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iCAN-Global LLC and the Clean Energy Alliance Form a Strategic Partnership for the Globalization of Clean Technologies Through the iCAN-Global Network
iCAN-Global LLC, a New York-based virtual global commercialization accelerator specializing in cleantech, sustainability and energy efficiency products and services and the Clean Energy Alliance have formed a strategic partnership that leverages the global network of iCAN-Global business... - April 20, 2013 - iCAN-Global
Wisconsin Selects ET Environmental as Compressed Natural Gas Conversion Consultant
Wisconsin State Energy Office has selected ET Environmental to develop a plan for its statewide conversion to compressed natural gas. - April 20, 2013 - ET Environmental
WINAICO Ranks Highest Among Peers in PTC Ratings WSP-260P6 Outperforms Well-Known Competitors
On April 8, 2013, Go Solar California published an updated PTC rating list and out of almost 11,500 eligible modules rated, WINAICO high performance modules have ranked highest among their peers. The WINAICO 250W, 255W and 260W polycrystalline modules have earned PTC ratings of 229.6, 234.3 and 239. - April 19, 2013 - WINAICO USA
Colnatec & U.S. Photovoltaic Manufacturing Consortium Sign Joint Research & Development Agreement
Colnatec Tempe™ sensor to be tested on manufacturing scale equipment with a focus on improving yield, extending run times, and increasing conversion efficiency for CIGS thin film solar cell manufacturing - April 18, 2013 - Colnatec
Asset LifeCycle, LLC Maintains Continued Growth, Acquires Material Recovery Processing Line and Facility
Asset LifeCycle, LLC acquires supplemental processing equipment enhancing existing line. - April 17, 2013 - Asset LifeCycle, LLC
World Earth Day: Clean Power Africa to Showcase Renewable Energy Solutions for Businesses
“Today’s World Earth Day reminds us all of our need to commit to protecting our environment and increasing renewable energy projects instead of relying on the more traditional power sources is a great way for countries and companies to start making a difference.” This is according... - April 17, 2013 - Clean Power Africa
Rentricity Announces New 2013 Energy Recovery Projects in Vermont and Canada
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydropower clean energy recovery company located in New York City, will develop new projects in Vermont and Halifax, Nova Scotia. The two new 2013 projects will include the deployment of Rentricity’s award nominated technology that efficiently recovers energy... - April 16, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Revolutionary Spherical Kinetic Electrical Generator
Advanced Innovations Northwest (AINW) LLC, Kirkand, Washington, announces a revolutionary patent pending spherical kinetic renewable energy generator, which produces twice the electrical power of similarly sized linear kinetic electrical generators. - April 16, 2013 - AINW LLC
Envarrior Consulting Services Launches "Akshay Urja - Gram Sumruddhi" Solar Power Based Rural Electrification Project in India
An India based Leading Environment & Renewable Energy Consulting Organization, Envarrior Consulting Services is all set to Launch it's Solar Power Based Rural Electrification Project in India. Envarrior will be launching this project under its POA umbrella titled-Program of Activities Under “Akshay Urja – Gram Sumruddhi” Solar Power based Rural Electrification Project with UNFCCC under the CDM as per Kyoto Protocol. - April 12, 2013 - Envarrior Consulting Services
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Release New Conversion to Natural Gas Case Studies
Green Alternative Systems (GAS), has just announced the release of new conversion to natural gas case studies to assist with providing their clients with the information that they need to make informed decisions about their CNG conversions. Conversion to natural gas has been rising in popularity as... - April 05, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems
US Based Textile Manufacturer Utilizes Solar Generated Energy to Produce Sustainable American Made Products to Grow Business in Existing Markets
Installing a 365 killowatt solar power system is a smart strategy to reduce overhead costs for any small business. Utilizing solar energy in the manufacture of sustainable American made products makes Spector Textile Products of Lawrence, Ma an innovator. USA MADE Laundry Bags, is a new brand targeted to the "green conscious" dry cleaning, linen and laundry processing markets. - April 04, 2013 - USA MADE Laundry Bags
Advanced Film Solutions is Exhibiting Low E Energy Savings EnerLogic Window Tinting at the Upcoming Tampa Bay Home & Garden Show April 19-21, 2013 Tampa Convention Center
Advanced Film Solutions with offices in Tampa Bay and Orlando will be exhibiting at the all new event. "Home Shows held at the Tampa Convention Center bring in Tampa Bay's energy conscious and green-minded consumers," advised Mike Feldman, President of Advanced Film Solutions. - April 03, 2013 - Advanced Film Solutions
Work Truck Show 2013 Green Award Goes to Odyne Systems
Odyne Receives 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show Green Award for Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application - April 02, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Sawlog Prices in North and Central Europe Have Trended Downward the Past Two Years, While Prices in Eastern Europe Have Increased Slightly
Sawlog prices in Europe were generally lower in 2012 than in 2011 because of lower log demand from the sawmilling sector, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Many sawmills on the continent have been forced to reduce production as a result of the weak lumber market. Log prices fell the most in the Nordic countries, while prices in Eastern Europe were steady or even slightly higher toward the end of 2012. - April 02, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
Eos Group Announces the Public Release of Eos Navigator
Today Eos Group, Inc. announces the much-anticipated first public release of Eos Navigator to the AEC/O industry. Eos Navigator is an enterprise preconstruction workflow management solution. Projects lay the foundation for managing the preconstruction process within Navigator, encompassing... - March 30, 2013 - Eos Group
Lumber Markets Improved Sharply in the US During 2012 and Early 2013; Prices Have Increased Over 60 Percent Since Late 2011
The lumber market in the US really took off in late 2012 and early 2013. Lumber prices in February were more than 60 percent higher than in late 2011. Increased lumber production has put upward pressure on sawlog prices and in the US Northwest, Douglas-fir sawlog prices reached a five-year high in the 4Q/12, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. - March 23, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
Climate Connect Launches Fortnightly California Carbon Market Report
This one-of-its-kind product provides the stakeholders with policy and industry updates. - March 20, 2013 - Climate Connect Limited
Advanced Global Trading Praises Partner Lotus F1 Team's Start to the Season
AGT Advanced Global Trading: Dubai-headquartered sustainable investment company, praised its partner, Lotus F1 Team’s performance at the Australian Grand Prix. The team, led by a sublime performance by Kimi Raikkonen, got its 2013 World Championship challenge off to an excellent start at... - March 19, 2013 - Advanced Global Trading
Size Does Matter, and It’s 24 Inches
PolycreteUSA President Bruce Anderson introduced the largest pre-assembled insulated concrete form (ICF) available in the US or International markets. Extended width ICFs are particularly useful for insulated foundations. The Polycrete ICF for building concrete walls up to 24 inches thick will revolutionize commercial construction by saving time, effort and money. - March 19, 2013 - PolycreteUSA
Restoration of Government Incentive Scheme Set to Drive the Indian Wind Turbine Market
Netscribes launches report on the Wind Turbine Market in India 2013 as part of Netscribes’ Energy and Utilities report series - March 17, 2013 - Netscribes, Inc.
Exportation of Logs and Lumber from North America to China Fell by 17% in 2012, But a Turn-Around in Shipments is Expected in 2013
The demand for wood products in China fell in 2012, and as a consequence, exportation of logs and lumber from North America was down 17 percent from the previous year to 2.1 billion dollars, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Despite this decline, timberland owners in the US and lumber companies in Canada have greatly benefited from China’s increased wood consumption the past five years. - March 16, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
Solamon to Team with Conergy in Jamaica; Additional Projects Prioritized
With an eye to helping the country reach its renewable energy mandate, Solamon Energy is pleased to announce that a formal agreement has now been reached with Conergy, a global leader in solar energy system manufacturing, project development and PV plant operation, to effectively and efficiently... - March 16, 2013 - Solamon Energy Corp.
Yeo to Attend Kingston Energy Expo 2013; Attendees to Address Solar Training
Solamon Energy is proud to announce it will attend the upcoming Kingston Alternative Energy Expo, slated to be held this April 20-21 at the Wyndham Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica. President Jay Yeo is excited about the numerous opportunities currently being developed in Jamaica and as a result many new... - March 16, 2013 - Solamon Energy Corp.
Restored Sunshine Program: It’s Always Sunny in Pennsylvania (Not Just Philadelphia)
SunMaxx Solar, a leading vertically integrated manufacturer of solar thermal systems and components, is excited to share news that funding has been restored to the existing Pennsylvania Sunshine Rebate Program. Thanks to $7.25 million in funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, the PA... - March 15, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
SunMaxx Solar Collaborates with Wisconsin Technical College System
SunMaxx Solar, a leading vertically integrated manufacturer of solar thermal systems and components is delighted to announce their partnership with the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) to provide both certified solar hot water training and solar thermal systems for 8 colleges in the system. - March 15, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
Utz Technologies Develops New Process for Hybrid Mesh Screens
Utz Technologies is proud to announce updates of their success via PR.com. A new proprietary emulsion process is under way at UTZ. - March 13, 2013 - Utz Technology
Joe Dalum Named President of the Green Truck Association
Looks Forward to Serving the GTA in This Important Time of Green Technology Growth - March 13, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
LithSafe Contracted by EPA to Protect Lithium Ion Test Facilities
The US Environmental Protection Agency has contracted LithSafe to develop lithium ion battery test chambers, design emergency response protocols, and create staff emergency training for their NVFEL test facilities. As seen with the recent Boeing 787 incident (among others), lithium (ion) batteries can present a substantial fire hazard. The EPA has deemed it necessary to protect its facilities and workers. These facilities test lithium ion batteries for use in electric and hybrid vehicles. - March 12, 2013 - LithFire-X, LLC
Clean Power Africa to Showcase Successful Renewable Projects
Clean Power Africa will give an exclusive look at hydro, wind and solar projects and opportunities across the African continent in Cape Town in May. - March 10, 2013 - Clean Power Africa
Odyne Systems Showcased Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application at the 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show
U.S. Department of Energy Director of Vehicle Technologies Program Met with New GTA President, Joe Dalum, to Learn More About Odyne Plug-In Systems - March 09, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Wood Fiber Costs for Pulp Mills Fell in Both North America and Latin America in the 4Q/12 Because of Weaker Pulp Markets and Increased Supply of Sawmill Chips
Lower pulp prices during last summer and increased supply of sawmill chips put downward pressure on pulpwood prices in North America and Latin America in the 4Q/12, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest declines occurred in Western US, British Columbia and Brazil. - March 09, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
RMK Solar and BOSCH Solar Energy Announce Strategic Partnership
RMK Solar and Bosch Solar Energy today announce the completion of a business partnership which combines the core capabilities of both companies. This partnership is a perfect blend of RMK Solar’s system engineering, design and installation experience with Bosch Solar’s latest solar cell technology, high-efficiency solar PV panels, bundled solar solutions and broad range of financial services for medium-to-large scale solar projects. - March 09, 2013 - RMK Solar
NJ Insurance Goes Green with O'Donnell Insurance Agency
New Jersey insurance provider O'Donnell Agency is New Jersey's one-stop destination for almost any consumer’s or business insurance needs. - March 09, 2013 - SolarCure
Taking the Sting Out of Federal Sequestration Budget Cuts with Energy Efficiency
"We strive to be the best at what we do, and our efforts are paying off as the quality of our work and exceptional auditing expertise continues to be recognized not only locally, but nationally," said John Avina, Director at Abraxas Energy Consulting. As sequester budget cuts take effect... - March 09, 2013 - Abraxas Energy
ESA Renewables Commissions City of Orlando Rooftop Solar Installation
Collaboration opens the door to green business opportunities, sustainable energy generation and job creation in Orlando, Florida. - March 09, 2013 - ESA Renewables
Industry & Commerce Ministry to Welcome Solamon in Jamaica; Minister Hylton to Confirm Solar Mandate
President Jay Yeo is proud to announce that he on behalf of Solamon Energy Corp, its partners and many stakeholders, will be officially welcomed to the island of Jamaica at 10:30am on Wednesday March 6 at the offices of the Honourable G. Anthony Hylton, who is currently serving the government as... - March 07, 2013 - Solamon Energy Corp.
Solamon Approved to Re-Domicile in BVI; Set to Increase Caribbean and South American Activities
Solamon Energy Corp CEO Graeme Boyce is happy to announce the company has been approved in Ontario and subsequently in BVI to be re-domiciled to BVI, effective immediately, and to continue as a BVI registered company. Following this approval and continuation of business in this region, Solamon has... - March 07, 2013 - Solamon Energy Corp.
SunMaxx Solar System to be Installed at One of the World’s Best Private Island Resorts
SunMaxx Solar is pleased to announce their partnership with RTD Energy & Power on next month’s solar hot water installation. - March 06, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
Solar Powered SEO Eliminates SEO Black Magic and Voodoo
The Adopt-A-Solar-Panel program helps the environment, veterans in need and non-profit organizations in search of solar energy. Program sponsors also earn an SEO-related bonus – Solar Powered SEO. - March 05, 2013 - SolarCure
With the Price of Gasoline Constantly, Individual’s Families and Truck Drivers Are Asking How They Can Save on Fuel
HydroDynamicsHHO has been working tirelessly for over ten years helping consumers save fuel and the environment. Improving Gas mileage can be a tricky, in most cases a driver has to make sacrifices. - March 05, 2013 - HydroDynamicsHHO.com
Advanced Film Solutions Exhibiting at the Orlando Home Show March 22-24, 2013
Advanced Film Solutions will be participating for the sixth straight year at the Orlando Home Show March 23-25, 2013 being held at the Orange County Convention Center. Advanced Film Solutions is Central Florida's leading professional installer of energy savings window film. - March 04, 2013 - Advanced Film Solutions
SunMaxx Solar Expands Internship Program to San Diego
SunMaxx Solar announced a newly implemented internship program that provides hands on engineering, sales, and marketing experiences for students that are seeking internships in San Diego. - March 01, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
New Indeck Watertube Packaged Boilers Meet Needs of Manufacturing Plants
Indeck has built state-of-the-art boilers for industries such as chemical, petrochemical, refineries, steel, food, dairy, and pulp and paper processing. The boilers include A-style design packaged watertube boilers capable of generating 250,000pph of superheated steam and D-style packed watertube boilers capable of generating 90,000pph of saturated steam. - February 28, 2013 - Indeck Power Equipment Company
New Research Report on Global Unconventional Gas (Gas Shales and Coal Bed Methane) to 2020 by MarketResearchReports
New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Database Unconventional Gas (Gas Shales and Coal Bed Methane) - Global Market Analysis, Industry Developments, Investment Scenario and Forecasts to 2020. - February 28, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz
Revamp of Generation Based Incentive Scheme Expected to Drive the Indian Wind Power Market
Netscribes launches report on the Wind Power Market in India 2013 as part of Netscribes’ Energy and Utilities report series. - February 28, 2013 - Netscribes, Inc.
MI Earth Day Fest is April 26-28
50,000+ Expected for One of the Planet's Largest Earth Day Celebrations The MI Earth Day Fest will return to downtown Rochester April 26-28 after a three-year hiatus. Event organizers MI Green Team (MGT) tout the event as one of the planet's largest Earth Day celebrations and plan for the return... - February 22, 2013 - MI Green Team
Odyne Systems, LLC to Showcase Unique New Walk in Van Hybrid Power Application at the 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show
System Has Potential to Double Engine Life, Powering Underground Climate Control and Tools - February 21, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Ron MacDonald Discusses Innovative Energy Storage Solutions on The Clean Energy View Radio Show with June Stoyer on February 19, 2013, at 12 pm EST
Ron MacDonald, Executive Chairman, American Vanadium, Discusses Innovative Technology for Use in Energy Storage Solutions Which Will Make Renewable Energy Dispatchable Electricity on The Clean Energy View Radio Show with June Stoyer. - February 21, 2013 - Clean Energy View Radio Show
Wisconsin Governor, Scott Walker, Visits Odyne Systems
Announces Plan for $25 Million in Venture Capital to Support Business Start-Ups and Growth. - February 20, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
CSCMP Chicago’s 30th Annual Spring Seminar: US Manufacturing Renaissance
CSCMP Chicago Roundtable's Annual Signature Event Examines the Practicality and Profitability of Reshoring. - February 19, 2013 - CSCMP Chicago Roundtable