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Advanced Technology in Energy and Water Conservation, Green Building and Pollution Prevention to be Promote at Chinese Expo

China’s Ministry of Construction has partnered with China Eco Expo to create Green Building - Green Cities Expo a high level and highly promoted showcase for advanced green products, technologies and services from ...

30 Sep 2008

Revolutionary, New Spyder Scraper from Simple Man Products

New Spyder Scraper blades from Simple Man Products are a patent-pending, revolutionary new tool that eliminates hand-scraping by attaching easily to all brands of reciprocating saws

29 Sep 2008

HSE Guide to Using Your Ladder Safely

Part of HSE’s Ladder Exchange initiative, HSE has provided a step by step guide to using your ladder safely

29 Sep 2008

Toyota Selected On Panel to Speed Up the Development of Energy Efficient Building Technologies

Toyota has been selected as one of just 21 companies - and the only automotive company - to participate in a special Department of Energy (DOE) program to speed the adoption of energy-saving building and facility technologies

29 Sep 2008

High Tech Windows Stop Heat Loss With Electricity

A greener, more cost effective solution to heat loss through windows -- using electricity -- is among the features on the latest edition of ElectricTV.net. A joint production of the National Electrical Contractors Associ...

26 Sep 2008

Green Paper Gives a Dozen Things You Might Not Know That Make Vinyl Siding Green

The Vinyl Siding Institute, Inc. (VSI) has put a "colorful" twist on the typical white paper. Entitled A Dozen Things You Might Not Know That Make Vinyl Siding Green, the new green paper identifies 12 ways viny...

26 Sep 2008

Making Buildings on the Moon by Melting Moon Dust With Microwaves

Problem moon dust might prove to be perfect building material for future trips to the moon

25 Sep 2008

Concrete, the Innovative and Environmentally Friendly Building Material

Lafarge Group, the world leader in building materials, has invited architects and engineers from around the world to New York to discuss the role of concrete in green construction and innovative design

25 Sep 2008

LEED Certification for Sandia Buildings

Sandia National Laboratories recently recognized five green-certified buildings in a brief ceremony organized by the Labs’ Environmental Planning Department

25 Sep 2008

Asbestos Checklist to Ensure Safety of School and System Buildings

Certain school buildings are called "system buildings" and have their structural columns fire-proofed with asbestos materials, which in turn are enclosed by metal casings or cladding. This checklist helps ensure asbestos safety.

25 Sep 2008

Excel Homes Helps Hudson Valley Modular Home Production Facility Get Back On Line

Just weeks after an agreement to help Chelsea Homes meet the growing demand for new modular homes throughout the Hudson Valley region, Excel Homes has announced it will open the company's 110,000 square foot Marlboro...

25 Sep 2008

Rohn and Haas to Demonstrate Sustainable Coatings at Eurocoat 2008

Rohm and Haas will highlight three exciting new innovations at Eurocoat 2008 that demonstrate the company’s commitment to sustainability

25 Sep 2008

Security Experts Say Homeowners are Leaving the Welcome Mat Out for Burglars

According to security experts, many Florida homeowners unwittingly attract burglars to their home. Knowing what you can do to avoid making your home or rental property an easy target can reduce your chance of becoming a victim

25 Sep 2008

World Standards Day on 15th October 2008 to Celebrate Intelligent and Sustainable Buildings

World Standards Day is celebrated each year on 14 October to pay tribute to the efforts of thousands of experts worldwide who collaborate to develop voluntary International Standards. The theme of this year's World Standards Day message is "Intelligent and sustainable buildings".

25 Sep 2008