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Over 1.1 million have now paid the Household Charge

Posted by admin on December 28th, 2012



Over 1.1 million have now paid the Household Charge

27/12/12

Mr. Phil Hogan TD Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government today (27 December, 2012) thanked all those who have registered their properties and paid the household charge. To date 1.126m properties have been registered and this includes 22,334 waivers. €113.35m has been collected and reallocated to local authorities through the Local Government Fund.

“12 months ago when this charge was introduced there was plenty of doom merchants who said the charge would not be collected and people wouldn’t pay.  How wrong they were, 70% of those liable to pay the charge have done so and I commend all those households for doing the right thing.  We had elected representatives who actively encouraged people to break the law and not pay the charge. These self-same people are  now calling  for more funding for local authorities and at the same time encouraging people not to pay,” said the Minister.

“In the last few years Irish people have had a tough time of it and, in spite of that, over 1.2million people have paid the Household Charge. They recognise the importance of compliance with the law of the land and, by paying the charge, they have made their contribution to the provision of essential services at the local level.   I would like to thank them for this.”
 
“We are on the road to economic recovery but it is a road that requires difficult decisions.  This Government is prepared to take the tough decisions that will get us there. The tax base in Ireland will be broadened  further next year with the introduction of the Local Property Tax and in the long run this will provide local authorities  with the ability to raise  funding  locally and spend  it on necessary local services,” added the Minister.

From 1 January 2013 the Household Charge will be abolished and be replaced with the Local Property Tax next year. For liable persons who did not pay household charge in 2012 and who pay the charge to the Local Government Management Agency by 30 April 2013 arrears of Household Charge will be capped at €130.

From 1 July 2013, any outstanding Household Charge will be increased to €200 and added to Local Property Tax due on the property. The Revenue Commissioners will collect the outstanding charge through the LPT system.

“A concerted effort is needed over the next few years to return our country to prosperity. This will require strong leadership and a sustained commitment to the reform programme that is underway. We are making good progress.  Ireland will recover and this Government, with the people’s help, will make sure of it. I would again like to thank everyone who has paid the Household Charge to date.  I strongly encourage those who haven’t done so to pay the Household Charge and avoid having to pay unnecessary late payment penalties.”
 
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Texas Disposal Systems and Garden-Ville Are Now Accepting Christmas Trees for Recycling Free of Charge

Posted by admin on December 28th, 2012

SOURCE: Texas Disposal Systems

Texas Disposal Systems

AUSTIN, TX–(Marketwire – Dec 28, 2012) – Texas Disposal Systems and Garden-Ville are now accepting Christmas trees for recycling free of charge from December 26, 2012 to January 1, 2013. There are six drop off locations for Austin-area and San Antonio residents and businesses.

Drop off locations and hours are listed here:

  • Garden-Ville Creedmoor
    3606 FM 1327
    Creedmoor, TX 78610
    7am-dusk Mon-Sat
  • Garden-Ville Eco-Depot in Bee Cave
    4001 RR 620 S
    Bee Cave, TX 78738
    8am-5pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat
  • Garden-Ville Georgetown
    250 WL Walden Rd.
    Georgetown, TX 78626
    8am-5pm Mon-Sat
  • Garden-Ville Evans Rd.
    7561 E. Evans Rd.
    San Antonio, TX 78266
    7am-5pm Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm Sat, 10am-3pm Sun
  • Garden-Ville Starcrest
    11601 Starcrest Dr.
    San Antonio, TX 78247
    7am-5pm Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm Sat
  • Garden-Ville Victoria
    18125 FM 1686
    Victoria, TX 77905
    8am-6pm Mon-Sat

Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) offers its recycling services to a wide variety of customers: residential (cities, HOAs, MUDs), commercial, school districts, rural subscribers and individual citizens. “The goal is to make it easy for anyone to recycle their Christmas trees at this time of year,” says TDS Marketing Director Jennifer Gregory. “TDS recycles the trees by grinding them and adding the re-purposed material to our mulch operation Garden-Ville. New mulch and composts can be purchased at Garden-Ville retail locations.”

For any questions, please visit www.garden-ville.com or www.texasdisposal.com or call the Customer Care Department at 800.375.8375.

Texas Disposal Systems is the largest independently-owned solid waste collection, recycling/composting and disposal company in central Texas.

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ERI and Samsung Invite Broomfield Locals to Recycle E-Waste – at No Charge to Consumers

Posted by admin on October 4th, 2012

BROOMFIELD, Colo.–()–Partnering with Samsung, Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), will stage a special E-Waste Collection Event this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at no charge to consumers.

“It’s good to once again be partnering with Samsung for this special takeback program”

ERI, the largest recycler of electronic waste in the nation, will safely recycle all e-waste collected at this special event at the Norman Smith Service Center serving the residents of the County and City of Broomfield.

The event is designed to give the community at large an opportunity to safely unload their old computers, television sets, and other out-dated, unusable or unwanted consumer electronic items for proper recycling that is safe and environmentally sound. Samsung is working with ERI to sponsor the e-waste takeback event and encourage participating residents to sign up for the ENERGY STAR Pledge.

“With their collaborative support and proactive actions in Broomfield – and across the U.S.,” said Shirley Garcia, Environmental Services Coordinator for the City and County of Broomfield, “Samsung continues to recognize the significance of being a formative leader in the electronic profession by being responsible recyclers of electronic waste and stewards of the environment.”

“It’s good to once again be partnering with Samsung for this special takeback program,” said John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI. “We are proud to once again, alongside Samsung, been able to help the good people of Broomfield become more environmentally responsible by offering them a convenient opportunity to safely dispose of their old electronic devices at the same time.”

For more information on general recycling needs, visit www.electronicrecyclers.com, http://1800recycling.com or www.urbanmining.org.

About ERI

Now the largest privately held recycler of electronic waste in the US, and the world’s first dual-certified electronic waste recycler, Fresno-headquartered Electronic Recyclers International is licensed to de-manufacture and recycle televisions, computer monitors, computers and other types of electronic equipment. ERI serves public sector clients via GSA contract GS-10F-0051Y and processes more than 160 million pounds of electronic waste annually at eight locations in seven states, including Indiana, California, Washington, Colorado, Massachusetts, Texas and North Carolina. For more information about e-waste recycling and ERI, call 1-800-884-8466 or visit http://www.electronicrecyclers.com.

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Wales urges England to introduce charge

Posted by admin on October 1st, 2012

    • A 5p charge has reduced single-use carrier bags in Wales by 96%
    A 5p charge has reduced single-use carrier bags in Wales. Photograph: Ali Waggie/PA

    England is missing a trick by not introducing a charge on carrier bags and there is no excuse for procrastination, according to the minister who introduced a 5p charge in Wales a year ago.

    The remarks from Welsh environment minister, John Griffiths, come as figures released on Monday show the Welsh charge has raised more than £800,000 for charities including the RSPB and Keep Wales Tidy.

    The position of Westminster’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is that it is “monitoring the results of the charging scheme in Wales” before it consults on a similar charge for England.

    But Griffiths told the Guardian: “I think we’ve got the evidence. It’s been quite clear it’s been a resounding success, and delivered on all the expected outcomes: far less litter in our streets and countryside, behavioural change and public support.”

    He said there was no excuse for procrastinating on introducing a charge in England, which he felt was missing a trick on “a practical measure that is tried and tested … and is relatively straightforward to do”.

    “I can see no reason why the charge wouldn’t work just as well in other parts of the UK,” he added, in a statement.

    In July, supermarkets in Wales reported reductions of 70-96% in single-use plastic and paper bags since the charge – which goes to charities and is not a tax – was introduced in October 2011. Plastic bag use at supermarkets in the UK as a whole rose for the second year running in 2011, after a coordinated effort by government, retailers and campaigners previously saw bag use fall dramatically from 2006 onwards.

    The UK environment minister, Richard Benyon, promised in June that the government would make a decision on a charge for single use bags in England before the end of 2012. Earlier this month, a poll of 1,752 English adults, commissioned by campaigners including Keep Britain Tidy and the Campaign to Protect Rural England, showed 75% supported a 5p charge in England.

    Ireland introduced a plastic bag tax in 2002, Northern Ireland is set to start a 5p charge in 2013 and Scotland is considering a minimum charge of 5p.

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    One year on and Wales’ 5p bag charge is a winner

    Posted by admin on October 1st, 2012

    Since the charge was introduced in October 2011, carrier bag use in Wales has reduced by as much as 96% in some retail sectors, and a recent survey of attitudes indicated that the charge is now supported by around 70% of people in Wales.

    The charge has also resulted in more money for charities and not for profit organisations as the Welsh Government has called on retailers to pass proceeds from the 5p charge onto environmental or good causes.

    Latest figures from RSPB and Keep Wales Tidy show that collectively they have already received more than £800K in donations as a direct result of the charge. This money has come from the proceeds of bag sales at major retailers including Tesco, McDonalds, Argos, Asda and Wilkinson, and RSPB and Keep Wales Tidy are just two of many good causes to benefit.

    Co-op are donating proceeds from the charge to environmental causes across Wales, and in April they pledged £75,000 to the Vincent Wildlife Trust to support a three-year project to protect Pine Martens, a rare species living on the south west Wales and in Snowdonia.

    Speaking about the success of the charge, the Environment Minister said:

    “One year on from the introduction of our 5p bag charge it is obvious that it has made a real difference to shopping habits of people here in Wales.

    “Checkouts across Wales are now full of people using their own bags to carry shopping rather than paying 5p for a new one, and it is really heartening to see people in Wales developing sustainable shopping habits and being much less wasteful with the world’s natural resources. I think the Welsh experience proves that if you want to effectively reduce carrier bag use, a charge really is the best way to go.

    “I have been really impressed by the ease with which Welsh retailers and shoppers have adjusted to the charge. Their efforts have been key to its success and I can see no reason why the charge wouldn’t work just as well in other parts of the UK.”

    The Minister’s comments come as both Scotland and Northern Ireland are looking at whether at mandatory charge for single use bags could work for them.

    They also follow UK wide figures, published in the summer that showed that whilst carrier bag use in Wales is reducing dramatically, in other parts of the UK it is on the increase.

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    Chinese Drywall Complaint Center Now Demands The Feds Take Charge Of…

    Posted by admin on September 17th, 2012

    (PRWEB) September 17, 2012

    The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center says, “We believe the number of US homes that contain toxic Chinese drywall exceeds 200,000 in Florida, Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana. and Southeast Texas. We know an average air conditioning coil in a toxic Chinese drywall home in Florida lasts about year before it fails-because the toxic Chinese drywall off gasses hydrogen sulfide. Our biggest problem is because there has been no meaningful federal leadership, the Toxic Chinese Drywall Disaster continues to fester, and get worse-impacting more people. So what is President Obama’s position on the Toxic Chinese Drywall Disaster-we don’t know-he has never mentioned the topic one time in public?” The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center has been expressing deep concern over the long term health effects related to exposure to toxic Chinese drywall for over three years, there is no EPA protocol on repairing a toxic Chinese drywall home, and in most states Fannie Mae, or banks have no requirement to disclose if a home foreclosure contains toxic Chinese drywall-or not? The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center says, “If we do not get some meaningful federal leadership on the toxic Chinese drywall disaster in places like Florida, or Virginia more people will have their lives damaged, or destroyed by toxic Chinese drywall. It really is time for a change.” http://ChineseDrywallComplaintCenter.Com

    The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is now demanding the following federal rules, and or regulations be applied to the Toxic Chinese Drywall Disaster in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Southeast Texas, and Virginia:

    • “According to the US Consumer Products Safety Commission’s web site toxic Chinese contains hydrogen sulfide. Please Google Hydrogen Sulfide. “The US EPA needs to immediately establish a uniform protocol to remediate a toxic Chinese drywall home, or condominium in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Virginia.”
    • “There needs to be an immediate moratorium on the sale of all toxic Chinese drywall home foreclosures until the US EPA can establish if these homes are even fixable. Why sell a home foreclosure to an unsuspecting home buyer-if as soon as they find out the home contains toxic Chinese drywall-the home becomes a foreclosure all over again?”
    • “At the present time there is no valid disclosure requirement for banks selling a toxic Chinese drywall foreclosure in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, or Texas. Further, there is no stringent requirement that would force a seller, or a landlord to disclose the existence of toxic Chinese drywall in a home, condominium, or townhouse. A seller, or a real estate agent has to disclose lead paint, and not toxic Chinese drywall? This needs to change, and the change needs to occur immediately.”
    • “Because toxic Chinese drywall has touched so many thousands of lives in Florida, Virginia and the US Southeast, the US EPA, and the US Centers for Disease Control need to initiate immediate studies aimed at determining if a toxic Chinese drywall home is even safe enough to live in? Once again, if toxic Chinese drywall will turn copper electrical wires black, in six months or less, and or degrade a copper air conditioning coil within a year. What is this toxic Chinese drywall import doing to the health of US homeowners, renters and their families-who live in these homes?”
    • “The Chinese government needs to pay for the mess they have created for US homeowners, at this point the government of China will not even acknowledge there is a problem with their toxic Chinese drywall product called Taishan. We believe there are at least 100,000 homes in Florida, Virginia, and the US Southeast that contain Taishan toxic Chinese drywall. Why should these homeowners get left holding the bag for a very toxic building product made in China-by the Chinese Government?” Further the Chinese Drywall Complaint Center considers the initial Knauf Tianjin toxic Chinese drywall a settlement that only helps about 5000 homeowners-to be a backroom deal. The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is now urging the Federal District Court in New Orleans to reopen the window for Knauf Tainjin homeowners to be identified by the court. The group estimates only one in twenty Knauf Tianjin homeowners has been identified thus far.

    The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center says, “Where is the change you can believe in, if you are a mother living with her children in a Florida home, that contains toxic Chinese drywall? No real disclosure laws for toxic Chinese drywall, no required remediation protocol for the tens of thousands of homes involved? At what point does the federal government show up, for the victims of the toxic Chinese drywall disaster? We are talking about a US Disaster, and US citizens in the biggest mess of their lives, and we are demanding a federal response-now.” http://ChineseDrywallComplaintCenter.Com
    (United States District Court-Eastern District of Louisiana MDL Case # 2047)


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    Five pence charge continues to bag support

    Posted by admin on July 4th, 2012

    Research also indicates that the 5p bag charge is now supported by 70% of people in Wales.

    The findings are drawn jointly from behavioural research undertaken by Cardiff University and from figures provided by retailers and the British Retail Consortium. The aim is to measure the impact of the Welsh Government’s charge for bags which came into force on 1st October 2011.

    The Cardiff University research monitored attitudes and behaviours to carrier bag use just before the introduction of the charge and again six months later.  

    The research showed that the number of shoppers who said they had used their own bags on their last supermarket trip rose from 61% in September 2011 to 82% by April 2012. It also found that Welsh support for the bag charge had increased from 59% to 70% in the six month period whilst opposition to the charge had dropped to just 17%.

    Returns from a sample of retailers showed a similarly positive picture, with food retailers reporting up to a 96% reduction in bag use, fashion retailers reporting up to 75% reduction and home improvement retailers reporting a 95% reduction. Food service retailers reported up to a 45% reduction in bag use whilst telecommunication retailers reported a reduction of up to 85%.

    Another successful aspect of the policy is that retailers are passing proceeds from the bag charge onto environmental projects and local good causes and since October environmental charity, Keep Wales Tidy has received more than £105,000 worth of retailer donations as a direct result of the bag charge.

    To mark the success of the bag charge, Environment Minister, John Griffiths is visiting Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Glan Morfa in Splott, Cardiff to meet pupils, teachers and local residents who worked with Keep Wales Tidy to create a pond and wildlife area that can be enjoyed by the whole community.

    The Minister said:

    “I am delighted that research and retail figures support what shoppers and retailers have been telling us for some time.  The Welsh public have adjusted brilliantly to the Welsh bag charge and the majority now regularly take their own bags with them when they go shopping.

    “Not only that but the research suggests that 70% of people in Wales are now fully supportive of the charge and of the changes we are trying secure in terms of litter reduction and behaviour change. I would like to thank retailers and shoppers for their ongoing help in making this policy – the first of its kind in the UK – a success.

    “Of course there will be occasions when we get caught out without a bag and have to pay the 5p. In these instances it is comforting to know that the money is being passed on charities like Keep Wales Tidy who are making important environmental improvements to communities across Wales. 

    “The pond I am visiting today is a great example of the pleasure and sense of pride that environmental improvements can bring to local people of all ages.”

    Chief Executive of Keep Wales Tidy, Lesley Jones said:

    “The success of the carrier bag charge is good news for Wales’s environment and we hope to see a reduction in the amount of bag related litter.

    “Keep Wales Tidy is grateful to the retailers who donate some or all of the charge to the charity. The proceeds enable Keep Wales Tidy to continue its work with communities and to carry out projects that transform areas and educate people about the importance of looking after their local environment.”

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    Samsung Invites Central Valley Locals to Recycle Their Electronic Waste at No Charge to Consumers

    Posted by admin on June 19th, 2012

    FRESNO, Calif.–()–Partnering with Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), Samsung Electronics has taken the initiative to stage a special E-Waste Collection Event this Saturday at no charge to consumers. ERI, the largest recycler of electronic waste in the nation, will provide its Fresno headquarters and facility as the location for an event designed to give the community at large an opportunity to safely unload their old computers, television sets and other out-dated, unusable or unwanted consumer electronic items for proper recycling that is safe and environmentally sound. Samsung is working with ERI to sponsor the e-waste takeback event and will encourage participating residents to sign up for the Energy Star Pledge.

    “It’s good to once again be partnering with Samsung Electronics for this special takeback program”

    Recognizing Samsung’s green efforts, Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin last week presented a formal commendation to Samsung Electronics, recognizing Samsung Electronics’ Environmental Leadership and its efforts promoting Energy Star.

    “By their actions here in Fresno – and all across the U.S., Samsung Electronics continues to illustrate that it recognizes the need for proper and responsible recycling of electronic waste,” said Mayor Swearengin. “Not only that, Samsung is very serious about being a part of the solution to the overall global e-waste problem. Samsung has held steady to its principles of protection for the environment, people and developing countries and is the first manufacturer to participate with the e-Stewards Enterprise program. The importance of their leadership on this issue cannot be overstated and Fresno thanks and congratulates them for their trailblazing efforts.”

    “It’s good to once again be partnering with Samsung Electronics for this special takeback program,” said John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI. “Samsung Electronics is an organization that has long been forward-thinking in terms of environmental concerns. This electronic recycling event is a further example of that commitment. We echo Mayor Swearengin’s commendation of Samsung’s efforts and are proud to stand alongside them. Together, we are helping the good people of the Central Valley become more environmentally responsible and offering them a convenient opportunity to safely dispose of their old electronic devices at the same time.”

    In an attempt to help the people of Fresno and the environment, Samsung Electronics has become proactive in its efforts to collect electronic waste for this special event that will take place June 23rd.

    For information on the e-waste takeback event, visit http://electronicrecyclers.com/collection-events.aspx or call Electronic Recyclers International toll-free at 877-829-6209.

    For more information on general recycling needs, visit www.electronicrecyclers.com, http://1800recycling.com or www.urbanmining.org.

    Now the largest privately held recycler of electronic waste in the US, and the world’s first dual-certified electronic waste recycler, Fresno-headquartered Electronic Recyclers International is licensed to de-manufacture and recycle televisions, computer monitors, computers and other types of electronic equipment. ERI serves public sector clients via GSA contract GS-10F-0051Y and processes more than 160 million pounds of electronic waste annually at eight locations in seven states, including California, Washington, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Texas and North Carolina. For more information about e-waste recycling and ERI, call 1-800-884-8466 or visit http://www.electronicrecyclers.com.

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    Stay in Charge of Your Essential Gadgets – Crosskase launch highly protective Solar 15 backpack with solar power to charge handheld devices everywhere you go

    Posted by admin on June 12th, 2012

    Press Release
    12th June 2012

    Stay in Charge of Your Essential Gadgets
    Crosskase launch highly protective Solar 15 backpack with solar power to charge handheld devices everywhere you go

    Whether you are a traveller, business commuter, gamer, or all three and more at different times, you’ll often seek the power to keep your essential gadgets going as well as a secure and protective way to carry your belongings. Now these two lifestyle needs have been met in one stylish, feature-packed accessory: the Crosskase Solar 15 backpack.

    Key Features of the Crosskase Solar 15 backpack:

    * Integrated 3 Watt solar panel on the front of the bag soaks up natural light and stores the energy generated inside the internal battery.

    * High capacity battery can charge most handheld devices on-the-go (phones, music players, GPS, pocket consoles)

    * Speedy 2 hour charge time for many devices i.e. iPhone 4, iPod nano 6G, Samsung Galaxy, HTC, Nokia N95, Blackberry Curve.

    * Stores enough power to charge most devices twice over and can be used again and again, as the battery will recharge from:

    * Solar power (8 hours)
    * Mains power (3 hours)
    * USB power connection (4 hours)

    * Additional battery packs can be purchased to supply even more charge to those with higher demands on battery life.

    * The Solar 15 doesn’t need strong sunlight to work as it also trickle charges in standard daylight or artificial light and, with splashproof material and panelling, even works in the rain! This versatility in all weathers makes it suitable for use indoors and outdoors both in the UK and abroad.

    * Internal battery features lights to indicate remaining charge level

    * Comes with 9 alternative adapter fittings to connect a wide variety of devices, including:

    * Micro USB
    * Mini USB
    * Apple
    * Samsung
    * Sony Ericsson
    * Motorola
    * Nokia
    * TomTom
    * Plus other devices can connect via the standard manufacturer-supplied USB 2.0 lead.

    * Constructed from high-grade 1680D Ballistic Nylon, offering water repellent properties and a robust, highly protective shell.

    * 25 litre capacity provides ample space for all of your belongings

    * In-built pockets offer extra protection, including storage for 13”, 14” and 15” laptops and iPad/iPod devices.

    * The rear of the backpack is padded with a special airflow system providing comfort, support and coolness.

    * Includes a clever hide-away rain cover which can be pulled out for waterproof protection.

    * Priced at an affordable £139.99 including VAT

    Solar power delivers on-the-go charge for handheld devices:

    Running out of charge can lead to all sorts of problems from the mildly irritating through to life threatening, and the Solar 15 backpack can help to reduce this potential pitfall. The thoughtfully designed 25 litre bag is lightweight yet robust, and cleverly stores power to use for charging hand-held devices, wherever and whenever it’s needed. Featuring an integral solar panel, the Solar 15 delivers power on-the-go thanks to a high capacity battery which can be conveniently recharged through both regular mains power and from harnessing the power of natural light.

    The Solar 15 backpack is one of the most powerful solar bags on the market – converting up to 3W in optimum light conditions and storing enough power to charge most devices twice over. What’s more, you won’t need to worry about the lack of sunshine in the UK, since the Solar 15 will work and trickle charge in standard (overcast)
    daylight and even indoors!

    Stylishly practical construction suited for both work and play:

    This stylish, practical and premium-grade backpack is suitable for both work and leisure use without compromising comfort or security. Featuring multiple protective pockets it is padded with a special airflow system providing comfort and coolness. A clever hide-away rain cover can be pulled out to add extra waterproof protection when you get caught out by the rain.

    With the Solar 15 backpack, you can carry everything you need and charge up your devices (including phones, iPod and GPS) without the need to find a mains power supply or carry an external battery pack. This incredible array of features gives you the freedom to carry on with your day, enjoying total peace of mind that your gadgets will be full of life when you need them the most.

    Five examples of how Crosskase Solar 15 can help:

    1. You’re bored on a journey and want your handheld gaming console to keep you company, but its run out of battery halfway. Plug it into the Solar 15 and you won’t have your games interrupted after all. When you reach your destination, pop it into the protective bag and it will continue to charge and stay safe and secure until you need it next.

    2. You’re lost 10,000 feet high on a snow capped mountain and need help but your phone has no battery and your GPS has died. Plug either of them into the Solar 15 and you’ll have the power to make that emergency call or find directions and be safe and sound in no time. With water repellent material and a pull-out rain cover you can make sure your gadgets stay dry even in the worst weather conditions.

    3. You’re in the boardroom for a business meeting and rely on your smartphone for your presentation notes, but you’ve left the charger at home. Plug it into the Solar 15 and you can avoid an embarrassing moment in front of the boss. With a stylish, high-tech design it will be the envy of all of your work colleagues, too.

    4. You’re training for the marathon in the Olympic spirit and need some tunes to keep your motivation high, but your MP3 player is running low on battery life. Just pop the device into the protective pocket, connect it to the charger and your only limit will be yourself. With the lightweight design and back support panel, you’ll
    be able to stay cool and comfortable with every step.

    5. You’re rocking out at a summer festival and you’ve lost your friends en route to a band. Instead of wasting time queuing at a phone point, the Solar 15 lets you connect, charge and carry on without missing a beat. With a robust, highly protective construction, you can be secure in the knowledge that your gadgets will be protected even in the middle of the crowd.

    Pricing and Availability

    The Crosskase Solar 15 is priced at £139.99 inc VAT RRP, and is available now from
    www.crosskase.com, amazon.co.uk and store.apple.com/uk

    Additional battery packs available from www.crosskase.com, pricing tbc.

    Technical Specification

    Solar Charger Specifications:

    * One 3.0 Watt Solar Panel to generate power in sunlight. It is waterproof, lightweight and built to withstand abuse.
    * Panel Power: 3 Watts total peak. 
    * Cell Efficiency: 16%
    * Charge Times: 6-8 hours in the sun will fully charge a typical phone, 2 hours will provide about 3 hours of talk time.
    * Universal USB Battery stores power for use anytime and is
    * specially designed to charge efficiently from solar. When not in the
    * sun, the battery can be charged using the USB Power Cable or
    * optional AC travel charger.
    * Charge Times: Battery will be fully charged from 8 hours of direct sun, 4 hours from USB port on laptop and 3 hours from AC mains power.
    * Capacity: 2,200mAh
    * Input: 5V, 700 mA
    * Output: 5V, 500mA via USB port

    Bag Specifications:

    * Dimensions: 45cm high x 37cm wide x 12cm deep)
    * Weight: 1.7kgs including battery and solar panels
    * Fabric: 1680D ballistic nylon shell, waterproof and lightweight.
    * Volume: 25 litres.

    About Crosskase:

    Launched in 2012, British company and brand Crosskase laid out what the average person carries, and intelligently designed these needs into a backpack which protects and secures personal electronic devices such as laptops, tablets and phones.

    Using premium, high-grade materials, the range suits both work and leisure demands, with a design which is comfortable, protective and stylish. With the solar range, users can also charge their gadgets by using the sun as a power point.

    Sharing many qualities with the turtle (hence the logo), Crosskase bags are waterproof, tough, long lasting, streamlined, protective, adaptable and breathable. Crosskase aims to become the market leader in bag design and technology by keeping ahead of fast-moving technology and developing quality products to suit customers no matter what their lifestyle.

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    If you would like to be placed on the waiting list for a product review sample, please contact the press office or download and return the sample request form on the press assets pages.

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    Further information about Crosskase products can be seen at:
    www.crosskase.com

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    Press enquiries:
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    Nashville Electric Charge Stations Help Premier Parking ‘Go Green’

    Posted by admin on May 29th, 2012

    Nashville, Tenn. (PRWEB) May 29, 2012

    Premier Parking is regularly evaluating opportunities to ‘Go Green’ and is proud to announce the installation of electric charging stations for electric vehicles at the Pinnacle at Symphony Place garage. The charging stations, available for employee and fleet use, help reduce greenhouse emissions and the reliance on conventional fossil fuels. Nashville is laying the groundwork for the future of clean and alternative energy in Tennessee and Premier Parking is on the front lines. These electric charging stations not only create awareness for electric vehicles and their necessary infrastructure, but also give employees of the building a new destination choice for charging their vehicle.

    “We share a close link to the automotive industry and with the installation of these new charging stations we are trying to lead by example,” stated regional manager Zachary Boyd. “The more environmentally friendly options we provide the better we can help educate drivers on various alternative fuel sources and promote technology that allows us to decrease the impact vehicle emissions have on the environmental.”

    The Pinnacle at Symphony Place in Nashville, Tennessee was awarded LEED Gold certification by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) in March of 2011. The $ 105 million, 29-story office tower is the first LEED certified skyscraper in the state. The electrical charging stations are the latest addition to the building’s vast assortment of renewable energy resources. The Pinnacle at Symphony Place features several green elements including a one-acre vegetated roof terrace garden, rainwater harvesting, the liberal use of day-lighting, native and adaptive plants, low flow toilets, Green-e Certified Renewable Energy Certificates, and other materials and technology that help maximize energy efficiency.    

    Global energy specialists Arious Schneider Electric is helping lead efforts to create more sustainable energy resources for vehicles. They have developed a comprehensive portfolio of services to manage single complete solution for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and smart-grid integration, which will help speed the adoption of EVs worldwide. The solution includes charging stations for residential and commercial areas, along with the development of other fast-charging applications.

    Knoxville

    Premier Parking is also including alternative fuel sources to its Knoxville portfolio. Through EV’s integrated technology drivers will be able to locate nearby Blink Level 2 Pedestal charging stations in and around the downtown Knoxville area. At these stations shoppers can charge their electric vehicles using Blink Network’s public chargers while visiting many of the nearby downtown Knoxville retail locations.

    “We are pleased to welcome Premier Parking on-board as a local partner in The EV Project,” said Stephanie Cox, ECOtality’s area manager for Tennessee. “Parking companies are ideal sites for EV charging stations—it makes sense to site chargers where people will be parking their EVs. We look forward to working together as ECOtality continues to provide EV drivers with convenient locations to charge up in Knoxville.”

    Premier Parking’s innovative thinking allows the company to have a proactive role in greener parking and providing the highest level of customer satisfaction in the region. The downtown Knoxville Blink Pedestal chargers will give EV drivers the luxury of enjoying a meal, the local nightlife, and many other activities all while charging their safely parked vehicles.

    Ryan Chapman, President of Premier Parking stated “We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the technology curve in the parking industry and will continue to strive to provide the latest technologies to our clients.”

    Regional Manager in Knoxville, Zachary T. Boyd went on to say “Premier is passionate about parking and providing our customers with the very best service and equipment in the industry and we are ardently enthusiastic about doing our part to help reduce the ecological footprint through new technological developments in the parking industry.”

    To learn more about Premier Parking’s green initiatives and other parking management services contact them at, 615-242-8340.



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