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Diesel Prices Escalating, More Economical to Convert to Biodiesel

Diesel prices are escalating, rising by nearly a dollar per gallon over the last three months. As the cost of petroleum fuel escalates, shrewd fleet operators and drivers of diesel passenger cars are finding it even more economical to convert to Blue Sun Fusion, a premium B20 biodiesel.

21 May 2008

World's Ocean Circulation and Links to Earth's Climate

A satellite that will help scientists better monitor and understand rises in global sea level, study the world's ocean circulation and its links to Earth's climate, and improve weather and climate forecasts is undergoing final preparations for a June 15 launch from California's Vandenberg Air Force Base.

21 May 2008

Approach Dramatically Improves Accuracy of Atmospheric Aerosol Measurements

Satellites taking atmospheric measurements might now be able to see blue skies as clearly as optimists do. Researchers have found a way to reduce cloud-induced glare when satellites measure blue skies on cloudy days, by as much as ten-fold in some cases.

21 May 2008

Perkins+Will Named A Winner of the Champion for Change Award

Perkins+Will, a global integrated design firm, will be named among the winners of the "Champion for Change Award," presented today at the 2008 Environmental Excellence award ceremonies. Sponsored by Practice Greenhealth, the "Champion for Change" awards recognize organizations that have successfully greened their own operations while helping others to reduce their impact on the environment.

20 May 2008

NSTAR Earned Coveted Gold Certification for Corporate Office Building

Known for its avid support of energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in the region, NSTAR is now one of only three companies in Massachusetts to meet the rigorous standards of a LEED® Gold certification for existing buildings.

20 May 2008

ClearTainers has Introduced its First Stationary System

ClearTainers, Inc., makers of the ClearStream® recycler, the most widely used portable recycling containers in the U.S., has introduced its first stationary system - ClearMax(TM). ClearMax units are the perfect system for parks, cityscapes, convention centers or public buildings, etc. - everywhere that real, visible recycling is needed.

20 May 2008

WaterPure International has Attracted Major Media Attention as they Market Atmospheric Water Generators

WaterPure International, Inc. has attracted major media attention as they market their Atmospheric Water Generators (AWG). Water-cooler type devices, AWGs extract moisture from the atmosphere through a condensation process transforming the moisture into pure, healthy drinking water.

20 May 2008

Company Establishes First Facility for Management and Bio-Diesel Production

Renew Energy Resources today announced that it has entered into an agreement for the consulting and management of a mid-sized Bio-Diesel facility which will produce "Fatty Acid Methel Esters" (FAME).

20 May 2008

Power Purchase Agreement with Western GeoPower Solid for 20 Years

Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) today announced the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Western GeoPower, Inc. for the supply of approximately 265,000 MWh per year of clean, renewable, baseload electricity at a levelized price of $98 per MWh for 20 years.

20 May 2008

Carbon Nanotubes Could Be as Harmful as Asbestos

A major study published today in Nature Nanotechnology suggests some forms of carbon nanotubes -- a poster child for the "nanotechnology revolution" -- could be as harmful as asbestos if inhaled in sufficient quantities.

20 May 2008

Innovative Tool for Teaching Sustainability and Environmental Concepts to Children

Applied Materials, Inc. today announced the launch of its Bright Future"! card game, an innovative tool for teaching sustainability and environmental concepts to children in a fun and flexible way.

20 May 2008

Approval Allows Company to Further Expand Market Presence in China

Critical backup power systems inventor and manufacturer Active Power, Inc., today announced China's Ministry of Information Industry (MII) has certified multiple products in the company's CleanSource® UPS (uninterruptible power supply) 300 Series product line.

20 May 2008

Waste Electronics Recycling Industry is Rapidly Growing

The waste electronics recycling industry is rapidly growing in Europe and this is mainly thanks to legislation; principally the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive complimented by the ROHS (Restriction On the use of certain Hazardous Substances) directive, which represent the most important driver in this market.

20 May 2008

Tompkins Associates Implements Equipment and Systems for Greener Facility

With its new sensor-activated Motorized Drive Roller (MDR) Conveyor, recently implemented by Tompkins Associates (Tompkins), the company increased efficiency and elevated its energy savings: Energy usage is expected to decrease by as much as 40 to 60 percent.

20 May 2008

Government's Vision for Vibrant and Sustainable Communities Given a Boost

The Government's vision for vibrant and sustainable communities was given a boost today with the announcement of a new highly skilled Chief Planner by Communities Secretary Hazel Blears.

20 May 2008