Where it's Greener
Cities across the U.S. have at last realized the need to take action against global warming. Implementing some of the most innovative, far-ranging environmental programs and plans for residents and, in particular, business owners, the 10 cities featured here have earned themselves a rightful place on Entrepreneur's sustainability map.
Seattle
Population: 594,210
LEED -Certified* Buildings: 46
More Than 800: Number of mayors who've pledged to meet or beat Kyoto Protocol targets since 2005, when Seattle's mayor, Greg Nickels, launched the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
Ecotuesday: Eco-minded businesspeople meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month (ecotuesday.com).
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