Leslie Samuelrich, President of Green Century Funds°, was named to Forbes’ 50 Over 50 list in the investment category.

“For four years, Green Century has pressed companies to avoid mining or selling products containing materials mined at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge,” said Leslie Samuelrich, president of Green Century Funds. “Twin Pines’ move to sell this land only reinforces our position that mining at the Okefenokee quite simply isn’t worth the risks.”

In the face of new attacks on our national environmental laws to protect the air, water and land we cherish, we sometimes feel powerless.

Starbucks Corporation*, the world’s largest coffee chain, has agreed to disclose more details on its transition to reusable cups and ensure the accuracy of its recycling labels.