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To commemorate the 'World Environment Day 2012', the EAA is hosting "The 11th annual International Art Contest - One Small Change."

The Santa Clara County FireSafe Council (SCFSC) has been selected for two federal grants to fund ongoing Wildfire Protection and Prevention programs in Santa Clara County. The total for these two federal grants is $229,811 with a matching funds requirement of $24,024.

The Santa Clara County Fires Safe Council has been selected as a State Farm Insurance Good Neighbor Citizenship grant recipient for 2012. The Council will receive a $5,000 grant in support of the organization’s wildfire prevention and loss mitigation programs.

Many businesses and workplaces across the country have taken advantage of tritium powered exit signs. The benefits are significant, the most obvious being that the signs don’t require an external power source, meaning costly electrician’s fees can be avoided completely. The technology is effective and safe with radiation levels significantly below government limits. There seems to be no downside.

When a shot is fired, of all the cartridge components being discharged from the gun, the cartridge wad lasts longest in the environment.

With spring approaching and the need for junk removal Ottawa homes and businesses are utilizing online booking for debris and junk removal by Capital Junk. The full-service junk removal company serves residential and commercial customers throughout greater metropolitan Ottawa and surrounding areas.

BLS Asbestos have announced their annual sales are likely to hit their 2012 target as the company experiences attractive growth and development.

Forestry Research Associates (FRA) is urging those interested in alternative investments to get hold of a copy of the new RISI Global Tree Farm Economics Review.

It is important to provide more accurate data for creating confidence in developing carbon markets and Lloyd-Westcord agrees with that. The data that has been published this week has yielded a confidence to carbon markets.

Finland's increased timber products expert figures show that demand for timber is set to grow, according to FRA.

Broadening its lines of plastic lumber, POLY-WOOD, Inc.’s Lumber Division introduces a utility grade option with sustainability and moisture-proof attributes for uses in numerous industry applications from marine to construction to automotive.

News of the new Forest Carbon Partners forestry investment scheme from New Forests Inc. has won the support of FRA, which analyses various forms of forestry investment project.

Healthier indoor air is critical – especially for those who are susceptible to respiratory ailments, colds, viruses and bacteria. Now, thanks to innovative green technology, it is now easier to improve air quality and remove offensive odors and pollutants in a way that is safe, clean and effective.

The Republic of Congo's decision to encourage Indian private companies to invest in its forestry industry has been welcomed by FRA.

There are a lot of positive attributes about tritium exit signs. They are self-luminous, meaning that they do not require an outside source of energy to light up and help keep people safe. They can be used indoors and out, and they tend to glow for a long time before they need to be replaced.

An article in Money Morning, which talks about the benefits of investing in timber during economic downturns, has been welcomed by AAA.

NJB recycling can help mange all the waste from your place. They can assure that all waste is maintained and disposed off safely while taking consideration of the environment safety standards.

A new report on the benefits of timber investment in Money Morning, has attracted attention and praise from FRA.

A new planning rule that could increase forest land in the United States is being supported by research and analysis consultancy, Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

As of January 1, 2012, LA County is free of single use plastic bags. The intent of this ordinance is to promote the use of reusable bags in order to reduce negative economic and environmental impacts associated with single use bags. Starting July 1, 2011, the county ruled that large stores could not distribute single use plastic bags and a 10-cent charge would be placed on recyclable paper bags.

Research from Switzerland holds the key to “more efficient” timber plantations, claims research and analysis consultancy, Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

FRA said that now is a great time to have investments in forestry as the construction industry in the US begins to recover from its long slump.

The sale of 20 forestry plantations in Ireland has received the backing of FRA, which supports investment in sustainable forestry projects around the world.

What do construction sites, outdoor concerts, and home bathroom remodeling projects have in common?

FRA has stated its support for a campaign in the UK to embark upon a major reforestation programme in Britain.