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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
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
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
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.
NPSA Celebrates Arbor Day by Saving Trees
The National Portable Storage Association is celebrating Arbor Day with education on how portable storage containers can save trees. - May 03, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Comprehensive Environmental Poll Collection Now Available -- For Free
Water Words That Work, LLC has curated an enormous collection of environmental polls, surveys, focus groups, and related market research reports. This collection is now open to all to search, for free. - May 01, 2010 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Rally Planned for End of 200+ Mile Paddle; $100 Award Given for Best Sign
The Yadkin Riverkeeper, Dean Naujoks, is coming down the homestretch of his 200+ mile paddle of the Yadkin River. The Tour de Yadkin ends Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 1:00 pm with a rally at the Swift Island boat launch on Lake Tillery. The public is invited to attend the rally and support Yadkin... - May 01, 2010 - Yadkin River Keeper
Anderson-McQueen Celebrates Arbor Day with 1000 Trees
Anderson-McQueen Family Tribute Centers is celebrating Arbor Day by providing more than 1000 trees for local residents to participate in a global reforestation project. Partnering with Seed Our Future, the St. Petersburg funeral home distributed cards to 1000 neighbors with a unique PIN code to be... - May 01, 2010 - Anderson-McQueen Family Tribute Centers
Balfour Beatty Construction’s Hank Mouser Named Safety Professional of the Year
At its annual Awards Night on April 21, 2010, TEXO, the combined chapter of the North/East Texas Chapter of the Associated General Contractors and the Associated Builders and Contractors North Texas, named Balfour Beatty Construction’s Hank Mouser its 2010 Safety Professional of the Year. The... - April 30, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Algae 2020 Global Commercialization Tour Continues in Washington, Houston and Prague
The Algae 2020 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?" - April 30, 2010 - Emerging Markets Online
Balfour Beatty Construction Builds Ronald Mcdonald Houses on Two Coasts
Balfour Beatty Construction is celebrating its contributions to two new Ronald McDonald Houses—the “House(s)-That-Love Built®”—each on opposite sides of the United States. On Friday, April 23, the House in San Diego, California received the 2010 Project Achievement Award... - April 29, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Green Expectations, Green Collar Association’s April Newsletter
In the April issue of Green Expectations looks at the bi-partisan climate change bill being written by Senators Lieberman, Kerry, and Graham. - April 28, 2010 - Green Collar Association
Local Chicago Group Hosts the Zeitgeist Movement Educational Event
On Monday evening May 3, supporters of The Illinois Chapter of The Zeitgeist Movement will present a free all ages educational event at the Abbey Pub in Chicago, open to the community in honor of The Zeitgeist Movement (www.thezeitgeistmovement.com). The Zeitgeist Movement explores the root causes of the unfolding world financial, environmental, and labor collapses that are not discussed in mainstream press or academia, and offers a viable solution. - April 28, 2010 - The Zeitgeist Movement
As You Sow and Shareholders Target MDU Resources on Coal Ash
Shareholders press coal utility to reduce coal ash-related risks after Tennessee disaster - April 25, 2010 - As You Sow
Water Words That Work Announces Environmental Communications Workshop Offer in Austin
Calling all natural resource managers, watershed organizations, waterkeepers, and land trusts. The National Wildlife Federation will host a hands-on environmental communication workshop designed just for you in Austin, TX on May 5th, 2010. Participants will learn to prepare written and spoken communications that connect with everyday citizens and motivate action on behalf of our rivers, forests, lakes, wetlands, and oceans. - April 24, 2010 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Carolina Environmental Group to Tackle Environmental Issues at Landfills in California
Carolina Environmental Group is a body of top engineers that seeks to provide innovative engineering and technological inputs to projects of immense importance. The group specializes in three areas -- hydrology, environment management, and construction engineering. Recently, it has been awarded the project for environmental remediation of the landfill sites in two counties of California, Alameda and San Francisco. - April 24, 2010 - Carolina Environmental Group Inc
The U.S. National Whitewater Center to Host Earth Day Celebration
The USNWC will celebrate Earth Day with a number of activities and special offers Sunday, April 25th. - April 24, 2010 - The U.S. National Whitewater Center
Green Deconstruction Diverts 284 Tons by Earth Day, 2010
Green Deconstruction Services, a Cleveland, Ohio based company specializing in sustainability, deconstruction and landfill diversion, recently completed a whole house project in Rocky River, Ohio where nearly 100% of the home was diverted from a landfill. - April 24, 2010 - Green Deconstruction Services
2010 Deep Research Report on China Wind Turbine Casting Industry Market Report Now Available on ReportsandReports
China Top 12 Wind Turbine Casting manufacturers Wind Turbine Casting Capacity Production Cost Average selling price Production Value Revenue Profit etc information. - April 23, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
Trish Derrico of New Growth Environmental Consulting Announces Two Promotions
New Growth Environmental Consulting, one of the nation’s geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firms, announced today that it has promoted two individuals within the firm. - April 23, 2010 - New Growth Consultants
Earth Day Meets Wall Street: Lemon Tree Square Offers Trendy, Eco-Friendly Products While Saving American Jobs
Consumers have become so comfortable with eco-friendly products that it has become just one factor when deciding on a business plan. Lemon Tree Square adds one major pre-requisite to the product line-up: all products must be made in the USA. - April 22, 2010 - Lemon Tree Square
Rentricity to Support Pennsylvania-Based Water Utility Clean Energy Initiative
Rentricity Inc., a New York City based renewable energy company, is completing a feasibility assessment of an energy recovery installation at several North Wales Water Authority sites in Pennsylvania. Rentricity’s Flow-to-Wire systems transform excess energy contained in high pressure zones into a new source of "green" electricity. - April 22, 2010 - Rentricity Inc.
Teres McClen Takes Eco-Luxury to the Derby
The McClen Fashion Group—an innovative, luxury, fine-living brand heightening awareness through ethical practices, procedures, products and services with the lowest impact to the environment—will join noted celebrities, athletes and community leaders at Ferdinand’s Ball to help... - April 22, 2010 - McClen Group
HomeownersInsurance.org's Danger Zones - Worldwide Deaths from Natural Disasters (Infographic)
HomeownersInsurance.org has released an infographic displaying the past 30 years of worldwide deaths from natural disasters, sorted by continent. - April 22, 2010 - Homeowners Insurance
Huper Optik USA Launches New Clear Security Film Line
Hüper Optik USA is now offering a Clear Shield Security Film in addition to its Ceramic 50 Shield 4 and 8-mil products. The Hüper Optik Clear Shield products will allow the company’s authorized dealers to provide solutions for those wanting to prevent damage from severe natural... - April 22, 2010 - Huper Optik USA
Ozone Solutions Purchases Hess Machine International
Hess Machine gives Ozone Solutions a new branch with years of experience applying ozone to the bottled water industry, and provides existing Hess Machine customers access to a wider product line. - April 22, 2010 - Ozone Solutions, Inc.
Holistic Healer's Directory Announces Newest Member: Sedona Metaphysical Spiritual Association
Sedona Metaphysical Spiritual Association serves as a “seeker’s guide” to Sedona, Arizona. SMSA specializes in connecting spiritual seekers with metaphysical, spiritual practitioners and businesses to assist them with their journeys. - April 22, 2010 - CloudNine Marketing
Former Hughes Aide and World Recognized Environmentalist John Meier Releases Book for Earth Day
John Meier re-releases the book he wrote for the 1st Earth Day, Speaking for the Earth, for Earth Day’s 40th Anniversary so the environmental movement can look back at what has and hasn’t been done with environmental issues. - April 22, 2010 - Speaking For the Earth
Bake Hand Car Wash Keeping It Clean and Green
Lake Forest based car wash continues its effort to educate Orange County residents about the eco-friendly benefits of its professional car wash service and facility. - April 22, 2010 - Bake Hand Car Wash
Help Bring Earth Day Back to Its Roots
Population Media Center encourages environmentalists to stop ignoring population - April 21, 2010 - Population Media Center
David Strumeier Sr. Business Consultant of SIWS Announces Waste Gasification Plant
It’s a perfect storm of need and opportunity. - April 21, 2010 - Scorpion International Waste Solutions
Jewelry Outlets Called to Celebrate Earth Day
Celebrate all the beautiful natural things that come from the Earth including precious metals. Crazy4MoneyClips calls on jewelry stores to celebrate this day with discounts for Earth Conscious Patrons. - April 21, 2010 - Crazy4MoneyClips
EarthBinder Announces Scholarship Program
Applications for EarthBinder Scholarship Program are now being accepted. Mr. Jeff Miller, President of EarthBinder announced today the launch of EarthBinder's Scholars, a scholarship program designed to support high school students in the Omaha, Nebraska metro area who display strong potential for... - April 21, 2010 - SpeedBinder
PioMu Donates 1% of Earnings to the Planet
In time for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, the online store PioMu, which specializes on eco-friendly and non-toxic toys, announces that it is the first company from Puerto Rico to affiliate with the prestigious 1% for the Planet organization. - April 20, 2010 - PioMu
Discount Cab Set to Break National Record for Cab Trips on Earth Day
Nation’s Largest Toyota Prius Fleet Will Donate $1 from Every Cab Ride to Homeward Bound. - April 20, 2010 - Discount Cab
Surfspots-GPS Teams Global Oceans' Campaign with Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
WDCS expands Global Oceans’ Worldwide Conservation Campaign; Surfspots-GPS delivers a unique blend of hot breaking news, big-wave surfing sports coverage equally balanced with and devoted to an 'urgent call-to-action', we're raising the bar...Global Oceans' Worldwide Conservation Campaign. Educational awareness of the importance of preserving our global oceans, coastal beaches and precious marine life. Everyone can help, that's really the good news. - April 19, 2010 - Surfspots-GPS
GreenPowerSaverStore.com Launches the R3 Reuse, Reclaim, Recycle Program
GreenPowerSaverStore.com launches the R3 reuse, reclaim, recycle program online for consumers to coincide with Earth Day. In addition to offering energy-saving electronic products, GreenPowerSaverStore.com now offers a way to recycle those products. The R3 reuse, reclaim, recycle program offers a... - April 18, 2010 - Jasbr llc
EMLab P&K’s Virginia Lab Celebrates 5th Anniversary, Supports Northeast with Mold and Bacteria Analysis
EMLab P&K has been serving Virginia and surrounding states for over 5 years. The Virginia lab offers mold and bacterial analysis. - April 18, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Southwest Texas Water Resources Offers Testimony on Responsible Approach to Manage and Protect Edwards Aquifer
Rodney T. Smith, Ph.D., President of the Board of Managers of Southwest Texas Water Resources, LP (STWR) testified today before the Texas House of Representatives Natural Resources Committee at the State Capitol. Rod Smith discussed with the Committee his team’s approach to managing the... - April 18, 2010 - Southwest Texas Water Resources, LP
LetterLogic, Inc. Using Hydrogen to Run Company Mail Trucks
Converting company trucks to a hyrdogen cell generator is just one of the many ways LetterLogic leads the way in strong environmental practices. - April 18, 2010 - LetterLogic, Inc.