Announcements

March 6, 2009

Green America sees 10-Fold Increase in Green Business Growth

The Green America Green Business Network was launched 25 years ago with a mission: to help businesses with deep social and environmental commitments emerge and succeed. From a solid beginning that brought 345 businesses together, the network has now expanded to encompass nearly 5,000 members, a growth rate of about 1,350 percent.

After a quarter-century of building the first, largest, and most diverse network of green businesses in the U.S., and developing and fostering a national market of conscious consumers, our astronomical growth reveals the transformation of American business.

The Green Fest BUZZ is on—Don’t miss out—Reserve Your Green Festival Booth and SAVE!

To help you save money, we have extended deep discounts for exhibit space at the upcoming Spring Green Festivals in Seattle, Chicago and Denver.

We have secured major media sponsorships in all three cities—including the Denver daily paper, ABC and NBC TV, and progressive radio stations.
The media buzz is on and generating lots of interest.

We anticipate huge crowds at all three shows. Seattle Mayor Nickels, Denver Mayor Hickenlooper and Chicago Mayor Daley will be on hand to kick-off the events promising even more press coverage.

Call 877-727-2179 x 300 to reserve your space today.

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The Stimulus Package Preserves our Green Future

Green America called on our members to back a Green New Deal by contacting their representatives to support bold action through President Obama’s economic stimulus package. We asked for retention and expansion of major proposals that would advance health care, education, and a clean energy future, as well as create millions of jobs. We also voiced opposition to nuclear and coal power.

Thanks to the actions of many, President Obama's stimulus package represents a significant down payment on America's green future. The final version allocates $500 billion in funding for green jobs that includes:

$9.5 billion for energy efficiency;
$6 billion in loan guarantees for solar and wind projects;
$11 billion to modernize the electric grid;
$17.5 billion for investing in public transportation (including Amtrak and high-speed rail); and
$50 billion in nuclear energy loan guarantees OUT of the bill.

National Green Pages™ to be Featured on Good Dirt Radio

Green Business Network Deputy Director Amy Belanger and the founder of GenGreen Charisse McAuliffe will be on Good Dirt Radio talking about the growth of online eco and sustainable products and services.

Tune in on March 25 at 4:30 P.M. on KSUT FM, which streams online at www.ksut.org, and will be available through www.gooddirtradio.org.

Good Dirt Radio reports inspiring stories about people helping to solve environmental challenges. They broadcast on public and community radio stations and make streaming audio and podcasts available of their stories.

Listen to a promo clip »

Green America Launches the Wholesale Connection

These economic times call for innovation—our newest innovation is the Green America Wholesale Connection.

This unique online shopping tool links retail buyers, in search of everything from eco fashions to chocolate, to our screened and approved companies. This is an excellent opportunity to get your products on store shelves today!

Call or e-mail Chip at 301-938-2341 to learn more.

World of Good Launches EcoPositive Products

Join hundreds of your fellow Green America Business Network members and be a part of eBay’s WorldofGood site. Over 20,000 Fair Trade products are currently featured on the site. Now, the site is expanding to include an “EcoPositive” product category. This launch coincides with the kick-off of the "30 Days of Green" campaign, which will reach 20 million consumers through national publications such as Cosmopolitan, "O" and Popular Mechanics.

Amanda McCloskey of Trillium Artisans credited WorldofGood for meeting her December sales goals.

Take advantage of the “EcoPositive” launch and related marketing efforts »

Green Business Network on Financial Advisor

Financial Advisor recommended the Green Business Network in a recent column on tools for advisors who want to expand their practices into Socially Responsible Investing. James Buro, president of Conscious Capital, advised that the “[Green America] Business Network is a great resource for access to businesses serving the growing market of conscious consumers.” FA delivers market information and strategies to more than 90,000 readers each month.

Read the article »

Socially Responsible Investing at Green Festival™

We are pleased to continue our Green Festival content on socially responsible investing issues. At the spring shows, we will be offering sessions on the impact of community investing and highlighting the role of active shareholders and shareholder victories.

- Seattle, March 28-29: Socially & Environmentally Responsible Banking & Investing
- Denver, May 2-3: Green Is the Color of Money: Transformative Investing for a Sustainable Future
- Chicago, May 16-17: Investing Beyond Wall Street

Get Discounted Shipping through Green America Partnerships

Green America has partnered with the leading transportation providers in the industry to help members save more time and money on all types of shipping services. We’ve teamed up with FedEx, YRC (formerly Yellow and Roadway), USF Companies & New Penn and UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Whether you ship envelopes, packages, pallets, or crates, these carriers can provide a solution for your business needs.

Get more information: call 1-800-MEMBERS (636-2377) or visit www.1800members.com/COOP.

Planning to Decrease Paper Costs

The economic downturn and higher paper prices are hitting publications with small to medium size
press-runs especially hard. Now more than ever, innovations can save. Green America's Publications Director, Dennis Greenia, plans to talk with other magazines that use similar paper to see if they can create greater volume purchases and reduce paper costs.

Read more about how the Green American Magazine (formerly the Co-op America Quarterly) continues to make better paper choices even in worsening economic times »