WINSLOW ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS

In This Issue: 5/14/2008

GREEN TRANSPORTATION

MAIN ARTICLE: Riding The Green Wave

Transportation is such a large contributor to this country's climate burden that it will be a necessity for the U.S. to tackle transportation emissions as one of the first steps in any comprehensive plan to reduce our national carbon footprint. Some changes will be relatively easy, but others may be extremely difficult and complex, and some solutions will definitely require new technology. In this edition of WEN, Elizabeth Levy explores the carbon emission impacts of various modes of transportation, and some alternatives and innovations that could help reduce those impacts.

MARKETBEAT: Driving Transparency

In April's Marketbeat Jack Robinson extols the virtues of increased corporate disclosure of carbon emissions, and compares the performance of transportation companies that participate in the Carbon Disclosure Project versus those that do not.

FEATURED COMPANY: FirstGroup - Mass Green Transit

If you've ever been stuck behind a bus in traffic or walked past one idling at curbside, the words "environmentally friendly" are probably not the first that come to mind. But now the world's largest passenger transport company is making bus and train travel a whole lot greener.

Plus: A brief analysis of Winslow's own carbon footprint from business travel and commuting, and updates on some of the companies in Winslow's investment universe.

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In This Issue: 1/1/2008

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

The environmental and financial opportunities stemming from improved energy efficiency have never been greater. This issue of WEN takes a look at the range of products and services behind the next wave of energy efficiency solutions.

In our main article, guest columnist Sarah Griffith discusses how her organization, the Consortium for Energy Efficiency, is working to support the development of energy efficiency programs around the country.

MARKETBEAT: The Performance of Efficiency

In this edition of Marketbeat, Jack Robinson discusses how the mainstream investment community is recognizing the financial opportunties behind energy efficiency, as evidenced by the creation - and success - of the Merrill Lynch Energy Efficiency Index.

FEATURED COMPANY: EnerNOC - More Power From Less

What if someone paid you to turn down the A/C or shut off your appliances when you weren't using them? Would you do it? That's the premise behind EnerNOC's "energy demand response" services - and the company's offerings are getting a lot of attention from utilities and businesses looking to conserve energy.

Plus: Another update on climate change policy progress; the launch of the Winslow Green Solutions Fund is announced; and, updates on some of the companies in Winslow's investment universe.

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In This Issue: 11/1/2007

THE GREEN SOLUTIONS ECOSYSTEM

Environmentalism is often defined by problems and crises. However, we at Winslow have observed that for every environmental challenge faced by our society, there are exciting new markets and new companies springing up to provide a green solution. This edition of WEN takes a step back from specific environmental topics, and looks at the broad universe of green solutions now offered.

In our main article, Elizabeth Levy explains how Winslow’s investment team categorizes the green solutions universe.

MARKETBEAT: Green Solutions Investing At Winslow

In this edition of Marketbeat, Matthew Patsky discusses the creation of Winslow’s Green Solutions investment strategy, and how that strategy has performed since its 2003 inception.

FEATURED COMPANY: First Solar - Here Comes The Sun

While the solar power market is growing rapidly, growth is still constrained due to the fact that scarcity of solar-grade polysilicon prevents most manufacturers from offering solar power systems at competitive prices. However, one company, First Solar, has developed a unique solar technology based on materials other than polysilicon –as a result, it has achieved an enviable cost-position in the industry.

Plus: Another update on climate change policy progress; stories from abroad as Matthew Patsky returns home from his trip to fair trade and organic farms in Mexico; and, updates on some of the companies in Winslow’s investment universe.

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In This Issue: 7/1/2007

NEW RULES OF THE GAME - Trends in Curbing Toxic Chemical Use

Rachel Carson's groundbreaking book, Silent Spring, shed light on the impact of toxic chemicals in our environment, led to the banning of DDT, and helped justify the creation of the EPA. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of her birth this year, WEN takes a fresh look at some new trends helping to curb chemical use in products.
In our main article, Elizabeth Levy reviews the various ways that control of toxic chemical use is being improved - from new EU regulations shifting the burden of proof of safety back to manufacturers, to major retailers that are self-regulating their supply chains and demanding cleaner products.

MARKETBEAT: Chemically Enhanced Performance

Poor management of chemical use in products can generate terrifying health risks - and unnecessary investment risks. In this article Jack Robinson details some of the most recent actions of regulators and corporations to reduce such risks, and reveals some interesting comparisons between the investment performance of companies with stronger and weaker management of their chemical liabilities.

FEATURED COMPANY: Unigene Laboratories - Peptide Promise

Many pharmaceuticals are manufactured using complex chemical synthesis, which typically uses large amounts of toxic organic chemicals that can generate hazardous byproducts and contaminate both air and groundwater. One company, Unigene Laboratories, has developed a unique peptide-based drug production process, that virtually eliminates toxic impact, and greatly increases production efficiencies. Their first major product targets osteoporosis, a disease with devastating consequences, and does so without generating the frightening side effects of other leading osteoporosis treatments. Ellen Pfeifer contributes a profile of this pharmaceutical innovator.

Plus: An update on climate change policy progress, both in the U.S. and abroad; an announcement regarding the UK closed-end fund co-managed by Winslow and Jupiter Asset Mgmt.; and updates on some of the companies in Winslow's investment universe.

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Recycling, Revisited 4/1/2007
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Green Energy 3.0: This Time, It Is Different 1/1/2007
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The Changing Face Of The Organic Foods Industry 10/1/2006
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Buildings For A Greener Planet 7/1/2006
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Conservation: Kick Start Our Oil Independence 4/1/2006
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Climate Change: Has The Time Come To Act? 1/1/2006
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Obesity: Americans Starting To Heed The Word 10/1/2005
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Banking On The Environment 7/1/2005
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Corporate Governance 101 4/1/2005
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Weighing Water's Worth 1/1/2005
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Climate Change: Serious Implications For Investors 10/1/2004
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The Internet And The Environment 7/1/2004
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Green Printing Solutions // Healthy Eating Stocks 4/1/2004
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Green Investments vs Greenwashing 1/1/2004
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The Science Of Climate Change 10/1/2003
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New Green Screening Techniques For Stocks and Bonds 7/1/2003
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ISO 14000 Environmental Benchmarking 4/1/2003
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Politics & Green Energy // Cancer & The Environment 1/1/2003
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