Earth Council Geneva nominates Dr. Giovanni Eduardo Picone as a new board member

Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - Earth Council Geneva (ECG) is proud to
announce that Dr. Giovanni Eduardo Picone is joining its ranks as a
new Board member, working with other distinguished members such as
Musaed Al Saleh, Lucas Assunçao, José-Maria Figueres, Christine
Novakovic, Mohammed Sahnoun, Paul Stern and Chairman Reto Braun.

Giovanni Picone comes from an impressive background, having
graduated from the University of Naples /Italy with a Degree in Law,
and practicing as an attorney since 1986, as well as being admitted
to the ranks of Special Attorneys in 2004. Dr. Picone is listed in
the National Register of Journalists, and has worked with major
newspapers such as "IL POPOLO", "IL CORRIERE DELLO SPORT", and "IL
MATTINO". He authored several books on a variety of topics including
art, history and fiction. He is a member of the Commission of
Cultural initiatives of the Council of the Bar of Naples since 2008.

Since 2006 Dr. Picone has been president of the Earth Council
Italia. On behalf of the Earth Council Organizations he obtained
"Observer Status" to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)

Dr. Picone is a member of the International Commission under the
patronage of the United Nations for the protection of the environment
and the study of biodiversity and climate change. He has been legal
representative for the American firms TESCF and FOJF, which, focusing
primarily on human rights and humanitarian activities, provides
insight to Dr. Picone's social interests and responsibilities.

Chairman Reto Braun said "Dr. Picone is a valuable addition and a
very welcome asset to the Earth Council Geneva. He brings a wealth of
experience and an excellent perspective to the organization."

Earth Council Geneva (ECG) is a Non Profit, Non Government
Organization founded in 2002. Initially ECG helped to raise world-
wide awareness of environmental issues through state-of-the-art e-
learning courses with students in over 80 countries. The organization
now is focusing on providing fresh water to needy children in
underdeveloped countries. The partnership with IMC (International
Medical Corps)is making it possible to implement such projects.

For more information: www.earthcouncil-geneva.com

Contact:
Earth Council Geneva
Reto Braun
Chairman
Phone: +41/41/712'13'51
E-Mail: reto.braun@earthcouncil.com