Officially ringing in NASDAQs Opening Bell this Monday was Global Change Associates Chairman and Founder, Peter Fusaro and guests. The ceremony is NASDAQs way of recognizing Mr. Fusaro and Global Change Associates for their work in bridging financial companies and sustainable environmental projects. David Wicks, Vice President of NASDAQ OMX, introduces Mr. Fusaro as a leader in this industry. [David Wicks, Vice President of NASDAQ OMX] Peter has become a thought leader and advisor to both the private and public sectors alike across the globe As for the transition to the green economy, Mr. Fusaro says four pillars are needed for this change. [Peter Fusaro, Chairman of Global Change Associates] Theres really a lot of work to be done. The first thing that needs to be done is that we need to move the cleaner technology into the market. Second is that we need deployment of that through engineering solutions. Thirdly we need finance. Fourthly, most importantly we need education This ceremony is also a prelude to The Eighth Annual Wall Street Green Trading Summit, which will be held on April 1st and 2nd at The Times Center, and like the NASDAQ MarketSite Tower, is a green building. Anna Chan, NTD, New York Anna Chan