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Discernment Required for the Conscious Consumer

 holiday shoppingAttention Holiday Shoppers!  The holidays are about giving, so this year give a little something back to the planet while you are shopping for your holiday gifts.  As a green living consultant, I explain that everything you buy affects the Earth, but some choices have a lesser impact.  Cost and quality are important factors, but there are other factors to consider when making purchasing decisions this holiday season. 
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Upcycled Scarf Necklace: About the Guff

iram inal designsHello gorgeous Upcycled Scarf Necklace! Welcome to the Daily Guff! This great fashion accessory comes to Guffly from the wonderful ladies at iram-inal designs. The company was founded by Mari and Lani Davis the incredible “Sister-Duo.”

Here’s what they say about themselves (we just thought it was too fun!):

 

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Sustainability Affects on Supply Chain Models

 information managementThe continuous cycle of centralization to decentralization has been pondered by business leaders through the course of history.  The factors that shape the value proposition of one model versus the other often shift, which in some cases turns the tide in the other direction.  The question we discuss with peers in our sustainability consulting is what affects, if any, will the pressures of sustainability have on future business models.>>Read more »

Trim Waste this Holiday Season

 Christmas giftsAccording to the EPA, household waste jumps an astounding 25 percent between Thanksgiving and the New Year.  For those living a sustainable lifestyle, the trick to a successful holiday season is knowing how to enjoy the holidays while also minimizing waste.
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Sustainability is the Spark for Business Innovation

 sparkTo capitalize on the market shift for new products and services, the business world is beginning to recognize that innovation, new product ideas, and a more responsive  business model may prove to be critical to business sustainability success.>>Read more »

Recycled Folding Speakers: About the Guff

OrigAudioThese rockin – pun kinda intended – Recycled Folding Speakers come from OrigAudio. They are busy producing Mother Nature Approved speakers that are made from recycled materials and are completely self powered! Hello, who doesn’t need a pair of these in their life.

Think about it – on a bike ride, at the beach, just chilling at home, while working…whatever the occasion, having some easy to travel with speakers to add a soundtrack to your life is a beautiful thing.>>Read more »

Sustainability: A Small Business Differentiator

 key to successMaking the choice to become an entrepreneur and start up a business can be exciting and sometimes challenging experience.  When sitting across the table waiting to see if you will get the business financing you need, many thoughts may be racing around through your head.  For many of our small business clients, we see differentiation as a critical criterion to presenting a rock-solid business case for financing or obtaining investor buy-in.  >>Read more »

Holiday Tips for the Eco Conscious Host

 green holidays
When the holiday season arrives, so do the holiday guests.  This holiday seasons more and more people are expanding eco awareness in their holiday season in an entirely different way. That's because more people are going green this holiday season, choosing to make their holiday as eco-friendly as possible.  
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Sparkle Organically for the Holidays

 holiday makeupHoliday parties are just around the corner and who doesn't want to sparkle and light up the room?  This holiday season, clients from our personal sustainability programs are opting to sparkle organically via organic makeup. 
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Sustainability: A Total Value Perspective

 sign postWithin our sustainability consulting, we approach business sustainability discussions with clients from one of several perspectives.  In today’s economic climate, cost is most often the primary area of concern for the business and an easy entry point for reduction and efficiency conversations.  For others, the top line is where they feel the real opportunity lies, and the focus is on topics such as ‘green’ consumers and new markets.  Taking the next step, companies leading the way recognize that ‘year-end’ profitability is only one aspect of business sustainability.>>Read more »

The Deliciously Funny Thing about Plastic

As part of our latest Guffly Love Spreading promotion we distributed lucky bamboo stalks in plastic cups. People were very concerned about the eco-friendliness of these cups. Rest assured, we walk the walk.

A Public Service Announcement from our Chief Guffly Love Distributor, Chanell:

Capuchin Soup Kitchen: Guffly Gives

capuchin soup kitchen of detroitIn honor of Thanksgiving and all of the upcoming holidays, Guffly would like to support the Capuchin Soup Kitchen of Detroit. The Capuchin Soup Kitchen is a human service organization that serves the poor who suffer from lack of basic human needs. These needs range from material needs like food, clothing and household accessories to psychological and social needs such as motivation and rehab or simply creating a support system. Every person who comes to the soup kitchen for assistance is welcomed, without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, religious preference, handicap or income.>>Read more »

Where Corporate Leaders Rank in the Footprint

 1SkySupporters and critics continue to debate the ability to link the environmental and social responsibility to business profitability.  Without a definitive financial incentive, companies have historically been unreceptive to the idea of integrating sustainability concepts into core business practices for a non-return in investment.  However, recent trends tend to indicate that the business world may be changing their view, specifically when it comes to climate change.
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Green Inspiration: Create Green Thanksgiving Traditions

 Thanksgiving“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” –John F. Kennedy
 
Promoting a sustainable lifestyle can take all forms and shapes.  What is important is that each person finds the unique value in sustainability and its application in their life.  Living your environmental values inspires others, so why not take eco action and create some green Thanksgiving traditions this year? 
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