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In the Aftermath of Sandy, a Community Comes Together
Hurricane Sandy hit the Stevens and Hoboken community hard, leaving chaos and wreckage in its wake. Hoboken residents, Stevens students, and volunteers from all over the area poured out generosity and support. Additionally, Stevens faculty have been contributing their expertise to help the world understand the scope and severity of Hurricane Sandy. - November 08, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Professional Landcare Network Member Terracare Associates Receives Recognition for Environmental Impact
Terracare Associates was excited to be part of an exceptional group of landscaping companies honored by the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) in their Environmental Improvement Awards (EIA) program this year. Terracare Associates (TCA) was recognized as a PLANET AEF Ambassador, which awards... - November 08, 2012 - Terracare Associates
New Equestrian Tool Removes Horse Droppings from the Trail Safely, Swiftly and Without Rider Dismount
Equestrian Impact on Trails Reduced, Horse and Rider Safety Maintained, Relationships with Other User Groups Improved and Trail Vistas Preserved. - November 07, 2012 - Barn Buddies Boutique
Grant Available to Local Communities to Preserve and Promote Natural and Cultural Assets
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is now accepting applications for the Appalachian Trail and Kittatinny Ridge Conservation Assistance Mini-Grant Program until December 31, 2012. - November 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
U.S. Gas & Electric Provides Assistance to Employees Affected by Hurricane Sandy
U.S. Gas & Electric Helps Employees Affected by Hurricane Sandy - November 03, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
New Washington Student Mountain Bike League Gives Middle and High School Students a Fun Way to Get Active Outdoors
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance is launching the Washington Student League next month to get more middle school and high school aged kids active outdoors and in the woods riding bikes. Kids are welcome to participate even if the have no desire to race. The league includes leadership and stewardship components as well. - October 27, 2012 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Solar Planet Boosts Community Impact with a New Solar Referral Network
Solar Planet (www.solarplanet.net) is refreshing their focus in the renewable energy marketplace with a shift from education to action. Solar Planet is your solar source for installation, education, and inspiration. - October 26, 2012 - Solar Planet
AmpleHarvest.org Receives $50,000 Grant from Newman's Own Foundation
Grant Award as Part of Nutrition Initiative - October 25, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Maritime Researchers Prepare New York City and Boston for Flooding
In New York City and Boston alone, billions of dollars of urban infrastructure lie less than 4 meters above sea level, leaving the cities and its residents susceptible to coastal flooding and storm surges. Rising sea levels caused by climate change makes the two major metropolitan cities even more... - October 25, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Living Plant Wall Helps Win Best Scenic Design Emmy Award for "The Nate Berkus Show"
Floral design expert, Trish O'Sullivan, was instrumental in creating the Emmy award-winning "Nate Berkus Show" set for its 2010 and 2011 seasons with an eco-friendly, green living wall. - October 24, 2012 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
Technological Breakthrough Promises Safer Medical Implants
Dr. Mathew Libera awarded patent for innovative technology that repels bacteria, delivers localized antibiotics, and assists bone cell adhesion, sparing patients further surgery to replace an infected implant. - October 24, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Organic Recycling Start-Up Launches $100K Crowdfunding Campaign
Organic waste recycling start-up, Re-Nuble, has launched an aggressive $100,000 crowdfunding campaign to finance its mission of redefining the meaning of waste – starting with the nation’s capital. - October 24, 2012 - Re-Nuble
Treasure Island Management Ltd. Announces New Chairman of the Board, Mark M. Moskowitz
Treasure Island Management, Ltd., a Belizean corporation, has appointed its new Chairman of Board, Mr. Mark M. Moskowitz - October 24, 2012 - Treasure Island Management, Ltd.
Clean Technology Council Hosts Presentation on How to Grow Your Business in Tough Economic Times
Keynote speaker’s organization helped create 67,098 new jobs in 2011. - October 21, 2012 - Clean Technology Council
Appalachian Trail Long-Distance Hiking Workshop
The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) is one of the longest continuously marked footpaths in the world, measuring roughly 2,180 miles in length. This one-day workshop will provide information and tips to hikers of all experience levels who are considering hiking the A.T. - October 20, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and Gardener’s Supply Company Award $5,000 Green Thumb Challenge Grant to Green Chimneys School
National grant award recognizes successful youth garden projects that incorporate education. - October 19, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Appalachian Trail Conservancy and Local Merchants Host Community Jack-O'-Lantern Contest
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), along with local merchants, invites the public to participate in the Community Jack-O’-Lantern Contest held from October 26-27, 2012 at the ATC Visitor Center, located at 799 Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV. This event is free and open to the... - October 17, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Sustainability of Coco Coir Inspires Launch of New Company, CocoEnviro Solutions
Coco Coir Based Products are now available as a green alternative growing medium for home gardeners, landscapers and commercial greenhouses. - October 15, 2012 - CocoEnviro Solutions, Inc.
Stevens Wins ONR Grant to Develop Secure Wireless Networks
Researcher establishes innovative techniques for efficient and secure wireless communication for the US Navy. - October 12, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Central Park N.C. Releases Podcast Exploring the Yadkin River’s Economic Impact
Nonprofit Executive Director Nancy Gottovi Discusses Financial Implications of an Essential North Carolina Waterway - October 11, 2012 - Central Park NC
Central Park N.C. Releases Podcast Discussing North Carolina’s River of Opportunity
Statewide Campaign Aims to Save Yadkin River, Bring Jobs to Region - October 07, 2012 - Central Park NC
Stevens Researcher Wins NSF Grant to Ensure the Security of Growing Mobile App Market
Professor David Naumann takes steps to analyze mobile apps and prevent malware access - October 06, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Wins DHS Award to Train Future Maritime Security Leaders
As a leader in maritime security and commerce education and research, the Center for Secure and Resilient Maritime Commerce (CSR) at Stevens Institute of Technology, has won its third consecutive Science and Technology Career Development Grant from the Department of Homeland Security. The grant will support fellowships, including full tuition and stipends, for three full-time Maritime Systems graduate students. - October 06, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
GEF Institute’s Sustainability Courses Approved for GBCI CE Hours for LEED® Professionals
GEF Institute Named Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) Education Provider. - October 05, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Montreux Energy Presents California Roundtable on Clean Energy Quarterly Meeting Invites World’s Thought Leaders to Connect Toward a Lower Carbon Future
"Investing in Our Global Clean Energy Future" is the theme as senior-level energy, power, transportation, infrastructure and policy leaders come together at Montreux Energy’s California Clean Energy Roundtable Oct. 17-19, 2012, to discuss solutions to the world’s pressing energy issues. Registration is $1,000 through Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, after which it will increase to $1,200. Register and learn more at www.cleanenergy.com/roundtables/california2012/. http://bit.ly/MECal12 - October 05, 2012 - Montreux Energy
Kid's Coin Drives Add up to 2,000 Pounds of Food Distributed to Help Hungry
Teen non-profit spent summer raising funds for food distributions. Donate Don’t Dump encourages grocery stores & food co to donate surplus or short dated products to food banks & raise awareness about hunger. Companies that donate are recognized with “Proud Donor” Logo. The logo was created by Gabrielle, age 12 to raise awareness and influence consumers. "Sadly, this food could be saved from the landfills before it becomes waste, with 1 in 4 children suffering from hunger, it is an outrage!" - October 04, 2012 - Donate Don't Dump
Kids of All Ages Invited to Free "Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day" Event at Duthie Hill Park This Saturday
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance and Cascade Bicycle Club invite young riders up to age 16 to join them for their free Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day at King County’s Duthie Hill Park in Issaquah, this Saturday, October 6th. The event includes trail riding, an obstacle course for the little ones, an exciting jump show from local and pro riders, a barbecue, and tons of prizes. Everyone is invited and parents are welcome to ride too. - October 04, 2012 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Chocolate BARK Fur Pet Lovers is the Sweet Treat That Gives Back with Every Bite
Sue's Confections, LLC, a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania manufacturer of handcrafted confections and 3D chocolates is helping out good causes by offering pet lovers a sweet treat that gives back with every bite. Sue's Confections has created three flavors of chocolate candy bark with a unique twist. - October 04, 2012 - Good Paws Good Cause, LLC
Central Park N.C. to Show Documentary on Hydraulic Fracturing in Saxapahaw, N.C.
Nonprofit Organization to Show Free Screening of Emmy-Winning Film Split Estate as Part of the 2012 Movie Series. - October 04, 2012 - Central Park NC
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and Cabot Creamery Cooperative Offer Holiday Cheese Party Raffle for Schools Participating in Sustainability Education
Classrooms nationwide eligible to win Cabot Cheese for a healthy holiday party. - October 03, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
The Appalachian Trail is Coming to Theaters This Fall
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) will be showing the National Geographic film "America's Wild Spaces: The Appalachian Trail" at 10 theaters across the country as part of their 2012 membership drive. - October 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Central Park N.C. Releases Podcast on “The Future of North Carolina’s Water” Forum
Executive Director Nancy Gottovi Discusses Speaker Lineup for Oct. 18 Event at the STARworks Center in Star, N.C. - September 30, 2012 - Central Park NC
NSF Funds Regionally Unique Motion Capture Robotics Lab
High-resolution, large volume motion capture advances robotics and control research at Stevens - September 29, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. E. H. Yang's Team Awarded AFOSR Grant for Advanced Infrared Detection Technology
Team led by Dr. E. H. Yang promises to provide tactical advantages for the Air Force and sophisticated apparatus for space exploration - September 28, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
U.S. Customs Office Achieves LEED Silver Certification; Prefabrication of Modular Buildings Proves an Effective and Sustainable Method
The U.S. Customs Field Operations Facility in Sells, Arizona recently earned LEED for New Construction Silver level certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The building is home to the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement Department and resides on the Tohono O’Odham Nation... - September 27, 2012 - Green Ideas Sustainability Consultants
Central Park N.C. Names Paul Gallay as Special Guest Speaker at the 2012 Annual Gathering
Public Official, Educator and President of Riverkeeper to Address the Future of North Carolina’s Natural Resources - September 26, 2012 - Central Park NC
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi Wins Instrumentation Grant from the Office of Naval Research
Low-friction, anti-corrosive research at Stevens promises durability and improved hydrodynamics. - September 26, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Groundbreaking Stevens Research on Water-Repellent Surfaces Published in Physical Review Letters
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi and Dr. Wei Xu Revise Scientific Understanding of Superhydrophobicity. - September 22, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Nelson County, Virginia Designated an Appalachian Trail Community
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) will celebrate the official designation of Nelson County, Virginia as the newest Appalachian Trail (A.T.) Community™ on October 17, 2012, from 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., at the Nelson Center located at 8445 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, Virginia. - September 22, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Energy Advantage Inc to Speak at Upcoming FMI Sustainability Summit in Washington, DC
Claire Purvis, Manager of Sustainability at Energy Advantage, will speak at the 2012 FMI Sustainability Summit in Washington, DC on October 4th, 2012. Purvis will present on best practices for engaging stakeholders in sustainability. In the session, titled “Telling a Complicated Story:... - September 22, 2012 - Energy Advantage Inc.
New Jersey Native Son Recognized for Environmental Contributions
Great Swamp Watershed Association Gala Celebration honors the work of Emile DeVito, Ph.D., one of the state’s foremost environmentalists. - September 21, 2012 - Great Swamp Watershed Association
Appalachian Trail Conservancy's Rocky Top Trail Crew is in Search of Volunteer Trail Maintainers
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s (ATC) Rocky Top Trail Crew is looking for volunteers to help reconstruct a remote section of the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park from September 30th to October 7th. - September 21, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Lights, Camera, Action; Morning Star Fishermen
Aquaponics Expert Hallam Murray Visits Local Business Morning Star Fishermen, Who Will Star in New Documentary - September 21, 2012 - Morning Star Fishermen
History Being Made with the First Ever Mountain Bike Race on Tiger Mountain September 22nd
Local nonprofit, the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance is presenting the first mountain bike race to ever happen on Tiger Mountain – the Sold-Out "Evergreen Enduro at Tiger" – on Saturday, September 22nd as a Fundraiser for Tiger Mountain Trails. The race course will include the first new trail to be built for mountain biking on Tiger in more than 20 years. - September 19, 2012 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Central Park N.C. Names Michael Shuman as Special Guest Speaker at the 2012 Annual Gathering
Leading Economist and Author Will Speak to the Economic Future of North Carolina’s Natural Resources - September 19, 2012 - Central Park NC
Clean Technology Council Hosts Presentation on Recycled Water
October 2nd event "Recycled water: Is it as good as the original?" will focus on facts and myths about recycled water and its benefits of conservation and sustainability - September 17, 2012 - Clean Technology Council
2nd Annual Family Hiking Day Weekend Celebration
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy's Mid-Atlantic Regional Office invites families to hike on the Appalachian Trail for the 2nd Annual Family Hiking Day. - September 15, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Researchers Win NYSERDA Award to Develop Online Flood Risk Assessment Tool for Hudson Valley
Customized Web App Will Provide Information for Officials, Resource Managers and the Public by Merging All Flooding Resources into a Single Model - September 14, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Central Park N.C. Names L. Hunter Lovins as Special Guest Speaker at the 2012 Annual Gathering
Author and Recognized Leader in Sustainable Development to Address the Value of Natural Resources - September 12, 2012 - Central Park NC
Rangeley, Maine Designated an Appalachian Trail Community
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy annouces the official designation of Rangeley, Maine. - September 12, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy