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.
Card Payment Direct Announces the Launch of Its Proprietary e-Learning Training Program and a Generous Corporate Donation to The Wildlife Conservation Society
Card Payment Direct releases their brand new, revolutionary web-based training program and announces January 2013 corporate donation. - January 07, 2013 - Card Payment Direct
Green America’s Landscape with CARE, the Wright Scoop
In honor of "new year" 2013, Glen Allen VA based The Wright Scoop – eco consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith Sylvia Hoehns Wright challenges all to CARE – have a perspective of conservation, accountability, recovery and eco-efficiency’. - December 31, 2012 - The Wright Scoop
NAFA Announces Special Sustainability Sessions Provided by CALSTART
NAFA Fleet Management Association has partnered with CALSTART to provide four new educational sessions for fleet managers dealing with sustainability. - December 22, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Waste King Expands Its Environmentally Friendly Recycling Opportunities
To enable even more people to recycle a wider range of their unwanted goods, Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has added an extra bin outside its headquarters in Hemel Hempstead’s Frogmore Industrial Estate. - December 19, 2012 - Waste King
Ennovent Announces the Winners of the WWF Switzerland Tropical Forest Challenge
Ennovent & WWF Switzerland are pleased to announce the winners of the Tropical Forest Challenge who will be awarded with global visibility, networking opportunities and capacity building support. - December 19, 2012 - Ennovent Gmbh
Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc. to Operate Davis County Inspection / Maintenance Technical Center
Davis County has chosen to contract with Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc. (WEP) to provide inspection services to Davis County motorists at the Vehicle Emissions Testing Center in Kaysville. County commissioners debated several options to provide the additional inspection services and... - December 15, 2012 - Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc.
Stevens Wins NSF Grant for International, Multidisciplinary Partnership to Study the Amazon River
Dr. Michael Bruno leads cross-disciplinary effort to observe and model a globally critical coastal maritime system. - December 15, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Game Company Saves the World One Tree at a Time, Plants a Tree for Every New Person Playing Social Game GreenSpace™
Game Developer RocketOwl Inc.™ calls on gamers and media around the world to help plant 250,000 trees through social game GreenSpace by the end of the year. - December 14, 2012 - RocketOwl Inc
Ozone Safe Food Announces the Installation of an Ozone Water Sanitation System for Seafood Processing Company in the United States
Ozone Safe Food, Inc., a manufacturer of ozone air and water equipment announced today that a seafood processing company in the United States has installed an OSF water sanitation systems system. The OSF commercial ozone water sanitation equipment eliminates the need for chemicals and hot water... - December 14, 2012 - Ozone Safe Food, Inc.
IRMI Workshop Highlights Latest Contractors Professional Liability Exposures & Insurance Options
Jeff Slivka of New Day Underwriting Managers Leads Expert Panel Discussion on the Risks Associated with New Digital Technologies, LEED and Sustainable Initiatives - December 13, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
2012 IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications Addresses Next Wave of Energy-Efficient & Green Technologies
The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) recently held its second annual IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications (GreenCom) with participants attending the fully-virtual, three-day event from Australia, Canada, China, Italy, France, Korea, Singapore, India, United Kingdom, United States,... - December 13, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
TechWasteRecycling.com - an Electronic Waste and Recycling Company - Relaunches Website
TechWasteRecycling, an Orange County electronics recycling company which has been serving its community in recycling of all electronics and electronic components, announces the relaunch of their website. - December 13, 2012 - Tech Waste Recycling
Springboard Biodiesel Excited to Announce Coveted Endorsement from Green Restaurant Association for Its BioPro™ Appliance
Biodiesel equipment receives endorsement for it's automated appliance that converts used cooking oil into premium grade biodiesel. - December 12, 2012 - Springboard Biodiesel
African Utility Week Director Gives Tips on Greener Christmas Decorations and Gifts This Holiday Season
Christmas is a great time to introduce energy saving habits into a household as many easy and simple changes in the way we live can end up putting extra money into your pocket. Higher electricity prices in South Africa have become an increasing strain on consumers’ monthly expenses and Eskom... - December 12, 2012 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Nutrient Removal and Recovery Market & Technology Overview Insight Report
BlueTech Research has announced the addition of the “Nutrient Removal and Recovery Market & Technology Overview” report to their product offering. - December 12, 2012 - BlueTech Research
Tree Surgeon and Environment Conservation Services Specialist Announce the Launch of Their New Website
Phil Hughes Environment and Conservation Services offer comprehensive tree services alongside construction and conservation work. With over 30 years’ experience, they provide the highest standard of tree felling and conservation services with numerous other tree care solutions. - December 12, 2012 - Phil Hughes Ltd Environment & Conservation Services
Waste King Introduces Waste Hoarding Containers and Cages
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, is introducing steel waste hoarding containers for its regular customers. - December 12, 2012 - Waste King
Plant Trees 4 Life: A Great Gift for the Ones You Love and the Planet that Needs Our Love
Plant Trees 4 Life, a company based in Aspen, Colorado, has redefined the whole conceptual approach to gift giving this holiday season. - December 08, 2012 - Plant Trees 4 Life
LifeSpan Recognized in Inc. Magazine America's 100 Top Job Creators: Hire Power Awards Announced
LifeSpan Ranks in top 10 of Environmental Services Companies for Job Creation - December 07, 2012 - LifeSpan
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Marketing Campaign for Patent Pending Anderson Wheel Invention
An innovative new product intended to greatly improve the propagation of seeds, cuttings or plugs, the Anderson Wheel, has been developed by Donald J. Hartman of Murphys, California. The invention's unique design significantly increases the productivity of a greenhouse per unit area. The proper... - December 06, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Waste King Enlarges Its Workforce in Response to Its Growing Popularity and Workload
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has recently enlarged its workforce with the addition of three further office staff. They are Richard John, who has become Operations Supervisor; Cheryl Peters, who has joined as a Customer Service specialist, and Matt... - December 05, 2012 - Waste King
The Label Printers Wins Environmental Awards
The Label Printers has won two Environmental Awards – TLMI’s Environmental Leadership Award, and the state of Illinois’ Governor’s Sustainability Award. - November 30, 2012 - The Label Printers
Innovation Direct™ Set to Promote Patent Pending Gen Inch Diameter Circle Invention to Industry
An innovative new product designed to promote recycling in multiple floor buildings, the Gen Inch Diameter Circle, has been developed by Jerry Brown of Chicago, Illinois. The invention’s unique design greatly simplifies the task of recycling aluminum cans. With our society’s... - November 29, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Free Programs Available for Children Impacted by Hurricane Sandy
School assemblies and neighborhood programs given for free to areas hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy. Children will learn how wilderness survival skills bring security and comfort during disasters and urban survival situations. - November 28, 2012 - Children of the Earth Foundation
Kanetix.ca to Donate a Tree for Every Driver Connected to an Auto Insurance Provider-Partnering with Tree Canada, Donations Will be Planted in 2013 Across Canada
The donation program is open to Canadian motorists in Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick - everywhere Kanetix offers their car insurance comparison service. As a not-for-profit organization, Tree Canada's charitable efforts provide education, technical... - November 28, 2012 - Kanetix.ca
Guide to Subpart IIII Published by Environmental Source Samplers, Inc.
Subpart IIII refers to the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Compression Ignition Internal Combustion Units (CI ICE). Environmental Source Samplers, Inc. recently published a guide to help business owners and managers better understand the requirements of the Subpart IIII standards, particularly as they relate to performance testing. - November 28, 2012 - Environmental Source Samplers, Inc.
Greenfleet Green Gift Ideas for This Festive Season
Forget about chopping down a Christmas tree; help Greenfleet plant native trees instead. - November 28, 2012 - Greenfleet Australia
Rentricity Wins "Best in Renewable Energy" at 2012 Cleantech Open Global Forum
Rentricity Inc., a renewable energy company that generates electricity from untapped pressure in drinking water pipes, was selected as "Best in Renewable Energy" at the 2012 Cleantech Open Global Forum, held in San Jose, California on November 8th and 9th. Additionally, it was selected as... - November 27, 2012 - Rentricity Inc.
Watersurplus, Inc. Launches a New Website for the Rapidly Growing Waste Water Treatment Market
Watersurplus, Inc., a leading full service provider of water treatment equipment company, has launched a new website, which combines an elegant design, useful tools and an easy to navigate interface for site visitors. - November 26, 2012 - Watersurplus
Greenerful.com Launches Green Products & Content Site
Greenerful.com, the Eco-Friendly Destination, Launches Groundbreaking Green Products & Content Site - November 25, 2012 - Greenerful.com
Advanced Global Trading: Gold Investors Switching to Carbon Credits
Advanced Global Trading, the leaders in carbon trading, say that gold investors are turning increasingly to invest in the market for carbon credits in their portfolios. AGT experts also stress the need to deal with reputable brokerages to avoid carbon trade scam and fraud companies. - November 22, 2012 - Advanced Global Trading
Woodtiger Funds Reporting on Women, Health and Environment
Women’s eNews begins a new investigative series on women and the environment today supported by a grant of $15,000 from The Woodtiger Fund. - November 22, 2012 - Women's eNews
Movers Specialty Service, Inc. Partners with the National Forest Foundation for a Greener Tomorrow
As an ongoing part of their green initiative to protect the environment, Movers Specialty Service, Inc. (MSS) partners with the National Forest Foundation (NFF). The NFF works together with the U.S. Forest Service to identify National Forests where natural events have caused a significant loss of... - November 22, 2012 - Movers Specialty Service, Inc.
Warning: Hurricane Sandy’s Aftermath Poses Health Danger for Well Owners
Well owners whose wells were covered with water in the wake of Hurricane Sandy need to sanitize their well before using the water for drinking or washing. - November 21, 2012 - Drinking Water Specialists, LLC
Bamboo Skateboards and Roozt.com Join Hosts of the Today Show to Bring Socially-Conscious, Eco-Friendly Low-Priced Gifts for the Holidays
Bamboo Skateboards will proudly be partnering up with ROOZT.com to showcase their eco-friendly, socially conscious skateboards at a valuable holiday price on NBC’s Today show. Tune in to the fourth-segment of the Today Show, hosted by Kathie Lee and Hoda, between 10 AM and 11 AM, on black... - November 21, 2012 - Bamboo Skateboards
Waste King Rescues Threatened Snakes
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, is becoming used to rescuing distressed livestock as part of its day-to-day activities. It has now added two grass snakes to its list which began in August 2011 with "Colin," a Giant African Land Snail. - November 21, 2012 - Waste King
WK Dickson’s Innovative Solution to Destructive Flood Events Wins Engineering Excellence Award
WK Dickson has proven its leadership in engineering design and construction services, with not only producing an innovative solution, but also proposing added value benefits to the client and community with its Newland By-Pass Channel Flood Mitigation Project. The final project is an overwhelming success by many measures. In fact, the new by-pass channel has already been activated by two large flood events with no flood water leaving the channel banks in the downtown district. - November 17, 2012 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Columbia Business School Energy Club and the School of International and Public Affairs Energy Association Host the 8th Annual Energy Symposium
The Columbia Business School Energy Club and the School of International and Public Affairs Energy Association will host the 8th Annual Energy Symposium on Nov. 30, 2012. The event brings together industry professionals, students and faculty at Columbia University’s Morningside Heights campus... - November 14, 2012 - Columbia Energy Symposium
Agromin and Stay Green Form Partnership to Close Recycling Loop
Stay Green, a full-service landscaping company, and Agromin, the organics recycler for more than 50 California cities, have formed a partnership that will recycle and reuse the organic materials produced by Stay Green clients. Agromin will turn the material into compost, mulch and soil enhancements... - November 13, 2012 - Agromin
Stevens Expert Joins International Panel on Nutrient Sustainability
Dr. David A. Vaccari of Stevens Institute of Technology is working on an international project funded by the National Science Foundation titled “Coordinating Phosphorus Research to Create a Sustainable Food System,” the goal of which is to identify and implement solutions to ensure the responsible use and conservation of phosphorus. - November 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Portable Restroom Trailers Aids Hurricane Sandy Relief
Teri Pahon, owner of Portable Restroom Trailers, was contacted by Police Chief Boyd from Seaside Heights, NJ, one of the hardest hit communities from Hurricane Sandy. Chief Boyd spoke with Pahon on Wednesday to inquire about having restroom and shower trailers sent to New Jersey for the relief... - November 08, 2012 - Portable Restroom Trailers
In the Aftermath of Sandy, a Community Comes Together
Hurricane Sandy hit the Stevens and Hoboken community hard, leaving chaos and wreckage in its wake. Hoboken residents, Stevens students, and volunteers from all over the area poured out generosity and support. Additionally, Stevens faculty have been contributing their expertise to help the world understand the scope and severity of Hurricane Sandy. - November 08, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
OMICS Group Inc. Conference on Managing Environmental Hazards & Natural Disasters
OMICS Group invites all the participants across the globe to attend the International Conference on Managing Environmental Hazards & Natural Disasters which is going to be held during Aug 21-23, 2013 at Miami, Florida, USA. The theme of the conference is “Unravelling the Key Elements of Environmental Science to Cope with Future Threats.” - November 07, 2012 - OMICS Group Incorporation
OMICS Group Inc. 2nd International Conference on Hydrology and Groundwater Expo
OMICS Group warmly welcomes you to the 2nd International Conference on Hydrology and Groundwater Expo, to be held during August 26-27, 2013 at Raleigh-North Carolina, USA with the theme "An Exhaustive Review of the Current State of Hydrologic Practice." - November 07, 2012 - OMICS Group Incorporation
Grant Available to Local Communities to Preserve and Promote Natural and Cultural Assets
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is now accepting applications for the Appalachian Trail and Kittatinny Ridge Conservation Assistance Mini-Grant Program until December 31, 2012. - November 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
OMICS Group Inc: 2nd International Conference on Biodiversity & Sustainable Energy Development
OMICS Group is delighted to invite you to attend the 2nd International Conference on Biodiversity & Sustainable Energy Development (Biodiversity-2013) which will be held during August 12-14, 2013 at Double Tree by Hilton Hotel - Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Biodiversity-2013 Nobel Laureates and world's renowned experts will be participating in this prestigious conference. - November 02, 2012 - OMICS Group Incorporation
EMLab P&K Releases Free Android Mobile App at Google Play
EMLab P&K launches free android app, making it easier and more convenient for clients to access laboratory results anytime, anywhere. - November 02, 2012 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
OMICS Group Inc: International Conference on Aquatic & Marine Biology
OMICS Group is delighted to invite you to attend the International Conference on Aquatic & marine Biology (Oceanography-2013) which will be held during August 21-23, 2013 at Miami-Florida, USA. Oceanography-2013: Nobel Laureates and world's renowned experts will be participating in this prestigious conference. - November 02, 2012 - OMICS Group Incorporation
Kansas City-Based Company InvenQuery Raises 1.1 Million in Seed and Series A Investment
Growth Funding Spurs New E-Commerce Tools and a New Step toward a more Sustainable Future - November 01, 2012 - InvenQuery
The Mapping Network Adds Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) and Analysis
Technology allows for invasive vegetation monitoring, ecological evaluation and eradication status. - October 31, 2012 - The Mapping Network