WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recognizing 24 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winners across 12 states, the District of Columbia and Canada for outstanding achievement in the design, manufacture, promotion and use of a range of cleaning and other household products that carry the Safer Choice label. EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy announced the winners at an event at a local hardware store in San Francisco. “Everyone wants products with ingredients that are safer for their kids, pets, communities and the environment,” McCarthy said. “Using technology and innovation to turn challenges into profitable opportunities makes our...

NEW CASTLE, DEL.—Speakman, the maker of high-performance showerheads and plumbing products, announced a collaboration with Wynn Resorts to create custom bath fixtures for the Wynn Palace Cotai, which is scheduled to open this year.The result of the Speakman-Wynn collaboration is The Opera Collection by Roger Thomas, launching exclusively through Speakman. Available first for hospitality customers, the product line will be available to commercial residential and consumer home customers, exclusively through Speakman, later in 2016.A new $4.1 billion floral-themed resort, Wynn Palace Cotai is the third luxury resort from Wynn Resorts on Macau. The property’s 28-story hotel features gaming spaces,...

SANTA CLARA, CALIF.—ENGIE announced that it has acquired an 80 percent stake in Green Charge Networks, an industry-leading battery storage company based in California. Green Charge, utilizing its advanced patented software algorithms and analytics, deploys, owns, operates, and optimizes battery systems at commercial & industrial (C&I) and public sector customer sites in the United States. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.With offices in Santa Clara, New York, and San Diego, Green Charge has developed a portfolio of 48 MWh of battery storage projects either deployed or under construction across more than 150 sites. To date, the company has...

AUGUSTA, GA.—Club Car is enhancing its ongoing Bank on Carryall Sales Event with a limited time Pick 2 Sales Event. Both will end June 30, 2016. The new Pick 2 Sales Event allows qualified commercial buyers to purchase or lease new, unregistered 2015 or 2016 Carryall 500, 550 or 700 utility vehicles or Transporter passenger vehicles from now through June 30, 2016, with two of these options: 0 percent APR financing for 48 months on purchases, or lease for $155 per month, $1,000 bonus cash, no interest or payment for six months, or $500 trade-in allowance.“This event enables prospects...

NEW ALBANY, MISS.—Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration systems, introduces the restructured simplicity of the existing Quick Ship walk-in. Master-Bilt’s updated Quick Ship models provide a more streamlined experience for AutoQuotes users.Over 200 new MB5 model Quick Ship walk-ins, which are self-contained, feature a Packaged Refrigeration System (PRS-2) creating a package that fits most cooler or freezer applications either inside or outside. Panels are matched with standard or heavy-duty refrigeration systems depending on application requirements. AutoQuotes users may select their preferred model number, choose from available options and simply add the walk-in to their project....

ATLANTA—Interface, the world’s largest commercial modular carpet company and a sustainable business pioneer, announced a significant milestone in the company’s Mission Zero journey: the Interface Americas manufacturing sites now operate using 96 percent renewable energy, bringing the company’s global renewable energy usage to 84 percent. This milestone is being achieved with the addition of directed biogas to meet the thermal energy needs of the company’s flagship operations in Troup County, Ga.“Getting our factories in Americas to near 100 percent in renewable energy is a significant achievement—one that is a first for our industry and likely for industry in general,”...

GLENS FALLS, N.Y.—JUST water, an ethically sourced 100 percent spring water in a paper-based bottle, announced a new, plant-based bottle. Kicking off production on April 22, the JUST water bottle is now made with 82 percent renewable resources that come directly from plant-based materials, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 74 percent compared to a range of PET plastic bottles.“Our mission from the onset was to deliver a product that is responsibly sourced, and packaged for environmental and social impact, while holding ourselves to the goal of continuous improvement,” said Grace Jeon, JUST CEO. “It’s taken quite a...

PENSACOLA, FLA.—QMotion recently expanded its commercial and residential product offerings with new hardwired motor controls and communications applications for its roller shades—the Qadvanced Intelligent System Motorized Roller Shade Collection (QIS) and new Qadvanced with ZigBee Home Automation v1.2 battery operated shades with two-way communication.QMotion continues to evolve communications technologies for interactive motorized shade controls, and the hardwired control applications enhance new construction in light commercial and residential applications. The hardwired motor controls interface through leading automation systems, such as Vantage and Control4, or can be stand-alone units. Features and accessories include single or dual hardwired switches, multiple power distribution...

HIGHLAND PARK, ILL.—T2 Site Amenities, known for its line of upscale trash/recycling receptacles and planters, has revamped it website at www.t2-sa.com. The new site is designed for easier use by designers, hotel properties, hotel brand management and other professionals within the hospitality trade.Focused on the user experience, the T2 site features a cleaner look, larger images, and a quote request option. The site is compatible with today’s browsers and mobile devices.According to Lori Tilkin, President, “Our customers are looking to make great decisions, fast. Our website was designed with that objective in mind. Customers can now navigate our site...

PORTLAND, ORE.—Viridian Reclaimed Wood announced the introduction of Colorburst, a new line of color-infused reclaimed wood paneling, according to Viridian co-owner Pierce Henley. A new design twist on two of Viridian’s most popular paneling offerings, Granary Plank (mix of fir and pine reclaimed from granary beams) and Route 66 truck deck (oak reclaimed from tractor-trailer truck decking), the Colorburst line adds a pop of color in the rustic nooks, crannies and holes in the boards, providing a unique spin on reclaimed wood with deep layers of color juxtaposed with vintage patina and wood grain.“We’re constantly searching for new looks...