St. Louis, MO- This month, America’s Central Port, along with the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association (RCGA) and 80 other stakeholder organizations, participated in the roll-out of the St. Louis Greenprint 2012. The St. Louis Greenprint 2012 (Greenprint) is a plan to help grow the St. Louis regional green economy. Throughout 2011, the RCGA gathered with working teams comprised of businesses, civic, and institutional leaders, including input and representation from America’s Central Port, to plot a path toward green economic growth. Through meetings and workshops, the RCGA and its working teams developed a set of long-term objectives and a series of near-term …

St. Louis, MO- December 6 -During ceremonies held earlier today, the St Louis Regional Commerce and Growth Association (RCGA) presented their annual 2011 Green Challenge Awards to area businesses, institutions and organizations. Dennis Wilmsmeyer, Executive Director of America’s Central Port was present to accept the award on behalf of the Port’s participation in this year’s program. Sixty nine business participants compiled a scorecard of requirements to form “green” teams, reduce waste, conserve water and energy, improve indoor air quality, and provide clean transportation options. 75% of these teams completed a written set of sustainability guidelines and nearly two-thirds adopted a …