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RACER Trust Selects ENFOS Environmental Business Management Solution
RACER Trust will deploy ENFOS software to manage their environmental liability management program. - September 19, 2011 - ENFOS, Inc.
Electronics Recycler eco International Recovering from September 2011 Flooding
Electronics recycler, eco International and the surrounding community, continue to assess damage to buildings, roads, as well as phone, water and power outages brought by the severe flooding that occurred last week. eco International's facility, located at 200 Stage Road in Vestal, NY, received... - September 17, 2011 - Eco International LLC
Advanced Film Solutions Exhibiting at the Orlando Home Show
Advanced Film Solutions has announced their participation at the Orlando Fall Home Show, October 7-9, 2011 at the Orange County Convention Center. Advanced Film Solutions installs aftermarket insulating films manufactured by Solutia Performance Films, the world leader in window film sales and... - September 16, 2011 - Advanced Film Solutions
EMLab P&K Florida Microbiologist Published in Mycotaxon, Fungi in Nicaragua
Gregorio Delgado, EMLab P&K microbiologist at the Ft. Lauderdale, Florida microbiology laboratory, publishes peer reviewed article in Mycotaxon, presenting the history of mycology in Nicaragua. - September 16, 2011 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Author, Jonathan Bloom Discusses “American Wasteland” on “The Organic View Radio Show” with Host, June Stoyer on September 13, 2011, at 4 pm EST
Food waste expert and award-winning journalist, Jonathan Bloom talks about his best-selling book, American Wasteland, which addresses the amount of waste in America that can be avoided and offers tips for prevention. - September 15, 2011 - The Organic View Radio Show
GlcialLight is Introducing the 110 Watt Arcturus GL-BL110 Series LED Bay Light
With Highly Efficient Philips Lumileds LED, for Very Large Indoor Spaces - September 15, 2011 - GlacialTech Inc
Local Hair Stylist Transforms Parking Space Into Salon: Mishi Nova Celebrates PARK(ing) Day with Eco-Friendly Hair Makeovers
This Friday is PARK(ing) day and local eco-hair stylist Mishi Nova will be offering 10-minute street makeovers in her “hair parklet” located on Mission St. between 3rd and New Montgomery in SOMA. PARK(ing) day, originating in San Francisco, has now become an international event. The... - September 14, 2011 - Morphic
Fresh Results, LLC to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of DMG's American Farmer TV Series
Supplying the U.S. with Year-Round Blueberry Production - September 14, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
Acoustifence® Noise Barrier Cuts Industrial Exhaust Fan Noise in Half at Provincetown Restaurant
Using 4 x 4 posts and Acoustifence material, Provincetown, Massachusetts contractor Deborah Paine built a framed noise barrier to block the ear-piercing sound emanating from a Restaurant situated just feet away from a neighboring three-story apartment building. - September 14, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Norwich, VT to be Designated an Appalachian Trail Community
This is announcing that the town of Norwich, VT will be designated as an Appalachian Trail Community. - September 11, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
MissionMode Solutions and AccuWeather Enterprise Solutions, Inc. Partner to Provide Groundbreaking Crisis Management Tools for Weather Threats
MissionMode's partnership with AccuWeather Enterprise Solutions provides web-based software for identifying weather-related threats, rapidly notifying people, coordinating activities, and effectively responding to the threats. This is the only comprehensive incident management system for responding to severe weather events, combining the weather intelligence of AccuWeather Enterprise Solutions with MissionMode’s online command center. - September 10, 2011 - MissionMode
Daimer® Upholstery Cleaners to Ship with Free Stain Remover Solution
The company will bundle two gallons of Eco Green® brand Carpet Care and Upholstery Cleaner with each of four 60 Hz machines. - September 10, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Environmental Awareness Advocates, Earth Force and the General Motors Foundation, Partner Up to Recognize “GREEN” Educators Nationwide
Earth Force and the GM Foundation announce plans to reward 20 environmentally active educators across the nation. - September 09, 2011 - Earth Force
Builders Site Protection Donates Materials for Coastal Cleanup Day
Builders Site Protection will donate reusable trash and recycling collection materials for Coastal Cleanup Day on September 17th, 2011. Builders Site Protection is the premier green surface protection supplier for the construction and remodeling industries. - September 08, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
RelampIt! Promotes Green AV with an AV Week Raffle
Once a year, RelampIt! sponsors a projector lamp recycling raffle in effort to promote Green practices in the audiovisual industry. - September 08, 2011 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC
GES Will be a Sponsoring Company of the ENFOS Experience 2011
ENFOS, Inc. today announced that Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) of Neptune, New Jersey will be a Sponsoring Company at the Second Annual ENFOS Experience 2011 Solutions Conference. The conference will be held in Chicago, Illinois on October 19-20, 2011. GES, an environmental... - September 08, 2011 - ENFOS, Inc.
City of Gresham, Oregon Expands Sustainability Program with Sensus Smart Grid for Water Technologies
Residential intelligent water management program completed in 2010, commercial program set to launch. - September 07, 2011 - Sensus
Charitable Request Results in a New Solar-Tech Bag by Project Runway Designer
The Ultimate Duffel Bag for Modern People is Built with Solar Panels to Charge Mobile Tech While “On The Go” - September 06, 2011 - SilvrLining
REOSE Showcasing Sustainable Prototype Containerized Housing Development
New Orleans’ Sustainable Home Model to Promote Green Materials, Appliances, Equipment, and Furnishings That Can be Packaged and Shipped Internationally - September 03, 2011 - Oceansafe
1300 On The Move Removals Commitment to Becoming Carbon Neutral
Brisbane removalists company, 1300 On The Move Removals, have undertaken a commitment to become a NoCO2 organisation. - September 01, 2011 - 1300 On The Move
Factory Direct Drapes ™ Plants Over 400 Trees in National Forests
Factory Direct Drapes™, a custom drapery and curtain manufacturer, is helping put an end to global warming. So far, they have planted over 400 trees in forests across the USA! - August 31, 2011 - Factory Direct Drapes
Odyne Systems Awarded DOE and SCAQMD Contracts
Department Of Energy and South Coast Air Quality Management District Award Cost Shared Project to Odyne to Design and Evaluate Advanced Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles - August 31, 2011 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Conservation Charters Next Frontier for Yachting
Yachts are serving as platforms for unprecedented Ocean Science, Exploration, and Conservation. - August 31, 2011 - Ocean Preservation Alliance
EMLab P&K Prepares Mold and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Assist Flooded Areas in Eastern Seaboard After Hurricane Irene
Hurricane Irene brought storms and flooding to states along the Eastern Seaboard from North Carolina to Massachusetts. EMLab P&K prepares to help states recover in Hurricane Irene's aftermath by increasing mold testing and bacteria testing capacity. - August 31, 2011 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
ROUND2 INC. Named to the Inc. 500/5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies for Second Year
ROUND2 INC., a leading eRecycling service provider, announced today that it has been named to the 2011 Inc. 500|5000 List for a second straight year. ROUND2’s 2011 ranking improves to 1779 from 1906 the year before. The Inc. 500|5000 annual list exclusively ranks America's fastest-growing... - August 30, 2011 - ROUND2 INC.
Suzlon Powers a New Brand Initiative – P.A.L.S
RJ Malishka, Milind Soman, Gerson da Cunha and Anil Dharker sign up as p.a.l.s. champions. - August 29, 2011 - Suzlon Energy Pvt Ltd
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Welcome to a New Era in Land-Based Carbon Management
Greenfleet today welcomes the passage of the Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) legislation - the much anticipated program to accredit, register and trade carbon offsets from improved land management practices around Australia. - August 26, 2011 - Greenfleet Australia
Green Deal Site Aims for Eco-Friendly Title
WhereYouShop looks to top the charts with its environmentally friendly business model, Web page and referral program. - August 25, 2011 - WhereYouShop
EPA Uses Efficient, Inexpensive C.I.Agent EVAC Filtration System
When a frac tank full of oily waste had to be emptied, the EPA used the EVAC Filtration System from C.I.Agent® Solutions. Not only were hydrocarbons captured and sediment removed, the EVAC System cost only a fraction of the use of a vacuum truck, saving thousands of dollars. Last fall, a fuel... - August 24, 2011 - C.I.Agent Solutions
Prince William County Service Authority Receives Peak Performance Award
The Prince William County Service Authority’s commitment to environmental stewardship has resulted in a prestigious Gold Peak Performance Award for the H. L. Mooney Advanced Water Reclamation Facility (AWRF). The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) gave the H. L. Mooney AWRF... - August 21, 2011 - Prince William County Service Authority
Appalachian Trail Conservancy to Launch Family Hiking Day
On September 24, 2011, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), along with its 31 Trail Clubs will be launching Family Hiking Day. Supported in part by REI, Family Hiking Day is an opportunity to introduce families to the Appalachian Trail (A.T.), and all of the benefits that come from being active... - August 20, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
thinksound to Launch Headphone Recycling and Customer Loyalty Program
thinksound™ announces the launch of their new headphone recycling and customer loyalty program. “Recycling. Rewarded.” - August 20, 2011 - TIMBRE SOUND LLC dba thinksound
Wright Scoop Advocates Fall is for Planting
Glen Allen, VA based The Wright Scoop –Sylvia Hoehns Wright, recipient of the "Turning America from Eco-weak to Eco-chic" award urges all to shift plant installation seasons, ensure "greening" of America’s landscapes creating a legacy of healthier urban/suburban communities. - August 20, 2011 - The Wright Scoop
ENTACT Environmental Services on ENR Top 200 Environmental Firms List
ENTACT, LLC, a recognized industry leader in providing environmental remediation and construction services to an international client-base, has been ranked number 65 on ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms List for 2011. Established in 1991 in Dallas, Texas, ENTACT was founded on the belief... - August 19, 2011 - ENTACT, LLC
Wipro Will be a Sponsoring Company of the ENFOS Experience 2011
Wipro has signed on as a sponsor of ENFOS, Inc's second annual remediation solutions conference in Chicago. - August 19, 2011 - ENFOS, Inc.
Finding Safe, Affordable Organics No Longer a Challenge, Thanks to Green Coupons from GreenPeople.org
Consumers avoid greenwashing and save big with 20% off green coupons for verified organic and natural products. - August 18, 2011 - GreenPeople.org
REI Hosts Radical Reels Tour as Fundraiser for Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Outdoor retail company REI will be hosting the 2011 Radical Reels Tour in Asheville, NC on Monday, September 12, 2011, with proceeds benefiting the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC). What: Catch the steepest and deepest in high-adrenaline outdoor sport films when the 2011 Radical Reels Tour... - August 18, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Barron Partners Continues to Invest in Tennessee-Based Company, Choice Solar Solutions
Choice Solar Solution; backed by global clean-tech investment company; Barron Partners, “facilitates” green job growth in Tennessee, with the opening of its East Tennessee branch - August 17, 2011 - Choice Solar and Geothermal
ENTACT, LLC Receives NSC Industry Leader Award
ENTACT, LLC has been honored with the National Safety Council’s Industry Leader Award for 2011. This award is a component of the Council’s member-exclusive Safety Motivation and Recognition Awards Program and benchmarks outstanding safety achievements among member companies. ENTACT,... - August 17, 2011 - ENTACT, LLC
Free E-Waste Recycling to Support Pleasant Grove High School Music Program
The Pleasant Grove High Band Boosters is sponsoring a Free Electronic Waste Recycling Day for all area residents and businesses on Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Pleasant Grove High School in Elk Grove. Band students will be working rain or shine to assist Y-Not Recycle, a... - August 16, 2011 - PGH Band Boosters
Wright Scoop Inspires City Council Go Green, Change Ecological Health
Glen Allen VA-based The Wright Scoop –Sylvia Hoehns Wright, recipient of the "Turning America from Eco-weak to Eco-chic" award sponsored by Project Evergreen, Hines Horticulture and Today's Garden Center magazine – inspires city of Petersburg VA Council to change ecological health. - August 15, 2011 - The Wright Scoop
Electronics Recycler eco International Becomes Member of NAID: National Association for Information Destruction
In continuing with their efforts to maintain the highest levels of environmental awareness and data protection, eco International becomes an active member of the National Association for Information Destruction. - August 14, 2011 - Eco International LLC
Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC Successfully Represents Northeast Natural Energy as Court Strikes Down Morgantown's Fracking Ban
The Circuit Court of Monongalia County, West Virginia entered summary judgment Friday overturning the City of Morgantown’s recently enacted ordinance banning horizontal drilling and fracking in and around the city. - August 13, 2011 - Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC
Pure Air Lovers Society - A Suzlon Initiative for Clean Air
Indian power company, Suzlon, has launched a new campaign called p.a.l.s. - Pure Air Lovers' Society. http://www.pals.in. - August 12, 2011 - Suzlon Energy Pvt Ltd
ROUND2 INC. Opens Atlanta Processing Facility
ROUND2 INC. announced today the opening of a new processing facility in Atlanta, Georgia. The 258,000 square foot facility will be dedicated to the processing and recycling of end-of-life electronics and will increase ROUND2’s processing capacity by 52 percent allowing ROUND2 to deliver its... - August 11, 2011 - ROUND2 INC.
Major Cleanup of Horse Trails in Tijuana River Valley at County Line
On August 13th, community members and hundreds of volunteers will join forces to help rid the Tijuana River Valley horse trails of plastics bottles, trash and tires. Please see this link for devastating photos of the area: http://www.flickr.com/photos/surfridersandiego/sets/72157625318995680/. - August 11, 2011 - Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter
The Northwest Sustainable Horse Council Joins Audubon Lifestyles as a Platinum Member
Audubon Lifestyles Platinum Membership was created to help foster sustainability by working with, and providing educational resources to businesses seeking assistance to balance the triple bottom line of people, profit, and planet where they live, work, and play. - August 11, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
Texas Two Step: Balcones Resources and Round2 Inc. Partner to Expand Recycling Services
Balcones Resources and Round2 Inc., two unique recycling providers, have entered into a long term agreement which will enhance the breadth of their recycling capabilities. “Balcones is extremely excited to partner with Round2. We’re now able to offer our customers a more integrated... - August 10, 2011 - Balcones Resources
New Vortex Flow Transmitters Ideal for Use in Heat Exchange Systems
Clark Solutions introduces theDN420 Series of Vortex Flow Transmitters, an economical choice for liquid media flow and temperature monitoring and control in applications such as heat exchange systems, cooling loops, and industrial processing. - August 10, 2011 - Clark Solutions