Just because you don’t happen to work in an industry that supports eco-friendly innovations doesn’t mean you can’t take steps to greenify your own business entity. Many companies are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint in an effort to satisfy their collective conscience, do a good turn for the community that supports them (and the global community at large), and improve their brand image through targeted efforts on behalf of the environment. This could be as simple and inexpensive as instituting a recycling program, conserving energy by using natural lighting, or allowing workers to telecommute. You might also consider major moves like adding solar power, switching up your supply chain to form green partnerships, or even seeking out a LEED certified facility in which to operate. But whatever level of green living you support in your business you might want to think about ways that you can encourage students to adopt eco-ideals by the way you run your internship program. Read the full story