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SolarCraft Completes Installation of Solar Power System on Hess Production Facility
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 649 kW solar power system at Hess Collection Winery providing nearly 100% of the electrical needs for its Napa, CA production facility. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the new system will reduce Hess’s utility costs by thousands every year, while reducing the load on the local utility grid. - May 08, 2014 - SolarCraft
Buffalo Watt Releases Converged Energy 2014 May Update
Buffalo Watt today announced that it has released Converged Energy 2014 May Update. The update includes numerous enhancements to the Retail Energy and Cloud Automation functionality of the platform. Cloud Automation has added support and interoperability with Echelon’s iLon SmartServer 2.0. - May 08, 2014 - Buffalo Watt
YANMAR mCHP Unit Powers New Hotel in Maine
One 10 kW Unit Installed at Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port Hotel in Maine - May 08, 2014 - YANMAR America
Campbell Thermography to Provide Thermographic Imaging of Ohio State University Campus
The imagery will be used to analyze steam system efficiency, find leaks in the steam lines, evaluate the condition of the roofs, and look for energy loss in the buildings. Thermographic imaging is an essential tool in getting roof repairs done efficiently without sending good roofing material to the landfill while getting wet, useless insulation replaced. - May 08, 2014 - Campbell Thermography LLC
African Utility Week Focuses on Why Energy Savings and Back-Up Generation Are More Vital Than Ever
Due to the national power shortage and the rising electricity prices, large power and water users like mining houses, commercial buildings, manufacturing plants and the agricultural sector need to address the impact that consumption has on their bottom line and explore technology that can mitigate... - May 07, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Puckett Attendance Center Will Produce Biodiesel in the Classroom with Renewable Energy Equipment
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has delivered a B-60 Biodiesel Processor to Puckett Attendance Center, MS. The Biodiesel production equipment will be used in the classroom to begin instructing students on green fuel technologies. - May 07, 2014 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
TAG Receives Consent to Drill Exploration Well on Waitangi Hill, Targeting Fractured Source Rocks
The Gisborne District Council has granted TAG Oil (TSX: TAO) and (OTCQX: TAOIF) consent to drill the Waitangi Valley-1 well, located in Petroleum Exploration Permit 38348 in the East Coast Basin, New Zealand. - May 06, 2014 - TAG Oil Ltd.
YANMAR America to Participate in Mother Earth News Fair
Yanmar America Corporation is proud to be a Title Sponsor of this year’s Mother Earth News Fair being held at the Western North Carolina Agriculture Center on Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13, in Fletcher, N.C. Yanmar has long been committed to the sustainable land owner and the rural... - May 06, 2014 - YANMAR America
Spruce Peak at Stowe Mountain Resort Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Spruce Peak at Stowe Mountain Resort has retained its designation as a "Certified Audubon Sustainable Community" through the Audubon International Sustainable Communities Program. Robert Apple, Planning Manager, led the effort to maintain certified status in this community and is being... - May 04, 2014 - Audubon International
5th Annual Taste of North Berkeley
Come join the Berkeley Lions, Tues. May 6th, 5:30-8:30pm. Stroll along North Shattuck between Hearst and Vine, while enjoying samples at Gourmet Ghetto Eateries and raising money for charity. Join in with the Berkeley Lions Club, serving the needy of Berkeley for 95 years, in this opportunity to try some of the best faire in town. Show support for over twenty-five local shops contributing tasty treats to raise funds for the community. - May 04, 2014 - Berkeley Lions Club, Lions International
International Geothermal Workshop Announced by GRC
The Geothermal Resources Council will present a two-day course in Jakarta before the 2nd Indonesia International Geothermal Conference and Exhibition. - May 03, 2014 - Geothermal Resources Council
Oorja Fuel Cells Licenses Two Patents from Los Alamos National Laboratory for Improving Efficiency and Cost-Cutting
Oorja Fuel Cells and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) today announced a licensing agreement allowing Oorja Fuel Cells to deploy two key energy technologies developed by Los Alamos through programs with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). The technologies, available through LANL’s Express Licensing Program, are aimed at improving power density and reducing the cost of direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) based power systems. - May 03, 2014 - Oorja Fuel Cells
City of Cape Town Official Host City of African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa in May
The City of Cape Town has a clear, very strategic and long-term vision to plan for the expansion of the city and cope with subsequent growth, along with the need to drive carbon emission reduction, increase the use of clean energy, and maximise on water resources, says Nicolette Pombo-van Zyl,... - May 03, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Saint-Gobain Seals’ OmniSeal® Spring-Energized Seal Helps to Prevent Blowout in Rocket Engine Check Valves
Saint-Gobain Seals’ OmniSeal® spring-energized anti-blowout seal has been qualified as a static seal in rocket engine check valves for the aerospace industry. Check valves are flow control devices that allow the flow of pressurized fluid (liquid or gas) in one direction only. In normal... - May 02, 2014 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
Continent’s Energy and Water Leaders Join Forces to Discuss Challenges and Celebrate Successes at Annual African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
More than 5000 power and water professionals, including utility heads from Nigeria, Uganda, Namibia, Senegal, Ghana, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia and South Africa, will gather for the 14th annual African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa conference and expo at Cape Town’s CTICC from 13-14 May. - May 01, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Buffalo Watt Selected by New Wave Energy Corp.
Buffalo Watt today announces that it has been selected by New Wave Energy Corp. to deliver its Converged Energy Platform - Retail Energy. - May 01, 2014 - Buffalo Watt
Isleworth Joins Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program
The private community of Isleworth recently became the next community in Florida to join Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program. The Sustainable Communities Program provides a framework with which communities can assess their current status of green initiatives for... - May 01, 2014 - Audubon International
Prominent Transportation Executive Joins Helpful Technology’s Advisory Board
Senior level executive with a distinguished record in automotive industry joins Helpful Technologies Inc. as an adviser. - April 30, 2014 - Helpful Technologies, Inc.
SGS Hot Source: Gluten-Free Management, Energy Drinks, Meat Supply Chain & More
Effective employee training leads to improved food safety culture. In this issue of Hot Source, they review key messages from the Global Food Safety Training Survey 2013. - April 30, 2014 - SGS
Oil in Water Monitors at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference
Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments will exhibit at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference at Booth #4809 from May 5 - 8, 2014 in Houston, TX at the Reliant Park Center. - April 30, 2014 - Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments
New Solar Crowdfunding Goes Live; Can Investors Other Than Banks Get in on the Action?
The JOBS Act of 2012 Opens Up New Frontier for Green Energy Funding. - April 30, 2014 - CrowdSun
Enterprising, Disabled Man Solicits for Help to Rebuild Business, Goldbearingpaydirt.com, After Being Unjustly Closed Down
"Without doubts, the American government advocates non-discrimination when it comes to giving jobs to the disabled in the society; but then, many of them are still being rejected or not able to find the flexible conditions they need to perform," states Robert Schaefer. Today, Robert Schaefer, an enterprising, disabled man asks for help to rebuild his home-based business that was unjustly closed down. - April 28, 2014 - Robert Schaefer
Alex Pratt Joins EMLab P&K as Regional Account Manager Southeast Region
EMLab P&K hires Alex Pratt as Account Manager for the Southeast region, focusing on EMLab P&K’s mold, asbestos, and bacteria labs in Florida, Virginia, and New Jersey. - April 28, 2014 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
TD-500D Hand Held Oil in Water Analyzer Stands Ready Around the World for Immediate Service
To contribute further to environmental protection and provide immediate service worldwide, Turner designs Hydrocarbon Instruments has strategically set up a TD-500D Stocking Distribution Global Network for immediate TD-500D and accessories supply. - April 27, 2014 - Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments
Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference
Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments will be exhibiting at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) at Booth #4809. - April 27, 2014 - Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments
The Dahill Group CEO and Founder Elizabeth Dahill to Speak at YPE Houston Breakfast Series
Making the right career move in today's competitive market - April 27, 2014 - The Dahill Group
Life Systems Group Introduces LifeTank to Westlake at Home Show
This weekend, Life Systems Group, Inc. will introduce LifeTank to Ventura County resident at the Conejo Valley Home Remodeling Show in Westlake Village, Calif. Designer Mick Benson created LifeTank so homes and businesses can have the assurance of clean, fresh water during a disaster or emergency. LifeTank features patent-pending technology that allows water to be automatically replenished – meaning the water doesn’t stagnate or need maintenance. - April 26, 2014 - Life Systems Group, Inc.
GlacialLight Introduces Arcturus Series 50W Low Bay Lights – GL-BL50
GlacialLight's new Arcturus series of GL-BL50 Low Bay Lights offers an energy efficient 50 Watt Phillips LUXEON LED provides enough light for almost any indoor application. - April 26, 2014 - GlacialTech Inc
CALLAHEAD's Exclusive NY Portable Restroom Rentals Are Ideal for Memorial Day Festivities
From backyard barbecues to graduation parties to celebratory parades and concerts, CALLAHEAD offers a comfortable, sanitary, unique portable toilet for every event held in New York during the holiday weekend. - April 25, 2014 - CALLAHEAD Portable Toilets
Global Mining Giant Sandvik is Platinum Sponsor for Upcoming Copperbelt Mining Trade Expo and Conference in Kitwe Next Week
Global mining giant Sandvik, platinum sponsors for the upcoming Copperbelt Mining Trade Expo and Conference (CBM-TEC), is currently building a high-tech, multimillion dollar facility in Kitwe, where the event takes place from 28-29 April. The company’s Accounts and Applications Manager -... - April 25, 2014 - Copperbelt Mining Trade Expo & Conference
Water Innovations Showcased at World Water Day Event in Washington
The U.S. Department of State and U.S. Water Partnership celebrated World Water Day by displaying twenty-eight American developed water technologies, designed to address global water challenges in developing countries. These technologies were part of the “USTech H2.0” event held on... - April 25, 2014 - Lifewater Drilling Technology
Springboard Biodiesel Announces Grand Opening of New Closed Local Loop Production Facility
California based, clean-tech manufacturer Springboard Biodiesel launches fully automated, zero-waste biodiesel production plant that is designed for low-cost production of multiple feedstocks. Capable of producing up to 1,500 gallons per day, the facility currently processes locally collected UCO feedstock into ASTM-grade B-100 biodiesel with an exceptionally low carbon intensity. - April 24, 2014 - Springboard Biodiesel
More Than 5,000 Expected to Attend Green on the Green Festival May 3
Free One-Day Community Festival in Worthington, Sponsored by Big Green Head, Green Energy Ohio, Interfaith Power and Light, and Eleven12; Helps Visitors Go “Green” with an Electric Car Ride & Drive, Clean Energy Display, Cooking Demos, Live Music and More - April 24, 2014 - Big Green Head
Caravan Honored with Jackie Robinson Award
The Detroit Tigers, along with Major League Baseball, have chosen Caravan Facilities Management, LLC to be the recipient of the 8th Annual Jackie Robinson MVDBP Award. - April 24, 2014 - Caravan Facilities Management
New Additive Will Revolutionize Heavy Oil Production and Transportation and Save Producers at Least $4 - $5 Per Barrel
Heavy oil production requires diluent be added to the crude to give it proper viscosity to get it in a pipeline. Diluent supplies are dwindling and prices are rising. A new technology exists that results in 50% less diluent being required and oil producers saving $4-$5 per barrel. - April 23, 2014 - Petro Motion Inc.
Lucideon to Hold "Meet the Materials Experts" Seminar in Cork
Lucideon, the materials development and testing company that was formerly known as Ceram, is holding a "Meet the Materials Experts" seminar on 19 June 2014 in Cork, Ireland. - April 23, 2014 - Lucideon
Alberta Septic Systems Now a Leader for Real Estate Certification Services
Trusted Newcastle, WA-based septic systems maintenance company, Alberta Septic Systems is now helping homeowners across Issaquah, Bellevue and Renton analyze and certify their current systems with the goal of selling their property. The company’s home property inspection work will help owners... - April 23, 2014 - Alberta Septic Systems
A Day of Spay in May. Jackson Galaxy, Star of Animal Planet's "My Cat from Hell" to Appear as Part of FixFest.
FixFest is a new area-wide spay and neuter day to be held in conjunction with the annual WorldFest “earth day” celebration on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Woodley Park in Lake Balboa, California. WorldFest is an all-day solar-powered, education and entertainment event focusing on sustainability, environmentalism and animal welfare. - April 23, 2014 - FixFest
Dubai Municipality Along with Unique System FZE Launch a First-of-Its-Kind Sandstorm Forecasting Mobile App in the UAE
Unique System FZE, a Unique Maritime Group company, which is one of the world’s leading integrated turnkey subsea and offshore solutions provider, along with The Geodesy and Hydrographic Survey Section of Dubai Municipality (DM) have successfully launched a mobile application that will enable... - April 23, 2014 - Unique Maritime Group
Aspca’s National Help a Horse Day Event Hits Reno This Saturday as Mayor Makes Proclamation of Importance of Wild Horses
Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund is celebrating ASPCA's Help A Horse Day with the Free 1st Annual Helping Horses Expo at Bartley Ranch Horse Arena, 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd, Reno on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Gates open 1 - 5 pm. Opening ceremonies will feature country singer-song writer Lacy J Dalton, horse training demonstrations by Midori Morgan, Megan Lowry, and Willis Lamm, and demonstrations by Least Resistance Training Concepts Wild Horse Mentors Large Animal Rescue Squad. - April 22, 2014 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
2013 Fred Case Entrepreneur of the Year Nick Richmond Launches Matrix Manufacturing, USA
Nick Richmond and Brian Barrick recently launched their second entrepreneurial endeavor, Matrix Manufacturing, USA. They founded Matrix Basement Systems in 2009, and helped it grow into the Midwest’s leading provider of basement finishing systems. Matrix Basement Systems, Inc. has now served more than 1,000 Chicagoland and Detroit residents. - April 21, 2014 - Matrix Basement Systems
Infinite Earth’s Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve Project Delivers Clean Water
Rimba Raya, the world’s largest REDD project completes its pilot program to deliver clean water filters and protect the Indonesian forest community from lethal waterborne disease. - April 21, 2014 - Infinite Earth
Dealers’ View of Warranty: SGS 2014 Global Automotive Survey
The webinar will discuss further information about: For which brands dealers find warranty easy to work with; Dealer Satisfaction with the key warranty tools field force, hotlines and audit; Dealer Satisfaction with the level and administration of goodwill; Dealer Satisfaction with the level and administration of extended warranties; Comparison of results between 2012 and 2014 survey wave. - April 21, 2014 - SGS
Altaaqa Global Opens East Africa Office
The new Nairobi office will serve as a hub for Altaaqa Global’s sales and operations in the East Africa region. - April 20, 2014 - Altaaqa Global
greeNEWit Energy Education Program is an Approved Way to Receive MAEOE’s Green Schools Certification
greeNEWit’s OUR Schools Program is approved by the MAEOE to help schools obtain Maryland Green School certification. - April 19, 2014 - greeNEWit
California’s New Back-Up Water System Expands Into Other States
The demand for LifeTank is gaining momentum as households and businesses see the benefits being prepared for emergencies – everything from city chemical spills to earthquakes, floods and winter storms. This new back-up water system features patent-pending technology that allows the water in the tank to automatically replenish - meaning it needs no maintenance or manual rotation. - April 19, 2014 - Life Systems Group, Inc.
Papros Inc: Now Suppliers' Smelters on CMRT Can be Directly Checked Versus Growing Lists of Conflict Free Certified Smelters on CFSP Website
As the Conflict Free Smelter Program gathers strength, increasing numbers of smelters get certified, and the CFSP certified lists as posted on the website change for the better. In order to help the process of adoption of certified smelters, the MRPRO dashboard now checks the smelters entered on a (CMRT) template versus the smelters posted on the conflict free certified smelter list web sites. This moves the whole process along by quickly letting suppliers check and choose certified smelters. - April 18, 2014 - Papros Inc.
InStep Software to Discuss Predictive Analytics at POWER-GEN India & Central Asia 2014
Using the Power of Predictive Asset Analytics to Increase Nuclear Equipment Reliability - April 18, 2014 - InStep Software
Saint-Gobain Seals’ Rulon® 1439 Material Certified as USP Class VI Compliant, Further Meeting Needs of Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Processing
Saint-Gobain Seals’ Rulon® 1439 material has achieved full USP Class VI certification, complying with stringent disposable and reusable medical device requirements. - April 18, 2014 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
Lucideon to Talk at the EAUC Annual Conference 2014
Lucideon, the sustainability assurance provider, is pleased to announce that it will be playing an engaging role at the 18th EAUC Annual Conference, as it leads an exchange session and showcases its wide range of sustainability assurance services. Known as the sustainability event of the year for the UK tertiary education sector, the event will take place on 7-9 May at Nottingham Trent University. - April 18, 2014 - Lucideon