If anyone is in the LA area come join us for cocktails as we talk social innovation at a mixer
hosted by StartingBloc to benefit Falling Whistles

StartingBloc
educates, empowers, and connects emerging leaders to create new
solutions to global challenges. Through our Fellowship program, we
unite social innovators across sectors to change the world in
sustainable ways. Visit StartingBlocLA.org

10% of our drink sales
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Is the bottled-water corporation that uses 30 percent less plastic in its bottles really socially responsible or is it green-washing? Arguably the environment is better off than it would be using the energy to make 30 percent more plastic and dispose thereof.

But it is certainly green-washing to run ads that imply drinkers of their bottled water are as environmentally conscious as those who ride bikes instead of driving or plant trees.

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Hey Futureshifters! Know any eco-entrepreneurs? Looking for a way to win some hard, cold cash for your new business or social enterprise?… Continue

Managing a media company specialising in both video production and online media could only lead to one thing, a viral video. I was with a friend a couple of years ago when he had a serious skateboard injury, damaging his skull and needing a air ambulance ride to hospital. Luckily he quickly made a full recovery and since then has been involved with a charity that helps people with similar injuries, Headway East London. I also had a trampoline accident a couple of years a… Continue

Doug Band, Bill Clinton, and the CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) are amongst the many organizations playing their role in providing sustainability for our future. Through their dedicated work in San Fransisco, reducing emissions and exploring new green collar positions, the CGI has shown continuous interest in helping our planet become a safer cleaner place. There's still plenty of work… Continue

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Are you a young social entrepreneur between the ages of 18-29? Apply today for the 2010 YouthActionNet Global Fellowship and gain access to skill-building, networking and resources, and advocacy.

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