We all know that beer is popular. We also know that microbreweries are taking off all over the country, not to mention a resurgence in Iowa. We also might know that this new generation of beer lovers also  care about simple and responsible actions that businesses can take to make a difference: waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation, and mo...

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We all know that company culture is king, and empowered employees can make a huge difference in our productivity, collaboration, and innovation. Perhaps you’ve heard that their is a third-party certification for businesses that have worked to grow and support this very type of culture… the holy grail of Freedom-Centered Workplaces? But what doe...

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We all know that charitable giving and volunteerism in our companies can make a difference in our communities and engage employees to increase overall satisfaction at work. Perhaps you’ve heard that their is a third-party certification for businesses that have committed to donating at least 1 percent of revenues (not profit) to approved environmental...

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We all know that energy efficiency (e.g. LED lighting, motion sensors, and building automation systems) in our companies can save money and reduce unnecessary consumption of fossil fuels. Perhaps you’ve heard that the culmination of energy efficiency and renewable generation within a business can help them achieve the holy grail, net zero energy use....

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We all know that waste reduction (e.g. recycling, responsible purchasing, process improvements) in our companies can save money and keep valuable raw materials out of the landfill. Perhaps you’ve heard that the culmination of waste reduction, product, and packaging efforts within a business can help them achieve the holy grail, zero waste certificati...

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