In Response to Elizabeth S post

Why haven't more companies gone green?
I feel that the reason most companies haven't gone green is due to the costs. Most environmentally friendly equiptment and supplies are expensive. This is most likely due to the fact that it is not in high demand and they haven't been able to look into cheaper ways to become environmentally friendly. If there was more of a demand for more companies to go green I feel as if the companies promoting going green would look for cheaper ways to make everyone become a part of the cause.
I also feel like the cost is important when it comes to companies trying to transition into becoming green. They would have to change either their products that were not earth friendly to being earth friendly. They would also have to change thie facilities and officies, vehicles they list could be endless. This is would generate a large cost and with the way the economy is going most companies can't afford to do all of this. Also, by going green they aren't generating a profit. They are just helping the environment. This can have an affect because they are changing their product for the good of the environment, not for a monetary gain.
Do you think that if the government were to provide companies with an incentive to go green, this would cause more companies to take action?