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Discover news about global issues affecting the environment, learn about green products and services and find out how companies and organizations are making a difference through conservation and recycling efforts.
International Conference to Zero in on Biodiversity and Climate Change in Southeast Asia
The link between biodiversity and climate change is not one-way: just as climate change alters the state of biodiversity, so can changes in biodiversity affect the world’s climate. This is the concern put into the limelight by this conference. - February 10, 2008 - Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
InvestorIdeas.com Global Green Marketplace Sees Increase in Enquiries
CERA Reports; “Clean energy investment could surpass US$7 trillion by 2030.” - February 09, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
The Inauguration of the World Largest Peace Banner
Tens of thousands of children coming together for the very first time in Hyderabad India, with the World largest peace banner of a hundred and 91 kilometers by the time it is finished which will be signed by millions of children of all nations and will be delivered on September 11, 2008 to the... - February 08, 2008 - Global Peace Initiative
Over 90 Campuses to Pilot Campus Sustainability Rating System
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) has announced the launch of its pilot rating system for sustainability in higher education. Over ninety college and university campuses will test the self-assessment tool, called STARS (Sustainability Tracking,... - February 06, 2008 - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Historic Initiative Results in Landmark Commitment to Sustainability
The North Carolina component of the American Institute of Architects will have a completely "green" new headquarters building in downtown Raleigh. - February 02, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Center for Watershed Protection Receives $125,000 from The Home Depot Foundation for Tree Planting Programs That Protect Watersheds
The Center for Watershed Protection (Center) is pleased to announce the receipt of $125,000 from The Home Depot Foundation to fund projects aimed at increasing tree cover in urban watersheds. The Center will initiate several educational and on-the ground projects using a watershed approach; that... - February 02, 2008 - Center for Watershed Protection
The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk Says It is No Surprise Energy Saving is a Low Priority for House Buyers in the UK
The Renewable Energy Centre stated today that despite all the warnings and publicity surrounding climate change the UK population is still far behind Europe when it comes to energy saving in the home. - February 02, 2008 - The Renewable Energy Centre
E Cellular Recycling, Quick, Free and Easy Fundraising
E-C-R (E Cellular Recycling) gives you cash for your used cell phones. E-C-R specializes in free fundraisers. Millions of cell phones go in the landfills every year. They recycle the cell phones that you give them, thus helping them to reduce the pollutants and chemicals like, Cadmium, Lead,... - January 29, 2008 - E-C-R e-cellular Recycling
Greening of Food Packaging
IgnaFire Chocolates introduces completely biodegradable and dissolvable packaging, and a conscientious business model. - January 29, 2008 - Ignabar, LLC
Print Control Company Software Shelf Joins with GuideMeGreen to Protect the Environment Through Print Manager Plus Software
‘Print Manager Plus’ makes major contribution towards reducing global wastage of paper and ink. - January 28, 2008 - Software Shelf International, Inc
Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up on Solar Stocks
Solar Investors See Gains from Sector Leaders - Long Term Outlook for Solar and Renewable Energy Stocks Remains Bullish. - January 27, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
New Analysis Shows Telecommuting Could Save Consumers $52 Billion at the Pumps
Telecommuting could reduce Gulf oil imports by 60 to 75%, reduce greenhouse gases by up to 101 million metric tons a year, and save as much as 12 billion gallons of gasoline each year. These findings are based on research conducted by Kate Lister and Tom Harnish from Undress4Success.com. "It's clear that as nation we can and should make the road less traveled the way to work," says Lister. - January 26, 2008 - Undress4Success
Global Water Challenge and Ashoka's Changemakers Announce Worldwide Search for Social Entrepreneurs with Solutions to Water Challenges
Global Competition Promotes Sharing Ideas and Recognizes Innovators Working to Solve Water and Sanitation Crisis. - January 25, 2008 - Ashoka's Changemakers
Midbrook Explores Ozone Options
Midbrook, Inc., of Jackson, Michigan is continuing their efforts to be a world leader in the washing industry through the research and development of ozone cleaning systems. - January 24, 2008 - Midbrook Cleaning Systems
Middle School Recognized for Elephant Sized Savings
Maine Public Utilities Commissioner Vendean Vafiades presents the Middle School of the Kennebunks with a Voluntary Renewable Resources Fund (VRRF) grant certificate for $35,213 for its efforts to use solar energy and teach students about its benefits. - January 23, 2008 - Efficiency Maine
The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk Responds to Hutton’s Nuclear Statement
Following John Hutton’s nuclear statement last week to the House of Commons, The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk released a statement responding to points raised in the report. - January 23, 2008 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Nova Cable Installs Area's First Commercial Solar Net Metering System
Nova Cable Activates First Commercial Solar Energy Sysytem In Area. Nova Cable’s new 5 KW solar panel system to provide sufficient electrical requirements during work hours and the ability to sell excess electricity back to Consumers Energy. Nova Cable Management Inc. headquartered in Grand... - January 21, 2008 - Nova Cable Management Inc
Investorideas.com Global Greentech Online Investor Conference; Update of Industry Presenters
Analysts, Public Companies, Fund Managers, Venture Capital, Industry Experts, Government Provide Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation and Water. - January 20, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Landscape Architect Dick Bell Makes 2007 Who's Who List
Award-winning landscape architect Dick Bell, FASLA, who recently relocated to Atlantic Beach, NC, after 52 years of living and working in Raleigh, has been included in Metro Magazine’s 2007 Who’s Who list of men and women who have made significant contributions to the state's Triangle... - January 19, 2008 - Dick Bell, Landscape Architect
Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
Several hundred folks from all walks of life have decided to come together to do something about the environment. Mountain biking, hiking, motorcycle, 4wheeling and shooting clubs are going to cooperate to clean up the Four Peaks, AZ area just north east of Phoenix. - January 19, 2008 - Four Peaks Pickup
Renewable Energy Stocks; Newly Listed Solar Stock, Clear Skies Holdings, Inc.
Full- Service, Solar Developer Announces Installation Agreement Valued at $1,281,800. - January 18, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
UK Government Awards First Green Accreditation
The UK Government has awarded UK company Ecovision Systems with the first of an accreditation which allows homeowners, local authorities, schools, housing associations and other organisations access to grants of up to 35% towards ground source heat pump installations. - January 18, 2008 - Ecovision Systems
Green Goat Books Announces Release of A Hot Planet Needs Cool Kids by Julie Hall
This unique book addresses the needs of kids, their parents, and their schools in the face of climate change by offering the latest information about causes and effects and leaving readers with a clear sense of direction and a powerful message of hope. - January 16, 2008 - Green Goat Books
Win a 2008 smart Car with the Launch of the 451 smart fortwo
With smart USA preparing to launch the innovative 2008 smart fortwo, a website has been created for smart owners and enthusiasts to coincide with the U.S. launch of smart. The 451s site offers a chance for site members to win a smart. - January 16, 2008 - 451s.com
Green Electronics Council and Channel Intelligence Enter Alliance to Promote Purchase of EPEAT-Registered Green Electronics
Channel Intelligence and the Green Electronics Council are working together to provide wider availability of information on products compliant with the EPEAT standard, to help increase awareness and purchases of green electronics through the integration of EPEAT registration status into online product descriptions on e-commerce websites. - January 16, 2008 - Channel Intelligence, Inc.
Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up on Electric Vehicles and Green Automotive Stocks
The Global Drive for Electric Vehicles; How ZAP, Tanfield Group Plc, GM, Zenn, Bolloré and Google are Driving a Global Shift. - January 16, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Plant-Made Biotechnology a Growing Future for North Carolina’s Northeast
Economic Development officials announced plans to have ongoing meetings with educators and business representatives to bring together biotechnology resources throughout North Carolina’s northeast region and to develop a plan for future development of a viable industry in plant-made biotechnology. At a recent meeting, the group developed plans for moving plant-made biotech research from the universities to farms and businesses in North Carolina’s northeast region. - January 15, 2008 - Northeast Development Commission
EcoPinion Survey Points to Negative Customer Perceptions of Green Products and Services
New survey results on customer perceptions of green technologies, products and services. - January 15, 2008 - EcoAlign
GreentoGrow.com Adds Gift Registry Service Powered by eWish.com
Green to Grow, a new environmentally-responsible company specializing in bisphenol A-free baby bottles and other eco-friendly baby products, has added a new gift registry service designed to make gift buying simple and convenient. Green to Grow founder Michael Ritterbrown recounts how on the way... - January 12, 2008 - eWish.com
Eco Lux – Spring 2008 Eco Chic Resort Collections by Jonäno
Jonäno Debuts its Eco-Friendly Spring ‘08 Line during MAGIC Fashion Week just as winter is coming to a close and the season of renewal begins. Jonäno offers up eco chic luxury travelwear in Taos Resort Collection. - January 10, 2008 - Jonano
What's Old is New with a Green Twist at UandITrade
UandItrade.com formally announced today the official launch of their national e-trading site geared towards parents with growing families. The purpose of the site is to trade anything and everything relating to children including clothing, toys, nursery items etc. Though UandItrade.com can be... - January 10, 2008 - UandITrade
Thermal Technologies Corporation and Drexan Corporation Announce Strategic Partnership
Thermal Technologies Corporation, a Utah-based company focused on designing and manufacturing roof deicing products, announced today a key distribution and installation alliance with Drexan™ HeatTracer, a division of Drexan Corporation located in British Columbia, Canada and formed via a... - January 08, 2008 - Thermal Technologies, Inc
Envirobidnet.com Continues to Grow, Expanding Services
Envirobidnet.com, the leading resource for obtaining government bid opportunities in the environmental field, announced today the expansion of their services to include new categories of bid notices, substantially broadening business opportunities for their customers. - January 04, 2008 - Envirobidnet.com
Automated E-Waste Shredding System Operational
Asset LifeCycle broadens its current collection services to create a complete Electronic Reclamation and Waste Processing Facility. - January 04, 2008 - Asset LifeCycle, LLC
Marketplace Listings in Green and Renewable Energy Sector
InvestorIdeas.com Green Global Marketplace; Connecting Green Companies Seeking Partnerships, Funding, Acquisitions, Mergers, and Licensing Agreements - January 04, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Release of SAIL - Secure Automated Interactive Library
Background Investigations, public records research all ordered and managed through RMS's interactive system. - January 02, 2008 - FSE, LLC
Midbrook, Inc. Announces Partnership with Italian Leader in Solvent Cleaning
Midbrook, the minority owned provider of aqueous cleaning systems, is now the exclusive North American distributor and service agent for Firbimatic’s hermetically sealed solvent cleaning systems. Through this distributorship, Midbrook Inc. now provides a choice when water based systems do not provide the level of cleanliness necessary for parts cleaning. - December 29, 2007 - Midbrook Cleaning Systems
Energy Bill Drives Green Car Fuels and Technologies
Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up on Ethanol Stocks and Sustainable & Electric Transportation, Green Automotive Stocks - December 29, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
Vera Borsos-Matovina, Owner and Founder of Plant Power, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier
Vera Borsos-Matovina, Owner and Founder of Plant Power, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier. Vera makes her home in Toronto, Ontario and earned a Masters Degree. Plant Power is a growing company dedicated to high quality customer service and active involvement in all... - December 29, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Review of 52 Week Range of Evergreen Solar, China Sunergy, First Solar, XsunX, Inc. and Other Solar Stocks
Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close Up on Solar Stocks 2007; Analyst Upgrades and Industry Experts Agree “It is Just the Beginning.” - December 27, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
Virtual Recycling Arrives in America
Virtual recycling just launched Vyouz: Virtual dumpster www.vdumpster.com. Following the amazing success and demand from the virtual recycling site Vskips in England – Vdumpsters has been launched in the US. Covering every State and County, users can create their own virtual dumpster and put whatever they want into it to give away. This puts whole new meaning on dumpster diving as you can do it from the comfort of your own home, business or in fact any organisation or person. - December 22, 2007 - Vyouz Ltd
Branston to Help Peruvian Potato Farmers in International Year of the Potato
Future generations of Peruvian farmers are set to benefit from a generous Christmas present made by the UK's leading potato producer. - December 21, 2007 - Branston Ltd
ERG Purchases Green Power to Meet 100 Percent of Its Corporate-Wide Electricity Use
U.S. EPA Recognizes ERG for Leading Green Power Purchase - December 21, 2007 - ERG
The Renewable Energy Centre Praises Latest UK Planning Approvals for Renewable Energy Solutions
The Renewable Energy Centre today announced its support for the recent planning approvals which have been given for a 23 turbine wind farm in Sutherland and a biodiesel refinery in Port Talbot, Wales. The planning agreements have been long awaited but welcomed as a positive step towards reaching the renewable energy targets of 2016. - December 21, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Top 10 Green Home Remodeling Products for 2007 Announced
GetWithGreen.com published its first-annual recognition for the environmentally sound home improvement industry. The 2007 list includes manufacturers and product categories that deliver products that help to conserve, reuse, recycle or become less reliant on harmful resources and includes a range of solutions that can help homeowners undergoing major remodels or those that are interested in simple green home projects. - December 20, 2007 - GetWithGreen.com
Carbon Offsets Protect the Climate, Now Ready for Holiday Delivery
Standard Carbon’s unique offset subscriptions reduce greenhouse gas emissions, allowing shoppers to give the gift of cleaner air for the holidays. Special packages designed to eliminate the pollution from cars, trucks, SUVs and airplane flights are available online at www.standardcarbon.com... - December 20, 2007 - Standard Carbon LLC
The Holiday Pier Lighting in Manhattan Beach Goes Green
The City of Manhattan Beach uses offsets from 3 Phases Renewables to make their holiday lighting "green." - December 20, 2007 - 3 Phases Renewables
Melinda Kimble, Senior Vice President of UN Foundation, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Melinda Kimble, Senior Vice President of UN Foundation, has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Melinda makes her home in Washington D.C. and speaks French and Arabic and holds two masters degrees: Economics (University of Denver) and MPA (Harvard’s... - December 20, 2007 - Princeton Premier
The Renewable Energy Centre Supports United Nations Report Which Urges Western Countries to Take Action Against Climate Change
The Renewable Energy Centre today announced its support of the report “Fighting Climate Change – human solidarity in a divided world” issued by the United Nations at the end of November. It particularly targeted western countries to take urgent action against climate change. - December 14, 2007 - The Renewable Energy Centre
Thundering Oak Enterprises Donates Tree Services to Benefit International Society of Arboriculture
Last Friday Thundering Oak Enterprises of Auburn donated its tree pruning services to underserviced areas of the City of Seattle. According to Thundering Oak owner and ISA member Bryce Landrud, Seattle applies for a grant each year to get the tree pruning done in neighborhoods it can’t get to. - December 13, 2007 - Thundering Oak Enterprises