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07-17-07
IFC to Launch Initiative to Protect Biodiversity in Agricultural Commodities Production
WASHINGTON, D.C.- July 17, 2007 "“ The expansion of agriculture is the leading cause of habitat loss around the world and one of the greatest threats to global biodiversity. IFC and the Global Environment Facility, with other donors and partners, will launch an initiative in...
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07-17-07
Starbucks Poises Organization for Continued Global Growth
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2007--With a focus on rapid global expansion, Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced the realignment of its executive management team leveraging its strength and experience to maximize operational resources and deliver a se...
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07-17-07
Investors' Circle Seeks Double-Bottom-Line Companies to Present at Fall Venture Fair: August 10 Application Deadline
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - July 17, 2007 - The Investors' Circle 2007 Fall Venture Fair seeks to feature the next generation of sustainable, mission-driven ventures. Over 200 institutional and individual investors are expected to attend the full-day event, which will showcase 20 co...
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07-17-07
Sector Skills Academy Graduates 19 Participants: Program Helps Build Leaders in Workforce Development
WASHINGTON, DC- July 17, 2007 "“ Nineteen professionals specializing in a type of workforce training known as "sectoral employment development" have completed a series of leadership workshops developed by the Aspen Institute’s Workforce Strategies Initiative (WSI) and Public...
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07-17-07
Green Computers Measure Up
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2007--The Green Electronics Council (GEC) today released a report measuring the environmental benefits from the sales of EPEAT registered "green" computers.
"Everyone wanted to know if buying 'green'...
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07-17-07
Cereplast Featured in the Los Angeles Business Journal
HAWTHORNE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2007--Cereplast(TM), Inc. (OTCBB:CERP), a producer of proprietary bio-based resins used as a substitute for petroleum-based plastics, was featured in the Los Angeles Business Journal in an article entitled "Plastic Fantastic" by H...
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07-17-07
Eva Longoria Joins with The Callaway Golf Foundation and Entertainment Industry Foundation for The Callaway Golf Foundation Challenge to Drive Breakthroughs in Ovarian Cancer
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2007--Award-winning actress Eva Longoria has been named the lead ambassador for a new public service campaign, created in partnership between the Callaway Golf Foundation and the Entertainment Industry Foundation, aimed at raising awarenes...
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07-16-07
Aspen Institute Announces International Public-Private Partnership to Assist Palestinian Businesses
WASHINGTON, DC- July 16, 2007 - The Aspen Institute, in partnership with the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and the Palestinian Investment Fund (PIF), today announced the launch of the Middle East Investment Initiative (MEII). MEII, an international collabor...
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07-16-07
REI Reaches Milestone in Boulder Store Renovation
SEATTLE "“ Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that its Boulder, Colo. prototype store has reached the second phase in its expansion and renovation. Upon completion, the store will ser...
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07-16-07
Threemile Canyon Farms and UFW Sign Collective Bargaining Ageement
BOARDMAN, OR- July 16, 2007- Threemile Canyon Farms and the United Farm Workers Union (UFW) announced today that they have entered into a collective bargaining agreement covering dairy and farm workers. The agreement, the first of its kind in Oregon, was ratified this week...
