Dallas Becomes the First Major City in the Nation to Launch a Comprehensive Web Site...
Dallas Becomes the First Major City in the Nation to Launch a Comprehensive Web Site Dedicated to Environmental Issues www.GreenDallas.net reflects the City's commitment to 'green' initiatives DALLAS, Jan. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas officials today officially launched www.GreenDallas.net, a new Web site dedicated exclusively to green initiatives. With the launch, Dallas becomes the first major city in the nation with a comprehensive stand-alone Web site devoted to this important topic. (Photo: here) Visitors to the site will find tips on how to save energy and water; recycle; clean the air; and have a green home and lawn. City's environmental initiatives, accomplishments and awards are also prominently featured. City officials are encouraging Dallas residents to make a commitment to "go green" and play an active role in building a greener City. "People understand how important it is to address the environmental issues, and they also understand that that's the way to continue to build Dallas as a great place to live and a great place to do business," said Mayor Tom Leppert. "The City of Dallas is proud to be building a greener city." Dallas has taken a leadership role in developing green initiatives, according to Director of Environmental Quality Laura Fiffick. "The City has to be a leader because we need to show our residents that we are committed to conserving water, recycling and reducing emissions if we expect residents to do these things. It's really a one-stop shopping center for residents who want to become environmental leaders in their own community," Fiffick said. The support of the corporate community is vital to the success of the Green Dallas initiative. A donation from Green Mountain Energy Company is making it easier for residents to get involved in the green movement with the donation of 5,000 CFL bulbs. Dallas Fire-Rescue will distribute the CFL bulbs as part of the smoke detector replacement program. Clear Channel Inc. is also making an in-kind contribution of 25 billboards to spread the message about how Dallas residents can help build a greener City. SOURCE The City of Dallas Laura Fiffick, Director, Office of Environmental Quality, +1-214-670-1200, or Meranda Carter Cohn, Public Information Office, +1-214-671-8573, both of The City of Dallas
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