Modern potato had roots in Peru
US scientists say all modern varieties of potatoes derive from a common ancestor farmed in Peru 7,000 years ago.
New frog centre for London Zoo
London Zoo is to build a new centre for the conservation of amphibians, the first of its kind in the world.
‘10th planet’ has moon companion
The astronomers who discovered a “10th planet” in our Solar System now say the object has a moon.
Fuel cells ‘need political push’
The fuel cell industry is set for “dramatic changes” in the next 10 years, says Sir David King, the UK government’s chief scientific advisor.
‘10th planet’ has moon companion
The astronomers who discovered a “10th planet” in our Solar System now say the object has a moon.
Bats a ‘likely source’ of Sars
A new study finds a virus very like Sars in Chinese bats, indicating they were the likely source of the 2002 outbreak.
New frog centre for London Zoo
London Zoo is to build a new centre for the conservation of amphibians, the first of its kind in the world.
Space tourist docks with station
A rocket carrying a fare-paying US passenger and a new crew docks with the International Space Station.
Bats a ‘likely source’ of Sars
A new study finds a virus very like Sars in Chinese bats, indicating they were the likely source of the 2002 outbreak.
Arctic ice ‘vanishing fast’
The area covered by Arctic sea ice has shrunk for a fourth consecutive year, according to a new study.
New frog centre for London Zoo
London Zoo is to build a new centre for the conservation of amphibians, the first of its kind in the world.
Moon’s shadow moves over Earth
Skywatchers across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East witness the “ring of fire” in an annular solar eclipse.
Bats a ‘likely source’ of Sars
A new study finds a virus very like Sars in Chinese bats, indicating they were the likely source of the 2002 outbreak.
Ice explorer readies for launch
Europe’s Cryosat spacecraft, which has been designed to study the Earth’s ice caps, is prepared for launch.
Key gene ‘may reverse hair loss’
Researchers show it is possible to re-grow fur on bald mice by correcting a gene mutation.
Arctic ice ‘disappearing quickly’
The area covered by Arctic sea ice has shrunk for a fourth consecutive year, according to a new study.
Sponge may fight cancer
Sponges collected from Welsh rock pools in Wales could be a source of new anti-cancer drugs.
Live giant squid caught on camera
A live, adult giant squid is captured on film in the depths of the Pacific Ocean for the first time.
Down’s recreated in mice
Scientists create the most successful recreation yet of Down’s syndrome in mice by adding a human chromosome.
Mars Express gets life extension
Europe’s Mars Express spacecraft is granted a mission extension of one Martian year.
North Sea ‘needs ecosystem plan’
The North Sea needs to be managed as a complete ecosystem if fish stocks and livelihoods are to continue, experts say.
New ‘Hobbit’ disease link claim
Scientists are to present new evidence that the tiny human species dubbed “The Hobbit” may not be all it seems to be.
‘Whale riders’ reveal evolution
The genetics of “whale lice” tell scientists how endangered right whales evolved over the past few million years.
Microgrids as peer-to-peer energy
Small networks of power generators in “microgrids” could transform the electricity network, say researchers.
“The EPA says that indoor air quality is a leading health issue. Improve the air you breathe with the new ATMOSPHERE Air Purifier.” – Billy Florence
Grand Rapids, Mich., July 7, 2005 – Billy Florence, President of The Independent Business Owners Association International (IBOAI, www.iboai.com), announced the Trade Association’s endorsement for the new ATMOSPHERE™ Air Purifier from Quixtar (www.quixtar.com).
“Our members, Independent Business Owners powered by Quixtar, have come to expect high quality products that support their businesses,” says Billy Florence. “The new ATMOSPHERE Air Purifier is a great addition to Quixtar’s product line.”
“Health is a main focus of many IBOs’ businesses,” adds Billy Florence. “And health goes beyond exercising and eating right. The quality of the air you breathe can also impact your well being,” notes Florence.
The ATMOSPHERE Air Purifier transforms your environment with its best-in-class performance, feature conveniences, and purification power that effectively eliminates 99.9% of the impurities in the air, down to .007 microns.
“With the CLARUS™ Filtration system which combines a pre-filter, a HEPA filter, and an activated carbon filter with a surface area large enough to cover 226 soccer fields, the ATMOSPHERE Air Purifier effectively removes greater than 99.9% of airborne pollutants that pass through the filter,” states Florence.
“The ATMOSPHERE offers many convenient features such as the whisper-quiet PUREFLOW™ system and INTELLISENSE technology which automatically monitors and protects your home’s air quality,” explains Billy Florence. “And with the turbo power function you’ll be able to clean the air in a 390 square-foot room within 30 minutes.”
“The ATMOSPHERE Air Purifier is available exclusively from our association members, Independent Business Owners (IBOs) in the United States and Canada, powered by Quixtar,” says Billy Florence.
About the IBOAI
“The official Trade Association, IBOAI is dedicated to serving and protecting the interests of Quixtar powered Independent Business Owners (IBOs) throughout North America,” states Billy Florence. Governed by a Board of Directors, the IBOAI:
• Protects the best interests of IBOs and serves as an advocate in IBO issues.
• Promotes and protects the integrity of the Independent Business Ownership Plan.
• Ensures that the business opportunity today is as good or better for future generations.
• Acts as an advisory group to Quixtar Inc. and Quixtar Canada Corp.
The IBOAI Board of Directors Executive Committee includes IBOs Bill Florence, President, Greg Duncan, Vice President, Don Wilson, Secretary/Treasurer, Fred Harteis, Past President, Jody Victor, Angelo Nardone, Steve Woods, Tim Foley, and Mark Crawford.
EEG has built up a strong reputation as an NGO that tackles diverse environmental issues and brings them to public attention through a series of wonderful lectures addressed by leading experts and specialists.
It has taken the voluntary organization a lot of effort to organize these powerful lectures year after year, bringing a range of local and foreign speakers to a single platform.
This year EEG is striving to highlight the initiatives taken up by the corporate sector to address eco-protection and give leverage to laudable efforts. EEG sees the private sector as a source of great strength in the battle for a clean and green environment.
At a time when the actions and activities of businesses and industries have begun to worry environmentalists all over the world because of the environmental fall outs, EEG is endeavoring hard to integrate these resourceful sections.
The latest attempt to showcase an eco-friendly and healthy initiative came through in the General Meeting or community lecture held on June 28 in the Sheraton Hotel by the Dubai creek.
The lecture was entitled “Ozone - the chemical free alternative” and was delivered by the keynote speaker, Mr. Ken Holdaway of Ozone International, a global company that has recently started operations in the UAE.
Contaminated water and air causes millions of cases of illness and death all around the world annually. Indeed indoor air pollution is said to be one of the three most serious human health threats.
The presence of chemicals is required to preserve the quality and durability of essential goods and services like water, food and indoor air. Yet chemicals may also lead to bacterial growth and endanger health.
Therefore a great deal of care is taken in maintaining the level of chemicals and toxicity in the water and food we consume, and the air we breathe. The discovery of ozone as a natural purifier goes back almost a decade.
But modern technology developments have vastly reduced the cost while increasing the operating efficiency of ozone applications as well as the quality and durability of products that utilize ozone applications.
Ozone brings multiple benefits, - it replaces the need for hazardous and potentially harmful chemicals, ensures health benefits and enhances energy and cost efficiency.
Ozone International has an innovative technology that offers the use of ozone in replacement of chemicals in what it calls the “chemical free alternative”. Its use is applicable to a wide spectrum of areas including community water supply, bottled water, waste water, effluent and marine environments, hospitals, clinics and ambulances, schools, hospitality sector, air conditioning systems, residences, produce storage, transportation, restaurants, catering companies, abattoirs, etc.
Holdaway’s presentation familiarized his audience with these aspects. It is expected that information such as these will go a long way in helping the community make conscious choices that will bring health and environmental benefits.
“Our aim has always been to purify the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat, NATURALLY” emphasized Holdaway. His presentation focused on the following points, - the misuse and misunderstanding about chemicals, how the public are mislead by chemical and pharmaceutical companies in their application and how toxicity levels are inaccurately reported and recorded, the beneficial uses and applications of ozone as nature’s purifier in Water, Air and Food.
Ken Holdaway is a Fellow of the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management, Member of British Mensa and Director of Ozone International.
The other speaker for the evening was EEG’s Chairperson, the firebrand environmental activist, Habiba Al Marashi, who opened the lecture with a customary welcome and an update on the Group’s recent activities.
The EEG Chairperson spoke about the recent successful Can Collection Drive on May 26 and the Prize Giving Ceremonies for Can and Paper Collection Campaigns on June 5, both of which are popular community events conducted by the NGO annually.
She urged the audience to take back the seed of environmental protection with them wherever they may be during the summer vacation period. She appealed to everyone to be sensitive to the needs of the environment and place environment concern at the heart of responsible action.
“Wherever you are in the summer, make an effort to be a Friend of the Environment. Live green and add new colour to our environment. Do not waste, do not litter, and most importantly, do not forget your responsibility towards the environment.
Make eco-concern your daily affair, and see what a difference it can make to your life, and to the world around you. As individuals sympathetic to the environment I hope you will carry the torch and show others around you how to be environmentally pro-active,” she urged.
This meeting was the last lecture conducted by EEG in the first half of the year. The session of evening lectures will be resumed from the month of September.
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