Don't forget to pack your sneakers for the Fun Walk!
Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Join us Wednesday for an early morning walk up to Coit Tower to get a great view of San Francisco! Proceeds from the walk will be donated to Save the Bay.

Dr. Peter Senge Looks Forward to a Dialogue On Collaboration With You Wed Evening!
Posted on Thursday, April 23, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Dr. Peter Senge plans to engage Summit attendees in a dialogue during his plenary presentation at the Summit dinner Wed Evening. Dr. Senge asks Summit attendees to share success stories of collaboration across sectors and discuss what made them successful; how can they be replicated; why isn’t collaboration easier? More than a formal presentation, Dr. Senge is interested in intellectual discourse with the attendees. This plenary will be unlike any the Summit has had in the past.

Maureen Gorsen Welcomes Summit Attendees With Message on Opportunities for The Future
Posted on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Ms. Gorsen will be talking to the Summit attendees about opportunities for the future and will use Green Chemistry as a focused example. There are six major components to Green Chemistry, and most of them are not regulated, meaning they are voluntary and many businesses are finding their value without governmental influence. The economic opportunities associated with Green Chemistry are vast because it touches chemicals, materials and products. Green Chemistry is absolutely a health issue as well.

Don't forget to sign up for the activities!
Posted on Thursday, April 16, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Make sure you check out all the different activities that are planned for you throughout the week at the Summit. There are some essential and informative training workshops being held before and after the Summit; wonderful site visits that have been specially planned for Summit attendees; a fun reception at an environmentally conscious local restaurant; a fun walk that will give you an opportunity to help a local charity clean up San Francisco Bay while getting some fresh air and exercise; and two separate volunteer opportunities to help restore native plants. Check your registration records to make sure you have added everything you want- changes can easily be made online!

Gil Friend, CEO of Natural Logic, Inc. to be Closing Speaker
Posted on Thursday, March 26, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Join us for a closing brunch and presentation by Gil Friend. Gil Friend is President and Chief Executive Officer of Natural Logic, Inc., a strategy and systems development company that helps companies and communities prosper by embedding the laws of nature at the heart of enterprise. Tomorrow Magazine called him "one of the country's leading environmental management consultants -- a real expert who combines theoretical sophistication with hands-on, in-the-trenches know-how."

Travel Scholarships Handed Out
Posted on Thursday, March 26, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
All travel scholarships have been handed out to Summit particpants. Submissions can still be submitted to NPPR to be added to a waiting list.

Students...Don't Miss This Opportunity! Tuesday is Student Day at the Summit!
Posted on Monday, March 23, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
On Tuesday, May 5, the National Environmental Partnership Summit will open its doors free of charge to students to increase awareness and motivate action against our current environmental challenges! Come to collaborate, network and learn from our experienced and inspirational career panel. The Student Day career panel, poster session and happy hour are specifically targeted to students. Registration for Student Day is free for full time students only. A school-issued ID is required. Deadline to register is Monday, April 27. Student check-in begins on Tuesday, May 5 at 8:00 am and is available all day. For questions about Student Day, please contact Oded Cedar at oded.cedar@gmail.com.

Summit Early Registration Extended to April 3
Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Register now and join us for the 2009 Environmental Summit in San Fancisco. Full week registration will increase by $100 after early registration closes. Don't forget to sign up for the site visits and activities when you register early. Activities will close as soon as limits for each activity are reached.

Poster Session- Highlighting Achievements and Collaborations
Posted on Friday, March 20, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Take this opportunity to show how your facility is collaborating with others by participating in the Summit's Fourth Annual Poster Session Showcase. Organizations are invited to submit a proposal by March 27, 2009 describing a specific collaboration or an environmental achievement that they would like to highlight through a poster board and handout. This is a great, low-cost and simple way to highlight your collaborations and success in your environmental programs. Posters will be available Tuesday through Thursday but will only be staffed during the breaks on Tuesday (10:00-10:30am and 3:30-4:00pm).

For more detailed information and to submit your proposal, please click on the link below.

Showcase of Collaboration
Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
New to the Summit this year! We will feature a montage of pictures submitted by Summit participants which highlight examples of collaborations between NGOs, government, and PT members. We plan to have the slide show running throughout the conference. If you would like to be included in this showcase, please send pictures with a brief caption for each to Anne Vogel-Marr (steplightly@verizon.net). Pictures must be submitted by March 25, 2009 to be considered for the showcase. Don't miss this chance to show off!

Deadline for Travel Assistance is March 6, 2009!!
Posted on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Make sure you submit your request to NPPR for travel assistance by March 6th to be considered. Priority will be given to participants who are presenting (speaking) at the Summit, and those from state, local or tribal P2 programs. The final decision on travel awards will be made by March 16, 2009.

Magical Start to the Summit!
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Don't miss the opening reception on Monday night. Learn about the work of California's Universities, local and national NGOs and PTPA members whose work will be featured at this reception. Patrick Bryan will amaze you with his magic. Be a part of an evening of astonishment you will not forget.

P2RX Fun Walk/Run Promises Great Views of SF!!
Posted on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Start your day with a brisk walk to Coit Tower. The Fun Walk/Run will be on Wednesday morning from 7-8am. All proceeds will benefit Save The Bay, a local charity that works exclusively to protect, restore and celebrate San Francisco Bay.

Save The Bay

Cost: $10

Calling all Students...Student Day at the Summit!
Posted on Monday, February 16, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Student day is Tuesday May 5! All local area students are invited to attend for free. Remember to bring your school ID to get in for free. Registration is available all day. If coming for the opening plenary, please arrive 20 minutes early to register.

Site Visits Announced!!!
Posted on Monday, February 09, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Don't miss out on these unique site visits planned just for you. You can take a behind-the-scene look of Embarcadero, Giants stadium and other green facilities in San Francisco. Ride the Green Bus to tour the new Academy of Sciences. Or tour the historic Presidio.

Vacation Raffle just announced!
Posted on Monday, February 09, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Forever Resorts is donating a one week vacation on a houseboat at a Forever Resort location of the winner’s choice! Purchase your raffle ticket at the Summit Registration desk.

Join us on a site visit and volunteer opportunity...and arrive in style!
Posted on Sunday, February 01, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Get to a site visit and the volunteer opportunity without compromising the environment! Join us and ride the Green Bus. It transports up to 51 people in sustainable style and runs on 99% biodiesel with solar panels on the roof. There are numerous 120-volt outlets on board (just like at home). The bus comes complete with WiFi, a sound system, a microphone and a white board.

NPPR Work Group/Discussion Group Sessions posted!
Posted on Sunday, February 01, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Check out the online agenda to find the workgroup session that interests you the most! This year all workgroups will meet at the same time, so take time now to review what each of the workgroups will discuss.

Training Sessions/Workshops Posted Online
Posted on Sunday, February 01, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
We will have training/workshop sessions all day Monday, Thursday afternoon, and Friday. Don't forget to register for your training sessions when you register for the Summit.

Gwen Ruta, Environmental Defense Fund to be Wednesday Morning Plenary Speaker!
Posted on Monday, January 26, 2009 National Environmental Partnership Summit
Please join us Wednesday morning to hear Gwen Ruta, vice president of corporate partnerships, EDF speak about partnerships that work for the company as well as the environment!