Environment News
Discover news about global issues affecting the environment, learn about green products and services and find out how companies and organizations are making a difference through conservation and recycling efforts.
Pro-Tect Deck Announces Availability of Its Unique Permanent Deck Refinishing Solution in the Seattle Area
Pro-Tect Deck is the latest in outdoor surfacing technology using advanced polymer formulations. Their unique system was developed to withstand the demands on outdoor living surfaces. The product actually fills cracks and voids in the wood surface and creates a safe splinter-free surface. - June 27, 2007 - Pro-Tect Deck
UtopiaBirdHouses.com's Stewardship Initiative Continues
UtopiaBirdHouses.com promotes responsible stewardship of the natural world by supporting environmentally active organizations. - June 23, 2007 - UtopiaBirdHouses
Over Half of the 149 Class 1 Federal Areas Analyzed Have Moderate to Severe Light Pollution Problems
The study shows over half of our Federal Class 1 Areas analyzed have moderate to severe light pollution problems. In addition, over 25% are listed in the severe category and have lost the ability to see half of the visible stars. - June 22, 2007 - Midwest Citizens for Responsible Outdoor Lighting
Fight Global Warming from Your Desktop
Global warming and its impact on the environment is a hot topic in the news at the moment. As a software company, Uniblue Systems is aware of the fact that the energy required to run the computers belonging to 660 million users worldwide, runs into millions of kilowatt hours each day. It is... - June 22, 2007 - Uniblue Systems Ltd
Champion Indoors Launches New Interactive Blog Site
Stacey Champion, Founder of Champion Indoors, LLC is on an educational mission. Champion Indoors has chosen to convert the company's website into an interactive platform with a focus on healthy indoor environments and green building resources. - June 21, 2007 - Champion Indoors, LLC
Go Green and Have Fun
Massachusetts based company specializes in Renewable and Alternative Energy Products - June 20, 2007 - Your Green America
Weathered Stone™ Improves Stone and Leather Panels
Improved stone and leather panels will create less waste. - June 20, 2007 - Weathered Stone
Over 95% of Missouri State Parks and Class 1 Areas Have Moderate to Severe Light Pollution Problems
The study shows over 95% of our state parks and class 1 areas analyzed have moderate to severe light pollution problems. In addition, over 75% are listed in the severe category. - June 20, 2007 - Midwest Citizens for Responsible Outdoor Lighting
The Renewable Energy Centre: Leading the Way in Promoting Renewable Energy
Due to popular demand The Renewable Energy Centre has added three new sections to their website; a directory of UK and International renewable energy exhibitions and conferences for trade and consumers, a section for relevant Educational Resources and advice on government grants and funds available. - June 20, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Going Green? – Go Geothermal
Geothermal Installations have lust launched their brand new website as awareness of the effects of global warming are ever increasing. Geothermal Installations Ltd specialise in supplying and installing environmentally friendly products to generate heat and power to both domestic and industrial... - June 19, 2007 - Geothermal Installations Ltd
RenewableEnergystocks.com Green Ad Online Advertising Option for Environmentally Friendly Companies
Electric Vehicle Manufacturer ZAP, (OTCBB: ZAAP) Showcases New Wall Street Mantra “Green is Good” in New Online Green Ads - June 16, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
Investor Interest in Renewable Energy Stocks Expands Globally
RenewableEnergyStocks.com Updates Directory of Renewable and Alternative Energy Stocks with Recent Green and Solar IPO’s - June 15, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
The Construction Centre.co.uk Helps Promote Carbon Challenge Plans
The Construction Centre today announced its support of the Government’s Carbon Challenge plans, which aims to create five zero carbon or near zero carbon developments throughout the UK in order to provide working examples to the building industry. The idea is to encourage house builders to implement good building practices in order to meet the 2016, CO2 emissions targets. - June 15, 2007 - The Construction Centre
The Renewable Energy Centre Voices Concern Over £14 Billion Severn Barrage
Following the recent Energy White Paper The Renewable Energy Centre announced it’s support of the Government’s decision to once again consider the benefits of tidal power, but voiced its concern regarding the environmental implications of the proposed Severn Barrage. - June 15, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
The Alternative Energy Store Ranks on Internet Retailer’s Top 500 List
Catering to customers around the globe, the Alternative Energy Store of Hudson, Mass., has recently been named as one of America’s 500 largest e-retailers in 2007 by Internet Retailer, a national monthly business magazine. The Alternative Energy Store, providers of cost competitive,... - June 14, 2007 - Alternative Energy Store
TERIs Knowledge Centre - A Boon at the Tougher Terrains
TERI's development resource centre at Supi, near Mukteshwar in Uttaranchal called TRISHA (TERI’s Research Initiative at Supi for Himalayan Advancement), endeavor is to create a platform in the higher terrains of India which can be used as means for communication, education, sharing local knowledge, improving economies, and incorporating best practices for development. - June 14, 2007 - The Energy and Resources Institute
Eco Fund Launched to Protect the Great White Shark-GuadalupeFund.Org
Unique and timely non profit eco fund launched by unlikely coalition of shark reserachers, eco tour operators and vessel owner/operators. Fund leverages scuba interests to provide hard dollars for research and ongoing white shark protections/education at famed white shark dive site Isla Guadalupe, Mexico. - June 11, 2007 - Shark Diver
Modular Building Supplier Portakabin Group Reduces Carbon Footprint and Leads the Way in Sustainable Building
Portakabin Group, the UK’s leading modular building supplier and manufacturer, has announced significant savings in carbon emissions following the implementation of an energy saving and environmental policy across its business. Portakabin saw a 17% year on year reduction in carbon emissions,... - June 08, 2007 - Portakabin
Mexico Adventure Travel Company Celebrates World Environment Day 2007 – BambaExperience.com Recognizes the Importance of Eco Tourism
World Environment Day starts today and the slogan selected for 2007 is “Melting Ice – a Hot Topic?” In support of International Polar Year, Mexico City, based Bamba Experience, the only Adventure Travel Company of its size in Mexico, is ensuring their participation. Bamba... - June 07, 2007 - Bamba Experience
"Urban Re:Vision" Announces Second Phase Of Five-Part International Competition To Create Sustainable City Block
Stacey Frost, founder of San Francisco-based Urban Re:Vision has announced the second phase of a unique, five-part international competition to create the National prototype of sustainable urban living. Aptly titled Re:Route, the phase will focus on the need for more effective and environmentally... - June 07, 2007 - Urban Re:Vision
RenewableEnergyStocks.com™ Content and Submission Services Expand
RenewableEnergyStocks.com™ Content and Submission Services for Companies in the Renewable and Clean Energy Sector Expand as Global Interest in Renewable and Clean Energy Grows - June 07, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
The Renewable Energy Centre Concerned about Delay of Energy Performance Certificates
Following the announcement that the launch of Home Information Packs, including the key Energy Performance Certificates, will be delayed until 1st August, The Renewable Energy Centre voices its concerns about the resulting impact on the UK’s fight against climate change. - June 06, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Alex Eckelberry of the TCBL Says: Don't "Downlist" the Manatees
The TCBL believes that manatees are in continued danger from boaters and polluted runoff, and that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission should not "downlist" the manatee. - June 04, 2007 - Tampa Bay Conservation League
“Peace and Sport” and Jaguar Sports Announce Partnership
“Peace and Sport” a worldwide peace initiative based in Monaco under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II and Jaguar Sports Corp., a new global sporting goods company, today announced a multi-million dollar partnership deal. “Peace and Sport” will... - June 02, 2007 - Jaguar Sports Corp.
URateStuff Launches June 1st Spreading the Wealth Among its Customers
URateStuff is a product review site that will revolutionize the way products are bought and sold. Consumers are given more power by not only being able to rate other consumer reviews but by also choosing which products to write about. The number of positive rankings by the URateStuff community... - June 01, 2007 - URateStuff International
The Renewable Energy Centre: Energy White Paper 2007
The Renewable Energy Centre comments on how the Energy White Paper released on the 23rd May will affect UK consumers and businesses. - May 31, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Living the Pledge: A Community's Legacy
Humboldt County is known by millions of people for its iconic symbols of nature: old growth redwoods, wild salmon, picturesque dairy farms, and rugged beaches. The county is also home to one of the most environmentally active colleges in the country. Arcata’s Humboldt State University... - May 25, 2007 - Holly Yashi, Inc.
TBCL Director Alex Eckelberry Speaks in Support of the Brooker Creek Preserve
The Brooker Creek Preserve is a beautiful local preserve. Let's not build ball parks on it. - May 24, 2007 - Tampa Bay Conservation League
The Renewable Energy Centre Helps to Make the Subject of Wind Power a Breeze for the UK
With the rising popularity of renewable technologies in the UK The Renewable Energy Centre was pleased to announce a record number of visits to the Wind Power section of the website this month. - May 24, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Verde Energy Improves the Renewable Energy Customer Experience
Deploys Online Customer Relationship Management Portal for Renewable Energy Contractors - May 23, 2007 - Verde Energy
President of Shaw Industries, Randy Merritt, to Deliver Keynote at the 2007 N.C. Sustainability Awards & Conference
Sustainable North Carolina (SNC) announced today that Randy Merritt, president of Georgia-based Shaw Industries, will be the keynote speaker for the 2007 N.C. Sustainability Awards & Conference to be held on October 22, 2007 in Chapel Hill, N.C. SNC is a non-profit that works as a catalyst for... - May 19, 2007 - Sustainable North Carolina
Renewable Energy Goes Mainstream
Alternative Energy Store Installs First Solar Electric System Connected to Local Electric Grid - May 19, 2007 - Alternative Energy Store
Going “Green” – Corporate Branding Style
New trend towards eco-friendly lifestyle creates emerging market for corporate branding using promotional items made from earth friendly and recycled materials notes one expert. - May 17, 2007 - IASpromotes.com
Glitnir Bank Expands into US Geothermal Energy Market
Icelandic investment bank Glitnir met with leading geologists, government officials and investors at the first West Coast Geothermal Finance and Development Workshop held in San Francisco on Thursday. At the meeting Glitnir showed a keen interest in investing in US geothermal energy projects. - May 16, 2007 - Glitnir Bank
Manufacturing Co. Wants You to Think About Snow This Summer
Summer may seem like a strange time to start thinking about winter, however, if we start planning now, the difficult weather conditions that winter presents will be much easier to cope with. - May 16, 2007 - Xynyth Manufacturing Corp.
Do Consumers Have to Compromise Performance to Go Green?
InvestorIdeas.com Green Investor Portals – Consumer Choices in Green Cars; Hybrids, Electric, Biofuels and Fuel Cells - May 16, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
Environmental Management Support, Inc. Wins Federal Brownfields Contract
Environmental Management Support, Inc. (EMS), a small environmental consulting firm in Silver Spring, Maryland, has been awarded contract to provide analytical and technical support to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Brownfields Cleanup and Redevelopment Program. According to... - May 13, 2007 - Environmental Management Support, Inc.
The Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards
The Shark Research Institute created the Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards to honor the memory of the late Peter Benchley, and spotlight those who are working internationally to protect sharks as valuable ocean resources. The Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards were presented on May 8,... - May 11, 2007 - Shark Research Institute
Dentists Split Over Amalgam Fillings: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Half of dentists are still placing amalgam fillings, while the other half no longer do, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. Many dentists expressed concerns over the possible toxic consequences of mercury amalgam and prefer to place newer composite fillings. Other dentists pointed to the superior performance of amalgam fillings and raised questions over the safety and durability of composite materials. - May 07, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Award
Shark Conservationists Honored - The Shark Research Institute's Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards spotlight those working to protect sharks. - May 05, 2007 - Shark Research Institute
QSR Magazine Powers Up with Renewable Energy
QSR magazine, a publication for executives and operators in the food service industry, recently purchased enough renewable energy credits to power all their offices located in Durham, North Carolina. During the course of research for the March 2007 “Green” issue of QSR magazine, the... - May 05, 2007 - QSR Magazine
Think Installing and Using Alternative Energy is Difficult?
Learn how easy it can be by attending a renewable energy workshop at the Alternative Energy Store - May 02, 2007 - Alternative Energy Store
How Much CO2 is in the Air You Breathe – Indoors? New Airhound™ Product Tests Air Quality
There is a new solution for those looking for an inexpensive and easy method to obtain information on indoor air quality – Toxair’s AirHound.™ The comprehensive sampling system works in conjunction with a vacuum cleaner to capture an air sample. AirHound is an alternative to... - April 30, 2007 - Toxair LLC
TheRenewableEnergyCentre.co.uk Announces the Addition of UK Energy Efficiency Advice Centre Directory
The Renewable Energy Centre announced today that it is actively supporting the Energy Efficiency Advice Centre (EEAC) UK network and has established a dedicated section on the website with direct links to every Advice Centre homepage. - April 29, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
AAI Environmental Corporation's Employees Telecommute, Which Promotes Conservation and Job Satisfaction by Using Technology to Conduct Environmental Assessments
AAI Environmental Corporation's use of the latest technology for their environmental assessment company's daily communication and collaboration is helping to reduce its employees daily commute fuel consumption and is promoting job satisfaction, by allowing many of its employees to work from their home offices. - April 28, 2007 - AAI Environmental Corporation
Green Social Shopping Site Helps Offset Your Carbon Footprint
Recently launched, Greendeavor is a free social networking website which enables consumers to earn reward points and reduce their carbon footprint by making earth conscious choices in their everyday lives. Greendeavor is a hybrid of a social network and a shopping rewards program designed to inform... - April 26, 2007 - Greendeavor
Renewable Energy Stocks Trending Higher as Sector Appears to Have Rebounded
Solar Stock, Suntech Power Holdings, may be Poised for another Robust Rally – Samuel Jones, ‘The New Power Fund’ - April 25, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
The Renewable Energy Centre Backs Opposition to Patio Heaters
The Renewable Energy Centre has announced today it is joining the fight against energy inefficient patio heaters by launching a new section to their website dedicated to Biomass related alternatives. - April 25, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Delhi Schools Celebrate Earth Day and Create Awareness Amongst the Masses
MoEF Secretary, Dr Prodipto Ghosh facilitate the winning schools at Dilli Haat - April 25, 2007 - The Energy and Resources Institute
Earth Day Energy Star Lighting Promotion Set
Energy efficient lighting company Bulborama announced today a discount promotion supporting Earth Day and designed to help convert more incandescent light bulbs to energy saving compact fluorescent (CFL) lamps. From now thru May 15, visitors to Bulborama.com can purchase CFL bulbs at a 10 percent... - April 22, 2007 - Bulborama