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Softwood Log Imports to China Slowed in the 4Q/14, But 2014 Was Still a Record Year with the Import Value Surpassing 5.4 Billion Dollars
China is the largest importer of logs in the world and although the log shipments to the country slowed in the 4Q of last year, import volumes hit a record high in 2014, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The import cost of softwood logs in the 4Q/14 was seven percent below the prices seen in the 4Q/13, with the costs for logs from New Zealand and the US having fallen the most. - March 04, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Welspun Renewables' Vice Chairman Vineet Mittal Comments on the Indian Union Budget 2015
"We would like to congratulate the Honorable Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitleyji for offering measures conducive to the growth of the infrastructure sector. Overall it’s a positive budget for the industry. As direct investment in the infrastructure sector will surely lead to increase in... - March 04, 2015 - Welspun Renewables
INDERMICA Oxyderm Wrinkle Cream Featured in Elevate Magazine
Earth Day Special Feature -- “Your Guide to Nixing Toxic Ingredients” - March 03, 2015 - Indermica
Clean Footprint Hires New Director of Administration
Jeff Null appointed as Director of Administration for Florida-based renewable energy company. - February 28, 2015 - Clean Footprint
14 Cleantech Start-Ups Join Clean Energy Trust's Accelerator Class to Compete for $1 Million at 5th Annual Clean Energy Challenge
Clean Energy Trust has selected a promising group of 14 cleantech start-ups from across the Midwest to compete for $1 million in investments at the Clean Energy Trust’s 5th Annual Clean Energy Challenge on April 14. Of the 14 innovative companies battling it out for funding, four focus on... - February 27, 2015 - Clean Energy Trust
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered Two Hypochlorous Acid Water Ionizers to Go Green Enterprise
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed an ECA-1 Hypochlorous acid Ionizer sale to Go Green Enterprise, Tropic, Utah. The Hypochlorous acid production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green technologies for Oil, Gas, Janitorial, and Dairy industries. - February 27, 2015 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
Suzlon Group Successfully Adds 350 MW of Wind Energy Capacity to Meet Brazil’s Growing Energy Demand
Projects of over 350 MW completed across key wind sites in the States of Ceara & Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil; Installed 150 WTGs of S9X make and 18 WTGs of S88 make; The projects will provide electricity to ~0.1 million households in Brazil and will avoid ~0.54 million tonnes of CO2 emissions each year - February 27, 2015 - Suzlon Energy Pvt Ltd
ClimateLaunchpad to Unlock More Than 1,000 New Cleantech Ideas to Tackle Climate Change
Europe's ClimateLaunchpad 2015 is now open for applications. Students, start-ups, entrepreneurs, researchers and employees dreaming of starting their own business are invited to submit their cleantech ideas. All entries are judged on their impact on climate change, their growth potential and on skills and enthusiasm. - February 23, 2015 - Climate-KIC
Log Prices in Western US Fell in the 3Q Because Decreasing Log Exports to Asia
For many years, the sawlog market in Western US has been impacted by the demand for logs and lumber in Asia. With the constant increase in log exports, domestic sawlog prices have more than doubled over the past five years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. However, from the 1Q to 3Q in 2014, this upward trend was broken as log prices fell almost ten percent because of a weakening log export market. - February 16, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Pellet Exports from North America Reached a New Record High in the 3Q/14 Thanks to Higher Shipments to Asia
Asia has become a new market for wood pellet exporters in Western Canada with shipments having increased for six consecutive quarters, while Canadian exports to Europe have fallen substantially during 2014, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review. - February 16, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
F&L Week 2015 Announces Featured Keynote Address by Apu Gosalia, Fuchs Petrolub, on the Sustainability of the Asian Lubricants Industry
An intensive look into the tremendous changes facing the Asian lubricants industry and finding a roadmap forward to success. - February 15, 2015 - F&L Asia Limited
Boone and Watauga County Team Up with Rain Water Solutions for Their Annual Rain Barrel Sale
Protect our water resources by reusing water around the home and landscape. - February 12, 2015 - Rain Water Solutions
ECO Fuel Systems, LLC Working to Help Reduce Carbon Pollution in Indonesia
ECO Fuel Systems, LLC and Hydro Dynamics HHO are working closely with Indonesian companies to help increase fuel efficiency and reduce Jakarta’s high levels of pollution. - February 11, 2015 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
ITW Solar's ERSystems® Roof Mount Solar Sealing and Waterproofing System
ITW Solar’s ERSystems® Promotes Versatile Rooftop Sealing System to Protect and Waterproof Roofs with Roof Mounted Solar Systems at PV System Expo in Tokyo, JP. - February 11, 2015 - ITW Solar
YANMAR Installs First Gas Heat Pump in Canada
YANMAR America is pleased to announce that it has successfully installed its first Gas Heat Pump (GHP) system in Canada at the Toyota Tsusho office in Woodstock, Ontario. This office building installation features a 16 ton (56 kW) outdoor unit, as well as 14 indoor units, including 4-way cassettes,... - February 11, 2015 - YANMAR America
Solamon Announces Bold Strategy; Seeks to Introduce New Solar-Powered Technologies
Solamon Energy Corp. set to augment current market offings with new renewable energy technologies. - February 11, 2015 - Solamon Energy Corp.
SRS & BEI Partner to Develop Enzyme Catalyst Transesterification
SRS and Biodiesel Experts have developed a transesterification system for biodiesel production process that utilizes enzymes efficiently to produce quality biodiesel on any scale. While using high-FFA feedstock, the primary job of the enzyme becomes the conversion of FFA to FAME. The enzymes are able to convert high-FFA feedstock with reaction chemistry into FAME by performing both transesterification and esterification simultaneously. - February 06, 2015 - SRS International Corp.
Welspun Renewables as Lead Sponsorer Supports MNRE’s 1st Renewable Energy Global Investment Summit – RE-INVEST
IPP sponsors India’s largest investor’s summit to be attended by global stakeholders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to inaugurate the Summit on 15th February 2015. - February 06, 2015 - Welspun Renewables
CannaFundr Crowdfunding Platform Delivers Capital to New Frontier Financials
New Frontier Financials of Washington, DC completes seed round through crowdfunding with campaign on CannaFundr.com of Chicago, IL for the first company in the cannabis industry to provide Big Data. - February 03, 2015 - CrowdFundConnect
Skeleton Technologies Appoints Dr. Hermann Schenk as Chief Operating Officer
Skeleton Technologies, the leading European developer of ultracapacitors for motorsport, transport and industrial applications, has appointed Dr. Hermann Schenk as Chief Operating Officer. Dr. Schenk will be responsible for the company’s day-to-day activities, including overseeing the... - February 03, 2015 - Skeleton Technologies
Green Alternative Systems Announces Professional Fleet Conversion to Propane Over DIY Kits
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that they are recommending fleet conversion over DIY kits to interested customers that have discovered the cost-saving and environmentally friendly benefits of using a cleaner burning fuel source. - February 03, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Uptown Solar Launches Nationwide Dealer Program with the Addition of Chris Taylor, VP of Strategic Development
Uptown Solar, a leading provider of residential solar solutions, is excited to announce the nationwide launch of “Uptown Direct,” a nationwide residential solar dealer program. - February 01, 2015 - A Society for Uptown Solar
Solstice Initiative Partners with Next Step Living to Bring Solar Power to Massachusetts Families
Solstice Initiative is partnering with Next Step Living to bring community solar power to Massachusetts households previously unable to access it. Solstice Initiative will recruit and qualify customers to participate in community solar arrays being built across Massachusetts by Next Step Living and its affiliates. Upon activation, these households will see immediate savings on their utility bill by switching to solar. - January 30, 2015 - Solstice Initiative
Investment Potential of Smart Cities: An Indian Perspective
Jan 27, 2015 – Navi Mumbai, India: MarketreportsonIndia.com presents the latest report on “Investment Potential of Smart Cities: An Indian Perspective." The report is first of its kind and will give a whole new perspective about the Smart Cities which are about to come in India. Indian government is planning a huge budget to be spent on the core functions of the Smart City and this report will have you better prepared for the business models coming up in the Smart Cities in India. - January 29, 2015 - Market Reports on India
Green Alternative Systems Announces Fleet Conversion to Natural Gas Can Save $1 on Every Gallon
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that fleet conversion to natural gas can cut costs for businesses, approximately one dollar for every gallon, fueling vehicles for their transportation-based businesses. - January 29, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Durable, Portable and Easy-to-Install PodRoof Steel Shipping Container Roof Kits Now Available in United States
Launched in Australia, PodRoof steel shipping container kits were introduced in the United States in 2014. The PodRoof kit offers a durable and easy-to-install option, made of American galvanized steel, for protecting work areas, creating storage spaces and more. For more information, please visit www.podroof.com/us. - January 28, 2015 - Podroof Inc.
DUECO Inc. Names Jerry Kienast Midwest Region Service Manager
Kienast to Lead Service Operations for the Waukesha, WI and Bourbon, IN Service Regions - January 28, 2015 - Dueco, Inc.
Odyne Systems, LLC Featured in 2015 Ford Alternative Fuel Buyers Guide
Odyne is a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier That Meets Ford Standards for Alternative Fuel Vehicles - January 27, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
New Study Shows 76 Percent of Homeowners Plan to Buy Smart Home Products Smart and Eco-friendly Homes Trend in 2015
According to a new study out, 76% of homeowners plan to take advantage of smart home technology in 2015. - January 27, 2015 - Sabines Home
Wildcat Discovery Technologies DOE Vehicle Technologies Award Generates Promising Si Anode Electrolyte Leads
Wildcat identifies new non-carbonate electrolytes for silicon anodes that outperform carbonate-based solutions. - January 26, 2015 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
YANMAR America Energy Systems to Debut New mCHP Catalog at 2015 AHR EXPO
YANMAR America's Energy Systems division is excited to announce the debut of its brand new mCHP Catalog at next week's 2015 AHR EXPO in Chicago. Visitors to the show are encouraged to stop by booth 5083 to pick up a copy of the catalog. - January 24, 2015 - YANMAR America
The GreenLantern Project of GEG for West Africa
The British company, Green Energy2014 Limited (GEG) will develop non edible and edible crops in the Ivory Coast, Guinea Conakry, and Senegal. - January 21, 2015 - GEG GreenEnergy2014 Limited
Odyne Systems, LLC Approved for Drive Clean Chicago Alternative Fuel Vehicle Voucher Program
Program Covers 80% of Incremental Costs of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles - January 20, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
DUECO Inc. Delivers First Odyne Hybrid System Equipped Trucks to We Energies
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks and cranes for the utility market in the country, has delivered two trucks equipped with Odyne plug-in hybrid systems to We Energies. The Odyne systems are now operating on a... - January 16, 2015 - Dueco, Inc.
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc., to Offer a Dedicated CNG Vehicle and Refueling Unit as a Package
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. (CDP) is pleased to offer BRC FuelMaker® technology, packaged with its Advanced Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicle retro-fit systems. - January 16, 2015 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited - Deals and Alliances Profile
MarketreportsonIndia.com presents the report on "Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited - Power - Deals and Alliances Profile." Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is an Indian nuclear power company. It is engaged in the power generation through atomic power stations and implementation of new atomic power projects. - January 15, 2015 - Market Reports on India
Odyne Systems, LLC Enhances System Engineering and Support Focus
New Patents, Technical Staff Appointments Support Continued Industry Leadership - January 13, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
The Standard Reference Book for Paper and Wood Packaging Technology "Cartons, Crates & Corrugated Board" Publishes New 2nd Edition Through DEStech Publications
DEStech Publications, Inc. announces the publication of the second edition of "Cartons, Crates, and Corrugated Board: Handbook of Paper and Wood Packaging Technology," by Diana Twede, Susan E. M. Selke, Donatien-Pascal Kamdem and David Shires. Used as a textbook worldwide, the first edition quickly became the standard reference for paper and wood packaging technology, the book has now been extensively revised and updated by a team formed by the original authors and two additional authors. - January 12, 2015 - DEStech Publications, Inc
Milholland Solar and Electric Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Milholland Solar & Electric, an Award Winning, BBB A+ rated Solar & Electrical Contractor turns 25 this year. Presently Serving San Diego and Southern California, Milholland Electric Inc remain committed to its many customers for many more years to come. - January 05, 2015 - Milholland Solar & Electric
Living Buddha Celebrated with Meditation and Peace Award
H.H. Buddha Maitreya the Christ and his wife, Mandarava Tara, were jointly conferred the 2014 Dr. Ambedkar International Buddhist Award presented in Nagpur, India. Together they have established the Church of Shambhala Vajradhara Maitreya Sangha and Maitreya Monastery in Kelseyville, California. - December 24, 2014 - Church of Shambhala Vajradhara Maitreya Sangha Monastery
The Wood Fiber Costs for the World’s Hardwood Pulp-Producing Mills Have Declined in 2014
Reduced pulpwood prices in Sweden, Russia, Brazil and Australia in the 3Q/14 resulted in the lowest Hardwood Fiber Price Index (HFPI) since 2009, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. With mixed price trends for softwood fiber, the Softwood Fiber Price Index (SFPI) has been fairly stable the past two years. - December 20, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Climaveneta Says Energy Efficiency and Reduced CO2 Emissions is Not a Mirage
The Sheraton Mirage Resort and Spa has just been shortlisted at CIBSE Award, in UK. - December 20, 2014 - climaveneta
Cleantech Startups to Compete for up to $1 Million in Prize Funding at Clean Energy Challenge
Clean Energy Trust is launching its 5th annual Clean Energy Challenge, a nationally acclaimed accelerator program and pitch competition that has helped jumpstart more than 60 cleantech startups in the Midwest. On April 14, 2015, Clean Energy Trust will award a record total of $1 million in... - December 19, 2014 - Clean Energy Trust
SolarCraft and Enphase Energy Help Liberty School Cut Energy Costs with Solar Power
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft has completed the construction of a 44.7 kW solar electric system at Liberty School in the rolling hills of West Petaluma, CA. The installation of the solar photovoltaic array will reduce the school’s carbon footprint and save thousands of dollars in energy costs for years to come. - December 18, 2014 - SolarCraft
Wood Pellet Exports from North America to Europe Plateaued During the 1H/2014 with Canadian Shipments Declining and Exports from the US South Continuing Upward
Pellet shipments from the US and Canada to Europe have gone in opposite directions in 2014, with the shipments from the US South being up ten percent from the 4Q/13 to the 2Q/14, and Canadian volumes declining 25% during the same period, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. The new expanding markets for pellet producers in Western Canada have instead been Japan and South Korea. - December 18, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Sawlog Prices Fell Worldwide in the 3Q with the Biggest Declines Seen in Europe
The Global Sawlog Price Index (GSPI), an index based on sawlog prices in 20 key regions around the world, fell 4.6% in the 3Q/14. The major factors for the reduced sawlog prices were the strengthening of the US dollar and weaker demand for lumber in some countries, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest price declines occurred in Russia, Western Canada, Sweden and the Czech Republic. - December 18, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Solar Water Heater Market - Asia Pacific Industry Analysis and Forecast to 2020, Report by Persistence Market Research
Persistence Market Research Pvt. Ltd has released new forthcoming report on "Solar Water Heater Market: Asia Pacific Industry Analysis and Forecast to 2020." - December 18, 2014 - Persistence Market Research
Governor Cuomo Initiative Includes Community Choice Aggregation for New York State
California-based Local Power Inc. (localpower.com) provides an update on recent success in helping the state of New York adopt Community Choice Aggregation by aiding the efforts of Ulster-based Citizens for Local Power, and the New York State Public Services Commission in their “Reforming the... - December 17, 2014 - Local Power LLC
YANMAR America Energy Systems Provides Free, Open CHP Technical Training for 2015
The Energy Systems division of YANMAR America is pleased to announce its 2015 micro Combined Heat and Power (CHP) technical training offerings. Based on dealer feedback, the 2015 training sessions are new and improved, and will continue to be free for not only YANMAR dealers, but also those... - December 13, 2014 - YANMAR America
Welspun Renewables 126 MW Wind Project - 2 Times Over Subscribed
WREPL achieves financial closure for mega Rajasthan wind project. Financed through a consortium of leading institutions through a debt support of INR 630 crores. Slated to be commissioned in June 2015, way ahead of schedule. Wind project will generate 290 million units of clean energy. - December 12, 2014 - Welspun Renewables