Daily Roundup: September 21, 2009
The Score: Newsweek released an environmental ranking of the largest U.S. companies. Hewlett-Packard earned the top position. Newsweek
Big Eaters: Scientists discovered nine previously unknown species of worms that feed on the cadavers of whales. Science Daily
Beauty and the Beast: Gisele Bundchen was named Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Program. The Brazilian supermodel recently spoke out against Amazon deforestation. Boston Globe and Associated Press
Shore Sighting: To celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day, former "The Hills" star Lauren Conrad cleaned up a Santa Monica beach. Conrad promoted her new fashion merchandizing partnership by collecting the garbage in a Kohl's shopping bag. Examiner
Fish Tour: The Obama administration's Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force released its plan for restoring, managing, and protecting marine habitats. The panel began a multi-city tour to garner feedback from political leaders, environmentalists, and businesses. San Francisco Chronicle and New York Times
--Della Watson
