MOONACHIE, N.J.—Introducing energy efficient styles to its complete line of high-quality, high-performance compact fluorescents, BULBRITE introduces the PurifyO2 family of Coil and T5 Quad CFLs which break down odors. They are ideal for damp smelling applications. Ideal for restrooms, closets, gyms, and other damp-smelling rooms in the home, hospital, hotel, daycare center, kennel, pet store and other residential and commercial spaces, the PurifyO2 line safely breaks down odors while providing energy efficient light. It is a healthy alternative to traditional chemical-based air fresheners. PurifyO2 CFLs are designed with a TiO2 coating that helps purify the air and eliminate...

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.—Electrolux introduces the newest addition to its professional air-o-steam range: the air-o-steam TOUCHLINE. “The new air-o-steam TOUCHLINE combi oven is truly one of a kind,” says Angelo Grillas, director of Marketing for Electrolux Professional North America. “It is the evolution of Electrolux combi ovens—a perfect blend of Electrolux’s history and future. The new air-o-steam TOUCHLINE symbolizes our commitment to technologically advanced, reliable and environmentally sustainable products.” When developing the air-o-steam TOUCHLINE, Electrolux Professional conducted approximately 1,200 interviews with end users all around the world to get their input for the new oven. “Research has shown that our customers...

AUBURN, N.H.—Aquawing Ozone Injection Systems (AWOIS) LLC, Auburn, N.H., recently unveiled a new website that includes educational information pertaining to ozone laundry systems, research, product information, customer testimonials and environmental benefits. AWOIS is a manufacturer of ozone laundry systems focused on improving laundry processes, conserving natural resources and reducing negative effects of laundry processing on the environment. The company’s Aquawing Variable Ozone laundry systems are in place at hundreds of hotels, nursing homes, hospitals, on-premise laundries and correctional facilities across North America. “Many people don’t fully realize the benefits of ozone laundry systems,” said Brett Daniels, vice president of AWOIS....

SOUTH EGREMONT, MASS.—Monarch Bath, Bed & Spa, a leading global provider of bathrobes and luxury hotel linens, announced the introduction of MONARCH ECO, a new line of hotel linens designed to conserve water and reduce energy costs in the laundry operation, while maximizing comfort and durability. “Our experience tells us that hoteliers are primarily concerned with guests’ perceptions, the product’s life cycle and energy usage when considering linen purchases,” said Gene Faul, CEO of Monarch Bath, Bed & Spa. “With our Eco line, it is no longer necessary to choose between luxury, durability and energy efficiency. Our Monarch Eco towels...

ORLANDO, FLA.—The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently welcomed the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center into the Florida Green Lodging Program. The 1,406-room resort is one of the largest in the state to participate, and the first in Osceola County’s popular Kissimmee resort corridor. In addition, the resort announced the upcoming rollout of a new guest communications program, called “We’re Eco-Logical,” designed to share the spirit of the resort’s eco-friendly initiatives with guests and meeting planners, while encouraging them to take an active role in the programs. “Together with the citizens of Osceola County, we have created...

ATLANTA—Servidyne, Inc., an energy efficiency, demand response and real estate company, announced that it has been awarded the 2010 Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in recognition of the company’s continued leadership in protecting the environment through energy efficiency. This is the eighth time Servidyne has been honored as an Energy Star Partner of the Year, and the fourth time the company has received the prestigious Sustained Excellence Award. The Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award is given annually to a select group of organizations that have exhibited an outstanding long-term commitment to energy efficiency....

MILWAUKEE, WIS.—Telkonet, Inc., a leading clean technology company focusing on proprietary energy management and SmartGrid networking technology, announced that its president and CEO, Jason Tienor, has been named one of SmartCEO magazine’s 2010 Smart100 CEOs in the Greater Washington area. This exclusive group of the region’s top executives, selected by an independent selection committee, was chosen on the basis of their leadership qualities, strategic vision and character, in addition to their clear ability to grow their organizations. Each Smart100 CEO will be profiled in the 100-plus-page annual Smart100 Book, which SmartCEO will publish as its 13th issue in May. The...

SEATTLE—Mitsubishi Electric US announces the official release of the newest version of its Mitsubishi Electric Jet Towel hand dryer, the eighth generation of Jet Towel since Mitsubishi released its original invention in 1993. A recent recipient of Building Operating Management Magazine’s 2010 Top Product Award, the Mitsubishi Jet Towel received critical acclaim for its unique industrial design which makes it the only hand dryer in its class to keep water from spilling over the edge or pooling on the floor. Features include the eight to 10 second drying time, a waste water collection system, new modern color (charcoal grey with...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA.—Worrell Water Technologies and YMCA of Silicon Valley announced that YMCA Camp Campbell in Boulder Creek, Calif., installed a Living Machine ecological wastewater treatment and reuse system for its year-round camp. The YMCA opted to install an on-site solution that would support year-round camping and also serve as an outdoor learning lab for its popular Outdoor Science School. The school is aimed at fifth and sixth grade students visiting from 75 schools in the area surrounding the camp. The Living Machine system can be used in rural locations or in rapidly developing areas that have failing or...

ORLANDO, FLA.—In an effort to become a greener, more energy-efficient hotel, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort has installed LED (light-emitting diode) lighting by Cree, Inc. One of Orlando’s largest resorts, with close proximity to Walt Disney World, the hotel recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation that included replacing traditional, antiquated lighting fixtures in its 54 hallways, as well as its freshly refurbished 10,000-square-foot lobby. The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress began its remodel to comply with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Green Lodging program, a voluntary initiative for hotels and motels across the state to adopt cost-saving green...