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Relieve Back-to-School Stress at Sheldrake Environmental Center
Simply being in nature has a calming effect on people of all ages. Sheldrake offers plenty of opportunities for individuals and families to spend time in nature. This back-to-school season, making more trips to Sheldrake could mean making fewer trips to the doctor’s office. - August 28, 2012 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Elk Environmental Services Recognized Again
Named in the Top 200 Environmental Firms by ENR Magazine - August 28, 2012 - Elk Environmental Services
Florida Institute of Technology (FIT) Partners with FL-CAN to Extend List of Lab Network and IP Opportunities
Florida Institute of Technology (FIT) has joined many other Universities in adding their Intellectual Property (IP) and Lab Facilities to the resource catalogs created by the Florida Cleantech Acceleration Network (FL-CAN). The FL-CAN program also offers services that include market assessment,... - August 26, 2012 - Florida Cleantech Acceleration Network (FL-CAN)
Retail Energy Provider ENCOA Enters Illinois Residential Markets with "Electricity Supply for a Year" Sweepstakes
ENCOA (Energy Company of America), a retail energy provider headquartered in Houston, Texas, has expanded residential and commercial electricity service into the ComEd service region of Illinois. To celebrate the launch, ENCOA is offering customers the chance to win up to $1,000 in electricity... - August 25, 2012 - ENCOA (Energy Company of America)
Qatar Public Works Authority and IQPC Launch the ITS and Road Safety Forum Qatar
Effectively integrating Intelligent Transport Systems and safety measures to enable smarter use of transport networks. - August 25, 2012 - IQPC Middle East
Fabric Structures and Storage Solutions- Top 5 Things to Consider
Industry expert and General Manager of "Cameron Construction Services Ltd.," Tim Nash, offers his insight as to what the most important factors are when choosing the proper structure for your building needs and requirements. - August 24, 2012 - Cameron Construction Services
Waste King Expands Its CSR Strategy to Support Medical Detection Dogs
Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has recently expanded its corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy by pledging to give 30 per cent of its business turnover in one day to Medical Detection Dogs. This pledge is in addition to its continuing practical and monetary support for other charities. - August 24, 2012 - Waste King
Australian Energy Sector at Forefront of Modernisation Utilities Worldwide at a Strategic Crossroad: Highlighting the Need for 21st Century Smart Grid
Australia, having set an ambitious national target of renewable sources supplying 20% of its electricity by 2020, is at the forefront of modernisation. The utility industry must modernise: but how to do so is not entirely clear. The 10th Annual Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand is the region’s largest conference and exhibition gathering electricity retailers, distributors and water utilities from throughout the region in Melbourne from 20-22 November to discuss these challenges. - August 24, 2012 - Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand
eCO2 Greetings Announce 15,400 Trees Now Planted Globally, Thanks to Corporate E cards
eCO2 Greetings, a leading corporate E cards supplier, has announced that they have now facilitated the planting of 15,400 trees worldwide through their corporate holiday ecard replantation pledge. Reforestation projects are essential to the future of the global environment, as deforestation from... - August 24, 2012 - Eco2Greetings Limited
PowerMatching City, the First Total-Concept Smart Grid Project, Explained at T&D/Smart Grids Europe
The world’s first total-concept smart grid project, the PowerMatching City in the Netherlands, will be explained at the upcoming Transmission & Distribution/Smart Grids Europe in Amsterdam in October. The event forms part of Metering, Billing/CRM Europe which will gather some 6500 utility... - August 24, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution/Smart Grids Europe
Clean Energy Yorkshire Completes Unique Solar Installation at Knaresborough Car Finance Business
A leading Yorkshire renewable energy installer can claim a first for a scheme it has completed at a business in Knaresborough. - August 24, 2012 - Clean Energy (Yorkshire) Ltd
N-Viro International Meets Navy Representatives
N-Viro International meets with Navy representatives during Toledo Navy Week. - August 24, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Alpha Integrates ReliOn Fuel Cell Technology Into Hybrid Power System Test Facility
Alpha Energy, an innovator in renewable energy solutions, is integrating the ReliOn E-2500™ fuel cell system into its state-of-the-art Hybrid Power System (HPS) Test Facilityin Bellingham, WA. The HPS Test Facility simulates demanding off-grid environments and provides test engineers an... - August 24, 2012 - Alpha Technologies
New Portable Fuel Tank Cleaning System by ALGAE-X International, the TK 240-XT
Most engine performance problems start in the tank and the root of the issue lies in the condition of your fuel. If your system is not operating at its peak potential, learn about your system issues and discover how to obtain reliability. - August 24, 2012 - AXI International
Smart Grids Land in Malaysia Demand Sees Increases in Energy Consumption Over the Next Five Years
Within Asia, Malaysia is starting to take the lead in Smart Grid investments and developments, states Nadine Zrinzo, the Programme Manager of Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia 2012. Taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 18-19 September, this 7th edition of the conference and exhibition will gather leading Asian utilities, regulators and ministries as well as service providers to discuss the latest transmission, distribution and smart grid developments in the region. - August 24, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
New CEO/President of Malaysian Utility Giant TNB Confirmed for Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia 2012
The new CEO of Malaysia’s largest utility provider has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for this year’s Transmission & Distribution/ Smart Grids Asia to be held in Kuala Lumpur in September. Dato Azman Mohd, the newly instated CEO and President of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia, will deliver his first keynote address at this year’s event. - August 24, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
Clean Technology Council Hosts Workshop on Interactive Websites
September 4th event "How Your Internet Presence Can Contribute to a Green Economy" will focus on creating a dialogue with customers and increasing sales. - August 23, 2012 - Clean Technology Council
Circular Energy Installs Nearly Half of a Megawatt of Solar Panels on Apartment Complexes in Dallas-Fort Worth
DFW Apartments Go Green with the Help of Rebates and Grant Program - August 23, 2012 - Circular Energy
Aqua-Pure, Select Energy Join Forces
Joint venture will be formidable player in shale gas wastewater solutions. - August 23, 2012 - Fountain Quail
A New Dimmable 50 Watt LED Panel Light with Driver from GlacialLight, the GL-PL0606AD
The 50 watt GL-PL0606AD Dimmable Panel Light replaces traditional area lighting products in commercial applications, and cuts power and maintenance costs with its highly efficient long-life LED. - August 23, 2012 - GlacialTech Inc
Advanced Analytical Characterisation Seminar for the Chemical Industry
Research giants launch a seminar on “Advanced Analytical Characterisation Seminar for the Chemical Industry” to promote the education and dissemination of advanced characterisation techniques relevant to the chemicals and pharmaceuticals industry. - August 23, 2012 - Science and Engineering Research Institutes
LifeSpan Earns a Spot in the Inc. 500|5000 for the Third Year in a Row
LifeSpan Ranks No.1856 on the 2012 Inc. 500|5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 149% - August 22, 2012 - LifeSpan
Michael Rega Chosen as Guest Lecturer at Pepperdine University Doctoral Program
Ecliptic Consulting Group (ECG) announces Michael Rega has been selected as a guest lecturer at the prestigious Pepperdine University Doctoral Program. - August 22, 2012 - Ecliptic Consulting Group
A Shade Greener and JA Solar Holdings Co Ltd Sign £50M Solar Deal
A Shade Greener, the UK's leading installer of Free Solar Panels, has signed a £50M supply deal with one of the world's largest producers of Solar Cells, JA Solar Holdings Co Ltd of Shanghai. Despite further cuts to the FIT Tariffs that came into effect on 1st August, A Shade Greener is... - August 22, 2012 - A Shade Greener
N-Viro International Receives Continuation of Purchase Order Valued at $1.3 Million
N-Viro International Corporation (NVIC: PK) receives a one year purchase order continuation for the transport, treatment and utilization of biosolids from Toho Water Authority (TWA). The initial purchase order between Florida N-Viro LP, a wholly owned subsidiary of N-Viro International and Toho... - August 21, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Sempra Utilities/SDG&E - Galvanized Towers That Blend Into the Terrain
Sempra Utilities/SDG&E contracted with Natina Products, LLC of Thermal, CA to "stain" 10 huge lattice transmission towers on the Sunrise Powerlink Transmission Project. Their product, Natina Steel, creates a rustic brown finish on galvanized surfaces without harming the protection offered by the galvanized layer. The unique mottled appearance created by Natina Steel created a camoflage like affect rendering these towers virtually invisible. Local residents couldn't be happier. - August 21, 2012 - Natina Desert Varnish Solutions
GEF Institute Offers Discount for Online, On-Demand Course on Water and Sustainability
New Course Explores Key Issues Related to the Global Water Crisis and Conservation Strategies - August 19, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
A*Star Institute of Microelectronics and Huawei Announce Joint Effort to Develop 2.5d/3d Technology
A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (IME) and Futurewei Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Huawei), have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) to develop and advance Through Silicon Interposer (TSI) technology. The two organizations will collaborate on advanced... - August 18, 2012 - Science and Engineering Research Institutes
African Utility Week Returns to Cape Town as New Event Director Joins Team
The annual African Utility Week conference and exhibition has solidified its reputation as the continent’s largest exhibition for utilities and large industrial end users with record visitor and exhibitor numbers. Eskom CEO Brian Dames’ opening address at the event, which took place at... - August 18, 2012 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
GEF Institute’s Green Building Education Prepares Career Tech (CTE) Students for Green Jobs
Institute’s Green Construction Course Adopted for New Jersey’s Green Program of Study - August 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and American Standard Launch Sustainable Water Challenge
Free Program Educates K-12 Students on Water Sustainability Issues and Conservation Strategies - August 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Oldcastle Precast Supplies Super Girders for New Appleway Bridge
Oldcastle Precast - Central Pre-Mix Prestress Co. Supplies New Generation Super Girders for Spokane River Appleway Bridge - August 17, 2012 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc
N-Viro International Extends Line of Credit Agreement
N-Viro International renewed for an additional 12 months its $400,000 commercial line of credit with Monroe Bank and Trust. - August 17, 2012 - N-Viro International Corp
Renewables Visionary Speaks at Solar Energy Africa in Cape Town in September
The internationally renowned renewable energy expert, Christine Wörlen, is delivering the keynote address at the upcoming Clean Power Africa conference and exhibition in Cape Town in September. - August 17, 2012 - Solar Energy Africa
Webinar: New ISO 22301 for Business Continuity
SGS presents the complimentary webinar "New ISO 22301 for Business Continuity" on September 4, 2012. The presenter is Mr. Louis Lu – SGS - IT Risk Management & Certification Services Global Product Manager. He was first appointed by the ISO, listed in the ISMS Expert Roster, and an IRCA registered BCMS lead tutor and lead auditor. - August 17, 2012 - SGS
TAG Oil Reports 102% Increase in Production Revenue, Strong Balance Sheet, and Provides Operations Update
TAG Oil's 1Q2013 interim financial statements have been filed and indicate increases in production revenue and operating cash flow. For additional information please visit TAG Oil's website athttp://www.tagoil.com/. - August 16, 2012 - TAG Oil Ltd.
Stevens Researcher Wins Prestigious NSF Special Creativity Award
NSF awards Dr. Sukhishvili the Special Creativity Award for innovative research on multilayer films. - August 16, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
DNV KEMA Expands Management with Addition of Russ Perkins as Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales
Experienced global sales professional joins leading energy consulting firm’s Americas’ Division. - August 16, 2012 - DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability
Heyl & Patterson Signs Alliance Agreement with Torrefy Corporation
Heyl & Patterson Inc. of Pittsburgh, PA and Torrefy Corporation of Research Triangle Park, NC sign exclusive worldwide agreement to market biomass torrefaction systems to the alternative energy industry. - August 16, 2012 - Heyl & Patterson Inc.
Streamline Control Solutions Opens Grande Prairie Branch Office
Streamline opens new branch and designates Kelly O’Shea as Grande Prairie District Manager. - August 16, 2012 - Streamline Control Solutions
Graham Kerr Headlines AmpleHarvest Seattle Festival Which Will Provide Fresh Produce to Local Food Bank
Locally Grown Fresh Food to Become Increasingly Available to Food Bank Clients as AmpleHarvest.org, the Internet Solution to Hunger and Malnutrition, Comes to the Seattle Area. - August 15, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
New Webinar: Where Next for Sustainability Communications?
SGS invites you to attend the 45-minute complimentary webinar "Where Next for Sustainability Communications?" on 14 August 2012. - August 15, 2012 - SGS
Hydropower Africa in Cape Town to Focus on New Opportunities in Hydro Industries
The annual Hydropower Africa conference and exhibition in Cape Town in September will focus on new opportunities in the clean energy sectors such as retrofitting hydropower to current dams and helping the mining industry to use excess water to provide onsite power. - August 15, 2012 - Hydropower Africa
Award-Winning Bruss Landscaping Celebrates 60 Years in Business and a Legacy of Shaping the Home Landscape Industry
August 28, 2012 marks the 60th anniversary of Wheaton-Glen Ellyn contractor Bruss Landscaping - owned and operated by three generations of plantsmen. - August 15, 2012 - Bruss Landscaping, Inc.
Sven Dietrich Elected Vice Chair of the Technical Activities Committee of the IEEE
Dr. Sven Dietrich, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the Stevens Institute of Technology, has been elected Vice Chair for the IEEE Computer Society Technical Activities Committee. The Technical Activities Committee oversees the many task forces, technical committees, and technical councils of the Society. - August 15, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Ultrapure Technology Introduces New Specialty Cleanroom Supplies to Company Selection
Suwanee, Georgia-based cleanroom manufacturers Ultrapure Technology have announced that the organization has added several new products to their in-house selection of specialty cleanroom supplies. These new solutions have been introduced to the company catalogue in order to ensure that clientele... - August 15, 2012 - Ultrapure Technology
Ultrapure Technology Add to Company Inventory of Cleanroom Disinfectants
Leading cleanroom manufacturers and product suppliers Ultrapure Technology has just announced the addition of several new high performance products to their company inventory. The company will be now be supplying their clients across North America with the very best cleanroom disinfectants to... - August 15, 2012 - Ultrapure Technology
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Employees Connect with Massachusetts’ Schools
Company Demonstrates Commitment to Community and Sustainability with Grant to Green Education Foundation (GEF) - August 15, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
New Generator Proves in Public Demo It Can Cut Electricity Costs by 50% or More
A simple concept will dramatically reduce the cost of energy production worldwide. A small company, FTC Energy, Inc., solved a major problem associated with permanent magnet (PM) generators. That problem is cogging. Eliminate cogging and PM generators can produce more power than it takes to turn them. That fact was proven in a live public demo in Italy, TX on July 19th, 2012. - August 14, 2012 - FTC Energy, Inc
First Mineral Sold by Senior Joint Venture Partner
Inca Peruvian Mining Ltd. is pleased to announce that their senior joint venture partner has sold its first shipment of gold. The process used for extracting the gold is known as carbon in pulp (CIP). The ore is first dumped into a primary crusher hopper where it reduced to 1 inch then conveyed... - August 13, 2012 - Inca Peruvian Mining Ltd.