Cancer” Report Builds The Business Case For Systemic Change
WASHINGTON, DC, September 23, 2020 – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) joined the rally cry to end preventable childhood cancers, encouraging business leaders to take action to support The Childhood Cancer Prevention Initiative, a collaborative effort to improve children’s health by widely sharing the evidence about the impacts of toxic chemicals on children, as well as opportunities for preventing childhood cancer by removing toxic chemicals from products and environments where children live, learn and play.
ASBC Honors the Legacy of Justice Ginsburg
WASHINGTON, DC, September 21, 2020 - The American Sustainable Business Council is saddened by the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on Friday, September 18, and honors her enduring legacy of fighting for gender equality throughout American society.
Businesses call on U.S. insurers to ditch fossil fuel underwriting
An article in Reuters praises ASBC’s letter to push the country’s insurance sector to stop insuring and investing in the fossil fuel sector.
Businesses Call on Us Insurers to Join Global Trend of Ditching Fossil Fuels
An article in S&P Global praises ASBC’s letter to push the country’s insurance sector to stop insuring and investing in the fossil fuel sector.
American Sustainable Business Council And Social Venture Circle Unite
Contact: Chrystie Heimert
802.338.2556
cheimert@asbcouncil.org
New Strategic Alliance Will Significantly Boost Efforts to
Remake & Revitalize the American Economy
WASHINGTON, DC, September 16, 2020—The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), the nation’s foremost business advocate for an environmentally safe and equitable economy announced today a strategic alliance with Social Venture Circle (SVC), the country’s foremost social impact networking organization.
ASBC Publishes Complete Voter + Poll-worker Employer Resource Page
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In part of their ongoing voter and election advocacy campaign, the American Sustainable Business Council today unveiled a new interactive voter + poll-worker resource hub. Among the many tools available for its network will be a page for business people and citizens alike to find full voter and poll-worker information by state, including important deadlines for mail-in voting and absentee voting.
Levi’s Sets A High Bar for Getting Out the Vote, But the Hard Work Has Only Just Begun
An article in Triple Pundit highlights ASBC’s support for restoring the Postal Service to normal operations.
“The USPS provides every American address with the same equal service with equitable pricing,” ASBC wrote in an open petition.
More U.S. Business Leaders Finally Speak Up for the USPS
An article in Triple Pundit praises ASBC’s an open letter to the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee that notes the potential impact of DeJoy’s actions on mail delivery on the November 3 elections, and also points out that the USPS provides a level playing ground for countless small businesses. The article urges businesses to to sign a petition calling for DeJoy’s actions to be rolled back, and for the USPS to receive full funding.
ASBC CALLS ON SENATE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE TO HOLD POSTMASTER GENERAL ACCOUNTABLE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Sustainable Business Council is calling on members of the Senate Homeland Security and Government Oversight Committee to hold Postmaster General DeJoy accountable for the recent troubling reports of his dismantling of the United States Postal Service since his appointment in June of this year.
Investing in Green Stormwater Infrastructure is Good for Business
Susan Harris
Susan Harris, principal at Cerulean LLC (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in ROI-NJ.com urging businesses to reach out to legislators and request that they increase funding for the programs that provide technical and financial support for Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) implementation
Rooting Out Corruption Is the Duty of Law Enforcement Agencies – And Not Politicians
An article in the Daily Maverick praises ASBC’s “…comprehensive blueprint for a post-Covid recovery and building economic resilience…”
Biden vs. Corporate America
Catherine Boudreau
An article in POLITICO interviewed Jeffrey Hollender, co-founder and CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council, who said corporations need a new framework to fully account for the environmental and social costs of their operations. That is unlikely to happen voluntarily, he said, and would require legislation.
Tech Antitrust Groups Have a New Target: Food Delivery Apps
Sam Sabin
An article in Morning Consult discusses the new campaign called “Protect Our Restaurants,” the American Sustainable Business Council, the American Economic Liberties Project and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance are calling on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the four most dominant food delivery apps and their treatment of restaurants, which have become highly dependent on these services during the pandemic.
ASBC OPPOSES McCONNELL “NO ACCOUNTABILITY” PROPOSAL, CALLS PASSING PERMANENT PAID FAMILY AND SICK LEAVE CRITICAL TO SAFELY REOPENING ECONOMY
WASHINGTON, D.C, – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s proposed corporate immunity legislation should be called the “No Accountability” plan, according to the American Sustainable Business Council.
Senate Passes Sustainable Chemistry Act as Part of Military Spending Bill
Green Car Congress mentions ASBC as a key endorser of the Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2019.
The act directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to convene an interagency entity under the National Science and Technology Council with the responsibility of coordinating federal programs and activities in support of sustainable chemistry.
Social Media Posts Don’t Count as ‘Brands Taking Stands’ Against Racism Unless Backed Up by Real Action
Triple Pundit praises Ben & Jerry’S co-founders in joining ASBC in signing a letter to Congress in support of a bipartisan bill ending qualified immunity.
Responsible Business Leaders Support Holding Fossil Fuel Companies Accountable
Richard Lawton
executive Director Richard Lawton of the N.J. Sustainable Business Council (an ASBC member) wrote an op-ed in ROI-NJ argues that making “…New Jersey more sustainable, resilient and equitable in the face of climate change will require significant funds. It’s only fair that the fossil fuel companies who created this crisis pay their fair share of the cumulative costs that have been imposed on New Jerseyans.”
American Sustainable Business Council Calls for Local Broadband Authority
An article in Community Networks highlighted ASBC’s report to help state and local governments responding to the coronavirus, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a set of policy recommendations, “From Crisis to Opportunity: Recommendations for State & Local Governments,” in late May. ASBC’s policy suggestions touch on various issues, including Internet access. The guide directs government officials to promote cooperative and municipal networks and remove barriers to community broadband in order to expand Internet access.
ASBC APPLAUDS BIDEN’S CLIMATE AND INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN, CALLS ON TRUMP TO REVERSE COURSE AND MATCH IT
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and the 250,000+ members in our business community today applauded Vice President Joe Biden’s newly released Climate & Infrastructure Plan, while urging President Donald Trump to reverse his course by taking equally bold steps to protect our planet and reinvigorate our economy with a 21st Century energy system.
Brands Put Pressure On Congress to End Qualified Immunity
An article in Triple Pundit praises ASBC’s and Ben & Jerry’s co-founders’ letter that encourages more business leaders to pen their names on the letter in the quest to pressure elected officials to put a stop to qualified immunity and cease what they say is the “state-sanctioned murder of Black people.”
“Congress Must Not Be Complicit”: Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founders and ASBC Call on Business Community to Support Eliminating Qualified Immunity
Contact: Edward Erikson, edward.erikson@gmail.com
Taking their lead from the Players Coalition, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, along with The American Sustainable Business Council and 440 business people sent a letter to Congress urging Members to end qualified immunity.
GW “Chef” Chew on fighting food deserts in America
In an interview in New Hope Network, Chef Chew discusses the conversation on racism in food he is leading on Wednesday, June 24 as part of the American Sustainable Business Council’s Race and Equity Dialogue Event.
Fortune 500 CEOs praise landmark LGBTQ antidiscrimination ruling
An Article in Fortune noted ASBC’s filing of the amicus brief in support of LGBTQ employees.
Business Responds to Watershed Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights
An article in TriplePundit reported on ASBC amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court in support of LGBTQ employees and quoted ASBC President David Levine in support of the SCOTUS decision.
ASBC HAILS LANDMARK SUPREME COURT DECISION UPHOLDING CIVIL RIGHTS OF LGBTQ WORKERS
“Coming in the middle of Pride Month, this decision is a welcome blow against intolerance that makes America and our economy fairer and more inclusive, which will ultimately make us more successful,” said David Levine, ASBC President. “That is the central mission of ASBC and the nearly 250,000 businesses we represent. We were proud to join the arguments on behalf of this case and we are thrilled at the outcome.”
(Washington, DC) – June 15, 2020
To natural products industry leaders: Let us act now to dismantle systemic racism
An article in New Hope Network urges readers to sign ASBC’s Confront Racism Statement
Get up, stand up: Impact investors speak out for racial justice
An article in ImpactAlpha quotes SVC’s Valerie Red-Horse Mohl (an ASBC member), who asked members to sign a petition from the American Sustainable Business Council pledging to confront racism.
ADD YOUR VOICE TO CONFRONT RACISM!
The primary goal of the American Sustainable Business Council is to build a more just, diverse equitable, and inclusive economy. Achieving that depends on the rule of law, under which equal protection is key.
It is long past time to finally and fully confront the vicious, destructive role race has played throughout American history, mocking and subverting the fundamental principles we proclaimed in the foundational documents: our Declaration of Independence and our Constitution.
American Sustainable Business Council Releases Business Blueprint for A Post-Covid Ecomony
State And Local Business Organizations Rally Around Innovative Policy Recommendations At Virtual Event
Washington, DC – At a webinar this week, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) announced a comprehensive series of innovative policy recommendations for states and localities to address the present impacts of COVID-19 while building more resilient economies. More than 400 business leaders from across the nation registered for the virtual event to vet the organization’s blueprint of policies designed for immediate implementation and intended to provide meaningful economic stimulus and positive social, environmental, and public impacts for both the immediate and longer terms
Will Sustainable Consumption Be the New Norm When the Pandemic Subsides?
This news article in Autodesk.com quotes ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender about businesses moving forward with sustainable and responsible growth.
ASBC Strongly Endorses the Clean Water for All Act as Good for Business and the Economy
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today strongly endorsed the Clean Water for All Act as good for business and the economy.
The legislation, introduced by U.S. Representative Peter DeFazio and (D-OR) and U.S. Representative Grace Napolitano (D-CA), is aimed at repealing the Navigable Waters Protection Rule finalized by the EPA in April that severely limited the scope of the Clean Water Act.
Many small businesses say loans won’t get them to rehire
This news article by Chris Rugaber includes advocacy work by ASBC, AMIBA and others to improve the economic rescue package being developed to build on inadequate previous COVID-19-related relief for small and mid-size businesses, their employees and communities.
ASBC Says EPA Exploits COVID-19 Crisis
Washington, DC – A sweeping suspension of environmental rules by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) exploits the COVID-19 crisis, according to the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC).
ASBC Endorses the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act as Good for the Economy
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement endorsing the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act, which was introduced today in the Congress by U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.), and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.).
ASBC Member W.S. Badger CEO to Testify for FAMILY Act
WASHINGTON – Rebecca Hamilton, co-CEO of Gilsum, N.H.-based W.S. Badger Company, a member of the American Sustainable Business Council, will testify Tuesday in support of the FAMILY Act (H.R. 1185) before the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee.
Family owned and run, W.S. Badger was founded in 1995 in rural southwestern New Hampshire and employs 100 people in the manufacture and sale of organic balms and personal care products. The company prides itself on “creating a supportive and family-friendly workplace,” epitomizing what ASBC calls the “high road workplace.”
Leading a New Era of Climate Action
This cover story in the Harvard Business Review mentions ASBC among organizations that coordinate advocacy to address climate change by business leaders.
How to Change Corporate Climate Lobbying
This newsletter piece from Axios calls out ASBC as mentioned in a Harvard Business Review piece about limited lobbying for addressing climate changed by U.S. multinationals.
ASBC Says Trump Administration Finalization of the New Waters of the US Rule is Not Pro-business
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement critical of the expected announcement of the finalization of a new Waters of the US rule. The new rule will limit the scope of waterways covered under the Clean Water Act to its lowest number since the 1980s. In attempt to convey that the business community is behind the new rule, the EPA’s Administrator, Andrew Wheeler, will make this announcement today at a meeting of the National Association of Home Builders. ASBC President David Levine asserted that the opposite is true.
Battle Over NEPA Puts U.S. Companies in an Awkward Position
This news article in Triple Pundit features ASBC as one of the few business organizations condemning the Administration’s roll back of the National Environmental Policy Act.
Sustainable Business Group Calls for Zero-waste Packaging Agenda
This news article in Inside EPA features ASBC’s new principles to guide systemic changes needed to reduce packaging waste in the United States.
Trump Takes His War On “The Swamp” To New Levels With NEPA Roll Back
This news article in Clean Technica includes ASBC as a critic of the Administration’s roll back of the National Environmental Policy Act.
ASBC Announces Principles for Packaging Waste System Changes in the US
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today released principles to guide systemic changes needed to reduce packaging waste in the United States. Developed by a working group of business and association leaders, the principles are designed to guide improved business practices, regulations and legislation. The 20-member working group participants included Clif Bar, Green America, Lego, Method and Seventh Generation among others.
American Sustainable Business Council Says White House Rollback of Environmental Regulations Will Hasten Climate Crisis and Harm Business
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) today condemned the Trump Administration’s proposal to roll back environmental protections in the National Environmental Policy Act, saying it will harm business by hastening the climate crisis.
The proposed changes to National Environmental Policy Act will weaken the bedrock environmental law’s ability to ensure that federally permitted infrastructure projects consider impacts on air, water and wildlife.
Climate Crisis Tests Limits of Employee Activism on the Environment
This news article in Triple Pundit mentions ASBC’s role in supporting business participation in the climate strike in September 2019.
Business Conference Questions Capitalism—But Not Too Much
This news article in Nonprofit Quarterly covers the first day of ASBC’s summit, “Making Capitalism Work for All.”
Leveling The Playing Field;
Local Organization Gets Resources to Communities Affected by Pollution
This new article in the Brattleboro Reformer (VT) mentions ASCB among the organizations in the Coming Clean coalition fighting against pollution in local communities.
Panorama and American Sustainable Business Council New Study Shows Positive Return to Companies Offering Paid Leave
Washington, DC – New research shows paid leave programs have a positive return on investment (ROI) for companies that offer the benefit. In the first known quantitative study to consider the impact of paid leave on productivity, Panorama and the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) found that companies with paid leave programs averaged increases of 4.6 percent in revenue and 6.8 percent in profit on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis.
Paris withdrawal is being sold with a lie
Jeffrey Hollender
This syndicated op-ed argues that the Trump Administration’s stated rationale for withdrawing from the Paris Agreement – that it would be bad for business – is a lie. It ran in the Chicago Tribune, the Orlando Sentinel and many other newspapers.
American Sustainable Business Council Announces National Business Meeting to Advance Sustainable Capitalism
“Making Capitalism Work for All” Sustainable Business & Advocacy Summit,
December 10 – 11, 2019, Washington, DC
We’ve got 6 months to stop another onslaught of harmful algae blooms in N.J. lakes
Geoffrey Goll, PE
This op-ed on NJ.com by the President of Princeton Hydro, a member of ASBC, argues for public policies that would provide infrastructure solutions algae blooms, like those in NJ this year.
Planned U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Agreement ‘Completely Irresponsible,’ Says Business Organization
This Newsweek article features ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender’s condemnation of President Trump’s planned withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on climate change.
American Sustainable Business Council Denounces Paris Withdrawal Announcement
Washington, DC – Responding to President Trump’s planned announcement today to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement denouncing the move.
The American Sustainable Business Council Saddened by the Loss of Friend and Ally Rep. Elijah Cummings
WASHINGTON DC – Commenting on the death of Representative Elijah Cummings today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, expressed condolences to his widow, his beloved city of Baltimore, fellow Congressional members and his community at-large.
5 World-Changing Entrepreneurs Share Their Best Ideas
This submitted article in Real Leaders magazine showcases five women business leaders who are using their companies to promote change in the world.
The American Sustainable Business Council Supports LGBT Rights as Good for Business
WASHINGTON DC – Artificial barriers to employment are morally wrong, but they’re also bad for business, according to the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses.
The American Sustainable Business Council Says Court Decision Against Net Neutrality Points to Need for Congress to Act
WASHINGTON DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today expressed disappointment at the decision by the U.S. District Court of Appeals to uphold much of the FCC’s 2017 repeal of Net Neutrality rules for regulation of the Internet.
The American Sustainable Business Council Announces Support for the Climate Strike
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today announced its support for the student-organized climate strikes scheduled for September 20 and 27, 2019.
The American Sustainable Business Council Announces Support for U.S. Farmers and Ranchers for a Green New Deal
WASHINGTON DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today announced its support for a coalition of farmers and ranchers that has endorsed the Green New Deal. Thomas Oppel, Executive Vice President of ASBC, spoke at a press event held today by the coalition of nearly 10,000 farmers and ranchers.
The American Sustainable Business Council Criticizes Gutting of Federal Clean Water Protections
Protections
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today criticized the Trump Administration’s repeal of federal clean water protections. Despite objections from the American Sustainable Business Council’s membership and other industry voices, the Environmental Protection Agency today finalized the rollback of the Clean Water Rule.
The American Sustainable Business Council Endorses Safe Cosmetics Legislation Introduced in Congress
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today endorsed the Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2019, which was introduced by Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill. The bill addresses the serious problem of toxic chemicals in products linked to cancer and other illnesses.
CNN Climate Town Hall Recap; Democratic Debate Preview
This podcast of the Leslie Marshall Show features ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel about the CNN town hall with Democratic candidates focused on climate issues.
ASBC calls Council of Institutional Investors “dangerously myopic”
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, today denounced as “dangerously myopic” the response by the Council of Institutional Investors (CII) to calls for companies to consider all stakeholders, not just shareholders, in their drive for more profits.
Not So Fast, Mr. Friedman! The News We Should Be Shouting From The Rooftops
This opinion article in Conscious Company names ASBC among the key organizations historically pushing for stakeholder approach to capitalism, as exemplified by the Business Roundtable’s statement on the purpose of a corporation.
Business Praise for Business Roundtable “Statement of Purpose of a Corporation”
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), representing the public policy interests of more than 250,000 responsible businesses, praised the “Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation” announced today by the Business Roundtable (BRT). ASBC is focusing on steps to turn principles like those in the BRT statement into substantive reforms to capitalism at its summit in December.
Trouble brewing: Summertime calls for a beer, and beer calls for clean water
Alexis Degan
This op-ed in NJBiz by the Executive Director of the New Jersey Brewers Association, calls attention to the need for infrastructure, including green infrastructure to protect clean water in the Delaware River Watershed. Read more and sign onto our campaign.
Business Praise for Clean Energy Victory Bonds Bills
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) praised the introduction of Clean Energy Victory Bonds bills in Congress. The legislation calls for government bonds that would support clean energy and energy efficiency.
Lawmakers propose Clean Energy Victory Bonds in fight against climate change
This news article in Windpower Engineering & Development about the introduction of a bill for Clean Energy victory Bonds includes a quote from ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender.
Business Leaders Applaud House Vote to Increase $7.25 Federal Minimum Wage,
Call for Senate and White House to Pass and Sign into Law
Washington, DC – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement applauding the passage of a bill raising the $7.25 federal minimum wage. It was passed today by the U.S. House of Representatives. The statement also calls on the Senate and the White House to pass the bill and sign it into law. The following may be attributed to Jeffery Hollender, CEO of ASBC:
How Seventh Generation Became a Powerhouse Brand–With Help From Whole Foods’ Toilet Paper Aisle
In this interview in Inc. magazine, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender talks about how he helped grow Seventh Generation into the success it became.
At SBD airport, Unical MRO finds a place to grow
This news article in Highland Community News (CA) describes ASBC member Unical MRO’s growth and economic value to the San Bernardino Airport.
How can we know if a company is good if we don’t know what they’re lobbying for?
In this opinion piece for Fast Company, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender makes the case for lobbying transparency as a key step for companies that aspire to be forces for good.
Taking Responsibility with Jeffrey Hollender, Ep. 88
In this podcast from Lumi, ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender covers a range of topics from thinking about his career, including that systems thinking is invaluable, that transparency is key in creating trust, and sometimes doing things the old way is best.
Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon
ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel appears on this podcast, discussing why a sustainable economy is good for America and why ASBC supports the Green New Deal. (First 30 mins)
Proposed California plastics law could be a game-changer for fighting pollution
A Multibriefs news article quotes ASBC EVP Thomas Oppel about a proposal in CA to reduce packaging waste.
Climate change and the changing political climate
An opinion article in the Marietta Times (OH) lists ASBC as a supporter of HR 763, proposed legislation for carbon pricing.
Murrells Inlet businessman testifies to US Senate committee
A South Strand News (SC) news story about the local business leader organized by ASBC and the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce to testify before the Senate Small Business committee.
Debating the Single-Use Plastic Bills Moving Through State Legislature (CA)
ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender appeared on AirTalk, a radio talk show, to endorse CA bills that would reduce single-use plastic.
The 10 Most Successful Social Entrepreneurs
A news story on Investopedia lists ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender among other leading social entrepreneurs.
Business Leaders Urge Congress to Support New Bill to Help Small Businesses Comply with Regulations
WASHINGTON, D.C.―The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, calls on Congress and the Administration to support a bill introduced today by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Congressman Andy Kim (D-NJ).
The Purpose Series: Becoming A Purpose Driven Brand
A column on Forbes.com consists of an interview with ASBC CEO Jeffrey Hollender about how to build purpose into brands.
Business Leaders Call for Sustainable Criteria to Infrastructure Plans
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement about the infrastructure talks between the Trump Administration and congressional leaders. The following may be attributed to Jeffery Hollender, CEO, American Sustainable Business Council:
Jeffrey Hollender on the Green New Deal and Why It’s the Best Vision for Change
Jeffrey Hollender, CEO of ASBC, was interviewed by Social Venture Circle explaining why businesses need to be engaged the developing the details of how the Green New Deal turns from vision to implementation.
Myths About The Minimum Wage
Meadville Tribune
A column in the Meadville Tribune (Meadville, PA) names the work by Business for a Fair Minimum Wage and ASBC in supporting a stronger minimum wage.
Reimagining the Economy: The Social Justice Enterprise
Nonprofit Quarterly
An article in the Nonprofit Quarterly, about the Boston Ujima Project, lists ASBC among other groups, engaged in public policy advocacy actively seeking “to counterbalance the monopolistic market terrain.”
Business Leaders Criticize Proposed Gutting of Clean Water Protections
WASHINGTON, DC — In advance of the April 15 end of the public comment period for the Trump Administration’s proposal to replace the Clean Water Rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement.
Business Praise for House Passage of Net Neutrality Bill
Washington, DC – In response to yesterday’s passage of the Save the Internet Act by the U.S. House of Representatives, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement praising the move and calling on the Senate to also pass it. The following may be attributed to John Minor, Policy Manager:
Sanders Would Guarantee Health Care To All Americans
NJToday.com
An article on NJToday.com, about Bernie Sanders’s healthcare announcement, lists ASBC among the organizations endorsing it.
Bernie Sanders Relaunches His Medicare-for-All Health Care Legislation
ABC News
An article syndicated widely on ABC News affiliate websites, about Bernie Sanders’s healthcare announcement, lists ASBC among the organizations endorsing it.
Column: Increasing the Minimum Wage Has Ethical, Economic Benefits
Pilot
A column in the Pilot (Southern Pines, NC) about the minimum wage, references a poll commission by ASBC and others.
JEFFREY HOLLENDER, Co-Founder, Former CEO of Seventh Generation, Joins ASBC as CEO
DATELINE – APRIL 1, 2019 – Today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), a network of companies and business associations committed to the triple bottom line of People, Planet, and Profit, announced that Jeffrey Hollender, ASBC’s Co-founder and Board Chair, is stepping in as CEO, effective immediately. As CEO, he will support the organization’s next steps in successfully building toward a sustainable economy.
Business Leaders to Senators: Please Support the Green New Deal Offers Historic Business Opportunities
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses sent a letter to senators, urging them to support the Green New Deal as an historic business opportunity. The letter was endorsed by more than 250 businesses and business organizations, with more signing every day. The letter said in part:
Business Leaders Criticize Administration’s Proposed Water Rule
WASHINGTON, DC — In response to the Trump Administration’s announced proposal to replace the Waters of the U.S. rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
“American business relies on clean water. If you end protections for streams and wetlands, you put the businesses that depend on water at risk. And yet, the Trump Administration’s proposal to replace the Waters of the U.S. rule would do exactly that.
Business Leaders Praise FAMILY Act as Delivering High Value at Low Cost
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement praising the paid family leave plan introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Rosa DeLauro. The following statement may be attributed to Hammad Atassi, CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
“Paid leave should be the law of the land. The United States is not only lagging behind all other developed nations in promoting the welfare of its employees and their families, we are actively harming the economy by not doing so.
Business Praise for Green New Deal
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement in support of the Resolutions for the Green New Deal introduced by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY 14). The following may be attributed to David Levine, President, American Sustainable Business Council:
Business Leaders Criticize Trump’s Paid Leave Plan as Too Limited and Not Funded Responsibly
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement criticizing the paid family leave plan President Trump mentioned in his State of the Union speech, saying that the plan would provide limited benefits and reduce Social Security for participants. The following statement may be attributed to Hammad Atassi, CEO of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
How States Can Help Shut Down Tax Havens by Cracking Down on Profit Shifting
An article in Just Taxes cites ASBC’s new study, A Simple Fix for a $17 Billion Loophole, by ITEP, the U.S. PIRG Education Fund, SalesFactor.org, and the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC)
Hawai‘i Could Recover $38M Lost to Corporate Tax Loopholes
An article in Big Island Now quoted John O’Neill, ASBC senior tax analyst, in foavor of businesses paying their fair share of taxes. Said O’Neill, “Too many companies have abandoned their moral obligation to pay the full amount they owe for the public services and
Businesses Put a Price on Pollutants
Source Author: Michael Green
Michael Green, the Program Director of the Climate Action Business Association (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in The Hill making the business case for a price on carbon.
Business Leaders Praise Farm Bill
Keeps or Builds Support for Regenerative Agriculture, New and Minority Farmers, and Conservation
Washington, DC – In response to President Trump signing the 2018 Farm Bill, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Praise for DC Clean Energy Bill
Washington, DC – Today, the Washington, DC City Council passed the DC Clean Energy Omnibus Act of 2018. In response, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released a statement praising the move. The statement may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Criticize Admin’s Proposed Clean Water Rule
WASHINGTON, DC — In response to the Trump Administration’s announced proposal to replace the Clean Water Rule, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which with its member organizations represents more than 250,000 businesses, released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Respond to Government Climate Report: Business Bears Responsibility and Is Key to Solution
Washington, DC – In response to the National Climate Assessment released by the White House last Friday, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
ASBC Board Member to Testify at Economic Democracy Event at NYC City Hall
NEW YORK – A board member of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), which has a member network representing over 250,000 businesses, will testify at a historic joint hearing this evening at City Hall. The joint city and state hearing will showcase how the city can develop an equitable economy that works for New Yorkers of color.
Business Leaders Oppose Wheeler for EPA Head
Washington, DC – In response to the announcement late last week that President Trump will nominate Andrew Wheeler to head the EPA, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
Business Leaders Encouraged by Election Results
Washington, DC – Responding to the election results, which shifted the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives and several states, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi.
A Smart Plan for Protecting D.C. From the Coming Storm
ASBC CEO Hammad Attasi wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post op-ed in support of a climate change plan being voted on soon by the DC Council.
Businesses Must Connect to Protect Water Supplies
Source Author: Richard Lawton and Ed Clerico
Richard Lawton, executive director of the New Jersey Sustainable Business Council, and Ed Clerico, CEO emeritus of Natural Systems Utilities (both ASBC members), wrote an op-ed in the NJBIZ advocating for market-driven innovation and smart water policies to fostering a vibrant and sustainable economy.
ASBC Statements in Support of Amazon’s Pledge to Raise its Starting Wage and Lobby for a Federal Minimum Wage Increase
Washington, DC – In response to Amazon’s announcement that it will work with Congress to raise the federal minimum wage above its current rate of $7.25, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released statements supporting the move.
Businesses Praise CA Governor for Signing Net Neutrality Bill
Sacramento, CA – In support of California’s Governor Jerry Brown
signing into law net neutrality legislation introduced by Senator
Scott Wiener, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC)
released the following statement. It may be attributed to CEO
Hammad Atassi:
Rewarding Our Daily Work
Source Author: Steve Greer
Steve Greer, CEO of American Income Life Agency Division (an ASBC member), wrote and op-ed in the Waco Tribune-Herald in support of worker ownership.
Eileen Fisher Wants Those Clothes Back When You’re Done
In a news article in The Washington Post, ASBC is named as a key advocacy group and ASBC member Eileen Fisher is quoted saying, “We don’t want sustainability to be our edge, we want it to be universal.”
US NGOs: ‘Science transparency’ policy contravenes TSCA
A news article in ChemicalWatch, about the EPA’s proposed policy on what type of science can be used in its decisions about chemical safety, quotes ASBC saying, “The more research the EPA considers, the more informed and appropriate their response can be to findings about harmful effects of chemicals.” (Pay wall)
ASBC statements in support of the Main Street Employee Ownership Act
Washington, DC – The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and member businesses released statements supporting the Main Street Employee Ownership Act, which is scheduled to be signed into law today. The bill, introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Nydia Velazquez earlier this year and included in the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, will support the creation of more worker-owned companies and direct the Small Business Administration to provide more funding and resources to this type of business.
Small Businesses Find Tight Job Market Makes It Hard to Hire
ASBC member Richard Graves, Co-founder of CleanChoice Energy, is quoted in this Associated Press story about hiring challenges. According to the article, “…its mission — to provide homes with renewable energy — helps attract employees.”
US Businesses Cast Wider Net as Jobless Rate Hits 3.9 pct.
ASBC member Brian England, President of BA Auto in Columbia, MD, is quoted in this Associated Press story about the weekly jobs report. He said he has, “has raised starting pay roughly 10 percent in the past two years. The more you make an employee healthy and happy, the more that they’re going to stay with you.”
Businesses Join Effort to Defend the Clean Water Rule in Court
FARGO, ND – Businesses from 30 states urged a federal court in North Dakota to uphold the Clean Water Rule, in an amicus brief filed by Environment America Research & Policy Center and the National Environmental Law Center. From outfitters to brewers to farmers, many of these businesses depend on clean water for their livelihoods. In addition, 62 local officials also signed onto a separate amicus brief also filed by the groups.
Businesses Criticize Sen Rubio Paid Leave Bill as Too Limited and Not Funded Responsibly
Washington, DC – Today, the leading policy advocacy group for responsible businesses released a statement criticizing the Economic Security for Parents Act that will be introduced by Senator Marco Rubio, saying that it would provide limited benefits and reduce Social Security for participants. The following statement may be attributed to Christine Blackburn, Policy Director of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC):
Trammell S. Crow Wants Republicans to ‘Wise Up’ on Environment
An article in the Dallas Morning News discussed how Conservative Dallas philanthropist Trammell S. Crow, a panelist on ASBC’s Policy Forum on Conservative Thought and Sustainability at the RNC, makes the business case for cleaner energy.
Businesses Applaud Representative Coffman’s Actions to Preserve Net Neutrality
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Mike Coffman (R– CO) introduced the 21stCentury Internet Act, which would restore the main principles of net neutrality. Additionally, Rep. Coffman has signed the House of Representatives’ Net Neutrality Congressional Review Act (CRA) discharge petition, making him the first Republican to do so. In response, the American Sustainable Business Council released the following statement, which may be attributed to John B. Minor, Policy Manager:
Business Leaders Applaud Denial of Permit for Seneca Lake Gas Storage
ALBANY, NY – In response to the state Department of Environmental Conservation’s denial of a draft permit for a proposed storage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the salt caverns along Seneca Lake, the New York Sustainable Business Council released a statement applauding the action. The following may be attributed Bob Rossi, Executive Director:
Businesses Support Strong EPA, Welcome Resignation of Pruitt
Washington, DC — Reacting to today’s announcement that EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt resigned, ASBC released a statement expressing support for a strong EPA. The following may be attributed to Policy Director Christine Blackburn:
“We support a strong EPA because protecting human health and the environment is a critical foundation for dynamic business and a vigorous economy. Our member companies prove every day that caring for people and the planet can be very profitable.
Businesses Speak Out Against the Court Decision Upholding Travel Ban
Washington, DC — Reacting to today’s announcement by the U.S. Supreme Court that it is upholding the Trump Administration’s travel and immigration restrictions for countries that have mostly Muslim populations, ASBC released a statement expressing disappointment. ASBC also called on Congress to reverse the ban through legislation. The following may be attributed to CEO Hammad Atassi:
Jeffrey Hollender Interview: What People Get Wrong about Sustainability
ASBC’s Board Chair, Jeffrey Hollender, discusses how corporate sustainability encompasses the impact a business has on the planet, as well as society.
Business Disappointment at CA Assembly Committee’s Failure to Pass Strong Net Neutrality Protections
Washington, DC – In response to a California State Assembly Committee failing to advance strong net neutrality rules, the American Sustainable Business Council released a statement expressing disappointment with the result. The following may be attributed to Policy Director Christine Blackburn:
American Sustainable Business Council Announces New CEO, Long-time Executive from Numi Tea
Washington, DC – The leading policy advocacy group representing the interests of responsible businesses today announced a new CEO. Hammad Atassi, a long-time senior executive with Numi Organic Tea, was appointed by Board of Directors of the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC). He assumes day-to-day leadership of the organization starting today.
Consumer Group Floats Litigation over NY Ingredient Policy
An article in ChemicalWatch quoted ASBC President and Co-founder David Levine in support of New York’s cleaning product disclosure policy. The New York requirements, “…will help not only deliver what consumers want but will, in turn, grow a strong and healthy New York economy”.
Why California Businesses Need Net Neutrality
Source Author: Mac Clemmens
Mac Clemmens, CEO of Digital Deployment (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in the Sacramento Business Journal urging all California businesses and residents to signed on with the American Sustainable Business Council to support SB 822 that protects net neutrality.
LA County to Use Job Pool to Help Residents
An article in mynewsLA.com cites ASBC’s highroad report and definition. “High-road” companies “view the workplace as a means to create significant business and social impact (and) reject low-road business models that exploit employees and disregard the environment as the basis for success.”
Businesses Praise CA Senate Passage of Net Neutrality Bill
Sacramento, CA – In support of the California Senate yesterday passing a net neutrality bill drafted by Senator Scott Wiener, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement. It may attributed to President and Co-founder David Levine:
“ASBC and its members are pleased that the California Senate has passed SB 822 to implement net neutrality protections in California. While we prefer a federal solution, we urge the California Assembly to follow suit and pass the bill. Sign on to support our effort at canetneutrality.com.”
ASBC Talks Net Neutrality with Holland Cooke
After the Senate Democrats’ successful passage of the net neutrality CRA, ASBC’s Ryan Rabac discusses the implications for businesses.
Businesses Praise Senators Markey’s and Schumer’s Action to Preserve Net Neutrality
Washington, DC – In advance of today’s expected U.S. Senate discharge petition to reverse the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of net neutrality protections, businesses and business groups released statements supporting net neutrality and the action by Senators Markey and Schumer.
Net Neutrality Bill Heads for Showdown in CA
The San Francisco Chronicle highlighted ASBC’s letter in support of net neutrality and CA state bill SB822, authored by state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco.
Carbon Pricing is a Smart Approach to Climate Action
Source Author: Julie Gorte
Julie Gorte, senior vice president at Impax Asset Management LLC (an ASBC member), wrote an op-ed in Union Leader supporting a carbon price study that will identify exactly what the market is willing to bear and give us a road map for creating a low-carbon, modern economy in New Hampshire.
Statement Against FCC Net Neutrality Decision
Washington, DC – In advance of tomorrow’s expected publication in the Federal Register of the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of net neutrality protections, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, President and Co-founder:
Paid Leave for Less Than 1/2 Cent per Dollar of Pay
Source Author: Julia Watts
Julia Watts, assistant policy director at ASBC, wrote a column TriplePundit in support of the FAMILY Act.
Local Residents Hear about the Economics of Climate Change Action
An article in the HudsonValley360 quoted ASBC President David Levine in support of sustainability. Said Levine, “People are surprised to learn there’s a strong business case to be made for sustainability.”
Multi-state Alliance to Charge for Carbon Pollution
The SentinelSource.com quoted ASBC’s Chris Blackburn, director of policy, in support of the formation of the Carbon Costs Coalition. Said Blackburn, “Business leaders understand that climate change is a growing risk to their bottom lines. That’s why many support a carbon price as the most efficient and effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”
A Carbon Tax for New York
Source Author: Amy Hall
Amy Hall, director of social consciousness at Eileen Fisher, wrote an op-ed in Crain’s New York in support of a state-mandated price on carbon for New York to further its reputation as a national leader on climate change and as a state that is profitable for businesses.
Source Publication Date: January 24, 2018
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Reducing Legal Immigration Means Hiring Challenges
Marketplace interviewed Michael Bronner, president of Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps (an ASBC member), about proposals to cut legal immigration by up to half. For companies that employ many immigrants, that could mean it will be harder for them to find workers to fill jobs.
Does Net Neutrality Affect Small Business Owners?
ASBC’s Ryan Rabac, manager of digital marketing, is quoted in this Fundera.com blog about that impact on small businesses with the loss of net neutrality.
Working Together to Reduce Harmful Environmental Exposures
An article in Environmental Health Perspectives quoted ASBC’s President and CEO David Levine in support of ingredient disclosure. Said Levine, “Every company we talk to tells us that they can assess what is in their competitor’s product, so why are they fighting the bills to ensure ingredient disclosure at the federal and state level?”
Employee Ownership Gives Power to the People
An article in the Baltimore Sun quoted David Brodwin, ASBC VP of communications and media, in supporty of employee ownership.
Government Needs to Help Small Businesses Follow Regulations
Source Author: Frank Knapp, Jr.
Frank Knapp, Jr., co-chair of ASBC and president and CEO of the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce, wrote an op-ed in The Hill in support of Small Business Regulatory Relief Act that would give the Office of the National Ombudsman the resources it needs to work on behalf of small businesses and find fair regulatory solutions.
How the FCC’s Net Neutrality Vote Impacts Business
ASBC’s Ryan Rabac, manager of digital marketing, speaks with Hope King and Baker Machado on Cheddar TV to discuss the impact of the FCC’s net neutrality decision on businesses, what to expect as a business owner, and steps forward.
Net Neutrality, Explained for Ted Cruz
The Houstonia cited ASBC’s open letter to FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai opposing the elimination of net neutrality.
How Does the GOP Tax overhaul Impact Small Businesses?
An article in MultiBriefs Exclusive cited ASBC’s opposition to the Republican Party’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Small Business Leaders Have Advice for Trump Renegotiating NAFTA
Global Trade quoted Richard Eidlin, ASBC”s VP of Policy and Campaigns, urging Trump to renegotiate the NAFTA fairly for small business.
ASBC Statement on the GOP Tax Plan
Washington, DC – In anticipation of passage of the GOP Tax Plan in the House and Senate, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, President, CEO and Co-founder:
“This bill fails as corporate tax reform because it cuts the wrong taxes at the wrong time. Cutting corporate and pass-through taxes now, during this strong business cycle, will not achieve the growth Republicans say it will.
Statement Applauding Withdrawal of Dourson Nomination for EPA
Washington, DC – In response to the U.S. Senate’s Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee decision to withdraw the nomination of Michael Dourson to lead the toxics program at the EPA, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, president, CEO and co-founder:
Statement Against FCC Net Neutrality Decision
Washington, DC – In response to the Federal Communications Commission’s planned vote to dismantle net neutrality protections today, the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) released the following statement, which may be attributed to David Levine, president, CEO and co-founder:
Seventh Generation to Lobby for Chemical Ingredient Disclosure
Bryan McGannon, ASBC policy director, told Bloomberg BNA that ASBC will work with congressional legislators to secure the reintroduction of the Cleaning Product Right to Know Act in 2017.
Three Companies That Show Taking the Benefits High Road Is Good for Business
An article in Slate.com praised ASBC members Badger Balm and TCG, Inc., for following high road workplace policies and citied ASBC advocacy guide.
Slower Internet and Higher Costs Are In Our Future
An article in Newsweek quoted David Levine, ASBC’s CEO and president, supporting net neutrality. Said Levine, “Net neutrality fuels business competition. Without net neutrality, we lose the free market aspects of the Internet.”
CEOs Showed Backbone in 2017
CEOs Showed Backbone in 2017
An article in TriplePundit promotes ASBC’s advocacy guide for responsible business leaders about how small business owners to CEOs can make their voices heard by lawmakers and the media on these important issues.
Net Neutrality Fight Isn’t over Yet
An article in the Boston Globe quoted Rachel Solem, president of Irving House (an ASBC member), and other signers of ASBC’s letter urging the FCC to keep current Net neutrality rules in place.