Will “social capital” be the next big industry to emerge?

Will “social capital” be the next big industry to emerge?

It’s new enough that there’s not even a commonly accepted term for it. Some call it “social capital” or “social entrepreneurism”, others “blended value”, and some choose the Starbucksian name “double-triple bottom line.” You might just call it making money from doing good.

Microcredit is the… Continue Reading

Zerofootprint gets calculated about climate change

Zerofootprint gets calculated about climate change

It’s hard to tell, at first glance, whether Zerofootprint is a serious business or a feel-good environmental action group. The answer, easily discovered before long, is that it is likely both.

The centerpiece of Zerofootprint’s business is a personal carbon calculator. Enter details on your personal… Continue Reading