Nobel Charitable Trust board candidate list includes high‑profile political figures and royalty

NOBEL CHARITABLE TRUST ”Thinking About the Environment and Technology” * Unauthorized use of information, postings and distributions are strictly prohibited. For information, please contact the Nobel Charitable Trust at info@nobelcharitabletrust.org The Nobel Charitable Trust 1 Vision ”We envisage a world in which alternative, renewable and sustainable energy sources will be freely accessible to all members of society. A world in which solutions have been found and successfully implemented to meet the present and future needs whilst avoiding environmental threats. Mission ”Nobel Charitable Trust seek to encourage and push forward the development and use of products, procedures, research and initiative within the domain of renewable and sustainable energy in order to fulfil our vision and to create general awareness of this matter” Nobel Charitable Trust Scholarship The scholarship shall be awarded at every award ceremony to the person or persons who, have shown the most inventive and effective development or discoveries within the fields of alternative, renewable and or sustainable energy. Candidates are most likely to be found amongst young researchers and inventors from all over the world. Companies, organisations, politicians and others could also be candidates so long as they fulfil the criteria above and, of course, that their efforts are available for the benefit of all mankind. A scholarship committee with seven members will make the selection for the winner of the scholarship. The members will be national and international experts on sustainability Persons eligible to receive the NCT Scholarship will be limited to selected young researchers. The scholarship will be awarded at every award ceremony , with the first award to be granted in 2012 (tentative) The winner will receive, in addition to the recognition and honour bestowed by the scholarship, a cash prize . 1 Nobel Charitable Trust 2 Purpose of Efforts ◆Contributing to the stable preservation of our planet and the development of our environment through sustainable energy resources by providing grants to efforts in the fields of natural conservation, natural resources and energy, education, culture and other relevant areas. ◆Support activities to improve children’s environments and education conditions and provide learning experiences around the world as children will bear the future of energy. Description of Activities Engage in activities such as disclosing information on environmental improvement, formation of a fund division, obtaining support from researchers in the field of environmental improvement, providing grants to corporations, organizing environment forums and expos etc. Promote exchange of information by networking with charity organizations. Seek and review support members amongst organizations and corporations, and work to expand networks and disclose information relating to environmental improvement mainly throughout East Asia. Establishing Certificates of Merits and NCT Awards for Fields in Environmental Technology, Contribution to Society, Environmental Design, Renewable/Alternative/Sustainable Energy With recommendations from a qualified committee, various awards will be granted to individuals and/or organizations who have attained the best achievements or most practical inventions in the above fields. (Selection from 4 Categories – Politician, Researcher, Artists, Corporations) ◆Awards shall be granted at every selection ceremony. A medal/certificate /scholarship will be awarded in accordance with the various awards. ◆Individuals Candidates will be selected from around the world – Scientist who have made a contribution through sciences, politicians who have made a contribution through policies, artists who have made a contribution through the arts. ◆Organizations: Candidates will be selected from around the world - When an organizations or corporation that have made a contribution through their products has been selected, such invention (product) shall be granted with the NCT accreditation mark.. ◆NCT is a non-profit organization and has no connection to any political organization, corporations or government agencies. Grants 1. Grants to researches and projects relating to water, natural resources and energy 2. Grants to researches in natural conservation, education, culture and other relevant areas. 3. Grants to projects that educate the younger generation on environmental, educational and cultural issues. 4. Grants to researches and projects in the above fields conducted in foreign countries, especially in developing countries. 5. Other projects necessary for NCT to fulfill its objectives. Services to Members ● Distribution of The “Nobel Family”, a monthly web mail service. ● Providing consulting, information and education on technologies for environmental improvement ● Information on seminars and other events hosted by NCT 2 The Nobel Charitable Trust 3 NCT’s Board Members (The Nobel Family Society) The Nobel Family Society is a private society of which only the descendants of Immanuel Nobel, father of Robert, Ludvig and Alfred Nobel, are eligible as members. The 4 Nobels of the Nobel Family Society below are NCT’s founders and board members. Nobel Family Society Members Michael Nobel Born in 1940 Chairman of NCT Asia, Former Chairman of NCT Switzerland 2007-2009/former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Nobel Family Society /former Chairman of the Appeal of the Peace Prize Laureates Foundation. Michael obtained his PH D. in pyschopedagogy from the University of Lausanne. He is knowledgeable in the fields of economics and environmentology, has deep ties with Japanese Universities and has been honored with many awards. Gustaf Nobel Born in1950 Appointed Chairman of NCT in Switzerland in Jan.2009.. After studies at University of Lund, Sweden, in marketing and economics he started his career as an international businessman working in more than 15 countries all over the world. Over the last 8 years he has become very much involved in environmental projects and renewable energy solutions, as well as recycling of refuse, and is an authority in the field. Peter Nobel Born in 1953 Trustee of NCT in Switzerland. Peter is a graduate with MSc in Material Science and Engineering from The Royal Institute in Stockholm. Peter is a well-known businessman and entrepreneur. A major part of his experience relates to energy associating product programs, product and technology development activities targeting environmental concerned segments. Peter works extensively with supporting clean technologies for environmental improvements and energy saving programs. Philip Nobel Born in 1970 Trustee of NCT in Switzerland. In Switzerland Philip studied marketing and economics. He then moved to the Bahamas in 2006 and is currently actively involved in environmental issues all throughout the Caribbean islands; he’s an active member of the Bahamas National Trust as well as the Nature Conservancygroup whose aims are to preserve and to improve the natural environment of the islands and its surrounding waters. 3 Nobel Charitable Trust 4 Membership Structure Preparatory Committee NCT Organization Phase 1 Founders Honorary Directors Board of Directors 20 10 Representatives of the Founders: Board of Advisory 10 Michael Nobel Board of Trustees 10 Mom Luang Rajadarasri Jayankura Office Staff 6 Members Regular Members 80 members 1 year Membership based on recommendations and donations Support Members Corporate 1 year Annual membership fee Individuals 1 year Annual membership fee Honorary Members 20 members Membership based on recommendations from regular members Support Members will be corporations, organizations, municipalities and public entities that support NCT’s objectives and activities. Corporate Membership will be based on business units, where HQ, branch offices and factories all acquire separate membership. Board Members ●Michael Nobel, a member of the Nobel Family Society, shall be NCT’s chairperson. ●Candidates for board members include Prince Charles, the 45 th Vice President of the United States, Al Gore, Hubert Hermes, Crown Prince Abdulla of Saudi Arabia, Prince Ruport Lowenstein, the 42 nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton, and other prominent figures who can address the quintessence of environmental issues. (Photos below:★ are confirmed, ●are candidates) Candidates for Board Members 佐々木正シャープ前社長 ● Sim Farar ソフトバンク顧問 野口健藤原紀香倉本聰毛利衛桜井和寿イルカ ★ Jenie Kang Director WM Welfare Foundation ISF of YPO International Member ★ HRH Prince Faisal bin Turki Al-Faisal Founder of GSSI ★ Mom Luang Rajadarasri Jayankura Great Great Granddaughter of His Majesty, King Rama IV of Thailand 54th U.S. Representative to the United Nations underthe Clinton Administration ※Pictures are all images ●Nancy Davis Rickel Chairman of Nancy Davis Foundation 4 4