Choose Environmental Excellence Debuts in St. Louis Choose Environmental Excellence ­ Gateway Region, a new not-for-profit organization promoting Simple Steps to improve our environment, is now operating in the St. Louis region. The organization is a coalition of local businesses, government, schools and private citizens acting together to heighten awareness of a range of environmental issues to help improve our environment. Its outreach efforts include a membership program, Web site, newsletters, awards program and more, all geared to generate commitment to environmental excellence within our community. Businesses in our region that have demonstrated their commitment to environmental excellence will be honored at the first annual awards dinner, to be held June 5, 2000. For more information contact 314/772-8787 or www.ceegr.org

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