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National Atheist Party Votes to Change Name to "Secular Party of America"
The membership of the National Atheist Party (NAP) has voted and is announcing name change. - July 18, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Thinking Outside the Box to Create a Shipping Container House
Shipping container self-sustaining house will be the first of its kind in Ontario. - July 18, 2013 - The Wall of Geckos
Excel Learning Center Flips the Switch on New Solar System
Excel Learning Center, a premier childcare facility serving South Jersey, will flip the switch on a brand new solar system at their beautiful six acre Mt. Laurel campus. The 52kW system, designed and installed by the energy experts at Moore Energy, is estimated to cover over fifty percent of the... - July 16, 2013 - Moore Energy LLC
Hearing Set for July 22-23 to Assess Common Core Implementation in Arkansas
The Arkansas House and Senate Education Committees are scheduled to meet to discuss the implementation of the Common Core State Standards in Arkansas. The members of the committees will hear testimonies from both those who support Common Core and those who oppose it. Arkansas Against Common Core... - July 16, 2013 - Arkansas Against Common Core
Get Hooked on Downhill Mountain Biking with a Special, 4-Week Class from Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Intermediate and advanced level mountain bikers are invited to learn the skills needed to happily ride trails at Stevens Pass and Whistler Mountain Bike Parks in this special 4-class series - or just the final, one-day clinic at Stevens Pass. - July 13, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Four Swedish Corporates Make the Top 100 Globally for Resource Efficiency
Four publicly traded Swedish companies have been included in the Osmosis Resource Efficiency Index (ticker MOREWOUT), an index that tracks the relative resource efficiency of the world largest companies in the developed markets. - July 12, 2013 - Osmosis Investment Management
Dr. Yazan Manna Honored with Distinguished Teaching Faculty Award
Award from Student Government Association recognizes his dedication to enhancing students’ classroom experiences - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov Presents Groundbreaking Mathematical Research at Prestigious International Congress of Mathematics 2014
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov, Director of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology, and his frequent collaborator Dr. Olga Kharlampovich of Hunter College have been chosen as speakers at the International Congress of Mathematics (ICM) 2014, the largest conference in the... - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Price of Solar PV Drops 20% Per Year in Canada
The price for solar modules dropped to C$1.52 per watt in 2011, compared with $9.41 in 2001, which is in contrast to other reports which indicate that the growth of renewable energy in Canada is increasing at a slower rate than the consumption of non-renewable energy sources. - July 10, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
EOS 100 Receives PE Editor's Choice Award 2013
EOS Remediation, LLC's newest product, EOS 100, receives the PE Editor's Choice Award. - July 10, 2013 - EOS Remediation, LLC
The Launch of Bushwise Hospitality Internship Training Courses at Luxury Safari Lodges Across South Africa
Bushwise launches Hospitality Internship Training Courses in luxury safari lodges on some of the finest game reserves in South Africa; unique and exciting career development opportunities in the African wilderness. - July 05, 2013 - Bushwise
Evening Programs at Appalachian Trail Biennial Feature Music, Culture, and Trails
The 2013 Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Biennial Conference organizers invite the public to attend live music, dancing, presentations about hiking trails, and a Cherokee storyteller from Sunday, July 21 to Thursday, July 25 at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Events... - July 04, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Maine Community Foundation Awards Grant for New Conservation Summer Camp
For the past several years the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District has offered a Natural Resources and Agricultural Summer Camp to children ages 7-12. Starting this summer, the PCSWCD will be offering a Teen Conservation Camp for youth ages 13-18! With generous funding provided... - June 30, 2013 - Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District
Amnesty International Prepares for Tennessee Conference
Amnesty International is preparing for a statewide human rights conference at the end of September 2013. - June 29, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring Program Invasive Plant Patrol Workshop in Dover-Foxcroft
Maine VLMP Invasive Plant Patrol Workshop in Dover-Foxcroft - June 28, 2013 - Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District
Canada Will Remain Below the World Growth in Most Renewable Energies
New international data predict that Canada will lag most other nations in the growth of electricity from renewable energy sources, which must serve as a "wake up" call for more action, says the canadian association for renewable energies. - June 27, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Richard Pieper to Receive National Award for Character and Citizenship
The Character Education Partnership (CEP) is proud to announce that Richard R. Pieper Sr, entrepreneur, community leader and philanthropist, has been chosen to receive the 2013 American Patriot of Character Award. Each year, the award is given to one American citizen whose leadership exemplifies... - June 26, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Former Pro Mountain Bikers to Guest Coach at Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance’s 2-Day Skills Clinic
Mountain Bikers of all abilities are invited to join former Pro Racers Kat Sweet of Sweetlines, Simon Lawton of Fluidride, and the certified Evergreen Mountain Bike coaches for this special Skills Clinic. - June 26, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Kickstarter Campaign Will Conserve Energy and Save Money
The rising heat in Arizona means rising energy bills. Two Arizona entrepreneurs aim combat rising energy bills with a low cost, intelligent air filter monitor. - June 23, 2013 - Innovation Play LLC
The Landings Joins Audubon International's Sustainable Communities Program
The private community of The Landings on Savannah’s Skidaway Island recently became the first community in Georgia to join Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program. "As a representative of The Landings Association, we are very pleased that this group of staff,... - June 23, 2013 - Audubon International
P&G Children’s Safe Drinking Water Pioneer Joining World Vision
World Vision is currently the largest nongovernmental rural water provider in the world. - June 21, 2013 - World Vision US
AmpleHarvest.org to be Presented at International Philanthropy Conference in Athens Greece
Panel exploring best practice examples and new ideas for the non-profit sector to highlight AmpleHarvest.org's solution to hunger and food waste. - June 18, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Audubon International Certified Member Merion Golf Club Hosts U.S. Open
Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania is hosting the U.S. Open from June 13-16, 2013. Merion is recognized by Audubon International for their accomplishments in sustainable natural resource management and has been designated a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. One of Merion’s most... - June 16, 2013 - Audubon International
San Diego CA Retired Army First Sergeant Opens Wildlife Control Business
As a wildlife management professional, Vince Piyamanothamkul believes it is important to give people accurate information about the animals that inhabit Southern California. Although sometimes a nuisance, these animals are just trying to find a place to live, to forage for food, and nurture their young. - June 14, 2013 - A All Animal Control
NC State’s Lonnie Poole Golf Course Receives Audubon International Signature Certification
The Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University earned Signature Certification from Audubon International. - June 14, 2013 - Audubon International
Environment Commissioner Underscores Association's Call for Green Heat
Ontario's Environmental Commissioner criticizes the lack of support for green heat options from renewable energy; calls subsidy for solar PV "perverse" because it excludes solar thermal. - June 13, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Canada Fails to Make Top-Ten in Green Power Consumption
Annual review tracks the good news in solar and wind, and the bad news in biofuels for Canada and all countries around the world. - June 12, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Geoaxioma Philippine Permaculture Project “Plant The Trees And Light The Villages” Breaks More Records
The Record Breaking Tree Planting in May 2013, Makes This Project the Most Successful in Southern Mindanao Delivering Not Only Money to the Planting Families But Much Needed Solar Lights, Which Have a 20-Year Life Span. - June 12, 2013 - Bentley House International Corp
Building Peaceful Families Announces 2013 "Top Community Dads Award" Winners
Ten outstanding Bay Area men inducted into The Silicon Valley Fatherhood Hall of Fame. - June 12, 2013 - Building Peaceful Families
Two College Students Named to National Non-Profit Board of Directors
John Wirges, a junior at Hampden-Sydney College, and Janelle Rouse, a sophomore at Widener University have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Character Education Partnership (CEP), a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. CEP works with schools across the nation to develop strategies that reinforce academic excellence and foster respect, responsibility, honesty, diligence, service and citizenship. - June 11, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Domestic Violence Survivor Brings Global Concert to Buffalo for 4th Year
Suzanne Perry has been to hell, and spent 22 years there. Luckily, she's made it back. After a year of soul-searching, she found herself and began her march in the name of all who have been overtaken and abused in their lives. From a suburb just outside of Buffalo, New York, USA, the 4th annual concert to commemorate all who have lost their voice, all who are in limbo, and all who have survived through domestic violence will take place. - June 11, 2013 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Red Window Project Launches Stomp for Freedom 5k Run/Walk for Trafficking Survivors
Stomp for Freedom 5k Run/Walk in San Francisco Bay Area on September 7 lets participants spend the summer seeking donations from friends and family to support Red Window Project's restoration services for survivors of human trafficking and criminal exploitation. - June 10, 2013 - Red Window Project
Joan Duffell Named to National Nonprofit Board of Directors
Joan Cole Duffell, Executive Director of the Committee for Children, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Character Education Partnership (CEP), a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. CEP works with schools across the nation to develop strategies that reinforce academic... - June 10, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Promising Practices in Character Education Announced for 2013
The Character Education Partnership (CEP) has announced that it will award 262 Promising Practices to schools, districts, and youth-serving organizations from across the United States as well as from Canada, China, India, Mexico, and New Zealand. This year’s winning practices include unique anti-bullying programs, creative ways to integrate character and academic subjects, effective strategies for developing student leadership, and activities that build community – within the school and beyond. - June 09, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Emmy Award Winner LeVar Burton to Appear on Opening Night of RENT on Friday June 14th, a Fundraiser Benefiting AIDS Research Alliance
AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) announced today that on Friday evening, June 14th, actor/activist LeVar Burton will appear on Opening Night of RENT at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood. A portion of the proceeds from this performance and the performances on June 15th and 16th will benefit AIDS Research... - June 08, 2013 - AIDS Research Alliance
Sustainability Certification Programs Now Offered at No Additional Cost to ISC-Audubon Platinum Members
These programs include; The Sustainable Golf Facility Program, The Sustainable Equestrian Facility Program, The Sustainable Landscapes Programs, The Sustainable Homes Programs, and the Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary Programs. - June 07, 2013 - ISC-Audubon
Dr. Malinovskaya Presented Ultracold Quantum Research at Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics
Dr. Svetlana Malinovskaya, Professor of Physics at Stevens Institute of Technology, presented her innovative work on ultracold dynamics and decoherence at the influential Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (KITP). Hundreds of theoretical physicists and other scientists came from all over the... - June 06, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
U.S. Gas & Electric Re-Launches as New York Gas & Electric in the State of New York
U.S. Gas & Electric will officially operate as New York Gas & Electric in the State of New York. - June 06, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Humanitarian Organization Raises Awareness, Funds for Guatemalan Projects
Humanity First Guatemala Executive Director to speak in Chicago about humanitarian projects. - June 05, 2013 - Humanity First
Longtime Farm Pilot Project Coordination (FPPC) Manager Bob Monley Retires
Bob Monley has announced his retirement after serving nearly nine years as general manager of FPPC, Farm Pilot Project Coordination, a leader in agricultural conservation and technology research. ”Our many advancements in developing clean water and nutrient management technology would not... - June 05, 2013 - Farm Pilot Project Coordination, Inc.
AmpleHarvest.org Signs 6,000th Food Pantry
Nationwide Registry Enabling Millions of Home Growers to Donate Excess Garden Produce Now Working with 20% of America’s Food Pantries. - June 04, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Former NFL Great Scholarship Fund to Host Free Youth Football Camp
CAMP 76 was created in memory of former University of Tennessee Volunteer and National Football League player Harry Galbreath. The purpose of the camp is to assist in the development of children who want to excel both on and off the field through football. - June 04, 2013 - Tennessee Urban Resource Center
Carolina RailHawks Partner with Enable America in Support of Employment for People with Disabilities
Furthering their commitment to increase the employment of people with disabilities, the Carolina RailHawks are partnering with Enable America on a promotion that will help support the non-profit organization’s Career Mentoring Day and Job Skills Workshop programs for those who are disabled,... - June 02, 2013 - Enable America
Dr. David Hardy Joins AIDS Research Alliance's Board; Brings 30+ Years HIV Medical Experience
AIDS Research Alliance is pleased to announce the addition of a very experienced HIV researcher and physician to their Board of Directors. Dr. David Hardy, the Director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of... - June 01, 2013 - AIDS Research Alliance
Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day June 8th at the Evergreen Mountain Bike Festival
The whole family is invited to King County’s Duthie Hill Park in Issaquah for a full day of mountain bike trail riding, competitions, kid’s events and fun in the great outdoors. - June 01, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Teachers Awarded More Than $70,000 in Classroom Grants Through Business Investments in Partnership
Wake Education Partnership Contributes Grants to 34 Wake County School Teachers. - June 01, 2013 - Wake Education
STOMP Out Bullying™ Chosen as Beneficiary of The Sephora Values Inside Out Program
The Values Inside Out program matches individual Sephora stores with local non-profits. Sephora Fifth Avenue New York City chose STOMP Out Bullying as their charity to help educate, raise and raise awareness to end bullying and cyberbullying. - June 01, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
NFL Pro Bowler Marcedes Lewis to Host the Giving Voices 2013 Gifting Lounge
NFL Pro-bowl player, Marcedes Lewis will host The Giving Voices 2013 ESPY’S Gifting Lounge and Pre-Party in support of charity GO Campaign, July 16. - May 31, 2013 - Giving Voices
Mother Nature, Morristown, and the Revolutionary War Soldier
Great Swamp Watershed Association and Morristown NHP partner to tell the story of George Washington’s Jockey Hollow Encampment of 1779-80. - May 31, 2013 - Great Swamp Watershed Association
Renewable Energy is Declining in Canada
The share of renewable energy in Canada continues to decline as a percentage of total energy consumption, in sharp contrast to the growth rates in most developed nations. Data released today by the World Bank indicate that Canada may be a barrier in the UN goal to double the share of renewables in global energy mix by 2030. - May 30, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)