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The World’s Only DNV “Clean Design” Certified 5 PPM Bilge Alarm is Here
Announcing the New TD-107 5.0™ Oil In Water Monitor from Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments available from NAG Marine. - August 05, 2014 - Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Presentation of Green Machine Invention to Potential Licensees in Industry
An innovative new product designed to serve as a highly beneficial tool with which to recycle, the Refill Machine, has been developed by Joseph Clephane of Steilacoom, Washington. The invention's unique design allows its users to easily and effortlessly engage in an essential recycling task. The... - August 03, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Nashville Church of Scientology: Extending the Gift of Happiness on International Day of Friendship
Members of the Nashville Church of Scientology commemorated United Nations International Day of Friendship with a community cleanup on July 29, 2014. - August 02, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
ETR Laboratories Names Lab Manager
Environmental Testing and Research Laboratories is pleased to announce that Ramakanth Ananthoji, PhD, has assumed the position of Laboratory Manager. Ananthoji comes to ETR Laboratories with a broad level of experience including leadership, management and technical work in both a laboratory and... - August 01, 2014 - Environmental Testing and Research Laboratories, Inc.
Engineer Intern Joins McKim & Creed in Sarasota Office
McKim & Creed, Inc., an engineering, geomatics (surveying) and planning firm with offices throughout the U.S., announces that Mike Nixon, EI has joined the company’s Sarasota, Florida office as an engineer intern. In this role, Nixon works as part of a project team, providing technical... - August 01, 2014 - McKim & Creed, Inc.
Professionals Join McKim & Creed
McKim & Creed, Inc., an engineering, geomatics (surveying) and planning firm with offices throughout the South, announces that Jeff Aker, PLS and David Ridout, PE, have joined the company’s Raleigh, North Carolina headquarters. Aker, who previously worked for 10 years with McKim &... - August 01, 2014 - McKim & Creed, Inc.
DUECO Inc. Names Chad Henkel Design Application Engineer
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, and material handlers in the country, has announced the appointment of Chad Henkel as Design Application Engineer, supporting customer orders in 17 states for... - July 31, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Mountain Water Moves to Mo-Town
Keeper of the Mountains Foundation President Paul Corbit Brown announced today that he and KOTM board member Bill DePaulo will leave Charleston Tuesday afternoon, driving a 27-foot tractor-trailer rig laden with 1080 gallons of water, destined for the inner city of Detroit on Wednesday AM. The... - July 28, 2014 - Keeper Of The Mountains Foundation
Casa Dorada on the Forefront of Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts in Los Cabos
July marks the beginning of sea turtle nesting season on the coasts of Los Cabos, Mexico and Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort and Spa, a five-star beachfront resort in Cabo San Lucas, leads the way in protecting these marvelous creatures. Having created the Casa Dorada Sanctuary Project back in 2008... - July 28, 2014 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Plant Tour Reinforces Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver-area concrete pipe plant for state officials addresses critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 25, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
The Way to Happiness Youth Club Organizes Community Cleanup for Nashville
Nashville’s “The Way to Happiness” Youth Club is organizing a community cleanup in honor of the United Nations International Day of Friendship. They are inviting others to join them in this effort to keep Nashville clean and beautiful. - July 25, 2014 - The Way to Happiness
RAL CO2OL Print: the Carbon Footprint Tool for Resource-Efficient Fridge Demanufacturing
When it comes to disposing of waste electrical and electronic equipment, experts agree that demanufacturing end-of-life refrigeration appliances is the most effective way to reduce atmospheric greenhouse gas emissions – provided that demanufacturing is carried out in a transparent manner and in accordance with meaningful quality standards. - July 23, 2014 - RAL Quality Assurance Association
Lucideon Achieves Extension to ISO 14001 UKAS Accreditation
Lucideon, the management systems certification and sustainability assurance provider, is pleased to announce that it has been granted by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) an extension to its ISO 14001 accreditation to now include EA codes 32 & 34. - July 23, 2014 - Lucideon
Rentricity NSF Certified Technology Ready for Clean Energy Markets
New product offering will provide safer water quality standard equipment that recovers wasted energy in pressurized water pipes. - July 22, 2014 - Rentricity Inc.
Business Starts to Flow for Volcano Risk Assessment Startup
The first start-up business using University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) technology announces initial revenues from its volcanic ash forecasting and risk planning tools. The startup, named V-ADAPT, Inc. specializes in understanding the risk of volcanic eruptions and ash on global transportation,... - July 22, 2014 - Nanook Tech Ventures Inc.
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of the "Lake Tahoe" Fine Art Map
Through a collaborative partnerships with the Tahoe Heritage Foundation Xplorer Maps is proud to release this hand-lettered, gorgeous fine-art illustration of Lake Tahoe. Xplorer Maps is donating the original artwork in addition to a portion of all map sales in perpetuity to the Tahoe Heritage Foundation. - July 22, 2014 - Xplorer Maps
Rentokil Initial Malaysia Introduces Structured Survey to Improve Hygiene Standards in the Office
Employees are more prone to fall sick in the office because the risk of cross contamination is higher. By identifying the germ hotspots, it helps employers to take appropriate action in order to elevate the hygiene standards in the workplace. - July 22, 2014 - Rentokil Initial
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of "Banff National Park"
Canadian artist Chris Robitaille and Xplorer Maps have highlighted the incredible fauna, flora, unique geology and iconic landscapes of the greater Banff region including features of Kootenay and Yoho National Parks in the latest map release "Banff National Park." Every line, letter and icon in this old-world style map illustration is custom and entirely rendered by hand; absolutely unique and original as is every Xplorer Maps map. - July 18, 2014 - Xplorer Maps
McKim & Creed Engineers Graduate from Future Leaders Program
McKim & Creed, Inc., an engineering, surveying and planning firm headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, is pleased to announce that two of its engineers, Grant Livengood, PE and Chris Windley, PE, have successfully completed the Future Leaders Program sponsored by the American Council of... - July 18, 2014 - McKim & Creed, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Serving as Marketing and Licensing Agent for Green # 1 Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a valuable and versatile recycling accessory, the Green # 1, has been developed by Nebojsa Rakic of Hallandale Beach, Florida. The invention's unique design allows it to effectively address the common problems related to the preparation and temporary... - July 18, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Architect Gary Gene Olp, FAIA Recognized for Significant Contribution to National Architecture & Society
Dallas, TX based award-winning architect and eco-preneur Gary Gene Olp, FAIA, LEED AP B D + C was inducted into the distinguished AIA College of Fellows in Chicago in late June. An honor bestowed upon less than 3% of the AIA’s 83,000 members, the accreditation comes with the responsibility and commitment to continue contributing to leadership, innovation, and mentorship in the Architecture and design industry. - July 17, 2014 - GGO Architects
Eco Sciences, LLC in Leesburg, Florida Announced Today That Their New SolarOrganite® Septic Waste Treatment Facilities is Now Available for Installation Here in Florida
In order to help to protect Florida's waters, lakes, rivers, streams and springs, Eco Sciences, LLC has come up with a new low cost solar environmental friendly technological solution that will meet all State and Federal regulations and will also reduce the current cost of septic waste disposal to septic tank pumping and septic waste hauling companies so that any new regulations does not hurt their business. - July 14, 2014 - Solarorganite, LLC
Plant Tour to Underscore Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver area concrete pipe plant for state legislators will address critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 11, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
NPAF Artist Presents Hula Festival in Sacramento
In conjunction with The Makanaaloha Group, Rick Makanaaloha Kia‘imeaokekanaka San Nicolas will launch the 8th year of The George Na'ope Hula Festival in Old Town Sacramento from July 19-20. Rick Makanaaloha Kia‘imeaokekanaka San Nicolas, the debut artist, is with the National Parks Arts... - July 11, 2014 - The Makanaaloha Group
Rentokil Initial Malaysia Launches an Enhanced Online Reporting System to Support Risk Management
Food & beverage manufacturing, industrial & manufacturing, and food related businesses amongst those to benefit from tailored online integrated pest management system - July 10, 2014 - Rentokil Initial
Experts Present Alarming Geoengineering Data to Shasta County Board of Supervisors
Key Speakers will present alarming factual data / scientific reports pertaining to Solar Radiation Management to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors in their official government setting. - July 10, 2014 - GeoEngineering Watch
Cut Pesticides and Repel Japanese Beetles and Garden Pests with New Organic Technology on Kickstarter
The technology, BugVibes™, helps home gardeners to grow organic food with methods that are safe for families, pets, and honeybees. - July 10, 2014 - BugVibe LLC
Point Click Switch Expands Business to Connecticut
The premier online shopping destination for electricity customers is expanding their service area to give even more customers access to more energy savings and choices. - July 08, 2014 - Point Click Switch
Climate-KIC Champions Multidisciplinary Approach at the Start of Europe’s Biggest Climate Change Summer School
Nearly 300 students from 40 countries, representing 71 disciplines, will today embark on Europe’s largest climate change education programme – the Climate-KIC summer school. The five week-long course will offer a unique combination of academic study and real-world business experience with the aim of creating the climate change leaders of tomorrow. - July 07, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Viewpoints Industry TV to Report on Satellite Evidence of Global Warming on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV will examine the possibility that a satellite can prove or disprove carbon buildup in our atmosphere. - July 05, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
European Urban Public Transport Energy Efficiency Competition Launched in Berlin
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, and Berlin’s public transport company BVG have teamed up for the Open Innovation Slam 2014 competition. - July 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
United Sportsmen's Youth Foundation Announces River Clean and River Warrior Challenge
BGA Enterprises and Ace Luciano have been chosen to launch the new format for the USYF's 12th annual River Clean event. A Canoe and Kayak Race, a 4K Mud Run, and Live entertainment round out the weekend. - July 02, 2014 - BGA Enterprises
Dawn Myers Named Director of Office Services at New Day Underwriting Managers
New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of high-quality environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverage, has named Dawn Myers as director of office services. She is responsible for the company’s day-to-day-accounting and financial... - July 01, 2014 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
MuLondon Skincare Products Endorsed as Cruelty-Free by Naturewatch
MuLondon Skincare Earns Naturewatch Cruelty-Free Endorsement and Listing in The Compassionate Shopping Guide. - June 28, 2014 - MuLondon - Natural Organic Skincare
Rodney T. Smith, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rodney T. Smith, Ph.D. of Claremont, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of water resource consulting. About Rodney T. Smith, Ph.D. Dr. Smith has over 35 years experience in the... - June 26, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Tersus Introduces Unique Surfactant Technology and Implementation Techniques for Complex Site Remediation
Tersus is the worldwide distributor of the leading surfactant technology, TASK™ (Tersus Advanced Surface Kinetics) and related products developed by Surbec. These anionic surfactant formulations have the unique ability to selectively desorb and liberate sorbed petroleum hydrocarbons from soil and fractured bedrock surfaces allowing for their improved mass recovery and or improved treatment by other remediation techniques. - June 26, 2014 - Tersus Environmental, LLC
Motor Homes & Diesel Trucks Can Save Fuel Using Hydrogen – ECOFuelMaximizer
Summer is here and over the road Diesel owners are doing all they can to increase their MPG. - June 25, 2014 - HydroDynamicsHHO.com
A New Regional SolarOrganite® Biosolids Management Facility
A Florida land owner will be having a SolarOrganite® Biosolids Management Facility setup on his farm land to protect the environment and make Class AA/EQ fertilizer. - June 20, 2014 - Solarorganite, LLC
Hammock Dunes Joins Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program
The private community of Hammock Dunes has become the sixth community in Florida to join Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program. The Sustainable Communities Program provides a framework to merge economic and social considerations with the protection and enhancement of a... - June 20, 2014 - Audubon International
Audubon International’s Joanna Nadeau to Give Keynote Address at UNESCO Celebration
Joanna Nadeau, Associate Director of Environmental Programs at Audubon International, will deliver the keynote address at an event celebrating the tenth anniversary of UNESCO’s Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve in Parry Sound, Ontario. The event will take place Monday, June 23rd at 7:00pm at the... - June 20, 2014 - Audubon International
USGBC-Illinois Announces New Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunities for 2014 GreenBuilt Home Tour
The unique educational event offers a wide range of corporate sponsorship packages and branding opportunities for building products manufacturers and consumer-focused brands and institutions. - June 20, 2014 - USGBC- Illinois Chapter
Arlen Van Draanen and Richard Martinez Present at Alternative Energy Advisors Geothermal Energy Conference
Arlen Van Draanen, Richard Martinez discuss Global Geothermal Energy Development at Alternative Energy Advisors Geothermal Partners Conference - June 19, 2014 - Alternative Energy Advisors
Vail ProductsTM Introduces the X Series - Line of Attachments for Compact Track Loaders, Skid Steer Loaders, Utility Tractors
Vail ProductsTM introduces a new series of attachments for compact track loaders, skid steer loaders and utility tractors-called the Vail ProductsTM X Series. - June 19, 2014 - VAIL Products
HoneyColony Warns Bee Loss Numbers Worse than Reported by Mainstream as They Continue on Their Mission to Save the Bees
Sales of the Bee the Change t-shirt, as featured in the latest issue of Lucky Magazine, will benefit The Pollination Project. - June 16, 2014 - HoneyColony
Texas-Based Start-Up Might Have the Final Answer to the Junk Mail Battle
The HomeE Digital Ad Platform is the First Real Alternative to Print Media. - June 15, 2014 - Hum Tum, Inc.
Referral Program Awards Cash for Trash to Loyal Existing Clients and Newcomers to Reduce Waste Nationwide
Waste removal management can be a cumbersome and costly task for many businesses. A new web-based service, called Grid Waste may be the solution. Grid Waste helps waste generators get competitive quotes from trash haulers, measure waste collection data, and manage payments and communication all through its online interface. - June 13, 2014 - Grid Waste
Omved Celebrates "World Environment Day" in a Unique Way
Omved announces a flat 20% discount on all its products and sets up a pledge tree at their Phoenix location. - June 12, 2014 - Omved Lifestyle Store
Odyne Systems, LLC Showcased Plug-in Hybrid Systems on Early DOE Award Trucks at 2014 EUFMC
Vehicles Are Among the First of 120 to be Delivered in 2014 Under $45.4 Million DOE Award. - June 11, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
New Day Underwriting Managers Expands Operations with New Corporate Headquarters
Expansion Necessitated by 35 Percent Growth in Revenues & Staffing Over the Past Year - June 11, 2014 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Free Educational Tour on Energy Efficient Building Sponsored by Arlington Designer Homes and Energy House June 14th
Award-winning local green home builder Arlington Designer Homes has partnered with Energy House to host a free educational tour on energy efficient building this Saturday, June 14th, from 12:00 – 4:00 pm. Arlington Designer Homes is opening two of its new homes, located at 4033 N. 22nd St. and 2200 Military Rd. in Arlington, VA, to the public for a free, guided educational tour highlighting the latest in energy saving technologies. - June 11, 2014 - Arlington Designer Homes