- March 3, 2009 - One of the most innovative clients of the Centre for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE), GAEA, took advantage of the ecological character of this year's carbon neutral Oscar Awards Ceremony. The first worldwide climate neutral olive oil, which was created in cooperation with the CSE, was one of the gifts that was given to the stars participating in this year's Oscars. GAEA and the CSE prove once again their high level environmental consciousness and sustainability awareness.

At the same time, this event was a premiere for CSE's first office in the United States, which was launched in Chicago. The Managing Director of CSE North America is Mr. Nick Andrews, a Sustainability specialist. CSE's Executive Director, Nikos Avlonas, said: "Having successfully promoted sustainable development solutions in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and Asia, CSE as the leading organization in its field is happy to announce the launch of CSE North America. Our objectives always were, and will continue to be, ones of globalizing sustainability, reconsidering existing business models and zero emissions; this is what we have been doing successfully for the past 4 years."

In celebration of the launch of its new office in Chicago, CSE is hosting its first ever Climate Competition, "Show Your Carbon Footprint". This initiative seeks to reward the most innovative and constructive concept for a Climate Neutral Event or Product. The winner of "Show Your Carbon Footprint" will receive complimentary services from CSE in support of developing its Carbon Neutral event. Concept proposals are now being accepted through its website www.cse-northamerica.org. Otherwise, contact Nick Andrews, Managing Director of CSE North America for further details of the initiative at Andrews@cse-net.org.

CSE offers a wide choice of comprehensive solutions for sustainable development and provides targeted support particularly in the following areas:

• Sustainability Management & Reporting


• Carbon Footprint Strategy and GHG measurement


• Green Marketing


• Performance Management


• Executive Training Workshops

OLD Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE)

OLD Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE)

The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is a global strategic advisory and training organization specialized in Sustainability with offices in Chicago, Athens and Brussels. As an international network of specialists and consultants, CSE provides organizations, governments, and institutions unique and advanced services to achieve Stakeholder Value across Operational and Organizational frameworks.

Working with both the public and private sector, CSE offers clients advanced methodologies that adhere to social and environmental criteria. Contributing to the formation of Responsible Business worldwide, CSE produces positive impacts, enhances best practice and promotes Sustainability and Excellence through key service areas.

With a unique network of international partners, CSE also offers training on Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and Climate Change in Europe, North America, Middle East and Asia. CSE is an approved training provider under the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), offering unique learning opportunities for professionals to earn global Certifications as Sustainability (CSR) Practitioners. CSE is a Carbon Neutral Organization since 2007 and issues an Annual Sustainability Report, based on the UNGC Principles.

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