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Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team Organized a Seminar About the Recycling Procedures
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a seminar in the Apollo room concerning the recycling procedures. - July 26, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Shoals Technologies Group Raises the Bar, Becoming First Balance of Systems Supplier to Receive ETL Certification to UL9703 for 1000V PV Harnesses
Shoals Technologies Group (“Shoals”), the global leader in Balance of System components, proudly announces it has received ETL certification to UL9703 standards for 1000V PV Harnesses. These listed PV harnesses utilize the Shoals Interconnect ™ System, which has been an integral... - July 25, 2012 - Shoals Technologies Group
Wright Scoop Industry Mover & Shaker
Landscape Industry identifies Glen Allen VA based The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright as Industry "Mover & Shaker" for her effort to "keep America beautiful," plant recognition program - "Plants of CARE" –conservation, accountability, recovery and eco-efficiency. - July 24, 2012 - The Wright Scoop
Creta Maris Green Team Take Action to Protect the Environment
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a celebration of World Environmental Day by passing fifteen minutes without light in all common areas at night resembling an old Cretan way of life. - July 22, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Expanding Again: ENVIRO-VAC® a Hazardous Materials Abatement Company with Head Offices in Surrey, British Columbia Announces Opening of New Office in Calgary, Alberta
The opening of an ENVIRO-VAC® Hazardous Materials Abatement office in Calgary, Alberta comes on the heels of a recent office opening in Washington, USA. The ENVIRO-VAC® Calgary office will function under the direction of Russell Gustafson, an environmental veteran with more than 20 years of knowledge and experience. This will continue Enviro-Vac’s expansion of environmental contracting services throughout the West. - July 21, 2012 - Enviro-Vac
Max-R to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Sustainability in the Food Service Industry - July 21, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Wood Fiber Costs for the European Pulp Industry Have Fallen from the Record Highs of 2011
Wood costs for many European pulp mills have fallen the past six months as the pulp market has weakened. In the Nordic countries, pulplog and wood chip prices have fallen 11-15 percent from last spring, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Despite the price decline, Europe continues to have some of the highest wood fiber costs in the world. - July 19, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC
NewProductHelp.com Creates Exciting Online Presentation for Green Pickup Game Invention
Kathleen S., Taliea D., and William G., a trio of Wisconsin-based inventors, recently contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent their Green Pickup Game invention to potential licensees in industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new gaming product... - July 19, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
Valet Waste Names Martin Taylor VP of National Partnerships and Strategic Business Development
Tampa, FL headquartered Valet Waste added Martin Taylor as Vice President of National Partnerships and Strategic Business Development. Based in Atlanta, Martin will be responsible for managing National portfolio clients for Valet Waste. A multifamily housing industry veteran and National Apartment... - July 18, 2012 - Valet Waste
ICLEI Releases Green Business Challenge Web App for Cities
Innovative new application helps local governments run a friendly competition for their business communities, saving millions in energy costs and following leads of Chicago, Houston, 8 others - July 18, 2012 - ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability USA
Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph Feature Waste King
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, followed up being mentioned in The Sunday Times’ Appointments section on 15th July with being featured in the Business section of the Daily Telegraph on 16th July. - July 18, 2012 - Waste King
Nu Flow Develops New High-Temp Chemical Resistant Epoxy
Nu Flow has developed a new high temperature, high chemical resistant epoxy for in-place pipe lining of mechanical systems. - July 18, 2012 - Nu Flow
World’s First IT Carbon Footprinting SaaS Service Launched
New approach means organisations can accurately target and manage their IT carbon footprint - July 16, 2012 - CO2High Limited
7 Ways to Prevent Wildfires While Target Shooting
With the recent outbreaks in fires around the country, Action Target provides important information for preventing mishaps while shooting during the dry season. - July 15, 2012 - Action Target
iScrap App and Earth911 Join Forces to Provide Recycling Resources Together
The iScrap App and Earth911 have partnered to bring more resources to their respective audiences. - July 12, 2012 - iScrap App
Andre Laperriere Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mr. André Laperrière of Washington, D.C. has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of global environmental issues. About André Laperrière Mr. André... - July 12, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Gold Recycling Award for Waste King
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has now added a Gold Award to the Silver Award it received last year from the National Recycling Stars Scheme. - July 12, 2012 - Waste King
DMG Productions to Feature Awnex in Upcoming Episode of Shades of Green
Exploring the latest advancements and innovations in eco-friendly architectural enhancements. - July 11, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
The United Nations Honors Dan Viro Plant and N-Viro Process in Israel
N-Viro International Corporation celebrates the United Nations selection of the Dan Viro plant in Israel as an example of environmental sustainability. The N-Viro process reduces 15% of the total flow of untreated sludge from entering the Mediterranean Sea. - July 11, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
The Emerging New York Architects Committee Launches Exhibit Showcasing Winners of Design Ideas Competition, The Harlem Edge
Nourishing USA was chosen as the client of choice for ENYA’s design challenge to create a food and nutrition educational facility at the site of a decommissioned marine transfer station in West Harlem. - July 08, 2012 - Nourishing USA
Once Energy Inefficient, 100-Year-Old Placentia Farmhouse, Now a Shelter for the Homeless, is Hailed as a Model of Environmental Sustainability
Supported by HomeAid OC, H.I.S. House was Chosen for Complete Energy Retrofitting as Part of National Program Launched by HomeAid America and Walmart and supported by Owens Corning. - July 07, 2012 - Children and Families Commission of Orange County
Cucumber "Heirloom Armenian" Recognized as Plants of CARE, the Wright Scoop
In honor of plants that inspire people connections, Glen Allen VA based The Wright Scoop – eco consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith Sylvia Hoehns Wright identifies cucumber "Heirloom Armenian" as a "plants of CARE" – conservation, accountability, recovery and eco-efficiency. - July 02, 2012 - The Wright Scoop
Waste King Cage Helps Maximise Firm’s Recycling Opportunities
The Luton branch of Portable Offices - a leading UK supplier of temporary offices, portable buildings, mobile offices, modular buildings, storage containers and other portable units - has turned for advice and help to Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company. - June 30, 2012 - Waste King
SABIC Wins Prestigious Green Material Innovation Application Award for Up-cycled Valox iQ* Resin, Showcasing Global Leadership in Sustainability
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business was honored with Plastics Technology’s (China) Green Material Innovative Application Award in recognition of the company’s pioneering Valox iQ* resin, an industry-leading material that incorporates up-cycled post-consumer content from... - June 29, 2012 - SABIC Innovative Plastics
Australian Carbon Pioneer Welcomes Transition to Carbon Economy
Not-for-profit carbon offset pioneer, Greenfleet is busy preparing for the introduction of the carbon pricing mechanism and Carbon Farming Initiative, due to commence this Sunday (1 July 2012). Greenfleet has been providing voluntary carbon offset services to Australians since 1997. “Over... - June 29, 2012 - Greenfleet Australia
Colloidal Chemistry Debunks the Myth That Green Cleaners do Not Perform
National Colloid, manufacturer of SuperC environmental cleaners, is raising the bar with the expansion of its industrial strength colloidal cleaning line. Environmentally responsible companies no longer need to choose toxic industrial cleaners. - June 28, 2012 - National Colloid
British Explorers Walk Across Madagascar in Three-Week Feat of Endurance
Last week a team of adventurers made history as they become the first team expedition to walk the entire width of Madagascar from the east coast to the west in a daunting three week feat of perseverance. - June 28, 2012 - Secret Compass
Caring Care Home Chooses Waste King
Care home chain, Sunrise Senior Living, has chosen the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, Waste King to collect a range of waste – not just "bulk" but also hazardous waste – from its home in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire. Waste King’s managing... - June 27, 2012 - Waste King
U.S. Coast Guard Confirms "DE-OIL-IT" a Non-Hazardous Item for Storage Aboard Marine Vessels
Compliant with Federal Law 46 C.F.R. Part 147 - June 24, 2012 - Tech-Lube Wholesale
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces That the Voting for the Best “Green” Garden in the DC Area is Now Open
Green gardeners and amateur photographers have shared their best photos. Now its time for you to vote and help choose which ones best show the beautiful benefits of growing green. - June 23, 2012 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Amazing Spaces Now Provides Recycling Services at Four Convenient Locations in Greater Houston, TX
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers(R), a leader in providing self storage in Houston, Spring, and The Woodlands, TX, teams up with GREENspot DROPoff to provide Houstonians with a free, convenient and responsible way to recycle their e-waste. - June 22, 2012 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Appalachian Trail Celebrates 75th Anniversary This August
The Appalachian Trail, the longest hiking-only footpath in the world, celebrates its 75th anniversary this August. - June 22, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
The Ratio of Men to Women May Determine if Your Office Building is Healthy
A recent university study has shown that offices with men are more likely to be dirtier than those with women. The result is that female dominated offices may be healthier and more productive. - June 21, 2012 - Commercial Janitorial
Conservationist Defends Science, Stewardship and Endangered Species Act in Congressional Hearing
Distinguished conservation ecologist, Duke University's Stuart Pimm, testifies before Congress how strong enforcement of conservation laws, including the Endangered Species Act, combined with sound science and responsible stewardship can prevent extinctions. - June 21, 2012 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Announcing 4-Session Permeable Pavement Online Series with Chair of the ASCE T&DI Permeable Pavement Structural Design Committee, David Hein, P.Eng.
Forester University, the educational division of Forester Media, Inc., publishers of Stormwater and Erosion Control Magazines, is pleased to announce our 4-Session, Online Permeable Pavement Master Class Series presented by industry expert and chair of the ASCE T&DI Permeable Pavement Structural Design Committee, David Hein, P.Eng., and exploring porous and permeable pavement design and construction elements, key performance factors, real-world applications, and case study results. - June 21, 2012 - Forester University, Forester Media, Inc.
ESII Tickets Are Now Phenol Free
Concerned about respecting the environment and consumer health, ESII now sells tickets guaranteed without phenol. - June 21, 2012 - ESII
Clean Tech Entrepreneurs Chosen to Compete in National Business Development Contest
Northeast Region Selects 39 Start-Ups to Receive Mentoring and Training in 2012 "Cleantech Open" - June 21, 2012 - Cleantech Open Northeast Region
Natural World, a 100% Eco-Friendly Junior and Adult Footwear Company from Spain, is Coming to the U.S. Market
Unitrends is proud to announce the collaboration with Natural World, a manufacturer from Spain. The main goal of Natural World is the production of quality and comfort footwear, respecting the planet from the beginning until the end of its production process. Daniel Portela, Director of Sales for... - June 20, 2012 - NATURAL WORLD-Unitrends USA Inc.
REI Awards Appalachian Trail Conservancy $20,000 Grant to Support Volunteer Leadership Development
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is pleased to announce it has received a $20,000 grant from REI, a national outdoor retailer committed to connecting people with nature, to support the ATC's Volunteer Leadership Meeting held this August. Ninety leaders from the ATC's 31 Trail Club... - June 20, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Michael Rega Awarded Best Article of the Year by The American Society of Safety Engineers
Ecliptic Consulting Group (ECG) Announces Michael Rega has been awarded best article of the year by the prestigious Advisor Publication of The American Society of Safety Engineers. - June 19, 2012 - Ecliptic Consulting Group
The Ozone Hole 2012 Indiegogo Campaign
The Ozone Hole has launched a fund raising campaign on Indiegogo. - June 16, 2012 - The Ozone Hole Inc.
The Real Life Heroes of the Ecosystem Has to be the Whole World
Real life heroes show their support in taking action on saving the earth. Environmental visionaries and activists featured. - June 16, 2012 - HeroBook
Pace Analytical Services to Sponsor ENFOS Experience 2012
ENFOS, Inc. today announced that Pace Analytical Services, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2012 Solutions Conference. The conference will be held in San Francisco, CA, September 25-26, 2012. Pace uses the ENFOS Environmental Business Management Solution... - June 15, 2012 - ENFOS, Inc.
Baby Steps for a Big Cause: LaurganiQ is Gathering Support for Sustainable Tech Accessories
The earth we walk on, the fresh air in our lungs, nature's bombardment of daily gifts. Even if our awareness of its value never outgrows those tiny compartments of our lives where it decorates the walls. Foul air will have you fainting, contaminated soil does little good for food production. If not love for what lives than the love that goes through the stomach will bring the world environment issue to your kitchen table. With world environment day behind us, what remains? - June 14, 2012 - Laurganic
Chelsea Completes Demonstration of the New FastOcean System in Baltimore
Last week in Baltimore harbour, Dr Kevin Oxborough demonstrated Chelsea’s 3rd generation Fast Repetition Rate Fluorometer - the new FastOcean System - to groups from University of Maryland Chesapeake Bay Laboratory, Moss Landing Marine Laboratory and University of Michigan Cooperative... - June 14, 2012 - Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd
Chelsea's Expert Reports on Recent Findings at the Fluorometry for Ballast Water Compliance Monitoring Conference, SESYNC Center, Annapolis, USA
Chelsea's Richard Burt and Veronica Chan will be attending the Alliance for Coastal Technologies / Maritime Environmental Research Center workshop on Fluorometry for Ballast Water Compliance Monitoring Workshop, 14 & 15 June 2012 at the SESYNC Center, Annapolis, USA. The introduction of... - June 14, 2012 - Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd
Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc. Hires New Business Leader
New V.P. brings more than 20 years of development and marketing expertise. - June 14, 2012 - Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc.
Inventys Research Butibori (Nagpur) Plant, Achieves ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14000:2004, and ISO 18000:OSHAS Certification
Inventys Research Company has achieved ISO 9001:2008, 14001:2004 and 18000:OSHAS Management System accreditation. The ISO 9001:2008 certification of compliance recognizes that the policies, practices, and procedures of Inventys ensure consistent quality in the products and services Inventys... - June 13, 2012 - Inventys Research Company Pvt Ltd.
Project Green AV Launches New ProjectGreenAV.com
Project Green AV, the comprehensive resource for sustainable AV news, information, education and collaboration for the audiovisual industry announces the relaunch of ProjectGreenAV.com. On June 12, Project Green AV celebrates four years of providing the audiovisual industry with Great Green Ideas... - June 13, 2012 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC
greeNEWit Named Green Company of the Year by Howard Technology Council
greeNEWit, an organization founded to help society build more sustainable communities and better economies through energy efficiency, is being honored for their innovation, strong managerial skills and community involvement. - June 13, 2012 - greeNEWit