6 Surveying the Greenscape
In “Energy Independence Day,” Editor Kate Bachman intertwines patriotism and energy independence through the domestic production of biofuels. The Thunderbirds, Indy 500, and NASCAR have drawn the same
conclusion.
8 Re:
One reader looks to Green Manufacturer for guidance in embarking on his
company’s zero-landfill journey; another attended the Green Manufacturer
Network’s zero-waste-to-landfill workshop and has many takeaways and
new ideas.
10 Ecosavvy Newsmakers
Demand response is on its way to becoming a USGBC LEED credit; First Solar to build solar module factory in Arizona; Thomas Built Buses achieves
zero-waste-to-landfill; USAI® Lighting receives 2010 GOOD DESIGN™ Award;
Southwest Windpower receives Globe Sustainability Innovation Award.
14 Plant Applications
System helps galvanizer meet zinc benchmarks for stormwater; Nontoxic
cleaners save time, costs for aircraft maintenance.
16 Green on the Hill
The DOE may set new minimum energy efficiency standards for industrial
ACs; The EPA may exempt biomass from GHS counts.
42 Ecofriendly Cleaner Buyers’ Guide©
Compare green cleaners side by side.
44 Greenovations
Wastewater treatment product uses high-speed enzymatic transformation;
Refrigeration system reduces energy use through component monitoring;
Thermoplastic compound made of recycled material.
46 Product News
49 Advertisers’ Index
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