DuPont and Genencor, a division of Danisco A/S, today announced an agreement to form DuPont Danisco Cellulosic Ethanol LLC, a 50/50 global joint venture to develop and commercialize the leading, low- cost technology solution for the production of cellulosic ethanol.
Penford Corporation, a global leader in renewable, natural-based ingredient systems for food and industrial applications, today announced that it had begun commercial sales of ethanol from its new ethanol facility.
Portland, Ore, will host the National League of Cities' (NLC) first Green Cities Conference and Expo, April 19-21, 2009. The conference, which will culminate in an Earth Day celebration, will bring local elected officials together from across the country to focus on the unique perspective and resources needed by cities as they "go green", as well as to share ideas and successful city programs.
"Going green" is not a trend, it's a smart new way of doing business. In addition to being the right thing to do to conserve the planet for future generations, incorporating environmentally friendly practices can benefit restaurant operators -- it can save on utility costs, satisfy consumer demand and increase operational productivity.
Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Kathleen A. McGinty announced today that businesses and nonprofit organizations can now apply for a portion of $400,000 in grants to help increase the use of composted materials in finished products and reduce the amount of organic waste disposed in landfills.
Formaldehyde, a colorless flammable, strong smelling gas that is used in the manufacture of many building products, is receiving tremendous media exposure because of its significant potential for adverse affects on health.
Several Asian countries like China, Japan, India, Taiwan, Korea and Vietnam increased their Investments in drinking water, waste water and water treatment in the last 24 month dramatically.
With gas prices in some cities nearing $4 a gallon, new research has confirmed that ethanol is saving U.S. drivers money. On the coasts, where gas prices are especially high, drivers are saving an average of $142 a year on regular unleaded. In the Midwest, they are saving $241 a year.
Energy Focus, Inc., the global leader in energy-efficient advanced lighting solutions, today announced that CEO Joseph Kaveski and President John Davenport will present an overview of the company and its businesses at the Merriman Curhan and Ford CleanTech Conference, May 13, 2008, at 4PM at Le Parker Meridien Hotel in New York.
Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry has created a functioning, three-story modular and sustainable "green" home in its own backyard to showcase the ways that people can make eco-friendly living a part of their lives.
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