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Lawline.com Goes Green and Launches the “Clean Law” Initiative to Celebrate Its 10th Anniversary
As Lawline.com celebrates its 10 year anniversary of offering online Continuing Legal Education (“CLE”) programs, it is implementing a new “Go Green” approach to its business. The strategy, dubbed “Clean Law,” is aimed at reducing overall waste and increasing... - February 02, 2009 - FurtherEd
Pencilbrook LLC Announces the Waterwatch© Program
Pencilbrook LLC announces the Waterwatch© program is available to Texas municipal water suppliers. Water conservation analysis program meets customer information and education needs. - February 02, 2009 - Pencilbrook LLC
Water Strategist Will Release Its 2008 Set of Issues for Just $125
Water Strategist, the leading source of water market news, will release its 2008 set of issues for just $125. This is a discount of over 60% off of the regular yearly subscription price. - January 30, 2009 - Water Strategist
Happy 1-Year Off-the-Grid to a Very Special Non-Profit
Side Street Projects just celebrated one-year 100% solar. - January 29, 2009 - Side Street Projects
Green Light Bulbs Give GlacialLight the Edge in LED Lighting
GlacialLight, a sub-division of the experienced technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc has strategically placed itself as one of the frontrunners of the emerging energy saving LED lighting technology market. - January 29, 2009 - GlacialTech Inc
Conference Shows Building Owners and Manufacturers How to Save Money While Saving the Planet
Many Green Building Shows have vendors that sell green cleaning products, solar equipment. Here we have Energy Engineers and HVAC Engineers all giving seminars on how to save Energy (Fuel) on the Large Mechanical Equipment that keeps buildings warm or cool. The equipment uses a lot of energy. Green = Save Energy (Fuel), Save Cash, Save Equipment, Local Labor, Local Equipment, Good for Environment. - January 28, 2009 - Oatley Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning
Beautorium Embraces Active Sustainable Science in Skincare
beautorium has added active sustainable science brands suki and Sophyto to its growing repertoire of the best in organic and natural beauty. Both offer the latest in organic skincare, and combine cutting edge science with pure, natural actives to deliver breakthrough results. - January 27, 2009 - Beautorium
Go iLawn Online Software Eliminates On-Site Quoting for Lawn and Landscape Companies
GIS Dynamics has recently launched a new product by the name of Go iLawn. The Go iLawn product is an online software designed to save lawn and landscape companies time and money, and assists them in becoming more green. Go iLawn is changing the way professionals quote by eliminating the need to travel to the home or business. Their product provides users with high resolution aerial photography, measurement tools and property information. The process is simple, fast, and extremely accurate. - January 27, 2009 - GIS Dynamics
Speak Freely for Humanity Vanilla Lipbalms
Speak Freely for Humanity Vanilla Lipbalms contribute one dollar from each purchase to humanitarian organizations. - January 25, 2009 - Kaia House
Green Education Foundation Announces I Play Green Campaign
Nationwide campaign is enlisting an army of “Green-keeping Athletes” to green their sports by 2012. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
BU Students "Drink Green" During National Green Week
Over 30,000 students at Boston University will participate in BU Green Day, Feb 4, 2009. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation Mobilizes 250,000 Students, But Urges Schools to Enroll Now to Reach One Million Student Goal
National Green Week is building a nationwide cadre of committed environmental stewards. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation Announces I Ride Green Campaign
Nationwide campaign is enlisting an army of Green-Keepers to Ride Green. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
NetPLUS Concepts Forms SREC Alliance
Company Negotiates Brokerage Agreement with Sol Systems. - January 23, 2009 - NetPLUS Concepts
Vector1 Media Launches V1 Energy
New publication and portal dedicates itself to the new energy economy. - January 23, 2009 - Vector1 Media
Burns Grove Celebrates 250th Anniversary of Poet’s Birth
Award-winning conservation charity Trees for Life is encouraging people to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns on 25 January by supporting the creation of a Burns Grove of native trees in Scotland’s Caledonian Forest. “This is a fantastic way to honour Robert... - January 23, 2009 - Trees for Life
Intercept Technology Packaging from Liberty Packaging Co., Inc., Protects Inventories and Equipment in the Down Times
Due to recent economic uncertainty, hard decisions are being made by many manufacturing companies to terminate plants and lines due to inactivity or to consolidate operations. Construction companies find their inactive equipment rusting in yards. In these cases, whether the inactive equipment, inventory, and machines are being transported or put into storage, Liberty Packaging's Intercept Technology™ packaging can protect them. - January 21, 2009 - Liberty Packaging Co., Inc.
Bottleless Water Coolers Tackle Consumer Fears of BPA
Smart Water Solutions Create Bottle Free Environments. - January 21, 2009 - Smart Water Solutions
Projector Lamp Services Still Offers Free Recycling
Recently, there has been news covering the increase of recycling fees. Unfortunately, the increases have been associated with the weakened economy and the decreased value of plastics and metals. It is untimely that in a destabilized economy people will be required to factor recycling into their budget. - January 21, 2009 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC
Signazon.com’s Car Magnets Helps Dallas and Boston Go Green in 2009
US National leading car magnets manufacture Signazon.com launch an environment protection campaign to promote hybrid vehicle. - January 21, 2009 - Signazon.com
Affordable Renewable Energy Solutions for Oklahoma's Businesses, Churches, Municipalities, Schools, Casinos, Etc.
Code Green Energy offers affordable wind turbines and solar panels for consumers and businesses. They provide free, no obligation energy analyses and help with financial incentive paperwork. - January 20, 2009 - Code Green Energy
Launch Of CO2 Carbon Emissions Trading Announced by CTA Firm, Genuine Trading Solutions
Carbon Emissions CO2 Trading Launched by CTA Firm Genuine Trading Solutions. - January 20, 2009 - Genuine Trading Solutions
North Carolina VAR Adds NComputing to Virtual Desktop Technology Solutions
Ultra Low Cost Computing for Schools, Business, and Manufacturing - January 17, 2009 - Data Connections Inc
The Renewable Energy Centre Warns Against Runway Three at Heathrow
Transport Secretary, Jeff Hoon announced today that an additional runway and terminal at Heathrow could go ahead. The Renewable Energy Centre released a statement warning that the consequences of such a move could be catastrophic. Although not predicted to be in operation until 2020, the new... - January 17, 2009 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Alternative Mobile Power (AMP) Systems Develops Quiet, Eco-Friendly Mobile Generator Alternative
AMP Systems announces the launch of the AMP (Alternative Mobile Power) System (TM), a silent, environmentally-friendly, and reliable alternative to portable and trailer mounted generators. The AMP System is a trailer mounted alternative energy system that requires no fuel to operate and uses clean... - January 17, 2009 - OAS Export
RCC Solar Wins Prestigious 'Intelegant' Award
RCC Solar announced today that they are the proud recipient of the prestigious Sunpower™ Intelegant Award, a semiannual honor given to one solar installation company on the basis of aesthetic design, quality, and performance. Dealers from around the country submitted applications with their... - January 15, 2009 - RCC Solar
Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up; First Solar, Inc. Up $7.18 (4.62%)
Obama’s Green Energy Plan Endorsed by Investors Including T.Boone Pickens. - January 14, 2009 - InvestorIdeas.com
Gaiatech Fuels Bags Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport Biodiesel Order
Gaiatech Fuels has been awarded the order from Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport for the supply of biodiesel for a period of one year. - January 11, 2009 - Gaiatech Fuels Pvt Ltd
N.C. Water Rights Committee Advises Public to Attend DWQ Hearing
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) is advising all North Carolinians concerned about the environmental impacts of the Yadkin River water flows to attend the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) public hearing for a Proposed 401 Water Quality Certification for Alcoa Power... - January 09, 2009 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
The National Green Museum and National Environmental Hall of Fame Are Accepting Nominations for Top Environmentalists in Every City and School
Mayor Richard M. Daley, environmental activists Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Brosnan inducted into National Environmental Hall of Fame. Individuals, organizations and businesses from every city and school are invited to submit a two-page exhibit or biography as part of the nomination process to honor top environmentalists in every city and school. - January 08, 2009 - Environmental Hall of Fame
Green Garbage Bags
100% Biodegradable Plastic Garbage Bags produced from commodity PE resins and incorporating EPI’s TDPA® (Totally Degradable Plastic Additives). - January 07, 2009 - Paradigm Group
Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Sponsored by Trust for Architectural Easements Begins January 12, 2009 at U.S. Green Building Council
A series of three panel discussions sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements and Island Press will bring together experts from the financial, real estate, architecture, preservation, planning, and policy worlds to discuss how to create a future that is environmentally, financially, and... - January 07, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
New Brand of Green Car Care is Earth-Friendly, Human-Friendly, and Wallet-Friendly
Laura Klein’s line of Green Cleaning™ car care products is an effective, non-toxic car cleansing alternative that’s safe to use around children and pets. Every product is made from sustainable ingredients that biodegrade within 7 days and include only 100% pure aromatherapeutic essential oils with no synthetic fragrance. Products include Waterless Car Wash & Shine; Glass & Mirror; Tire & Dashboard Dressing; Cleaner Degreaser; Wash & Wax and Car Carpet Spot Remover. - January 06, 2009 - Organic Authority LLC
Tree Bloom Media Group Acquires Environmental Issues Web Site
Tree Bloom Media Group has acquired and redesigned EnvironmentPoint.com, a leading environmental and organic living Web site. - January 05, 2009 - Tree Bloom Media
Chemical Free & Non Toxic Cleaners in Biodegradable Bottles
Universal Botanicals, a leader in supplying the marketplace with Non-Toxic & Eco-Friendly Green Cleaners announces its new line of Environmentally-Responsible Cleaning Products using Biodegradable Bottles. To date, Universal Botanicals is only company leading this progressive step towards a safe, less polluted environment. - December 28, 2008 - Universal Botanicals, LLC
Trade Show Emporium Releases Carbon Offset Numbers for 2008
Trade Show Emporium releases 2008 purchases of renewable energy with Green Merchant Alliance. Trade Show Emporium purchased nearly 3,000 kilowatt hours of energy, equivalent to 4,000 pounds of carbon. - December 24, 2008 - Trade Show Emporium
Colorado Land Rover Dealer Saves 90 Acres and Counting
In April, 2008, Landrover Flatirons launched it’s Colorado Tree Project, an aggressive pledge to plant 100 trees for every Landrover purchased or leased at it’s retail sales and service facility in the Denver and Boulder suburbs of Colorado. - December 22, 2008 - Landrover Flatirons
"Energy and Storm Resistant Home Builder Thrives in North Port Florida"
American Homes, LLC at www.amrhomes.com, offers semi-custom homes from $159,000 to over $2,000,000 that are energy saving and storm resistant for savings and peace of mind. A privately owned and operated builder with over 60 years of combines experience. - December 21, 2008 - American Homes, LLC
Investorideas.com Announces New Renewable Energy Stock Showcase Company, GWS Technologies, Inc.
RenewableEnergyStocks.com announces new featured showcase company, GWS Technologies, Inc., an alternative energy company developing and marketing Microgeneration Technologies for CO2 reduction. - December 18, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Trade Show Display Recycling Quick and Easy with Trade Show Emporium
The second most wasteful industry, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, is the trade show business. Trade Show Emporium wants to change that and offers an easy three-step trade show display recycling program. - December 17, 2008 - Trade Show Emporium
E-Waste Recycler Opens Doors in Huntsville Alabama
Alabama Electronics Recyclers Inc., a new startup corporation in Alabama has opened its doors to business and government, providing the most environmentally sound answer to dealing with obsolete computer and electronic equipment. - December 16, 2008 - Alabama Electronics Recyclers Inc.
Strategic Sustainability Consulting Adds to Their Sustainability 101 Series for Business
Strategic Sustainability Consulting (SSC) has released five new titles in their Sustainability 101 series for business. The series which encompasses many sectors and boutique industries is a cost effective and great first step to begin the process of greening your business. With expert advice and real solutions from a recognized industry leader, incorporating sustainability into your mission and improving your bottom line make this series essential reading. - December 15, 2008 - Strategic Sustainability Consulting
Water Strategist Community Launching Special Feature Article Notification at www.waterchat.com
Water Strategist Community announced the launching of a special feature article notification list that will alert members of featured articles that have been posted on its website www.waterchat.com. - December 14, 2008 - Water Strategist
Wake Up Call: Here's How Electricity Works and Here's Why Bank of America’s Phase-Out of Lending for Coal Extraction by Mountain-Top Removal is so Significant
In a recent post entitled Clean Coal?! WTH?!, green living expert Antoinette Nue, professionally known as The Green Living Goddess, uses short excerpts from the award-winning documentary Kilowatt Ours to illustrate the devastation caused by thoughtless coal mining companies who reduce entire... - December 13, 2008 - The Green Living Goddess
Carbonfund.org Now Offsetting 4 Billion Pounds of CO2 Emissions, Supporting Growth of Innovative Carbon Reduction Projects
Reflecting interest among individuals, businesses and organizations in taking responsibility for their carbon footprints and fighting global warming, Carbonfund.org has reached a new organizational milestone. - December 12, 2008 - Carbonfund.org
Meet the New California Rifle and Pistol Association
Founded way back in 1875, the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) is an organization of sportsmen dedicated to the preservation of our American heritage. In this age of constant political attacks on the rights of law-abiding citizens to own and use firearms for legitimate purposes, the... - December 11, 2008 - California Rifle and Pistol Association
Ovation Credit Services Goes Green in an Effort to Inspire Change
Ovation Credit Services, a leading credit repair company, announces its efforts to go green and encourage change among other businesses. It is the first credit report repair company to go public with its commitment to the environment. "By proactively and voluntarily undertaking green... - December 10, 2008 - Ovation Credit Services, Inc.
Global Sustainability Forum Comes to California, Aleem Desai of Pierce College to Attend
Students and Leaders from all over the world come to major conference. - December 10, 2008 - Aleem A. Desai, A Professional Corp.
C.L.A.S.S. Eco-Materials and Sustainable Textile Showroom Launches in New York with a Round-Table Panel: The Tipping Point–The State of Sustainable Fashion
C.L.A.S.S.-Creativity, Lifestyle and Sustainable Synergy, New York launch features a showcase and round-table panel discussion, co-hosted and moderated by Barbara Kramer, Co-Founder of Designers & Agents and in partnership with eco-fashion designer Bahar Shahpar, December 11, 2008 - December 08, 2008 - C.L.A.S.S.
Aquatic Eco-Systems Improves Orlando's Lakes Through Aeration
Aquatic Eco-Systems, Inc., a leading provider of products and services for the aquatic industry, announced today that it has been awarded a contract with the City of Orlando to restore aeration stations on 19 lakes throughout the city. Aeration systems aid in the improvement of a lake's water... - December 08, 2008 - Aquatic Eco-Systems, Inc