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.
Extengine Looking to Become the World's Smog Fighter, Cleaning up the Nation's Highways, One Smog-Belching Diesel Vehicle at a Time
Inc. Magazine has choosen Extengine Transport Systems to their Top 50 Green List for 2006. The Nov. '06 article says, "Extengine Transport Systems wants to be the world's smog fighter, cleaning up the nation's highways, one smog-belching diesel vehicle at a time. The company, based in Fullerton, California, retrofits large diesel-powered vehicles such as garbage trucks and off-road construction equipment with a system that cuts smog-causing emissions by as much as 90 percent." - November 07, 2006 - Extengine Transport Systems
Earth & Garden Launches EcoGrow, the 100% Organic and Environmentally Friendly Soil Substitute
EcoGrow is being viewed as the ultimate 100% organic and environmentally friendly soil substitute available on the global market today. It is derived by mixing to a formula, the major by-products of palm oil milling which include the palm oil fruit bunch and mill mud together with other organic ingredients and it can be used for agricultural, horticultural and floricultural applications. - October 26, 2006 - Earth & Garden Sdn Bhd
Turning Power Plant Challenges into Clean Technology Opportunities
RenewableEnergyStocks.com™ Looks at Water and Renewable Energy Technology Companies Providing Solutions to the Impacts of Fossil Fuel-Fired Plants - October 06, 2006 - InvestorIdeas.com
Final Solution to Global Water Crisis Now at Hand
The Global Water Crisis can now be over. White Buffalo Nation, Inc. President James Vagarasoto II (who recently received a Senate Commendation from Senator Minority Leader, Harry Reid) announced today that the means to end the Global Water Crisis and save thousands of lives globally each day now... - October 04, 2006 - White Buffalo Nation Inc.
Biomaxx Systems Inc. Signs Formal Agreement with UNA Water to Prepare a Feasibility Study for Proposed € 50 Million Euro Ethanol Plant in Bihac, Bosnia
Biomaxx Systems Inc. (Other OTC: BMXSF) is pleased to announce that the company has signed a formal Agreement with UNA Water GMBH of Sonvilier, Switzerland. Under the terms of the Agreement, Biomaxx Systems Inc. will prepare a feasibility study for the viability of ethanol production from corn and... - October 04, 2006 - BioMaxx Systems Inc.
Wastecare.com Announces Comprehensive Metholology for Waste Care
Wastecare.com, a specialist in waste processing cost-reduction solutions is pleased to announce a comprehensive methodology to aid businesses in streamlining their waste processing and disposal operations while simultaneously reducing waste processing and disposal costs. “In addition to... - September 27, 2006 - WasteCare Corporation
Local Recycling Firm Invests in the Most Automated Recycling Equipment
TFC Recycling installs multi-million dollar recycling system. - September 27, 2006 - Dragonfly Marketing
Site to Make Net's Largest Environmental Donation
An Eastbourne-based site has taken on the challenge of helping save the environment. - September 27, 2006 - Free Classifieds
Measure for Measure Announces Its Opening
Using a combination of quality craftsmanship and an awareness of what materials are used on and in the home, it is possible to create a toxic-free living space while helping the environment. - September 12, 2006 - Measure for Measure
New Orleans-based Website Brings Independent and Eco-Friendly Businesses to Center Stage
New Orleans resident Mallory Whitfield creates a buzz with the launch of her new website spotlighting independent artists & designers, environmentally friendly and socially conscious products. She aims to be part of the Gulf Coast’s recovery by showcasing small businesses and local visionaries from hurricane-ravaged regions. - September 10, 2006 - Malaprop LLC
Technology Service Provider Goes Green – But its those Not Sharing Who Are Envious
Bizarc.com opens the debate on the environmental impact of SMB’s operating dedicated servers and extols the virtues of shared hosting. - September 03, 2006 - Business Arc Limited
AgroMicron Expands into Carbon Credits with its Global Reforestation Initiative
AgroCarbon the new division of AgroMicron will handle the purchasing, consulting and placing of Carbon Credits for its client's and shareholders under its current Global Reforestation Initiative. - September 02, 2006 - AgroMicron
TFC Recycling and Virginia Beach City Public Schools - Environmental Partners
TFC Recycling and Virginia Beach City Public Schools enter into a partnership to bring additional recycling services into the classroom. - August 19, 2006 - Dragonfly Marketing
OurEnergy.us Empowers Consumer to Stop Global Warming
American energy consumers are taking personal action to reduce America’s dependence on fossil fuels and slow global warming due the lack of a national energy policy. One way consumers are limiting the amount of global warming pollutants is by supporting the generation of clean domestic energy. - August 18, 2006 - OurEnergy
Hurricane Katrina Anniversary to be Marked in Two Dozen Cities by Bike Ride Against Global Warming
Thousands of cyclists will be marking Hurricane Katrina's anniversary in two dozen cities across the US and Canada. Participants aim to raise awareness about the hurricane’s survivors and the effects of climate change on catastrophic weather. Locations as diverse as Asheville, North... - August 16, 2006 - Rising Tide North America
TFC Recycling Announces New Service Contracts in North Carolina
TFC Recycling adds communities from Alamance County. - August 02, 2006 - Dragonfly Marketing
NaturaLawn of America Invited to Speak at the American Chemical Society’s International Conference
National lawn care company continues to promote environmentally responsible lawn care by speaking about the importance of pesticide reduction. - July 26, 2006 - NaturaLawn of America
Buildingctgreen.com Posts Q & A with Master Green Developer Stephen Soler
Soler recently discussed with buildingctgreen.com staff how he engaged stakeholders and developed a sustainable plan for this quite suburban town in Southwestern Connecticut. The project has recieved national recognition and has become a model green building project that aims to become one of the first LEED-certified communities. - July 19, 2006 - AuctorVerno, LLC
FreePB.org Plans 4th of July Beach Clean-Up Program
FreePB.org and their sponsors will be donating 120 huge (3’l x 6’w x 4h) corrugated trash bins to the City of San Diego for use at our parks and beaches this Fourth of July. - July 04, 2006 - FreePB.org
Dirty Water Another Result of Record Rainfalls - Think Again.Think Blue. Raises Stormwater Pollution Awareness
With recent excessive rainfall across the state, the Massachusetts Bays Estuary Association (MBEA) is actively engaging citizens, companies, and organizations to become aware of stormwater pollution through its Think Again.Think Blue. public awareness campaign. (www.ThinkAgainThinkBlue.org) - June 26, 2006 - Massachusetts Bays Estuary Association
Rebuilding One Fish at a Time
The Audubon Aquarium of the America's sustained a substantial loss during hurricane Katrina. See their plan to rebuild and how you can help. - June 16, 2006 - Aquarium Supply Company
Parks & Recreation of Maywood, Illinois to Host its First Annual Summer Jump Off, June 30th
June Price, Director of Maywood Parks & Recreation, for the Village of Maywood and Sabrina Childress-Miller, Founder of Position Of Pressure nfp, will host its first annual 2006 Summer Jump Off to create a renewed sense of awareness for the Parks & Recreation facility, located at 200 S. 5th... - June 14, 2006 - Position Of Pressure
Anotec Odour Has Been Behind the Refreshing Scent of All Official Venues of the Asean Tourism Forum 2006 Recently Held in Davao City
Formulated with environment-friendly components, Anotec 0307 has been keeping the whole Travel Exhibit area completely fresh and odour-free. It was dubbed the ‘Official Air Freshener of the ATF 2006’. - June 11, 2006 - Anotec Odour Control
International Fashion and Swimsuit Model, Valentina, Joins Shark Diving International for Great White Shark Expedition in August
Valentina, international fashion and swimsuit model, and cameraman Mark Chapman will join the team of Shark Diving International this August for a White Shark expedition to Isla Guadalupe, Mexico. - June 02, 2006 - Shark Diving International
The Mack Group, LLC Completes the Asbestos Abatement of a Former Warehouse
The Mack Group, LLC (website http://www.mackgrp.com ), a specialized asbestos abatement contractor, recently completed the asbestos abatement of a former warehouse located in North Bergen, New Jersey. - May 30, 2006 - The Mack Group, LLC
Earth’s Population to Drop by 80 Percent, Says Top U.K. Scientist
Many view Dr. Lovelock as the father figure of the contemporary environmental movement. StockInterview talked with Lovelock about his latest book, today’s environmental movement, nuclear energy and uranium mining. - May 25, 2006 - StockInterview.com
Ionic Zone Adds Allerair to Product Line
Ionic Zone.com is proud to announce the addition of Allerair air purifiers and air cleaners to their product line. Allerair makes the most models of air purifiers in the world; over 100 in all. - May 11, 2006 - Ionic Zone LLC
The MACK Group, LLC Completes the Asbestos Abatement of Several Buildings Located in Belmar, New Jersey
The MACK Group, LLC (website http://www.mackgrp.com ) recently completed the asbestos abatement of five (5) buildings located in Belmar, New Jersey. - May 10, 2006 - The Mack Group, LLC
The MACK Group, LLC Completes the Asbestos Abatement of the Former Steel Craft Factory Located in Newark, New Jersey
The MACK Group, LLC (website http://www.mackgrp.com) completed the asbestos abatement of the former Steel Craft factory located in Newark, New Jersey. The project consisted primarily of the asbestos abatement of 100,000 sf of asbestos roofing and flashing. Asbestos materials were removed from the... - May 01, 2006 - The Mack Group, LLC
Ionic Zone Adds NQ Clarifier to Product Line
Ionic Zone.com is proud to announce the addition of the NQ Clarifier medical grade air purifier to their product line. The U.S. made NQ Clarifier is the air purifier of choice for hospitals, medical facilities, and clean rooms, and for good reason This advanced air purification machine has an unmatched air exchange rate, over 6 times an hour in a 440 sq. ft room, nearly double that of the nearest competitor. - April 29, 2006 - Ionic Zone LLC
Babylon Mall Celebrates Earth Day
With over 16 million tons of used clothing going to American landfills every year, Babylon Mall is proud to be doing their part by helping to recycle vintage clothing worldwide. - April 22, 2006 - Babylon Mall
The MACK Group, LLC Completes the Asbestos Abatement of the Former Point Pleasant Hospital in Point Pleasant, NJ
The MACK Group, LLC recently completed the asbestos abatement of the former Point Pleasant Hospital located in Point Pleasant New Jersey. The project consisted of the removal of various asbestos containing materials as well as the abatement of several large boilers. - April 22, 2006 - The Mack Group, LLC
Buildingctgreen.com Posts Q & A with U.S. Green Building Council President and CEO Rick Fedrizzi
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) President and CEO Rick Fedrizzi will be speaking in Connecticut on April 27 at Yale. Mr. Fedrizzi was able to give buildingctgreen.com some time before his arrival, so we asked and he answered. Rick touches on LEED 3.0, gives his opinion on Connecticut as a green building state and on the lighter side, chooses one when asked 'Red Sox or Yankees'. - April 19, 2006 - AuctorVerno, LLC
Locally Owned/Operated Pest Control Company Goes Green by Using Organic Insecticides
Bedini Pest Control offers a service plan using natural, botanical insecticides to manage insects without the use of chemicals. - April 18, 2006 - Bedini Bee & Pest Control
Novaflex U-Lok 1110 Fume Control Duct
The Novaflex Group is proud to announce the launch of their brand new U-Lok 1110 Fume Control Duct. U-Lok 1110 is specifically designed for the removal of extremely noxious fumes common in many of today’s workplaces and is constructed to withstand extremely harsh environments. - April 14, 2006 - Novaflex Group
The MACK Group, LLC Completes Asbestos Abatement and Fluorescent Bulb and Ballast Recycling Project in NJ
The MACK Group, LLC ( Website: http://www.mackgrp.com ) recently completed an asbestos abatement and fluorescent bulb and ballast recycling project at a former 300,000 sf leather tannery located in Central New Jersey. - April 08, 2006 - The Mack Group, LLC
Launch of MarigoldLane.com - Website Dedicated to Simple Living With a “Green” Twist
Premier online resource for living a greener lifestyle goes beyond making small changes promoting a way of life that is good for you, your family, and the environment. - April 03, 2006 - MarigoldLane.com
Green Home Growing in Oil City
Follow two newlyweds blog about the highs and lows of trying to build an eco-friendly nest in the heart of Canada’s oil capital – Calgary, Alberta. Although the energy-rich and increasingly affluent western provinces of Canada are not the first place one tends to think of when it... - April 02, 2006 - Ramsay House Project
Use Air Purifiers as a Defense Against the Spring Allergy Season from Air-Purifiers-America.com
As spring rapidly approaches, and your pesky allergies get ready to descend for another season, consider installing an air purifier in your home to lighten their impact. - March 28, 2006 - Air Conditioners America
A VerySpatial Podcast Covers ESRI Developer Summit and AAG Annual Meeting
VerySpatial, LLC is pleased to announce that A VerySpatial Podcast recently covered the Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers (AAG) in Chicago and the inaugural ESRI Developer Summit in Palm Springs. Our coverage included daily updates and interviews with prominent geographers... - March 23, 2006 - VerySpatial, LLC
h2bid.com Celebrates World Water Day, March 22, 2006
Do you think there is enough water for sustaining life on earth? And forever? What do you feel when you hear, “Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink?” We pray, this should not happen to us. World Water Day is a global awareness day of growing water crisis. Get involved. - March 20, 2006 - H2bid.Com
Hanse Environmental Inc. Holds Successful 2006 HALT/HASS Seminar in Israel
Hanse Environmental Inc. announced that its 2006 HALT/HASS Seminar Series was successfully launched in Israel and will continue throughout North America and the Pacific Rim. - March 11, 2006 - Hanse Environmental, Inc.
Sexton Ennett Design’s Manager Conducts Environmental Seminar in Israel
Sexton Ennett Design, LC (SED) a landscape architectural and planning firm in East Michigan announced that SED’s Regional Manager, John Sexton, recently conducted a seminar in Israel on environmental testing. - March 08, 2006 - Sexton Ennett Design, LC
HEPA Air Cleaner Website for Builders and HVAC Contractors
Easy access is available for builders and contractors to sales literature, spec-sheets, pricing and installation guidelines for HEPA Air Cleaner systems. Pure Air System's website is a valuable time-saving device and free online reference tool for customers and employees of the building profession. - March 03, 2006 - Pure Air Systems
Ninety-three Percent of Greater China, South Korea Electronics Manufacturers Expect to Meet European RoHS Deadline
Global Sources’ (NASDAQ: GSOL) RoHS Compliance Readiness Survey: Mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and South Korea shows 93 percent of electronics manufacturers expect to comply with the European Union’s Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive by July 2006. - February 17, 2006 - Global Sources
eele Laboratories Becomes New York’s Newest Specialty Bulb Recycler
Many consumers are unaware that most projector lamps contain mercury. Those of us in the projection industry have a responsibility to increase consumer awareness about the need to recycle these bulbs. Fully accepting this responsibility, eele has intitiated an in house recycling prohram for projector lamps. - February 02, 2006 - eele Laboratories, LLC