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Plug Power Announces Closing of Over-Allotment in Connection With Common Stock Offering LATHAM, N.Y., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) today announced that it has completed the sale of 1,000,000 additional shares of its common stock pursuant to the underwriters exercise of their over-allotment option in connection with the Company's recent common stock offering. The shares

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Verizon Foundation and Employee Donations to Aid Hurricane Katrina Victims Double in One DayMore Than $2.5 Million Already Raised NEW YORK, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- More than $2.5 million -- a total that has doubled just today -- has been raised by the Verizon Foundation and Verizon employees as part of a special disaster relief campaign.The Verizon Foundation is providing a 2-to-1 match for every

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Windswept Environmental Group, Inc. to Establish Baton Rouge Command Center BAY SHORE, N.Y., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Windswept Environmental Group, Inc. has established a Command Center in Baton Rouge Louisiana. The company has committed to a facility on six acres for one year with an option for a second year. The company is also securing leases for other facilities in order to house

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Travel Industry Job Bank to be Aimed at Helping Hurricane Katrina VictimsSite Launch Set for September 15 Among a Host of Industry Activities WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- The Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), in partnership with the Travel & Tourism Coalition and the Travel Business Roundtable, is offering free use of a job bank to help workers displaced by Hurricane Katrina

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American Red Cross Announces Family Linking Available Via www.redcross.org WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross, with support of the worldwide Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, is launching a Web site to help assist family members who are seeking news about loved ones living in the path of Hurricane Katrina. Visit the "Family Links Registry" via http://www.redcross.org/

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PSEG Pledges to Match $500,000 in Employee and Retiree Contributions for Hurricane Katrina Relief EffortsPublic Service Electric and Gas crews left New Jersey Wednesday to help restore power in the Gulf Region NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) today pledged to match employee and retiree contributions up to half a million dollars for Hurricane Katrina

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Want to Cut to Your Car's Gas Bill in Half? Honda's Natural Gas Powered Civic GX Lowers Consumers' Fuel Costs by 35% - 50%- Civic GX provides lower cost fuel alternative to gasoline vehicles- Abundant natural gas produces near zero emissions, reduces foreign energy dependence- Drivers benefit from HOV lane access and tax benefits TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- While drivers of gasoline

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Progress Energy Florida Will Use Conservation Program This Weekend ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- During the Labor Day weekend, Progress Energy Florida urges customers to conserve power, especially during the hottest hours of the day.(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020923/CHM008LOGO-c )Customers who participate in the Energy Management Program could

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US BioEnergy Announces Michigan Ethanol Plant Groundbreaking BROOKINGS, S.D., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- US BioEnergy Corporation ("US BioEnergy") announced today that they will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the US Bio Superior Corn ethanol plant near Lake Odessa, Mich. on September 15. A short program and groundbreaking ceremony will begin at the site at 10:30 a.m. and will be followed by a

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Safeway Launches Hurricane Relief in StoresSafeway Foundation Gives $100,000 to Red Cross as Company Raises Money in Stores and Sends 10,000 American Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Kits to the Gulf Coast PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The devastation of Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast has triggered the largest disaster relief effort in U.S. history. Throughout North

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Statement From Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member, House Committee on Homeland SecurityCongressman Applauds the President's Move to Finally Take Control of the Disaster Response WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a Statement from Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member, House Committee on Homeland Security:"I applaud the President for taking charge of the

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Ecoloclean Announces Pending Amendment to Pollutant Discharge Permit CRYSTAL CITY, Texas, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ecoloclean Industries, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ECCI) , announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, World Environmental Technologies, Inc. (WET), owns one of three existing State Wide Louisiana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits ever issued by the Louisiana

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Source for Information on Community Disaster Planning, Preparation FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural disasters can strike anywhere in the country. A flood, tornado, earthquake, wildfire, winter storm, or other extreme event can stagger a community large or small.Everyone watches in shock the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, and with growing concern over the continuing human

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Press Schedule of Mrs. Bush For Friday, September 2, 2005 Friday, September 2, 2005 12:20 MRS. BUSH visits those affected by Hurricane Katrina in Lafayette, Louisiana. CDT The Cajundome 444 Cajundome Blvd Lafayette, Louisiana OPEN PRESSNOTE: For credentialing or logistical questions, please call Amy Jones at 337-280-1986.CONTACT: White House

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UK WELCOMES EU MONEY TO SAVE GREAT APESLondon, 2 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (376/05)issued by the Government News Network on 2 September 2005A major EU contribution to UN efforts to save great apes in Africa andAsia has been welcomed by the United Kingdom, ahead of the world's firstintergovernmental meeting on great ape survival.UK

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William McDonough Environmental Architect, Design Expert Advances 'Next Industrial Revolution' in California Speeches September 7-9, 2005McDonough Opens Sierra Club National Convention September 9th in San FranciscoAlso Speaks at Three Los Angeles Area Venues SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Internationally acclaimed environmental architect/designer William McDonough -- champion of an earth

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Health Management Associates, Inc. Comments on Disruption Created by Hurricane Katrina NAPLES, Fla., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Health Management Associates, Inc. (NYSE:HMA) announced today that the 153-bed Biloxi Regional Medical Center, located in Biloxi, Mississippi, has remained open and operational throughout hurricane Katrina's landfall. The hospital sustained roof damage and broken

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PUBLIC CONSULTATION ON WILD BOAR ANNOUNCED London, 2 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (375/05)issued by the Government News Network on 2 September 2005People affected by, or interested in, wild boar are being encouraged to havetheir say about how the animals should be managed in England, BiodiversityMinister Jim Knight announced today.Mr Knight

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Syngenta Board Appointments BASEL, Switzerland, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Syngenta announced today that for health reasons, Heinz Imhof has decided to resign as Chairman of the Board.The Board has appointed Martin Taylor, currently Vice Chairman, as non-executive Chairman. Rupert Gasser has been appointed Vice Chairman.The Board would like to express its warmest thanks and appreciation to Heinz

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National Missing Persons Website LaunchedNational Institute for Urban Search and Rescue Launches Katrina Victim Location Website SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Urban Search and Rescue (NIUSR) has launched a web site aimed at facilitating the location of victims of Hurricane Katrina. The web site will present a consolidated source of information about

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U.S. Postal Service Establishes Temporary Locations for Social Security Check Distribution for Hurricane Katrina Victims WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service and the Social Security Administration have established temporary, alternative locations for the distribution of Social Security checks to Louisiana and Mississippi residents who are unable to receive regular mail

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Text of A Letter from President Bush to the Speaker of The House of Representatives WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a text of a letter from President Bush to the Speaker of the House of Representatives:Dear Mr. Speaker: As I informed the Nation yesterday, we are dealing with one of the worst natural disasters in our country's history. Residents of the Gulf Coast States

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James Lee Witt Associates Statement On IEM Disaster Plan WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- In May of 2004, IEM included James Lee Witt Associates, LLC in their proposal to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for developing a FEMA Catastrophic Plan for Southeast Louisiana and the New Madrid Seismic Zone.After the proposal was submitted to FEMA, James Lee Witt Associates was not approached

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Entergy Making Progress in Restoring Power; Despite Huge Challenge, 298,000 Customers Now Have Electricity Back NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Although enormous difficulties remain, Entergy (NYSE:ETR) is making steady progress in restoring power to Louisiana and Mississippi customers stricken by Hurricane Katrina. As of 4 p.m. CDT today, Entergy had the electricity back on to

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Workshop to Focus on NanoBiomaterials Derived from Lignocellulosics ATLANTA, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- This nation's forest resources play an important role in the economic, social, and environmental performance of the U.S. and represent one of the top five global forest reserves. Recent changes in national and international competitiveness of the forest products industry have challenged the

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Visa USA and Its Employees to Support Hurricane Katrina Relief EffortsCompany to Contribute $1 Million to Red Cross and Match Employee Donations SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa USA announced that it will donate $1 million directly to the American Red Cross to support its Hurricane Relief Fund. The funds will go to helping the victims and families of Hurricane Katrina in the

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Louisiana Governor Establishes Special Fund to Aid Victims Of Katrina BATON ROUGE, La., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world reacts to news of disaster wrought by Hurricane Katrina, the outpouring of sentiment and support is mounting from Americans to assist those in dire need."We have a monumental problem and must rely on the kind and generous acts of our fellow Americans", said Louisiana

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio To Simulcast NBC's 'A Concert For Hurricane Relief'Benefit To Air Live on Friday, September 2nd at 8pm ET NEW YORK, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) today announced it will broadcast NBC Universal Television Group's benefit "A Concert For Hurricane Relief" live on September 2nd at 8 pm ET.(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/

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Delta and Pine Land Contributes to Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief Efforts SCOTT, Miss., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Delta and Pine Land Company (NYSE:DLP) ("D&PL"), a leading commercial breeder, producer and marketer of cotton planting seed, today announced a commitment of up to $100,000 for disaster relief. The company has made initial commitments of $20,000 to the Salvation Army

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Calgon Carbon Announces Hurricane Impact PITTSBURGH, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Calgon Carbon Corporation (NYSE:CCC) announced today that its Pearl River Plant has been idle since Sunday, August 28, 2005 due to a mandatory evacuation order in advance of Hurricane Katrina. A preliminary inspection of the plant, conducted yesterday, indicated that the damage from the hurricane was limited,

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Flood Recovery Alert: Equipment Protection Action Steps HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The devastation that has resulted from Hurricane Katrina has caused, among other things, extraordinarily widespread and damaging floods. These floods have in many cases disabled vital equipment and systems that affect life safety and public health, and restoration of such machinery to operation is a

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American Express Company Contributes $1 Million to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts NEW YORK, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Express Company today announced that it will donate $1 million to the American Red Cross to support the relief efforts across Louisiana, Alabama, Florida and Mississippi to aid those affected by the devastating hurricane.An immediate donation of $500,000 will be

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Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) - US Certifies Potlatch's 319,000 Acres of Minnesota Forestland MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- National, regional and Minnesota conservation organizations today joined in celebrating certification of Potlatch Corporation's (NYSE:PCH) 319,000 acres of Minnesota forestland and its Bemidji sawmill as being in compliance with the rigorous environmental

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Wyeth Announces $1 Million Donation in Support of Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts MADISON, N.J., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Wyeth (NYSE:WYE) is providing a $1 million cash donation to relief agencies, including the American Red Cross and The Children's Health Fund, that are leading the way in assisting those living in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida who were affected by

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Tom Joyner, BlackAmericaWeb.com Establish Relief Fund for Families, Friends Assisting Hurricane Katrina Victims DALLAS, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Joyner, the top ranked nationally syndicated radio personality and entrepreneur, announced today the creation of the BlackAmericaWeb.com Relief Fund. The organization, formed in association with his online community BlackAmericaWeb.com, The Tom

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ZENON opens new regional office in San Diego CountyNew Oceanside location provides region with better access to ZENON's water purification products and services OCEANSIDE, CA, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ZENON Environmental Inc. (TSX: ZEN and ZEN.NV.A; OTC: ZNEVF and ZNEAF), the global leader in membrane based water and wastewater treatment, is opening its first United States office in San

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Monroe(R) 'Count Shockula' Promotion Marks Early Start to Halloween at Auto Service LocationsMonroe Offering Cash-Back Rebate to Consumers Who Replace Worn Shocks and Struts with Qualifying Units in September and October MONROE, Mich., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The fall automotive maintenance season officially begins September 1 at thousands of North American service locations thanks to

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Danaher Announces Completion of Leica Microsystems Acquisition WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE:DHR) announced today that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Leica Microsystems AG from LM Investments S.a.r.l. Leica Microsystems is a leading global designer and producer of innovative high- precision imaging systems used in life science

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Mirant Reaffirms Decision to Temporarily Shutdown its Potomac River Generating Station- Public Health Concerns Cited as the Most Important Factor- Situation Requires Cooperation of All Parties ATLANTA, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mirant (Pink Sheets: MIRKQ) today reaffirmed its decision to temporarily shutdown the Potomac River Generating Station as an action designed to respect both public

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Emergency Contact Information for Procter & Gamble Employees in New OrleansP&G (NYSE:PG) has established the following toll-free number to allow their employees from the New Orleans area to call and report their personal situation and their own and their families' safety: 1-866-345-0395.Contact: Lars Atorf for P&G +1-513-983-3129. PRNewswire -- Sept. 1Source: Procter & Gamble-------Profile: 22

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Weyerhaeuser Company Foundation Makes Direct Cash Donation of $500,000 to Support Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief FEDERAL WAY, Wash., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weyerhaeuser Company Foundation today announced a direct cash donation of $500,000 to support relief and rebuilding efforts of areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina. This contribution represents the foundation's single largest donation

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Progress Energy Florida Renews Call for Conservation on Third Day ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Progress Energy Florida has reiterated its appeal to customers to conserve electricity, now extended into a third day.(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020923/CHM008LOGO-c)Because Hurricane Katrina impacted the supply of natural gas from the Gulf of Mexico, the Florida

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AFGE Offers Financial Assistance to Katrina VictimsUnion Aides With FEEA Disaster Fund; Donates Money to Union Members WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) joined with the Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA) to provide much-needed support for victims of Hurricane Katrina, and is offering its members thousands of dollars in

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Lone Star Announces Contribution to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Efforts WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, Inc. (NASDAQ:STAR) ("Lone Star") announced today that it will donate 100% of the day's sales on this Labor Day, September 5, 2005, from all of its restaurant brands, Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House,

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AmeriCares Responds to Hurricane Katrina- Emergency Response Teams In Mississippi - STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Two AmeriCares emergency relief teams are in Jackson, Mississippi and are preparing to receive AmeriCares relief shipments within the next few days."The situation here remains critical," said emergency relief worker Kathleen Oldaker. "Many people have been displaced from

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Summer Ozone Season Comes to an EndFront Range Residents, Local Governments and Businesses Wage Successful Campaign to Reduce Ozone Pollution DENVER, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) is marking the end of a successful ozone season, despite the fact that this summer was one of the hottest in Colorado history. This summer, Denver did not violate the new, stricter

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/C O R R E C T I O N -- AllerAir Industries/In the news release "Cleaner Air Brighter Minds Initiative Helps Schools Improve Air Quality", issued earlier today by AllerAir Industries over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the headline should read "Cleaner Air Brighter Minds Initiative Helps Schools Improve Air Quality With Free Medical Grade Air Purifiers" rather than what was

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MSA Acquires Microsensor Systems Inc.Transaction Enhances MSA Capabilities in Chemical Warfare Agent Detection PITTSBURGH, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MSA (NYSE:MSA) announced today that it has acquired Microsensor Systems, Inc. of Bowling Green, Ky., a world leader in Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW)-based chemical sensing technology used to detect chemical warfare agents. The acquisition

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PA Game Commission Seeks Input On Draft Elk Management Plan HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania Game Commission officials are seeking public input regarding a draft of its "Management Plan for Elk in Pennsylvania," which has been posted on its website for review. Public comment will be accepted beginning today through the end of October via e-mail (elkplan2005@state.pa.us) or by

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PPL Electric Utilities Sending Workers to Help with Hurricane Relief ALLENTOWN, Pa., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- PPL Electric Utilities is responding to one of the country's worst natural disasters by sending 110 employees to help restore electricity along the Gulf Coast following Hurricane Katrina.The company's contingent, which left Thursday morning (9/1), includes linemen, engineers, technicians,

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DTE Energy Issues Voluntary Environmental Report DETROIT, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- DTE Energy today released a comprehensive, voluntary report that outlines the most pressing environmental issues facing the company, the current status of emissions, the company's history of reducing emissions, and plans for significant additional reductions in the next five to 15 years. The report, titled "

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Chevron Energy Solutions Completes Facility Efficiency Improvements for Miramar CollegeCogeneration and Electric System Upgrades Will Cut Miramar's Energy Costs by 30 Percent, Facilitate Future Expansion, Benefit the Environment SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Chevron Energy Solutions and San Diego Community College District today announced the completion of energy-efficient facility

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BSE & OFFSPRING CULL COMPENSATION London, 1 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (373/05)issued by the Government News Network on 1 September 2005Joint announcement by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairsand the National Assembly for Wales.Revised compensation rates applicable to the above schemes and effectivefor the month of

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NEW MEASURES TO PRESERVE FISH STOCKS London, 1 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (374/05)issued by the Government News Network on 1 September 2005Rules have come into force today that will clamp down on black-market fishtraders.The new measures improve the way fish landings are monitored by requiringthe registration of buyers and sellers of fish

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AirOcare's Air Purification Units Now Available WorldwidePartnership with leading manufacturer allows AirOcare to deliver safe and clean air to a variety of industries, including agriculture, health care, and real estate ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- AirOcare announced today that it has selected Mid-South Industries, Inc. to manage the production of their air purification and

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Scientific American Magazine Article Predicted Hurricane Disaster in New OrleansThe Magazine's 2001 Story, 'Drowning New Orleans,' Available Online at Sciam.com, Called the Steadily Sinking City, 'A Disaster Waiting To Happen'Editor John Rennie Can Discuss Hurricane Katrina and the Conditions That Produced the Devastation NEW YORK, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- John Rennie, Editor in Chief of

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Governor Rendell Announces $500,000 For Flood Protection in Lycoming CountyGrant to Rehabilitate Pumping Stations in South Williamsport Flood Protection System SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced the award of $500,000 to assist with the reconstruction and repair of an essential component of the extensive flood protection system in the

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Cleaner Air Brighter Minds Initiative Helps Schools Improve Air Quality Free Medical Grade Air Purifiers CHAMPLAIN, N.Y., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- With back-to-school season in full swing, AllerAir Industries President, Sam Teitelbaum is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new initiative aimed at helping schools drastically improve their indoor air quality.The U.S. Environmental

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Rendell Administration Announces $500,000 for Flood Protection in Lycoming CountyGrant to Rehabilitate Pumping Stations in South Williamsport Flood Protection System SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell today awarded $500,000 to assist with the reconstruction and repair of an essential component of the extensive flood protection system in the

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WSM Advertising & Public Relations Announces License Plate Design- Texas Trees License Plate to Benefit Urban Forestry Programs - DALLAS, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- WSM Advertising & Public Relations announces the launch of the Texas Trees license plate, which was designed by WSM. WSM donated its services to design the plate.Mr. Steve Houser, President of Arborilogical Services and past Treasurer

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Realtor Offers Free Housing to Katrina Victims with Small Children COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Andrew Cimerman, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Realty World, Homelife Realty Services and Red Carpet Real Estate, a local and international real estate franchisor, is offering help to victims of the 'Katrina' devastated area.Andrew Cimerman is offering 3 houses in Detroit, Michigan,

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Friends of Amigo Foundation Joins Forces with the Humane Society of the United States to Benefit Hurricane Katrina Animal Rescue Fund'Be Kind' CauseCollar(TM) Developed to Support Animal Charities Will Start with the HSUS's Animal Hurricane Relief EffortsAMIGO the 'Potcake Dog' to be the Goodwill Ambassador for Aid NEW YORK, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The Friends of Amigo Foundation, in conjunction

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Wetland Issues Exposed in Wake of Hurricane KatrinaNature's Speed Bump Erodes with Each Storm NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven months after the release of a national survey that showed most Americans did not believe a tsunami-like disaster could happen on U.S. soil, the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina has painted a more sobering picture.Louisiana's wetlands represent 30 percent

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GOVERNMENT WELCOMES WATER EFFICIENCY INITIATIVELondon, 1 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (371/05)issued by the Government News Network on 1 September 2005Environment Minister Elliot Morley added his voice today to those welcomingan industry-led initiative to promote improved water efficiency.Waterwise - a new body funded jointly by water

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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN ACTION: ENVIRONMENT MINISTER VISITS 'THE BEST OF'London, 1 September/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (370/05)issued by the Government News Network on 1 September 2005Environment Minister Elliot Morley is going on the road to see how people,businesses and public authorities across England are promoting sustainabledevelopment.Mr

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Ancient Animal Rights Tale Gets a Human Menagerie - Two Rabbis, a Kentucky Sufi, a Christian Editor, a Muslim Artist, a Saudi Arabian Princess SEATTLE, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Two American Rabbis have translated and adapted an ancient Iraqi tale into what is believed to be the first English adaptation -- The Animals' Lawsuit Against Humanity. Rabbi Dan Bridge and Rabbi Anson Laytner put more

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Sipex Announces Chinese Strategic AllianceTerm Sheet Covering Manufacturing, Product Sales and Equipment MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today Sipex Corporation (Sipex) announced the signing of a term sheet outlining a planned strategic relationship with Hangzhou Silan Integrated Circuit Co., Ltd (Silan-IC). As part of this planned relationship, Sipex announced plans to close

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GeoPraxis Inc. Announces Corporate Name Change to Green Building Studio, Inc.Utility Energy Efficiency Program Consulting and EnergyCheckup(TM) Business Lines to Spin Off and Remain Under GeoPraxis(R) Brand PETALUMA, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, GeoPraxis Inc., citing strong growth projections for 2006 and beyond, announced plans to restructure its architectural, engineering, and

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DEP Secretary's Visit to Composting Farm in Union County is CancelledEnvironmental Protection Secretary Kathleen McGinty's planned visit to Briar Patch Organic Farm in Mifflinburg, Union County, has been CANCELLED. The event had been scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1. No makeup date has been determined at this time.CONTACT: Ron Ruman(717) 787-1323. PRNewswire - Aug. 31Source: Pennsylvania

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Governor Rendell to Urge Fuel Conservation Measures to Cut Gas Prices in Wake of Hurricane Katrina HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- With gasoline prices over the long Labor Day weekend predicted to hit $3 a gallon because damage from Hurricane Katrina, Governor Edward G. Rendell will unveil energy conservation measures at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, offering ways for consumers to cut

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'Mercedes-Benz Credit Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'30 Sec. Live Radio Spot FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ Mercedes-Benz Credit understands that customers affected by Hurricane Katrina are focusing their attention on personal matters, so the company has implemented the following actions for customers in portions of Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi:Mercedes-Benz Credit

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Quality Distribution Operations Disrupted Due to Hurricane Katrina TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Quality Distribution and its independent affiliates operate several terminals and tank washes in areas of Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi affected by Hurricane Katrina. While the facilities for the most part seem to have suffered relatively minor physical damage, our operations in the area

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'Chrysler Financial Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'30 Sec. Live Radio Spot FARMINGTON HILL, Mich., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler Financial understands that customers affected by Hurricane Katrina are focusing their attention on personal matters, so the company has implemented the following actions for customers in portions of Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi:Chrysler Financial will

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United Way Coordinating Long-Term Response to Hurricane KatrinaHurricane Katrina Response Fund Activated to Aid Immediate Relief and Long-Term Recovery ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of the unimaginable destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina throughout the Gulf Coast states and up into the Ohio Valley, thousands of people are waiting helplessly to return to their

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After the Storm: Staying Safe After a Natural DisasterFREE HARD COPY OF THE 60 SECOND AUDIO NEWS RELEASE AVAILABLE ON CD OR AS AN MP3. PLEASE CALL 1-800-653-5313, EXT. 3 OR EMAIL RADIO@MULTIVU.COM NEW YORK, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- THIS IS A MULTIVU SPECIAL REPORT. NATURAL DISASTERS ARE DEVASTATING IN MANY WAYS, INCLUDING THE CLEAN-UP PROCESS THAT FOLLOWS. NOT ONLY IS RELIEF COSTLY AND TIME

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Fedders Announces Agreement in Principle with Noteholders and Senior Lender Waiving Defaults Related to Delayed Filings LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fedders Corporation (NYSE:FJC) (the "Company"), a leading global manufacturer of air treatment products, including air conditioners, air cleaners, dehumidifiers and humidifiers, and thermal technology products, announced

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Fannie Mae and the Fannie Mae Foundation Join Relief Efforts to Help Victims of Hurricane Katrina WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fannie Mae (NYSE:FNM) and the Fannie Mae Foundation today announced that they are joining relief efforts by providing financial assistance to the victims and families affected by Hurricane Katrina. The Foundation will donate $1 million to relief efforts

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Donaldson Company Responds to Federal Circuit Court Decision MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI) announced today the outcome of an appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on the previously disclosed patent litigation between Donaldson and Engineered Products Company, Inc. On August 31, 2005, the Court reduced the damages

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Swiss Re Estimates Its Claims for Hurricane Katrina to be in the Range of USD 500 Million ZURICH, Switzerland, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiss Re announced today that based on its preliminary estimate, it expects its claims related to Hurricane Katrina to be in the range USD 500 million (CHF 625 million) before tax.Swiss Re expects Hurricane Katrina to cost the insurance industry in the region of

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Cancellation of Wild Horse and Burro Adoption What: The Wild Horse and Burro (WH&B) Adoption in Decatur, Alabama has been cancelled because of impacts from Hurricane Katrina. When: The adoption was scheduled for September 02 - 04, 2005. Who: The Bureau of Land Management, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, has cancelled this scheduled event. Why: People

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R. W. Beck Assists With Hurricane Katrina Efforts in Florida ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Management consulting and engineering firm R. W. Beck, Inc. has been given the task of managing cleanup efforts to alleviate the impact of Hurricane Katrina on five communities in South Florida.(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030429/RWBECKLOGO )The R. W. Beck debris removal teams are

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Windswept Environmental Group, Inc. Reflects on Hurricane Katrina NEW YORK, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Windswept Environmental Group, Inc. extends heartfelt prayers to those victims affected by Hurricane Katrina. Michael O'Reilly, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, said, "Although my staff and I have responded to many catastrophes over the years, the magnitude of

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Husqvarna Offers Safety Tips for Storm Clean UpAs storm clean up efforts begin, take note of these important safety tips from Husqvarna before grabbing a chain saw to clear downed branches and trees from your property.First, read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.Make sure you are aware of power line locations at all times.

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Sizeler Issues Statement in Response to Inquiries About Effects of Hurricane Katrina NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sizeler Property Investors, Inc. (NYSE:SIZ) today issued the following statement in response to inquiries:Given the current storm-related emergencies in our markets caused by Hurricane Katrina -- particularly New Orleans and southeastern Louisiana, and Mobile,

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American Humane Association's Animal Rescue Rig Deploys TodayAnimal Emergency Services Departs Denver to Go to Aid of Hurricane-Displaced Pets DENVER, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Humane Association announced this morning that it will deploy its Animal Emergency Services rescue rig to join its fleet of vehicles and volunteer responders already staged in Mississippi, ready to respond to

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Casella Waste Systems, Inc. to Host Conference Call on its Fiscal Year 2006 First Quarter RUTLAND, Vt., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CWST), a regional, integrated solid waste services company, will host a conference call on Thursday, September 8, 2005 to discuss its financial results for the company's fiscal year 2006 first quarter, which ended July 31,

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Millennium Campaign Calls on Governments to Keep Focus of UN Summit on Crucial Millennium Development Goals and the Fight Against Poverty NEW YORK, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Negotiations have begun this week amongst Member States of the United Nations. These negotiations will be crucial in defining the outcome of the 2005 UN World Summit, being held in New York between the 14th and 17th September.

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Dectron Internationale delivers Turbine Solutions for Chevron ST177E in the Gulf of Mexico MONTREAL, QC, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Dectron Internationale (NASDAQ: DECT & TSX: DTL) confirmed today the delivery of a Moisture Recovery System for Power Turbines Blade Cleaning to Chevron's ST177E platform in the Gulf of Mexico. The system is designed to operate with a Solar Centaur(R) gas

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Minneapolis Honda Dealer Delivers 100,000th Hybrid Vehicle in US TORRANCE, Calif., August 31 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co. Inc., announced today that it has delivered 100,000 hybrid vehicles to retail customers since it began offering the gasoline-electric technology nearly six years ago. Jamie Gulley of Minneapolis, Minnesota became the 100,000th hybrid customer when he took delivery

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FAA Gives Exclusive Clearance to Helinet Aviation to Provide Aerial Images of Hurricane Katrina AftermathVideo Feeds Available to Relief Agencies and News StationsCNN, FOX, ABC, NBC and CBS Running Helinet Footage NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Helinet Aviation Services, one of the country's largest operators of electronic news gathering helicopters, received clearance from the Federal

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Petfinder.Com Creates Emergency Web Page for Displaced Animals Affected By Hurricane KatrinaPetfinder.com Foundation sets up hurricane fund to benefit animal placement groups EDISON, N.J., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Petfinder.com announced today that it has created a Hurricane Katrina emergency resource page (http://katrina.petfinder.com/ ) dedicated to helping people find information regarding

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New Pennsylvania Game Commission Biologists Helping Landowners Do Something Wild HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- A new team of Pennsylvania Game Commission biologists is helping landowners throughout the Commonwealth make their properties more attractive for wildlife species of concern.Since being hired in 2004, these biologists, working under the Game Commission's new Private Landowners

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Governor Rendell Encourages Energy Conservation as Damage Assessments of Hurricane Katrina Continue HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today said Pennsylvanians who take steps to conserve fuel play a significant role in efforts to ease the widespread affects of Hurricane Katrina, especially as more drivers take to the highway to close out summer over the long

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Bill McElroy, Senior Water Resources Program Manager, Joins ENSR InternationalENSR Expands Energy Utility Projects and Clean Water Act Expertise LANGHORNE, Penn. and WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Bill McElroy, PE has joined ENSR International as a Senior Water Resources Manager and will be based in ENSR's Langhorne (Philadelphia) PA office. A Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania with

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NASA Uses Unique Undersea Lab to Prep for Future Exploration WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is sending three astronauts and a Cincinnati doctor to test new space medicine concepts and extravehicular techniques in a unique underwater laboratory off the Florida coast.NASA astronaut Lee Morin leads the crew on an 18-day undersea mission Oct. 3 to 20 aboard the National Oceanic and

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Recovering Stocks Demonstrate Commitment to Sustainable FishingChallenges Remain; Rebuilding Plans Need to Stay the Course WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and Marine Conservation Alliance (MCA) welcomed the news of significant progress made to rebuild fish stocks in 2004. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) "Status

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Progress Energy Florida Reaches Agreement on Rate CaseBase rates would be maintained at current levels ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Progress Energy Florida, the Florida Attorney General's Office, the Office of Public Counsel and other intervening parties representing the majority of customers served by the company have reached an agreement that would maintain customer

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DuPont and Tate & Lyle Chief Executives Share Their Visions for Bio-Based Economy$100 million plant in East Tennessee to use corn to make clothing, carpeting and other end-products to reduce U.S. reliance on petroleum LOUDON, Tenn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A new $100 million plant under construction here will create 50 new manufacturing jobs and help create a bio-based economy that will

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PA DEP Secretary to Present Grant for Major Food Composting Project in Union CountyEnvironmental Protection Secretary Kathleen McGinty will announce an effort that will enable the Briar Patch Organic Farm to begin composting food waste from Bucknell University and Lewisburg Federal Penitentiary on Thursday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m. at 583 Cannon Road, Mifflinburg, Union County. The farm now composts

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Are You Safe at Work? More than Six Million US Workers Suffer From Workplace Illnesses and InjuriesCSTE Identifies Increased Access to Information as Key to Protecting Health and Safety of US Workforce ATLANTA, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Many Americans jeopardize their health simply by going to work, according to the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE). The facts in the U.S. are

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