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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
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
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.
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
Poop Patrol Offers Free Service to Disabled Napa Residents
Napa Valley Poop Patrol creates Scoops on Wheels, a free dog waste cleanup program for disabled Napa dog owners. - August 22, 2015 - Napa Valley Poop Patrol
Patti Massey, President & Founder, MYCA:Group Accepted to Babson College / Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
MYCA:Group President & Founder, Patti Massey has been selected to participate in the 10,000 Small Businesses Program at Babson College for the Fall 2015 session. The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is a public-private partnership designed to unlock the growth and job-creation... - August 21, 2015 - MYCA:Learning
Formation of Brazilian Solar Company Announced - Helio Energia Holdings SA
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 the formation... - August 21, 2015 - Helio Energias Renovaveis
October is iPAD Month in DRC as Mining Community Gathers in Kinshasa and Lubumbashi
October is iPAD* month in DRC and this year will once again see the return of the 11th edition of iPAD DRC Mining and Infrastructure Indaba in Kinshasa from 15-16 October, followed by the sixth edition of Katanga Mining Week in Lubumbashi from 20-21 October. *iPAD = Infrastructure Partnerships for... - August 21, 2015 - iPAD DRC
Gulf Bay Consulting Applauds Indian Government Decisions Regarding Biodiesel
With the rapid growth of global biodiesel consumption, emerging market countries like India are paving the way for higher usage of sustainable fuels. According to a recent report published by Economic Times, India is set to allow 100% Biodiesel for vehicles. This decision will pave the way for the... - August 20, 2015 - Gulf Bay Consulting, LLC
National Environmental Trainers Introduces New Mobile Accessible HAZWOPER Training Courses
National Environmental Trainers, the industry leader in online environmental health and safety training (EHS), introduces their new mobile accessible HAZWOPER training programs. - August 20, 2015 - National Environmental Trainers
GFSI Global Markets Programme Explained: a Comparison Between BRC & IFS Options
The aim of the webinar is to introduce the significant changes to the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Global Markets Programme and the IFS Global Markets for Food. - August 20, 2015 - SGS
Blue Heron Consulting Selected to Assess Cedar Falls Utilities CIS
Blue Heron Consulting (BHC), was selected to perform a thorough assessment and business case for upgrading Cedar Falls Utilities (CFU) customer information system (CIS). Blue Heron will determine the cost, work effort and business benefits to upgrade CFU’s current CIS to Oracle Utilities... - August 20, 2015 - Blue Heron Consulting
The American Dream Achieved by Self-Made Ohio Industrialist Through Hard Work and Determination
Stephen L. Hightower Has Created One of the United States Most Prosperous African-American Owned Businesses. - August 19, 2015 - Stephen L. Hightower
Gulf Coast Western Announces New Subsidiary to Provide Well Completion and Operational Safety Services to the Oil and Gas Industry
Dallas-based Gulf Coast Western, LLC announced today it has formed a subsidiary to provide a full suite of well completion and operational safety services to the oil and gas industry. Gulf Coast Western Energy Services, also headquartered in Dallas, provides oilfield spill and frac tank containment... - August 19, 2015 - Gulf Coast Western
IHI Power Services Corp. Invite Plant Owners to Review Company’s Full Suite of Management Services
Aliso Viejo, CA-based power plant management specialists IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) offer a broad range of management services to their power plant customers. The management services suite that IPSC provides their clients includes asset management services to help plant owners capitalize on their investment in the latest technology. - August 19, 2015 - IHI Power Services Corp.
ECO Fuel Systems, LLC - School District Fleet Managers Welcome Back to School
School System Transportation Directors and Private Companies are scrambling to get their Buses maintained and back on the road. - August 19, 2015 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
Audubon International Staff Member Attains Elite National Certification
Joanna B. Nadeau, Director of Community Programs at Audubon International in Troy, NY has achieved a career milestone by completing the rigorous requirements for certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). She joins an elite membership of approximately 15,000... - August 19, 2015 - Audubon International
GAL Power Systems Announces Expansion with Opening of New Location in Quebec City
GAL Power Systems (www.GALPower.com); recognized as one of the leading power generator and climate control companies in Canada, is announcing that it will be opening a new location in Quebec City in the province of Quebec. - August 18, 2015 - Gal Power
Supplier of the Year Award for Alsco
Alsco receives the prestigious 2015 Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence for the Supplier of the Year Award. - August 17, 2015 - Alsco Pty Limited
National Solar and Imani Energy Form Alliance for Distributed Generation
National Solar and Imani Energy, Inc. for alliance that leverages National Solar's financing capabilities and Imani Energy's institutional and community networks to increase the adoption of solar in developing markets. - August 15, 2015 - Imani Energy. Inc.
Johnny on the Spot Celebrates 2nd Annual World Portable Sanitation Day
Johnny on the Spot, LLC (JOTS) is proud to celebrate, in conjunction with the Portable Sanitation Association International (PSAI), the 2nd annual World Portable Sanitation Day (WPSD), recognized on August 15th. The goal of WPSD is to raise awareness for sustainable sanitation on a global scale... - August 15, 2015 - Johnny on the Spot, LLC.
High Performance Epoxy for Repair, Protection and Rebuild of Pumps and Process Equipment
The new release of the Z-TEC 751, 752 and 753 and STEEL-TEC 801 has fulfilled the need for a high performance product capable of the repair, protection and re-building of pumps and process equipment. - August 14, 2015 - Dc Dynamis Epoxy Solutions
Cloudastructure Connected Campus Security Solution Delivers a Safe Environment for Learning at Universities, Colleges and Schools
Cloud based Integrated Video Surveillance (VSaaS) and Access Control (ACaaS) as a Service provide seamless connectivity, transparency and scale across geographically distributed buildings to deliver a safe learning environment. - August 13, 2015 - Cloudastructure, Inc
SGS Symposium: The New Generation of Safety and Risk Management
Join SGS in Perth, Western Australia on 1 September 2015, for the first symposium on a new generation of risk management, the challenges of safely integrating Remotely Piloted Aircraft RPAS into Civil Airspace, and into your commercial operation. - August 13, 2015 - SGS
Finalists Announced for East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi
Former Kenyan Permanent Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Patrick Nyoike, the Ugandan Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Irene Nafuna-Muloni, the Turkana Lake Wind Project in Kenya and Rwanda’s Agahozo Shalom Youth Village are just some of the top achieving finalists in this... - August 13, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Apex Ranking Soars Higher in ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms List
Apex Companies, LLC – a leading national energy, water resources and environmental consulting and engineering firm – ranked 68th among the nation’s Top 200 environmental firms, according to Engineering News-Record (ENR) magazine. In addition to climbing seven spots from its 2014... - August 12, 2015 - Apex Companies, LLC
SunLight General Capital Breaks Ground on New Solar Project in Westminster, MA
SunLight General Capital, a NYC-based solar finance and development company, recently broke ground on a new solar energy system in Westminster, MA. The system will provide cheap, clean energy to local school districts and other municipal entities. - August 11, 2015 - SunLight General Capital
SGS Hot Source Food Newsletter Issue 8
Hot Source: Farm Assessment Services, Pathogens in Food Products, Emerging Trends in Food Safety Controls and more. - August 11, 2015 - SGS
New M-System DL8 Web Data Logger
Meiji Corporation, master distributor in North America of M-System Co., Ltd., announced that the DL8 series remote terminal unit for monitoring, event reporting and data logging is now available in North America. - August 10, 2015 - Meiji Corporation
Clean Solar Ranks High on the 2015 Solar Power World Top US Solar Contractors List
Clean Solar ranked in the Solar Power World Top Solar Contractors list for another year and 2nd for most MW installed for Bay Area residential installers. - August 09, 2015 - Clean Solar
South Sudan’s Minister of Electricity, Dams, Irrigation & Water Resources, Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba, to Deliver Keynote at EAPIC in Nairobi
“As a new nation, South Sudan will be proud to demonstrate to this upcoming regional conference of East African Power Industry that we have abundant energy resources which can be tapped for the common good and development” – so says the Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba, Minister of... - August 09, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Mon Valley Integration Names Business Development Manager
Mr. Richard "Rick" Bray has been appointed as MVI's Business Development Manager. - August 08, 2015 - Mon Valley Integration LLC
Gulf Coast Western's First Well in the Home Run Field Goes Into Production
Dallas-based Gulf Coast Western announced today that its first well in the Home Run Field in Brooks County, Texas is in production. Gulf Coast Western explores, develops and acquires domestic oil and gas reserves primarily in the Gulf Coast region of the United States. The Texron Perez #1 went into production June 17, 2015, and is currently producing an average of 270 barrels of oil per day (BOPD) from the Vicksburg Formation in the Home Run Field located in South Texas. - August 08, 2015 - Gulf Coast Western
Leading Non-Profit Launches Local Female Leaders Program to Recognize Thought Leaders in Island Communities
Islands Society launches unique program dedicated to showcasing the value of outstanding women making a local impact in island communities to a global stage. - August 08, 2015 - Islands Society
"Let’s Work Together to Fix the Power" - Tiger Resources' Message at iPAD DRC in Kinshasa in October
“My message at the upcoming iPAD DRC Mining and Infrastructure Indaba in Kinshasa in October is: 'Let’s work together to fix the power',” says Charles Carron Brown, COO of Tiger Resources’ Kipoi Mine. Electrical power is the number one challenge facing the country’s... - August 08, 2015 - iPAD DRC