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Energy Services, Inc. now has a Certified Building Performance
Institute (BPI) - Building Envelope Inspector of Staff

Kirkwood, DE — ESI Company announces that Michael Smith has recently become a certified Building Envelope Inspector. To achieve this certification, he had to meet specific industry requirements, attend a rigorous training program and pass several certification exams (both field and written exams) offered by the Building Performance Institute (BPI). As an Inspector, Mike is qualified to evaluate the thermal performance of a Home or Building with regards to it tghtness and performance. Mike will gather data using a blower door test method and the use of a Thermal image camera if needed. The data will be reviewed and recommendation will be made to the owner as to the status, repairs or upgrades that may be needed.

In addition to the BPI certification, ESI, Inc. and Mike are Delaware’s only Honeywell Authorized Weatherization Contractor. With Honeywell’s support and products, they will be able to make the needed repairs and upgrades to your home or building to help you save energy and reduce your cost. Most of these repairs will also improve your ...continued

DNREC offering grants for going green, reducing global warming

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has launched a new grant program aimed at helping businesses, state and municipal agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), academia and/or non-profit assistance providers identify and implement plans to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases in their organizations and communities. The grant program marks a milestone in Delaware’s fight against climate change.

DNREC is now accepting applications for $1.4 million available in the first round of funding under the Delaware Greenhouse Gas Reduction Projects Grant program. The program is funded by a portion of the proceeds from the auction of carbon dioxide allowances through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative’s (RGGI) cap-and-trade program that is working to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants in the Northeast and Middle Atlantic states.

The deadline for applications is September 15. DNREC expects applicants to demonstrate that proposed projects will result in measurable reductions of greenhouse gases. Eligible projects may include ...continued

WORC in Your Garden

A few weeks ago I had the privilege of touring the Wilmington Organic Recycling Center. They process organic food waste and other materials and turn it into compost. The facility, which is owned and operated by The Peninsula Compost Company, is currently processing 350 tons per day and can handle as much as 650 tons/day. The process is fascinating and the site itself the largest on the East Coast has set the Gold Standard. For complete information about the workings of the plant visit PeninsulaCompost.com and click on DEMO.

At the end of my visit I was given a 5 gallon container of the end product which I applied to 3 problem areas in my garden. The results, thus far, have been very rewarding. Our spindly little tomato plant that was put in way too late and showed no signs of ever yielding anything is now a 3 foot bush covered with flowers and a few tomatoes. My Dahlias who were valiantly struggling after being sorely neglected are thriving, the Columbine and Bleeding Heart that I transplanted are happy as clams and my Calla Lilies are blooming again. On a scale of one to ten I give the compost a 12. ...continued

Chelsea Tavern to Host Green Drinks July 20^th
by Christine K. LaMonica

Today I met with Christine Gordon, Event Coordinator for The Chelsea Tavern at 821 Market Street ( between 8th and 9Th) in Wilmington. The Chelsea Tavern features what Christine describes as “American Gourmet” cuisine. They are known for their wood burning oven Pizza’s and a wide variety of Burgers “with a twist.”

A new comer to the menu is “The Dirty” which, according to Christine, is difficult to eat at one sitting. It is a hamburger that is breaded, deep fried and served with American Cheese, bacon, a fried egg and scrapple. They have a Bison Burger and another with Keilbasa and a fried egg. I have not come across burgers with fried eggs on them since ...continued

NRG commits to investing in creation of clean energy jobs

DNREC Secretary signs agreement with NRG to permanently shut down additional coal unit at Indian River power plant

DOVER – Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Secretary Collin O’Mara announced today that DNREC has finalized a consent agreement with NRG, Energy Inc. that will permanently shut down a third coal-fired electrical generating unit in 2013 at the Indian River Power Plant, leaving only the facility’s newest and lowest-emitting unit to remain in operation. The agreement is being filed in superior court for final approval.

The shutdown agreement for NRG’s Unit 3 represents a key component of the state’s strategy to improve public health outcomes in Sussex County and restore the health of the Inland Bays by significantly reducing ...continued

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DNREC advocates wise water use to help the environment and save money year round

Although the ongoing high temperatures and lack of precipitation in parts of Delaware are unfortunately causing difficult conditions for our farming communities, the state’s ground-water levels and stream flows are fine. Still, the heat wave does serve as a reminder to conserve water during a period when keeping cool and hydrated is on everyone’s mind.

“It’s always wise to conserve water during periods of prolonged heat as well as all year long,” said Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Secretary Collin O’Mara. “We are not anticipating any problems with our public water supplies. There are water use practices that make good sense for the environment and your pocketbook, especially during hot summer months.”

O’Mara noted that all reservoirs on which northern Delaware relies upon for drinking water are full or near full and daily monitoring of water supply and demand conditions continues in accordance with ...continued

DART First State: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

The present day modern, statewide and multi-transit services of DART First State date back to 1864, when the Wilmington City Railroad Company started horse and mule drawn 20-seat car service along several downtown streets. In 1888, the Company introduced the state's first electric trolley car system and the first motor bus service began in 1925. 1938 saw the start of trackless electric trolley service.

Historic Trolley & Bus to Today

In 1969 the privately owned transit system, operated by the Delaware Coach Company, became public by an act of the State Legislature. Overseen by the Delaware Department of Transportation, the Greater Wilmington Transportation Authority (GWTA) created and promoted a new name to stimulate public interest. The new name of the transit services became DART, the Delaware Authority for Regional Transit.

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