Green Technology

AUGUST 24, 2017

U.S. EPA will be offering a free training on environmental health issues frequently encountered during school renovations and is intended for school facility managers, environmental health staff, administrators, and other school district professionals. Topics such as protecting indoor air quality, asbestos & lead paint regulations, energy efficiency, mold, PCBs, environmental risk assessment, and green school design will be covered.

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Health Education Construction Technology 49

Ambisense

AUGUST 24, 2017

In the latest of our Enviro Influencers series, where we talk to key people who we think are key influencers in the environmental industry, we interviewed Brian Kahl, asking him his thoughts on the industry, technology, and the changes and trends that he sees coming. “I can envision regulators moving away from the tiered compliance model and issuing self-monitoring permits” .

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Technology 40

Climate-KIC

AUGUST 24, 2017

How can blockchain help reduce food waste? Which country is set to go ‘fully electric’? And, is it possible to put a price tag on the ‘work’ urban trees perform? This, and more, in the week’s ten biggest climate innovation stories. 1. Global food firms join IBM blockchain project to improve traceability According to IBM, […].

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Innovation Blockchain Waste Waste 40

Energy Refuge

AUGUST 23, 2017

Necessary steps must be taken by companies and their contractors to avert damage to environmentally sensitive areas. The use of bog mats is prevalent among industries keen to preserve natural areas. A bog mat is a cover designed to shield the ground from the impact of heavy machinery. Here are five ways bog mats help protect environment. Tree Roots are Unharmed.

Soil 40

Soil Real Estate Biodiversity Construction 40

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

Energy

Green Technology

AUGUST 24, 2017

(Photo by David McNew). Here’s the latest installment in our ongoing look at companies, products and services you’ll find in the Expo for the Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit. Gen7. Since 1983 American Modular Systems (AMS), has partnered with schools all over California to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of early education, public and private K-12, charter schools and higher education.

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Education Organic Innovation Energy 40

Better Ventures

AUGUST 22, 2017

We are thrilled to announce the newest member of the Better Ventures family, TheTownKitchen , an Oakland-based startup delivering healthy lunches for businesses and upward social mobility for at-risk youth. We participated in TheTownKitchen's $1M seed round, which was led by Urban Innovation Fund, giving a boost to TheTownKitchen's meal service capacity and local impact.

Education 40

Education Startups Innovation Technology 40

Energy Refuge

AUGUST 22, 2017

Period properties are beautiful, but they can also be problematic. Modern building methods are very different and we don’t have to contend with issues such as lead paint or asbestos when buying a modern home. A ZOTApro certification will teach you all you need to know about lead paint if you have an older home to renovate, but what you should also be worrying about is improving its energy efficiency.

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Energy Energy Waste Waste 40