Press Releases by Category Energy & Environment
Petrobras-Hosted Dinner Announced at the Museu de Arte Moderne on 13 April as Pa …
The Rio Gas Forum Organising Committee announces a Petrobras-Hosted Dinner on 13 April. The dinner is an exclusive evening to network with Petrobras executives, strengthen relationships and discuss new projects and investment opportunities.
Other features at the Rio Gas Forum include; a Pre-Salt Investment Workshop- Mastering the New Brazilian PSA led by Baker Botts, a new international LNG suppliers' panel, a site visit to the Guanabara Bay LNG Terminal and…
Natural Gas Customers Get Easy Access to Lower Natural Gas Rates
Lower Electric Bill Today, an online provider of energy information, news, and services, announced today their expansion to the natural gas market. Consumers in deregulated states can now significantly reduce their monthly natural gas bills through a new site: LowNaturalGasPrices.com.
Many consumers rely on natural gas during winter months to heat their homes. By expanding to the natural gas market, Lower Electric Bill Today now helps consumers in deregulated states save…
BBB enlarges professional competence
Recently, Ahmed Sidahmed (33) supports BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH at the at the main office of Gelsenkirchen as International Project Manager, Electrical Engineering to develop new business segments. His responsibility is to scrutinize electro-technical concepts and contracts in the scope of technical due diligences as well as theiligences as well as the scheduling of these concepts in the middle- and high-voltage level for onshorelevel for onshore and offshore projects. Previously Sidahmed…
CARTONDRUCK Offers Climate Neutral Folding Boxes Worldwide
March 23, 2011: CARTONDRUCK is the world’s first folding box manufacturer to offer its customers climate neutral production at all of its locations. In doing so, the amount of CO2 emitted during the folding box production is calculated and offset by making investments in a certified climate protection project. In cooperation with the climate consultancy ClimatePartner, this service is offered at CARTONDRUCK’s three locations in Germany, the USA and Poland.
The…
ABB to host full day Robotic Laser Processing Workshop at Auburn Hills, MI train …
Workshop open to qualified metal fabrication personnel; will provide in-depth, hands-on exposure to wide range of robotic laser technology
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (March 21, 2011) – ABB Robotics will host a Laser Processing Workshop on April 27th, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at their North American headquarters and training center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Robotic laser processing, especially welding and cutting, is one of the fastest growing…
Radisson LAX Will Once Again Go Dark for Earth Hour
On Saturday, March 26th, lights will go out at 8:30 p.m. In honor of Earth Hour, the Radisson LAX will turn off non-essential lighting in public spaces from 8:30 – 9:30 p.m., including Concorde Lounge and Palmira Restaurant. While the atmosphere will be dark, the mood will be light as employees and patrons alike show their support for Earth Hour 2011.
Dinner by candlelight will be served…
Ground breaking vehicle safety products now available on lease
Vehicle safety specialist, Vision Techniques, is making superior technology easier to access by leasing out its products.
The company’s entire range of innovative vehicle safety and security equipment can now be acquired through a Specialist Lease Finance provider, a company which leases assets out to businesses and organisations.
Market leading Blue Chip companies and local authorities use Vision Techniques’ vehicle safety and security products. Its vast range includes reversing cameras, digital video…
Ocean Village Backs Earth Hour 2011
At 8.30pm on Saturday 26 March, Ocean Village will be joining one billion people in 4,600 cities across 130 countries around the globe in the big Earth Hour switch-off. Aside from minimal essential lighting, the Resort will be plunged into darkness as a bold reminder that we can take personal responsibility for the future of the planet we live on.
Brian Stevendale, Business and Development Director for Ocean Village, comments,…
GAF to establish a multi-layer Natural Resources and Land Use Database and Map f …
GAF has been awarded a contract by the Darfur Land Commission (DLC)
Munich, Germany, March 21, 2011. GAF has been awarded a contract by the Darfur Land Commission (DLC) to set up a Natural Resources and Land Use Database and Map for the whole of Darfur. The overall objective of this project is the establishment of a multi-layered and dynamic state-of-the-art natural resources information system that provides basic land management and…
Oilgae Publishes “Algae Status Report” in Conjunction with 3rd Algae World Europ …
Madrid, Spain (Vocus/PRWEB) January 26, 2011
Riding on the success of CMT’s highly-acclaimed Algae World series, the third Europe conference is scheduled to take place on the 16-17 May 2011, in Madrid, Spain. As a lead-up to the conference, Oilgae has published a report on “Algae: How Far Are We from Commercialization?” that serves as valuable backgrounder and explores real world status of the industry.
In the past decade, algae’s importance…
Rotary clubs always pumped for World Water Day
EVANSTON, Ill., USA (March 21, 2011) — Although the United Nations designates March 22 as World Water Day, Rotary members around the globe are focused on the issue 24/7, volunteering their time and resources to provide safe water and sanitation to communities wherever there is need.
The theme for World Water Day 2011 is the impact of rapid urban growth and the challenges of urban water management.
A centerpiece of Rotary’s…
Flexible System-Integrated Converters for optimal network compatibility of wind …
PCS Green Line Makes Strong Showing at Hanover Fair
Berlin, in April 2011
Visitors to the 2011 Hanover Fair will have a chance to see the expanded centrepiece of the new generation of PCS Green Line power converters: In addition to the extremely compact IGBT power module inside the power cabinet, PCS Power Converter Solutions GmbH from Berlin presents an incoming feeder cabinet with smart DCU control unit – for the first…
Technavio: Improvements in Grid Efficiency Promoting Adoption of Power Electroni …
Research conducted by Technavio reveals that the global power electronics in wind turbine systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9 percent. The report, which focuses on the Americas, EMEA and APAC indicates that the market is currently driven by the significant improvements in grid efficiency.
“Power electronics in wind turbines have been effectively helping in synchronizing flow and managing local reactive power. Additionally through these…
Phonosolar will attend the 7th International Congress and Exhibition in Bulgaria
Another major event of this year is the 7th International Congress and Exhibition on energy efficiency and renewable energy sources, which will take place on April 13th – 15th in Sophia, Bulgaria. The conference as well as the exhibition will offer its participants innovative technologies and methods, strong international participation, countless new business contacts and numerous discussions.
Phono Technologies Switzerland will also be present at the exhibition along with other prominent…
c2e auditor passed ASHRAE® Building Energy Assessment Professional Examination
Novato, California - c2e's consultants today emphasized its fundamental commitment to protect the environment by passing the examination as an ASHRAE Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP). This new qualification allows that c2e will be working toward helping their clients improve the energy efficiency and performance of their facilities; we believe that an organization-wide energy management approach will help our clients enhance their financial health and aid in preserving the environment…
DELTA UNVEILS THE LATEST PRODUCT INNOVATIONS AT THE HANNOVER MESSE
Delta Electronics Inc. presents its most up-to-date and energy-saving product highlights at the Hannover Messe. From the 4th to the 8th of April trade show visitors are invited to learn more about the wide product range and the latest solutions for industrial process automation, energy engineering and industrial building automation.
A Highlight will be the new CliQ series that will be showcased at the leading trade fair. The industrial power supplies…
energysaverlightsstore.com features free information resource about efficient li …
"We have built this free website to feature new state of the art energy efficient light bulb technologies and empower our consumers with requisite information about efficient energy consumption and energy saving" quotes CEO energysaverlightsstore.com. "Our technical team of experts have shown enthusiasm and taken keen interest in contributing to our new blog and delivering a dialogue."
In lieu of contributing in the information pool related to saving energy in the…
CyberOptics WaferSense® Auto Gapping System Helps 300mm Wafer Fab Increase Tool …
CyberOptics Semiconductors (www.CyberOpticsSemi.com) has published an application note on its web site explaining how its WaferSense® Auto Gapping System (AGS) has helped a 300 mm fab increase the availability of a plasma‐enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) tool.
The Auto Gapping System replaced a legacy gapping method that took 10 hours to measure the distance between the chamber’s gas showerhead and wafer pedestal to ensure uniform film deposition, particularly…
New vehicle gives boost to CountyClean operation
A Sussex environmental services company has welcomed a new combination-unit tanker with super suction power to its fleet of specialist vehicles.
CountyClean Environmental Services has invested in an Aquavac Super Combination Unit, one of the most powerful vehicles available, which will enable staff to tackle even the most difficult cleaning jobs quickly and efficiently.
The pump on the vehicle is so powerful that it can collect liquid, sludge or fat in deep…
An Essential Commodity
An air conditioning unit today is an important part of every household, with temperatures rising every year during the summer months, it is unimaginable to contemplate life without some sort of air conditioning system in place, and has become an essential commodity.
Air conditioning is a means of controlling the interior environment of buildings through the circulation, filtration, refrigeration and dehumidification of air, and many years before the term air…
Lower Electric Bill Today to Sponsor Travelers Walk MS Team, “For the Petit’s” …
Lower Electric Bill Today, an online provider of electricity information, news, and services, announced today that it will sponsor the team, “For the Petit’s” in the 2011 Travelers Walk MS in Cheshire, Connecticut. The Walk will take place Sunday, April 10, 2011, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cheshire High School.
“We are so proud and honored to be a part of this special event, and to sponsor the ‘For…
Construction starts at the Heckfeld solar park
A ceremony today marked the official start of the construction of a solar park
(1.9 MW) in Baden-Wuerttemberg's Main-Tauber-Kreis.
Dornach near Munich. The megawatt plant is being constructed near Lauda-Koenigshofen in Baden-Wuerttemberg on a former building rubble landfill, alongside the A 81 motorway. After compensation payments for agricultural surfaces here had ceased, two conditions are now being met that make it eligible for support: the development of so-called "conversion surfaces" and…
ANTARIS SOLAR modules awarded MCS certification for the UK photovoltaic market
Solar technology provider ANTARIS SOLAR has been awarded the British Microgeneration Certificate (MCS) for its PV modules. With the certification, the Bavarian solar power specialist has fulfilled the prerequisites for selling PV modules in the UK market.
Waldaschaff, Germany, 16 March 2011. Solar technology provider ANTARIS SOLAR is continually expanding its international market activities. ANTARIS SOLAR has now been awarded the UK’s Microgeneration Certificate (MCS) for its range of…
Strong government initiatives and demand growth to drive the SPV market in China
Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd. launches its Solar Photovoltaic Market in China 2011 report covering an industry with strong growth potential. This is a part of Netscribes’ Power Industry Series.
Mumbai, India – March 16, 2011 – Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., a knowledge consulting solutions company, announces the launch of its Solar Photovoltaic Market in China 2011 report covering an industry which has immense potential to grow. Ample support from the…
Eliminate Noise from Loud Footsteps and Squeaky Floors with Green Glue Noiseproo …
Easily Installed Noiseproofing Solution Ideal for Residential and Commercial New Builds
Granville, NY – March 15, 2011 – Squeaky floors that occur when joists and subflooring rub together does not have to be a fact of life. Stop this unwanted noise with new quick-install Green Glue Noiseproofing Joist Tape from Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL). The easy-to-use, cost-effective joist tape can be installed between the floor joist and subflooring, creating an…
New Green Sealant Stops Noise
Granville, NY – March 15, 2011 – Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL) introduces its Green Glue Noiseproofing Sealant, enabling environmentally friendly and cost-effective noise reduction in one easy-to-use solution. Working in tandem with the company’s line of Noiseproofing products, the sealant completes one of the most effective soundproofing system solutions available today.
With any residential or commercial structure, noise transmission from cracks in floors, walls and ceilings is one of the most…
Green Glue Brings Soundproofing Functionality to Aesthetic Design
Recent UL recognition underscores the Noiseproofing Compound’s reputation as a high-performance and safe building material
Granville, NY – March 15, 2011 – Architects and builders looking to specify both the safest and most effective materials in their designs and construction have a compelling new choice in soundproofing. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL) has announced the company’s innovative Green Glue Noiseproofing Compound – already one of the most environmentally friendly soundproofing products…
SMi Group announce inaugural European Demand Response and Dynamic Pricing confer …
SMi Group are delighted to announce their inaugural European Demand Response and Dynamic Pricing conference. Taking place on the 18th & 19th May 2011 in London this conference will address the ability of Demand Response and Dynamic Pricing at saving utility companies billions in capital expenditure on peak demand infrastructure, and create synergies between customers and the utilities that will assist in managing cost, and reducing environmental impact of power…
MCW Energy Group: US oil production and distribution company starts trading on t …
MCW Energy Group listed on the Open Market of Frankfurt Stock Exchange – Canadian oil company grows steadily – Price per share between € 0,50 and € 0,60 in the first week – Great potential for investors – Innovative oil sand recovery technology with high environmental standards
Canada, March 15, 2011 – MCW Energy Group started trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Since 1 March 2011, the shares of MCW Energy…
BSC Computer becomes a promoter of the EnOcean Alliance
The provider of EnOcean LAN infrastructure boosts its involvement in standardising energy harvesting wireless technology
San Ramon, USA, March 15, 2011 – BSC Computer GmbH has been announced as a promoter of the EnOcean Alliance, lending its weight to the application of batteryless EnOcean technology in TCP/IP communication systems. A member of the EnOcean Alliance since its formation, BSC Computer integrates the energy harvesting technology in its infrastructure solutions for…
Greenjobs Launches a New Version of their Popular Environmental and Renewable En …
Greenjobs has launched a new version of their popular environmental and renewable energy job board. The Greenjobs website has undergone a number of changes including a more contemporary design, the introduction of industry specific landing pages to make the navigation process easier and quicker for candidates and significant improvements to the overall functionality of the website.
Ireland, UK, March 15, 2011 -- Greenjobs has launched a new version of their popular…
Miss Earth Florida asks everyone to switch lights off, awareness on
No lights. No electricity. No problem. That’s the concept behind Earth Hour, celebrated on March 26, between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30p.m. Everyone is encouraged to turn off all lights, televisions, computers and any other appliances that use electricity to acknowledge and celebrate a commitment to do something more for our planet.
“Green beauties” Miss Earth Florida 2010, Kelly Saks and Miss Teen Earth Florida 2010 Britney Ronda are commissioning Floridians…
Core Synesis implements the new BPM technology of AuraPortal for the Brazilian c …
Usiminas is, at present, the largest steel company in Latin America and one of the biggest in the world
Woburn (Boston), MA. – March, 14 - 2011 – AuraPortal (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) has announced that its Partner in Brazil Core Synesis has implemented the Suite BPM of AuraPortal in the Brazilian corporation Usiminas, which is one of the leading steel companies in the world.
Core…
Premiere UND Sustainable Energy Event, Cleantech 2011, Issues Call for Abstracts
The Cleantech 2011 Workshop and Action Summit, which will be held June 19-21 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, is now accepting abstracts for breakout session presentations.
Grand Forks, ND, March 12, 2011 -- Premiere UND sustainable energy event, Cleantech 2011, issues call for abstracts
The Cleantech 2011 Workshop and Action Summit, which will be held June 19-21 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, is now accepting abstracts for breakout…
Brookfield Homes Wins Environmental Spirit Award for Rockrose Community in Carls …
Brookfield Homes’ eco-savvy new home community Rockrose at The Foothills has been named the 2011 recipient of the Environmental Spirit Award by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber celebrated its 43rd Annual Business Awards Dinner Friday at the Park Hyatt Resort Aviara in Carlsbad.
Opened one year ago, Rockrose features single-family detached residences that exceed the State of California’s Title 24 standards for energy efficiency by at least 35 percent.
In…
E Cigarette Store Anticipates the Increased Popularity of the E-Cigarette
The smoking ban enacted in the UK in 2007 shows no signs of being relaxed any time soon. In fact, two attempts to do just that died in Parliament last year, including an attempt to amend the legislation to allow tobacco use in private clubs. In response, E Cigarette Store anticipates that electronic cigarette usage will increase in the future.
Electronic cigarettes are devices that can be used as a tobacco…
All Sims Recycling Solutions Facilities in California Receive Environmental and …
Sims Recycling Solutions, the world’s largest electronics recycler announced today that all of their electronics recycling facilities in California have received OHSAS 18001:2007 certification and ISO 14001:2004 certification from Bureau Veritas. These certifications require adherence to specified requirements of environmental, health and safety management.
"We have always had exceptionally high standards for the safety of our employees, contractors, and visitors, and will continue to work hard to secure our vision of…
Turtle Bayou Mitigation Bank: Future Bank in the Works for Ecosystem Renewal, LL …
Ecosystem Renewal, LLC is currently developing the 270 acre Turtle Bayou Mitigation Bank (TBMB) project. Located in Rapides Parish, Louisiana due south of the city of Alexandria, the TBMB is situated in the middle of the state where it will offset environmental impacts to wetlands of the surrounding regions. An estimated service area is projected to extend southward through the heart of the Atchafalaya Basin. The service area potentially spans…
Greenjobs.co.uk launches a new version of their popular environmental and renewa …
Greenjobs has launched a new version of their popular environmental and renewable energy job board – greenjobs .co .uk. The Greenjobs website has undergone a number of changes including a more contemporary design, the introduction of industry specific landing pages to make the navigation process easier and quicker for candidates and significant improvements to the overall functionality of the website.
From a candidate’s perspective the main changes to the website include…
Sunnking Partners With Camp Good Days To Send Kids With Cancer To Camp
BUFFALO, NY (March 8, 2011) - Sunnking, Inc., (sunnking.com) an electronics recycling company with facilities in Buffalo, Brockport & Rochester, NY, is proud to announce a new partnership with Camp Good Days & Special Times (www.campgooddays.org) to help raise money to send children diagnosed with cancer to camp.
The new program named “E-Scrap For Camp” encourages local businesses in Buffalo, NY to set up an electronics recycling collection location…
Smart Grid – nice to have or must do? Exclusive podcast from Lee Krevat, SDG&E
An exclusive podcast from Lee Krevat, Smart Grid Director, SDG&E on: Smart Grid: “Nice to have” or “Must Do” is being released today by Smart Grid Update.
Lee Krevat and SDG&E are widely known for their progressive and innovative approach to Smart Grid initiatives and some of the topics covered in the podcast include:
Environment – Assess how to incorporate and enable all generation and storage options to support…
Dramm Releases a new White Paper: Effective Disinfection with Thermal Fogging
Dramm has released a white paper exploring thermal fogging as an application method for disinfection in livestock facilities.
Thermal Fogging for disinfection in livestock facilities is a safe and effective method for final decontamination. This article explores the thermal fogging process, explains the mechanics and the physics of thermal fogging and addresses the efficacy of thermo-kinetically atomized droplets in the disinfection process.
Visit our website at http://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx?sub=312 to download this white…
Portable Generator Reviews Announces Consumer Product reviews Service for Portab …
With the release of the new Portable Generator models from Generac there will now be a greater choice for customers. Elena R. Clark, editor of the Portable Generator Reviews web site says, "Due to cutting edge Portable Generator products showing up on a regular basis, sites such as ours offer shoppers with buyer's guides, Portable Generator reviews and reports that help them buy the most appropriate and best Portable Generator…
SOLIVIA SOLR INVERTERS FROM DELTA – CONFIRMATION OF COMPATIBILTY CERTIFIED BY FI …
The string inverter product line SOLIVIA 2.5, 3.0, 3.3 and 5.0 EU G3 as well as the Central Inverter product line with an output power ranging from 44 to 100 kW are certified with a confirmation of compatibility in combination with the FS-Series 2 and FS-Series 3 modules by First Solar. The thin film solar modules from First Solar represent the latest advancements in thin film solar technology.
The System Design…
Even Kids Can Do Their Part to "Erase Waste"
• Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for 3 hours!
• A modern glass bottle would take 4000 years or more to decompose -- and even longer if it's in the landfill!
• If all our newspaper was recycled, we could save around 250,000,000 trees each year!
• 9.1 billion plastic bottles were disposed of in 2002 with only 360 million of them being…
Chemicals M&A surge predicted as Middle East and China go head-to-head for asset …
Capturing technology and know-how to serve downstream markets will be the driver for many deals
KPMG’s chemicals specialists are predicting a two-horse race in the battle to acquire high-value assets and intellectual property, as players in the Middle East and China compete to seize the opportunities presented by a surge in global demand for downstream chemicals.
While enthusiasm for M&A activity around the world seems to be faltering in the…
CompostManager – The world’s first total compost management system, CMS2010, win …
The revolutionary CMS2010 compost monitoring system, by CompostManager, has won the 2011 Association for Organics Recycling Awards of Innovation in Technology and Machinery.
CMS2010 is a unique total Compost Management System that not only measures and monitors Temperature, Moisture, Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide, but also sets out the criteria for optimising the whole composting process.
By using CMS2010, composters will be able to:
• Reduce operating costs
• Comply with PAS 100 guidelines
• Increase throughput…
HOW THE WEST WAS WON: ARBORJET EXPANDS SALES TEAM WITH TWO NEW HIRES
WOBURN, MA — Arborjet (arborjet.com) is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its sales team. Lee Mangum, the Southwest Regional Manager and Dawn Ranchie Fluharty, the Northwest Regional Manager will support the company’s continued growth in the invasive pest management and plant health business across the western United States.
Invasive species such as the Gold Spotted Oak Borer, Mountain and Western Pine Beetle and Red Gum…
Synergy Oil, LLC Success in Oil and Gas investments
Synergy Oil, LLC established by Tony Pistilli in 2009, is recognized as a successful Oil Investment Company, we can help you create, protect, and enhance your unique investment objectives in the Energy Sector. Tony Pistilli adds value and years of experience to Synergy Oil's strategy-driven opportunities that build positive relationships and value while establishing our Oil and Gas positions are a cornerstone in the Synergy Oil, LLC “Commitment to…
BURDA SMART CONVINCING IN FORM AND FUNCTION
As of now the well-proven BURDA SMART products IP24 and BURDA SMART2000 are available new in black colour. The obvious advantages: first-class efficient heating performance in a compact and shapely design. A powerful beautiful heater perfectly dedicated for the outdoor usage at the patio or balcony. The persuasive infrared-shortwave technology provides you with clean CO2 free instant heating without pre-heating, which always guarantees the perfect heat capacity. Exactly convincing in…
