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SpringPeople Team Joins Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan
Friday evening, the time when most people like to relax and enjoy the mood of “Thanks God It’s Friday,” Team SpringPeople went out with a mission in their mind - Clean a children’s park/playground of all the garbage & litter. The Park: Located in HSR Layout, Bangalore,... - March 18, 2015 - SpringPeople Software Private Limited
Seagulls Contaminate Beaches in Huron County, Ontario
Microbial source tracking helped Canadian town pinpoint the source of fecal contamination in their beaches. - March 16, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
American Society for the Protection of Nature INC Announces This Years Date for Tye Dye Day
Tye Dye Day® is where participants donate $5 or more in exchange for wearing an article of Tye Dye clothing to work. Each year Tye Dye Day coincides with National Earth Day, which this year is Wednesday, April 22, 2015. - March 15, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
The World's First 100% Solar Powered, High Flow, Marine Fuel Dispenser Cart
BETA Fueling Systems has unveiled their new 100% solar powered fuel dispenser cart for marine applications. Designed to safely deliver fuel at flow rates of 10 gallons per minute (gpm) up to 150 gpm through interchangeable nozzles, it’s zero turn radius and ease of maneuverability make it the... - March 13, 2015 - BETA Fueling Systems
Hammock Dunes Earns Audubon International Green Community Award
Hammock Dunes is the second private community in Florida to earn the Green Community Award from Audubon International, a non-profit environmental organization, for their ongoing sustainability initiatives. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for... - March 13, 2015 - Audubon International
Midwest Solar Expo Returns to Minneapolis in 2015
Second annual conference announces speakers and expanded format. - March 12, 2015 - Midwest Solar Expo
Eiffel Tower Installs Wind Turbines to Produce Renewable Energy on Site
UGE uses Ambor Structures Monopole for historical installation. - March 11, 2015 - AirExpo 2016
EMLab P&K Opens Atlanta Asbestos Lab with NVLAP Accreditation for Asbestos Analysis
EMLab P&K opens NVLAP accredited asbestos laboratory in Atlanta, Georgia to analyze asbestos in bulk insulation samples and bulk building materials. The Atlanta lab is EMLab P&K’s eleventh lab accredited by NVLAP for bulk asbestos fiber analysis. - March 11, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
American Society for the Protection of Nature INC is Proud to Announce They Have Attained 501 (C) 3 Status
On March 9th the American Society for the Protection of Nature INC received notification from the IRS that they met and were given the status of being exempt from Federal Income Tax. - March 11, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Fontana Dam, NC to be Designated Newest Appalachian Trail Community™ on March 26th
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), along with the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club (SMHC), invite the public to attend the official designation of Fontana Dam, North Carolina, as the newest Appalachian Trail Community™. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, March 26, and is free and open to... - March 11, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
EMLab P&K Microbiologist Discovers New Species of Linkosia Fungus, Published in Mycotaxon
Microbiologist from EMLab P&K’s Phoenix microbiology laboratory discovers new species of fungus in southeastern Florida. Peer-reviewed article about Linkosia longirostrata sp. nov. is published in Mycotaxon. - March 09, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Hawai’i Volcanoes Adds Artist-in-Residence Program
The Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park (HAVO) of the National Park Service, in cooperation with the non-profit National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) announced today the expansion of its residency program to host a second artist for a 1-month December residency at the Park. The artist, to be... - March 08, 2015 - National Parks Arts Foundation
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs Present 2nd Annual LionFish Fest – Feast on the Beast
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs are hosting the 2nd Annual “Lionfish Fest – Feast on the Beast.” On Sunday, March 29 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, the public is invited to join celebrated local chefs that will present a unique twist on Florida fare... - March 08, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Organic Gardeners Excited to Plant HAGA’s Survival Seeds This Spring
Organic gardeners all over the world have been waiting for months for spring to come. And now that it's almost here, they can hardly contain their excitement. - March 08, 2015 - Home and Garden America
Audubon International Introduces BioBlitz, an Earth Day Program for Golf Courses
Environmental nonprofit Audubon International is excited to introduce the first global Golf Course BioBlitz, a free program for golf courses, which will run the week of Earth Day, April 19-25, 2015. BioBlitz is a species counting competition designed to create awareness among golfers and the... - March 07, 2015 - Audubon International
Mystic Botanical Opens New Eco Friendly Online Store
Mystic Botanical is pleased to announce the launch of their new online store. Just in time for spring with a new eco fashion lineup. Products made from hemp-raffia-bamboo! Visit them at www.mysticbotanical.com - March 06, 2015 - Mystic Botanical
Gasparilla Music Festival Rocks Locally, Acts Globally
Carbon offsets, composting and bike valet round out the sustainability initiatives that are making a measurable impact. - March 04, 2015 - Gasparilla Music Festival
EMLab P&K Releases MoldRANGE Local Climate Report for Mold Testing in Illinois, Texas and Colorado
EMLab P&K releases MoldRANGE Local Climate in Illinois, Texas and Colorado to help mold testing professionals. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the zip code where the mold testing took place. - March 03, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Xtend-Life Launches XtendOceanLife.org to Boost Ocean Awareness
Learn how to conserve and protect the world’s oceans at www.xtendoceanlife.org. - February 25, 2015 - Xtend-Life Natural Products
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
Triangle Land Conservancy Presents Wild Ideas for Getting Outside
Triangle Land Conservancy presents Wild Ideas for Getting Outside, a free public event aimed at encouraging everyone to get outside in nature and play, on March 3, 2015 at The Frontier in Research Triangle Park. - February 21, 2015 - Triangle Land Conservancy
Aditya Birla Group to Host Solar Impulse 2 in India
This March, Solar Impulse begins an attempt to be the first solar-powered airplane to fly around the world, powered only by the sun's rays. As it crosses India, the plane, “Solar Impulse 2,” will be hosted by The Aditya Birla Group. - February 20, 2015 - Aditya Birla Group
Gilbert Gordon Honored as 2015 Professional of the Year in Water Research
Gilbert Gordon, of Oxford, Ohio, has been honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as a 2015 Professional of the Year. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of his outstanding achievements in Water Research. - February 13, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
SynergY Founder Honoured with International Diana Award
An award set up in memory of Princess Diana. - February 13, 2015 - SynergY
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
The Langham, Boston Honored for Environmental Leadership with Oyster Shell Recycling
Downtown Boston Hotel has been a leader in recycling oyster shell working with a local non-profit the Mass Oyster Project who is working to restore oysters. - February 09, 2015 - Mass Oyster Project
averda to Deploy First of Its Kind KSA Underground Waste Collection System in Saudi Arabia
averda, the largest waste management company in the MENA region, is launching the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s first underground waste containers. The deployment will bring one of the most efficient underground waste systems to heavily populated areas such as Riyadh, Jeddah and Jubail. With the... - February 07, 2015 - averda
Mims Distributing Company Partners with Triangle Delta Waterfowl to Promote Environmental Preservation and Safe Drinking
North Carolina Beer Distributor Sends Message of Responsibility Through Sponsoring Annual Banquet. - February 07, 2015 - Mims Distributing
BBF Proven as Revolutionary Tertiary Filtration Providing Simultaneous Nitrogen Removal: SWRCB Accepts BBF as Title 22 Alternative Technology
BKT’s biological filtration (BBF) system has been approved by the California State Water Resources Control Board as an alternative filtration technology for achieving the minimum turbidity level required under Title 22 of the California Water Recycling Criteria. Over the last six months, BKT... - February 07, 2015 - BKT
SCCWRP to Discuss Digital PCR at SoCal Beach Meeting
The Southern California Beach Meeting will be held this February 18, 2015, in Costa Mesa, and will include a discussion on Digital Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technology. - February 04, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Source Molecular is Now in California’s CEDEN Database
Source Molecular can now be found in California's database related to water quality. - February 04, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
EMLab P&K Launches MoldRANGE Local Climate Report for Mold Testing in Florida and Arizona
EMLab P&K launches MoldRANGE Local Climate to help IAQ professionals who perform mold testing in Florida and Arizona. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the zip code where the mold testing took place. - February 02, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Magnolia Virginiana, Selected Plants of CARE
Glen Allen, VA based The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright, founder of the Plants of Care plant recognition program and recipient of the Turning America from Eco-weak to Eco-chic award, recognizes Magnolia Virginiana as a "plants of CARE." - January 31, 2015 - The Wright Scoop
Esteemed Member, Professor Gilbert Gordon, Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Professor Gilbert Gordon of Oxford, Ohio is being recognized for his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Higher Education. He has been selected as America’s Registry’s Trailblazer for 2015. - January 30, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
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.
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
Rio Verde Community Association Earns Sustainable Planning Award from Audubon International
Rio Verde Community Association has earned the Sustainable Planning Award from Audubon International. The award is an important milestone in Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program and recognizes a community’s successful completion of Stage 2: defining and adopting a... - January 23, 2015 - Audubon International
California Source Tracking Webinar Attracts Record Number of Attendees
The microbial source tracking presentation of Source Molecular Corporation is now available online. - January 21, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
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.
The Landings at Skidaway Island Earns Green Community Award from Audubon International
The Landings at Skidaway Island is the first community in Georgia to earn the Green Community Award for their ongoing sustainability initiatives. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for the award, which recognizes significant environmental... - January 15, 2015 - Audubon International
Plywood Industry in India - 2014: Market Reports on India
MarketReportsonIndia.com presents a report on "Plywood Industry in India - 2014: Market size, Market trends, Growth drivers, Future forecast, Market opportunity." This report provides an insight into the Plywood Industry's current scenario, structure and practices in India. - January 14, 2015 - Market Reports on India
New Mexico Bacteria Source Tracking Project Gains Media Attention
Some news organizations have featured in 2014 the microbial source tracking project undertaken by the San Juan Watershed Group in New Mexico. - January 14, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Odyne Systems, LLC Enhances System Engineering and Support Focus
New Patents, Technical Staff Appointments Support Continued Industry Leadership - January 13, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
EMLab P&K Partners with Ian Cull of Indoor Sciences, Sponsors IAQ Training Course in San Francisco Bay Area
EMLab P&K sponsors the IAQA Indoor Environmentalist Course in the San Francisco area. The indoor air quality (IAQ) training course is taught by Ian Cull of Indoor Sciences. - January 12, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Vail Products® Renews for 2015 with Gamekeepers on Pursuit Channel
Vail Products® of Horton, KS, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket severe-duty construction equipment attachments and land management tools, has renewed its television partnership with Gamekeepers of Mossy Oak for the series’ 2015 schedule on the Pursuit Channel. “Gamekeepers... - January 08, 2015 - VAIL Products
American Society for the Protection of Nature Announces Merger
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation along with Adirondack Wilderness Adventures Inc. and the American Wilderness Foundation have merged one organization. They are now a Not for Profit Corporation in the State of New York. Their new name is "American Society for the Protection of Nature INC." - January 07, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
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
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