WHAT: Universal Orlando Resort is joining with its parent company NBC Universal to host “Green Is Universal,” a week dedicated to raising awareness of environmental issues and showcasing ways that companies and individuals can positively impact the environment.  Activities coast-to-coast include special “green-focused” programming on NBC and NBC Universal cable networks; educational public service announcements; “eco-fairs” for employees and consumers; and other events.  The “Green Is Universal” initiative runs from November 5-10. 

MEDIA EVENT: Universal Orlando will debut a ground-breaking initiative unique to the theme park industry as part of its ongoing commitment to sound environmental practices.  A week-long schedule of environmentally-driven special events for theme park guests and employees will also be announced.  That schedule will culminate in a special GreenFest at Universal CityWalk. 

WHERE:  Universal Orlando Resort – CityWalk Plaza

WHEN:  Monday, November 5, 2007 at 10 a.m.
           (Media Check-In and Set-Up Begins at 9 a.m.)

INTERVIEW/PHOTO OPS: Actress/Environmental Activist Wendie Malick, Star of NBC TV’s “Just Shoot Me” and Bill Davis, President & Chief Operating Officer, Universal Orlando Resort

MEDIA RSVP: Meara Lyons – Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations, (407) 224-6240, meara.lyons@universalorlando.com

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