Tuesday, February 19, 2008
This competition just came to my attention. Net Impact is hosting its second annual “Green Challenge” global competition which recognizes students and professionals who make a positive environmental impact on campus and in companies. The press release is listed below.
Net Impact’s Second Annual “Green Challenge” Global Competition
Contest Recognizes and Supports Students and Professionals Who Make Positive Environmental Impact on Campus and in Companies
San Francisco, CA, February 6, 2008 - Net Impact’s 2008 “Green Challenge” has launched to accelerate the greening of campuses and businesses around the world. This competition measures the positive impact created by teams of students and professionals dedicated to using business to produce positive environmental change.
The “Green Challenge” will recognize and reward environmental initiatives and programs developed by Net Impact’s student and professional chapters worldwide. The creation of carbon neutrality plans, sustainability task forces, and green building policies all help illustrate the growing movement of MBAs and professionals wishing to “go green.”
Net Impact members who are leading environmentally friendly initiatives on campus or in their workplace are encouraged to participate and compete for global recognition and cash prizes.
“The Green Challenge inspires, recognizes, and rewards current and future business leaders,” says Liz Maw, Net Impact’s Executive Director. “We’ve created a viable platform for students and professionals to showcase their efforts to green campuses, businesses and the global marketplace. We hope their ideas and efforts will inspire and motivate others to follow.”
Preliminary applications are due by April 1, 2008. All projects will be evaluated by an esteemed group of “Green Challenge” judges based on the following criteria:
- Measurable difference in key green area, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, green purchasing, design for environment, and culture change
- Strategic planning and long-term sustainability of actions
- Creativity of approach
- Stakeholder engagement process
Last year’s winners reduced company and campus paper usage, developed carbon offsetting programs and ran campaigns to change co-worker and student behavior.
To learn more about getting involved in the “Green Challenge” visit www.netimpact.org/greenchalleng
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About Net Impact
Net Impact is an international nonprofit membership organization comprised of new leaders who are committed to using the power of business to improve the world. Its network spans the globe with more than 10,000 members in six continents, including 160 student and professional chapters.
Net Impact membership makes up one of the most influential networks of MBAs, graduate students, and professionals in existence today. Net Impact members are current and emerging leaders in corporate social responsibility, social entrepreneurship, nonprofit management, international development, and environmental sustainability who believe that business can both earn a profit and create a positive social change. For more information visit Net Impact’s website at www.netimpact.org.
