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BlogNews ( ) Every September during Climate Week, corporations rush to make commitments on climate change. But what do these companies really stand for?
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BlogNews ( ) For The Mattress Still Matters, researchers investigate baby mattresses from a number of companies on their materials and company disclosures.
baby mattress, crib, mattress, organic, baby products, Naturepedic, lullaby earth, ikea, serta, clean mattress, health and safety, organic baby products, the mattress still matters
BlogNews ( ) Here are 10 organizations ensuring your vote is counted, encouraging voter registration, and stopping voter suppression.
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BlogNews ( ) The Green Business Network at Green America is proud to highlight Latinx-owned green businesses this month.
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BlogNews ( ) This year has been a tough one for teachers and the many students and parents navigating the education system during the pandemic. Josh Mcguire, a program manager at the school gardening nonprofit Big Green, is familiar with this on both a personal…
Climate Victory Garden, gardening
BlogNews ( ) With COVID-19 millions of Americans will want to vote by mail. But the Trump Administration is removing USPS mailboxes and sorting machines which will make it difficult to process millions of ballots. Take action to ensure all citizens can vote.
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Green America in the News

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Green America in the News ( ) By Soyoung Ho, Thomson Reuters, September 25, 2020 Despite strong opposition from investor groups, a divided SEC on September 23, 2020, decided to finalize a rule that makes it more difficult for public company shareholders to bring proposals for…
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Press Release ( ) Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to undermine the shareholder resolution process and thereby the ability of investors to pressure corporations to be accountable for their social and environmental impacts
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Press Release ( ) Green America's Cool It campaign responds to Walmart's new goals: 100,000+ consumers say Walmart shouldn't put off curbing refrigerants.
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Press Release ( ) For the first time, business policyholders have publicly called on US insurers to drop coal, oil, and gas.
fossil fuels, fossil fuel divestment, American Sustainable Business Council, Insure Our Future, Green Business Network
Press Release ( ) After thousands of lawsuits linking plaintiffs’ cancer to glyphosate exposure, glyphosate should no longer be available for sale.
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Victories

Victories ( ) In response to over 100,000 consumers demanding progress from Walmart on refrigerants, Walmart announced that it will be transitioning to low-impact refrigerants for cooling and electrified equipment for heating in its stores, clubs, and data…
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GAM Article

GAM Article ( ) When community members step up to help each other, everybody benefits. Mutual aid has been around for centuries but has gained new relevance during the pandemic.
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GAM Article ( ) Staying safe doesn’t mean we have to stay silent. Take precautions to protest in a pandemic, but take a stand at the same time.
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Piece ( ) Take action on the climate by growing a Climate Victory Garden. Learn how with this toolkit for beginner gardeners.
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Green Business Member Profile ( ) Manufacturer of plant-based bamboo toothbrushes. USDA Certified 100% Biobased bristles. FSC® certified bamboo.

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Green Business Member Profile ( ) Fair Tribe -Curated artisan made, , fair trade home decor and jewelry.
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