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Los Angeles Times
27-03-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
University of Redlands' Johnston Center Hosts International Green Industry Hall of Fame Event and Green Future Forum
The International Green Industry Hall of Fame (IGIHOF) announced nine new inductees as part of its official annual Induction Ceremony at the University of Redlands. The event was held in conjunction with the Green Future Forum, a day of networking and co-learning where students and inductees co-facilitated explorations of the sustainability issues that matter most to the next generations. Co-produced by the University of Redlands' Johnston Center for Integrative Studies and IGIHOF board members, the event brought together students, academicians, IGIHOF inductees and sustainability experts. The awards ceremony featured a presentation by IGIHOF inductee Tom Bowman, president of Bowman Change and co-author of 'Empowering Climate Action in the United States' before the formal inductions. This year's inductees included: Sam Geil, the founder of IGIHOF and former board chair, was also honored with a special recognition and induction into the Hall of Fame. 'The goal of IGIHOF is to promote excellence in ecological sustainability worldwide, so it was truly rewarding to induct such a deserving and impactful group of organizations this year,' said Adam Fromson, chair of the board of directors for the International Green Industry Hall of Fame. 'We also truly appreciated the hospitality and partnership shown to us by the Johnston Center.' Tim Seiber, director of the Johnston Center, echoed the value of the partnership. 'Creating opportunities for deep conversations with so many exceptional business leaders is invaluable to students,' he said. 'The connections they made support Johnston's approach to engaged, self-directed learning.' Information was sourced from Businesswire. For more details, contact Jennifer_Dobbs@
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Flor de Caña Inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame for its Leadership in Sustainability
This induction places Flor de Caña among a distinguished global community dedicated to driving meaningful change and fostering a more sustainable future. REDLANDS, Calif., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Flor de Caña, the world-renowned premium rum brand, is proud to announce its official induction into the prestigious International Green Industry Hall of Fame (IGIHOF), an honor that recognizes the brand's historic commitment to social and environmental stewardship and its pioneering role in advancing sustainable practices within the spirits industry. The brand's comprehensive approach to sustainability, such as being the world's first Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade certified spirit, distilling its rum with 100% renewable energy and having planted over 1 million trees, has solidified Flor de Caña's position as a leader in the global movement towards environmental and socially responsible practices. "Flor de Caña's dedication to sustainability and leadership in promoting green practices have set a high standard in our industry. This recognition celebrates not only the brand's achievements but also its unwavering commitment to creating a more sustainable future," acknowledged the IGIHOF. Flor de Caña's induction into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame marks a significant milestone for this 135-year, family-owned brand, reaffirming its dedication to the well-being of employees, communities and the planet. Flor de Caña is deeply grateful to the IGIHOF for this honor and is committed to continuing its mission of producing rum of exceptional quality while leading efforts with partners around the world to build together a greener future for everyone. About Flor de CañaFlor de Caña is a premium rum brand and the world's first Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade certified spirit. From an 1890 family estate, it's distilled with 100% renewable energy and naturally aged at the base of an active volcano without sugar or artificial ingredients. The brand is recognized as a global leader in sustainability, receiving distinctions such as "World's Most Sustainable Rum Brand" (USA), "Ethical Award" (UK) and "Sustainable Spirits Producer" (France). View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Flor de Caña Rum
