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The Fallacy of the "China Defense"

Harvard Business Review

companies will be at a disadvantage if we tax carbon or invest in clean energy because "China's not doing anything.". And it's just the latest in a series of Chinese commitments, which include the following: July 2010: 5 trillion yuan , or $800 billion, alternative energy plan over 10 years (this is like the part of the U.S.

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'Woman Up' (and Win in Business): How Valuing Traditionally Female.

Strategy Driven

Indeed, a 2008 issue of the McKinsey Quarterly noted that women tend to make deeper emotional connections with colleagues and business partners. But as social media takes hold and changes the way we do business, organizations that understand the importance of these qualities are the ones that will grow and prosper.

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Is Your Company Ready for the Circular Economy?

Harvard Business Review

So in 2010, I started this foundation and coined the "circular economy" term to help frame the concept. So we went to McKinsey in 2010 to ask them to help us and write a report , focused on the European Union, that answered three questions. Energy costs are a huge concern for car manufacturers. It's a huge challenge.

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Get Ready for the New Era of Global Manufacturing

Harvard Business Review

According to recent McKinsey research (see " The $30 Trillion Decathlon "), consumption by developing economies could rise from $12 trillion annually in 2010 to $30 trillion in 2025, by which time these markets could account for nearly 70% of global demand for manufactured goods. Innovations Are Changing The Way We Design Products.

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Improving Innovation in Africa

Harvard Business Review

Young Africans are unleashing entrepreneurial energies as governments continue to enact reforms that improve business environments. According to McKinsey, youth unemployment in Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria, is around 50%. The same applies to affordable housing, energy, and water.

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The Comprehensive Business Case for Sustainability

Harvard Business Review

McKinsey reports that the value at stake from sustainability concerns can be as a high as 70% of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. For example, Bunge, an agribusiness firm, reported a $56 million quarterly loss in its sugar and bioenergy segments due to drought in 2010. Fostering innovation.

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Make Time for Time

Harvard Business Review

In his McKinsey Award winning 2010 HBR Article, " How Will You Measure Your Life? Clay Christensen writes, "Your decisions about allocating your personal time, energy, and talent ultimately shape your life's strategy." Companies with a clear purpose include Patagonia, Ikea, Nike, and Southwest.