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http://www.greenfestivals.org/washington-dc-2008/
http://www.greenfestivals.org/press-releases/the-worlds-largest-sustainable-living-event-returns-to-washington-dc-and-san-francisco/
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The World’s Largest Sustainable Living Event Returns to Washington DC and San Francisco
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Washington, DC (August 2008) - Returning to Washington DC and San Francisco, Green Festival™, a joint project of Global Exchange and Co-op America, is the largest and most diverse green living event in the country.
Now in its seventh year and in five cities nationwide, Green Festival™ brings together upwards to 175,000 attendees and is the world’s most authentic green living show, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability through extensive event-greening efforts.
At Green Festival™, there’s something for everyone: kid and teen activities, green film festival, live music, 150 speakers and workshops, a green marketplace with more than 350 local and national green businesses, and dozens of community and nonprofit groups.
Over the weekend in both cities, Green Festival™ attendees will explore the best in green: the latest in clean/green technology, green building, socially responsible investing, eco-fashion, natural body products, renewable energy, green careers and green-collar jobs, natural foods, eco-tourism, and more.
As the world goes green, Green Festival™, since its first event in 2002, has remained a model of environmental and social leadership, consistently providing the most up-to-date and authoritative information for consumers on every aspect of green living. Co-op America’s Green Business Network uses a stringent screening process to ensure all exhibitors and sponsors meet the best practices and highest standards for environmental integrity and social responsibility.
While many events and tradeshows are notoriously wasteful, Green Festival™ demonstrates an unmatched commitment to reducing impact by walking its green talk. Through the efforts of hundreds of volunteers and meticulous sorting procedures to reuse, recycle and compost, 97% of all show waste is recovered, translating into only 3% of the waste going into landfills.
An organic food court specializing in vegetarian culinary delights and an organic beer and wine garden make it a great place to spend the entire day or weekend!
“There are a million beautiful ways that people are working together to improve the health and ecosystems of our planet, to strengthen communities and build an enduring infrastructure,” states Green Festival director Denise Hamler. “Green Festival™ is the perfect place to bring them together for a weekend of joy and celebration and to congratulate and support one another.”
The next Green Festivals™ will take place in Washington DC, November 8-9 and San Francisco, Nov 14-15-16, 2008. |
http://www.netimpact.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=2002
Overview
Join Us in Philadelphia!!!
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is proud to host the 2008 Net Impact North America Conference, “The Sustainable Advantage: Creating Social and Environmental Value". On November 13-15, 2008, more than 1,800 graduate students and professionals will assemble in Philadelphia, PA to discuss how businesses and organizations can effectively address social and environmental challenges of the 21st century. The conference will foster enriching and inspirational discussion, present opportunities for professional development and networking, and challenge conventional definitions of success in the business field.
Comprised of keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking opportunities, case competitions, debates, and much more, the 2008 curriculum will feature cutting-edge business leaders from both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors on the following themes:
Attendees will also have the opportunity to pursue their career aspirations by networking with for and nonprofit companies at the 2008 Net Impact Career Expo.
Who Attends?
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MBA students and graduate students in business-related fields
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Professionals applying business skills to social and environmental issues in the private, public, and social sector
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Recruiters and sponsors
"The Net Impact conference opened my eyes to the world of opportunities for business to lead the charge to insure that people, planet and profit can co-exist. We can change the world and our generation of leaders will do so." - 2007 Net Impact Conference Attendee
"Standard business practices incorporate far more than revenue goals. Net Impact's annual conference is proof of the changing landscape and what it takes to be a leader in today's business world." - 2007 Net Impact Conference Attendee
"Attending the Net Impact conference truly changed the way I think about socially responsible businesses. I walked away from the conference realizing that I can use my talents and gifts to make a small personal "Net Impact" and make a contribution that will make a difference on the lives of others.” - 2006 Net Impact Conference Attendee
http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/EUUS-Workshop/
http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/EUUS-Workshop/EUUS-flier.pdf
In an increasingly globalized economy, science and technology careers extend beyond national boundaries. Universities and research institutes worldwide are addressing these developments by setting up exchange programs, double and/or joint degrees, and foreign campuses. Several EU-U.S. co-operation ventures promote the training and mobility of researchers and are likely to be further developed.
Join us as we work to
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Achieve a common understanding of the situation and main trends
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Identify key obstacles to increasing transatlantic mobility of students and researchers
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Discover ways and means for strengthening the exchange of scientists and engineers between the EU and the United States in quantitative and qualitative terms
Key Questions This Workshop Will Address
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How to stimulate the development of transatlantic degrees to attract more talented young people into science careers?
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What innovative curricula are needed to prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers to engage in global R&D careers?
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What scientist mobility schemes can best contribute to the building of lasting transatlantic networks of excellence?
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How the transatlantic mobility of scientists can best contribute to innovation in a global context?
Who Should Attend
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Research leaders and policy-makers at universities, research institutes, companies, ministries, agencies, and research promotion organizations concerned with international exchange of researchers
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Scientists with experience of research stay abroad
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