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BlogNews (December 2, 2010 ) The Green America Seal of Approval is your key to many of the most effective marketing doorways.
Green America, seal of approval, green america seal of approval

BlogNews (October 7, 2010 ) Hershey, one of the largest and oldest chocolate manufacturers in the US, released its first-ever corporate social responsibility report.
Hershey, corporate, corporate responsibility, corporate social responsibility

BlogNews (September 20, 2010 ) Every year, Green Americans nominate their favorite green businesses for the People’s Choice award. Find out below who made the cut of the top ten most popular green businesses. Voting will be open till October 6, and the award will be announced…

BlogNews (July 1, 2010 )   Burlington, North Carolina is about to get a new cooperatively owned grocery store thanks to the organizing efforts of community members, including Eric Henry of  T.S. Designs and Green America board member. The project received a $…

Green American Magazine (July 24, 2010 ) A decade ago, coffee was the only Fair Trade product available in the US, and it was hard to find. Today shoppers can easily find a wide range of Fair Trade products in stores, with more to come. Globally, Fair Trade sales hit the $5 billion mark…

GAM Article (January 30, 2010 ) So much sugar in the world -- where is the organic sugar?
sugar, GMOs, fair trade

GAM Article (August 8, 2009 ) As plug-in electric hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) come to market, many consumers will need some basic questions answered before making the switch. Here’s what you need to know:   How does an EV or PHEV plug in? Would I…
cars, hybrid vehicle

GAM Article (August 8, 2009 ) Save money by walking or biking.
bikes, car sharing

GAM Article (June 26, 2009 ) A talk with a social activist who aided in the passage of the Green Jobs Act of 2007.
money, environment, social justice

GAM Article (January 31, 2009 ) The Green Festivals are diverting waste to recycling, compost, and then very minimally landfill in these “Parties with a Purpose."
zero waste

GAM Article (June 6, 2008 ) A variety of solar power incentives can bring the true price of a solar system down from the number on the price tag.
solar power

GAM Article (January 30, 2008 ) Why is Thailand the largest seafood exporter?
labor, Thailand, food

GAM Article (December 30, 2005 ) What should be your new goal for the new year?
finance, financials, business, health

Victories (September 8, 2009 ) Whole Foods agrees to sell Fair Trade products alongside their own whole trade products. (September 2009)

Victories (January 8, 2009 ) Dynegy canceled coal-fired power plants. After a campaign by Green America and allies, the utility announced it was cancelling its plans to build multiple coal-fired power plants.

Victories (September 6, 2008 ) Ford agrees to introduce more hybrid and plug-in cars and stops promoting ethanol as a clean fuel source.

Victories (June 15, 2006 ) Dominion cancels 3 coal-fired power plants. (June 2006)

Victories (September 15, 2003 ) Procter & Gamble committed to sell Fair Trade Certified™ coffee products through its speciality coffee division, Millstone

Green Living Piece (August 16, 2009 ) Buying organic flowers protects your family, workers, and the environment, and they're easier to find than ever.
organic flowers

Green Living Piece (August 16, 2009 ) Thanks to a new generation of microfinance sites, you can become an investor in communities around the world with a small loan.
small loan