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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Corporate Traffic Logistics Joins Elite Community of Logistics Providers and Becomes SmartWay Transport Partner
Corporate Traffic Logistics, an international third-party logistics provider celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, announced today that the company has formally joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership. Joining this elite community of... - June 12, 2012 - Corporate Traffic
Cyclops-6K Submersible Fluorometer Now Available for Refined Fuels and Blue Green Algae
The Turner Designs 6000 meter submersible fluorometer is now available with refined fuels and blue green algae (cyanobacteria) optics. - June 11, 2012 - Turner Designs, Inc.
Memorandum Signed to Manage Connecticut's Section of the Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy signed a memorandum of understanding with environmental leaders to manage Connecticut's section of the Appalachian Trail. - June 07, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
ElectraTherm’s ORC Fleet Reaches 30,000 Hours Runtime
This is the first Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) machine sized 30-65kWe to achieve this milestone. - June 07, 2012 - ElectraTherm, Inc.
Warwick, New York Designated an Appalachian Trail Community
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy will celebrate the official designation of Warwick, New York as its newest Appalachian Trail Community™ on June 30, 2012. - June 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Major Landfill Tax Changes Won’t Affect Our Customers, Says Waste King
Waste King, the UK-based specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has assured its customers that its charges are, at present, unaffected by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC)’s recently announced changes to the rules which govern Landfill Tax. - June 02, 2012 - Waste King
Green Education Foundation Announces Results of 2012 Sustainability Programs
Feedback on National Green Week and the Green Energy Challenge Provided by Teachers - June 02, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces the “Green” Gardeners Make a Difference Photo Contest
Calling all Green Gardeners in the Metro DC Area. It’s time to stand up and be counted. Enter the Metro DC Lawn and Garden Blog’s “Green Gardeners Do Make a Difference” Photo Contest for your chance to win great prizes and show the world the beautiful benefits of growing green. - June 02, 2012 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Everybody Solar Chooses Non-Profit Rebuilding Together for Flagship Solar Project
Non-profit organizations Everybody Solar and Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP) have launched a new effort to bring solar power to the rooftop of RTP’s Redwood City headquarters, greening the 501c(3) charity’s community focused efforts and potentially saving them several thousand dollars a year on utility costs. - June 02, 2012 - Everybody Solar
Save Money While Going Green With American Dryer, Inc. Hand Dryers
Stop throwing away your money with paper towels. Save money while going green with American Dryer, Inc. hand dryers. - June 01, 2012 - American Dryer Inc
DMG Productions to Feature Max-R on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Sustainability in the Food Service Industry - May 31, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Amtrak and Green Education Foundation Announce Green in Action Winner
Thomas Prince School Stands Out in National Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 26, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Creta Maris Green Team - Environmental Actions 2012
In an effort to protect the environment, the environmental team of Creta Maris Beach Resort in Hersonissos, Crete organized an event in order to preserve and protect the environment and natural heritage of the Hersonissos coastal zone on May 16, 2012. - May 26, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and American Standard Announce Green in Action Winner
Marist School Shines in Nationwide Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 25, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)