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Dr. Gilbert Gordon Granted First Ever Strathmore's Who’s Who Offshoot Webpage
Dr. Gilbert Gordon, of Oxford, Ohio, has been granted the Strathmore’s Who’s Who first ever offshoot webpage, honoring a lifetime of achievement in Water Research and Inorganic Chemistry. - July 01, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
The Internet of Stings; WiFi for Your Beehive
New Zealand based beekeeping technology company, Hivemind Ltd, have released a new WiFi beehive scale and smartphone app that will allow urban beekeepers, bee educators and researchers, to better monitor their bees and more easily share their knowledge about these vitally important pollinators. A crowdfunding campaign for the product is currently live on the indiegogo platform here: www.indiegogo.com/at/wifibees - June 30, 2015 - Hivemind
Evening Programs at Appalachian Trail Biennial Conference Feature Music, Inspiration and Adventure
Experience live music, comedy and informative and inspirational presentations about the great outdoors during the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) Biennial Conference “Hiking Through History,” held at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. Events start at 8 p.m. each evening... - June 27, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Audubon International Brings New Staff on Board
Audubon International Hires Two New Staff Members Audubon International is excited to announce the hiring of two new staff members as the organization continues to achieve its environmental mission. Meaghan Wilkins has joined the organization as the new Communications Coordinator and Daron Blake... - June 27, 2015 - Audubon International
Religious Communicators Discuss Care for the Environment
The Religion Communicators Council exists to spread the good news to the world. Its members come from all religious groups and work in various public relations arenas. - June 27, 2015 - Religion Communicators Council
Volunteers Along Appalachian Trail Remove Thousands of Pounds of Invasive Garlic Mustard
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is proud to announce that a total of 2,772 pounds of the invasive, non-native plant garlic mustard have been removed from the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) corridor. The removal efforts, carried out by 169 volunteers who contributed more than 750 hours, were part... - June 26, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Newcomer Tick to the Northeast Brings New, Very Serious Concerns
Though the Lone Star tick doesn’t transmit Lyme disease, it brings several new threats to the tick scene in the Northeast. It is most commonly believed that climate change, which is having a major impact on tick populations in general, is the main cause of their spread. They have made their way in significant numbers as far north as Maine, and are known for some unique characteristics. - June 26, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
Great Barrington Appalachian Trail Community Hosts Third Annual Hike and Community Picnic July 25
The Great Barrington Appalachian Trail Community™ invites hiking enthusiasts to celebrate the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) by participating in the third annual Appalachian Trail Hike and Community Picnic at Benedict Pond in Beartown State Forest on Saturday, July 25. A number of hikes will be... - June 25, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Global LEAP, ClimateWorks, and CLASP Spearhead Groundbreaking Energy Access Program
Program to help organize and drive growth of off-grid renewable energy and appliance market - June 24, 2015 - CLASP
ASCE Webinar Series to Highlight Importance of Source Identification
Source identification plays a crucial role in stormwater management and this will be one of the topics for discussion in a four-part webinar series. - June 21, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Clarke County, Virginia Becomes Newest Appalachian Trail Community™
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is partnering with Clarke County, Virginia to enhance the conservation of the Appalachian Trail. - June 20, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
SolarCraft Helps Redwood Credit Union Save Energy & Money
North Bay Credit Union Makes the Switch to Solar Power. - June 19, 2015 - SolarCraft
Church of Scientology Has Open House Centered on Better Care for Environment
The Nashville Church of Scientology held an open house with guest speakers during World Environment Day. The subject was a need for change. - June 18, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Pope Francis to Speak Out on Climate Change During 24-Hour Global Climathon
A 24-hour global Climathon is set to coincide with the much anticipated environmental encyclical by Pope Francis on 18 June. The hackathon-style event will bring together citizens across six continents to find local climate change solutions. - June 17, 2015 - Climate-KIC
Celebrating the Newly Renovated Play Areas for Children Ages 1- 5 at Ruben F. Salazar Park in East Los Angeles
Families in the community of East Los Angeles will be celebrating the newly renovated Tot Lot areas of Salazar Park on June 20th. The newly renovated Tot areas and nature discovery trail are specifically designed for children between the ages of one to five and their caregivers, and include new... - June 16, 2015 - Amigos de los Rios
Rentricity to Push Further Into Irrigation In-Pipe Hydro Market
Richmond Irrigation Company of Utah to develop Flow-to-Wire system to improve energy efficiency. - June 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.
Lumber Imports to China Were Close to Record High in April; Russia, Sweden and Finland Increased Shipments the Most
In April, the import volume of softwood lumber by China reached its second highest level on record as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. Importation during the first four months this year was 2.1 percent higher than in the same period last year, with Russian sawmills increasing their shipments by over 13 percent. Import prices in April were at their lowest level since 2012. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Pellet Exports from the US Increased for the 12th Consecutive Quarter in the 4Q/14
North American pellet exports were 22 percent higher in 2014 than in the previous year, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. While US shipments have been on a steady rise for three years, Canadian export volumes trended downward during 2014. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Osprey Point is Re-Certified as an Audubon International Classic Sanctuary
Osprey Point Golf Course was recently re-certified as a Classic Sanctuary after an on-site review by Audubon International. Osprey Point was the first certified Classic project in the state of Florida and only the second in the United States. Participating in the site review with Classic Program... - June 13, 2015 - Audubon International
de la Parte & Gilbert, P.A. Sponsors Florida Chamber’s Environmental Permitting Summer School
The law firm of de la Parte & Gilbert is pleased to sponsor the Florida Chamber’s 29th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School. The conference is produced by the Florida Environmental Network, Inc. (FENI) and is attended by more than 850 consultants, engineers, developers,... - June 13, 2015 - de la Parte & Gilbert
Marine Mammal Fundraiser Gets Support from Reviva Labs
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center, Brigantine, N.J., its staff, and patients has expressed their gratitude to Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J., for their continuing support of the non-profit organization. Recently Reviva Labs gave their Vitamin E Sticks to runners participating in MMSC’s... - June 12, 2015 - Reviva Labs
Environmental Health Services Fighting a Much Bigger Threat Than Ticks
EHS practices sustainability on every level to set a standard in the fight against a dual threat of ticks and global warming. - June 12, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
E-Cycling Results: Over 20,000 Pounds Recycled
In April, the San Marcos community shed serious pounds at RecycleNow, an electronics recycling event hosted by Texas State University and R3 Recycling. During the event, Marcos Garza, the CEO of R3 Recycling estimated over 7,000 pounds of electronic waste was brought to the event by the community. - June 10, 2015 - R3 Recycling
EMLab P&K Further Expands Climate-Based Mold Lab Report Across MidWest and West Regions of United States
MoldRANGE Local Climate reports are now available to help mold testing professionals in Upper Midwest, Northern Rockies, Southwest, Northwest regions. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the region. - June 08, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Busch Systems Announces 30th Anniversary Sale to Celebrate Company Milestone
To celebrate 30 years of innovation and expansion, Busch Systems announces their first-ever Anniversary Sale promotion which will occur on June 23rd, 24th & 25th, 2015. - June 05, 2015 - Busch Systems
SoBe Arts Presents the World Premiere of Intelligent Systems the Surrender of Self in Mystical Contemplation
This June, SoBe Arts will present the world premiere of Intelligent Systems, an innovative 90-minute musical theater work about nothing less than the nature of the universe, conceived and presented in a thrilling multimedia style that will intrigue its audience and raise important questions about ideas that are - well, literally out of this world. - June 04, 2015 - SoBe Institute of the Arts
The National Foundation for Marine Sciences Announces Receipt of Grant from Seafarer Exploration Corp.
The National Foundation for Marine Sciences has announced today that it has received a significant grant from the Seafarer Exploration Corp (SFRX), a company focused on archaeologically sensitive exploration, research and recovery of historic shipwrecks. The National Foundation for Marine Sciences... - June 04, 2015 - Custer Institute, Inc.
International Agribusiness Group Unveils Redesigned Website
International Agribusiness Group (IAG), a market leader in agricultural commodity research, is proud to announce the launch of a new, redesigned version of their website, www.iag-group.com. The redesigned website highlights key IAG services and aims to help IAG clients find the information they need quickly and easily. Key features include refined seaso nal weather reports, daily video weather updates, and an annual crop tour analysis. - June 03, 2015 - International Agribusiness Group
Gary L. Hunter Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gary L. Hunter of Overland Park, Kansas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of engineering. About Gary L. Hunter Mr. Hunter has over 30 years of experience in the engineering field. He is the... - June 03, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
ViridisChem, Inc. Announces First-in-Market New Software Product "Green Pocketbook" That Enables "Green Aware" Research
"Green Pocketbook" by ViridisChem, Inc. This first-in-market quick reference solution offers full chemical and toxicological profiles of over 60 million compounds, identifies regulatory concerns, provides green scores based on these profiles and allows comparison among chemicals through visual graphs. - June 01, 2015 - ViridisChem, Inc.
Leading Plant Science Society Recognizes Two Danforth Center Scientists
Andrea Eveland, Ph.D. and Daniel Chitwood, Ph.D. assistant members and principal investigators at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center received prestigious awards from the American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), a professional society devoted to the advancement of the plant... - May 31, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
The Only NYC Veg-Friendly Alcohol Festival Comes to Webster Hall
The Better Booze Festival is splashing down at Webster Hall located in New York City’s East Village on Saturday, June 13, 2015 from noon-3:30 p.m. This unique alcohol festival is the brainchild of the founders of U.S. Veg Corp who have a successful history of producing innovative events that are in tune with the current trends. - May 29, 2015 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Source Molecular Joins Water Managers at Ft. Worth Conference
Source Molecular Corporation had a successful exhibit at the 14th National Watershed Conference held on May 17-20, 2015, at the Worthington Renaissance Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas. Source Molecular’s Grace Anderson met with watershed, floodplain and natural resources program managers not only... - May 29, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of “Great Smoky Mountains National Park” Map
In collaboration with the Great Smoky Mountains Assocation (GSMA), Xplorer Maps and wildlife artist Chris Robitaille have created this incredibly unique artistic creation highlighting the fauna, flora, unique geology, iconic landscapes and historic structures of the Great Smoky Mountains. - May 28, 2015 - Xplorer Maps
St. Louis Conservation Thought Leaders Featured at Summer Conversations Program
Let’s Talk About… Prairies, Conservation and Energy - May 28, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Church of Scientology Announces Upcoming Event to Discuss the Environment
The Nashville Church of Scientology is hosting a panel discussion for World Environment Day. - May 22, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Chris Scott’s "Face with a Heart: Mastering Authentic Beauty Makeup" Book Launches June 2 on Amazon Worldwide
Chris Scott’s "Face with a Heart: Mastering Authentic Beauty Makeup" official worldwide Amazon book launch is June 2 and includes free gifts with purchase. - May 18, 2015 - Makeup Gourmet
Wright Scoop Launches Book, "Landscape Gardening with CARE"
Richmond, VA-based The Wright Scoop - Sylvia Hoehns Wright, nationally recognized eco-advocate, launches book, "Landscape Gardening with CARE." - May 15, 2015 - The Wright Scoop
DISH and Reworx Recycling Program Surpasses 3 Million Pound Milestone; Partnership Saves Energy While Creating Jobs for People with Disabilities
In just two years, Reworx has recycled over 3 million pounds of obsolete electronics no longer used by DISH and its subscribers, keeping hazardous materials out of landfills and creating jobs for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. The relationship between the satellite... - May 13, 2015 - Nobis Works
Thilan K. Wijeratne Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thilan K. Wijeratne of Newport News, Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of research. About Thilan K. Wijeratne Mr. Wijeratne is the Cryogenic Process Engineer for Jefferson Lab which... - May 13, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
EMLab P&K Expands Climate-Based Mold Lab Report Across Eastern and Southern Regions of United States
MoldRANGE Local Climate reports are now available to help mold testing professionals in Northeast, Southeast, South, and Ohio Valley (Central) regions. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the region. - May 11, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
High School Students Win Environmental Video Contest
Population Connection Announces Winners of "World of 7 Billion" Student Video Contest - May 09, 2015 - Population Connection Action Fund
Religion Communicators Council Organizes June Meeting with Environment Focus
The Nashville Religion Communicators Council to focus on the environment at its June meeting. - May 09, 2015 - Religion Communicators Council
Central Valley Environmental Cautions about the Dangers of Lead Poisoning & the Importance of Using a Professional Company for Lead Abatement
From San Louis Obispo to San Francisco, Sonoma County, and everywhere in between, Central Valley Environmental has been recognized for providing their customers across Northern and Central California with asbestos abatement services. - May 07, 2015 - Central Valley Environmental
Water from Air System Irrigates Qatar Farm
Atmospheric Water Solutions Provides Water for Farming - May 05, 2015 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
Importation of Logs to China Jumped 76% in March with New Zealand and Australia Increasing Their Shipments the Most
Log arrivals to China surged in March with an increase of 76% over the previous month. This came after almost a year of declining log imports. New Zealand and Australia increased their volumes the most, together accounting for a record-high share of over 50% of the total import volume. Log import prices have trended downward since early 2014. - May 04, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Source Molecular Obtains License for EPA’s New Dog Test
Source Molecular has secured a license from the U.S. EPA to use their latest microbial source tracking (MST) method for detecting dog fecal matter in water samples. - May 03, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
WTS2000 Approvals Extend Nationwide: Aqualete Industries Doubles Rental Fleet
Aqualete Industries WTS2000 saves time and money by accelerating the water treatment process, reducing suspended solids, hydrocarbons, turbidity levels and nutrient loads in water prior to discharge. Aqualete Industries' WTS2000 portable sediment tank is an accepted best management practice in... - May 01, 2015 - Aqualete Industries
Water from Air Systems Installed in Northern Iraq Homes
Atmospheric Water Solutions Provides Water to the Kurds - April 30, 2015 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
New Consumer-Friendly Book, "Our World of Water" Gets the Truth Flowing Behind the Water Crisis
The only book about all aspects of water geared for a consumer audience, “Our World of Water: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Earth’s Most Critical Resource” discusses water from it’s history, to the present and looks to our collective future. - April 29, 2015 - MichaelCervin.com