The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is offering free introductory workshops on the new ISO 50001 energy management system standard designed to help reduce operating costs and promote energy efficiency.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is offering free introductory workshops on the new ISO 50001 energy management system standard designed to help reduce operating costs and promote energy efficiency.
DEP announced a new grant available for small businesses in counties impacted by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. Funds are available for energy efficiency and pollution prevention improvements.
Jay R. Moyer was recently appointed as the new Small Business Ombudsman at the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Mr. Moyer has extensive government and small business experience.
The DEP Small Business Advantage Grant Program, a 50% cost share for up to $7,500 will be open on a first come, first served basis from July 25 - August 29, 2011.
The Covered Device Recycling Act, Act 108 of 2010, includes new requirements for manufacturers, retailers, and recyclers of electronic devices such as computers, monitors, laptops and televisions.
Sawdust is now classified as hazardous due to explosion and physical health hazards and must be reported on Tier II report if the 10,000 pound threshold is exceeded.
The Pennsylvania SBDC is convening a Clean Technology Forum in Harisburg, PA on March 28, 2011. Anyone interested in commercializing clean technology, installing clean technology or starting a clean technology company should plan to attend.
EMAP clients win big ... 44% of the DEP Small Business Advantage grants awarded statewide go to EMAP clients!
The PA SBDC Clean Technology Resource Center is offering a workshop on December 9, 2010 for contractors looking to broaden their market share by expanding to deliver renewable energy related services.
The comment period will be open until November 29, 2010. Once the rule is finalized, small businesses will need to keep records to ensure the fuel they receive complies with the new standards.