Archive for October, 2008

World’s Rarest Cockatoo Rediscovered in Indonesia

The world's rarest cockatoo has been found in Indonesia. A research team on behalf of the Indonesian Parrot Project rediscovered the Yellow-crested Abbott's cockatoo this summer in the Masalembu Archipelago. Ten cockatoos have been identified–four males, four females, and two juveniles–making them the most threatened cockatoo in the wild and one of [...]

Experts Clash Over Mud Disaster - Theories on Trigger of Indonesian Mud Volcano

Two international conferences are scheduled to discuss the Indonesian mud volcano. Bambang Istadi, Geologist, Energi Mega Persada, will present to the London Geological Society new evidence and facts that the drilling of the Banjarpanji-1 well could not have been the trigger for LUSI. The evidence presented will provide for the first time, clear and indisputable [...]

Experts Clash Over Mud Disaster - Theories on Trigger of Indonesian Mud Volcano

Two international conferences are scheduled to discuss the Indonesian mud volcano. Bambang Istadi, Geologist, Energi Mega Persada, will present to the London Geological Society new evidence and facts that the drilling of the Banjarpanji-1 well could not have been the trigger for LUSI. The evidence presented will provide for the first time, clear and indisputable [...]

Experts Clash Over Mud Disaster - Theories on Trigger of Indonesian Mud Volcano

Two international conferences are scheduled to discuss the Indonesian mud volcano. Bambang Istadi, Geologist, Energi Mega Persada, will present to the London Geological Society new evidence and facts that the drilling of the Banjarpanji-1 well could not have been the trigger for LUSI. The evidence presented will provide for the first time, clear and indisputable [...]

NaturalPath Media Launches Innovative ‘Background’ Ad Units Powered by AdCamo

New Ad Units Provide Advertisers a Large, Trackable Creative Footprint to Engage Consumers (PRWeb Oct 21, 2008)
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WSI Energycast Outlook Calls for Cold Start to Winter in Northeast

WSI expects the upcoming three-month period to average warmer-than-normal across the eastern half of the US and the Southwest, with below-normal temperatures confined to the northwestern quarter of the country. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2008)
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Midbrook, Inc. and JRI Announce Alliance

Midbrook, Inc. of Jackson, MI, and JRI, of Springfield, MO, have announced a new business alliance to help better serve their customers. The two independent companies will work together to provide product and service for their diverse customer bases. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2008)
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Insulated Concrete Walls Inc. Chosen for "Frontier Project"

14,000 square foot Rancho Cucamonga CA demonstration building will feature the latest in sustainable design, systems, products and technologies. (PRWeb Oct 20, 2008)
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NatureAir Launches Educational Eco-Tourism Blog

Today NatureAir, the world's first certified carbon neutral airline, announced the official launch of its Nature Blog. The blog was created to help educate readers on sustainable travel and keep people informed and involved in Costa Rica as an ecotourist destination. Nature Blog provides an educational outlet for people to share and exchange [...]

Natural Area Rugs Joins the Los Angeles, Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce

Natural Area Rugs, the worldwide leader of providing quality area rugs for homes, is proud to announce their recent acceptance into the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce. With offices based in and around LA, Natural Area Rugs strives to meet and exceed all customer expectations by adhering to [...]

Premium Spirit Announces Record Sales And National Presence Following Launch At Luxury Resort

The most recent example includes the hosting of an exclusive premier for their award-winning spirit and signature drink at Windows on the Green, the renowned restaurant located at the AAA Five Diamond Phoenician resort in Scottsdale. With more than 125 distinguished guests in attendance, CRUZ Tequila also reported a staggering 286 percent sales increase [...]

Greenblock to Exhibit at USGBC ‘Greenbuild International Conference and Expo’ in Boston

Greenblock High Performance Insulated Concrete Form Wall Systems a Perfect fit for Conference Theme; "Revolutionary Green: Innovations for Global Sustainability." (PRWeb Oct 18, 2008)
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Greenblock ICF Wall Systems…Hurricane Proof Building Along Carolina Coast

Insulated Concrete Form wall systems ideal for safe, strong and energy efficient residential and commercial construction throughout the Carolinas (PRWeb Oct 18, 2008)
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Birmingham Business Journal Discusses Benefits of Seedco Financial’s Green Building Program

Seedco Financial, a subsidiary of Seedco, is working to create opportunities for those in underserved developments to benefit from green living (PRWeb Oct 16, 2008)
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AQUAMANTRA® Premium Natural Spring Water Rolls Out "I AM GRATEFUL" in 39 Whole Foods Market® Stores this Thanksgiving Season

AQUAMANTRA, the award-winning bottled water company, will be saying a new "Mantra" this holiday season. "I AM GRATEFUL" is more than words, it is the name of the latest innovation coming from the AQUAMANTRA Premium Natural Spring Water company. The vibrant 1 liter bottle of "I AM GRATEFUL" is unveiling exclusively in the U.S. in [...]

Industrial Nanotech Enters Agricultural Market With Solution to Multibillion Dollar Crop Crisis

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets: INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that the Company has launched a new patented product for the agricultural market which has been proven to provide a solution to the growing crisis that threatens 15 billion dollars worth of crops in the US and billions more worldwide. Failure [...]

Light Bulbs Etc., Inc. Announces a New Showroom with its First Ever Radio Advertising Campaign…

Light Bulbs Etc., Inc. opens a new showroom with focus towards compact fluorescent light bulb education. (PRWeb Oct 16, 2008)
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Prestigious International Underwater Photography & Video Competition Series Puts Over $75,000 In Prizes Up For Grabs

The "Superbowl" of international underwater photography & video competitions celebrates the beauty, mystery and plight of the oceans as organizers search for the world's best underwater images. (PRWeb Oct 16, 2008)
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Doe Run’s Maroon Mine Rescue Team Accomplishes ‘Three-Peat’

10 awards won by Doe Run teams at Southeast Missouri Mine Rescue Contest (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008)
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Robin D. Smith Joins ESRI’s Environmental Management Team

Experienced Leader to Grow GIS for a Sustainable Planet (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008)
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Environmental Company First to Recycle Acetone-contaminated Acetylene Cylinders

New process reduces waste, landfill hazards and liability for acetylene consumers and distributors. (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008)
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Environmental Working Group Report on Bottled Water Contains Sensationalized Science and Exaggerated Claims, IBWA Says

Consumers can remain confident that bottled water is a safe, healthy packaged food product that is comprehensively regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008)
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CBF and TNC Support Native Oyster Alternatives in Environmental Impact Study

Research indicates significant potential with native oysters for industry and environment, while not demonstrating reasonable assurance that the non-native species will be successful or that it will not harm an already compromised estuary (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008)
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Skipping Stone Acquired from Commerce Energy

Greg Lander and Peter Weigand have partnered to acquire Skipping Stone, www.skippingstone.com from Commerce Energy. Skipping Stone, founded by Weigand in 1996, will continue to focus on the energy industry. The partners are expanding the company's existing consulting service offerings to add interim management and contract resources, as well as executive search services. [...]

Pavilion Energy Resources, Inc. Announces Acquisition

Pavilion Energy Resources, Inc., an energy company focusing on the purchase, acquisition, and development of operating oil and natural gas properties, announces the acquisition of several properties in Tennessee and Kentucky. (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008)
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Proceeds of Holiday Cards from Paper Shouts Benefits Local Green Organization - Our City Forest

Celebrate the Holidays in an Eco-friendly fashion with Paper Shouts' 100 Percent Recycled Custom Cards. (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008)
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FirstAgain Offers Unsecured Personal Loans for Solar Installation Projects

Online consumer lender celebrates Solar Energy Week with reimbursement incentive. (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008)
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softRealty.com Helps Real Estate Agents Save Green By Going Green

softRealty.com's Search Connect Free IDX Property Search provides more criteria for home buyers to use in finding homes that match their needs. By helping home buyers find a closer match to what they are looking for in a home, the hours spent driving from house to house are greatly reduced. This saves both time and [...]

Wiley Announces Online Continuing Education System for Design Professionals: wileyCPE.com

Online Continuing Education System Available Now for Design Professionals through Wiley (PRWeb Oct 13, 2008)
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ASL Recycling Raises Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars for Local Non-Profits, Diverts Millions of Pounds of E-Waste from Local Landfills

E-waste Drop-off program helps local schools, charities and other local non-profits raisefunds and community awareness about the environment. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008)
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GeoEye-1 Satellite Sensor Acquires First Color Image, Showcasing its High-resolution and Image Quality

World’s Highest-Resolution Natural Color Satellite Image was collected by GeoEye from its new GeoEye-1 Satellite sensor over Kutztown University in Pennsylvania on October 7, 2008. The high-resolution and Image quality showcases GeoEye-1’s Imaging capabilities with a resolution of 0.41- meter or 1.35- feet at Nadir. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)
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GeoEye-1 Satellite Sensor Acquires First Color Image, Sshowcasing its High-resolution and Image Quality

World’s Highest-Resolution Natural Color Satellite Image was collected by GeoEye from its new GeoEye-1 Satellite sensor over Kutztown University in Pennsylvania on October 7, 2008. The high-resolution and Image quality showcases GeoEye-1’s Imaging capabilities with a resolution of 0.41- meter or 1.35- feet at Nadir. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)
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Organic Cotton Production Grows 152 Percent in 2007/2008, New Organic Exchange Report Shows

Report to be released at October 14-17 Porto, Portugal conference (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)
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Doe Run Smelter Air Monitoring Reflects Attainment

State Implementation Plan initiatives accomplish attainment goal in 3rd quarter (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)
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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Award Winning Environmental Innovators to Speak at Omega’s Water of Life Conference

Omega Institute, in an effort to find lasting solutions to the global freshwater resource crisis, today announced it will hold The Water of Life conference October 24-26th on its Rhinebeck campus. Leading environmental speakers such as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Maude Barlow, John Todd, and many others will discuss the global water crisis and [...]

Community Gas Partners Changes the Oil & Gas Industry

A 'different' kind of oil & gas company is changing the face of the industry (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)
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KOMPAN Donates New Interactive Playground Equipment in the Lower Ninth Ward

KOMPAN unveiled today its vision of the future of play, ICON, an electronic outdoor playground system. The donation was made to the Make It Right Foundation (MIR) based in New Orleans. Founded by Brad Pitt, MIR is committed to building eco-friendly homes in the Lower Ninth Ward after Hurricane Katrina devastated the region in [...]

Launch of an Enhanced Strategic Partnership to Benefit Life on Earth

Joint Efforts of UN Convention on Biological Diversity and The Nature Conservancy to Help Governments Implement Global Conservation Treaty, Increase Protected Areas (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)
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"Greenest of the Green" Campaign Launched by Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association (CIMA)

The Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association (CIMA) launches "Greenest of the Green" industry campaign in conjunction with a new industry website to educate consumers, architects, builders and contractors about Cellulose Insulation — the insulation with the lowest "embodied energy," the highest recycled content and excellent performance. (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008)
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Consumers Can Help Control Air Pollution Through Energy Conservation - But Are They Willing?

Green Mountain-sponsored survey reveals that 1 in 5 Americans know that electricity generation is the leading cause of air pollution (PRWeb Oct 7, 2008)
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