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How ready are the rainforest nations to deliver formal REDD (Reducing emissions from deforestation and degradation) carbon projects? The Carbon Planet REDDiness index ranks the top 30 countries in terms of their capability to deliver REDD projects.

West Des Moines, IA, United States, 12/05/2009 – David Sieg and Steve Ewings launched a new website, that will provide up-to-date information and a full range of DIY algae products. The website will be a one-stop-shop for all things algae.

Cables, Nets and Mesh Showcase Plant Life to Create Lush Vertical Landscapes

Halogen lamp solution for mandatory downlight cover installations. Energy Saver Lamp with equal light output to standard dichroic Halogen Lamps.

Embertec Power Saving Technologies announced as honorees in prestigious CES Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Awards!

80% of small businesses fail in the first five years because they aren’t designed. In truth they are not businesses but jobs. When the owner gets tired, old or sick the business closes. What do successful businesses do differently?

In an effort to control the environmental effects of mining development, the West Australian Government has moved to a ‘risk’ based approvals process – known as Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

Buildings use 40% of total energy consumed*, 12.2% of the total amount of water consumed per day* and 40% of Australian waste is building waste*. These facts and, more notably affordable green solutions were released today in a 150 page study.

A New eBook Guides You Through the Installation Process from Choosing a System to Installing It

Growing Algae.com today announced two algae publications, Making Algae Biodiesel at Home and Making Algae Photobioreactors at Home. These are the latest in a line of books by the biofuels consultant and renewable energy expert David Sieg.

Fiji sets world mark becoming first country to implement a national low carbon travel and tourism sector initiative

If you were to ask any conservationist to choose one of Mother Nature's natural resources that would help change the future of how the world does business, chances are they'd point to algae.

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club, Malaysia. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf cou

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Ornaresort Berhad, Malaysia. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf course.

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for MWE Golf & Country Club Berhad, Malaysia. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits & certification of the golf course

Shift2Neutral announces it has appointed Environmental Care Pty Ltd - Western Australia as a licensed International Agent

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Jababeka Golf & Country Club, Indonesia. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf course

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Borobudur International Golf & Country Club, Indonesia. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Chandigarh Golf Club, India. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf course.

Shift2Neutral appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Sri Racha Hills Golf Course, Thailand. In conjunction with it's partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf course.

Shift2Neutral has been appointed as exclusive Environmental and Audit partner for Noida Golf Course, India. In conjunction with it's Asian partners, Shift2Neutral has been appointed to perform environmental audits and certification of the golf course

Residents on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales from Kempsey to Coffs Harbour, have access to a Free Home Sustainability Assessment. Helping them to find out how to save energy and water around the home and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Shift2Neutral, in conjunction with its Asian partners, has performed certification audits on the prestigious golf courses of The Mines Resort and Golf Club in Kuala Lumpur and Borneo Highlands Resort in Sarawak, Malaysia and the associated forests.

Kimberley Whale Watching has released the results of the 2009 Kimberley Cetacean Survey, highlighting the global significance of the Kimberley coast for Humpback Whales.

Recessed lighting: Fireproof, insulate and install energy efficient lamp all in one. Soon to include an R-value

In his new book, "Confessions of a Radical Industrialist", Ray Anderson challenges all industry to take nothing from the earth that can't be replaced by the earth.

The newly launched Škoda Superb, the most luxurious car Škoda has ever built, is officially taking part in the Global Green Car Challenge later this month. With its timeless design, spacious interior and combined with class leading fuel technology.

From renewed computers and zero carbon computing to carbon offset software, Brisbane companies are stepping up their technologies to help fight climate change.

The insulation rebate from the Federal Government is seeing thousands of homeowners taking advantage of the Free ceiling insulation. In order to make it free homeowners must use registered installers. So how do you find the best insulation installers

Have you ever tasted a fresh crisp carrot, just pulled from a vegetable garden and grown with organic methods? If you have, you’ll know it bears no resemblance to the dry woody versions you get in a grocery store. No wonder children don’t want to

Global carbon management organisation, Carbon Planet Limited, has hit out at false claims its business client in Papua New Guinea issued fake carbon trading certificates to landowners.

Students at secondary schools across Western Australia will be given a range of opportunities to learn more about the resources industry thanks to a new program launched by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy (CME).

At this time of the year when there is a new season cross over, there are often extreme's of temperature adding many challenges to your food gardening. Here are some tips and a new online resource at www.cityfoodgrowers.com to improve your success.

The Federal Government’s establishment of a National Resource Sector Employment Taskforce has been welcomed by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME).

The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME) welcomes the State Government’s decision to create a new Department of Training and Workforce Development.

Carbon Planet's global warming education resource for primary schools is the 2009 State Winner of The Australian Marketing Institute’s Award for Marketing Excellence in the Corporate Social Responsibility category.

As our climate changes, food gardeners are faced with many challenges in deciding what to plant and how to manage growing their own food with organic methods. A new web site at www.cityfoodgrowers.com has a solution for dealing with climate change.

GreenITStrategy.com interview of Craig Scroggie, Vice President of Symantec Pacific region

Moving away from tradition and into the future Age of Stupid, the new feature film on the environment, tonight premiered on the Green Carpet at the Sydney Theatre Company.

GreenITStrategy.com interview of CEO & Research Director at Connected Research

On the 1st of September 2009, Broome’s sister city Taiji, Japan, will commence its annual slaughter of approximately 23,000 dolphins.

You maybe one of 2.9 million homeowners in Australia that is eligible to receive the Free Ceiling Insulation Rebate under the Federal Government $4 billion Home Energy stimulus package. The insulation will be installed FOR FREE for homeowners.

Australian Governments $4 billion Free Home Insulation rebate is underway. The Federal Governments giveaway entitles to eligible homeowners Free Ceiling Insulation. This means the insulation is installed at NO Cost to Homeowner

Australian Federal Government has announced the $4bn Home Energy Rebate for ceiling insulation. See how to take advantage of this Free Offer. Over 2.2 million homes will receive up to $1600 Free Ceiling Insulation designed to help the Environment

Melbourne, VIC, G-Creyations, a business run by enthusiastic university students launches a multipurpose bag from recycled materials, called Plumier.

Suite101.com, an online magazine with more than 12 years on the Web and attracting more than 15 million readers monthly, welcomes new Social Corporate Responsibility section feature writer.

Firmly commited to eco friendly principles, Brisbane’s Biome Eco Store is a chic retail outlet with a conscience.

"Destination Blue - See(d) a new Dream": 3 days of Inspiration, Meditation, Communication & Celebration. How then shall we live? Strategies for living in a rapidly changing world. Sharing ideas worth spreading.

Signed MOU with UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd - The Education & Training Company of the University of New England to develop Climate Change Management in the major Cities of Australia.

The Greenhouse Neutral Foundation declares the 5th of July to be WORLD INTERDEPENDENCE DAY.