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Bacteria Produces Electricity

Researchers at the University of Minnesota studying bacteria capable of generating electricity have discovered that riboflavin (commonly known as vitamin B-2) is responsible for much of the energy produced by these organisms.

3 Mar 2008

Improving the Energy Efficiency of Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems

America's drinking water and wastewater facilities can now save energy and reduce their carbon footprint with expanded tools available from EPA's Energy Star Program.

3 Mar 2008

Sea Gull Lighting is named the 2008 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year

For the fourth time, Sea Gull Lighting Products, LLC, a Generation Brands company, has been honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its commitment and promotion of ENERGY STAR(R) lighting and energy efficiency.

3 Mar 2008

Providing Environmental Management Service to Customers

Green 2020, a specialist environmental software consultancy has announced today that it has partnered with ProcServe, a leading provider of procurement and marketplace connectivity solutions, to drive lower emissions in procurement processes for customers and their suppliers.

3 Mar 2008

Leading European IT Company Joins Climate Savers Computing Initiative

Bull, a leading European IT company, today joined the Climate Savers Computing Initiative, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing computer power consumption by 50 percent by 2010.

3 Mar 2008

Demonstrating Meaningful Commitment to the Adoption of Energy-Efficient PCs

The Climate Savers Computing Initiative today announced Novell has joined its ranks. The Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing computer power consumption by 50 percent by 2010.

3 Mar 2008

Frost Damage Attributed to Earlier Warming

Widespread damage to plants from a sudden freeze that occurred across the Eastern United States from 5 April to 9 April 2007 was made worse because it had been preceded by two weeks of unusual warmth, according to an analysis published in the March 2008 issue of BioScience.

3 Mar 2008

Applied Sweepers Complements Tennant's Outdoor Strategy

Tennant Company, a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Applied Sweepers, maker of Green Machines brand cleaning equipment.

2 Mar 2008

Renewable Transportation Fuels from Nonfood Sources

Chevron Corporation and Weyerhaeuser Company today announced the creation of a 50-50 joint venture company focused on developing the next generation of renewable transportation fuels from nonfood sources.

1 Mar 2008

Highlighting Water Purification Technology

The DC-based research and consulting firm Social Technologies recently released a series of 12 briefs that shed light on the top areas for technology innovation through 2025. The brief on universal water, by futurist Peter von Stackelberg, is the eighth trend in the series.

1 Mar 2008

Most Efficient Solar Photovoltaic Power Station in Australia

Construction of the worlds largest and most efficient solar photovoltaic power station in northern Victoria will commence in 2009 following the signing of a $290 million Development Agreement between Melbourne-based business, Solar Systems, and leading integrated energy company, TRUenergy.

1 Mar 2008

Demand for Hybrid Vehicles Present Smart Investment for Vendors and Clients

Mayor Bloomberg announced a new initiative today that will require all black cars operating in New York City to meet higher fuel efficiency standards. There are currently over 10,000 high-end car service vehicles known as black cars in the city, many used by large investment banks and law firms.

1 Mar 2008

Latest Partner of the World Green Building Council

McGraw-Hill Construction (MHC), part of The McGraw-Hill Companies and the leading provider of information and intelligence to the construction industry, today announced it is proud to be the official media partner of the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC), giving each organization the ability to extend market reach with green intelligence.

1 Mar 2008

Patented Integration of a lithium-Ion Battery into Series-Produced Passenger Vehicle

Daimler AG has achieved a crucial breakthrough in battery technology. The Stuttgart-based automaker is the world's first manufacturer to have succeeded in adapting lithium-ion technology to the demanding requirements of automotive applications.

1 Mar 2008

Tribe Designed a Highly Environmentally Conscious Project

From carbon neutral construction to LEED certification and environmental stewardship, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs are taking unprecedented strides to ensure that their proposed Bridge of the Gods Columbia River Resort Casino is constructed and operated using best-in-class environmental practices.

1 Mar 2008