Read Top Environment > Environment Headlines and Articles from http://www.environmentprnews.com en-us http://www.environmentprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/carlsbad-mayor-cdod-county-officials-respond-to-brc-report-260933.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Carlsbad and Eddy County officials say Southeast New Mexico's salt beds should play a key role in the country moving forward with the BRC's suggestions. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/why-modern-homeowners-are-trading-in-curtains-for-blinds-260990.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Lately, people begin to realize that it is better to use blinds instead of curtains, simply because the blinds are more practical. This is because blinds can be maintained easily compared to curtains. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/cutting-edge-fuel-solutions-from-sierra-help-boaters-protect-critical-engine-parts-while-meeting-government-regulations-260553.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Sierra hoses and fuel/water separating filters offer boaters protection from the effects of ethanol-blended fuels on their engines. The Sierra Fuel and Water Separating Filter will effectively filter debris down to the 10-micron level. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/wildlife-surveys-just-got-a-whole-lot-easier-260239.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Wildlife Sightings (www.junponline.com) is proud to announce new wildlife survey data management services for conservation organizations and individuals. No more technical barriers to managing and publishing your wildlife survey data. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/improved-hcl-and-hf-analyzers-from-lgr-enable-power-plant-compliance-monitoring-to-new-epa-standards-260410.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Ultra-precise analyzers for measurement of trace levels of hydrogen chloride (HCl) and hydrogen fluoride (HF) gases. Ideal for monitoring power plants for compliance with the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) recently announced by the EPA. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/new-brightwater-plan-1-home-by-pardee-offers-great-room-ecofriendly-living-in-masterplanned-pacific-highlands-ranch-260118.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Plan1 at Brightwater is spacious and elegant, featuring an inviting entry and gracious formal dining room/library. These new coastal-close homes have a wealth of energy-saving features and options and are priced from the mid $800,000s. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/ein-news-announces-launch-of-cheniere-energy-daily-report-260628.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT EIN News, a leading media monitoring company focused on political, business and industry news, has added Cheniere Energy Daily Report to its Company Daily Reports news division. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/02/busch-systems-supports-united-way-with-a-recordbreaking-campaign-260075.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Busch Systems, a leading manufacturer of recycling, waste and compost containers, is a long time supporter of United Way of Greater Simcoe County and has topped their previous contributions with a record 2011 campaign. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/atlanta-perimeter-hotel-announces-the-gas-card-package-for-guests-to-enjoy-259413.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Holiday Inn Express andamp; Suites Perimeter hotel near Dunwoody, GA announces a special package. With the Gas Card Package, travelers can receive a $25 gas gift card with stay. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/require-high-scores-on-sustainable-manufacturing-practices-when-buying-a-wood-stove-259490.htm Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT With over 158 years of practice and a documented track record of environmentally-responsible manufacturing processes, Morso Energy Efficient Wood Stoves demonstrate sustainable principles. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/ifp-energies-nouvelles-ifpen-and-avantium-intensify-collaboration-in-advanced-high-throughput-research-259030.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Today Avantium and IFPEN announced intensifying the collaboration for further deployment of Avantium' s Flowrence technology in IFPEN' s High Throughput lab. Avantium's advanced technology and application knowledge were key in this decision. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/former-senator-domenici-dr-james-conca-join-list-of-confirmed-speakers-for-carlsbad-nuclear-summit-259387.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Carlsbad Department of Development announced that former state Senator Pete Domenici and Dr. James Conca will be speaking at the National Nuclear Fuel Cycle Summit taking place April 2-5, 2012 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/growers-secret-enhances-growth-opportunities-in-2012-with-new-vice-president-of-product-management-259253.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Agriculture expert Chuck Schiller is newest addition to Grower's Secret's executive team http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/rhodia-and-avantium-to-jointly-develop-biobased-polyamides-258964.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Rhodia, of the Solvay Group, and Avantium announced today that they have entered into a partnership to jointly develop a range of new bio-based polyamides for various applications. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/tag-smart-energy-society-presents-securing-the-grid-smart-grid-vulnerability-258898.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Tim Weidenbach of Landis+Gyr, Ward Pyles of Southern Company, and Tobias Whitney of General Electric will participate in a TAG Smart Energy society cyber security panel Feb. 13. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/fftsolutiontm-used-to-assist-in-oil-spill-cleanup-259222.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT FFT-SolutionTM, A new green, toxin free, cost efficient oil dispersant has been used to assist in the oil spill remediation at a mid-atlantic naval facility. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/echola-systems-introduces-new-lowcost-smart-power-distribution-unit-in-desktop-form-factor-258714.htm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Go Green and Save! using Echola Systems smart PDUs. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/tulsa-lawn-care-company-converting-to-propanepowered-equipment-258561.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Locally-owned Tulsa lawn care company LawnAmerica has recently converted most of its spray engines to run on clean-burning propane. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/canary-labs-solidifies-leadership-in-energy-industry-258544.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Sales and marketing veterans added to focus on oil, gas and electric markets. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/noxel-corporation-noxl-the-futurepositive-and-agile-corporation-257994.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Noxel Corp. (Nevada), announced that it has received confirmation from FINRA for its name change from Innosuisse Corp. to Noxel Corp. at OTC Markets, symbol NOXL, effective Jan 13, 2012. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/protech-industries-receives-approximately-35-million-in-fire-protection-contracts-258311.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Pro-Tech Fire Protection Systems Corp, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pro-Tech Industries, Inc., has announced receiving additional new contracts totaling approximately $3.5 million for its fire protection contracting business. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/nicaraguas-renewable-energy-revolution-underway-258323.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Nicaragua is setting a new course towards energy security, reducing its dependence on foreign oil from 80% to 6% within a decade, becoming an international leader in renewable technologies by 2016. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/directtomouth-products-in-stick-packs-lifting-much-more-than-the-energy-market-258105.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Brand managers and packaging professionals looking for a jolt to existing or envisaged product lines should be paying close attention to a 'new' twist in stick packaging: direct-to-mouth (DTM) dosing. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/ecofriendly-party-launches-the-first-super-bowl-quotwatching-the-game-ecofriendly-green-menu-couponquot-257794.htm Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The only environmentally friendly online party planning service www.ecofriendlyparty.com teamed up with 5 inspiring green companies to bring big savings to Super Bowl party hosts. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/2012-energy-star-requirements-for-gas-and-oil-furnaces-gets-tighter-257599.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The EPA announces changes to it's requirements for the Energy Star program regarding HVAC products including Gas and Oil Furnaces for 2012. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/the-spencer-institute-for-coach-education-offers-green-living-and-family-health-trends-predictions-for-2012-257597.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT With its ongoing focus on greener, cleaner living, The Spencer Institute recently offered its predictions for 2012 green living trends. The 2012 green trends focus on food, lifestyle and a greener economy. Family health a big concern. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/renewable-energy-specialists-solare-werkstaetten-uk-ltd-launch-new-website-257509.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Solare Werkstaetten UK Ltd, a renewable energy consultancy has officially launched their new website at www.solareuk.co.uk. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/southern-petroleum-laboratories-inc-opens-new-facility-257145.htm Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Lab and field services now offered by SPL at Pleasanton, Texas location. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/busch-systems-new-metal-recycling-container-provides-both-fire-resistance-and-customized-openings-257265.htm Sun, 15 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Busch Systems' new andquot;Evolution Seriesandquot; of metal recycling bins offers both fire resistance and customization for recycling and waste collection programs of any type. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/morso-5660-inserts-transform-fireplaces-into-home-heat-ally-257086.htm Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT You can maximize heat distribution and lower oil bills by converting an open fireplace into a wood heat appliance with the Morso 5660 fireplace insert. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/enviroscience-inc-recognized-for-second-year-in-a-row-as-one-of-the-100-fastest-growing-companies-in-ne-ohio-257082.htm Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Council of Small Enterprises (COSE) Announces Top Weatherhead 100 Companies http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/junk-removal-company-the-junkluggers-expands-in-queens-ny-256851.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Junkluggers, one of the fastest growing eco-friendly junk removal companies in the US, expands its reach in Queens due to increased customer demand for their services http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/build-it-green-deepens-impact-in-southern-california-with-new-board-members-256945.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Board reflects growing demand for green building services throughout the state. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/texas-tankertruck-accident-explosion-sends-drivers-to-hospital-256688.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Injury victims in Central and East Texas have a proven resource for legal guidance and decisive action in our firm, Colley andamp; Colley, L.L.P. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/first-impressions-productions-llc-launches-new-online-magazine-that-reviews-natural-and-organic-products-256542.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT TheseAreGreat.com is a new online magazine dedicated to health-conscious women and men who are interested in following a natural and organic lifestyle. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/customers-save-money-on-energy-bills-with-upvc-doors-installation-256739.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Many homeowners have turned to home improvements this year in an attempt to give the home a makeover and save money on energy bills. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/toward-energy-independence-not-without-bumps-in-the-road-256381.htm Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The business of getting energy doesn't come without a price. From the impact of hydraulic fracturing on the environment to pipeline explosions, oil and gas workers and local residents will continue to get hurt from oil and gas extraction. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/1/patricia-t-mitchell-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-archaeology-256340.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Patricia Mitchell is an expert in bioarchaeology who has accumulated more than two decades of experience http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/nashville-church-of-scientology-staff-and-parishioners-launch-quotthe-way-to-happinessquot-campaign-256154.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Staff and parishioners of the Nashville Church of Scientology kicked off the New Year by launching a campaign for happy living. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/simple-energy-works-designs-and-installs-a-338kw-pv-solar-power-system-for-action-heating-and-cooling-in-crossville-tennessee-255816.htm Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Simple Energy Works (www.SimpleEnergyWorks.com) designed and installed the second largest photovoltaic (PV) solar system in Cumberland County, Tennessee for Action Heating and Cooling. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/eddy-county-commissioner-joins-eca-executive-board-256018.htm Sun, 08 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Eddy County Commission Chairman Roxanne Lara has been elected to the Energy Communities Alliance (ECA) 2012 executive board. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/01/uk-energy-saving-launches-newlook-energy-watch-page-255839.htm Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT New look Energy Watch page from UK Energy Saving features green company profiles. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2012/1/michael-d-park-named-professional-of-the-year-in-environmental-construction-255602.htm Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Michael Park was recently selected to be featured in Pro-Files Magazine http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/frontier-lump-charcoal-now-available-at-bjs-wholesale-club-in-florida-255130.htm Sat, 31 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Frontier brand of outdoor cooking products is pleased to announce that its 34 lb. bag of 100% Natural Hardwood Lump Charcoal is now available at 28 BJ's Wholesale Club locations in Florida. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/thermafiber-releases-revolutionary-curtain-wall-fire-containment-system-254924.htm Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Patent pending system saves energy, time, materials and money. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/birdbeat-announces-its-first-annual-bigyear-and-invites-everyone-to-join-them-254873.htm Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Who can resist a good sport? http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/2000000-m2-mega-estate-set-in-mystical-surroundings-exclusively-available-through-schellhammer-brokerage-254446.htm Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Andalucia-style Cortijo dating back to XVII Century set in mystical surroundings for a fulfillment that embodies the culmination of success and a priceless biography. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/jennifer-l-wester-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-engineering-254519.htm Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Jennifer Wester is certified as a professional engineer http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/maritime-law-perils-faced-by-seamen-254180.htm Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Seamen and longshoremen work long hours in dangerous conditions. When they are injured, they can seek compensation under the Jones Act. Learn more about this law and what injured crewmembers may recover. http://www.environmentprnews.com/environment_environment_articles/2011/12/the-danger-of-working-with-electricity-254184.htm Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Despite the inherent danger of working on power lines, many workers are unaware of the potential electrical hazards they are exposed to. Learn more about electrocution hazards through the following article.