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<title>MindBranch: Environmental Markets</title>
<description>Environmental Markets market research products provide analysis of the latest trends, developments and market data for this industry.  Research information will help you make informed business decisions.</description>
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<title>Waste Management</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R3470-3292.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[The private waste management industry in the US includes about 15,000 companies with combined annual revenue of approximately $80 billion. Major waste management companies, which also are the nation's largest recycling firms, include Waste Management, Republic Services, and Waste Connections. The industry is highly concentrated: the eight largest firms account for nearly half of the industry's total annual revenue.  Industries related to waste management are covered in the Environmental Consulting, Scrap Metals-Recycling, and Water & Sewer Utilities profiles.  COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE  Demand depends on the volume of waste generated, which depends on economic conditions and consumer spending. The profitability of individual companies depends on labor and efficient operations, because the service is a commodity sold based on price. Big companies have large efficiencies of scale in operations. Small companies can compete successfully by offering specialized services or serving local markets. Average annual revenue per worker for a typical company is about $220,000.  PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Global Membrane Market for Water and Wastewater Treatment Forecasts and Analysis to 2015</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R3480-14509.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[Global Membrane Market for Water and Wastewater Treatment Forecasts and Analysis to 2015   Summary   Global Markets Direct&rsquo;s new report, &ldquo;Global Membrane Market for Industrial Water and Wastewater Treatment Forecasts and Analysis to 2015&rdquo;, provides key data, information and analysis on the global membrane market. The report provides key market data and forecasts, market trends and competitive landscape analysis for the global membrane market. The research discusses market dynamics in detail by providing analytical content on the key trends affecting the market. It also reviews the revenue trends and characterizes various local markets and assesses the market potential for water and wastewater treatment equipment consumption.  Global Markets Direct estimates that the membrane treatment market for industrial water and wastewater is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 13% from $2.3 billion in 2008 through 2015 to reach $5.5 billion. Globally, microfiltration membrane treatment is likely to witness 15% CAGR growth ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>World Filters</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R154-2012.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[ Global demand to rise 5.1% annually through 2013   Global demand for filters is forecast to expand 5.1 percent per year through 2013 to $58.3 billion. Market gains in the Africa/Mideast region, developing parts of the Asia/Pacific region, Eastern Europe and Latin America will considerably outpace increases in the US, Western Europe and Japan through 2013. Sales advances in developing areas will be driven by healthy economic growth, ongoing industrialization efforts and rising personal income levels, bolstering manufacturing output, building construction spending, and motor vehicle and motorcycle ownership levels. Stricter and better-enforced environmental and product purity rules in a number of these countries will also contribute to increases in filter demand, as will new household formations and additional population growth. China will post the biggest gains of any national market, with sales growth also expected to be strong in India and Russia, as well as in lower-volume markets like Indonesia, Turkey, ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Freedonia Focus on Fluorochemicals</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R761-1047.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[This report discusses US fluorochemical demand for the years 2003 and 2008, with forecasts for 2013.  Topics covered include market size, product and market segmentation, environmental and regulatory considerations, global overview, market environment, product and market forecasts, industry composition and leading participants.  Product segments cover fluorocarbons, inorganics and specialties, and fluoropolymers; market segments include refrigerants, aluminum production, blowing agents, components and other markets. This 19 page report also includes a highlights summary and a resources ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Water &amp; Sewer Utilities</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R3470-3208.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[The US commercial water and sewer utilities industry includes about 5,000 companies with combined annual revenue of $7 billion. Large companies include American Water, Aqua America, and California Water Service. The industry is fairly concentrated: the 50 largest companies account for 65 percent of industry revenue. The commercial industry is small compared to the $55 billion spent annually on water and sewer services by regional and local governments that operate their own systems.  COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE  Demand depends on commercial and residential water needs, which are partly related to population growth and partly to the level of economic activity. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficiency of operations, because prices are fixed by public utility commissions (PUCs). Large companies have economies of scale in operations and the ability to raise capital for infrastructure improvements. Small companies can compete successfully through superior engineering or by serving smaller local markets. The industry is capital-intensive: ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Water Supply in Australia - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30215.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Water Supply in Australia industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Firms in this industry catch, store, purify and supply water, usually via a system of pipes. Firms ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Sewerage and Drainage Services in Australia - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30216.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Sewerage and Drainage Services in Australia industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Firms in this industry operate sewerage systems, drainage systems, and sewerage treatment plants.   Report Contents   Risk Overview  The ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Waste Disposal Services in Australia - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30489.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Waste Disposal Services in Australia industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Operators in this industry collect or dispose of waste (except through sewerage systems). Activities include the ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Water Supply &amp; Irrigation Systems in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30552.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Water Supply & Irrigation Systems in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Firms in this industry operate water treatment plants and/or operate water supply systems. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Sewage Treatment Facilities in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30553.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Sewage Treatment Facilities in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Firms in this industry operate sewerage systems, or sewerage treatment facilities that collect, treat and ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Water Well Drilling in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-30580.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Water Well Drilling in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in drilling, tapping, and capping of water wells, and ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Waste Management Services in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-31094.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Waste Management Services in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   This industry primarily comprises establishments engaged in pumping and cleaning septic tanks and cesspools, and ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Remediation Services in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-31092.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Remediation Services in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   Establishments in this industry are engaged in the remediation and cleanup of contaminated buildings, mine sites, ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Waste Treatment &amp; Disposal Services in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-31091.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Waste Treatment & Disposal Services in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   This industry includes establishments which own and operate waste treatment or disposal facilities. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Waste Collection Services in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R538-31090.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[  Industry Risk Ratings Synopsis   This Industry Risk Ratings report from IBISWorld evaluates the inherent risks associated with the Waste Collection Services in the US industry. Industry Risk is assumed to be 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'.  The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the expected future performance of the industry (growth risk) and risk arising from forces external to the industry (external sensitivity risk).  This approach is new in that it analyses non-financial information surrounding each industry. Industries are scored on a 9-point scale, where 1 represents the lowest risk and 9 the highest. The Industry Risk score measures expected Industry Risk over the coming 12-18 months.   Industry Definition   This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in collecting and/or hauling waste. Waste collected includes hazardous ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Global Water and Wastewater Industry Growth Monitor</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R1-7552.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[This segment provides a detailed revenue analysis of companies in the global water and wastewater industry in order to identify the growth rank of each of the companies being analysed. It also presents a portfolio analysis of a combination of stocks within the industry for different time horizons and holding periods of investment.   Please Note:   this is delivered as a Excel file.
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Oman Water Report Q4 2009</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R302-8318.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[Oman&rsquo;s limited water resources have led the country to focus on the development of desalinated water,and it is the undoubted pioneer of independent power and water projects (IWPPs) in the region, with fivemajor IWPPs on its books.  Agriculture accounts for 93% of water use in Oman, and there are no plans to divert water away from thisrelatively unproductive resource. Instead, the sultanate has focused on desalination of seawater to boostsupplies to fast-growing urban areas.  The government is prepared to prioritise water projects within the national budget. Muscat has proposedUS$2bn in investment in the water sector over the 2006-2010 period as part of its seventh developmentplan and aims to privatise two wastewater companies as part of its commitment to liberalise the sector.  The government is placing greater emphasis on water conservation. A new &lsquo;Switch To Save&rsquo; campaignwas launched in May in which, over the three summer peak-demand months, consumers will beencouraged to take showers ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Qatar Water Report Q4 2009</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R302-8319.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[Qatar is a small country in terms of population, but it is one of the world&rsquo;s largest water consumers on aper capita basis. More than half of the country&rsquo;s water goes to the agricultural sector, but increasingdemand is coming from the country&rsquo;s growing urban population.  It is a country with limited and declining groundwater resources, and the state is therefore investingheavily in desalination plants. It has one of the longest-standing desalination programmes in the MiddleEast and so has garnered much experience in the sector.  Much of the expansion in Qatar&rsquo;s desalination programme is being achieved through independent waterand power projects (IWPPs). The largest of these is the Ras Girtas project currently under construction inthe Ras Laffan industrial complex. A further IWPP is said to be under consideration.  The country has been open to foreign investment for several years and is regarded as a relatively safeinvestment destination, with major international companies currently active in ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bahrain Water Report Q4 2009</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R302-8317.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[Bahrain receives groundwater by lateral under-flow from the Dammam aquifer, which is part of anextensive regional aquifer system. Excessive extraction from this aquifer has led to an increased salinecontent through water coming from adjacent brackish and saline water sources.  More than half of the country&rsquo;s water is provided by the Hidd independent water and power plant(IWPP), with just 15% of consumption provided by ground water in 2008. Desalinated water nowaccounts for more than 80% of Bahrain&rsquo;s water provision, a proportion that is likely to increase over time.  Desalinated water capacity has increased significantly since Q109 with the commissioning of the thirdphase of the Hidd Power Company desalination plant, which has raised output to 90mn gallons a day(g/d) - an increase of 60mn g/d over its previous capacity.  The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) is the agency responsible for the production and supply ofpower and water in Bahrain, working as an independent arm of ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Indian Water and Wastewater Outlook - Investment Analysis</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R1-7545.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[The research service provides an overview of the opportunities and drivers for the Indian water and wastewater market as the Indian economy bottoms out.
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Multi-Utility Meter Report - Market Research Report Ed 7 2009</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R374-264.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[In this new edition of the Multi-Utility Meter Report we have expanded the coverage of the marketing profiles to review 51 countries in detail, an expansion from 22 countries in the previous report. The countries contained are (new countries underlined): (Europe & CIS) Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, UK; Asia (Pacific)  Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam;  (South America) Argentina, Brazil, Chile; (North America) Canada, Mexico, USA, (Middle East) Iran: (Africa) Egypt, South Africa. 
  
The market is now broken down in value and volume by user segment, C&I and residential. The report also contains a table of population, numbers of households and the numbers of gas, water and electricity consumers in  all gas, ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Hydropower Energy Technologies Worldwide: Large, Small, Mini, Micro and Pico</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R460-218.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[This research report on Hydropower Energy presents an in-depth analysis of the development, applications, products, manufacturers, and trends in the development of the hydropower resources in the United States and around the world.  Topics include the full gamut of hydropower generation, from conventional hydropower to newer wave energy and hydrokinetic technologies, from very large systems providing electricity to millions of people to the smallest systems suitable for a single family.  Accounting for over 70% of renewable energy today, hydropower is poised to increase growth over the next five years, notwithstanding the emphasis currently being given to other renewable energy sources - wind and solar in particular.  The report provides a comprehensive assessment of the current hydropower market, the environmental concerns that have limited its development in developed countries, the potential opportunities for new development (particularly in upgrading existing dams that do not produce power), and an assessment ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Environmental Remediation</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R263-4149.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[The global outlook series on Environmental Remediation provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers a bird&rsquo;s eye view of the industry, highlights major growth factors, in addition to providing statistical insights into select markets. Discussion on the industry&rsquo;s most noteworthy regional market, the US, is amply detailed with unbiased research commentary and punctuated with 4 information rich market data tables designed to provide the reader a rudimentary understanding of the prevailing market climate. Other markets briefly synopsized to offer the reader a prelude to regional dynamics, include Canada, Japan, Germany, France, the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Slovakia, Korea, Taiwan, and Mexico. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of  301 companies active in the market.  
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Freedonia Focus on Waste Management &amp; Remediation</title>
<link>http://www.mindbranch.com/products/R761-1025.html</link>
<description> <![CDATA[This report discusses waste management and remediation service demand in the US for the years 2003 and 2008, with forecasts for 2013.  Topics covered include service and market segmentation, waste stream overview, market environment, service and market forecasts, industry composition and leading participants.  Service segments include waste collection, waste treatment and disposal, remediation services, and material recovery and other waste management services; market segments include government, residential, service industries, and other markets.  This 17 page report also includes a highlights summary and a resources ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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