Blue Ridge Electric Book Donations To Help Schools Celebrate Earth Day

For Immediate Release

Contact: Renee Whitener, Director of Public Relations, Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, (828) 758-2383, Ext. 3213; Pager: 1-800-471-1323; or E-mail: Renee Whitener

Lenoir, North Carolina (April 10, 2007) – Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is continuing its tradition of donating environmentally-themed books to local elementary schools in celebration of Earth Day 2007, being held on
April 22.

This year, 39 elementary schools in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes and Avery counties will be receiving the free books for young readers. “Endangered Planet,” written by David Burnie, provides a timely examination of the state of the earth’s ecosystems and how humans influence every natural habitat on the planet. Burnie is an accomplished zoologist and natural history author and editor.

In order to find appropriate and appealing books for students, Blue Ridge Electric asks local school media center directors for recommendations for books for their students and then compares suggested titles with national teacher reviews and scholastic recommendations.

Protecting and preserving the environment has been a long standing commitment for Blue Ridge Electric. From helping students learn about their environment to educating our members on energy conservation, Blue Ridge Electric has always strived to be a good steward of the environment. Participating in Earth Day celebrations with the schools helps demonstrate this commitment.

Blue Ridge Electric serves over 70,000 members in northwest North Carolina.