Sustainable Business and Economy Activities in San Francisco
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Fair Trade,
FairSource,
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Tirza Hollenhorst,
environmentally responsible business,
green business,
responsible business,
socially responsible business,
values-driven business
This week features a number of events to strengthen the sustainable businesses and economies that are developing around the country and world. If you are interested in solutions for business or starting your own sustainable business, please join ifPeople's Tirza Hollenhorst at the Coop America Green Business Conference and the Coop America/Global Exchange Green Festival in San Francisco.
Business Networks for a New Economy
Sustainable business is about reinventing the way business is "usually" done to value the natural and social systems surrounding a business as importantly as the financial ones. That involves challenges to sourcing,
managing, designing services, marketing, and more, which ideally are
resolved in a manner coherent with the values of the business and
society. The Coop America Green Business Conference is a chance to today's leaders to share knowledge and best practices in support of sustainable business. How to Consume with Your Values
The Green Festival, also
happening in San Francisco this weekend, offers a great chance to
consume with your values. From consumer goods and gifts to professional
services, investment, green building, and technology, GreenFest offers
a great opportunity to discover sustainable products and services. 
Fair Trade
Look for fair trade crafts, coffee, tea, yerba mate, chocolate and more at the Green Festival. Often a great place to pick up gifts!
Green Business
Coop America certifies "Green Business" members, which are also featured in the Green Business Pages. All the exhibitors are certified by Coop America, which means their social,
environmenal and community
practices are reviewed and approved as contributing to a healthy planet
and community. 
