Exciting News from Earth Charter US
With the 10th Anniversary of the official launch of the Earth Charter just around the corner, we've been hard at work on some exciting new developments for Earth Charter US. Today, we are thrilled to announce that Earth Charter US is launching a new website! Please take a moment to check out our new content and connect to our new Facebook and Twitter pages.
Add a comment10th Anniversary of the Earth Charter
Earth Charter +10 marks the tenth anniversary of the Earth Charter since its launch at the Hague Peace Palace in June 2000. It is a yearlong celebration of the many milestones and accomplishments of the Earth Charter movement during the past decade. Events to celebrate and engage people with the Earth Charter will be taking place around the world throughout the year. Earth Charter US is inviting Americans to join the global celebration by organizing EC+10 gatherings in their homes and communities on December 3, 2010 in conjunction with the Earth Charter International Event in Ahmedabad, India.
Add a commentParticipatory Planning for the Earth Charter+10 On-Line Forum - November 2-13, 2009
Earth Charter International hosted an On-Line Forum in the beginning of November to discuss the goals and ideas surrounding the Earth Charter 10 year anniversary activities. This forum was open to the public and allowed everybody to provide insight and ideas. Below you can find a copy of the draft program from the forum provided by Earth Charter International as well as some discussion themes that were provided to be incorporated into contributions to the forum.
Add a commentEarth Charter US in Zambia
Poverty in the rural areas of Zambia presents a significant environmental, health, social, and economic challenge. About 80% of Zambia's 10.2 million people live in the rural areas, an area about the size of Texas. The average yearly income is $250 American. 80% of Rural Households collect firewood as their main cooking energy. Only 35% of rural areas have access to a safe water supply. 68.5% of the rural people live in traditional houses. Subsistence farming is the main source of food, with the little surplus being sent to the government to feed the cities, yet that surplus approaches 90% of the urban food supply. Add a comment
UT Business Grad Students Sign Oath & Help Build Sustainable Businesses
Sustainability. The word is popping up everywhere these days, and interest continues to grow in making everything more sustainable, from lawns to communities to businesses. But it doesn’t happen overnight. Cultivating a more sustainable world takes careful thought and creative collaboration among people with diverse values, backgrounds and experience. The development of the ECUS Sustainable Business Awards is a fascinating example of how very different people can work together toward a common goal that benefits all.
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