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Ethisphere Institute Names Global Sustainability Centers of 2020
NEW YORK, NY - (Marketwire - September 08, 2008) - The
Ethisphere Institute, a think-tank dedicated to the research and
promotion of profitable best practices in governance, business ethics,
compliance and corporate social responsibility, released the 2020
Global Sustainability Centers, which comprises of ten large cities
(600,000+ citizens) and ten mid-sized cities (60,000-600,000 citizens)
lauded for long-term city planning and building strong, principled
foundations. This list will be featured in the Q3 issue of Ethisphere, the
quarterly magazine of the institute.
Cities from nearly every continent are named on the list,
including likely North American metropolises and some unexpected global
cities from developing regions. For example, New York is recognized for
studying how entire countries operate when creating its sustainable
development program, while Reykjavik is the world's leader in renewable
energy, and Hyderabad is addressing resource degradation and poverty, while
encouraging local innovation.
"In a world of increasing population pressures and depleting natural
resources, some cities are proactively adjusting their practices today as
well as implementing sustainable long-term practices," said Alex Brigham,
executive director of The Ethisphere Institute. "We are recognizing these
'cities of tomorrow' today."
Cities were considered for their environmental and sustainability
practices; health and recreation; education, arts and culture; economic and
business environment; regulatory framework; law enforcement and
transparency; media and speech; transportation and housing; and innovation
and investment.
"As future global centers, their planning will positively impact the
quality of life of successive generations and provide a model for other
cities to emulate," said Stefan Linssen, managing editor of Ethisphere
agazine.
To see which cities made the list, and what makes these cities global
sustainability role models, visit
http://ethisphere.com/2020-global-sustainability-centers/.
About Ethisphere Institute
The research-based Ethisphere Institute and associated membership group,
the Ethisphere Council, are supported by more than 200 leading institutions
and corporations such as the Practising Law Institute (PLI), Thomson West,
the National Association of Corporate Directors, TRACE International, and
Corpedia. The Institute is dedicated to the research, creation, and sharing
of best practices in ethics, compliance, and corporate governance among its
membership companies. It also focuses on the development and advancement of
individuals on its membership council through increased efficiency,
innovation, tools, mentoring, advice, and unique career opportunities.
Ethisphere Magazine is the quarterly publication of the Institute. More
information on membership can be found at http://www.ethisphere.com.
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