North Carolina firm Unifi makes recycled yarn from an unexpected source. Matt Nesto Reports.CNBC

The De Beers Fund, one of the Diamond company's social investment vehicles, distributed more the 3 million dollars through 213 different projects in South Africa last year. Among their chief concerns - supporting healthcare. Scott Cohn Reports.CNBC

Three years ago Valley Forge Fabrics gave itself an environmental makeover. It reinvented many of its products - turning to the eucalyptus tree for much of its luxurious fabrics - and changed it processes. But the South Florida-based firm still need to cut its carbon footprint so it turned to UPS. Melissa Lee reports.…

From your home washing machine to industrial mining equipment - Las Vegas-Firm Power Efficiency Corp has a technology that helps the motors inside save energy. Melissa Francis reports.CNBC

A new take on a old european technique - one Santa Rosa, CA vineyard has an innovation it hopes will cut costs and increase wine sales. Scott Cohn reports.CNBC

67 percent of the world's population could be without access to save water supplies by 2030, according to a UN report. Companies like Dow Chemical want to change that. Mary Thompson Reports.CNBC

A burger chain seeks to elevate it's profits by seeking out better ingredients. Bertha Coombs reports.CNBC

Water may be one of Gatorade's main ingredients, but that doesn't stop the manufacturer from cutting back on consumption. Julia Boorstin Reports.CNBC

Demand for recycled paper products is growing and the industry is booming. Bill Griffeth reports.CNBC

In business, more eyes on your company could lead to more profit. That's just one formula for success, and it's worked for camera manufacturer, Canon. Melissa Francis reports.CNBC

Duke energy is changing the way it thinks about energy production, relying more on innovation to build a better electric grid. Bertha Coombs reports.CNBC

The Frito Lay company is taking things into its own hands and working towards energy independence. Bertha Coombs reports.CNBC

When the world's leaders descend on pittsburgh for the G-20 meetings - They will be met by a city in the midst of a revival. A revival led by organizations like the Phippps Conservatory. Melissa Francis reports.CNBC

Steven Leer, Arch Coal CEO, joins Becky quick at the National Energy Summit to discuss renewable energy, clean coal, energy demand and the economy.CNBC

Waterproof, durable, and infinitely recyclable. A new material enters the paper market. Mandy Drury Reports.CNBC

With Consumers and businesses alike working towards a greener planet, the Home Depot's Eco Options brand offers products focused on sustainable forestry, energy efficiency, a healthy home, clean air and water conservation. Squawk Box interviews Carol Tome, CFO of the Home Depot.CNBC

New counters, new flooring, new lighting...some Mcdonald's around the world are getting a new look. Sharon Epperson Reports.CNBC

As a charter member of the Environmental Protection Agency's climate leader program, Raytheon made a commitment to reducing emissions. To meet its goals, the firm took on the heart of its network. Mary Thompson reports.CNBC

Stone Creek Golf Club in Oregon City, Oregon strives to operate its course in a way that impacts the land as little as possible.CNBC

The Clinton Climate Initiative, Rocky Mountain Institute, Johnson Controls and Jones Lang Lasalle have joined forces to transform one of the most iconic buildings in the world - The Empire State Building. Scott Cohn reports.CNBC

Monsanto beleives its hybrid and biotechnology seeds are a solution for the world's burgeoning food demand. Melissa Francis reports.CNBC

Adam Werbach, author of Stratgey for Sustainability, says companies are focusing on building sustainable businesses in a post resession world and they are using North Star Goals as guides.CNBC

Nicos Polymers specializes in recycling and redistributing complex plastics - everything from medical grade tubing to toys. And its seeing a big jump in demand for its services. Mary Thompson reports.CNBC

AT and T Wants to bring 100 thousand students into its officers over the next few years. This program - called Aspire - is designed to address workforce readiness. Darren Rovell reports.CNBC

Ray Anderson's sustainable journey started 15 years ago with a simple customer question - "What are you doing for the environment?" He and his company interface have been working to answer that question ever since. Bertha Coombs reports.CNBC

Because of its size - every sustainable stride Walmart makes has a significant impact on the way others do buisness. Even at the local level. Rebecca Jarvis explains.CNBC

Kimpton hotel and restaurant group is diving in with a new eco friendly menu option. Darren Rovell reports.CNBC

Brooklyn based Habana Outpost puts sustainable ideas to work in everything from its cutlery made from potato starch to its chandilier lit by sunlight. Rebecca Jarvis has more.CNBC

Autodesk wants to make sustainable design easier for the people using its software to create everything from chairs to buildings to bridges. Melissa Francis reports.CNBC

Adopting a four day work week is just one of the ways Full Sail Brewing Company cuts back on its water and energy use. Sustainability can be found in every drop of brew. Rebecca Jarvis takes a closer look.CNBC

Water conservation is fast becoming a critical component of green building - says a new report from McGraw Hill Construction.CNBC

The Congressional Budget Office released a report last week finding that cap-and-trade energy legislation would cost the average American household $175 a year. Larry Bossidy, fmr. CEO of Honeywell, and CNBC's David Faber discuss.CNBC

YRC Worldwide is moving full speed ahead with a company wide tune-up, trying to become more environmentally friendly.CNBC

The House could vote on the climate bill as early as this week. The bill contains the highly debated "Cap-And-Trade" program, aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions. Squawk Box guest host, Missouri Senator Kit Bond, sounds off - it's today's People, Planet and Profit report.CNBC

Outdoor apparel maker Patagonia measures sustainability performance - But its report comes in a form more reflective of the company's unique corporate culture.CNBC

Known for mobile and manufactured housing, Clayton Homes is embracing sustainability and a modern esthetic with its newest model called the I-House.CNBC

The push for sustainability in business may seem like a fad but for growing number of firms it’s becoming an integral part of operations.CNBC