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Eco IT Services Offerings Significantly Improve Margins for Partners

Continuing the momentum of its ongoing Eco Innovation Initiative, Sun Microsystems today announced the Sun[SM] Eco Advantage Program (EAP), providing Sun Partner[SM] Advantage Program members with the tools, resources and training they need to build their own eco IT practices.

15 Apr 2008

Extending Equipment Life Vital to Practical Development of Wind Power

Wind provided more electricity than several other alternative energy sources in 2007 -- approximately 1 percent of the global supply. By 2020, experts predict that wind will generate about 12 percent of world electricity needs, but the reliability of generating equipment is essential to the success of the rapidly growing wind power industry.

15 Apr 2008

Zero Motorcycles Featured In the Green Power Prix-View

Zero Motorcycles recently announced the all-new, state-of-the-art battery-powered Zero X dirt bike which will be included in the Green Power Prix-View (booth #2212). Green Power Prix-View will display alternative energy vehicles and on-circuit activities with vehicles ranging from hydrogen-powered cars to robotic vehicles.

15 Apr 2008

ReneSola Signed Wafer Contracts with Ningbo Solar and Eoplly

ReneSola Ltd, a leading Chinese manufacturer of solar wafers, today announced that it has signed six-year wafer supply contracts with Ningbo Solar Electric Power Co., Ltd. and Eoplly New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.

15 Apr 2008

ENERGY STAR Helps Travelers Easily Find More Environmentally Friendly Hotels

Finding energy efficient hotels across the country has become even easier for travelers searching out green travel options. Making an important addition to its eco-travel microsite, launched in April 2007, Orbitz now recognizes hotels that earn the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR(R) -- the national mark of excellence in energy efficiency.

15 Apr 2008

Top Ten Tips for Greening Your Garden

Face it: the classic suburban lawn is an ecological disaster. Grooming that expanse of velvety green grass typically involves pesticides, herbicides and plenty of water through summer’s hottest months, not to mention the oil and gasoline needed to fuel the lawn mower. Now, just in time for Earth Day, there’s help for eco-warrior wannabes who want some green space at home (and time to enjoy it).

15 Apr 2008

The Only LEED-Certified Photo Studio in the Country

Today Kohl's Department Stores announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art photo studio in Milwaukee, just miles from the company's Menomonee Falls, Wis. headquarters. The 100,000-square-foot facility was constructed using the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) criteria and is expected to earn a Gold rating from the organization. It will be the only LEED-certified photo studio in the country.

15 Apr 2008

Diodes Prevents Energy Stored in Batteries from Leaking Back Out of the Solar Panel

IXYS Corporation, a Silicon Valley headquartered semiconductor company, introduces a family of proprietary diodes, the DFP32-005 device family. These diodes are optimized for solar cell panels and space sensitive applications, where the devices can withstand radiation levels found in space.

15 Apr 2008

Elmer's Glue Crew Recycling Program Collection Period Begins Earth Day

Elmer's Glue Crew classrooms nationwide are celebrating Earth Day by recycling glue bottles and glue sticks. Elmer's(R) Products, Inc., an industry leader in adhesives, arts and crafts, office and educational products, is encouraging teachers enrolled in the Elmer's Glue Crew Recycling program to bring empty glue bottles and glue sticks to the nearest Wal-Mart(R) store, beginning Earth Day, April 22, 2008.

15 Apr 2008

2008 Growing Up Green List of Environmentally Friendly Products

From organic apparel for newborns to toys for teens that teach environmental sustainability, The Parent Company, a leading Internet commerce, content and new media company for growing families, meets the increased demand for "green" children's products with innovative, environmentally friendly and trendy items for children of all ages.

15 Apr 2008

Suntech Power Awarded 2008 Global Frost + Sullivan Company of the Year

Based on its recent analysis of the solar energy development market, Frost + Sullivan recognizes Suntech Power with the 2008 Global Frost + Sullivan Company of the Year Award.

15 Apr 2008

Complete and Comprehensive Guide on Latest Trends in Green IT

Research and Markets has announced the addition of "2008 Trends to Watch: Green IT" to their offering.

15 Apr 2008

Ford Leaving No Particle Unturned in the Quest for Fuel Efficiency

Ford is leaving no particle unturned in the quest for fuel efficiency.

15 Apr 2008

Merge Reinforces Region's Position As Lead Driver for Innovation in UK's Processing Sector

The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) and the Centre of Excellence for Nano, Micro and Photonic Systems (Cenamps), have today announced that they will merge with immediate effect in a move that reinforces the region's position as the lead driver for innovation in the UK's processing sector.

15 Apr 2008

Center Aims to Drastically Reduce Cost of Solar Energy

MIT and Fraunhofer, a German research organization, have signed an agreement to establish a research center in Massachusetts focused on significantly reducing the cost of solar energy over the next five years. The MIT-Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy Systems will develop cutting-edge technologies and materials for designing and producing better solar modules.

15 Apr 2008