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Day, April 22, San Diego EarthWorks will host the ninth annual
VIP (Very Important Planet) Reception and EARTH Awards. This
occasion provides an opportunity for business, community, and
government leaders to make the connections between our actions
now and a healthy, prosperous and sustainable future.
 The
City of San Diego Environmental Services Department will present
their Recycling and Waste Reduction Awards. The San Diego Air
Pollution Control District will present their Clean Air Awards
and San Diego EarthWorks will present their EARTH Awards (Environmental
Action and Restoration That Helps).
The
evening will begin with a buffet dinner, provided by local San
Diego restaurants, and a silent auction to benefit San Diego
EarthWorks. Following the informal part of the evening will be
the Awards Ceremony. Local businesses, organizations and individuals
will be honored for their practical accomplishments toward a
healthy, prosperous and sustainable San Diego.
The
reception will be held at the City of San Diego Environmental
Services Building located at 6901 Ridgehaven Court in Kearny
Mesa. This award winning "green" building is one of
the top ten most energy efficient and environmentally friendly
buildings in the country. Featuring recycled (and recyclable)
squares of carpet that can be rotated from heavy traffic areas,
motion and temperature sensitive lighting, motion sensitive heating
and air conditioning, this building has saved over 52 percent
in utility costs compared to the non-refurbished twin building
next door.
San
Diego EarthWorks, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, is a network
of volunteers in service to a healthy, prosperous and sustainable
future for all living things. Volunteer produce the annual EarthFair
in Balboa Park, organize habitat restoration projects throughout
San Diego County year-round, and host events that inform and
educate people about environmental issues.
For
more information, to volunteer or to reserve a $30 pre-sale ticket,
call (619) 496-6666, extension **70 or visit our website at www.earthdayweb.org. 
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