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I recently had the opportunity to talk to Jim Betley the President/owner of County Group Companies and the division manager of his spray Foam and Energy Services division, Mike Smith.
County Group Companies (www.countygrp.com) found its humble beginning as County Insulation Company (a full service insulation company serving the Industrial, Commercial and Residential sectors) in a garage in Newport Delaware, back in 1971. At the time Jim and his cousin Art Carter (Partners) were the only company in the area providing Commercial/Industrial, pipe and block insulation & sprayed foam insulation services. When I asked Jim why he decided to get into the Spray Foam business he stated “it was a matter of survival” and with a chuckle he adds “we were green before it was fashionable”. Over the years ...continued
Dogfish Head turns Mash Trash into Doggie Delights
Four inns and a hotel
have joined the Delaware Green Lodging program and received
certification for implementing green hospitality practices that
conserve natural resources, save money, and enhance their marketing
potential as environmentally-responsible businesses.
The newly certified participants in the program are: AmericInn of
Bear, AmericInn of Harrington, AmericInn of Milford, AmericInn of
Rehoboth, and the Microtel of Dover. To qualify for the Delaware
Green Lodging program, the hotels implemented five basic green
lodging practices: recycling, water conservation, optional linen
service, energy conservation and a “green events” package.
“This is a great example of businesses that understand what’s good
for the environment is good for the economy,” said Governor Jack
Markell. “We are strengthening our tourism industry by offering
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On
the beach at 146th Street at the Delaware-Maryland state lane, DNREC
Secretary Collin O’Mara joined sponsors and environmental representatives to
kick off the drive for volunteers to support this year’s Delaware Coastal
Cleanup, a statewide effort to clean up trash from Delaware’s shorelines set
for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 25.
“We have some of the most pristine beaches in the nation, and our record volunteer turnout for last year’s Coastal Cleanup demonstrates why,” said Secretary O’Mara. “A dedicated and diverse group of volunteers are what makes this event a success. The number of youth groups and students who take part each year is especially encouraging, because ...continued
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