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After 30 Years, Central Coast Solar Company Expands
A solar business that started on the Central Coast of California over 30 years ago, Solarponics, has hired Todd Burnett, a well-known Santa Ynez local of 30 years, to offer solar electric installation and servicing to the entire Santa Ynez Valley. - August 26, 2009 - Solarponics
Sol, Inc. Donates Solar Lights to Local Boys and Girls Club
Greenway™ pathway lights provide safety and teaching tool for local area children - August 26, 2009 - Sol Inc (Solar Outdoor Lighting)
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Welcomes US Green Building Council Represented by the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter as Content Advisor
Story collaboration with the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the US Green Building Council as Content Advisor for Educational Awareness. - August 25, 2009 - InsightsSeries
EOS® Selected as Bioremediation Product for Massive Indiana TCE Groundwater Plume
Past use of tricholoroethene (TCE) at a manufacturing facility in Indiana created a contaminated plume of groundwater approximately 1,000 feet wide, 8,000 feet long, and up to 75 feet deep. The plume has impacted a regionally significant unconfined aquifer. EOS® 598B42 was the selected electron donor for the bioaugmentation pilot test that was completed at the site. The pilot test demonstrated that complete reductive dechlorination and full-scale application of the technology was possible. - August 23, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Aquentium, Inc. to Pursue Algae Bio-Fuel Opportunities
Aquentium, Inc., a publicly traded company in the United States of America (OTCBB: AQNM) has secured 475 acres in the State of New Mexico for the development of an algae bio-fuel production facility. - August 23, 2009 - Aquentium
Nobel Laureate to Keynote at Africa’s Premier Green Business Summit
Website Launch for Green Business Africa Summit & Expo 2010 Opens Submissions for Presentations and Invites Sponsorships. - August 22, 2009 - SolarGren Media
Columbia Analytical Pursues DoD ELAP Approval
Columbia Analytical’s Kelso laboratory is the first lab in the nation to have its assessment results submitted to the Department of Defense (DoD) Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP). Laboratories which seek to perform new testing projects for DoD environmental restoration... - August 21, 2009 - ALS Environmental
Beautorium.com Features Exclusive Interview with Trilogy Founder Sarah Gibbs
Beautorium, the online marketplace for the planet's premier collection of natural and organic beauty care, features an exclusive interview with Sarah Gibbs, Trilogy founder and co-director. In the interview, Gibbs discusses how she and her sister Catherine de Groot combined their commitment to... - August 20, 2009 - Beautorium
D. Earl Barnes' Service Honored in New Exhibit in The Whalehead Club's Wildlife Museum
Though he passed away over thirty-eight years ago, Dempsey Earl Barnes’ life work and contribution to the State of North Carolina has been uniquely honored and lives on in the newest exhibit at The Whalehead Club Wildlife Museum. The museum is located in the Outer Banks of North... - August 20, 2009 - Marketing Specifics
Pro Energy Consultants Appoints Jeff Pizzino Director of Corporate Communications
Jeff Pizzino, a 22-year veteran public relations practitioner, is tasked with expanding Pro Energy Consultants' national brand awareness with an ambitious media relations campaign. - August 20, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Mike Marach Named Director of Business Development Training for Pro Energy Consultants
Mike Marach, a former trainer with a Fortune 150 company, will teach the owners of Pro Energy Consultants franchises a system for growing their business. - August 20, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Richmond County, Nova Scotia's 1st Skystream 3.7 Windmill
Ross and Gail MacDonald, of Janvrin’s Island, just completed the installation of a Skystream 3.7 marine grade 2.4 kilowatt wind turbine. Appleseed Energy (www.appleseedenergy.com) installed the windmill on a 45' galvanized tilting monopole tower. - August 19, 2009 - Appleseed Energy
Aquentium to Open Office in Seoul South Korea for Waste-to-Energy Plants
Aquentium announced that the company expects to open an office in Seoul South Korea within the next 30 days. The office in Seoul South Korea will be used for the development of waste-to-energy plants throughout the country. - August 17, 2009 - Aquentium
Soilworks' Growth Prompts Expansion Into New Production Facility and New Corporate Office
Soilworks®, LLC, the world’s leading provider of environmentally safe soil stabilizers and dust control products, announced today the expansion of its headquarters and production facility in Chandler, Arizona. Exponential growth since its establishment in 2003, coupled with a dramatic... - August 15, 2009 - Soilworks, LLC
Wood Costs Were 53% of the Total Production Costs for Pulp Mills Worldwide in the 1Q/09, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
The largest cost component when manufacturing wood pulp is the cost of wood fiber. In the 1Q/09, this cost was 53% of the total production cost worldwide. Both the relative and nominal cost of wood have declined the past year; wood fiber costs in the 2Q/09 were at their lowest levels in over two years, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - August 14, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
National Geographic Features Fledermaus Users in ‘Drain The Ocean’ Show
Fledermaus Used as Analysis Tool for Users Credited in Show - August 13, 2009 - IVS 3D
Dr. Bud Smart of Audubon Environmental Releases Podcast on Sustainable Development
Audubon Environmental (www.audubonenv.com), a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced the release of a podcast on sustainable development. In the podcast, Miles M. - August 13, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
Further Investigation Into Defective Chinese Drywall by US Building Consultants, Inc. Results in a Warning for Companies Performing Remediation
After performing more inspections and additional laboratory results, U S Building Consultants, Inc. issues a warning to those performing remediation on homes or commercial buildings that may have defective Chinese drywall. - August 12, 2009 - USBCI
Amadeus Consulting Awarded PACE Certification
Amadeus Consulting, a custom software development company, Completes PACE (Partner for a Clean Environment) Certification Process. - August 12, 2009 - Amadeus Consulting
Ashkin Honors EPA and Illinois Governor’s Office as Green Cleaning Champions
In a ceremony recently held at Chicago’s first LEED-certified public school, Tarkington School of Excellence, Stephen Ashkin, president of The Ashkin Group and the professional cleaning industry’s leading advocate for Green Cleaning, presented awards to two key government agencies that... - August 11, 2009 - The Ashkin Group
Crabs Feel the Pinch | River Scavengers Under Threat
The “vultures” of our river systems are at risk from extinction, reveals new research published today. The IUCN Red List assessment, led by scientists from the Zoological Society of London and Northern Michigan University discovered that about one sixth of all freshwater crab species are threatened with extinction, with habitat loss and pollution to blame. - August 11, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Singapore Exhibition Services Holds Sustainable Energy Conference to Support Development of Renewable Energy Sources in Asia
Aimed at supporting sustainable growth in Asia, EnviroAsia2009 will feature the most advanced environmental, ecological and clean technologies across the four major environment industry segments – Waste, Water, Energy and Air. EnviroAsia2009 serves as the key networking platform for industry professionals in the region to keep up with the latest trends and develop tangible business partnerships. - August 11, 2009 - Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd
Second Annual International Conference on Energy, Logistics and the Environment
A two-day conference featuring high caliber worldwide executives from the energy, logistics, real estate, government and not for profit organizations who are driving the new low carbon global economy. Come and learn how they are doing it, pick their brains, and interact with them under a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. - August 10, 2009 - Global Commerce Forum
New York Fashion Week Initiative Breaks International Brands Into USA Market
Nolcha offers global fashion designers a full service program for runway shows, accessory exhibition and industry introductions. - August 10, 2009 - Nolcha
IndustrialCOOP.com Unveils Its Hazardous Waste Management and Waste Treatment Marketplace
The co-op industrial search engine and stand lone directory IndustrialCOOP has launched its new waste management equipment and services marketplace. - August 09, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Audubon Environmental Completes Services at Lonnie Poole Golf Course
Miles M. (Bud) Smart, Ph.D., president of Audubon Environmental (www.audubonenv.com), a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced that the firm has completed work... - August 09, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
Hawaiian Alchemy; Jewelry Manufacturer Launches New Process to Turn Old Items Into New
Designs 'N Gold, a Hawaiian jewelry manufacturer has devised a method of turning old, broken and unused jewelry into a new piece of jewelry to help save customers money while at the same time helping to save the planet. - August 08, 2009 - Designs 'N Gold
Food Miles Calculator Highlights the Bigger Picture
As organic food comes under the spotlight for its nutritional qualities a website focusing on the sector has urged shoppers to examine another crucial factor – food miles. Organiclinker.com has launched a food miles calculator, allowing users to check just how far their produce has travelled... - August 08, 2009 - OrganicLinker.com
Families Can Curb "Back to School" Expenses at Rapid Refill Ink
Exchange empty cartridges for environmentally-friendly refilled cartridges: save time and money. - August 07, 2009 - Rapid Refill Ink of Tampa
Marin Residents and Businesses Can Win Big Savings, Carbon Reductions, Energy Security Upgrade from Local Power Works, LLC Clean Energy Bid
Bringing dramatically cleaner and more secure energy sources to Marin County residents at prices at or below PG&E is what Local Power Works LLC’s July 20, 2009 bid to the Marin Energy Authority is all about. With its focus on local power and efficiency projects built by local firms, Local Power Works has bid to create local green jobs and improve the way of life in Marin County. The Local Power Works bid will provide over 76% of the community’s electricity from new local green energy sources. - August 05, 2009 - Local Power LLC
US Building Consultants Inc., US Building Laboratories Inc., Analytical Research Systems Inc., and the University of Florida Join Forces
U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc. collaborate with Analytical Research Systems, Inc. and the University of Florida to find solution to defective drywall crisis. - August 05, 2009 - USBCI
Shark Experts to be Auctioned on eBay
If you are watching Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, you are seeing the world’s top shark experts. Want to meet them in person? Then go to eBay and bid on lunch or dinner with your favorite shark expert. Meet for lunch or dinner, learn why they love sharks, and hear some great stories... - August 05, 2009 - Shark Research Institute
Greencare Ltd Has Launched a New Website and "All in One House" Environmental Solutions in Nairobi, Kenya
GreenCare is now offering waste management, pest control and fumigation, environmental audit and environmental impact assessment, environmental aesthetics (lawn care, landscaping, indoor and outdoor plants), provision of waste bins for handling and segregation of waste, cleaning Services, roof... - August 04, 2009 - GreenCare Ltd
California Tow Truck Association Opposes City Owned Vehicle Impound Facilities
Responding to concerns of California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) members regarding cities and counties competing in what has been considered private sector business by establishing government operated towing and/or storage facilities, the CTTA Board of Directors is taking a strong stance in... - August 03, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Shark Celebrities to be Auctioned on eBay During Shark Week
You’ve seen them on Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, Animal Planet and the BBC − they are the top shark experts in the world. Now meet them in person for lunch or dinner, learn why they love sharks and why sharks need protection. More than 20 of the world’s top shark experts... - August 01, 2009 - Shark Research Institute
EV-Charge America Today Announced the Release of Gen2 the Next Generation of Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Gen2® Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations have significantly more advantages over the older versions of charging stations that have had limited success in the marketplace. - July 31, 2009 - EV-Charge America
Aquentium Seeks JV Partners for Fruit and Vegetable Food Distribution Facilities That Will Include Enhanced Food Safety Measures
Aquentium, Inc. announced today that the company is seeking Joint Venture Partners for the development of fruit and vegetable food distribution centers throughout the United States as well as internationally. - July 31, 2009 - Aquentium
EPA Recognizes Diamond Packaging for Leading Green Power Purchase
Diamond Packaging announced today that it appears on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) new Top 20 Printers List of the largest green power purchasers in the commercial printing business. Diamond Packaging is purchasing more than 6 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green... - July 31, 2009 - Diamond Packaging
World's First Online Whooping CraneCam Launches
Operation Migration’s CraneCam is broadcasting live video around the world, offering watchers never-before-seen views of one of the world’s most endangered birds, the majestic Whooping crane. With fewer than 400 wild Whooping cranes in existence, Operation Migration Inc. and the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership are carrying out a reintroduction of these rare birds in Central Wisconsin, which sees Operation Migration use ultralight-aircraft to teach the cranes how and where to migrate. - July 30, 2009 - Operation Migration USA Inc
RPN & Carbonfund.org Publish Purchasing Guide for Carbon Offsets
Third-Party Standards, Verification and Auditing Are Hallmarks of Quality. - July 30, 2009 - Carbonfund.org
Enjoy a $4,500 Incentive Toward the BMW of Your Dreams at Shelly BMW: Dealership to Participate in New Car Allowance Rebate Program
Shelly BMW is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of the new Car Allowance Rebate System and turn in their current less fuel-efficient clunker for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. - July 30, 2009 - Shelly BMW
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Welcomes the Energy and Environmental Building Alliance as Content Advisor
Story collaboration with the Energy and Environmental Building Alliance as Content Advisor on Architectural and Energy Issues for Educational Awareness - July 30, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Fred Smilek Welcomes Michael Sanchez to the Society to Save Endangered Species
Fred Smilek and the Society to Save Endangered Species welcomes renowned microbiologist Michael Sanchez to their team of experts. - July 30, 2009 - Fred Smilek's Society to Save Endangered Species
Sustainable Cards Provides Eco-Friendly Key Cards to United Nations Climate Change Conference Hotels
Colorado company sending over 100,000 biodegradable key cards to Copenhagen hotels for global environmental summit - July 30, 2009 - Sustainable Cards
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Launches New Series on Environmental Health
Environmental Health as part of the Insights series - July 29, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Welcomes the Whittington Center as Content Advisor on the Outdoor Sports Television Program
Story collaboration with the Whittington Center as Content Advisor on Outdoor Sports Issues for Consumer and Expert Awareness - July 29, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Quality Parks Kicks Off Month Long, August 2009, Wild Turkey Sighting Survey
Summer's a great time for enjoying Long Island's natural resources. Why not also support its conservation? - July 29, 2009 - Quality Parks
A Healthy Green Home Debuts New Product Line Made of Recycled Materials
A Healthy Green Home™ introduces a new product line created from recycled juice boxes and rice sacks – an endeavor that keeps solid waste out of the landfill, and helps create green-collar jobs. A portion of all sales benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. - July 27, 2009 - A Healthy Green Home
Art Energy Design Launches the Power Flower
Art Energy Design launched its first project, the Pittsburgh Power Flower, a twelve foot wind driven kinetic sculpture in the form of a giant potted sunflower. Sun and wind energy are generated with a wind turbine driven by spinning flower petals and photo voltaic solar film leaf surfaces. The sculpture provides public access to DC power for laptops, phones and other electrical devices. The flower also powers colored LED lighting for dynamic night illumination. - July 25, 2009 - Art Energy Design
Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Holds 1st Annual Reverse Raffle Banquet to Promote Wetlands and Waterfowl Conservation
The Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Chapter will be sponsoring its first annual reverse raffle banquet to promote wetlands and waterfowl conservation. - July 24, 2009 - Ducks Unlimited Raleigh Chapter