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JohnsonDiversey Ups GHG Reduction Target to 25%

Posted by Environmental Leader on 06/11/2009

JohnsonDiversey plans to more than triple its original greenhouse gas reduction commitment, from 8 percent to 25 percent by the end of 2013.JohnsonDiversey made the 8 percent pledge last year when it joined the World Wildlife Federation’s Climate Savers program.The company plans to spend $1 ...

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In ‘Apathy Gap,’ Energy Efficiency at Home Ranks Low

Posted by Environmental Leader on 06/11/2009

When asked what two home improvement projects consumers would consider if they were given $10,000, improvements related to energy efficiency were outweighed by kitchen/bathroom improvements and new flooring.About 37 percent of consumers listed the kitchen/bathroom as the highest priority, and 33 ...

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IECC Building Code Recommendations Add Up to 30% in Energy Efficiency Gains

Posted by Environmental Leader on 06/11/2009

The development committee of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) has recommended the IECC adopt new building codes that would result in 30 percent in energy efficiency gains for commercial and residential buildings.The recommendations will be considered next year for final approval ...

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Pakistan: No More Rolling Blackout

Posted by Rezwan on 06/11/2009

The 15 year old blogger at Living In Pakistan informs that the “Pakistan Electric and Power Corp. (PEPCO) has announced that there wont be any load shedding in the country”, at least for now.

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Innovative wind turbines inspired by a 3000-year-old design

Posted by AditiJ on 06/11/2009

Kevin Mounce along with his two brothers Barry and Britt, opened doors of their Windspire franchise, the Fort Smith Windspires with the objective of selling an innovative wind turbine that would produce green energy. The trio is hoping to sell 30 of..

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