Archive for July, 2008

CheapAutosInsurance.com Helps Drivers Play Green

As gas prices continue to rise and environmental concerns deepen, CheapAutosInsurance.com is expanding its article base to include material on living and playing "green." By focusing on environmentally friendly driving and recreation, the site augments its existing coverage of the latest hybrid and fuel efficient technology. This special coverage, in addition to free insurance quotes […]

Popular Hurricane Preparedness Guide Now Available in Spanish

Kissimmee Utility Authority's comprehensive hurricane preparedness guide is now available in Spanish. The 40-page handbook is packed with important information on hurricanes and floods, plus helpful phone numbers, a disaster supplies checklist and a hurricane tracking chart. The free guide is available for download at www.kua.com/hurricane. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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First "Green" Event and Wedding Planning Company to Phoenix

First Green Event Planning and Coordination Company Enters Valley of the Sun (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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GIS Helps Local, State, and Federal Agencies Respond to Northern California Firestorms

Multiple fire agencies deploy geographic information system (GIS) software to respond to California wildfires and effectively carry out fire suppression operations. ESRI supplies software, professional services, and other technical resources to aid the response effort. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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Global Economic Crisis Spurs Major Business Increase for Cash for Gold USA

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Turn Old Gold Platinum and Silver into Fast Cash (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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Fresno Yosemite International Airport and WorldWater & Solar Technologies Host Dedication Ceremony to Showcase the Largest Solar Airport Installation in the Nation

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FYI), the major air transportation center for the City of Fresno and the San Joaquin Valley, along with WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. (OTC BB:WWAT.OB), developer and marketer of proprietary high-power solar systems, announced that a dedication ceremony will be held today, July 16, in celebration of the opening of the […]

Free Cash For Your Green Building, According To SourceCorp

High energy costs, an unprecedented level of government mandates for green building, heightened demand for green construction, and improvements and better pricing for environmentally sustainable materials have many building owners, architects, and facility managers considering significant updates to save cash. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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World Biofuel Leaders to OPEC: Who Are You Trying to Kid?

The world biofuels industry today issued a sharp rebuke to the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its president, Chakib Khelil, today in the pages of the Financial Times. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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Consortium of Oil & Natural Gas Industry Leaders Form Committee to Address Water Needs in Marcellus Shale : Companies Recognize the Need for Enhanced Water Treatment and Recycling Techniques

A consortium of energy companies active in the Appalachian Basin have organized to form the Appalachian Shale Water Conservation and Management Committee (ASWCMC). The founding members include: Anadarko Petroleum, Cabot Oil & Gas, Chesapeake Energy, Chief Oil & Gas, EOG Resources, Equitable Resources, J-W Operating, Marathon Oil Corporation and Range Resources. The ASWCMC has joined […]

Homeowner Reflects to Beat the Heat

A well insulated home can still have summer heat problems that make the air conditioner work harder. The incentive to finding and fixing them is control of increasing energy costs. A homeowner finds a solution with immediate and dramatic results, which is also quick, easy and inexpensive. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008)
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Mayor John Hickenlooper Announces Green Frontier Fest and New Energy Station during Democratic National Convention — Free Festival for Residents and Visitors to Celebrate Sustainable Choices in America’s New West

The City and County of Denver, in partnership with ReDirect Guide, has announced the Green Frontier Fest, scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 24 on the eve of the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Green Frontier Fest, a celebration of everyday positive choices that individuals, families and organizations can make now to address global challenges, will feature […]

Chris Carty Awarded Certified Green Professional (CGP) Designation

Chris Carty, project manager of Durrett Interests, LLC recently became one of the select group of professional builders, remodelers, and other industry professionals nationwide who have earned the Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation, identifying him as someone with knowledge of the best strategies for incorporating green building principles into homes. The CGP program is administered […]

DIY Sprinkler System Video Shows You How to Save

How long should you water your lawn? EPA’s WaterSense Partner, Craig Borglum, walks the do-it-yourself gardener through a water saving, lawn irrigation DIY video for setting their sprinkler controller and developing drought tolerant turf at how long to water your grass. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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Jyco cuts Weatherseal Weight in half with new Co-Extrusion Technology

Jyco cuts weatherseal weight in half with new co-extrusion technology. Innovative process from Jyco reduces weight of automotive sealing systems up to 46%. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) is Used for Road Rebuilding Project for the First Time in Whatcom County

Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) enables creating a stronger and wider road base and surface with minimal disruption of the project area while fully utilizing existing site materials. This eliminates the need to haul out and dispose of old materials as well as the cost to purchase and and disruption of hauling in replacement material. (PRWeb […]

New Green Building Book Highlights Opportunities for Green Homes

Green building consultant and author, Jerry Yudelson adds "Choosing Green: The Home Buyer's Guide to Good Green Homes" to his series of green building books. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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CupDepot.com Introduces Eco-Friendly Products with New Biodegradable Cups

The good 'ol corn on the cob is one of the latest resources that could be of great help to minimize global warming. Wholesale distributor of plastic and paper cups CupDepot.com is doing its part in helping save the environment. This eco-friendly company has just launched their new line of eco-friendly products made from none […]

Huntsville’s First Green Development Reveals Concerns of Green Home Buyers and Developers

The staff at the Huntsville Development, Inspiration on Green Mountain, take the time to detail the primary concerns of buyers and builders in their quest to provide Huntsville's need for the first Green Development. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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Blue Earth Solutions, Inc. retains Jesup & Lamont Securities Corporation

Blue Earth Solutions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BESN) announced today that Jesup & Lamont Securities Corporation (AMEX: JLI) has been appointed to be the sole manager on a series of Tax-Exempt Manufacturing Industrial Development Bond Issues across the United States with the first issuances being in Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, Pennsylvania, New York, Mississippi, Texas, California, […]

BeGreen Partners With AAA to Provide Discounts on Carbon Offset Products

Members of Six AAA Clubs Now Have Opportunity to Purchase Discounted Carbon Offset Products Through 'Show Your Card & Save®' Program (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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Accent Amenities Announces New "Eco" Product Launch

Environmentally friendly company announces new "eco" brand of luxury hotel soaps and toiletries. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008)
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Future Environment Designs Sponsors Singing in the Sanctuary for the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center

Future Environment Designs announced today that they are a key sponsor of "Singing in the Sanctuary" being held Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center at 134 Cove Road, Oyster Bay, New York."Singing in the Sanctuary" will connect people to nature and conservation through […]

ICF International Recognized as the Leader in Climate Change Consulting : Independent Research Firm Recognizes Company’s Track Record, Environmental Expertise, and Business Analysis Skills

ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI), a leading global provider of carbon mitigation and climate change adaptation services to companies and governments around the world, was singled out as the leader in climate change consulting services by Verdantix, an independent business research firm focused on climate change, carbon markets, and corporate responsibility. (PRWeb Jul 14, 2008)
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PeoplesBank Wind Farm Financing Tops $14 Million

A new $8 million loan agreement with the Berkshire Wind Power Cooperative Corporation brings PeoplesBank support and encouragement of renewable energy to a total of $14.5 million since December 2007. The financing allowed the Cooperative to acquire the assets of a proposed 15-megawatt wind project in the Berkshires and will be used for deposits on […]

Decorative Curbing Equipment Provider Tygar Manufacturing, LLC Announces a Revitalization of Their Online Store

The company's eight decorative curbing equipment packages are fully detailed on the website along with the various curb shapes and stamps and rollers included in each package. (PRWeb Jul 13, 2008)
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Sustainable Architecture: Going Green for Health and Comfort

Green design is about being environmentally friendly; but one sustainable architecture firm is building green homes to improve health and comfort for their clients as well. Located in Asheville, North Carolina, Carlton Architecture is a residential design firm dedicated to excellence in design, sustainable architecture, and sustainable housing. As innovators in their field, Carlton […]

Widefield Technology, Inc. and Citygrow Technology Co., Ltd Will Announce Nascent Alliance at Home Energy Displays and Community Action Conference in Chicago, July 14-16, 2008

The partnership between Citygrow and Widefield Technology is the result of a collaborative endeavor to create a global impact on the issue of conservation and green energy. Conservation at the user level was a key element in developing an overall system that resulted in the Energy Optimization System (EOS). (PRWeb Jul 13, 2008)
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Blue Haven Pools and Spas Wins 2008 Sustainable Pool Award for Best Display Pool

An authentic Japanese garden and setting by landscaper and TV personality Jamie Durie helped Blue Haven Pools and Spas win the 2008 SPASA (Swimming Pools and Spas Association) top award for the best Display Pool. (PRWeb Jul 13, 2008)
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LegalView Blog Announces Recruitment of Mesothelioma Victims for New Clinical Trial Combining Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatments

LegalView made available the details of a new clinical trial, which will test chemotherapy and radiation methods rather than surgery as a treatment among mesothelioma patients. Victims of mesothelioma cancer are currently being recruited for the study, which will likely last 13 weeks. (PRWeb Jul 12, 2008)
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Volunteer Abroad Provider adds Services in Peru and Reviews Nepal Satefy Procedure

Leading Volunteer abroad provider, Global Crossroad, has expanded services in the South American country peru and reassures its volunteers amid security concerns. The volunteer placement service is also celebrating a new growth milestone. (PRWeb Jul 12, 2008)
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Freecycle Is The New Recycle: Green Nest LLC’s Freecycle Contest Awards Over $2,000 of Organic Mattress Foundations to Two Lucky Winners

Can't sleep? Is the thought of creating consumer waste with your next furniture purchase keeping you up at night? Green Nest LLC makes green living easy with their e-commerce site, www.GreenNest.com, offering eco-friendly products and furniture. Through their winning entries in Green Nest's Freecycle Contest, both Shannon B. of Windsor, CT and Holly A. of […]

Facilitator Ruth Nicholson Siguenza Chosen to Present Workshop at IAF Conference in South Africa

Ruth Nicholson Siguenza, who recently marked her sixth anniversary in private practice as one of Snohomish County’s leading facilitators and mediators, has been extended a personal invitation from the International Association of Facilitators (IAF) to present a graphic facilitation workshop as part of the third annual IAF conference July 23-24 in South Africa. Nicholson Siguenza, […]

New Location for Critical Path Services, LLC

Critical Path Services, LLC (CPS), announces that they have moved their headquarters from Wilmington, Delaware, to Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania. The new facility is 5,760 square feet, and most of this space is targeted for future company growth. In addition, CPS will maintain its current analytical laboratory in Wilmington, DE. (PRWeb Jul 11, 2008)
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CardsDirect Goes Green By Offering Greeting Cards Printed on 100% Recycled Paper

CardsDirect is now offering hundreds of new greeting card designs printed on 100% recycled paper stock. Printed on paper containing at least 30% post-consumer fiber, consumers may now actively join in efforts to protect the environment and our renewable resources by selecting from a wide range of attractive, earth-friendly greeting cards. (PRWeb Jul 11, […]

BASF Offers Spanish Language Version of its High Performance Community Website

BASF has launched a Spanish version of www.highperformancecommunity.com to serve the North American Spanish speaking building and construction community. (PRWeb Jul 10, 2008)
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Sustainable Farmer is a New Multimedia Online Magazine for People Raising Food and Fiber with Respect for the Future of All Living Things

Sustainable Farmer offers articles, videos and slideshows offering practical advice to people who want to grow food responsibly, for themselves and their families and for sale. The site features profiles of sustainable farmers, advice on growing and marketing fruits and vegetables, a forum where producers can ask questions and share ideas and a special section […]

Faraway Furniture Offers Free Tips on Properly Caring for Wooden Garden Furniture this Season

Many homeowners enjoy outdoor entertaining during the warm season, when garden and patio furniture can become a part of an inviting outdoor living space. Wooden garden furniture that hasn't been properly maintained can put a damper on those seasonal celebrations, from causing injuries to requiring expensive replacements. UK-based online garden furniture company, Faraway Furniture, is […]

This Home Improvement Website Provides Free Members with an Abundance of Very Useful and Exciting Interactive Features

Thousands of people have been coming to Showroom411.com, The Do-It-Yourself Home Improvement Resource. From the DIY Videos and How-To Articles to using the extensive Home Products and Resources directory, Showroom411.com has proven to be The One Stop Shop for everyone's home improvement needs. But now, Showroom411 wants everyone to know more about the Free Membership […]

Compliance Networks Announces rCMS Foundation, the Latest in Vendor Compliance Solutions for Retailers

rCMS Foundation provides on-demand vendor compliance solution that retailers can have implemented in 30 days or less. (PRWeb Jul 10, 2008)
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Primafuel Solutions Adds Biofuels Industry Leaders to Technology Team

Engineering, construction and sales capabilities will expand availability of award-winning corn oil solutions to the ethanol industry. (PRWeb Jul 10, 2008)
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