Business Innovation and the Environment

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Date/Time:Tuesday, 22 Feb 2011 at 8:00 pm
Location:Sun Room/South Ballroom, Memorial Union
Cost:Free
Contact:
Phone:515-294-9934
Channel:Lecture Series
Categories:Lectures Live Green
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Kim Jordan is CEO and cofounder of New Belgium Brewing, the third-largest craft brewer in the United States, best known for its production of Fat Tire. A 1% For The Planet member company based in Fort Collins, Colo., New Belgium is recognized for its environmental commitment and progressive business practices. Part of the National Affairs Series on Innovation and the Live Green! Sustainability Series.

New Belgium produces its electricity from solar and wind power as well as methane harvested from its process wastewater treatment plant. The brewery also diverts over 99% of its waste from the landfill. Under Kim Jordan's leadership, New Belgium has developed a set of interwoven programs that include employee ownership, open-book management and high-involvement culture. Jordan is a member of the Colorado Renewable Energy Authority.