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What-Goes-Where Tool for Residents Now Available to Waste Management Agencies
Toronto, Canada – Waste Nothing’s what-goes-where tool for residents is now being made available to local governments and other waste management agencies. By making information about proper disposal widely and easily accessible, agencies can improve customer service while better serving the environment. Waste management agencies maintain excellent resources on the correct procedures for trash, recyclables, electronic and household hazardous wa... [more]
World first for full scale autoclaving with wet AD (1/2)
A sustainable waste treatment facility near Plymouth in Devon is set to become the first in the world to apply full scale autoclave processing to wet advanced anaerobic digestion (AD). Handling up to 75,000 tonnes of municipal and commercial/industrial waste per year, state-of-the-art technology will make the AD process up to four times faster than conventional systems. Biogas production rates will also be significantly enhanced, enabling the fac... [more]
World first for full scale autoclaving with wet AD (2/2)
Unlocking potential The Lee Moor facility will be made up of two autoclave plants, screening and separation equipment, anaerobic digestion plant with associated buffer and digestate storage tanks, dewatering plant and a combined heat and power (CHP) plant. The two autoclaves will operate in parallel, each treating mixed municipal wastes in ten tonne batches at temperatures of approximately 160oC for 45 minutes at a pressure of seven bar. ... [more]
Climate Change Minister encourages skills for the Green Deal and launches The Green Deal Skills Alliance
Climate Change Minister Greg Barker recently launched a partnership to ensure the UK has the right skills to implement the Green Deal, the government’s flagship policy to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. The Green Deal aims to enable private firms to offer consumers energy improvements to their homes, communities and businesses at no upfront cost and to recoup payments as a charge in instalments on the energy bill. The Green Deal... [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]
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Seminar to Maximise Timber Recycling in NSW
The NSW Timber Development Association and the NSW Environment Protection Authority present a seminar to increase the recycling of commercial and industrial timber in NSW.
Good wood: temperate countries sequester carbon in their lumber
In the tropics, carbon from cleared forests goes straight to the atmosphere.
Chipping & Grinding Equipment Manufacturing in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
Decline in residential construction as a result of the recession led to demand declines from the forestry sector, the main market for chippers and grinders. However, rebounds in forestry and increased demand for paper products have led to recent industry revenue growth. In addition, increased regulation regarding alternative energy sources will likely increase demand for biomass, which will ...
Omni Dallas Hotel Receives LEED Gold Certification
DALLAS, May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Omni Dallas Hotel , which opened its doors on 11/11/11, received LEED Gold New Construction (NC) certification, making it the first and only LEED Gold hotel ...
Demolition program is a ‘jobs engine’
DAYTON — That dilapidated, abandoned century-old house on the corner doesn’t look like much, but deep inside is hidden treasure.Dense, old-growth lumber prized by architects and custom builders supports the roof, limestone blocks are at the foundation, and there are cabinets, solid doors, oak floorboards, beautiful fireplace mantles, even a spirit or two.
US Siding Industry
NEW YORK, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: US Siding Industry http://www.reportlinker.com/p0847923/US-Siding-Industry.html#utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Building_Demand ...
Barn sweet barn
SAUK CITY — The century-old barn behind the farmhouse on Rod and Christi Schwegel’s property looks much the same from the outside as it has for the past 100 years.
Quite a barn turner
SAUK CITY — The century-old barn behind the farmhouse on Rod and Christi Schwegel’s property looks much the same from the outside as it has for the past 100 years.
Public Market Emeryville remodel pays homage to its industrial past
Old-growth redwood planks, light fixtures and concrete rubble bound for the scrap heap have gotten a new lease on life as part of a green remodeling effort at the Public Market Emeryville.
What's Happening for May 10
Herald/Review Western Music Legend R.W. Hampton will perform at the Arizona Folklore Preserve on Saturday, June 2 in a one-day only performance. Show times are 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Ticket prices for these special performances are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets for children age 17 and under are $6. read more
