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UPS Earns Top Score Among U.S. Firms on Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index

Metro ATL News Friday, 14 September 2012

Recognized as World-Class Sustainability Leader In the S&P's Industrials Sector

For the second consecutive year, UPS has received the highest score in the 2012 Carbon Disclosure Project's "Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index" of S&P companies, receiving a 99 out of 100.

UPS is one of only two U.S. companies to achieve the high score, reflecting the company's commitment to transparency and leadership with regards to carbon reporting and performance in mitigating environmental impact. UPS is the only company from the Standard & Poor's 500 (S&P) Industrials sector to receive the highest score. Only four companies in the world received scores of 99 or higher.

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Colony Square Hosts Eco-Event Series for World Green Building Week

Metro ATL News Thursday, 13 September 2012

Property aims to raise awareness of and highlight sustainable practices at work, home and in the community

Colony Square Midtown will host a weeklong series of eco-inspired events during World Green Building Week (WGBW), September 17^th- 21^st. Each event has been designed to spotlight the green initiatives of both Tishman Speyer, the property management company that runs the multi-use complex, and the building’s retail and office tenants. At the same time, the WGBW events will educate the community about small, sustainable practices that make a big difference.

The week’s events will include a community farmer’s market, an after-work cocktail party and an “Eco-lounge” experience. Programs will be sponsored by Colony Square, building tenants, and external vendors, all of whom are working to help decrease the carbon footprint.

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Statement from John Somerhalder, Chairman of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Board of Directors on Change in Leadership

Metro ATL News Wednesday, 12 September 2012

“The Atlanta BeltLine remains the single most compelling vision for the future of Atlanta. It came to fruition through deep, broad and passionate grassroots support that brought communities across this city together like never before. That foundation of public support is still the bedrock of the Atlanta BeltLine and remains the single most important element in moving the project forward. The progress we have made with the help of the community and our strong and numerous partners will continue as we realize this powerful vision for the future of our city.

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Georgia Natural Gas® Presents the TrueBlue Community Awards

Metro ATL News Sunday, 09 September 2012

"The Energy to Make a Difference" Apply Now! GNG to Present $50,000 in Grants to Nonprofits

Georgia Natural Gas^® (GNG), Georgia's leading natural gas provider, will award a total of $50,000 in grants to Georgia-based nonprofits on November 15, 2012. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the communities served by GNG are invited to apply for a grant now through the September 30, 2012 application deadline.

Georgia Natural Gas is proud to recognize our state's outstanding community organizations. TrueBlue Community Awards acknowledge the effort and dedication of community organizations working hard to bring about positive, lasting change through programs in four key focus areas.

The Focus Areas:

Children and Education – Initiatives that improve the educational, mental, social, cultural, health and wellness of children.
Seniors – Initiatives or projects that provide direct services for seniors such as meals, home repair, social and recreational activities, and independent living assistance.
Energy Assistance - Projects that facilitate and offer access to energy assistance, home weatherization activities, and energy-saving repairs for vulnerable individuals and families – especially seniors and the disabled.
Environment/Sustainability – Projects that promote the conservation of natural resources in Georgia through direct activities and education – especially within the residential sector and neglected communities.

To Apply:
Visit www.onlygng.com to complete or download an application. Completed applications may be uploaded to Georgia Natural Gas electronically, or submitted by postal mail.

TrueBlue Community Awards
Georgia Natural Gas
817 W. Peachtree Street
Suite 1000
Atlanta, Georgia 30308

"The TrueBlue Community Awards were established in 2011 to help create meaningful, lasting change in communities throughout Georgia by recognizing our state's outstanding nonprofit organizations and the extraordinary work they perform for Georgians," says Maurice Baker, manager of community relations for the Atlanta-based company. "The response from every corner of Georgia was so overwhelming last year, we knew we had to do it again this year."

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Doug Hooker: failed transportation referendum is not the “final word”

Metro ATL News Friday, 07 September 2012

Despite the failed regional transportation referendum, the region can not give up when it comes to improving metro Atlanta’s transportation system.

That was the bottom line message that Doug Hooker, executive director of the Atlanta Regional Commission, shared at the Atlanta Regional Housing Forum Wednesday morning.

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26 Cobb Schools Receive Clean Air School Designation From the Clean Air Campaign

Metro ATL News Thursday, 06 September 2012

Twenty-six Cobb County Schools received the Clean Air School designation from the Clean Air Campaign! These schools are among more than 300 across Georgia to participate in action-based learning projects focused on reducing air pollution and educating students about sustainability and air quality. Schools are encouraged to implement a “No Idling” program and promote school bus ridership and carpools in lieu of single-driver drop-offs! The new Clean Air Schools in Cobb include: