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Green For All Joins 20 Organizations Around the World Calling to Cut Fossil Fuel Subsidies Jun 18, 2012

Green For All has joined with leading environmental organizations in calling on world leaders to cut nearly $1 trillion in fossil fuel subsidies as they meet at Rio+20 Earth Summit this week.

Green For All and NAACP Call for Protection from Coal Pollution May 30, 2012

African American Communities Hit Hardest by Asthma, Air Toxics

Green for All Statement on National Science Bowl Apr 30, 2012

Green for All CEO Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins issued a statement regarding the annual National Science Bowl competition.

Atlanta’s Youth Do Their Part in Earth Day Service Event Apr 21, 2012

Green for All, Woodson Elementary School and Retrofit A Million Team up for Day of Action

GREEN FOR ALL HOSTS ACADEMY FOR GREEN BUSINESSES IN NASHVILLE Apr 20, 2012

GREEN FOR ALL & THE UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX TEAM UP TO HELP LOCAL BUSINESSES SUCEED IN THE GREEN ECONOMY

Green for All Celebrates Removal of Barriers for Ex-Offenders Entering Green Workforce Apr 20, 2012

Criminal Background Checks Would Have Shut Workers out of Green Jobs

THE #GREENROOM MIXTAPE DROPS TODAY WITH MUSIC FROM FRANK OCEAN, KENDRICK LAMAR, BJ THE CHICAGO KID & MORE Apr 19, 2012

GREEN FOR ALL &THE LEAGUE OF YOUNG VOTERS EDUCATION FUND PARTNER FOR MIXTAPE IN HONOR OF EARTH DAY

Green for All Partners with Atlanta Schools and Retrofit A Million on Day of Action for Earth Day Apr 18, 2012

In celebration of Earth Day, Green for All is teaming up with Woodson Elementary School and Let’s Retrofit A Million on a community service project to honor the legacy of environmental and human rights activist, Wangari Maathai.

Green For All Announces Winners of The Dream Reborn: Who’s Next? Music Contest Mar 01, 2012 - Oakland, CA

20-year-old musician wins $1,000 and music video by submitting a song that honors Dr. King’s dream by calling for economic justice and green solutions

Green For All and Howard University Announce “Green is the New Black” a Symposium for Young African-American Adults and the Green Economy Feb 16, 2012

Green businesses, non-profits and performers to highlight African-American history and opportunities for jobs, advocacy and entrepreneurship in green economy at Feb. 23 event at Howard University

Green For All Releases Four-Part “Plan To Keep America First” Jan 24, 2012

Emphasizing forward-looking investment that will put Americans to work now, plan outlines how President Obama can position America in difficult political climate

Green For All Launches The Dream Reborn: Who’s Next? Contest Jan 16, 2012

On the day we honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Green For All, a national organization working to build an inclusive green economy is pleased to announce a contest celebrating his vision and spirit.

Spelman College Students Honor Dr. King’s Legacy Through Service Jan 14, 2012

In partnership with Green For All, the Environmental Protection Agency, Keep Atlanta Beautiful, and Trees On Atlanta, students plant trees, clean highway

Former Gavin Newsom Spokesman Joins Green For All as Communications Director Dec 16, 2011

Brian Purchia Joins Non-Profit’s Executive Team

Investments in Water Infrastructure Create Jobs and a Healthy Environment Dec 15, 2011

At celebration of Edmonston, MD’s innovative “Green Street,” Congresswoman Edwards calls for similar projects nationally to make America healthier and put people to work

Report: upgrading water systems can reduce pollution – and put nearly 1.9 million people to work Oct 04, 2011

New report from Green For All shows the broad economic and environmental benefits of upgrading our water systems

New Report Shows Critical Opportunities For Formerly Incarcerated in Green Economy Sep 28, 2011

Green For All releases report on re-entry employment at Indianapolis event

The Ludacris Foundation, Green For All and Actress Keshia Knight Pulliam Host “Keep It Fresh” Earth Day Event Apr 20, 2011

Atlanta, GA (April 20, 2011) – Green For All, a national organization dedicated to improving lives through a clean economy, has partnered with The Ludacris Foundation and special guests, Keshia Knight Pulliam and Rashan Ali to celebrate Earth Day. The partners seek to raise awareness about critical water issues through a community service event on Thursday, April 21, 1:30 pm, at the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance, 1442 Richland Road SW in Atlanta.

Green For All and SIGG USA Partner on the Campus Consciousness Tour with Wiz Khalifa Mar 22, 2011

Oakland, CA (March 22, 2011) – Green For All, an environmentally focused non-profit organization, has partnered with SIGG USA, the manufacturer of premium Swiss-engineered reusable beverage bottles, to announce the "Keep It Fresh" public education campaign for the 2011 Campus Consciousness Tour featuring hip-hop superstar Wiz Khalifa. The campaign kicks off today, March 22nd, World Water Day, and will run until April 22nd, Earth Day.

GREEN FOR ALL HOSTS DENVER GREEN BUSINESS ACADEMY Nov 18, 2010

DENVER, CO – On Friday, November 19th Green For All in partnership with the University of Phoenix, will host a free, day-long Business Academy focused on building the capacity of emerging clean energy entrepreneurs in Denver. The Business Academy will equip entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and networking opportunities they need to scale their operations and create more green jobs.

FIRST EVER GREEN JOBS AWARD HONOREES ANNOUNCED Nov 17, 2010

New York, NY – On November 16th, Green For All and SJF Institute announced the first ever Green Jobs Award honorees. The Green Jobs Award honors businesses that contribute to the economy and the environment.

GREEN FOR ALL HOSTS GREEN UP NEW ORLEANS Nov 05, 2010

Community conference and concert at Dillard University

GREEN FOR ALL GREEN JOBS BUS ROLLS INTO LOS ANGELES Oct 27, 2010

Initiative to learn about the state’s clean energy economy – and how Prop 23 threatens its growth

GREEN FOR ALL LAUNCHES THE CALIFORNIA GREEN JOBS BUS Oct 25, 2010

Intiative to learn about the state's clean energy economy - and how Prop 23 threatens its growth

GREEN FOR ALL HOSTS PROTECT THE 360° EVENT IN LAS VEGAS THROUGH DEW TOUR PARTNERSHIP Oct 12, 2010

The action-sports community teams up with local kids to clean a skate park

CoolClimate Art Initiative Winners Announced Oct 07, 2010

Innovative online climate change art contest engages thousands of artists with winners selected by celebrities, experts, and public voting

Green For All Joins National Call to Action to Head Off Looming Freshwater Crisis Sep 16, 2010

Economy, public health, ecosystems threatened without new direction in freshwater management by public and private sectors, diverse coalition cautions

Green For All and Other Leading Environmental Groups to Honor Congressional Black Caucus for Dedication to Building America's Clean-Energy Economy Sep 14, 2010

Event hosted by “Meet the Browns” star Lamman Rucker

ONE NATION WORKING TOGETHER UNITES AMERICANS FOR JOBS, JUSTICE AND EDUCATION FOR ALL Sep 08, 2010

Tens of Thousands Pledge Support and Plan to Participate in Washington Rally on October 2

GREEN FOR ALL LAUNCHES PROTECT THE 360° CAMPAIGN THROUGH DEW TOUR PARTNERSHIP Aug 19, 2010

Initiative engages the action-sports community in efforts to curb climate change

Joint Center Announces Green For All CEO Appointment to Climate Change Commission Aug 09, 2010

WASHINGTON – The CEO of Green For All, a national organization focused on building an inclusive green economy, and a prominent Washington lawyer have joined the Commission to Engage African Americans on Climate Change, the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies announced today.

GREEN FOR ALL STANDS WITH EPA DECISION TO CONTINUE ADDRESSING THE THREAT OF CLIMATE CHANGE Jul 30, 2010

Washington, D.C. - The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) yesterday denied 10 petitions challenging its 2009 determination that climate change is real, is occurring due to emissions of greenhouse gases from human activities, and threatens human health and the environment.

EPA ADMINISTRATOR LISA P. JACKSON TO ADDRESS GREEN FOR ALL ACADEMY FELLOWS ON IMPORTANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP Jul 12, 2010

Washington, DC – On Wednesday July 14th EPA Administrator, Lisa P. Jackson, will speak with leaders from communities of color and low income communities at the Green For All Academy convening.

EPA ADMINISTRATOR LISA JACKSON AND ACTOR ANTHONY MACKIE PARTICIPATE IN GREEN FOR ALL’S EARTH DAY “DIG IN” Apr 22, 2010

NEW YORK ─ Today, EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and The Hurt Locker’s Anthony Mackie joined local Harlem residents in Green For All’s Earth Day “Dig In.” The community service event, held at Riverside Valley Community Garden, celebrated the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.

THE STATE OF IOWA HONORS THE BLACK EYED PEAS AND GREEN FOR ALL FOR THEIR WORK ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND GREEN JOBS Mar 26, 2010

Des Moines, Iowa – Iowa Governor Chet Culver and State Representative Wayne Ford today presented the Grammy -winning band The Black Eyed Peas and the national non-profit organization Green For All awards for their joint efforts to raise awareness about the environmental and economic crisis confronting the nation.

GREEN FOR ALL STRONGLY SUPPORTS PRESIDENT OBAMA’S CALL FOR PASSAGE OF HOME STAR IN JOBS LEGISLATION Mar 02, 2010

Measure Would Save Consumers Money, Create Jobs, and Reduce Carbon Pollution

THE BLACK EYED PEAS PARTNERS WITH RETHINK, GREEN FOR ALL, AND LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS ON ENERGY NEVER DIES TOUR Feb 23, 2010

Launches campaign to promote a clean-energy economy, including a unique recycling initiative on tour

GREEN FOR ALL EXPANDS D.C. OFFICE WITH THE ADDITION OF JESSY TOLKAN AND TERENCE SAMUEL Jan 15, 2010

[OAKLAND, CA] – Green For All announced today the expansion of its Washington, D.C., office with the addition of Jessy Tolkan and Terence Samuel. Tolkan, formerly of Energy Action Coalition, joins as Political Director. Samuel, previously with TheRoot.com, joins as Communications Director.

CECILIA V. ESTOLANO TO JOIN GREEN FOR ALL Nov 04, 2009

CEO of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Los Angeles to Scale Innovative Retrofit and Green Job Training Programs

GREEN FOR ALL JOINS NEARLY 200 ORGANIZATIONS TO URGE SENATE TO ADOPT ENERGY-EFFICIENCY PROVISION IN CLIMATE LEGISLATION Nov 02, 2009

Measure Would Create Clean-Energy Jobs, Save Americans Money, and Reduce Carbon Pollution 


LIVING CITIES AND GREEN FOR ALL ANNOUNCE CREATION OF "ENERGY EFFICIENCY OPPORTUNITY FUND" DURING CLINTON GLOBAL INITIATIVE Sep 25, 2009

Groundbreaking Social Investment Fund Will Finance Innovative Job-Creation and Energy-Saving Efforts in Low-Income Communities

OBAMA ADMINISTRATION OFFICIALS DISCUSS EDUCATING COMMUNITIES ON EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CLEAN-ENERGY ECONOMY Aug 04, 2009

Hip Hop Caucus and Green For All announce the Green the Block campaign to further broad participation

Clean-Energy Investment Provides Economic Boost, More Jobs, and Expanded Opportunities Jun 18, 2009

New analysis demonstrates how America can create 1.7 million jobs and opportunities for low-income families

Climate Equity Alliance Apr 08, 2009

NEW “CLIMATE EQUITY ALLIANCE” TO PUSH FOR STRONG CLIMATE LEGISLATION THAT PROTECTS AND PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME AMERICANS