Residential-Scale Wind Turbines on Display at U.S. Botanic Garden

Two wind turbines scaled to power individual homes, farms, or businesses are available for public viewing on the National Mall and will remain in place through January 2009 as part of an effort to demonstrate environmentally sustainable practices. The turbines are part of a larger exhibit by the United States Botanic Garden, which is located on the Mall adjacent to the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit – One Planet – Ours! Sustainability for the 22nd... 

The Power of Design: A Force for Transforming Everything

In The Power of Design, Farson asserts a deeply engaging premise: Design can transform the world. It can put right what is wrong in our communities. It can address society’s most intractable ills. Properly mobilized, he argues, design could make a whopping impact on deep-rooted dilemmas such as the ravages of poverty, the miserable state of the American education system, and the failure of criminal justice. It could do nothing short of move... 

Mortgage Network Introduces MN 55+

Mortgage Network, Inc., the largest independent mortgage company in the Northeast, today announced MN55+. The new advisory service is designed specifically for the unique needs of today’s mature homeowners. The 55+ age group represents several unique market segments that exemplify major shifts in their views and perceptions on life, work, health and wellness, shopping, travel, technology and finances. In the face of declining investment portfolios,... 

Consumer Education Services, Inc. Releases Top Four Ways to Protect Money in Current Economic Environment

As the economy continues to decline and more consumers find themselves affected by the credit crunch, many are wondering how they can protect themselves and be smart with their money. Consumer Education Services, Inc. (CESI), a nonprofit consumer credit counseling service, has released a list of four ways consumers can protect their money in the current economic environment. 1. Plan ahead The most important thing you can do with your money in any... 

American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators Joins Growing Community of Regulators Improving Consumer Protection by Automating Mortgage Examinations

ComplianceEase®, the nation’s leading provider of mortgage risk management solutions, announced today at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s 95th Annual Convention and Expo that the Board of Directors of the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators (AARMR) has approved the adoption of examination automation solutions for its members, selecting ComplianceAnalyzer® and RegulatorConnect™ to power a new era of mortgage lending oversight...