GNA Teams With REthink to Launch Carbon Management Strategies

SANTA MONICA, CA - December 2, 2009 - Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) in partnership with REthink Development announces the launch of a new joint venture, Carbon Management Strategies. Carbon Management Strategies offers a unique blend of expertise designed to assist clients as they endeavor to understand and effectively reduce emissions related to transportation, energy use, buildings and the built environment, and manufacturing and production.

“The partnership behind Carbon Management Strategies was formed in response to the recent changes we’ve seen in the economic and regulatory landscape, especially those that have taken center stage over the past twelve months,” said Erik Neandross, CEO of GNA. “A spotlight on greenhouse gas emissions, regulatory considerations and customer demands for lower carbon operations are now forcing our clients to really understand their footprint and what tools are available to minimize the environmental impact of their business practices.”

“It’s certainly a challenge, but one we’ve been strategically preparing to tackle for years,” confirmed Greg Reitz, Founder and Principal of REthink Development. “We find that companies with a proactive approach towards sustainable operations not only are doing the right thing for the environment, but also place themselves on the fast track towards increased efficiencies and cost-savings. It’s truly rewarding to create win-win scenarios for our clients in ways they may not have previously considered.”

Carbon Management Strategies enables transportation, commercial and industrial organizations to position themselves as climate and industry leaders by strategically transitioning carbon risks and liabilities into performing assets. Clients are provided with a comprehensive approach towards the development and implementation of effective global warming emission reduction plans. Each side of the consulting team offers over 15 years of experience and has worked on a variety of projects throughout the United States including those focused on:

Low carbon transportation technologies, management systems, and fuels for fleets, industries, municipalities and supply chains;
Green building and green operations for new and existing buildings, facilities, and campuses;
Renewable energy generation and utilization for buildings, manufacturing and vehicles;
Strategies and technologies for improved manufacturing efficiency.

Carbon Management Strategies has provided environmental and emission reduction consulting to a variety of industry-leading organizations including:

Ambrose Hotel
BMW
BP Alternative Energy
California Cartage Company
City of Los Angeles
City of Phoenix
City of Santa Monica
City of Vernon
City of West Hollywood
ConocoPhillips
County of Los Angeles
Culver City
Daimler Trucks North America
Environmental Defense
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Los Angeles Convention Center
Mar Ventures
Natural Resources Defense Council
P&O Nedlloyd
Playa Vista
Port Authority of New York New Jersey
Port of Long Beach
Port of Los Angeles
Santa Monica Big Blue Bus
Sempra Energy
Southern California Gas Company
Sysco Foods
United Parcel Service (UPS)
United States Army
Village Homes
The Walt Disney Company
Waste Management

Additional information about Carbon Management Strategies, including headlines, reports, and resources from the areas of climate change, environmental policy and sustainability, may be found on the company website, located at www.carbonms.com.

About GNA
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) is one of the nation’s leading environmental consulting firms specializing in emission reduction, energy and transportation policy, carbon management, and market development for clean, alternative fuel and efficient vehicle technologies. GNA works with business, government and communities to expand markets for environmentally friendly products and services and to develop strategies and raise awareness about projects and technologies that promote sustainable communities. Over the last 15 years, GNA has successfully secured over $175 million on behalf of its clients and the multiple clean energy and transportation technology projects on which it has collaborated. GNA has received funding for more than 95% of all applications they have submitted and offers an unparalleled record of success in this arena.

About Rethink Development
REthink Development is an innovative consulting company focused on leveraging green building practices, high performance building technologies and renewable energy to build higher value, healthier, and more environmentally sound communities, workplaces, and industry for the future. REthink Development implements the right technology, design, innovation, and market positioning to improve the environmental, social, and economic performance of built assets. REthink applies its expertise to improving the operation of existing assets and to enhancing the design of future projects. REthink's approach drives profitability upwards while improving the economic, social, and environmental bottom line ("triple bottom line") for all immediate and extended stakeholders.

Contacts:
Erik Neandross, 310-853-8553, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Greg Reitz, 310-253-9131, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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