NCGA Thanks EPA for Denying Request to Waive Renewable Fuels Standard

The National Corn Growers Association hailed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decision today to deny a request to reduce the renewable fuels standard as growers prepare for the second-largest corn harvest in history and consumers clamor for solutions to high gasoline prices. “We’re very grateful but not surprised by the EPA’s... 

Microbes, Inc. Extends Warrant Tender Offer

Microbes, Inc. announced that it has extended its current offer to purchase any and all of its outstanding Class B Common Stock Purchase Warrants, Class 1 and Class B Common Stock Purchase Warrants, Class 2 until 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on Friday, August 15, 2008. The offer was scheduled to expire at 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on... 

Santa Clara University Among Top 25 Cutting-Edge Green Colleges

From the first cup of coffee poured in the morning to the last piece of paper recycled at night, sustainable living is a part of life at Santa Clara University. And, this week the University’s efforts are being recognized as the school is named one of the nation’s 25 most environmentally responsible by the Kaplan College Guide 2009. The Guide features,... 

We Energies, Madison Gas & Electric, Wisconsin Public Power Commit to Additional Environmental Initiatives

We Energies, Madison Gas & Electric and Wisconsin Public Power today announced a significant new commitment to environmental initiatives. They include reductions in greenhouse gases, investments in additional renewable energy resources, funding to protect Lake Michigan’s ecosystem and the retirement of older, less-efficient generation. “Coupled... 

Delek US Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

Delek US Holdings, Inc., a diversified energy company with assets in the petroleum refining, marketing, supply and retail industries, today announced that its Board of Directors voted to declare a quarterly cash dividend of $.0375 per share, payable on September 17, 2008, to shareholders of record on August 27, 2008. Delek US Holdings, Inc. is a diversified... 

Norit Americas Announces Lawsuit Alleging Misappropriation of Trade Secrets

Norit Americas, Inc. announced it filed a lawsuit against ADA-ES, Inc., ADA Environmental Solutions, LLC, and current ADA-ES employees, John Rectenwald and Stephen D. Young. Mr. Rectenwald and Mr. Young are former employees of Norit, having been employed by Norit for over 30 years. Norit Americas filed the lawsuit in Marshall, Texas, and in the case... 

China’s Growing Acceptance of Water-based Acrylic Coatings Energized by Rohm and Haas Innovation and Support

As China achieves greater world prominence and visibility from the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, businesses throughout the country are making their own gains by embracing global standards of quality, safety and sustainability. Specialty materials company Rohm and Haas, the world’s leader in acrylic technology for nearly a century, is helping many Chinese... 

1,000 Ameren Illinois Utilities Workers Continue Service Restoration Effort Following Second Round of Damaging Storms

The Ameren Illinois Utilities field crews are working 16-hour shifts to provide around the clock coverage in order to restore electrical service to thousands of customers in the wake of yet another round of severe summer thunderstorms that pounded southwestern Illinois Tuesday evening. Approximately 600 linemen, 200 tree trimmers and 200 support personnel... 

Patagonia Pushes Boundary of Business’ Role in U.S. Elections

Patagonia, the outdoor apparel company, has formally launched its “Vote The Environment” campaign in advance of the presidential election this November 2008. The aggressive three-part campaign asks customers to (1) register to vote, (2) educate themselves on the environmental records of candidates and (3) place the environment at the top... 

DuPont Titanium Technologies Announces a Price Increase for Titanium Dioxide Products in Western and Central European and North Africa Markets

DuPont Titanium Technologies today announced a price increase for DuPont(TM) Ti-Pure® titanium dioxide grades sold in Western and Central Europe, Turkey, Greece and North Africa (Maghreb countries). Effective Aug. 15, prices for DuPont coatings, plastics, specialty, paper and laminate titanium dioxide grades will increase by 50 Euros per tonne in all...