Düsseldorf > Wegen unlauterer Werbung für ihr Ökostrom-Angebot hat die Verbraucherzentrale Nordrhein-Westfalen zwei Stromanbieter abgemahnt. Das Berliner Unternehmen Flexstrom verzichte künftig darauf, mit Angst machender Super-GAU-Szenarien zum Wechsel von Atom- auf Ökostrom aufzurufen, teilten die Verbraucherschützer am Freitag in Düsseldorf mit. Zuvor habe der Anbieter auf seiner Internetseite mit einem Bild “mit Kraftwerks-GAU und AKW-Mitarbeitern [...]

ReportAlert.info - AMD (AMD:NYSE) publishes 2010 Corporate Responsibility Report 3BL Media (press release) (3BL Media / theCSRfeed) May 6, 2011 - AMD is pleased to present its 16th consecutive corporate responsibility report. This year's report covers some major changes for AMD and sets the company's future direction for corporate responsibility. ...

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A Rush to Standards? Why Corporate Responsibility Rating Systems Need Time Sustainable Business Forum For the last two weeks I've spent a lot of time in the deep-end of the Corporate Responsibility ratings pool. Last week I participated in a workshop here in Washington, DC organized by SustainAbility to reflect on the findings of their Rate the Raters ...

UPS (NYSE:UPS) has activated its newly-created Logistics Action Teams (LAT) to support the American Red Cross's relief efforts for victims of the recent tornadoes in the southeastern United States. Additionally, the company pledged an additional $100,000 to its original $500,000 commitment to the American Red Cross and made a $50,000 contribution to the Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter of the Red Cross, also earmarked for emergency relief for tornado victims. LATs were established in January to leverage UPS's transportation network, logistics expertise and far-reaching employee volunteer base for the benefit of the Red Cross during natural disasters and emergencies. The LAT approach was modeled after the World Food Programme's Logistics Emergency Teams, which utilize logistics experts from private companies like UPS in times of crisis. This is the first deployment of a UPS LAT team, one of four created so far and assigned to the Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter. In addition to Atlanta, UPS has trained LAT teams to work with the Red Cross in San Francisco, Houston and Louisiana. In addition to the Atlanta team's efforts, UPS also is managing emergency supply shipments to Alabama and Mississippi for the Red Cross's national office. "The UPS Logistics Action Team has been invaluable to our tornado relief operation," said Nancy Brockway, Chief Emergency Services Officer for Metro Atlanta Chapter of the American Red Cross. "Their expertise has helped us be more efficient in transporting meals and supplies to the families who so desperately need them." Mark Krause, a UPS operations division manager, is working directly with the Red Cross's Logistics Command Center in Atlanta. His current assignment is working with the local Red Cross Bulk Distribution Manager to help coordinate relief efforts in Georgia. Projects underway include:

• Bulk distribution of clean-up supplies to the hardest hit areas.
• Pick-up and delivery of hot meals to fixed feeding sites.
• Transportation of documents, equipment and supplies from warehouses to service delivery sites.
• Operation of daily pick-up and delivery routes between Red Cross warehouses and affected areas.

This week, UPS volunteers saw the benefits of recent donations of time and labor. On April 15 in Atlanta, the employees on their day off cut huge donated linoleum sheeting for use to protect school gymnasium floors used for shelters. That sheeting has been delivered to schools around the region. UPSers also got a "thank you" from the mayor of Geiger, Ala., who asked UPS to lend the town two 53-foot trailers to protect personal items that were retrieved after the storms. The Red Cross partnership and recent activation in the Southeast are extensions of The UPS Foundation's innovative use of logistics experts for humanitarian relief around the globe. Yuki Muramatsu, UPS Japan, has been assigned to the World Food Programme Logistics Emergency Team (LET) in Tokyo to support relief efforts for earthquake victims there. She began on March 23 and continues to serve as the LET lead coordinator, responsible for handling all incoming relief shipments for the WFP including warehouse management, customs clearance and transportation to the impacted areas. Other recent UPS humanitarian relief activities include grants to the Red Cross of Columbia (Cruz Roja Colombiana) after extensive floods and mudslides; shipments of relief supplies to refugees in Tunisia and Liberia for CARE and the UNHCR, respectively, and continued shipping of goods for Japan relief efforts. Since its founding in 1907, UPS has built a legacy as a caring and responsible corporate citizen, supporting programs that provide long-term solutions to community needs. Founded in 1951, The UPS Foundation, which celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2011, is responsible for facilitating employee involvement in the local, national and global communities. In 2010, UPS and its employees, active and retired, invested more than $95 million in charitable giving around the world. The UPS Foundation, which has urgent humanitarian relief as part of its core focus giving areas, can be found on the web at UPS.com/foundation. To get UPS news direct, visit pressroom.ups.com/RSS.

After three days at the 19th session of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development (CSD-19), I began thinking about how important women's leadership is to the tiered mission of Rio+20 also known as Earth Summit 2012 to help create a global green economy, and alleviate poverty. Over the course of the prep meetings earlier this year, and during CSD-19 this week, it became more clear to me why women need to have more control over the Earth's resources and the new technologies that can help to provide clean water, clean energy, clean air, and clean agriculture. With more power and training in the hands of women, particularly in developing countries, there will be more jobs for women, healthier communities, more education for girls, and population stabilization. With so much data that proves that women have a better track record for paying back micro-loans (even at higher rates), for protecting resources, and for investing money in their families and communities, it makes sense that empowering women is critical to the Rio+20 mission. On May 4th, the Democracy and Gender Equality Roundtable was held by UN Women, simultaneous to CSD-19. I was struck by the statistics that show how unrepresented women are in managerial roles in all walks of life, from board rooms to government positions. Worse than I thought actually. Without a seat at the table, women can have no voice. Some of the developing countries where families rule, presented another glitch. In these countries, when women are put in positions of power, it is often as a surrogate of their husbands and fathers. Questions were asked. Is this better or worse? I was reminded of the t-shirt worn by my friend, Jody Weiss, CEO of Peacemaker "Cause-metics" that reads, "I want my million bucks." The slogan refers to a factoid she offered that over the course of one’s lifetime, women in the same job make about $1 million dollars less than a comparable man. And Trish Karter, of Dancing Deer Bakery, standing on her head to show how upside down the proportion of women to men on boards is, and why turning this around can make a big difference in the world. One look at the speaker list at energy and oil conferences tells us where the power lies. As an affirmative action baby myself, I know I wouldn't have gotten my first job as a research diver for the State of California if there wasn't a quota to fill. But, as an ice diver, I was just as qualified as the male applicants. They just had never considered a woman before. I wondered about where I'd be? In the back office typing memos for my boss? On Thursday, May 5, I was invited by Osprey Orielle Lake to a Forum hosted by her Women's Earth and Climate Caucus, a gem of a side event beyond the walls of the United Nations, out there past the row of flags where women are collaborating to gain traction around climate change and other environmental issues. Which, incidentally, adversely affect women and children more than men. The Forum focused on global topics around water and food security, with presenters from NGOs and businesses, including my friend Ann Goodman, Executive Director of Women's Network for a Sustainable Future (WNSF), Joji Carino of Tebtebba Indigenous Peoples' International Centre, Donna Goodman, Director of Earth Child Institute, Anita Wenden of International Peace Research Association, and Bridget Burns, Program Director of WEDO - Women's Environment and Development Organization. This group of impressive women shared stories and strategies for adapting to and mitigating climate change. From there, I was cordially invited to a WEDO reception on Lexington Avenue, and some of us walked there together on what I would call an empowerment high. For me, WEDO was like discovering a treasure trove of international mentors and luminaries. Among other things, these highly educated and talented women have been working for twenty years to ensure that the environmental activities at the UN, benefit by a woman’s touch, or stronghold. Throughout the 1990’s WEDO played a key leadership role to ensure that gender was included in the outcomes of major UN conferences. In 2006, it was recognized with the Champions of the Earth award by UNEP and in 2010, WEDO received the Advocacy Award from the National Council for Research on Women. Their 20th anniversary conference will coincide with Rio+20. As the event wound down, Elizabeth "Liz" Thompson arrived, the Co-Coordinator of Rio+20. I can say I slept a little easier that night, knowing the Earth was in better hands than I thought. SEE: CSD-19 Can developed and developing countries find common-ground? by Martha Shaw May 3, 2011 on CSRwire. About Martha Shaw, M.Sc. Martha Shaw is a scientist and media contributor in clean technology and other topics. Martha has been named an Adweek Creative All Star and is the winner of international awards in communications. She is a member of the Climate Literacy Network, Fellow of the Explorers Club, board member of NYSES and CEO of Earth Advertising. NEWS FROM EARTH: * Ready for Rio? Find out how your green business can have a voice in the dialogue, and a seat at the table at COP-17 in Durban, South Africa, December 2011, and at Rio +20 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 2012. Learn more about the Green Business Initiative through Earth Advertising. * We are pleased to welcome our newest clients: New Leaf Paper, the earth's greenest 100% post-consumer paper, and Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve, the largest biosphere in the world. See PBS Frontline World, Rough Cut: Mexico: The Business of Saving Trees. *Earth Advertising is a green certified, women-owned enterprise, committed to healthy people, a healthy planet, and a healthy economy through 360º media campaigns, webgames, creative tools, and research in consumer conscience.

/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ - Today, United Way honored U.S. Bank with the 2011 Spirit of America® Award to recognize the company and its employees' commitment to improving the financial stability of individuals, families and local communities. Microsoft Corporation, Bank of America, Procter & Gamble and Dominion Resources, Inc. also received Summit awards for generosity, volunteerism and measurable community impact. "At a time when many families need extra help, U.S. Bank has demonstrated true leadership by dedicating their resources and people to improve financial stability through program grants, training, financial education and assistance, community service, and more," said Brian Gallagher, president and CEO of United Way Worldwide. "Their commitment, and that of these other model corporate citizens, is truly improving lives." As part of the 2010 U.S. Bank United Way campaign, Richard Davis, chairman, president and chief executive officer for U.S. Bancorp, the parent company of U.S. Bank, called U.S. Bank employees to action, asking them to "Dare to Dream" of a community where everyone could live a healthy life. Employees responded wholeheartedly, leading U.S. Bank to a $12.5 million United Way campaign - an 11% increase from the previous year. In 2010, U.S. Bank provided $38 million in total charitable giving (including United Way), an increase of 24%. Further, over 36,000 U.S. Bank employees (60%) volunteered, helping hundreds of thousands of people with home buying, basic banking and more. "It is an honor to be recognized by United Way, an organization that truly makes a difference by providing a wide variety of services and assistance to those in need in communities across the country," said Davis. "I am especially proud of our employees whose contributions, service and partnership with United Way have helped to make our communities stronger, healthier and more vibrant places to live, work and play." U.S. Bank provided $25.8 million to support programs focused on financial education, job training, affordable housing and more - representing 75% of the bank's overall charitable giving. Plus, U.S. Bank boosted its fundraising efforts for United Way and 25,000 other qualifying charities by offering triple FlexPoints to customers who used their FlexPerks Visa card to make charitable contributions. Donations made via the card increased overall by 22% and donations specifically to United Way increased 45%. In addition to the 2011 Spirit of America Award, United Way presented Summit Awards for exceptional community results to these corporate leaders:

• Microsoft partnered with United Way in multiple ways including Gulf Coast oil spill support, software and grants, plus a companywide auction, photography book and employee donations – overall providing $14.3 million in cash, software and in-kind donations to United Way, part of the $603 million in cash, software, and matching of employee contributions to charitable organizations and causes around the world in 2010. Microsoft also supported United Way's focus on education by serving on the Campaign for the Common Good education launch panel, partnering with United Way during the NFL Half Time Show to promote InterroBang, an interactive online educational game for kids, and providing software and expertise for the online components of United Way's education town hall, plus local support for United Way of King County's Parent-Child Home Program to help low-income families prepare for kindergarten. Microsoft's General Counsel, Brad Smith was the co-chair of United Way of King County this year, and Microsoft employees logged more than 72,490 volunteer hours toward education projects and 363,000 hours overall. Since 2006, Microsoft has doubled the number of employees volunteering plus provided $23 million in matching grants, with a $17/hour donation for employees volunteering 10 or more hours.
• Procter & Gamble and its employees demonstrated their commitment to touch and improve lives by contributing time, cash and product to United Way organizations around the world last year, including raising almost $16 million for local communities through employee campaigns. In concert with the Company's Live, Learn and Thrive program that helps children get off to a healthy start, receive access to education, and build skills for life, P&G; helped expand the reach of United Way organizations around the world. For instance, P&G; provided support for the creation of United Way chapters in Panama and Honduras, and supported on-going efforts in Mexico, Chile, Brazil, Canada, and the U.S. Through efforts like these P&G; has benefited more than 210 million children globally since 2007 - on its way to reaching 300 million by 2012. Plus, P&G; provided support to United Way of Greater Cincinnati's Winning Beginnings and Success By 6 early childhood education programs and the Born Learning program in Latin America. In addition to employee financial donations, more than 5,000 P&Gers; volunteered more than 37,000 hours to United Way agencies last year, including more than 145 team volunteer events, a 453% increase over the previous year.
• Bank of America has invested more than $450 million with United Way since 1999, taking a leadership role as the largest financial institution supporter for more than 10 years. The bank was the first financial institution to nationally support United Way's Financial Stability Partnership through $4.5 million in grants in addition to employee volunteers, providing free tax preparation and filing assistance to lower-income working families, resulting in 1.5 million free tax returns and $2 billion in total tax refunds. In addition, the bank is also the national founding partner of United Way's one-stop centers which bring a range of social services under one roof to increase people's economic self-sufficiency. In 2010, bank employees donated more than $25 million to basic human services supported by United Way and donated thousands of hours as part of more than one million volunteer hours contributed to local communities last year.
• Dominion and its philanthropic arm, The Dominion Foundation, granted $24 million in 14 states, including supporting United Way of Southeastern Connecticut's heating assistance program and food center. Dominion also provided $4.5 million in EnergyShare heating and cooling assistance. In 2010, Dominion employees volunteered 150,000 hours, a 20% increase over 2009. Dominion's focus on supporting the communities it serves is clear: Employees participating in the Speaker Bureau program spoke at 91 different schools and civic organizations in 2010; the company created STEM endowments for New England Public Schools, including "Worm World" outreach; and Dominion piloted a new higher education grants program in Virginia, focusing on workforce development. The program has been expanded to 10 states for 2011. Dominion is a leader and key sponsor of Greater Richmond and Petersburg United Way's Women's Leadership Initiative where 75 Dominion employees are members, focusing on supporting childcare centers.

The Spirit of America and Summit Awards program, now in its 24th year, is United Way's highest national honor for a corporation, recognizing the United Way Global Corporate Leadership company with the most comprehensive commitment to improving lives and strengthening communities. Applicants are evaluated by corporate peers, labor representatives and local United Ways. About United Way United Way is a worldwide network in 40 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. It advances the common good, creating opportunities for a better life for all by focusing on the three key building blocks of education, income and health. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. LIVE UNITED® is a call to action for everyone to become a part of the change. For more information about United Way, please visit: LIVEUNITED.org. About U.S. Bank U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB), with $311 billion in assets as of March 31, 2011, is the parent company of U.S. Bank, the fifth largest commercial bank in the United States. The company operates 3,082 banking offices in 25 states and 5,238 ATMs and provides a comprehensive line of banking, brokerage, insurance, investment, mortgage, trust and payment services products to consumers, businesses and institutions. Visit U.S. Bancorp on the web at www.usbank.com.

Much of the action at the CSD-19 takes place in informal discussions in the United Nations Lawn Building's Vienna Café, its lounge areas and during the various side events. Because the CSD-19 is concentrating on a global green economy, sustainable consumption and production, and related issues, there is more focus on business than ever before. I was able to catch up with Felix Dodds, Executive Director of the Stakeholder Forum. It was a good opportunity to get to the bottom of one topic that has been on my mind lately. That is, how the pioneers, leaders, local enterprises and entrepreneurs of triple bottom line businesses could be included in the process, as the Member States struggle to facilitate a new global green economy. I asked Felix how how green business leaders might help lead the world closer to a global green economy, the goal of Rio+20 in June 2012. "I think we need to make it more attractive for companies to become involved as we look at the issues through the different lenses of energy, water, agriculture and food security, and cities," said Felix Dodds. "There are lots of good positive examples where companies are bringing new ideas to the challenges we face." "It's very difficult to represent global businesses in their many different forms. Note that many global organizations that do exist tend to represent multinational corporations. Entrepreneurs and small and medium sized businesses are less represented without an obvious place to have a voice. But, the approach of the UN is not to exclude the others." As background, The Working Group at the CSD-19 which represents business, is called Business and Industry. It is comprised presently of three organizations: International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) and the United States Council for International Business. For Rio+20, the UN has cast a wider net. Originally under the direction of Chad Holliday, Chairman of the Board of Bank of America, a group called BASD 2012 was created as a coordinating partner for business, a temporary coalition of business organizations to ensure that the voice of business is heard in Rio. BASD 2012 is a joint initiative of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBSD) and the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). So, how can other organizations, like the business supporters and partners of the American Sustainable Business Council, for instance have a voice in the negotiations? The importance of capturing the triple bottom line vision and perspectives, experiences, ideas, innovations, and policy recommendations of pioneering green business leaders would be an essential contribution to the Earth Summit 2012. The Summit serves as an important opportunity and rallying point for the world community to accelerate and scale-up the transition to a low-carbon, more resource efficient and ecosystem-conserving global green economy. This Guardian article captures both the potential opportunity and possible pitfalls that the Summit represents. At this juncture, the usual global multinationals, through the various industry associations mentioned, are poised to provide the dominant business perspective and input to the Summit on their vision and recommendations for a transition to the global green economy. What is sorely missing are the lessons and the perspectives of pioneering green business leaders and entrepreneurs who have shown early vision, leadership and commitment to transforming the sustainability of industrial processes: These companies need to voice and demonstrate that their sustainable 'green' business models can drive both the bottom line through consumer demand and the 'top' line through innovation, new markets and new business opportunities. Felix Dodds suggested that new groups should be welcome to join the dialogue, and noted that The Stakeholder Forum was founded to help stakeholders stay informed and become involved in processes such as Rio+20 do (www.earthsummit2012.org). As the Commission on Sustainable Development works laboriously for two weeks on a framework and set of principles for a green economy, they are blazing new trails through unknown territory, and are bound to face some resistance from some well-funded entities that might be resistant, because of legitimate restraints in our present system, to letting go of business as usual. It’s going to take all hands on deck, and perhaps a major consciousness shift among both consumers and business. An eco-system in which 20% of the people consume 80% of the resources will collapse quickly. This may be the biggest challenge man has faced in evolution. In wrapping up our conversation, I asked Felix Dodds, who just published his new book Biodiversity-and Ecosystem Insecurity: A Planet in Peril, what a green economy would look like. "I think that no one understands the green economy yet," said Mr. Dodds. "There are many components and we must put our heads together." So, there we have it. A call to action, a call to "create a vision" of what a fair and just economy could look like, and what it will take to build it. SEE: CSD-19 Can developed and developing countries find common-ground? by Martha Shaw May 3, 2011 on CSRwire. About Martha Shaw. M.Sc. Martha Shaw is a contributing writer in clean technology and other topics. Martha has been named an Adweek Creative All Star and is the winner of international awards in communications, as well as a scientist. She is a member of the Climate Literacy Network, Fellow of the Explorers Club, board member of NYSES and CEO of Earth Advertising. NEWS FROM EARTH: * Ready for Rio? Find out how your green business can have a voice in the dialogue, and a seat at the table at COP-17 in Durban, South Africa, December 2011, and at Rio +20 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 2012. Learn more about the Green Business Initiative through Earth Advertising. * We are pleased to welcome our newest clients: New Leaf Paper, the earth's greenest 100% post-consumer paper, and Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve, the largest biosphere in the world. See PBS Frontline World, Rough Cut: Mexico: The Business of Saving Trees. *Earth Advertising is a green certified, women-owned enterprise, committed to healthy people, a healthy planet, and a healthy economy through 360º media campaigns, webgames, creative tools, and research in consumer conscience.

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Organization: Villgro Foundation

Location: IN

The Villgro Fellowship is a one year program that builds social leaders. The program has been established by Villgro in lines with its mission of empowering rural development by identifying and incubating innovative social enterprises. In the last 3 years, 14 Villgro Fellows have brought sustainable change in the lives of the rural poor.

Vision:  The Villgro Fellowship aims to cultivate a pipeline of future leaders, who have the social commitment, leadership and operational skills to bring about sustainable change in rural India, using principles of social entrepreneurship, while filling a critical talent gap within Villgro's incubatee companies.

Who can apply?

Passionate professionals who want to apply their skills to practical solutions to create social impact. They have worked (usually but not a mandatory condition) in one or more of the following functions - Strategic Planning, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Sales and marketing, design, IT and Operations.

Post Fellowship, Villgro Fellows have gone on to:

• Work for social enterprises
• Study entrepreneurship and policy in schools such as Wharton, MIT, John Hopkins
• Consult social enterprises

Application process and selection process:

Visit www.villgro.org for details.

Application deadline - May 20, 2011

Fellowship start date - Sept. 12, 2011

Fellowship expenses and travel:

Villgro will provide Rs 25,000/- per month to cover housing, meals and incidental costs. In addition travel costs from your current location to Chennai and back by the shortest route will be reimbursed. Travel costs for Villgro related meetings during the fellowship will also be reimbursed by Villgro.

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Organization: Partners Worldwide

Location: UG

General Description:

Partners Worldwide walks alongside Talanta Finance Ltd., a small micro finance service institution, in operation since 2006, with the aim of providing micro credit services to the poor community at a favorable interest rate. It serves clients in war affected, high-density urban and rural areas of the Gulu district located in Northern Uganda. Talanta Finance is based on Christian business values and is a Local Business Affiliate (LBA) of Partners Worldwide. Its other activities include providing training, mentoring and access to capital to Small and Medium businesses, as well as micro credit and agricultural loans. The leadership of Talanta Finance partner with a Global Business Affiliate (GBA) of Partners Worldwide. The GBA provides international mentoring in specializations, encouragement, accountability, networking and fundraising support to Talanta Finance.

The primary focus of this internship is to assist in the improvement and implementation of Microfinance service delivery to the business community.

Qualifications/Experience: The Partners Worldwide Uganda Intern will be required to uphold Christian principles and demonstrate exemplary servant leadership at all times as a God image bearer; be prepared to work on tight schedules and meet deadlines; and be flexible and a team player. In addition, demonstrate ability to relate well with Partners Worldwide leaders in the promotion of God’s Kingdom through business development programs. Essential qualities for this position include: Mature Christian faith with an understanding of Business as Ministry; Compassionate, respectful of other cultures and emotionally stable; Fluent in English and sensitive to adopting other types of English; Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision as well as interdependently; Leadership skills; Intern or job experience in organizational development and program management; Intern or job experience in accounting, marketing, and basic business management; Knowledge of and capability to work with; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Skype (or similar telecommunications program) and Loan performer software (www.loanperformer.com)

Education and/or Experience: Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance major or Business Administration is preferred; Minimum of 6 to 12 months of cross-cultural experience

Learn more at http://www.partnersworldwide.org/get-involved/internships/

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/PRNewswire/ - Joe Sacks, CEO of MoralEyes, and his team hand delivered 2,600 pairs of reading glasses and sunglass readers to the offices of the New Jersey based, non-profit organization New Eyes for the Needy, bringing the company's total amount of donated glasses to 3,800 pairs. On Wednesday May 4th, 2011, The MoralEyes team traveled in a "Zipcar" minivan to meet with New Eyes volunteers while touring their Fabulous Finds boutique and sorting facilities. The day progressed with a collaboration of ideas as MoralEyes members brainstormed with Susan Dyckman, New Eyes Executive Director, and Jake Dalton, a seasoned New Eyes veteran who has been volunteering with the organization for over 17 years. Among the potential ideas generated at the meeting was the inclusion of return mailers with product packaging for retail customers. This unique solution, meant to encourage consumers to recycle their old glasses by sending the donations directly to New Eyes, could potentially double MoralEyes' contribution to the New Eyes mission. MoralEyes is a Park Slope, Brooklyn based wholesaler and retailer of modern reading glasses and accessories. Inspired by Blake Mycoskie of Toms Shoes, the company currently donates one pair of reading glasses to New Eyes for the Needy for every pair of glasses sold. Non-profit New Eyes for the Needy is committed to providing eyeglasses to children and adults in need across the United States and in developing countries around the world. The charitable organization issues 80 eyeglass vouchers per week to the poor that are redeemable at participating opticians. In the past year, New Eyes for the Needy provided eyeglasses to 4,102 needy residents of the U.S. and 200,000 poor people in developing nations, enabling children to succeed in school, adults to secure jobs and senior citizens to read medicine labels by improving their eyesight. The organization's 2010-11 budget was projected to run flat but it has benefited from an increased attendance at its fundraiser "See for Change II" in March, and from MoralEyes donations. Apart from its philanthropic goals, MoralEyes has begun taking environmentally conscious steps to reduce its carbon footprint; with a wind energy powered office supplied by ConEdison Solutions, an increased use of 100% post-consumer papers in its production and workflow, and minimized packaging. MoralEyes reading glasses, sun-readers and accessories are available for retail purchase on Amazon.com, MoralEyes.Com, and select retailers. MoralEyes is currently seeking sales representatives and additional retailers in many territories. Inquiries should be directed to Wholesale@MoralEyes.Com. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/over-2400-pairs-of-new-eyeglasses-donated-by-moraleyes-to-new-eyes-for-the-needy-121360124.html. Related Links: MoralEyes Website MoralEyes Facebook Page MoralEyes LinkedIn Page MoralEyes Amazon Retail Page New Eyes For the Needy Website

MyFreightWorld (MYFT) has closed on an agreement with Anaheim, California-based Freight Management (FMI), a provider of freight services.

Cargotec has received an order for 12 Kalmar E-One2 rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes, from Santos Brasil, a South America-based container terminal operator.

OSI Systems’ security division, Rapiscan Systems has received a multimillion dollar contract to provide the Eagle R60 Rail scanner and associated installation and operator training services to an unnamed Eastern European country.

Are you able to manage the day-to-day operations of the leading sustainability program in sugarcane?

Do you wish to work for the leading certification program in sugarcane at the cutting edge of sustainability?

Are you capable of leading the mainstream sustainability program for sugarcane into the next phase?

We are looking for someone to join our Sustainability team.

The Director, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) will have primary responsibility for contributing to building and leading BSR's work with companies headquartered in EMEA-region as well as regional business units of other BSR members.

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Mallen Baker questions whether nuclear power's legacy is too long for it to be a viable short-term energy fix

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Although companies are working hard to improve efficiency in their own facilities, the real potential to cut energy comes from leadership among global supply chains.

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A nearly half-million-dollar EPA grant will help Oakland-based public agency StopWaste spread the benefits of reusable transportation packaging around the country.

As the FT notes: A record plunge in oil prices led the sharpest sell-off in commodities in two years as investors fled the market amid mounting concern over the strength of the global recovery. So much for rational markets working on the basis of rational expectations. Yet again we’ve been scrwed by irrational expectations of greedy speculators. The consequence is [...]

The FT notes this morning that the Republicans in the US are divided over their Medicare plans. I guess that any rational observer won’t be to surprised about that. A budget plan that guarantees most elderly people in the US will be left without adequate health care at the time in their lives when they’ll need it [...]

I was talking to someone of considerable expertise on tax haven / secrecy jurisdiction issues about Jersey and Guernsey foundations. He pointed out the real reason for them, and I quote: I read your piece about foundations. A point you might consider – the main reason for the foundation law was to avoid fiduciary responsibility. A number of court decisions [...]

Green councillors have held on to seats in England as well as trying to make inroads by attempting to get thier first Assembly Member in Wales.

England's household recycling rate now stands at 40.3% according to Defra's latest quarterly figures.

Bord Gais has written off Euro 26.4 million in bad debt due to customer arrears.