From August 4th-October 3rd 2008, with the aim of curbing global warming as much as possible and keeping the earth "cool", we are calling for ideas from around the world for reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

Based on the innovative ideas we receive, prototype projects will be conducted in Japan to establish models for reducing emissions. The results of these projects will be reported to the global community in the hope that this will promote further innovation towards reducing CO2 emissions.

If you are interested, please contribute your ideas and support the world for reducing CO2 emissions!

For more information and how to enter the contest, please visit our website.
http://eco.goo.ne.jp/topics/cooltheearth2008/english/index.html

<About Contest Prizes>
For each of four entry divisions, one special prize is awarded. A grand prize is then awarded to one of the special prize winners.
●Grand Prize:300,000 yen
●Special Prizes:50,000yen
（$1=108.08 Yen Currency in 9/2/2008）

<About Entry Divisions>
-Business Division
Ideas for new business models which contribute to reducing CO2 emissions.
-Governmental System/Policy Division
Ideas to establish systems and policies which can be utilized by national or local governments.

We have constructed Facebook page to exchange information with people who are interested in this contest. Please check out our Facebook site and welcome to become a fan!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cool-the-Earth-Contest/22415394663?ref=ts

About organizer of this contest:
Eco Business Creation Association
http://www.japanfs.org/en/newsletter/200706-2.html

Sincerely,
Staff from "Cool the Earth"
Shiro Hosojima/Shoko Sugasawa
cooltheearth@japanfs.org