You are invited December 6, 2011 for the star-studded Gorgeous & Green Gala at the Bently Reserve in San Francisco celebrating glamorous green lifestyles and benefiting Global Green USA. We'd love to see you!
December 01, 2011
November 02, 2011
Mina+Olya Launches
Please join us for the fashionable launch of Mina+Olya, the new gorgeous collection from Mina Yazdi and Olya Dzilikhova made locally with sumptuous fabrics. Sustainable couture fashion has never looked so good!
Olya and Mina wearing Mina+Olya
October 26, 2011
An Electric Movie Premiere
Don’t miss the San Francisco Bay Area opening premiere of the highly-anticipated film "Revenge of the Electric Car.” The film chronicles the space race for electric cars and is fantastic with unprecedented insider access. Join us for opening weekend, meet the director and stars, and celebrate.
Revenge of the Electric Car
Opening Weekend & After Party in San Francisco
WHEN:
Sunday November 6
5:10 pm show - Director Chris Paine in person
WHERE:
Landmark Embarcadero
1 Embarcadero Center Cinema (Battery & Clay)
San Francisco, CA 94111
www.landmarktheaters.com
SF Showtimes:
(12:15), 2:50 pm, 5:10 pm, 7:30 pm, 10:00 pm
AFTER PARTY:
Sunday, November 6
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
For ticketholders from 5:10 pm show on 11/6
Le Meridien
333 Battery Street
San Francisco
A short walk from Landmark Embarcadero cinema just over the bridge, celebrate opening weekend with the director, stars and local eco-glitterati at the After Party Reception at the beautiful Le Meridien.
For entry, show your Revenge movie ticket stub from the 5:10 pm show on Sunday November 6 and receive the first beverage complimentary that evening plus delicious appetizers.
Hosted by Nissan and Heart of Green.
RSVP:
Buy your movie tickets early to ensure a seat!
www.landmarktheaters.com or www.moviefone.com
REVENGE OF THE ELECTRIC CAR:
www.revengeoftheelectriccar.com
NISSAN LEAF:
The winner of World Car of the Year at the 2011 New York International Auto Show, the revolutionary Nissan LEAF is the new coveted 100% electric car that offers the holy grail of zero emissions, a 100-mile range, lithium-ion batteries, a sporty design, and room for 5 passengers plus cargo. It is the world’s first affordable, mass-market, all-electric vehicle for the global community. www.nissanusa.com
2011 Nissan LEAF
SPECIAL APPEARANCES:
“Revenge of the Electric Car” is playing everywhere starting November 4. Find a theater near you. There are many special appearances happening as detailed below. Let's make it a huge opening weekend for electric cars!
SF - Landmark Embarcadero:
11/4: Stars in person at 5:10 pm, 7:30 pm
11/5: Special Guest Appearances at 7:30 pm
11/6: Chris Paine and stars
Berkeley - Landmark Shattuck:
11/4: Special Guest Appearances at 7:30 pm
11/5: Chris Paine and stars at 3:00 pm
Palo Alto - Landmark Aquarius:
11/4: Special Guest Apperances at 7:30 pm
11/5: Chris Paine and stars at 5:15 pm, 7:30 pm
San Rafael - Christopher B. Smith Rafael Center :
Daily
San Jose - Camera 3:
Daily
On a personal note, I am thrilled that Chris Paine has made a victorious sequel to his first movie, “Who Killed The Electric Car.” While at Harvard, I accepted a summer internship with General Motors/Saturn and worked on the original EV1. It was hard not to fall in love with that futuristic sports car. Admittedly, it was first generation technology with lead-acid batteries, a short range, and a proprietary charging system. It is exhilarating to see electric vehicles coming back with a vengeance in so many people-pleasing shapes and sizes, and perhaps most importantly, with more attractive ranges that enable drivers to zip around town without anxiety. And the best part is, if you have a pure EV, you never have to go to the gas station! I think EVs are here to stay this time.
October 01, 2011
Seeing Green at OG '11
This year, I am excited to be serving on the Steering Committee for the dynamic Opportunity Green 2011 Conference in Los Angeles in November. Opportunity Green is one of my favorite conferences of the year because it combines the star power of Hollywood with the top thought leaders in sustainable business and design.
Opportunity Green will take place on November 10-11 at the Los Angeles Center Studios, the site of many Hollywood productions including “Mad Men.” This 5th Annual Opportunity Green conference will bring together 1,000 professionals for one of the largest B2B sustainability gatherings in the U.S. focused on driving profitability through business and innovation. Past and current participants include Patagonia, Nike, Dell, Universal Studios, BMW, eBay, Office Depot, Gensler, Siemens, Method, Barneys, Fuseproject, Oprah Winfrey Network, and many eco-conscious celebrities.
This year’s theme is Accelerate, so get ready for lots of fast electric cars on the lot. Gensler is heading up the design, and I can tell you from the sneak peeks that it is going to be ecofabulous.
I am thrilled to report that actor Adrian Grenier and Peter Glatzer will be receiving the Eco-Maverick Award for their groundbreaking work creating SHFT to make sustainable living cool, appealing and possible. Check out all of the great videos and goods at SHFT.com
Looking forward to seeing you at Opportunity Green in LA! www.opportunitygreen.com
July 18, 2011
Lighting up Africa with Solar and Star Power
The green glitterati recently celebrated the launch of Empowered By Light, a nonprofit foundation that is delivering renewable energy light to Africa. Held at Roe in San Francisco’s SOMA, the sold-out launch party was co-hosted by SHFT co-founders actor Adrian Grenier and Peter Glatzer and raised funds for the organization’s first project Solar: Zambia.
Warner Philips with Pharox, Moira Hanes, Nadine Weil, Marco Krapels
More than 250 guests sipped VeeV eco-friendly cocktails and sustainable eco.love Wines while ogling the Pharox solar-powered LED light kits with built-in phone chargers that traveled to Zambia in Africa this month. VIP guests received stylish Lifefactory glass water bottles as a special gift, while a forest green Tesla electric sports car marked the party’s entrance.
SHFT.com, the Webby-award winning web property founded by Adrian Grenier and Peter Glatzer to make eco-conscious living cool, is partnering with Empowered By Light to enable citizens to buy one Pharox solar light and gift one for free to Africa. Many inspired guests elected to make donations on the spot with Square, the hit technology from Twitter-founder Jack Dorsey that helps people pay via their mobile phones and iPads.
The Empowered By Light Foundation was founded by Rabobank EVP Marco Krapels, Moira Hanes, and Gianluca Signorelli, Rabobank’s VP for Renewable Energy Finance. They were inspired by a New York Times article by Elisabeth Rosenthal describing how children in Africa improved their grades when given access to solar-powered light. When Warner Philips and Alex Nigg from Lemnis Lighting shared their Pharox Solar kit (an innovative product that combines an LED light, solar panel and phone charger), the foundation launched its first project to send 5,000 solar-powered LED light/cell phone charge kits to families.
If you haven't seen one yet, the Pharox by Lemnis Lighting is really the coolest LED light on the market. It has the soft light and shape of an old incandescent, yet it is a thoroughly modern LED bulb.
Marco Krapels, fresh off the plane from Zambia, gave a passionate speech at the launch party about how the solar-powered LED lights are already making a difference for communities in Africa. Instead of spending over 20% of their income on toxic kerosene lighting which causes lung cancer, families are now able to gather around the clean light from the Pharox kits and study and read into the night.
“Over 1.5 billion people worldwide do not have access to electricity,” said co-founder Marco Krapels. “And in rural Zambia, only 2% of people have grid power. With a relatively small investment, we can give back to Africa and dramatically improve the lives of Zambian children and farmers, allowing families to leapfrog decades of technology and participate in the benefits of the modern world.”
SHFT co-founder Peter Glatzer said, “Adrian and I are thrilled to be a part of this initiative. Empowered By Light is an inspired, environmentally-sound way to empower so many families who live without electricity. Every so often a project like this comes along that we feel compelled to be a part of."
Moira Hanes, Marco Krapels, Peter Glatzer, Adrian Grenier, Nadine Weil
A special shout out to the event's sponsors who included Rabobank, Lemnis Lighting, Sungevity, the Clif Bar Family Foundation, CleanPath Ventures, SHFT, SPG Solar, Roe, W San Francisco, Opower, the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, A Band of Wives, and Global Green USA.
If you are interested in becoming involved, SHFT is offering a wonderful opportunity. If you buy one Pharox solar light kit, you can gift one free to Africa. See the Pharox on SHFT here.
I was thrilled to serve on the event steering committee for Light Up The Night. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and attended this spirited and inspirational party! www.empoweredbylight.org
Press Wrap Up
Here is a collection of stories on Empowered By Light and the event:
San Francisco Chronicle: Empowered By Light's Solar Zambia
San Francisco Examiner: Stars power efforts
944 Magazine: Light Up The Night in San Francisco
The Bold Italic: Lighting Up The Night
June 23, 2011
Global Action Through Fashion
Please join us for a festive cocktail hour and eco-fashion symposium celebrating our power to make a difference through the shirts on our back and those fabulous little black dresses.
WHEN:
Thursday June 30, 2011
7 pm: Eco-Fashion Symposium
8 pm: Cocktail Party
WHERE:
The Hub SoMa
901 Mission Street, Suite 105
San Francisco, CA 94103
HOST COMMITTEE:
Domenica Peterson, Christine Aylward, Clarissa Nicosia, Claudia Ross, Heidi Petit, Jeffrey Leifer, Vicki Liviakis, Joel Goodrich, Karen Tamblyn, Mary Macrae, Mike del Ponte, Nadine Weil, ecofabulous
DRESS:
Ethical cocktail attire
FEATURING:
- Eve Blossom, Lulan Artisans
- Lynda Grose, CCA
- Kindley Walsh-Lawlor, Gap Social & Environmental Responsibility
- Domenica Peterson, Global Action Through Fashion
- Local organic hors d’oeuvres from Stacy Scott Catering
- FAIR - The Fair Trade Spirits Co
- Casa Noble Organic Tequila
- Greater Purpose Wines
- Silent Auction
- Ethical Fashion Exhibit
- Personal eco-styling and a photo booth to capture all the looks
RSVP:
Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Global Action Through Fashion
Reserve here: fashionjustice.eventbrite.com
WHY:
This event celebrates fashion’s surprising influence on our daily lives and the fashion industry’s underutilized power to change the world. The global apparel and accessories market generates total revenues of over $1.3 trillion per year, yet less than 1% is eco-conscious. Now is the time for change. Let’s take global action through fashion! The organization is doing groundbreaking work on both the producer and the consumer side to help transform the fashion industry and enable us to wear our values on our sleeve. Look out for their super cool movie coming out soon.
www.globalactionthroughfashion.org
Summer Rayne Oakes wearing Leila Hafzi
June 06, 2011
Empowered By Light with Adrian Grenier
Please join us for a cocktail party in support of Empowered by Light, improving life with renewable energy technologies, with the co-founders of SHFT and star of the hit series Entourage.
Light Up The Night
WHEN:
Saturday, June 18, 2011
6:30 pm VIP Reception
7:30 pm Main Party
LOCATION:
Roe
651 Howard Street
San Francisco
CELEBRITY HOSTS:
Actor Activist Adrian Grenier (star of Entourage, SHFT co-founder) and Peter Glatzer (SHFT co-founder)
CO-CHAIRS: Warner Philips, Moira Hanes
HOST COMMITTEE:
Nadine Weil, Marco Krapels, Gianluca Signorelli, David Shearer
HONORARY CHAIR:
Prince Carlos of Bourbon-Parma of the Netherlands
TICKETS:
VIP Reception: $150
General: $50
Sponsorships
RSVP:
Spots are limited. For tickets, please visit lightthenightevent.eventbrite.com/
PARTNERS:
SHFT, Clif Bar Family Foundation, Square, Blue Practice, Heart of Green
SPONSORS:
Rabobank, Lemnis Lighting, Pharox, Sungevity, Roe, W San Francisco, CleanPath Ventures, A Band of Wives, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, Opower
FEATURING:
- Eco-friendly cocktails courtesy of VeeV
- Sustainable wines by eco.love Wines
- Delicious organic bites by Roe
- ecofabulous glass water bottles by Lifefactory
ABOUT:
Empowered By Light’s mission is to improve lives and the environment with renewable energy technologies. They are currently delivering 5,000 solar-powered LED light/cell phone charge kits to rural Zambian families who do not have electricity and who presently use heavily-polluting means to access power. For more information, please visit www.empoweredbylight.org
We look forward to seeing you!
May 29, 2011
Cradle to Cradle Dinner
William McDonough and Michael Braungart, co-authors of the landmark sustainable design manifesto “Cradle to Cradle,” will be together at last in San Francisco. Please join me at this momentous occasion and celebration of a world in which growth is good and regenerative for life on Earth.
An Evening with William McDonough & Dr. Michael Braungart
Co-Authors of "Cradle to Cradle"
WHEN:
Thursday, June 9, 2011
5:30 pm Cocktails, Networking, and Dinner
7:00 pm Roundtable moderated by Jared Blumenfeld
8:00 pm VIP Reception in Presidential Suite
WHERE:
The InterContinental
888 Howard Street @ 4th
San Francisco, California
Enjoy a gala evening of cocktails, dinner, stimulating conversation, and mingling with fellow leaders. Don't miss this rare intimate moment to talk with two of the founders of sustainable design and help shape the future. We will be toasting the accomplishments of the groundbreaking nonprofit Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, started a year ago to propel C2C principles into the mainstream and help fuel the Post-Industrial Revolution rooted in ecological design.
TICKETS:
Benefiting the nonprofit Cradle to Cradle Institute. Limited to 150 spots:
$150 Student
$500 General
$1,000 VIP
Sponsorships available
On a personal note, the book Cradle to Cradle changed my life in the year 2005. I was reading it sitting in a swimming pool in Los Angeles the day after the Global Green Millennium Awards because the book is actually waterproof. I found myself saying “Yes!” to nearly every page. What if a building were designed like a tree? What if the water coming out of a production plant was cleaner than the water going in? What if we replaced the toxins in products with benevolent substitutes, and health became a top priority. What if we designed products so that they could be separated into two nutrient streams – one natural/compostable and the other technical and infinitely recyclable, or rather upcyclable. In other words, what if there were no more waste as nature intended.
Many companies are reducing energy usage, reducing carbon and more. This is a noble efficiency path focused on being less bad. Ultimately, it seems to be slowing down the inevitable. To achieve the thriving world we dream about, we need a new vision of doing that which is truly good for life on Earth. This is leadership versus management. Effectiveness versus efficiency. Right now, our industrial society is a degenerative one. We can become regenerative by following the design principles of Cradle to Cradle and nature. Nothing short of the future of our species depends on it.
The good news is that Cradle to Cradle is fast becoming a movement! Over 100 products have already been certified as C2C including Method laundry detergent, Herman Miller office chairs, gDiapers, even the US Postal Service box. See the full list of Cradle to Cradle products here. More are being added every day. Cradle to Cradle is a design revolution that is changing the world.
Imagine products made from safe and healthy materials that, at the end of their life, are either transformed into new products or returned to the earth. These same products are manufactured with renewable energy by socially-responsible companies. Now this is a shopping experience I can get behind! Thanks to Cradle to Cradle, this dream is becoming a reality. We look forward to seeing you on June 9th for what promises to be an unforgettable night.
May 12, 2011
Go Wild for Snow Leopards on May 22
Calling all animal lovers - you are invited to the 10th Anniversary Party of the Snow Leopard Conservancy. Come celebrate the incredible work the Conservancy is doing to help save the snow leopards from extinction in the Himalayas.
If you have never seen a snow leopard (a very rare occurrence), this is your chance. I guarantee you will be blown away!
Snow Leopard Conservancy's
10th Anniversary Party
WHEN:
Sunday, May 22, 2011
1 pm – 4 pm
WHERE:
Janet Pomeroy Center
207 Skyline Boulevard
San Francisco
FEATURING:
- Delicious food and beverages
- Famous snow leopard expert Rodney Jackson
- Special Long Tail Wine
- A silent auction with safaris, SF Giants, and more
- Mingling with fellow eco-conscious leaders
- Meet feline ambassadors from the Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund and even a Bactrian Camel native to Mongolia
TICKETS:
Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Snow Leopard Conservancy
Rsvp at www.snowleopardconservancy.org
or call 707.935.3851
Heart of Green is proud to support the Snow Leopard Conservancy and their amazing 10 years of wildlife conservation. Because of their work, local communities are learning to embrace the existence of snow leopards and live together with these beautiful creatures. We look forward to seeing you on May 22 for an inspiring and fun day!
April 12, 2011
Introducing Heart of Green Tees
Today we are thrilled to launch the inaugural Heart of Green t-shirt, and the first 100 are on us! A collaboration with EcoJoia, this eco-stylish design benefits Save The Redwoods, an amazing organization which has saved hundreds of thousands of acres of redwood forests since 1918.
Show your love for nature with your very own Heart of Green tee. Made from 100% organic cotton, this scoop neck t-shirt is printed with eco-friendly inks and features a heart surrounded by deer, bunnies, birds and other lovable forest creatures. If you are one of the first 100 to order, the merchandise is complimentary, and a donation will still be made to Save The Redwoods. Don’t delay as we expect these to go quickly!
Heart of Green embodies a passion for green, clean and everything in between. Founded in 2004, we support modern sustainability projects that protect life on planet Earth. I believe that we all have a Heart of Green inside and the power to connect with and be stewards of our beautiful world.
One of my favorite ways to become inspired is to take a walk in an ancient redwood forest. Over 97% of these majestic giants were cut down, but thanks to Save The Redwoods and others, the last-remaining redwood forests are being saved one by one. The organization recently protected 426 acres of rare 1000-year-old Noyo River Redwoods in Mendocino County from the sawmill and is actively working on conserving redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Big Sur, Humboldt, and Sonoma County.
To save forests, one of the most important things we can do is buy 100% recycled paper and ask for Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood. Avoid the phony SFI wood standard set up by the timber industry. We can vote with our dollars and make every purchase count.
View Heart of Green tees from EcoJoia and wear your green heart on your sleeve!
April 06, 2011
Green Love for Clean Air
You are invited to the Clean Air Awards 2011 luncheon on April 15th, a top award for air quality and climate protection in California. The awards are hosted by Breathe California, now in its 100th year. I served on the Green Ribbon Panel of Judges this year and can reveal that the winners are fantastic. Our future is bright!
Clean Air Awards 2011
WHEN:
Friday, April 15, 2011
11:30 am Networking Reception & Awards Luncheon
WHERE:
The Merchant Exchange Building, 15th Floor
465 California Street, San Francisco
HONORARY HOSTS:
Senator Mark Leno, Assemblymember Jared Huffman, Senate President Darrell Steinberg, Assemblymember Nancy Skinner, other elected officials
FEATURING:
- CA Clean Air Awards
- Keynote Speech by Senate President Darrell Steinberg
- Reception and Organic Luncheon
- Jack Broadbent, CEO, Bay Area Air Quality Management District
- Emceed by KCBS Morning Anchor Stan Bunger
- Leaders from the business, government, and nonprofit communities
ABOUT BREATHE CALIFORNIA:
For over 100 years, Breathe California has advocated for clean air, fought against lung disease, and worked to advance public environmental health. Helping to stop global warming is a major priority for Breathe California because warmer temperatures caused by greenhouse gases lead to higher rates of asthma, respiratory illness, and lung disease. Breathe California currently runs education and advocacy programs in the areas of Clean Air Public Policy, Asthma Education & Management, Cigarette Smoking Cessation, Global Warming, and Improved Air Quality.
Heart of Green is a proud sponsor of this event. We are united in our need for clean air for good health and prosperity. As the winds of change blow, I believe that we cannot take the fresh air that we do have for granted and that we must remain vigilant in our quest for a healthy environment in which to live. We look forward to seeing you next week and please consider applying for the award next year!
February 20, 2011
Saving Forests with Beauty
It was a historic moment at the GreenBiz State of Green Business Forum in San Francisco. “We want to be known as the company that is helping to end deforestation,” said Tod Arbogast, the Vice President of Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility for Avon Cosmetics. This is the kind of visionary statement that will heal the world.
As Arbogast continued, a cheering section developed in the back of the room. “The depletion of nature is becoming an increasing issue of concern for women,” he remarked. “Our representatives can become champions of conscious consumption and a force for good to nurture nature." I think he is right. People are recycling and are ready for something more. They want to ensure their children will inherit a beautiful world.
The past Director of Sustainable Business at Dell, Tod Arbogast delivered an outstanding presentation on how to be a successful Chief Sustainability Officer and transform an institution, while improving the bottom line.
“I encourage companies to take action voluntarily before relevant issues escalate and become required,” instructed Tod. Which issues are poised to tip? He advised paying attention to deforestation, biodiversity, tar sands, palm oil, and nanotechnology.” This is clearly a man to watch.
Why does Avon care about forests? "We are the largest print publisher in the world. We print 1 billion catalogs per year,” explained Arbogast. He gave a complimentary plug for ForestEthics with whom he worked at Dell to switch catalogs from virgin to recycled paper and save millions of trees.
Check out his Avon Paper Promise and Hello Green Tomorrow initiatives. Avon is committed to printing its catalogs on recycled and sustainable Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) paper. They are also switching to 100% sustainable palm oil to save rainforests in Indonesia. The world just got a little bit more beautiful.
“Focus on doing the right thing,” concluded Tod. “The rest will follow.”
February 19, 2011
WildAid Gala
Join us for an unforgettable night at the star-studded WildAid Gala honoring wildlife ambassadors and celebrating the movement to save endangered species like tigers, elephants, rhinos, and more for future generations.
WildAid Gala
WHEN:
Thursday, May 5, 2011
6:30 pm
WHERE:
Julia Morgan Ballroom
Merchant Exchange Building
465 California Street, 15th Floor
San Francisco, CA
Celebrity Chef: Tyler Florence
Winemakers: Rob Mondavi Jr. & Michael Mondavi
HONOREES:
- Yao Ming - NBA All Star, WildAid Ambassador
- Julie Packard
- Addison Fischer
CELEBRITY HOSTS:
Jackie Chan, Bo Derek, Leonardo DiCaprio, Edward Norton, Yao Ming, Holly Beck, Maurice Greene, Allen Johnson
CHAIRS:
Chairs: Tod & Fiona Bensen, Beverly Spector & Ken Lipson
Co-Chairs: Bill & Shannon Joy, Laney & Pasha Thornton, Rob & Lydia Mondavi, Michael & Xochi Birch, Dr. Jordan & Caroline Shlain, Peter Knights
HOST COMMITTEE:
Nadine Weil, Prescott Ashe, Ivonne Baki, Ashley Barrington-Mace, Jeff Bede, Ben Bleiman, Craig & Nancy Branigan, Samantha Campbell, Jonathan Conrad, Mark Cunningham, Tracey Durning, Rory Faber, Lisa Greenberg-Ferrero, Bryce Groark, Moira Hanes, Lea Haratani, David Haslingden, Shawn Heinrichs, Michael Horwitz, Robert Hunt, Lucie Jay, Richard & Carole Johnson, Phil Lamoreaux, Leo Lippi, Katie Martin, Shannon McElyea, Cathy McMurtry, Steve Morgan, Nancy Mueller, Larry Namer, Nicolette Oliaro, Cameron Phleger, Angelina Preza, Anthony Sandberg, Joakim Silvanderson, Eric Steinhauser, James Von Rittmann, Wesley Wang, Jamie White
SPONSORS:
Google, Alliance Bernstein, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Bank of America, Fenwick & West, Britex, Europenan Collision Center, Folio Fine Wine Partners, Partida Tequila, Tyler Florence Group, Heart of Green
ONLINE AUCTION:
The WildAid auction is live! Peruse a dazzling list of travel adventures, artwork and more at the WildAid auction site on charitybuzz
RSVP:
The gala is already 75% sold out. Reserve your tickets here:
www.wildaid.org/gala
ABOUT WILDAID:
WildAid reduces the demand for endangered species products by specifically targeting consumers with engaging public service announcements and education initiatives. WildAid runs global public awareness campaigns with celebrity spokespeople, field conservation programs, and the enforcement of marine protected areas. WildAid is headquartered in San Francisco, with programs in the United States, China, India, Ecuador, Canada, the UK, Galapagos, and Indonesia.
With its persuasive PSAs, WildAid is reaching over 1 billion people in China and over 500 million people in India per week. They work with over 80 international celebrity and sports star ambassadors and over 50 media partners to save tigers, elephants, sharks from shark finning, marine life, rhinos and much more. Watch the PSAs and learn more at www.wildaid.org
In recent news, Californian Assemblymen Paul Fong and Jared Huffman introduced a law this week (Assembly Bill 376) with WildAid that would ban the sale and distribution of shark fins in California. "The overfishing and inhumane finning of sharks for soup is an ecological disaster on a global scale. This bill would be an important step towards conserving the health of our oceans for future generations," said Peter Knights, Executive Director of WildAid. The outpouring of support for this bill has been incredible and included even a tweet by @LeonardoDiCaprio to his 700,000 followers. The world is ready to protect nature before it is too late. Sign the pledge
We hope you can join us at this glamorous celebration to save wildlife!
February 16, 2011
Roam Free on St. Patty's Day
You are invited to experience a new kind of Green on St. Patrick's Day. Join us for a festive cocktail party and multimedia presentation on Freedom To Roam highlighting wildlife's critical need for movement by Rick Ridgeway.
Have no fear. Beer will be offered for eco-conscious revelers. Patagonia's VP of Environmental Initiatives, Rick is a world-renowned adventurer who has been called the real-life Indiana Jones by Rolling Stone Magazine.
St. Patrick's Day Party
for Freedom To Roam
DATE:
Thursday, March 17, 2011
6:30 PM
LOCATION:
Private Home in Mill Valley
(address upon rsvp)
HOSTS:
Rick Ridgeway, Zem Joaquin, Nadine Weil, Stuart Ruddick, Jason Kibbey, Juliet Lamont, Andrew Behar, Laura Rodormer, Clare Cooley
FEATURING:
- Delicious Organic Reception
- Eco-Friendly Cocktails by VeeV
- Multimedia Freedom to Roam Presentation by Rick Ridgeway
- MateVeza beer and Wente Vineyards sustainable wine
- St. Patrick's Day Celebration
- VIP Gift Bags by Patagonia
- Mingling with the who’s who of green in the Bay Area
RSVP:
rsvp at freedomtoroam dot org
An opportunity to support Freedom To Roam will be available at the event.
CRITTERS THAT ROAM:
The monarch butterfly, the infamous wolverine, pronghorn antelope, lynx, whales, sea turtles, bighorn sheep, salmon, pumas, and countless more iconic American species need to migrate to survive. Wildlife corridors are making this possible and enabling humans and animals to co-exist in harmony and prosper. Learn more about Freedom To Roam and wildlife corridors here at www.freedomtoroam.org
SUPPORTED BY: Patagonia, ecofabulous, Heart of Green, Clare Cooley, PACT, Mindful Investors
We hope you can join us! And don’t forget to wear eco-couture in the color du jour.
Migration photos by National Geographic Photographer Joe Riis
February 13, 2011
Green Pearls of Wisdom
The new Lt. Governor of California, green rockstar Gavin Newsom’s keynote address at the GreenBiz State of Green Business Forum was filled with countless pearls of wisdom. Here is the best of the best of Gavin Newsom on reinvention in California.
"We spend billions of dollars a year to buy things. Why don't we buy good things?"
“States are labs of democracy, but cities are labs of innovation"
"My job now is to take things we did in San Francisco and do it for California”
“The biggest game-changer is to retrofit existing buildings. With a $1 billion investment, you reduce energy costs and create 7,000 jobs. This is the biggest bang for the buck"
“Those highway rest stops should become EV charging stations”
“When you buy Dasani and Aquafina, you're really just buying a plastic bottle full of New York City tap water”
“Green is an economic engine”
“The state needs to get through the budget crisis, but it also needs to make investments in its economic fate and future. A lack of budget is not a good reason not to have audacious goals.”
Gavin Newsom also talked about the need to reconnect people to the environmental issues that they care most about, like air quality. I could not agree more and would add -- looking and feeling good! Going green can enhance your life to the fullest.
Watch this excellent video of Gavin Newsom laying out his green vision for California while being interviewed by GreenBiz's Joel Makower. Stay tuned for more sizzling pro-planet action from this game-changing Lt. Governor.
February 12, 2011
Pre-Oscar Party with Global Green
You are invited to party for the planet like a rock star at Global Green's popular Pre-Oscar Party in Hollywood.
Come celebrate the environment with some of the biggest eco-celebrities and musicians at the Avalon Theater in Los Angeles. I can attest from personal experience that this party is not to be missed!
Global Green Pre-Oscar Party
WHEN:
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
5:30 pm Patron Dinner
8:30 pm Oscar Party
WHERE:
Avalon Hollywood Theater
1735 Vine Street
Hollywood, CA
HONORARY HOSTS:
Orlando Bloom, Miranda Kerr, Suzy Amis Cameron, Kate Bosworth, Jim Carrey, Rosario Dawson, Mia Maestro, Sharon Lawrence, Matt Petersen
FEATURING:
- Live Musical Performances
- Celebrity Guests
- Festive Cocktail Party with Newton Vineyard and 360 Vodka
- VIP Lounge
- Green Carpet Arrivals
- Smart Eco-Conscious Solutions
TICKETS:
All proceeds benefit the nonprofit Global Green and their efforts to create a secure and sustainable future through Green Schools, Green Affordable Housing, community-based clean energy solutions, successful policy work, and more at www.globalgreen.org
$55 General Admission
$100 General Admission plus Global Green Membership
$1,000 VIP Ticket with VIP lounge, hosted bar, seating, eco-gift bag
RSVP Required:
Tickets are going quickly. Please rsvp here:
www.globalgreen.org/preoscarparty
We look forward to seeing you in Hollywood!
January 11, 2011
Hearts of Green in Nature
Happy New Year from Heart of Green. From our green heart to yours, we hope that all of your dreams come true in 2011. We begin this year with an ode to naturally-occurring hearts and gratitude for nature’s brilliant designs. Please enjoy!
Heart-Shaped Leaves
Forget-Me-Nots
Bleeding Heart Flowers
Heart Forest from Above
Heart in the Clouds
Flamingos in Love
September 28, 2010
Gorgeous & Green to celebrate Mad Men
Heart of Green and ecofabulous invite you to Global Green’s star-studded Gorgeous & Green party celebrating eco-lifestyles with celebrity guests, a runway eco-fashion show, organic cocktails and cuisine, top sustainability companies, and glamorous decor. The gala benefits Global Green USA’s initiatives to green schools in the Bay Area and nationwide. This year will be a Mad Men extravaganza!
Global Green presents: GORGEOUS & GREEN 2010
Hosted by Alison Brie, star of MAD MEN
WHEN:
December 13, 2010
5:30 pm Patron Reception & Dinner
7:30 pm Cocktail Party & Eco-Fashion Show
WHERE:
W San Francisco
181 Third Street
FEATURING:
- Celebrity Hosts
- Star Musical Guests
- Top Eco-Fashion Show with vintage Mad Men
- VIP Lounge
- Michelin Star Chef Joseph Humphrey of Cavallo Point
- Patron Wines by Newton Vineyards
- Eco-Cocktails by 360 Vodka
- Vinas de Oro pisco by Clear Grape
- Korbel California Champagne with organically-grown grapes
- VIP Gift Bags
- Glamorous Green Décor by Kimberly Rider Interiors
- Cocktail Party Wines by eco.love
- Beats by DJ Donovan
- Organic Desserts by Miette and Socola Chocolatier
- Bauer's Intelligent Transportation
- Living Gardens by Design Ecology
- Top Sustainable Companies
- A Target Zero Waste Event
CELEBRITY HOSTS:
Actress Alison Brie (Mad Men, Community), Mayor Gavin Newsom, First Lady Jennifer Siebel Newsom, William McDonough, and more.
HOST COMMITTEE:
Co-Chairs: Zem Joaquin & Nadine Weil
Vice-Chairs: Amber Marie and Christopher Bently
Host Committee: Matt Petersen, Marissa Mayer & Zachary Bogue, Lily Achatz, Jackie Adlam, Jessica Appelgren, Maya Baratz, Josh Becker & Jonna Hunter, Yves Behar, Anna Boucher, Marissa Boucher, Caitlin Bristol, Brian Bunch & Tara Trask, Josiah Raison Cain, Karen Caldwell, Julie Chaiken, Timothy Childs, Scott Claxon, Emilie Cowan, Amy Darland, Jeff Denby, Nellie Draganic, Mark Dwight, Jennifer Fick, Anthony Gilmore, Joel Goodrich, Nick Graham, Moira Hanes & Marco Krapels, Jordan Harris, Brandon Hernandez, Kristine Hernandez, Deirdre Holbrook, Erin Hunt, Jay Jeffers, Bruce Katz, Jason Kibbey, Jordan Kurland, Margaret Mitchell, Clarissa Nicosia, Blair Palmer, Domenica Peterson, Heidi Pettit, Alison Gelb Pincus & Mark Pincus, Stephanie Rach, Jenevieve Randall, Christina Resasco, Kimberly Rider, Claudia Ross, Bahar Shahpar, Teri Shaw, Sarah Shaw, David Shearer, Steve Simon, Al Smyth, Maggie Stack King, Marla Steuer, Akemi Tamaribuchi, Karen Tamblyn, Joslin Van Arsdale, Jules Vasic, Janet Macgillivray Wallace & Randall Wallace, Alyssa Warnock, Christina Weber, Will Wick
DRESS CODE:
Vintage Mad Men or Cocktail
RSVP:
www.globalgreen.org/sf/
310-581-2700
All proceeds benefit Global Green
ECO-FASHION SHOW:
Fashion Show produced by Lily Achatz and Clarissa Nicosia will be a Mad Men extravaganza with gorgeous vintage and eco-fashion designers plus new creations by Karen Caldwell. Supported by Vie, Torso, Decades, Ricky Serbin, and Eco Citizen. Beats by DJ Donovan. Hair by Pureology. Jewelry by Amber Marie Bently. Models by Stars Model Management.
DECOR & LIVING WALLS:
Design Ecology is putting the green in Gorgeous & Green! They are creating living garden walls featuring California native plants from SF Foliage and Plants On Walls to bring the space to natural life. The glamorous Mad Men-inspired sustainable event decor is being created by Blueprint Studios and Kimberly Rider Interiors.
WHO’S THERE:
Rabobank, SPG Solar, PG&E, Pureology, Silver Spring, Newton Vineyards, 360 Vodka, Andronico’s, Lemnis Lighting, Vinas de Oro Pisco, MateVeza Beer, eco.love Wines, Numi Tea, Stars Model Management, Heart of Green, EO, Tsi-La Perfume, PeopleTowels, Alter Eco, Popchips, PACT, Earthlust, EcoTools, Nude Skin Care, TCHO Chocolate, Weleda, Make Love Not Trash, Sugar Beach from Stellar Spa, Brita FilterForGood, Miette, Socola, Bauer's Intelligent Transportation, Coup d'Etat Antiques, Alyssa Warnock Design, Leftwich Event Specialists, Plants On Walls, SF Foliage, Design Ecology, Blueprint Studios, Kimberly Rider Interiors
Media Sponsors: Dwell, ecofabulous, Splendora
ABOUT GLOBAL GREEN:
Global Green's mission is to create a global value shift toward a more secure and sustainable future. Global Green is the national arm of Green Cross International, Mikhail Gorbachev's international environmental organization. Global Green hosts the Red Carpet Green Cars Campaign at the Oscars. They are a leader of the green rebuilding of New Orleans and creating healthy green schools in the Bay Area and nationwide. www.globalgreen.org
We hope to see you at this glamorous celebration, Gorgeous and Green!
September 12, 2010
Campovida: Field of Life
The next stop on the Heart of Green™ eco-travel summer was
Campovida, a bucolic paradise in
Campovida has an esteemed eco-history, beginning its life as
the historic
So if you are feeling in need of a regenerating back-to-nature getaway, head to Campovida for a new lease on life. Spend the night, spend the week, or visit for one of their fun upcoming events like Gala on the Green. The fields are waiting. www.campovida.com
August 17, 2010
Solage: An Eco Oasis in Calistoga
Life is eco-consciously sweet (and suite) at the Solage Calistoga resort in the Wine Country. Soaking in the geothermal mineral pool under the stars, I thought to myself, “If this is eco-living, then why wouldn’t everyone want to sign up!” If you are seeking a rejuvenating getaway that is healthy for body, soul and planet, then look no further. Your spa robe and cruiser bikes are waiting.
If you care about green, then you will be pleasantly surprised at every twist and turn of the resort’s path. Ahhh, a stunning luxury vacation getaway with reclaimed woods, recycling bins, solar panels, and salt pools. My heart skipped a beat. If green is not your top priority, then you will simply think that Solage is one of the best modern resorts in which you have ever stayed. That is the Holy Grail. Your favorite hotel is “oh by the way” ultra people-friendly (no toxins) and planet-conscious (green design).
If we think about it, that’s what a spa should be to fulfill its mission. How can a spa be healthy if it is slathering you with chemicals and feeding you an apple with pesticides on top? Luxury is living in harmony with oneself and the outer world. Luxury is green. Speaking of, here are the many ways Solage Calistoga treads lightly on the planet while providing a superb experience for its guests.
Energy
Geothermal energy heats the pools and spa. The West Coast has a plethora of geothermal power under the surface, so why not put it to good use. Rooftop solar panels power two main resort buildings. The Bathhouse has both radiant heating and passive cooling architecture, which eliminates the need for A/C. This is a marvel in the warm climate of Calistoga.
Healthy
The locally-made bath and body products are all-natural without parabens and are dispensed in bulk containers to minimize waste. Salt pool systems are in effect so you don't leave smelling like chlorine. Green non-toxic cleaning products are used by housekeeping. The Spa features eco-friendly nail care (SpaRitual) and skin care products (Eminence and Marie Veronique). The Gift Shop is filled with green goodies as well, from organic t-shirts to pure beeswax candles.
Food & Beverages
Local organic produce and sustainable seafood are served at the magnificent Michelin-star rated SolBar, which many say is the top restaurant in the area. Filtered water is provided at Spa Solage and SolBar. And my favorite, you can order a delicious green smoothie by the pool.
Green Building
Solage is a beacon of green design. Reclaimed woods are used extensively throughout the resort. LEED-approved bamboo flooring grounds the Gym and Movement Studio. The walls are painted with low-VOC paints for easy breathing. Interface carpet tiles keep guests’ feet warm. Wool rugs with natural jute backing give an eco-conscious look without off-gassing. Natural Stone countertops are visible in the bathrooms. The chairs are made by Cherner and feature FSC-certified wood. The tables are constructed by Brent Comber with beautiful reclaimed woods. Hemp drapes in the Spa flow with the wind.
Green guest cottage at Solage Calistoga
Landscaping
Drought-tolerant plants form a beautiful landscape native to the area. The minimal irrigation is done with reclaimed water from the City of Calistoga. Many gorgeous 200-year-old oak trees were spared during construction and now serve as the heart and soul of the resort.
Sustainability
Recycling containers are present in each guest room, always a pleasant surprise to find. The resort also recycles extensively, especially wine bottles! Recycled paper is used for resort materials. Soft CFL and LED lighting is discreetly present. Low-flow toilets save water in an area with regular 80-degree temperatures, which are paradise when looking to escape the San Francisco fog.
Transportation
Cruiser bicycles are provided for all resort guests. Ditch your car for the weekend and cruise around town on your bike. The main mode of transportation for resort employees are, of course, the bicycles!
Solage Calistoga is an eco-oasis with a huge Heart of Green. Solage supplies filtered water throughout the property. It would make a wonderful and elegant impression if arriving and departing guests were offered a real glass of filtered water with lemon. Or perhaps if conscious guests had their own Sigg water bottles, they could fill up right there. How impressive would that be!
Besides the superior spa treatments, fabulous service, and delectable meals, my unexpected favorite part of the Solage resort experience was visiting the old oak trees on the grounds. There is a serene spot with a bench in between two large oak trees that are 200 years old. Sitting underneath the branches, time stands still. Only peace exists. I went for the mineral pools and am coming back for the trees. And here’s a secret tip. Ask for guest cottage No. 32. It has its own private, outdoor hot tub for soaking under the stars. www.solagecalistoga.com
August 15, 2010
From Bamboo to Green Bling
Can you be glamorous and save trees at the same time? Absolutely yes, especially with the launch of
supermodel Angela Lindvall’s John Hardy jewelry collection benefiting
ForestEthics. Named Hijau, which means "green" in Balinese, the
gorgeous line is inspired by bamboo and features rings, bangles,
earrings, and cuffs made from recycled and sustainable silver.
July 24, 2010
Greening Events with Style
On Thursday July 29 at the Bently Reserve, come learn how to
green your event with eco style. Heart of Green founder
WHEN:
Thursday, July 29, 2010
11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Bently Reserve (LEED-certified)
301
SPEAKERS:
- Paul Moss & Kaia Jacobi, Blueprint Studios
- Monica Rocchino, Paula LeDuc Fine Catering
- Gustavo Fernandez, Photography
Email events at bently reserve dot com for RSVP inquiries
We look forward to seeing you at this Bently Reserve Lunchtime Speaker Series event. Until then, remember when greening to be persistent, ask lots of questions, and stay positive. You are making your event healthier for your guests and the planet. That is definitely something to smile about!
Photos from Gorgeous & Green Gala for Global Green
Co-Chairs: Zem Joaquin and Nadine Weil
July 02, 2010
Juicing for Health & Vitality
Can a glass of juice change your life? Based on the experiences of Salma Hayek, Gwyneth Paltrow, and the protagonists of the new film “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead,” the answer is definitely yes! Heart of Green readers are invited to a preview screening and after party celebrating the hottest trend in health and wellness.
Screening of “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead” and After Party
WHEN:
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
6:00 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Movie Screening
8:00 pm Filmmaker Q&A
8:30 pm VIP After Party & Juice Tasting
WHERE:
Sundance Kabuki Theatre, 1881 Post Street, San Francisco
HOST COMMITTEE:
Zem Joaquin
RSVP:
Space is limited.
Reserve your spot here
A raffle for fabulous prizes will be available benefiting Roots of Change.
ABOUT THE FILM:
Part road trip and part wellness manifesto, this uplifting film tells the
story of two men whose chance meeting and struggle to overcome the
same rare disease saves one life, and changes another. What emerges is nothing
short of amazing – an inspiring tale of healing and human connection.
Follow Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead on Facebook
Congratulations to the film on winning both the Audience Award for Best Documentary and the Special Jury Turning Point Award (the film that will make the most impact) at the Sonoma International Film Festival.
REBOOT MEDIA:
The mission of Reboot Media, the producers of "Fat, Sick & Nearly
Dead", is to get
ROOTS OF CHANGE:
Roots of Change is a collaborative of diverse leaders and institutions which
are unified in the common pursuit of achieving a sustainable food system.
Gwyneth Paltrow has some delicious juicing recipes on her blog Goop. I am a huge fan of the Beet, Carrot, Apple and Ginger recipe. Planetary sustainability starts with personal sustainability. Juice on!
June 02, 2010
Global Citizens Unite to Celebrate Green
This Saturday you are invited to a rocking party celebrating
World Environment Day at
World Environment Day Party
Many Species. One Planet. One Future.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 5, 2010
6 pm Dinner at Prana (optional, reserve here)
8 pm Cocktail Party
540 Howard
Street
Complimentary party entry until 9 pm. Light appetizers will
be provided.
World Environment Day Closing Celebration 2005
To all those who worry about doom and gloom or
feel powerless, I say look at how far we have come in environmental stewardship
and consciousness since 2005. We are experiencing a global awakening. Imagine
what will be possible in the next 5 years!
This is our moment to embrace new values and take action to regenerate
ourselves and our planet.
Find other events here for World Environment Day, the global
celebration of positive action for the environment and us.
June 01, 2010
Miracle for the Boreal Forest
If a tree is saved in the forest, does anybody hear it? Absolutely yes. Today we are celebrating ForestEthics and its partners achieving the largest conservation initiative
in history: a landmark agreement to save up to 175 million acres of the Boreal
Forest in
ForestEthics went sector by sector, launching and winning
market campaigns in the office supply industry (FedEx, OfficeDepot and Staples)
and then the catalog industry with Victoria's Secret. In each case, the companies transformed their policy policies from
unsustainable to sustainable. The recycled paper mills started operating at
record-high capacity. Many other catalogs followed the sexy lead and switched to FSC-certified or recycled paper including
Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel,
The Amazon of the North
- Ask that businesses use recycled and FSC-certified paper
- Unsubscribe from catalogs still printing on virgin paper
- Buy only Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) wood products
- Sport your own pair of PACT undies
- Participate in ForestEthics’ future market campaigns
May 13, 2010
Go Wild on Endangered Species Day
Celebrate the
animal kingdom with WildAid on May 21 in
Friday, May 21, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
WHERE:
The University Club
800 Powell Street at
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a lively expert panel discussion, mingling with environmental leaders and animal lovers,
and more wild-inspired fun. Get a jump on the fantastic silent auction. See the items and bid early or from afar!
Complimentary
Send your rsvp to Erin Sullivan at sullivan at wildaid dot org
415-834-3174
About WildAid:
WildAid is an innovative and highly-effective wildlife
conservation organization whose motto is “When the buying stops, the killing
can too.” WildAid works on the often
overlooked demand side of the equation.
For example, they run high-profile advertising campaigns in Asia with
celebrities and Olympic athletes to reduce the unsustainable consumption of
wildlife and build grassroots political support for conservation
As WildAid says, "“When we all come together, we can do anything.” Come join us for the festivities!
May 12, 2010
Having a Green Ball
Join us for the Green Ball on Friday, May 21st at 1 Fort
Mason in
Friday, May 21, 2010
6:00 pm: VIP Pre-Party
7:30 pm: The Green Ball
The Officer’s Club at 1 Fort Mason, San Francisco
Honorary Chairs: Jayni
& Chevy Chase
Co-Chairs: Linda Gordon
and Russell Long
Hosts: Christopher
Burg, Lisa Maria Burkhard, Kimo Campbell, Elizabeth Cooper, Jeff Glueck and Amy
Ziff, Marion Hunt, Jim and Linda Kuhns, Garrett Loube, Monica Maduro, Lori
Puccinelli Stern, Edward Reidy, Mark Rhoades, Marcia Rodgers, Stuart Rudick,
Magdolna Rozs, Carole Shattil, Laura Wais,
FEATURING:
- Award ceremony hosted by Doug McConnell
- Honorary guests
- Delicious locally-sourced, organic cuisine
- Biodynamic wines
- Gorgeous views of
- Amazing eco-auction
- Music from the groovy band Moonalice
Visit Green Ball to reserve your spot
or call 415-544-0790 ext 212
About Friends of the Earth:
The mission of Friends of the Earth is to create a healthy
and just world. I have been very
impressed with their leadership in taking on issues early such as exposing nanoparticles
in personal care products, encouraging cruise ships to stop polluting the seas,
and advocating for a strong climate and energy bill. www.foe.org
Here are a fun photos from last year's party. We look forward to seeing you at the Green Ball!
May 10, 2010
Josh Podoll Trunk Show
Eco-fashion has come a long way baby. To see the evidence, look no further than Josh Podoll. Join us at the ecofabulous Eco Citizen boutique for their first trunk show with the Josh & Lauren Podoll design duo.
WHEN:
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
WHERE:
Eco Citizen Boutique
1488
415.614.0100
View the full collection,
meet the designers, and preview Fall/Winter 2010. Experience first hand their artisan fashions
made from lush hand-dyed organic cottons and custom prints. Josh Podoll is made
in
Organic wine and delicious nibbles will be served.
A portion of sales go to Global Green
May 05, 2010
X Marks The Spot
On Saturday May 15, X will mark the spot at Lucasfilm as the
world’s luminaries unite in
Saturday, May 15, 2010
6:30 pm: Cocktail Reception
7:30 pm: Seated Dinner & Program
9:00 pm: Live Auction & Entertainment
WHERE:
Lucasfilm,
James Cameron, Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Peter Diamandis, Anousheh & Hamid
Ansari, Michael Boustridge, Sir Richard Branson, Eli & Edythe Broad, Bita
Daryabari & Reza Malek, Ann & John Doerr, Tas & Amir Dossal, Ann
& Jim Gianopulos, Scott Hassan, Jack Hidary, Michelle Yee & Reid
Hoffman, Arianna Huffington, Kathy & Chad Hurley, Zem & James Joaquin, Steve
Jurvetson, Dean Kamen, Neeru & Vinod Khosla, Lyn & Norman Lear, Marissa
Mayer & Zachary Bogue, Elon Musk, The Honorable Gavin Newsom & Jennifer
Siebel Newsom, Anne & Dean Ornish, Alison &
Come join us and discover which planetary challenges on are the X Prize's future agenda and how incentive prizes are driving radical breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity. CNN’s Chief Business Correspondent Ali Velshi will co-emcee the gala with additional celebrity hosts.
Please contact Allison Speer or
Heart of Green became an early supporter of the X Prize Foundation because
they spur innovation in areas such as clean energy, science, education, and the environment.
We hope to see you on May 15th for what should be an extraordinary night!
May 03, 2010
Premiere of Princess Kaiulani
Movie Pre-Screening & Cultural Celebration
WHEN:
Monday, May 10, 2010
6:30 pm Theater Doors Open
7:30 pm Movie Premiere & Program
9:30 pm VIP Reception
The Historic Majestic Crest Theater
1262 Westwood
Blvd
Asuka at
Q’orianka Kilcher (The New World), Colin Farrell, Woody
Harrelson, Chaske Spencer (New Moon), Jesse Garcia (Quinceañera,), Alex Meraz
(New Moon),
- Opening Remarks by the movie’s star Q’orianka Kilcher
- Celebrity Guests
- Exclusive Princess Kaiulani movie preview, Q&A
- Winner of Audience Award at
VIP RECEPTION:
- After Party - Peru Comes To Hollywood
- Peruvian Wine, Beer and Inca Cola by Amazon Imports
- Guayaki Yerba Mate Tea
- Delicious Peruvian Cuisine by Inka Trails
- Appetizers by Los Balcones del Peru
- Exotic Drinks by Master Mixology
- Earthcakes Desserts by Acooba
- Silent Auction of Original Artwork by Q’orianka
- Popular DJ Juan Carlos Alarcon
- Peruvian Music & Dancers
BENEFITING:
A benefit for the On-Q Initiative, the nonprofit
organization founded by actress-activist Q’orianka Kilcher with the mission to
give a voice to the voiceless, especially indigenous peoples, youth advocates
and the environment. At the age of 14, Q’orianka Kilcher emerged into the front
ranks of young actors with her portrayal of Pocahontas opposite Colin Farrell
in Terrence Malick’s The New World. Q'orianka is a winner of the Brower Youth Award. The On-Q Initiative works to support a
community of grassroots projects dedicated to social and environmental justice.
Current projects include real-time disaster relief in
Heart of Green is proud to support the work of Q'orianka Kilcher and her dream of giving a voice to the voiceless and saving indigenous peoples and nature in Peru and around the world. We hope to see you at the premiere event in Los Angeles or in the theater opening weekend!
