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Atmosphere Hospitality Draws on Its Revolutionary Green "DNA" to Unveil New Select Service Prototype Adoba Eco Inn
The Adoba Eco Inn is the latest green offspring from Atmosphere Hospitality Managements socially responsible LEED certified green independent brand concept. - November 16, 2010 - Adoba Eco Hotel & Suites
Klohn Crippen Berger Co-Hosts Opening of the North Lecture Theatres at the University of Alberta
Members of the government, public and private sectors came together to celebrate the opening of the North Lecture Theatres at the Centennial Centre for or Interdisciplinary Science on Monday, November 8th, 2010. Klohn Crippen Berger co-hosted the event which included a cocktail reception and a... - November 13, 2010 - Klohn Crippen Berger
Auto Detailing HVAC Deodorizer Stops Odors
Eco-Green® aromatic AC & Heater Deodorizer targets odors emanating from vehicle heating and cooling systems. - November 13, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Solar Power Leader Solyndra Chooses Metrolight Electronic HID to Light 100,000 sq. ft. Facility
Retrofit saves 41% on energy consumption and reduces carbon footprint by 326 metric tons annually. Metrolight's electronic HID selected over T-5 fluorescent lighting solutions due to better energy saving and lower total cost of ownership. - November 12, 2010 - Metrolight
Hazel Blackmore, Executive Director of ITAM, Exposes the Important Influence of Green Technology
In the November issue, read about important green influences and why green technology has become a necessary tool. In an interview with LBR, Professor Hazel Blackmore, Executive Director of the Center for Interamerican Studies and Programs ITAM, talks about the growth of green technologies in... - November 12, 2010 - WDM Group
CTW Holdings, Inc. and Comprehensive Communication Services Announce New Global Partnership Agreement
CTW Holdings, Inc., a Boynton Beach, Florida based global facilitator and Comprehensive Communication Services (CCS), a Dallas-based manufacturer, have reached a partnership agreement, in which CCS will assist in marketing and selling a revolutionary water filtration systems, which CTW has agreed... - November 11, 2010 - CTW Holdings, Inc.
The Top 50 Green Construction Companies, the Top 5 Sporting Venue Designs and the Latest Projects Defining London’s Skyline in the November Construction Digital
Construction Digital, the top digital media source for global construction news and information reveals the top 50 green construction companies, the top 5 sports venue designs and investigates the Shard, Heron Tower and Lee Tunnel projects that are designed to enhance the aesthetics, economy and... - November 11, 2010 - WDM Group
Spira RemoteLaunch Released for Test Automation Management
Inflectra Corporation today announced that it has released Spira RemoteLaunch™ for SpiraTest / SpiraTeam v3.0 that enables the enterprise management, scheduling and launching of automated test scripts. - November 11, 2010 - Inflectra Corporation
Fire Restoration and Biohazard Cleanup Company in Milwaukee Hires SEO Experts to Help Customers
Milwaukee's Custom Craft Environmental recently teamed up with Prospect Genius, a leader in online advertising, to reach more local customers in need of biohazard removal, damage restoration, and more. - November 10, 2010 - Custom Craft Environmental
New Agreement to Distribute Revolutionary Device to Solve World’s Water Woes
CTW Holdings, Inc. today announced a historic agreement with Arteron, a part of the AIAK Group, to become a global distributor of new, revolutionary portable water systems that will solve a major world issue: Producing clean drinking water. “These devices are the solution that the world has... - November 08, 2010 - CTW Holdings, Inc.
Nike’s Director of Stakeholder Mobilization Speaks on the Democratization of Innovation and Strategy for Sustainable Business in November’s Issue of Business Review USA
Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, speaks to Sarah Severn, Director of Stakeholder Mobilization, Sustainable Business and Innovation for Nike. She speaks on the company’s Sustainable Business and Innovation thought process and what the company is... - November 05, 2010 - WDM Group
The November Issue of Energy Digital Uncovers Some Advanced Waste Treatment Technologies to Solve Harmful Landfill Issues
Energy Digital’s November issue answers the question, “Where does our trash go?” While this may not seem like the most exciting topic, it is an important one. Most don’t think about trash once it’s disposed of, but landfills are growing. Energy Digital takes a look at... - November 05, 2010 - WDM Group
Frank Garza Jr. Announces Grazen Engineering's New Testing Center
Grazen Engineering's President, Frank Garza Jr., Unveils the New Testing Center for Grazen's Highly Anticipated Oil Spill Remediation Solvent. - November 05, 2010 - Grazen Engineering
Electronics Recycling Event Will Raise Money for the River City Food Bank on America Recycles Day
After the recent fire damage to the River City Food Bank, Sims Recycling Solutions and McClellan Business Park are doing their best to spread the awareness of this event in an effort to raise money for the River City Food Bank. - October 30, 2010 - Sims Recycling Solutions
Envoy Mortgage Presented Green Originator of the Year Award
Envoy Mortgage was recently awarded the Green Originator Award by Mortgage Technology magazine for its electronic, paperless loan origination process at the 12th Annual Mortgage Technology Awards 2010 at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s 97th Annual Convention & Expo 2010 in Atlanta. The award is granted annually to a mortgage lender that uses technology to create efficiencies, both from a business perspective as well as to help the environment. - October 29, 2010 - Envoy Mortgage
Stone and Concrete Floor Sealers Protect Without Using Additives
A new line of Eco-Green® hard surface preparations protect porous surfaces with a protective shield that stops penetrating water, dirt, grease, corrosive salts and more. - October 29, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Alex von Furstenberg Underwrites Equipment Purchase for Use in Local Rescue Missions
Alex von Furstenberg’s $38,500 gift enables a complete outfitting of Malibu Search & Rescue's lead search vehicle - October 28, 2010 - Alex von Furstenberg
Sims Recycling Solutions Partners with the San Jose Sharks and HP to Host an Electronics Recycling Event
Sims Recycling Solutions, the world’s largest electronics recycler is partnering with the San Jose Sharks and HP in an effort to encourage the community and local Sharks hockey fans to recycle their electronics. The event will be held in the Main Parking lot of HP Pavilion at San Jose at 525... - October 28, 2010 - Sims Recycling Solutions
Pro Energy Consultants’ Customer Satisfaction Consistently High
This national energy auditing company’s diagnostic energy audit shows customers how to make their homes more energy efficient and comfortable. In follow-up surveys, the company says customers consistently give its energy auditors and energy auditing service high marks. - October 28, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Local MP Supports Innovation from Resident Waste Recovery Company That is Leading the Way to ‘zero Waste’
Technology developed by a UK company is eliminating the country’s fastest growing hazardous waste and recycling it into products such as bricks and tiles for the construction industry. - October 24, 2010 - Tetronics Limited
Want to be Both Green and Profitable? Award-Winning Author’s New Column Tells Your Readers How
Eco-marketing journalist and author Shel Horowitz launches “Green and Profitable,” a monthly column helping green business owners achieve success. - October 23, 2010 - Shel Horowitz
BambooSK8 Unveils the Latest in Environmentally-Friendly Skateboards at THE KI Event
Bamboo skateboard manufacturer BambooSK8 will feature a myriad of new skateboards at the KI event in San Francisco on October 22-24th. - October 22, 2010 - Bamboo Skateboards
ATC Associates Will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2010 Solutions Conference
ENFOS, Inc. today announced that ATC Associates, Inc. of Lafayette, Louisiana will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2010 Solutions Conference. The conference will be held in Chicago, Illinois on November 9-11, 2010. ATC uses the ENFOS Environmental Business Management Solution for... - October 20, 2010 - ENFOS, Inc.
Webinar on “Campus Compliance – A Wake Forest University Case Study”
Company to host a webinar on environmental, health and safety compliance issues for universities, colleges and institutions with Wake Forest University as their guest. Join the webinar to hear how Wake Forest University tackled their compliance issues. - October 20, 2010 - ERA Environmental Consulting, Inc.
Vincent Roa Selected as WWPR 2010 Woman of the Year Finalist
Donna Vincent Roa, Managing Partner & Chief Strategist at Vincent Roa Group, a Maryland-based eco-communications firm, has been shortlisted for the 2010 Washington PR Woman of the Year Award by the Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR). Dr. Roa is among the three finalists for the award,... - October 18, 2010 - Vincent Roa Group LLC
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab Installs Custom High Throughput Assay from Wildcat Discovery Technologies for ARPA-E Carbon Capture Project
First milestone completed in three year effort targeting the discovery of materials for CO2 capture. - October 16, 2010 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Indoor Air Quality a Priority at Rockrose by Brookfield Homes
Featuring Merv 8 air filters, low VOC carpets and paints, and formaldehyde free insulation, homes at Rockrose by Brookfield Homes offer improved air quality. - October 16, 2010 - Brookfield Homes, California
Wright Scoop Featured Speaker DC Green Festival
The Wright Scoop - Sylvia Hoehns Wright, recipient of the Turning America from Eco-weak to Eco-chic Award - challenges Green Festival attendees to "garden green," create sustainable landscapes. - October 16, 2010 - The Wright Scoop
Prevent Lung Cancer in October 2010 with Radon Awareness Week According to Radon Mitigation Company, Air Quality Control Agency
Radon gas has been identified by the World Health Organization as a leading cause of lung cancer. To address this problem, the United States government has declared October 17th-24th as "Radon Awareness Week." Company owner Jamey Gelina is asking the media to promote this cause. - October 15, 2010 - Air Quality Control Radon Mitigation Remediation
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation is Proud to Announce the Creation of Their Web Page and Blog Site
The mission of the AWF is to be an advocate in providing a quality park through political activism, park recreation, and conservation education to the people of the Adirondack Park, while protecting the park's wild lands and waters. - October 15, 2010 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
LiquidPiston, Inc. Awarded “Rising Venture Energy & Clean Technology Company” by Rice Alliance
LiquidPiston, developer of the High Efficiency Hybrid Cycle Engine which promises to double small-engine fuel efficiency, was selected as one of the Rising Venture Energy & Clean Technology companies at the 8th Annual Rice Clean Technology Venture Forum in Houston on Sept 16, 2010. The Rising Venture award recognizes LiquidPiston's technology and business vision in reducing dependence on imported oil; improving efficiency; mitigating climate change; and stimulating the “green” economy and jobs. - October 14, 2010 - LiquidPiston, Inc.
Intermodal Rail Shows Signs of Growth Due to Greener Travel
Supply Chain Digital reports that intermodal rail is making a strong comeback as customers turn to rail freight as a greener and cheaper way of transporting goods. In the October issue of the magazine, reporter Liz Wells charts the rise of intermodal rail, despite the ongoing effects of the... - October 13, 2010 - WDM Group
activTek Environmental Awarded SMACNA Brazil Highlights Of The Year Award
As a follow up to their press release from early September, activTek Brazil has now been awarded the prestigious SMACNA Highlights Of The Year Award as a supplier of state-of-the-art technology to the Santander Banking Hub in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Presented annually by the Brazilian Construction... - October 13, 2010 - Vollara
Desalination Market in UAE to Reach $3,226.3m by 2016 – New GWI Report
UAE will be spending $3,226.3m per year on building and operating desalination plants suggests a new report by Global Water Intelligence (GWI). This represents a 305% increase on current expenditure according to Desalination Markets 2010* (see www.desalmarkets.com) published this month. - October 11, 2010 - Global Water Intelligence
FAA Wildlife Hazard Management Training
Loomacres Wildlife Management will be offering a series of FAA required Wildlife Hazard Management and Wildlife Identification training courses. These courses will be taught by a Qualified Airport Wildlife Biologist, who is also an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor. All of the courses meet the... - October 09, 2010 - Loomacres Wildlife Management
Environmental Contractors Pollution Liability Insurance from Insurance Market of the Upstate, LLC
Contractors Pollution Liability, General liability and Workers Compensation Insurance - October 09, 2010 - Insurance Market: A Yaworsky Company
Green Concrete Cleaners for Commercial Surfaces
Eco-Green® announces floor and concrete formulations for the hospitality industry, including: a floor finish stripper, a concrete cleaner and a formula that protects concrete from salt damage. - October 09, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Sulfate-Enhanced Bioremediation Technology, EAS™, Wins Pollution Engineering’s Editor’s Choice Award
EOS Remediation’s Sulfate-Enhanced Bioremediation Technology, EAS™, wins Pollution Engineering’s Editor’s Choice Award for 2010. As technologies continue to evolve, Pollution Engineering recognizes companies making significant contributions to the pollution control industry. - October 08, 2010 - EOS Remediation, LLC
EcoScraps Plans to Improve the Environment One Bag of Organic Soil at a Time
EcoScraps, an organic soil manufacturer, launched a new program today called, “Cross Out a Commute,” which will improve the environment, raise awareness of environmental issues, and involve the community in a terracotta pot decorating contest. Each person who purchases a bag of... - October 07, 2010 - EcoScraps
Frank Garza and Grazen Engineering Partner with Trumatech in Product Development
Frank Garza, the president of Grazen Engineering, has partnered with engineering firm Trumatech in the development of Grazen's newest technology. - October 06, 2010 - Grazen Engineering
ICM Insurance, Popkin & Associates, ecycle and EcoShredding Raise Money for Ovarian Cancer
ICM Insurance, Popkin & Associates, ecycle and EcoShredding are holding an electronics recycling and document shredding event to raise money for the GA Ovarian Cancer Alliance. - October 06, 2010 - ecycle
Sustainable 1000 Highlights 15 of the Most Sustainable Organizations in America
Sustainable 1000's Green Radio features more than a dozen environmental, community-focused groups and corporations each week. These insightful conversations will cover local food, farmers, organic diets, business development, renewable energy, and more. Join the leaders of this new way of doing business, organizing communities, and protecting the ecology. - October 06, 2010 - Sustainable 1000
Exhibitor Registration is Open for EcoFriendly Expo January 31 to February 2, 2011
Register and participate in the EcoFriendly Expo, a high-end business-to-business marketplace featuring eco innovation and sustainable design. - October 05, 2010 - Eco Friendly Expo LLC
DUECO, Inc. Celebrates it’s Green Initiative with a 10/10/10 Event
DUECO, Inc., in harmony with a continuing effort to advance the company’s green commitments, is joining the 10/10/10 global initiative by planting a native garden with the volunteer labor of its team members. Since the inception of its Green Team two years ago, DUECO, Inc. located in... - October 03, 2010 - Dueco, Inc.
Breitling Oil and Gas Announces Spud of Breitling-Denman Prospect
Breitling Oil and Gas spuds Breitling-Denman prospect in Victoria County TX. - October 02, 2010 - Breitling Oil and Gas
Dr. Newton’s Naturals: Preserving Maine One Natural Icon at a Time
Dr. Newton’s Naturals, Maine’s largest direct to consumer vitamin company, has agreed to sponsor Jewell Falls in the Fore River Sanctuary. Partnering with Portland Trails, Dr. Newton’s Naturals will help maintain and protect the only waterfall in the Portland area. Fore River... - October 02, 2010 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
MWH Will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2010 Solutions Conference
ENFOS, Inc. today announced that MWH of Broomfield, CO will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2010 Solutions Conference. The conference will be held in Chicago, Illinois on November 9 -11, 2010. The conference will bring together the ENFOS user community and will showcase best... - October 02, 2010 - ENFOS, Inc.
MABPOM 2010 Meets at Stevens
MABPOM 2010, the 37th Annual Mid-Atlantic Bight Physical Oceanography and Meteorology Meeting, hosted by the Center for Maritime Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ will be held Tuesday, October 26 through Wednesday, October 27. Only two weeks remain to register for MABPOM... - October 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Algae 2020 Study Identifies High Value Markets and Producers of Biofuels, Biochemicals, Bioplastics, Biojet, Animal Feed, Omega 3s and Heart Healthy Oils
The Algae 2020, vol 2 global tour and study addresses and answers the key question "when will algae for biofuels be commercially viable, and which companies and projects are presently best positioned to meet this challenge? How will biochemicals, biopolymers and high value product markets be achieved? - September 30, 2010 - Emerging Markets Online
Distinguished Biologist Barry Chernoff M.S. ’76 to Lecture at Adelphi University on October 13, 2010
Ichthyologist Barry Chernoff will reflect on his research about South American fish and conservation efforts. - September 30, 2010 - Adelphi University