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Starting a Vanpool

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:24:47 +0000

(Metro.net) Put together a group of at least 5 people interested in forming a new vanpool to a worksite in Los Angeles County, and you may be eligible to receive a $400 monthly lease subsidy with the Metro Vanpool Program

Building interest to start a vanpool serving my area Do I need to own a van to start a vanpool? Steps to getting started If I start a vanpool, do I have to be the ... Continue Reading

‘Green Chemistry’ program should mind economy

Editor and Publisher — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:41:27 +0000

(The California Chamber of Commerce) The California Chamber of Commerce is urging members to speak out about a state program affecting nearly all firms that manufacture or sell consumer products in the state.

The CalChamber is asking members to contact state officials and let them know that California’s developing “green chemistry” program needs to be designed so that the regulations are practicable, cost-efficient, based on sound science and developed in a way that protects the state’s economy from further harm.

On October 2, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) released ... Continue Reading

5 South Bay Organizations Upping the Eco Ante

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:07:45 +0000

By Brian Simon

This article appeared in Business Insider Magazine’s second issue of 2009

While entire nations must grapple with the harsh implications of “global warming” and how to address it, it will ultimately take cooperation on an individual grass roots community level to spread the message espoused by leading scientists to make a meaningful impact across the country. With that in mind, a number of South Bay-based businesses, agencies and cities have already made their mark on the green front. Here is an overview of a few notable contributors to the ... Continue Reading