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Jones Valley Resort on Shasta Lake Receives Clean Marinas Certificate
Jones Valley Resort, part of houseboats .com, has received the Clean Marinas California Program Designation Certificate after a vigorous inspection and marina evaluation by an impartial industry review team comprised of a cross section of professionals in the marina industry and representatives... - June 11, 2010 - HouseBoats.com
New Grout Sealers Uses Green Chemicals to Protect Grout Joints
Daimer®'s new Eco Green® Grout Sealer shields grout lines from stains and discolorations with a plant-based, biodegradable formula. - June 11, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Woodchuck Cider Partners with American Forests
American Forests to Plant 8,432 Trees in Honor of Woodchuck Cider Facebook Page Earth Week Campaign. - June 10, 2010 - Woodchuck Hard Cider
Worldwide Industrial Debuts Its Waste Containers and Other Waste Handling Equipment Offerings
The American-Asian industrial trade portal dedicates itself to a cleaner environment with its latest waste management solutions for manufacturers. - June 10, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
GetSolar Launches Online Solar Quote System
GetSolar releases a new interactive online tool that allows US residential and commercial customers to find out the true energy potential of their roofs. - June 09, 2010 - GetSolar
WaterDamage.com Receives Highly Coveted and Rare Lead Certification Status from EPA.
Extreme Clean Construction, Inc. parent company of WaterDamage.com (http://www.waterdamage.com) has received Lead Certification status from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) per letter from EPA date May 26, 2010 which states, “Thank you for applying to the U.S. Environmental... - June 09, 2010 - Water Damage
Hotram Beach Resort Supports Call for Positive Action for Environment, Launches Green Art Coloring Contest for Kids
HoTram Resort supports call for positive action for environment by launching coloring contest that focuses on prompting awareness among the participants. - June 09, 2010 - Ho Tram Beach Resort & Spa
Winery Insider and Humanitas Support Gulf of Mexico Response on World Oceans Day
Winery Insider (wineryinsider.com), the first members-only, private sale company to focus exclusively on the wine category, and Humanitas Wine Company are teaming up on World Oceans Day – June 8th – in support of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill response effort. 100% of the profits of Humanitas wines sold by Winery Insider during the one-day sale, which will feature the winery’s Signum and Good Earth wines at up to 40% below suggested retail prices, will be donated to Ocean-related organizations. - June 05, 2010 - Cronin Communications
Alabama-Based Blueprints360 Documents Gulf Oil Spill with 360-Degree Spherical Video
Blueprints360, a division of Integrated Electronic Technologies, Inc. in Mobile, Ala., is creating a Web-based interactive 360º video documentary of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill that has affected the Gulf Coast's way of life. - June 05, 2010 - Blueprints360
Daimer® Green Cleaning Chemicals Offered to Cleaning Contractors at New Price
A new reseller program reduces the cost of opening a business to $5,000 and allows contractors to sell products under a private label or Eco Green® label. - June 05, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Capital Safety Group Opens New India Entity in Chennai with Full Range of Safety Solutions, Consultancy and Training
Capital Safety Products India Pvt. Ltd. In Chennai, India is the newest addition to Capital Safety Group’s (CSG) growing global network. Under the direction of Vinod Hariharan, CSG Country Head for the India region, the new office at the Gemini Parsen Apartments on Mount Road is in operation... - June 04, 2010 - Capital Safety Group Asia Pte Ltd
3rd Annual Reggae for Climate Protection Festival Announced
Reggae for Climate Protection will celebrate its 3rd Annual Green Festival August 13th-15th this year. A music concert at the Paper Mill Island Amphitheater - Sunday, August 15th, Lock 24, Oswego Street, Baldwinsville, NY, commemorates a 40/40; the 40-year anniversary of both Earth day and world renowned band “The Original Wailers,” formerly of Bob Marley and the Wailers. Also performing are John Brown’s Body, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, and Rubblebucket Orchestra. - June 03, 2010 - Reggae for Climate Protection
New Product from "Earth Friendly Electronics" Company Made with Cutting-Edge Composite Material
Wood-plastic composite material makes green company's "xeMini" the most eco-friendly portable power source on the market. - June 03, 2010 - Revolve Electronics, Inc.
Pro Energy Consultants Surpasses 50 Franchises
In just 18 months, Pro Energy Consultants has awarded more than 50 franchises across the U.S. It now has a presence in 30 states and remains the only national energy auditing franchise. - June 03, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Oil Rig Blowout & Spill Experts are High in Demand on Zintro.com
Investors, Law-firms, and Consultants are seeking Oil Rig Blowout & Spill Experts on Zintro.com. - June 02, 2010 - Zintro, Inc.
Rentricity Launches Innovative Energy Recovery Program for New York Water Utilities
NYSERDA-funded Company to Utilize Untapped Renewable Resource to Generate Clean Energy - June 01, 2010 - Rentricity Inc.
Pacific Resort Rarotonga Benchmarks Environmental Practices
In an important milestone for Pacific Resort Rarotonga, the organisation’s commitment to environmental practices has been recognised by EarthCheck; the world’s leading sustainable travel and tourism certification organisation. The EarthCheck Program is widely regarded as the... - June 01, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Green Incentives for Business
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has scheduled a live webcast on “Green Incentives for Business – Tax Incentives that Help Alleviate the Cost of Investing in Energy - Efficient Assets and Alternative... - May 29, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
IFAI Provides Specialty Fabrics for Urgently Needed GOM Oil Cleanup
Go-to list posted with supplier/manufacturers of oil containment products and the components to make them on www.ifai.com - May 28, 2010 - Industrial Fabrics Association International
Biomass Now Generates 32% of All Energy in Sweden, Causing Increased Competition for Pulpwood, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
Biomass has now surpassed oil to become the number one source for energy generation in Sweden. The increased competition for logs and wood chips between the pulp industry and energy sector has pushed wood fiber prices to new highs, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - May 27, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Low Carbon Building Programme Early Closure - Comment from Nu-Heat
The Government has closed the LCBP grants programme. - May 26, 2010 - Nu-Heat
Supply Chain, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility Executive, John Wilkerson Earns Breakthrough Global Financial Credentials
John Wilkerson, Vice President, Supply Chain, Environmental and Corporate Social Responsibility Practice Leader achieved senior accreditation, similar to former Kraft, Albertson’s, Mckinsey, Grant Thornton Executives. - May 25, 2010 - Bellwether Services
Caretta Workspace Offers Elegant Office Furnishings That Reduce Clutter and Carbon Footprint
The Caretta Workspace company Uses LEED Guidelines in Manufacturing, to reduce carbon footprint and clutter at the same time, becoming a more eco-friendly business. - May 25, 2010 - Caretta Workspace
Innovative Gas Vapor Mitigation Systems for Protection Against Vapor Intrusion in Brownfield Redevelopment Projects
CETCO announces the availability of an innovative multi-system Gas Vapor Mitigation program. With vapor intrusion becoming more of a significant environmental issue for regulators, industry leaders, and concerned residents nationwide, CETCO has developed, with the support of their world-class research and development team, a multi-system approach that provides four customized solutions for mitigating gas vapors generated from a wide variety of contaminants. - May 24, 2010 - CETCO
Victoria Theatre Association and Waste Management Launch Successful Green Partnership
With the help of Waste Management, Victoria Theatre Association has adopted a new recycling program. - May 23, 2010 - Victoria Theatre Association
AshBritt Environmental to Join Public Officials and Disaster Preparedness Leaders at Governor's Hurricane Conference
The 24th Annual Florida Governor’s Hurricane Conference Will be Held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, May 23-28. - May 22, 2010 - AshBritt Environmental
New Non-Profit Focuses on Native Species Habitat Restoration in Pescadero Waterways and Marsh
A group of concerned citizens announced formation of a new non-profit determined to reverse the startling population decline of native coastal and marine species. Starting with projects along the San Mateo Coast, the Coastal Alliance for Species Enhancement will work to restore threatened species and protect recreational use of delicate areas. - May 21, 2010 - Coastal Alliance for Species Enhancement
Research Report on Chinese Solar PV Equipment Industry, 2010-2011 Market Report Now Available on ReportsandReports
Automatic screen printer, automatic sorting machine, and plate PECVD are still dependent on import. Presently, the mainstream production lines of solar cells in China adopt both domestically made and imported equipment. A standard 25MW production line calls for the investment of approximately USD 5-9 million. - May 20, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Tennessee After Flooding
EMLab P&K adds local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support the increased need for environmental testing in Tennessee. - May 20, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Green Gifting for Grads & Dads with Green World Rewards
Without any additional cost, up to 15% of a members' actions support a generous donation to reducing our carbon footprint, at www.GreenWorldRewards.com. Online shopping conserves energy and resources, while consolidated mass shipping also eases environmental burdens. Membership is free. Donations are free. Every purchase, for every occasion, can become a greener one. - May 19, 2010 - Green World Rewards
The Zeitgeist Movement to Exhibit at Greenfestival Chicago May 22-23 at Navy Pier
Supporters of The Illinois Chapter of The Zeitgeist Movement will be exhibiting at the GreenFestival Chicago event, this Saturday and Sunday May 22-23 at Navy Pier, booth #709. Festival hours are Saturday 10am-7pm, and Sunday 11am-6pm. See www.greenfestivals.org/chicago/ for more fest information. Come and get educated on this growing green worldwide movement. - May 18, 2010 - The Zeitgeist Movement
Radon Mitigation Ann Arbor: Hotline for Michigan Remediation, Abatement, Testing, Reduction, Abatement & Removal Systems Offered by Air Quality Control Inc.
Recent studies have concluded that homes in Southeast Michigan have radon levels that are 15% higher than the National average. Air Quality Control, Ann Arbor Michigan's leading installer of radon reduction systems, recommends that all homes be tested for radon gas. For more information about... - May 17, 2010 - Ann Arbor Radon Mitigation - Michigan Radon Remediation
Clear the Air, Inc. Announces the Addition of a New MERV Rating Chart to Their Website
Danielle Zidek, today announced the addition of a new MERV rating chart to the Clear the Air website. “The addition of this new MERV chart will play an important role in establishing clarity about MERV ratings and product performance. In addition we have added a very detailed explanation... - May 15, 2010 - Clear the Air, Inc.
Thriving LED Light Bulb Business Expands Online
A Green Light Bulb business in Cheltenham says it is making a profit by helping the environment. LED Lighting Bulbs specialises in reducing the electricity costs and carbon emissions of homeowners by switching their light bulbs. The company offers a website for home users to buy these LED Light... - May 15, 2010 - LED Lighting Bulbs
CMT Worldwide Eco-Titan Poles Successfully Completed ENA Fire Standards Testing at Western Fire Center Meeting Australian Brush Fire Requirements
The Eco-Titan Utility Distribution Pole successfully completed testing in accordance with ENA pole fire tests to insure proper application in Australia and other potential fire zones markets worldwide. Testing was conducted at the Western Fire Center. - May 14, 2010 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
Wright Scoop Challenges Green Industry to Deliver Brand Equity
Richmond VA based The Wright Scoop – consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith, Sylvia Hoehns Wright, nationally recognized contributing writer and communications specialist, challenges International Floriculture Expo attendees to inject products, services and organizations with an unique, consistent, desirable persona-position delivering brand equity. - May 14, 2010 - The Wright Scoop
Valero Energy Corporation Will Implement the ENFOS Environmental Business Management Solution
Valero Energy Corporation, a Fortune 500 company based in San Antonio, TX, will deploy ENFOS software to manage their environmental liability program. - May 13, 2010 - ENFOS, Inc.
Scarlet Girl Helps Adult Toy Makers Get a Little Greener
Scarlet Girl contracts with a California manufacturer to manage the adult toy maker's sex toy recycling needs. - May 12, 2010 - Scarlet Girl
Pittsburgh Bee Removal Company Teams Up with Local Beekeepers to Help “Save the Bees”
Bees are disappearing due to a mysterious phenomenon known as Colony Collapse Disorder. However, bee removal is sometimes still necessary - The Bee Hunter is teaming up with local bee keepers in order to save the bees he removes, when possible. - May 12, 2010 - The Bee Hunter
AdvantaClean Continues Expansion Into Central North Carolina
AdvantaClean, a 15 year old Environmental Services Company based in North Carolina continues growing. - May 11, 2010 - AdvantaClean Systems
Pro Energy Consultants No. 14 on 2010 Hot 100 Franchise List
Pro Energy Consultants, the only national energy auditing company, placed No. 14 RedHotFranchises.com’s 2010 Hot 100 Franchise List. The company also recently surpassed 50 franchises and has a presence in more than half the states. - May 10, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Adam Weitsman of Upstate Shredding LLC Lives “Going Green”
Because of the new products created from the scrap, the environment is cleaner, and tons of low-grade scrap no longer end up in New York's landfills, says Adam Weitsman, the company's president. He says Upstate Shredding has and is environmentally conscious. It has a water management and treatment... - May 09, 2010 - VirtualbusinessLifestyle.com
E-Waste Recycling Event at the Playa Vista Farmers Market on 5/22
On 5/22/2010, 1 Earth Recycle will be providing e-waste collection at the Playa Vista Farmers Market from 9am to 2pm. Bring your old and unwanted electronics to the 1 Earth Recycle booth at the farmers market on that day for free recycling of most items. - May 07, 2010 - 1 Earth Recycle
New Global Compliance Tool to be Focus of Citation’s First U.K. Visit
Citation Technologies releases new regulation compliance product for environmental, health and safety compliance worldwide at its first U.K. trade show -- the Safety & Health Expo 2010 in Birmingham, England. - May 07, 2010 - Citation Technologies Inc.
AltaTerra Web Conference on Net Zero Energy Buildings Unites Efficiency and Solar
The web conference, “Net Zero Energy Buildings: Emerging Trend Unites Efficiency and Solar,” featuring David Kaneda, Founder and President of Integrated Design Associates (IDeAs) and Reuben Schwartz, Senior Analyst at AltaTerra Research, will be held Thursday, June 17th. - May 07, 2010 - AltaTerra Research
Sonic Wave Recording Artist Anand Bhatt Aids Gulf Oil Spill
GRAMMY Considered Rock Star Anand Bhatt Successfully Encourages Colleagues to Divert Efforts to the Gulf Oil Spill Animal Rescue - May 06, 2010 - Sonic Wave International
VI Montessori Students Set Off to Study Leatherback Sea Turtles in Costa Rica
Youth will join Costa Rican researchers to help protect this critically endangered sea turtle and learn hands-on science and conservation methods. - May 06, 2010 - Ecology Project International
Innovative GaiaRecycle™ Organic Waste Recycling Systems Now Available for U.S. Markets
Comprehensive line of GaiaRecycle systems turns food scraps and organic waste into rich soil amendments and energy resources. - May 05, 2010 - GaiaRecycle, LLC
Your World Needs You: Tetra Pak and WWF-UK Begin Search for Best Renewable Ideas
Tetra Pak and WWF-UK launch partnership competition to turn public’s green intentions into action - May 05, 2010 - Tetra Pak
ecocyn Announces Rainforest Adventure Sweepstakes
To celebrate its successful launch and to bring awareness to environmental challenges around the world, Ecocyn today announced its Rainforest Adventure Sweepstakes. Exploring alternative cultures and climates, when conducted mindfully can be a powerful tool for positive change, inspiring awareness of environmental responsibility and social commitment. - May 05, 2010 - Ecocyn Energy, Inc.