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Mobile Debut
In our 15th year, Green Map System has a new way to answer the question: "What's Green Nearby?" We are so pleased to introduce an exciting mobile version of our acclaimed Open Green Map that invites you to interact with the world from a unique perspective that is ideal for any internet-enabled phone! Today, we are also debuting the first Green Map iPhone App. In keeping with Green Map System's mission of inclusive participation, this dual launch has the potential to serve a diverse audience at no cost. read more »
Today, people everywhere are seeking meaningful ways to address climate change, overcome a lack of government vision and restore hope for a healthier and greener future. With your donation to Green Map System, 2010 will be a better year for the hundreds of communities around the world which are now – or soon will be – involved in Green Mapmaking. Together, we offer each a new opportunity to create a sustainable future, starting right in their own hometown.
We have offered this opportunity for nearly 15 years – what makes it different now?
First of all, 2009 was a remarkably effective year for us. One key indicator: the number of newly registered projects surged 35% - now another 119 communities have Green Maps in progress!
Our technology took a giant step forward. Through the launch of our Open Green Map platform, we have made it so much easier to publish, share and explore Green Maps. Each of the 7,300 sites mapped to date is open for your viewpoints, assessments and images. Now, the Open Green Map is even available on your mobile phone! We'll be announcing this breakthrough in January but you can give it a whirl today by clicking GreenMap.org on any internet-enabled phone.
We want to help you make the world a better place, too!
• If you are working with teens, we have free modules and mapping strategies that will help them plug in to climate-healthy energy uses and empower them as citizens and leaders.
• If you are seeking model best practices , the Open Green Map offers a quick way to compare how diverse green sites are making change happen – click open the 'info-window' on any site, then 'connections' and 'related sites' for nearby and worldwide insights.
• Seeking ways to spur community engagement with remarkably beneficial outcomes? Download our 2009 book at GreenMap.org/impacts, and explore articles by media worldwide. Of course, GreenMap.org has downloadable Green Maps provided by local project leaders, our global Blog and Store.
• If you are ready to join our network of city agencies, NGOs and grassroots groups, schools and social entrepreneurs who are using Green Mapmaking to create a powerful vision of change in your community, click Participate and lead the way.
With '2020 Hindsight' looming into focus, make 2010 your year of action, starting today. Be part of the change you want to see in the world and support Green Map System!
Our world is a beautiful place. Join us in telling its story from your place in the world, and help everyone see it that wayread more »
Today, as climate negotiations move toward an uncertain conclusion in Copenhagen, we at Green Map System remain certain about this:
Sustainable, climate healthy communities are up to each of us!
We don't need to wait for world governments to act. By creating, using and acting on information contained on Green Maps, each individual and each community can take part in reducing impacts and living a greener, richer life today. read more »
Engaging Communities Worldwide!read more »
All Green Map project leaders are invited to blog at GreenMap.org/news, where you can quickly enjoy some of the latest activities and impacts. Here are some highlights from our Blog's front page:
Copenhagen: Green Map System and Green Mapmakers are presenting our practical, community building approaches at several events and meetings during COP15, the UN climate conference.
Get our Give More-Get More Campaign off to a Great Start!
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Green Map System is taking part in an exciting challenge right now! You can help us with as little as $10. We'll receive $15, thanks to a 50% match by Global Giving and our Board! read more »
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Changing the Climate for Social Change
This is the season of climate awareness as the United Nations convenes on this critical issue. Today marks the start of Climate Week in our hometown, New York City. Around the world, people of all backgrounds are stepping up their 'habit change' to reduce the speed of climate change. What does this mean to Green Map System and our global network? read more »
Green Map Impacts
We are delighted to announce that our new book, Green Map Impacts, is now available. Featuring fascinating illustrated narratives by local Green Mapmakers in 10 countries, this colorful book shows how the outcomes our work reach far beyond the map's borders and deep into the community, all around the world! read more »
Map Social, Celebrate Local! Open Green Map's Global Launch is June 5th!
Join us in New York on Friday, June 5 from 6-8:30PM at NYU's King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center, 53 Washington Square South. There are events on 5 continents you can take part in! read more »
Green Map's Earth Month News
With signs of spring popping up everywhere and many 'calls to action' for Earth Day, Green Map System is especially busy with public events this season. We hope you will come see us in New York City or Washington DC, or participate in other events along with our global Green Mapmaking partners (see details below). read more »
Green Map projects unite communities! We'd like to share with you this moving story recently published in The Havana Times:
…“Driven by the philosophy that ‘little by little, things get done,’ the group [Red Mapa Verde Cuba - Green Map Cuba Network] has accomplished a number of things, such as preventing a neighboring agricultural cooperative from irrigating their crops with polluted lake water, eliminating small garbage dumps, and putting a stop to the practice of burning off sugarcane before harvest-time. read more »
