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Not just a pretty face
Brad Pitt pledges millions for sustainable rebuilding of New Orleans |
Joseph Romm |
26 Sep 2007 |
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| Brad turns out to be as serious (on climate) as he is good looking. He came to the first CGI as an observer, not a speaker. But today he announced a major commitment: Brad Pitt expanded his commitment to New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward today by announcing plans for a new community of homes in the area hardest-hit by the worst natural disaster in American history. He is partnering with Steve Bing in creating the 150 affordable and sustainable homes, which are t ... |
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| Topics: celebrity, green building, Louisiana, placemaking, urban planning (all these topics) |
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