Press Releases by Category Energy & Environment
Me2solar™ announces Aurora portable USB solar charger for iPhone and iPod
Berlin, Germany - August 26, 2010 - Euro-Line Solar GmbH, the company behind the me2solar™ brand of portable solar solutions, announced today the launch of the Aurora product line, a new line of portable solar products compatible with iPhones and iPods as well as other USB powered products.
The Aurora features a universal USB output for charging devices and flexible CIGS solar cells made by Global Solar, Inc. The solar cells…
Euro-Line Solar launches new website for its me2solar brand
Euro-Line Solar GmbH, an international portable solar solutions company, has just launched a new website, me2solar.com, dedicated to its me2solar brand of portable solar products to provide information and to distribute products within the European Union.
The new website contains all me2solar products and solutions: The Aurora, a portable solar panel for charging USB devices; the Aurora Pro, a portable solar panel with 12V and 5V USB power output for mobile…
Portable Infrared Analyzers Assist Pennsylvania with its State Mandated Biodiese …
East Norwalk, CT --In October 2005, Governor Edward G. Rendell announced that Pennsylvania would replace millions of gallons of conventional diesel with fuel made within the state and reduce its dependence on imported fossil fuels. This would help boost the state’s economy by creating new jobs associated with the alternative fuel -- from farmers and producers to distributors and retailers. In July 2008, a House bill signed into law…
ABB combines robot controller and PLC to support enhanced automation possibiliti …
ABB has introduced an integrated PLC and robot controller for robot cell applications, offering powerful performance in a single unit. Combining ABB’s flexible AC500 PLC with its IRC5 robot controller, the newly integrated unit eliminates the cost and space of a separate PLC cabinet and greatly reduces the time associated with the set up and operation of robotic production cells.
With up to three local I/O boards plus bus communications for…
Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference (PGPC 2010) the “New benchmark for …
Polymerupdate hosted its 1st Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference in Mumbai, India on August 19-20, 2010. High profile industry speakers and attendees gathered for this global event.
A common response from most attendees approached for a feedback was that the event was a grand success and was deemed to be the “New benchmark for petrochemical conferences in India”.
PGPC 2010 had a very broad representation of senior industry speakers and…
SunTap Technologies launches “Solar Inspections”
SunTap Technologies launches “Solar Inspections”
For immediate release
August 23, 2010
London, ON - SunTap Technologies Inc. announced today the launching of its “Home Buyer Solar Satisfaction” inspection program in London and the surrounding area.
The inspection program is offered to Realtors, Home Inspectors, Insurance Companies, and potential home buyers. It offers the similar benefits to home buyers as a standard home inspection; however, the specialized inspection of the solar equipment includes an evaluation…
Manz Automation issues an invitation to the CIGS Forum at the 25th EU PVSEC
Meet world renowned CIGS technology experts from both industry and science for an exclusive round of discussion in Valencia.
Learn more about highly efficient CIGS modules and their potential to increase efficiency as well as to reduce costs.
Reutlingen / Valencia. Manz Automation AG would like to invite you to an exclusive event accompanying the 25th EU PVSEC in Valencia. Under the title Manz CIGS Forum: Meet the True…
GlobalData: Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2010 on reports-research.com
GlobalData’s new report Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2010 provides an in-depth analysis of the renewable policy initiatives in the European Union (EU) and the key countries in terms of strength of policy implementation. The report provides trends and information on renewable energy policies in Europe and analyzes some of the driving forces for the renewable energy sector. It details the key policy instruments adopted by the governments in…
GBI: Smart Grid Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2020 on reports-research.com
The report provides analysis of the Global Smart Grid Market and Forecasts for the four major geographical regions up to 2020. The research analyzes the state of smart grid deployments in the four major geographical regions and it future potential up to 2020. The research also provides the historical and forecast of revenues for four different smart grid technologies including smart meters, broadband over power line, HVDC and energy storage.
Government…
Taiwan Government to further subsidize solar power facilities
By Meg Chang
The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced Aug. 17 it will soon begin distributing NT$435 million (US$13.6 million) in subsidies to help public institutions around the nation install photovoltaic systems on their premises.
The MOEA noted in a press release that the disbursements are part of the “Green Energy Industry Project” unveiled by the Executive Yuan in June 2009. The project calls for the government to help nurture the…
Bagazza Incorporated and Biodegradable Packaging for Environment Company Limited …
Georgia USA 10 August 2010: Bagazza Incorporated, a Georgia USA based company established to manufacture and distribute sugar cane (bagasse) based products for the food-service industry, announced today the completion of a Strategic Partnership Agreement with Biodegradable Packaging for Environment Company Limited of Bangkok Thailand. The partnership brings investment to Bagazza of innovative technology, patents, and global industry certifications that enable Bagazza to setup factories and distribution for environmentally…
SGS to Present its Wind Energy Services at the Eolica Expo Mediterranean 2010
On September 7-9, 2010, SGS will exhibit its Renewable Energy Services at the Eolica Expo Mediterranean 2010 at stand no.8 B32. During this leading international event for the wind energy sector in Rome, Daniel Hope, Global Business Development Manager Renewable Energy at SGS, will be holding a speech about the management of wind energy projects and the minimization of risk through professional Project Execution.
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing…
SGS to Present its Wind Energy Services at the Eolica Expo Mediterranean 2010
On September 7-9, 2010, SGS will exhibit its Renewable Energy Services at the Eolica Expo Mediterranean 2010 at stand no.8 B32. During this leading international event for the wind energy sector in Rome, Daniel Hope, Global Business Development Manager Renewable Energy at SGS, will be holding a speech about the management of wind energy projects and the minimization of risk through professional Project Execution.
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing…
Larry Plesent, President of Vermont Soapworks, joins BlogTalkRadio host June Sto …
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Larry Plesent, President of Vermont Soapworks, joins BlogTalkRadio host June Stoyer, on “The Organic View” August 17, 2010, at 12 p.m. EST
Expert on organic soaps and cleansers will discuss the standards for organic soap and the controversy about organic labeling issues for personal care products.
New York—August 13, 2010 –Larry Plesent is a well known authority in the organic soap making industry. Mr. Plesent developed the world's first certified…
GBI: Power Market in Eastern Europe to 2020 on reports-research.com
GBI Research has released its power report Power Market in Eastern Europe to 2020: New Investments to Drive Power Demand in the Region. The report gives an in-depth analysis of the top 10 Eastern Europe power markets, (Russia, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Croatia, Czech Republic and Ukraine). The research analyzes the regulatory framework and infrastructure of the power sector in these 10 countries. It provides a detailed forecast…
Electric Vehicle (EV) EV Battery News - Smaller, Faster Charging Battery Managem …
Leo Motors, Inc. (Stock Symbol: LEOM) announces that it has developed a more innovative Battery Management System (BMS), to solve the safety and quick charging problems often experienced with Electric Vehicles (EVs).
"Our BMS technology is the key to our Company's continuing development, as it is the most crucial part in EV battery power packs, and is one of the most expensive parts in the entire vehicle," stated Dr. Robert Kang,…
EPA Region 2 Administrator Judith Enck to travel to Syracuse to announce award o …
SYRACUSE, NY – The Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board (CNY RPDB) is pleased to announce that U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator Judith Enck will announce an award of $497,793 through its Climate Showcase Communities program to the CNY RPDB in Room 203 at the Syracuse Center of Excellence building at 727 East Washington Street at 12 noon on Monday, June 14.
The CNY RPDB project is the…
ONTARIO SOLAR PROVIDER IS HOSTING INFORMATION SESSIONS ON SOLAR PV IN 10 LOCATIO …
TORONTO, ONTARIO, August 9, 2010. Ontario Solar Provider Inc. (OSP) is hosting multiple information sessions across Ontario. The open houses are free of charge and aim to educate on the benefits of solar PV, and the FIT and microFIT programs that were initiated by the OPA last year. In addition, the open houses will be an opportunity to meet OSP’s installation, development and financing team and learn more about the…
Dynamic Adsorbents, Inc. (DAI) Drysphere™ Alumina Product Prolongs Transformer L …
AUGUST 10, 2010, ATLANTA GA – DAI’s Drysphere™ offers superior drying capabilities over any other desiccant product on the market, providing maximum performance and extended life of high efficiency oil transformers for energy transmission.
The electrical grid relies upon transformers’ continuous delivery of power. When a transformer fails, a power outage occurs. Power outages and other interruptions in the electrical grid cost the U.S. economy at least $150 billion…
Ecological investments 2010 in Ukraine
On 28th of July 2010, official website of Ukrainian government presented to the public a resolution № 671, regulating this year’s budget on prevention of CO2 emissions and further development of international cooperation in relation to proactive mitigation of global climate change.
As reported by National Ecological Investments Agency representatives, funds provided by Japan for the purchase of Ukrainian quotas of CO2 emissions, will be used for employment of alternative…
ABB Robotics high pressure water deburring system reduces costs by 87%
or as long as manufacturers have been drilling and grinding metal, they have faced the problem of burrs, grit and cutting oil left behind after the machining operation. This unwanted material has to be removed, and industry has always gritted its teeth in frustration at the cost, time and mess associated with part cleaning. Assuring this washing/deburring operation is done well has become ever more critical, especially with high-precision cylinder…
Oil Disasters not only at the Gulf of Mexico - Is the Yasuní Initiative an Answe …
The biggest oil catastrophe in the world happened with the explosion of the oil rig of BP in the Gulf of Mexico. The entire region – animals and plants as well as fishery and tourism – fights against the consequences. But also other disasters, which release far less oil into the water, contaminate rivers and seas and endanger human being and nature. Especially indigenous peoples are threatened by the oil…
New development: Completely independent container solution for drinking water wi …
Trunz Water Systems presents its latest product development:
a mobile and independent container solution for disaster relief, remote communities and arid areas providing clean drinking water in quantities of 3 - 5 m3/h. The unit is powered by renew-able energy. A highly energy efficient Reverse Osmosis (RO) system for brackish or seawater or Ultrafiltration membranes for freshwater remove contamination such as virus and bacteria as well as salt or dissolved…
HaWi realised the largest public solar project in Greece
In the frame of the H2SusBuild program supported by the EU, the HaWi subsidiary HAWI Renewables SA realised the largest public solar project up to now in Greece by order of the Technical University of Athens (NTUA). The prestigious object is a good example for a successful combination of historic architecture and solar energy production. The tender was carried out under the direction of Prof. Ioannis Paspaliaris of the NTUA…
Ecofys experts selected for international climate work - Dr. Niklas Höhne and Dr …
Cologne/Utrecht. Two Ecofys consultants have been appointed to work on the next IPCC’s major report on the state of knowledge on climate change. Dr. Niklas Höhne, Director Energy & Climate Policy, has been selected as Lead Author of chapter 13, titled “International Cooperation: Agreements and Instruments” of the IPCC’s Fifth Assessment Report on climate change. Dr. Monique Hoogwijk, Manager Energy Climate Policy, has been chosen as review editor for chapter…
SGS to Present its Wind Energy Services at the Husum Wind Energy Trade Fair 2010
The Husum Wind Energy Trade Fair, which takes place every two years in Husum, is known as the world´s longest-running wind energy industry trade show. This show will be held in the new Husum congress and event center on September 21 to 25, 2010. The trade show features products, services and innovations from leading companies and organizations engaged in wind energy component manufacturing, development, construction and support around the globe.
SGS…
Macro Sensors Introduces Contact-free DC-Operated Rotary Position Sensors
Providing absolute output proportional to shaft rotation over a total range of up 120º, Macro Sensors RSE 1500 series of rotary position sensors macrosensors.com/ RSE_1500.html are ideal for measuring the position of quarter-turn valves, flue dampers, weir gates, dancer arm tensioners, and a myriad of other applications involving fractional-turn shaft movements. These DC-operated rotary position sensors from Macro Sensors are also useful for high reliability applications such as pedal, throttle-lever,…
EcoBroker Partners with myEnergyLoan, LLC to Provide Increased Access to Green M …
EVERGREEN, CO August 2, 2010—EcoBroker International, Inc., the leading provider of green tools and training for the real estate industry, today announces a new partnership with myEnergyLoan, LLC, a network of lenders and mortgage brokers providing loan incentives, energy audit quality assurance and green loan certifications that reward energy efficiency and make any mortgage a green mortgage.
Special myEnergyLoan services will be made available to active EcoBrokers, including marketing opportunities and…
DELTA PRESENTS THE SOLIVIA SOLAR INVERTER PRODUCT RANGE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THA …
On July 2nd the Vice Minister for Interior of Thailand, Mr. Sorayut Phettakul, and additional representatives of the Thailand government attended a presentation in Barcelona, Spain given by Delta Energy Systems (Germany) GmbH. The Delta Sales Manager for Spain presented information about the Delta Group, details about the Spanish solar market and information about the new SOLIVIA solar inverter product line.
Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Co. Ltd. - located in Samutprakarn,…
Renowned Industry Award goes to President of Vogelbusch USA
Gunter Brodl, President of Vogelbusch USA, Inc., was honored for his services to the global ethanol industry with the renowned FEW Award of Excellence. The award, bestowed by BBI International and the leading industry publication, Ethanol Producer Magazine, honors individuals who make particularly outstanding contributions to the ethanol industry. The decisive milestones of Brodl's career include the establishment of some of the first ethanol plants in the United States, where…
New Jersey JCP&L Customers Can Now Reduce Their Monthly Elelctric Bill
Prospect, CT - Lower Electric Bill Today, an online provider of electricity news, rates, information, and statistics, announced today that JCP&L (Jersey Central Power and Light) customers in New Jersey can pay less for electricity by switching to a low-cost, independent electric supplier.
JCP&L is New Jersey’s second largest public utility company, serving thousands of customers in Hunterdon, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Sussex, and Warren Counties. When JCP&L increased their electric rates…
Infrared Heat Increases the Up-Time of Gas Power Plant
Gas power plants, which supply electricity to meet peak demands, must work reliably and come on line rapidly, especially in the cold times of the year.
For combustion, gas turbines need air which must be free from dust and other particles and, consequently, this is always pre-filtered. Cold and moist intake air in the winter months can easily lead to icing up of the filters. This means that less air is…
GBI: Oil and Gas Supply Demand Outlook in the Americas to 2020 on reports-resear …
GBI Research’s new report, Oil and Gas Supply Demand Outlook in the Americas to 2020 – Increasing Oil and Gas Production Changing the Industry Dynamics, provides an in-depth analysis of the oil and gas supply and demand outlook in the Americas and highlights the various concerns, shifting trends and concerns in the Americas. The report provides forecasts for the crude oil production and consumption sectors of the oil and natural…
VISITORS TO INTERSOLAR NORTH AMERICA ARE CAPTIVATED BY SOLIVIA SOLAR INVERTERS F …
The new SOLIVIA Solar Inverter line for the North American market was displayed for the first time at the INTERSOLAR North America fair. Visitors from the trade came by the booth to view the four new NA string inverters and a new micro inverter.
On display at INTERSOLAR North America were four new string inverter models – SOLIVIA 2.5, 3.3, 4.4 and 5.0 NA G3 – with a nominal output…
ABB robot keeps trailer maker competitive with 60% productivity increase
Allison is general manager of Brisbane-based Drake Trailers, one of Australia's largest manufacturers of low-loader and specialist large scale trailers. In 2008, Drake installed an ABB robot on an linear track system. And they have never looked back.
“The staff who still weld by hand see that we’re spending money to stay in Australia because it will help us remain competitive,” Allison says. “And it’s challenged them to be as good…
A Landmark Technical Advance and Superior Product for Oil Absorption, Now Availa …
VENICE, LA: July 22, 2010 – Dyna-Aqua OIL SORB™ absorbent sheeting, a breakthrough technology that captures 28X its weight in oil, versus 10-15X for typical absorbent boom, will be demonstrated several times on July 23-24 to key state and local officials, oil industry representatives and the media.
This new oil absorbent sheeting is lightweight yet can hold up to extraction of captured oil for recycling. The material can also be…
Cuculus appoints Horst Toddenroth as Director of Sales
Ilmenau, Germany – July 21th, 2010 – Cuculus GmbH today announces the appointment of Horst Toddenroth as Director of Sales & Manager Business Development. Mr. Toddenroth joins from D-Link (Deutschland) where he was responsible for the telecoms and ISP business unit covering Central Europe. Mr. Toddenroth also led the team responsible for developing and launching the HorstBox, a low cost Internet Application Device (IAD) used for integrating data, voice and…
Süd-Chemie to build Germany´s largest plant for the biotechnological production …
Munich, 21 July 2010. Sustainable project to be subsidised by Bavarian State Government and BMBF.
Süd-Chemie AG, one of the world´s leading specialty chemical companies for catalysts and adsorbents based in Munich is to build Germany´s largest plant to date for the production of climate-friendly, second-generation bioethanol, so-called cellulose ethanol, based on biotechnological processes.
The total project has a volume of altogether €28 million and comprises an investment volume of some…
It's a date… visit TankDepot.co.uk at the Oil & Renewables Show
UK oil storage tank specialist TankDepot.co .uk, has confirmed it will be exhibiting at the inaugural Oil & Renewables Heating Show to be held at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry in October.
The national two-day event will showcase the latest products, services and technologies and provides the perfect platform for heating technicians to share and promote best-practice and network with industry peers.
TankDepot.co.uk's Steve Beech says, "Organised by A&D Publishing and…
BPP-TECH announces dedicated marine cable subsidiary: BPP-Cables
Owning to the extraordinary success of BPP-TECH's subsea power cable and umbilical services the company has decided to establish a dedicated subsidiary, BPP-Cables. Projects cover small diameter low-voltage DC coaxial cables up to large cross-section 132kV 100MW AC electrical cables. The announcement comes as firms operating in the offshore energy sector look to, with the Deepwater Horizon incident fresh in the memory, understand and reduce their technological and economic risks.…
Agrargesellschaft Kandelin GmbH Invests Again in WELtec Plants
In the future, German farmers will step up their investments, especially in renewable energies. Thus, established biogas manufacturers like WELtec BioPower GmbH from Vechta will receive more domestic orders, especially from agricultural facilities that already run WELtec plants.
Two biogas plants of WELtec have been in operation at Agrargesellschaft Kandelin GmbH in Neuendorf and Wüsteney, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, since 2007. The construction of the third biogas plant started in May 2010, and…
Twin Cities’ EnergyPrint Launches First Interactive Energy Budgeting Tool for Co …
Twin Cities’ EnergyPrint, one of the nation’s premier energy benchmarking services, today launched a new interactive budgeting tool to help property owners manage future energy costs. Energy cost is one of the largest and fastest-growing controllable operating expenses for commercial properties. Ironically, even with its relative significance, the energy cost line-item on a budget is one that is least understood.
EnergyPrint’s one-of-a-kind budgeting tool allows CFOs, property owners and…
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are Here
Electric cars can soon be driven without the worry of running out of juice. 16 cities within 6 states deploy 15,000 charging stations.
On August 5, 2009, ECOtality North America, a subsidiary of ECOtality, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECTY) and a leader in clean technology, was awarded a $99.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to embark on this much needed EV (Electric Vehicle) project. The project was officially…
New Eco Directive covers broader product range - SGS supports companies with imp …
The EuP Directive has been updated at the end of 2009 by a new directive that specifies ecological planning requirements for energy-related products, 2009/125/EC. This new Directive’s terms are expanded to cover a wider range of products.
The scope of the new Energy-related Products Directive broadens the reach of the EuP directive (http://www.ee.sgs.com/ecodesign-directive.htm), which was limited to energy-using products including televisions, microwave ovens, light fittings and washing machines. The new directive…
EU PVSEC 2010: Montech offers innovative transport and handling solutions
At EU PVSEC in Valencia from 6 to 9 September, Montech AG is introducing several new products. At its stand C6 in Hall 2/Level 2, the Swiss company will showcase several novelties, including a new vacuum conveyor to carry wafers at a speed of 2 meters per second, essential to increase plant productivity. Montech will also exhibit new solutions to convey modules and carriers and its full range of belt…
Maximumm Green and Fuel Concepts Enter Distribution Deal for 50 Million Carbon C …
SYDNEY, Australia, 12 July 2010 - Maximumm Green Pty Ltd (Sydney, NSW Australia) and Fuel Concepts Pty Ltd (Sydney, NSW Australia), a subsidiary of DBS Distributors, Inc. (Austin, TX United States) enter distribution agreement for the ECCO2 Program; a program for 50 million carbon emission offsets through to 2020 distributing the ECCO2 and ECO Systems patent technology to government fleet agencies, businesses, and households within Australia, Europe, and Southeast Asia.…
SET 2011 – A Sustainable Environment Technologies Convention is Headed for the L …
July, 13 12011 -- SET 2011, a Sustainable Environment Technologies Convention is scheduled to be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Thursday, March 31 through Saturday, April 2, 2011. Thursday and Friday are reserved for Business to Business Attendees; Saturday will be open to the public. SET 2011 is now accepting Exhibitor and Attendee registrations on the event website or by phone. Discounted registration is currently available.
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Culture of Green has Revamped Its Message, Its Strategy and Staff – Looking to M …
Ossining, NY July 13, 2010 – Culture of Green, an environmental services business which provides both individual consumers and businesses with Green solutions, has recently begun to revitalize its strategy and goals. After spending some time away from the public light, a new staff including Managing Director Jason Pritchard and two interns have joined the team at Culture of Green to renew its mission and reach out to local…
All Pool Service and Supply
Orlando, Florida – July 12, 2010 – All Pool Service and Supply today announced the launch of allpoolservice.com as an information portal for Orlando area home owners and businesses to find information about pool repair and maintenance projects. With articles being added almost every day and an online monthly newsletter of pool repair and maintenance tips, the website is anticipated to quickly become Florida’ primary resource for residential and…
Süd Chemie invests EUR 60 million in production of the lithium iron phosphate fo …
Munich/Germany, 12 July 2010. World’s largest production plant using a new high-quality production process for lithium iron phosphate for a new battery generation for electric vehicle drives to be established.
Süd-Chemie AG, a worldwide leading specialty chemical company based in Munich/Germany, is investing approximately EUR 60 million in the production of lithium iron phosphate (LFP), a high performance energy storage material used in batteries for electric vehicle drives and other applications.…
