Environment Press Releases

Key Environmental Policies Boosting US Analytical Instruments Market

LogoWith industries such as chemical and pharmaceutical making significant investment in testing, the US analytical instruments market will be worth US$ 6.6 Billion in 2011, says RNCOS in its latest research.

FRA Welcomes Positive Forestry News from EU

Forestry Research Associates (FRA) has has welcomed the positive announcements from the European Union about the state of the world’s forests.

China Becomes Highest Spending BC Timber Market - FRA

According to Forestry Research Associates, China has taken over from the US as the largest consumer of wood from British Columbia in Canada.

Domestic Paper Industry Wants US to Promote the Waste Paper Quality

LogoRecently, an article published by president of Moore & Associates Bill Moore reveals that quality of American waste paper is declining.

World Centric Named One of America’s Most Promising Social Entrepreneurs 2011 by Bloomberg Businessweek

World Centric, a leading supplier of foodservice and retail compostable products, has been named among the top social entrepreneurs of 2011 by Bloomberg Businessweek. Since its inception in 2004 as a non-profit and now as a for-profit since 2009, World Centric remains committed to reducing environmental impact to the planet and offers consumers a more responsible choice in place of traditional plastics and Styrofoam(tm). World Centric, which will celebrate its most successful year to date, is happy to be recognized nationally as a social enterprise that is more concerned with doing good rather than just profits.

Indonesia Makes Positive Steps to Boost Forest Community Rights

Forestry Research Associates, the sustainable forestry research organization, has backed moves by Indonesia to renew commitments to forestry protection.

TI Initiates 'Grow Green' Project

Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.(TI), committed to the Grow Green initiative, has carried out a massive Tree Plantation Drive across India, achieving itself a target of planting over 1 lac Multi Purpose Trees at various locations across the country.

Kimberly-Clark Forestry Commitment Should Encourage Others, Says FRA

Forestry Research Associated has welcomed an announcement that personal hygiene products giant Kimberly-Clarke has expanded its membership of the World Wildlife Fund’s Global Forest & Trade Network.

WMRAS & NEA Launched Inaugural Solid Waste Management Event in Asia

Waste Management and Recycling Association of Singapore (WMRAS) and National Environment Agency (NEA) launched a brand new trade event, WasteMET Asia, an exhibition and conference in solid waste management and environmental technology. Co-located with Singapore International Water Week and World Cities Summit in July 2012, the inaugural event is proud to have International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) as a strategic partner. WasteMET Asia is also supported by Economic Development Board, International Enterprise Singapore, JTC Corporation, Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau, and SPRING Singapore.

Lee Hortman of Gray & Creech Releases Podcast on Water Contamination

Vice President Of Operations At Gray & Creech Water Systems Discusses Drinking Water Components And Why Filtered Water Is Best

Measurement of Oxygen Concentration in Blanketing and Inerting Operations

Gaseous oxygen measurement with amperometric sensors is the most direct and easiest solution for protection against oxidation and explosion.

ReportsnReports.com: Biodegradable Plastics Market: by Types (Starch, PLA, PHA, PCL, and PBS), Applications, Regulations, Prices, Trends & Forecast (2011 - 2016)

The increasing demand for renewable and bio-based materials and shift in consumer preference to eco-friendly packaging are driving the market for global biodegradable plastics. The global biodegradable plastics market in terms of volume (‘000, metric tons) is expected to grow from 664 thousand metric tons in 2010 to 2330 thousand metric tons in 2016 at an estimated CAGR of 20.24% from 2011 to 2016.

FRA Welcomes Sustainable Forestry Initiative Pilot Bioenergy Project

Forestry Research Associates has announced its support for the new woody biomass procurement project, launched by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).

2012 RFP Season Is Here! Do You Know Your Green Info?

It’s that time again – Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are already hitting the street. From coast to coast and around the world, hotel staff are sharpening their pencils and filling out select paperwork from a mountain of NBTA forms with the hope of winning business.

Tree Service of LA Offers Advice on Trees and Power Lines

According to an expert of Premiere Tree Services of Los Angeles, If tree limbs grow into a power line they can create all sorts of problems.

Sparians Bowling Boutique & Bistro Serves up Easter Sunday Brunch With a Side of Bowling

Sparians Bowling Boutique & Bistro, the Triangle’s only bowling boutique and bistro, will be offering an Easter Brunch on April 24th, from 10:30am – 3:30pm. The Bistro at Sparians is a full-scale restaurant serving American favorites with an upscale twist.

Shiply Celebrates Milestone Of 500,000 Listings

LogoSince June 2008, Shiply.com, a website matching people moving goods with delivery companies already making similar journeys has reached the massive milestone of 500,000 actual live listings. This means since its launch, users on Shiply.com have listed over 500,000 items, from cars to boats to house moves, looking to save up to 75% off their transport costs.

Miss Earth Florida 2010 and Miss Teen Earth Florida 2010 Announce Green Tour Across Florida

LogoContinuing to demonstrate their commitment to environmental education and advocacy, Miss Earth Florida 2010 Kelly Saks and Miss Teen Earth Florida 2010 Brittney Ronda have begun their Earth Day tour.

Premiere Tree Service of Charleston Warns Owners on Tree Roots’ Damage to Properties

Premiere Tree Service of Charleston Offers Advice on Tree Roots Damage. Something that many property owners may not realize is that tree roots can create some really big problems they may not be aware of.

Efektim Is Expanding and Newly Enters the North American Photovoltaic Market

Efektim started to expand to other continents and new solar energy markets this year.

City of Miami Mayor Tomas P. Regalado and Miss Earth Florida 2010 Ask Everyone to Switch Lights Off, Awareness On

LogoThe City of Miami Mayor Tomas P. Regalado, Miss Earth Florida 2010 Kelly Saks and Miss Teen Earth Florida Brittney Ronda are joining efforts to raise awareness for Earth Hour.

Event at World Centric Promoting Environmental and Social Responsibility: B Corporations – Changing the DNA of Business for Good

LogoSustainovation along with co-sponsors Bay Area Society for Organizational Learning, Continuing the Conversation, Sustainable Silicon Valley, and World Centric presents B Corporations – Changing the DNA of Business for Good.

Creative Sign Designs “Goes Green” With 2011 Sustainable Business Award

LogoOn Friday afternoon, Earth Charter US held their 3rd Annual Sustainable Business Awards Luncheon and Ceremony at the University of Tampa’s Vaughn Center. Creative Sign Designs was honored for their focus on sustainable efforts on People, Profit, and Planet.

Free HR Services for Green Organizations: Annual Retensa Green Grant

LogoAnnouncing the 2011 Retensa Green Grant, free HR Services designed to provide environmentally responsible organizations with a competitive workforce advantage.

Miss Earth Florida Asks Everyone to Switch Lights Off, Awareness On

LogoEarth Hour will be celebrated on March 26, between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30p.m. and everyone is encouraged to turn off all lights, televisions, computers and any other appliances that use electricity to acknowledge and celebrate a commitment to do something more for our planet.