Recent Headlines
U S Building Consultants, Inc. and DDIA Comes Out with Certified Protocols for Inspection/Remediation of Chinese Drywall
Spiderman S. Mulholland, a leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese Drywall of U S Building Consultants, Inc., and part of the Defective Drywall In America (DDIA) workgroup that was formed about five months ago has been spending 90% of their time on the... - September 10, 2009 - USBCI
Ohio Spa Incorporates Feng Shui, Receives Astounding Results
An Ohio Spa has hired Intuitive Concepts of Sunbury, Ohio to perform a classic Feng Shui analysis. The trends show consistent results and improvement in sales, despite the downturn in the economy. - September 10, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
Reduce Your Community's Risk from Wildfires: a New Publication Offered by Quality Parks Improves the Way We Respond to Fire Disasters
Sunrise Fire is a new kind of science & fiction; that which takes place on our planet, and is based on conservation biology and speculative chaos theory. A transformative story, you will be better prepared for all emergency situations. - September 06, 2009 - Quality Parks
Green Hosting Company Planting Trees to Help Restore Forests Damaged by California Wildfires
Last month, CR8Change.org (“CR8”), a mission driven carbon neutral web hosting company, launched its Green Hosting Tree Planting program which is planting a new tree every month on behalf of every active web hosting account. A mission driven company, in addition to providing affordable carbon neutral web hosting, CR8Change donates upwards of 14% of revenues to qualified reforestation and urban tree planting projects. - September 04, 2009 - cr8change
US Building Consultants Pushing for ASTM standard for inspections
This is an important step in the process as we move forward in this crisis. ASTM International is one of the foremost recognizable associations to be involved in helping to establish proper standards for the inspection of Chinese and other defective drywall. Mulholland feels that without a standard, the opportunity for substandard practices will continue to occur. - September 03, 2009 - USBCI
Hong Kong Firm Launches Environmental Management System Solution
Turnkey Consulting Ltd developed a highly practical, customer-orientated environmental management system solution. - September 03, 2009 - Turnkey Consulting Ltd
Austin Auditors' Marketing Campaign to Promote Energy Audits in Austin, TX Pushes Forward
"30% Plus" marketing campaign begins today. Offers 30% off standard ECAD Austin energy audit pricing. - September 02, 2009 - Austin Auditors
New Newsletter Column Addresses Underlying Green Issues
New column entitled “Green Contractors” and will focus on Green Cleaning issues specifically from a building service contractor’s (BSCs) perspective. - September 02, 2009 - The Ashkin Group
Home Energy Audit Helps Homeowners Maximize Their Energy Efficiency, Says New Charlotte-Area Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Ed Gallagher recently opened his home energy auditing business in the Charlotte area. Using state-of-the art equipment, his comprehensive home energy audit will help homeowners not only resolve comfort issues but also go green by saving energy and reducing their energy costs. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
City of Austin Home Energy Audit Ordinance Should be a Boon to New Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Kirk Van Roekel recently opened his home energy auditing business in Austin. He stresses Pro Energy’s more comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit is designed to help homeowners maximize their home’s comfort while saving energy and reducing utility bills. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Make Sure Home Energy Audit Resolves Comfort Issues, Urges New Boston-Area Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Jon Mitton recently opened his home energy auditing business on the South Shore and offers homeowners an in-depth, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audit. Mitton says his audit not only saves energy and reduces energy costs, but also offers solutions for comfort issues. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultant Awards First Home Energy Auditing Franchise to Louisiana
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Mike Trew now offering comprehensive home energy audits to homeowners in three parishes: St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Livingston. Energy audit will show homeowners exactly where their home is losing energy and provide recommendations for improvements that will reduce their energy costs. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Home Energy Audit Provides a Home Energy Efficiency Education, Says New Dayton-Area Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultants Franchise Owner Matt Eckerle recently opened his home energy auditing business in the Dayton area. Audit offers an objective analysis of a home’s energy efficiency and solutions to any home discomforts. Acting as an “energy adviser,” he’ll teach homeowners how to save energy and reduce energy costs. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Home Energy Audit Gives Homeowners "Biggest Bang for Their Buck," Says New Greenville-Area Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Drayton Gaillard recently opened his home energy auditing business in Greenville and Spartanburg counties. Now that utility bills have increased, he’s seeing more and more homeowners wanting to do all they can to save energy and reduce their energy costs. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Home Energy Audit Can Uncover Energy-Usage Inefficiencies, Says New Hillsborough-Area Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Jim Neri recently opened his home energy auditing business in the Hillsborough-area this month. Vows to help homeowners go green, save energy and reduce their energy costs. - September 01, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
DeKalb County and Clean Cities Atlanta Coalition Awarded $14.9MM by the U.S. Department of Energy
Local Partnership to Support Clean Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development - August 30, 2009 - Clean Cities Atlanta
Dr. Bud Smart of Audubon Environmental Releases Podcast on How to Choose a Sustainability Consulting Company
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 the process of choosing a sustainability... - August 30, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
LEAF Certified Announces Public Review Process for Apparel Industry and Eco-Labeling Program
New Eco-Labeling Program Invites Industry Leaders to Participate in 90 Day Review Process for New Effort. - August 28, 2009 - L.E.A.F.
Building Science Academy Launches Trade Ally Programs with Several Utility Companies Throughout the U.S. on Their Programs for Energy Optimization and Weatherization
The Building Science Academy (BSA) is currently the only training provider listed in DTE Energy's online Energy Efficiency Directory (DTE Energy's Directory) for every county in the State of Michigan. - August 25, 2009 - Building Science Academy
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
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
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
Boots on the Roof Announces Launch of Solar Training “Boot Camps”
The Solar Energy industry is exploding with opportunity, with an expected 400,000 job openings in 2009 alone. The prospects for a stable and progressive career in the solar industry are phenomenal, and the launch of a formal training institute will help many fulfill their goals of joining the... - August 17, 2009 - Boots On The Roof
Boots on the Roof Announces Partnership with SunWize Technologies
Close on the heels of launching its very popular solar training boot camps, Boots on the Roof has announced a new partnership with SunWize Technologies, the premier distributor of solar energy systems and components in North America. With this partnership, Boots on the Roof is aiming to service... - August 17, 2009 - Boots On The Roof
Solar Tech CalSEIA Summit Welcomes Boots on the Roof Solar Training Program
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined solar industry leaders as they teamed up with the California Solar Energy Industries Association at eBay's corporate offices in San Jose, CA, for the inaugural Solar Tech CalSEIA Summit. The welcome mat went out to accomplished renewable energy educator, Boots... - August 17, 2009 - Boots On The Roof
National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association Partners with WDT to Provide a Unique Marketing Product
The National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) and Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) launches a powerful marketing program to the NBFAA membership across all 50 states. - August 16, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies
U.S. Climate and Energy Legislation: Doom, Gloom or Opportunity for IT?
AltaTerra Research web conference to explore what the Waxman-Markey Bill and other energy regulations mean for IT executives. Featured speaker is D.K. Foster, Founder of Clean Tech C2C. - August 15, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Geo-Solutions Has Been Named to the Inc 500
The September issue of Inc. Magazine lists (http://www.geo-solutions.com) Geo-Solutions Inc as no 322 on the list of America’s 500 fastest-growing private companies. Geo-Solutions was ranked second amongst engineering firms on the list. In a quirky category, Geo-Solutions achieved the No 1... - August 14, 2009 - President of Geo-Solutions
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
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
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
In Nicetown, It's Not Nice to Not Give Back
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan and Comcast Corporation Join Nicetown CDC in Inspiring Nicetown to Highlight and Continue Its Tradition of Building Through Giving Back. - August 07, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
AltaTerra Research Announces Solar Industry and Sustainability Series
Solar power is among the most environmentally-friendly energy technologies. Yet, opportunities remain to reduce environmental impacts of solar companies all along the supply chain. This series explores ways of expanding solar’s environmental benefits. - August 07, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Restructuring Our Interactions with the Economy and the Environment: RESCUE Green Launches New Green Building Communication Forum
The RESCUE Green blog focuses on bridging the communication gap between all sectors of society. Through collaborative efforts, awareness, and education solutions to environmental and economic problems are possible. - August 07, 2009 - RESCUE Green
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
EOS Remediation Expands International Sales and Marketing Network to the United Kingdom and Ireland
EOS Remediation welcomes Mr. Quentin Hulm and Mr. William O’Neill of Cornelsen Ltd. to their Sales and Marketing Team. Cornelsen is a leading provider of systems, products and services to the soil and groundwater remediation market with a reputation for engineering excellence, safety in design and customer service. - July 31, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Peter Eastgate's Eco-Friendly Poker Table Auctioned at World Series of Poker for Friends' of Eastgate Charity
Eric Harkins, President of IMPDI was highest silent auction bidder for EGM Green Poker Tournament Table gifted by Peter Eastgate, 2008 WSOP reigning champion with proceeds going to his charity, Friends of Eastgate. An organization that helps children world-wide. www.friendsofeastgate.com The table... - July 31, 2009 - EGM Green
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
Kingspan Water Publishes Guide to Rainwater Harvesting for Installers
Kingspan Water, a leading supplier of rainwater harvesting equipment to the UK building industry, has published an introductory guide to rainwater harvesting for plumbers and installers on its website. The guide covers operating principles for UK rainwater harvesting equipment, how to distinguish... - July 25, 2009 - Kingspan Environmental
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan Helps Inspire People to Give Back at Philadelphia's Nicetown CDC's 7th Annual Give Back to the Community Festival
Are you giving back? The Nicetown CDC and Jazmine Sullivan want to inspire you to actively give back to your community. Come, be a part of NTCDCs 7th Annual Give Back To The Community Festival & Concerts with Philly's own Jazmine Sullivan August 7 and 8, 2009, 12pm - 9pm daily at the Nicetown Park on 4300 Germantown Avenue. Come sign the Give Back Wall while enjoying two days of culture, fun, learning, and celebrating the power of giving back. - July 25, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
President of Intuitive Concepts Featured in Columbus Dispatch "Feng Shui Should be Felt, Not Seen"
Diana Garber was featured on the front page of the Home & Garden Section in one of central Ohio's most recognizable Sunday papers. The article discusses how the ancient practice of Feng Shui was used at the Dani Home at the 2009 BIA Parade of Homes. - July 24, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
California May Rival Western Europe in Development and Deployment of Renewable Energy in Next Decade, Says AltaTerra Research
California leads the U.S. in renewable energy. Learn more about the technologies, companies, markets, and policies that are driving growth during AltaTerra’s July 30th web conference: “Keys to California.” - July 24, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
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
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
Carbon Market Data and ZE PowerGroup Inc. Sign Data Licensing Agreement
Carbon Market Data, the global provider of emissions data, and ZE PowerGroup Inc., the developer of the award winning data management solution, ZEMA, announced today that they have entered into a data distribution agreement. This agreement means the energy industry will have access to Carbon Market... - July 18, 2009 - ZE PowerGroup
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