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Forward Thinking Student Association Kicks Off School Year with a Sustainable Bang
Electronic Recycling Association and the Kwantlen Student Association offer responsible disposal of e-waste. - September 17, 2015 - Electronic Recycling Association
Hazmat Training Comes to Spartanburg
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, presents RCRA and DOT training in Spartanburg, South Carolina. - September 16, 2015 - Environmental Resource Center
Apex Companies Appoints Brian Burke as Chief Financial Officer
Apex Companies, LLC – a leading energy, water resources and environmental consulting and engineering firm – named Brian Burke, its former Vice President of Corporate Development, as its new Chief Financial Officer. Brian brings over 30 years of financial management experience spanning... - September 16, 2015 - Apex Companies, LLC
Xylem Announces Partnership with Rentricity for Hydroelectric Energy Generation
New technology turns waste energy from water pressure into electricity. - September 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.
Innovative Solutions New Installation Solves Mold Issue with Indoor Oregon Cannabis Grower
Innovative Solutions, a microbial and pathogen sanitization specialist for the cannabis industry, today announced it has secured a new contract to install The Sanitization Technology with an Indoor Grower in Oregon customer, to combat a heavy mold issue. Gary Mancini, Co-Founder of Innovative... - September 15, 2015 - Innovative Solutions
Soyplus® NullaFlame™ Environmentally Friendly Fire Suppressant
Fires result in billions in property losses, and more importantly, over thousands of deaths each year. NullaFlame™ takes safety seriously and is designed to knock out fires permanently without all the dangerous chemicals used in traditional dry chemical fire extinguishing agents. - September 15, 2015 - New Composite Partners
Urgent: Funding Needed to Save the Wildlife Center at Crosstimbers Ranch
The Wildlife Center at Crosstimbers Ranch (WCCR), a 501(c) 3 non-profit wildlife rescue organization, needs immediate funding to pay off its property or risk closing its doors. “We are currently able to maintain our daily operations but we do not have enough to take on a mortgage or buy the... - September 15, 2015 - Crosstimbers Ranch Wildlife Center
Centurion Terminals Breaks Ground on Processing and Storage Facility at Port of Brownsville
The Port of Brownsville welcomed its new tenant, Centurion Terminals (www.CenturionTerminals.com), at the company’s groundbreaking Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015. Centurion Terminals, LLC is a premier provider of crude transportation, storage and processing. With its strategically located crude terminals in the Permian Basin and along the Gulf Coast at the Port of Brownsville, Centurion is able to offer a full crude logistics solution. - September 14, 2015 - Centurion Terminals, LLC
Nicole Forrester, CEO and President of Leading Hawaiian NGO Commended as a "Local Female Leader" by the Islands Society
This month, the Islands Society is pleased to announce Nicole Forrester as a "Local Female Leader" for her work promoting community well-being in the Pacific Islands through partnerships in education. - September 14, 2015 - Islands Society
Heyl & Patterson to Host Lab Facility Tour for Activated Carbon
Heyl & Patterson Inc. of Carnegie, PA, USA manufactures equipment for the production of activated carbon, and will demonstrate this process at its pilot plant testing lab facility on Thursday, September 17. - September 12, 2015 - Heyl & Patterson Inc.
Record Breaking Year of Growth for East African Power Industry Convention in Nairobi
The 17th edition of the East African Power Industry Convention or EAPIC that took place in Nairobi last month more than doubled its attendance numbers and proved again why it is the longest running power show in the region. “We offered several new features to EAPIC this year, including a new... - September 12, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Free Webinar Launches EcoBlu Analyst2.0 Environmental Big Data Tool
Trout Headwaters, Inc. just announced that they are offering a free webinar September 22, 2015 to officially launch EcoBlu Analyst2.0 , the cloud-based Big Data efficiency tool designed for environmental professionals. Register at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/8079635121560461314 The EcoBlu... - September 12, 2015 - Trout Headwaters, Inc.
Boston Area Company Pioneering Low Impact Organic and Chemical Free Pest Control
Environmental Health Services, Inc. donates a first ever organic bedbug treatment to Cambridge homeless shelter. - September 12, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
SunSpec Alliance Receives California Grant to Study and Deploy Communication Standards for Smart Solar Plus Storage with SolarCity
The SunSpec Alliance today announced with SolarCity that it has signed a final grant agreement and received a $2 million grant award from the California Energy Commission (CEC), plus another $2 million in match funding from industry partners. The total of $4 million will fund a study and field demonstration to investigate the application of interoperable smart inverters, solar PV, and storage to enhance grid stability. - September 12, 2015 - SunSpec.org
Hazmat Training Comes to Cary
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, presents RCRA, DOT, and HAZWOPER refresher training in Cary, North Carolina. - September 10, 2015 - Environmental Resource Center
Hazmat Training Comes to San Antonio
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, presents RCRA and DOT training in San Antonio, Texas. - September 10, 2015 - Environmental Resource Center
MillionDogsClub Launches New Social Website That Offers a Creative and Meaningful Way to Donate to Dogs in Need
Today MillionDogsClub.com launched the first ever 1,000,000 dogs club. The goal of the MillionDogsClub is to create a unique community of dog lovers and raise awareness around the growing epidemic of animal cruelty by donating to organizations that help dogs who suffer and die every year due to negligence and abuse. - September 10, 2015 - MillionDogsClub
A New Brand of Textile Recycling, 2ReWear Comes Online with Fashion House Nice Laundry
Approximately 30 billion pounds of textiles are generated in the U.S. each year and 85% of those textiles are thrown out. The average American trashes 81 pounds of textiles each year, which equates to 25 billion pounds of textiles sent to landfills annually. Current textile recycling efforts in the U.S. only capture 15% of what could have recycled. The need to close the loop on textiles and post-consumer waste has never been greater. 2ReWear closes the loop on textile waste. - September 10, 2015 - 2ReWear
UltraCella Completes CAREL Range for Coldrooms
CAREL’S Upgradeable Modular Platform Heralds New Generation of Controls - September 10, 2015 - CAREL UK Ltd
SGS New Webinar - BRC/IoP Issue 5: An Overview of Key Requirements and Benefits
The aim of the webinar is to inform all users of the standard what the primary differences are in Issue 5 of the BRC Packaging Standard. Agenda -Introduction to SGS -Overview of the Standard -Changes -Protocol -Additional Voluntary Modules -Next Steps -Q&A Background The BRC published issue... - September 10, 2015 - SGS
SGS Webinar - A New Approach to Risk Management: Safe Integration of RPAS Into Civil Airspace & Civil Operations
This webinar will outline the challenges and risks posed by the integration of RPAS. - September 10, 2015 - SGS
SolarCraft Warns Homeowners, It Pays to Own Your Solar Panels, Not Lease Them; Take Ownership of Your Solar Power, Don’t Rent It
The solar lease has made going solar possible for many Americans, but many are unaware of the long-term implications of the financial structure for homeowners and the industry. Giving up ownership means giving up a big share of the profits of going solar, and it means more expensive solar for homeowners. - September 09, 2015 - SolarCraft
SGS New Webinar - FSSC Packaging: Overview of Requirements, Suitability and Benefits for Your Business
The aim of the webinar is to familiarise our customers of the change from PAS 223 to ISO/TS22003-4:2013, and how this applies to the FSSC Packaging standard. - September 09, 2015 - SGS
Acclaimed Filmmakers Bring Their Latest to Horse & Film Fans in Big Sky Country
Celebrated filmmakers Horsefly Films will be in attendance as they bring their acclaimed films to the spiritual home of the horse in America. The films Path To Glory and Of Gods And Kings will screen at the University Center Theater as part of the Equus International Film Festival— Path To... - September 08, 2015 - Horsefly Films
DRC Mining Community Embraces the DRC Mining Industry Awards in Kinshasa
The mining industry in DRC will once again honour its top industry leaders and projects at the DRC Mining Industry Awards that will take place at a high-level gala dinner during the iPAD DRC Mining & Infrastructure Indaba on Wednesday, 15 October in Kinshasa. Impressive industry support The... - September 08, 2015 - iPAD DRC
Relaunching Nigeria as a Great Mining Destination
Nigeria’s mining sector presents incredible opportunities for both the private and public sectors, given the country’s vast natural resources and the current drop in oil prices. The upcoming iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum in Abuja this November is regarded as a long overdue strategic... - September 08, 2015 - iPAD Nigeria Mining Forum
Innovative Solutions Announces Contract with Massachusetts Medical Cannabis Grower
Innovative Solutions, a microbial and pathogen sanitization specialist for the cannabis industry today announced it has secured a contract to design and install state-of-the-art Sanitization Technology air & surface purification technology throughout their customer’s 50,000 Sf cannabis... - September 07, 2015 - Innovative Solutions
Hot Mix Asphalt Pothole Repairs on Demand Offers Privatized Contract Services in Chicago
Eliminates Cold Patch and debris with permanent, durable and rubberized patches even in below zero weather. - September 05, 2015 - Hot Mix Asphalt On Demand
E-Cycling Offered to Long Weekend Shoppers at CrossIron Mills
Electronic Recycling Association and CrossIron Mills partner to offer the public secure and responsible disposal of unwanted electronic equipment over the Labour Day long weekend. - September 04, 2015 - Electronic Recycling Association
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Announces New Incentives Program for Fleet Propane Conversions
Chino, CA fleet propane conversions company Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced Ohio has reintroduced their incentives program which rebates companies that undergo industrial gas to CNG conversions. Ohio Staterep David Hall said - September 04, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Green Alternative Systems Announces Public Fueling Station Opened by TruStar in Houston
Industrial CNG conversion specialist Green Alternative Systems (GAS) have announced that more fueling stations will be popping up across the United States in order to to make industrial CNG conversions well worth the investment for fleet-based businesses. - September 04, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Be a Better Recycler in One Easy Step: RecycleCoach
This Labor Day, RecycleCoach.com can help people be better recyclers by registering for free collection and schedule change notifications. - September 03, 2015 - RecycleCoach
Controversial Invasive Aquatic Plant Species is Subject of New Mystery Thriller Novel
The State of California spent millions of dollars to eradicate it from its clogged waterways; it has been analyzed and studied for use as a biomass in renewable fuels; in 2013 the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Federal Regulatory Announcement and adopted certain... - September 03, 2015 - T.L. Seacliff
RVE.SOL’s Patent-Pending Award and Recent Investment Round Aims to Launch "Minigrids" Into the Mainstream
Social Enterprise RVE.SOL is awarded worldwide patent-pending status for its unique solution KUDURA, with further foreign investment backing the idea of minigrids and signaling the industry to change its approach to sustainable development. - September 03, 2015 - RVE.SOL
Schneider Electric Delivers Avantis Asset Health and Performance Monitoring Software at EDF Norte Fluminense Power Plant
One of the world’s leading utilities expands use of Avantis® PRiSM predictive asset analytics software to Brazil plant for improved operations and maintenance. - September 03, 2015 - Schneider Electric
Apex Companies Acquires ALTUS Environmental
Apex Companies, LLC – a leading energy, water resources and environmental consulting and engineering firm – announced that it has acquired ALTUS Environmental, a multi-disciplinary consulting firm, based in Colorado, that provides environmental compliance, geologic, and professional... - September 02, 2015 - Apex Companies, LLC
Hazmat Training Comes to Columbus
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Columbus, Ohio. - September 02, 2015 - Environmental Resource Center
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Power Endorses the West African Power Industry Convention as Forum Returns to Lagos in November
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Power has enthusiastically endorsed the West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC), taking place at the Eko Hotel in Lagos from 24-25 November. Nigeria’s Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Power, Ambassador Dr Godknows B. Igali, says, “The... - September 02, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria
Leading Sustainability Firm, greeNEWit, Offers Assistance Implementing the New HUD Utility Allowance Methodology Requirements
New HUD Utility Allowance Requirements Present an Opportunity for Multifamily Properties to Maximize Rental Income. - September 01, 2015 - greeNEWit
Non-Profit Launches Educational Initiative Empowering Educators in the Pacific Islands
The Islands Society launches the first regional "Islands in the Classroom" program focusing on educators in the Pacific region. - September 01, 2015 - Islands Society
A-Round Initial Closing and Pricing for Helio Energia Announced
Helio Energia Holdings SA, and its Brazilian affiliate, Helio Projetos em Energia Renovavel Ltda ("Helio" or the "Company"), a Brazilian solar services provider that develops and finances solar systems for commercial and industrial customers, is pleased to announce it has... - August 31, 2015 - Helio Energias Renovaveis
ToolHound Announces Webinar Training Series on Tool and Equipment Management Applications
ToolHound Tuesday is a free webinar designed to inform attendees about ToolHound 5 solutions and applications. - August 30, 2015 - ToolHound Inc.
KenGen Scores Double Win at the East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company or KenGen scored a double win at the inaugural East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi on Thursday evening when the utility won the Outstanding Clean Power Award and also took top place in the Excellence in Power Generation category. Other popular... - August 30, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Leading International Nonprofit Launches Innovative Initiative to Support Educators in Island Communities
The Islands Society launches global initiative aimed at empowering educators creating K-12 curricula developed by and for island communities. - August 29, 2015 - Islands Society
E-Cycling, Data Destruction and Chance to Win New Tech Arrive at Chinook Centre
Electronic Recycling Association and Chinook Centre partner to offer the public secure and responsible disposal of unwanted electronic equipment and complimentary hard drive shredding. - August 28, 2015 - Electronic Recycling Association
Navrattan Infra Pvt. Ltd. to Introduce the Latest Technology in Construction & Infrastructure Development in India
India is a developing country and is indeed making conscious and honest efforts to make it the most infrastructural developed country in the world. The government of India has been trying hard to build such structures which would complement the world wide infrastructure. The major constructions... - August 28, 2015 - Navrattan Blue Crete Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Fiction Contest to Write-Away Ocean Trash
The Ocean Trash Write-away Short Fiction Contest challenges writers 25 and under to dream up a cleanup of our ocean and the systems that pollute them with heroes who will inspire scientists. Sponsored by Sapiens Plurum, Arizona State University's Center for Science & the Imagination, the Ocean Conservancy and Talk Like a Pirate. - August 27, 2015 - Sapiens Plurum
Large, High-Level South African Electro-Technical Delegation at EAPIC Energy Forum in Nairobi This Week
The South African Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC) will be leading a delegation of 25 companies to the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) in Nairobi this week. This is more than double the number of companies that the SAEEC led to EAPIC last year and was made possible by the... - August 27, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Solar Energy Industry Adding Middle-Class Jobs to Colorado's Economy, Says EcoMark Solar
Denver-based EcoMark Solar is adding staff along Colorado's Front Range. - August 26, 2015 - EcoMark Solar
EMLab P&K Releases Zip Code-Based Mold Lab Report for Mold Testing in Nevada
MoldRANGE Local Climate report is now available to help mold testing professionals in Nevada. Mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the state. EMLab P&K offers Local Climate reports across entire contiguous U.S. - August 24, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory