Archive for September, 2008

Hurricane Gustav Disaster Relief Effort

BigSlider™ utility mover announces a discount for the month of September to help clean up the impact of Hurricane Gustav for persons living in Louisiana and Mississippi. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)
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World’s First Global Web Conference Gets a < head > Start

The global web conference formerly known as Singularity will be called < head > following a trademark challenge. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)
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ENSR to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement on Landmark Wyoming Wind Project

Proposed 2000-megawatt energy project would contain 1,000 wind turbines. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)
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Creator of World’s Greenest Remodeled Home and Franchise Entrepreneurs Launch First Green Building Franchise

Creators of the World's First Remodel LEED for Homes® Platinum Certified house have launched the worlds first Green Building Franchise, Live Green Live Smart Builders® nationwide. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)
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Earth-Friendly Animal Toys Help Save Real Endangered Species

Xeko Pals are based on the most popular characters from the Xeko eco-adventure game. The toys are made with soy and certified organic cotton "fur" and filled with soy-based stuffing, an industry-leading green innovation that Matter Group is particularly proud of. These new toys feature "mission codes" that allow kids to join the fun […]

EOS Exclusive Presenter of In-home Display Technology at Phoenix Green Summit

The 2008 Green Summit kicks off this week at the Phoenix Convention Center where Widefield Technology Inc. will be an exclusive presenter of in-home display technology with it's innovative new product, the Energy Optimization System™ (EOS). (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)
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Filter Markets - Discover the Growth Segments

Are you a strategic planner for an organization in the filter industry? Are you an investment analyst looking for growth markets? Are you part of a filter company looking to gain an edge in a new niche? Discover the growth segments in the filter and filtration markets. On September 23-25, 2008 at the Charlotte […]

VisualCalc Announces New Public Dashboard Website Focused on Today’s Biggest Issues: www.PublicDashboards.com

PublicDashboards.com Provides Free, Interactive Dashboards and Analysis Tools for a Variety of Topical Issues (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)
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Green Babies Organic Cotton Baby Clothing by Lynda Fassa Debuts Spring 2009 Collection

The original organic cotton clothing company, 14 year old Green Babies, launches its wholesale Spring 2009 collection online. Founded by former Ford Model Lynda Fassa, author of Green Babies, Sage Moms (NAL Penguin), Green Babies organic cotton baby clothing can be found in hundreds of retail stores, including Whole Foods Markets. Green Babies is the […]

Nature’s Bounty is Growing Greener

Nature's Bounty is launching the Healthy You, Healthy Earth campaign, a company-wide effort to be a responsible steward of our planet. These efforts will reduce the company's carbon footprint by 5 million pounds of CO2 per year. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)
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Organic Exchange Hosts 6th Global Conference in Portugal Oct. 14-17, 2008

Organic Exchange will host its 6th Global Conference and Marketplace October 14-17, 2008, in Porto, Portugal. More than 300 participants representing leading retailers and brands, innovative manufacturers and organic farming projects from around the world will be attending. The annual conference is widely known as the premier event for anyone involved in the organic fiber […]

Midbrook Helps Companies Meet ISO16232 Cleanliness Standards

With the help of the Filtrex Compound Microscope, Midbrook is helping companies meet ISO 16232 cleanliness standards. The ISO 16232 requires companies to count all particles over 5 microns in size. Using the advanced technology of the Filtrex compound microscope, Midbrook can assist companies in counting particles 2.5 microns and larger, ensuring that they are […]

PSA Launched to Help Amphibians

Disney, Amphibian Ark, Conservation International (CI) and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) have launched a Public Service Announcement (PSA) starring Kermit the Frog and Selena Gomez from Disney Channel’s “The Wizards of Waverly Place” calling attention to the plight of the world’s amphibians. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)
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Green Leaf Partners Acquires TurnAroundMedia.com for Network of Apartment Rental Community Web Sites

Metropolitan Apartment Rental Company joins Internet Marketing Experts (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)
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HearthSong® Commemorates 25th Anniversary by Giving Away $25K in Scholarships and Commissioning New Survey

HearthSong, a subsidiary of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc., has been providing innovative, learning-oriented children’s toys, games and crafts for a quarter century. To celebrate the inherent connection between play and learning, and in commemoration of the company’s 25th anniversary, HearthSong is sponsoring the “HearthSong 25th Anniversary $25,000 Scholarship Sweepstakes.” The event, which runs through December 31, 2008, […]

Policy Forum in U.S. Capitol to Highlight Importance of Energy Efficiency in Buildings

(PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)
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Environmental and Water Management Leaders Meet to Examine the Future of Earth’s Water Supply at Rain Bird’s Ninth Intelligent Use of Water™ Summit in Partnership with Arizona State University’s Global Institute of Sustainability : Symposium Calls for a Balanced Solution to Address the Challenges Faced by Citizens, Corporations and Countries as It Relates to a Sustainable Water Supply

Leading environmental and water management experts convened today in Tempe, Arizona, to examine initiatives and strategies towards greater sustainability and preservation of Earth’s water supply as part of Rain Bird’s ninth Intelligent Use of Water Summit. Held this morning at Arizona State University’s (ASU) Global Institute of Sustainability, in partnership with Rain Bird Corporation, the […]

Speedheat’s Eco-Friendly Generation4 Electric Radiant Floor Heating Systems on Display at Joint NARI and NKBA Expo September 17 in Atlanta

The Atlanta chapters of NKBA and NARI are hosting a joint event to showcase the latest and greatest advancements in residential building products, Earth-friendly innovations and related services. Targeted to design professionals, residential builders and remodeling companies, the expo features many unique products and services including Generation4™ electric radiant floor heating by Speedheat®. (PRWeb Sep […]

LCD TV Installation, Plasma TV Installation and Recycling by HD Installers

HD Installers, the recent winner of the 2008 LCD TV Installation Company of the Year Award and the leader in big screen TV installation, is launching a television recycling service. The television recycling service is an industry first by a nationwide provider of LCD TV Installation, Plasma TV Installation and Home Theater Installation. (PRWeb Sep […]

Young Entrepreneur Changing People and the World Through the Blog Lyved

After many business "failures", young entrepreneur Andrew Galasetti is finding tremendous success with Lyved.com, the blog he founded which is growing rapidly and impacting lives. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)
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Ogunquit Demonstrates Comprehensive Lift Station Monitoring and Control is Accessible for Small Wastewater Utilities

The new Outpost2 SCADA installed at Ogunquit, ME, provides a wealth of data for operations staff, reducing costs and improving asset management. This demonstrates that small collection systems do not have to choose SCADA systems with limited data. Outpost2 is designed for lift stations and, in conjunction with the MultiSmart pump station manager, provides comprehensive […]

The Planet Extends Green Initiatives with Lights-Out Program

The Planet, the global leader in IT hosting, today announced initial results of its lights-out program, a company-wide initiative to reduce energy consumption through more efficient use of lighting. Implemented across all of its facilities in Houston and Dallas, the company will reduce its yearly energy consumption by more than 1.4 million kilowatt hours, delivering […]

QAD Explore EMEA Customer Conference to Focus on Latest Enterprise Product Innovations for Global Manufacturers : Europe’s Most Noted Futurologist Ray Hammond to Keynote

QAD, Inc. (Nasdaq: QADI), a leading provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturers, has announced that Ray Hammond, Europe's most experienced and widely published futurologist, will keynote its customer conference, QAD Explore EMEA 2008, being held November 17-19, 2008 in Sorrento, Italy. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)
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Boise Idaho — Earthpure Organics™ Partners with Power Engineers To Implement Pilot Program Incorporating Eco-Friendly, Organic Vending into Their Wellness Program

Earthpure Organics™ and Power Engineers are collaborating on a pilot program to help bring employees healthy, organic options to their current vending kiosks. The Earthpure Organics™ mission to "deliver quality organic products" that do not contain GMO's, hormones or pesticides, is currently being incorporated into many corporate wellness programs, including the largest engineering firm in […]

Is Your Home Hurricane Safety Plan Truly Fail-Safe? Knowledge Publications CEO Offers Free Hurricane Preparation Strategies

Government guidelines and recommendations for Hurricane preparedness often lack very important specifics. Knowledge Publications CEO, Steven Harris offers Free Hurricane Preparation strategies to help ensure a safe and educated public in time of emergency. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)
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W.J. Cowee Pledges Sustainable Forestry Practices and Launches ‘Save the Forests’ Awareness Campaign

W.J. Cowee, LLC, one of the oldest companies in the professional floral industry, has launched a "Save The Forests" campaign to heighten awareness about the rapid destruction of the world's forests and its devastating effects upon the global environment. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)
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Tygar Manufacturing, LLC Announces the Establishment of the First TYGAR Decorative Curbing Equipment Distributor in Spain

The Spanish company will supply local contractors with Tygar's industry leading decorative curbing equipment, curbing products and additives, as well as provide training and support. (PRWeb Aug 31, 2008)
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IVIZE Recognized as the Most "Eco-Conscious Vendor" at the 2008 ILTA Conference

IVIZE, LLC today announced that it won First Place in the 2008 "Green Challenge" at the International Legal Technology Association 2008 annual Conference. (PRWeb Aug 31, 2008)
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ASPCA Deploys Disaster Response Team to Assist in Animal Evacuations, Sheltering in Anticipation of Hurricane Gustav

The ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has deployed a team of disaster response experts to assist the state of Louisiana in pre- and post-storm evacuation and sheltering in anticipation of Hurricane Gustav. Louisiana state officials have declared a pre-storm State of Emergency, and Gustav is a Category 3 […]

Group 70 Foundation Gives $100,000+ To Local Charities

Group 70 Foundation has awarded a total of $107,230 to 21 local community organizations, continuing the employee-created foundation's tradition of giving back to the community. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)
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One Green bottle Ltd. BPA Free Sports Bottles; Ecofriendly Water Bottles to Improve Health, Save the Planet and Save Money; Just One Green Bottle Can Keep Heaps of Plastic Debris Off Our Planet

One Green Bottle Ltd ( http://www.onegreenbottle.com ), an eco-friendly company based in South East England, is launching a range of stainless steel sports bottles for the gym, school, nursery, office, picnic or handbag. Practical, stylish and safe, the BPA free sports bottle is designed to reduce the use of plastic bottles, which have been linked […]

Asheville Green Architecture Firm Carlton Architecture Launches Website

CarltonArchitecture.com now offers a gallery with examples of both previous and current design work, biographies and photos of team members, a listing of awards received, and publications that have featured their work. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)
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Food or Fuel? Rising Energy Costs Provoke Critical Decision, Says Easy Energy Saving

Domestic Energy Expert Ed Walters of Easy Energy Saving comments on the potential social consequences of yet another energy price hike. Npower today have announced increases in gas prices of 26% and electricity prices of 14%, effective immediately. With soaring global energy costs the most vulnerable people are increasingly being forced to choose between eating […]

PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives Announced by Formulators

Formulators has introduced nine PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives for VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, wood, bamboo, quartz, linoleum, carpet tile and sports flooring. PowerGrip adhesives provide up to twice the moisture-resistance of conventional flooring adhesives and come with extensive 10 year warranties. Each PowerGrip flooring adhesive is custom-formulated to bond with a specific flooring […]

Nature’s Bounty is Making Vitamins Healthier for the Planet

Nature's Bounty has started the "Healthy You, Healthy Earth" campaign to give greater focus to their environmental efforts which include recycling initiatives, using water-based inks, tree-planting and environmental education partnerships. (PRWeb Aug 28, 2008)
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Schools Rapidly Turning Green Across America

Smart New Designs Boost Learning, Cut School Energy Bills and Provide Better Indoor Environments for Students and Teachers (PRWeb Aug 28, 2008)
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Colorado Goldfields Assesses Alternative Water Treatment Technologies with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Colorado Goldfields Inc. (OTCBB:CGFI) initiated two projects to assess alternative water treatment technologies in the Cement Creek watershed of San Juan County, Colorado, one of which is in conjunction with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. These projects and our pursuit of green energy sources for our sites […]