leading networks
There are some great sources of inspiration out there. Here’re a few of our favourite groups, databases and sites.
Compass Network
All over the world, thousands of us are communicating on issues of sustainable development: from recycling to corporate responsibility to fair trade.
The Compass Network is a global exchange for knowledge and creativity in sustainability communications. It's a place to share, to learn and to meet like-minded people working towards a sustainable world.
CSR Chicks
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/csr-chicks
Don’t take the name too seriously! Anyone can join this vibrant Yahoo group. Orignally based in London, Corporate Social Responsibility 'chicks' now has over 4,000 members around the world – watch out for the bi-monthly drinks nights too!
Sponge
Sponge is network for those interested in sustainability and the built environment. It’s packed with cutting-edge information and debate on sustainability – and that’s not all: they also organise excellent events!
Green Drinks
Wherever you are in the world, you’re never far from a Green Drinks night. Green Drinks is active in hundreds of cities on six continents. Whether you’re into tea or tequila, cognac or coffee, Green Drinks is always a great place to meet new people and have a good environmental chin-wag.
Smart Planet
This is a fantastic green news and innovation site with a lively style, message boards and more.
United Nations Green Gallery
www.unep.fr/pc/sustain/advertising/ad/ad_list.asp?cat=all
The most recent examples of sustainability advertising from around the world. Like a YouTube for our industry.
Quite a lot are pretty funny too.
Ecorazzi
Hot green celebrity gossip. Go on, you know you want to.
Style Will Save Us
OK, so it's not strictly a network. But it is one of the best places to find out about ethical fashion and all things eco-glamorous. If you're going to save the world, you might as well do it style.