Environment Council
U.K. charity develops long-term solutions to environmental issues by bringing together businesses, non-governmental organizations, governments, and communities. Provides strategic training in a consensus-building "stakeholder dialogue" process.
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European Environmental Bureau
Europe's largest environmental federation, which is comprised of 134 non-governmental organizations in 25 countries. Consults with the Council of Europe, the Commission of the European Union, the European Parliament, the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development, and the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development.
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Global Legislators Organization for a Balanced Environment
Organization of 1,200 legislators in 100 countries seeks to enhance cooperation among governments on global environmental issues and policies. Impacts the international environmental agenda by exchanging ideas on policy questions and urging effective actions.
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Green Seal
Independent U.S. nonprofit organization promotes the manufacture and sale of environmentally responsible consumer products. Sets environmental standards and awards a "Green Seal of Approval" to products that have low environmental impacts in their product category.
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International Council on Mining and Metals
Develops and articulates best practices on sustainable development in the mining and metals industries.
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International Foundation for the Conservation of Wildlife (formerly known as Wildlife Conservation International)
Conserves, manages, and rehabilitates wildlife in natural habitats. Works to prevent extinctions and reintroduces species that have been driven to extinction.
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International Institute for Sustainable Development
Canadian-based organization focuses on how to put the principles of sustainable development into practice. Advances policy recommendations regarding international trade, investment, economic policy, climate change, and natural resource management.
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National Audubon Society
U.S. public interest organization works to conserve and restore natural ecosystems. Scientific, educational, and advocacy programs focus primarily on bird and wildlife habitats.
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National Wildlife Federation
The United States' largest member-supported conservation group. Unites government, businesses, environmental organizations, and citizens to protect wildlife and wildlife habitats.
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The Nature Conservancy
Public interest organization protects more than 98 million acres of valuable land and waters on 1,400 preserves around the world. Acquires and manages diverse natural communities.
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Rainforest Alliance
Leading international conservation group protects rainforests, works toward sustainable agriculture in the tropics, and certifies responsible ecotourism in the Galapagos Islands. Conserves biodiversity by encouraging better business practices in the corporate sector.
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Resources for the Future
Think tank conducts independent research on global environmental and natural resource issues, such as climate change, sustainable forestry, and the restructuring of electric utilities. Credited with developing the concept of emissions trading in the 1960s.
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Solar Electric Light Fund
Promotes renewable energy self sufficiency in developing countries. Provides solar photovoltaic technologies to light homes and power rural villages.
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Sierra Club
The United States' oldest and largest grassroots environmental organization. Educates and enlists stakeholders to protect and restore the natural environment.
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Sustainability—Learn It, Live It
Visit a new environmental web site created by the University of Michigan, one of Alcoa's Conservation/Sustainable Fellowship grantees. Features include interactive learning on recycling and sustainbability, plus special content on an Earth Day Lecture by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama.
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United Nations Environment Programme
Provides leadership and encourages partnerships in caring for the environment. Programs operate in all regions of the world.
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Waste Watch
Promotes waste reduction, reuse, and recycling in the United Kingdom. Website has a searchable database of recycling resources.
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World Bank
One of the world's largest sources of development assistance for the poorest nations. Operates a Network for Environmentally and Socially Sustainable Development and a Development Economics Research Group on Infrastructure and Environment.
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World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Coalition of 160 international companies united by a shared commitment to sustainable development. Aims to provide business leadership, policy development, best practices, and global outreach to catalyze sustainable development, eco-efficiency, and corporate social responsibility.
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World Environment Center
Non-advocacy organization works with the private sector, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and academia to advance progress in sustainable development. Encourages environmental leadership, improves health and safety practices, and fosters efficient use of natural resources.
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World Resources Institute
Environmental research and policy organization works with governments and non-governmental organizations to protect the Earth's climate and ecosystems and reduce waste. Offers access to information regarding natural resources and the environment.
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Worldwatch Institute
Public interest research organization that provides information on global environmental, social, and economic trends. Publishes its annual flagship books State of the World and Vital Signs, as well as WorldWatch magazine, white papers, and CD-ROMs.
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World Wildlife Fund
Public interest organization seeks to halt the degradation of natural environments. Active in political advocacy, action campaigns, and educational programs pertaining to forest preservation, international wildlife treaties, climate change, clean water, endangered species, and toxic chemicals.
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ALUMINUM ASSOCIATIONS
 
Aluminum Association of Canada
Links the Canadian aluminum industry with government authorities, users, and the public. Website features national statistics and information to bring awareness of aluminum's impact on the Canadian economy.
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Australian Aluminum Council
Provides statistics, purchasing contacts, and information about production, extrusion, distribution, and publications pertaining to the Australian aluminum industry. Acts as a focal point on national issues, including climate change, trade, health, and the environment.
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Brazilian Aluminum Association (ABAL)
Represents 100% of the primary aluminum producers and processing companies in Brazil, as well as consumers, service suppliers, and retailers. Offers information on statistics, events, news, online publications, products, and services in Brazil.
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European Aluminum Association
Represents primary aluminum producers and associations of rolled and extruded product manufacturers, remelters and refiners, and foil manufacturers in Europe. Website contains sections on transportation, building, packaging, R&D, statistics, environment, education, standards, and publications.
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International Aluminum Institute
Gateway to the global aluminum industry. Site contains comprehensive information on aluminum history, production, applications, global statistics, news, environment (sustainability, life cycle, recycling, climate change, emissions reductions, health), and links to regional aluminum associations.
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The Aluminum Association, Inc. (USA)
Trade association for U.S. producers of primary aluminum, recyclers, semi-fabricated aluminum products, and suppliers to the industry. Member companies operate about 200 plants in the United States, and many conduct business worldwide.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY AUTHORITIES
 
Australia Environmental Protection Authority
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Brazil’s Environmental Protection Agency (Ibama)
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Environment Agency (United Kingdom)
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Environment Canada
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European Environment Agency
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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