FRANKLIN PARK, ILL.—Sloan Valve Company, a leading manufacturer of water-conserving plumbing systems, is a platinum sponsor of Greenbuild 2007, the world’s largest conference and expo dedicated to green building, taking place November 7 to 9 at McCormick Place West in Chicago. Sloan will introduce six new products at Greenbuild, adding to its established line of energy- and water-efficient restroom solutions. “Water is the most precious natural resource in the world,” says Jim Allen, manager of Sloan’s water-efficiency division and a LEED-accredited professional. “Being a Platinum sponsor of Greenbuild shows our commitment to providing outstanding products that deliver on the promise...

SAN DIEGO, CALIF.—Cali Bamboo, the company committed to saving the planet one customer at a time, announced the opening of a distribution center in Philadelphia to service growing demand on the East Coast for bamboo products. The new distribution center, located hours from major markets in New York, Canada and the entire Eastern Seaboard, will enable Cali Bamboo to grow its business, reduce its carbon footprint, and expand the firm’s growth with contractors, builders and architects on both coasts. Previously, orders from the eastern half of the country or up to Canada were taking seven to 10 days for...

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CALIF.—Projects using Bentley Prince Street carpet will now find it a little easier to earn a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credit, thanks to recently revised U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) guidelines. Under the new USGBC guidelines, Bentley Prince Street products that are certified to the stringent “California Gold” standard can now contribute to a LEED Innovation in Design credit. The LEED Innovation in Design Credit provides design teams and projects the opportunity to be awarded points for exceptional performance above LEED requirements. All of Bentley Prince Street’s standard broadloom products are certified to...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Enviro Bath LLC as a Green Product Directory partner. Enviro Bath is a company dedicated to being green. Its product line consists of water-conserving sensor faucets, and sinks cast from solid recycled metal. All Enviro Bath products are cast from salvaged brass, aluminum and various other alloys. Enviro Bath offers numerous original finishes and unique designs. Enviro Bath product is made here in the United States and the company welcomes custom projects. Go to Enviro Bath, write to joe@elitebath.net, or call (866)-701-2284, for more information.

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Green Lodging News has added its second case study to its new Vendor Case Studies section. The case study focuses on the Best Western Executive Inn and Best Western Loyal Inn, both in Seattle, and how they have successfully implemented Upland, Calif.-based Green Suites International’s EcoRoom® program. EcoRooms® feature more than a dozen different environmental products. They include: compact fluorescent light bulbs; low-flow showerheads and sink faucets; nightlights; digital thermostats; non-toxic cleaning chemicals; Nature’s Mist deodorizer; a linen reuse program; and lotion and liquid soap products dispensed from refillable containers in the shower and at the sink. A pre-installation analysis...

TRYON, N.C.—Ozone Water Technologies, Inc. announced that its president and founder, Jim Gross, will be participating in an exclusive four-member panel to discuss various green initiative topics. He was invited by The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd., the largest global luxury hotel brand, and Sustainable Travel International (STI), a nonprofit organization specializing in sustainable tourism development, to attend their annual convention in Monte Carlo, Monaco from November 15 to 18. The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. and STI recently launched the Leading Green Initiative where guests are able to make a conscious decision toward greener travel by actively...

EAST LONGMEADOW, MASS.—Excel Dryer Inc., a leader in the manufacture of American-made hand dryers, has introduced two new cover finishes to its line of high-speed XLERATOR hand dryers. The new appliance-grade white thermoset bulk molded compound (BMC) is very resistant to vandalism, while the brushed stainless steel finish XLERATOR delivers a distinct, architectural look to restroom interiors. These new options enhance the already extensive XLERATOR line, which includes traditional white, a fingerprint-resistant graphite cover, chrome plated, and custom colors for specific applications. “Our customers have asked for more finishes for our popular XLERATOR hand dyers, and we’e delivered,” says Denis...

ST. JOHN, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Stanley Selengut, founder of the eco-resorts Maho Bay Camps, Harmony Studios and Concordia Eco-Tents and Studios has added a new multi-use green building at Estate Concordia Preserve. Concordia and its sister resort, Maho Bay Camps, have been innovators in the design and operation of ecologically sensitive resorts since 1976 when it first opened the canvas doors of its eco-tents. Selengut’s latest addition at Concordia includes a store, café offering alfresco dining, event pavilion and large open space with a 280-degree panoramic view. The pavilion and open space dining area provide a stunning setting for functions from...

SAN FRANCISCO—3Degrees announced that it has received a 2007 Green Power Leadership Award from the U.S. Department of Energy for helping to build the market for green power. The annual awards recognize leading national green power suppliers for their commitment and contribution to helping advance the development of the nation’s green power market. 3Degrees’ impact on the total sales of renewable energy and carbon reductions in 2007 is significant. 3Degrees, which recently purchased the assets of the REC and Utility Partnership Division of 3 Phases Energy, serves more than 150 business customers across its product lines, including 28 U.S. and...

LOS ANGELES—Samsung, a leader in technology and manufacturer of Staron Solid Surface and Tempest, has been granted Greenguard certification by the Greenguard Environmental Institute for its Staron Solid Surface material, including the new Staron Tempest line, as well as its all-acrylic sinks and bowls. Each of the product lines has passed the requirements of two Greenguard certification programs. Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certified product certification is granted for low-emitting interior building materials, furnishings and finish systems. The more stringent Greenguard for Children & Schools certification is granted for low-emitting interior building materials, furnishings and finish systems used in educational (daycare...