Sentences with phrase «on environmental commitments»

In Part 1 of Katie Holten's Studio Visit read more on her environmental commitment, her life in New York and the «Tree Drawings ``.

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It's doubtful president - elect Donald Trump will honour the commitment; on the campaign trail, he raised the possibility of dismantling America's Environmental Protection Agency altogether.

We reaffirmed our commitment to giving some of our profits to environmental causes — we eventually settled on 1 percent of sales — and inspiring other businesses to change the world.

Exxon has argued against all the other shareholder proposals as well, including a «policy to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity»; a policy articulating Exxon's «respect for and commitment to the human right to water»; «a report discussing possible long term risks to the company's finances and operations posed by the environmental, social and economic challenges associated with the oil sands»; a report of «known and potential environmental impacts» and «policy options» to address the impacts of the company's «fracturing operations»; a report of recommendations on how Exxon can become an «environmentally sustainable energy company»; and adoption of «quantitative goals... for reducing total greenhouse gas emissions.»

Well known as an environmental activist, Douglas wrote several books on the topic and frequently participated in public demonstrations of his commitment to preserving the environment.

We are well used to such Evangelicals, sharing with them the doctrinal and moral essentials of classical Christianity, a commitment to the Augustinian patrimony of the West, recent remarkable joint statements on justification, and much common work for the sanctity of life, Biblical standards of sexual morality, social justice, environmental responsibility and world peace.

The green movement is one that many consumers have latched on to and so to win their business, a commitment to environmental sustainability is second to none.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Earth Day, and every day, the American Beverage Association (ABA) and its member companies demonstrate their longstanding commitment to our environment through ongoing efforts to further reduce their environmental impact.

«We care deeply about our industry's impact on the environment; our operations reflect the priority and longstanding commitment we have to a clean environment,» said Kate Krebs, ABA senior environmental policy advisor.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On America Recycles Day, the non-alcoholic beverage industry reaffirms its longstanding commitment to further minimizing its environmental impact, and is making it easier for consumers to do the same.

As a founding member of the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER), a coalition of leading global beverage companies working together to advance environmental sustainability, in FY17 Bacardi signed the Joint Commitment on ClEnvironmental Roundtable (BIER), a coalition of leading global beverage companies working together to advance environmental sustainability, in FY17 Bacardi signed the Joint Commitment on Clenvironmental sustainability, in FY17 Bacardi signed the Joint Commitment on Climate Change.

The Palm Oil Innovation Group (POIG) is a collective of progressive palm oil companies and brands together with environmental and social NGOs that are working to build on the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil standards and commitments by both demonstrating innovation to implement RSPO existing standards as well as additional critical issues.

As part of our commitment to adaptive management, the Commonwealth Environmental Water Office (CEWO) has commissioned a series of monitoring and evaluation reports on the ecosystem responses to environmental watering in the Edward - Wakool Environmental Water Office (CEWO) has commissioned a series of monitoring and evaluation reports on the ecosystem responses to environmental watering in the Edward - Wakool environmental watering in the Edward - Wakool river system.

These goals, said the company, mark a significant commitment to making a positive impact on the food and beverage industry's environmental footprint and helping to tackle the global obesity challenge.

With it, Tetra Pak has shown a true commitment to sustainable packaging solutions that will inspire others to believe stretch targets on environmental performance are achievable.

As one of the first companies to introduce an organic and fair trade vanilla from Madagascar, we are committed to programs that promote sustainable environmental practices and which enable farmers to earn a successful livelihood in countries where poverty is common.As part of this sustainability commitment, Nielsen - Massey has taken a leadership role in improving the overall health of the vanilla industry, with a particular emphasis on improving economic prospects for the farmers who make the industry possible.

Starting with a focus on food and agriculture, the company's environmental commitment grew into a larger business model that encompasses Five Aspirations, or bottom lines: Sustaining Business, Brands, People, Community and the Planet.

This could be through culinary innovation, a commitment to social responsibility, sustainability or the economic development of their community; involvement in health or environmental campaigns, the promotion of pioneering cultural projects, or works that benefit society through their positive impact on the food industry.

With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that reduce our environmental footprint, support active, healthy living, create a safe, inclusive work environment for our associates, and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate.

Guardian's focus on environmental sustainability is driven by both the priorities of our businesses and the passion and commitment of our employees.

«Building on our climate action forum, the initiatives announced today will reduce greenhouse emissions and strengthen state environmental commitments.»

Goldsmith defended the Government on environmental policy, saying it had been «unfairly chastised» and that «twice as many environmental commitments as anything else... [are] being delivered».

In a statement, Ms Spelman said: «We hope that the Liberal Democrats under Mr Clegg will join us in putting pressure on the government to devolve power to local authorities, communities and individuals, in our opposition to ID cards and in our commitment to social justice and environmental progress.»

The President said that it was in furtherance of the country's commitment to environmental sustainability that Nigeria launched the cleanup of Ogoniland, even as he called on development partners and multinationals to contribute to the Ogoniland Restoration Fund.

In a sign that Fox's decision to fall on his sword will not mark the end of the furore engulfing the Tories, both Liberal Democrat and Labour politicians stepped up their demands for the prime minister to explain why several senior members of his cabinet were involved in an Anglo - American organisation apparently at odds with his party's environmental commitments and pledge to defend free healthcare.

There is now a «clear and overwhelming consensus» among scientists over the reality and risks of climate change, Mr Noon told delegates, calling on the TUC and UK to show leadership and commitment towards averting its environmental impact.

Because of your relentless effort and fierce commitment to keep fracking from polluting our water, air and harming our health, last Wednesday on December 17, 2014, at a public, livestreamed meeting of Governor Cuomo's cabinet in Albany, Governor Cuomo acknowledged the overwhelming science that speaks to the inherent dangers of fracking to public health and the environment presented by Joseph Martens, Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation, and Dr. Howard Zucker, Commissioner of the Department of Health, Governor Cuomo banned high volume horizontal fracturing in New York State.

If implemented, the governor's commitments will put New York on the map as a national leader — reducing dangerous climate pollution while advancing opportunities to harness the environmental and economic benefits provided by a forward - thinking renewable energy economy.

Thanks to Governor - elect Andrew Cuomo's firm commitment to action on climate change in his «Cleaner, Greener NY» environmental agenda, we fully expect that these recommendations will be aggressively pursued.»

Even better than the freshness and taste is the company's commitment to environmental conservation on a local and global scale.

In his first major commitment on global environmental issues as President, Bill Clinton has overturned decisions made by his predecessor George Bush at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro last June.

Environmental activists said they are heartened by the number of countries that are moved to action but said pressure must remain on nations to both improve their targets and build a way in the Paris deal to regularly review and ratchet up carbon - cutting commitments.

But the changes — heavy traffic, loss of nearby stockyards, smog and dust from drilling, growing waste ponds and pits and the pressures on the schools from temporary worker families — have strengthened their environmental commitment.

But it comes on the heels of «a series of commitments» by big corporations to deal with environmental and social issues, says Glenn Hurowitz, managing director of Climate Advisers, a Washington, D.C. - based consulting firm.

In a two - paragraph section on «Our Republican Party's Commitment to Conservation,» the 2012 platform notes that environmental policy «must balance economic development and private property rights in the short run with conservation goals over the long run.»

Wang Hong, director of the State Oceanic Administration, reaffirmed China's commitment to safeguarding non-militarization, freedom of research and environmental protection in Antarctica on Monday at a press conference in Beijing.

The outcome statement of the Rio +20 Conference on Sustainable Development (2012) centred around ecological sustainability.2 If countries of the world are serious about the commitment made at Rio, then the MDGs need to evolve into a new framework; sustainability was not at their heart, and it is increasingly clear that without such an orientation, various «development» goals are impossible to meet for both the current and future generations.3 As the report of the UN System Task Team on the post-2015 development agenda says, «the proposed vision and framework for the post-2015 agenda must be fully aligned with that (Rio +20) outcome».4 Accordingly, the theme of sustainability should be running through all the post-2015 goals (as should the themes on equity and human rights), even as more specific environmental targets such as halting the erosion of biodiversity could be specified in one of the goals.

Manages oneself (organized, prepared, punctual, manages resources, meets deadlines, follows through on commitments, demonstrates appropriate physical appearance relative to job and environmental expectations)

Place - based education expert David Sobel says «authentic environmental commitment emerges out of firsthand experiences with real places on a small, manageable scale.»

Honda Commitment to the Environment Based on its vision of «Blue Skies for our Children,» Honda is working to advance technologies that address society's environmental and energy concerns.

The purchase price agreed on was $ 1 plus a commitment of up to $ 10 million in environmental remediation payments over 5 years.

Her address, «A New Medical Research Model: Advancing Human and Animal Health Humanely,» will detail the concept of a new research model predicated on a meaningful commitment by both medical and veterinary researchers to work cooperatively together to address disease and disorders in humans and animals — evaluating genetic and environmental risk factors, sensitive diagnostic indicators and novel therapies.

While nothing is prescriptive, outcomes from Turning the Tide could include identifying creative ways to use new technology to mobilize «citizen scientists» on behalf of environmental research; or a commitment from business leaders in attendance to support a public education campaign advancing the «triple bottom line» model of economic, environmental and societal success.

The Institute draws on the talent, innovation and motivation of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, and from the magnificent facilities at Fort Baker and Cavallo Point — the Lodge at the Golden Gate, to foster relationships with a diverse, cross-sector array of groups, organizations and individuals who share a common commitment to environmental and social action and change.

The Institute draws on the talent, innovation, and motivation of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, and from the magnificent facilities at Fort Baker and Cavallo Point — the Lodge at the Golden Gate, to foster relationships with a diverse, cross-sector array of groups, organizations and individuals who share a common commitment to environmental action and change.

This led to the creation of the brand Lefay Resorts in 2006, with the aim of building a collection of eco-resorts based on a modern reinterpretation of the traditional notion of «luxury», a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and a new innovative concept of global wellness

While on sabbatical from the University of Bergen, Dr. Goksøyr visited Georgia Aquarium because of our commitment to the concept of One Health; which believes that human, environmental, animal and plant health are all connected and each influences the other.

Revelstoke Mountain and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort are working together on this service in order to provide a better guarantee, an option for dual mountain experience, as well as to do our part for environmental commitments.

A Marin County Lodge Takes Students on a Fresh Culinary Adventure Traditional Home Stephen Exel 10/09 «Cavallo Point's commitment to environmental sustainability extends to the [cooking] school by focusing on the Bay Area's gold mine of artisanal food products, organic farms, and culinary innovation.

Ecotourism Australia is a global leader in accrediting operators who make a commitment to «ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation».