Start Something Green Expo

We are proud to announce the "Start Something Green Expo". Saturday September 26th from 10AM to 3:00PM at The Denton Civic Center on 215 E. McKinney St. There will be no charge for admission.

Learn how you can start something green! The expo includes information about composting, xeriscaping, solar energy and a lot more. The family friendly atmosphere includes music, food, demonstrations and children's activities. Don't miss the fun!Look for elleven consulting group for a complimentary home energy guide to get the most bang for your buck in going green.

International Green Money Conference 2009

The inaugural International Green Money Conference 2009 has been announced by the Founder Michael L. Padurano. The event is being held November 12 through 15, 2009 in Moura, Portugal. The event is being organized by Environmental Networking, Lda. and The International Green Summit, Inc. who are trusted friends of elleven consulting goup and have been fundamental in aligning environmental projects with funding around the world.

The inaugural event is being held in Moura, Portugal. Moura is one of the most environmental and sustainable regions in the world. Portugal is home to the largest hydroelectric dam in Europe and the largest Photovoltaic solar field in the world. Moura is a leader in implementing ecologically minded economic infrastructure and we are pleased to highlight these technologies to countries around the globe going as to how to make change happen.

This is a unique opportunity for green energy manufacturers to showcase their technologies or projects in front of environmental investors and decision/policy makers from around the world. They will have a chance to sit down after their presentation on a one on one basis to make deals happen. The International Green Money Conference will bring together all sides of ecologically minded businesses to stimulate funding opportunities, implementation and education.

Attendees should be green investors such as Hedge Funds, Mutual Funds, investment companies, CEOs, Sustainability Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Business Development Professionals, Marketing & Public Relations Professionals, Academics, Policy & Government Officials, and individuals that are interested in investing in the Green Movement.

All participants will also have access to the International Green Summit 2010 VIP red carpet launch party which will be on top of Castle de Moura, November 14, 2009. In April 2010, the International Green Summit will also be held in Moura, in order to create awareness and educate the populations, to influence the political processes and to develop an earth friendly eco-system.

“Awareness creates Knowledge, Knowledge creates Change”.

For more information on the International Green Money Conference 2009 please visit their websites.

www.internationalgreensummit.com www.igmc.environmentalnetworking.pt

Content for this article provided by: Michael L. Padurano
The International Green Summit
CEO/Founder
Cell. 1-561-809-1671
eFax. 1-561-258-8185
mpadurano@igsonline2009.com

New Petition Link

We created a new link for the Dallas/ Fort Worth Petition for More Renewable Energy. Please visit it and sign the petition at:

http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/greenenergy

DOE Webinar July 30

DOE Webinar July 30: Funding Opportunity for a Wind Turbine Drivetrain Testing Facility

The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Wind and Hydropower Technologies Program invites you to join a 1 hour webinar on July 30, 2009 at 11:00 am EDT/8:00 am PDT to discuss the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) entitled "Recovery Act: Large Wind Turbine Drivetrain Testing Facility," which is currently open. The full announcement, DE-FOA-0000112, can be found on the FedConnect Web site.

During the webinar, the program will provide a brief overview of the FOA, followed by a question and answer session using questions provided in advance. The program is required to adhere to DOE procurement guidelines during the webinar; therefore, please submit questions in advance by 2:00 pm EDT on July 27, 2009 by email to WindDynamometer@go.doe.gov. Questions submitted after this deadline will be answered at a later date via the FedConnect Web site.

The objective of this FOA is for the design and construction of a large dynamometer facility for testing 5 to 15 MW rated drivetrains, with supporting systems, and the operation and maintenance of these facilities for the benefit of wind stakeholders nationwide. The proposed facility can be new construction or involve the design and modification of an existing building suitable for electrical, mechanical, and other physical needs associated with a dynamometer test stand. Overhead cranes, access doors, and other facility infrastructure suitable for accommodating associated components and equipment will be required. It is envisioned that the facility will include sufficient office space for permanent staff and visiting users as well as conference rooms, lunch room, restrooms, computer stations, etc. Applicants will be required to submit detailed multi-phase plans including concept designs, preliminary designs, engineering procurement and construction contract management, and a plan for achieving long term sustainable operation, maintenance, and funding without future DOE assistance.

To join the webinar, registration is required in advance. Please visit the webinar's registration page to register. Participants will be provided with the webinar URL and conference call-in number once registration is complete.

Letters of Intent for the FOA are due at 07/22/2009, 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Applications for the FOA are due at 08/13/2009, 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

The webinar registration page can be found at:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/775897096

elleven CONSULTING GROUP

I wanted to give a special "thank you" to everyone behind the elleven CONSULTING GROUP. I cannot thank you enough. Thank you to Edward Earle, Stan and Ryan for all they have done to help in our branding process. You have made all the difference in the world. You are truly my "Agency of Record".

Sam Sadler Answers Questions on Smart Grid

I have two new video posts. You can view them at the following links:

Sam Sadler Answers Questions on Smart Grid After Presentation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oc7RqF-uowQ&feature=channel_page

Sam Sadler on Renewable Energy Petition He Is Leading
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMeUaCYGmsw&feature=channel

EPA Makes Efforts to Minimize Harmful Affects of Coal Mining

(Washington, D.C. – March 24, 2009) The United States Environmental Protection Agency has sent two letters to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers expressing serious concerns about the need to reduce the potential harmful impacts on water quality caused by certain types of coal mining practices, such as mountaintop mining. The letters specifically addressed two new surface coal mining operations in West Virginia and Kentucky. EPA also intends to review other requests for mining permits.

“The two letters reflect EPA’s considerable concern regarding the environmental impact these projects would have on fragile habitats and streams,” said Administrator Lisa P. Jackson. “I have directed the agency to review other mining permit requests. EPA will use the best science and follow the letter of the law in ensuring we are protecting our environment.” EPA’s letters, sent to the Corps office in Huntington, W.Va., stated that the coal mines would likely cause water quality problems in streams below the mines, would cause significant degradation to streams buried by mining activities, and that proposed steps to offset these impacts are inadequate. EPA has recommended specific actions be taken to further avoid and reduce these harmful impacts and to improve mitigation. The letters were sent to the Corps by EPA senior officials in the agency’s Atlanta and Philadelphia offices. Permit applications for such projects are required by the Clean Water Act.

EPA also requested the opportunity to meet with the Corps and the mining companies seeking the new permits to discuss alternatives that would better protect streams, wetlands and rivers. The Corps is responsible for issuing Clean Water Act permits for proposed surface coal mining operations that impact streams, wetlands, and other waters. EPA is required by the act to review proposed permits and provides comments to the Corps where necessary to ensure that proposed permits fully protect water quality. Because of active litigation in the 4th Circuit challenging the issuance of Corps permits for coal mining, the Corps has been issuing far fewer permits in West Virginia since the litigation began in 2007. As a result, there is a significant backlog of permits under review by the Corps. EPA expects to be actively involved in the review of these permits following issuance of the 4th Circuit decision last month. EPA is coordinating its action with the White House Council on Environmental Quality and with other agencies including the Corps.

For more information on wetlands and the letters: http://www.epa.gov/owow/wetlands/