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THE ELEPHANT WHISPERER: MY LIFE WITH THE HERD IN THE AFRICAN WILDLawrence Anthony's extraordinary bestseller The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild celebrates its US publishing launch this week. - November 14, 2009 Geothermal Heat Systems Services from Triterra Now Available for Residential, Commercial Projects
Geothermal heat systems services, a new technology that takes advantage of Michigan's ground temperature, are now available through Triterra. The systems are considered a much more efficient and environmentally friendly source of heating and cooling. - November 11, 2009 Superior Lamp Inc. now Offers Safety Coated Light Bulbs
Superior Lamp Inc. now offers heavy duty, energy efficient, Teflon safety coated light bulbs that are perfect for all applications which require additional safety measures. - October 29, 2009 Superior Lamp Announces It's "Fall Back Program"
Each year Americans move into the fall season and are turning on their lights earlier and consuming more costly energy. Superior Lamps new "Fall Back Program" is a concerted effort by their organization to keep information in front of all consumers regarding ways to reduce all energy consumption. - September 30, 2009 Green Hive Foundation Launches Funding Campaign
Advancing Sustainable Design and Building Practices - July 25, 2009 Superior Lamp Opens The Door to Enter The Eco-Friendly "Green" Industry
Superior Lamp Inc. is now offering career opportunities in the "Green" Eco-Friendly Industry. With the environment on everyone's minds these days, Superior Lamp has been able to effectively position their company to offer career openings within this lucrative field. - July 22, 2009 ClearCarbon Expects Real Benefits for Suppliers from Wal-Mart's Supply Chain Sustainability Index
The Wal-Mart Sustainability Index provides an opportunity for supplier companies to more effectively manage their carbon, energy and costs. - July 17, 2009 Will science teachers send kid's Earth Day reports to recycle bin? Green lighting manufacturer has bright hopes
Green lighting fixtures manufacturer releases 16-article Earth Day "cheat sheet" for school students to help them get assignment done faster, get outside sooner - April 11, 2009 'Go Paperless' Arbor Day Challenge Announced by Jackson Hole PR Firm
Jackson Hole PR firm WordenGroup Strategic Public Relations announces "Go Paperless" initiative for Arbor Day. - April 09, 2009 Media Advisory: ImageTree features fourth Idea Leadership speaker Joel Campbell
Geospatial industry imagery expert to discuss technology enhancements and their impact on the forest industry. Certified foresters are eligible for 2.5 hours of continuing education credits. - April 09, 2009 New Report Finds Shortage Of Greenhouse Gas Experts To Tackle Climate Change
2009 Greenhouse Gas and Climate Change Workforce Needs Assessment Survey Report shows significant growth, interest and career opportunities in climate change industry. - February 04, 2009 Sinai Internet Dental Marketing Firm Goes Green
In an effort to do its part to reduce its carbon footprint, Sinai Marketing has implemented a number of "green" initiatives in its day-to-day operations. - November 27, 2008 LegalView Informs Readers of Fake Documents for Asbestos Removal Workers Increasing Risks of Mesothelioma Among Americans
LegalView recently alerted readers to a disturbing report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding thousands of asbestos removal workers who had falsified documents in order to obtain employment. - November 20, 2008 Superior Lamp Continues to Commit to Customers by Offering "Green" Products
Superior Lamp now offers a new bulb, the LumiTwist™, which is specifically designed for helping the environment. - November 12, 2008 GHG Management Institute and Association of Energy Engineers Cooperate on Training to Advance Energy Efficiency for Carbon Markets
The GHG Management Institute and Association of Energy Engineers signed a cooperative agreement to train professionals working on climate change through energy efficiency. The Institute will build on AEE's training, based on International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, and develop specific courses on GHG accounting for energy efficiency projects, applying internationally recognized standards and protocols including the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064. - August 20, 2008 GreenSummit, Sept. 5-6 at Phoenix Convention Center, will be one of the top green events and conferences this year
GreenSummit is the place to find innovative solutions for a more sustainable world. Leaders in business, government, academia, and the general public will come together to catalyze change for the Southwest and beyond. - August 15, 2008 LegalView Offers Mesothelioma Blog Readers Details of Disconcerting Request to Decrease Asbestos Regulations from Industry
LegalView informed mesothelioma blog readers of an potentially troubling request by automotive, chemical and mining industries' paid researchers to "water down" asbestos regulations. - August 14, 2008 AndoverCG Endorses Responsible Disposal of EWaste and Bolsters Efforts to Protect the Environment
Environmentally-conscious AndoverCG is once again highlighting the fact that, year-on-year, the US faces a growing battle with discarded technology, particularly computers. - August 06, 2008 American Bio Recovery Services of Nashville, TN and KRI Crime Scene Cleanup of Tyler, Texas Announce Launch of Bio Recovery 911
Crime scene clean up, trauma scene cleaning, accident and suicide clean up will be done by professionals trained in crime and trauma scene cleaning in order to protect current and future occupants of the property. - July 19, 2008 GHG Management Institute and GE AES Venture Launch Institute’s First Corporate Partnership: Training To Advance Carbon Market
The Greenhouse Gas Management Institute and Greenhouse Gas Services, LLC, a venture of GE and the AES Corporation, announced today they will develop and provide online courses to train professionals on accounting techniques for verifying the scientific and environmental integrity of greenhouse gas (GHG) credits generated by projects that reduce GHG emissions. - June 03, 2008 Rocky Mountain Mattress Announces Green Mattress Removal
Is there an earth friendly way to dispose of your old bed? Rocky Mountain Mattress would like to share with the general public a list of helpful suggestions for getting rid of an old bed. - May 02, 2008 Foremost Groups Inc. Introduces New HET Water-Saving Toilets
Foremost Groups Inc, a manufacturer of home furnishing products, has released a line of High-Efficiency toilets designed to conserve water amidst anticipated widespread droughts in the near future. - April 03, 2008 GHG Management Institute selected to develop accreditation process and training program for verifiers under Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI)
The GHG Management Institute has been chosen as one of the service providers to support the emissions offset component of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). The GHG Management Institute will work on the accreditation process and training program for offset project verifiers. The Institute will work with ICF International, which has been chosen to work on the Model Applications. - March 18, 2008 WILD REPUBLIC LEAPS TO ASSIST YEAR OF THE FROG
Wild Republic, the nature-themed toy company, has spawned an offering in support of The Association of Zoo and Aquarium’s 2008 Year of the Frog campaign that engages the public about the current amphibian extinction crisis. - March 03, 2008 A Serious Concern For Global Warming Has Entered The Consciousness Of Mankind says Christos Margetis
Christos Margetis, an online media expert coming from a country that cares a lot about environmental and energy policies as also global warming, with his new podcast alerts the world to provide ecological awareness. - January 29, 2008 Automated E-waste Shredding System Operational
Asset LifeCycle broadens its current collection services to create a complete Electronic Reclamation and Waste Processing Facility. - January 07, 2008 Green energy: An eco…logical step forward for Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas launches global offer for Green Energy (solar/PV, wind, fuel cell) suppliers - December 24, 2007 EcoUnit Partners with Carbonfund.org to be Carbon Neutral
EcoUnit, the rewards program for the environment, partners with Carbonfund.org to go carbon free. EcoUnit's membership of eco-aware consumers, who sample eco-friendly products and provide feedback to earth-friendly companies, can now redeem their EcoUnit credits for carbon offsets. - December 20, 2007 UTBox’s Fax by Email promotes the Green Office for Australia
UTBox has partnered with Greening Australia to donate funds for planting trees. - December 19, 2007 New Improved UK Energy Saving Calculator On-Line Now
UK Energy Saving have updated their popular Energy Saving Calculator with information on carbon savings. - December 17, 2007 New Improved UK Energy Saving Calculator On-Line Now
UK Energy Saving have updated their popular Energy Saving Calculator with information on carbon savings. - December 16, 2007 Vamoose® Kits for Permanent Removal of Tobacco Odors caused by Cigarettes, Pipes and Cigars Now Available
Removal of Tobacco Smells and Stains at the Molecular Level – Permanently with Vamoose® - December 13, 2007 Keeping Earth in Business Gets Easier
OnePercentForThePlanet.org gets an online overhaul to keep pace with almost $30 million in growth. - December 11, 2007 KEC International Bags Two New Projects Worth Rs. 637 Crores
•Rs. 391 Crores win in Abu Dhabi; Largest single win ever, in dollar value terms, for KEC •Rs. 246 crores turnkey contract in Algeria - December 01, 2007 KEC International Bags Two New Projects Worth Rs. 400 Crores
•Rs. 260 Crores Turnkey contract in Saudi Arabia •Rs. 140 Crores Turnkey contract in Namibia - December 01, 2007 ZAYAS ENERGY LAUNCHES DEALER PROGRAM
Zayas Energy is looking for high end Certified Solar Integrators - November 30, 2007 UK Energy Saving Looks Back Over a Year of Change in the Lives of Free Plastic Bags
2007 has been a year of change for the humble plastic bag, with consumers realising that their proliferation is not actually a good thing. UK Energy Saving looks at some of the events which have marked this year. - November 28, 2007 ECOLIFE To GO Public
Ecolife Developments Ltd., the specialist Ecology builder in the Americas and Caribbean is delighted to announce the decision of its Board of Directors to pursue a float on the London Stock Exchange - November 25, 2007 Service Lighting & Electrical Supplies Announces “Green Energy Alliance"
Service Lighting and Electrical Supplies (1000Bulbs.com) announced today a strategic partnership with Lighting Services & Sign Company, PCG and Princeton Energy Systems in the formation of a “Green Energy Alliance” to assist business customers seeking to be energy efficient. - November 23, 2007 BGowan Lauches New Less Watts Website
New Site Reflects BGowan Marketing's Signature Style - November 22, 2007 Enviro-Equipment Inc. shines at recent Trade Show Events
In 1997, Enviro-Equipment Inc. established us as an industry leading environmental organization with deep roots in North Carolina that now reaches worldwide. By broadening our business scope, EEI now has the responsibility to attend many trade show events across the country. We feel that meeting people face to face allows us to give a personal touch to our business approach. - November 19, 2007 UK Energy Saving Green Award Nomination is Great Start to their Second Year
It has been a busy but positive year for UK Energy Saving and the team are looking forward to an equally successful second year. - November 16, 2007 Free White Paper Details Hospital Strategies for Meeting Joint Commission Compliance Requirements in the Environment of Care
NEWTON, MASS. – A free white paper is now available to help hospitals prepare for new Joint Commission (formerly JCAHO) accreditation requirements and unannounced surveys at: http://www.eheinc.com/jcaho.htm. - November 15, 2007 Creating the Necessary Conditions for a Sustainable Future
The Institute for Human Conceptual and Mental Development (IHCMD) announces the release of its insightful report "Beyond Managing Environmental Crises: Creating the Necessary Conditions for a Sustainable, Peaceful and Secure Future." - November 14, 2007 Mayor of South Pasadena Recognizes Community Leaders for Installing Largest Commercial Solar System in South Pasadena
Mayor Michael Cacciotti will recognize business leaders Jeffrey Burke and Lorraine Triolo for installing the largest commercial solar electricity system in South Pasadena and Pasadena. The solar Array Will Offset 67,000 Pounds of Carbon Dioxide Annually in Fight Against Air Pollution and Energy Shortages. - November 12, 2007 And the Winner is… the Oil Companies!
Inventor's Day (www.inventors-day.com) is held on November 9th, the birthday of film beauty and ingenious inventor Hedy Lamarr. - November 11, 2007 HOH eCard helps companies reduce their carbon footprint
HOH Ltd is playing its part in saving the planet by helping companies reduce their CO2 emissions this Christmas and offering them the opportunity to send Christmas cards by email. - November 11, 2007 CleanAIR Systems Develops New Online Media Press Room
Manufacturer of air pollution control technology incorporates today’s social media resources and multi-media tools to distribute company and environmental news - November 09, 2007 New environmentally friendly web site launched
www.Enviro-Office.co.uk is an internet-based office supply and stationery store reselling recycled and environmentally friendly products across the United Kingdom - November 08, 2007 Eco life – eco death
Eco funerals are on the up in Dorset with a rising number of residents opting for bamboo coffins and woodland burials. - November 08, 2007 There Ought To Be A Law
Making a splash as the wised-up critics of the US green movement with their "death of environmentalism" essay in 2004, Ted Nordhaus and Michael Shellenberger try to make a bigger splash with their new book, "Break Through: From the Death of Environmentalism to the Politics of Possibility" (Houghton Mifflin). They don't succeed finds Nancy Anderson in her November 2007 Torchlight column for the Sallan Foundation. - November 06, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre supports underwater tidal power station off the coast of Wales
The Renewable Energy Centre today announced its support of the underwater tidal power station which is to be situated off the Pembrokeshire coast and for which proposals have now been submitted to the UK government. - November 03, 2007 BMG India announces IEMA registered Lead Auditors Training for ISO 14001:2004.
With the increased awareness of the impact of industrialization on the environment and the society at large, leading corporations are taking responsible actions towards sustainable development. - November 02, 2007 The Big Apple Turns Up The Green With New York City's First Go Green Expo, April 2008
Go Green Expo is the First Consumer Event of its Kind to Hit Manhattan — Designed For a Greener Tomorrow From Sustainable Décor to Eco-Minded Partner, ConEdison Solutions - October 28, 2007 UK Energy Saving Comments on the Outcome of the Soil Association Air Freight Consultation
UK Energy Saving have released their thoughts on the outcome of the consultation into whether air freighted organic produce should be stripped of its status. - October 27, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk urges Gordon Brown not to renege on 2020 Renewable Energy Targets.
The Guardian yesterday reported that a leaked government document contained recommendations to negotiate a reduction in the 2020 European Union target that 20% of all UK energy must come from renewable sources. - October 26, 2007 Online Success No Fluke with new Corporate Blog for Enviro-Equipment Inc.
In 1997, Enviro-Equipment realized the growth potential the Internet had for their business. In 2007, EEI once again is embracing technology to keep that growth going by launching the Enviro-Equipment Corporate Blog. - October 25, 2007 Enviro-Equipment promotes Manager from within and enhances its work force with experience and performance
For over 14 years the experienced environmental professionals at Enviro-Equipment have provided quality environmental rental equipment and products. - October 19, 2007 The opening of the Northwest Passage causes concern for The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk
Throughout September it has been widely reported that global warming is to blame for a record reduction in sea ice which covers the famous Northwest Passage, providing a shipping link between the Pacific and Atlantic. The Renewable Energy Centre also today voiced its concerns about the consequences of this region being free from ice. - October 17, 2007 LuAnn Mattson Promoted to Operations Manager at Alternative Energy Store
DATELINE: HUDSON AND WORCESTER, MA: Online retailer, the Alternative Energy Store has recently promoted LuAnn Mattson to Operations Manager. - October 16, 2007 Epcon Opens Business in China
Epcon announces the manufacture and supply of a curing oven in Suzhou China - October 12, 2007 New White Paper Details Six Steps to Investigate and Prevent Laboratory Accidents
NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS – October 11, 2007 – A new, free white paper, titled “A ‘Six Step’ Process to Investigate and Prevent Laboratory Accidents,” is now available for download at: www.eheinc.com/labaccidents.htm. - October 11, 2007 CrypticThinking.com Posts New Evidence to Support Ancient Astronaut Theory
Archaeological depictions of an aquatic alien and a review of theological texts now join cryptological studies to focus on a single ancient astronaut of the late sixth century A.D. - October 07, 2007 New Wildlife Blog that encourages different sides to give their voice to important subjects
http://www.NaturePhotographyWithAPurpose.com has added a new blog to the website. Http://blog.NaturePhotographyWithAPurpose.com is a blog that focuses on wildlife and their habitat as well as nature photography. Http://blog.NaturePhotographyWithAPurpose.com is a blog that focuses on wildlife and their habitat as well as nature photography. - October 07, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre claims Severn Barrage is a Double Edged Sword.
A ripple of concern swept through the renewable energy industry yesterday, following John Hutton’s announcement at the Bournmouth Labour Party Conference to commission a feasibility study for the Severn Barrage proposal. - October 04, 2007 Forget Orange, Have a Green Halloween and Bonfire Night!
Go green this autumn and check out UK Energy Saving's tip for an eco-friendly Halloween and Bonfire Night. - October 03, 2007 Micro Generation Of Energy For the Home - Thin Film Batteries
“After Florida and the Netherlands Are Under Water It’s Toooooo Late” — Home Based Generation of DC Electricity - September 29, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre Partners with the World Future Energy Summit 2008
In its continued fight against climate change, The Renewable Energy Centre announced today its support for The World Energy Summit 2008, an exhibition aimed at showcasing the latest innovations in technology, opportunities in the industry, as well as new ideas from the leading companies and experts in the field. - September 28, 2007 Fox Wastepack Systems to be exhibiting at up-coming trade shows.
Trash Compacting Manufacturer announces attendance and product display at upcoming industry trade shows. Its new 1600 trash compactor model will be on display - September 22, 2007 Next Generation Vehicle went public in Frankfurt: The truth about tomorrow´s cars
On September 12, during the IAA 2007 in Frankfurt, Next Generation Vehicle gave a press conference at the Marriott Hotel. The event gave a presentation of the project and its implications for tomorrow´s cars. Next Generation Vehicle is a joint research project and includes the following partners: Audi, BMW, Fiat, DaimlerChrysler, Outokumpu, Saab Automobiles, ThyssenKrupp, ArcelorMittal - Stainless Europe (Ugine&Alz), and Volvo Cars. - September 20, 2007 Univenture Expands Offerings for EcoEndure™ Product Line
Biodegradable Polypropylene Eco-Friendly Packaging, Document Storage and Mailing Products and Solutions Now Available. - September 14, 2007 Have You Checked Out the UK Energy Saving Calculator?
UK Energy Saving promotes their energy saving calculator. - September 13, 2007 HMI Names First Member Of Exclusive Affiliate Program In The Greater Washington Metro Market
Doug Malawsky, EVP of Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. (HMI), has announced that Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, a leading residential and commercial real estate provider in the Greater Washington Metro Market, has signed an agreement to become a member of HMI’s new Real Estate Affiliate Program. - September 07, 2007 Big event crowds waste less water
Coates is spreading the message to crowds at big events across Australia about a new way to save water. - September 04, 2007 FreshTracks Capital Announces Investment In NativeEnergy
(Charlotte, VT) - FreshTracks Capital II, L.P. (“FreshTracks”), a Middlebury-based venture capital fund with a primary interest in Vermont investments, announced that it has invested alongside Village Ventures in the Series A financing of NativeEnergy, a Charlotte, Vermont -based marketer of renewable energy credits (RECs) and carbon offsets. - September 02, 2007 Bella’s Cookies honoring Delaware Young Environmentalists
Bella’s Cookies (a green, organic & vegan bakery) highlights the 2007 winners of Delaware’s Young Environmentalist Awards. Bella’s co-sponsored this year’s awards, presenting winners with a basket of their all-natural and organic cookies. - August 31, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre: King Review of Low Carbon Cars
The Renewable Energy Centre today commented on responses to the King Review of Low Carbon Cars’ call for evidence. - August 30, 2007 Sundance Channel Announces Winner of User-Generated Eco-Contest “What's the Big Idea?”
The Sundance Channel has announced that Mark Sanders of Louisville, KY, and his product, “The Aqus”, has been named winner of the “What’s the Big Idea?” contest. The national contest is an extension of The Sundance Channel's new programming block, The Green, which features the original series, “Big Ideas for A Small Planet™.” Winner Mark Sanders’ “Big Idea” focuses on water conservation. “The Aqus” is a water conservation system that cleans and recycles sink water to fill toilet tanks. - August 26, 2007 Harbor Technologies Builds Portable, High-Capacity Floating Pump-Out Station for Marinas
Harbor Technologies, Inc., a provider of innovative and cost-effective composite solutions to the marine infrastructure market, announces that it has used a grant from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to create a portable, floating marine pump-out station from composite materials. The station is extremely high capacity and costs significantly less than traditional fixed facilities. - August 25, 2007 Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. Names First Member Of Exclusive Affiliate Program In The Atlanta Market
Doug Cowles, president and CEO of Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. (HMI), has announced that Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage/Atlanta, a leading residential and commercial real estate provider in the greater Atlanta metropolitan market, has signed an agreement to become a member of HMI’s new Real Estate Affiliate Program. - August 23, 2007 Golden Residents Shaping the City’s “Urban Forest”
Golden residents are helping to shape the future of the city’s “urban forest” through surveys now in progress as part of the City of Golden Tree Project, a scientifically-based approach to increasing environmental benefits from trees growing within city limits. - August 21, 2007 Award-Winning URBAN RE:VISION Takes To The Streets To Provide Low-Income Residents With Free, Energy-Efficient CFL Light Bulbs
On Sunday, August 19th from volunteers from Urban Re:Vision will visit over 40 homes in San Francisco’s Bayview District to exchange incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient CFL bulbs. Local residents will also be given the opportunity to take part by bringing their old bulbs to the Urban Re:Vision staging area for disposal in exchange for new CFL bulbs. In all, over 1,000 CFL bulbs will be distrubuted resulting in a collective savings of over $15,000 in one year. - August 19, 2007 UK Energy Saving Helps You to Plan for a New Eco-Friendly Academic Year
The consumer website http://www.uk-energy-saving.com covers all aspects of energy saving and related topics and their Energy Watch page, http://www.uk-energy-saving.com/energy_watch.html, now includes tips and suggestions for an eco-friendly academic year. - August 17, 2007 Winterborne’s Expansion of Environmentally Sustainable Packaging Facility Recognized by State of California
Letter from Governor Schwarzenegger cites Winterborne’s contributions to state’s economy, workforce and environmental impacts - August 15, 2007 carbonizeIT - Cooling the offenders of Cyber-Warming
As climate change become more obvious with Aviation, Motoring and Waste at the forefront lets not forget the next in line – IT. This is at a tipping point now and with a government taskforce being formed to Cool down the Cyber-Warming effect. - August 15, 2007 Record Downloads for The Renewable Energy Centre’s Guide to Home Energy Saving
TheRenewableEnergyCentre.co.uk today announced a tremendous response to the launch of the ‘Guide to Home Energy-Saving’; available to download free on their website. - August 15, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre Partners with The Sustainability Show 2007
In continuing its fight against climate change, The Renewable Energy Centre announced today that it is actively supporting The Sustainability Show 2007, an exhibition aimed at educating the public about how businesses and individuals can work together to make a positive impact for the future. - August 09, 2007 Environmental Expert’s Redesigned Web Site Offers Ease of Use and Improved Functionality.
Environmental Expert has a new website! www.environmental-expert.com Our new faster server offers more functionality and faster, easier access to our global marketplace! So, what can you expect from us now? - August 05, 2007 THE POWER OF YIN
A Brilliant Conversation with Three of the Most Influential Feminist Philosophers of the 1970s. - August 04, 2007 Winterborne Announces Several New Contracts for Consumer Product Packaging Featuring the EnviroShell™ Eco-Friendly Consumer Blister Package
Winterborne’s EnviroShell™ Expands With LG, Monster Cable, Logitech, Motorola and Neostrata Exuviance, Olympus, Neutrogena, and selected Johnson and Johnson Products - August 03, 2007 Industrial Hemp Documentary by CNN Survives 13 years after Plowing Under
Industrial Hemp Plowed under by the State of California attorney general. The documentary surved even though the American farmer is the real looser. - August 01, 2007 Flooding advice free at town planning site
The latest information on flooding and how to reduce its risk can be downloaded free-of-charge at the UK’s Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) web site at www.planningmatters.co.uk - July 29, 2007 The Renewable Energy Centre Disappointed with Announcement of Go-Ahead for Thames Water Desalination Plant
The Renewable Energy Centre today joins many environmental groups in the opposition against plans for the £200 million Thames Water desalination plant, when a third of their water supply is currently being lost through leakages. - July 25, 2007 Smaller Means Better in the All Appropriate Inquires Market
When conducting environmental due diligence, larger firms are not always the best choice. - July 24, 2007 United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Leaders Summit-a CSR update from Article 13, the expert advisors on issues of corporate responsibility and governance.
Last week’s United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Leaders Summit in Geneva brought together approximately 1,000 senior corporate figures, top government officials and heads of non-profit groups to discuss corporate citizenship. - July 20, 2007 Will the UK House Building Industry rise to the Carbon Challenge?
The Government recently announced the launch of their “Carbon Challenge” which aims to create five zero carbon or near carbon developments throughout the UK in order to provide working examples to the building industry. The idea is to encourage house builders to implement good building practices in order to meet the 2016 CO2 emissions targets. - July 19, 2007 RIZZO SERVICES NAMED OFFICIAL WASTE HAULER IN ROYAL OAK
Rizzo Services is proud to announce it is the new waste removal services provider for the City of Royal Oak. The contract, won in a competitive-bid process through the Southeastern Oakland County Resource Recovery Authority (SOCRRA), means that Rizzo Services is the waste removal provider for Royal Oak for the next decade. The ten-year contract began on July 1, 2007. - July 18, 2007 UK Energy Saving Urges Councils to Offer More Tetra Pak Recycling Facilities
and have also been working with Tesco to provide recycling banks at some of their stores. “There are some positive moves towards offering more Tetra Pak recycling facilities”, comments Hayley Jones, Web Marketing Director for http://www.uk-energy-saving.com, “but more still needs to be done". - July 13, 2007 Solar4SF.org launches major solar energy advocacy initiative with new site aimed at accelerating solar electricity adoption through consumer education.
Solar4SF.org, a San Francisco based consumer advocacy organization, announced today the launch of its website dedicated to providing San Francisco Bay Area residents considering solar energy – accessible information about solar applications for residences and businesses. - July 12, 2007 Alternative Energy Store Announces Three New Sales Team Members
DATELINE: AMHERST; HUDSON; PEPPERELL AND SPRINGFIELD, MA: Online retailer, the Alternative Energy Store, with headquarters in Hudson, Mass., recently announced three new members have joined the sales team. The Alternative Energy Store is providers of cost competitive, high-quality renewable energy products. - July 11, 2007