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Lean for green manufacturing

Manufacturers have many reasons to reduce their environmental impact, yet many are missing substantial opportunities to become greener without having to make significant investments. (PDF–420 KB) more

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Increasing the energy efficiency of supply chains

The supply chains of many manufacturing sectors went global when oil was cheap; today, improving energy efficiency is a top concern for executives. This interactive shows numerous opportunities to dramatically reduce energy costs in supply chains. more

Energy effficiency: A compelling global resource
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Energy efficiency: A compelling global resource

This anthology of articles looks at the energy-efficiency opportunity and how to capture it in nations and companies over the next few years. (PDF–3.11 MB) more

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Unlocking energy efficiency in the US economy

In this report, McKinsey & Company offers a detailed analysis of the magnitude of the efficiency potential in nontransportation uses of energy, a thorough assessment of the barriers that impede the capture of greater efficiency, and an outline of the practical solutions available to unlock the potential. (PDF–6.37 MB) more

Using energy more efficiently
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Using energy more efficiently: An interview with the Rocky Mountain Institute’s Amory Lovins

Amory Lovins argues that market forces, not regulation, will play the key role in promoting more efficient energy consumption.more

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