Voces Verdes is the independent, non-partisan voice of Latino leaders for the environment. We are Latino business owners and community leaders who advocate for sound environmental policy and recognize the importance of balancing economic growth, environmental protection and prosperity.
For general questions about Voces Verdes please write to vocesv@gmail.com
For media inquiries please contact: Adrianna Quintero, 415-875-6100
Copyright 2011 Voces Verdes
Our Mission
Voces Verdes calls for government action that promotes environmental progress, economic prosperity and healthy communities. We represent communities and businesses across the U.S.
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Latino Green Leadership
VOCES VERDES LEADERSHIP AWARD
In April, we recognized Guillermo Garcia, Principal and CEO of GSG Consultants, Inc., for his industry leadership in sustainability and clean energy. As Executive Vice Chair of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (IHCC), Guillermo is a shining example of the important role Latino business leaders can play in shaping a healthier, more prosperous future for our economy and communities. Learn more about Guillermo Garcia and the IHCC.
Investors Worth $20 Trillion Urge Legally-Binding Climate Treaty
WASHINGTON, DC, October 19, 2011 (ENS) - Hundreds of the world's largest investors, representing more than $20 trillion in assets, today encouraged governments and international policy makers to take new legally-enforceable steps to combat climate change at the upcoming UN climate summit in Durban, South Africa. The Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change, representing more than $20 trillion in assets includes banking giants HSBC and BNP Paribas.
San Francisco, CA (March 27, 2012) – Today, Voces Verdes, Presente.org, the National Hispanic Medical Association, their allies and members applauded the Environmental Protection Agency’s and Obama Administration’s release of a proposal to limit industrial carbon pollution from new power plants, which is critical to protecting public health.
LATINO GROUPS APPLAUD MERCURY AND AIR TOXICS RULE
Latino groups applaud the Obama Administration’s important new standard to control and curb mercury and other toxic air pollution from power plants.
