Dear Friend, We are excited to share with you that Hunter Lovins was just recognized for her tireless efforts to promote sustainability in the business sector. Yesterday, Hunter was awarded the Sustainability Pioneer Award sponsored by the Sustainable Asset Management Group (SAM) and the Sustainable Performance Group (SPG), both of Zurich, Switzerland. Initiated in 2001, the annual award recognizes Hunter as a leader and pioneer in developing, promoting, and implementing the principles of sustainability in the private business sector. Receiving the Sustainability Leadership Award was Yvon Chouinard, founder and owner of outdoor clothing company Patagonia. As an NCS supporter, you already are aware of Hunter’s outstanding, innovative efforts to persuade companies around the world to incorporate sustainability practices and technologies into every aspect of their businesses. This global recognition of her efforts will strengthen the work of NCS. A renowned and independent selection committee of sustainability experts selects the winner from nominations from around the globe. Previous award winners include Ray Anderson (Founder and CEO Interface Inc.), José Maria Figures Olsen (former President of Costa Rica), and Antony Burgmans (Chairman Unilever). For more information about the award click here: http://www.sustainability-award.com/ As always, we appreciate your support. This award is the result of our combined efforts to promote sustainability in all aspects of our communities. All the best, Jeff Hohensee Chief Executive Officer Natural Capitalism Solutions