About Our Co-Hosts for the 2010 “Green” Holiday Party
The Green Business Chamber-of-Commerce for Texas—
Developing the Texas Green Business Sector and Accelerating the Adoption of Sustainable Business Practices in the Texas Business Community.
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By promoting cleaner energy, cleaner government, cleaner cars and cleaner air for all Texans, we hope to provide for a healthy place to live and prosper. We are Public Citizen.
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SEED Coalition works for clean air and clean energy, advocating for energy efficiency and solar, wind and geothermal energy. We’re working to improve building codes and get municipal utilities and co-ops to strengthen clean energy programs. SEED Coalition actively opposes dirty and dangerous coal plants and nuclear reactors, and is leading legal opposition to four nuclear reactors proposed in Texas. Membership is free and volunteers are welcome.
To explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
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Design~Build~Live exists to share, practice, promote and nurture natural building and sustainable living. DBL was created by and for those who desire to live full, joyful lives that support the human spirit and honor the Earth and all her beings. We seek to design and build our homes, buildings, landscapes and entire lives thoughtfully, respectfully and beautifully. Among our offerings are monthly presentations, classes, hands-on workshops, and special educational events.
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Helping Austinites lead the way as stewards of the planet’s resources, creating healthy home and work environments and contributing to a thriving local economy.
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Net Impact Austin is a network of professionals and entrepreneurs, in the Austin metro-area, creating a better and more sustainable world. We are a registered 501(c)3 and a professional chapter affiliate of Net Impact, a global membership organization of students, professionals, and entrepreneurs using their career skills to improve the way the world does business. The Net Impact global network includes over 10,000 members, nearly 200 chapters, and 6 continents – making it one of the most influential networks of students and professionals in existence today.
Texas League of Conservation Voters:
The Texas League of Conservation Voters works to preserve and enhance the quality of life of Texans by making conservation a top priority with Texas elected officials, political candidates and voters. When we succeed, all conservation groups and issues benefit.
Austin Physicians for Social Responsibility:
Dedicated to prevention of nuclear war, reduction of human harm from climate change and environmental degradation, and access to healthcare for Central Texans. We speak at local events to the public and press, educate lawmakers about PSR’s priority issues, and reach out to other health professionals.
Solar Austin is a non-profit organization working to accelerate the transition to clean renewable energy, building healthy communities, strong economies, and energy independence.
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