SOUTH HACKENSACK, N.J.—J. Josephson introduces EcoView, an Osnaburg backed, non-woven wallcovering that is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional wallcoverings. EcoView is a new, dimensionally stable offering available for all Vycon and Symphony patterns—in every colorway. These 54-inch products meet Type II physical characteristics and contain 35 percent pulp, 21 percent polyester fibers, 14 percent acrylic, 16.5 percent adhesive and 13.5 percent polyester cotton backing. EcoView can be used in LEED-certified projects and meets strict VOC (volatile organic compounds) standards for air quality. EcoView is an alternative product for those designers who prefer using a non-woven wallcovering. EcoView is readily available...

ATLANTA—Energy use in buildings can be reduced by 10 to 40 percent by improving operational strategies in buildings, according to a study by the Energy Systems Lab at Texas A&M University. A new certification program from ASHRAE helps building owners know they are hiring and retaining employees and consultants who know how to take advantage of such strategies. The Operations and Performance Management Professional Certification (OPMP) program helps earners demonstrate their knowledge of the management of facility operations and maintenance and their impact on HVAC&R systems’ performance. The program will launch at the ASHRAE Winter Meeting in Chicago in...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Save Your World as a Founding Sponsor. Save Your World offers a Hotel/Spa Amenity line of personal care products made with organic aloe vera and organic yerba maté. Save Your World was created in 2006. Through a partnership with Conservation International, it is helping to preserve one of the last remaining pristine rainforests on Earth. The project the company is supporting is the first Conservation Concession in the world. It is on one of the oldest geological shields on the planet and is one of its most bio-diverse...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes United Feather & Down as a Green Product & Service Directory partner. Hotels looking to cater to those seeking organic options can turn to luxury bedding manufacturer United Feather & Down’s Prestige Naturals for Hospitality collection. The collection features bed pillows, comforters, blankets and mattress pads, each made with 300-thread-count certified organic cotton sateen, and filled with a choice of 600-fill-power Freshness Assured down or patented Lyocell Down. In addition, each piece can be customized to a hotel’s specific needs. For additional information, call (847) 296-6500, e-mail info@ufandd.com,...

MIAMI—Blue Leaf Hospitality announced its participation in the Hospitality Design (“HD”) Boutique from September 17 to 18 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The Miami-based contract furniture company is putting its “green” foot forward at the event with a new product line born of recycled materials, an Art Deco vintage collection and a contemporary cabana concept. “We pride ourselves in catering to our clients, which means we create everything from a single sample to several thousand upon demand,” said Stan Shockley, president of Blue Leaf Hospitality. “Because we are constantly evolving, HD Boutique provides us with a platform...

CARLISLE, PA.—EcoStar announces the addition of 10-inch Majestic Slate Traditional tiles to its extensive line of recycled, synthetic roofing products. A narrower version of EcoStar’s existing 12-inch tiles, these 10-inch Majestic Slate tiles are intended to more closely replicate the look of standard slate tiles, which are traditionally manufactured in both 10- and 12-inch widths. The new 10-inch tiles can be used individually or in conjunction with the standard 12-inch tiles to create a unique rooftop profile. With either application, the 10-inch Majestic Slate tiles create an aesthetically pleasing, environmentally friendly roof system that looks exactly like a real...

GARDEN CITY, N.Y.—As part of its ongoing program to “go green,” W.A.C. Lighting has introduced InvisiLED energy-saving display and accent lighting solutions using the latest LED technology. W.A.C. Lighting is a leading manufacturer of track, recessed, undercabinet, decorative and monorail lighting. Ideal for both new construction and retrofit projects, InvisiLED Tape Lights perform effectively for a broad range of applications including cove lighting, under counters and bars, toe kick spaces, display windows, refrigerated cases, trade show booths and architectural accents. The energy-efficient LED tape delivers a crisp, quality light while only using 2 watts per foot. It has a...

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.—Cheyenne Mountain Resort has become an official Partner Member of the Green Hotels Association, solidifying the resort’s commitment to protecting the environment through a multi-faceted, resort-wide program of water- and energy-saving and waste-reducing practices and other eco-friendly actions. “At Cheyenne Mountain Resort, we have been steadily reducing our impact on the environment by adopting such practices as buying local and organic produce, switching to energy-efficient lighting, using environmentally friendly paints and implementing cost-effective towel and linen reuse options for multiple-night guests,” said Laura Neumann, the resort’s vice president and general manager. “Now we are cementing our commitment to...

ATLANTA—Servidyne, Inc., a building performance efficiency and real estate company, announced that the number of its customers’ commercial buildings that have successfully achieved Energy Star Labels recently surpassed 200, ranking Servidyne among the industry’s leading third-party service providers. Energy Star is an energy performance rating system of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. This program has measured and rated more than 62,000 commercial buildings since its inception in 1992. “We are certainly proud of earning this distinction, as we continue to provide our customers with the expert guidance that enables their facilities to be recognized...

CARLISLE, PA.—Carlisle SynTec, a leading manufacturer of single-ply roofing materials, recently introduced Roof$ense, a Web-based lifecycle analysis program that enables building owners to calculate the potential energy savings that can be realized from an energy efficient roof design for the next 10, 20 or 30 years. Available free of charge through Carlisle Manufacturer’s representatives, Roof$ense reports can be generated in minutes, quickly demonstrating how building owners can potentially save thousands in energy and maintenance costs while improving the overall efficiency of their properties. Roof$ense is designed to provide a simple, efficient and accurate assessment of a building’s projected energy costs based...