Environmental technologies for Residential and Green homes news articles 
Green tourism in Dusit Thani Maldives
Founded in Bangkok in 1949, Dusit International is dedicated to sustainable tourism. A number of Dusit International hotels have attained the Silver Certified Award from EarthCheck, the leading environmental management program that sets benchmarks for the tourism industry. Dusit Thani Maldives will participate in the EarthCheck certification process and strives to attain carbon-neutral status in the coming years. Located on Mudhdhoo ... [more]
Recycling becomes easier with Krushr
Krushr is designed with the aim to take the hard work out of recycling. The Recycling Guide states that 9 out of 10 people would recycle more if it were easier. It enables for the easy storing and storing of rubbish and recycling in one convenient place. Krushr is a unique range of units that allow you to easily sort, crush and reduce your recycling volume by up to 75%. Vic Sinclair, buyer for large appliances at John Lewis says, "With the b... [more]
Eco-innovators UK recycling businesses will receive dedicated funds
Following the launch of the new Eco-innovation Action Plan (EcoAP) by the EU, there are subsidies, training and funding available to businesses driving products, techniques, services or processes which are environmentally sound ? i.e. they aim at the prevention or reduction of environmental impacts or contribute to the optimal use of resources. Eco-innovators are expected to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, to use resources such as water ... [more]
PDM plans to invest in Anaerobic Digestion in 2012
PDM, the UK’s largest food waste recycler, has announced plans to invest a further £40 million in developing its network of ReFood anaerobic digestion (AD) plants this year. This investment will result in two new plants located in Widnes and East London. The announcement follows the completion of the company’s first AD plant at its headquarters in Doncaster. The two new plants will each double the recycling capacity of Doncaster, each handling... [more]
Planitherm Glass helps householders to find solutions to solar panel subsidy cuts
Financial incentives for householders to produce their own electricity are due to be cut by the government from 43p for each kilowatt-hour to 21p - this is for anyone who had solar panels installed after 12 December 2011 I. An innovative new glass that can help shave 28% off energy bills is giving fresh hope to those households affected by the government's decision to slash the subsidy available for solar power. In addition to halving fina... [more]
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BEAM Central Vacuum System to Be Featured in BUILDER Concept Homes 2012 -- Innovative Homes for Baby Boomers, Gen X ...
The BEAM Central Vacuum Systems will provide the homes with improved indoor air quality and deep cleaning capability.Washington, DC (PRWEB) February 07, 2012 The 14th annual BUILDER Concept Home series to debut at the 2012 International Builders Show in Orlando, Fla., will encompass three distinct homes, each reflecting the lifestyle needs of an important demographic group, specifically Gen X ...
Leading Business Intelligence on the Middle East & North Africa
Sharjah, UAE - February 6th, 2012: Starting today, residents will be able to keep Sharjah cleaner and greener while sending less waste to the landfill and increase their recycling levels.
Cool Energy House Keynote Speaker Wins Award for Vision and Leadership
Sam Rashkin, Chief Architect for the Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Program, won the third annual Hanley Award for Vision and Leadership in Sustainable Housing. Mr. Rashkin will be the keynote speaker at the Cool Energy House Press Educational Tour in Windermere, Fla., February 9, 2012. ...
LG Electronics Brings New, Innovative Energy-Efficient Commercial HVAC Solutions to U.S.
CHICAGO, Jan. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics, a worldwide award-winning HVAC solutions provider, today announced new energy-efficient products designed to grow the company's U.S. commercial and ...
Nissan, ABB Link to Evaluate Second-Life Storage Applications for Nissan LEAF Battery Packs
FRANKLIN, Tenn. , Jan. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) and ABB, the world's leading power and technology group, along with 4R Energy and Sumitomo Corporation of America, have ...
1st vertical housing to be built soon in Brunei
Bandar Seri Begawan (The Brunei Times/ANN) - The construction of the first vertical housing under the National Housing Scheme will start this year in Brunei-Muara District.
Sandia Tool Determines Value Of Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems
Consistent appraisals of homes and businesses outfitted with photovoltaic (PV) installations are a real challenge for the nation's real estate industry, but a new tool developed by Sandia National Laboratories and Solar Power Electric and licensed by Sandia addresses that issue.
BP Glass Garage Doors and Entry Systems, Inc. Leads Industry in Green-Friendly Manufacturing
BP Glass Garage Doors and Entry Systems, Inc. green-friendly manufacturing process minimizes pollution and energy consumption, while maintaining the exceptional quality and design architects, builders and homeowners have come to expect from the company. The company's products now comply with US Department of Energy, International Code Council, and California Energy Commissions (Title 24 ...
Christie visits Madison to tout major firm’s in-state relocation
MADISON – Gov. Chris Christie came to town Wednesday morning to trumpet a major real estate firm’s decision to relocate within New Jersey instead of moving out-of-state.
Christie leads Madison groundbreaking in major firm's in-state relocation
MADISON – In ceremonies trumpeted as emblematic of the “New Jersey Comeback,” Gov. Chris Christie joined state and borough officials and company executives in breaking ground Wednesday morning, Feb
