ODESSA, FLA.—Hasek Communications, the Odessa, Fla.-based publisher of Green Lodging News, has added JVA Art Group to its Green Product & Service Directory in the “Artwork” category. JVA Art Group is a global art design firm dedicated to creating environmentally respectful art programs in hotel properties for the pleasure of their guests. The company produces artwork from its 600,000 photographs worldwide utilizing reclaimed wood and recycled paper. JVA Art Group helps clients tell their stories by embedding art into architecture and interiors to create artistic environments. JVA artwork can be customized to fit individualized projects or standardized since JVA...

ODESSA, FLA.—Hasek Communications, the Odessa, Fla.-based publisher of Green Lodging News, has added an EcoRaider case study to its website. The case study details the results of a USDA study that measured performance of a green bed bug killer in infested housing apartments. Based on the field study by entomologists from Rutgers University, the report revealed that EcoRaider, a natural insect killer, shows strong effectiveness in eradicating bed bug infestations in housing apartments, comparable to a leading professional grade pesticide.The field study was conducted in a high-rise public housing apartment building in New Jersey with a known bed bug...

STOCKHOLM—Blueair, a leading indoor air purification specialist, will use the upcoming IFA Berlin 2015 electronics trade show running September 4 to 9 to unveil new smart connected appliances to help pollution-wary consumers efficiently tackle hidden airborne threats at home or work.“We will present a stellar lineup of new technologies, products and design bringing people the very latest and best of indoor air purification technology geared to enhance health and wellness,” says Karin Kruse, Blueair Head of Global Product Marketing.Kruse said Blueair’s new technologies embrace a number of clever functions that will warn consumers when their indoor air is becoming...

ADVANCE, N.C.—Beaufurn, the manufacturer of fashion-forward, functional designs, announced that it is introducing the Mesa Seating Collection. Resequencing the DNA of mid-century modern, this collection radiates its inspiration while leaping into the next generation of practical performance furniture. The generous proportions of the chairs and sofas make them particularly appropriate for corporate offices, lobbies, country clubs, Wi-Fi friendly coffeehouses, and university libraries and student unions.The upholstered pieces are available with optional wood or solid surface arm caps that can double as work surfaces for laptops, convenient table tops to rest coffee cups and muffin plates, or writing surfaces to...

ORLANDO, FLA.—The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) has published the sixth edition of Management of Food and Beverage Operations by Jack D. Ninemeier, Ph.D., CHA, CFBE, CHE. This textbook addresses successful management and operational tactics used in food and beverage operations, how foodservice operations improve quality standards while reducing expenses, and explores ways in which technology can be used to give guests greater value for their dining dollars and improve efficiency.This edition includes information on LEED certification, updates about the EPA Energy Star program and technology in foodservice equipment, a new Nutrition and Dining Out section, how...

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros, maker of an ultra-low water laundry system, announced that it has expanded its market presence into the Canadian commercial laundry and dry cleaning market with a channel partnership agreement for its polymer bead cleaning systems with Michael St. Clair Fine Cleaners in Vancouver. Under the agreement Michael St. Clair Fine Cleaners will sell and service Xeros’ polymer bead cleaning laundry systems which are proven to dramatically reduce water, energy and detergent usage.Canada’s thousands of lakes, rivers, streams and wetlands represent 20 percent of the world’s fresh water. Nationwide initiatives have accelerated water conservation efforts as demand for...

ST. PAUL, MINN.—The Water Risk Monetizer, a publicly available financial modeling tool that enables businesses to factor current and future water risks into decision making, now provides users with insights into how water scarcity impacts revenue. The tool’s new assessment helps water-dependent businesses better understand the full value of water to their operations and identify revenue at risk based on current and projected water scarcity.  The Water Risk Monetizer, first introduced in November 2014, was developed by Ecolab Inc., a global leader in water technologies and services, and Trucost, a global leader in valuing natural capital. Ecolab and Trucost...

VISTA, CALIF.—California regulators have been speeding up water-efficiency standards for faucets, toilets, and urinals in response to the state’s fourth year of drought. The new regulations which have been signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown go into effect January 2016. According to Klaus Reichardt, Founder and CEO of Waterless No-Flush Urinals, Vista, Calif., it is no wonder the emphasis has been on restrooms, for instance in offices or schools. “Invariably more water is consumed in restrooms than any other part of a facility,” he says.  The following is a review of the new rules: •    Urinals can flush no more...

CARY, N.C.—Civilight North America announced the appointment of Connecticut-based Vanguard Lighting as the company’s newest sales representative for New England states. Vanguard Lighting’s territory will include Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. “We are thrilled to partner with Vanguard Lighting to grow our customer base throughout the New England states,” said Jeffrey E. Lagaly, CEO of Civilight North America. “Through strategic partnerships such as these, Civilight North America is able to provide end-users from coast to coast with our high-quality LED indoor replacement products. We look forward to a strong and prosperous partnership between Civilight and...

AUSTIN, TEXAS—Hilton Austin recently transformed the challenge of a strict local energy conservation code into a triple win. Their solution added to guest comfort, improved the property’s bottom line, and helped the environment. The hotel launched a $22 million renovation, primarily to simplify guest comfort and boost energy efficiency. Now, the property’s energy management system (EMS) not only meets—but exceeds—Austin’s green mandate.  Austin mandated that commercial buildings that are 10,000 square feet or larger must conduct an annual conservation audit and report their energy rating to the city. Austin’s subtropical climate presents a challenge to energy efficiency. Average summer...