Happy New Year: Lets Make 2013 a More Sustainable Year

As 2013 commences we are called to to reflect on the year that has been. Most importantly we need to consider what we will do in the year to come. Last year we saw a number of studies and dire warnings about the state of our environment.There is reason to believe that both the business community and ordinary people are coming to terms with the facts.

The costs and risks associated with climate change make a powerful business case and extreme weather is making it increasingly difficult for the average person to ignore global warming.

In 2012 governments dithered but businesses around the world engaged climate change in record numbers. There was even evidence suggesting that average Americans are embracing climate science in ever increasing numbers.

This year we must come together to act. Businesses, consumers and even elected officials must get serious about engaging the environmental threats we face.

Let us dare to hope that despite the prodigious obstacles arrayed against us that 2013 will be the year that climate change gets the attention that it deserves. At the very least let us all commit to doing what we can to make human activities less egregious to the Earth.

© 2013, Richard Matthews. All rights reserved.

Seasons Greetings from The Green Market

To everyone that works on behalf of the environment, thanks for all you do to help make this world a greener place. To the business owners and entrepreneurs who have invested time and money in environmental concerns, thank you for showing leadership that will not only enhance your bottom line, but will help to make this world more sustainable. Above all thank you for giving to future generations.

In the spirit of the holiday we want to thank the thousands of people who made 2010 such a fantastic year for The Green Market. We also want to thank you for contributing to the growth of The Green Market and we look forward to your ongoing support.

The ending of one year and the beginning of another is a natural time to take stock of all that was accomplished in the past 12 months. It is also a time to hope for the New Year. Looking back during this holiday season, we've come to realize that this past year has been nothing short of amazing. We can hardly believe how much has happened in 2010.

We’ve come along way in the last 12 months and couldn't have done it without your support. We are pleased with the many issues we have addressed this year and we're excited about the important issues we will cover in 2011. We have big plans for 2011 and we look forward to sharing it all with you.

We are truly grateful for your encouragement and support.

Wishing you a Happy Holiday and a Prosperous New Year

Warm regards,
Richard Matthews