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Rentricity Partners with Cornell Pump Company to Supply NSF Certified Turbines for In-Pipe Hydro Energy Recovery
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, executed an exclusive agreement with the Cornell Pump Company of Clackamas, Oregon to develop a line of NSF 61 certified turbines; better known as pumps operating as turbines (PATs). The agreement will support the growing requirement... - November 12, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
U.S. Climate Plan with New Report: In Lead Up to International Climate Talks, Researchers Indicate Need for Greater American Leadership
New research this month from U.S. Climate Plan details how President Barack Obama’s plans fall short of necessary actions, and outlines additional and alternative policies the U.S. must adopt. The group advocates a fee on emissions of greenhouse gases from all energy sources, a national green bank, regulating fossil fuel exports, administrative actions, and a number of other policy reforms. - November 07, 2013 - U.S. Climate Plan
Joseph Nawa Named Account Executive at New Day Underwriting Managers
Joseph Nawa has been named Account Executive in the General Industry Practice of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, an environmental and construction-related professional liability resource for insurance agents and brokers. He is responsible for helping New Day clients representing the... - November 06, 2013 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Papros Inc: Brief Webinar on Demand Released on Using Lab Reports for Global Product Compliance Demonstration
This webinar on demand sheds light on the latest developments in lab report standards for global product compliance and how to efficiently use those developments for compliance demonstration. - November 05, 2013 - Papros Inc.
Living Green Network Donates Over $24,000 for Flood Relief Efforts in Boulder County, CO
The Living Green Foundation has donated over $24,000 in cash for flood relief efforts in Boulder County and has provided over $10,000 in equipment, materials, and supplies to support volunteers offering immediate relief. Over 100 families in Boulder County have been served. Living Green is now shifting its attention toward raising funds for three priorities after the devastating floods that hit Colorado in September. - November 03, 2013 - Living GREEN Foundation
Black Oak Golf Club Achieves Audubon International Signature Certification
Black Oak Golf Club LLC has recently been designated as the first Certified Signature Sanctuary in the state of New Jersey after completing requirements and meeting the strict environmental criteria of the Audubon International Signature Program. To become certified, Signature Program members must... - November 03, 2013 - Audubon International
Sandy Zimmerman Interviewed Skylar Stuck, General Manager of Halter Ranch Vineyards for the Article "Sustainability in Practice is a New Certification for Wine"
Skylar Stuck, General Manager of Halter Ranch Vineyards, explained, “We are part of a group called Sustainability in Practice (SIP)." - November 02, 2013 - Sandy Zimmerman
Owensboro, KY Joins Audubon International's Sustainable Communities Program
The community of Owensboro recently became the first community in Kentucky to join Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program. It is the 14th community in the US to work with Audubon International to move toward environmental, economic, and social sustainability. “We are... - November 02, 2013 - Audubon International
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Winners of National Student Competitions
Community college students won cash awards in national competitions run by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - November 01, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Riverwood, Florida Earns Audubon Green Community Award
The Riverwood community has earned the Audubon Green Community Award from Audubon International, a non-profit environmental organization. Riverwood becomes the first private community in Florida and the third entity in the state to earn the Audubon Green Community Award for their ongoing green... - November 01, 2013 - Audubon International
Award-Winning Outdoor Writer and Businessman Tom Keer Joins Audubon International’s Board of Directors
Audubon International is excited to announce that Tom Keer, Founder and President of The Keer Group, has joined the Board of Directors (Board). In joining Audubon International’s Board of Directors, Tom will be taking over the seat previously held by Jim Becker, President & CEO of EPIC... - October 30, 2013 - Audubon International
Support Environmental Sustainability in the Gambia and Help PRSP to Help Their Community
Repairing water erosion damage to the road and PRSP's buildings in The Gambia to help PRSP to continue to carry out their environmental activities. - October 30, 2013 - PRSP
1799 Stone Foundation for Martha's Vineyard's First Lighthouse Discovered
The island of Martha's Vineyard is located next to an area of hazardous submerged rocks known as "Devil's Bridge." Devil's Bridge claimed the lives of many sailors. In 1799 the newly formed government of the United States built the first of six lighthouses on the island. On October 21, 2013 - environmental historian and photographer, William Waterway discovered the foundation that once supported the wooden 1799 lighthouse. - October 25, 2013 - William Waterway
Open Discussion for Manufacturers on BMPs (Best Management Practices) in Greening Global Processes
A town hall style open discussion is initiated for the promotion of BMPs (Best Management Practices) in the supply chain for the greening of global practices for manufacturers. - October 24, 2013 - Papros Inc.
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Members Present Awards to UV Innovators at World Congress 2013
The International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) recently held a World Congress with the International Ozone Association in Las Vegas, NV. During the conference, the IUVA made some distinguished awards to UV scientists, engineers, industry leaders and students. - October 24, 2013 - International Ultraviolet Association
Cortney Thompson of Green House Data Selected to Participate in NSF International’s Joint Committee to Develop Environmental Standard for Computer Servers
New NSF standard to specify material, energy consumption, lifecycle and corporate responsibility requirements for computer servers. - October 22, 2013 - Green House Data
Hot Bambú Charcoal – Sustainable Grilling
Maya Bamboo, makers of Hot Bambú charcoal, bring a sustainable choice in the grilling market with a charcoal that has no chemicals, fillers, or trees. The world’s consumption of grilling charcoal, made from wood, leads to clear-cutting, loss of natural resources, and soil erosion in... - October 22, 2013 - Maya Bamboo
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned for Emerald Necklace Tot Park and Trail at Newly Renovated Pixley Park in City of Maywood
October 23rd from 10am-11am, Amigos de los Rios, the City of Maywood, and First5LA and Supervisor Gloria Molina–County First District invite the local community to attend a Ribbon Cutting “Re-Opening Ceremony” of Pixley “Bunny” Park, Maywood, CA. - October 17, 2013 - Amigos de los Rios
EMLab P&K Microbiologist Discovers New Species of Ellisembia Fungus, Published in Mycotaxon
Microbiologist from EMLab P&K’s Phoenix microbiology laboratory discovers new species of fungus in southwestern Florida. Peer-reviewed article about Ellisembia mercadoi sp. nov. is published in Mycotaxon. - October 15, 2013 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Dr. Vernon Burrows Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who Publication
Dr. Vernon Burrows, of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Plant Breeding. About Dr. Vernon Burrows Dr. Burrows is recognized as both a national and international authority on oat... - October 14, 2013 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers is Recognized by Mayor Parker a Valuable Partner in the New DROPoff Houston e-Waste Recycling Program
Local self storage facilities partner with the City of Houston and GREENspot DROPoff to accept residents' electronic waste free of charge to be responsibly recycled thereby keeping dangerous materials out of landfills and streams. - October 11, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
To Resilient, Sustainable Cities Buro Happold Principal to UN-Habitat: Good Urban Development is Key to Resilient, Sustainable Cities
Craig Schwitter, PE, principal at international engineering firm Buro Happold, spoke at the UN General Assembly on Friday, October 4, as part of World Habitat Day. Schwitter’s presentation focused on ways to strengthen the urban fabric of New York and other cities to make them more resilient... - October 10, 2013 - Buro Happold
BlueTech® Research Launches BTR 6.0 Online Water Technology Intelligence Platform
BlueTech® Research, an independent water technology market intelligence firm, has launched BlueTech® 6.0, the company’s cornerstone online water technology intelligence platform. - October 09, 2013 - BlueTech Research
HEVO Power's High Tech Manhole Cover Charges Electric Vehicle Adoption
HEVO Power's wireless electric vehicle charging technology selected as SAFE Emerging Innovation Semi-Finalist. - October 08, 2013 - Integrated Solar Technology
Organic and Environmental Products is Now Open for Business
The solutions offered by Organic and Environmental Products includes all-natural treatments for health, MSM, aquarium care, composting, chelation, odor control, mold removal, and much more. - October 07, 2013 - Organic and Environmental Products
Imagine Science Films Artist Mara G. Haseltine's Live Performance of "La Bohème: A Portrait of Today’s Oceans in Peril" with Advanced Screening of "Invisible Oceans"
Internationally renown environmental Artist Mara G. Haseltine invites the public to a groundbreaking live performance of "La Bohème: A Portrait of Today’s Oceans in Peril" and advance screening of "Invisible Oceans" with artist and director Emily Driscoll. Taking... - October 04, 2013 - Mara G. Haseltine
Harness the Carbon Reduction Benefits of Trenchless Construction with PW Trenchless Ltd
In trying to demonstrate the benefits of Trenchless PW Trenchless has been working on the link between trenchless construction and low carbon emissions. It’s for this reason that more municipalities are now adopting trenchless technologies within their work. Trenchless construction has been... - October 04, 2013 - P.W. Trenchless Construction Inc.
Salmon Watch Reconnects with Alumni After 20 Years
Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Oregon-grown environmental-education program has started a Facebook campaign to reconnect with its thousands of alumni. - October 03, 2013 - World Salmon Council
True Nature Foundation Starts International Project to Bring Back the Aurochs
The True Nature Foundation has launched a project to bring back the Aurochs; the Uruz Project. Uruz is the old Germanic word for Aurochs and seems fit for a project that has the goal to recreate the mighty wild cattle that roamed throughout Europe until four centuries ago. - October 03, 2013 - True Nature Foundation
Company Provides New Vent Mist Elimination System Meeting EPA Requirements
In response to the EPA setting new air quality regulations for stationary engines, JB Systems offers the HILCO® Vent Mist Elimination System to meet these new requirements. - October 01, 2013 - JB Systems
CICS to Run Free Webinar on Mandatory Carbon Reporting
Following the announcement that Mandatory Carbon is now law and will come into force on 1 October 2013, CICS will be running a free webinar - "Mandatory Carbon Reporting - What You Need to Know." Taking place on Thursday 24 October at 3pm (UK time), the webinar promises to demystify Mandatory Carbon Reporting (MCR). - September 29, 2013 - Complete Integrated Certification Services Ltd
RECON Climbs Higher on ENR’s Top 200
RECON has once again been named in the 2013 Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms. Ranking #64 this year, RECON rose 18 spots. RECON also moved up to #14 in the Top 30 All-Environment Firms list and is again in ENR’s list of Top 20 Hazardous Waste Contractors. - September 25, 2013 - Remedial Construction Services, LP
Coppinwood Golf Club Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Coppinwood Golf Club of Goodwood, Ontario has been designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary by Audubon International. - September 25, 2013 - Audubon International
Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania Protected from Racetrack Development
The culmination of a decade-long battle, the prevention of the Alpine Rose racetrack is a major triumph for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. - September 22, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Dr. Pawel Woelke Attends Prestigious NAE Frontiers of Engineering Symposium
Eighty-one of the nation's brightest young engineers were chosen to attend this year’s National Academy of Engineering event. Woelke leads a Weidlinger team set to launch unprecedented fracture-quantification software. - September 21, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Celebrates 3rd Annual Family Hiking Day
Held on National Public Lands Day, Family Hiking Day is an initiative developed by the ATC to introduce families to the A.T. and the benefits that come from spending time outdoors. - September 21, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
A New Site Development, Renewable Energy, Construction Management Company Has Arrived in Denver - Five Star Companies, LLC
Five Star Companies, LLC is a unique and diversified veteran-owned company, focused on superior customer satisfaction in Construction Management (Traditional and Renewable Energy) and Civil/Site Development - emphasizing the LEED principles while promoting renewable energy concepts. - September 20, 2013 - Five Star Companies, LLC
Pinnacle Ozone Releases the World’s Most Energy Efficient Ozone Generator Technology
Pinnacle Ozone Solutions, LLC announces the release of its newest QuadBlock® Generation II (Gen II) ozone technology. The event marks the introduction of the world’s most advanced and reliable ozone generation system, offering customers substantially lower total energy costs, and lower... - September 20, 2013 - Pinnacle Ozone Solutions, LLC
Bald Head Island Joins Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program
Bald Head Island in North Carolina becomes the 13th community to join Audubon International's Sustainable Communities Program. - September 20, 2013 - Audubon International
Waste King Wins a Further Gold Recycling Award
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has won a second Gold Award from the National Recycling Stars Scheme. It won its first Gold Award from the Scheme last year and, in 2011, it won a Silver Award. The scheme, run by E2B Pulse, the UK carbon reduction network,... - September 20, 2013 - Waste King
Internationally Renown Environmental Artist Mara G. Haseltine Shows Her Open Studio Work "La Boheme a Portrait of Today's Oceans in Peril"
For this occasion the artist's studio will mimic the complex world that the artist sees when she is looking through the microscope. Bathed by black lights, the plankton inspired sculptures gleam in exquisite contrast with the rough plastic they cling to. Viewers will enter into a world where the fantastical forms of plankton and pollution form a dramatic portrait of today’s microscopic ocean. A minuscule world threatened by pollution. - September 19, 2013 - Mara G. Haseltine
The Skajaquoda Group Prepares to Expand with New Headquarters
The Skajaquoda Group recently moved their headquarters from Claymont, Delaware to a much larger building in Clarkfield, Minnesota. The new headquarters will house Skajaquoda and their research facility. The relocation to a larger building will be a valuable asset for growth in the market and the... - September 19, 2013 - Skajaquoda Group
IEEE OnlineGreenComm 2013 to Hold Third Annual Event from October 29 - 31
Fully-Virtual, Three Day Conference to Host More Than One Dozen Sessions Devoted to Next Wave Green Communications & Energy Saving Technologies. - September 19, 2013 - IEEE Communications Society
Trenchless Pipe Installation Services of PW Trenchless Enable Firms to Reduce Environmental Effects of Construction Work
Helps improve environmental factors of projects. - September 15, 2013 - P.W. Trenchless Construction Inc.
Sand Ridge Golf Club Celebrates Fifteen Years of Audubon International Certification
Sand Ridge Golf Club was recently re-certified as a Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International. Sand Ridge registered in the Signature Program in 1998 and recently passed its sixth on-site review. The golf course is the only private club in the state of Ohio to earn and maintain its certification... - September 11, 2013 - Audubon International
Environmental Data Resources Will Sponsor The ENFOS Experience
Environmental Data Resources (EDR) Will be a Sponsoring Company at the Fourth Annual ENFOS Experience. - September 11, 2013 - ENFOS, Inc.
More Than Fifty Waste King Waste Pods Now in Use
More than 50 commercial customers of Waste King - the specialist collection, clearance and recycling company based in Hemel Hempstead – are now using the company’s waste pods to segregate and remove their waste. This is in preference to using skips in which to put the waste. - September 11, 2013 - Waste King
Source-Omega Powers New Omega-3 Mini Softgel with Medical DHA for Transversal Applications
United States premium algae oil omega-3 manufacturer Source-Omega today launches its POWER OMEGA™ medical DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) bulk food supplement, made with oil derived without using solvent variants during extraction. The new filled capsule formulation is priced for international... - September 10, 2013 - Source-Omega
Bethlehem Authority Partners with Rentricity to Finance In-Pipe Hydropower Projects
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery Company, executed a letter of agreement with the Bethlehem Authority in Pennsylvania to explore, finance and develop multiple small, in-pipe hydropower sites within the Authority’s water system. The agreement follows similar agreements with... - September 10, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Saint Baba Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Ji Insan & His Followers Will Clean Delhi on September 10, 2013
21st Mega Cleanliness Earth Campaign by Dera Sacha Sauda to Clean Delhi. - September 10, 2013 - dera sacha sauda