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Senate
Resolution 132
By:
Senators Mullis of the 53rd, Pearson of the 51st, Rogers of the 21st, Schaefer
of the 50th, Whitehead, Sr. of the 24th and others
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
Georgia´s sustainable and environmentally friendly businesses; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS,
sustainable small businesses contribute more than 1,350 jobs and $619 million
dollars to Georgia´s economy; and
WHEREAS,
many of Georgia´s corporations are committed to incorporating sustainable
principles and environmental management systems into their business practices;
and
WHEREAS,
sustainable and environmentally friendly companies generate profits while
creating jobs and revenue for the State of Georgia and help to preserve this
state´s valuable natural resources for the enjoyment of all Georgians, now
and for future generations; and
WHEREAS,
some of the vital companies leading the way for a more sustainable Georgia are:
Skye Energy, Boss Environmental, Enviro Log, EcoLink, Collective Good,
Perkins+Will, Infratec, IfPeople, Sustainable Business Partners, Pull-A-Part,
Inc., Novelis, Inc., Georgia Recycling Coalition, Interface, Inc., Melaver,
Inc., RainHarvest Company, GreenGuard Environmental Institute, Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation, SP News Print Company, Pratt Industires,
Café Compesino and Cooperative Coffees, and Georgia Conservation
Voters.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize
these outstanding Georgia businesses and commend Georgia´s sustainable
businesses for their distinguished corporate citizenship and commitment to
reducing waste and improving air and water quality for all
Georgians.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Skye Energy, Boss
Environmental, Enviro Log, EcoLink, Collective Good, Perkins+Will, Infratec,
IfPeople, Sustainable Business Partners, Pull-A-Part, Inc., Novelis, Inc.,
Georgia Recycling Coalition, Interface, Inc., Melaver, Inc., RainHarvest
Company, GreenGuard Environmental Institute, Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation, SP News Print Company, Pratt Industires, Café Compesino and
Cooperative Coffees, and Georgia Conservation Voters.