North Carolina Environment News (United States)

Based upon the projected path of Hurricane Irene, Transport Environmental Systems, Inc. is implementing its emergency weather plan.

Laboratory Moves To Charlotte Location between I-77 and I-485

For the new Granoff Center for the Creative Arts

"This is a product that I got a chance to learn more about,in my Greensboro, NC market." said Clark Metz, Business Development Manager,Ferguson Enterprises "It’s a really neat product,and I can certainly see how there would be a demand for it."

Freedom Lawns Receives Platinum Status for Green Business Practices

REPLAN IT brings to life the science of “appropriate technology” as Jock Brandis, founder of the Full Belly Project, seeks ways to improve the economy by using engineering techniques to meet the specific needs of communities around the world.

SEM installs a 1.98 kW Kaneka thin film system for researchers.

Myriad Media has developed an environmental plan of action that will help them reach their goal of a healthier and more sustainable word.

Hunter Auto Group's Asheville store just added a Wheego all-electric car franchise! Offering the world's most parkable and affordable all-electric on the market to Asheville, North Carolina, giving drivers a new eco-friendly driving option!

Chad Ray, Co-Owner of the Shields of Green Companies, a Zebulon, NC based multitude of environmentally focused companies, has been selected as one of eight judges for the Lighting For Tomorrow 2011 National Lighting Design Competition.

Rooftop system installed by Southern Energy Management to provide 20% of annual power needs for refrigerated warehousing facility.

Charlotte parents have a new low cost alternative for diapering their babies. Ivy's Diaper Service introduces it's Dalmatian Diaper Service which can provide diapers delivered to your door for as little as 14 cents per diaper.

Drone manufacturer announces short and medium duration electric engines now available to the general public

Troop 333 of Huntersville, NC has identified and will pursue the revitalization of a long neglected site north of Charlotte, NC. As our commitment to the project we are creating priorities and preparing our troop to work on the service project.

Energy efficiency is changing the face of local businesses. Piedmont Service Group, formerly Piedmont Air Conditioning, has rebranded itself after 40 years to reflect an increased focus on energy efficiency and sustainability services.

Charlotte’s Business Community Lends its Support to Help the City’s Youth

Martin Truex, Jr. Motorsports has become the newest owner of a Solar PV system designed and installed by Argand Energy Solutions of Charlotte.

Stack testing and environmental consulting firm, ESS, announces the launch of their newly redesigned website dedicated to providing information pertaining to their air emissions testing, stack testing, and environmental consulting services.

Sea Turtle Camp is offering a Women's Retreat from October 1 - October 6, 2011. The Sea Turtle Rejuvenation Retreat for Women combines coastal exploration and volunteer work with Sea Turtles at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital in North Carolina.

Nypro throws the switch on a 222 kW photovoltaic system.

Team members earn four new NABCEP certifications, bringing the company-wide total to 13.

Tony Swainey, General Manager of Gastonia Conference Center announced the appointment of Ms Carol Queen of Gastonia, NC as Director of Sales of the multi-use 30,000-square-foot Gastonia Conference Center scheduled to open in the fall of 2011.

SOLAR 2011 Runs May 17-21 at the Raleigh Convention Center

Transport Environmental Systems, Inc. will be attending the American Railway Development Association (ARDA) 105th Annual Meeting June 5–8, 2011, at the Edgewater Hotel, Pier 67, Seattle, WA.

Jim Conner, partner at Ragsdale Liggett law firm has been chosen for membership in the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals. Membership is by invitation only and less than 5% of mediators and arbitrators may be selected in any state.

Transport Environmental Systems, Inc. will join the North American Shippers Association at their 2011 Annual Meeting May 25-27, at the Wyndham Parc 55 Hotel in San Francisco. The theme is “Forecasts for the Future, What the Experts are Saying.”

W.C. Black and Sons, Inc. is Focused on increasing its Green Initiatives during the Demolition, Wrecking, and Removal of Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Demolition Projects.

Project Fully Funded with Charitable Gift from Shah Capital

Environmental law expert, attorney James L. Conner II will be a featured speaker at the North Carolina Bar Association's annual meeting for the Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Law Section in Myrtle Beach.

Nation's Largest Turkey Producer Recognized by American Meat Institue

An 8.2 kW PV system installed by Southern Energy Management will be one of the centerpieces of Durham Tech's Sustainability Fair this Saturday.

Celebrate the Earth with Green Marketing, as Biz Buzz host Becky Cortino interviews marketing consultant Shel Horowitz, primary author of Guerrilla Marketing Goes Green: Winning Strategies to Improve Your Profits and Your Planet.

The architectural firm scores high with the City of Raleigh, AIA Triangle.

A big tree can also block out the sunlight from windows and solar panels.

SEM takes home highest honor at Raleigh's annual Environmental Awards ceremony.

Pet Sitters International offers pet owners 8 steps to properly clean up a pet mess

Seed Planters Supply, a local lawn care retailer, has recently opened a Garden Center to provide fresh, locally grown produce and plants to members of the community.

Pet Sitters International offers pet owners four tips to help celebrate Earth Day

The Hampton Inn Raleigh – Capital Blvd. North has been accredited by Hilton during the initial rollout of the company’s LightStay program, which seeks to measure sustainability in all Hilton hotels by the end of 2011.

WB Surf Camp is offering financial incentives to summer camp students in the new Bags for Bucks Program. The program challenges participants to pick up trash and recyclables in exchange for credit towards their camp tuition.

GreenPea Baby store in Apex NC is the local host for The Great Cloth Diaper Change 2011, joining hundreds of locations around the globe in setting a world record for the most simultaneous cloth diaperings, as part of Earth Day celebrations.

In honor of Earth Day 2011, Ivy’s Diaper Service is announcing its new compostable diaper service. Compostable single- use diapers are delivered monthly and the soiled diapers are picked up weekly and composted.

Durham club supports environmental beautification and enhancement through donation of two $1,000 grants to Durham County educators

EMSL Analytical provides affordable allergen testing solutions to help people identify problems in their homes, schools and offices.

SEM is installing nearly 150 solar hot water collectors on five county buildings.

NSM Audio has changed its brand name from NSM Audio to NSMT Loudspeakers.

Window Treatments help reduce energy consumption and are eco-friendly, too. Budget Blinds of Wilmington offers a diverse selection of Window Coverings and Home Decor that are not only beautiful, but are also environmentally friendly.

Myriad Media has finished production of "Planting Hope," a documentary to raise awareness on sustainable agriculture techniques being an alternative to slash-and-burn farming in Central America. The film premiere will be held on March 31, 2011.

The founder of the Raleigh-based Grey Fox Wilderness Programs outdoor school and summer camp, Andy Smith, publishes his first book, Grey Fox Wilderness Stories - Intuition, Mentoring and Spirituality in Nature.

These excuses just won't work any longer.