FEECO Industry News on Bioenergy, Energy, Hazardous Waste

SunEthanol Raises US $25M for Cellulosic Ethanol Technology
SunEthanol has raised US $25 million in Series B financing from a consortium including BP and Soros Fund Management LLC and is changing its name to Qteros. The new name refers to its breakthrough Q Microbe technology for producing sustainable liquid fuel from non-food plants and wastes.

Gov. Schwarzenegger Looks To Advance California's Renewable Energy Plans
Building on his commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the state's renewable energy capacity, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed Executive Order S-14-08 (EO) to streamline California's renewable energy project approval process and increase the state's Renewable Energy Standard to 33 percent renewable power by 2020.

Renewable Fuel Standard Increased for 2009
The 2009 U.S. federal renewable fuel standard (RFS) will be increased to 10.21 percent ensuring that at least 11.1 billion gallons of renewable fuels will be blended into transportation gasoline. The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) established the annual overall renewable fuel volume targets, reaching a level of 36 billion gallons in 2022.

Thoughts on an Energy Policy for the New Administration
This country needs a good debate on energy policy. While there are many divergent views on what that policy should be, I thought it would be useful to begin my thoughts by identifying a set of "facts" on which most people can agree. So here goes.

US Sugar to Explore Building 100M Gallon Coskata Ethanol Plant
U.S. Sugar Corp. announced that it has entered into an agreement with Coskata Inc. to explore building a 100 million gallon per year cellulosic ethanol facility in Clewiston, Florida. The facility would be the world's largest second generation ethanol facility. It would convert left-over sugar cane material into ethanol.

FTSE Expands Environmental Index Series
FTSE Group, the global index company, announced the expansion of the FTSE Environmental Opportunities Index Series with the addition of nine new indices. Launched in July 2008, the series is derived from the FTSE Global Equity Index Series and includes companies with at least 20% of their business derived from environmental markets and technologies.

Less Strain on Renewable Energy Than Other Sectors
What a difference two months can make. Back in September, it seemed like every journalist covering energy issues wanted to write about the "green" boom. Now, with the precipitous drop in the price of oil and the increasing scope of the credit crunch, many journalists are taking a less optimistic approach and writing about renewables as if the industry was in survival mode.

Electric Cars Make Fuel-Free Power Grid Practical
Internal combustion engines are inherently inefficient due to friction and pumping losses. After a century of evolution gasoline engines in cars are still typically only 21% efficient! Electric motors have no such limitations and are actually capable of 98% efficiency including electronic control losses! Why do we keep wasting our precious fuel on such an inefficient system? The answer is energy storage.

Covanta Amends Terms for Biomass Energy Facility Acquisitions in Maine
Covanta Holding Corporation announced that it has amended its agreement to purchase two biomass energy facilities from co-owners Ridgewood Maine L.L.C. and Indeck Energy Services Inc.

Amyris Pilot Plant to Produce Renewable Diesel
Amyris Biotechnologies Inc. announced that it has opened the first pilot plant to produce its No Compromise renewable diesel fuel. The plant, which was completed in September, is an important milestone for Amyris towards its goal of developing and commercializing its sustainable fuel, which it expects to bring to market in 2010, the company said.

Vital Renewable Energy Company Secures Funding for Brazilian Ethanol Projects
Vital Renewable Energy Company (VREC), a new Brazilian company, announced that it has secured funding from private investors in the United States, Europe and the Middle East. The company said that is ready to launch renewable energy projects in Brazil, focused mainly on ethanol and electricity generation.

Covanta Reopens Tulsa Waste-to-Energy Facility
Covanta Energy announced the reopening of the Walter B. Hall Resource Recovery Facility, a waste-to-energy in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The facility, which can process up to 1,125 tons of municipal solid waste per day and generate 240,000 pounds of steam per hour, is currently accepting commercial and residential household waste for processing into energy.

Beacon Power Scales Back Flywheel Plans
Beacon Power Corporation, a company that designs and develops products and services to support electricity grid operation, said that it plans to scale back its previously announced plans for a 5-megawatt flywheel based energy storage system.

Solix Biofuels Completes US $10.5M Series A Funding Round
Solix Biofuels, an energy technology firm focused on algae-based intermediates for fuel and chemical production, announced that it has raised US $10.5 million in its first round of outside funding. The company also said that it has reached an agreement with investors for an additional commitment of US $5 million, to be used to build an algae biofuel facility near Durango, Colorado.

Video: Solar, Wood and Ground-source Heating Gaining in Popularity
Solar thermal, ground source and wood heating systems aren't new to the market, but until the recent increases in fossil fuel prices most people weren't choosing them over oil, natural gas or electricity to heat their homes or businesses. Now, advances in technology, utility and government subsidies and high fossil fuel prices are helping to change that.

U.S. Electric Utility Industry Needs US $2T Investment by 2030
The U.S. utility industry will have to invest between US $1.5 and US $2 trillion between 2010 and 2030 to maintain current levels of reliable energy service for customers throughout the country, according to a new report issued by The Brattle Group. The findings are detailed in "Transforming America's Power Industry: The Investment Challenge 2010-2030".

Investing in Renewable Energy Funds
I'm interested in finding renewable energy funds in which to invest my 401k. Could you direct me to an archived story regarding this and if there isn't one, when can I expect to see something like that? Thank you for your time. -- Chip A., Milwaukee, WI

Hawaii Takes Bold Renewable Energy Initiatives
Hawaiian governor Linda Lingle announced in October a comprehensive agreement that is aimed at decisively moving the state away from its dependence on fossil fuels for electricity and ground transportation and toward renewable energy.

Gateway to the Biofuel Industry in India
The Indian economy is growing fast and it is expected that by the year 2030, India will become the third largest economy in the world and have the fastest growth rate. The gross domestic product (GDP) of India was US $0.6 trillion in 2005 and is expected to reach US $6.1 trillion by the year 2030 reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 9.0%, which incidentally would be the fastest among all countries. In line with the growth of the economy it is expected that the country will become the world's fourth largest consumer of energy by the year 2020.

Algae on the Move: The 2008 Algae Biomass Summit Wrap-up
Taking a look back at the recently held 2008 Algae Biomass Summit that took place from October 23-24 in Seattle, it is hard to believe how far this young industry has come in just one year.

Celebrate the Environment: Look for the Energy Star, the Gift that Keeps on Giving
(11/20/08) This holiday season you can give a gift that is green in more ways than one. With Energy Star labeled products, you are helping someone save money on their energy bill and protect the environment by fighting climate change

Student Brain Power Wins EPA Grant for MIT Design of Alternative Energy Systems
(Boston, Mass. – Nov. 20, 2008) – Students at MIT working on designing a system that creates power using solar heat and methane gas received one of 49 national EPA grants which are helping programs that protect the environment and are economically profitable

Changing the Climate: Looking Toward a More Cost Effective, Energy Efficient Future
(Washington, D.C. –Nov.18, 2008) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy are helping states lead the way in an effort to promote low cost energy efficiency

Report Lists Environmental Progress
(11/18/08) A new report has been released that describes EPA’s environmental and financial progress over the past year

International Partnership Opens Doors to Methane Reductions in India
(11/17/08) At an event in Ranchi, India, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in cooperation with the Government of India and other U.S

Rockwell Collins of Coralville, Iowa, Receives Top Honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 13, 2008) - A global aerospace and defense manufacturer's operations in Coralville, Iowa, has received the top honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference

Texas student researchers receive EPA grants
People, Prosperity and the Planet program focuses on sustainable energy solutions (Dallas, Texas – November 13, 2008) Protecting the planet through innovative designs has earned grants from the Environmental Protection Agency for two Texas student research teams

University of Arkansas at Fayetteville teams receive EPA grants
People, Prosperity and the Planet program focuses on sustainable energy solutions (Dallas, Texas – November 13, 2008) Protecting the planet through innovative designs has earned grants from the Environmental Protection Agency for two teams at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

Missouri University of Science and Technology Student Teams Receive $20,000 in Design Grants from P3 Awards Program
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 13, 2008) - Two teams of students from the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) in Rolla will each receive $10,000 grants from the U.S

Rollout of Environmental Manual for Biodiesel Facilities
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 13, 2008) - EPA Region 7 has developed a user-friendly manual that identifies environmental regulatory rules and requirements for the construction and operation of biodiesel production facilities. Region 7 Administrator John B

San Benito wins Texas renewable energy project of the year honors
Solar array to show potential of renewable energy along US-Mexico border (Dallas, Texas – November 13, 2008) The City of San Benito, Texas, has received the Texas renewable energy project of the year award for the solar array that will help power its new water treatment plant

Booth Planned for NAFB Trade Talk Event
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 5, 2008) - EPA officials will attend the annual National Association of Farm Broadcasting Trade Talk event in Kansas City Thursday, Nov. 13. Attendees will be available for news interviews in Booth 70

Blue Skyways bringing cleaner air to Alamo City and America’s heartland
EPA recognizes San Antonio’s clean air efforts as model for other cities (Dallas, Texas – October 30, 2008) The Environmental Protection Agency is touting the San Antonio area’s clean air efforts as a model for other cities throughout the heartland

San Francisco group recognized for Lifecycle Building innovation / U.S. EPA announces winners of the second annual Green Building Design Competition
(10/30/08) SAN FRANCISCO - During a ceremony at the WasteWise/National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Conference in Washington, D.C., the U.S. EPA recognized a Bay Area group among the winners of the second annual Lifecycle Building Challenge 2 competition

Innovation Pays: N.H. and R.I. Projects Net $275K Grants
(Boston, Mass. – Oct. 30, 2008) – The New Hampshire Dept

Coming to a Store Near You: More Energy Efficient Televisions
(Washington, D.C. – Oct. 30, 2008) With the holiday season just around the corner, consumers will now have more energy efficient choices when shopping. Starting November 1, televisions meeting EPA’s new, more comprehensive energy efficiency specification will be available in stores nationwide

EPA Announces Winners of the Second Annual Lifecycle Building Challenge
(Seattle, WASH. – October 29, 2008) During today’s ceremony at the WasteWise/National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Conference in Washington, D.C., EPA recognized the winners of the second annual Lifecycle Building Challenge 2 competition

Norwalk Company Charged Up as Part of “Green Power” Program
(Boston, Mass. – Oct. 28, 2008) - A Norwalk, Conn. company was recognized this week for its voluntary efforts to address climate change by purchasing green power and helping advance the development of the nation’s green power market

Blog Question of the Week: What are your energy vampires?
(10/27/08) Ever wanted to tell EPA what you thought on an environmental topic? Each week, you have your chance in the EPA blog, Greenversations. Each question is an open-ended blog entry; please share your thoughts as comments

U.S. EPA awards Northern California family farm Green Power Leadership Award / Lundberg Family Farm’s commitment avoids emissions equivalent to 600 cars on the road per year
Lundberg Family Farm’s commitment avoids emissions equivalent to 600 cars on the road per year SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S

U.S. EPA awards two Silicon Valley companies Green Power Partner of the Year
Cisco, Intel combined commitment avoids emissions equivalent to 220,000 cars on the road per year SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S

Bellingham, Washington and Oregon State University are 2008 Green Power Leadership Award Winners
(Seattle, Washington – October 27, 2008) Today, two leaders in the Northwest are recognized for their investment in renewable resources

Park City's Powdr Resorts cited as a Green Power Leader
Ski resort operator's green power purchases account for 100% of electricity use (Denver, Colo.-- October 27, 2008) Powdr Resorts has been selected as a Green Power Award winner by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Boulder's WhiteWave Foods a Green Power Leader
Company's green power purchases account for 100% of electricity use; saves CO2 equivalent of 13,000 cars (Denver, Colo.-- October 27, 2008) WhiteWave Foods Company has been selected as a Green Power Partner of the year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Growing the Green Power Market: Sixteen Organizations Flex Their Green Muscles
(Washington, D.C. - Oct. 27, 2008) It’s expected that the Philadelphia Phillies have the power to hit the ball out of the park

Is Your Energy Bill Scary? Slaying Energy Vampires Can Save Americans Millions
(Washington, D.C. - Oct. 27, 2008) This Halloween, watch out for lurking energy vampires. These are the electronics and adapters that consume electricity when they are not being used. Power adapters and phone chargers are easy vampires to spot, and also easy to slay

Cleaner New Generation of Outdoor Wood Heaters is Good News for New Englanders

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES FROM THE SOUTHEAST AND PUERTO RICO MEET TO GO GREEN
(Atlanta, Ga. – October 22, 2008) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Spelman College, with support from the National Wildlife Federation, will host the 2008 Collegiate Environmental Sustainability Conference on October 23-24, 2008 at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia

EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Add Hazardous Pharmaceutical Waste to Universal Waste Rule
(Washington, D.C. – Nov. 20, 2008) To help provide a streamlined system for disposing of hazardous pharmaceutical waste that is protective of public health and the environment, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to add hazardous pharmaceutical waste to the Universal Waste Rule

EPA to Continue Soil Removal in Peterborough, N.H.
(Boston, Mass. – Nov. 20, 2008) – Picking up where state and local resources left off, EPA will continue to remove hazardous soil present at the former Wilder Thermometer Factory property in Peterborough, N.H

Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Rule Gains New Amendments
(Washington, D.C. – Nov. 20, 2008) New amendments to the SPCC rule will clarify regulatory requirements, tailor requirements to particular industry sectors, and streamline certain requirements for facility owners or operators subject to the rule

U.S. EPA honors Postal Service for pledging to remove nearly 8,000 pounds of lead from its vehicle fleet / First USPS region in nation to voluntarily replace lead wheel weights from its flee
(San Francisco, Calif. -- 11/19/08) As part of the National Partnership for Environmental Priorities program, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today honored the Pacific Area of the U.S

EPA Asks Community for Input on Passaic River Cleanup Proposal
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a cleanup plan for the first stage of a two-phased project to remove dioxin-laden sediment from the lower Passaic River

New Rule Will Improve Environmental Performance of Academic Labs
(11/18/08) EPA has finalized the Academic Laboratory rule to help improve the environmental performance of teaching and research laboratories owned by eligible academic entities. This rule provides increased regulatory flexibility, while enhancing safe management of hazardous waste

Report Lists Environmental Progress
(11/18/08) A new report has been released that describes EPA’s environmental and financial progress over the past year

Sierra Club Recognizes EPA Regional Administrator Alan J. Steinberg For Outstanding Environmental Leadership
(New York, N.Y.) The New Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club honored Alan J. Steinberg, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Administrator, on Sunday, November 16 for his efforts to protect the people and environment of New Jersey

Lights, Camera, Action: EPA Grant Supports the Arts and Environment in Camden

Rockwell Collins of Coralville, Iowa, Receives Top Honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 13, 2008) - A global aerospace and defense manufacturer's operations in Coralville, Iowa, has received the top honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference

Companies Settle Hazardous Waste Violations at Manassas, Va. Facility
PHILADELPHIA (November 13, 2008) – EPA has settled hazardous waste violations at a Manassas, Va. facility with BAE Systems IESL, Inc. and Lockheed Martin Corporation. Lockheed Martin, headquartered in Bethesda, Md.., leases space at its Manassas, Va. location, to BAE

U.S. EPA fines Chino computer recycler for illegally exporting electronic waste to Hong Kong/ Jet Ocean fined more than $10,000 for unauthorized hazardous waste export
LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has fined Jet Ocean Technologies of Chino, Calif., $10,300 for failing to notify the EPA of an export shipment of cathode ray tubes, commonly known as CRTs, in violation of federal hazardous waste laws

EPA “CARES” About Trenton; Grant to Help the City Go Green
(Trenton, N.J.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today awarded a Community Action for a Renewed Environment or CARE grant to the city of Trenton to help it leverage its own efforts to go green

ALLENTOWN BUSINESS OWNER SENTENCED IN HAZARDOUS WASTE CASE
(PHILADELPHIA , November 12, 2008) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that Moshe Rubashkin, 50, of Brooklyn, N.Y., has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for illegally storing hazardous waste at a textile factory in Allentown

Recyclers Wanted
(Washington, D.C. – Nov. 12, 2008) Trash can or recycling bin? It’s your choice. As America Recycles Day approaches, think about increasing your own recycling rate over the national average of 33.4 percent

EPA Orders Mining Companies to Continue Cleanup Work at Midnite Mine
(Seattle, WASH. – November 10, 2008) The U.S

EPA and TCEQ to Set Up Household Waste Drop-off Centers For Jefferson and Orange County Residents
(League City, Texas - Nov. 7, 2008) - The Unified Command has established household hazardous waste drop-off stations for residents of Jefferson and Orange County areas for homes affected by flooding as a result of Hurricane Ike

Emory Texas Man Sentenced for Environmental Crimes and Bribery
TYLER TX – United States Attorney Rebecca A. Gregory announced today that a 51-year-old Emory, Texas man has been sentenced to federal prison for two unrelated federal crimes in the Eastern District of Texas

Gary area citizens have opportunities to share opinions on proposed Ralston Street Lagoon cleanup plan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE No. 08-OPA172 Gary area citizens have opportunities to share opinions on proposed Ralston Street Lagoon cleanup plan CHICAGO (Nov. 6, 2008) - U.S

Plantation Pipe Line Will Pay Penalty for Fuel Spills in Va., N.C., GA.
WASHINGTON—Plantation Pipe Line Company, Alpharetta, Ga., has agreed to pay a civil penalty and implement safeguards in order to resolve a Clean Water Act lawsuit over fuel pipeline spills in three states, the Justice Department, the U.S

EPA Grants to Help Prevent Pollution in New Jersey and New York
(New York, N.Y.) From promoting the use of less toxic dry cleaning methods, to encouraging environmentally-protective practices at marinas, to education about the proper disposal of prescription drugs, the U.S

Industry Steps Up Recycling and Reducing Waste
(Washington, D.C. – Oct. 29, 2008) Twenty-six WasteWise partners and 29 National Partnership for Environmental Priorities (NPEP) partners are being recognized for their environmental achievements in reducing greenhouse gases and preventing harmful chemicals from entering the environment

EPA Finalizes Plan to Address Contamination At Mercury Refining Superfund Site
(New York, NY) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced its final plan to clean up contamination at the Mercury Refining Superfund site in the towns of Guilderland and Colonie, New York. The plan will address soil, sediment, and ground water contaminated with mercury

EPA Orders Virgin Islands to Remove Scrap Tires That Pose Health Threat
(St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding the government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and three other parties responsible for improperly disposing of more than 870,000 tires near the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas

Army Research Facility in Hanover N.H. Faces Hazardous Waste Violations
(Boston, Mass. – October 28, 2008) – An EPA Administrative Complaint alleges multiple violations of federal hazardous waste laws by the U.S. Army Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory, based in Hanover, N.H

Fort Peck Tribes are first in nation to assume key groundwater protection responsibilities
Injection control program safely manages waste fluids generated from oil wells (Denver, Colo. -- October 27, 2008) The U.S

U.S EPA awards more than $50,000 to Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians for childhood lead poisoning reduction outreach/ Grant focuses on prevention and screening
(10/23/08) LOS ANGELES – Outreach in Luiseno language and mobile lead screening for tribal children are among the goals of a $50,042 childhood lead poisoning reduction grant recently awarded to the Riverside County, Calif.-based Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians by the U.S

Quick Action by EPA and its State and Local Partners Removes Hazardous Waste Threat at Syracuse Site; Approximately 300 drums and 6,000 small containers of contaminants removed
(Syracuse, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the city of Syracuse announced today that hazardous materials abandoned at the former Otisca Fuels building have been removed

New York City Health Officials Honored for Protecting City Kids' Health
(New York, N.Y.) Four officials from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene were honored today by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a ceremony in Washington D.C. for protecting children from environmental risks

EPA awards Smart Growth Achievement to Bay Area senior housing development / Mercy Housing and San Francisco Housing Authority recognized for Mission Creek Senior project
(11/19/08) SAN FRANCISCO -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is recognizing Mercy Housing California and the San Francisco Housing Authority for innovative approaches to development that expand economic opportunity and protect public health and the environment

EPA Asks Community for Input on Passaic River Cleanup Proposal
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a cleanup plan for the first stage of a two-phased project to remove dioxin-laden sediment from the lower Passaic River

Vermont Hotel Project Awarded Grant to Reduce Waste
(Boston, Mass. – Nov. 19, 2008) - A project to reduce waste at hotels in Vermont has received $25,000. The funding comes from the “Resource Conservation Challenge,” an EPA program to conserve natural resources and energy by managing materials more efficiently

Report Lists Environmental Progress
(11/18/08) A new report has been released that describes EPA’s environmental and financial progress over the past year

Blog Question of the Week: How are you going green for the holidays?
(11/17/08) Ever wanted to tell EPA what you thought on an environmental topic? Each week, you have your chance in the EPA blog, Greenversations. Each question is an open-ended blog entry; please share your thoughts as comments

Call for speakers for Environmental Partnership Summit
(11/14/08) (SAN FRANCISCO) -- The National Environmental Partnership Summit has a call for speakers for its annual summit that will be held at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco on May 4-8

Saturday is America Recycles Day; Recycle, reduce greenhouse gas emissions / U.S. EPA encourages public to do its part, find ways to increase recycling
(11/14/08) (SAN FRANCISCO) -- Trash can or recycling bin? It’s your choice. As America Recycles Day approaches, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency encourages people to think about increasing their recycling rate to conserve resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Lights, Camera, Action: EPA Grant Supports the Arts and Environment in Camden

Rockwell Collins of Coralville, Iowa, Receives Top Honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Nov. 13, 2008) - A global aerospace and defense manufacturer's operations in Coralville, Iowa, has received the top honor at EPA Region 7's 2008 Performance Track Member Conference

November 15th - America Recycles Day You Do Make a Difference
PHILADELPIA (November 13, 2008) – The average American discards about 4.6 pounds of trash every day. This trash goes mostly to landfills where it is compacted and buried

EPA “CARES” About Trenton; Grant to Help the City Go Green
(Trenton, N.J.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today awarded a Community Action for a Renewed Environment or CARE grant to the city of Trenton to help it leverage its own efforts to go green

Recyclers Wanted
(Washington, D.C. – Nov. 12, 2008) Trash can or recycling bin? It’s your choice. As America Recycles Day approaches, think about increasing your own recycling rate over the national average of 33.4 percent

Blog Question of the Week: What do you do to reduce or avoid "overpackaging" in products you buy?
(11/10/08) Ever wanted to tell EPA what you thought on an environmental topic? Each week, you have your chance in the EPA blog, Greenversations. Each question is an open-ended blog entry; please share your thoughts as comments

New Jersey Students and Teachers Wet Their Appetites for Knowledge Through EPA Education Grants Focused on Watersheds
(New York, N.Y.) New Jersey students and teachers will soon be better caretakers of the environment through their participation in environmental education projects focused on the state’s watersheds. The projects, totaling almost $33,000, are funded by the U.S

Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association Selected for Waste Reduction Grants
Boston, Mass. – Nov. 3, 2008) - A regional organization committed to reducing solid and hazardous waste has received two EPA grants totaling $95,000

New Guidelines Encourage Responsible Recycling of Electronics
(Washington, D.C. – Oct.31, 2008) Electronics recyclers have a new guide on how to run safe and environmentally protective recycling operations

Local Groups Honored for Building Materials Reuse Efforts
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Oct. 30, 2008) - The Planet Reuse Project in Kansas City, Mo., and the Greensburg, Kan., Arts Center, designed by the University of Kansas Studio 804, have been recognized for Lifestyle Building Challenge 2 (LBC2) Awards

EPA Announces Winners of the Second Annual Lifecycle Building Challenge
(Seattle, WASH. – October 29, 2008) During today’s ceremony at the WasteWise/National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Conference in Washington, D.C., EPA recognized the winners of the second annual Lifecycle Building Challenge 2 competition

Professionals and Students Recognized for Lifecycle Building Innovation
EPA Announces Winners of the Second Annual Green Building Design Competition (Atlanta, Ga. – October 29, 2008) During today’s ceremony at the WasteWise/National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Conference in Washington, D.C., U.S

Cash Up in Smoke: Another Bay State Waste Hauler Cited for Idling
(Boston, Mass. – Oct. 29, 2008) – For the third time this year, EPA has cited a Massachusetts waste hauler for exceeding the state’s five minute idling limit. Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc

Industry Steps Up Recycling and Reducing Waste
(Washington, D.C. – Oct. 29, 2008) Twenty-six WasteWise partners and 29 National Partnership for Environmental Priorities (NPEP) partners are being recognized for their environmental achievements in reducing greenhouse gases and preventing harmful chemicals from entering the environment

EPA Orders Virgin Islands to Remove Scrap Tires That Pose Health Threat
(St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding the government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and three other parties responsible for improperly disposing of more than 870,000 tires near the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas

News Feed Is Not Available At This Time. Error message:Invalid character in the given encoding. Line 9, position 7547.