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Breakthrough Could Lead to Fuel Savings and Reduction in Carbon Emissions

A new technique that mimics healing processes found in nature could enable damaged aircraft to mend themselves automatically, even during a flight.

19 May 2008

Environmental Cost of Getting Food to Restaurant Plate is Far Higher than Previously Thought

Pioneering research from The University of Nottingham recommends a full government environmental audit of British restaurants.

19 May 2008

Research Leads to Creation of Eco-friendly Biosurfactants and Polymers

Glycerine-derived, eco-friendly biosurfactants and polymers - produced from renewable resources and quickly biodegradable - are getting their moment in the sun.

19 May 2008

Five Key Strategies for a Greener Data Center

GlassHouse Technologies, the leading independent IT infrastructure consulting and services firm, today released a white paper titled, "Five Key Strategies for a Greener Data Center." The tips are designed to help companies effectively "green" their data center and are based on independent research and findings from GlassHouse consultants.

19 May 2008

Interact with Floe and See How Routine Daily Actions Affect the Environment

A new and unusual team member has joined the National Grid "Power of action." brand strategy. Floe, a virtual polar bear on National Grid's Web site, can help National Grid customers analyze and measure the environmental effects of their routine daily activities, including eating, drinking, driving and making home heating energy choices.

19 May 2008

AMD Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions More Than 50 Percent Over Past Five Years

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced that AMD has won the EPA Climate Protection Award in recognition of its continued commitment to protecting the global climate through energy-efficient product innovation, facility design and management, and industry education.

19 May 2008

Sustainability Education Initiative Specifically Tailored to Meet the Needs of Foodservice Industry

Kendall College's School of Culinary Arts has announced an ecological sustainability education initiative, specifically tailored to meet the needs of the foodservice industry. Announced today at the National Restaurant Association Restaurant Hotel-Motel Show, the nationwide initiative was launched with the release of a brief instructional video.

19 May 2008

Partners in Green Highlight Companies Cutting Pollution by Partnering with Environmental Groups

Environmental Defense Fund and BusinessWeek Special Advertising Sections will feature innovative partnerships between businesses and nonprofit groups in a section this July.

19 May 2008

First Building Materials Manufacturer to Earn the Distinction of Climate Action Leader

USG Corporation, a leading building products company, announced today that it has certified its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory with the California Climate Action Registry, becoming the first building materials manufacturer to earn the distinction of Climate Action Leader(TM).

19 May 2008

H+H UK Scored Highly in Green Award

H+H UK, the Sevenoaks-based manufacturer of aircrete products including Celcon Blocks, scored very highly in The Sunday Times Best Green Companies Awards, announced on Sunday 18th May.

19 May 2008