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.
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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.
The group of 285 investors issued a joint statement emphasizing the urgent need for policy action which stimulates private sector investment in climate change solutions, creates jobs, and ensures the long-term sustainability and stability of the world economic system. They argue that governments act quickly to implement tough climate policies would reap the biggest investments and the biggest rewards.
VOCES VERDES JOINS THE CLEAN AIR PROMISE CAMPAIGN
As thousands of Latino children cough and wheeze from toxic pollution and smog in our air, Latino business, medical professionals, and community leaders nationwide have joined a major campaign calling on Washington policymakers to protect all Americans from dangerous air pollution. JOIN US! >>
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.
