People around the world are invited to take lunch in an environmentally conscientious manner as part of Earth Lunch Hour on October 6, and the entry deadline of The Green Awards, due to expire this week, has been extended until October 22.
Earth Lunch Hour
October 6
Tokyo / International
A one-day event held around the world where people are encouraged to take lunch in an environmentally responsible way in order to raise awareness of ecological issues. The event will be broadcast on Ustream and Twitter.
http://www.earthlunchhour.net/?lang=en
Global Work Party
October 10
International
This global event aims to stress the importance of cutting carbon emissions. One-day events around the world will be held to tackle the problem of global warming - in New Zealand a 'giant bike fix up' is taking place, inhabitants of the Maldives intend to fix solar panels to a public building and in Boliva a huge picnic using solar-powered stoves is scheduled.
http://www.350.org/invitation
Green awards closes to entrants [Extended deadline]
October 22
London UK / International
The Green Awards, which recognizes contributions to the environment and sustainability through advertising by corporations, closes to entrants.
www.greenawards.co.uk
Smart Move launches in the UK
November 2-4
London, UK
As part of the Euro Bus Expo 2010, Smart Move, a global network advocating the use of bus travel as a green alternative to cars, will launch its UK chapter.
http://www.busandcoach.travel/
Green awards winners announced
December 2
London, UK
The winners of The Green Awards will be announced. The Green Awards recognize companies praising sustainable and environmental policies through advertising campaigns.
www.greenawards.co.uk
International CES
January 6-9, 2011
Las Vegas, USA
A panel of independent, designers, engineers and journalists judge a selection of products including the best in eco-friendly and sustainable consumer products. The annual event is organized by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA).
http://www.cesweb.org
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