SAN FRANCISCO—TerraPass, a leading carbon offset provider, has launched a new online carbon calculator. By developing a deeper understanding for carbon methodology and creating more options for calculation, now both individuals and businesses of all types and sizes can obtain a carbon footprint reading with a few simple inputs of information.“TerraPass is committed to boosting awareness around sustainability by educating people,” says Christopher Duzich, Vice President of TerraPass. “To do that, we provide easy-to-use tools that help individuals and businesses build a better future for all of us. This new calculator empowers you with both the knowledge and opportunity...

HIGHLANDS RANCH, COLO.—It’s no secret that eco-friendly initiatives and sustainability efforts are the core of adoba ecotel’s existence. The brand aims to not only continue internal efforts to reduce their carbon footprint but also continue to expand on these initiatives and grow their campaigns and eco-friendly programs even further. This desire to continue to grow and evolve has led the adoba ecotel team to a new partnership with Refresh Glass, a unique company that creates glassware and art pieces from recycled wine bottles. Refresh Glass was created just a few short years ago by Ray DelMuro. DelMuro spent five years...

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the 2014 WaterSense Partners of the Year for their commitment to promoting water efficiency and strengthening the drought resiliency of communities across the country, during the recent WaterSmart Innovations Conference today in Las Vegas.“As the United States experiences the driest conditions in more than a decade, there has never been a more important time for EPA and WaterSense to focus on water efficiency,” said Ken Kopocis, Deputy Assistant Administrator in EPA’s Office of Water. “We are working to find ways to further reduce water consumption to support healthy ecosystems and communities....

OSHKOSH, WIS.—Following 60 years of hard-mount washer development and innovation, Continental Girbau Inc. recently released its most advanced hard-mount washer line yet. The new G-Flex Washer-Extractors generate extract speeds of up to 200 G-force, offer a highly programmable control, and deliver results using less water and energy. Available in 40- and 55-pound capacitites, G-Flex Washers also deliver the flexibility of six programmable extract speeds, including 100, 140 and 200 G-force. G-Flex Washers offer high-speed extract for bolstered productivity.As extract speeds increase, according to Joel Jorgensen, Continental Vice President of Sales and Customer Services, so does the amount of moisture...

WEST CALDWELL, N.J.—Generating significant reductions in energy costs and power consumption for the hospitality market, MaxLite introduces the Wet-Listed Marquee LED Lamp. The 2.5-watt LED lamp is ETL wet-listed and designed to replace inefficient incandescent and cold-cathode fluorescent (CCFL) lamps for outdoor signage applications at hotels, casinos, restaurants, resorts and amusement parks.“Converting from incandescent or CCFL lamps to our latest LED marquee replacement lamp will reap major benefits for facility managers and owners,” said Product Marketing Manager Alex Truong. “For today’s green-conscious consumer, the LED lamp offers 50 times the lifetime of a standard incandescent and is constructed without...

OMAHA, NEB.—LEO A DALY announced that Brad Schaap, Director of Sustainability, has been named a 2014 LEED Fellow by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This year’s 48 Fellows are recognized for their exceptional contributions to the green building community as well as for their significant achievements among LEED Professionals.“The 2014 LEED Fellows are utilizing their extensive knowledge and experience in green building to engage their colleagues, clients and communities to create a better built environment throughout the world,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO and Founding Chair, USGBC. “We recognize Brad Schaap’s commitment to LEED and celebrate his individual...

DALTON, GA.—Zeftron nylon, a fully renewable premium nylon 6 fiber, is now available in the new Brilliant Collection, an accumulation of seven highly vibrant colors. The Brilliant Collection is a result of a collaborative feedback and input process between Zeftron and the in-house design teams of its mill partners. Zeftron also received input from hundreds of designers across the country through its 2013 Color Survey. Designers were asked to vote on the top five colors most important to them.The seven colors of the Brilliant Collection are: Hot Pink, Lemon, Brilliant Orange, Lime, Electric Blue, Bay Blue and Raspberry Wine....

CINCINNATI—P&G Professional, the away-from-home division of Procter & Gamble, announced the launch of the Tide Professional Coldwater System, an on-premise laundry program that enables facilities to save as much as $8,700 per year based on water, energy and linen replacement cost savings.The new Tide Professional Coldwater System includes four products—a near-neutral pH detergent, fabric softener, bleach and whiteness enhancer—that are formulated to work together to deliver clean, soft linens and towels to guests while using significantly less water at colder temperatures than traditional on-premise laundry systems. The advanced formula in the Tide Professional Coldwater System also uses unique enzymes...

PLAINFIELD, ILL.—Cicero's Development Corporation, a leading full-service commercial property renovations contractor, is supporting The Barbara Bates Foundation third annual “Knocking Out Breast Cancer” Fashion Show.   Scheduled for Sunday, October 12, 2014, at the Venue One meeting and event center located at 1044 W. Randolph Street in Chicago, Knocking Out Breast Cancer to date has raised over $300,000 to educate women in under resourced communities about the detection and treatment of breast cancer. In addition to its sponsorship, Cicero’s Director of Business Development, Zara Johnson, will be modeling in the event. A proud mom and grandmother, Zara is a breast cancer...

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CALIF.—Littman Brands Contract announces an established global contract and hospitality division offering one lighting resource that encompasses their three leading decorative lighting brands. This integrated (project sales, service and support) division provides a seamless and easy way for designers, architects and product procurement managers to specify lighting solutions for commercial, hotel, resort and multi-unit projects by offering the latest in lighting fashion and design across Hudson Valley Lighting, Troy Lighting and Corbett Lighting. While each brand has its own distinct style and aesthetic, they all reflect high quality, handcrafted, energy efficient, state-of-the-art light sources to meet...