Nurture Nature Foundation Allocates $1 Million to Fight Global Warming and Promote Environmental Solutions for Cities
The Nurture Nature Foundation (NNF) is allocating $1,000,000 over the next year in a joint campaign with Earth Pledge and the CUNY Institute for Sustainable Cities to combat global warming.
This commitment is in response to the call of the Clinton Global Initiative beginning on September 20 for commitments curbing global warming.
“I am pleased to be named executive director of NNF, as well as appreciative of the generous contribution to support Earth Pledge,” said Leslie Hoffman. “We are well equipped to fulfill our mission to facilitate the transition to sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through development and promotion of innovative technologies.”
Cities are uniquely positioned to assist in developing environmental solutions as an antidote to global warming. For example, Earth Pledge’s Green Roofs Initiative aims to lower ambient air temperatures and prevent pollution of waterways by creating green roof infrastructure in urban centers.
The CUNY Institute for Sustainable Cities will join with Earth Pledge in this initiative,” said William Solecki, CISC Interim Director. “To address global warming meaningfully is a central environmental concern of the 21st century. We feel that the Institute, coupled with Earth Pledge, will significantly contribute to this dialogue and progress.”
“The overall mission of the Institute,” Solecki continued, “is to enable urban residents, particularly those in New York City, to better understand the relationship between themselves and the physical environment of their cities in order to identify pathways for environmentally sustainable practices. The Institute’s mission is articulated through a series of outreach activities, educational programs, and scientific projects.”
