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Sol Announces DesignLight Consortium Approval
20/20™ Line Voltage LED Luminaires Receive Certification. - July 26, 2012 - Sol Inc (Solar Outdoor Lighting)
Proposed Policy Options for ERCOT System Adequacy
LCG Consulting (LCG) of Los Altos, California offers to evaluate the impact of the policy options proposed in the recent ERCOT system adequacy and investment study. - July 26, 2012 - LCG Consulting
Shoals Technologies Group Raises the Bar, Becoming First Balance of Systems Supplier to Receive ETL Certification to UL9703 for 1000V PV Harnesses
Shoals Technologies Group (“Shoals”), the global leader in Balance of System components, proudly announces it has received ETL certification to UL9703 standards for 1000V PV Harnesses. These listed PV harnesses utilize the Shoals Interconnect ™ System, which has been an integral... - July 25, 2012 - Shoals Technologies Group
GRRO International Eclipses One Million Pounds of Shipped Relief Supplies in Less Than Three Months
GRRO International began matching US surplus with millions of needy recipients worldwide in May and has already eclipsed a million pounds of shipped materials to US and international recipients. GRRO partners with dozens of non-profit organizations to match client surplus materials (FF&E) with those targeted recipients. GRRO clients include higher education institutions, K-12 education facilities, medical facilities, large and small corporations, federal and state government and many others. - July 25, 2012 - GRRO International
Solar Training in Plano on August 20 - Meets NABCEP Requirements
ONTILITY Solar Training Tour Comes to The Metroplex in August - July 25, 2012 - ONTILITY
McDonnell Group Names Paige Besson Executive Vice President
Veteran energy marketing executive becomes managing director as founder Don McDonnell moves to CEO. - July 25, 2012 - The McDonnell Group
Letter Agreement Between N-Viro International and Power Generation Plant
The Agreement identifies parameters for commercialization of the N-Viro Fuel™ technology and incentivizes the power generator’s investment by entering into a twenty year N-Viro Fuel™ purchase agreement. - July 25, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
LifeSpan Announces Participation on Solid State Drive Task Force
LifeSpan announced that company President Dag Adamson is a founding member of a task force formed by NAID (National Association for Information Destruction) to study Solid State Drive (SSD) data destruction. The task force is to be composed of industry professionals and technical experts and will... - July 24, 2012 - LifeSpan
GoodPawsGoodCause.org Helps Charities “Speak” with Personalized T-Shirts
Now pet parents can give their dog or cat a voice and let them “speak” for the cause they care about. With Good Paws Good Cause personalized Fur A Home™, Fur A Cure®, and Fur The Earth™ T-Shirts , customers can add their pet’s photo, name or breed to the back of any shirt with $5.00 being donated to Good Paws Good Cause charities. In addition, local organizations can work directly with Good Paws Good Cause to create their own fundraising effort. - July 24, 2012 - Good Paws Good Cause, LLC
“Boroughs”-Area Communities Receive State Funding for New Park System
Four neighboring municipalities are collaborating on a plan to promote open space. - July 23, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Kiran Awarded as the Highest Exporter of White Diamonds from India IDCA
Kiran Gems Private Limited had been awarded as the Highest Exporter of white Diamonds from India by Indian Diamond and Color-stone Association (IDCA), for its excellent export performance in the previous fiscal - July 23, 2012 - Kiran Gems
Expanding Again: ENVIRO-VAC® a Hazardous Materials Abatement Company with Head Offices in Surrey, British Columbia Announces Opening of New Office in Calgary, Alberta
The opening of an ENVIRO-VAC® Hazardous Materials Abatement office in Calgary, Alberta comes on the heels of a recent office opening in Washington, USA. The ENVIRO-VAC® Calgary office will function under the direction of Russell Gustafson, an environmental veteran with more than 20 years of knowledge and experience. This will continue Enviro-Vac’s expansion of environmental contracting services throughout the West. - July 21, 2012 - Enviro-Vac
Getting the Green Deal Done: Key REC Contract Terms, Definitions, and Project Developer Tips
Join experts from the trading, marketing, and renewable energy developer sectors as they describe the ins and outs of contracts for Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). - July 21, 2012 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
UtiliSave LLC. Releases Computers Off Computers on COCO Product to Enhance a Company’s Green Initiatives
In response to increasing efforts towards incorporating energy efficient products into business operations in the workplace, UtiliSave LLC., a leader in forensic bill auditing services, and a company that is expanding its operation into energy efficiency tools and services, has announced the availability of Computers Off Computers On – COCO, a server-based software program that automatically turns computer workstations off and on when not in use and tracks the KWH costs and energy savings. - July 21, 2012 - UtiliSave LLC.
Broadview Energy Announces Approval of 18MW Wind Contract with Farmers’ Electric Cooperative
Broadview Energy and its wholly owned subsidiary, Broadview Energy Prime announced the approval by the Farmers' Electric Cooperative Board of a Qualifying Facilities wind contract to purchase the output of an 18 MW wind farm to be constructed in Curry County, NM by the end of 2012. - July 21, 2012 - National Renewable Solutions
Green Alternative Systems is Hiring Technician for CNG Conversions in Chino, CA
Alternative Systems has just announced that the company has a position open for technicians that specialize in CNG conversions. - July 21, 2012 - Green Alternative Systems
U.S. Gas & Electric Reaches 200,000 Customers
U.S. Gas & Electric has successfully reached 200,000 customers. This increase doubles the organization’s customer base since last year. - July 21, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Purchase Price Agreement with Palm Coast, FL for Biosolids Management
N-Viro International announces a new purchase price agreement through its wholly owned subsidiary Florida N-Viro. - July 21, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Solar Electric Supply Inc. Launches New Kyocera Solar Panels
Solar energy is a valuable resource to generate electricity. It is easily and abundantly available from nature. As it is a natural resource therefore the chances of polluting the air is negligible while converting it into electricity. - July 21, 2012 - Solar Electric Supply, Inc.
NW Navigator Luxury Coaches One of 2012’s Top Women-Owned Businesses
Northwest Navigator a Luxury Motorcoach Company is named One of 2012’s Top Women-Owned Businesses in Portland Oregon. - July 20, 2012 - Northwest Navigator Luxury Motorcoaches
Juice, Soft Drinks & Nectar Supply Chain to Meet in Istanbul
Magenta Global in cooperation with the Turkish Fruit Juice Industry Association (MEYED) is pleased to announce that the 3rd Juice, Nectar & Soft Drinks Summit 2012 will be held in Istanbul, Turkey on 3-4 September 2012. - July 20, 2012 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
ESA Renewables - Winner of First Annual Intersolar AWARD for Solar Projects in North America
ESA was presented the Intersolar AWARD for Solar Projects in recognition of its Martins Creek Elementary School Solar PV project which demonstrated strong innovation. - July 20, 2012 - ESA Renewables
Concho Valley Electric Co-op Modernizes Grid with Sensus FlexNet Utility Network
Upgraded infrastructure will lay foundation for dynamic pricing and DA applications. - July 20, 2012 - Sensus
Connecticut Company, Grillo Services, Expands Container Division
Purchases First Caterpillar Brand Roll-Off Truck Sold in Connecticut - July 20, 2012 - Grillo Services
Shoals Technologies' MultiLink™ Junction Box Becomes the Only Dual-Certified Universal PV Interface
Shoals Technologies Group, the global leader in photovoltaic OEM and balance of systems components proudly announces UL certification to 3703 from Underwriters Laboratories for the MultiLink™ junction box. With this certification the MultiLink™ junction box gains dual certification... - July 19, 2012 - Shoals Technologies Group
All-New FARO Laser Tracker Vantage, a Revolution in Laser Tracker Design, Delivers Elite Performance in a Remarkably Compact Package
FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement technology, today announced the Vantage, a true laser tracker that combines disruptive new features and a supremely portable design. Enhancements like SmartFind, MultiView and integrated Wi-Fi® expedite measurement. - July 19, 2012 - FARO Business Technologies India (P) Ltd.
Energy Advantage Inc. Complies with CICA 5970 Certification for Sixth Year in a Row
Energy Advantage Inc., a global leader in providing total energy and environmental management services, complied for the sixth year in a row with the Canadian government’s strict Section 5970 of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA). - July 19, 2012 - Energy Advantage Inc.
ElectraTherm Completes Demonstration at University of Alaska
UAF Alaska Center for Energy & Power estimates that one Green Machine can generate more than 413,000 kWh/year with 24/7 daily operation. - July 19, 2012 - ElectraTherm, Inc.
GEF Institute Offers Sustainability Certification for Career Tech/Votech Students
Online Certification Program Prepares Students for the New Green Economy - July 19, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Triveni Turbine Limited (TTL), Market Leader in Steam Turbines Up to 30 MW, Today Announced Its Performance for the First Quarter Ended 30th June 2012
Q1 FY 13 income from operations (net) at Rs. 111 crore; PBT at Rs. 25.8 crore with a margin of 23.1%; PAT at Rs. 17.4 crore at a margin of 15.6%, an increase of 2.4% q-o-q. - July 19, 2012 - Triveni
GreenPowerMonitor Opens Offices in India and Consolidates Its Internationalization
The Spanish multinational has opened two offices, one in Mumbai and another in New Delhi, in order to support the monitoring and energy management of photovoltaic plants throughout the country. India currently has an installed PV capacity of 600MW and is a market with enormous growth potential. - July 19, 2012 - GreenPowerMonitor
Valet Waste Names Martin Taylor VP of National Partnerships and Strategic Business Development
Tampa, FL headquartered Valet Waste added Martin Taylor as Vice President of National Partnerships and Strategic Business Development. Based in Atlanta, Martin will be responsible for managing National portfolio clients for Valet Waste. A multifamily housing industry veteran and National Apartment... - July 18, 2012 - Valet Waste
ICLEI Releases Green Business Challenge Web App for Cities
Innovative new application helps local governments run a friendly competition for their business communities, saving millions in energy costs and following leads of Chicago, Houston, 8 others - July 18, 2012 - ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability USA
12th Annual Indian Country Affordable Housing & Economic Development Conference Coming Soon
Theme is “Building Healthy Communities,” Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills to share his story. - July 18, 2012 - Travois Holdings, Inc.
Catamount Consulting to Host MSHA Alternative Case Resolution Workshop August 21-23, 2012
The Alternative Case Resolution workshop provides mine operators and their representatives the skills necessary to participate in the ACRI process without outside legal representation. - July 18, 2012 - Catamount Consulting, LLC
Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph Feature Waste King
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, followed up being mentioned in The Sunday Times’ Appointments section on 15th July with being featured in the Business section of the Daily Telegraph on 16th July. - July 18, 2012 - Waste King
Apollo Energy Assists Businesses Cutting Commercial Energy Costs Ahead of UK’s Proposed Energy Network Investment
Energy brokers Apollo Energy are working with UK businesses to help them reduce their commercial energy costs – ahead of an expected rise in the cost of annual energy bills. - July 18, 2012 - Apollo Energy
Florida DEP Renews Florida N-Viro Permit to Operate
Florida N-Viro receives a five year permit to operate from the Florida DEP. - July 18, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Solar Training for PV Installers in Denver on October 1 - Meets N.A.B.C.E.P. Requirements
ONTILITY Solar Training Tour Comes to the Mile High City in October - July 18, 2012 - ONTILITY
World’s First IT Carbon Footprinting SaaS Service Launched
New approach means organisations can accurately target and manage their IT carbon footprint - July 16, 2012 - CO2High Limited
Time is Right for Tennesseans to Add Solar Panels
Sign up before TVA implements changes to their solar incentive program - July 14, 2012 - LightWave Solar
Global Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage Summit Announced Its 3rd Annual Conference in Beijing
The 1st Asia-based CCUS initiative, “Global Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Summit” (GCCUSS) to hold its 3rd conference during 22nd-23rd August, in Beijing, China. - July 14, 2012 - Asian Coalition for Climate and Energy
CALLAHEAD Corporation Releases Explicit Details of Design and Operation of Portable Water and Sewer System They Invented Decades Ago for the Portable Sanitation Industry
CALLAHEAD Corp., an innovative portable sanitation company in New York City, reveals details about their proprietary Portable Water and Sewer System, which enables construction and office trailer users to have a complete bathroom operate inside their trailer, without the need for a sewer connection or running water. - July 13, 2012 - CALLAHEAD Portable Toilets
REMA Commends the CFTC's Ruling on the Swap Definition for Nonfinancial Commodities
Renewable energy trade association praises the inclusion of RECs in the forward contract exclusion. - July 13, 2012 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
New LED Bay Light with Patented Advanced Heat Dissipation Technologies for Longer Life
The new GlacialLight GL-BL220-CW Bay Light is bright enough to light big spaces, with bright natural light, but offers very low energy and maintenance costs. This light's patented advancd heat dissipation technology provides for longer life of 35,000 hours or more. - July 13, 2012 - GlacialTech Inc
International Banks Appoint SgurrEnergy to Advise on £750m Offshore Wind Farm
Scottish-based renewable energy consultancy, SgurrEnergy, has been selected as lender’s technical and environmental advisor to an international banking consortium for the £750m Lincs offshore wind farm. The high profile project, which is in construction, will comprise 75 Siemens... - July 13, 2012 - SgurrEnergy
SgurrEnergy Supports Mongolia’s First Wind Farm Through Construction
Construction has commenced on Mongolia’s first wind farm this month, with Scottish-based renewable energy consultancy, SgurrEnergy, mobilising personnel to live on site to support and guide the project through construction. The $100m (USD) Salkhit project, comprising 31 GE wind turbines,... - July 13, 2012 - SgurrEnergy
The Contract with New Smyrna Beach, Florida to Deliver Quality Services
N-Viro International enters into a new contract in Florida as part of an overall strategy to incease market share and add to the bottom line. - July 13, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Weatherist.com Announces the Development of Mobile App
Weatherist.com is in the development phase of their mobile app which will accompany their new website. - July 13, 2012 - Weatherist.com
Portland Business Journal Names NW Navigator Luxury Coaches as One of 2012’s 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies
Northwest Navigator a Luxury Motorcoach Company is named as one of the fastest growing private companies in Portland, OR. - July 12, 2012 - Northwest Navigator Luxury Motorcoaches