LEXINGTON, KY.—The award-winning Haiku ceiling fan from Big Ass Fans now lights up a room even more with the addition of a new, patent-pending LED light module. Integrated seamlessly into the fan’s already minimalist design, the energy-efficient LED module reinforces Haiku’s No. 1 Energy Star ranking. LEDs are 80 percent more efficient than incandescent bulbs and offer a lifespan of 50,000 hours—about 17 years of standard use.In addition to Haiku’s 10 unique settings, the LED module’s digital dimmer offers 16 increments of brightness to provide the right amount of light for any setting. At its brightest, the LED module...

EMERYVILLE, CALIF.—SCS Global Services (SCS), a leading third-party certifier in the green building industry, announces its expanded business alliance with GreenWizard, Inc., a web-based platform that allows building professionals to find and manage manufacturer product data and documentation for LEED and green commercial construction. The alliance benefits manufacturers by increasing opportunities for architects, engineers, and contractors to locate and obtain their certified products for LEED building projects.“GreenWizard enables professionals to identify and evaluate products from a data-driven perspective and seamlessly collect documentation required to satisfy LEED,” said Stowe Hartridge-Beam, SCS’ Director of Environmental Certification Services. “It represents the future...

ANN ARBOR, MICH.—Carbonfund.org Foundation and NSF International announce the renewal of LEI Electronics’ Eco Alkalines batteries into the CarbonFree Product Certification Program. In addition to completing a carbon footprint, the batteries continue to meet and exceed some of the most important international standards such as PAS 2050 (carbon label standard) and ISO 14044 (life cycle assessment standard).LEI’s Eco Alkalines batteries are entering their third year under the CarbonFree Product Certification Program offered through NSF International’s Sustainability Division. CarbonFree certified products are available in multiple countries and LEI reports increasing sales as the product continues to gain acceptance from consumers...

FORT WORTH, TEXAS—Traulsen, a leader in the design and manufacture of premium commercial refrigeration equipment, has released a white paper, “Buying the Right Refrigerator: Considerations for investing in your business.” This paper is written to benefit foodservice operations that are contemplating the purchase of a new refrigerator by discussing all of the features of the refrigeration unit that can impact long-term success.“Customers expect fresh thinking from Traulsen, and this white paper highlights the key points that customers should consider to get the most out of their refrigeration equipment,” said John Davis, director of marketing and engineering for Traulsen. “We...

LOS ANGELES—As part of the company’s rebranding initiative, Mars Air Systems is launching a clean new website to engage customers through interactive videos, information portals and client case studies. The website also now serves as an industry resource for new laws, studies and programs related to energy-efficient air curtains. In addition, Mars has developed a new logo to reflect its overall vision and purpose—Mars: atmosphere is everything.Mars has redefined its mission to be the company others want to do business with by: •    cultivating an open, honest, and passionate culture for its employees; •    offering the broadest selection of high-quality,...

LAGRANGE, GA.—Lindsay James, a seven-year veteran of Interface Americas who most recently was the modular carpet tile manufacturer’s Director of Strategic Sustainability, has been named Vice President of Restorative Enterprise.In announcing the promotion, John Wells, Interface Americas president and CEO, explained, “The formation of the Restorative Enterprise team is a next step in our company’s journey to our 2020 Mission Zero goal and our promise to eliminate any negative impact our manufacturing and products have on the environment. This team is charged with helping to transform our company into an enterprise that restores the environment as well as preserves...

WATERFORD, N.Y.—Cascades Tissue Group announced its Cascades Antibacterial paper towel secured a “4-Star” Environmental Leader Technology Review Score and has been named a 2013 Edison Awards Finalist in the Consumer Packaged Goods: Cleaning Solutions category. Both mark recognition for the novel paper towel that was launched in October 2012 on the U.S. away-from-home market.The Cascades Antibacterial Paper Towel provides a simple and effective way to further reduce bacterial contamination and transmission. Unlike ordinary paper towels, it almost instantly kills more than 99.99 percent of harmful bacteria. By integrating a safe active ingredient into a dry format, the distinctly green-colored...

LOS ANGELES—Green Globe Certification is promoting ADA Fair Trade Hotel Cosmetics, the latest cosmetic series launched by ADA Cosmetics International. The Fair Trade line includes shower gel and shampoo that contains raw cane sugar from Mauritius, body lotion and conditioner made with Brazil nut oil from Bolivia, and soap that boasts avocado oil from Kenya. Production of these raw materials is guaranteed to comply with international standards, and the farmers get paid according to Fair Trade ethical standards. The added value is then used to improve the local infrastructure, education, and health. Therefore, the ADA Fair Trade line is...

WASHINGTON, D.C.—In January 2013, Green Seal announced the publication of GS-51, a new standard designed to address the lifecycle impacts of laundry care products used in institutional and industrial settings.This standard covers more than 20 product categories for conventional laundry and dry cleaning, including detergents, prewash products, spot removers, laundry additives, fabric care products, and more. According to Linda Chipperfield, vice president of marketing and communications for Green Seal, GS-51 represents a comprehensive benchmark for sustainable laundry care products.“It also provides manufacturers the opportunity to be recognized as leaders in the industry, and allows purchasers to identify safer,...

LAS VEGAS—Concept Amenities announced that Tracey McRae has been named vice president of marketing & communications of the Americas division. With a broad understanding of marketing and media, McRae brings nearly 12 years of marketing experience and accountability in developing results-driven campaigns.“I am excited to start this role with Concept Amenities and look forward to working with the team to further develop their marketing initiatives,” McRae says. “I am fortunate to be joining such a respected company that prides itself on top quality products and service.”“We are very excited to have such an experienced and talented marketing manager of...