Are older workers more productive?
Fresh Thinking: A year-long study by BMW has proved that older workers are more productive than younger ones and the management consulting group, Accenture, has reported that older teams of workers have lower levels of staff turnover and absenteeism.
Energy co-ops bring energy by the people, for the people through social innovation
Just Means: When we think of community energy projects, we often look to the developing world, where local social innovation schemes bring energy by the people, for the people, and where these initiatives bring jobs in construction, operation and maintenance.
Setting up a social enterprise
Gov.uk: If you're starting a business that helps people or communities (a 'social enterprise'), you must choose a business structure.
Football course at Prestonpans helps develop work skills
East Lothian News: A shared passion for football has been helping unemployed young people in East Lothian to kick-start their careers.
A good steak, a good investment, and a good deed
Times of Israel: The Dualis Fund's 'venture philanthropy' is a way for investors to make money while doing something positive for society.
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