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BTEC to Create First Thermal Efficiency Test Method for Commercial Sized Biomass-Fired Boilers
Test protocol will fill a standards gap and consistently measure boiler heat energy from a range of biomass fuels. - July 31, 2015 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Eco Warrior Princess Celebrates 5th Birthday
Eco Warrior Princess, of the world's most celebrated ethical fashion blogs turns 5 years old. - July 30, 2015 - Eco Warrior Princess
Keta Foundation Granted Key Non-Profit Status
New North Carolina Non-Profit to Support Strategic Development Projects in Ghana - July 30, 2015 - Freedom University Keta
Donation Requests Pour in Despite Dry Spell in Equipment Donations for Local Non-Profit
Slow start to summer means long waitlist and unfulfilled donation requests for many Canadian charities. - July 30, 2015 - Electronic Recycling Association
High-Level Government and Industry Support Again for Rwanda Investment Forum in Kigali in November
“The Rwandan government is serious about attracting investors and keen to create an environment that is conducive to stimulating new infrastructure projects in the country,” says Emmanuelle Nicholls, event director of the upcoming iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum... - July 30, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
Ecobank Disburses CBN’s N50 Million Facility to Boost SMEFunds’ Clean Energy Innovations
Today, SMEFunds, Africa’s foremost Social Enterprise based in Nigeria is first to receive N50 million (approx. $300,000) from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) through Ecobank Ltd. into its Cellulosic Bio Ethanol Gel for Clean Cook Stoves and Pay-As-You-Go Solar Smart Mini-Grid Electricity... - July 29, 2015 - SMEFunds
Freedom University Keta Reaches Key Milestone
Ghana Institution Announces Launch of New International Slave Studies Program - July 28, 2015 - Freedom University Keta
South Hills Assembly to Host a Hard Drive Shredding and Computer Recycling Event
South Hills Assembly to Host a Hard Drive Shredding and Electronics Waste Recycling Event on Saturday, August 1, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - July 27, 2015 - CyberCrunch
East Africa’s Top Utility Projects and Power Professionals Honoured at EAPIC in Nairobi in August
Leading projects and people in the East African power industry will be honoured at the inaugural East African Power Industry Awards taking place as part of the upcoming East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) on 27 August in Nairobi. - July 26, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
ViridisChem, Inc. Announces the Key Member of Advisory Board Dr. David Constable
ViridisChem, Inc. San Jose, CA is excited to welcome Dr. David Constable, a well-respected scientist and industry expert in the field of green chemistry, as a Technical Advisor to guide through the development of company’s portfolio of software products. - July 24, 2015 - ViridisChem, Inc.
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Announce Savings on Compressed Natural Gas
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced fleet conversion to propane offers a number of savings to fleet managers and business owners including saving fuel. Fleet conversion to propane provides a significant reduce in spending than traditional fossil fuels such as gasoline and propane. It also reduces costs in maintenance and repairs due to the cleaner burning fuel source being more gentle on the vehicle. - July 24, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Greco Solar Introduces Integrated Solar LED Lights
Greco Green Energy Co., Ltd. (the Company) announced that it is going to introduce an innovative high-tech solar powered LED light to the market, the ‘all-in-one integrated solar LED light’. The company’s all-in-one integrated solar LED lights, ranging from 5 watt to 60 watt, are... - July 24, 2015 - Greco Green Energy Co.,Ltd.
Clean Fuel Process Aims to Cut Diesel-Based Air Pollution in Half
Utah biofuel innovations company Argo Fuels has developed a fuel processor that creates high-quality synthetic diesel from waste. This process fits within a 40-foot shipping container and significantly reduces time and energy costs relative to industry standard. The fuel produced burns 90% cleaner than traditional diesel. To scale-up production, the company has launched a crowdfunding campaign. - July 24, 2015 - Argo Fuels, Inc.
CM Labs CEO Robert Weldon Nominated as Finalist for 2015 EY Entrepreneur of the Year™
Recent awards and nominations recognize CM Labs as one of North America’s fastest growing and best led companies. - July 24, 2015 - CM Labs Simulations Inc.
SolarPA's NanoCoat Now on Kickstarter
Nanomaterial spray-on coating increases output of solar panels 15%. - July 24, 2015 - The Information Network
Blue Heron Meets Aggressive Deadline with Go-Live of Oracle CC&B Implementation for Largest Wastewater Agency in State of Nevada
Blue Heron Consulting (BHC), working alongside system integration partner Tech Mahindra, recently executed a go-live for Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) in Las Vegas, Nev., on time and on budget—in a remarkably compressed timeline of nine months from beginning to... - July 24, 2015 - Blue Heron Consulting
Welspun Renewables Commissions Maharashtra’s Largest Solar Project Under PPP Model
The first of its kind project can set precedent for many such partnerships in RE sector: IPP has set up the 52 MW (DC) project with Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd (Mahagenco); Commissioned project will be powering 240,000 households; Estimated 83,220 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions will be mitigated annually - July 24, 2015 - Welspun Renewables
Sammons Enterprises, Inc. Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Dallas-based, Sammons Enterprises, Inc. promotes Vice President and Treasurer, Pam Doeppe, to chief Financial Officer. - July 23, 2015 - Sammons Enterprises
Metering International Rebrands Website to Bridge Metering and Smart Energy Sectors
“Metering International or MI as it is affectionately known in the metering industry was created by and for the industry, and this has and will never change. We are still the industry’s leading choice of news and communication and our move towards increased coverage on utility... - July 23, 2015 - Metering & Smart Energy International
Briggs International Appoints New President and Chief Executive Officer
International materials handling equipment distributor, Briggs International has appointed Darron Ash President and Chief Executive Officer. Ash was previously chief financial officer for Sammons Enterprises, Inc., the holding company for Briggs International. “Our Briggs businesses continue... - July 22, 2015 - Sammons Enterprises
Blue Heron Successfully Completes CC&B Upgrade for Natural Gas Utility, SaskEnergy
Blue Heron Consulting (BHC), working alongside system integration partner CGI, went live with another successful on-time, on-budget implementation of Oracle Customer Care and Billing (CC&B) on May 25 at SaskEnergy, located in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. BHC/CGI upgraded SaskEnergy from... - July 22, 2015 - Blue Heron Consulting
Announcing Wellness Solutions for Living a Robust Lifestyle by Orange Mattress - Custom Bedding of NJ
A healthy lifestyle is important to maintain in order to achieve a sound well-being. Factors such as diet, exercise, stress reduction, relaxation, comfort, sleep and physical components such as organic or natural products all contribute. Orange Mattress – Custom Bedding cares about your comfort and well-being. The company understands when you walk through their door it is not because you are looking for the greatest deal on earth, it is because you are in need of a good night's sleep. - July 20, 2015 - Orange Mattress - Custom Bedding
Swiss Innovator AquaSPE Launches AI Platform to Solve the World’s Water Crisis
The Water Network, knowledge-sharing platform by AquaSPE, adds artificial intelligence tools to aid global water professionals in solving the water crisis. - July 19, 2015 - AquaSPE AG
GlacialLight Announces Emergency Backup Module GL-EM01F for LED Panel Lights and Troffer Lights
The GL-EM01F Provides 90 Minutes or More of Constant-Current Backup Illumination when Power Goes Out. - July 19, 2015 - GlacialTech Inc
Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. Announces Promotion of Harford Field, III to Manager - Consulting Services
Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary and premier security consulting firm of Corporate Enterprise Security, Inc., has announced the promotion of Harford Field, III, CPP, PSP, CHS-IV to Manager - Consulting Services to lead its team of NERC compliance and security consulting experts. - July 19, 2015 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.
Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. Announces New Senior Technical Advisor Appointment
Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI), the premier security consulting firm that specializes in protecting the nation’s critical energy infrastructure, has announced the appointment of Mr. P. Boyd Nation, CISSP, MS, MBA, to the position of Senior Technical Advisor. - July 19, 2015 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.
EMS Chosen as EHS Commissioning Consultants for GAJ's Latest Project
Energy Management Services (EMS) is set to work with Godwin Austin Johnson (GAJ) as EHS Green Building Commissioning Consultants for their latest project, Serenia Residences on the Palm Jumeirah Crescent. EMS’ strong reputation in the region ensures they are leading energy consultants in the... - July 17, 2015 - EMS
Freshwater Consulting Distributing LG Sonic in Canada
Freshwater Consulting is excited to announce the distributorship of LG Sonic in Canada. LG Sonic is designed and built in the Netherlands and is an environmentally friendly solution to control algae in dugouts, storm ponds, lakes and reservoirs by making use of ultrasonic technology. The... - July 17, 2015 - Freshwater Consulting
Avealto Successfully Completes Feasibility Test Flight of High Altitude Platform
Successful test flight prepares Avealto to move forward to the next phase of its vision of a novel and radically disruptive telecommunications modality – a fleet of stratospheric High Altitude Platforms providing broadband, cellular, data communications, broadcasting and public safety functions. - July 16, 2015 - Avealto Limited
MIAT College of Technology to Host Spirit Airlines Computer Simulated Aircraft Maintenance Training Lab
Spirit Airlines, in partnership with MIAT College of Technology, announced plans to construct Next Generation Aircraft Computer Based Training (CBT) maintenance simulation laboratory on the MIAT Canton, Michigan campus which is located near the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). - July 16, 2015 - MIAT College of Technology
Supply Chain Risk Management: Current Industry Practices, Key Challenges and Requirements
In early 2015, SGS invited food industry experts to take part in a global survey - Supply chain risk management: How vulnerable is your supply chain? The survey - completed by respondents from 48 countries - explored current supply chain management practices. It also highlighted that independent of... - July 16, 2015 - SGS
Sustain:Green Loves My MilkCrate Sustainability App
Partners Support a Sustainable Community to Fight Global Climate Change - July 16, 2015 - Sustain:Green
EAPIC's Clean Power East Africa to Show Region’s Renewable Energy Potential in Nairobi in August
“Project developers, funders, support organisations and others are not interacting enough to reap the synergies possible in the clean power market in East Africa,” says Wim Jonker Klunne, renewable energy expert and the conference chairman of the inaugural Clean Power East Africa... - July 16, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Indodrill Philippines Retains ISO Accreditation
The Indodrill Group is proud to announce that it has successfully renewed the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Certification during June for the company’s manufacturing and maintenance facilities in the Philippines. The ISO audit process was carried out by QAS International, the... - July 16, 2015 - Indodrill Group Holdings Pte Ltd.
SCIenergy Selected to Certify Projects with Quality Assurance Credential - New Partnership with Investor Confidence Project
SCIenergy is proud to announce their selection as a certifier for the Investor Confidence Project. The Investor Confidence Project (ICP) is an Environmental Defense Fund initiative designed to grow investment in energy efficiency nationwide by increasing building owner and investor confidence in... - July 15, 2015 - SCIenergy, Inc.
Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gives $750K Grant to SavingSpecies
$750,000 grant to Durham-based conservation non-profit will support habitat protection and restoration for endangered and rare species. - July 15, 2015 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Annual Audit Success for Utilities Team
High standards at Trojan Utilities are a recipe for audit success as they pass their annual MOCOPA (Meter Operation Code of Practice Agreement) audit with flying colours. The annual audit comprised of two parts, the first consisted of an inspection of the company’s procedures and policies,... - July 15, 2015 - Trojan Utilities
Power Plant Management Services Leaders IHI to Exhibit at Power Gen International
Aliso Viejo, CA-based power plant management services experts IHI Power Services Corp. have recently announced the company will be hosting an exhibit at POWER-GEN International. The POWER-GEN International conference, which will take place December 8-10, 2015 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, is the world’s largest power generation industry event. - July 15, 2015 - IHI Power Services Corp.
Extract Talent Launches Their Company
New Company, New Approach, New Future. - July 15, 2015 - Extract Talent
Energy Tech Solutions, LLC Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary in LED Lighting Sales
Energy Tech Solutions, LLC, a women-owned small business WBE Certified, celebrates 10 years in business. Since 2005, Energy Tech Solutions has specialized in the design, assembly, consulting and sale of LED lighting solutions for commercial and industrial customers and Federal agencies nationwide. - July 14, 2015 - Energy Tech Solutions LLC
OneLift RC509 Pump Station Used to Maximize Holding Capacity at Spooky Nook Sports Complex Hotel and Restaurant Expansion
Oldcastle Precast provided their OneLift RC611 pump station, with a 25-foot depth and storage capacity of 468-gallons per vertical foot, to accommodate the hotel expansion requirements of needing to maximize holding capacity in a small area of land next to the hotel portion of the complex. - July 13, 2015 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc
Saint-Gobain Seals Opens New Houston, Texas Technical and Sales Office to Support Local Oil & Gas Partners
Saint-Gobain Seals announces the opening of its new technical and sales office located in Houston, Texas with a District Sales Manager and Application Engineer on staff, which will reinforce the support to local oil and gas customers. - July 11, 2015 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
YANMAR America Energy Systems Launches New User-Friendly Website
YANMAR America Energy Systems’ division announces the launch of its new user-friendly, responsively designed website at www.yanmar-es.com. Built by Phase 3 Marketing & Communications, the new site makes finding information and doing business with YANMAR’s Energy Systems division... - July 10, 2015 - YANMAR America
Source Molecular Blitzes Through Conferences in Georgia and Florida
Source Molecular Corporation attended two back-to-back conferences in Atlanta, Georgia and Ft. Myers, Florida last month to bring microbial source tracking – a set of techniques used to determine the sources of fecal indicator bacteria in the environment – closer to water... - July 09, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
The Orange County SPCA Rescues a Mother Dog and Her Pups from Deadly Situation
Recently, the Orange County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OCSPCA) took custody of Coco, a pit mix and her three remaining pups, after rescuing them from a deadly situation. Coco was severely beaten, having taken several hits to the face, and of her seven puppies four were allegedly drowned before help could arrive. Since being removed from the situation Coco and her pups, only a week old at the time of their rescue, have been living in temporary boarding at an animal hospital - July 09, 2015 - Orange County SPCA
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy Opposes Legislation That Would Expedite Pipeline Construction on National Park Service Lands
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) strongly opposes legislation that would expedite pipeline construction in national parks, including the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (A.T.). Three bills—H.R. 2295 in the House of Representatives and S. 411 and S. 1196 in the Senate—would... - July 09, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
North Texas Police, Firefighters Honored at Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance Exhibit Now Open
The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance recently hosted a First Responders Open House paying tribute to police, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and search and rescue members who currently serve the North Texas community. The event was part of the launch for the... - July 09, 2015 - Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance
CBM-TEC Here to Stay – Says Zambian Mining Expo Director
"Sponsoring the Zambian Mining Woman of the Year and Mining Personality of the Year at the Chamber of Mines of Zambia’s inaugural awards we are showing that CBM-TEC is here to stay and part of this country’s mining growth and future,” so says Nicole Smith, event director of... - July 09, 2015 - Copperbelt Mining Trade Expo & Conference
ASSIST Teams with Bright Wolf, IoT Innovative Afoot
Bright Wolf, LLC, a Research Triangle based Internet of Things software company, has joined ASSIST as an Affiliate Industry member. With specialization in IoT application development, systems integration and solutions delivery, Bright Wolf brings to the Center fundamental knowledge in the areas of... - July 08, 2015 - ASSIST Research Center
Apex Companies Acquires InterTech Environmental & Engineering, LLC
Apex Companies, LLC – a leading energy, water resources and environmental consulting and engineering firm – announced today that it has acquired InterTech Environmental & Engineering, LLC, a 48-person environmental management firm specializing in the oil and gas sector. Founded in... - July 06, 2015 - Apex Companies, LLC