A report by European environmental protection agencies that environment-friendly practices result in increased profits for businesses.
"The report by the heads of Europe's various environmental protection agencies, including the UK's EA, says that good environmental management and regulation not only promotes sustainability but also encourages economic competitiveness and increased profits...It also claims that regulation ensures employment, with almost 2.7 million British jobs linked to the environment."
FULL STORY: Report backs belief that environment is good for business
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