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PowerLight Invovled in 61 Megawatts of New Plant Construction

SunPower Corporation, a Silicon Valley-based manufacturer of high-efficiency, commercially available solar cells, solar panels, and solar systems, today announced a number of solar power plant projects being built or sup...

30 Apr 2007

Air Force Solar System To Save More Than 25 Percent of Base's Power Use

Construction on the largest solar photovoltaic system ever to be built in North America began today at Nellis Air Force Base. Spearheading the project is a team that includes the United States Air Force, Nevada Power...

30 Apr 2007

One of the East Coast's Largest Solar Projects Dedicated by Tiffany & Co

Tiffany & Co. one of the world's premier jewelers, today marked the addition of clean, emissions-free, renewable solar power to its energy portfolio with the dedication of one of the East Coast's largest commercial s...

30 Apr 2007

Tips On Laying A Stone Floor

Make sure that your subfloor is clean, level and suitable for installation of a stone floor. In most cases, this will involve removing existing product and any residue glue. Get the right tools for the job. These sh...

30 Apr 2007

Five-Year Sustainable Retail Partnership Announced by M&S and BRE

Marks & Spencer announces that it is to enter into a unique five-year partnership with BRE, the leading research and consultancy group for sustainability. The partnership, which is the first of its kind in retail,...

30 Apr 2007

Gas Fitter Warning Issued by HSE

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) today warned Cumbrian businesses and residents to check that gas workers are appropriately accredited by CORGI before allowing them to carry out gas fitting or repair work. The w...

30 Apr 2007

UCATT Report on Prosecutions

"We take any death at work very seriously. We share UCATT's concern that there are too many deaths in the construction industry. Indeed after a period of much progress, there is a possible 20-25% rise in fatal a...

30 Apr 2007

High Performance Skylights Produced with Nanogel Aerogel

To meet growing consumer demand for more energy-efficient, eco-friendly daylighting options, Cabot Aerogel, a product line of Cabot Corporation, announced a new product incorporating Nanogel(R) aerogel in skylights produ...

29 Apr 2007

Environmetally Friendly Cabinetware Range from SpectraDecor

SpectraDécor's new FUSION2 collection features recycled aluminum and environmentally friendly inlays. The contemporary cabinet hardware and appliance pull line combines former window frames and hubcaps with cork...

29 Apr 2007

CERAM Helps Halt The Slip Ups

Slips ups happen all the time, in fact in 2006, injuries caused by slipping and tripping accounted for 36% of the total number of injuries in the UK. The impact on businesses is significant as, in 23% of cases, those sli...

27 Apr 2007

University Researchers Join Forces with Dialight to Develop Low-Cost LED Lighting

Technology that first appeared in digital watches and calculators back in the 1970s is being used to develop durable and community-friendly low energy street lighting. Researchers at The University of Manchester have...

27 Apr 2007

'Hydro Building Systems UK Win Renovation Award

A building façade project for the University of Sunderland has been honored as overall winner of the inaugural UK Aluminium in Renovation Awards. The project - Hydro contributed to its success - will now be entered ...

27 Apr 2007

Seminar On Important Chamges To The CDM Regulations

CERAM, in association with SafetyNet is holding a seminar at its Stoke-on-Trent headquarters, covering key changes to Construction (Design and Management) regulations. It will take place on 21st May 2007 commencing at 9....

27 Apr 2007

Roofing Repair Home Improvement Tips Cover The Whole House

Repair-Home.com, an online, interactive home repair source, helps homeowners sort through roofing issues and connect with contractors who can help them tackle home improvement projects, such as roofing repair, that can e...

27 Apr 2007

RIBA TRust Hosts A Season of Exhibitions

This summer the RIBA Trust hosts a season of exhibitions, talks and seminars that aim to provoke debate and reflection on the development of the built environment in South Africa in the 13 years since the end of aparthei...

27 Apr 2007