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CA Technologies Celebrates 6th Annual Green Weeks

Employees from the Atlanta office of CA Technologies took time out of their normal business day to volunteer at the Chattahoochee River to give back to the community.

'Going Green' and being environmentally responsible is no easy task -- it takes
dedication, commitment and hard work to be a part of something bigger than yourself.

Inspiring environmental awareness and dedicating time to lend a helping hand is something that resonates well with the employees of CA Technologies. A few weeks ago, the Atlanta office, shut down their computers and put their work on hold, to head out to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is rich in natural and human history, each influenced by the river’s pervasive force. For centuries people have been drawn to the river for a sources of water, food, transportation and in more recent times for power to sustain the mills, factories and homes built along its banks. Also, wild plants and animals, native to the area, are abundant in the park.

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Employees spent the morning cleaning up the park and walking along the river bank to pick up trash to keep the river and environment safe for wildlife. This day on the river was spent celebrating CA Technologies annual Green Weeks initiative, where employees from other offices participated in volunteer activities across the U.S. including Atlanta, GA; Ewing, NJ; Islandia, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; and Tampa, FL.

Green Weeks is part of CA technologies continued commitment to inspire environmental awareness. CA Technologies, senior director of Community Affairs, Erica Christensen said, "We are excited to once again support these environmentally focused projects and applaud our colleagues around the world who are taking time of their work day to give back." First launched in 2008, the initiative has continued to grow, with more than 500 employees participating in more than 40 volunteer activities in 2012.

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CA Technologies is a global corporation with a local commitment -- Working to improve the quality of life in communities where its employees live and work.

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