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U.S. Climate and Energy Legislation: Doom, Gloom or Opportunity for IT?
AltaTerra Research web conference to explore what the Waxman-Markey Bill and other energy regulations mean for IT executives. Featured speaker is D.K. Foster, Founder of Clean Tech C2C. - August 15, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Geo-Solutions Has Been Named to the Inc 500
The September issue of Inc. Magazine lists (http://www.geo-solutions.com) Geo-Solutions Inc as no 322 on the list of America’s 500 fastest-growing private companies. Geo-Solutions was ranked second amongst engineering firms on the list. In a quirky category, Geo-Solutions achieved the No 1... - August 14, 2009 - President of Geo-Solutions
Dr. Bud Smart of Audubon Environmental Releases Podcast on Sustainable Development
Audubon Environmental (www.audubonenv.com), a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced the release of a podcast on sustainable development. In the podcast, Miles M. - August 13, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
Further Investigation Into Defective Chinese Drywall by US Building Consultants, Inc. Results in a Warning for Companies Performing Remediation
After performing more inspections and additional laboratory results, U S Building Consultants, Inc. issues a warning to those performing remediation on homes or commercial buildings that may have defective Chinese drywall. - August 12, 2009 - USBCI
Ashkin Honors EPA and Illinois Governor’s Office as Green Cleaning Champions
In a ceremony recently held at Chicago’s first LEED-certified public school, Tarkington School of Excellence, Stephen Ashkin, president of The Ashkin Group and the professional cleaning industry’s leading advocate for Green Cleaning, presented awards to two key government agencies that... - August 11, 2009 - The Ashkin Group
Audubon Environmental Completes Services at Lonnie Poole Golf Course
Miles M. (Bud) Smart, Ph.D., president of Audubon Environmental (www.audubonenv.com), a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced that the firm has completed work... - August 09, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
In Nicetown, It's Not Nice to Not Give Back
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan and Comcast Corporation Join Nicetown CDC in Inspiring Nicetown to Highlight and Continue Its Tradition of Building Through Giving Back. - August 07, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
AltaTerra Research Announces Solar Industry and Sustainability Series
Solar power is among the most environmentally-friendly energy technologies. Yet, opportunities remain to reduce environmental impacts of solar companies all along the supply chain. This series explores ways of expanding solar’s environmental benefits. - August 07, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Restructuring Our Interactions with the Economy and the Environment: RESCUE Green Launches New Green Building Communication Forum
The RESCUE Green blog focuses on bridging the communication gap between all sectors of society. Through collaborative efforts, awareness, and education solutions to environmental and economic problems are possible. - August 07, 2009 - RESCUE Green
Marin Residents and Businesses Can Win Big Savings, Carbon Reductions, Energy Security Upgrade from Local Power Works, LLC Clean Energy Bid
Bringing dramatically cleaner and more secure energy sources to Marin County residents at prices at or below PG&E is what Local Power Works LLC’s July 20, 2009 bid to the Marin Energy Authority is all about. With its focus on local power and efficiency projects built by local firms, Local Power Works has bid to create local green jobs and improve the way of life in Marin County. The Local Power Works bid will provide over 76% of the community’s electricity from new local green energy sources. - August 05, 2009 - Local Power LLC
US Building Consultants Inc., US Building Laboratories Inc., Analytical Research Systems Inc., and the University of Florida Join Forces
U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc. collaborate with Analytical Research Systems, Inc. and the University of Florida to find solution to defective drywall crisis. - August 05, 2009 - USBCI
Peter Eastgate's Eco-Friendly Poker Table Auctioned at World Series of Poker for Friends' of Eastgate Charity
Eric Harkins, President of IMPDI was highest silent auction bidder for EGM Green Poker Tournament Table gifted by Peter Eastgate, 2008 WSOP reigning champion with proceeds going to his charity, Friends of Eastgate. An organization that helps children world-wide. www.friendsofeastgate.com The table... - July 31, 2009 - EGM Green
EOS Remediation Expands International Sales and Marketing Network to the United Kingdom and Ireland
EOS Remediation welcomes Mr. Quentin Hulm and Mr. William O’Neill of Cornelsen Ltd. to their Sales and Marketing Team. Cornelsen is a leading provider of systems, products and services to the soil and groundwater remediation market with a reputation for engineering excellence, safety in design and customer service. - July 31, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Quality Parks Kicks Off Month Long, August 2009, Wild Turkey Sighting Survey
Summer's a great time for enjoying Long Island's natural resources. Why not also support its conservation? - July 29, 2009 - Quality Parks
Kingspan Water Publishes Guide to Rainwater Harvesting for Installers
Kingspan Water, a leading supplier of rainwater harvesting equipment to the UK building industry, has published an introductory guide to rainwater harvesting for plumbers and installers on its website. The guide covers operating principles for UK rainwater harvesting equipment, how to distinguish... - July 25, 2009 - Kingspan Environmental
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan Helps Inspire People to Give Back at Philadelphia's Nicetown CDC's 7th Annual Give Back to the Community Festival
Are you giving back? The Nicetown CDC and Jazmine Sullivan want to inspire you to actively give back to your community. Come, be a part of NTCDCs 7th Annual Give Back To The Community Festival & Concerts with Philly's own Jazmine Sullivan August 7 and 8, 2009, 12pm - 9pm daily at the Nicetown Park on 4300 Germantown Avenue. Come sign the Give Back Wall while enjoying two days of culture, fun, learning, and celebrating the power of giving back. - July 25, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
President of Intuitive Concepts Featured in Columbus Dispatch "Feng Shui Should be Felt, Not Seen"
Diana Garber was featured on the front page of the Home & Garden Section in one of central Ohio's most recognizable Sunday papers. The article discusses how the ancient practice of Feng Shui was used at the Dani Home at the 2009 BIA Parade of Homes. - July 24, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
California May Rival Western Europe in Development and Deployment of Renewable Energy in Next Decade, Says AltaTerra Research
California leads the U.S. in renewable energy. Learn more about the technologies, companies, markets, and policies that are driving growth during AltaTerra’s July 30th web conference: “Keys to California.” - July 24, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Dr. Bud Smart of Audubon Environmental Releases Sustainable Development Design Podcast
Audubon Environmental (www.audubonenv.com), a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced the release of a podcast discussing sustainable development design. In the... - July 24, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
Stephen Ashkin Helps Wal-Mart Score
Stephen Ashkin, President of The Ashkin Group and the jansan industry’s leading advocate for Green Cleaning, has been invited by Wal-Mart to be a part of what the retailer refers to as their “network.” - July 21, 2009 - The Ashkin Group
ClearCarbon Expects Real Benefits for Suppliers from Wal-Mart Supply Chain Sustainability Index
The Wal-Mart Sustainability Index presents an opportunity for supplier companies to more effectively manage their carbon, energy, and costs. - July 20, 2009 - ClearCarbon
Carbon Market Data and ZE PowerGroup Inc. Sign Data Licensing Agreement
Carbon Market Data, the global provider of emissions data, and ZE PowerGroup Inc., the developer of the award winning data management solution, ZEMA, announced today that they have entered into a data distribution agreement. This agreement means the energy industry will have access to Carbon Market... - July 18, 2009 - ZE PowerGroup
Community Green Energy’s Solar Roof Sweepstakes Runs Through 2009
Community Green Energy has launched a sweepstakes as part of its goal to put 1,000 new solar roofs in cities across America. The “Solar Roof” sweepstakes runs through December 31, 2009, and is open to all adult U.S. residents. One winner will receive a complete 1 kilowatt roof mounted solar photovoltaic package. - July 18, 2009 - Community Green Energy
Confused About Carbon Offsets? Greenopia Ranks Top Ten Personal Offsetters.
Today Greenopia released a comprehensive ranking of the top ten Carbon Offset companies for mitigating personal climate impact produced by flying, driving, and from household energy consumption. Topping the list are TerraPass and EnPalo. Carbon Offsets have been under fire in recent years due to... - July 18, 2009 - Greenopia.com
One Year Later, Youngest Solo Circumnavigator Returns Safely to Port Using ClearPoint Weather Service and Satellite Phone
First Sailor Under 18 to Cross the Globe in a Sailboat Weathered Oceanic Storms - July 17, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies
Economical & Environmental Compliance Monitoring
Sper Scientific introduces EPA and OSHA compliance monitoring equipment that is economically, as well as environmentally, friendly. - July 17, 2009 - Sper Scientific, LTD
New Patent Opens New Avenues for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation
Current research firmly overrides previous scientific belief that petroleum and other aromatic hydrocarbons do not respond to anaerobic decontamination. A recent patent license agreement between EOS Remediation and the full-service global consulting firm Delta Consultants adds a highly effective approach to EOS Remediation’s stable of anaerobic bioremediation products, providing customers an innovative, cost-effective solution for petroleum hydrocarbon remediation. - July 16, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Green Company's Newest Office Located in "Like Minded" Philadelphia Region
Five Winds International announces the opening of their newest office in the Philadelphia area to meet growing demand for sustainability services; the Philadelphia region's push for greener operations makes the area attractive for the firm. - July 15, 2009 - Five Winds International
LionForce ecoLiving Home Receives LEED Gold
The U.S. Green Building Council Awards LionForce Building Systems LEED Gold Certification. - July 14, 2009 - LionForce Building Systems
Spiderman S. Mulholland, U S Building Consultants, is Issuing a Warning About Conducting Remediation on Homes with Defective Chinese Drywall
A leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese drywall, Spiderman S. Mulholland, Senior Forensic investigator and national consultant with U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc., is issuing a warning to those conducting remediation on homes and buildings across the states including Florida. - July 12, 2009 - USBCI
FPC Announces Major Milestone in Tree Farming Initiative
The Forest Products Commission (FPC) has reached a crucial milestone in a major tree planting project to deliver carbon permits to energy retailer, Synergy. Acting General Manager Paul Tzaikos confirmed that FPC had acquired more than 5,000 hectares of land for its tree planting contract with... - July 12, 2009 - Forest Products Commission
iMapHurricane! Video Widget Brings Streaming-Video Hurricane Center Updates to Media Sites and Mobile Phones
National Hurricane Center (NHC) Briefings Delivered Directly to Newspaper, Radio, and Television Websites, iPhone Users - July 11, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies
Green Lighting Isn’t Just About Wicked - Lightswitch Architectural LEEDS the Discussion at Design Industry Annual Conference
Avraham Mor, LEED AP, partner at Lightswitch Architectural, an award winning provider of architectural lighting design services, facilitated two discussions that emphasized the place lighting has in design at NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2009 held June 15th - 17th. - July 10, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
President of Intuitive Concepts Featured in United Kingdom's Feng Shui Society Newsletter
The President of Intuitive Concepts was interviewed and featured in an article in the UK's FengShuiSociety recent newsletter. The article discusses Garber's approach to classic Feng Shui and the impact Feng Shui has on today's world crises. - July 09, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
WCP Solar Services Announces Partnership with ENERGY STAR
WCP Solar Services has become a partner with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR program. - July 06, 2009 - Walters Consulting & Productions, LLC
Kingspan Water Supplies Rainwater Harvesting to the University of Huddersfield
Kingspan Water, the leading supplier of rainwater harvesting equipment to the UK building industry, has supplied an Envireau system to the University of Huddersfield for its new £14 million Creative Arts Building. The Kingspan Envireau will collect rainwater water from the building’s... - July 02, 2009 - Kingspan Environmental
Intuitive Concepts Donates $1,007 Gift Certificate in TWIG Raffle
Intuitive Concepts has donated a $1,007 gift certificate to be entered in a raffle for this year's BIA Parade of Homes in Dublin, Ohio. Together With Important Goals (TWIG) is hosting the raffle to benefit the Nationwide Children's Hospital. - July 02, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
Flock Fighters USA, the Leader in Bird Repellents and Pigeon Control, Launches New Website
Flock Fighters USA, the leading nuisance bird aversion company in the U.S. has just launched their new website which provides professional information on bird repellents for every industry. - July 01, 2009 - Flock Fighters USA
Enphase Energy, National Semiconductor, SolarTech to Discuss Microinverters, SolarMagic and Improving Photovoltaic System Performance at July 2nd Web Conference
Microinverters and SolarMagic promise to improve the performance of solar photovoltaic systems. But will they deliver? Learn more about these emerging technologies at AltaTerra’s July 2nd web conference: “Improving Photovoltaic System Performance.” - June 28, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Piedmont Geologic Launches New Website
Piedmont Geologic, an environmental assessment and remediation firm, announced today that it has launched a new website as part of a rebranding effort. The site, located at http://www.piedmontgeologic.com, was developed by Strategic Guru of Cary, N.C. The website provides visitors comprehensive... - June 26, 2009 - Piedmont Geologic
RESCUE Green Launches New Website. They Continue to be Leaders in Green Building and Sustainability.
RESCUE Green today launched their new website, now with even more information, more details on the services they offer and more exclusive partnerships that make their consulting and educational services valuable. - June 25, 2009 - RESCUE Green
EOS Remediation Expands International Sales and Marketing Network to Australia
EOS Remediation welcomes Lowell Kessel from Envirologek Technologies to their Sales and Marketing Team. Mr. Kessel’s support will assure the Company’s continued commitment to provide outstanding customer service and assistance to ensure superior remediation outcomes. - June 24, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Fort Mojave Resident Goes Solar with a 5.06kW PV System
DJH Construction, Inc. installs a 5.06kW photovoltaic system for a Fort Mojave, Arizona resident. - June 21, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
Energy Policy and Markets Debates: a New Renewable Energy Feed-in Tariff for California?
AltaTerra Research is pleased to announce two upcoming web conferences in their Energy Policy and Markets Debate series. The series provides background and current status information on feed-in tariffs in North America with a focus on the policy under discussion in California. It is designed to shed light on emerging issues and points of disagreement. - June 18, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Emergence of Low-Carbon Economy Drives New Solutions for Optimizing Business
At a time when many businesses are seeking to understand their carbon footprint and the strategic importance of carbon as an asset or a liability, a new information systems category of Carbon Management Solutions (CMS) is rapidly developing. The newly-released report from AltaTerra Research,... - June 18, 2009 - AltaTerra Research
Audubon Environmental Project Honored with Environmental Award
Miles M. (Bud) Smart, Ph.D., president of Audubon Environmental, a sustainability consulting firm that works with landowners, developers and government entities to protect and sustain land, water, wildlife and natural resources, has announced that the Bahía Beach Resort & Golf Club in... - June 18, 2009 - Audubon Environmental
Cold Shipping: An Elegant EOS Remediation Solution
EOS Remediation routinely ships EOS®, AquaBupH™ and other enhanced bioremediation products around the world. But recently, a South African firm requested two large shipments of bioaugmentation cultures from NC to the their location – including 31 hours of commercial airline transit. Cultures are extremely sensitive to any changes in temperature. EOS Remediation developed a solution that meet the clients needs and proved their ability to ship thermally controlled cultures globally. - June 17, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Year-Long Effort Secures California Regulatory Thumbs-Up
Working on behalf of client engineering firm URS Corporation, EOS Remediation and its west coast Technical Representative, John Sankey, P.Eng. brought the bioremediation product EOS® through unprecedented, custom testing to meet low-salt/low-metal regulatory standards for two California regulators. The result: a hard-to-secure regulatory approval for EOS®, which may be the only bioremediation product yet to meet these demanding state standards. - June 16, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Air Quality Control Announces East PA Radon Remediation, Testing, and Reduction Services to Reduce Cancer Risk
According to Air Quality Control, some of the Eastern Pennsylvania areas that have elevated levels of radon are Havertown, Norristown, Bethlehem, Aston, Kunkletown, Collegeville, and Wallingford PA. - June 14, 2009 - Air Quality Control Radon Mitigation Remediation
Japan Today, Japan’s English-Language Site, Selects Weather Decision Technologies’ iMap® Weather Map Solution
Weather application shows core geo-located weather across Japan and in Major world cities. - June 14, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies