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On Last Day of Conference, Al Gore Says: ‘Let’s Finish This’

Jennifer Berry, December 12th, 2008

Today at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Poznań, Poland, Al Gore spoke to delegates regarding the road ahead for climate change in a passionate address. "The goals we are reaching for are incredibly difficult," he said. Encouraging the delegates, Gore continued: "Once the process of change begins, once the momentum shifts, once the decisions are arrived ... read more

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EU Climate Deal What ‘the World Has Been Waiting For’

Jennifer Berry, December 12th, 2008

Leaders of the European Union reached a decision in Brussels, Belgium, today on a climate change package. Encompassing the 27 member countries of the EU, the plan will cut carbon emissions by 20 percent by 2020, compared with 1990 levels. EU leaders have been discussing the so-called "20/20/20" package to tackle climate change and concessions to limit its impact on struggling ... read more

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How to Make a Green Movie

Jennifer Berry, December 12th, 2008

At the recently held "Hollywood Goes Green" conference in Los Angeles, Calif., the results of Focus Features' pilot study on "greening" pre-production and production stages of its upcoming comedy, Away We Go, were released. The film reduced its carbon emissions and environmental impact during production earlier this year. As one of the first films to measure its carbon footprint, ... read more

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“Keys” To a Greener Planet

Lori Brown, December 12th, 2008

In an effort to reduce its global environmental footprint, Marriott International will begin using more recycled and eco-friendly products as part of its environmental strategy. The hotel chain will begin replacing old products with new, eco-friendly products effective immediately. Some of these products include: Recycled key cards - Marriott will begin replacing their 24 million plastic key cards purchased ... read more

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