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BACK IN DUSSELDORF…WHERE ELSE?

Posted on November 14, 2009, in My Blog, with 16 Comments

This time it’s for UNESCO. I received the “Patroness of Education” award at a huge gala tonight. I spoke, again, about the critical importance of educating girls. Sitting next to me, also receiving an award for his considerable humanitarian work was Forest Whitaker.

with Forest Whitaker

Tommy and Dee Hilfiger

Also receiving awards were designer Tommy Hilfiger, singer/songwriter …

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THE GERMAN SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS CEREMONY

Posted on November 6, 2009, in My Blog, with 27 Comments

Clearly, Germany has taken the lead in the realm of sustainability. Many corporations and other institutions and individuals from around the world compete for the German Sustainability Award and the attention it brings with. The reception area outside the hall where I spoke at the symposium on sustainability was filled with green products.

mock up of a solar racing car…

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