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SEC Charges Four in ‘Green’ Investment Ponzi Scheme

Posted by Environmental Leader on 19/11/2009

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged four people in connection with an alleged $30 million Ponzi scheme that targeted more than 300 elderly and near retirement age investors who were seeking environmentally-friendly investments, reports the Philadelphia Business Journal.T ...

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A/V Equipment Gets New Energy Star Requirements

Posted by Environmental Leader on 19/11/2009

Audio/video products such as home theaters, DVD players and docking stations, among others, will face more stringent energy efficiency requirements to qualify for the EPA’s Energy Star label.Version 2.0 of the EPA’s A/V Energy Star requirements are effective immediately. For products ...

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Patrick Nadeaus Rainforest adds new life to your living space

Posted by AditiJ on 19/11/2009

Here is a beautiful installation that will give new life to your dwelling. Designed by Patrick Nadeau, the interesting fixing called the Rainforest consists of hanging domes enclosed in living plants. The French designer who has exhibited his...

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Green Buildings Do Double Duty: Reduce Energy Use, Lower Financial Risk

Posted by Environmental Leader on 18/11/2009

The potential for energy use reductions in old and new buildings is significant, according to a report from KPMG. The study finds that energy consumption in buildings can be cut by 30 to 50 percent and still produce a positive return on investments. Plus, real estate groups can get a business boo ...

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Extraordinary designs displayed at Green Life competition

Posted by AditiJ on 17/11/2009

A competition to encourage green design and lifestyle was conducted by designboom in partnership with Incheon metropolitan city, Korea recently. Dubbed as the Green Life competition, the contest saw nearly 3709 participants from 96 countries. Among...

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