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Rentricity to Push Further Into Irrigation In-Pipe Hydro Market
Richmond Irrigation Company of Utah to develop Flow-to-Wire system to improve energy efficiency. - June 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.
Lumber Imports to China Were Close to Record High in April; Russia, Sweden and Finland Increased Shipments the Most
In April, the import volume of softwood lumber by China reached its second highest level on record as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. Importation during the first four months this year was 2.1 percent higher than in the same period last year, with Russian sawmills increasing their shipments by over 13 percent. Import prices in April were at their lowest level since 2012. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Pellet Exports from the US Increased for the 12th Consecutive Quarter in the 4Q/14
North American pellet exports were 22 percent higher in 2014 than in the previous year, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. While US shipments have been on a steady rise for three years, Canadian export volumes trended downward during 2014. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Osprey Point is Re-Certified as an Audubon International Classic Sanctuary
Osprey Point Golf Course was recently re-certified as a Classic Sanctuary after an on-site review by Audubon International. Osprey Point was the first certified Classic project in the state of Florida and only the second in the United States. Participating in the site review with Classic Program... - June 13, 2015 - Audubon International
de la Parte & Gilbert, P.A. Sponsors Florida Chamber’s Environmental Permitting Summer School
The law firm of de la Parte & Gilbert is pleased to sponsor the Florida Chamber’s 29th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School. The conference is produced by the Florida Environmental Network, Inc. (FENI) and is attended by more than 850 consultants, engineers, developers,... - June 13, 2015 - de la Parte & Gilbert
Marine Mammal Fundraiser Gets Support from Reviva Labs
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center, Brigantine, N.J., its staff, and patients has expressed their gratitude to Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J., for their continuing support of the non-profit organization. Recently Reviva Labs gave their Vitamin E Sticks to runners participating in MMSC’s... - June 12, 2015 - Reviva Labs
Environmental Health Services Fighting a Much Bigger Threat Than Ticks
EHS practices sustainability on every level to set a standard in the fight against a dual threat of ticks and global warming. - June 12, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
E-Cycling Results: Over 20,000 Pounds Recycled
In April, the San Marcos community shed serious pounds at RecycleNow, an electronics recycling event hosted by Texas State University and R3 Recycling. During the event, Marcos Garza, the CEO of R3 Recycling estimated over 7,000 pounds of electronic waste was brought to the event by the community. - June 10, 2015 - R3 Recycling
EMLab P&K Further Expands Climate-Based Mold Lab Report Across MidWest and West Regions of United States
MoldRANGE Local Climate reports are now available to help mold testing professionals in Upper Midwest, Northern Rockies, Southwest, Northwest regions. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the region. - June 08, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Busch Systems Announces 30th Anniversary Sale to Celebrate Company Milestone
To celebrate 30 years of innovation and expansion, Busch Systems announces their first-ever Anniversary Sale promotion which will occur on June 23rd, 24th & 25th, 2015. - June 05, 2015 - Busch Systems
SoBe Arts Presents the World Premiere of Intelligent Systems the Surrender of Self in Mystical Contemplation
This June, SoBe Arts will present the world premiere of Intelligent Systems, an innovative 90-minute musical theater work about nothing less than the nature of the universe, conceived and presented in a thrilling multimedia style that will intrigue its audience and raise important questions about ideas that are - well, literally out of this world. - June 04, 2015 - SoBe Institute of the Arts
The National Foundation for Marine Sciences Announces Receipt of Grant from Seafarer Exploration Corp.
The National Foundation for Marine Sciences has announced today that it has received a significant grant from the Seafarer Exploration Corp (SFRX), a company focused on archaeologically sensitive exploration, research and recovery of historic shipwrecks. The National Foundation for Marine Sciences... - June 04, 2015 - Custer Institute, Inc.
International Agribusiness Group Unveils Redesigned Website
International Agribusiness Group (IAG), a market leader in agricultural commodity research, is proud to announce the launch of a new, redesigned version of their website, www.iag-group.com. The redesigned website highlights key IAG services and aims to help IAG clients find the information they need quickly and easily. Key features include refined seaso nal weather reports, daily video weather updates, and an annual crop tour analysis. - June 03, 2015 - International Agribusiness Group
Gary L. Hunter Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gary L. Hunter of Overland Park, Kansas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of engineering. About Gary L. Hunter Mr. Hunter has over 30 years of experience in the engineering field. He is the... - June 03, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
ViridisChem, Inc. Announces First-in-Market New Software Product "Green Pocketbook" That Enables "Green Aware" Research
"Green Pocketbook" by ViridisChem, Inc. This first-in-market quick reference solution offers full chemical and toxicological profiles of over 60 million compounds, identifies regulatory concerns, provides green scores based on these profiles and allows comparison among chemicals through visual graphs. - June 01, 2015 - ViridisChem, Inc.
Leading Plant Science Society Recognizes Two Danforth Center Scientists
Andrea Eveland, Ph.D. and Daniel Chitwood, Ph.D. assistant members and principal investigators at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center received prestigious awards from the American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), a professional society devoted to the advancement of the plant... - May 31, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
The Only NYC Veg-Friendly Alcohol Festival Comes to Webster Hall
The Better Booze Festival is splashing down at Webster Hall located in New York City’s East Village on Saturday, June 13, 2015 from noon-3:30 p.m. This unique alcohol festival is the brainchild of the founders of U.S. Veg Corp who have a successful history of producing innovative events that are in tune with the current trends. - May 29, 2015 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Source Molecular Joins Water Managers at Ft. Worth Conference
Source Molecular Corporation had a successful exhibit at the 14th National Watershed Conference held on May 17-20, 2015, at the Worthington Renaissance Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas. Source Molecular’s Grace Anderson met with watershed, floodplain and natural resources program managers not only... - May 29, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of “Great Smoky Mountains National Park” Map
In collaboration with the Great Smoky Mountains Assocation (GSMA), Xplorer Maps and wildlife artist Chris Robitaille have created this incredibly unique artistic creation highlighting the fauna, flora, unique geology, iconic landscapes and historic structures of the Great Smoky Mountains. - May 28, 2015 - Xplorer Maps
St. Louis Conservation Thought Leaders Featured at Summer Conversations Program
Let’s Talk About… Prairies, Conservation and Energy - May 28, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Church of Scientology Announces Upcoming Event to Discuss the Environment
The Nashville Church of Scientology is hosting a panel discussion for World Environment Day. - May 22, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Chris Scott’s "Face with a Heart: Mastering Authentic Beauty Makeup" Book Launches June 2 on Amazon Worldwide
Chris Scott’s "Face with a Heart: Mastering Authentic Beauty Makeup" official worldwide Amazon book launch is June 2 and includes free gifts with purchase. - May 18, 2015 - Makeup Gourmet
Wright Scoop Launches Book, "Landscape Gardening with CARE"
Richmond, VA-based The Wright Scoop - Sylvia Hoehns Wright, nationally recognized eco-advocate, launches book, "Landscape Gardening with CARE." - May 15, 2015 - The Wright Scoop
DISH and Reworx Recycling Program Surpasses 3 Million Pound Milestone; Partnership Saves Energy While Creating Jobs for People with Disabilities
In just two years, Reworx has recycled over 3 million pounds of obsolete electronics no longer used by DISH and its subscribers, keeping hazardous materials out of landfills and creating jobs for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. The relationship between the satellite... - May 13, 2015 - Nobis Works
Thilan K. Wijeratne Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thilan K. Wijeratne of Newport News, Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of research. About Thilan K. Wijeratne Mr. Wijeratne is the Cryogenic Process Engineer for Jefferson Lab which... - May 13, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
EMLab P&K Expands Climate-Based Mold Lab Report Across Eastern and Southern Regions of United States
MoldRANGE Local Climate reports are now available to help mold testing professionals in Northeast, Southeast, South, and Ohio Valley (Central) regions. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the region. - May 11, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
High School Students Win Environmental Video Contest
Population Connection Announces Winners of "World of 7 Billion" Student Video Contest - May 09, 2015 - Population Connection Action Fund
Religion Communicators Council Organizes June Meeting with Environment Focus
The Nashville Religion Communicators Council to focus on the environment at its June meeting. - May 09, 2015 - Religion Communicators Council
Central Valley Environmental Cautions about the Dangers of Lead Poisoning & the Importance of Using a Professional Company for Lead Abatement
From San Louis Obispo to San Francisco, Sonoma County, and everywhere in between, Central Valley Environmental has been recognized for providing their customers across Northern and Central California with asbestos abatement services. - May 07, 2015 - Central Valley Environmental
Water from Air System Irrigates Qatar Farm
Atmospheric Water Solutions Provides Water for Farming - May 05, 2015 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
Importation of Logs to China Jumped 76% in March with New Zealand and Australia Increasing Their Shipments the Most
Log arrivals to China surged in March with an increase of 76% over the previous month. This came after almost a year of declining log imports. New Zealand and Australia increased their volumes the most, together accounting for a record-high share of over 50% of the total import volume. Log import prices have trended downward since early 2014. - May 04, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Source Molecular Obtains License for EPA’s New Dog Test
Source Molecular has secured a license from the U.S. EPA to use their latest microbial source tracking (MST) method for detecting dog fecal matter in water samples. - May 03, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
WTS2000 Approvals Extend Nationwide: Aqualete Industries Doubles Rental Fleet
Aqualete Industries WTS2000 saves time and money by accelerating the water treatment process, reducing suspended solids, hydrocarbons, turbidity levels and nutrient loads in water prior to discharge. Aqualete Industries' WTS2000 portable sediment tank is an accepted best management practice in... - May 01, 2015 - Aqualete Industries
Water from Air Systems Installed in Northern Iraq Homes
Atmospheric Water Solutions Provides Water to the Kurds - April 30, 2015 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
New Consumer-Friendly Book, "Our World of Water" Gets the Truth Flowing Behind the Water Crisis
The only book about all aspects of water geared for a consumer audience, “Our World of Water: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Earth’s Most Critical Resource” discusses water from it’s history, to the present and looks to our collective future. - April 29, 2015 - MichaelCervin.com
Ticks Carrying Potentially Deadly New Disease Found in CT
The CDC and state agencies are tracking a new and potentially fatal tick-borne virus, adding to an already significant threat from mosquitoes and ticks in New England that Environmental Health Servies, Inc. is working to counter with environmentally responsible treatments. - April 26, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
Coastal Preservation Network Presents "Rap Battle of the Century!" to Raise Environmental Awareness Among Kids in Queens
Nine-year-old Finn Cervino from College Point, Queens, NY, loves music, and has figured out a fun way to get his own music-loving peers caring more about the environment: by hosting a rap song battle. Cervino's parents lead Coastal Preservation Network (coastalpreservation.org),and he invites Queens kids ages 8-14 to write lyrics about an environmental theme and set it to the music of a popular song. Winners will be announced at Family Fun Day in MacNeil Park, June 27. - April 26, 2015 - Coastal Preservation Network
Wood Fiber Costs for Pulp Mills in the US Northwest Have Increased Faster Than in Other Regions of the Us the Past Year
Pulp mills in the US South continued to have stable wood fiber prices in the 1Q/15 at levels lower than any other region in the country. The dramatic increase in chip prices in the Northwest during 2014 started to level off early in 2015, while tight fiber supply in both the Lake State region and in the Northeast resulted in upward price pressure, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review. - April 25, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
The Way to Happiness Promotes a Clean and Beautiful Environment for Earth Day
The Way to Happiness is working to inspire all residents of Nashville and Middle Tennessee with messages to safeguard and improve the environment. - April 25, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
Water from Air System Installed in Abu Dhabi Gas Facility
Atmospheric Water Solutions Spotlights Oil Industry by providing oil and gas rigs equipment that can generate pure water from the humidity in the air through the patented process of condensation and multiple filtration. - April 24, 2015 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Promotional Campaign for Angel Air Invention
An innovative and highly beneficial product designed to address a common health hazard, the Angel Air, has been developed by Eric Garrison of Auburn Hills, Michigan. The invention’s unique design enables it to offer effective protection for its users against a host of potentially harmful... - April 24, 2015 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Study and Plan Establishing Openlands Lakeshore Preserve Lauded at American Society of Landscape Architects - Illinois Chapter Awards
Conservation Design Forum, a nationally recognized landscape architecture firm, has won an award from the Illinois ASLA for their work with Openlands to establish a nature preserve on the grounds of the historic Ft. Sheridan military base. - April 23, 2015 - Conservation Design Forum
Earth Day Should be Everyday - HydroDynamicsHHO & ECO Fuel Systems, LLC Are Working to Help the Public Reduce Carbon Pollution, Cancer, Asthma
It is time for the public to act! Trucks and automobiles are major contributors to Greenhouse Gases that is polluting our environment. - April 23, 2015 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
Environmental Health Services, Inc. Looking Ahead to Worst Termite Season Ever Seen Predicted by Experts in 2015
Two Dangerous New Exotic Species Mating to Potentially Create the Most Destructive Hybrid Termite in the World. - April 23, 2015 - Environmental Health Services, Inc.
eWaste Tech Systems Celebrates Earth Day Throughout the Year; Richmond-Based Electronic Waste Recycler Announces Events Through May
eWaste Tech conducts electronic waste recycling drives in partnership with the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority and provides pick-up services for government, non-profit and businesses in the Richmond-Washington, DC area. Upcoming e-waste drives include: April 25 and May 9 in Henrico County and May 30 at Midlothian High School with the local Girl Scouts Troop 665. - April 22, 2015 - eWaste Tech Systems, LLC
Camp Arcadia Notes Earth Day: "Make the World a Better Place Because You Have Been in It"
Camp Arcadia, a fourth-generation, family-operated summer camp for girls in Casco, Maine, noted Earth Day 2015 in the context of their Centennial Season with a look back at how a growing awareness of the environment has shaped the Camp Arcadia experience. - April 22, 2015 - Camp Arcadia, Summer Camp for Girls
Monroeville Community Park to Host a Data Security and Electronics Waste Recycling Event
Monroeville Community Park to Host a Data Security and Electronics Waste Recycling Event on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - April 22, 2015 - CyberCrunch
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for First Congregational Church of Sonoma
Sonoma and Novato-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 13.2 kW solar panel system at the First Congregation Church of Sonoma in Sonoma, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay church’s system will reduce their carbon footprint and offset almost 90% of their PG&E usage. - April 21, 2015 - SolarCraft
Rio Verde Community Achieves Audubon International Certification
Rio Verde Community Association has been designated as the first Certified Sustainable Community in the state of Arizona after completing requirements and meeting the strict criteria of the Audubon International Sustainable Communities Program. - April 21, 2015 - Audubon International
Stillwater Forestry LLC Launches New Website for the Claremont Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in New Hampshire. - April 17, 2015 - Stillwater Forestry LLC