Opinion

They may often be criticised for exaggerating green claims, but as Paul Thomas argues, PR departments can be a major force for positive environmental change

As they gather this week in Birmingham, the Tories look set to revive their "vote Blue, go Green" message, and the government seems at a loss on how to respond

Co-founder of recruitment agency Bright Green Talent, Paul Hannam, assesses the barriers that stand in the way of the predicted boom in green collar workers

As the financial turmoil engulfing the world's markets spreads, high-risk cleantech investments are in for a choppy ride, but in the longer term a clean up of the banking sector could play into green businesses' hands

As the reputational risks associated with greenwash become more apparent every day, Paul Thomas asks why some firms still find themselves overstating their environmental credentials

For environmentalists, politicians and business leaders alike, framing the climate change debate in the right terms is essential to driving engagement

Cynics are asking how long firms will continue with sustainability policies if the financial downturn bites harder. But, as BT's Dinah McLeod argues, a slowdown means green policies become more, not less important

We are entering an era of high energy prices, argues Centrica chief executive Sam Laidlaw, and in the long run only a more diverse supply can lead us out of it

When faced with NGO criticism over their environmental performance, many firms simply batten down the hatches. But, as Paul Thomas argues, communicating with your detractors represents the best means of minimising brand damage

It might be the living embodiment of car-is-king urban sprawl, but according to Brad Allenby the City of Angels has a lot to teach the green business movement