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Green Hotels: Saving the earth or just saving money?

May 1st, 2008 · 1 Comment

There’s been a lot of buzz lately about all things Green; not just in our industry but across many sectors and jurisdictions.
With any industry, the reasons for adopting new business practices are driven by potential returns. The decision to go Green is no different. We can all call for change but ultimately, such […]

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Sub Prime Meltdown Part 1 / I blame the rating agencies

May 1st, 2008 · 1 Comment

Ever since this whole sub prime powder keg exploded, I’ve been saying to people that none of this would have happened without the rating agencies. To my surprise, most people have disagreed with me, however, rating agencies appear to be the latest casualties in this expanding crisis (as discussed further here).

So why do I […]

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