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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
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
Green Team Offers Green Clean and Organized Space
Local green companies team together to help its customers green up to save time and money - July 24, 2009 - Office Assistance Plus
National Life Project Receives LEED-EB Silver Certification
The Largest Green Building Campus in Vermont is Honored with a LEED Certification. - July 24, 2009 - National Life Group
Dr. Bud Smart of Audubon Environmental Releases Sustainable Development Design Podcast
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 discussing sustainable development design. In the... - July 24, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
New Capabilities for A2 Technologies Exoscan™ -the FTIR System for Lab and Field Use
A2 Technologies announces increased sampling and usability capabilities for its compact Exoscan FTIR spectrometer system. These enhancements extend the capability of this spectrometer to cover an array of applications and make the Exoscan the ideal system for the scientist who requires optimum... - July 23, 2009 - A2 Technologies
NC Green Entrepreneur Goes After Data Center Energy Waste with Decidedly Low Tech Approach
Data Connections is tackling the data center “over cooling problem” by providing an inventive suite of passive airflow control products that reduce wasted fan power. - July 23, 2009 - Data Connections Inc
Premier Chemicals Announce Exclusive Distribution Agreement with 3M for It’s Gold Catalyst, NanAucat™
Premier Chemicals are pleased to announce they will be attending Gold 2009 in Heidelberg, Germany. Here Premier Chemicals will be sharing with the commercial and academic community their commercial tie up with the 3M corporation which will see Premier Chemicals exclusively distribute 3M’s... - July 23, 2009 - Premier Chemicals Ltd
Healthy Mum – Eggcellent Chicks (Maternal Diet Key to Chick Survival: | ZSL Living Conservation)
Parents who eat their 5-a-day can help protect their chicks against parasites, reveals new research on the New Zealand hihi published today. Scientists identified carotenoids in adult hihi diets as an important ingredient for counteracting the negative effects of the blood sucking mite Ornithonyssus bursa on their chicks. - July 23, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Collaborates with the North American Association for Environmental Education
Story collaboration with the NAAEE as Content Advisor on Environmental Issues for Consumer and Expert Awareness. - July 22, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Love or Lust? Only Time Will Shell for ZSL London Zoo’s Giant Galápagos Tortoises
SL London Zoo opens its brand new Giants of the Galápagos exhibit. - July 22, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Stephen Ashkin Helps Wal-Mart Score
Stephen Ashkin, President of The Ashkin Group and the jansan industry’s leading advocate for Green Cleaning, has been invited by Wal-Mart to be a part of what the retailer refers to as their “network.” - July 21, 2009 - The Ashkin Group
ClearCarbon Expects Real Benefits for Suppliers from Wal-Mart Supply Chain Sustainability Index
The Wal-Mart Sustainability Index presents an opportunity for supplier companies to more effectively manage their carbon, energy, and costs. - July 20, 2009 - ClearCarbon
Champion-Arrowhead LLC Converts All Products to "Lead Free" in Preparation for New Laws
Champion-Arrowhead LLC is proud to announce that it has converted all of its products to “lead-free.” New products will be available to order starting September 1, 2009. All products will be available in “lead-free” by adding a “LF” to the end of the... - July 18, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
Community Green Energy’s Solar Roof Sweepstakes Runs Through 2009
Community Green Energy has launched a sweepstakes as part of its goal to put 1,000 new solar roofs in cities across America. The “Solar Roof” sweepstakes runs through December 31, 2009, and is open to all adult U.S. residents. One winner will receive a complete 1 kilowatt roof mounted solar photovoltaic package. - July 18, 2009 - Community Green Energy
Confused About Carbon Offsets? Greenopia Ranks Top Ten Personal Offsetters.
Today Greenopia released a comprehensive ranking of the top ten Carbon Offset companies for mitigating personal climate impact produced by flying, driving, and from household energy consumption. Topping the list are TerraPass and EnPalo. Carbon Offsets have been under fire in recent years due to... - July 18, 2009 - Greenopia.com
Mr. John Takes Part in Habitat Philadelphia’s First LEED Certified Green Building Project
A Standard Mr. John portable restroom proudly stands on the site of Habitat Philadelphia’s first LEED Certified green building project in West Philadelphia. - July 18, 2009 - Russell Reid / Mr. John
One Year Later, Youngest Solo Circumnavigator Returns Safely to Port Using ClearPoint Weather Service and Satellite Phone
First Sailor Under 18 to Cross the Globe in a Sailboat Weathered Oceanic Storms - July 17, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies
Helios Launches Sports Sustainability Partnership Program
Exceptional program brings sustainable practices, carbon reduction initiatives and leading edge scientific expertise to sports entities. - July 17, 2009 - Helios Partners
Economical & Environmental Compliance Monitoring
Sper Scientific introduces EPA and OSHA compliance monitoring equipment that is economically, as well as environmentally, friendly. - July 17, 2009 - Sper Scientific, LTD
New Patent Opens New Avenues for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation
Current research firmly overrides previous scientific belief that petroleum and other aromatic hydrocarbons do not respond to anaerobic decontamination. A recent patent license agreement between EOS Remediation and the full-service global consulting firm Delta Consultants adds a highly effective approach to EOS Remediation’s stable of anaerobic bioremediation products, providing customers an innovative, cost-effective solution for petroleum hydrocarbon remediation. - July 16, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Liquid-Filled LED Bulbs Finally Make “Green” Lighting Cool
Eternaleds, Inc., announces the debut of their HydraLux-4 LED light bulb, the world’s first of its kind that uses liquid-cooling technology to look and function exactly like a regular light bulb. - July 16, 2009 - Eternaleds Inc.
Ziphany’s Software Delivers for Con Ed’s DLRP Program
Ziphany provides back-office software enabling demand response providers in the Con Ed territory to participate in its demand response program, known as DLRP. - July 16, 2009 - Ziphany, LLC
Tough Questions Will be Answered at GIE+EXPO; GIE+EXPO Workshops Schedule Announced for 2009
Tough questions are being asked within the industry, and the answers will be found during the GIE+EXPO Workshops at the 2009 GIE+EXPO. The tradeshow will be held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Thursday – Saturday, October 29-31. It is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment... - July 16, 2009 - GIE+EXPO
Columbia Analytical Appoints Rachmaninoff as Lab Director
Columbia Analytical Services, Inc., a national environmental laboratory network announces the hiring of Andre Rachmaninoff to direct its Jacksonville laboratory. - July 16, 2009 - ALS Environmental
RV Awnings and Eco-Friendly Products Transforming the RV Industry
RV awning and RV accessories retailer, ShadePro.net, introduces a product that encourages easy, affordable and green RV-living. - July 15, 2009 - ShadePro Inc.
Birding Comes to the Small Screen
An exciting new birdwatching TV show, Birding Adventures, is available in most major regions in the US. - July 15, 2009 - Birding Adventures, LLC
Recycle Your Umbrella at Grand Central: Local Labels Collects Umbrellas for Recycled Bags
Local Labels collects broken umbrellas at its Grand Central kiosk to recycle into fashionable bags and totes. - July 15, 2009 - Local Labels
LionForce ecoLiving Home Receives LEED Gold
The U.S. Green Building Council Awards LionForce Building Systems LEED Gold Certification. - July 14, 2009 - LionForce Building Systems
FPC Announces Major Milestone in Tree Farming Initiative
The Forest Products Commission (FPC) has reached a crucial milestone in a major tree planting project to deliver carbon permits to energy retailer, Synergy. Acting General Manager Paul Tzaikos confirmed that FPC had acquired more than 5,000 hectares of land for its tree planting contract with... - July 12, 2009 - Forest Products Commission
Water Treatment Products in China, India, Japan and South Korea
The Asian demand for water treatment products has been growing in recent years and the boom is predicted to continue in the future. - July 11, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Seattle’s Green Blocks Project Promises to Improve Energy Efficiency and Create Jobs
EOS Alliance, with support from the Seattle Mayor’s office, introduces a new program that educates residents, measurably reduces energy consumption and creates green-collar jobs. - July 10, 2009 - EOS Alliance
Certified Member of the Corporate Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors (CMCSCBD): New Distance Learning and Online Certification Program
The International Association of Potential, New and Sitting Members of the Board of Directors (www.members-of-the-board-association.com) announced the launch of a Distance Learning and Online Certification Program for the Corporate Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors. - July 09, 2009 - Compliance LLC
World's Greenest Building Partners with PermaFLOW
Independence Station uses never clog drains in worlds greenest building. PermaFLOW eliminates the need for chemicals in plumbing maintenance. - July 08, 2009 - Independence Station
California Department of Boating, BBI Displays Launch Ocean Pollution Public Service Announcement
The California Department of Boating and Waterways has teamed up with nontraditional advertising company, BBI Display Systems, to promote responsible boating initiatives. A floating billboard message will be appearing in popular Southern California boater locations throughout the summer. - July 08, 2009 - Billboard Boats Inc.
Special Liquid Plastic Bottle Shredder
Harden Industries, a manufacturer of specialized plastic recycling machines from China, announced availability of Liquid Bottle Shredder at NPE 2009. This newly developed patent pending liquid bottle crusher is an excellent option for HDPE plastic bottle recycling at auto car maintenance shops,... - July 08, 2009 - Harden Industries Ltd.
Balfour Beatty Construction Completes Major FDA Building Three Months Early
Successful project also includes outperforming LEED requirements and providing excellent client service. - July 07, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
New Bamboo T-Shirts at AmazingTeesandMore.com
– AmazingTeesandMore.com announces the Amazing Eagle bamboo t-shirt – depicting a Bald Eagle soaring up from its nest with wings spread wide. The words “Soar With Eagles!” are on the left front of the bamboo t-shirt. The art and graphics are in natural shades of brown on the... - July 07, 2009 - Amazing Tee's US LLC
Northam Realty Selects Utility Gateway Systems for Energy Optimization Initiative
UGSProfiler™ to provide real time energy monitoring and reporting at 1,074,000 square foot state-of-the-art energy efficient office complex. - July 06, 2009 - Utility Gateway Systems