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July 21, 2008
Johnson Controls re-launches Web-based green building toolJohnson Controls re-launched its Web-based green building tool, Green Compass, which takes an organization through the necessary steps to greening a building and if desired, getting LEED …
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July 21, 2008
Johnson Controls Recognized for Commitment to Corporate ResponsibilityIncluded on FTSE4Good Index Series for Fifth Consecutive Year
(CSRwire) MILWAUKEE,WI. - July 21, 2008 - Johnson Controls, a Fortune 100 company that creates smart environments for vehicles, homes …
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July 10, 2008
JohnsonDiversey reformulates leading floor care line to meet new environmental standardsAction taken two and half years ahead of California Air Resources Board deadline
STURTEVANT, Wis. - [July 10, 2008] - JohnsonDiversey, a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, …
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July 8, 2008
Owens Corning Leads in Continuous Process Innovation to Maximize Energy and Material EfficiencyOnly Nine Percent of Energy Used in Production Today Compared to 50 Years Ago
Owens Corning Uses More Than 1 Billion Pounds of Recycled Glass Each Year
55 Percent Less Raw Materials To Produce …
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July 7, 2008
DUTCH GOVERNMENT AND PHILIPS SIGN PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAAmsterdam, The Netherlands Today Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) signed a public private partnership agreement with the Dutch Government, which will see the development of a new generation of …
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July 7, 2008
Owens Corning Installing Solar System at Gresham, Ore. Foam Insulation FacilityOwens Corning announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Sun Edison LLC to provide solar-generated energy through the installation and operation of a 206 kilowatt solar photovoltaic …
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June 30, 2008
Owens Corning Reports Sustainability ProgressOwens Corning today released its 2007 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company's commitment to operating its business with three balanced outcomes of economic growth, environmental …
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June 26, 2008
Owens Corning Partners with Environmental Defense Fund and PHH Arval to Reduce Emissions of Vehicle FleetExpects to Improve Vehicle Fleet MPG by 18 Percent
Owens Corning, a world leader in building materials systems and glass fiber reinforcements, announced today that it has begun to systematically …
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June 25, 2008
The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Awards Owens Corning Masonry Products Prestigious GREENGUARD CertificationsRigorous Indoor Air Quality Certifications Augment Other Green Advances in Products, Processes and Resource Consumption
SAN FRANCISCO, June 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The GREENGUARD …
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June 4, 2008
Milliken & Company Named to 2008 World's Most Ethical Companies ListSpartanburg, South Carolina (June 4, 2008) - The Ethisphere Institute, named Milliken & Company to Ethispheres second-annual Worlds Most Ethical Companies for the second year. The international …
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May 27, 2008
ProSpeed® from JohnsonDiversey simplifies floor careJohnsonDiversey introduces ProSpeed®, a new floor-finish applicator system that out performs traditional flat-mop and mop-and-bucket application methods. ProSpeed's unique ergonomic design and …
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May 22, 2008
Owens Corning Pursuing LEED Certification of Gresham Ore. Foam InsulationOwens Corning today announced that it has registered with the U.S. Green Building Council to pursue a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design New Construction certification for its Gresham …
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May 15, 2008
Owens Corning Named a Partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power PartnershipOwens Corning today announced that it has been named a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership, a voluntary program that encourages organizations to buy green power …
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May 13, 2008
Owens Corning Announces Business-Building Sustainability Partnerships at NAHB Green Building ShowOwens Corning, a leader in building science for nearly 70 years, announced it has become a sponsor of LBM Journal's Certified Green Dealer™ program and renewed its sponsorship with Masco Home …
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May 13, 2008
Milliken Receives Manufacturing Excellence Award(Spartanburg, SC – May 13, 2008) The Silver Crescent Foundation and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership presented Milliken & Company ( www.sustainablecarpet.com) with the state’s …
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May 8, 2008
Milliken donation makes CARE conference carbon neutral for third year(Dalton, Georgia – May 7, 2008) - Carpet America Recovery EffortSM (CARE), an initiative to reduce carpet waste to landfills, announces that Milliken & Company, an international textile and chemical …
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May 2, 2008
Leaders Met to Map the Green Frontier for the facility care industryMore than 250 industry leaders came together today at the Sustainable Facility Care Forum, a one-day plenary event designed to give members of the facility cleaning and managementindustry as well as …
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April 23, 2008
Johnson Controls-Saft and Maxwell Technologies to collaborate in development of more effective, more energy efficient electrodes for lithium-ion hybrid batteriesJohnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions and Maxwell Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXWL) today announced a development collaboration through which Maxwell will produce lithium-ion battery …
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April 23, 2008
Milliken and Spartanburg CountyMilliken & Company, long known for its environmental accomplishments and proven respect for the earth, is teaming up with Spartanburg County to harvest methane gas from the County Landfill in …
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April 22, 2008
Color Your Home Green This Earth DayWith warm weather just around the corner, Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), wants to remind homeowners this Earth Day that insulation isn't just for keeping homes warm in winter. Insulation also keeps homes …
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April 14, 2008
Second annual Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator taps into executive decision makersWith everyone talking about skyrocketing energy costs and the environment, executives are continuing to focus on energy efficiency investments, according to new research commissioned by Johnson …
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March 29, 2008
Forum of Leading Experts Will Chart Course for Sustainable Facility Care: Premiere event aims to cut through the green hype in facility careSTURTEVANT, Wis. [March 29, 2008] -- A unique forum will bring together leaders in the facility-care industry to chart a course through the green hype and develop practical approaches to sustainable …
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March 27, 2008
Owens Corning Innovates New Technology for Foam Insulating SystemsNew Blowing Agent Technology Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by More Than 70 Percent with Zero Ozone Depletion
TOLEDO, Ohio, March 27 -- Owens Corning, a world leader in building materials …
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March 27, 2008
Philips to establish a manufacturing joint venture for energy-saving light bulbs in Southern Africa- Production facility will accelerate the uptake of energy-efficient lighting bulbs
- Production facility will fuel economic growth in Southern Africa
Amsterdam, The Netherlands Royal …
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February 18, 2008
PHILIPS INCREASES SALES OF GREEN PRODUCTS BY ONE THIRD TO EUR 5.3 BILLION IN 2007Significant increase in Green Product sales carried across all three Philips sectors
Increase supports Philips' EcoVision4 program which aims to double sales from Green Products by 2012
Philips' …
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January 30, 2008
Johnson Controls Unveils 'Earth-Friendly' Automotive Headliner - Comprised of 50 Percent Plant-Based Material - at Detroit Auto ShowJohnson Controls is committed to sustainability and creating "environmentally friendly" automotive products, as reflected in the new Ecobond headliner that is in the final stages of development at …
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January 21, 2008
Johnson Controls technology at AHR Expo 2008 designed to create smart environmentsJohnson Controls, Inc., the global, diversified multi-industrial company, will showcase a comprehensive line of residential and commercial building management systems and equipment to create smart …
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January 17, 2008
York signs energy saving performance contract with Johnson ControlsJohnson Controls, the global leader in creating smart environments, has entered into a performance contract with the City of York, Pa., to upgrade the lighting and air quality in various municipal …
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January 15, 2008
Johnson Controls-Saft to supply lithium-ion batteries for SAIC Motor Corporation Ltd.Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions has been selected by SAIC Motor Corporation Ltd. to supply lithium-ion batteries for its demonstration fleet of new energy vehicles. The demonstration …
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January 13, 2008
Johnson Controls Partners With Its Customers to Recycle Batteries Around the WorldJohnson Controls continues to work with its customers around the world to enhance the global infrastructure of automotive battery recycling.
The world leader in lead-acid battery production and …
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January 10, 2008
Making sustainability top-of-mind improves Johnson Controls' bottom lineJohnson Controls, a Fortune 70 company that creates smart environments for vehicles, homes and workplaces, today announced the release of the company's 2007 Business and Sustainability report. The …
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January 7, 2008
Milliken Modular wins Top 20 Spot(LaGrange, Georgia – January 7, 2008) - International Gaming & Wagering Business magazine has recognized Milliken modular carpet with cushion backing as one of the top 20 International Gaming …
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December 5, 2007
Johnson Controls, Inc. Sets Aggressive Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction GoalJohnson Controls, Inc., the global, multi-industrial leader in creating smart environments, has pledged to reduce its total U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity per dollar of revenue by 30 …
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December 4, 2007
Johnson Controls demonstrates leadership in lead recyclingThe world leader in lead-acid battery production and recycling, Johnson Controls recognized decades ago the environmental and business benefits of automotive battery recycling. The company led …
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November 20, 2007
Milliken Receives Partnership Award from Georgia Forestry Commission(LaGrange, Georgia – November 20, 2007) Milliken & Company received the first Special Partnership Award from the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to …
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November 15, 2007
Owens Corning is First to Wrap Fiberglass Pipe Insulation with Paper-Free FacingOwens Corning (NYSE: OC) today introduced the industry's first paper-free all service jacket (ASJ) for fiberglass pipe insulation with the launch of FIBERGLAS Pipe Insulation with Evolution …
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November 9, 2007
Emissions Trial Standard Announced-Milliken Carbon Negative Status CertifiedLeonardo Academy, respected for its work on sustainable buildings and climate change, announced the Draft American National Standard for Trial Use LEO-500-2001 to support clear communication about …
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November 7, 2007
All Milliken Modular Certified to Unified Green Standard(Chicago, Illinois - November 7, 2007) — Architects, designers and end users will now have a single standard to identify carpets that have a reduced environmental impact. The first multi-attribute …
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November 7, 2007
New JohnsonDiversey distribution center earns LEED Gold, becomes largest LEED-certified building of its kindThe new JohnsonDiversey distribution center has earned one of the highest ratings for environmental leadership in the United States. At more than 550,000 square feet or 11 football fields of floor …
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November 6, 2007
Milliken Again Among Top Ten Most Trusted Brands In China(LaGrange, GA – November 6, 2007) - Milliken Floor Covering was named one of the ten most trusted brands in China at the annual conference of the Premier Design Association in China (CIID) for the …
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November 5, 2007
Under-insulated American homes cause three million blimps-worth of CO2 emissions each year, every yearWant to save money, save energy and save the planet? Head to the attic. With oil prices flirting with $100 a barrel, the 60 million American homes that are estimated to have under-insulated attics …
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October 25, 2007
Experts address link between cleaning product use, indoor air quality and asthmaSpeaking at IFMA’s World Workplace, experts from JohnsonDiversey and GREENGUARD Environmental Institute today addressed a growing body of data that suggests there could be a link between cleaning …
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October 24, 2007
JohnsonDiversey Steps Up to Assist Schools Fighting MRSAJohnsonDiversey today increased production of its most
effective line of disinfectants for schools and advised school officials to fight infections in schools with the same strategies used in …
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October 18, 2007
Milliken-made material a critical component in Car of TomorrowIt won't be long before the Car of Tomorrow is a permanent and exclusive fixture in Nextel Cup competition. And a little piece of Spartanburg will be in every Car of Tomorrow.
Milliken & Co. …
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October 12, 2007
Owens Corning Facilities Earn Government Recognition for Health and Safety ExcellenceOwens Corning (NYSE: OC), a world leader in building materials systems and glass fiber composites, today announced that its manufacturing facilities in Portland, Ore., and Brookville, Ind., have been …
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September 30, 2007
Johnson Controls Launches New Brand on Comfort, Safety and SustainabilityJohnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI), the global, multi-industrial leader in creating smart environments, today launched a new brand communications platform and refreshed corporate identity. The …
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September 25, 2007
PHILIPS SETS TARGET TO DOUBLE SALES FROM GREEN PRODUCTS TO 30% OF TOTAL REVENUES WITHIN FIVE YEARSPhilips launches fourth EcoVision program, further increasing energy efficiency of products and operations Philips CEO Gerard Kleisterlee: every one of us should contribute to saving our planet …
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September 21, 2007
New JohnsonDiversey distribution center earns NAIOP's Green Development AwardThe National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) this week awarded JohnsonDiversey and Liberty Property Trust, the property developer, their prestigious Green Development Award …
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September 12, 2007
JohnsonDiversey Consulting raises the standard of food safety in China's hotelsJohnsonDiversey, a leading global provider of cleaning
and food safety solutions, today announced the successful implementation of two innovative food
safety management systems in leading Chinese …
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September 7, 2007
Philips Global Sector Leader in SustainabilityPhilips announced today that it has improved its sustainability performance in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes for the fourth consecutive year, showing that the company continues to capitalize …
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August 27, 2007
Millken Introduces Energy Conservation InitiativeMilliken & Company, a carbon negative manufacturer, launches an Energy Conservation Initiative on Friday, August 24, focused on four action areas—People, Alternative Sources, Innovation and Green …
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July 31, 2007
Kohler Class Five Toilet Earns Best New Product Award from the National Society of Professional EngineersKohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath design and technology, announces that its KOHLER® Cimarron Comfort Height™ toilet with Class Five™ flushing technology has earned the distinguished New …
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June 28, 2007
Owens Corning Launches Commercial Energy Calculator to Improve the Efficiency of Commercial Metal BuildingsLeading building materials
manufacturer Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today introduced the Owens Corning Commercial Energy Calculator, a simple way to demonstrate how improving the performance of the …
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May 29, 2007
JohnsonDiversey Reports Reduced Environmental Impact Through Packaging InnovationsJohnsonDiversey Inc., a leading provider of professional cleaning and hygiene products and systems, has substantially reduced the environmental impact of its products through …
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May 23, 2007
USG Corporation Registers New Headquarters Office as LEED for Commercial Interiors SpaceUSG Corporation (NYSE: USG) today announced that it has registered its new headquarters, 550 W. Adams St., as LEED for Commercials Interiors (CI) registered space, the U.S. Green Building Council’s …
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May 23, 2007
Philips Unveils City.People.Light Concepts for Sustainable Cities and Response to Climate ChangeRoyal Philips Electronics(NYSE:PHG,AEX:PHI) today unveiled the results of its city.people.light2007 research, carried out with leading architects, lighting designers and urban planners. The findings …
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May 17, 2007
New Research Shows Businesses Investing in Energy Efficiency Measures to Combat Rising Energy Costs: Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator sets Benchmark for Changing LandscapeResults from a first-time survey of North American business leaders indicate they expect energy prices to continue to rise, and plan to invest in energy efficiency measures to help fight rising …
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May 8, 2007
Milliken Donation Makes 2007 CARE Conference Carbon NeutralCarpet America Recovery EffortSM (CARE), an initiative to reduce carpet waste to landfills, announces that Milliken & Company, an international textile and chemical manufacturer headquartered in …
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May 1, 2007
Kohler Co. Announces Eight Toilers to beat EPA's New WaterSense LabelOn the heels of celebrating Earth Day in April and moving forward into the inevitable summer drought months, consumers are sure to be inundated with messages about ways to reduce water use in their …
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April 20, 2007
Johnson Controls Presents the York Hybrid Comfort SystemNORMAN, OKLA. – Johnson Controls extends its commitment of design and innovation with its York® Hybrid Comfort System, offering additional savings and greater energy efficiency options.
The York …
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April 19, 2007
Racine First U.S. Community to Commit to Green CleaningRACINE, Wis. – The City and County of Racine today became the first community in the nation to embrace an effective, cost-efficient, community-wide green cleaning campaign. Called “Green Racine,” …
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April 13, 2007
Johnson Controls GRI Matrix and Annual Business and Sustainability Report provide comprehensive account of sustainable business practicesJohnson Controls, a Fortune 100 company that creates smart environments for vehicles, homes and workplaces, recently launched two reports that detail its business and sustainability performance. A …
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April 11, 2007
Milliken & Company Receives Best Recycling AwardMilliken & Company has been presented with the Business Recycling Program Award for its extensive and comprehensive recycling initiatives. The award was presented by the Carolina Recycling …
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April 2, 2007
Johnson Controls Releases Online Sustainability ReportMILWAUKEE (April 2, 2007) - Johnson Controls, a Fortune 100 company that creates smart environments for vehicles, homes and workplaces, has released its 2006 Web-based sustainability report.
The …
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March 21, 2007
Owens Corning Recognized for Commitment to Environment in MexicoOwens Corning (NYSE:OC)recently received a Clean Industry Certification for its operations in Mexico. The Clean Industry Certification is a distinction awarded to participants of a volunteer …
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March 1, 2007
European Lamp Industry Commits to a Government Shift to Energy Efficient Lighting in the HomeThe European Lamp Companies Federation (ELC) today announced the first-ever joint industry commitment to support a government shift to more efficient lighting products for the home. The commitment …
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March 1, 2007
Gov. Schwarzenegger Congratulates USG Corporation for Expanding Business Operations in CaliforniaGov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif., issued the text of the following speech:
GOVERNOR: Hello. Good morning, everybody. Very nice. Thank you for being here today. As you know, I just got back …
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February 26, 2007
USG Corporation Announces Two West Coast Growth InitiativesUSG Corporation (NYSE: USG) today announced two important growth initiatives to expand its presence in the Western United States. The company's United States Gypsum Company subsidiary plans to build …
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February 23, 2007
Johnson Controls Executive Promotes Hybrid Battery Technology at White HouseA Johnson Controls executive met with President George W. Bush and administration officials at the White House today as part of a discussion about alternative fuel vehicles.
Alex Molinaroli, …
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February 19, 2007
Philips' Green Products Achieve Sales of Over Eur 4 BillionOn the occasion of publishing the Philips Sustainability Report 2006, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHI) said that sales of its Green Products rose to more than EUR 4 billion in 2006. This …
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February 14, 2007
USG Corporation first Building Materials Manufacturer in the U.S. to join California Climate RegistryUSG Corporation has joined the California Climate Action Registry (Registry), a distinguished group of organizations demonstrating leadership by voluntarily taking action on climate change. USG …
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February 7, 2007
USG Introduces Sheetrock Brand Mold Tough Gypsum PanelsWhether it’s a basement, bathroom or any other commercial or residential environment with incidental or intermittent moisture exposure, construction professionals and homeowners alike have a new …
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January 24, 2007
Owens Corning Headquarters Earns Prestigious Silver LEED-EB CertificationThe world headquarters of Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has joined just 36 other buildings in the United States to earn the prestigious Silver Certification under the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) …
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December 18, 2006
Owens Corning Names Gale Tedhams Director of SustainabilityOwens Corning (NYSE: OC) recently named Gale Tedhams as its new director of sustainability. She will report to Frank O'Brien-Bernini, vice president of Science and Technology and Corporate …
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November 27, 2006
Johnson Controls Encourages Student Creativity about Energy ConservationUnited States and Canadian students in kindergarten through 12th grade are being called on by the Igniting Creative Energy Challenge to put on their thinking caps and come up with creative ways to …
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November 21, 2006
Owens Corning Earns EPA SmartWay(SM) Excellence AwardOwens Corning (NYSE: OC) has been selected as one of 24 recipients of the Environmental Protection Agency's 2006 SmartWay Excellence Award. The award recognizes accomplishments and leadership in the …
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November 16, 2006
USG Launches Formaldahyde-free and Low VOC Ceiling Panels witih Antimicrobial ProtectionUSG Corporation (NYSE: USG) announced today that with its newly reformulated ceiling panels, it is the first manufacturer to offer formaldehyde-free ceiling panels and the highest level of …
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November 16, 2006
USG Launches www.sustainableceilings.comUSG has also launched a new Web site, www.sustainableceilings.com, to further educate the building community about sustainability. The easy-to-navigate site includes information on products and …
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November 14, 2006
Johnson Controls Launches Web-based Employee Sustainability Education ProgramJohnson Controls has launched the Web-based version of its Sustainable Energy Education & Communications (SEEC) employee training and communications program.
The Web-based version of SEEC, which …
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November 14, 2006
Johnson Controls Unveils Sustainability Solutions Navigator at Greenbuild 2006Johnson Controls, Inc., the global leader in building efficiency, is launching Sustainability Navigator, the latest version of its Solutions Navigator™ planning tool, to thousands of green building …
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November 1, 2006
Philips Lighting Recognized by EPA for First-Ever Company-Wide Waste Minimization EffortsPhilips Lighting Company, the U.S.-based lighting company affiliated with Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), today was recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as the …
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October 25, 2006
New Joint Compound Produces 'Heavy Dust" for Less Mess and Faster Clean UpWith every home renovation or new construction project, whether done by a professional or a weekend do-it-yourselfer (DIYer), comes the inevitable mess from drywall sanding. Now there’s an innovative …
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September 28, 2006
Owens Corning Ranks among Top 100 Most Innovative Companies on InformationWeek 500 ListOwens Corning is ranked as one of the 100 most innovative companies in the field of business technology by InformationWeek in their annual InformationWeek 500 report.
"We are honored to be …
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September 12, 2006
Milliken Donation Offsets Greenbuild CO2 EmissionsInternational textile and chemical manufacturer Milliken & Company, a platinum sponsor of the 2006 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, is donating more than 13 million carbon credits to …
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August 15, 2006
Milliken Sponsors USGBC Chapter Awards at Greenbuild 2006All green building is local and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is giving its chapters the chance to share their local success stories with the world. The award program, sponsored by …
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August 8, 2006
USG is First Building Materials Manufacturer to Provide Gypsum & Ceiling Panel Recycling OptionsUSG Corporation (NYSE: USG) announced today that its gypsum recycling program partner, Gypsum Recycling America, LLC (GRA), has begun collecting new gypsum wallboard scrap, which will be recycled and …
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July 12, 2006
ACC Confers Fourth Leadership Award to MillikenThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) presented its Responsible Care® Leadership Award to Milliken Chemical, a division of Milliken & Company, for the fourth time and third year in a row in the small …
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July 11, 2006
USG Helps Launch Responsible Solutions to Mold CoalitionThrough a grant from USG Corporation, The Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition (RSMC) was launched this year at the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show in Orlando. …
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June 20, 2006
Sen. Hillary Clinton, Beijing Official among Those Recognized for Energy LeadershipSen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D.-N.Y.; Pennsylvania Gov. Edward Rendell; and the leader of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Industrial Development will be honored for their efforts to promote energy …
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May 8, 2006
Milliken's PVC-Free Decision Removed 800 million pounds from ProductionA decision made by Milliken Floor Covering 20 years ago has proven to be a winner today amid rising concerns about the environment and public health. Milliken introduced PVC-free carpet in 1986, an …
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May 3, 2006
United States Gypsum Company Facility RecognizedUnited States Gypsum Company’s Alabaster, Mich., quarry near Tawas City recently received Habitat Program Recertification from the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC). The quarry operation qualified for …
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April 27, 2006
Johnson Controls Named to Business Ethics Magazine’s list ofBusiness Ethics Magazine announced today that Johnson Controls has been included for the first time on its list of “100 Best Corporate Citizens.” The list appears in the Spring 2006 issue published …
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April 24, 2006
Philips announces reduction in mercury content of its CFL lamps to record Industry lows.Royal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) – has announced a reduction in the mercury content of its CFL lamps to record industry lows. The high performance of these lamps in terms of light …
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April 24, 2006
Johnson Controls to Improve Operating Costs, Reduce Greenhouse GasesHalifax Regional Municipality in Nova Scotia has signed a performance contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. to reduce operating costs and greenhouse gases at its Metro Transit building. As the first …
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April 20, 2006
Owens Corning Celebrates Earth Day With the Pink Panther's Promotion and a New Blog About Energy EfficiencyOwens Corning CEO Dave Brown likes his title, but doesn't mind sharing it for a good cause. In celebration of Earth Day, Owens Corning (OTC: OWENQ) (BULLETIN BOARD: OWENQ) is honoring longtime …
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April 12, 2006
Johnson Controls Helps Lancaster, S.C., Upgrade Water Meter SystemsThe City of Lancaster, South Carolina, recently awarded Johnson Controls, Inc. a $3.1 million performance contract that pays for the program through increased billable water usage, energy savings and …
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April 5, 2006
Johnson Controls Receives EPA’s Clean Air Excellence AwardThe United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced it will honor Johnson Controls for outstanding efforts to protect the earth's air. The award will be presented April 5th at a …
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March 21, 2006
The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Gives PINK Insulation an A+The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute announced today that Owens Corning (OTC: OWENQ) (BULLETIN BOARD: OWENQ) is the first insulation manufacturer to qualify for their stringent new GREENGUARD …
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March 6, 2006
Philips launches 2005 Sustainability Report, showing major achievements and creating value in sustainabilityIn its annual sustainability report published today, Philips shows positive results from its focus on key global environmental challenges and innovations for emerging markets. Chief among these were …
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February 28, 2006
Owens Corning Announces Breakthrough Single-end Roving for Wind EnergyOwens Corning (OWENQ.OB) announced at the European Wind Energy Conference and Exhibition in Athens, Greece, a breakthrough single-end roving and knitted fabric, WindStrand™, which will allow the wind …
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February 20, 2006
President Bush Tours Johnson Controls, Delivers Major Energy Policy AddressPresident George W. Bush today visited the headquarters of Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) to raise public awareness of the need for America’s energy independence and to highlight some of the …
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February 7, 2006
Milliken Shares Passion with Trees for All InitiativeMilliken & Company, an international carbon negative manufacturer, has demonstrated its passion for stewardship for more than a century. In honor of Georgia’s Arbor Day on February 17, its …
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January 23, 2006
Johnson Controls Metasys® System Now Offers Broad and Flexible Wireless SolutionsThe Metasys® building management system from Johnson Controls, Inc. now provides a comprehensive and scalable solution that allows wireless capabilities to be incorporated either throughout an entire …
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January 23, 2006
Johnson Controls Metasys® System Now Features BACnet Field ControllersJohnson Controls, Inc., the global leader in facility management and control, has expanded the open architecture of its Metasys® building management system with a family of BACnet® compatible field …
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January 11, 2006
It All Adds Up: Owens Corning Designs Tool to Aid Builders with Energy Policy Act and Improve the Energy Efficiency of Their ProjectsLeading building materials manufacturer Owens Corning introduced the Owens Corning Builder Energy Solutions Calculator at the International Builders Show today. The new software not only provides the …
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January 11, 2006
Owens Corning Enhances RAFT-R-MATE® Attic Rafter VentsLeading building materials manufacturer Owens Corning today announced an enhanced version of its attic rafter vent, RAFT-R-MATE®, which allows air to flow from soffit vents to the attic. The improved …
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December 13, 2005
Forbo Introduces New Marmoleum Global 2 Collection with Innovative Topshield FinishHazleton, PA - December 13, 2004 - Forbo has been making natural linoleum floor covering for over a century. Forbo is now introducing the most complete linoleum collection to date: Marmoleum global …
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November 11, 2005
Johnson Controls Launches Leedspeed™ SoftwareAs the number of businesses and organizations interested in sustainable green buildings increases, Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) has developed software intended to simplify building …
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November 8, 2005
Bio-Based TractionBack™ Reduces Environmental FootprintMilliken Carpet announces the introduction of bio-based TractionBack™ on contract and residential tile products. Building on the success of the award-winning technology launched in 2004, the rapidly …
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November 1, 2005
Philips launches world’s first fluorescent lamp starter, free of radioactivity and leadRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) has announced the removal of all radioactivity and lead from its fluorescent lamp starters. The company is the first manufacturer in the world to offer …
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September 19, 2005
JohnsonDiversey qualifies for AISEJohnsonDiversey, the leading European provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions for the professional market, has recently passed an independent check of its sustainability profile, conducted by …
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August 15, 2005
Forbo’s Environmental StoryHazleton, PA - August 15, 2005 - Forbo Flooring is committed to protecting the environment and investing in a sustainable future by recycling as much as possible and designing our processes so there …
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August 11, 2005
City Methane Harvest Yields Cleaner and Greener Energy for Milliken CarpetInitially Milliken will replace 30 percent of its natural gas consumption with this alternative energy source.
"Methane burns cleaner and greener," said David Beard, Milliken’s Director of Energy …
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August 3, 2005
JohnsonDiversey Supports New York City and State Green Cleaning EffortsJohnsonDiversey Inc. today applauded New York City and the State of New York for setting a strong standard for green cleaning in schools and other public buildings.
“New Yorkers are showing …
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June 10, 2005
USEA and Johnson Controls to Recognize Leaders for Promoting Energy Efficiency Seven awards given in conjunction with 16th annual Energy Efficiency ForumWASHINGTON, D.C. - Seven individuals will receive Energy Leadership Awards at the 16th annual Energy Efficiency Forum for their roles in promoting energy efficiency. The theme of this year’s Forum is …
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May 31, 2005
Healthy High Performance Cleaning Program Honored by Wisconsin Environmental GroupJohnsonDiversey was one of nine companies that received the 2005 Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Award by the Wisconsin Environmental Working Group® (WEWG), an affiliate of Wisconsin …
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April 20, 2005
Milliken Carpet & LEED™Milliken & Company was a founding member of the U.S. Green Building Council, the leading organization representing the entire industry on environmental building matters and developed the LEED™ …
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April 20, 2005
Milliken Carpet Green InnovationsTractionBack™, a patented high friction coating applied to carpet backing, from in-house Milliken Research enables glue-free installation, thus eliminating VOCs associated with adhesives, primers and …
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April 20, 2005
Milliken Modular Means GreenMilliken Carpet, the leader in cushion backed commercial carpet, manufactures environmentally sensitive modular carpet collections including Theory, Way and Simply for commercial, education, …
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April 15, 2005
Customers Increase Green Knowledge: Green Backing Means More than RecyclingAn internal survey of customer inquiries indicates a marketplace more versed in sustainable terminology with concerns extending beyond recycling, according to Milliken Carpet.
"While our practices …
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April 14, 2005
PVC Free Milliken Equals 757 Million Pound Green Gain(LaGrange, Georgia) Milliken Carpet celebrates 19 years as a PVC free pioneer. The early elimination of PVC from Milliken’s manufacturing represents a green gain of more than 757 million pounds of …
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April 12, 2005
Philips Lighting Company Introduces Lowest Energy-Consuming Four-Foot T8 System on the Market25-Watt ALTO® Energy Advantage T8 System Reduces Operating Costs and Environmental Impact of Buildings
SOMERSET, N.J. - Philips Lighting Company, the U.S.-based lighting company affiliated with …
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March 15, 2005
Philips Lighting Company Makes Sustainable Lighting Design Easier With Online Sustainable Lighting Index CalculatorCalculator Helps Facility Managers Choose Lamps with Less Mercury, Longer Life and Greater Lumen Output
SOMERSET, N.J. - Philips Lighting Company, the U.S.-based lighting company affiliated with …
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March 14, 2005
Owens Corning Fiber Glass Certified as Industry’s Highest Level of Recycled ContentRecycled Content Level Exceeds Certified Competitors
ATLANTA - At the NAHB Green Building Conference at Atlanta, Owens Corning today announced that its line of fiber glass insulation products has …
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March 10, 2005
Milliken Reduces Waste MillionfoldWith two programs Milliken Carpet has reduced its use of paper and cardboard by more than 34 million pounds.
Milliken & Company launched an expansive environmental program in 1960 and adopted a …
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March 10, 2005
Millions of Viewers See PINK* Each Week"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Design Producers Choose Owens Corning as Preferred Provider of Key Building Materials, Including the Company’s Trademarked PINK Insulation
TOLEDO, OHIO - The …
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March 10, 2005
Owens Corning Announces $30 Million Expansion at Jackson, Tenn., Glass PlantTOLEDO, Ohio, - Owens Corning today announced the company will undertake a $30 million upgrade of its Jackson, Tenn., facility to significantly increase glass fiber capacity. The expansion of the …
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February 1, 2005
Earth Square™ UpdateAfter more than a decade Earth Square™ from Milliken Carpet remains the only renewable commercial carpet program. The closed loop recovery process super-cleans, re-textures and rejuvenates used …
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January 15, 2005
Milliken Sets Benchmark with Five Years of Zero WasteMilliken Carpet met a remarkable goal in 1999 when it achieved zero waste diversion to landfill. That zero winning streak now spans five years with repeats in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.
"We …
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January 13, 2005
PINK is Green: Owens Corning Teams Up to Ensure Sustainable FutureOrlando, Fla., January 13, 2005 - Leading building materials manufacturer, Owens Corning (OTC: OWENQ) has accepted an invitation to join the Alliance for Sustainable Built Environments (the …
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January 3, 2005
MTS Approves Unified Sustainable Textile Standard© 2.0 for Carpet, Fabric & ApparelWash., DC - The Institute for Market Transformation to Sustainability (MTS) announces its unanimous approval of the Consensus Unified Sustainable Textile Standard© 2.0: …
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January 1, 2005
What Sets Philips Apart: SUSTAINABILITYRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is in the unique position to link its brand heritage to the challenge of improving the quality of peoples??? lives. This is what Philips has done since …
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November 16, 2004
PACE Floor Cleaning System Lets Housekeepers “Kick the Bucket”Using the science of microfiber materials, JohnsonDiversey Inc. has developed a hygienic cleaning system that cuts floor care time in half while improving ease-of-use and safety.
The new …
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October 2, 2004
Owens Corning to Dedicate Habitat for Humanity HomeTOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 22, 2004 Owens Corning and Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity will dedicate a new home in Toledo on Saturday, Oct. 23, at 10 a.m.
Community officials and Owens Corning employees …
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October 1, 2004
Milliken Carpet No Carpet to Landfill Pledge Reuse and Recycling ProcessMilliken Carpet offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive and highly sustainable carpet recovery programs. We stand behind our promise that NONE of the carpet in your facility ends in a …
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September 24, 2004
Milliken Earns Cleaner and GreenerLeonardo Academy’s Cleaner and Greener Program (sm) announces that Milliken & Company with more than a century of sustainable stewardship meets its stringent standards of certification. A certified …
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February 3, 2003
Forbo Introduces New Project Vinyl Flooring CollectionHazleton, PA - February 3, 2003 - Forbo Linoleum, Inc. is expanding its product offering to include an extremely versatile Project Vinyl collection, providing the perfect solution for a broad range …
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December 9, 2002
Forbo Linoleum Introduces New Artoleum Flooring Collection!Hazleton, PA - December 9, 2002 - Being world leader in linoleum creates expectations. Artoleum has always been unique in floor covering. Now Forbo Linoleum takes this even a step further. With the …
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