KONE Becomes First Company to Reach Highest Energy Efficiency Rating for its Elevators

ESPOO, Finland, July 28, 2010 – KONE, an innovative leader in the elevator and escalator industry, has
become the very first company in its industry to reach the A class energy
rating from the VDI 4707 classification rating for its KONE MonoSpace(R)
elevators*. The A class rating is the best rating that can be given under the
VDI [...]

Escapade Stocks Official Karate Kid Costumes in Time for Film Release

LONDON, July 28, 2010 – Escapade, fancy dress suppliers, has introduced the officially licensed
Karate Kid costumes to its stock listings to coincide with the release of the
remake of the 1980s cult classic.

To celebrate the launch of the film, Escapade is stocking the officially
licensed fancy dress (www.escapade.co.uk/) costumes from the 1980s
film, [...]

Jumeirah Essex House Announces Exclusive Canine Turndown Program

DUBAI, UAE, July 28, 2010 – Jumeirah Essex House has announced the launch of the iconic hotel's first
ever Canine Turndown Program designed to pamper even the most discerning
four-legged guests.

Jumeirah Essex House has partnered with doggie designer to the stars, Amy
Kizer of the highly-acclaimed Wagwear New York City boutique, to create
luxurious [...]

Seoul to Install Over 100 EV Chargers to Promote Eco-Friendly Electric Vehicles

SEOUL, South Korea, July 28, 2010 – The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to install more than 100 EV
charging points until the end of this year.

"We are establishing advanced operation system to compete with EV
charging infrastructure established in other advanced cities," said Director
Lee In-Keun for Air Quality Management Division at the [...]

Seoul, Named a UNESCO City of Design Designation Expected to Upgrade the City’s Brand

SEOUL, South Korea, July 28, 2010 – Seoul was appointed a UNESCO City of Design as of July 20, 2010. The
designation is in appreciation of the city's abundant cultural heritage and
creative potentials as well as its strong pursuit of diverse design policies.
The U.N. agency also highly evaluated the city's potential to help developing
countries with [...]

BSR Report Reveals Business Opportunities in Tackling Sustainable Consumption

SAN FRANCISCO, July 28, 2010 – BSR's latest report examines the newest frontier of sustainability,
outlining the opportunities for companies to deliver value to customers,
society, and the planet by promoting sustainable consumption-an economic and
social system that allows all individuals to meet their basic needs without
disrupting the planet's healthy ecosystems.

"For years, sustainable [...]