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LifeSpan Earns a Spot in the Inc. 500|5000 for the Fourth Year in a Row
LifeSpan Ranks No.2638 on the 2013 Inc. 500|5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 133% - August 30, 2013 - LifeSpan
Houston Energy Start-Up Expands to Illinois
Torch Energy Solutions, a boutique energy advisory firm out of Houston, is expanding to Illinois after being certified by the Illinois Commerce Commission. The firm will start serving residents and businesses in the state of Illinois in early September. The company has established relationships... - August 30, 2013 - Torch Energy Solutions
Free Event to Help Businesses Procure Government Contracts
Local companies invited to learn how to secure contracts with all government levels. - August 30, 2013 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Ceram to Host "Surface Analysis Workshop" on 22 October 2013
Ceram, the international materials technology company, will be holding a ‘Surface Analysis Workshop’ on Tuesday 22 October at its headquarters in Stoke-on-Trent. As experts in surface, near surface and interface analysis, with state-of-the-art equipment and a wide range of techniques,... - August 30, 2013 - Lucideon
Current Sustainability Issues in the Mining Sector
SGS invites you to register for the complimentary webinar "Current Sustainability Issues in the Mining Sector" on September 18, 2013. - August 30, 2013 - SGS
CarbonClix Launches a Free Get Started Guide to Help Users Reduce Their Carbon Footprint and Save Money
A Free Get Started Guide is now available from CarbonClix. The Guide examines the direct impact we have on the environment through our daily activities, such as use of transport and household energy consumption and provides easy to follow tips on how to reduce carbon emissions and save money on household bills. - August 29, 2013 - Tramp Carbon
Smart Grids and T&D Industry in Europe Facing Regulatory and Infrastructure Challenges
“Energy utilities may well be amongst the biggest industrial polluters, but they also hold the keys to a clean, green future,” says European Utility Week conference producer Ed Butler. The rapidly evolving power transmission and distribution system and the challenges in incorporating... - August 29, 2013 - European Utility Week
Hydropower Efficiency Act of 2013 Will Ease Rentricity Projects for Water, Wastewater, Irrigation and Industrial Water Operators
On August 9th, the Hydropower Regulatory Efficiency Act (H.R. 267) and the Bureau of Reclamation Small Conduit Hydropower Development and Rural Jobs Act (H.R. 678) were signed into law by President Obama. Both the Senate and House of Representatives passed the bill on January 15, 2013, which was... - August 28, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Smyth County and Town Of Marion, Virginia Awarded Appalachian Trail Community Distinction
The Appalachian Trail Community™ program was created by the ATC to recognize communities that promote and care for the Appalachian Trail (A.T.). Working with a growing network of trailside community partners, the program supports communities that play a role in advocating the A.T. as a significant local and national asset and as an international icon. The program assists communities by generating tourism and stimulating outdoor recreation while preserving and protecting the A.T. - August 28, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Wolf River Boulevard Connector is First Roadway to Earn Audubon International Signature Certification
The Wolf River Boulevard Connector in Germantown, Tennessee is the first roadway in the world to earn certification in the prestigious Audubon International Signature Program. - August 28, 2013 - Audubon International
Stevens Researcher Awarded NIST Grant to Standardize Depth-Resolving Optical Imaging
Emerging technologies could help detect numerous diseases at earlier stages of development - August 28, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Texal Energy Helps Non-Profit Abba House Reduce Energy Consumption with Texal Super-Bulb SB-200 Implementation
Texal Energy, a Dallas based energy efficiency firm, partnered with Abba House of Cummings, GA to reduce overall lighting energy consumption by 50%. Christian influenced Abba House works with women in overcoming additions as well as addressing physical and emotional abuse. Texal Energy retrofitted... - August 28, 2013 - Texal Energy
C2C Exploration Begins Export of Gold Ore from Bahia Ibirapuera Mine
Brazil based minerals mining company C2C Exploration has today begun the exportation of ore sourced from its Bahia operations in North Eastern Brazil. - August 28, 2013 - C2C Exploration
New iPic Theater Slated for Downtown Delray Beach; CRA Chooses Office, Entertainment Complex for Redevelopment Site
The Delray Beach CRA has awarded an RFP for 1.57 acres in the downtown core to a proposal that includes a new iPic Theater and 42,000 S.F. of Class A office space. The project stands to bring nearly 300 jobs to the city and could be completed by 2016. - August 25, 2013 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
SGS to Sponsor the 2013 Global Food Safety Initiative South Africa Focus Day
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company will participate as a Silver sponsor at the 2013 Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) South Africa Focus Day, to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa on 11 September, 2013. - August 25, 2013 - SGS
EU LOCIMAP Project Reports on First Workshop in the UK
The first workshop of the EU LOCIMAP ((Low Carbon Industrial Manufacturing Parks) project on the 10th of July was hosted by Sembcorp, operators of the Wilton International industrial park in the UK. The event attracted more than 45 attendees from industrial parks, industry associations, local... - August 25, 2013 - LOCIMAP
My Area Energy, a New Online Community with Homeowners in Mind
MyAreaEnergy.com was started in January 2013 by a homeowner discouraged with the lack of quality data about available power generation services. As a customer, the site owner constantly changed providers, which dramatically increased his troubles of being an energy consumer. The website was built... - August 25, 2013 - My Area Energy LLC
Saint-Gobain Seals Group’s Meldin® 7001 Thermoset Material Passes UL94 Flammability Tests
Saint-Gobain Seals Group’s Meldin® 7001 (unfilled polyimide) thermoset material, which is part of their Meldin® 7000 series product line, has passed the UL 94 flammability tests this year (a regularly occurring distinction for many years). UL 94 is a standard from Underwriters... - August 24, 2013 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
EMLab P&K Launches MoldRANGE Climate Report for Mold Testing in California
EMLab P&K launches MoldRANGE California Climate report to help IAQ professionals who perform mold testing in California. The report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the California zip code where the mold testing took place. - August 23, 2013 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Florence to be the Home of Alabama's 5th MIEX® System
The City of Florence, Alabama will be home to Alabama’s fifth MIEX® Treatment system. The 8 MGD system will remove dissolved organic carbon (DOC) and reduce disinfection by-product (DBP) formation. The MIEX® System will be applied as pretreatment to the plant’s existing treatment process and will allow for compliance with EPA DBP regulations. - August 23, 2013 - Orica Watercare
Marlborough Works! Initiative Gives Local Jobseekers Local Opportunities
Free Resume & Interview Workshop and Job Fair Aim to Jumpstart Local Employment. - August 23, 2013 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
13th Annual Indian Country Affordable Housing & Economic Development Conference Coming Soon
Representatives from tribal housing authorities and economic development organizations throughout Indian Country will travel to Kansas City at the end of the summer for the 13th Annual Travois Indian Country Affordable Housing & Economic Development Conference. - August 23, 2013 - Travois Holdings, Inc.
Ultra Marathon Stand Up Paddler, Will Schmidt, Attempts World Record for Depression Awareness
Ultra Marathon Stand Up paddler, Will Schmidt, will attempt world record breaking open ocean stand up paddle trip through the California Channel Islands. - August 22, 2013 - Are You Inspired Yet
National Auto Recyclers Leads Junk Car Community Integration Program Nationwide
The emergent automotive recycler is expanding their junk car recycling service to provide one call solutions to assist local municipalities with maintaining neighborhood aesthetics while quickly becoming known as community organizers. - August 22, 2013 - National Auto Recyclers
Carpet Cleaning Business in Colorado Springs, CO, Markets to Area Residents with Help from SEO Firm
Local carpet cleaning cleaning and restoration specialists "Cardiac Cleaning & Restoration" partner with SEO experts 'Prospect Genius' to bring superior cleaning and other home improvement services to the greater Colorado Springs, CO area. - August 22, 2013 - Cardiac Cleaning & Restoration
Dirty Coast to Host Benefit Event for Youth Rebuilding New Orleans
Dirty Coast apparel shop will hold After Hours Happy Hour, an event to benefit the Youth Rebuilding New Orleans volunteer organization and its numerous service projects. - August 21, 2013 - Youth Rebuilding New Orleans
Stevens Research Honored in Highlights 2012 Issue of Nanotechnology Journal
Innovation in battery technology could drastically cut charge-time for mobile devices - August 21, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Animal Lovers Take on the Kili Challenge
Climbing Kilimanjaro is often one of the top items on most South African’s bucket list, most find it daunting enough without the commitment of making it to Uhuru Peak for a cause they strongly believe in. In September a group of twenty-five climbers will be putting their passion for the... - August 21, 2013 - Sandton SPCA
Mold Remediation Company in Flint Hires SEO Firm to Help Reach Local Residents
Local property service specialists "K and C Property Service, LLC" partner with the SEO experts at "Prospect Genius" to bring superior mold remediation services and more to the greater Flint MI areas. - August 21, 2013 - K and C Property Service, LLC
GE Highlights Importance of Public and Private Sector Partnerships in Energy Sector at EAPIC in September
“GE is committed to working with public and private sector stakeholders to address the region’s current and future energy challenges. EAPIC offers a platform to engage industry stakeholders on this topic.” This is according to Mr Jay Ireland, GE President and CEO for Africa. GE is... - August 21, 2013 - Future Energy East Africa
Ceram to Host Webinar - "Testing – More Than Just Numbers" - 25 September 2013
Ceram, the international materials technology company, will be hosting a free webinar, "Testing – More Than Just Numbers" on Wednesday 25 September at 3:00pm (UK time). - August 21, 2013 - Lucideon
Volunteer in Evergreen’s 1st Annual Dig-a-Thon and be Entered to Win Prizes for Giving Local Trails a Little Love
Now through September 29th, individuals, families and groups are encouraged to help Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance build and maintain trails statewide by earning entries in a raffle to win valuable prizes. - August 21, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
AmpleHarvest.org and Gardener’s Supply Company Launch “Pledge-A-Veg” Photo Contest
Opportunity for a gardener donating food to a nearby food pantry to win a $300 gift certificate from Gardener’s Supply Company. - August 20, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) Portfolio & Benefits of Being Certified
SGS invites you to register for the complimentary webinar "The TAPA Portfolio & Benefits of being Certified" on September 25, 2013. - August 18, 2013 - SGS
New Webinar: a Glance Into the New ISO 27001 Standard
SGS invites you to register for the complimentary webinar "A Glance into the new ISO 27001 Standard" on September 25, 2013. - August 17, 2013 - SGS
Growing Farmers in Maine Nonprofit Farm Cultivates More Than Just Vegetables
Something special is happening once again this year on the fields and pastures at Freeport’s Wolfe’s Neck Farm. Four local teens learning how to farm are growing much more than food. Wolfe’s Neck Farm is educating the next generation of farmers and small farm advocates while filling food pantry shelves with local, sustainably-grown foods. - August 17, 2013 - Wolfe's Neck Farm
The Re-Launching of Natural-Family-Planning.com
A comprehensive resource for those looking for moral, reliable, and natural contraceptive alternatives. - August 17, 2013 - RDO Medical
Rentricity Wins New Jersey Technology Council Idea & Demo Day Grand Finale 2013
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery Company, was awarded the grand prize at the New Jersey Technology Council (NJTC) Idea and Demo Day Grand Finale. The event took place at CoWerks in Asbury Park, New Jersey on August 8th, 2013. Frank Zammataro, Rentricity President and Co-Founder,... - August 16, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Lake Cable Gets UL Approval to Produce Additional Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Cable Offering
Lake Cable proudly announced today that it has added a new level of approval from Underwriters Laboratories for its Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) cable. Building upon Lake Cable’s extensive track record of UL approvals for its PLTC and TC offerings, this RISER rated LSZH cable has become... - August 16, 2013 - Lake Cable
SGS to Present on Quality and Safety of the Food Supply Chain at the 13th ASEAN Food Conference 2013
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company is invited to speak at the 13th ASEAN Food Conference 2013, held at the MAX Atria, Singapore Expo, Singapore, from September 9 to 11, 2013. The diversity of the modern food supply chain and its ever-changing... - August 16, 2013 - SGS SSC SEAP
SGS to Discourse on the Importance of Energy Effiicency at the World Engineers Summit 2013
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company is invited to speak at the World Engineers Summit 2013, held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, from Sept 9 to 15. In this event, SGS aims to help organizations continuously... - August 16, 2013 - SGS SSC SEAP
SGS Australia to Exhibit at Fine Food Australia 2013
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company will be exhibiting at Fine Food Australia 2013, to be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, from 9 - 12 September 2013. The diversity of the modern food supply chain and its ever-changing... - August 16, 2013 - SGS SSC SEAP
SGS Australia to Exhibit at All-Energy Australia 2013
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company will be exhibiting at the All-Energy Australia 2013 Exhibition and Conference, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 9 and 10 October 2013. Enhancing processes, systems and skills is... - August 16, 2013 - SGS SSC SEAP
New Webinar - Food Defence: Current Guidelines & Future Trends
Register to SGS complimentary webinar "Food Defence: Current Guidelines and Future Trends" on September 11, 2013. - August 16, 2013 - SGS
New Water Consumption Monitoring Service by Smart Rain
Smart Rain is excited to offer a new round-the-clock water monitoring service. The newly developed system aims to help its clients conserve water resources and save money. The company talks about its revolutionary system and its benefits to commercial properties. - August 16, 2013 - Smart Rain
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is First to Earn Audubon International Signature Certification
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is the first hospital in the world to earn designation by Audubon International as a Certified Signature Sanctuary. - August 16, 2013 - Audubon International
Webinar: Designing Effective Food Safety Management Programs for GFSI Schemes
SGS invites you to register for the complimentary webinar "Designing effective food safety management programs for GFSI schemes" on September 5, 2013. - August 16, 2013 - SGS
Saint-Gobain Seals Group’s Rulon® J Fluoropolymer Material ASTM Certified for Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity (FST)
Saint-Gobain Seals Group’s Rulon® J, one of their fluoropolymer grades, was recently certified for mass transit applications such as in trains and aircraft in regards to specific safety requirements for flammability, smoke and toxicity (FST). While composites are an excellent technology for weight reduction, most thermoset resins carry some safety risk in mass transit applications due to confined spaces and difficult and dangerous evacuation situations. - August 15, 2013 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
Webinar: Making the Business Case for Sustainability
Shelton Group to Discuss Five Ways “Green” Gives You a Competitive Edge. - August 15, 2013 - Shelton Group
Aden’s Governor, PEC and Altaaqa Global Inaugurates 54 MW Power Plant
The 54 MW power plant will supply up to 150,000 customers in Yemen which will benefit more than half a million people. Altaaqa Global hired 95% of the total employees from Yemen and were able to deliver the project on time. This is one of the great success stories of doing synergy between the government, local community and a private company in the power industry. - August 15, 2013 - Altaaqa Global CAT Rental Power