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Source Molecular Obtains License for EPA’s New Dog Test
Source Molecular has secured a license from the U.S. EPA to use their latest microbial source tracking (MST) method for detecting dog fecal matter in water samples. - May 03, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Mothers Who Make A Difference 2015 - 10th Annual Awards
May 10th is a time to celebrate mothers around the world –it’s Mother’s Day. - May 02, 2015 - Love Our Children USA
Human Rights Journal, Inc. Proposes a Project to End the Abuse in Our Prisons
Human Rights Journal, Inc. (HRJI), is a charitable. non-profit organization based in Florida, USA. It is primarily concerned with conditions of prison systems and the treatment of prisoners. In the United States, HRJI monitors compliance with the American Bar Association (ABA) Criminal Justice Standards on Treatment of Prisoners and with the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Basic Principles for the Treatment of Prisoners. - May 01, 2015 - Human Rights Journal, Inc.
James Hewitt, CEO of the American Society for the Protection of Nature, a 501 (C) Organization Announces That, "The Complete Gluten Free Cookbook" Has Been Published
James Hewitt is pleased to announce that his latest book, "The Complete Gluten Free Cookbook" has been published by Lulu.com. The proceeds from this book will be donated to the American Society for the Protection of Nature, "ASPN", a 501 (C) organization. Mr. Hewitt states... - April 30, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Coastal Preservation Network Presents "Rap Battle of the Century!" to Raise Environmental Awareness Among Kids in Queens
Nine-year-old Finn Cervino from College Point, Queens, NY, loves music, and has figured out a fun way to get his own music-loving peers caring more about the environment: by hosting a rap song battle. Cervino's parents lead Coastal Preservation Network (coastalpreservation.org),and he invites Queens kids ages 8-14 to write lyrics about an environmental theme and set it to the music of a popular song. Winners will be announced at Family Fun Day in MacNeil Park, June 27. - April 26, 2015 - Coastal Preservation Network
Father of Murdered Boy, Who Forgave and Hired Son’s Killer, to Speak at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica
Father to share personal story of forgiveness at benefit for Santa Monica Boys & Girls Club. - April 24, 2015 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica
Treasure Cove Belize Supports DiCaprio Island Development
Treasure Cove Belize, fully supports the proposed eco-conscious resort by Leonardo DiCaprio located on Blackadore Caye in Belize. - April 24, 2015 - Treasure Island Management, Ltd.
Study and Plan Establishing Openlands Lakeshore Preserve Lauded at American Society of Landscape Architects - Illinois Chapter Awards
Conservation Design Forum, a nationally recognized landscape architecture firm, has won an award from the Illinois ASLA for their work with Openlands to establish a nature preserve on the grounds of the historic Ft. Sheridan military base. - April 23, 2015 - Conservation Design Forum
Renewable Energy Declines in Canada
Despite the record installation of wind turbines across Canada last year, electrical output from this technology declined 1.5%, according to Statistics Canada. Solar panels generated 4.8% more power last year, but that follows a 7.6% decline in 2013. - April 23, 2015 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Camp Arcadia Notes Earth Day: "Make the World a Better Place Because You Have Been in It"
Camp Arcadia, a fourth-generation, family-operated summer camp for girls in Casco, Maine, noted Earth Day 2015 in the context of their Centennial Season with a look back at how a growing awareness of the environment has shaped the Camp Arcadia experience. - April 22, 2015 - Camp Arcadia, Summer Camp for Girls
Rio Verde Community Achieves Audubon International Certification
Rio Verde Community Association has been designated as the first Certified Sustainable Community in the state of Arizona after completing requirements and meeting the strict criteria of the Audubon International Sustainable Communities Program. - April 21, 2015 - Audubon International
CascadiaNow! Breaks Fundraising Goal in 7 Hours
CascadiaNow! (CN!) launched its Founding Membership drive on April 8 reaching the original goal of $5,000 in 7 hours, and $10,000 in the first four days. The "CascadiaNow! Founding Membership" Indiegogo campaign ends on midnight, April 30th, and CN! is confident it will at least double the roughly already 166 inaugural members. - April 19, 2015 - CascadiaNow!
Naropa University & Gaiam TV Partner on Free Global Live Stream
Parker J. Palmer, Internationally Acclaimed Speaker, will Deliver Naropa’s 2015 Graduation Speech, which will be live-streamed globally by Gaiam TV as part of an exclusive partnership between the subscription streaming TV service and Naropa University. - April 18, 2015 - Naropa University
RESET Analyses How Refugee Aid Has Developed in the Digital Age
With the number of people currently displaced the highest it has been since the second world war, solutions that meet the short-term and long-term needs of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and stateless persons are urgently needed. Over the next week, RESET will look at innovative approaches using digital tools that are being implemented to assist work in this area. - April 15, 2015 - RESET
Parker J. Palmer to Serve as Naropa University’s 2015 Commencement Speaker
Naropa University today announced that Parker J. Palmer, a world-renowned author and activist known for his work in education and social change, will serve as Naropa’s Commencement speaker. Palmer’s graduation speech, “Living From the Inside Out,” will include teachable moments from Parker’s extraordinary career. Naropa’s graduation will be held at Macky Auditorium in Boulder, Colorado, on May 10th, beginning at 1pm MST. - April 14, 2015 - Naropa University
Announcing: Herpetological Conservation International
Herpetological Conservation International is unveiling its organization on Earth day April 22nd. - April 11, 2015 - Herpetological Conservation International
Ricardo Diaz Announces Candidacy for Region Director of the Florida Young Democrats
Ricardo Diaz is a Puerto Rican-American entrepreneur and leader in Affordable Home Ownership, Job Creation, Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Building, Voter & Latino Rights and Youth Advocacy. - April 10, 2015 - StartinNew.org
Capitol Hill Days Will Bring Hundreds of Activists to Washington, DC to Make International Family Planning a Priority, April 10-14
Two-hundred activists will gather in Washington, DC April 10-14 in support of universal access to voluntary family planning as part of Population Connection’s annual advocacy event, Capitol Hill Days. - April 09, 2015 - Population Connection Action Fund
APW Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Save African Lions Through Environmental Scholarships
25 Conservation Students Will Receive Funding for Secondary School Studies - April 09, 2015 - African People & Wildlife Fund
The Toro Company to Sponsor Two Cities in Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program
As part of its long-standing partnership with environmental nonprofit Audubon International, The Toro Company has announced a new initiative to sponsor cities in the Sustainable Communities Program. Funding provided by Toro will advance sustainability efforts in two communities where the company... - April 08, 2015 - Audubon International
Aging Adults Free Seminar May 14, 2015
The National Association of Geriatric Care Managers, certified care manager, Bridget Ritossa, LSW of Cleveland will host a free seminar at 6:30 p.m on May 14 at the Beachwood library branch. The seminar, “Aging Adults and Common Sense,” will cover topics such as how to make the best use of time with a doctor, medication management, senior housing options and how geriatric care managers can help senior adults. - April 08, 2015 - Careplan Geriatric Care Managers
BringChivalryBack.com names Robert Herjavec of ABC-TV's "Shark Tank" and Mo Rocca of "CBS Sunday Morning" as "Chivalry Role Models of the Month" for March 2015
In recognition of positive qualities displayed in a visible display and thus serving as noteworthy role models for men and boys, "Shark Tank's" Robert Herjavec and "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent Mo Rocca have each been awarded "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" accolades by BringChivalryBack.com for the month of March 2015. Mr. Herjavec, having previously won the award last May, is the first repeat winner since its inception in March 2014. - April 07, 2015 - Bring Chivalry Back
Audubon International & e-par USA to Promote Voluntary Environmental Programs in Golf
Audubon International and e-par USA are pleased to announce a series of “Lunch & Learn” webinars on the value of voluntary environmental programs for golf course superintendents to take place throughout April and May of 2015. Building from a joint presentation recently delivered at... - April 06, 2015 - Audubon International
Sustainable Design for Corporate Headquarters by Conservation Design Forum Achieves SITES Certification
High-performance landscapes that reduce stormwater runoff, restore ecological balance, and provide healthy work, living and recreation spaces are the focus of the nationwide SITES certification and rating system. Recent awardees include the corporate HQ of an American manufacturing company based in the Midwest. - April 04, 2015 - Conservation Design Forum
Naropa University Partners with LEAPNOW
Through Naropa, LEAPNOW offers an alternative first year of college called “LEAPYEAR,” that brings together the best of international experiential learning with a program of contemplative study to prepare students to make the best use of their college careers. - April 04, 2015 - Naropa University
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy Joins National Find Your Park Movement
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy joins the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation Find Your Park is a public awareness and education campaign celebrating the milestone centennial anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016 and setting the stage for its second century of service. The ATC encourages everyone to find their park and share their stories online at FindYourPark.com. - April 03, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Big Bend Homeless Coalition Announces Pay It Forward Fish Fry Fundraiser
Local non-profit announced today that it will host the Annual Pay it Forward Fish Fry event on Friday, May 1st, 2015 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Kleman Plaza of Downtown Tallahassee. Cost is $20 per ticket and all proceeds go to the Big Bend Homeless Coalition’s HOPE Community and the veterans housing programs. - April 03, 2015 - Big Bend Homeless Coalition
Launch of 360° Online Autism Home Therapy – a Deal With Autism® Initiative
The global autism community, Deal With Autism® is going to start their autism support program called 360° Online Autism Home Therapy, from May, 2015. - April 03, 2015 - Deal With Autism
National Effort to Raise Awareness About National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks the 32nd anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. Observing National Child Abuse Prevention month, Love Our Children USA, (a national organization headquartered in New York whose mission is to break the cycle that victimizes children) kicks off their GET BLUE campaign, a national effort to educate and raise awareness for the Blue Ribbon and Child Abuse Prevention. - April 02, 2015 - Love Our Children USA
"EXPOSURE Concert 6: Because Love Shouldn't Hurt" Receives Sponsorship from Raymour & Flanigan
Furniture retail giant Raymour & Flanigan says "Love shouldn't hurt;" sponsoring grassroots effort to reach global audience with livestream broadcast of Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV's EXPOSURE Concert. - March 28, 2015 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
The Institute for Science and Human Values Presents Dying Without Deity-Perspectives on Death and Dying Symposium
To date there has been little discussion and less research as to how self believers experience the dying process and death. What are some of the problems and discrimination Secular Humanists face during one of life’s most difficult journeys? How does one access support when it is needed? How widespread are these problems and what can be done to alleviate them? Join ISHV's cadre of experienced speakers as the issues and suggested solutions are explored and shared. - March 26, 2015 - Institute for Science and Human Values, Inc
State of Nevada Signs Agreement to Protect Historic Horses of the Virginia Range
Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund announces the signing of a landmark agreement between the State of Nevada Department of Agriculture and wild horse advocates to humanely manage the historic horses of the Virginia Range. - March 24, 2015 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
"Silence" Offers No Hope, No Purpose, No Inspiration
Foster Care statistics are staggering. *50% of girls in foster care get pregnant within years of aging out; *74% of former foster kids are in the US prison; *50% of fosters are incarcerated two years after aging out; *80% of youths on death row are fosters; 30% of the homeless in America were once in foster care; *40% of foster children are white; *34% are black; *18% are Hispanic. *Statistics provided by the US Admin. for Children & Families, US Dept. of Justice, the Casey Foundation, ABC News. - March 21, 2015 - Foster A Voice, LLC
The ASPN’s New Management Team is Pleased to Introduce Themselves
American Society for the Protection of Nature INC “ASPN”, a 501 (C) Corporation is pleased to introduce its management team following the recent consolidation of the resources of the Adirondack Wilderness Foundation, Adirondack Wilderness Adventures Inc. and the American Wilderness... - March 19, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
New York Times Best-Selling Author and Internet Sensation, Anna Todd Teams Up With Free2Luv® to Create a New Original Story, "Free"
Anti-bullying nonprofit, Free2Luv joins forces with best-selling author, Anna Todd to celebrate love and rock individuality. - March 18, 2015 - Free2Luv
Seagulls Contaminate Beaches in Huron County, Ontario
Microbial source tracking helped Canadian town pinpoint the source of fecal contamination in their beaches. - March 16, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
American Society for the Protection of Nature INC Announces This Years Date for Tye Dye Day
Tye Dye Day® is where participants donate $5 or more in exchange for wearing an article of Tye Dye clothing to work. Each year Tye Dye Day coincides with National Earth Day, which this year is Wednesday, April 22, 2015. - March 15, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy Seeks Educators for the Trail to Every Classroom Program by March 15
Educators are invited to apply for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s (ATC) 2015 Trail to Every Classroom program (TTEC) through March 15. TTEC, a professional development opportunity, trains educators using a hands-on approach to then educate and connect their students to the Appalachian... - March 14, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Population Connection Condemns Iran's Attacks on Family Planning
Statement by John Seager, President of Population Connection - March 13, 2015 - Population Connection Action Fund
Hammock Dunes Earns Audubon International Green Community Award
Hammock Dunes is the second private community in Florida to earn the Green Community Award from Audubon International, a non-profit environmental organization, for their ongoing sustainability initiatives. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for... - March 13, 2015 - Audubon International
Midwest Solar Expo Returns to Minneapolis in 2015
Second annual conference announces speakers and expanded format. - March 12, 2015 - Midwest Solar Expo
Butterfly Releases Make Any Special Occasion Magical
Butterflies & Roses Now Offers Easy Online Ordering of Live Butterflies Anywhere in Canada. - March 12, 2015 - Butterflies and Roses
Eiffel Tower Installs Wind Turbines to Produce Renewable Energy on Site
UGE uses Ambor Structures Monopole for historical installation. - March 11, 2015 - AirExpo 2016
Celebrities and Youth Join Hands to Rock Kindness Across the Globe
Free2Luv, a youth empowerment nonprofit, has dubbed March ROCK KINDNESS Month and celebrities and youth are holding hands to create a bully-free environment. - March 11, 2015 - Free2Luv
American Society for the Protection of Nature INC is Proud to Announce They Have Attained 501 (C) 3 Status
On March 9th the American Society for the Protection of Nature INC received notification from the IRS that they met and were given the status of being exempt from Federal Income Tax. - March 11, 2015 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Fontana Dam, NC to be Designated Newest Appalachian Trail Community™ on March 26th
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), along with the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club (SMHC), invite the public to attend the official designation of Fontana Dam, North Carolina, as the newest Appalachian Trail Community™. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, March 26, and is free and open to... - March 11, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
BringChivalryBack.com Gives "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" Accolades to Chris Pratt, Bart Freundlich, Keith Urban and Romain Dauriac for Actions at the Academy Awards
The Academy Awards provided one added opportunity for special recognition this year. Based on chivalrous gestures witnessed during the film industry's extravaganza in Hollywood, BringChivalryBack.com awarded its "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" for February 2015 to co-winners Chris Pratt, Bart Freundlich, Keith Urban and Romain Dauriac, husbands of four prominent actresses. This accolade recognizes noteworthy gestures of chivalry which highlight the positive impact such behavior can have. - March 07, 2015 - Bring Chivalry Back
Audubon International Introduces BioBlitz, an Earth Day Program for Golf Courses
Environmental nonprofit Audubon International is excited to introduce the first global Golf Course BioBlitz, a free program for golf courses, which will run the week of Earth Day, April 19-25, 2015. BioBlitz is a species counting competition designed to create awareness among golfers and the... - March 07, 2015 - Audubon International
Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor Celebrated Ten Year SIR-Spheres Anniversary with Weekend of Oscar Events
Meegan Hodges was given only three treatment choices for her terminal colon cancer: 1) do nothing 2) do chemo 3) try a new treatment called SIR-Spheres Microspheres. A decade of milestones has followed her decision. - March 06, 2015 - Say YES to Hope
St. Louis 5K Honors Local Jane Doe
Participants to race in honor of sexual violence survivors. - March 04, 2015 - Jane Doe Advocacy Center