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473EnvironmentSubaru is the leader in environmentally friendly plants. They go the extra step to not only have good fuel efficiency, but also to reduce the environmental impact of the production process.11/28/2008 9:26:59 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=113http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/113dell logo31913925.png

341EnvironmentDell does not use any toxic materials in the manufacturing of their energy efficient computers. They have programs that work to reduce emissions in their shipping and logistics operations and offer a recovery and recycling program for their customers' old computers at no charge.12/8/2008 11:54:27 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=113http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/113dell logo31913925.png

341Social EquityDell does not use any toxic materials in the manufacturing of their energy efficient computers. They have programs that work to reduce emissions in their shipping and logistics operations and offer a recovery and recycling program for their customers' old computers at no charge.12/8/2008 11:54:27 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=114http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

182EnvironmentECOLAB provides cleaning and sanitation supplies and programs to hotels, food service operations, health care facilities, retail stores, etc. Their products are designed to reduce the use of water and energy, and also to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals and waste released in to the environment.12/8/2008 12:05:10 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=116http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

233HealthWhole Foods Market is a leader in organic and natural food and strives to provide the highest quality products while sticking to their mission of "Whole Foods- Whole People- Whole Planet." They are large supporters of organic farming and sustainable agriculture and try to recycle and reduce waste as much as they can.12/8/2008 5:58:14 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=116http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

233Consumer AdvocacyWhole Foods Market is a leader in organic and natural food and strives to provide the highest quality products while sticking to their mission of "Whole Foods- Whole People- Whole Planet." They are large supporters of organic farming and sustainable agriculture and try to recycle and reduce waste as much as they can.12/8/2008 5:58:14 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=116http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

233CharityWhole Foods Market is a leader in organic and natural food and strives to provide the highest quality products while sticking to their mission of "Whole Foods- Whole People- Whole Planet." They are large supporters of organic farming and sustainable agriculture and try to recycle and reduce waste as much as they can.12/8/2008 5:58:14 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=117http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

153Social EquityI see college students continue to invest in coffee from Starbucks and other cafes. It makes me wonder, where is all this money coming from if our economy is in decline? Should our money go to more important causes rather than a coffee addiction?12/9/2008 11:22:04 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=117http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

153Consumer AdvocacyI see college students continue to invest in coffee from Starbucks and other cafes. It makes me wonder, where is all this money coming from if our economy is in decline? Should our money go to more important causes rather than a coffee addiction?12/9/2008 11:22:04 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=118http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

131EnvironmentClean Water Action is an organization of 1.2 million members working to empower people to take action to protect America's waters, build healthy communities and to make democracy work for all of us. For 36 years Clean Water Action has succeeded in winning some of the nation's most important environmental protections through grassroots organizing, expert policy research and political advocacy focused on holding elected officials accountable to the public.12/9/2008 11:31:46 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=120http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

New YorkNew York252Consumer AdvocacyListensToYou thinks that consumers should be able to give feedback on and control the content of the ads they see on the internet. We provide a platform for that feedback and partner with websites to deliver the ads and offers you actually want - the ones that are actually relevant and appropriate - based on your own preferences.12/12/2008 5:17:36 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=121http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/121apple logo91006205.jpg

559EnvironmentThis is a discussion that concerns all electronics manufacturers - especially cell phone makers. Coltan is an ore that is contains tantalum, a metal that is used in cell phones and electronics. It is commonly mined in Congo and often under terrible conditions. Much like blood diamonds, demand for this mineral is causing human exploitation and fueling conflict in war-torn areas. There are several articles that discuss this. Here is one I found to be balanced and informative: http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2008/gb20081117_671426.htm To Apple's credit, they address the issue here: http://www.apple.com/supplierresponsibility/change.html But, the demand, not just the direct purchase, makes this mineral valuable. The value and high price makes "conflict coltan" more profitable and, therefore, ensures that these human rights violations will continue and, possibly, increase.12/15/2008 10:34:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=121http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/121apple logo91006205.jpg

559HealthThis is a discussion that concerns all electronics manufacturers - especially cell phone makers. Coltan is an ore that is contains tantalum, a metal that is used in cell phones and electronics. It is commonly mined in Congo and often under terrible conditions. Much like blood diamonds, demand for this mineral is causing human exploitation and fueling conflict in war-torn areas. There are several articles that discuss this. Here is one I found to be balanced and informative: http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2008/gb20081117_671426.htm To Apple's credit, they address the issue here: http://www.apple.com/supplierresponsibility/change.html But, the demand, not just the direct purchase, makes this mineral valuable. The value and high price makes "conflict coltan" more profitable and, therefore, ensures that these human rights violations will continue and, possibly, increase.12/15/2008 10:34:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=121http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/121apple logo91006205.jpg

559Social EquityThis is a discussion that concerns all electronics manufacturers - especially cell phone makers. Coltan is an ore that is contains tantalum, a metal that is used in cell phones and electronics. It is commonly mined in Congo and often under terrible conditions. Much like blood diamonds, demand for this mineral is causing human exploitation and fueling conflict in war-torn areas. There are several articles that discuss this. Here is one I found to be balanced and informative: http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2008/gb20081117_671426.htm To Apple's credit, they address the issue here: http://www.apple.com/supplierresponsibility/change.html But, the demand, not just the direct purchase, makes this mineral valuable. The value and high price makes "conflict coltan" more profitable and, therefore, ensures that these human rights violations will continue and, possibly, increase.12/15/2008 10:34:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=121http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/121apple logo91006205.jpg

559Consumer AdvocacyThis is a discussion that concerns all electronics manufacturers - especially cell phone makers. Coltan is an ore that is contains tantalum, a metal that is used in cell phones and electronics. It is commonly mined in Congo and often under terrible conditions. Much like blood diamonds, demand for this mineral is causing human exploitation and fueling conflict in war-torn areas. There are several articles that discuss this. Here is one I found to be balanced and informative: http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2008/gb20081117_671426.htm To Apple's credit, they address the issue here: http://www.apple.com/supplierresponsibility/change.html But, the demand, not just the direct purchase, makes this mineral valuable. The value and high price makes "conflict coltan" more profitable and, therefore, ensures that these human rights violations will continue and, possibly, increase.12/15/2008 10:34:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=121http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/121apple logo91006205.jpg

559CharityThis is a discussion that concerns all electronics manufacturers - especially cell phone makers. Coltan is an ore that is contains tantalum, a metal that is used in cell phones and electronics. It is commonly mined in Congo and often under terrible conditions. Much like blood diamonds, demand for this mineral is causing human exploitation and fueling conflict in war-torn areas. There are several articles that discuss this. Here is one I found to be balanced and informative: http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2008/gb20081117_671426.htm To Apple's credit, they address the issue here: http://www.apple.com/supplierresponsibility/change.html But, the demand, not just the direct purchase, makes this mineral valuable. The value and high price makes "conflict coltan" more profitable and, therefore, ensures that these human rights violations will continue and, possibly, increase.12/15/2008 10:34:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=123http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/123IBM Green12691972.gif

252EnvironmentIBM has a commercial now that says blade servers actually make companies green. I am not sure how green IBM is, so I am not going to base my evaluation/ranking of them on particular environmental actions (positive or negative) but I do think it is completely irresponsible to say that changing to IBM servers or adding more IBM servers is a green activity. First, a green activity would be to manage data better and only keep/store what is absolutely critical. Second, they ignore all green aspects other than energy use. Replacing servers means disposing of old, potentially outdated ones. How environmentally sound is that? Does IBM facilitate recycling and reusing in a meaningful way? Do they design their servers with disposal in mind? Do they use minerals that require the least invasive forms of mining? I don't think the answer to ALL of these questions has to be "yes", but those are the questions IBM needs to answer before it can say it is environmentally responsible or that it can help a customer's company be green.12/15/2008 1:39:47 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=127http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/127RICE logo58027105.png

32 East 13th Street

New YorkNY10003101EnvironmentFrom the company's website: RICE INK has successfully provided an environmentally sound, economical solution to the growing costs of replacing printer cartridges. A recycled printer cartridge that is refilled with toner or ink can be resold for approximately half the price of a new one, providing substantial saving with equal function. Additionally, refilling the cartridge supports local communities by reducing waste and protecting the environment12/22/2008 9:39:53 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=129http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/129TysonHungerRelief13436916.gif

141CharityTyson Hunger Relief was brought to my attention today because they are donating 100 pounds of food to the Foodbank for New York City (http://foodbanknyc.org) for every reply to this blog post http://tinyurl.com/77r56k In one of the richest and most giving cities in the world (still - even after recent economic woes) it is unthinkable that we still have a hunger problem. Kudos to Tyson for doing something about it. Hunger still abounds in America, though: can they do even more?1/14/2009 11:13:27 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=130http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/130food_gatherers27051898.jpg

P.O. Box 131037, Ann Arbor, MI 48113

91CharityFood Gatherers exists to alleviate hunger and eliminate its causes in our community by: reducing food waste through the rescue and distribution of perishable and non perishable food; coordinating with other hunger relief providers; educating the public about hunger; and developing new food resources.1/15/2009 9:49:50 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=131http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/131icc62774264.jpg

337 E. William St., Ann Arbor, MI

141EnvironmentSustainability and wise use of resources is intrinsic to the mission of the Inter-Cooperative Council "By reusing, recycling, and reducing resources, ICC actualizes our belief that all of the world’s people have the right to enough to meet their basic needs. We pledge to continuously look for ways to care for the earth." (ICC Statement of Beliefs and Values, adopted February 2003.) http://iccsustain.pbwiki.com/1/15/2009 10:00:01 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=132http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/132index3005508.jpg

255 W. Washington Street, Athens, GA 30601

111EnvironmentLocal Athens, GA restaurant farm 255 serves farm-fresh, sustainable, local, and seasonal "the South meets Mediterranean" food. Also, farm 255 manages Full Moon Farms which is a 7-acre organic and biodynamic farm in Athens. They supplement their harvests with other local Athens family farmers that practice sustainable farming and avoid the use of pesticides and hormones. Not only is good food provided, open conversation between the chefs and diners and live music happen daily.1/20/2009 9:26:53 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=133http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

North Caratoke Hwy, Jarvisburg, NC 27947

111EnvironmentThe Weeping Radish is a restaurant and brewery located on the owner's farm. The whole operation is completely sustainable. Their specialty beers are brewed and sold on-site in refillable bottles. Fresh vegetables, eggs and herbs from the 14-acre farm are grown without the use of any chemicals and are used by the chef as well as being available for sale.1/21/2009 7:06:54 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=134http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

171Social EquityTom's of Maine is a company that produces all-natural soaps, deodorant, toothpaste, mouthwash and floss. They strongly value honest relationships, as well as environmentally conscious and socially responsible business practices. They take everything in to account from what type of water to use to re-using boxes used to ship their products. Every single product package is recyclable. They also encourage all employees to use 5% of their time on the clock volunteering.1/25/2009 9:58:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=134http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

171CharityTom's of Maine is a company that produces all-natural soaps, deodorant, toothpaste, mouthwash and floss. They strongly value honest relationships, as well as environmentally conscious and socially responsible business practices. They take everything in to account from what type of water to use to re-using boxes used to ship their products. Every single product package is recyclable. They also encourage all employees to use 5% of their time on the clock volunteering.1/25/2009 9:58:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=135http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/135QKJ74951713.jpg

80Social EquityOur Time theater offers an environment free from ridicule where young people who stutter discover the joy of creating and performing original theatre and music. It is truly one of a kind theater company1/31/2009 7:55:51 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=136http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

1728 Second ave

80Charity2/2/2009 9:44:26 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=137http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/137jack-johnson-picture-213716105.jpg

131EnvironmentJack Johnson launched the All at Once community (http://www.jackjohnsonmusic.com/allatonce) and during his concert tour, he promoted environmental and social responsibility by encouraging everyone to vote and to learn about environmental actions by connecting with non-profit groups. Also, all Brushfire Records are produced with 100% solar energy and printed on 100% post-consumer waste recycled paper.2/2/2009 10:18:50 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=139http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/139preserveprod21396060.jpg

101EnvironmentPreserve makes every day products (toothbrushes, razors, etc.) from 100% recycled plastic. They have even partnered with Stonyfield Farms and Organic Valley to eliminate plastic waste in landfills. Preserve products like the razor are made from Stonyfield yogurt cups.2/2/2009 10:40:44 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=140http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/14020070805_stonyfield-logo47508779.jpg

141CharityStonyfield Farms makes all natural and organic yogurt. They use family farm fresh milk and fruit in all their products. Also, they have partnered with Preserve in order to help eliminate landfill waste by having their used plastic yogurt cups make up razor handles, toothbrushes, etc. Also, Stonyfield Farms donates at least 10% of its profits to efforts that help restore and protect the earth.2/2/2009 10:49:29 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=141http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/141images_annies86976783.jpg

151EnvironmentAnnie's Homegrown makes organic crackers, pastas, and cereals using all natural ingredients. They strongly value environmental and social responsibility with their motto being "Eat Responsibly. Act Responsibly." Annie's is constantly trying to reduce their eco-footprint, participate in many community giving programs, and offer sustainable agriculture scholarships.2/2/2009 11:08:05 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=142http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/142logoIR57559883.gif

100EnvironmentInternational Rivers is a non-profit organization based in California. Most of the focus of their work is in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Their mission statement says it best: "To protect rivers and defend the rights of communities that depend on them. International Rivers opposes destructive dams and the development model they advance, and encourages better ways of meeting people’s needs for water, energy and protection from damaging floods."2/16/2009 8:47:59 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=143http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/143Dungannonlogocolor58039763.jpg

344 Phoenix St. Dungannon, VA 24245-3970

101Social EquityThe Dungannon Development Commission, Inc. (or the DDC, as we are locally known) is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that was established in 1979 when a group of local citizens saw the need for an organization to help the people in and around Dungannon with housing and everyday needs for their families. Over the years the structure of the organization has changed, but the vision remains the same today. The volunteer Board of Directors of the DDC is nominated and elected by the membership at an Annual Business Meeting and is the group that oversees the daily operation of the business. They meet monthly with the office staff to review all matters at hand and to keep account of all the financial activity of the organization. The board and staff are constantly searching for new and improved ways to be more efficient with their efforts to assist the people of the community in their lives.3/1/2009 1:04:33 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=144http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

792 H Street NW, Suite 300 Washington, D.C. 20001

111EnvironmentThat was more than 30 years ago, and in that time, Greenpeace has indeed changed the world, and we continue to make the world a better place. Our committed activists and supporters have come together to ban commercial whaling, convince the world's leaders to stop nuclear testing, protect Antarctica, and so much more. Today, we have grown from a small group of dedicated activists to an international organization with offices in more than 30 countries. But our spirit and our mission remain the same. Our fight to save the planet has grown more serious – the threat of global warming, destruction of ancient forests, deterioration of our oceans, and the threat of a nuclear disaster loom large. Greenpeace is actively working to address these and other threats. Read more about our campaigns.3/1/2009 1:13:51 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=145http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/145MONSANTO18437443.jpg

800 N. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63167

101EnvironmentMonsanto is an agricultural company. Using the tools of modern biology, we help farmers grow more yield sustainably so they can produce more and conserve more. Afterall, it is the world’s farmers that truly feed, clothe and fuel our growing world. We produce leading seed brands in large-acre crops like corn, cotton, and oilseeds (soybeans and canola), as well as small-acre crops like vegetables. We also produce leading in-the-seed trait technologies for farmers that are aimed at protecting their yield, supporting their on-farm efficiency and reducing their on-farm costs. We're constantly looking at ways to maximize the potential of seed -- both its yield potential and the technology used to protect it -- so farmers can get more out of each seed. Today, farmers use our innovative seed-based products to help them protect their crops and produce healthier foods and better animal feed. As a company, we remain committed to broadly licensing our seed and trait technologies to other companies throughout the world. This approach ensures that farmers can access our products in the varieties that mean the most to their farm. In addition to our seeds and traits business, we also manufacture the world's best-selling herbicide, Roundup®, and other herbicides used by farmers, consumers and lawn-and-garden professionals. http://www.monsanto.com/who_we_are/default.asp3/1/2009 1:29:53 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=146http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/146h_4_ill_676197_usa-mexico-border-3155715537.jpg

PO Box 188 San Juan TX 78589

81Social EquityLupe Mission Statement César Chávez founded LUPE, rooted in the belief that members of the low-income community have the responsibility and the obligation to organize themselves, and through their association, begin to advocate and articulate for the issues and factors that impact their lives. Further, César Chávez believed that for people to have ownership of this endeavor, they have to invest of themselves, their efforts and resources, to sustain it. The membership, and the responsibility that comes with it, form the base that is the power of the organization. LUPE Builds People Power By Leadership Training and Committee Building Our staff is comprised of a talented group of community organizers, parents, activists and social service providers. Our staff develops and supports a network of local committees. Each staff member is committed to excellence in creating an environment where our members produce tangible results that change people's lives. But the strength of LUPE is found within our leaders and volunteers who build the organization through neighborhood committees - house meeting after house meeting, committee after committee, campaign after campaign. Like a hammer on a nail. LUPE committees respond to the injustices facing working families, farmworkers and immigrant communities. LUPE builds organization through committees LUPE is building neighborhood committees in throughout South Texas. Through a committee structure, we are able to identify and develop leaders and increase their capacity to respond to community problems. LUPE addresses community issues through Strategic Action Plans. LUPE committees prioritize issues and then develops strategic action plans to address them. Each plan follows that same structure of direct action advocacy so that committees can address a range of issues from securing additional stops signs across from a local school to improving a community's water quality. LUPE holds decision-makers accountable. LUPE committees and supporters believe that local decision-makers should be responsive to the needs and interests of their constituents. LUPE leads large-scale non-partisan voter registration, education and Get-Out-The-Vote efforts so that a greater number of Latinos and LUPE leaders participate in civic life and enact social change.3/1/2009 1:33:59 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=147http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

101Social EquityBrilliant Earth is the leading supplier of conflict free diamonds. Their mission is to serve the socially conscious consumer, support communities harmed by the diamond trade, and lead their industry towards the greater good. Brilliant Earth donates 5% of their profits to help communities who have suffered from unethical practices in the jewelry industry. As part of their comprehensive commitment to environmental responsibility, Brilliant Earth uses 100% recycled precious metals in all of their fine jewelry, guaranteeing customers an eco-friendly jewelry product of the highest quality.3/2/2009 9:16:26 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=148http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/148logo-patagonia28083743.gif

262EnvironmentPatagonia is an outdoor apparel and gear company whose mission is to: "Build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis." Their distribution center in Reno, Nevada is a LEED certified building. They also have a recycled garments program in effect to make new clothes from old.3/2/2009 9:31:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=149http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/149vinology76650938.jpg

300EnvironmentVinology Restaurant & Wine Bar in Ann Arbor, MI focuses on locally sourced, seasonal small plates and entrees paired with an extensive wine list. Working closely with local resources, Vinology brings the freshest foods of the season to the table in an ever-evolving menu. Some of our farm partners include: Backforty Acres for pork, eggs, duck and chicken; Calder dairy for all dairy products; Tantre farm for produce; Garden Works for produce; TMZ farms for beef; Harnois farm for chicken;Jennings Stone Ground Grains for cornmeal and flour; Nemeth Farm for apples; Ernst farms for cornmeal, wheat berries, pork and chickens; Four Corners Creamery for cheeses, butter and yogurt. We also use many other surrounding farms for all of our produce in season as well as Eat Local Eat Natural to help with delivering local products to our restaurant. http://www.localharvest.org/restaurants/M256153/17/2009 9:41:11 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=150http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/150eggs71448322.jpg

5693 North Territorial Road East

100EnvironmentWe sell free range brown eggs from chickens raised without hormones or antibiotics. Eggs are available for $3/dozen. http://www.localharvest.org/farms/M244153/17/2009 9:45:49 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=151http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/151late summer harvest87898801.jpg

7500 Trotters Lane Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

100EnvironmentFiresign Farm raises a variety of meat animals in an ethical, natural environment. Our farm features extensive vegetable and flower gardens in addition to open fields and woods; we encourage our patrons to visit us frequently throughout the year to take advantage of the beauty and serenity our acreage offers. While we don't sell produce per se, you are likely to go home with a bag of veggies and an armful of flowers after every trip during the growing season! We do offer both medicinal and culinary herbs for sale throughout the summer. Fresh eggs are also available most of the year. We raise broiler chickens, turkeys, lamb, pork, goat, and beef. Sales are by contract in spring/early summer for fall butchering with the exception of broilers which are available fresh at various times throughout the year and frozen year around dependant on supply.3/17/2009 9:54:09 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=152http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

8218 Donovan Road, Dexter MI

100EnvironmentTry our variety of freshly harvested, nutritious and delicious fruits and veggies grown with care on our small family farm in Dexter, Michigan. We are not certified organic at this time but everything is authentically grown and visits to the farm to see our operation can be scheduled. We've been authentically growing vegetables and fruits and tapping our maple trees on our farm for ourselves since 1980 but only recently began selling at farmers markets in 2005 due to Shannon's passion for slow food and demonstrating sustainable agriculture. Among other things Shannon also currently helps/attends Slow Food Huron Valley events, is a steering committee member of the new HomeGrown Festival (to take place September 13, 2008 in Ann Arbor), and is a member of the City of Ann Arbor's Public Market Commission as a farmer representative.3/17/2009 10:00:01 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=153http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/153raw-food99696051.jpg

90EnvironmentDelicious vegan, vegetarian and rawfoods cuisine prepared in your home using fresh, organic ingredients, purchased locally whenever possible ~ with a focus on healthy and healing foods, special diets, recovery cooking and elegant or casual baking. Serving Ann Arbor, Michigan and surrounding areas. Member of the US Personal Chef Association; graduate of Natural Gourmet Cookery School, NYC, NY and the Culinary Business Academy of the USPCA, Atlanta, GA. Internships at Quintessence Raw Foods, NYC; Candle Cafe, NYC and Inn Season Cafe, Royal Oak, Michigan. http://www.localharvest.org/member/M108303/17/2009 10:07:52 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=154http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/154Red-Barn_-Idaho28269466.jpg

1923 Geddes Ave Ann Arbor, MI 48104

90EnvironmentThe Community Farm Kitchen is a program that works with the Community Farm of Ann Arbor to provide your family with the freshest, most local food in the most convenient manner. The Community Farm of Ann Arbor is a local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm. Members join the farm for the whole season and receive a share in each week’s harvest. Community Farm Kitchen members collect their share in the form of ready-to-go preserved vegetables, washed and ready salads, and delicious home-cooked dishes, perfect for lunches at work and family meals at home. This way it’s easy to enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of the season!3/17/2009 10:14:31 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=155http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/155AIG logo8229134.png

91Consumer AdvocacyAIG lost nearly all of their value - destroying stakeholder wealth, employee job security and public confidence. In return, the US tax payer had to give more than $170 BILLION to support this business that was 1) so critical to our financial system and 2) unable to find the cash to remain in business and meet its obligations. Now, as everyone has heard, they want to pay out $165 million in bonuses to those people who destroyed so much value - some of whom don't even work for AIG anymore! AIG has no ground upon which to stand. They claim that they need to retain talent but there is plenty of talent out there in this market and the talent they are rewarding pretty much drove the company into the ground. And, AIG has the tax payer right where they want them -- what can we do? Hate the company and refuse to do business with them? Hardly. If we do that, we are hurting a company that WE NOW OWN. Political blame is sure to be part of this discussion. Did law makers really mess up when they doled out cash without getting any say over how it was spent? Maybe. What we do know is that AIG has a responsibility and obligation to be better -- much better.3/17/2009 10:34:00 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=156http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

315 Detroit Street 315 Detroit Street Ann Arbor, MI 48104

100EnvironmentLocated in the Kerrytown district, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market has been connecting producers with consumers for over 88 years! The Ann Arbor Farmers Market operates year round, with over 150 vendors who offer fruits and vegetables, plants, artisan breads, baked goods, meats, eggs, cut flowers, cheeses, flowers, honey, jellies, maple syrup, and crafts. All items are sold by the people who grow or make them!3/18/2009 6:30:09 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=157http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/157webers inn98482328.jpg

3050 Jackson Avenue

211EnvironmentPromotes "Green" The place of lodging actively promotes the environmentally friendly practices of their property. They do so in their advertising, web site, and promotional literature. "Green" Guest Education The place of lodging explains to their guests the "Green" initiatives of the property and explains to the guests how they can do "their part". "Green" Staff Education The place of lodging educates their staff about the "Green" initiatives of the property and and encourages their staff to support those initiatives. Membership in "Green" Associations The place of lodging is a member of one or more associations whose purpose is to protect and sustain the environment. Contributes to "Green" Causes The place of lodging supports causes by donating time and/or funds to companies or organizations that help preserve and protect the environment. http://www.istaygreen.org/propertyr.cfm/hid/101915163/24/2009 3:22:37 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=158http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/158herb farm98609864.jpg

4450 Valentine Road Whitmore Lake, MI

100EnvironmentA family farm is located on in historic Webster Township, approximately 10 miles north of Ann Arbor, MI. All of their plants are propagated by root divisions, cuttings and seeds - all authentic growing methods. They don't use pesticides, herbicides or fungicides. The farm is open to the public. Plant sales begin the first Thursday, Friday and Saturday in May. 10:00am-4:00pm May-Sept. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays ONLY.3/24/2009 3:27:44 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=159http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/159capella71810475.jpg

ann arbor, mi

10HealthCapella farm is starting a CSA that will grow vegetables, herbs and some flowers. They will grow all vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, kohlrabi, and, yes, kale. They are now moving into the sales phase of agriculture. In addition, they raise Boer goats, heritage breed turkeys and chickens.3/24/2009 3:33:36 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=160http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/160pollo contento85554673.jpg

Dexter, MI

100EnvironmentCasa del Pollo Contento raises a wide variety of heritage breed chickens, primarily for healthy and nutritious eggs. The operation started as a source of healthy and humane food for the operators' family and friends. Their birds have are fed certified organic feed and range free on pasture. Only safe/natural pest control is used. Eggs are available year round, (no artificial light needed).3/24/2009 3:35:50 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=163http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/163Walgreens Logo83048097.png

131Consumer AdvocacyWalgreens is offering free clinic visits to the unemployed and uninsured for the rest of the year, providing tests and routine treatment for minor ailments through its walk-in clinics. Sure, they still sell thier products and medicines to people, but this is the kind of relationship businesses should build with customers. Nobody expects businesses to give products away, but only to create a relationship that benefits and cares for customers and the business. Here is a link to the article about this initiative: http://tinyurl.com/dkjurk 4/13/2009 12:43:19 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=164http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/164Intel Logo3400798.png

101Consumer AdvocacyIntel sponsors data privacy day to remind and educate consumers to protect their personal data. Data security is the responsibiliy of information businesses, but also of consumers, themselves. 4/13/2009 12:54:09 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=165http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/165clif10252709.jpg

142EnvironmentClif Bar & Company is a family-owned business that makes a wide variety of organic energy bars for children and adults. They are committed to reducing their carbon footprint by moving towards sustainable agriculture and zero waste. They believe in being active in their community by volunteering, and also raising awareness for their favorite causes. 4/13/2009 6:23:06 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=165http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/165clif10252709.jpg

142HealthClif Bar & Company is a family-owned business that makes a wide variety of organic energy bars for children and adults. They are committed to reducing their carbon footprint by moving towards sustainable agriculture and zero waste. They believe in being active in their community by volunteering, and also raising awareness for their favorite causes. 4/13/2009 6:23:06 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=166http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/166logo_toms_large17936905.jpg

492CharityTOMS has given over 140,000 pairs of shoes to children in need through the purchases of customers. For every pair of TOMS shoes you buy, TOMS donates a pair of shoes to a child in need. Many children around the world grow up without shoes and rely on walking as their primary mode of transportation. This is dangerous and unsafe since cuts and sores can lead to infection. TOMS plans on giving over 300,000 pairs of shoes to children in need around the world in 2009.4/13/2009 6:42:47 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=167http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/167cf90354380.png

121EnvironmentCascadian Farm has been dedicated to organic farming since 1972. The 28-acre farm in western Washington's Upper Skagit Valley produces organic products such as fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries. Cascadian Farm offers organic granola, cereals, granola bars, frozen fruits and vegetables and fruit spreads.4/13/2009 6:55:26 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=168http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/168New Belgium Logo83507030.png

500 Linden

Fort Collins Colorado 80524 31CharityNew Belgium makes Fat Tire Beer. It is one of my favorites. I read about their values on the bottle. They give a lot back to their community - supporting local events and donating time and money. Plus, they are passionate about bikes (bicycles, that is.) 4/15/2009 6:32:01 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=169http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

Vatan Cad. Oztan Sk. No:11/7 Fatih

Istanbul Turkey 34250 -70Consumer AdvocacyWe provide a wide range of Turkish legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the world. Our services include comprehensive, updated legal information, professional legal consultation and representation. Our firm represents its clients in handling legal affairs in Turkey including lawsuits, litigation and non-litigation. 4/15/2009 6:51:18 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=171http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/171Little Logo45836520.png

-80Social Equity 4/15/2009 7:12:20 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=174http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/174TWCnational63347778.jpg

919 18th st NW, #LL54

Washington DC 20006 60Charity 4/15/2009 7:49:55 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=175http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/175Timberland Logo1542166.png

95EnvironmentThe earth keepers shoe is a good start to sustainability. It isn't like TOMS, where the mission is so focused on social/environmental good, but for a popular brand, Timberland is doing a pretty good job. Their shoes have an ingredient list so consumers can be informed about what goes into the product. Plus, the boots do seem to last forever, so that is pretty good for the environment. 4/15/2009 8:21:04 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=175http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/175Timberland Logo1542166.png

95Consumer AdvocacyThe earth keepers shoe is a good start to sustainability. It isn't like TOMS, where the mission is so focused on social/environmental good, but for a popular brand, Timberland is doing a pretty good job. Their shoes have an ingredient list so consumers can be informed about what goes into the product. Plus, the boots do seem to last forever, so that is pretty good for the environment. 4/15/2009 8:21:04 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=176http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

329 Nisbet Street Jacksonville, AL 36265

11Social Equity 4/15/2009 8:44:33 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=177http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/177ecotality-logo-color65469391.jpg

6821 E. Thomas Rd.

Scottsdale AZ 85251 60EnvironmentECOtality is a very cool company that I've been following for over two years. They strive to develop and sell infrastructure to foster the expansion of clean transportation. Here is how they describe themselves: "ECOtality is a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies that address the world’s global energy challenges. We are a technology innovator that identifies inventive ways to efficiently power our lives while striking a harmonious balance with our natural environment. Through a balance of technology development, partnerships and strategic acquisitions, ECOtality achieves revenue growth and increases our market presence as we strive to accelerate the market applicability, awareness and acceptance of clean technologies." 4/15/2009 8:47:04 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=178http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/178sflogo_bluebg90626844.gif

1818 N Street NW, Suite 410

Washington DC 20036 41Consumer AdvocacyThe Sunlight Foundation's goal is to use the power of the Internet to shine a light on the interplay of money, lobbying, influence and government in Washington in ways never before possible. They've created sites like http://opencongress.org, http://www.maplight.org, and http://www.opensecrets.org to help ordinary citizens have a more active role in their government, and ultimately make the government data we all have a right to, easily accessible. Sunlight is really all about one thing: transparency! 4/15/2009 9:32:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=179http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/179se32165468741.png

10Consumer AdvocacyThere is a lot of space and potential in the sustainable/ socially conscious space. Best of luck David! 4/15/2009 10:08:50 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=180http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/180nanny-to-you96576720.gif

-10CharityThis service is offered absolutely free to both parents and nannies. Nannies can search nanny jobs and parents can find and interact with potential nannies 4/15/2009 12:57:06 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=181http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/181socalweb51992406.png

Bury St Edmunds 30Social Equity 4/15/2009 1:36:10 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=182http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

21Social Equity 4/15/2009 2:27:51 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=183http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/183CF_sign39148674.jpg

4007 - 11 Street SE, Calgary, AB

61Charity 4/15/2009 3:04:26 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=184http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

washington, dc

01Social EquityWe help companies find great students. 4/15/2009 3:18:36 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=185http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/185linktobu-125x12595557008.jpg

30Social EquityBig Universe has children's books online in multiple languages and about multi cultures. Their story (http://www.biguniverse.com/main/ourstory) is why I'm adding them to SocialYell; here is an excerpt: ...use children's books online as a way to connect the next generation - our children - and help them look past the differences between our various cultures and instead focus on our similarities, so we can come together to explore our big universe... 4/15/2009 5:37:25 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=186http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/186GC generic sticker64798052.jpg

76 Miranda Ave., Toronto, Ontario

-41Consumer AdvocacyHow many times do you find yourself stranded at home, hungry, with no idea what to eat? You have no food at your house and no menus in your drawer. You debate over the local restaurants or better yet, which restaurants are even in your area. How do you know who delivers or what specials appear on their menus? You somehow justify waiting on hold just to find out that your favourite place is out of their special dish. We dealt with the same problems and we knew we weren't the only ones dealing with it! In the summer of 2008, we set out to solve our eating dilemma. Our goal was to create a website that provided consumers with an interactive list of local delivery restaurants. Giving you the flexibility to view restaurant menus, specials, directions, and even allow you to order your food online! Fast, free, and easy, you cut down on the miscommunications, endless hours of debating over where to order from, and the busy signals you get when on the phone with the restaurant. We are happy to announce the answer to your frustration....www.GrubCanada.com! This site is built for you! Please help us spread the word and let us know how to make our site better for you! 4/15/2009 6:08:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=187http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/187logo-local73216865.jpg

2401 15th Street NW, Washington DC 20009

01Social EquityRun by volunteers around the world, the Art of Living Foundation serves the society by strengthening the individual and performing community service. 4/15/2009 6:33:52 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=188http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/188hdr_logo34690836.gif

Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554

21Social Equity-Claims to be environmentally friendly and promote sustainability. --Truth: Built several new buildings and included no environmentally friendly features. Wastes electricity and water at alarming rates. Lone environmentally friendly feature at Sugar Grove campus is a permeable paver parking lot that was required due to water runoff. Colleges should lead the way and show communities what is desirable and possible. Missing the opportunity to include environmentally friendly features in the new science building, academic and professional building, and yet to be built Aurora and Plano campuses shows a lack of vision and leadership. President Christine Sobek should be fired and the board should be ashamed. 4/15/2009 7:31:57 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=189http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/1892ndgreen92017367.jpg

-21Environment2nd Green Revolution is a website dedicated to presenting pertinent information on the clean energy economy. With a focus on renewable energy, smart grid, energy efficiency and sustainable development, 2nd Green Revolution aims to provide analysis, insight and an informative viewpoint on issues relating to the next green revolution. 4/15/2009 7:59:12 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=190http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/190IMG_364217173267.jpg

PIkesville MD 21208 10EnvironmentAre you spending a fortune on heating and cooling? Let us perform a home energy audit and let you know what you can do to save some money. - Are your utility bills higher than they should be? - Is your home is "leaking" heated or A/C air? - Do you feel cold or drafty spots in your home? - You feel big temperature changes from room to room? - Do you want a more energy efficient home? We can show you how to solve these issues. 4/15/2009 11:34:10 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=195http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/195MBS Red81241869.jpg

3500 Phillips Ave

Toledo OH 43608 21Environment 4/16/2009 7:16:23 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=198http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/198NothingButNets Logo3914150.png

31HealthMalaria is so preventable. NothingButNets (like the Gates foundation) does something very real and tangible to save lives. It is an outstanding organization and I have to commend @aplusk for bringing such attention to the organization!4/16/2009 12:03:56 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=199http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

50 United Drive, West Bridgewater, MA 02379

20Social Equity 4/16/2009 4:00:55 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=200http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/200flanigan_farms_logo52299908.gif

P.O. Box 347, Culver City, CA 90232

11HealthI am so perplexed to learn how many people think nuts are fattening and unhealthy...sure, if they're doused with sauces and salted they could be unwholesome, but a handful a day can curb your appetite and provide some health benefits along the way. Nuts are the way to go. My favorite nut company is Flanigan Farms. I usually purchase their nuts online by case and I usually have them within a couple of days! Be careful though, their trail mix is addictive.4/16/2009 5:50:46 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=206http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/206LinkUp-Logo-small2335758.png

11Social EquityLinkUp is trying to be the best socially-responsible job board on the web. LinkUp tries to do this by making sure that all jobs on its site are always current, often unadvertised and never fake. Also, LinkUp doesn't believe in charging jobseekers money nor thinks its should be part of the jobseekering process. Google doesn't charge for users for searching, so why should a job search engine? 4/17/2009 9:58:46 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=207http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/207mosaic-classes32422120.jpg

20Environment 4/17/2009 3:38:41 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=208http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/208mosaic-classes94800767.jpg

3380 E Jolly Rd

01Consumer AdvocacyDelphi Glass is dedicated to arts and education and environmental issues. Every year Delphi donates art supplies and provide special discounts to teachers and art educators. Delphi is proud to be a green company. We use recycled material in our packing. Our new 100% recycled glass tile and exclusive tile mixes will make mosaic art a little more green. 4/17/2009 4:01:47 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=209http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/209Cookum_medium43769182.jpg

01HealthCookum is a hyper-local website that lets people buy and sell homemade food in their communities. The site lets busy working people benefit from the cooking / baking skills of others in the neighborhood. Cookum is meant for people whose food preferences aren't being met by the mainstream restaurants in their area (vegans, gluten-free, people who crave authentic ethnic cuisine). 4/18/2009 2:17:50 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=211http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

-30Social EquityThe art world does not exist. Let's build it together. This is MyArtPlot - one platform for all. MyArtPlot (MAP) is an art community and empowerment platform - of artists, crafters, and supporters - fighting to create a united, supportive, and non-elitist art world. No more isolation, elitism, and starvation. MAP is an essential part of any creative life. It brings together the art profession into one global point of contact and interaction. Social, professional, and commercial power thrive here. Everyday - artists, crafters, and supporters use MAP to interact with those around them and around the world. Most go by their real first and last names. MAP is functional to you as a paint brush is to a painter or a camera is to a photographer - it enables you. This is why people take ownership of their Plot (personal MAP page). Join Now. It's Free! Get a strong web presence; gain and captivate your audience. Showcase, sell, buy, review, interact, share, discover and grow! 4/19/2009 11:24:58 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=213http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/213holstee_logo43437534.jpg

42Social Equity 4/19/2009 1:59:58 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=217http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/217salesforce_logo_red_cube3136179.png

1 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

-170Consumer Advocacy4/22/2009 12:58:21 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=218http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/218Craig_Cross_Legg_198713697.jpg

Atlanta GA 30030 22Health 4/22/2009 3:18:17 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=219http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/219BFlogoforsignature37997639.jpg

9001 Aerial Center Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27511

-61Social EquityGranted, Brand Fuel sells a lot of plastic stuff (just see the video). However, Brand Fuel recycles all paper products in our offices, has all lighting switched to CFB and by the way, plastic stuff gets washed and re-used! (not thrown away). Unsold product gets donated too. This is a young, energetic company that wants to make a difference.4/22/2009 4:37:08 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=223http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/223greenmango_logo110342371.gif

-50Social EquityGreenMango is an affordable, accessible, marketing platform that is designed to help small entrepreneurs in developing countries grow their businesses and improve their income. Currently, GreenMango is working in their initial target market in Hyderabad, India. 4/25/2009 6:57:43 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=224http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/224facebook_pic69525741.jpg

7251 NE 2nd Ave, Unit 108

30HealthToday it`s more than important to choose healthy ingredients for your food. That´s why we use organic and all-natural ingredients. We treat the environment with respect and all of our packaging is 100% recyclable. A soy-based ink is used to print our labels, which means less chemicals are leaking into the environment. 4/27/2009 6:35:28 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=226http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/226splash_table34323591.jpg

11Environment 4/28/2009 11:21:20 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=232http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/232elmex95367837.jpg

21EnvironmentELEMENT is a new hotel chain by the innovative Starwood Hotel Company. ELEMENT is the first hotel line committed to achieving the coveted LEED certification. The line is the first of its kind. To promote environmental awareness, the line has several features including free bicycle rental, in-room recycling, energy efficient heating and cooling systems, even a magnetic "Do Not Disturb" sign, among other things. I am very interested to see how/if this landmark hotel line can thrive in a very volatile economic environment. 5/6/2009 8:09:42 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=234http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/234fuel83301223.jpg

20EnvironmentFUEL is an insightful portrait of America’s addiction to oil and an uplifting testament to the immediacy of new energy solutions. Director, Josh Tickell, a young activist, shuttles us on a whirlwind journey to track the rising domination of the petrochemical industry — from Rockefeller’s strategy to halt Ford’s first ethanol cars to Vice President Cheney's petrochemical company sponsored energy legislation — and reveals a gamut of available solutions to "repower America" — from vertical farms that occupy skyscrapers to algae facilities that turn wastewater into fuel. Tickell and a surprising array of environmentalists, policy makers, and entertainment notables take us through America’s complicated, often ignominious energy past and illuminate a hopeful, achievable future, where decentralized, sustainable living is not only possible, it’s imperative. 5/12/2009 1:10:41 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=235http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/235405club-logo74147296.png

New York NY

20Social EquityNew York's Official (Un)Employment Network, The Fastest Growing Club in New York. Members receive the max $405/week + stimulus from the state for unemployment, while proactively seeking tips and tricks to get back into the workplace. Join the network at the405club.ning.com. The main site can be found at the405club.com. 5/12/2009 1:50:28 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=237http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/237logo-es-mail83716451.jpg

Patagonia, Chile

20Environment 5/12/2009 3:41:16 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=238http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/238SmallbonesSigns11459824.jpg

Gore's Landing, Ontario

01EnvironmentMany home & body products are touted as "natural" but still contain chemicals and artificial ingredients. Smallbones' products are 100% natural, with NO harmful ingredients. Simple & pure items you use every day: soaps, beeswax candles, washcloths, even room sprays that are completely natural. Smallbones is located in a heritage home with a composting toilet, greywater system, native plants, veg & herb gardens -- owned by person with 40 year history in environmental movement. 5/12/2009 6:49:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=239http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/239HG Image74666458.png

20CharityThis is a wonderful new concept helping homeless Moms with Kids. It's a long-term plan for helping Moms become self-sufficient, away from Skid Row in LA. 5/12/2009 9:40:45 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=240http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/240URM63016928.jpg

30CharityUnion Rescue Mission is one of the oldest and largest homeless rescue missions in the US, located in the epicenter of Skid Row in Los Angeles. Devoted to helping the homeless find hope and help. 5/12/2009 9:45:00 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=241http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/241Bobby859685857.jpg

-10CharityThe Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation is the primary organization dedicated to finding a cure for and raising awareness of Pulmonary Fibrosis, an often fatal lung disease. The Foundation is also devoted to improving the quality of life for those afflicted with this illness through: Funding and supporting new research. Providing educational materials to the medical and lay communities. Obtaining Congressional Support to increase funding of the NIH to find a cure for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Convincing the drug companies to initiate additional studies to find an effective treatment. Raising funds so that Medical and Scientific Researchers can devote their time exclusively to finding a cure and not have to be diverted from these tasks to seek financial support. Providing support groups, information and reassurance. Through your support we hope to empower scientists and physicians to sufficiently increase biomedical knowledge to the point where having Pulmonary Fibrosis no longer implies a death sentence. Pulmonary Fibrosis involves scarring of the lung. Gradually, the air sacs of the lungs become replaced by fibrotic tissue. When the scar forms, the tissue becomes thicker causing an irreversible loss of the tissue’s ability to transfer oxygen into the bloodstream There are five million people worldwide that are affected by this disease. In the United States there are over 200,000 patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis. As a consequence of misdiagnosis the actual numbers may be significantly higher. Of these more than 40,000 expire annually. This is the same as die from Breast Cancer. 5/12/2009 10:28:28 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=242http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/242El-Paseo-Propane-Bus-Web-1-post91866087.jpg

651 Aldo Avenue

Santa Clara CA 95054 51EnvironmentEl Paseo Limousine is integrating hybrid, CNG and Propane cars, vans and buses into their fleet, adding devices to keep their motor oil cleaner so it lasts longer, and installing devices on their fossil fuel-fueled cars to reduce emissions by more than 12%. If you are looking for a more environmentally friendly transportation company for your next airport transfer, prom, wedding or other special event, give them a call - they are a great company and care about the impact they are having. 5/13/2009 10:44:46 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=243http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/243images432257.jpg

National

51Health 5/13/2009 11:30:30 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=245http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/245AHLogoOriginalSmall64106650.gif

308 East Main St., PO Box 2317 Salisbury, MD 21802-2317

20Social Equity 5/14/2009 9:53:29 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=246http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/246islandlogoweb99774686.jpg

5870 Cottage Drive, Bellaire, MI 49615

00EnvironmentGrowing non-profit arts and ecology center dedicated to connecting people with nature, art and community. ISLAND supports artists – visionaries, conceptual explorers and compelling communicators – with dedicated time, space and resources to create new work; ISLAND connects people to the skills and traditions of community self-reliance; ISLAND creates and shares a broad collection of tools for ecological living. 5/14/2009 10:51:17 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=247http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/247seventh-generation-logo37020019.jpg

60 Lake Street Burlington, VT 05401

93EnvironmentOut of all the products I see at the grocery store, Seventh Generation doesn't just call themselves "A Green Product," they define the term. They make all their social and environmental projects, that I as a consumer help fund, very transparent on their website. 5/15/2009 2:16:56 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=247http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/247seventh-generation-logo37020019.jpg

60 Lake Street Burlington, VT 05401

93HealthOut of all the products I see at the grocery store, Seventh Generation doesn't just call themselves "A Green Product," they define the term. They make all their social and environmental projects, that I as a consumer help fund, very transparent on their website. 5/15/2009 2:16:56 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=248http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/248Quench_logo89075136.png

780 5th Avenue · Suite 110 King of Prussia, PA 19406

42EnvironmentQuench is the largest point-of-use water cooler Co. in the US & distributes bottleless water dispensers & water filtration systems to over 15,000 businesses. By replacing traditional "bottled" water coolers, organizations are able to dramatically lower their impact on the environment. No bottles, just an endless supply of fresh water. 5/15/2009 10:02:14 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=249http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

1210 Ski Way

33HealthDiamond Peak Ski Resort is a family friendly ski resort. We offer affordable tickets and packages and fun events like this Dummy Downhill event. Families and especially kids love this event and they spent time outdoors, learn to build dummies with their parents and have fun doing it. 5/15/2009 12:18:45 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=250http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/250developer-nakheel_logo30515977.jpg

Dubai

-21EnvironmentConsidering the amount of damage Nakheel has caused to marine life and the environment in UAE, it would take centuries for it to negate reduce it's Ecological Footprint to 1. A negligent rating for complete and total disregard to the environmental impact of its operations on the UAE and global communities. 5/17/2009 2:30:26 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=251http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/251Everywun Basic logo - JPEG45602262.JPG

10Social Equity 5/24/2009 7:01:06 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=253http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/253image00582216749.png

10 Erste St, PO box 166 Snoqualmie Pass, WA 98068-0166

20EnvironmentOur thoughts on home energy efficiency can be seen at www.twitter.com/MountainLogic 5/27/2009 4:08:12 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=254http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/254Trader Joes2173540.gif

53EnvironmentI have mixed feelings about Trader Joes. Green peace is a consistent environmental advocate and has called out Trader Joes unsustainable practices many times including its use of genetically engineered products: http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/press-center/releases2/grocery-chain-trader-joe-s-dro In addition, Trader Joe's was recently ranked #16 on the "Sustainable Seafood" list created by Green Peace. From my own experiences, Trader Joe's throws away an excess amount of their products (wine bottles with a single chip) and many broke, resourceful college students dumpster dive to receive perfectly good products. Overall, I feel Trader Joe's has a strong philosophy but the company does not always support its belief in sustainability through its actions.5/31/2009 2:45:43 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=254http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/254Trader Joes2173540.gif

53Consumer AdvocacyI have mixed feelings about Trader Joes. Green peace is a consistent environmental advocate and has called out Trader Joes unsustainable practices many times including its use of genetically engineered products: http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/press-center/releases2/grocery-chain-trader-joe-s-dro In addition, Trader Joe's was recently ranked #16 on the "Sustainable Seafood" list created by Green Peace. From my own experiences, Trader Joe's throws away an excess amount of their products (wine bottles with a single chip) and many broke, resourceful college students dumpster dive to receive perfectly good products. Overall, I feel Trader Joe's has a strong philosophy but the company does not always support its belief in sustainability through its actions.5/31/2009 2:45:43 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=255http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/255Ben and Jerrys40438707.png

Burlington, VT

93Consumer AdvocacyBen and Jerrys is a leader in social equity and environmentalism. Their containers are made out of pulp from sustainably farmed forests, they are fighting global warming by using HC instead of HFC freezers, they support fair trade and they ensure livable wages for their employees. Overall, Ben and Jerrys products are delicious and the company is socially and environmentally responsible.5/31/2009 3:06:41 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=256http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/256All at Once31767861.png

31Environment"All at Once" is an online community started by singer/songwriter Jack Johnson. The social community promotes environmentally conscious discussions and creative expression. In addition, it has an extensive list of online links to non-profits across the world.5/31/2009 3:18:03 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=257http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/257Life Is Good66104413.gif

Northeast USA

51Consumer Advocacy"Life is Good" is a young company that has taken the Northeast USA by storm. Through summer festivals, the company raises funds for the "Life is Good Kids Foundation". The festivals are free and promote "good feelings" through outdoor recreation. Funds are raised through retail purchases, fundraising walks and donations.5/31/2009 3:29:46 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=258http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

11Social EquityRoberts Environmental Center (REC) is a gem of a research institute at Claremont McKenna College, a small liberal arts college located in southern California. REC allows students to work as research analysts, evaluating corporate environmental and sustainability reports using the Pacific Sustainability Index (PSI). The results are then published on the REC website in the form of graphs, sector reports, and technical papers. This entire process raises the bar for better sustainability reporting by encouraging companies analyzed to provide feedback and additional online materials. 6/1/2009 1:39:00 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=259http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/259kashi_nation_large60571879.jpg

Kashi Company P.O. Box 8557

La Jolla California 92038 -10HealthKashi is a company all about promoting health, wellness and awareness. They challenge everyone to live healthier, try new things and even reduce their carbon footprint. By constantly putting out and promoting healthy items and even allowing website users to publish their accomplishments, Kashi knows how to bring everyone together. 6/2/2009 10:35:53 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=260http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/260Burts Bees30910635.JPG

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202EnvironmentBurt's Bees main mission is to provide earth friendly personal care products that are either 100% natural or darn close to it. Getting their start in 1984, Burt's Bees has grown from selling just homemade beeswax candles in Maine. They are committed to a set of values that makes this company aware of their actions. Burt's Bees promotes the well-being of its consumers, socially responsible business practices that support people's basic rights and sustaining and improving the environment by encouraging daily practices to keep our planet green and clean. Truly natural products from this company line the shelves, making it the leading personal care company. You won't find ingredients you can't pronounce and their products are never tested on animals. With personal care products for everyone, it's easy to go all natural with Burt's Bees. 6/2/2009 10:49:21 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=260http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/260Burts Bees30910635.JPG

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202HealthBurt's Bees main mission is to provide earth friendly personal care products that are either 100% natural or darn close to it. Getting their start in 1984, Burt's Bees has grown from selling just homemade beeswax candles in Maine. They are committed to a set of values that makes this company aware of their actions. Burt's Bees promotes the well-being of its consumers, socially responsible business practices that support people's basic rights and sustaining and improving the environment by encouraging daily practices to keep our planet green and clean. Truly natural products from this company line the shelves, making it the leading personal care company. You won't find ingredients you can't pronounce and their products are never tested on animals. With personal care products for everyone, it's easy to go all natural with Burt's Bees. 6/2/2009 10:49:21 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=260http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/260Burts Bees30910635.JPG

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202CharityBurt's Bees main mission is to provide earth friendly personal care products that are either 100% natural or darn close to it. Getting their start in 1984, Burt's Bees has grown from selling just homemade beeswax candles in Maine. They are committed to a set of values that makes this company aware of their actions. Burt's Bees promotes the well-being of its consumers, socially responsible business practices that support people's basic rights and sustaining and improving the environment by encouraging daily practices to keep our planet green and clean. Truly natural products from this company line the shelves, making it the leading personal care company. You won't find ingredients you can't pronounce and their products are never tested on animals. With personal care products for everyone, it's easy to go all natural with Burt's Bees. 6/2/2009 10:49:21 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=261http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/261llbean_logo69458880.gif

00EnvironmentL.L. Bean is a retail company that specializes in products that bring customers closer to nature, such as camping gear. To protect the company’s home state of Maine, the headquarters strives to use only recycled paper in all production, development and marketing. Thanks to their corporate recycling program, the company currently recycles 82 percent of their total waste. L.L. Bean also makes a serious effort to cut down on energy use by installing light sensors in all buildings, energy management systems to regulate building temperature and lighting fixtures with energy efficient alternatives. The company has nine green retail stores registered and built to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards. L.L. Bean, in an effort to promote green alternatives in business, has begun working with other companies such as American Apparel, to restrict chemicals used in products. 6/2/2009 12:03:20 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=262http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/262Sundrinks Inc Flyer71453718.jpg

Miami,FL

31CharitySunDrinks has a long line of products ranging from Deportiva (an energy sports drink) to Madame Gougousse (produces stuff like rice, drink mixes, etc) but they still have time to give back to the community. A large part of their customer base is from the Caribbean and SunDrinks often donates clothing, personal hygiene items, and food to the needy island of Haiti. I know this, because as an employee I helped to pack box after box of donations and put them in trailers to be sent to Haiti. 6/3/2009 11:31:18 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=263http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/263betterplace23114338.jpg

Palo Alto, CA 94304

247EnvironmentShai Agassi, the founder of Project Better Place, has conceived of a model where communities can quickly make the transition from combustion engine cars to fully electric automobiles that have absolutely no detrimental effect on the environment. He has teamed up with Renault-Nissan to supply electric cars that will run on electric grids powered by solar and wind. To solve the problem of range anxiety he plans to build a network of battery switching stations and battery recharging meters. So far, Israel, Denmark, California, Australia, Hawaii, and Ontario have signed up to be beta users of the network, and will soon reap the benefits of a completely zero emissions transportation network. 6/3/2009 5:58:10 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=263http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/263betterplace23114338.jpg

Palo Alto, CA 94304

247Consumer AdvocacyShai Agassi, the founder of Project Better Place, has conceived of a model where communities can quickly make the transition from combustion engine cars to fully electric automobiles that have absolutely no detrimental effect on the environment. He has teamed up with Renault-Nissan to supply electric cars that will run on electric grids powered by solar and wind. To solve the problem of range anxiety he plans to build a network of battery switching stations and battery recharging meters. So far, Israel, Denmark, California, Australia, Hawaii, and Ontario have signed up to be beta users of the network, and will soon reap the benefits of a completely zero emissions transportation network. 6/3/2009 5:58:10 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=264http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/264Peace Cereal81256638.gif

30CharityPeace Cereal was founded in 1997 on the basis of three principles: "feel good, be good, and do good." In order to support the latter, Peace Cereal donates 10% of its profits to support community projects such as food banks and school breakfast programs.6/8/2009 1:00:11 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=265http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/265Physicians24855691.png

20HealthPCRM is a nonprofit health organization that promotes preventive medicine--beginning with a healthy diet--, conducts essential clinical research studies, opposes unethical human experimentation, and promotes alternatives to animal research. PCRM's efforts have educated the public about the many healthy benefits of vegetarian and vegan diets, which has enabled many people worldwide to reduce their risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes, and continue to lead healthier, and happier lives.6/8/2009 1:06:16 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=267http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/267med logo79968081.gif

2206 Alpine Blvd

Alpine Ca 91901 21EnvironmentThe Green Economy can be overwhelming...That's why we've created a site where it is easy for users to find local Green products and services. It is our goal to provide resources for consumers to better their living environment and help decrease their energy and resource use. 6/10/2009 12:38:03 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=268http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/268Home_Depot32628940.jpg

177EnvironmentThe Home Depot is known as a “home improvement specialty retailer” with locations in every state, including DC, Puerto Rico, China, Virgin Islands, Canada and Mexico. They sell appliances, flooring, building materials, doors, windows, lighting, kitchen and bathroom counters and cabinets, paint, tools and outdoor materials. Everybody talks about wanting to help the environment, which includes preserving the forests. We try to use recycled paper and products, but what do we do when we need to build or construct something out of wood? At the Home Depot, the lumber sold is from forests managed in such a way that ensure its protection, along with the protection of its inhabitants. It takes almost 64 trees to create all the wood products found in the typical kitchen. That’s a lot of trees considering every household has a kitchen, so why wouldn’t someone want to buy FSC certified lumber, and make that eco-friendly effort. The Home Depot is also the place for all your energy saving needs with an extensive collection of solar and energy efficient products which help save money on utility bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Home Depot also supplies paint that reduces emissions and improves air quality for earth but especially for your home and family. Freshaire Choice paint, only available at the Home Depot, is the first and only paint tinted paint to contain no Volatile Organic Compounds, which are harsh chemicals in paint that give it that paint smell. Although building or remodeling may not be a very environmentally sound activity, society will continue to build houses, make wood kitchen cabinets, paint walls and use electricity, so why not be as eco-friendly as possible. The Home Depot is an ideal place to go for those eco-friendly products. 6/10/2009 1:34:22 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=270http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/270logo-lipton76330594.jpg

21Social EquityLipton Tea has made a commitment to sustainable agriculture. United Nations World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainable development as that which “meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Lipton Tea does superb job in following what the UN has outlined. Several of the tea farms have earned the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal including their Kericho, Kenya estate. By 2015 Lipton hopes that all of their tea bags sold globally will have been grown on Rainforest Alliance Certified estates. The Rainforest Alliance is a nonprofit conservation organization that works to conserve biodiversity and protect the rights and welfare of workers, their families and communities. Farms that meet the standards of the Sustainable Agriculture Network, which is an international coalition of leading conservation groups, are eligible to earn the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal. This is wonderful act of social responsibility by Lipton and demonstrates their want to be positively involved in sustainable development overseas.6/10/2009 7:03:39 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=271http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/271walmart5203764.jpg

3813EnvironmentI have heard a lot of negative talk about Wal-Mart's terrible treatment of employees with low wages, not providing sufficient healthcare, and supporting inhumane treatment of factory workers. What I have been hearing recently, however, is that Wal-Mart is rebranding itself as a sustainability leader - pushing its suppliers to go green or get cut, pledging to divert its waste from landfills, reducing plastic bag waste by 1/3, and doubling the efficiency of its trucking fleet with biodiesels and hybrid drivetrains. Do people on here know if their efforts are enough? 6/11/2009 1:12:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=271http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/271walmart5203764.jpg

3813Social EquityI have heard a lot of negative talk about Wal-Mart's terrible treatment of employees with low wages, not providing sufficient healthcare, and supporting inhumane treatment of factory workers. What I have been hearing recently, however, is that Wal-Mart is rebranding itself as a sustainability leader - pushing its suppliers to go green or get cut, pledging to divert its waste from landfills, reducing plastic bag waste by 1/3, and doubling the efficiency of its trucking fleet with biodiesels and hybrid drivetrains. Do people on here know if their efforts are enough? 6/11/2009 1:12:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=271http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/271walmart5203764.jpg

3813Consumer AdvocacyI have heard a lot of negative talk about Wal-Mart's terrible treatment of employees with low wages, not providing sufficient healthcare, and supporting inhumane treatment of factory workers. What I have been hearing recently, however, is that Wal-Mart is rebranding itself as a sustainability leader - pushing its suppliers to go green or get cut, pledging to divert its waste from landfills, reducing plastic bag waste by 1/3, and doubling the efficiency of its trucking fleet with biodiesels and hybrid drivetrains. Do people on here know if their efforts are enough? 6/11/2009 1:12:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=272http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/272give_water57686248.jpg

41CharityI usually don't buy bottled water. I just refill my aluminum water bottle. However, I still think Give Water is a fantastic idea. Bottles are distributed regionally and delivered to local stores to reduce their carbon footprint. Also, 10 cents of every bottle are donated to a charity of your choice. Charities are divided in to 4 categories- hope, life, strength, and love. Thus, every time you buy a bottle of water (when you absolutely have to), buy Give water and you're giving a dime to a cause you believe in. 6/11/2009 6:50:25 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=273http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/273Giaim20345953.gif

30Consumer AdvocacyMy comment is not limited to this company, but I made a recent purchase from this eco based lifestyle store. I purchased an aluminum water bottle which states very clearly on the tag I'M NOT A PLASTIC BOTTLE. Very rightly so. However, this container which claims to help reduce the number of plastic bottles being deposited into landfills and takes 1,000 years to biodegrade, came to me in yes... A PLASTIC WRAPPER. If companies are going to try to bring about a social/ conscious change and make a product that claims to commit to this, then those companies need to commit fully to their product boycotting this material altogether.6/13/2009 1:22:54 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=274http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

11Social EquityCRES, founded in 1985 by a social entrepreneur named Joris Brinkerhoff, has benefited local Costa Ricans in many ways. Mr. Brinkerhoff's organization created The Butterfly Farm, which breeds butterflies and exports butterfly pupae. To sustain The Butterfly Farm, CRES trains otherwise unskilled, uneducated workers, making them successful butterfly breeders. As demand for pupae exports and tourist visits to The Butterfly Farm increase, so do the breeders' incomes and living standards. In summary, CRES has helped many Costa Ricans out of poverty through job creation and training in a marketable skill (butterfly breeding). 6/14/2009 11:05:33 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=282http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/282Toyota52121557.png

4714EnvironmentToyota is proof that corporate social responsibility (CSR) can produce social and financial benefits simultaneously. While many companies view CSR initiatives as necessary and costly evils, Toyota realized that investing in fuel efficient vehicles would eventually provide a significant return. In the 1990s, the Japanese automaker focused on fuel efficiency and compact cars, while competitors focused on powerful engines and other features that attracted the market then. Toyota's commitment to producing more economical, efficient vehicles and hybrids has paid off as the company recently surpassed General Motors as the world's largest automaker. Consumers now opt for fuel efficient vehicles, mostly because of rising gas prices. The powerhouse vehicles so famous a decade ago are quickly losing popularity, now labeled as gas guzzlers. Toyota serves as an example of CSR done correctly. It produces vehicles that do not cause as much air pollution or consume as much gasoline as competitors. Due to notoriously high gas prices and global warming concerns, consumers now turn to Toyota. This new popularity has allowed Toyota to survive the economic recession, while General Motors and Chrysler are now bankrupt. It has benefited financially while reducing air pollution and oil consumption. Toyota's initiatives make it a social responsibility leader.6/17/2009 1:00:38 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=282http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/282Toyota52121557.png

4714Consumer AdvocacyToyota is proof that corporate social responsibility (CSR) can produce social and financial benefits simultaneously. While many companies view CSR initiatives as necessary and costly evils, Toyota realized that investing in fuel efficient vehicles would eventually provide a significant return. In the 1990s, the Japanese automaker focused on fuel efficiency and compact cars, while competitors focused on powerful engines and other features that attracted the market then. Toyota's commitment to producing more economical, efficient vehicles and hybrids has paid off as the company recently surpassed General Motors as the world's largest automaker. Consumers now opt for fuel efficient vehicles, mostly because of rising gas prices. The powerhouse vehicles so famous a decade ago are quickly losing popularity, now labeled as gas guzzlers. Toyota serves as an example of CSR done correctly. It produces vehicles that do not cause as much air pollution or consume as much gasoline as competitors. Due to notoriously high gas prices and global warming concerns, consumers now turn to Toyota. This new popularity has allowed Toyota to survive the economic recession, while General Motors and Chrysler are now bankrupt. It has benefited financially while reducing air pollution and oil consumption. Toyota's initiatives make it a social responsibility leader.6/17/2009 1:00:38 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=283http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/283logo25492418.png

Große Brunnenstraße 63A

Hamburg Germany 22763 11CharityAlong with the air we breath water is the most elemental basis to life.Water brings forth life, water is life. Water means healthy living, happy living. For Viva con Agua de Sankt Pauli this fact is the fundamental motivation making us take action – to realise water projects around the earth, thus enabling people an access to clean drinking water. 6/18/2009 10:27:35 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=284http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/284Norman-Harley-023small16949341.jpg

01EnvironmentCreate Innovative marketing collateral through sustainable design 6/18/2009 7:34:18 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=291http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/291GE83530133.gif

176EnvironmentOn its website, General Electric (GE) boasts of "ecomagination," a term it coined approximately four years ago to describe its efforts to reduce its environmental impact and create green collar jobs. GE claims that its green initiatives also make it more profitable and allow it to expand. In turn, its high profit margins allow it to invest more heavily in new technologies that continue benefiting the environment. In its 2008 Ecomagination Report, GE promised to increase its overall investment in research and development to $1.5 billion by the end of 2010. The company is very outspoken about its environmental activism and even advertised its green initiative at the 2009 Super Bowl. Despite its claims, GE critics are quick to challenge its efforts and often label it as a greenwasher. GE ranks sixth on the University of Massachusetts Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) list of most toxic companies, even though it launched the ecomagination initiative in 2005. It also continues to generate millions of pounds of waste. Clearly, GE is not the lean, green machine that it claims to be. Its efforts to become more environmentally-friendly are good, but it needs to produce better results. Until then, we cannot classify GE as a socially responsible company.6/19/2009 5:24:11 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=291http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/291GE83530133.gif

176Consumer AdvocacyOn its website, General Electric (GE) boasts of "ecomagination," a term it coined approximately four years ago to describe its efforts to reduce its environmental impact and create green collar jobs. GE claims that its green initiatives also make it more profitable and allow it to expand. In turn, its high profit margins allow it to invest more heavily in new technologies that continue benefiting the environment. In its 2008 Ecomagination Report, GE promised to increase its overall investment in research and development to $1.5 billion by the end of 2010. The company is very outspoken about its environmental activism and even advertised its green initiative at the 2009 Super Bowl. Despite its claims, GE critics are quick to challenge its efforts and often label it as a greenwasher. GE ranks sixth on the University of Massachusetts Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) list of most toxic companies, even though it launched the ecomagination initiative in 2005. It also continues to generate millions of pounds of waste. Clearly, GE is not the lean, green machine that it claims to be. Its efforts to become more environmentally-friendly are good, but it needs to produce better results. Until then, we cannot classify GE as a socially responsible company.6/19/2009 5:24:11 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=293http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/293alba55954765.jpg

51HealthAlba provides natural body care products--skin care, hair care, sunscreen, etc-- by blending pure botanicals, essential oils and vitamins. They are committed to the environment in several ways, such as: their use of recycled paper for printed promotional materials and all of the EU Safe Cosmetic ingredients in their products. 6/19/2009 6:07:02 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=294http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

42CharityNewman's Own, in addition to sponsoring the Green movement, promoting organic and natural lifestyles and providing camps for children with serious illnesses, the late Paul Newman's company has earned over $265 million for countless charities over their 26 years in operation. 6/19/2009 7:35:45 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=295http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/295marykay64404164.jpg

52HealthMary Kay develops, manufactures, and tests its own line of makeup that is not tested on animals. The goal of the company is to change the lives of women and children around the world. "Pink is doing green" by donating over 200,000 trees and partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation. Also, Mary Kay has partnered with several state legislatures and schools to try to end teen domestic violence. They have also donated over $11 million to domestic violence and women's shelters around the country, plus more in other parts of the world. 6/19/2009 8:24:23 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=295http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/295marykay64404164.jpg

52CharityMary Kay develops, manufactures, and tests its own line of makeup that is not tested on animals. The goal of the company is to change the lives of women and children around the world. "Pink is doing green" by donating over 200,000 trees and partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation. Also, Mary Kay has partnered with several state legislatures and schools to try to end teen domestic violence. They have also donated over $11 million to domestic violence and women's shelters around the country, plus more in other parts of the world. 6/19/2009 8:24:23 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=296http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/296jason_logo89739985.jpg

11EnvironmentJason Natural makes pure and natural products the for skin, body, hair and oral health. They use all environmentally friendly alternatives instead of mass-produced, synthetic chemical products. Jason is a leader is using nature's abundant plants, flowers, herbs, and roots that are rich in vitamins and minerals to care for our body. All the products are organic and natural, and the company strives to continue to protect and respect the environment. 6/19/2009 8:32:39 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=297http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/297Odwalla_logo88190900.jpg

52EnvironmentOdwalla is an earth-friendly all natural juice, smoothie, and bars company. They strive to "make great juice, do good things for the community, and build a business with heart." Odwalla also has a Plant-A-Tree program where they are planting trees in state parks! It's so easy- just go to http://www.parkvisitor.com/odwalla/ and click! 6/22/2009 7:01:43 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=298http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

00EnvironmentEveryone knows about organic wines and biodynamic wines, but what about wines that are made in an eco-friendly fashion? According to a posting on The Passionate Foodie website, a “potential contender for the top spot” is actually 360 Vodka. The McCormick Distilling Co. Inc, located in Missouri, recently created a division called the Earth Friendly Distilling Company, to produce their new product, the 360 Vodka, which is devoted to eco-awareness and corporate responsibility. They reduce transportation emissions by using only grains from Kansas and Missouri. The vodka is distilled and filtered in such a way that none of the grains go to waste, as well as energy. The facility also stops the carbon dioxide from leaving the distilling center and entering the atmosphere. The vodka has packaging materials that are recycled and transported using new hybrid and biodiesel trucks. The best part is, the vodka tastes great (according to the writer of The Passionate Foodie post) and is not more expensive than any other premium vodka. 6/23/2009 9:28:18 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=299http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/299logoaltrabrescianerosso8486590.png

Brescia Italy 11EnvironmentStakeholders, all Brescia's community, can write articles and speak about what really happens in its city paying a particular attention to environmental problems (like the big incenerator). Who write are not journalists but only active citizens who care their town. It's an important way of sharing indipendent news. 6/24/2009 8:12:18 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=300http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/300bright-green-small99851738.jpg

San Francisco, CA

00Environment 6/25/2009 12:01:20 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=301http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/301american_apparel70424845.jpg

43EnvironmentAmerican Apparel is a clothing company that sells to customers of all ages. The clothing is primarily casual basics, usually in a variety of solid colors. They are also known for being very environmentally and socially conscious. Unused fabric and cloth are recycled into yarn for future garments or used by the custodial team for cleaning. It is very important to the company that remaining materials are not thrown away and left in a landfill. American Apparel is beginning to incorporate fabrics into their products such as bamboo and recycled polyester. The company’s LA factory is powered by state of the art solar panels, which generates approximately 150 kilowatts of renewable and clean power. However, this is only 15 percent of their energy needs. The American Apparel catalogs are printed on 100 percent recycled paper with non toxic inks. 6/29/2009 8:19:57 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=302http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/302tropicanas52905992.jpg

22EnvironmentTropicana is a fruit juice company that has been around for over 60 years. Tropicana uses its product to get the consumer involved in the fight for the rainforests. Every time someone buys a Tropicana Pure Premium product and enters a code that comes on the package into the website, 100 square feet of rainforest land is safer. Tropicana has a partnership with Cool Earth, which is an international organization that works to halt climate change and protect the world’s endangered rainforests. All Tropicana cartons are recycled, recyclable, and produced with the minimum amount of materials usable. 6/29/2009 8:24:42 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=303http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/303kelloggs61965750.png

-22EnvironmentThe Kellogg Company is known as the world’s largest producer of cereal foods and convenience foods such as pastries, fruit snacks and crackers. The company was built on environmentally friendly ideals, even before the green movement. Kellogg’s cereal cardboard packaging has been made from recycled materials for almost 100 years. However, the bag inside the cereal box and the wrappers used for cereal bars are not recycled. Over the years, Kellogg’s has been working to reduce the amount of cardboard and plastic wrapping used in its packaging, while keeping the food safe and fresh. The company also has active and lifestyle community programs in the UK that promote healthy living. 6/29/2009 8:28:50 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=304http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/304General Motors Logo37789935.png

149EnvironmentThe new Chevy Volt is a new line of hybrid they just came out with! They are different from allthe ones int eh past becasuse they are a Series hybrid, which means power is fed directly to the motor, not the battery. It can be plugged into a household electric socket and charged fully within about six hours. Completely charged it can drive roughly 40 miles on electricity alone. According to GM, more than 75 percent of Americans live within 20 miles of where they work, meaning the Volt would get them to the office and back on 100% electricity with no direct emissions.This is great and will hopfully encourage more people to purcahse nad use hybrids! If the battery does run down, the 1.0-liter, three-cylinder gas engine acts as a generator to charge the battery and provides enough power to for up to an additional 600 miles. This is great and that is a such a long distance the amount you would save on gas is rediculous! The second significant aspect is that the gasoline-driven generator engine can easily be replaced with an engine that runs on E85, diesel, bio-diesel, pure ethanol or even a hydrogen fuel cell. People would then be able to chose their engine based on fuel availability and prices in their region. Another great and innovative option that will really appeal to the consumer where ever they are. I think this is best hybrid to date and hopfully this is just the beginning of better and greener hybrids/ electric cars to come! I guess its better late than never!6/30/2009 9:42:16 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=304http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/304General Motors Logo37789935.png

149Consumer AdvocacyThe new Chevy Volt is a new line of hybrid they just came out with! They are different from allthe ones int eh past becasuse they are a Series hybrid, which means power is fed directly to the motor, not the battery. It can be plugged into a household electric socket and charged fully within about six hours. Completely charged it can drive roughly 40 miles on electricity alone. According to GM, more than 75 percent of Americans live within 20 miles of where they work, meaning the Volt would get them to the office and back on 100% electricity with no direct emissions.This is great and will hopfully encourage more people to purcahse nad use hybrids! If the battery does run down, the 1.0-liter, three-cylinder gas engine acts as a generator to charge the battery and provides enough power to for up to an additional 600 miles. This is great and that is a such a long distance the amount you would save on gas is rediculous! The second significant aspect is that the gasoline-driven generator engine can easily be replaced with an engine that runs on E85, diesel, bio-diesel, pure ethanol or even a hydrogen fuel cell. People would then be able to chose their engine based on fuel availability and prices in their region. Another great and innovative option that will really appeal to the consumer where ever they are. I think this is best hybrid to date and hopfully this is just the beginning of better and greener hybrids/ electric cars to come! I guess its better late than never!6/30/2009 9:42:16 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=305http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/305tesla54815373.jpg

125EnvironmentElon Musk, Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning expected the Big Three to use their financial capital and market position to advance electric cars in the United States. When it became obvious they weren't about to take charge these three got together and formed a business plan to do just that. Believing the best entry point in the all-electric car market would be with a top-of-the-line, flashy, expensive model they started working on the Roadster - a $100,000 car they compare to Porsches and Ferraris. In the coming years Tesla plans on rolling out a $50,000 sedan and $30,000 electric car for the average consumer. 7/1/2009 1:06:20 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=305http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/305tesla54815373.jpg

125Consumer AdvocacyElon Musk, Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning expected the Big Three to use their financial capital and market position to advance electric cars in the United States. When it became obvious they weren't about to take charge these three got together and formed a business plan to do just that. Believing the best entry point in the all-electric car market would be with a top-of-the-line, flashy, expensive model they started working on the Roadster - a $100,000 car they compare to Porsches and Ferraris. In the coming years Tesla plans on rolling out a $50,000 sedan and $30,000 electric car for the average consumer. 7/1/2009 1:06:20 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=309http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/309Comcast59046009.jpg

62Consumer AdvocacyComcast serves over 23 million households in the United States and is a Fortune 100 company that continues to profit despite the economic recession. Yet the company struggles to satisfy many customers, earning it a negative reputation. A 2007 MSN Money-Zogby poll found that 30 percent of Comcast users considered the company's customer service to be poor. The company admitted that it has over 260 million customer interactions per year and is ranked third in MSN Money's Customer Service Hall of Shame. A socially responsible company cannot have as many dissatisfied customers as Comcast. The cable and Internet company has vowed to improve its quality of service. It claims to proactively reach out to over 15,000 customers per month and seek feedback from them. If the company can utilize the feedback and develop new strategies for maintaining rapport with customers, then it will reduce the hostility it now faces. However, what if Comcast cannot please its customers? Will it remain a Fortune 100 company? Or will negative publicity hamper its future profitability? 7/2/2009 2:37:25 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=310http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/310recharge12661799.jpg

Windsor Ontario 41EnvironmentNO GAS – NO OIL - NO EMISSIONS VIRTUALLY NO MAINTENANCE – QUIET OPERATION The RECHARGE MOWER is both Environmentally and User Friendly! 7/6/2009 10:30:59 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=311http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/311Late July2578899.GIF

11Consumer AdvocacyLate July is a family owned and operated organic snack business. One recent endeavor of theirs, along with Stonyfield, has been to promote the film Food, Inc.-- a film dedicated to exposing all of the behind the scenes information about our nation's food industry7/6/2009 6:07:13 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=312http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/312AmericanAirlines74657131.jpg

135Consumer AdvocacyHave a problem with American Airlines? Well, the ticketing representatives at any of the general phone numbers can't help you. AND they don't have a phone number for customer service. They tell you "oh, Customer Service deals with that", but the joke is on you - you can't call Customer Service. Don't worry, though, you can fax them. Seriously, that's how you have to get in touch with them. Crazy. 7/9/2009 8:55:14 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=313http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/313Alive logo24197013.jpg

20CharityAlive's mission is to create opportunities for young women to discover their voice and realize their full potential and to cultivate strong communities of men and women dedicated to reforming not just the media but the culture that surrounds young women. 7/9/2009 10:23:43 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=314http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/314EIILogoBlack2x279439346.JPG

at the David Brower Center 2150 Allston Way, Suite 460

Berkeley CA 94704 21EnvironmentEarth Island Institute grows environmental leadership through education and activism. Our projects, publications, and initiatives support the biological and cultural diversity that sustain the environment. 7/9/2009 1:08:24 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=316http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/316amazon99078077.jpg

136EnvironmentAmazon.com is the largest online retailer in the United States by a long shot, and with their massive scale of distribution any efficiency changes they make have considerable ripple effect. They have documented numerous "Earth Kaizens," or changes for good, in their business practices on their website: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=578084 Amazon also catalogs their best green products on www.amazon.com/green to make it easier to pick out the most eco-friendly products. They are a massive electronics distributor, and have recently lowered the price of their Kindle (an electronic book) to $299 to capture a larger market of bookworms and advance paperless literature. 7/13/2009 4:08:53 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=316http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/316amazon99078077.jpg

136Consumer AdvocacyAmazon.com is the largest online retailer in the United States by a long shot, and with their massive scale of distribution any efficiency changes they make have considerable ripple effect. They have documented numerous "Earth Kaizens," or changes for good, in their business practices on their website: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=578084 Amazon also catalogs their best green products on www.amazon.com/green to make it easier to pick out the most eco-friendly products. They are a massive electronics distributor, and have recently lowered the price of their Kindle (an electronic book) to $299 to capture a larger market of bookworms and advance paperless literature. 7/13/2009 4:08:53 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=317http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/317mec_logo_v1_m5657756983061429459693570.gif

21EnvironmentWhile quietly going about its business, Mountain Equipment Co-op has integrated social and environmental responsibility into almost everything it does. You can walk into one of the stores and ask what their rate of diversion of waste materials is, and someone will tell you. People are willing to discuss the impacts and options for the products they sell. 7/14/2009 11:21:25 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=318http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/318UPS-LOGO9564149.jpg

115EnvironmentThe United Parcel Service is the world's largest package delivery company - they deliver 15 million packages a day to over 6 million customers worldwide. Of their 94,500 vehicles in operation, approximately 250 are hybrids and 1,100 are run by compressed natural gas. The other 90,000 plus are massive producers of tailpipe emissions, emitting an undocumented amount (I'm sure in the billions of tons) of CO2 and SO2. And for some reason the EPA gave them a Clean Air Excellence Award for their alternative fuel program... what does this award even mean when they received a 39 out of 100 by the Climate Counts Group for their efforts to reduce harmful environmental impact. Is 39 out of 100 an excellent score in any measure? This award must be a pat on the back for getting off the couch and doing *something*, metaphorically speaking. This entire company's business model has been based on driving high-polluting trucks around the country (and now world) since its inception in 1907. 7/15/2009 12:42:00 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=320http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/320neuton16380640.jpg

115EnvironmentNeuton Mowers is the largest seller of battery-powered lawnmowers in the world. They have established a strong reputation for producing reliable, simple, rechargable battery-powered mowers and lawn equipment. As part of their "Clean Air Initiative," they subsidize the purchase of their electric mowers in exchange for gas mowers. There is absolutely no pollution for the end user, and if your electricity provider uses reusable energy mowing your lawn will be pollution-free. 7/15/2009 11:27:40 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=321http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/321zipcar77976418.gif

2811EnvironmentZipcar is a car sharing company, allowing members to rent automobiles by hour or day. Zipcar currently holds nearly half the world's car sharing market, sharing 6,000 vehicles between 275,000 customers (called "Zipsters"). Each shared car takes 12 owned car off the road, and saves Zipsters $500 a month in ownership costs. According to Zipcar.com: "After joining Zipcar, 90% of our members drove 5,500 miles or less per year. That adds up to more than 32 million gallons of crude oil left in the ground—or 219 gallons saved per Zipster." 7/16/2009 12:44:35 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=321http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/321zipcar77976418.gif

2811Consumer AdvocacyZipcar is a car sharing company, allowing members to rent automobiles by hour or day. Zipcar currently holds nearly half the world's car sharing market, sharing 6,000 vehicles between 275,000 customers (called "Zipsters"). Each shared car takes 12 owned car off the road, and saves Zipsters $500 a month in ownership costs. According to Zipcar.com: "After joining Zipcar, 90% of our members drove 5,500 miles or less per year. That adds up to more than 32 million gallons of crude oil left in the ground—or 219 gallons saved per Zipster." 7/16/2009 12:44:35 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=323http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/323images28778357.jpg

lahore

60Charityits my test website. 7/16/2009 2:08:47 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=325http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/325yourbackyardfarmer74750368.jpg

7527 SE Ramona

53EnvironmentAn emerging field of sustainable living and habitation is urban agriculture. The problem with convincing people to engage in planting their own produce [and implementing this on a large scale] is that people are too lazy to, or intimidated by their own lack of knowledge of farming, to plant their own garden. Your Backyard Farmer provides a solution to this: you provide the seeds and yard, and they'll plant and take care of your garden for you. Currently located only in Portland, the two owners regularly stop in to check up on hundreds of clients' backard gardens. Their efforts have gained attention all over the U.S. and Canada, and have successfully encouraged many others to develop similar companies. http://www.worldchanging.com/archives/009965.html 7/16/2009 4:59:37 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=326http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/326TXNPLOGO35897966.jpg

P. O. Box 90509

-21CharityTexasNonprofits is building community deep in the hearts of Texans. 7/18/2009 11:19:11 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=328http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

11EnvironmentZendoo.com's stated goal is to prolong the usable life of cell phones and to keep them out of landfills. By reducing the demand for new phones, Zendoo.com is helping to reduce the need for the energy used to create new items. By providing a direct to consumer resource for used cell phones, Zendoo.com is contributing to the active reduction of toxic wastes in our environment. By our support of cell phone recycling programs and by using recycled materials whenever possible Zendoo.com is committed to running our business as green and eco-friendly as possible. 7/20/2009 5:21:22 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=329http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/329clip_image00239879340.jpg

www.treesforachange.com

40EnvironmentWe plant trees as gifts in U.S. National Forests that have been destroyed by wildfire. Please help us help the forest by giving Trees for a Change! 7/20/2009 11:23:39 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=335http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/335corp_logo3299221.gif

94EnvironmentFederal Express is a logistics services company that provides businesses and consumers with package and information delivery services through its global network of complementary, integrated operating companies. Federal Express currently employees nearly 300,000 people worldwide, and is consistently rated one of the best 100 companies to work for by Forbes. FedEx prides itself on being an industry leader in engaging in sustainable business practices; through its philanthropic activities and constant efforts to reduce its environmental impact. By optimizing delivery air routes, replacing aircraft with smaller and more efficient models, using recycled packaging, retrofitting facilities with superefficient lighting systems, and utilizing the largest fleet of hybrid trucks in North America, FedEx has established itself one of the hardest pushing green movers in the country.7/22/2009 1:28:23 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=336http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/336terracycle1085812.jpg

94EnvironmentTerracycle started out making organic plant fertilizer from worm poop and using recycled bottles and thrown-away boxes from other companies: selling waste packaged in waste. They are the first corporation to not only limit their consumption of natural resources, but go a step further and utilize waste to make the finished product, renewing natural capital. Since conception Terracycle has launched brigades to collect a wide variety of waste, including but not limited to bags, wrappers, pouches, corks, and cell phones, to refurbish into a host of finished consumer products. Their "eco-captilism" concept looks to promote economic, environmental, and social growth equally, which it hopes will soon replace the financial bottom line-driven method. 7/23/2009 11:54:24 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=337http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/337ecoexpress_bag92224603.jpg

85 Galli Drive

NovatoCA9494930EnvironmentUnique eco-friendly and organic gifts. 7/23/2009 3:00:57 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=338http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/338ebay logo10806602.png

CA11EnvironmentEbay is a platform that, with no extra effort, is a green idea. Reusing stuff is way better than buying new! But, ebay also has an ebay green team http://www.eBayGreenTeam.com that self-organized to promote green throughout the company and to its customers. That kind of movement is impressive for a corporate culture!7/23/2009 4:01:53 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=340http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/340benjaminmoore68515906.JPG

85EnvironmentBenjamin Moore Paints has been setting the bar in removing harmful chemicals from and the eco-friendliness of its products for decades. The company removed lead from its formulas over a decade before the EPA mandated it, and stopped using mercury more than two decades before the EPA banned mercury in paints. Today, long after lead and mercury have been removed from paint products many kinds still contain large quantities of VOCs (volatile organic compounds). All Benjamin Moore Paints are either low-VOC or no-VOC, and contain levels far below levels federal regulations allow. One of Benjamin Moore's leading paint lines is the Aura, which contains 50 g per liter of VOCs, while federal regulations allow for up to 250 grams for flat and 380 grams for non-flat paint. Benjanin Moore's tinting uses waterborne colorants which add no additional VOCs; on the other hand, most other companies' low-VOC paints add an additional level of low-VOC chemicals with the tint. 7/24/2009 12:29:49 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=341http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/341Garuda Intl logo86469529.jpg

Salem, Oregon

00Environment 7/24/2009 4:03:12 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=342http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/342LONGAID93221245.JPG

Qingdao, China

-20Social EquityLONGAID is dedicating to facilitate community organization and social enterprise creation and establishment in China. 7/26/2009 6:05:34 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=343http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/343Tigers79422621.png

62EnvironmentOn July 24th and July 25th, the Detroit Tigers showed off their "Going, Going, GREEN!" campaign while hosting the Chicago White Sox. From 12 pm to 8 pm, the Tigers organization held a gathering to promote environmental responsibility in downtown Detoit. Fans learned strategies for going green and found out about Michigan's greenest businesses. The first 10,000 fans at the games on both days also received reusable shopping bags bearing the "Going, Going, GREEN!" logo. This effort by the Tigers is very commendable given Detoit's need for an green leader. Spreading knowledge is one of the most effective ways of helping the environment. Not to mention the 20,000 reusable shopping bags will save a tremendous amount of plastic. 7/26/2009 2:34:22 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=344http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/344epson38851282.jpg

31EnvironmentIn an industry plagued with planned obsolescence and failure to think green, Epson has stepped forward with the right foot in setting bold energy and recycling goals for itself. Among their many admirable measures, they recycle 100% of the ink cartridges sent back, all their printers use at least 20% less energy than comparable brands, 100% of Epson's paper is recycled, and 100% of their waste is recycled at 12 overseas manufacturing plants: http://www.epson.co.jp/e/newsroom/news_2004_03_29.htm 7/30/2009 12:51:29 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=345http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/345google66676808.jpg

115EnvironmentGoogle uses its astronomical profits from web-based advertising to provide myriad online services for absolutely no cost to web-surfers: mail, browser, online file sharing, Paypal, media sharing, maps with street-view, news, and the list goes on. Check out Google Labs and you see hundreds of other projects they worked on for internet users that never made it mainstream. Besides being the "best company to work for" they have set a very noble goal for themselves: collect and streamline all the world's data. Their technology is fresh, and new, so the security for it isn't perfect. They've recently had (overpublicized) data security scares with their gmail service, but you can bet that kinks will be worked out. They hire the best and brightest (relentless recruitment), and they are determined to make their web-based operating system an attractive alternative to Windows and Mac. Setbacks in the beginning are to be expected, and they will undoubtedly make the email as secure as possible by the time they try to get everyone to move on to a system that attaches all your personal data directly to the internet. 7/30/2009 1:04:20 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=345http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/345google66676808.jpg

115Consumer AdvocacyGoogle uses its astronomical profits from web-based advertising to provide myriad online services for absolutely no cost to web-surfers: mail, browser, online file sharing, Paypal, media sharing, maps with street-view, news, and the list goes on. Check out Google Labs and you see hundreds of other projects they worked on for internet users that never made it mainstream. Besides being the "best company to work for" they have set a very noble goal for themselves: collect and streamline all the world's data. Their technology is fresh, and new, so the security for it isn't perfect. They've recently had (overpublicized) data security scares with their gmail service, but you can bet that kinks will be worked out. They hire the best and brightest (relentless recruitment), and they are determined to make their web-based operating system an attractive alternative to Windows and Mac. Setbacks in the beginning are to be expected, and they will undoubtedly make the email as secure as possible by the time they try to get everyone to move on to a system that attaches all your personal data directly to the internet. 7/30/2009 1:04:20 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=346http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/346catalogchoice66470987.jpg

62Consumer AdvocacyCatalog Choice is a free service sponsored by the Ecology Center, featuring a brilliantly simple concept: you sign up on their database and put down which catalogs you don't want to receive anymore - within a couple weeks you stop receiving all unwanted junk mail. Their plan helps mailers target their market more efficiently, reduces your mailbox clutter, and cuts back on wasted paper, CO2 emissions, and energy usage. 7/31/2009 1:30:27 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=347http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/347Logo97631551.gif

22EnvironmentBigtimeWireless.com started a Going Green campaign a few months ago. They encourage all their customers to recycle their old cell phones and electronics. Even when a customer goes through checkout, they are advised to recycle their cell phones. The incentive they provide is cash or trade-in for the old cell phones. Bigtime Wireless also provides resources and guides on where to recycle cell phones and find more information about recycling. 8/5/2009 2:45:36 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=350http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/350HP69112606.jpg

93EnvironmentDid you hear Hewlett-Packard (HP) boast about recycling over 10 million ink cartridges since 1992? Not very impressive when considering that HP produces approximately 575 million of these per year - which means that the electronics giant has manufactured almost 10 billion cartridges since 1992. So where did the other 9.99 billion cartridges end up? At least half of these are in landfills. Also, some HP laptop buyers claim that monitor screens with the mercury-free LED label still contain mercury. The warning label is conveniently located inside the box, tricking shoppers with the external LED label. How ethical. Greenpeace expands the HP abbreviation to "Hazardous Products," a mock reference to the company's judicious use of toxic chemicals. HP repeatedly breaks its own commitments to eliminating the hazardous materials from its products. Such toxins include polyvinyl chloride plastics and brominated flame retardants. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic is sometimes called the poison plastic because of its link to cancer and birth defects. Until HP can follow through on a commitment to "phase out toxic chemicals" including PVC plastic and brominated flame retardants, it cannot be considered a socially responsible company. 8/5/2009 12:01:58 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=351http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/351turbine94110569.jpg

121 Limestone Cres. Toronto M3J 2R1

21EnvironmentGreenscroll is an easy way for you to make a difference in the real world, whilst engaging with the green community in the virtual world. We are a non-profit movement helping you make your web presence more environmentally friendly by supporting green renewable energy on your behalf. Our priority is fighting climate change, not profiting from it, and we want you to be the decision-makers in driving this movement. 8/8/2009 7:25:30 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=352http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/

351 West 42nd St., IMPRINTS Office

11Social EquityWE-NYC is a New York-based social enterprise. Our mission is to train and place New Yorkers with barriers to employment in sustainable careers in the printing and document management industries Your printing jobs help finance WE-NYC’s workforce development program and provide a ‘real world’ training environment that informs our curriculum. Our commercial print shop is operated by experienced professions who utilize your projects to illustrate proper production and quality control techniques. For most students, this training is an opportunity for a better life. Your work facilitates our ability to create a setting that is equivalent to, or more rigorous than, what they will experience when they are placed in a job; and enhances their prospects for sustainable employment. 8/11/2009 8:22:11 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=354http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/354ford20675933.jpg

53EnvironmentI find it ironic when major polluters and proponents of inherently unresponsible technology issue CSR reports, but I took a gander at Ford's. They've been getting approbation recently for releasing very "transparent" reports, a common trend these days. Let's break it down though: they have ONE fuel efficient car in America, the Fusion hybrid, which gets 41 mpg in cities. On the website a smart-looking goatee'd gentleman explains that this is better than other mid-size cars that aren't hybrids. Ford's most eco-friendly car, the 65 mpg Fiesta, is only available in Europe. Part of their "responsibility" gig is that they will introduce "additional small cars" and "aerodynamic improvements." Small potatoes; "introduce" means it will be an option for a meager percentage of vehicles. What have they really done, and who is really buying their greenwashing? 8/13/2009 11:39:25 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=354http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/354ford20675933.jpg

53Consumer AdvocacyI find it ironic when major polluters and proponents of inherently unresponsible technology issue CSR reports, but I took a gander at Ford's. They've been getting approbation recently for releasing very "transparent" reports, a common trend these days. Let's break it down though: they have ONE fuel efficient car in America, the Fusion hybrid, which gets 41 mpg in cities. On the website a smart-looking goatee'd gentleman explains that this is better than other mid-size cars that aren't hybrids. Ford's most eco-friendly car, the 65 mpg Fiesta, is only available in Europe. Part of their "responsibility" gig is that they will introduce "additional small cars" and "aerodynamic improvements." Small potatoes; "introduce" means it will be an option for a meager percentage of vehicles. What have they really done, and who is really buying their greenwashing? 8/13/2009 11:39:25 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=355http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/355chrysler16555050.jpg

42EnvironmentAbout a month after U.S. taxpayers handed over several billion more in bail-out money to Chrysler, we find ourselves seeking ways to justify what we did. In the near-term it will be hard to see our green getting Chrysler "green" enough, but there are several signs the company may make itself better with our money. First of all is Chrysler's GEM subsidiary (Green Eco-Mobility) that will release its Peapod this year http://www.lincah.com/2009-chrysler-gem-peapod. The Peapod is a "neighborhood electric vehicle" with a top speed of 25 mpg and a range of 30 miles. Also, Chrysler will be releasing three electric vehicles by the end of next year (a range extended Jeep Wrangler SUV, a range extended Town & Country Mini-van, and an all-electric sports car). 8/17/2009 11:14:48 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=356http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/3563in148143371.jpg

3379 Tareco Drive

LACA9006892EnvironmentThe Green Garmento™ - The ultimate 3-in-1 reusable drycleaning bag Now you can finally say no to single-use plastic drycleaning bags. The Green Garmento is an eco-friendly 3-in-1 reusable garment bag that can help you green your dry-cleaning routine. At home it serves as a hanging hamper, on your trip to the drycleaner, it functions as a duffel bag, and at pick-up, your drycleaned clothes will be hanging and protected inside your Green Garmento for the trip home. The simple step of switching to The Green Garmento will help to reduce the estimated 300 million pounds of single-use drycleaning bags that continue annually to clog our landfills and kill our marine and wildlife. The Green Garmento is made from breathable, water-resistant material, making it the perfect eco-friendly, stylish, practical, and affordable alternative to single-use plastic drycleaning bags. “Be Fantastic...Use Less Plastic.” Switch to The Green Garmento.™ thegreengarmento.com Toll Free 866.681.6659; California 323.512.2608/17/2009 1:32:44 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=357http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

565 W Adams Chicago IL

00Environment 8/17/2009 11:33:36 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=358http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/358Bank-of-America-RGB34684924.jpg

64Consumer AdvocacyHidden fees. Sudden interest rate hikes. Ridiculous overdraft charges. Banks are notorious for these and Bank of America (BOA) is no exception. Many BOA customers complain that representatives outright lie to them, deceiving them into purchasing a service. Before long, the customers are caught up in all types of service charges that they were not aware of at the point of sale. We are all familiar with such stories, so let's hear what you have to say! 8/18/2009 10:48:00 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=359http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/359disney25362160.jpg

12EnvironmentIt's about time someone started a post for the Walt Disney Company, and I thought I'd start with the environmentality aspect of their vast philanthropic arm. They began the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund in 1995 on Earth Day as an awards program for groups that study and protect wildlife ecosystems. Since then the group has evolved into an amazing global beneficiary that provides grants to hundreds of projects and groups who help educate consumers on the importance of preserving the environment, rehabilitate animal habitats, assist protection and reproduction of endangered species, and raise awareness of ways to reduce our environmental impact. They have also distributed grants exceeding $12m in over 110 countries. They are truly a magnificent organization. 8/18/2009 11:48:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=361http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/361zerowater25790421.jpg

53HealthThe Zero Water filter pitcher removes absolutely every solid particle from your water. The filter is designed to be used on all municipally treated, potable water and so far is the only filter to meet FDA standards of filtered bottled water. Zero Water is also the ONLY company in its industry to announce a recycling plan for its used filters. 8/21/2009 11:08:29 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=362http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/362espring22593242.jpg

31HealtheSpring is the top of the line water purifier, can purify a gallon a minute, and uses ultraviolet light and a carbon-filter block to remove all particles, including VOCs and pesticides. Water filtration systems can be installed on your counter, below the counter, and in your refrigerator or ice maker. Truly in a league of its own in water purifiers.8/21/2009 11:39:58 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=363http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

00Environment 8/25/2009 12:57:09 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=366http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/366honda68673359.jpg

63EnvironmentHonda set itself on a path to develop reliable hybrid vehicles far ahead of social/market pressures. As of now it produces three hybrids (Accord, Civic, Insight) and is in line to produce two more next year (the Fit and the gorgeous CR-Z). Honda has a longstanding reputation for providing cars with above average mileage and reliability. Not a 5/5, because all cars have planned obsolescence, but they are definitely the leader of the pack in their industry. 8/25/2009 9:20:52 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=366http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/366honda68673359.jpg

63Consumer AdvocacyHonda set itself on a path to develop reliable hybrid vehicles far ahead of social/market pressures. As of now it produces three hybrids (Accord, Civic, Insight) and is in line to produce two more next year (the Fit and the gorgeous CR-Z). Honda has a longstanding reputation for providing cars with above average mileage and reliability. Not a 5/5, because all cars have planned obsolescence, but they are definitely the leader of the pack in their industry. 8/25/2009 9:20:52 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=367http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/367volkswagon73625652.jpg

94EnvironmentVolkswagen has a longstanding reputation for producing very efficient, high performing upscale small cars. The GTI gets consistently high reviews for performance and reliability, and the Rabbit/Golf is seen as a comparable yet "quirky" alternative to the Honda Fit. VW cars hover in the 30 mpgs, and may(/or may not) be releasing a hybrid version of its Golf and Polo in the next two years (speculation has been on for years). While resisting a hybrid transition for years, VW now sees hybrid fleets as inevitable if it wishes to compete more aggressively in the American market, and are releasing a hybrid Taureg in 2011. 8/25/2009 9:42:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=367http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/367volkswagon73625652.jpg

94Consumer AdvocacyVolkswagen has a longstanding reputation for producing very efficient, high performing upscale small cars. The GTI gets consistently high reviews for performance and reliability, and the Rabbit/Golf is seen as a comparable yet "quirky" alternative to the Honda Fit. VW cars hover in the 30 mpgs, and may(/or may not) be releasing a hybrid version of its Golf and Polo in the next two years (speculation has been on for years). While resisting a hybrid transition for years, VW now sees hybrid fleets as inevitable if it wishes to compete more aggressively in the American market, and are releasing a hybrid Taureg in 2011. 8/25/2009 9:42:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=368http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/368The Fresh Air Club Logo Stacked86012291.jpg

21EnvironmentWith today's busy lifestyles, general health awareness, and consumers demanding more value and “greener” alternatives, it's no wonder that The Fresh Air Club has become the preferred method for maintaining the quality of air at home. The Fresh Air Club is the world’s only residential air filter home delivery and recycling service, offering its members scheduled shipments of high efficiency, Merv-rated filters on a 90, 60, or 30 day plan through-out the year to help their families to keep their indoor air quality fresh, clean, and free from harmful pollutants while at the same time recycling each filter through an innovative pre-paid return and tracking system that results in 0% local landfill impact. The company's appeal and success is centered on the convenient and eco-friendly business model that addresses poor indoor air quality of homes - one of America’s top 5 risks to public health, according to the Environmental Protection Agency – and the requirement for more companies to offer “green” solutions. The Fresh Air Club has revolutionized the way people change their home air filter - by bringing the air filters directly to them on a recurring schedule so members are reminded to change their filters, and recycling the dirty filters to reduce the impact on our environment. You may visit the home page at www.FreshAirClub.com for more information, service plans, and enrollment. 8/26/2009 4:54:03 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=369http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/369nissan97013372.jpg

84EnvironmentIn recent years there has been great image disparity in the "green-ness" of Japan's top automakers: Toyota and Honda at the top, and third-largest Japanese auto company Nissan far below. Nissan's hybrid Altima has gotten mediocre reviews and rather little limelight when measured up to the Prius and Insight, but in 2010 Nissan will become the first auto company (along with Renault) to mass produce electric cars with its Leaf, which can go 100 miles per charge, travel 90 mph, and will be available to the average consumer at prices between $25-33k. Nissan has made it clear that they think all-electric is the inescapable future of cars, and has set themselves up to be a first-mover in the mass production of EVs. A year from now, I'd give them a 4. 8/26/2009 8:17:51 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=372http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/372Anheuser_Busch_Logo22952925.jpg

01Consumer AdvocacyAnheuser-Busch devotes a large portion of its website homepage to brag about its sustainability efforts. Now before everyone jumps down their throats because their delivery creates pollution or brewing beer releases hazardous chemicals into the air (which are inevitable), look at some of the environmental good they've done. They rely on alternative fuel and are beginning to purchase hybrid delivery trucks. Last year, they saved 20 million pounds of aluminum by using smaller lids. Their animal-care experts have saved over 15,000 animals since 1970 and the company continues to educate the public on wildlife preservation. And through it all, Anheuser-Busch has heavily advertised its beer, even to underage college students. Smart advertising? After all, binge drinking is not a fad, but a typical student's lifestyle. Or is it unethical? Underage drinking is obviously against the law. In my opinion, this is smart advertising. While minors drinking is technically illegal, it is a law that a dwindling minority of Americans care to enforce. Even most police officers see nothing wrong with underage drinking (although they will not hesitate to ticket or arrest minors in possession of alcohol). Simply put, college students will drink and there is no way to stop them. Might as well capitalize on their willingness to buy, right?8/31/2009 10:16:31 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=373http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/373fiji_mariettaki34815102.jpg

30Social EquityThe impact of one of the most visible brands in the water world was revealed in a recent Mother Jones article (http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2009/09/fiji-spin-bottle). Fiji’s tropical themed square bottles are featured on high profile tv shows and carried by some carbon concious movie stars. According to Mother Jones the company also happens to have access to the only clean aquifer in the area while locals depend on water that “has been deemed unfit for human consumption.” There are also connections to the island nation’s corrupt and repressive government. 8/31/2009 2:07:03 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=374http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/374verizon21549914.jpg

20Environment"Do 87 million Verizon Wireless customers, stockholders, and its Public Policy Development and Corporate Responsibility Department know that their company is a cosponsor of next week’s climate change–denying, union-busting, pro–mountaintop removal rally organized by Massey Energy in Logan, W.Va.? " reported Grist.org at http://www.grist.org/article/2009-08-29-verizon-sponsors-climate-change-denying-mountaintop-removal/ 9/3/2009 9:37:41 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=376http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/376weight Watchers Logo3935187.png

41HealthClearly Weight Watchers makes money off of weight loss, but you can't ignore the impact that weight has on health. Plus, they participate in campaigns to encourage weight loss, in general, not just thru their company - http://bit.ly/N9d23 9/14/2009 8:18:52 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=377http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/377USAgain35546775.png

11EnvironmentThis is a great example of a corporation being created around a social need. Many sustainability issues are caused by distribution - resources exist, but are not collected and distributed correctly. U'SAgain uses this problem as an opportunity to collect used clothing and sell/distribute the clothes/materials to more efficient users. This creates cheaper clothing and materials and avoids waste. Economic innovation solving real ecological and resource problems. 9/15/2009 9:14:57 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=378http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/378gaplogo98281246.gif

31Social EquityGap was accused a little over 2 years ago of violating child labor laws with many of its outsourced plants - most in India. I don't know if Gap took that as a wake-up call or if they were always working toward social responsibility, but they seem to have turned the corner. Google "social responsibility" and Gap is currently the 2nd option. Is this deserved? It seems so. They clearly have a well defined and well thought out social responsibility policy and are building a culture of social responsibility: www.gapinc.com/socialresponsibility And, it seems they took the 1997 allegations very seriously. They severed relationships with over 100 suppliers and set up child education that even goes beyond what India, itself, can do in some cases. source: http://bit.ly/c02rE 9/15/2009 9:45:07 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=379http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/379CC_Logo_Original_216_260854713.jpg

1700 Rockville Pike, Suite 400 Rockville, MD 20852

-10Consumer Advocacy 9/15/2009 11:06:58 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=380http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/380logo1999245.png

21EnvironmentIt is estimated that every year more than a million tons of textiles are simply thrown away into landfills. Unwanted dresses, jeans, skirts, and bags find their way from cozy closets and attics to cold forgotten landfills. And although more than half are “recyclable”, usually less than 20% are ever rescued. LAVintage is a fully integrated recycling company that diverts more than twelve million lbs of clothing and an additional five million lbs of shoes away from landfills every year. Not only do we provide affordable clothing & shoes directly to you, we also touch the lives of individuals around the world in developing countries who other wise would go without. This also provides jobs for the ones who sell these garments/items to the local population. It provides a source of livelihood for many people who deal in this trade abroad. (From their "About" page). 9/20/2009 9:49:34 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=381http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/381bamboo22163065.jpg

989 Lenore Ave Columbus, Ohio 43224

30Consumer AdvocacyAmerican Canvas screen printing studio is committed to sourcing sweatshop free and Eco friendly clothing for all of our screen printing clients. 9/27/2009 10:50:55 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=382http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/382CCE Square Logo35517727.png

2500 Windy Ridge Parkway

AtlantaGA3033910EnvironmentCoca-Cola Enterprises has been recognized as a corporate responsibility and sustainability leader in the global Coca-Cola system and is working toward leading the beverage industry in sustainability. Our efforts are capturing operational efficiencies, driving innovation and effectiveness, and eliminating waste, while simultaneously protecting the environment. You can learn more about our initiatives, called "Commitment 2020" at our website: http://crs.cokecce.com/ As part of our commitment, we want to open up our corporate responsibility discussion to our stakeholders. Tell us what you think.10/2/2009 12:03:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=382http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/382CCE Square Logo35517727.png

2500 Windy Ridge Parkway

AtlantaGA3033910HealthCoca-Cola Enterprises has been recognized as a corporate responsibility and sustainability leader in the global Coca-Cola system and is working toward leading the beverage industry in sustainability. Our efforts are capturing operational efficiencies, driving innovation and effectiveness, and eliminating waste, while simultaneously protecting the environment. You can learn more about our initiatives, called "Commitment 2020" at our website: http://crs.cokecce.com/ As part of our commitment, we want to open up our corporate responsibility discussion to our stakeholders. Tell us what you think.10/2/2009 12:03:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=382http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/382CCE Square Logo35517727.png

2500 Windy Ridge Parkway

AtlantaGA3033910Social EquityCoca-Cola Enterprises has been recognized as a corporate responsibility and sustainability leader in the global Coca-Cola system and is working toward leading the beverage industry in sustainability. Our efforts are capturing operational efficiencies, driving innovation and effectiveness, and eliminating waste, while simultaneously protecting the environment. You can learn more about our initiatives, called "Commitment 2020" at our website: http://crs.cokecce.com/ As part of our commitment, we want to open up our corporate responsibility discussion to our stakeholders. Tell us what you think.10/2/2009 12:03:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=382http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/382CCE Square Logo35517727.png

2500 Windy Ridge Parkway

AtlantaGA3033910Consumer AdvocacyCoca-Cola Enterprises has been recognized as a corporate responsibility and sustainability leader in the global Coca-Cola system and is working toward leading the beverage industry in sustainability. Our efforts are capturing operational efficiencies, driving innovation and effectiveness, and eliminating waste, while simultaneously protecting the environment. You can learn more about our initiatives, called "Commitment 2020" at our website: http://crs.cokecce.com/ As part of our commitment, we want to open up our corporate responsibility discussion to our stakeholders. Tell us what you think.10/2/2009 12:03:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=382http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/382CCE Square Logo35517727.png

2500 Windy Ridge Parkway

AtlantaGA3033910CharityCoca-Cola Enterprises has been recognized as a corporate responsibility and sustainability leader in the global Coca-Cola system and is working toward leading the beverage industry in sustainability. Our efforts are capturing operational efficiencies, driving innovation and effectiveness, and eliminating waste, while simultaneously protecting the environment. You can learn more about our initiatives, called "Commitment 2020" at our website: http://crs.cokecce.com/ As part of our commitment, we want to open up our corporate responsibility discussion to our stakeholders. Tell us what you think.10/2/2009 12:03:27 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=384http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/384kissmyface96991151.jpg

Gardiner, Ny

21Consumer AdvocacyI am BIG on non-animal testing and fair trade (and I LOVE their Peaceful Patchouli). I was happy to see the following on their website: In November 1996, Steve Byckiewicz and Bob MacLeod (the KISS founders) along with 11 other cosmetics companies participated in a press conference in New York City that launched the Corporate Standard of Compassion for Animals (CSCA). The standard was created by The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC) which consists of 9 animal protection associations - American Antivivisection Society, American Humane Association, Animal Protection Institute, Beauty without Cruelty, Doris Day Animal League, Humane Society of the U.S., In Defense of Animals, New England Antivivisection Society, and PETA. According to their brochure, it is the most rigorous standard for companies to pledge their commitment to no animal testing. By using time-tested ingredients (ones with an established history of safety), diligently reviewing raw material information, and utilizing human volunteers in clinical safety trials, no company need ever test on animals again! 10/8/2009 9:01:32 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=385http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/385enterpriseLogo71999288.jpg

62EnvironmentEnterprise has hybrid cars available, but they charge so much for them. I can't complain too much, though, because their economy and compact cars are quite fuel efficient and low-cost. They also created a website to explain their stance on the environment: http://www.keystogreen.com/ By their own admission, they are not an environmental company, but they know the value of sustainability to the future of the business. 10/13/2009 3:17:46 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=387http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/387natural-mattress71351164.jpg

2760 Blvd. Daniel Johnson

Laval Quebec 00HealthWorld's only natural memory foam mattresses and pillows, Essentia products are biodegradable, made from rubber tree sap, organic essential oils, plant extracts and water. All mattresses are wrapped in a 100% unbleached organic cotton covers with organic dyes. 10/20/2009 8:22:34 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=388http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/388125965407.jpg

6136 Frisco Square Blvd, Suite 400, Frisco, Texas 72034

20HealthThe Mission of the US Wellness Chamber of Commerce is to improve the health of communities, nationally, by promoting wellness and uniting employers, health & wellness professionals, individuals/families and wellness related resources by introducing practical strategies to identify and mitigate the behavior and lifestyle risk factors of an unhealthy workforce that actually reduces cost without any employer cost. We operate under a grant and work in conjunction with the intent of Healthy People 2010 11/13/2009 11:28:08 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=389http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

1260 Avenidia Chelsea Vista, Ca 92081

42EnvironmentWestbridge Agricultural Products manufactures organic fertilizers including, liquid calcium, micronutrients, liquid seaweed, spray adjuvants, soil amendments, rock phosphate, botanical pesticides, and odor control and microbial nutrients for composting and bioremediation. 11/19/2009 11:16:47 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=395http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/395GF Guy14022047.jpg

31CharityCreated to help people reach their fundraising goals. Whether you're a small non-profit raising funds or raising money for a friends medical expenses, we can help you raise the money you need! 12/8/2009 12:33:44 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=398http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/398EVwebsmall39961934.jpg

carbon, environment, sustainability, Dubai

21Environment 12/31/2009 2:15:28 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=399http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/399WorldJusticeProjectsmall81132952.JPG

740 15th Street NW

Washington DC 20005 01Charity 1/5/2010 4:19:38 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=400http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/400hm_logo_print8588619.gif

20EnvironmentThis is a good article about not only throwing away new clothing, but also slashing it, so that others cannot use it. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/nyregion/06about.html And here is the follow-up article that shows that H&M responded to the story and changed. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/07/nyregion/07clothes.html Good work by all - Cynthia, for taking action, NY Times for giving her a voice and reporting on it and even H&M for changing the practice. 1/7/2010 10:53:02 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=403http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/noimage.png

20Environment 2/16/2010 9:36:07 PMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=404http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/404adidas logo92228474.gif

20EnvironmentAdidas just came out with their 2009 CSR report, and I was very pleased to see that one of their 2015 goals listed was to have their top 10 suppliers independently produce sustainability reports. 3/4/2010 8:26:42 AMhttp://www.socialyell.com/business-details.aspx?bid=405http://www.socialyell.com/images/logos/tn/405ceres_logo46308895.jpg

Boston, MA

20EnvironmentCeres has been in operation since 1989, providing companies with the tools and frameworks needed to guide their sustainability reporting, climate change mitigation strategies, and responsible corporate governance. This organization developed the Global Reporting Initiative, which in 1997 was spun off into a separate entity based in the Netherlands. If the large environmental and advocacy organizations are the force behind the big sustainability push in recent years, Ceres is the fulcrum leveraging their actions into lasting change. 3/4/2010 9:09:29 AM