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The Environmental Psychology program at the Graduate Center at the City University of New York would like to welcome 3 new students!
Manju Adikesavan is an architect-planner with multi-sectoral experience in urban planning and design, technology training, gender justice, and youth empowerment. Manju began her career working first as a planning consultant for regional development agencies and subsequently as an urban researcher of context and evidence-based planning and design practices in southern and western India. A wish to expand her horizons led Manju to enroll in CUNY Graduate Center’s M.A. in Liberal Studies program in 2014. Since then she has worked in advocacy, capacity building, and community service activities with New York City’s at-risk youth and under-served communities.
Manju believes a well-designed, affirming, healthful, and inclusive built environment is a crucial need and a basic human right. And, the facilitation of positive people-place connections that ensure access to the resources and opportunities necessary for living healthy, happy, and fulfilled lives is a vital requirement of urban planning and environmental design. Towards this end, Manju intends her doctoral work to further understanding of people-place connections and place-making practices. Of special interest are small-scale, critical, and creative people-place interactions that emphasize the individual and collective agency of people and communities in making their environments livable.
Sarah graduated from Oberlin College in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and Psychology. She received honors for her senior project, which addressed how biophilic architecture is more likely to increase ones sense of well-being and emotional connection with the natural world than regular buildings. Sarah was also a researcher for the Community-Based Social Marketing group at Oberlin, which aimed to promote sustainable behaviors in students throughout Oberlin. She co-wrote a chapter about some of the initial environmental marketing campaigns in, “The Contribution of Social Sciences to Sustainable Development at Universities”.
Sarah will be starting at CUNY in the Fall of 2018 and will study how housing policies and gentrification affect minority populations, as well as how to promote sustainable and affordable housing.
I studied Bachelor of Architectural Engineering and Master of Architecture, both at University of Art at Tehran, Iran. My main area of research interest is studying human-environment interactions, with a special focus on vulnerable populations like children, and my Master’s thesis was in this domain, Designing a Foster Group Home, with emphasis on the effects of environmental factors on foster children’s development and well-being. It was an interdisciplinary study, bridging the theories of developmental and environmental psychology to architectural design. Currently, I am working on a review of foster care system in Iran based on Deinstitutionalization Theory, and its implications for architectural design. At the Graduate Center, I’m willing to continue working on children’s environments, especially for more sensitive children, such as foster kids and street children. I’m also interested in participatory design with children and the issues of social justice in planning and design.
Environmental Psychology, Children’s Environment, Participatory Planning and Design, Social Ecology, Social and Environmental Justice, Child-Friendly Environments, Environment and Health, Environments of Vulnerable Populations
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Plenary confirmed with 535 votes to 63 and 53 abstentions a deal reached with the Council in December 2022. Under the agreement, member states applying to receive additional funds through an amended recovery and resilience plan will be required to include measures to save energy, produce clean energy and diversify energy supplies, as foreseen in the EU’s REPowerEU plan.
Boost independence and fight energy poverty
The new rules will cover measures retroactively from 1 February 2022, with some limited exceptions. MEPs made sure that these measures are designed to support investments to tackle energy poverty for vulnerable households, SMEs and micro-enterprises.
Cross border measures, transparency and climate
MEPs convinced EU countries to allocate at least 30% of their spending under REPowerEU to multi-country measures, addressing existing bottlenecks in energy transmission, distribution and storage as well as increasing cross-border flows, even if carried out by one EU country.
MEPs also achieved introducing new transparency rules concerning the 100 final recipients who receive the highest amount of funding. These rules will apply to the entirety of the recovery and resilience plans.
The “do no significant harm” principle should apply to the REPowerEU chapters, with temporary exemptions granted to measures that safeguard the EU’s immediate energy security concerns, minimise the potential environmental harm and do not jeopardise EU climate targets.
Parliament negotiators ensured that from the additional 20 billion euro in grants proposed by the Commission, 8 billion will come from an earlier auctioning of national emission allowances under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), while 12 billion will be taken from the Innovation Fund. In addition, no revenue raised through the ETS can be used for investments in fossil fuel.
More information can be found here.
Siegfried MUREŞAN (EPP, RO), co-rapporteur: “The REPowerEU Plan will help us ensure affordable energy prices for our people and our companies. It will enable us to secure our energy supply and to move away from dependency on Russian fossil fuels. In order for REPowerEU to generate real EU added value, member states should allocate at least 30% of the REPowerEU resources to cross border projects.”
Eider GARDIAZABAL RUBIAL (S&D, ES), co-rapporteur,: “We put together a plan to reduce the economic impact of the war while advancing the green transition. There will be an additional 20 billion euros to fight energy poverty, to promote green energy and to improve our energy storing abilities. We have negotiated a limited derogation to the “do no significant harm principle” as we are determined to fight against climate change and not to endanger EU climate objectives. We have also introduced changes such as greater transparency and priority for cross border projects”.
Dragoș PÎSLARU (Renew, RO), co-rapporteur: We fight fear with ambition, citizens had a tough year and we need sustainable solutions for them now, no later. Ask your governments what measures they plan to include in their national plans, let us insulate homes for our citizens, reskill our workforce for new green jobs, and help our companies. In RePowerEU we have now set clear requirements for identifying top beneficiaries, and we wait to see how governments will use the money.”
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In the realm of historical mysteries, few artifacts capture the imagination as profoundly as the purported time-travel watch of King Tutankhamun. Take a journey through history, archaeology, and the tantalizing world of speculative possibilities of King Tut’s Time-Travel Watch.
Archaeology offers us a window into the past, revealing captivating stories from civilizations long gone. Among the treasures uncovered in the tomb of the young pharaoh, King Tutankhamun, was an exquisite golden wristwatch-like object that stood out amidst the ancient riches. Scholars and experts have been both intrigued and puzzled by this seemingly anachronistic item. Could it truly be a time traveler’s relic?
The Timeless Anomaly: Analyzing the Watch
The mysterious artifact in question is a small, intricate object, strikingly resembling a modern wristwatch. Crafted with the utmost precision, the watch features a round face with distinct hour and minute hands, while the wristband displays a pattern of intricate gold links. The dexterity and craftsmanship required to create such a piece in ancient times defy conventional understanding.
Scholars emphasize that the watch’s appearance deviates significantly from the artistic style and technological sophistication of Ancient Egypt. This incongruity raises essential questions: How could an object seemingly from the future find its place within the burial chamber of a pharaoh who reigned over 3,300 years ago?
The Hypotheses: Unveiling the Possibilities
Plunge into the realm of speculative theories that attempt to decipher the enigma of King Tut’s anachronistic possession.
- Temporal Anomaly or Artistic Tribute? – One theory postulates that the watch is the result of a temporal anomaly, an object inexplicably transported across the fabric of time. While this idea fuels the imagination, it lacks concrete evidence and veers into the realm of science fiction.
- Evidence of Advanced Ancient Knowledge – An alternative hypothesis suggests that the watch reflects a level of technological advancement in Ancient Egypt that history has overlooked. Could there have been a sect of innovators capable of crafting such a device? Proponents argue that ancient civilizations might have possessed scientific knowledge that was later lost or suppressed.
- Modern Intrusion or Elaborate Hoax? – Skeptics propose that the watch might be a modern intrusion—a misplaced item inadvertently introduced during excavation or conservation efforts. Additionally, the possibility of an elaborate hoax cannot be dismissed. Crafting an object with the appearance of advanced technology could be an attempt to spark intrigue and debate.
The Rifts in Time: Historical Context
Exploring the watch’s origins within the historical context of King Tut’s reign unveils a tapestry of possibilities. The 18th dynasty of Ancient Egypt was marked by cultural and artistic flourishing, as well as political upheaval. It’s within this complex backdrop that the watch’s existence, if authentic, finds its place.
Tutankhamun, thrust into power at a young age, ruled during a tumultuous period. His short reign was characterized by efforts to restore traditional religious practices after his predecessor Akhenaten’s radical shift. This religious realignment led to the restoration of temples and gods, providing a fertile ground for innovative ideas to emerge.
The Quest for Answers
Embark on a journey through investigations and passionate debates that continue to surround this timeless mystery.
Despite exhaustive analyses and spirited discussions, the question of the watch’s authenticity and origin remains unresolved. The prevailing consensus leans toward the artifact being a modern creation, an ingenious imitation designed to bewilder and captivate. However, the allure of a genuine time-travel connection still tantalizes those drawn to unexplained phenomena.
As technology advances, techniques for dating and analyzing artifacts continue to evolve. The watch, subjected to further scientific scrutiny, could potentially yield new insights. Nevertheless, until concrete evidence emerges, the enigmatic watch of King Tut serves as a testament to the eternal human fascination with the unknown and the boundless possibilities of the past, present, and future.
Beyond the Boundaries of Time
The enigma of King Tut’s unexplained watch takes us on an enthralling journey that transcends temporal boundaries. While skepticism shrouds the notion of a time traveler’s relic, the artifact captivates our minds, inviting us to ponder the mysteries that history holds. As we peer into the past, the watch remains an enduring symbol of the uncharted realms that continue to beckon us, reminding us that the allure of the unknown is as timeless as the artifact itself. | <urn:uuid:e9e2da4d-3885-4efc-8c30-66d753ec274b> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://everythingunexplained.com/king-tuts-time-travel-watch/ | 2024-02-26T17:33:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.917645 | 938 | 1 |
Case Rosewood Standard Jig Folding Hunter with Leather Sheath
This Folding Hunter is a part of our Working Knives collection. Our Working line salutes hard driving team players who answer the call and give it their all until the work is finally done. The Folding Hunter is a work of art and a finely crafted tool all-in-one featuring Clip and Skinner blades. This folding knife includes Clip and Skinner blades. The Clip blade is commonly used as a multi-purpose blade, preferred for detail work, and is a great pocket knife to use in the field. The Skinner blade is ideal for skinning purposes among other different everyday demands. This knife is constructed with Case Tru-Sharp™ stainless steel which is a special high-carbon steel that helps the blades hold an edge longer than conventional steel. It also offers extraordinary blade strength and corrosion resistance. Comes conveniently packaged in a box. Made in Bradford, PA, USA from domestic and imported materials.
- Tru-Sharp™ surgical steel blades
- Clip and Skinner blades
- Jigged brown staminawood handle
- Length: 5.25 inches closed and 6.7 ounces
- Limited lifetime warranty
The Clip blade is extremely versatile — just the thing for those everyday tasks at work or around the house. With a sharp point for piercing, the shape allows for better control of the cutting edge.
The Skinner blade is ideal for the hunter and outdoorsman. The curved shape of the blade allows for a more aggressive cut.
Pattern Stamp:6265 SS
Blade Type:Clip, Skinner
Blade Length(s):4.10 in, 4.10 in
Lock Type:Non-Locking (Slip Joint)
Blade Material:Tru-Sharp™ Stainless
Closed Length:5.25 in
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6 days - Family Lakeside Stay in Finland with Christmas Activities
Enjoy a magical Christmas season at beautiful Kurula's Resort with picturesque views over frozen lake and snow covered fells. Accommodation is in private premium suites with north-facing floor-to-ceiling windows, ideal for viewing the Northern Lights, if lucky, from the comfort of your suite as they dance before you across the private lake.
Spend six unforgettable days participating in fun activities. Each evening, unwind in your own suite with sauna, open plan living area and kitchen.
Included in your stay is a Northern Lights Hunt by Car, Husky Safari and Santa visit, Reindeer Safari with soup lunch in a hut, Snowmobiling and Ice Fishing. Winter overalls and all meals are also included.
Kurula's Resort offers accommodation in spacious suites equipped with its own sauna, kitchen and deck. The suite is 40-42m2 in size and accommodates up to four people. Each suite has a deck or balcony with views to the lake and fells perfect for aurora watching. Rooms are equipped with queen size beds, fridge, hob, oven, microwave, lounge area, smart TV, Wifi, sauna, bathroom and drying cabinet.
All the activities in this tour are suited for children from 4 years old and up. If you would like to add more active adventures for adults and teenagers, please ask about including E-Fatbiking to your tour.
This destination is located close to the Pyhätunturi ski resort. It is possible to include alpine skiing in your stay. We recommend arranging ski rental and tickets while in Pyhä area with the lodge staff.
Due to high demand, many of our Christmas tours become fully booked over the 24/25 December dates, however, most of our tours have pre-Christmas departures running just before the busy Christmas period. Flights and activities are also easier to prepare at this stage.
- Day 1
- Arrive Rovaniemi, transfer to Pyhätunturi and settle into your suite
- Day 2
- Husky Sledding & Private Meeting with Santa
- Day 3
- Reindeer Sledding
- Day 4
- Ice Fishing & Chase the Northern Lights
- Day 5
- Snowmobile tour – Explore the secrets of arctic nature
- Day 6
- Return to Rovaniemi airport & depart
- Start/End Place
- Rovaniemi, Finland
- Country Visited
- 6 Days
- Start Date
- Travel Style
- Independent holiday with moderately active activities and no porterage included
Please note that all our itineraries, inclusions, dates and prices displayed on this website may change at any time. If you book an itinerary today and have this confirmed it will be the itinerary that is delivered to you. However, the online itinerary on our website may change in the meantime.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Private transfer between Rovaniemi (Airport or city) and Pyhätunturi
- 5 nights with premium suites with lake view for Auroras, with end cleaning (note: no daily cleaning)
- Six guided activities with transportation from the accommodation including a 5 km Husky safari and Santa visit, Reindeer safari and soup lunch in a hut, Northern lights hunt by car, Snowmobile Safari and Ice-fishing
- Daily Breakfast and buffet dinner
- Soup lunch at the resort or light lunch during activities
- Overalls and winter shoes, and any necessary equipment for the activities
- Return private transfer between Rovaniemi Airport or City and resort
- Snow bowling and sledges for sledding at any time for you to use
Flights, travel insurance, luggage handling & optional excursions.
Optional activities include: E-fatbiking tour, visiting the Amethyst Mine, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
If you would like to stop at the Santa's Village in Rovaniemi, we can arrange this for an additional price.
Day 1 - Arrive Rovaniemi, transfer to Pyhätunturi and settle into your suite
Arrive Rovaniemi and private transfer (approx. 1.5 hours) to Pyhätunturi, located about 100 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle.
Pyhätunturi is located in the middle of Finnish Lapland and is home to this new winter resort. Sit back and enjoy the open fire in the lobby on your arrival or relax in your private suite with a sauna. Kids can let off some steam and enjoy the free activities: snow bowling and sledding hill + sledges
Dinner at the hotel's restaurant tonight. Be sure to relax in your private little sauna to warm up this evening before bed.
Day 2 - Husky Sledding & Private Meeting with Santa
After breakfast, head off for a wintertime safari with husky teams and a visit to the husky farm. Before departing on the 5km dogsledding safari, you will be given instruction on how to control the sleds. Two persons share a sled and there will be an opportunity to change drivers. Enjoy some hot berry juice by an open fire and chat with the head musher about these amazing northern animals once you return to the ranch. During the safari, you will also get to meet Santa.
Lunch at the hotel, and in the afternoon and evening, relax at the hotel before a tasty buffet dinner.
Day 3 - Reindeer Sledding
This morning, you will go on a reindeer sleigh ride. Transportation by car to a reindeer farm to try this traditional way of travelling through snowy forests. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee with a bun around a campfire and learn about the life of reindeer herders.
During the afternoon, enjoy the Pyhä area nature, or just relax at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Day 4 - Ice Fishing & Chase the Northern Lights
Today, you will try you hand at ice fishing at the lake. Be challenged by cutting the ice and dipping your fishing rods into the frozen lake. Lunch at the hotel.
After dinner at the hotel, head out by car in search of the magical Northern Lights. We will driver through the snowy landscapes and find the best spot to see the lights, hoping that the skies are clear tonight.
Day 5 - Snowmobile tour – Explore the secrets of arctic nature
Come and experience the crisp, frosty winter landscape on a snowmobile safari tour – exploring the secrets of arctic nature and Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Younger children share the snowmobile with their parents during this 2-hour safari. Kids shorter then 140cm need to sit in the slegde pulled by the guide.
After dinner, make sure to enjoy the soft heat of sauna for the one last time before your departure home tomorrow.
Day 6 - Return to Rovaniemi airport & depart
After breakfast, transfer to the Rovaniemi airport. If you wish to explore this Santa town, please speak to us about options as we can add a visit to Santa's village before departure.
All prices listed are per person, twin/double share. Please note daily activity schedule subject to change. This tour is suitable for +4 years olds.
Family triple is 2 adults and 1 child age 4-14
Family quad is 2 adults and 2 children age 4-14
23 Dec 2024
23 Dec 2024
23 Dec 2024
28 Dec 2024
18 Dec 2024
18 Dec 2024
2 Jan 2025
2 Jan 2025
2 Jan 2025
Each suite has its own sauna, kitchen, deck or balcony and views to the lake and fells. Each suite accommodates up to four people
• Suite size 40m2 - 42,5m2
• Deck or balcony
• Queen size beds x 2
• Fridge, hob, oven & Microwave
• Lounge area
• Smart TV & WiFi
• Sauna & bathroom
• Drying cabinet
Please note, the day-by-day order of activities are not yet set and may change. Final program will be detailed in your tour documents.
Interactive Tour Map
Practical information about Scandinavian Hotels
- Hotel rooms in Scandinavia are normally furnished with twin beds, which can be moved together to form a double bed or placed separately. Please note that single rooms are generally smaller than doubles, and are often equipped with a shower instead of a bath. Purpose-built triple or family rooms are likewise unusual in Scandinavian hotels. Whilst it is possible for 3 persons to share a room, this will normally be a double room with an extra bed, with correspondingly less space to move about in.
- It is also unusual to have a porter at hotels to carry your luggage.
- There is free wi-fi in many hotels in Scandinavia.
- Unexpectedly, all forms of Scandinavian accommodation rarely provide tea and coffee facilities in their rooms. If you are lucky, a kettle will be supplied but nothing else. Please ask at reception for some provisions when you arrive or just carry a small selection from home.
- Please also note that in Scandinavia - in particular, during winter - the included lunch will often be a hearty warm soup with bread.
- More remote hotels in Lapland will offer dinner at an additional cost. In some spots, there will be limited choices else where. Generally, you get a very nice home-cooked Scandinavian dinner. However, you may sometimes find only one or two choices only for your main course.
- In Scandinavia, it is normal for washing and laundry facilities to be in the basement. If you are staying in apartment type accommodation, check downstairs or ask for assistance.
Practical Information for travelling and packing for Scandinavian Winter
- Warm wind and water proof jacket and trousers large enough to fit thick woollen jumper/clothing underneath
- Rain trousers – waterproof and breathable material
- Warm windproof cap/hat
- Warm gloves or mittens. Mittens where all fingers except the thumb are together are often warmer than gloves.
- Windproof gloves or mittens, which you can pull over the warm gloves
- Warm scarf
- 2 pairs of long woollen underwear (Merino wool in a few different thicknesses is perfect)
- 1-2 warm woollen jumper(s), or one jumper and a warm fleece
- Woollen or fleece trousers
- 2-3 pairs of warm woollen socks
- Warm & sturdy footwear with good grip
- Clothes for indoors, i.e. a shirt, T-shirts and jeans or cotton trousers
- Back pack for day trips (approx. 30 litre)
- Light footwear/trainers (mainly for indoors)
- Sun screen & Lip salve (the sun reflects off the snow and the air is dry)
- Hand warmers
- Nordic Grip anti-slip soles for walking on ice
- Personal medication
- Water bottle - thermo, or include a cover to keep warm (or you can stick it into a warm sock)
- Travel documents (including insurance)
- Photo ID
- Note book and pencil
- Camera, memory cards and charger
- Chargers for other gadgets
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Supercharge your diet with Enrichd Superfoods
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Enrichd Superfoods offers a wide number of high grade superfoods ranging from protein, mushrooms, teas and coffees. Some of their best products include plant based protein (BCAA’s), medicinal mushrooms (including Reishi, Chaga and Lion’s Mane), maca and herbal teas. The unique medicinal mushrooms each offer mainly health benefits per species. For example, the odd-looking Lion’s Mane mushroom helps brain function, supports the immune system and acts as an anti-inflammatory.
Enrichd Superfoods is truly food for the livingand the destination for those who want to go one step further on their health and fitness journey. It’s eco-friendly ethos and promise to make you healthier from the inside with chemically free produce that’s renowned for having a high nutrient density. With over a decade of writing, sourcing and research, the brand’s mission to is ‘at least be organic’ and try to pick mainly wild foods too.
Join Richard Enion at FitFest Oxford on June 15thwhere he will be exhibiting his amazing food brand. He will also be hosting the unmissable, inspirational and shocking talk “Choosing organic and environmental health with Rich” from 3:15pm where he will be sharing his knowledge and wisdom on how your tea and mushrooms can connect you with your deepest health and philosophy. Book tickets now at https://fitfestoxford.com/tickets/ | <urn:uuid:ae6200af-9752-4898-b95d-c922048610ea> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://fitfestoxford.com/supercharge-your-diet-with-enrichd-superfoods/ | 2024-02-26T18:37:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.943017 | 392 | 1 |
By Craig Norris, NCT Forestry
Across the globe, the demand for certified products has increased dramatically over the past decade with the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) logo becoming a globally recognised and respected brand.
In South Africa, 80% of the commercial timber plantations are certified. Komatiland Forests was the first plantation to gain FSC certification in South Africa, with most large and medium corporate growers following suit. NCT Forestry Cooperative was the first to achieve group FSC certification. Group FSC chain of custody and forest management schemes have been developed to help smaller enterprises achieve FSC certification by reducing the costs of certification per member.
Even still there is concern that small-scale timber growers and family run forestry participants (small-scale farmers) are being left behind with respect to certification. As a result, a national certification agency, the South African Forestry Assurance Scheme (SAFAS) has been established with the aim of developing a system that can be endorsed by the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).
It is hoped, with both systems in place, certification will be opened up to all South African forestry owners and managers. This will help all industry players to meet the future demands for certified timber, as well as realise the social, environmental, cultural and economic benefits that certification brings.
To read on, download the case study:
click here: Certification a global phenomenon
Case study compiled 2017
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Hi Pierre: Yes, such a hypothetical aircraft could just use batteries (if it existed)… Their proposal of going the 25% efficient hydrogen route, to me, indicates maybe they don’t understand simple math. That is a red flag toward taking anything else they say seriously. I may have been somewhat joking about the airship flipping upside-down after launch due to the weight of the solar cells on top, but maybe not - have they considered the weight and balance aspect? Who knows? I’m also thinking that since an airship is buoyant, it might not need much power during the night anyway, since it should require no power to simply remain airborne.
In this project, hydrogen would only be used for supply the motors, not for buoyancy, which is ensured with helium. And this airship would move day and night.
Hi Pierre: Yes, I read that it would be buoyed by helium. That means it would not need power to remain airborne at night. Therefore, what would be the point of a 25% return on energy stored during the day, if the original electricity could just be used at 100% during the day for propulsion? I did not see any indication of how the hydrogen might be stored. If it is at ambient pressure, that would be one thing, otherwise it might require compression, further reducing overall efficiency.
One aspect you have not addressed is how many of these giant airship stories have been published over the last 15 years, or even the last 50 years, while none have actually been built.
Some book suggestions: https://www.reddit.com/r/kites/comments/177sjaf/bridling_guidelines/
A post was merged into an existing topic: Using a kite to lift a regular wind turbine?
Your other topic is now a mess with comments that talk about something else. If you like I can move some of the comments, that you would list, here, or maybe to a new topic. But your new proposed topic is dumb and I don’t see why we would want to give space to every dumb idea.
I see the problem. The “two simplest ideas” (of which one in on topic, but the other is not) were largely discussed and mixed. So it is difficult to see what comment could be displaced.
The new proposed topic is about the second of the “two simplest ideas”. @dougselsam seems to consider that these two ideas should be more investigated. I just see that @tallakt liked it. I think it’s a basic idea, without thinking that this idea is promising.
My opinion is that you could merge these two topics, renaming them: Using an aerostat or a kite as a lifter of a regular wind turbine?
I guess. I merged them. They are kind of the same topic and kind of not. You can rename the topic.
Thanks. I deleted my double comment and renamed the topic so that the discussion of “the two simplest ideas for AWE” is reflected.
Just saw this
A 10% improvement in gas turbine efficiency. Should reduce fuel consumption by 10% for the same amount of electricity generated, if it all works out.
Yeah, if man were meant to fly, God would have given him wings! We only need one airplane maker in the world - Boeing - we can rely on them to bow to new rules requiring engines that don’t fit, so they can then apply a software band-aid that kills everyone when they crash!
I can’t believe the U.S. car companies wasted billions developing electric cars, and now they aren’t selling. Ford loses the price of a regular car on every electric they sell, so they’re backing out. Same with GM. Nearly everyone seems to fall for the fake “reality” superimposed over the real reality. At some point they wake up.
That seems to be related to the fact that Tesla in fact is earning money on their cars, putting Ford in a squeeze… it does mean though that Ford must level up or perish, because the future is not fossile fuel based
It may seem that way to someone with a restricted information flow, but I keep hearing on the financial channel that fossil fuel use worldwide is still increasing. People are getting tired of Tesla. The cars look like little turtles. Their “trucks” are not moving forward. The vehicles weigh too much, and cost too much, meaning they take too many resources to build. Fuel cars only need to carry half of their fuel - the other half comes from the air. They are imitations of living, breathing beings, that help green the planet by providing much needed CO2 to plants. CO2 levels had reached an unprecedented low, almost to the point below where plants can even survive. It may be that fuels transition to a more sustainable insertion into the carbon cycle, by using methane clathrates directly from the sea bottom instead of waiting millions of years for it to be subducted deep underground where it slowly turns into oil .Viewpoints change like, well, like the weather. Yesterday’s “scientific fact” is often today’s complete nonsense. it is easy to just keep repeating “the propaganda”, but over time things change. A different, yet completely scientific, way of looking at it is that fossil fuels are bringing a dying, about-to-freeze planet, back to live, after all the carbon was slowly subducted underground over billions of years. Temps have been in severe decline since the dinosaurs, and if it goes on much longer, we could find ourselves in a “snowball Earth”. Just sayin’ - there are many scientifically-valid ways to look at such a complicated situation, and popular viewpoints go in and out of style, sometimes pretty quickly - you never know!
I’ll give you a sppecific example of a “well-known scientific fact” that went on for decades, which I personally debunked for years:
Every “expert” including doctors, “journalists”, etc., “KNEW” that two drinks a day for men, one for women, “was healthy and increased longevity”. It was admitted that the drinks increased cancer risk, but the supposed benefit was increased heart health.
I used to write to “Scientific American” telling them that the articles stating that falsehood was placed right across the page from ads for Absolute Vodka, etc., and their main sponsors just happened to be alcohol companies. There it was, little old me, going against the entire “scientific establishment”.
Well more recently, people have done metastudies disproving the “alcohol is healthy” falsehood.
Turns out, as I suspected all along, there were statistical flukes that led all those “super-smart people” astray. Turned out the sampling of non-drinkers included a lot of ex-alcoholics who had already ravaged their bodies, and so who, as “non-drinkers”, had a shorter lifespan. It was that simple. Who knew it all along? Me, that’s who. If you want the real story, ask people like me.
Well. Though I would have liked more models to choose from, and Tesla have been getting flack for their customer service in Norway, I have never been happier with a car than I have been with my Model 3. The thought of going back to a gasoline based car seems totally alien to me at this point.
Electric cars was a thing waiting to happen but was blocked by car companies and oil companies, who did not have real incentive to change until Tesla and global warming came along.
Say what you want, people really enjoy Teslas here. To say they would prefer a gasoline Ford just doesnt make any sense (well maybe in an alternative facts based world).
It is only to be expected that some larger companies like Toyota and Ford are unable to follow the general pace of innovation these days, and so are doomed to a severe cut in market share.
Though why is Ford important? The cars arent much to boast of and their management has some of the highest salaries around. Maybe its just good riddance?
If Tesla werent US based, things were looking very bleak for US car industry, from where I stand.
Well, that is also good information Tallak. Nothing like actual user experience. I don;t really think it was oil companies influence, or car companies “dragging their feet” that stopped the adoption of electric cars, so much as affordability and the weight of batteries. With the wide adoption of laptops and smartphones, lithium ion batteries became sufficiently developed that electric cars became a more practical choice. But originally, even Henry Ford’s wife drove an electric car, as electric cars were once the norm, way back when cars were just getting started. Lead-acid batteries were just too heavy, with a limited number of charge cycles, compared to buying gasoline at the local drugstore (as it started).
The configuration that we were told would soon dominate the automotive world, way back in the 1970;s, was what they called a “hybrid” concept, which was essentially an electric drivetrain powered by a small gasoline generator that was either on or off at any moment, tuned to burn cleanly at a single RPM, and it was envisioned that the small motor could be a turbine. Well, that never happened. More official narrative that turned out to be wrong. Personally, I spent most of my younger years envisioning an electric car infrastructure powered by solar panels and wind turbines. As someone who builds their own generators, which are actually electric motors, using my own custom-made neodymium magnets, I’m a big fan (no not a windmill) of the electric drivetrain. Nothing like the simplicity of a single moving part! But I don’t rule out the emergence of the original concept of a hybrid vehicle. Already, “plug-in hybrids” are taking an increasing market share. I believe at least one has no physical connection from the gasoline moto9r to the drivetrain, but the motor just powers a generator that charges a relatively small and lightweight battery. Even the California projections for 2035 include plug-in hybrids. So we’ll see where it goes. I am really tired of dealing with pistons and all the complication that car engines entail these days. Almost impossible to work on, even for experienced mechanics. Too many sensors and electronics. But so far, electric cars weigh too much, and are not affordable for the average person to buy. Plus, most less-affluent people, especially living in apartments, don’t have a way to charge an electric car. Anyway, once you’ve been around for many decades, you begin to see how fads come and go, and how established “scientific facts” can turn on a dime, with the “authorities” scarcely even admitting they were wrong, or in other cases not standing up for the fact that they were right all along. I’m glad to hear you are happy with your car. I met a lady in the Walmart parking lot the other day, charging up her new Polestar. It looked really cool. She said she used to have a tesla, and never saw what was so great about it, but now she really liked her Polestar much better. The stock is about $2 today, down from a SPAC merger at $10. Ticker symbol PSNY. Might be a strategic investment, although the price could still drop further for a better buy.
Why not let the car companies figure ut who is here for the long haul in a worldwide drive-off [aka the world]? That is, rather than spending money buying stocks that could be spent on AWE…
It’s good to have a diversified portfolio of assets. Not good to have all your eggs in one basket. Let’s say you get rich with AWE. Next is you are responsible for investing the money wisely. So now you have become an investor whether you like it or not.
Polestar was a racing division of Volvo Cars. Volvo Cars was bought by Geely in China. They are producing Volvos and Polestar and a few other names. Polestar’s sales are doubling every year. They are almost profitable. Building a plant in the U.S. so as to qualify for incentives and bypass tariffs. Polestar electric cars are fast like a Tesla, but weigh a few hundred pounds more. They look cool - good styling. But the main thing to me was how happy the lady I talked to was with hers, after being underwhelmed by her previous Tesla. She said the Polestar drives and feels much smoother, yet with a similar range.
PSNY Stock up 8% today so far.
Speaking of goofy ideas that will never be built, what ever happened to the stacks of concrete blocks lifted and stacked by a crane, as energy storage? Wasn;t it only in the last year or two we saw this “breakthrough” in so many “news” outlets? Do you think it could store much more energy than a single tesla car battery? At what cost? Was that more “really smart people”? So what happened to that idea? Where is one today? Did someone finally do the elementary school math on it? | <urn:uuid:99cfb686-99f2-4954-bc4d-3e4d9ac416ac> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://forum.awesystems.info/t/slow-chat-ii/2516/47 | 2024-02-26T17:05:42Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.975502 | 2,831 | 4 |
Gnarly Bay, who I wrote about a few months back, have just released their latest film, “SPACE.” It's a film that explorers the idea of space, but not in the conventional sense. I spoke with Dan over at Gnarly Bay who talked about the inspiration for “SPACE” and how it took almost six years to complete this video, using footage that was shot back in 2009 when he first traveled with a DSLR through New Zealand with his then girlfriend, now wife.
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I'll be the first to admit it: As a videographer, I'm a sucker for a prime lens. While I love the versatility of zooms, nothing has forced me to learn more about what I'm doing in the heat of the moment than using primes. However, I always find myself going back to the 28mm prime. It is my go-to lens in many situations and when it's not it's still in my kit always ready to go. There are a few reasons I love my 28mm and I think they may persuade you to give one a go.
For many of our readers here, their bread and butter is photography. In the past we've talked about why you should be creating BTS videos of your shoots. Or you could be a one man/woman band that has found themselves on a video shoot by themselves with no dedicated sound person. Our friends over at Story & Heart have put out a great new tutorial from their Academy of Storytellers about how to capture and use great natural sounds.
There are a lot of videos online, I mean a lot. The two words I hear out of clients that always make me cringe are "viral video." I want you to take a couple of seconds and expunge those words from your vocabulary... great! As many of you know SEO is the driving factor for long form content (such as this article.) Believe it or not, most of the principles that apply here are almost identical for video SEO.
Black Diamond Equipment is known for making top-of-the-line outdoors equipment for skiers, snowboarders, and climbers. Recently, they launched their video series BDTV Season 1, which is going to be compromised of short videos about people who they believe embody their core values. These videos are a great examples of storytelling using short video format and deserve further examination. That way you can apply the same learnings to your own video work.
“Star Wars” fans around the world are patiently awaiting the arrival of “Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens” on December 18. That being said, the hype train has been running full steam ahead since the initial trailer for “The Force Awakens” was released almost 10 months ago. Since the release of “A New Hope” in 1977, “Star Wars” has created a fanatical fan base, with an expansive universe and many stories to be told. Fan films have been a part of that universe for many decades now, and they have gotten so big that “Star Wars” has an entire section of their site with awards dedicated to them.
Lifestyle Photographers Pty. Ltd. have found themselves in hot water with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC.) Lifestyle Photographers Pty. Ltd. could face up to $1.1 million in fines if the allegations of targeting and tricking Aboriginal consumers into paying up to $10,000 for family photos hold up.
Transitions in videos are vital; it can enhance the viewing experience or completely pull you out of the element. Many new filmmakers wrestle with creating transitions that aren’t jump cuts or fades.Sometimes they don't even know if they should preplan their transitions or just go with the flow. Story & Heart recently partnered with Vimeo and filmmaker Matty Brown to talk about how he builds his unique transitions.
As photographers we are constantly learning. It's how we get better at our craft, to say we are always learning is an understatement. Everyone I know in the field is always looking up how to do something better or more efficiently. People tend to start to see these when they try to transition mediums, be it from photo to video, and they begin to realize they have to learn things from the ground up. As photographers we tend to stick with what we know we are good at, but how do we go about identifying our weaknesses and improve on them?
Keeping track of contracts and payments can be somewhat cumbersome. If you're like me, sometimes you want to write everything down and have an excel spreadsheet just to double check everything. Along with that there is a neatly organized folder on your hard drive, external, and hard copied in a cabinet somewhere. Agree wants to eliminate a majority of the hassle we experience in our day to day when talking to clients.
As artists and creatives we thrive off of energy, at least I know I do. Sometimes we can be our own worst enemies and talk ourselves out projects we want to do, want to come back to, or have almost given up on. I've been on this end of the spectrum, holed up in my editing bay whacking my head against the wall on my third cup of coffee. When there is no one around to talk through the details of a project, it can start to become extremely daunting. This is why working out of shared spaces can be a life saver for some creatives, like myself. Let's take a look at what benefits come with working in a shared space.
We've all done it, be it blow drying our hair or plugging too many things into one socket. At some point in your life you've tripped a breaker. Now, imagine doing just that but you're in the middle of a shoot. Not only does it throw off your entire shoot, but it's embarrassing and can make you look unprofessional. Thankfully our friends over at Story & Heart have put together a helpful infographic to avoid this exact scenario.
NASA New Horizons spacecraft has officially arrived at Pluto and the Kuiper belt after a decade in space. NASA Administrator Charles Bolden stated, "Once again we have achieved a historic first. The United States is the first nation to reach Pluto, and with this mission has completed the initial survey of our solar system, a remarkable accomplishment that no other nation can match." Accomplishments aside, these are the clearest images we have ever seen of Pluto.
Hillary Clinton has taken the web by storm again. This time it's not because of a new policy she is using on the road, but rather the new "innovation" she and her political team came up with to herd the press around. At the Independence Day parade in Gorman, New Hampshire, the press and photographers were lead along the parade route by two aides carrying rope that nobody was allowed to pass.
As video becomes more widely adopted by companies, it's clear that you may be approached to shoot video. However, when it comes to shooting video there are a lot of rules, some similar to photography, to keep in mind. Setting up a check list is the best way to make sure your video shoots go off without a hitch.
A few weeks back I spoke about one of the advantages of mobile videographer. One of the key features I highlighted was the ability to shoot in slo-motion in 720p on most mobile devices. Let's not forget other DSLR's and video cameras that are able to shoot slo-mo in even higher resolutions.
The biggest question now is how do you go about utilizing the footage you've shot for yourself or a client? There are a variety of techniques we as filmmakers and videographers can use. One of the being speed ramping, which is when you use varying frame rates in a video to bring...
It's been a month since most undergraduates walked across the stage and received their diplomas. The glow is still there as summer ramps up, but will soon wear off as August approaches and they realize they will not be moving back to the alma mater. With summer in high gear let's take a look at what recent undergraduates can do to make sure they are successful moving forward.
Google has announced Jump at their 2015 I/O conference, a new 360-degree virtual reality platform that will be launching this summer. Google's hope is to make virtual reality more accessible. Jump will use raw video footage to assemble a 3D virtual reality space. It's aiming to be the premiere workflow for assembling virtual reality worlds.
When audiences at the Sundance Film Festival were told that "Tangerine" was filmed entirely on an iPhone 5S, people were not sure if they believed it. It soon became clear that this was a fact, and that mobile videography had reached a new plateau in the film world.
One of the great things that Instagram does is bring the social of social media to life. Known amongst the Instagram community as InstaMeets, these real life meetup groups promote a collaborative and inspiring atmosphere for attendees. InstaMeets are held worldwide and Instagram holds an annual World Wide InstaMeet every year, with this year's meet culminating in 124,141 photos as of this post. Users are encourage to hold their own InstaMeets, and Instagram has an entire page dedicated community page for them. So what's all the fuss about? Let's look at five reasons you should attend an InstaMeet. | <urn:uuid:70298bd5-c8dc-4f02-9c9d-250dd0e6dea0> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://fstoppers.com/profile/19697/articles | 2024-02-26T18:50:28Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.972089 | 1,944 | 1 |
How Do Solar Deck Lights Work?
During the day, solar deck lights generate and store energy, which they then release at night. They are self-contained, wireless units that do not require any special installation and are also simple to use.
They also add a lot of features to outdoor landscaping, allowing you to be more creative with your garden design.
Advantages of solar Deck Lights
- Deck lighting is necessary for increasing safety.
- A well-lit deck improves curb appeal by increasing safety and overall beauty.
- Solar lights do not come in a single brightness. There are different brightness levels, which are lights that use more power and thus glow brighter.
- Solar lighting requires less upkeep and lasts longer.
- One of the most straightforward lighting systems to install
- Flexibility and versatility in use
How Do Solar Deck Lights Work?
- Solar energy is collected and stored by the deck lights using solar cells.
- The solar cell converts sunlight into direct current electricity. A solar light’s solar cell is visible as a dark panel on top.
- Multiple layers of crystalline silicone and chemicals are used to create layers of negatively charged electrons and positively charged spaces in a solar cell. The negatively-charged electrons are excited and pushed into the positively-charged spaces as sunlight passes through the solar cell.
- The electron stream is then transferred as a direct current of electricity through wires embedded in the solar cell to a battery, which stores the electricity until it is needed.
- As sunlight is converted to electricity, the battery charges throughout the day. The solar cell stops converting sunlight as evening approaches, weakening and eventually disappearing.
- When a light’s photoreceptor detects darkness, it turns on the light, which is usually made up of several light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The light is then powered by the battery throughout the night. This cycle is repeated every day.
- The solar panel’s deck light photoresistor alert system will alert and prevent overcharging, and all of this is pre-programmed internally to ensure that the solar deck lights work perfectly.
- For safety and security, some models have motion sensors that light up when an object or person moves.
Tips, Maintenance and Precaution Of Solar Deck Lights
- Before using, turn on the switch and charge for 6–8 hours in a sunny location.
- You must ensure that they are simple to install and operate, that they turn on and off automatically or manually at dusk and dawn, that they charge properly during the day, and that they are weatherproof (both water resistance and heat resistance).
- To get enough sunlight, make sure the solar panel’s surface is clean.
- Check the lumens count provided by the manufacturer to determine the correct brightness level of the lights you want to buy.
- Turn on the switch that allows the cells to transfer energy to the batteries before using the lights.
Nothing beats relaxing on a front porch lit by deck lights, in our opinion. We also understand the significance of beautiful outdoor lighting.
Solar deck lights are both affordable and visually appealing. When it comes to lighting up your deck, outside walls, patios, or pathways, go green and get some solar lights! | <urn:uuid:2d5da326-3326-440a-ac09-f53a8099e6fb> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://gardenandoutdoors.com/how-do-solar-deck-lights-work/ | 2024-02-26T17:24:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.92648 | 670 | 1 |
Casio to Release MR-G with Iconic Form and Comfortable Dura Soft Band
TOKYO, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a new addition to the MR-G line, the flagship of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new MRG-B5000R inherits the iconic shape of the very first G-SHOCK — representing the brand’s point of origin — and features a highly comfortable Dura Soft band.
Based on the concept of delivering “the ultimate in toughness-driven watches,” the MR-G line sits at the pinnacle of the G-SHOCK brand, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and master metalworking techniques. Inheriting the iconic form of the original G-SHOCK, the original MRG-B5000 was released in 2022. Featuring a bezel with the Multi-Guard Structure to enable precision polishing, the watch employed cutting-edge materials including COBARION®, a super-hard alloy, finished with master polishing craftsmanship. With features such as these, it has proven very popular as the flagship model of the G-SHOCK brand.
The new MRG-B5000R builds on the MRG-B5000, employing a soft, comfortable Dura Soft band to offer flexible ease of use befitting the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand and deliver suitability for both formal occasions and active situations. The Dura Soft band offers strong resistance to discoloration, staining, and deterioration over time, while insert-molding of titanium components also enhances the strength of the band’s connection to the case. The band features a soft, comfortable textural feel, offering a snug fit even when engaging in rigorous activities.
The watch design is an homage to the color scheme of the DW-5000C-1B, the gold-accented version of the very first G-SHOCK. A diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating is applied to the case and a gold IP finish to the side buttons. The face features gold accents as well. The band incorporates textured patterns inheriting design motifs still going strong since the very first G-SHOCK, including “SHOCK RESIST” symbols and the brick pattern.
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Embarking on photography expeditions is an art woven with meticulous planning, tailored to your unique style and aspirations.
The journey begins by allowing your photographic predilections to chart the course. With this foundation, the destination takes shape, intertwined with seasons and climate nuances.
Diligent research becomes your compass. Delve into the timing: Winter unveils its snowy wonders, Autumn splashes landscapes with vibrant hues. Weather is a temperamental ally, and merits scrutiny.
The tapestry of nations unravels distinct stories for the same season: dry summers in one, monsoons in another.
For me, the Northern Hemisphere beckons from September to November. Autumn’s painterly leaves flourish, the sun’s heat mellows, and the stream of tourists subsides, crafting intimate photographic escapades.
The pragmatic scope, feasible within your time frame, necessitates consideration. Navigation tools like Google Maps and Waze emerge as companions, charting the journey time, to be ready on location before dawn or sunset. Be vigilant to the approach of Winter that drapes roads with ice, altering travel dynamics.
You must familiarize yourself with photography rules and regulations in certain areas, which could be different where we photographers like to be.
The arsenal, poised to seize moments, demands scrutiny. Select gear attuned to your photographic intents. Batteries, memory cards, lens cleaning supplies, a sturdy tripod—cherish these companions.
Depending on the distances of your shooting location to the place where the motorized transportation ends, will define the equipment you can take, especially if you have a long trek.
The following tools help me plan the trip, and or adjust the shooting location when already embarked:
- PhotoPills (has a lot of tools, I use it mainly to find the position of the sun, moon, planets and the milky way on a given day and time).
- MySunset (gives you the color hue of the sky or clouds during sunrise and sunset)
- Windy (gives you the wind velocity, so you know when you can obtain mirror-like images of lakes)
- Astropheric (gives you information on: clouds, wind, temperature, light pollution. Some of the options only have information in the USA and Canada)
- NISI Runner (is a calculator when using a neutral density filter, which provide the exposure time needed for their filters, although the formula works with other filters)
Finally depending to the country you are traveling and your country of birth, you could need a travel visa, which some countries can take a few months to grant it, so you need to plan the trip well in advance.
While planning as well as traveling, it is important, to leave room for improvisation and changes in your itinerary based on unexpected opportunities or challenges.
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As you might expect, at GreenEarth Cleaning, we consider Earth Day to be a big deal!
Earth Day is a reminder that we all have a responsibility to protect our planet and find sustainable solutions for a better future. At GreenEarth Cleaning, we don’t take that responsibility lightly. While our focus is primarily on dry cleaning, we use our platform to inform, educate, and collaborate with our Affiliates and customers worldwide to facilitate additional opportunities for more sustainable living and a smaller carbon footprint. As we celebrate Earth Day this month, we wanted to share a few simple tips and ideas we hope you find valuable and easy to implement.
Small changes in our daily habits make a big difference in reducing our negative impact on the environment. Simple steps such as conserving energy and reducing waste are key to restoring and protecting our planet. One of our favorite lists of quick tips for conserving energy at home is from Cornell University as part of their campus sustainability efforts. The list provides practical action items that can be applied quickly and easily.
The fashion industry is another avenue where even slight changes garner positive results. Are the terms “sustainable fashion” and “fast fashion” familiar? These terms describe the ecological impact each one has based on the amount of waste each one produces. Sustainable fashion decreases waste, while fast fashion tends to carry a more harmful impact. In her article, How Do We Avoid Fast Fashion?, GreenEarth Social Media Specialist, Erin Horne, offers a few simple steps to avoid fast fashion and reduce your carbon footprint.
As we work to shift our daily practices and effect long-term change, it is essential to set goals and create an engaged community effort. Each year, the team at GreenEarth Cleaning sets individual sustainability goals. We look forward to each other’s ideas and appreciate each other’s support as we extend our sustainability efforts beyond that of our professional endeavors. We invite you to join us! Visit our Facebook page to read about our team’s goals, share your goals, and learn more about GreenEarth Cleaning and our GreenEarth Affiliates, all over the world using our sustainable dry cleaning process.
This Earth Day, we encourage you to not only act on improving your sustainability efforts, but to also take time to appreciate and absorb the beauty and wonder of our planet. Take a moment to reflect on the impact we have, and the steps we can take to protect and restore it. By working together, we can ensure that future generations inherit a healthy and vibrant planet to call home. | <urn:uuid:0fbad9d3-a03d-4dde-9ff9-4ea791ce3577> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://gecleaners.com/blog/earth-day-celebrating-our-planet-by-improving-our-habits/ | 2024-02-26T18:40:36Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.923999 | 521 | 2 |
When applying for colleges, universities, and careers, volunteer positions are a great way to build experience and your resume. LGBTI companies and organizations often offer volunteer positions to undergraduates, professionals, and people looking to make a difference in the LGBTI community. Many places allow their volunteers to work hands on with the organizations main objectives and become part of the team. Important figures in human rights fields have started out as volunteers who found their calling and made a difference helping others. The first steps to finding those opportunities is here on this site, and here is a list of organizations that are open to volunteers like you.
The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest LGBTI rights organization that offers support to members of the community whether at work or in society. It has a large network of members that makes it a great place to network and meet others with the same civil rights passions as them. They have several branches that work with schools or family programs or legal issues and many more. Its main office is in Washington, D.C., but they welcome volunteers from all over to help support LGBTI individuals in their communities. To volunteer with the Human Rights Campaign, fill out the interest form.
Amnesty International is a global organization that fights for human rights for many LGBTI individuals. Their organization reaches beyond borders and into countries were LGBTI civil rights are being abused. Amnesty is represented and influential in such countries as Algeria, the Dominican Republic, Greece, Qatar, America, England, Turkey, and many more. They work on issues like climate change, LGBTI rights, detention, international justice, torture, and many other issues that international citizens are facing. To volunteer with Amnesty International, check with their volunteer page for openings at their offices houses all over the world.
Kaleidoscope International Trust is a United Kingdom based organization that works with LGBTI and human rights organizations to champion for the rights and betterment of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, intersex, and trans individuals. It is a nonprofit that uses lobbying and advocating to accomplish its goals and the aims of its partners. Another part of what their organization does to ensure the rights of LGBTI people is through events, publications, and conferences. For those who are interested in volunteering with Kaleidoscope International Trust, get in contact with the organization through their volunteer form.
Stonewall Equality Limited is a UK based organization that works for the civil and human rights of LGBTI communities and individuals. They offer resources to businesses and individuals who want to create a more inclusive environment in their workplaces or lives. With educational services offered to schools, Stonewall Equality Limited is committed to making sure the next leaders of the United Kingdom and beyond are skilled in working with diverse communities and welcoming LGBTI people into their spaces. Stonewall Equality Limited is open to volunteers assisting with their events and other organizational functions. Interested applicants can check their website for open positions.
A New York organization that works directly with government agencies, individuals, and companies to assist lesbian and other LGBTI individuals receive the services they require to live a comfortable and healthy life, Astraea the Lesbian Foundation for Justice offers an internship with their team for LGBTI professionals. They work on a global scale and hold strong ties with international organizations that work hard fighting oppression. The foundation also offers financial services to lesbian, genderqueer, intersex, or trans companies and organizations. Volunteers with the organization can choose from different functions that can help Astraea in their mission, simply visit their volunteer page and fill out the form to note your interest.
Durban Lesbian and Gay Community and Health Centre is an organization working out of Durban, South Africa that trains, educates, and empowers LGBTI people within the Durban community. At their centre, visitors and members can read and find shelter while benefiting from the organizations many resources. With their aids that they offer to LGBTI individuals, the Durban Centre offers education on HIV and AIDS which includes testing for other sexually transmitted infections and offer assistance on finding legal counseling. To request to volunteer for the Centre, fill out the form and check which positions and responsibilities align with your interests.
GLSEN works directly in schools with children, politicians, and school officials to work toward the betterment of LGBTI youth within the school system. They have chapters all over the country in states like Washington, Virginia, Florida, Hawai’i, and many more. These internships are best suited for people wanting to work within the education system and have a strong sense of advocacy. They offer two different internships one geared toward youth development and another is a research fellowship for people of color. The organization is open to volunteers, so visit their site for openings and calls to action.
The next organization works to help LGBTI professionals across multiple fields. Out and Equal Workplace advocates are involved in the betterment and inclusivity of LGBTI professionals who are seeking opportunities with various companies. They offer a database of internships with corporations, nonprofits, organizations, and governments around the world that help LGBTI internship seekers the ability to apply to multiple opportunities at companies who are committed to advancing LGBTI people within their organizations. They also provide training and resources for individuals through various partnerships with Fortune 500 companies. To volunteer at their work summit, contact the organization.
Within the tech field there is Outreachy a single organization that offers remote paid internships with companies specifically in FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) geared toward minorities who are underrepresented in the field, specifically LGBTI individuals. Their goal is to have more inclusive communities within the open-source world. The organization has made sizeable contributions to getting more LGBTI people into coding and programming jobs. The organization is open to volunteers and interested professionals just need to visit their site for openings.
G.L.I.T.S. (Gays and Lesbians Living in a Trans Society) is a New York City based organization that offers multiple services such as support to recently released incarcerated transgender people who need a new start. They provide housing and clothing referrals, career training, and post-release kits with an array of hygiene supplies. With a partnership they have with CenterLink, G.L.I.T.S. is able to aid international LGBTI people who are seeking asylum, relocation, or mental health services. To volunteer with the organization, fill out their form and begin helping the transgender community.
Another, ONE Archives Foundation, Inc., is the community partner that works with the University of Southern California libraries which hosts the largest collection of LGBTI materials on an international level. The organization itself has been active since the 50’s, and in 2010, partnered up with the University of Southern California to house their archives. ONE works to keep their collections open to the public and school systems through public outreach and campaigns. They allow volunteers and post positions on their page.
At any point in your career, you can decide to volunteer to build your skills, network, and resume while helping out in your community. Becoming a volunteer in the LGBTI community allows you to see what it is like working directly with individuals in the community and gain an understanding of how careers in LGBTI related fields operate. Volunteer positions are perfect for professionals who want to gain experience and a deeper knowledge of their industry. | <urn:uuid:1c197772-892f-4477-bf24-e48793b7c66f> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://globalpeacecareers.com/magazine/volunteering-for-lgbti-issues/ | 2024-02-26T18:10:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.964877 | 1,480 | 1 |
Storm clouds emerge over the U.S. economy as inflation remains resistant to Federal Reserve Bank’s restrictive policies. Inflation has two serious effects on consumers:
- Price increases without commensurate increases in wages and salaries translates into lower real income (your dollars are worth less in the market); and
- Inflation also decreases the value of your savings which are denominated in nominal dollar amounts.
(Note: If you have a portfolio which includes stocks, you may be protected against inflation, but let’s hope you picked the right stocks.)
Under the current trend of price increases it is very likely that real disposable incomes will, on average, decline. In this scenario consumer durables, including golf car-type (GCT) vehicles could take a hit.
Could market for GCT vehicles run counter to general market trends?
Conversely, the economic environment is experiencing on-going increases in the price of gasoline, the result of Administration policies which curb the supply of oil. Thus, comparing the cost of operation, plus the much lower average upfront cost of purchase, compared to a conventional vehicle, the GCT vehicle market has strong sustainability characteristics. Which of these factors—inflation negatives vs. lower cost of purchase and operation—will be the stronger holds the key to the outlook for 2023. Other factors will also impact the outlook:
- Continued positive change in consumer perceptions of GCT vehicles, positioning them in markets beyond golf;
- More public roads designated for certified LSV access;
- GCT vehicle upgrades appealing to consumer tastes and making them safer;
- Geofencing technologies conducive to mobility as a service.
Putting the pluses and possible minuses together, SVR anticipates short run growth in the market of 4.5-5% for the first half of 2023 and slightly higher for the full year.
Outlook over the long term is quite positive
Several long term demographic factors favor market growth:
- Population movement from colder northern States to a warmer climate in the South;
- Movement out of densely-populated urban centers to suburbs and smaller metropolitan areas;
- Growth of remote, home-office based occupations;
- Population aging;
- Unprecedented level of new company participants will greatly increase new vehicle supply.
Each of the above trends is long term in nature and have been emerging to varying degrees over the past decade. Each in its way lends itself to encouraging the use of GCT vehicles, whether privately-owned or used in fleets.
Population shift to the South
Looking at a sample of southern States, we see population gains over the 2010-2021 decade we see double-digit gains in population. This is in contrast to several northern States and California which experienced low single-digit increases.
Changes in Population, Selected Southern and Northern States & California From 2010 to 2021
Source: Pew Research, U.S. Census
More recently, data from 2020 and 2021 shows net outward migration for the States of New York, New Jersey, and California. The population shift appears to be not only the attractiveness of warmer weather, but is highly correlated to tax regimes, the movement being toward States with lower taxes, which also tend to be southern States.
Population movement out of densely-populated urban centers
The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland has undertaken extensive analysis of population shifts, and in particular has studied the movement of populations out of urban areas. The following graphs depict quite dramatically the net out-migration of urban migrants around the country. The graph below shows the long term trend from 2010. (The graph following after indicates a shorter trend.)
Focusing on the solid lines in the graph, which are average quarterly movements, we see clearly that out migrations (the blue line) have been systematically outpacing in-migrations (the gray line). Notably, in the 2020-2021 period of the COVID epidemic, there was a sharp uptick in out-migration and one of the few periods in which in-migration did not track the out-migration trend—in other words it declined.
Long Term Trends in Urban out-Migration and In-Migration 2010-2021
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Turning to a shorter term trend, the graph below indicates net migration by age group. Two points can be made here: First, there is net out-migration in all age groups. Second, out migration of the 35-64 age group dominates. This suggests these are mature individuals and families, likely to be the highest income level of the three groups.
Monthly Net Urban Out Migrants (000s) by Age Groups, 2017-2021
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
The fact that better off families are moving out of urban areas to the suburbs and beyond bodes well for the GCT vehicle market. It is this demographic that is the strongest and most reliably sustainable population segment that underpins GCT vehicle demand.
Remotely-accessed work locations
The trend toward remotely located home-offices continues unabated since the COVID period. Actually, the trend predated the COVID outbreak, but accelerated during that time and continues. With the drive to work routine becoming significantly less important, so short distance travel as a percent of total vehicular travel increases markedly. In this environment the GCT vehicle can thrive as a viable mobility option to the conventional automobile.
The U.S. population 65 and over increased from 13.0% in 2010 to 16.6% in 2020, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. While southern and western states such as Florida, Texas, and Arizona are retirement destinations, a number of norther states, such as New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois retain a significant percentage of their elderly population.
In terms of market development, this aging trend sets up the possibility of mobility as a service—in particular, individual personal service, rather than multi-passenger transport. Autonomous, on-demand vehicles with destination and route mapping are on the way and could become an important market segment post 2025.
Overall economy will grow slowly over 2023—the Federal Reserve Banks’s revised outlook
In late March the Federal Reserve posted its latest projections for 2023 and 2024 for the U.S. economy. Overall, economic growth is minimal. The Fed reduced its outlook from 0.5% GDP growth in December to 0.4% in its latest projection. Thus, the economy is effectively stagnating. Even the Fed’s projection for 2025 and beyond is only slightly above 1%..
A number of factors appear to be playing into these pessimistic projections, noted below. The question is, will the scenario for the whole economy be mirrored in the market for GCT vehicles? Here are the factors influencing the economy in general:
- Continuing supply chain issues, albeit not nearly as acute as the 2020-2022 period;
- On-going decarbonization policies at the federal level, which result in curtailing both demand and supply of hydrocarbon resources;
- Efforts by the Fed to curtail inflation, leading to restrictive monetary policy and higher interest rates.
The upshot of these factors is not only slow growth of incomes, but the strong possibility of a recessionary downturn. In turn, consumers will be more cautious in the coming months, especially in the category of expenditures called durables. Durables big ticket items, such as large appliances and motor vehicles.
New market entrants swell supplies
The GCT vehicle industry has witnessed the arrival of numerous new entrants over the passed two years. With an abundance of partially assembled vehicles coming from China, the supply of finished GCT vehicles will be at an all-time high—dramatically higher than just two years ago.
The increase in production, including the final assemblies raises the risk of oversupply, potentially flooding the market with slow moving inventory. This key issue as to whether the market, while increasing, can absorb the extra supply, will be addressed in detail in SVR’s full report.
Despite the negatives, the GCT vehicle market should see continued growth in 2023 and 2024
Despite the list of negatives and uncertainties that are outlined above, SVR sees the market for GCT vehicles continuing to grow. Underlying near term growth over this year and next are two principal factors:
- Consumer perception of the GCT vehicle as a viable (and desirable) alternative to conventional automobiles and light trucks;
- Economy of operation, as compared to conventional vehicles.
Consistent upgrades in performance (lithium batteries), safety features (four-wheel hydraulic disk brakes), automotive styling and accessories (LCD displays,, power steering) Bluetooth, dashboards) are driving factor #1.
As for the second factor, given the so-called “green” policies of the current federal administration, as well as aggressive anti-oil polices of a number of states, the price of gasoline will continue to rise over the next two years, and barring a change in these policies, well beyond. In this environment, electric -powered GCT vehicles are increasingly attractive from a cost of operation standpoint.
Segment growth to remain positive in the midst of new market entrants
While the outlook for GCT vehicles is an uncertain mix of positives and negatives, SVR predicts positive growth in the key segments of LSv/PTVs and light duty utility vehicles (LDUVs) In both cases the outlook foresees a continuation of the trend over the past 3-4 years, despite the significant change in circumstances.
Note that this outlook begs the question concerning oversupply, as referenced above. A full analysis of the outlook and an in-depth look at each segment will be forthcoming in SVRs comprehensive report on the industry, scheduled for publication in late April.
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6 CRR-NY 215.3
215.3 Exceptions and restricted burning.
Burning in an open fire, provided it is not contrary to other law or regulation, will be allowed as follows:
(a) On-site burning in any town with a total population less than 20,000 of downed limbs and branches (including branches with attached leaves or needles) less than six inches in diameter and eight feet in length between May 15th and the following March 15th. For the purposes of this subdivision, the total population of a town shall include the population of any village or portion thereof located within the town. However, this subdivision shall not be construed to allow burning within any village.
(b) Barbecue grills, maple sugar arches and similar outdoor cooking devices when actually used for cooking or processing food.
(c) Small fires used for cooking and camp fires provided that only charcoal or untreated wood is used as fuel and the fire is not left unattended until extinguished.
(d) On-site burning of agricultural wastes as part of a valid agricultural operation on contiguous agricultural lands larger than five acres actively devoted to agricultural or horticultural use, provided such waste is actually grown or generated on those lands and such waste is capable of being fully burned within a 24-hour period.
(e) The use of liquid petroleum fueled smudge pots to prevent frost damage to crops.
(f) Ceremonial or celebratory bonfires where not otherwise prohibited by law, provided that only untreated wood or other agricultural products are used as fuel and the fire is not left unattended until extinguished.
(g) Small fires that are used to dispose of a flag or religious item, and small fires or other smoke producing process where not otherwise prohibited by law that are used in connection with a religious ceremony.
(h) Burning on an emergency basis of explosive or other dangerous or contraband materials by police or other public safety organization.
(i) Prescribed burns performed according to Part 194 of this Title.
(j) Fire training, including firefighting, fire rescue, and fire/arson investigation training, performed under applicable rules and guidelines of the New York State Department of State's Office of Fire Prevention and Control. For fire training performed on acquired structures, the structures must be emptied and stripped of any material that is toxic, hazardous or likely to emit toxic smoke (such as asbestos, asphalt shingles and vinyl siding or other vinyl products) prior to burning and must be at least 300 feet from other occupied structures. No more than one structure per lot or within a 300 foot radius (whichever is bigger) may be burned in a training exercise.
(k) Individual open fires as approved by the director of the Division of Air Resources as may be required in response to an outbreak of a plant or animal disease upon request by the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Markets, or for the destruction of invasive plant and insect species.
(l) Individual open fires that are otherwise authorized under the Environmental Conservation Law, or by rule or regulation of the department.
6 CRR-NY 215.3
Current through December 31, 2021
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As the Connecticut Green Bank works to design high-impact programs for the solar market, it has supported the design and adoption of legislation that expanded the Residential Solar Investment Program (RSIP) by creating the Solar Home Renewable Energy Credit (SHREC). The SHREC provides a stable funding structure for an expanded RSIP.
The design of the RSIP was more effective than it was set out to do. It accomplished its goals eight years ahead of schedule and far below the anticipated budget. And therefore, one of Governor Malloy’s gubernatorial campaign promises in 2015 was to increase the RSIP tenfold.
Meanwhile, the reliance on renewable-energy credits (RECs) to satisfy the state’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS) was being predominantly met with out-of-state resources from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, yielding little economic development benefits to Connecticut.
Decision makers saw the state’s approach needed to be retooled to incentivize in-state market development. Solar-market demand was accelerating faster than incentives could fulfill it—even as falling incentives dropped more rapidly than decreasing installed costs.
The need to maintain the momentum of the solar market’s growth led to a proposal for fine-tuning the incentive programs the state offered.
This led to the creation of a bill, HB 6838 (Public Act 15-194), proposing a flexible outline for expansion of RSIP through creation of the SHREC.
This bill passed with support from a range of stakeholders including the leadership of the Governor of Connecticut and, in general, bipartisan support from the Connecticut General Assembly. | <urn:uuid:9da1ec61-6dbb-4c88-8a2a-63ae554b6f95> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://greenbanknetwork.org/portfolio/connecticuts-residential-solar-program/ | 2024-02-26T18:01:01Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.939246 | 329 | 2 |
In recent weeks there have been calls by Ukrainian officials for companies to take a stand against the Russian invasion, and many companies have responded beyond the government sanctions. This is not the first time that companies have taken a stand on political issues. Some companies make a point to embrace social issues as well, while others try to stay on the sidelines. The question of whether or not a company will be more profitable if it is also moral is still up for debate, and whether or not an investor should take factors into consideration beyond the companies’ financial fundamentals is becoming a larger concern.
Investors looking at the social impact of business might be traced back to the 1700s. Quakers forbade their members to participate in the slave trade. John Wesley, one of the founders of Methodism, advised avoiding investing in companies that injured employee health. Although some of these issues have been resolved through the law, there are still companies that may engage in activities many are repulsed by. In the 1990s this idea of avoiding “bad” companies took shape as socially responsible investing, when one avoided buying companies for their portfolio that engaged in “sin” or “vice”. The first companies on the chopping block were tobacco companies, casinos, and gun manufacturers, but many others could be screened out as well, such as oil companies or liquor manufacturers. Although screening out disfavored firms may have made investors feel virtuous, it didn’t affect the fortunes of those firms in a material way. In fact, the “vice stocks” generally outperformed the market as a whole, because those companies tended to be rather profitable, paying generous dividends to their shareholders.
However, data management in recent years has made it possible to do more than just look at the industry a company is in, or the product it manufactures. We can now screen for many factors, positive as well as negative, that might help guide our decision to own a slice of these companies. This new approach is called environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, and the idea is that factors from those three categories may help (or hinder) a company’s ability to grow. Although it may seem as those “sin” factors can outperform, so can “virtues”. Virtues may outgrow other companies because more investors are interested in feeling good about what they own, or because they represent the future, or because they represent good business practices. As a notable example, Ford paid its employees more, the wages were equal regardless of race, with more vacation and sick days, and without a union forcing him to do these things. At the time, some may have thought this to be poor governance since it didn’t promote the bottom line as hard as it could have, but others may have realized the hidden benefits, as it would lead to less employee turnover and happier and more productive employees. This type of governance might lead to long-term success.
Some have argued that companies with higher ESG scores are less likely to be disrupted by environmental problems, labor relations woes, or governance scandals, and as such may provide superior risk-adjusted returns. It is too soon to answer that question with complete confidence, but ESG factors are worth considering beyond only their moral implication. Here are factors found in each category:
Concerns about the environment include:
- Climate change policies, plans, and disclosures.
- Greenhouse gas emissions goals.
- Carbon footprint and carbon intensity.
- Water-related issues and goals, such as usage, conservation, overfishing, and waste disposal.
- Green products, technologies, and infrastructure.
Social concerns may include:
- Employee treatment, pay, benefits, and perks.
- Employee safety policies including sexual harassment prevention.
- Diversity and inclusion in hiring and in awarding advancement opportunities and raises.
- Ethical supply chain sourcing, such as conflict-free minerals and responsibly sourced food and coffee.
- Public stance on social justice issues, as well as lobbying efforts.
Governance covers such areas as:
- Whether executives are entitled to golden parachutes (huge bonuses upon exit).
- Diversity of the board of directors and management team.
- Whether chairman and CEO roles are separate.
- Dual- or multiple-class stock structures.
- Transparency in communicating with shareholders, and history of lawsuits brought by shareholders.
These new ESG factors have already started making an impact in how investors choose companies, as well as how some Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Mutual Funds choose companies, and that impact is likely to grow. Companies may be scored for their ESG performance. They may self-report, or data may be gathered by third parties who then sell the data. These scores may be combined with traditional financial analysis tools in determining which companies are likely to have the desired impact while still providing strong returns to shareholders. One difficulty is that the scoring is not necessarily universal and easy to understand yet, and some companies may score extremely well in certain categories while doing poorly in others, providing a relatively high ESG score, though it might fail in the category that doesn’t align with your goals and sensibilities. While there may not be an ESG factor for a companies’ stance on Ukraine, it might affect how much consumers want to support them and their products and how much investors want to own them too.
At Garden State Trust company, we help clients make a difference in many ways, from optimizing charitable gifts to creating special needs trusts. We also build each portfolio for each client according to their unique needs and situation, utilizing their appetite for risk and time horizon to help them meet their goals. If you wish to discuss how your investment goals can be accomplished while also taking ESG factors into account, please let us know. We’d be pleased to share our expertise and experience. | <urn:uuid:a8478345-7038-4b5d-9f87-31c470e0b249> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://gstrustco.com/blog/2022/03/07/factors-beyond-the-fundamentals/ | 2024-02-26T18:57:21Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.971107 | 1,200 | 6 |
2023 Alternative Series Barbera
The Haselgrove ‘Alternative Series’ is a new and exciting range of super small batch wines, showcasing McLaren Vale’s Mediterranean climate and the emerging varieties that excel in the region. These wines are structural, textural and elegant, and are particularly well suited to food and wine pairing… Moorish as they are, we challenge you to stop at just one glass!
94 Points - Wine Showcase
Deep and dense purple with dark ruby edges.
Youthful, perfumed summer berries leap from the glass.
Fresh red cherry and raspberry are complimented by a lick of blackberry and a hint of spice.
Juicy and vibrant palate full of summer strawberries, red cherry, raspberry with just a few hints of blackberry. Supple and soft tannins lead into a fresh and crisp fruit finish
Don’t be afraid to chill me in summer.
Sourced from a single vineyard in the low-lying hills of McLaren Vale. These relatively young vines are planted on a west facing slope in 50 million year old calcareous silt stone overlying a bedrock of limestone. The vines were hand pruned and shoot positioned to produce an even and consistent canopy and fruit distribution.
Machine picked fruit that was added straight to the bottom of the fermenter with no crushing resulting in whole berries. Open fermented for 12 days and gently hand plunged twice a day. Pressed to seasoned French oak and matured for 9 months. No fining or acid additions and lightly filtered at bottling.
Cellaring: Drink young and fresh
Region: McLaren Vale
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Walmart Will Enable Its Personnel Take Her Pay Before Paycheck
Forever, Walmart has experienced temperatures for how they treats their employees, including expenses lower salaries and generating activities which are erratic. Currently, the big merchant is attempting to relieve a number of its workers monetary pressure, allowing them to obtain salaries before their own following that paycheck.
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Gaming a cure
Crowdsourced computer challenge tackles deadly toxin
Imagine this choice: You’re hungry, and there’s enough to eat, but the food increases your long-term risk for cancer. That’s the dilemma facing billions of people whose food supplies are infected by aflatoxins, the most prevalent carcinogen most people have never heard of.
“It doesn’t really exist here, so people don’t think about it, but this is a major problem worldwide, almost an epidemic,” says associate professor Justin Siegel, who directs the UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food and Health. “In certain parts of the world, it affects corn, sorghum, casaba, millet — essentially everything has aflatoxin in it.”
Aflatoxin is produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus, which loves hot, humid climates. The poisonous molecule mutates DNA, has been linked to stunting and anemia, and is a major cause of liver cancer. Though it hasn’t been a problem in the United States since stringent regulations were imposed decades ago, climate change could alter that calculus. For people in India, Africa and parts of China, aflatoxin is a constant danger.
“There are fields of molding crops that people will eat,” says Siegel, “that are chockful of these toxins, because otherwise they have nothing.”
Siegel is helping lead a novel project to overcome aflatoxin. Working with the University of Washington, Northeastern University, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Mars Inc. and others, he is trying to reengineer promising enzymes to break down aflatoxin and create a much safer food supply. But there’s a problem: the number of potential enzyme shapes is virtually infinite.
“There are more potential structures than stars in the universe,” says Siegel.
What they needed was a way to distribute the workload and cover more ground. They found it in a crowdsourcing game called FoldIt.
Bring on the gamers
Developed by researchers at the University of Washington, FoldIt is not an ordinary computer game. Participants don’t look for treasure or conquer Wales, they experiment with different protein shapes to find the best structures. With proteins, form dictates function, so harnessing thousands of creative people to generate novel structures can really move the science.
“A human mind can come up with ideas for shapes and structures that look interesting,” says Siegel. “FoldIt takes this human intuition and applies a biophysical metric to ask: How realistic is it for this to happen? While you can imagine this structure, is it likely to occur or is it extremely unlikely? It couples the human imagination with physical reality.”
For the Aflatoxin Challenge, players are given enzymes that could potentially break down the molecule and make it nontoxic — they only have to redesign it in just the right way.
“We thought it would be a good way to get people engaged in this problem, which a lot of FoldIt players have never heard of,” says Siegel. “Around 4.5 billion people are eating this toxin on a daily basis, and we’re trying to eliminate it without destroying their food.”
There have been a number of design cycles, each one lasting several months, giving thousands the opportunity to play. Patrick Camarador was a pharmaceutical chemistry major at UC Davis when he joined in.
Camarador had tried playing FoldIt in high school, but it didn’t resonate with him. But after taking a biochemistry class, he rediscovered the game and even started livestreaming his play on Twitch.
He had never heard of aflatoxin before the challenge, but embraced the opportunity to take on a deadly poison. He liked that it was contributing to good science, and it didn’t hurt his studies either.
“FoldIt helps me memorize the 20 amino acids just by visual shape alone,” says Camarador. “The more I played the game and designed my own proteins, the more I got familiar with which amino acid is which.”
Camarador is now a PharmD candidate at California Northstate University. He still plays FoldIt, as his studies allow.
“It’s cool for me,” he says, “because I get to apply concepts I’ve learned in pharmaceutical chemistry and design classes.”
The continuing journey
The Aflatoxin Challenge is a unique partnership between universities, an international consumer company and life sciences giant Thermo Fisher, and each group brings important talents to the project.
“Thermo is providing DNA at a scale that normally wouldn’t be possible to let us really explore what these players are making,” says Siegel. “Mars is providing social, financial and translational support. It took this uncommon collaboration to really drive this project forward.”
Once they solve this enzymatic puzzle, Siegel envisions spraying the enzyme on crops or even engineering it into the plants themselves. The group has been testing some of the better designs in the lab to see how they work against aflatoxin, but it’s a trial and error process and could take a while.
“No hits yet, but it’s early days,” says Siegel. “We’ve learned a lot about how much you can change these enzymes before they break. We haven’t had a breakthrough, but we’re making progress.” | <urn:uuid:832dab7c-71e1-4cec-9d34-f33f75b12e80> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://health.ucdavis.edu/synthesis/issues/spring2019/gaming.html | 2024-02-26T19:08:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.957855 | 1,171 | 1 |
TDEC Announces Tire Program Grant for Lawrence County
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced a grant of $364,426 for Lawrence County from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program.
Lawrence County will provide matching funds of $91,106 and use the grant to purchase equipment to improve the county’s management of scrap tires. The project costs $455,532 and will support the cleanup of illegal tire dump sites across the county and reduce the health risks they create for citizens.
“We are seeing great advances in repurposing tires for environmental benefits, and this grant for Lawrence County is a great example,” said TDEC Deputy Commissioner Greg Young. ”Programs like this not only help clean up sites of used tires, they involve innovative new use for them. We congratulate Lawrence County on this project.”
Lawrence County recycles approximately 1,100 tons of scrap tires annually. Equipment funded by the grant will allow the county to manage scrap tires in a more efficient and safe manner. To further enhance its efforts, the county will develop a public education campaign through schools and utilize social media to emphasize the importance of proper disposal of tires.
The purpose of the Tire Environmental Act Program is to select and fund projects that best result in beneficial uses for waste tires. Projects must qualify for one of three categories: tire processing/recycling, tire-derived material use, or research and development. The program provides grant funding to eligible entities including: local governments, non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, K-12 schools, and for-profit businesses.
Tennessee established the Tire Environmental Fund in 2015. Upon the first retail sale of a new motor vehicle to be titled and registered in Tennessee, a flat fee based on the number of a vehicle’s wheels is assessed. The fee goes into the fund, which is used for projects creating or supporting beneficial end uses for waste tires.
Since 2015, grantees have been awarded almost $6.8 million, and approximately 5.5 million tires or nearly 58,000 tons of scrap tires have been diverted from landfills. The tires are repurposed for use in rubberized asphalt, tire-derived aggregate, tire-derived fuel, granulated rubber porous flexible pavement, and other beneficial end uses that result in tires being diverted from landfills for a higher and better use.
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Gas plumbing can be dangerous if not done properly, so make sure to seek expert help if something goes wrong with your system. Still, there are some basic tips that you can follow to keep yourself safe and prevent problems from arising. This article will walk you through some of the most important tips, including what you should do if you smell gas, how to avoid a grease fire, and how to prevent back-drafting.
Here is the list of them:
Know the signs of a gas leak:
Gas leaks can be silent, and they can be deadly. It’s important to know the signs of a gas leak so that you’re prepared in case one occurs.
You should always be on the lookout for these signs:
- You smell natural gas or other odours associated with it, such as rotten eggs or vinegar.
- You hear hissing sounds near your appliances, vents, or pipes (this could indicate a leak).
If you think there’s an issue with your plumbing system after detecting these symptoms of possible leaks in your home’s plumbing system then call a professional to inspect and repair your system.
Never use a gas appliance if your pilot light won’t stay lit:
Before you can use your appliance for gas plumbing, the pilot light must be lit. The pilot light is the flame that lights up your burner and allows it to work properly. If your pilot light won’t stay lit, there may be something wrong with either the gas line or valve. If this happens, don’t try to fix it yourself–call a professional!
Keep your gas line installed by a licensed professional:
While you can install your own gas line, it’s always best to leave this job up to a professional. A licensed plumber will have the right tools and equipment, training and experience, as well as licensing that allows them to do the job safely. It means you’ll get a job that’s done right the first time, without having to worry about getting hurt or your home being damaged.
Never use propane or natural gas appliances indoors:
Never use propane or natural gas appliances indoors. Propane and natural gas are both highly flammable, so they can cause explosions and fires if used in an enclosed space. These gases are not safe to use indoors, so only use them outdoors. If you have a stove, fireplace, or other propane or natural gas appliance that is indoors and needs to be used, make sure it has an oxygen depletion sensor. It will make sure that the device turns off if there’s not enough oxygen present in the room.
Check for carbon monoxide leaks regularly:
The next important tip for gas plumbing is to check for carbon monoxide leaks regularly. Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that can build up in your home if you have faulty appliances, pipes, or heaters. If you notice the presence of this gas, get out of your house immediately and call the fire department for help.
Use only approved equipment to install or repair gas lines and appliances:
Use only approved equipment to install or repair gas lines and appliances. Only use gas line materials that have been tested by a nationally recognized laboratory for safety, such as those listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FMRC).
Only use connectors, fittings, valves and other components that are designed for use with natural gas in residential applications.
Don’t attempt to change any parts of your appliance yourself, including the igniter and pilot assembly.
When it comes to gas plumbing, there are a few things you should never attempt to do yourself.
For example, don’t attempt to change any parts of your appliance yourself, including the igniter and pilot assembly. Don’t try to fix things yourself if they break or malfunction in some way like turning off the gas valve when it starts smelling funny or shutting down the supply line because of some strange noises coming from inside your wall (which could mean more serious problems).
In the end line, when gas plumbing is not done properly, it can be dangerous. To ensure your safety and prevent problems, there are some basic tips that you can follow, such as knowing the signs of a gas leak, never using a gas appliance if your pilot light won’t stay lit, never using propane or natural gas appliances indoors and don’t attempt to change any parts of your appliance yourself, including the igniter and pilot assembly. If you have any questions about your gas appliance, don’t hesitate to call a professional. | <urn:uuid:ffe0b1b1-960d-4bfb-b917-18fdb6d9afc7> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://hometlcmag.com/7-gas-plumbing-tips-you-need-to-know/ | 2024-02-26T18:37:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.924272 | 948 | 1 |
13,670 nautical miles. 50-foot waves. One big collision.
Over the weekend a Saildrone — a 23-foot long uncrewed marine robot — withstood the tempestuous seas around Antarctica to complete the first-ever circumnavigation of the continent by a drone. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) scientists collaborated with autonomous vehicle specialists, Saildrone, to test whether the seafaring robot could survive the rough waters, and make successful scientific observations.
NOAA needs to gauge how much carbon dioxide — the potent greenhouse gas now amassing in the atmosphere — the southern seas are absorbing from the air, and it hopes Saildrones can help. Overall, the oceans soak up a huge amount of the CO2 that humanity emits into the atmosphere (some 30 percent), which has substantially curbed Earth's accelerating temperature rise. Now, understanding how much carbon the oceans will likely soak up in the future is critical to grasping how Earth's increasingly disrupted climate will transform society and the natural world.
"The ocean is doing a huge service for the globe," said Adrienne Sutton, a NOAA oceanographer working on the Saildrone missions. She noted that the carbon-absorbing oceans have kept the planet nearly 1 degree Fahrenheit (0.5 Celsius) cooler than if these global waters did not soak up greenhouse gases.
But as the seas warm and change, they might become less adept at absorbing the planet's mounting atmospheric carbon (for one, warmer oceans absorb less CO2). "That's a big problem," noted Sutton.
So oceanographers want to vastly expand their observations of the Southern Ocean, a notoriously harsh, remote, and little-observed region that scientists don't fully grasp. Some recent evidence suggests this ocean is hugely variable; in recent years it has absorbed significantly less carbon than during years prior. Will the Southern Ocean be a reliable carbon-absorber, known as a "carbon sink," in the years ahead? "That's an open question," said Sutton.
Understanding this vast, perplexing ocean requires more observations.
"We need to project its fate in the future," said Matthew Long, an oceanographer at the National Center for Atmospheric Research who had no role in the mission.
Enter the Saildrone. As the drone travels the high seas it takes direct measurements of carbon dioxide. A fleet of sailing drones would dramatically improve oceanographers' grasp of the Southern Ocean's behavior. "The Saildrone can be part of a more complete observing system down there," said Sutton.
"They are an incredible research platform," added Long.
And they're quite sturdy. Saildrone said that it collided with a giant iceberg tall enough to knock off a wind-monitoring instrument affixed 20 feet high on the drone. Though, because the collision occurred at night, it's impossible to know just how big the iceberg was. Icebergs in the area are often miles long.
"It wasn't a small bump," said Sutton.
Still, the drone persevered, though many of its weather-monitoring instruments were damaged in the collision.
Looking ahead, if modern civilization hopes to dramatically slash its carbon emissions to net-zero (meaning reducing overall emissions by 100 percent through a combination of cutting emissions and pulling carbon out of the air), governments and policymakers must know almost exactly how much carbon the oceans are soaking up.
"The function of the ocean as a carbon sink is an integral component of our ability to meet net-zero," noted Long.
Though the public increasingly recognizes the mounting threats posed by climate change, the journey to net-zero emissions will be long. Atmospheric CO2 levels are not going down. Rather, they're increasing at rates that are unprecedented in both the historic and geologic record. | <urn:uuid:adb25a29-a7c5-4166-bd6e-7f0f20e95355> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://in.mashable.com/science/5562/seafaring-robot-crashes-into-iceberg-still-finishes-scientific-trip-around-antarctica | 2024-02-26T17:38:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.943137 | 773 | 4 |
NM3, established in Milan by Francesco Zorzi, Nicolò Ornaghi, and Delfino Sisto Legnani, has rapidly risen in the contemporary design scene. Renowned for blending raw materials such as steel, marble, and glass, the studio exemplifies geometric precision and functional elegance, rooted in a modernist ethos, especially the abstract Teutonic variant, which contrasts the softer aesthetics of their academic years with the stark, minimalist lines of Ludwing Mies van der Rohe. Their focus is primarily on creating products that showcase an industrial yet refined style, true to traditional metal carpentry principles. NM3's commitment to sustainable and timeless design is evident in their innovative approach, and this philosophy has facilitated successful partnerships with globally recognized brands like Moncler, Off-White, Fear of God, and Heliot Emil, enhancing their prominence in the design world. NM3's design strategy is characterized by a profound understanding of materials and a focus on form and composition, emphasizing the extraordinary within the ordinary and the limitless possibilities of their designs, making them a distinguished and acclaimed name in modern product design.
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NM3, an innovative Milan-based design studio established in 2020 by the dynamic trio of Francesco Zorzi, Nicolò Ornaghi, and Delfino Sisto Legnani, has rapidly gained acclaim in the realm of contemporary design. Renowned for its fusion of raw materials like steel, marble, and glass, NM3 embodies geometric precision and functional elegance. Their design philosophy, deeply rooted in modernism and inspired by the abstract Teutonic variant, diverges from the soft, cozy aesthetics of their university years. Instead, they embrace the rigorous, minimalistic lines reminiscent of Ludwing Mies van der Rohe.
Specializing in the creation of products and interiors that blend industrial rawness with minimalist elegance, NM3 adheres to the stringent traditions of metal carpentry. Their commitment to sustainable, timeless design was vividly showcased in their recent collaboration with 6:AM Glassworks at Milan Design Week, featuring the "Sistema" collection, which beautifully marries their steelwork with the glassmaking traditions of Murano.
NM3's design approach is marked by a profound understanding of materials, an innovative design perspective, and a dedication to sustainability and longevity. This ethos has led to successful collaborations with globally renowned brands such as Moncler, Off-White, Fear of God, and Heliot Emil, solidifying their status in the contemporary design landscape. NM3 aims to extract specificity from the ordinary, assembling average industrial elements through common techniques to focus on form and composition. This approach highlights both the ordinary abstractness and infinite possibilities inherent in their designs, making NM3 a distinctive and celebrated name in modern design. | <urn:uuid:89bad0d9-92c8-40ab-99f3-d6cf2e240620> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://industrialkonzept.com/en/collections/nm3 | 2024-02-26T17:07:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.925941 | 568 | 1 |
The Rio Branco 12 office tower on Rio Branco Avenue will have 21 floors. Currently undergoing an urban revitalization, Porto Maravilha is slated to become a new urban and commercial district with over 5 million sq ft being redeveloped along with new roadways, a public tram line and new public green space. The eco office tower was designed by Triptyque, will be built by Natekko and is funded by MMC Investimentos, which is working on affordable housing and green-refurbishment in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
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RB12 will be both luxurious and sustainable and the developers hope to set a new standard of development with its construction. The facade has been carefully designed for both indoor occupant comfort and for energy efficiency. Shading panels carefully control the amount and quality of daylight that enters, while exterior landscaping creates lush suspended gardens that also help control light. Cooling of the tower will be achieved with the use of natural ventilation and chilled beams. Low-flow faucets will minimize water use and grey water will also be recycled for use in landscape irrigation on the exterior and the rooftop gardens.
The tower will produce all of its own energy using both solar on the facade and fuel cell technologies that make use of methane gas; a grid connection will allow the building to give and take energy as needed. The developers claim that RB12 will be the first commercial building in Brazil to use photovoltaic panels for its own electricity production. The project is expected to begin in 2015. | <urn:uuid:7851a02d-5b4f-4380-a772-fe5ed97a8563> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://inhabitat.com/bioclimatic-rio-branco-12-to-set-new-standards-for-sustainable-offices-in-brazil/ | 2024-02-26T17:54:42Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.94556 | 336 | 2 |
In the ever-evolving world of skincare, one term that has been capturing the spotlight is ‘peptides.’ This seemingly small component is making a big impact on skincare routines globally, promising remarkable benefits for skin health and appearance. Here we go deep into the world of peptides – the tiny yet mighty heroes in the realm of skincare. From their fundamental science to their transformative effects on the skin, we examine how these amino acid chains are revolutionizing skincare products. Whether you’re grappling with signs of aging, seeking to repair damaged skin, or simply aiming to maintain a healthy, radiant complexion, peptides might just be the answer you’ve been searching for.
- Understanding Peptides
- Skin Benefits of Peptides
- Incorporating Peptides into Your Skincare Routine
In the quest for radiant, youthful skin, peptides stand out as a key ingredient in modern skincare. But what exactly are peptides, and why have they become such a buzzword in the beauty industry?
Definition and Basic Science of Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. Think of them as mini-proteins. However, their shorter chain length allows them to penetrate the skin more easily compared to larger protein molecules. In the human body, peptides serve as signaling molecules, instructing cells to perform various functions, including skin repair and regeneration.
When applied topically through skincare products, peptides act as messengers, signaling the skin to boost its repair processes. This can lead to various benefits, from enhanced collagen production to improved skin texture and tone.
Types of Peptides Used in Skincare
Not all peptides are created equal. In skincare, different types of peptides have specific roles.
These peptides encourage the skin to produce more collagen and elastin, which are crucial for maintaining the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
Neurotransmitter Inhibitor Peptides
Often used in anti-aging products, these peptides work by limiting muscle contractions, thereby reducing the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles.
They help stabilize and deliver trace elements necessary for wound healing and enzymatic processes, enhancing skin regeneration.
Enzyme Inhibitor Peptides
These work by slowing down the breakdown of collagen and elastin, protecting the skin structure. Understanding the specific function of each type of peptide can help in choosing the right products for your skincare goals.
How Peptides Work on the Skin
Peptides are like targeted messengers that tell your skin cells to perform specific functions. When applied topically, they penetrate the upper layer of the skin, sending signals to our cells to let them know how to function properly.
For instance, when signal peptides tell skin cells to produce more collagen, the result is often firmer, plumper skin. This targeted communication is what makes peptides so valuable in skincare – they can address specific skin concerns like aging, hydration, and skin barrier repair .
Skin Benefits of Peptides
Peptides have garnered a reputation for their transformative effects on the skin. Beyond their scientific intrigue, the real magic of peptides lies in the myriad of ways they can improve skin health and appearance.
One of the most celebrated attributes of peptides in skincare is their anti-aging properties. They address some of the most common concerns associated with aging skin.
Reduction of Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Peptides stimulate collagen production, a key factor in maintaining skin’s elasticity and firmness. As collagen levels increase, the skin appears smoother and fine lines and wrinkles are visibly reduced. This effect is particularly beneficial for mature skin, where natural collagen production has slowed down.
Improvement in Skin Elasticity
Beyond reducing wrinkles, peptides also enhance the overall elasticity of the skin. This leads to a more youthful, resilient complexion. Firmer skin is less prone to sagging and can maintain a more defined and contoured appearance .
Skin Repair and Regeneration
The regenerative properties of peptides are pivotal in skin health, especially in healing and rejuvenation.
Role in Collagen Production
Collagen is not just important for anti-aging; it’s also crucial for skin healing. By signaling the skin to produce more collagen, peptides facilitate faster healing of scars and blemishes, leading to a clearer and more even complexion.
Accelerating Healing Processes
Peptides can speed up the skin’s natural healing processes. This is particularly useful in recovering from skin damage due to environmental factors, acne, or other skin conditions. Faster cell turnover and improved skin barrier function mean healthier skin overall .
Enhancing Skin Barrier
A strong skin barrier is essential for protecting against environmental aggressors and maintaining hydration. Peptides play a significant role in this area.
Protection Against Environmental Damage
By reinforcing the skin’s natural barrier, peptides help shield the skin from harmful pollutants, UV rays, and other environmental stressors. This protection is crucial for preventing premature aging and maintaining healthy skin.
Maintaining Skin Hydration
Peptides can help lock in moisture, ensuring that the skin remains hydrated and plump. Well-hydrated skin not only looks healthier but is also more resilient against irritation and dryness.
Incorporating Peptides into Your Skincare Routine
Understanding the benefits of peptides is just the first step; the next crucial phase is incorporating them effectively into your skincare routine. With a plethora of peptide-infused products available, it’s important to know how to choose and use them for maximum benefit.
Identifying Products with Effective Peptide Formulations
The efficacy of a peptide product depends on the formulation. When selecting peptide-infused products, consider the following.
Identify which type of peptide is used and what skin concern it targets. For example, if you’re looking to reduce wrinkles, look for products with signal peptides .
A higher concentration of peptides can mean a more potent product, but it’s not always necessary. Sometimes, a lower concentration works effectively within a well-formulated product.
Look for products that combine peptides with other beneficial ingredients like antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, or vitamins. These combinations can enhance the overall effectiveness of the product.
Best Practices for Using Peptide-Infused Skincare
To maximize the benefits of peptides in your skincare, follow these best practices.
Apply peptide products after cleansing and toning, but before heavier creams or oils. This ensures better absorption of the peptides into the skin .
Regular use is key. Peptides work over time, so consistent application is crucial to see significant results.
Since peptides aid in skin repair, protecting your skin from further damage is essential. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day.
Understanding Concentration and Potency
It’s important to understand that more isn’t always better when it comes to peptide concentration. High potency can be effective, but it’s not always necessary for achieving desirable results. A well-balanced formulation, even with a moderate peptide concentration, can offer significant skin benefits. Additionally, consider your skin type and sensitivity when choosing the concentration; what works for one person may not work for another.
What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
What Are Peptides? What To Know About This Anti-Aging Ingredient
Anti-Wrinkle Benefits of Peptides Complex Stimulating Skin Basement Membrane Proteins Expression
How Peptides Ingredient Help Build Collagen for Firmer Skin
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In today’s business world, having a strong online presence is more important than ever. Consumers are increasingly turning to the internet to research products and services before making a purchase, and businesses that don’t have an online presence are at a disadvantage. There are many reasons for businesses to integrate digital solutions into their operations, but some of the key drivers include the need to improve customer service, increase sales, and reduce costs. By providing customers with a convenient way to shop and communicate with businesses 24/7, technology can help businesses improve customer satisfaction and loyalty, as well as reach a wider audience.
As the world grows more advanced, it’s becoming increasingly clear you must maximize the latest technological solutions to stay relevant. Here are some digital business trends you should be on the lookout for in 2023:
AI in Business
One of the most significant business trends has been the increasing prominence of artificial intelligence (AI). Its global market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 39.4% and reach more than $422.37 Billion by 2028. Businesses turn to AI to help streamline operations and improve efficiency. From chatbots that handle customer service inquiries to predictive analytics that anticipate consumer trends, AI is a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes. Perhaps one of the most exciting applications of AI is in the area of supply chain management. By analyzing data from across the supply chain, AI can help you identify inefficiencies and optimize your operations. In addition, AI can also be used to track inventory levels and predict demand, ensuring that you always have the products you need on hand. As the capabilities of AI continue to grow, there is no doubt that it will become an essential part of business operations.
Adoption of Cloud Technology
The cloud has become an increasingly popular data storage and backup option for businesses. The most often cited reason for this trend is cloud-based solutions’ increased flexibility and scalability. They allow you to pay only for the storage you actually use. And since cloud providers typically have large teams of IT professionals managing their data centers, you can save on associated costs if you were to maintain your own in-house IT infrastructure. In addition, the cloud offers businesses greater disaster recovery capabilities. Should a natural disaster or power outage damage on-premises, data stored in the cloud can be quickly accessed and restored. This makes cloud-based solutions an attractive option for businesses of all sizes.
Increased Accessibility and User-Centered Websites
In today’s digital world, many businesses focus on developing user-centered websites. User-centered design is a process that puts the user first when creating a website or other online resource. The goal is to create an experience that is easy to navigate and provides the information users want. This can be accomplished through features such as clear navigation, search functionality, and relevant content. So if you want to implement these features on your website, it’s necessary to invest in its design and development. You can hire reputable web design services to help you achieve a website that reflects your brand and meets the needs of your target audience. Doing so will help you improve the overall experience for potential clients or customers and make it more likely that they will return in the future.
Technology’s Contributions Towards Sustainability
There are many ways businesses can use technology to operate more sustainably. Technology can help you reduce your energy consumption and lower your carbon footprint. Additionally, many companies are turning to renewable energy sources such as solar power to meet their energy needs. Likewise, technology can help you reduce waste and increase your business’s recycling rates for paper, plastic, and metal products. By utilizing various technologies, businesses can significantly reduce their environmental impact and become more sustainable overall.
As data becomes increasingly valuable, businesses must invest in robust data protection measures to protect themselves from cyberattacks. One trend in this area is the use of AI for security purposes. By using AI to monitor data traffic and identify potential threats, businesses can nip cyberattacks in the bud before they cause any damage. Another example of data protection is encryption to secure sensitive information. By encrypting data, businesses can make it much more difficult for hackers to access and misuse it. As data protection becomes more important, you must invest in the latest technologies and best practices to protect your data from cybercrime.
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A healthy workplace is an ideal place to work in. According to some research on employee behavior, one of the top three factors that employees look for in a job is a company’s commitment to health and wellbeing of its employees. This is given more emphasis as the world transitions to the new normal, giving a deeper definition to what a healthy workplace should look like.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently published a document defining what a healthy workplace should be, post pandemic. A healthy work environment is a balance of occupational health and safety, as well as health promotion efforts and initiatives. While there may be varied qualifications and qualities, the WHO has consolidated its concrete definition:
“A healthy workplace is one in which workers and managers collaborate to use a continual improvement process to protect and promote the health, safety and well-being of workers and the sustainability of the workplace by considering the following, based on identified needs.”
Physical Work Environment
Businesses can provide a healthy workplace by ensuring that the physical work environment is set to the highest industry standards and criteria. An ideal physical work environment ensures that the design and layout of the workplace is optimal for the comfort, productivity, and motivation of its employees.
The US Green Building Council (USGBC) found that potential employees prefer working in an office located in a LEED-certified building, where their health and wellbeing are considered to be top priority. The same study found that workers based in a LEED-certified green building are found to be more satisfied on their job, and that 79 percent of the respondents agree that they would choose a job in a LEED-certified building over a non-LEED building.
Uplifting health and safety in the physical work environment should cover indoor air quality, ventilation, maintained optimal humidity, and industry standard protocol for cleaning and maintenance.
Psychosocial Work Environment
A healthy workplace should go beyond physical modifications and provide greater support to employees to their psychosocial needs. The 2018 Global Talent Trends survey found that one in two employees would like to see a greater focus on well-being at their company especially on the physical, psychological and financial wellness of its employees.
A company’s culture contributes a huge role on the WHO’s definition of a healthy workplace. Programs organized and initiated by a company to promote healthy habits and uplift the general wellbeing of their employees should be holistic—providing focus not just on their physical wellbeing but looking after their mental health as well. One study also raises the issue of psychosocial hazards in the workplace that should be addressed by companies to promote a healthy workplace. These may include organizational culture and the attitudes, values, beliefs and daily practices, that can contribute as stressors to employees.
Community Health and Wellbeing
An ideal and healthy workplace is not bound by physical workstations and office floors, but should encompass communities. Providing a workplace setting that uplifts and prioritizes the overall health and wellness of its employees creates a huge impact on public health and vice versa. As active members of the community, employees who spend the majority of their day working in their offices should be in a work environment that ensures their holistic safety and wellbeing.
Premium green buildings, such as JEG Tower @ One Acacia, invests in the well-being of its building occupiers by addressing health and wellbeing in a holistic approach. By following industry-set standards and optimizing building design and operations, it is one of the most ideal locations to work in Cebu City. JEG Tower puts a premium on their health, while practicing sustainability and energy efficiency. | <urn:uuid:0ea1eb89-ecf5-41f7-ba2d-1d651f047daa> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://jegtower.com/tag/workplace-health/ | 2024-02-26T18:37:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.967105 | 736 | 2 |
Women have dyed their hair, dye it, and will never stop dyeing their hair. They go from brunettes to blondes, from redheads to ashes. This pace affects the condition of the hair, and not in the best way. Even regular use of restorative products in the majority of cases can’t eliminate all the damage caused by aggressive coloring compositions. To stop their harmful effects, it is necessary to completely abandon this type of dyes. But then what to do and how to solve this problem?
Cosmetic companies offer an alternative to ammonia dyes. These are safe products that do not affect the natural processes in the hair and scalp, do not destroy the structure, do not make the cuticle porous and vulnerable to negative environmental factors. The pigment penetrates deeply due to natural or innovative components in the composition, which help it stay in place for a long time. In addition, safe colors provide enhanced care. They moisturize, nourish, give shine and elasticity.
Gentle products can be used by allergic people and people with dermatological diseases, pregnant and lactating women. Tinting compositions allow you to change the image and do no harm. Dye sprays help make accents in the hair and are absolutely safe. What tool to choose, so that it was effective and at the same time did not contain aggressive chemicals, we will tell in our article.
Cream hair dye Kydra Nature
The first place is awarded to an effective gentle dye, which is widely used in salons and at home. It contains natural pigments that transform the process from a traumatic procedure into a spa treatment. The varied palette includes calm natural and stunning bright shades. The composition contains 80% of natural dye base and 90% of organic substances. It is absolutely safe, does not irritate people with allergic diseases.
The technologists of the brand have created a unique formula, which maintains the brightness of the color for a long time. This effect is provided thanks to micropigments derived from plants, which have dyeing properties. These are oak for the brown color, dyer’s dye for the gold color, campeshe wood for blue and purple, coreopsis for red, madder for red.
The dye is suitable for all hair types, but is especially recommended for fine, porous and weakened hair. It gives them volume, polishes the surface, removing the hair breakage, strengthens, restores the healthy shine. The product will appeal to fans of natural eco-friendly products that support the principles of prudent treatment of nature. It is possible to create any colors, mixing the shades and achieving exactly the result you expect.
- stable phytopigmentation;
- intensive nourishing and moisturizing;
- beautiful basic shades and undertones;
- safety for allergenic skin.
- none identified.
BioKap Nutricolor hair cream dye
The second was a dye that does not contain ammonia, parabens, resorcinol, while providing permanent coloring in fashionable and natural shades. The increased concentration of herbal ingredients provides comprehensive care for the curls, making them healthy, smooth and shiny. They affect not only the appearance, but also restore the internal structure. Proteins of wheat, soy, oats and rice strengthen the strands. Fatty acids reduce the sensitivity of the scalp, protect it from all negative external influences.
Argan oil has long been considered a beauty elixir, so the manufacturer has included it in the formula, making the care more qualitative and professional. It is rich in vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps to postpone biological aging of hair and skin. The oil smoothes the surface and prevents splitting of the ends. It can quickly grow healthy, strong hair. Willow extract has the ability to prevent the effects of UV light.
Italian paint covers gray, softens stiff hair, eliminating the wig effect. It passes the strictest control for the content of harmful substances and is absolutely safe for your health.
- 90% of the composition – natural components;
- beautiful deep lasting shades;
- high protective and nourishing effect;
- natural UV filters.
- were not revealed.
Tints of Nature permanent gel dye
Third in the ranking is a product that is suitable for coloring severely damaged hair. Its mild formula contains no parabens, resorcinol and ammonia and is gentle on the scalp. It contains up to 60% organic certified ingredients. The dye moisturizes overdried locks, eliminates hair breakage, fragility and elasticity. It contains vitamins of different groups, which provide nutrition and protection. The set includes shampoos for deep cleansing and ordinary shampoo, conditioner, activator and gel dye.
The formulation includes beneficial ingredients such as orange, chamomile, grapefruit and comfrey extract. They help to restore quickly the lost power of hair and increase its own protective barrier against aggressive influences of the environment. The consistency in the form of a gel makes the procedure easier and more comfortable. It doesn’t smell, doesn’t flow, and is well distributed on the strands.
Tints of Nature is known for its strong commitment to an ethical approach to nature. Its products are not tested on animals. All formulations are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. The packages are made from recycled raw materials. According to the reviews, the paint gives the opportunity at home not only to get the desired color, but also a quality salon care.
- patented effective components;
- powerful restorative effect;
- special formula for color protection;
- ethical principles of environmental care.
- have not been revealed.
Goldwell Colorance tinting hair dye
Goldwell colorant is the fourth position in the rating. It provides express toning of natural and colored hair, does not violate the natural structure, does not destroy the natural pigment, does not dry out and does not provoke brittleness. The acidic PH of the composition indicates a gentle effect. The product restores the level of lipids, accelerates regeneration. In the first days after tinting up to 35% of the damage is removed. The cumulative effect guarantees further influence on the metabolic processes and gradual improvement of the quality of the strands.
All shades of Colorance line are able to cover up to 75% of gray. There are 104 shades in the palette. The patented TRAP molecule provides brilliant shine and long-lasting color. The catalytic pigment distribution system gives even color regardless of the initial condition of the hair. A special protection technology helps to strengthen the cuticle and increase resistance to natural, mechanical, thermal and chemical influences.
Vitamins A, C and provitamin B5 are present in the formulation. Even severely tired dull curls are visibly transformed after a powerful nourishing support. Sensitive scalp tolerates the procedure well, while receiving everything necessary for the normal course of vital processes in it.
- continuous color fastness;
- multivitamin nourishing composition;
- elimination of serious lesions;
- more than 100 shades and the ability to mix and match.
Green Light Tonality Soft Color BPA-free cream dye
On the fifth line is the product, the formulation of which is completely free of ammonia. Natural ingredients have replaced synthetic ones, and in addition to beautiful color the hair receives professional care. All formulations are environmentally and toxicologically tested. Safety and absence of irritating factors are documented. The unique formula makes it possible to cover up to 100% of gray hair in one go. Micropigments are delivered deep into the hair, providing retention of shade and shine.
The product is able to color natural or bleached curls up to 4 levels, which is not available to all bleach-free formulas. The Italian product was developed taking into account the wishes of masters and clients. It has an optimal consistency that does not drip and does not smell, well nourishes hair that requires extra attention. After the treatment there is a stable anti-static effect, allowing the style to always look flawless.
The customers are satisfied with the result and the delicate effect of the dye. It evens the tone of individual gray strands and covers completely gray hair, giving a natural shade. Dry curls are moisturized, nourished, protected from UV light, imperfect compositions of detergents, hard water and other factors affecting their quality.
- natural safe base;
- natural dense shades;
- suitable for all types of gray hair;
- active regenerating effect.
- have not been revealed.
Kapous Professional Rainbow Direct Action Dye
The sixth on the list is a safe dye that you can constantly experiment with, dramatically change the image and not worry about the condition of your hair. It contains no hydrogen peroxide or ammonia, and it does not affect the natural processes at all. The ready-to-use composition can be applied immediately to the curls without pre-mixing the components. It gives juicy, on-trend colors that wash out smoothly. If the shade does not fit, it can be quickly neutralized. To add brightness to the color you like, just reapply the mixture for 15-30 minutes.
Oils and fruit acids strengthen and give additional protection against high temperatures, UV rays and mechanical effects. The texture is comfortable for the work of the master and for self application. It is plastic, not liquid, with good fixative properties. The scent is light and pleasant.
The Rainbow palette contains 7 bright colors: red, yellow, green, orange, blue, purple, fuchsia. The eighth color is a transparent one that enhances the existing shade and gives it a mirror-like shine. To get a bright tone, it is recommended to apply the dye to bleached hair. The manufacturer warns that the lower the level of bleaching, the less intense the color is.
- to create a fashionable look;
- the composition is ready to use;
- additional nourishment;
- enhanced protection from damage.
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Smart homes and their devices have become a prominent feature of modern living. These technologies are changing the way we live, enhancing convenience and creating exciting possibilities. You might ask, what is driving these innovations? The answer is Artificial Intelligence (AI). It is the catalyst behind these transformations, offering smart home devices with data analysis capabilities, voice recognition, energy management, and automation. This article shines the spotlight on how AI is influencing the development of smart appliances and what it means for users.
With AI-based systems, your smart homes are becoming more responsive and intuitive. This technology has been employed in devices to help in understanding patterns and making decisions. It is all about creating an environment that caters to your needs in the most convenient and efficient way.
AI-powered systems have the ability to learn from patterns and adapt to them. For instance, smart thermostats are capable of learning your daily routine and adjusting the temperature accordingly. Similarly, smart lighting systems can switch off when they detect no movement in the room for a specific duration, conserving energy.
Security has also been a significant focus for AI in smart homes. Devices like security cameras and alarms are now using AI for facial recognition, anomaly detection, and immediate alerts to the user, providing a robust security system.
The smart devices in your homes are constantly interacting with data. They collect, analyze, and interpret data based on your behavior and preferences. AI plays a pivotal role in this data management, making these devices not just ‘smart’, but ‘intelligent’.
AI-based systems can make sense of vast amounts of data. They analyze patterns in data to predict future actions. For example, a smart fridge could alert you when your milk is about to run out, or even place an order for you when it’s low. It’s all about making life easier and more efficient.
In addition, AI provides data security. It can detect unusual activities and alert you or take necessary actions to prevent any misuse of your data.
One of the most popular features of AI integration in smart devices is voice recognition. This technology has made it possible for users to interact with their devices through voice commands, making them more user-friendly and accessible.
Smart speakers like Google Home or Amazon Echo use voice recognition technology powered by AI. You can ask your virtual assistant to play your favorite song, provide weather forecasts, or control other smart devices in your home.
Not only this, but AI is also enhancing the accuracy of voice recognition. It can understand accents, detect emotions, and even identify different users, personalizing the experience for everyone.
Energy management is a critical aspect of smart homes that AI technology is significantly influencing. With the growing environmental concerns, energy-efficient appliances are becoming a necessity. AI comes into play by making these appliances more efficient and reducing energy consumption.
Smart devices powered by AI can optimize their operations based on your behavior, the environment, or energy tariff changes. For instance, your AI-powered washing machine could run at a time when it’s most energy-efficient, saving you money on your energy bills.
Moreover, AI can also provide insights into your energy usage, helping you understand where you can save more. It’s all about creating a green, sustainable future for everyone.
The impact of AI on home automation cannot be overstated. AI is not just making devices smarter, but it is also creating a cohesive ecosystem of devices that work together seamlessly.
Imagine your home setting the perfect ambiance for your movie night – dimming the lights, adjusting the room temperature, and even starting the popcorn maker – all triggered by a simple command to your AI assistant. This is what AI-powered automation promises.
AI is becoming the brain of your smart homes, learning, adapting, and controlling devices to provide a comfortable and convenient living environment. With artificial intelligence, home automation is not just about remote controls but about intuitive and interactive homes that understand and cater to your needs.
While the promise of AI in smart homes is immense, it does bring challenges. Concerns about data privacy and the complexity of technology are some obstacles we need to overcome. However, the potential of AI-powered smart homes outweighs these concerns, and technological advancements promise to address these issues. Welcome to the era of AI-powered smart homes, where comfort meets convenience and efficiency.
As we allow more artificial intelligence into our smart homes, we are also inviting a new set of challenges and concerns, particularly around security and privacy. Many people worry about the invasion of privacy that could come with devices constantly collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. However, AI is playing a pivotal role in advancing smart security solutions and preserving user privacy.
Machine learning, a subset of AI, is revolutionizing how security systems operate in smart homes. Traditional security systems depend on the homeowner’s decision making to work, but AI-powered smart security systems are entirely different. They have the intelligence to learn from patterns and anomalies in behavior, and can alert homeowners to potential threats in real time.
Take smart security cameras, for instance. They are now equipped with AI-powered image recognition technology that can identify unknown individuals or suspicious activities. These devices can alert you instantly, ensuring a rapid response to any potential security threats.
AI is also improving smart security through voice recognition. For instance, voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa can recognize different voices in your home, adding an extra layer of security. It ensures that only authorized users can control your smart devices.
Regarding privacy, AI helps in ensuring the secure processing of your data. It can detect unusual activities and patterns in data usage and warn you of potential breaches. AI-enabled encryption can further safeguard your data from malicious attacks.
Although challenges remain, the benefits of AI-powered security are becoming more evident. Remember, the goal of AI in smart homes is to enhance convenience, efficiency, and security, not to compromise them.
Moving forward, the trend of AI-powered smart homes shows no signs of slowing down. As computer science continues to evolve, we can expect more advancements in smart technology. This progress should make our homes even smarter and our lives more comfortable and efficient.
One area of AI development likely to have a significant impact on smart homes is machine learning. As the intelligence of smart devices continues to improve, they will become even better at understanding our behaviors and preferences. This advancement will allow them to adapt their operations in real-time, enhancing their efficiency and usability.
Furthermore, energy management will become increasingly critical, and AI will play a crucial role in promoting energy efficiency. AI-powered smart energy devices will not only help us reduce our carbon footprint but also save on energy costs.
However, realizing the full potential of AI in smart homes will require overcoming some obstacles, including security concerns and technological complexity. We must also consider the ethical implications of AI, such as potential bias in decision making and the effects of automation on employment.
In conclusion, the influence of AI on the development of smart appliances is profound and far-reaching. By embracing this technology, we can enjoy the benefits of convenience, efficiency, and security that smart homes offer. But we must also navigate the challenges responsibly. As we move into the era of intelligent homes, let’s look forward to the exciting possibilities that AI promises, and welcome a future where technology truly serves humanity. | <urn:uuid:96f16972-fda6-4118-a3c5-d0c745cea9bb> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://kha0s.org/business/how-is-ai-influencing-the-development-of-smart-appliances/ | 2024-02-26T18:39:26Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.941953 | 1,502 | 3 |
Over the last 30 years, billions of pounds of herbicides containing glyphosate (such as Roundup) have been sprayed on our food crops. These glyphosate based herbicides are the most heavily used weed killers in history. They are applied regularly to GMO crops and used on non-GMO crops such as wheat, potatoes, and sugar cane. Because of their heavy use, millions, if not billions, of people worldwide consume glyphosate in their food on a daily basis.
Breakfast at Monsanto’s presents a powerful review of the scientific evidence potentially linking glyphosate to adverse effects on humans and other life forms. In addition to its direct toxicity, glyphosate is also patented as an antibiotic. There is emerging evidence that glyphosate may profoundly alter the delicate balance of bacteria which live in and on our bodies and are essential to good health.
Breakfast at Monsanto’s concludes with recommendations for protecting our health and the environment from these potentially toxic chemicals.
Lee A. Evslin, M.D. is a board certified pediatrician and Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics. He practiced medicine and served as the CEO of a multidisciplinary medical group and its adjoining hospital. In 2014, he was asked to serve on a Hawai’i state-sponsored pesticide task force. The task force researched and reported on the possible health and environmental consequences of spraying pesticides. After the report was published, Dr. Evslin continued his research, meeting and collaborating with some of the nation’s foremost experts in pesticide toxicity. He received national recognition from the American Academy of Pediatrics for his work on pesticide legislation.
Written by Lee A. Evslin, M.D.
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The SHGC is the fraction of incident solar radiation admitted through a window, both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. SHGC is expressed as a number between 0 and 1. The lower a window’s solar heat gain coefficient, the less solar heat it transmits.
The nationally recognized rating method by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) is for the whole window, including the effects of the frame. Alternately, the center-of-glass SHGC is sometimes referenced, which describes the effect of the glazing alone. Whole window SHGC is lower than glass-only SHGC, and is generally below 0.8.
Solar heat gain can provide free heat in the winter but can also lead to overheating in the summer. How to best balance solar heat gain with an appropriate SHGC depends upon the climate, orientation, shading conditions and other factors. ENERGY STAR provides simplified guidance on recommended SHGC values for your climate; additionally, compare average simulated energy costs for your location based on various window types. | <urn:uuid:bd15633f-f09f-42a8-9bbb-659cfdbfd97d> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://kjwindows.com/for-homeowners/what-is-shgc/ | 2024-02-26T17:50:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.937675 | 213 | 2 |
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been actively involved in supporting Yemen through various means. The UAE, known for its efforts to ensure regional stability and peace, has been at the forefront of aiding Yemen, particularly in combating the challenges posed by the Houthi military.
The Houthi group, recognized as a terrorist organization, has been a major cause of unrest in Yemen. The UAE’s involvement in Yemen is primarily focused on countering this threat and restoring peace in the region. This commitment is evident in the UAE’s numerous initiatives to support the Yemeni people.
One of the key areas of UAE’s intervention in Yemen is through humanitarian aid. The UAE has been among the first countries to respond to the crisis in Yemen, providing essential supplies and support to those affected by the conflict.
This humanitarian aid includes food, medical supplies, and other necessities, directly benefiting the Yemeni population in these challenging times.
Reconstruction Efforts in Yemen
Moreover, the UAE’s role in Yemen extends beyond immediate humanitarian aid. The country has been actively involved in reconstruction efforts, focusing on rebuilding infrastructure, schools, and health centers.
These initiatives are crucial for the long-term stability and prosperity of Yemen, as they not only address the immediate needs of the population but also lay the groundwork for sustainable development.
Diplomatic Role For Peace In Yemen
The UAE’s commitment to Yemen is not limited to combatting terrorism and providing aid. The country has been a key player in diplomatic efforts aimed at bringing peace to Yemen.
By working closely with international partners and regional stakeholders, the UAE strives to find a political solution to the Yemeni conflict, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and negotiation.
Dedication To Peace & Humanitarian Efforts
The UAE is involved in Yemen through various means, including providing humanitarian aid, assisting with reconstruction, and engaging in diplomatic efforts.
The objective is to bring security and stability to Yemen, benefiting both the Yemeni people and the overall stability of the region.
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AdBlue Refill in Filton, Bristol - LCM Automotive
AdBlue is the trade name for a type of diesel exhaust fluid. When your vehicle’s engine is running, tiny amounts of AdBlue are squirted onto the exhaust gas produced, turning the NOx into nitrogen and water. This fuel additive is designed to significantly reduce the nasty pollutants released by most diesel engines, and the helpful team at LCM Automotive in Filton, Bristol can keep yours topped up easily and cheaply.
If your AdBlue warning light is showing on your dashboard, don’t wait to visit us for a top-up. Delay can cause a big increase in your emissions and eventually will prevent your engine from starting completely.
AdBlue Refill: £20 Inc VAT
At LCM Automotive we have a highly experienced team of technicians carrying out MOTs, vehicle servicing and general repairs and maintenance at our modern, fully-equipped workshop in Filton, Bristol. We’ve built up a reputation in Filton, and around the north Bristol area for going that extra mile to ensure quality work and excellent customer service. | <urn:uuid:d91590c5-e373-4380-8147-4a47a04e7ca7> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://lcmservice.co.uk/services/adblue-refill/ | 2024-02-26T17:25:12Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.917812 | 230 | 1 |
eSource: Night and Dana
A creative coming-of-age story for the climate-change generation
Dana Drucker fights boredom in her Florida beach town by crafting special-effects makeup—the more gruesome, the better. But when a messy prank with Dana’s best friend Lily gets the wrong kind of attention, the girls have two choices: find a new creative outlet or leave high school without graduating.
To save their shot at diplomas, Dana and Lily join a community college film class. It gives Dana a chance to keep practicing her monster makeup, as she and Lily start work on a horror movie inspired by local ocean warming. And a search for filming locations puts Dana in the path of Daphne Ocean, an activist and self-proclaimed water witch—the perfect kind of inspiring outsider. But when filming starts, Dana finds herself growing apart from Lily, who doesn’t seem to need her closest friend much anymore.
Soon, tempers are flaring, and Dana’s pushing away old friends and her new mentor. But as everything starts going up in flames, Dana also begins to forge her voice. Night and Dana is a creative coming-of-age story for the climate-change era, a graphic novel about making art and growing up when it feels like the world is on fire.
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There are a handful of popular cannabis social networks out there. We’ll look at WeedLife, MjLink, and Sunday Goods. Which is right for you? Read on to learn more. And be sure to follow these popular social networks for business and pleasure! Besides, they’ll help you grow your business and get more followers! And who knows, you might even end up entertaining some of your followers.
MJLink is the most well-known and most popular of the top cannabis social networks, but WeedLife is gaining popularity among enthusiasts and businesses alike. This site features an informative news feed and discussion groups, as well as social media marketing capabilities. You can create a personal profile or a business page to promote your cannabis products. You can also start a group to interact with other cannabis enthusiasts.
MassRoots is a cannabis-themed social network for college students. College students frequently look for reliable dispensaries in their area. MassRoots boasts more than 1 million users. It is the perfect venue for promotional strategies related to cannabis. You can also track customer analytics and advertise your business. It’s not just for college students, either. Cannabis businesses have a wide range of potential with MassRoots.
The booming cannabis market has spawned a myriad of new social media sites and applications. Duby is an emerging online social media network, which functions similarly to Twitter, Instagram, and Tinder. It offers marijuana lovers a way to connect with other users, views top posts, and interact with other weed enthusiasts. Duby is available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
The WeedLife social network was launched by the same company that created MJLink. This new social media site features a news feed where marijuana enthusiasts can keep up with what’s going on in the industry. In addition, wildlife features cannabis videos and educational content. You can also communicate with other members of the cannabis community in chat groups. WeedLife also provides social media marketing capabilities for cannabis companies.
In 2016, the Sunday Goods team acquired the Pharm and turned it into a marijuana greenhouse. They also repurposed three 4,000 square feet of manufacturing space into research and development. The result is a vertically integrated cannabis company. Sunday Goods produced 40,000 pounds of cannabis last year and is expected to make even more this year. That’s enough to roll forty,800 joints!
The company plans to launch in Arizona, where marijuana is legal for medical use. They cannot ship their products outside the state, as doing so would be considered drug trafficking. Banking marijuana profits is risky, which is why many national banks refuse to do business with them. Instead, Sunday Goods is required to use smaller banks that specialize in the marijuana business. They will deal in cash. Additionally, marijuana-related businesses are required to pay taxes on all of their revenue. This is because Section 280E prohibits businesses from deducting operating expenses. | <urn:uuid:48db9952-5c1b-4689-afbf-1ecf9dd05738> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://live22slot.info/top-3-cannabis-social-networks-for-business-and-pleasure/ | 2024-02-26T16:54:57Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.952295 | 595 | 1 |
Our students are motivated to “aim even higher” based on skills, attitude, maturity and the ability to demonstrate the best work habits. A healthy combination of competition and collaboration among the students also leads to their higher levels of achievement. Data is the basis for reflection and reality checks which easily identifies academic performance and areas of need. The information is shared with students, parents and staff, and is the basis for individual education plans for each student. Completion of educational benchmarks in every class represents academic achievement.
Students and staff are engaged in plantation drive once a year. All the boarding houses have solar panels installed on the roofs. The school had taken the solar energy initiatives to prove them hot water during winter. Waste water is recycled in the recycle plant and is used for watering plants and other purposes. There are manure pits where the dry leaves, vegetable peels and wastes etc. are dumped to make manure to be used in plants in the campus. Time to time, children are taught the importance of conservation of nature.
It is the dynamics between a teacher and students that define the essence of the classrooms. The teachers take them on a journey of pure learning; instill an environment of curiosity and interactivity through innovative methods and latest educational technology. The school has many such supplements as follows:
Audio-visual room: Teachers relegate to the role of resource or material providers via internet or using pen-drives.
Smart-boards: Teachers explain their subject through videos and graphics on smart board
Language-lab: Every class has two periods per week to learn vocabularies and improve their pronunciations in the language lab.
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UPS Engineering Jobs Overview
UPS, otherwise known as Uninterrupted Power Supplies, provides your main power source a temporary amount of backup power in case it crashes, or the voltage drops below minimum levels. This will allow the computers to keep running for a short period of time.
By installing a UPS system, you can be guaranteed that the computers and other connected equipment will be able to shutdown properly and without losing any data.
On top of this it will also help to prevent any damage being caused to your systems.
Depending on the time frame your UPS will supply power for will determine the size and set up of the system.
The Average Day Of A UPS Engineer/UPS Installation Engineer
These systems are vital to any business which use them. Being a UPS engineer means that they will rely on you and put their trust with yourself to ensure that they are correctly operating and if anything is to go wrong, you will be on hand to rectify the issue immediately.
The jobs you can expect to see whilst being an installer or engineer of UPS systems can vary but the main tasks involve, installing, maintaining, and repairing.
Being an installer means that you will often be assessing the area where these systems are being installed and the potential health and safety risks.
With many different scenarios where UPS may be installed, you will be required to evaluate the regular source of power and the reason it is required. By doing this, you will be able to gage which size and set up to install.
UPS engineers install, service, and repair all UPS systems for clients whether this is for commercial use or personal. They will make sure that the UPS is well ventilated, and the room is the appropriate temperature.
When you are installing a UPS system, there shouldn’t be any windows in the room or frequently has a high level of moisture in there. You should also choose a room where the temperature is controlled separately from the rest of the building.
Any system which appears to be down, or malfunctioning will require assistance immediately before further damage is created.
Many UPS engineering firms offer around the clock care and support to all clients. This means that you may be required to work out-of-hours and weekends.
Once a client has reported an issue with the system, you will be required to address the fault and repair it with minimal disruptions to their day.
Along with repairs, regular servicing and maintenance will be a part of your working day and this can include replacing old batteries.
The Skills Desired For UPS Engineers/
UPS Installation Engineer
The most important skill to start with is communication within your team and to your client’s whist carrying out a job.
This job involves a high level of risk towards anybody involved, especially if communication isn’t up to standards.
If messages are missed or interpreted incorrectly, the level of danger increases, and injuries or fatalities can be caused. Constant communication whilst working is the key to success.
A desirable skill to put on your CV is your knowledge on UPS systems. Whilst you may have not worked in this industry as of yet, showing that you have an understanding, and you are willing to learn will help your CV stand out from the rest of the crowd! We have covered hard skills and soft skills to add to you CV over on our website.
Working with clients will often be a large part of your day, so great communication skills are admirable and may be the difference between being offered a job or not.
Whilst we have mentioned many of the standard skills required to be a UPS engineer or a UPS installation engineer, many of the skills required can all depend on the level you enter at.
For example, if you are entering from the bottom rungs, your skillset will not be judged against somebody applying for a job at the top of the careers ladder. Once you have successfully acquired a job in this sector, your skillset will grow as the years go by.
Whether you start at the bottom, middle, or top of the career ladder, understanding UPS and the benefits it can provide businesses and other users is key. The more knowledge you gain, the easier you should find it to progress.
Qualifications Needed To Become A UPS Engineer/UPS Installation Engineer
One way to become a UPS Engineer/UPS Installation Engineer is to go through university and achieve a diploma or a bachelor’s degree.
Once you have obtained this qualification, you can begin to move closer to your end goal.
Whilst you are studying in university, a great thing to do would apply for a part time job or work experience to provide yourself with as much information as possible!
You do not get paid to do work experience; but you will gain a multitude of knowledge which can help you towards your final dream job!
One thing to remember is the different fields of engineering there are. For instance, to become a UPS engineer, it is desirable to have experience in field engineering. Whereas, if you are heading towards aerospace, mechanical engineering is the one for you!
The Average Salary Of A UPS Engineer/UPS Installation Engineer
Engineering comes with a heightened risk to anybody involved and requires a certain level of skill as well as knowledge.
If you are starting at the lower end of the career chain, your average wage can be up to £31,000 per year whilst the average wage is £35,000 per year at £17.95 per hour.
Once you are on the career ladder and becoming more experienced, the higher you get, the higher your salary will get. On average experienced UPS engineers can expect up to £47,500 per year!
The wage of a UPS installation engineer is slightly lower as the average wage is £27,500 per year at £14.10 per hour. The lower end of this job is £25,875 per year and the higher end of this job can see you with £35,500 per year.
This sector is not for the light-hearted, but it is certainly rewarding and a very successful one if you stick to it. Many opportunities to be taken and plenty of room to grow whilst picking up knowledge along the way!
If you are keen to starting your journey to become a UPS Engineer/Ups Installation Engineer, submit a CV to our technical recruitment specialists and we will help you get to where you need to be!
Alternatively, if you think you are ready to become a UPS Engineer and already have previous experience, apply today for one of our vacancies!
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The tourism industry is a large contributor to greenhouse gas emissions – around 8% globally – which has sparked interest in industry changes like sustainable tourism as a means of combatting this impact. Some of the environmental impact comes from travelers themselves, and some some from the hotel, hostels, and other places these travelers stay.
To help combat the ecological impact of hotel operations, as well as for the health of travel guests, more and more hotels have adopted green cleaning and are switching to eco-friendly cleaning products. Green cleaning helps hospitality providers waste fewer resources when serving guests.
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What is green cleaning?
Green cleaning is a sustainable housekeeping concept that means using eco friendly products and adjusting your cleaning procedures to operate more responsibly. The core of green cleaning is a shift away from chemically-based, industrial cleaning solutions towards more natural and environmentally friendly ones. Green cleaning products, in addition to emitting less pollution, are typically designed with safety in mind.
Many cleaning products that aren’t sustainably produced can provoke reactions from hotel guests, like allergies or skin irritation, and are often toxic. That’s why there are warning labels and instructions to wear gloves/avoid direct contact with these chemicals.
Green cleaning isn’t only about the products themselves. It’s also important to make sure you’re using green equipment in your hospitality premises, like green-certified vacuum cleaners and energy-efficient air conditioners. And while a shift to sustainable cleaning products is important, you need to use them responsibly as well.
Responsibly using green cleaning products means avoiding waste and doing research on the effects ingredients can have. Even if it’s natural, make sure you know how your cleaners can affect people and animals.
What are the benefits of green cleaning?
Changing your housekeeping practices to prioritize eco cleaning has a lot of benefits beyond environmental impact. Since cleanliness is so important in hospitality, many hotel managers opt for the strongest possible cleaning solutions they can find, but those products are often safety hazards and not necessarily better at cleaning.
Green cleaning products are more effective
While it may have been true a decade ago that sustainable cleaning products weren’t as effective as chemical cleaners, there have been plenty of advancements to challenge this notion. One example of an efficient eco friendly cleaning product is electrolyzed water, which activates the ions in salt to create a natural disinfectant. The cleaning solution is actually around 100 times more effective than bleach.
Green cleaning products are healthier
Keeping your guests healthy is an important part of hospitality management. A clean environment is better for well-being than a dirty one, but traditional cleaning solutions can also harm people. Many commonly-used chemicals can provoke respiratory issues, skin rashes, or allergic reactions, such as:
Your hotel staff needs personal protective equipmentlike googles and gloves to safely use these products, which your guests likely won’t have. In contrast, environmentally friendly cleaning products, because they are made without chemicals, pose a much lower health risk.
Green cleaning products are better for the environment
Though it’s a small shift, using eco cleaning products has a big impact on the environment. Chemically-based cleaners don’t only emit pollution, they also require a lot of other chemicals and energy to manufacture. These chemicals contribute to ozone depletion, local environment/air pollution, and are not biodegradable.
Hotels that use toxic cleaning supplies can actually pollute the local water supply through chemical runoff and residue on faucets. Natural cleaning products don’t harm the environment when used and consume far fewer resources when produced.
Green cleaning products indicate social responsibility
Switching to eco-friendly cleaning products is a great way to indicate to potential guests that you’re socially responsible and care about climate change. Value-based purchasing is very common now, with consumers overwhelmingly preferring to support businesses they perceive as green.
It’s not only customers, but investors as well. Sustainability is an important factor in a business’s future viability, which is why so-called ESG investors (who represent billions and billions in capital) support only sustainable businesses. It’s incredibly important to demonstrate your environmental and wellness commitments while avoiding greenwashing.
How can your business switch to green cleaning?
The most basic change you can make to improve the environmental sustainability of your hospitality business is to use only naturally-produced, chemical-free cleaning products. Avoiding the harmful impacts of toxic cleaners by using eco friendly solutions instead is where the concept got its name, after all.
There are countless cleaners on the market now that are ecological, safe, and cost-effective. Sustainable cleaning products being expensive is another common belief, but you can buy brands like Mr. Clean in bulk for only a small difference, if that.
Beyond using environmentally responsible cleaning products and equipment, a successful transition to green cleaning means:
- Better pest management: Pesticides are another category of hospitality product that are generally toxic and can harm guests that come in contact with them. You should aim to use only naturally-derived pesticides, minimize the amount of pesticide you’re working with, and warn guests ahead of time.
- Train your staff: Introducing completely new products and equipment to your business means making sure your employees understand how to use it. In addition to the products themselves, make sure your staff understand why responsible cleaning products and practices are important.
- Saving resources other ways: You can help guests and employees to be more mindful of their resource use and create less waste in your hotel. Water is a commonly overused resource – track consumption with smart meters and consider reducing tap flow. Refillable soap dispensers are another easy way to cut waste.
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Brushing up on oral care
Like all our products, the Lush oral care range reflects our values. We believe in a product for every need… and that includes our teeth!
1. The right dental product at the right time
We should treat our dental hygiene just like we treat the health of our skin and hair. Don’t we all want to keep our teeth all our lives? We carefully consider which cleanser is best for our skin, but we don’t often think the same for our teeth and gums. At Lush, we provide mouthwash and three different toothpaste bases to help you select the right products for your needs. Each variety comes complete with a host of beautiful, traceable and effective ingredients.
2. Leaving the world Lusher than we found it
This range tackles the environmental impact of non-recyclable toothpaste tubes. Indeed, conventional toothpaste is predominantly packaged in plastic-coated, aluminium-lined tubes that are rarely recyclable and can take over 500 years to biodegrade, if at all. Instead, you’ll find all of Lush's oral care products in clear, 100% recycled pots that are easily recyclable at home or through our Bring It Back scheme.
3. Innovating inside a rigid industry
We make fresh, handmade cosmetics across every product category there is - as well as new ones we invent. In many ways, toothpaste is the perfect cosmetic product; most of us buy it and use it twice a day without thinking too much about it. It impacts our smile, there, unmissable, on our faces. You could think of it as ingenious, but it also creates a lack of innovation within the industry. We manufacture our oral care products ourselves, which also goes for our wide range of flavours!
The origins of Lush’s oral care
Oral care isn't new to Lush. We've dabbled in the category since the early days, but it's since 2009 that we've seen a consistent offering on our shop floors. It all began with Mark Constantine, co-founder of Lush, asking for a good sodium bicarbonate toothpaste, and Helen Ambrosen, microbiologist, inventor and co-founder, whose grandad was a dentist.
When Helen first got to work, she was clear that she didn't want packaging that couldn't be recycled. This led to her inventing the toothpaste tab - a mix of powders and carefully chosen materials, like tiny bath bombs that gently but effectively clean the teeth. It then took months of development work for Gary Shears, product inventor, to finally succeed with the toothy tab production.
A local dentist tested the range and examined the results, to prove that the products cleaned the teeth like an 'ordinary toothpaste'. Helen recounts that it was quite surreal to sit in the waiting room, all colleagues together, waiting to have their teeth checked over the three months of the trial. We've since extensively tested all of our oral care products with an independent, cruelty-free lab, which has shown us how effective our products are.
Later on, we saw more evolution in the oral care category with mouthwash tabs and jelly-like toothpaste formulas.
What’s in Lush’s oral care range?
Toothpaste tabs: Tackle surface stains
According to our tests, these little tabs have a sodium bicarb (baking soda) base that gives a whitening effect with high stain removal power. They can have a range of abrasivity levels from medium to high depending on the ingredients added to the base, to suit the condition of your teeth.
Alongside cleansing and sweetening ingredients, you’ll find essential oils in these tabs. They provide varying benefits, from promoting excellent oral hygiene to fresh breath - and taste delicious too. For example, the spearmint oil in Dirty gives a nice refreshing touch, while orange, lime and lemon oils give Refresher a fruity taste and a squeaky clean effect.
Toothpaste jellies: A gentle wash with effective teeth whitening
A blend of carrageenan and agar (two seaweed extracts) makes the soft, jelly base of these toothpastes. In addition, we use a mild, oral-care-friendly surfactant called sodium methyl cocoyl taurate. This helps to clean the teeth thoroughly but with a very gentle foam, perfect for sensitive teeth and gums.
Toothpaste with fluoride: A gentle base that takes great care of your teeth
When working on this new toothpaste, inventors Gary and Helen quickly realised that fluoride didn’t work with the materials in our toothpaste tabs, nor with the hot, pourable base of our toothpaste jellies. They, therefore, created a brand new base that turned up to be closer to traditional toothpaste in texture.
Then, a materials expert (with whom Lush has been working for years) helped determine the fluoride levels. The toothpaste contains 1000 ppm (parts per million) of fluoride, which was decided as the right level to be effective alongside the other ingredients.
Mouthwash tabs: First came the toothpaste tab, then came the mouthwash tab!
An idea of Rowena, one of Lush’s co-founders, these mouthwash tablets fizz in the mouth like little bath bombs! They’re ideal when you’re out and about, looking to freshen up, and prefer an alcohol-free wash.
The use of mouthwash should be the final step in the oral hygiene process, both in the morning and evening. It’s a useful addition to brushing and flossing and should not be used alone as a substitute. If you’re up for a minty punch, consider using Crème De Menthe and its menthol crystals, or if you’re in a sweeter and citrusy mood, choose Refresher!
Frequently asked questions
Do Lush oral care products meet ISO (The International Organization for Standardization) standards?
The ISO standards for tooth products are being worked towards. The oral products Lush has invented are solids rather than the pastes or liquids referred to and so do not easily fit into the framework of the standards. For example, the ISO standard for mouthwash only relates to liquids, meaning they can be difficult to fulfil.
Can I use mouthwash tablets in combination with my regular toothpaste? Will they reduce the effects of fluoride toothpaste?
Lush mouthwash tablets can be used to refresh the breath in combination with fluoride toothpaste but we recommend waiting at least 20 minutes after brushing your teeth. If you are using Lush toothpaste tablets or jellies, you can use your mouthwash tablets straight away.
Can the citric and malic acid in the mouthwash tab erode the enamel on my teeth?
Citric acid helps form the tablet's solid shape and creates fizz when combined with sodium bicarbonate. Malic acid increases the flavour and the effect of other ingredients used, such as menthol and peppermint oil. That extra flavour enables your mouth to feel fresher and enhances the experience.
The pH of saliva ranges from 5.6 to 7.9, with an average value of 6.75. Enamel erosion starts in earnest below 5.5. When developing and testing the mouthwash tablets, we found that the pH of saliva after using a tab was between 6.45 and 7.0, so not in the danger zone of acidic erosion. That’s because sodium bicarbonate is alkaline and neutralises the effect of citric and malic acid, as well as deodorising and refreshing your mouth.
Now that you know everything, why not browse the range and choose the oral care products that will make you smile? As Gary Shears would say:
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Philippine Craftsmanship: An Untapped Source of Income
Craftsmanship has long been a hallmark of the Philippine culture. From intricately woven textiles to exquisite hand-carved furniture, Filipino artisans have always possessed an innate talent for creating stunning works of art with their own hands. However, in recent years, this once flourishing tradition has sadly taken a backseat to mass-produced goods and modernization. But fear not! In this blog post, we will delve into the untapped potential of Philippine craftsmanship and explore how reviving this age-old practice can not only preserve our cultural heritage but also provide a lucrative source of income. So grab your tools and join us on this journey as we unlock the secrets to making money through the revival of Philippine craftsmanship!
The current state of Philippine craftsmanship
The current state of Philippine craftsmanship is a mixed bag of both challenges and opportunities. On one hand, we have witnessed a decline in the practice due to changing consumer preferences and the rise of mass production. Many skilled artisans have had to shift their focus towards more commercially viable ventures, leaving traditional crafts behind.
However, there is still hope on the horizon. A growing number of individuals are recognizing the value of handmade products that reflect our rich cultural heritage. This appreciation has led to a resurgence in interest for Filipino craftsmanship, with consumers seeking unique and authentic items that tell a story.
Additionally, the power of social media has allowed artisans to showcase their work to wider audiences. Platforms like Instagram and Facebook provide them with an avenue to share their creations directly with potential customers around the world.
Despite these promising developments, it’s essential to address some key issues hindering the growth of Philippine craftsmanship. Limited access to resources such as funding, tools, and training remains an obstacle for many aspiring craftsmen/women. Additionally, competition from cheap imports poses a challenge when trying to establish local crafts as valuable and sustainable industries.
Nonetheless, amidst these challenges lie tremendous opportunities for those willing to invest time and effort into reviving our traditional crafts. By promoting awareness through education programs and supporting artisan communities with better infrastructure and marketing initiatives, we can help elevate Philippine craftsmanship back onto its rightful pedestal.
So let us not be disheartened by the current state but rather inspired by its potential! There is much untapped talent waiting in every corner of our beautiful country – talented hands eager to create masterpieces that embody centuries-old traditions while meeting modern demands.
A brief history of Philippine craftsmanship
The rich history of Philippine craftsmanship dates back centuries, with its roots deeply intertwined in the country’s vibrant culture and diverse heritage. From intricate wood carvings to colorful woven textiles, Filipino artisans have long been known for their exceptional skills and attention to detail.
One notable period in Philippine craftsmanship is during the Spanish colonial era, where European influences merged with indigenous techniques to create unique art forms. This fusion can be seen in religious sculptures and architectural designs found in churches across the country.
Another significant chapter in Philippine craftsmanship is during the American occupation, when new materials and technologies were introduced. This led to innovations in furniture making, pottery, and jewelry crafting.
In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in traditional Filipino crafts as a result of increased awareness of cultural preservation. Artisans are rediscovering ancient techniques passed down through generations and incorporating them into contemporary designs.
Filipino craftsmanship encompasses a wide range of disciplines – from basket weaving in Mindanao to pottery-making in Batangas. Each region has its own distinct style and specialty that adds depth to the overall tapestry of Philippine artistry.
By celebrating and supporting local craftsmen, we not only preserve our cultural heritage but also provide opportunities for economic growth within communities. Investing in training programs, marketing initiatives, and access to markets will help revive this untapped source of income for aspiring artisans.
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship requires concerted efforts from both government agencies and private organizations. By promoting artisanal products locally and internationally through trade fairs or online platforms dedicated to showcasing Filipino craftspeople’s creations can boost their visibility while creating sustainable livelihoods for these talented individuals.
As we appreciate the beauty that lies within each meticulously crafted piece made by skilled hands using traditional methods handed down over time let us remember that preserving our heritage contributes not only economically but also culturally socially spiritually enriching lives future generations
The untapped potential of Philippine craftsmanship
The untapped potential of Philippine craftsmanship is a treasure waiting to be discovered. With its rich cultural heritage and skilled artisans, the Philippines has so much to offer in terms of handmade crafts and products. From intricately woven textiles to beautifully carved wooden furniture, the diversity and quality of Philippine craftsmanship are unmatched.
One area where Philippine craftsmanship can truly shine is in the global market for artisanal goods. With the rise of sustainable and ethically produced products, there is a growing demand for handmade items that are not only beautiful but also made with care and attention to detail. This presents an opportunity for Filipino craftsmen to showcase their talents on an international stage.
Another untapped potential lies in tourism. Many travelers today seek authentic experiences that connect them with local culture and traditions. By promoting Philippine craftsmanship as part of the tourist experience, it can attract more visitors who are willing to spend money on unique souvenirs and support local artisans.
Additionally, reviving and investing in Philippine craftsmanship can have a positive impact on local communities. By providing training opportunities for aspiring craftsmen, supporting small-scale enterprises, and preserving traditional techniques, we can create sustainable livelihoods for artisans while preserving our cultural heritage.
In order to tap into this potential, it is important to address certain challenges such as limited access to markets, lack of infrastructure support, and inadequate funding for skills development programs. Collaboration between government agencies, private sector stakeholders, NGOs, and artisans themselves will be crucial in overcoming these obstacles.
Overall,the untapped potential of Philippine craftsmanship holds great promise for economic growth,preservationoftraditions,andenhancementofthetourismindustry.
By recognizingandinvestinginthisrichresource,wecanunleashthe creativityandskillsofourartisansandpositionthePhilippinesasaleadinghubforhandcraftedproductsintheworldmarket
How to revive Philippine craftsmanship
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship is essential for preserving the country’s rich cultural heritage and tapping into its untapped potential. Here are some key steps to breathe new life into this fading art form.
It is crucial to raise awareness about the importance of supporting local artisans and their craft. This can be done through various means such as organizing workshops, exhibitions, and promoting indigenous products online.
Providing resources and training opportunities for aspiring craftsmen will help develop their skills and encourage more people to pursue a career in craftsmanship. This could involve partnering with educational institutions or establishing dedicated training centers.
Fostering collaboration between artisans and designers can lead to innovative creations that blend traditional techniques with contemporary designs. By bridging the gap between tradition and modernity, craftsmen can attract a wider audience while still maintaining authenticity.
Additionally, strengthening government support for the craft industry is vital. This includes offering financial incentives or grants to artisans and promoting their work both locally and internationally.
Incorporating craftsmanship into tourism initiatives can create sustainable income streams for both artisans and local communities. By showcasing their skills through cultural tours or craft festivals, craftsmen have the opportunity to sell their products directly to visitors.
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship requires collective efforts from individuals, communities, organizations, and governments alike. Through these strategies outlined above – raising awareness, providing resources & training opportunities,
fostering collaboration & innovation,
strengthening government support,
and incorporating craftsmanship into tourism – we can ensure that this invaluable tradition continues to thrive in our modern world.
Why reviving Philippine craftsmanship is important
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship is of utmost importance in today’s global landscape. The rich tradition and talent that lies within the skilled artisans of this country should not be overlooked or neglected. By investing in and supporting these craftsmen, we can unlock a world of opportunities for both economic growth and cultural preservation.
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship provides an avenue for local communities to generate income and improve their standard of living. Many artisans come from marginalized backgrounds, where traditional crafts have been passed down through generations. By promoting their skills and products, we can create sustainable livelihoods that empower these individuals to thrive financially.
Additionally, preserving Filipino craftsmanship helps safeguard the intangible cultural heritage of the country. Each piece crafted by hand tells a story – a story deeply rooted in history, culture, and identity. These unique creations represent the soul of the Philippines and contribute to its diverse tapestry.
Moreover, reviving Philippine craftsmanship fosters creativity and innovation within local industries. When traditional techniques are combined with modern designs or materials, it opens up new possibilities for artistic expression and product development. This fusion creates a market niche that appeals to both domestic consumers who appreciate their heritage as well as international markets seeking authentic handmade goods.
Furthermore, reinvigorating Philippine craftsmanship contributes to sustainable development goals such as environmental conservation and social inclusivity. Traditional crafts often utilize natural materials sourced locally with minimal impact on the environment compared to mass-produced alternatives using synthetic materials or harmful production methods. By embracing these practices on a larger scale, we can promote eco-friendly lifestyles while celebrating our cultural roots.
In conclusion (as per instructions), revitalizing Philippine craftsmanship holds tremendous potential for economic empowerment, cultural preservation, creative expression,and sustainable development.
It is crucial that we recognize the value held within each artisan’s skillful handsand actively support them in order tounleashthe untapped wealththat lies within this age-old craftmanshiptraditioninthe Philippines
In this fast-paced and ever-changing world, it is crucial to recognize and appreciate the value of traditional craftsmanship. The Philippines boasts a rich history of skillful artisans who have honed their craft through generations. However, in recent years, this invaluable heritage has been overshadowed by modernization and mass production.
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship not only preserves cultural traditions but also presents a unique opportunity for economic growth. By tapping into the untapped potential of these talented craftsmen and women, we can create sustainable livelihoods that benefit both individuals and communities.
To bring back the glory days of Philippine craftsmanship, several steps need to be taken. First, there must be increased support from government agencies and institutions to provide training programs, financial assistance, and market access for artisans. Additionally, education plays a vital role in instilling an appreciation for local craftsmanship among younger generations.
Moreover, promoting Filipino-made products through various channels such as online platforms or trade fairs can help expand market reach locally and internationally. Collaborations between designers, artists, and craftsmen can also lead to innovative creations that blend traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics.
Reviving Philippine craftsmanship is essential because it celebrates cultural identity while providing income-generating opportunities for skilled artisans. It promotes sustainability by encouraging consumers to choose handmade products over mass-produced alternatives that often lack soulfulness.
It is up to us as individuals – consumers, entrepreneurs,
and policymakers – to recognize the immense value of our country’s indigenous crafts and take action towards their revival. By doing so,
we not only contribute to preserving our cultural heritage but also empower talented artisans who deserve recognition for their exceptional skills.
The time has come for us all to embrace the beauty of Philippine craftsmanship – an untapped source of income waiting patiently at our fingertips! Let us seize this opportunity together
to celebrate creativity,
support local talent,
and make a difference!
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(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Shipping has historically been a male-dominated industry and that tradition runs long and deep. However, through its global programme on the Integration of Women in the Maritime Sector, IMO is making a concerted effort to help the industry move on from that tradition and to help women achieve a representation within it that is more in keeping with twenty-first century expectations.
Another IMO film, Women at the helm, shows how the work of IMO, and others, is beginning to promote change for the better for women in shipping, and highlights first-hand experiences from some of those who have already succeeded.
The film held its official launch during the regional conference in the Republic of Korea, held in April 2013, on the development of a global strategy for women seafarers.
The conference, held in Busan, Republic of Korea, organized and funded by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF), and hosted by the Korean Institute of Maritime and Fisheries Technology (KIMFT), together with IMO, adopted a declaration of intent towards the development of a Global Strategy for Women Seafarers.
The conference adopted the Busan Declaration, in which the participants agreed to forge partnerships and solicit support of government agencies, as well as international and regional bodies to facilitate the implementation of a Global Strategy for Women Seafarers.
IMO’s programme on the Integration of Women in the Maritime Sector (IWMS) has a primary objective to encourage IMO Member States to open the doors of their maritime institutes to enable women to train alongside men and so acquire the high-level of competence that the maritime industry demands. The IWMS programme includes but is not limited to, strengthening national and regional capacities through gender-specific fellowships; facilitating access to high-level technical training for women in the maritime sector in developing countries; and facilitating the identification and selection of women by their respective authorities for career development opportunities in maritime administrations, ports and maritime training institutes.
Regional harmonization has been a second key priority under this programme, resulting in the establishment, through IMO support, of seven regional associations for women in the maritime sector across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, the Middle East and the Pacific Islands. Access to these regional networks have provided members with a platform to discuss gender issues; a golden thread of worldwide maritime communication and improved implementation of IMO instruments.
Things are definitely getting better in the cruise industry: Women now make up 18 to 20% of the workforce. But there’s still a long way to go. Of the more than 300 passenger cruise ships worldwide, fewer than a dozen have woman captains at the helm and it’s still a rarity to find women in the upper echelons of the cruise industry, since they only account for 5.4% of officers.
Capt. Wendy Williams
Staff Captain of Anthem of the Seas, she took the path less traveled and is one of the women rising through the officer ranks at Royal Caribbean. Her responsibilities include being responsible for overall ship maintenance, security on-board and looking after the navigation officers on the bridge. She is one of the most popular women seafarer and her appointment made news all throughout the world.
Captain Sarah Breton
She became the first female captain in P&O Cruises’ 173-year history and the only woman ever to hold that exalted position on any UK cruise ship. She started her career at sea when she was 16 with a four-year cadetship.
Captain Lis Lauritzen
Captain Lauritzen masters the Vision of the Seas. She got the inspiration to be a sailor from her father who was a sailor with Mærsk Line. She spent the first ten years of her career on various cargo ships and slowly rose through the ranks and got a permanent command on Vision on 10th August 2011.
Captain Margrith Ettlin
She became the first female captain to be at helm of a Silversea luxury cruise ship in its 20 years history. She is a Swiss national with extensive maritime experience in remote regions, including the Arctic and Antarctica.
Capt. Belinda Bennett
At 39 Belinda Bennett, a British citizen, became the Windstar’s first female and black captain. She handles and commands a crew of over 100 and steers a ship carrying over 140 passengers.
IMO continues to support the participation of women in both shore-based and sea-going posts, in line with the goals outlined under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls”, under the slogan: Training-Visibility-Recognition.
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We've just wrapped up a great project with Lube Corp! They came to us with a big goal – to give their website a major facelift without losing the essence of their trusted brand.
We dived deep into the world of lubrication and fluid management (yep, it’s as technical as it sounds) to bring a fresh, modern twist to their online space. Think rugged industrial meets sleek digital design. We kept the logo and main colors intact, adding a sprinkle of new design elements to spice things up. The result? A website that’s not just visually appealing but also a goldmine of information for distributors and customers alike.
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Did you know today is known as the most 'depressing' day of the year? As the post-holiday blues, cold weather (cue -35 in Calgary 😅), and those New Year resolutions start to wobble it can feel hard to stay upbeat!
But hey, we're marketers – we're all about turning challenges into opportunities. Here are some scientifically backed ways to beat the Blue Monday blues:
1. Brighten up your workspace with natural light or a happy lamp.
2. A quick workout, walk, or dance-off to your favorite tune can boost those endorphins.
3. Add a plant or two to your desk – green is serene.
4. Create a playlist of your favorite songs cue: Taylor Swift perhaps?
5. Watch a funny video or share jokes with your team.
Share with us how you're beating the blues today! 🙌
Remember that the path to success is rarely a straight line. This is where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come into play. They're not just metrics; they're your compass and map, guiding you through the thickets of decision-making and strategy planning.
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As another year draws to a close, we pause to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your unwavering support, warmth, and belief in our mission have been the pillars of our strength and we're endlessly thankful for the wonderful community we share.
May you find joy in life's simple pleasures, warmth in the company you keep, and a renewed sense of inspiration as you step into the new year.
Merry Christmas and joyous holidays to you all!
With warmth and appreciation, your friends at Marketing Guardians 🎄
New year, same team! We're grateful for the amazing team that's journeyed with us through every milestone. A big thank you to @patandbettys for hosting an unforgettable Christmas dinner – the perfect blend of delicious food and festive cheer!
Reflecting on a year filled with exciting projects and achievements, we're reminded of the strength and creativity of our team.
Wishing everyone a joyful and safe holiday season. 🎄
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Kuva Systems, an innovative player in the industrial IoT space, faced the challenge of amplifying its marketing efforts to match its groundbreaking methane monitoring solutions.
💡Our strategy involved in-depth Storybrand sessions to develop detailed buyer personas, guiding a comprehensive overhaul of its marketing materials. This included enhancing their website and creating compelling presentations, data sheets, social media content, and email campaigns.
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You can hire one employee or you can hire a team of experts for the same price, what sounds smarter? Meet Marketing Guardians, your Monthly Subscription-Based Marketing Agency - get expert marketing support at one flat rate! Think of us as an extension of your marketing team, a full-service creative partner. Whether you need a little help, or a lot, you can count on us! | <urn:uuid:784a6941-a887-42b1-a791-a5fcc0b3eca3> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://marketingguardians.com/tag/automating-sales-process/ | 2024-02-26T17:55:25Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.921816 | 1,995 | 1 |
Elias Perdomo will be attending the 19th International Summer School on Advanced Computer Architecture and Compilation for High-performance Embedded Systems, where they will present a poster summarizing their work on the MEEP project. The event is scheduled from July 9 to 15 in Fiuggi, Italy.
About the event
Computer performance has increased by over 1,000-fold in the past three decades. This astonishing growth has fueled major innovations across all aspects of society. New advances in drug discovery and diagnosis, product design and manufacturing, transportation and energy, scientific and environmental modelling, social networking and entertainment, and financial analysis depend on continued computer system performance increases. Computing systems are so fundamental to today’s society that they represent a basic resource and form a strategic foundation for many of our most powerful and versatile tools and developments. Maintaining rapid growth in computing performance is key for tackling the societal challenges shaping Europe and assuring our global competitiveness in the future. | <urn:uuid:5e09b7fd-31b4-4800-91b8-8d356405fd67> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://meep-project.eu/events/acaces-2023 | 2024-02-26T17:00:22Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.924495 | 195 | 1 |
We also officially have our crib set up in the nursery. Anything non-nursery-related is outta there (except for a couple of items that will be sharing the closet…y’know, a wedding dress), so we’ve just got our honest-to-goodness nursery work to do in there. Oh, and when I say “crib”, I don’t necessarily mean mattress. Still gotta pick that out. I’d like to go organic with it, but may just settle for a mattress with, for lack of better description, “low emissions.” 😉 We shall see, but it was awesome that Dave and his papa got the crib together in under 30 minutes — and I’m in love with the wood color (even if I wanted white all along; sometimes a husband and wife have to compromise…and the wife has to get creative in her decorating choices…. *wink, wink*). I’ll take pictures after things come together a tad more.
The big nursery “to-do”s include:
– A major cleaning of the wood floors (and everything else – that toy train, for example). Those floors are in rough shape, and no matter what I clean them with I can’t seem to get up the film…or the rough patches.
– Hang the blinds. The curtains I made are already up, but our Christmas Tree Shop bamboo blinds (I believe $6 each) need to go up to block out more of the light – can you say “naptime”? Don’t worry, I’ll either replace them or find a way to make them child-safe when the time comes. I’m not too concerned about them considering that their construction is much simpler than regular blinds, and we may not even be in this house when the toddling starts – who knows?
– Sanding and painting the dresser (AKA changing table). I’d been waiting for the perfect weather, but when the sun finally shines, “other plans” coincide. Maybe I should learn how to ignore guests and just get to the dirty work while the weather cooperates. 😉 Oh, and it has occurred to me that the frames also need painting. And perhaps the bookcase. Hmm. Now, where IS that nesting instinct?
– Closet craziness. We’ll be putting up an overhead shelf (ie big ol’ board from Lowe’s), and actually shifting where the rod (currently a huge wooden dowel – use whatchya got) resides. I know this will be a crazy feat, mostly because it was when we did this in our office closet. But, who knows? Sometimes projects surprise us. 😉
– A ragin’ game of hangman. This will involve all the aforementioned art, as well as whatever else I can rock out myself. I’m still popping out more ideas, so we may simply have too much darn art for this kiddo! I don’t want to overstimulate them (there are a lot of verbal graphics going on), but if I group them in collage form, I’m hoping they won’t overwhelm. I also have some simpler art ideas, too, so it’s all good. I’ll edit if need be.
– Finishing (and hanging…again, see above…hangy, hangy, hangy) the mobile. I’m thinking of putting this over the changing table rather than the crib. Y’know. Just to rebel a little bit.
– Finishing touches. Y’know, bringing in the rocking chair (which currently resides in our front room), move stuff around, find spots for all the goodies I’ll be getting at my upcoming shower, and all the fun “final touches” decorating. Then share ’em here!
More importantly, our biggest job right now is researching our pediatrician options and putting in a phone call about a possible daycare provider. And, of course, I have to make the final cloth diaper decision (but that’s technically lower on the list). There are a million loose ends I’d like to tie up all over the house – especially outside (our curb appeal is driving me CRAZY right now!!!) – but the energy levels are diminishing while the belly size is increasing. And why is it that every time I get halfway through a sewing project, my bobbin tension goes all wacky?! Is it the Universe shouting “It’s time to call your mother” (mind you, the Universe in this scenario has a middle-aged Jewish accent, similar to Mrs. Costanza)?! Sheesh.
However, I must say that our weekend was quite eventful, between getting the full-sized bed hauled to its new home (the in-laws :-)), the crib built, a post-birthday celebration at Beardslee Castle with my favoritest people, a trip to Oneonta to visit a former student (who’s like our first child, truth be known) and stop by an awesome natural food/product store and antique shop, and heading home to do a bit of yard work (during which I had an epiphany – the foundation is okay as it is, for now…the paint chipping off of the basement windows, however, could stand some paint – much easier mini-makeover, don’tchya think?! And I can totally do that with the right cushioning…hee hee). Oh, yes, and I sanded down the dresser only to realize that we needed more wood putty and to decide on some hardware for that sucker. So, while my energy lacks for more sanding/painting, I DO think I can head to Lowe’s and grab those items…then fill some holes and call it a night. Whew. So, that’s all for now! | <urn:uuid:6e44eba5-367d-48f8-bbcb-3134d50a55a1> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://megactsout.com/2012/05/becoming-a-nursery/ | 2024-02-26T16:50:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.945593 | 1,262 | 1 |
WHAT IS PROPOSITION 65?
In 1986 – almost 30 years ago – due to concern over exposure to toxic chemicals, Californian voters passed a citizen initiative, the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, or, as it’s now universally known, Proposition 65. This citizen-based initiative, which is now the law in California, requires the State of California to publish two lists of chemicals – one list of chemicals that have been shown to pose a risk of causing cancer in animals or humans, and a second list of chemicals that have been shown to pose a risk of causing birth defects or other reproductive harm in animals or humans.
Even if a chemical has not been shown to cause these kinds of harm in humans, if the harm has been shown in animal testing, then the State of California is required to put the chemical on the appropriate Proposition 65 list. The two lists, which are updated once a year, have grown to more than 800 chemicals since they were first published in 1987.
Proposition 65 also requires any company doing business in California to notify Californian consumers about the presence of a Proposition 65-listed chemical in any product the company offers for sale in California.
If a product sold in California could expose a Californian resident to the specified minimum amount of one of these 800+ chemicals, the product must include a warning notice. Proposition 65 does not ban the sale of a product that contains a listed chemical; it simply requires the product to have a “clear and reasonable” warning notice on it.
WHY DOES THE PRODUCT I’VE BOUGHT CONTAIN A WARNING?
California Proposition 65 entitles Californian consumers to special warnings for products that contain chemicals determined by the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm if those products expose consumers to such chemicals above a certain level set by California.
ARE ALL STATES AFFECTED BY PROPOSITION 65?
Proposition 65 only applies in California. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers who sell consumer goods in California are subject to Proposition 65’s warning notice requirements, whether or not the company is located in California. However, it is certainly possible that a product originally intended for sale in California that has a Proposition 65 warning notice on it could find its way to another State and be offered for sale there, even though Proposition 65 doesn’t apply in that state.
ARE PRODUCTS WITH A PROPOSITION 65 WARNING NOTICE UNSAFE?
When a manufacturer includes a Proposition 65 warning notice on a product it does not mean the product is unsafe. Rather, the notice is intended to inform Californian consumers of the presence of a listed chemical so the consumer can make an informed decision when purchasing the product.
HOW CONCERNED SHOULD I BE ABOUT A PROPOSITION 65 WARNING NOTICE?
A bit of background information is needed to understand what Proposition 65 warning notices really mean. It’s important to understand that a Proposition 65 warning notice does not mean a product is dangerous or harmful. The threshold exposure limits that the State of California has set for many chemicals on the two Proposition 65 lists are far below the “safe” limits set by other regulatory agencies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, various European health agencies, and the World Health Organization.
HOW DOES PROPOSITION 65 DETERMINE THE THRESHOLD LEVELS FOR WHICH A WARNING NOTICE IS REQUIRED?
Proposition 65 establishes two criteria to define the level of exposure risk. One criterion applies to cancer risk and the other criterion applies to the risk for birth defects or other reproductive harm:
The maximum daily exposure threshold for a cancer-risk chemical is determined using the “no significant risk level.” The “no significant risk level” is defined as the maximum daily level of exposure that would result in not more than one additional case of cancer in 100,000 individuals exposed to that specific chemical every day for 70 years. In other words, a person who was exposed to the maximum daily limit of the chemical at the “no significant risk level” for 70 years, would have no more than a one-in-100,000 chance of developing cancer as a result of that 70-year exposure.
The maximum daily exposure threshold for a chemical that could potentially cause birth defects, is determined by using the “no observable effect level.” The “no observable effect level” is defined as the maximum daily level of exposure that has been shown to not cause any birth defects or reproductive harm in laboratory animals or humans. In addition, as a margin of safety, the “no observable effect level” is divided by 1,000 to establish the threshold for requiring a Proposition 65 warning notice for that chemical.
WHAT ABOUT SIMILAR PRODUCTS WITH NO WARNING LABELS?
You can’t assume that products without warning labels are free of harmful chemicals or exempt from the Prop 65 warning requirement. It’s possible that the product isn’t sold in California which is the only state that requires this warning label. Some companies only put the labels on products that will be sold in California, so you won’t find them unless you buy the product there. Finally, older products without any warning label sold prior to when the labeling requirement went into effect, may also contain the listed chemical(s).
WHERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
For general information on a CA Prop 65 list of chemicals and review FAQs from The California regulatory OEHHA’s website, please access: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html | <urn:uuid:0f46038d-f9b0-4b37-9d7f-9c66113667dd> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://meinlpercussion.com/en/proposition-65 | 2024-02-26T17:31:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.919423 | 1,170 | 1 |
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What if I could make short films to combine my passion of the arts and compassion for the planet? Not only to feel creative again but help be a voice for the ocean. How? By becoming a mermaid again. Merfolk are the embodiment of nature, grace, compassion, strength and movement, the spirits of the sea. Mers have captured the hearts of humans for thousands of years and are heavily featured in folklore and stories all around the world.
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WHAT IS AN OUTDOOR LCD MONITOR IP RATING?
Before we discuss the importance of Outdoor LCD monitor IP Ratings (Ingress Protection), let’s first examine what an IP rating is and how it works.
The standard known as IEC 60529 defines different levels of ingress protection. This standard makes it easy for users to judge the ingress protection of a product so they don’t have to rely on vague marketing terms like “waterproof”. IEC 60529 promotes uniformity in describing the protection provided by enclosures.
An IP rating is a two digit number and describes protection levels for electronic equipment.
The two digits represent different types of environmental influence. The first digit represents protection against ingress of solid objects, while the second digit represents protection against the ingress of liquids.
The table below outlines the protection requirements for both the first and second digit in an IP rating.
|First Digit: Ingress of solid objects
|Second digit: Ingress of liquids
|Object size protection
|No protection against contact or ingress of objects.
|Any large surface of the body, such as the back of a hand.
|Protected against vertically falling drops of water or condensation
|Fingers or similar objects
|Protected against vertically dropping water when the enclosure is tilted by up to 15o from the normal position.
|Tools, thick wires, etc
|Protected against water falling as a spray at any angle up to 60o from the vertical position.
|Most wires, screws, etc
|Protected from water splashed from any direction.
|Limited protection against dust ingress (no harmful deposits)
|Protected against low pressure water jets sprayed from any direction. Limited ingress is permitted provided it has no harmful effects.
|Totally protected against dust ingress.
|Protected against high pressure water jets sprayed from any direction. Limited ingress is permitted provided it has no harmful effects.
|Protected against submersion (up to 1 meter) for short periods of time. Limited ingress is permitted, provided it has no harmful effects.
|Protected against submersion (up to 3 meters) for long periods of time.
|Protected against close-range (0.1 to 0.15 meters) high pressure, high temperature spray downs.
A rating of “X” is sometimes describes one or more of the protection criteria. This “X” rating represents no test data. However, this does not mean “no protection”. For example, a piece of electronic equipment rated IPX7 demonstrates a robust resistance to the ingress dust because it has strong liquid protection, even though a rating for the ingress of solids has not been formally assigned. Therefore, an X designation shouldn’t be misconstrued as a lack of protection.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER AN OUTDOOR LCD MONITOR IP RATING?
Outdoor environments present a different set of challenges for an outdoor LCD monitor. IP Ratings for the TV in your living room will be very different to an IP rating for an outdoor LCD monitor. These environmental challenges include.
- Dust and dirt
- High levels of moisture
- Wider temperature ranges
- Insects and other small animals.
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HABITABLE – Linking Climate Change, Habitability and Social Tipping Points: Scenarios for Climate Migration – is an EU-funded project aiming at significantly advancing our understanding of the current interlinkages between climate impacts and migration and displacement patterns, and to better
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BRIDGE will ensure that: government initiatives for fair and ethical recruitment and reintegration are evidence-based, gender-responsive and coordinated; and the government has mechanisms that translate evidence into policy and practices of recruitment and reintegration.
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The Intergovernmental Authority on Development Regional Consultative Process on Migration or IGAD-RCP (also known as the Migration Dialogue for the IGAD Region or MiD-IGAD) aims to promote the common position of the IGAD Member States and African Union (AU) as provided in the AU's Migration Policy
The main objective of the EU Action is 'to contribute to the development of the long-term capability of Jordan to control and manage its borders and to ensure greater security for citizens and visitors, while guaranteeing the respect for the rule of law and human right standards'.
The 'left behind' families of absent migrants are a vulnerable and under-served population. A comprehensive approach of top-down protections and policy, with bottom up empowerment, will aim for long- term sustainability through government learning.
The Safer Migration Project (SaMi) is a bilateral initiative of the Governments of Nepal (GoN) and Switzerland, with technical assistance from Helvetas. In its current third phase (2018-2022), SaMi is working in 39 districts with high rates of labour migration.
The IBM Silk Routes project seeks to support the countries in the region to build more effective and efficient border management systems, and in doing so strengthen the capacity of state authorities to combat irregular migration, encourage safe migration, and enhance prosperity across borders.
The focus of the United Nations’ joint programme (JP) is to strengthen migrant integration and social cohesion, particularly among the populations in vulnerable situations, through targeted engagement and participation of government counterparts, civil society, migrants and host communities in
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This global, SDC funded, project seeks to contribute to the promotion of fair recruitment practices globally and across specific migration corridors in North Africa, the Middle East and South Asia. Target countries include Hong Kong SAR, Jordan, Nepal, the Philippines and Tunisia.
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The Hub is a virtual “meeting space” where governments, stakeholders and experts can access and share migration-related information and services. It provides curated content, analysis and information on a variety of topics.
The Hub aims to support UN Member States in the implementation, follow-up and review of the Global Compact for Migration by serving as a repository of existing evidence, practices and initiatives, and facilitating access to knowledge sharing via online discussions, an expert database and demand-driven, tailor-made solutions (launching in 2021).
The Hub aims to help you find information on migration, ranging from policy briefs and journal articles, existing portals and platforms and what they offer, to infographics and videos. The different types of resources submitted by users undergo peer review by a panel of experts from within the UN and beyond, before being approved for inclusion in the Hub. To provide guidance to users based on findings of the needs assessment, the content is ordered so that more comprehensive and global resources are shown before more specific and regional ones. Know a great resource? Please submit using the links above and your suggestion will be reviewed. Please see the draft criteria for existing practices here.
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Coco Adjustable Ceramic Wall Light, Matte White Striped
Drawing inspiration from industrial and vintage lighting styles, the Coco matte white ceramic wall light features an adjustable ceramic dome shade that resembles the shell of a coconut.
The industrial silhouette of the Coco wall light contrasts beautifully with the organic materials used to craft its ceramic shade. This fusion gives the Coco wall light a unique appearance that adds a focal point to interiors.
The matte white striped finish of the ceramic shade brings character to this wall light's petite profile. It measures 10.5cm in width and projects 19cm from the wall.
The Coco ceramic wall light comes with an adjustable swivel that can be altered to create the desired look and direct the projection of light to where it is needed.
To complement an array of interior styles, the brass swivel and backplate are available in five distinct colour finishes: antique brass, antique silver, polished brass, satin brass and powder-coated matte black.
The Coco matte white ceramic wall light's functional design makes it suitable for both residential and commercial settings.
Bulb is sold separately.
Please note that our ceramic lights are handmade in our studio in Mullan Village. As such, the exact size, colour, and texture of each piece may vary.
|0.4 kg / 0.8 lb
|Light Bulb Base
|Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
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|MLWB02 | 10cm Diameter
|10.5cm / 4.13"
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The Museum of Aviation Education Department is excited to work with Scientists and Engineers from the Middle Georgia community to present the first GA Kid’s STEM Day! This exciting day of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math will be on Saturday, August 13th at the Museum of Aviation. Mentors from L-3 Communications, Raytheon, Robins Air Force Base, area educators and others will all work together to present challenging hands-on activities which will include building a solar powered robot! The Ham Radio Association and the Radio Control Club will also make presentations during the event.
Students in grades 1 – 5 are all invited to participate. Space is limited in this special program. Please register soon. Cost is $35 and includes lunch.
Please pass along this invitation to all families that you know who may be interested in STEM education. Contact Candi James at the Museum of Aviation for more information. Candi can be reached at 478-222-7575. Groups are also welcome. We can work with scout troops and other groups to keep students together in classes. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information.
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Few recent movies inspire the question “What am I looking at?” quite as strongly as Harmony Korine’s new “Aggro Dr1ft.” Filmed with thermal-vision cameras and undergoing extensive post-production work involving both visual effects and artificial intelligence, the movie follows a Miami hitman (Jordi Molla) as he alternates between a quietly loving life at home with his wife and family and the brutal realities of his job. But that story is told with a looping, repetitive style and otherworldly visuals that can cause viewers to zone out and drift away. (Or worse: Fainting and nausea were reported at some screenings.)
Maybe don’t call it a movie at all. Along with premiering “Aggro Dr1ft” at film festivals in Venice, Toronto and New York, Korine has been announcing his new Miami-based company, EDGLRD, a multidisciplinary, multimedia outfit that will be involved in a wide range of creative endeavors. (That it’s even called “Edgelord” may or may not be a joke upon the very people it’s intended to appeal to.)
The technology involved in creating “Aggro Dr1ft” allows it to be constantly updated and altered, so the version that screens at the upcoming New York Film Festival will have some different images than what has already screened at Venice and Toronto.
Korine, still boyish at age 50, even as his hair is more gray than not, burst upon the ’90s filmmaking scene as the screenwriter of the controversial “Kids” and then as the director of “Gummo” and “Julien Donkey-Boy.” After some years away and a reset, he returned with a bracing run of unpredictable, inventive features that challenged audiences and pushed cultural boundaries: “Mister Lonely,” “Trash Humpers,” the commercial breakthrough of “Spring Breakers” and “The Beach Bum.”
Korine has always had a hand in other creative endeavors, which coalesce into something of a unified worldview that mixes an outsider’s love of pop culture, prankish humor and thoughtful artistic explorations. An exhibition of paintings by Korine inspired by the thermal imagery of “Aggro Dr1ft” will be on display at L.A.’s Hauser & Wirth gallery from Sept 15 through Jan. 14.
As a photographer, he has shot campaigns for clients such as Gucci and Kim Kardashian’s Skims swimwear line, the latter of which featured the reality star-entrepreneur amid bikini-clad models with space alien heads.
Rapper Travis Scott also appears in “Aggro Dr1ft,” and Korine recently directed segments of Scott’s “Circus Maximus” project, including performance footage at the ancient amphitheater of Pompeii, alongside other filmmakers such as Gaspar Noé and Nicolas Winding Refn.
When “Aggro Dr1ft” premiered at the Venice Film Festival, Korine and his EDGLRD collaborators did their press conference wearing 3-D-printed masks inspired by the creature effects in the movie. Korine walked the red carpet with his wife, Rachel Korine, and the oldest of their three children, 14-year-old Lefty Korine.
“She was like, what the f— is this?” Korine said with the confused wonder of the typical parent of a teenager. “I don’t even know if she’d ever seen any of my movies before.”
After the midnight Toronto screening of “Aggro Dr1ft,” Korine came out in another of the 3-D-printed masks for the Q&A, working the room like a talented showman and leaving the dazed audience equal parts delighted and bewildered.
The afternoon before the film played in Toronto, Korine sat for an interview along with Eric Kohn, who recently left his position as vice president of editorial strategy and executive editor at IndieWire to become head of film strategy and development at EDGLRD, and visual-effects artist Joao Rosa, the new company’s creative director.
The future of “Aggro Dr1ft” is still being determined, as to whether it will be released to theaters or launched online via a streaming platform.
“We really were even unsure about putting it in a movie context,” Korine said about premiering the “Aggro Dr1ft” project at festivals. “We’re trying to make something that was more immersive and that felt closer to an experience — a kind of a specific vibration that was more physical.”
So if “Aggro Dr1ft” isn’t a movie, what is it? What do you refer to it as?
HARMONY KORINE: I guess it works in a lot of ways like film, but it’s its own thing. We’re trying to make things that were very much of the culture and very much indebted to gaming or alternative forms that were out there. A couple years ago, we started losing a lot of interest in conventional linear filmmaking and started spending more time on games. I was starting to feel like there was a kind of singularity where a lot of art and gaming were all starting to merge into something that was maybe difficult to articulate. I mean, we’ve been calling them “blinx,” because I feel like that’s just a random kind of connotation. But they’re their own thing. They’re their own kind of new form.
ERIC KOHN: I think it’s worth pointing out that we’ve been living in a media climate that’s very open to work that consolidates from many different media at once. And people have been grasping for the right term to describe that for a long time. Remember when “transmedia” was a thing? “Convergence culture?” This kind of work is a direct reflection of that impulse to create something that has all these different kinds of touch points. Like, it can be a game, it can be fashion, it can have all these different forms. The feature film is just one piece of this larger pie. So I think that’s really what the EDGLRD concept is extrapolating in.
Beyond “Aggro Dr1ft,” what will EDGLRD be creating?
KORINE: The way it’s set up is closer to a design company. There’s also a large tech element. We’re creating our own tech for purposes of our own creation and IP. Basically seeing what we can make, how far you can push the medium. And then, at the same time, it’s also really at its core just a way of trying to have fun again with all this stuff. We’ll be making anything — from filters to features and games — and creating our own platform. It’s a way to circumvent a lot of the traditional system.
KOHN: And also just speeding up the process of experimentation. The hardest aspect of the development process in the traditional feature-film space is time. Because you have great filmmakers who just can’t get something off the ground and they get frustrated, [Korine] included, and then they move on because it’s just not happening. In this situation, we can bring people in, show them the kinds of tools that we‘re developing and get them instantly to start innovating ideas. It’s totally different from the way the system usually works.
With “Aggro Dr1ft,” what are we seeing specifically? Were the core images captured with thermal cameras?
KORINE: Yes and no. At the base, the look is thermal. So we got a lot of cameras from NASA, but it wasn’t really just thermal. It was all filtered through a lot of intensive post work that included everything from VFX [visual effects] to AI [artificial intelligence] and everything in between.
Where does AI enter? What is the function of AI in the project?
KORINE: It’s just another layer. It was just part of the visual language.
JOAO ROSA: AI is starting to permeate all the aspects of the company, because we are very focused on developing technology. And AI is becoming mixed with everything, with programming, with the storytelling. There’s many ways we can leverage AI. So the first experimentation was “Aggro Dr1ft,” and it was purely visual. Like Harmony saying it was this additional layer, because “Aggro Dr1ft” has so many layers. It wasn’t just a thermal capturing. There were more ways we captured than just thermal. And then in the process of crafting it, we had the thermal, the VFX, the AI. So it’s a visual thing.
So many people are scared and upset about AI. What’s making you want to embrace it?
KORINE: The way we’re using it, it’s not really the existentialist threat. It’s a new creative tool.
ROSA: I come from this world of VFX animation, so it’s really my community that is completely afraid of the repercussions of AI. So I know exactly the different ways AI can be used. The first, initial fear of people being replaced by it, if you use it in a certain context — for us, it was used to achieve things that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. Which I think is the exciting part of AI and the part that Harmony also gets super-intrigued by. So it is really achieving things that we wouldn’t achieve otherwise.
KOHN: I think, actually, Hollywood is super-excited about the potential of the tool, but also afraid to offend anyone who feels some inherent fear associated with the unknown. There’s this new thing we don’t totally understand what it’s going to do to us and society, but most people are kind of getting that it’s here and it’s going to have an impact, and that’s just going to be part of how we work. So let’s work with it and do something constructive with it.
KORINE: And in the end, it either works or it doesn’t work. It has to have its own merit in order to survive, just like anything else.
From what I had already read before I saw it, I expected to feel a lot more alienated from “Aggro Dr1ft.” I was surprised by how much story there was and how emotional I found it. It’s about this guy who goes out into the world to work but wants to get back to his family. Harmony, is that where you are now?
KORINE: That’s something that people can identify with on a very base level. I don’t know about myself, but in the context of the story, I think he’s a character who is blessed with a gift. The gift is really also his curse. And so the story itself is very dystopian, culturally. Everything has been boiled down to its most primal. It’s all assassins, it’s all hit men, this kind of tropical noir. And I think in his heart, as a character, he is almost religious. If you listen to what he says in the end, “All we have is the love of our children and the love of God,” because he knows everything that he does is destructive. But he’s in some ways redemptive.
As much as the project has to do with EDGLRD and the technology used to make it, it still sounds personal for you.
KORINE: In the end, all the tech conversation is really just in service of the story. At its core, you want to be moved or you want to feel something. It’s a journey and a narrative that hopefully you feel.
When you did “Spring Breakers” and “The Beach Bum,” you spoke about this fluid editing style you called “liquid narrative.” Is this an extension of that?
KORINE: It’s a glitch world. It’s like a looping glitch world. It’s caught between reality and something hyper real. That’s why we’re using the thermal imagery. I liked the idea of something being heat-based, of it kind of attaching itself to the soul of the character. And so it really then becomes about the silhouettes, the colors, the heat, the life. And there is something kind of beautiful about that experience. It is an attempt to show a kind of post-articulation: what comes beyond just a simple articulation and an explanation of the narrative.
And it’s closer to a feeling or a vibration. That’s why vibes are, in films and art and games right now, for me, the most essential. I don’t even know what has meaning anymore. Are we living in a time that’s post-meaning? And so then what are we left with? We’re left with the vapors. And so this is an attempt to step inside the film.
Do you ever see yourself making a conventional movie again?
KORINE: That’s hard. Who knows? This is so much more exciting. It really is the potential to create worlds and feelings, and there’s so much potential. Right now, I’ve never been this excited about creating, ever. Because it’s limitless in a lot of ways. That’s the most difficult part — when you can create anything, then what do you do? | <urn:uuid:26424657-b874-4e75-ab98-82801b372c78> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://newshub27.com/harmony-korine-explains-his-hallucinatory-aggro-dr1ft/ | 2024-02-26T18:08:52Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.967536 | 2,967 | 1 |
After first discovering a room-temperature material capable of superconductivity in 2020, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) physicists have done it again by replicating superconductivity through less strenuous conditions, a promising sign for future everyday applications.
In layman’s terms, the traditional energy grid is powered by metallic cables, which not only loses an estimated $30 billion worth of energy as it transfers electricity, but also creates heat as a byproduct that contributes to climate change.
Now scientists at UNLV are getting closer to creating a material that could change the way we get our electricity forever.
The breakthrough was first discovered in 2020 when a team of UNLV and other scientists synthesized a superconductive material through extreme high pressure, something they’ve been able to do since at one-third of the initial pressure.
Pressure plays a key part in all this. In short, to achieve superconductivity at room temperature, UNLV scientists had to synthesize materials containing a mix of carbon, sulfur, and hydrogen into a metallic state, which then enters into superconductivity after being put through extreme pressure, the level of which is found only naturally at the center of the earth. The fact that UNLV scientists are able to achieve this superconductive state through less pressure signifies a major breakthrough.
Long since theorized, superconductivity is a phenomenon that’s been observed for over a century, but is only now reaching the point where scientists are capable of harnessing it for practical use.
It’s a holy grail of energy efficiency that scientists have long chased, as it means energy could be transferred with no net loss of power.
For Nevada, this could mean an energy boom, as the amount of solar energy able to be harnessed in the state could be transferred to places across the country with zero loss.
Ashkan Salamat, one of the leading UNLV physicists behind the breakthrough, talked about the importance of superconductivity research in face of an energy crisis in the U.S., noting that “the inefficiency of current technology” is accentuating what’s already bad. “For societal change, we need to lead with technology, and the work happening today is, I believe, at the forefront of tomorrow’s solutions.”
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This weekend we arranged our second community clean up in Chippenham, focusing on the area around the Olympiad Leisure Centre. We were a bit concerned that the weather would keep people away, and high winds meant that our gazebo tried to take flight, but our 15 volunteers did an incredible job over the course of two hours.
In that time, participants found 16 bags of recycling and 14 bags of general rubbish. The 30 bags took up an entire car space!
Much of what was found was practically an antique, including this Lucozade bottle that appears to have a Nov 93 Best Before date. We had volunteers younger than that!
It was great to see young members of the community pitching in to clean up Chippenham.
We really appreciate parents bringing their kids along and setting a fantastic example for others.
Happy litter pickers are what we like to see!
Tina carried out a spot of gardening and had the area looking fab.
The amount of rubbish and recycling Rob found in this one bush was staggering.
Jo and Steve managed to snag 6 bags of rubbish and recycling between them.
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#LitterWatch2017 has only been running for about a month now, but it
feels like we are about to enter the world of repeats. Despite the
varied weather this week
fog, sun, and a downpour or two
most of the
items on the board are looking the same.
The biggest change is to our sign (a bit of water has gotten in, causing
the ink to run) and the napkin: it looks like it’s on its last legs.
However, it’s not decomposing or disappearing like you might think. Instead, small pieces are breaking away, meaning this one piece of paper
litter can lead to a bigger mess over time.
Ditto with the cardboard cigarette container; it is gradually separating into multiple, component parts.
But everything else? Basically the same as the past few weeks.
I think many people have an “out-of-sight, out-of-mind” mentality when it comes to rubbish: once it is out of their hands, it ceases to exist. However, this experiment is already showing how this is not the case: litter can remain unchanged for far longer than you might think. And not just litter: imagine this multiplied across everything sent to landfill. Reducing, re-using, and recycling is looking better every week! | <urn:uuid:47cb7ea2-693a-48b7-a9fd-313d9dcde423> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://off-the-ground.org/litterwatch2017-week-4/ | 2024-02-26T19:02:54Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.964647 | 279 | 1 |
Risks, rackets and ransoms: the dark side of cybersecurity threats
Two years since the Colonial Pipeline incident brought cybersecurity to the forefront of thinking in the US, what have companies learned and implemented? Ashima Sharma investigates.
The Colonial Pipeline. Credit: Bloomberg / Contributor via Getty Images.
In May 2021, the operator of the US’s largest fuel pipeline paid $4.4m to a group of hackers who broke into the company’s computer systems. The owners of the Colonial Pipeline, which carries fuel to south-eastern parts of the US, made the payment to return operations after a ransomware cyberattack, the largest ever attack on US oil infrastructure.
More than 9500 filling stations were out of fuel, causing panic-buying and severe fuel shortages. What followed was the intervention of the federal government, the help of engineers to recover systems and a ransomware negotiation with the hackers known as Darkside.
It is now two years since the Colonial Pipeline incident. The mayhem it caused became a point of departure to address the elephant in the room – cybersecurity.
Moving cybersecurity thinking beyond the firewall
Cyberattacks on oil and gas infrastructure promise maximum disruption and massive monetary negotiations. As offshore oil and gas infrastructure increasingly becomes reliant on remotely connected operational technology, it also makes facilities vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Offshore operations are multifaceted, and legacy software like antiviruses or firewalls are not enough to protect critical national infrastructure.
“While such approaches are still employed, they fail to identify inherent vulnerabilities within the operational technology (OT) systems, are unable to detect suspicious or potentially dangerous operations such as unscheduled controller updates, or highlight behavioural anomalies associated with cyber-attacks, whether initiated externally or internally,” says Paul Evans, UK sales engineer at Nozomi Networks.
Antiviruses and firewalls are unable to detect suspicious or potentially dangerous operations.
Gavin John Lockyer, CEO of Arafura Resources
Reports indicate that more than 1600 offshore facilities in the US rely on remote monitoring technology. Any cybersecurity attack on such firms can cause major economic disruptions, impact supplies to the market and affect prices. Moreover, any tampering with technology that is monitored or controlled by internet of things (IoT) devices can result in spills, fires and cause marine or environmental damage.
Addressing these blind-spots in the oil and gas industry means cybersecurity standards and benchmarks being adopted by, or enforced upon, operators.
”Offshore is a difficult environment in which to consider cybersecurity”
The foremost concern for adopting cybersecurity measures is a predictable one – the cost of upgrading infrastructure.
Oil and gas companies are dependent on assets that span across multiple generations of technologies. While some may be compatible with the evolved security threats, others may need a digital upgrade or replacement.
Tony Burton, the managing director of cybersecurity company Thales, says: “Like many other sectors that are heavily dependent on OT, offshore oil and gas assets are expensive to commission, maintain and decommission, and this makes for a difficult environment in which to consider cybersecurity investment cases.”
Equinor invested $554m in safety and automation deals to build its cybersecurity defence.
Yet, companies are now posturing their infrastructure to identify and prevent criminal activity. According to Offshore Technology Focus’s parent company GlobalData, the Norwegian multinational energy company Equinor invested $554m in safety and automation deals to build its cybersecurity defence. Austrian firm OMV introduced training for its 27,000 employees and implemented multifactor authentication across its organisation’s systems. Companies like ExxonMobil, Repsol, and ONGC have all jumped on the cybersecurity bandwagon.
But what are the usual weak links in the offshore infrastructure that allow cybercrimes to take place? It is perhaps worth remembering that, in the case of Colonial, a single password compromised with an out of date VPN allowed the hackers to gain access.
The vulnerable and weak links in oil and gas companies
To effectively prioritize cyber investments in the offshore industry, it is crucial to frame the cyber issue in terms of business risks, threats to human and environmental safety, and the cost of compromising critical national infrastructure.
The severity of an attack also encompasses other indirect costs, including legal claims, reputational damage and intellectual property theft.
Different stages of the value chain have distinct cyber risk profiles. Exploration has the lowest vulnerability and severity of risk, since it involves only seismic and geological data. The loss of this presents a low risk of disruption to business, however the company’s competitive field data can be attacked. Attacks in the exploratory stage can go unnoticed for the lack of immediate bearings on costs or operations.
More than 71 companies were compromised for several years before attacks came to light.
For instance, the Night Dragon attacks of 2006 procured executive, confidential information of oil and gas field bids and operations. More than 71 companies, including ones in the energy sector, were compromised for several years until the attacks came to light in 2011.
The development drilling stage poses the highest risk, due to its infrastructural expanse, interconnected IoT and sensor-based systems and the potential for significant financial losses. In 2014, a cyber-attack caused an oil rig off the coast of Africa to tilt to one side. It shut down the production process for a week until engineers identified the breach and regained control.
Production and abandonment operations with legacy assets and limited monitoring tools, rank highest in cyber vulnerability.
Identifying weak links “is about the oil and gas industry becoming more resilient, and this is only achieved by understanding what you have, understanding the threat and risk position, and then working towards a set of actions that will bring those risks to a level that the organisation can tolerate,” says Burton.
The dual role of the dark web
The dark web is a part of the internet that isn’t indexed by search engines and this anonymising nature facilitates buying, selling and trading of companies’ credentials for illegal purposes such as ransomware and online extortion. On one hand, the dark web is the epicentre of compromised information and criminal activity. On the other, it presents as a resource for security cells to observe, identify and build threat resistance.
A 12-month research project by Searchlight Cyber, an organisation that provides dark web intelligence, observed how energy companies are targeted on the dark web. While energy companies may not have historically thought of themselves as targets, criminals are now leveraging the critical nature of assets managed by these companies to extort huge sums of money.
The best approach to security is to assume that everything is going to fail.
Monitoring the activity on the dark web can help companies identify paths of an attack, prepare defences and build threat models for future resistance. The report observes that the predominant activities against energy companies coming from the dark web are auctions for initial access to companies’ systems.
“With information on the revenue, location, and technology of the potential victim, security teams can identify if their clients fit the profile given at auction and take mitigative action. Even if they don’t fit the exact profile of the victim, they know this is a tactic being used against other energy companies that they should factor into their threat modelling,” says Jim Simpson, the director of threat intelligence at Searchlight Cyber and co-author of the report.
Credit: The typical content of dark web sales. Photo by Searchlight Cyber
When asked about the most watertight approach to cybersecurity, he adds: “The best approach to security is to assume that everything is going to fail. If it is made by a person, it can be broken by a person. And what you want to do is get multiple security controls in place so that you can identify threats as they occur. You want to have preventative controls and then a layer of detective controls in case your preventative controls fail.”
Benchmarking cybersecurity standards
One way of securing critical infrastructure is to institute its security in law. As a response to the Colonial Pipeline hack, the US Congress passed the Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act that mandated reporting of cyber intrusions to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency within 72 hours, or 24 hours in case of ransom. As legislations lapse, oil and gas companies are now including security standards and corresponding cyber tooling conditions in contracts with their service providers.
The challenges to the energy industry are not unique, however the operational variables make it difficult to halt activity and modify underlying infrastructure. This can cause delays until a suitable maintenance window is available.
Further, the deployment of cybersecurity needs a significant shift in mindset. Vendors are often reluctant to use defensive measures “due to a perception that such tooling may impact system performance and hence effect their service-level agreemets, even when the same tooling has been deployed multiple times within their systems for other customers,” information security consultant Paul Evans explains.
Credit: Colonial’s CEO testifying during a senate hearing. Credit: Pool via Getty Images
“Cybersecurity benchmarks typically centre around [international standards guidelines] IEC62443, ‘Industrial Network and System Security’, which provides guidance for the implementation of cybersecurity protection through the consideration of people, process, and cybersecurity tooling. The successor to the European Network and Information Systems (NIS) directive, NIS2, which also includes references to IEC62443, now includes oil and gas within its remit, and unlike IEC62443 which is a guideline, NIS2 is now law across EU countries as of January 2023, with multi-million dollar fines for non-compliance.”
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Survival of the Richest
(This piece is now the basis of a new book, Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires.)
Last year, I got invited to a super-deluxe private resort to deliver a keynote speech to what I assumed would be a hundred or so investment bankers. It was by far the largest fee I had ever been offered for a talk — about half my annual professor’s salary — all to deliver some insight on the subject of “the future of technology.”
I’ve never liked talking about the future. The Q&A sessions always end up more like parlor games, where I’m asked to opine on the latest technology buzzwords as if they were ticker symbols for potential investments: blockchain, 3D printing, CRISPR. The audiences are rarely interested in learning about these technologies or their potential impacts beyond the binary choice of whether or not to invest in them. But money talks, so I took the gig.
After I arrived, I was ushered into what I thought was the green room. But instead of being wired with a microphone or taken to a stage, I just sat there at a plain round table as my audience was brought to me: five super-wealthy guys — yes, all men — from the upper echelon of the hedge fund world. After a bit of small talk, I realized they had no interest in the information I had prepared about the future of technology. They had come with questions of their own.
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Which region will be less impacted by the coming climate crisis: New Zealand or Alaska? Is Google really building Ray Kurzweil a home for his brain, and will his consciousness live through the transition, or will it die and be reborn as a whole new one? Finally, the CEO of a brokerage house explained that he had nearly completed building his own underground bunker system and asked, “How do I maintain authority over my security force after the event?”
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EU Nature Restoration Law Offers The World’s Best Hope
A cure for devastating ocean harm already done by high and rising CO2.
Restoring the Trees and Seas of the EU by 2030 will receive €8.3 billion per year.
There is excellent news for the planet in the leadership by the European Union that recognizes worsening harm to the environment requires immediate restorative action. Recognizing the vital need for Climate Triage and setting priorities to stem the hemorrhage of environmental harm destroying vital ecosystems, the EU parliament passed the EU Nature Restoration Law in July 2023. It is the world’s most essential and significant environmental legislation to date. Best of all, it comes with a sufficient budget to achieve potent and immediate results; almost but not too late, it will be challenging and joyful work to deliver this first aid for our Trees and Seas.
Let’s look at the SEAS part of this new action plan, as it is now Against The Law not to restore our Seas!
Ocean restoration is a topic that few understand when compared to the restoration of terrestrial ecologies. We all know that planting trees is both practical and promising. Healthy forests provide so many benefits to our environment: homes for forest wildlife, protection of water resources, and, of course, every gram of tree carbon, aka wood, is a gram of carbon captured and safely sequestered from the atmosphere, helping to slow the course and damage of climate change. Alas, trees grow very very slowly.
To understand ocean restoration, a first good step is to think of oceans in the way we think of ecosystems on land. There are many diverse terrestrial ecosystems, forests, pastures, shallow wetlands, and more. The oceans are best thought of as an assemblage of many ocean pastures. Most ocean life depends on these pastures and their blooming period of prolific growth, just like livestock on land depend on the grass that blooms on pastures on land. On land, if the pastures fall into a drought, the livestock disappears, but no one claims that the livestock has been over-harvested.
Somehow, the narrative about oceans and their cataclysmic collapse of fish and sea life is that overfishing is the principal cause. The ocean pastures are suffering today from a 50+ year decline of its phytoplankton, overfishing is happening but on pastures where most of ocean life has already been starved into near extinction. We can and we must restore the EU’s Ocean Pastures. The OPR plan for the EU is simple, proven, potent, practical, and prompt!
There is the potential for Europeans to become the caring, restoring stewards of many of its vital ocean pastures every year. The cost of ocean pasture restoration will be a tiny fraction of the new EU NRL budget, not even 10% of the appropriation; even 1% will be sufficient to restore the SEAS of the EU. OPR will be immediately proven to be environmentally safe, ecologically sustainable, and most importantly, economically successful in the course of our planned series of 3-year state-of-the-art restorations as public-private partnerships with many EU nations.
Within this short 3-year time frame, billions of fish will be fed. Sardines, seabirds, whales, and myriad fish species will be restored to historic levels of health and abundance.
A brief history of sardines provides us with our raison d’etre
There is no more iconic fish of Europe than its sardines (aka pilchards, herring). Our scientists and politicians have been lamenting the dire collapse of sardines for at least 50 years. Here’s a story from 1970 on the disaster of the loss of sardines that drew a report in the New York Times.
LORIENT, France, July 23, 1970 — Emile Rio raised his tumbler of vin rose’ in a sad salute to
the waters of the Bay of Biscay.
“Somewhere out there, the sardines are hiding,” he said in a voice as throaty as the
rumble of his fishing boat’s idling engines.
“They are beautiful things when you catch them, like great heaps of jewels,” he mused. “I hope they will come back again.”
The news report laments that schools of silvery sardines have been growing scarcer and smaller along France’s western coast, and people are worried. Some, like Mr. Rio, insist that a whim of nature is to blame. But many fear that the sardine industry, a mainstay of the local economy, is being quietly overtaken by an environmental disaster.
Jump forward 50 years!
The case of the shrinking and disappearing sardines has resulted in many theories doing the rounds among fisherfolk: an increase in hungry predators such as the bluefin tuna and dolphins, overfishing, and epizootic diseases in the Gulf of Lions – the Mediterranean’s richest pasture for sardines, anchovy and mackerel.
However, biologists at the French Research Institute for the Exploitation of the Sea (Ifremer) debunked these hypotheses in a report published Monday, concluding the sardines were getting skinnier because their own food source – plankton – was drying up.
“Satellite images clearly show a drop in the quantity of microalgae in the mid-2000s … at the same time we started to see a decline in the size of sardines,” says Jean-Marc Fromentin, a researcher at Ifremer.
Sardines are essential links in the ocean food chain and are among the world’s most fished foods. Smaller, younger sardines, whose weight has plummeted from 30g to 10g, have little commercial value.
“A sardine given a small amount of food must have a double portion in order to grow like a sardine given a large amount of food,” said Claire Saraux, a former Ifremer researcher who now works at the CNRS, France’s National Centre for Scientific Research.
“We were surprised by the very significant effect of the size based on the amount of the food.”
The same tragedy of the shrinking sardines is repeated everywhere in Europe and indeed around the world. The solution is obvious to all: we must restore the plankton food the sardines depend upon.
Ocean Pasture Restoration is the answer! It will feed and bring back the fish to all of Europe!
Here’s our plan. Ocean restoration to bring back the fish is proven, potent, practical, and prompt!
For more than 50 years, the scientific community has seen their role as mere observers of natural phenomena. They always advise with ideas for more research and rarely, if ever, offer practical plans, save for requests for more research funding. There have been and are endless academic discussions on the topic of the shrinking sardines of Europe. The apparent solution of restoring their ocean plankton pastures has come up time and time again, only to be dismissed in favor of pointing fingers of blame toward the “bad overfishing pirates” and claims that not enough research has been done.
That New York Times report of 1970 helped expose the plankton’s plight and resulted in the building and putting into orbit this Blue Planet’s First Ocean Plankton Pasture satellite in 1978. The satellite provided the first-ever global ocean plankton pictures and maps revealing the cataclysmic collapse of ocean plankton pastures. The disappearing plankton pastures correlated perfectly with the observation of shrinking size and numbers of fish; some began to work on practical solutions, restoring the ocean pastures.
The late great Prof. John Martin dedicated his life to unraveling the Gordian Knot of the complexity of ocean pasture ecology. He won global acclamation for his incredible work proving that the ocean plankton pastures control the world’s climate and, of course, the primary productivity of all ocean life, including the fish. By 1990, his work was featured everywhere in science as a monumental breakthrough offering incredible practical potent promise. His work made the rounds of major media in the form of political cartoons.
The iron-rich dust that Prof. Martin spoke of has historically been carried to the distant ocean pastures as dust in the wind. Near the shore, an abundance of iron mineral dust reaches nearby ocean waters via rivers and streams of neighboring lands. The problem is that our high and rising anthropogenic CO2 in the atmosphere has the powerful effect of making plants on land, especially grasses, grow better. Grasses that are associated with pastures that are green and lush in the wet seasons and dry and dusty in the dry seasons are the key.
More Grass Growing Means Less Dust Blowing
Since at least 1950, global greening due to our CO2 emissions has been taking place.
The decline of dust dates back much further. Still, by 1970, it became clear via the reports of shifts in global fish, especially the plankton feeders, that the problem of global ocean plankton pasture collapse was well correlated and potentially cataclysmic to fisheries.
Sadly, the response of the world of fisheries was to develop vastly better technologies to improve the catch of the dwindling fish. This technological shift has hidden global fisheries collapse for decades, proving that better technology can catch more of even dwindling fish. Of course, only the wealthiest of the fishing world could afford such technological, bigger, better fleets, and the world of artisanal ocean fisheries was starved to the moribund state it is in today.
Thanks to the tragic story of the European Sardines, we can definitively understand what we must do. We must BRING BACK THE FISH!
Bringing back the fish will deliver massive economic and food resource benefits to the regions. Ocean Pasture Restoration brings the world of oceans into the same world of pastures on land. We learned 10,000 years ago that when we worked to take care of our pastures on land, those pastures would take care of us. The epoch of treating the oceans as a wilderness of abundance where we never give anything back but treat them as unlimited hunting territories must end now!
By replenishing and restoring the dust we have denied our oceans, a consequence of the emissions of 2 trillion tonnes of fossil fuel age CO2, we can, as John Martin noted, restore the ocean’s potency in managing and controlling our climate.
Our restored healthy ocean pastures will:
1. Bring back the fish
2. Bring back the seabirds
3. Bring back the whales
4. Bring back cooling clouds and cooling albedo
5. Bring back ocean pH to normal and healthy, less acidic levels, ending ocean acidification.
6. Bring back the biological fixation and sinking oceanic mercury that largely derives from coal emissions.
and… oh yes,
7. Bring back the oceans as the most powerful, potent, prompt, and practical means to capture and sequester billions of tonnes of yesterday’s CO2 that produces all of today’s climate change environmental harm.
Some additional reading links:
Here’s what the British Royal Society says about Yesterday’s legacy CO2.
If emissions of greenhouse gases were to be stopped, would the climate return to the conditions of 200 years ago?
Even if emissions of greenhouse gases were to suddenly stop, Earth’s surface temperature would require thousands of years to cool and return to the level in the pre-industrial era. https://royalsociety.org/topics-policy/projects/climate-change-evidence-causes/question-20/
Our overfished seas have nothing left to give
Published on 21/11/2023
As the UK and the EU are setting fishing quotas for 2024, we must end overfishing or risk marine collapse and its devastating consequences for communities and wildlife.
Today, over a third — 34% — of UK fish populations are overfished, and a quarter have declined to a ‘critical’ condition. Some, such as West of Scotland cod, have reached a state of crisis so extreme that the independent fisheries advisory body, the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES), has advised urgently ending all fishing of these stocks. https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/11/21/our-overfished-seas-have-nothing-left-to-give
Portugal Faces the Collapse of its Sardine Fishing Industry July 2022
In the 1980s, Portugal and Spain were fishing 200,000 tons of sardines annually off the coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Poor management of resources and the fragility of remaining stocks, caused by warming and acidification of ocean waters, led the traditional Portuguese fish to near collapse. In 2009, sardine stocks in Portugal fell below safe biological levels. In 2002, fishing of the species totaled 63,732 tons in Portugal but has been falling until it hit 9,624 tons in 2018. https://earthjournalism.net/stories/portugal-faces-the-collapse-of-its-sardine-fishing-industry
More Grass Growing Means Less Dust Blowing
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Inspiring, developing and leading towards excellence.
Orascom Construction PLC is a leading global engineering and construction contractor with a footprint covering the Middle East, Africa and the United States and operations encompassing the infrastructure, industrial and commercial sectors.
Aimed at delivering top and bottom line shareholder value led by a commitment to excellence, safety and the environment.
Through the Group's main subsidiaries and 50%
stake in the BESIX Group.
We operate in MENA and the USA through its two operational subsidiaries – Contrack Watts and The Weitz Company, along with a 50% stake in the Belgium based BESIX Group.
Concentrating on infrastructure projects worldwide and a driving force behind the development of Egypt’s new cities and mega national projects.
We capitalize on our investment and financing track-record across various sectors, including cement, fertilizers and ports to create new construction opportunities and long-term shareholder returns.
We have secured a number of multi-year O&M contracts for projects on which the Group is also the contractor. Current O&M contracts span several sectors such water treatment, wastewater treatment, water desalination and transportation.
We recognized a gap in the Egyptian market for a high-quality facility management company. To fill this growing need, Orascom
construction invested in Contrack FM and Orascom Industrial Parks (Orascom-IP).
And investment companies complement the Group’s core activities including manufacturers of fabricated steel products, glass curtain walling, paints and concrete pipes as well as an industrial free zone and two facility management companies.
Growing operations means growing responsibilities, which is why we make sure that our social and economic contributions remain active and up to date in surrounding communities
We are responsible for the safety of our employees and are fully committed to providing a safe and unpolluted working environment that meets the most stringent international benchmarks.
We are committed to being an environmental steward by implementing the best technology available where applicable to minimize our environmental footprint and promote sustainable business best practices.
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Following the launch of OCF’s new Community Resilience Fund, over £100,000 has already been awarded to support local community and voluntary organisations meeting the new needs and challenges created by the coronavirus.
These are extraordinary times calling for extraordinary responses, and OCF’s priority is to use the fund to act swiftly yet responsibly. We will ensure the support and sustainability of the local community infrastructure, enabling charities to not only respond better but also recover stronger.
At a time when they have never been more needed, many charities and voluntary organisations are already stepping up and responding in the crisis. OCF has changed its working practices, approving grant applications every few days and making weekly payments.
The fund has already helped organisations like ACT Oxford with emergency food provision. ACT is co-ordinating a team which is making 70 hot meals for rough sleepers in the city every day from its kitchens. Meals are designed to be protein, vitamin and carbohydrate rich. The OCF grant has ensured the continuation of this service for the next two months. As rough sleepers are given temporary accommodation, the food will be delivered directly to their new homes.
OCF has also funded new laptops for the ACT administration team, to allow them to work remotely, as the office where they shared two desktop computers is now closed. These laptops will continue to be used in the longer term, allowing more efficiency when house visits are resumed.
Jayne Woodley, OCF CEO commented: “OCF has the infrastructure, governance and networks to distribute funds raised effectively and responsibly, which is why we have launched our Coronavirus: Community Resilience Fund for Oxfordshire. We have pooled resources to ensure we have as big a pot as possible for this new fund – using an initial generous gift from the Indigo Trust and adding funds distributed to the whole community foundation network via The National Emergencies Trust, together with direct donations from our existing donors and fundholders.” | <urn:uuid:5aec93fc-7b54-4ea2-9a55-8c68804013e1> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://oxfordshire.org/ocf-awards-over-100000-to-local-community-groups-responding-to-coronavirus/ | 2024-02-26T18:23:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.95604 | 401 | 1 |
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Gardening is an art that has been evolving since time immemorial. Every year brings new trends that revolutionize the way we garden, shaping our outdoor spaces into trendy havens. Before we dive into the top 5 garden trends to watch out for this year, it's worth noting that these trends are not only about aesthetics. They also encompass sustainability, inclusivity, and practicality. Without further ado, let's find out what's in vogue this year.
Eco-friendly gardening is a major trend that has gained momentum in recent years. It's all about creating a garden that not only looks good but also promotes biodiversity and sustainability. This includes practices like composting, using native plants, and avoiding chemicals.
With the ongoing trend of urbanization, indoor gardening has become increasingly popular. It's a great way to bring nature inside, especially if you don't have a lot of outdoor space. Indoor plants also help purify the air and create a calming environment.
The trend of edible landscapes is another one to watch out for. More and more people are integrating edible plants into their landscaping, from herbs and vegetables to fruit trees. This not only provides fresh produce but also adds visual interest to the garden.
Small Space Gardening
With living spaces becoming increasingly smaller, especially in urban areas, small space gardening has risen in popularity. This trend includes vertical gardening, container gardening, and utilizing every inch of space to create a lush green sanctuary.
In this digital age, it's no surprise that technological integration has made its way into gardening. This includes smart watering systems, soil sensors, and even gardening apps. These technologies make gardening easier and more efficient.
Let's dive a bit deeper into these trends with a handy table summarizing the main characteristics and benefits of each.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these trends offer a fresh perspective on garden design. Remember, gardening is not just about following trends. It's about creating a space that reflects your personality and meets your needs. So, feel free to experiment with these trends and see which ones resonate with you. | <urn:uuid:3c9da546-e23d-4454-a1ef-ababe55f6cbd> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://plantakes.com/article/5-garden-trends-to-watch-out-for-this-year-7716 | 2024-02-26T16:57:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.943433 | 429 | 1 |
PIRELLI: MARCO TRONCHETTI PROVERA PROPOSES TO THE BOARD THE NOMINATION OF ANGELOS PAPADIMITRIOU AS GENERAL MANAGER co-CEO
The aim of the reorganization is to support the realization of the business model and broaden the management team in view of the succession path which will be completed in the first half of 2023
Milan, 15 July 2020 – To support the execution of the integrated business model and achievement of the relative targets, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Marco Tronchetti Provera, has decided to propose to the Board of Directors meeting scheduled for July 23, 2020 the constitution, reporting directly to him, of the office of General Manager co-CEO and entrust it to Angelos Papadimitriou.
The proposed reorganization – already shared with the Chairman of the Board of Directors Ning Gaoning and about which board members have been informed – aims also to broaden the management team in consideration of the future succession path in line with the Procedure already adopted by the Company.
The Procedure foresees that the path will conclude with the identification of a candidate by October 2022. The candidate will be proposed as the new chief executive officer of Pirelli in the first half of 2023, following the renewal of the Board of Directors by the Shareholders Meeting called to approve the company’s results for the year ending on December 31, 2022.
In the proposed new macro-organizational structure, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO will continue to head the direction and control of strategy and extraordinary operations, and maintain as his reports Corporate Affairs, Compliance and Company Secretary; Strategic Planning & Controlling and Investor Relations; Communication and Brand Image; Global Institutional Affairs and Sustainability.
The General Manager co-CEO will be attributed with all the necessary executive levers, as well as all the staff areas not reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, and the General Manager Operations, Andrea Casaluci, to whom all the business lines and regions will continue to refer, will also report to him.
Angelos Papadimitriou is a manager who has held leadership positions at the international level in important multinational companies operating in a variety of industrial sectors. After obtaining a degree in Computer Science & Economics and an MBA at Harvard Business School, he began his career at Laboratoires Fournier and then moved to the Schering Plough pharmaceutical group to manage its Italian subsidiary and then become its Head of Primary Care in the United States. In 2003, he moved to Glaxo in London to head its commercial operations in Europe and then given responsibility for Country Italy, managing its repositioning and transforming it into one of the country’s main players in the pharmaceutical sector. Following the job done, he assumed a series of association roles, including the Presidency of the Board of Foreign Investors of Confindustria. In 2010, he became CEO of Coesia, a group active in the production of packaging machines, contributing to its path of development and the consolidation of its leadership in the sector at the global level, with actions to improve company performance and active growth through external avenues. | <urn:uuid:72847f7b-6029-49a8-bf3f-f4bd53b11e85> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://press.pirelli.com/pirelli-marco-tronchetti-provera-proposes-to-the-board-the-nomination-of-angelos-papadimitriou-as-general-manager-co-ceo/ | 2024-02-26T17:58:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.958351 | 650 | 1 |
Legalize It! – Housing Townhall
Feb 12, 2024 – Thank you from Mike and Matt!
Over 100+ neighbours joined Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Green Party of Ontario and Matt Richter, Deputy Leader GPO at a Housing Town Hall in Bracebridge.
“How do we build homes that ordinary people can afford in existing communities where we’ve already paid to build infrastructure?”
- Mike Schreiner is coming to town! – Monday Feb 5’th
- Fundraising campaign success
- Heat Eat Grow Go – Local Solutions for the Climate Crisis – April 20, 2024
- Youth Engagement **new feature**
- Muskoka Conservancy webinar: Climate and Energy Conservation – Jan. 23, 2024
- CAM webinar: Cold Climate Heat Pumps – Feb. 1, 2024
Say hello to the new MPP for Kitchener Centre, Aislinn Clancy
I am so incredibly grateful to the Kitchener community for putting their trust in me. To every single person who supported our campaign – thank you. I’m honoured to have you behind me, and I’m ready to be your voice at Queen’s Park.
I’m so proud of my powerhouse campaign team, who have worked tirelessly over the past seven months to make this victory possible. This win was a team effort on all fronts, and I’m so grateful for everyone who poured their heart into this amazing campaign.
Now, it’s time to take our fight for better housing, childcare, transit and more to Queen’s Park as we continue to stand against Doug Ford and his destructive agenda.
Thank you, Kitchener!
People Power making change and bringing hope.
- Meet our new President and executive members
- Linda Mathers, PSM volunteer coordinator wins the Becky Smit award
- GPO annual meeting and convention report
- Kitchener Centre By-Election
- Climate Action Film Festival in Huntsville, Nov. 29
- It’s back, Double Your Impact, year end fundraising
- Celebrate the Green Belt win. Take Action on the 413!
The Parry Sound-Muskoka Green Party of Ontario (PSMGPO) is pleased to announce that Kevin Logie has been chosen president of the riding association, succeeding Arleigh Luckett after her many years of dedicated service.
As president, Kevin will provide experienced and committed leadership. Kevin knows the riding well, having lived and worked in Bracebridge and Parry Sound. In 2022, as campaign leader in Parry Sound, Kevin was instrumental in helping Matt Richter win that town, along with Bracebridge, Huntsville and Gravenhurst, an unprecedented Green success. Because of his lifelong concern for the environment and the common good, Kevin fervently hopes that in the 2026 provincial election the Green Party will be representing Parry Sound Muskoka.
“I am looking forward to working with the great team on the Executive and the many great Green volunteers in Parry Sound-Muskoka,” says Kevin.
Also joining PSM Greens is Brenda Wainman, our new Membership Coordinator. Christi Gardner, our Social Media Coordinator, has also joined the executive team. Want to volunteer? Let us know!
Linda Mathers received the Becky Smit Party Builder Award at the 2023 GPO Annual Convention in Kitchener in September.
The award is given to someone who has shown an unwavering commitment to the Ontario Greens, working to build party capacity, credibility and electoral success. Nominator Bonnie Duits shared, “Linda motivated the team that carried Matt Richter to such a strong showing in the last provincial election – and she hasn’t let up. Linda continues to reach out, motivating the rest of us to show up, and more importantly to bring a friend when we do so. Her commitment is inspiring and she has been absolutely integral to the success that we have seen in PSM.”
GPO Annual Meeting and Convention: A team of eight members from Parry Sound-Muskoka attended the convention in Kitchener. What an inspiring event! We heard great speakers, participated in workshops and learned more about finance, election planning and the Young Greens who are expanding the Green demographics. We voted on solution-focused policies to address the growing crisis in housing, healthcare, education and especially the climate.
Congratulations to Arleigh Luckett and Kris Rivard who were elected as our Northern Representatives. Thank you to those who sent in proxies.
President – Kevin Logie
Financial Officer – Paul Kuebler
Secretary – Lesley Hastie
Volunteer Coordinator – Linda Mathers
Membership Coordinator – Pat Kuebler
Phone Canvass Coordinator – Legh McNabb
Social Media – Christi Gardner
Members at Large – Garry Thompson, Jan Larsen
Ontario Green’s Have a Plan
Decades of neglect from successive governments has led to long wait times and inadequate funding and support. Mental health touches all of our lives and proper care should be available for everyone. Ontario Greens have a plan to make mental health care more Affordable, Accessible and Comprehensive, so that anyone in this province can get the care that they need.
In Ontario it is increasingly difficult for many people to find affordable housing options. This needs to change. We have an ambitious, practical roadmap to building livable and affordable communities where everyone has a great place to live. Our plan is based on three pillars: Connected. Affordable. Sustainable.
Climate change is a global crisis that is far-reaching and impacts every aspect of our lives in Ontario, from increasing floods, to severe storms, or record heat waves. Our climate plan provides an honest and practical roadmap to achieving net-zero. It’s a guide to an Ontario with clean energy, comfortable places to live, ways to get around, new businesses, careers and better jobs.
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What is the biggest planet in the Solar System? The answer for this question would be “Jupiter”.
Jupiter is the fifth planet from the Sun, between Mars and Saturn. It is the biggest planet in the solar system. In fact, Jupiter is so big that it could easily swallow all of the other planets around it in the solar system.
Jupiter is considered a gas giant. This is because it consists of gas. In fact, Jupiter is very similar to a star, but it has never got big enough to start burning as stars do. The average distance between Jupiter and the Sun is about 778 million kilometers.
Surface and Structure
Jupiter is one of the gas giant planets. This kind of planet consists almost entirely of gases. The main two gases that Jupiter consists of are hydrogen and helium. Jupiter has no solid surface. Instead, it has layers of clouds that appear in colored spots and bright and dark stripes. One of those spots is a huge storm called the Great Red Spot. Deep inside Jupiter, the pressure increases so much that it turns hydrogen gas into liquid, and then into metal. This area is so hot and thick, and it may reach temperatures of 45,000° F (25,000° C). Finally, there is a rocky core under the hydrogen, and it is about the size of Earth.
Jupiter has a huge and thick atmosphere. In fact, it is the largest atmosphere of a planet in the Solar System. It consists mostly of molecular hydrogen and helium. It also contains small amounts of many other gases, including methane, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, water vapor, and nitrogen.
Clouds form in the lower parts of Jupiter’s atmosphere. The temperature there gets colder when moving high above the planet. The middle and upper levels of the atmosphere are hotter because the gases absorb solar radiation. The clouds appear in dark and bright colors. Scientists think that they vary in color because they contain different chemicals.
The atmosphere of Jupiter is also stormy and unstable. The clouds form and change within hours or days. However, the wind currents have been stable for more than decades. Strong winds blow east or west through the atmosphere, and they are sometimes interrupted by large storms that appear from above as ovals.
The Great Red Spot
The most constant feature in the atmosphere of Jupiter is the Great Red Spot. It has been observed from Earth continuously since 1878, and it may even be the same storm that was observed from 1665 to 1713. The spot is a huge storm in the shape of an oval in the southern hemisphere of Jupiter. It has strong winds that swirl counterclockwise about a center in which the pressure is so high.
The Great Red Spot covers a huge area that is larger than Earth itself. It is about 16,500 kilometers wide, and it has been shrinking since the late 19th century. Since 2012, the Great Red Spot has become more circular and has been shrinking faster. It loses about 900 kilometers in width each year.
The source of temperature on Jupiter is its inner part, not the Sun. So, the temperature on Jupiter depends on the height from the surface. The average temperature on Jupiter is -145 °C (-234 °F). Near the center of the planet, the temperature is very high and may be about 24,000 °C (43,000 °F) at the core, which is hotter than the Sun’s surface. About 50 kilometers above the surface, the temperature decreases and ranges from -100 °C (-150 °F) to -160 °C (-260 °F). In the clouds of Jupiter, the temperature is about -145 °C (-234 °F).
Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System. It is so huge that it could contain more than 1,000 Earths. Its diameter is about 143,000 kilometers. This is more than 11 times the diameter of Earth, and more than 29 times the diameter of Mercury. More than 24,000 Mercury’s would fit inside Jupiter.This picture shows the size of Jupiter compared to other planets
Orbit and Rotation
Like other planets, Jupiter has two types of motion: orbit around the Sun and spin about its centre. Jupiter orbits the Sun very slowly. It takes about 12 Earth years to complete one orbit, so a year on Jupiter lasts about 12 Earth years. On the contrary, Jupiter rotates, or spins, rapidly about its center. It takes less than 10 hours to complete one rotation, so a day on Jupiter lasts less than 10 hours.
Jupiter has 79 known moons. It has the second largest number of moons with stable orbits of any planet in the Solar System. Most of Jupiter’s moons are very small. However, it has four very large moons: Io, Europa, Callisto, and Ganymede. Those four massive moons are called Galilean moons, and they were discovered in 1610 by Galileo Galilei. They were the first discovered objects to orbit a body in the Solar System other than Earth and the Sun.
Ganymede is larger than the planet Mercury, and it has its own magnetic field. Scientists believe that Europa and Ganymede may have water ice beneath their surfaces. Io is the most volcanic body in the solar system.
Jupiter has 3 ring systems surrounding it. They are thin and very faint and hard to see. The rings consist of rocks and tiny rocks. They are much smaller and dimmer than the rings of the planet Saturn.
Planet Jupiter is named after the Roman god “Jupiter”, who was the king of gods. To the ancient Greeks, he was known as Zeus, and they believed that it was their most powerful god. The Romans gave this name to the planet because of its huge size.
Discovery and Exploration
People have observed Jupiter from Earth since ancient times because it can be seen without a telescope.
In 1973, scientists sent a space probe called Pioneer 10 to explore Jupiter. The probe flew by the planet and collected information about it. They also sent another one called Pioneer 11.
After the Pioneer probes, NASA sent other probes called Voyager 1 and 2. They gave us the first close up shots of Jupiter’s moons. Since then, there have been many more probes to fly by Jupiter.
The only spacecraft that has orbited Jupiter was the Galileo in 1995. It dropped a probe toward Jupiter that sailed through the layers of gases and collected information about them. It was the first human-made object to make contact with a gas giant planet.
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More than half of chief economists (56 per cent) surveyed by the World Economic Forum expected the global economy to weaken this year, while 43 per cent foresee unchanged or stronger conditions.
The outlook for South Asia and East Asia and Pacific, however, remained positive with a strong majority expecting at least moderate growth in 2024.
Warning of more economic uncertainty on the horizon, the Chief Economists Outlook report of the World Economic Forum (WEF) said the global economic prospects remain ‘subdued.’
The Chief Economists Outlook builds on the latest policy development research as well as consultations and surveys with leading chief economists from both the public and private sectors, organized by the WEF’s Centre for the New Economy and Society. The latest survey was conducted in November-December 2023.
The 2023 edition of the annual report of the WEF has focused on the multiple challenges the world is facing today, including wars and the ongoing struggles with living expenses and the escalating effects of climate change.
China and India emerged as exceptions, with a smaller majority (69 per cent) expecting moderate growth in the former, as weak consumption, lower industrial production and property market concerns weigh on the prospects of a stronger rebound.
India is currently seeing ‘exponential growth’and can end up a ’10 trillion US dollar economy maybe in a decade,’ Borge Brende, the President of the World Economic Forum told NDTV in an exclusive interview.
Mr Brende likened the India growth story to a snowball, which ‘grows bigger and bigger’ once it is given a push.
‘We expect things will continue with reforms, there is also peace, no conflict, there is transparency, fight against red tape, investment, R&D, and infrastructure,’ he added.
Asked what could be the key drivers for Indian growth in the days to come, Mr Brende said what is working for India now is that it is ‘positioned in areas where the demand grows faster than in other areas…’
India will look to capitalize on that and is ‘incredibly successful economy for the time being,’ though it has to continue with reforms, Mr Brende pointed out, since there is ‘no such thing as free lunch.’
Drawing the contrast with the Chinese economy, which is entirely based on manufacturing, Brende said India needs to intensify its focus on its services industry, digital trade and e-commerce.
While digital trade is only 15 per cent of the global economy, it grows twice as fast as any other trade area, he said.
Asked whether the border tension with China is a concern, Brende said everyone is watching it ‘very closely,’ but does not think there is any interest in the Indian or Chinese side to escalate it because that would be ‘very unfortunate.’
Globally, a strong majority also said labour markets (77 per cent) and financial conditions (70 per cent) will loosen over the coming year. Although expectations for high inflation have been pared back in all regions, regional growth outlooks vary widely and no region is slated for very strong growth in 2024.
‘The latest Chief Economists Outlook highlights the precarious nature of the current economic environment,’ WEF Managing Director Saadia Zahidi said.
‘Amid accelerating divergence, the resilience of the global economy will continue to be tested in the year ahead.
Though global inflation is easing, growth is stalling, financial conditions remain tight, global tensions are deepening and inequalities are rising, highlighting the urgent need for global cooperation to build momentum for sustainable, inclusive economic growth,’ she added.
In Europe, the outlook has weakened significantly since the September 2023 survey, with the share of respondents expecting weak or very weak growth almost doubling to 77 per cent.
In the US and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the outlook is weaker too, with about six in 10 respondents foreseeing moderate or stronger growth this year (down from 78 per cent and 79 per cent, respectively).
There was a notable uptick in growth expectations for Latin America and the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa and Central Asia, although the views remain for broadly moderate growth.
About seven in ten chief economists expect the pace of geo-economic fragmentation to accelerate this year, with a majority saying geopolitics will stoke volatility in the global economy (87 per cent) and stock markets (80 per cent), increase localization (86 per cent), strengthen geo-economic blocs (80 per cent) and widen the North-South divide (57 per cent) in the next three years.
Experts are nearly unanimous in expecting the industrial policies to remain largely uncoordinated between countries.
While two-thirds of chief economists expect industrial policies to enable the emergence of new economic growth hotspots and vital new industries, a majority also warn of rising fiscal strains and divergence between higher- and lower-income economies.
Chief economists expect AI-enabled benefits to vary widely across income groups, with notably more optimistic views about the effects in high-income economies.
A strong majority said generative AI will increase efficiency of output production (79 per cent) and innovation (74 per cent) in high-income economies this year.
Looking at the next five years, 94 per cent expect these productivity benefits to become economically significant in high-income economies, compared to only 53 per cent for low-income economies.
Almost three-quarters (73 per cent) do not foresee net-positive impact on employment in low-income economies and 47 per cent said the same for high-income economies.
The views are somewhat more divided on the likelihood of generative AI to increase standards of living and to lead to a decline in trust, with both being slightly more likely in high-income markets.
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Spring is one of our favorite seasons at Mt. Rainier. It’s splendid to watch the environment slowly transforming and everything turning green once again. If you have spent the winter months hibernating, it’s time to crawl out of your cave and enjoy the refreshing mountain air! One of the best ways to explore Mt. Rainier is by foot, and the mountain is lined with hundreds of miles of beautiful trails for hikers of all ability and skill level. Spring hikes at Mt. Rainier are some of the best you can experience.
While spring hikes are beautiful and give visitors the opportunity to see the mountain waking up, the weather can be erratic and calls for some preparation and planning ahead. Trail-goers should be prepared for both wintery and warm conditions. Make sure to have the hiking boots and layers of clothing appropriate for a variety of conditions. Even if it is warm and sunny, it is sure to be wet because of the snow melt.
Because the weather can change quickly, make sure to always plan ahead. Check in on the weather status at the mountain and make sure the trail you are planning on hiking is open and safe.
The following are 4 Mt. Rainier Trails that are perfect for hiking during the spring months:
Ranger Falls: The snow is melting and the waterfalls at Mt. Rainier are magnificent. If you are up for a challenging hike with a big payoff, the hike to Ranger Falls is perfect for you. It is a hefty 11.2-mile hike that follows the Carbon River Road to the Ipsut Creek Campground. The trail is closed to traffic and takes hikers through beautiful old-growth forests, by Green Lake Trail, and then to Ranger Falls where you can view the breathtaking, multi-tiered waterfall. This is a Spring hike that is well worth the work.
Trail of the Shadows: This trail is perfect for young families that are going stir crazy from being cooped up. It’s just under a mile with no elevation gain and captivating views created by the mineral springs. It takes visitors by the marsh, through the colorful meadows, and to Longmire Springs Hotel. Beyond the hotel you will pass Soda Springs and then come to Longmire Cabin, which is the oldest structure inside the park. The wildlife and historical sites will captivate people of all ages and is the perfect first trek, especially for those with little ones.
Melmont Ghost Town: This is another easy hike that is perfect for both the beginner and intermediate hiker. It’s 3.84 miles with very little elevation gain. If you are the kind of hiker who enjoys exploring old towns and historical sites, this trail will not disappoint. Melmont is a fun Ghost town to explore and dates back to the early 1900s when the Northwest Improvement Company opened the Melmont coal mine. It quickly grew into a vibrant town until around1915 when it began to slowdown and deteriorate. By the1920s all of the coal mines had shut down and what was left of the town was burnt in a fire. Hikers are encouraged to explore this trail in the spring time before the greenery covers the artifacts. There’s a lot to explore and this hike makes for a wonderful day trip.
Carter and Madcap Falls: If you are addicted to the beauty of waterfalls, the hike to Carter and Madcap Falls is much shorter than the Ranger Falls hike when you take off from the Cougar Rock Campground gate. 2.2 miles of trail make this a great family hike, but make sure the snow has melted and the trail is in good condition before you go. The trail runs along Paradise River and takes you through beautiful forested areas making it a scenic delight. You encounter Carter Falls first and then 50 yards farther down the trail Mad Cap Falls appears. If you want a slightly longer hike you can start at Longmire, extending it to 5.5 mile hike.
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Students are demanding that Yale University fire two administrators who failed to speak out against offensive Halloween costumes. This is just one of the grievances of activist students—many of them people of color—who claim Yale is not a safe space for them.
On Thursday, the students surrounded Yale College Dean Jonathan Holloway—a black man—in an outdoor space and chided him for failing to take action against a fraternity that had allegedly prevented black women from attending its party. (It's not at all clear the allegation is true, according to The Daily Beast.)
After giving Holloway his comeuppance, they moved on to Nicholas Christakis, master of Silliman College. What was Christakis's crime? His wife, an early childhood educator, had responded to a campus-wide email about offensive Halloween costumes by opining that it was inappropriate for the college to tell students how to dress. According to The Washington Post:
"Whose business is it to control the forms of costumes of young people? It's not mine, I know that," wrote Erika Christakis, an early childhood educator and the wife of Nicholas Christakis, the Silliman College master. Both later took to social media to defend the e-mail, incensing students by tying it to debates about free speech and trigger warnings. At a Wednesday night forum hosted by the Afro-American Cultural Center, Erika Christakis sought to leave the meeting during a discussion of her e-mail, further provoking student anger. …
Students grew distressed, with one shouting at Nicholas Christakis to be quiet and questioning why he took the position at the university. "You are a poor steward of this community," the student said. "You should not sleep at night."
As it so happens, Foundation for Individual Rights in Education President Greg Lukianoff was at Yale on Thursday in order to speak on a panel about free speech [Update: the panel was hosted by Christakis, according to The Yale Daily News]. Lukianoff recorded several videos of the confrontation between students and Christakis. The Post described Christakis as "frustrated," but it's important to keep in mind that he patiently listened to the students' litany of complaints for hours. Toward the end of the shouting session, a student made the following comments:
"As your position as master, it is your job to create a place of comfort and home for the students that live in Silliman. You have not done that. By sending out that email, that goes against your position as master. Do you understand that?"
When Christakis replied that he didn't agree, the student thundered back, "Then why the fuck did you accept the position! Who the fuck hired you?"
Christakis began to say that he had a different view of his role at the college, but the student cut him off, saying:
"Then step down! If that is what you think about being a [inaudible] master, then you should step down. It is not about creating an intellectual space! It is not! Do you understand that? It's about creating a home here! You are not doing that. You're going against that."
It is not about creating an intellectual space, the students claim; it's about creating safe spaces. This is as clear an articulation of students' desires as they come, and it summarizes everything that's wrong with the modern college campus.
Students should of course feel free to challenge university administrators—this is the essence of free speech. Students have every right to publicize their concerns and work to make Yale a more welcoming place for marginalized people (and administrators should listen). But a great many students, it seems, don't actually desire a campus climate where such matters are up for debate. By their own admission, they want anyone who disagrees with them branded a threat to their safety and removed from their lives.
If these students get their wish to turn Yale and other campuses into zones of emotional coddling, they will succeed only in destroying the very point of college.
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Addressing extractive-sector corruption is crucial for citizens in resource-rich countries and for the attainment of global climate goals.
Fossil fuels are not the future, but many countries lack concrete pathways beyond the production of oil, gas and coal.
As the global energy transition accelerates, decisionmakers must ensure that it is just, inclusive and equitable—with people’s needs at its center.
State-owned companies are critical but sometimes overlooked players in the energy transition and in oil, gas and mining governance.
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MP Atamanenko urges government to uphold ban on oil tanker traffic
Forty years ago, the Canadian government introduced a moratorium banning oil tankers from the north and central coast of British Columbia.
Now with hearings taking place into the Enbridge Northern Gateway project, Alex Atamanenko, Member of Parliament for BC Southern Interior, is urging the federal government to uphold that ban.
“As we approach the forty-year anniversary of the north coast tanker ban, the Conservative government is paving the way for unprecedented oil tanker traffic off the BC coast and gutting the environmental review processes,” said Atamanenko.
“I believe that the tanker moratorium is at risk due to the Conservative government’s promotion of the proposed Northern Gateway project,” he continued. “New Democrats are repeating our call to the government to uphold the ban and protect BC waters from the risks of a devastating spill.”
British Columbians have been clear on the subject of tanker traffic—the risk of allowing super tankers off the coast greatly outweighs any benefit to our communities. An oil spill in the fragile coastal waters of British Columbia would irreversibly damage the coastline. Over 130 First Nations bands and the Union of BC Municipalities have come out in opposition to the Northern Gateway project.
“In December 2010 the House of Commons passed an NDP motion directing the government to immediately introduce a legislated ban on tanker traffic,” said Atamanenko. “The government has taken no action. Worse, they chose to introduce massive regulatory changes in their 2012 budget that would weaken pipeline review processes and allow Ottawa to overrule any decision made by the National Energy Board,” he said.
British Columbians are proud of our stunning coastal waters. The coast directly and indirectly supports tens of thousands of jobs, brings visitors to our province and has deep spiritual significance for many peoples.
“Compromising this national treasure for short-term gain is short-sighted, irresponsible and reckless. I urge the Conservative government to bring forward a legislated ban on oil tankers to protect our coastline for future generations,” concluded Atamanenko.
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How To Drill Through Hardened Steel Wrenches? Hardened steel wrenches are designed to withstand high levels of torque and force, making them ideal for use in industrial and construction settings. If you’ve ever tried to drill through a hardened steel wrench, you know it can be a real challenge. With the right tools and techniques, however, it is possible to drill through even the toughest wrenches. In this article, we’ll show you how to drill through hardened steel wrenches using a few simple tools and techniques. With a little patience and the right tools, you can easily drill through even the toughest wrenches.
Can Drill Through Hardened Steel Wrenches
Have you ever wondered how to drill through hardened steel wrenches? It’s actually not as difficult as you might think. With the right tools and a little bit of know-how, you can easily drill through hardened steel wrenches.
A drill bit is designed for hardened steel, a drill, a lubricant (such as WD-40), and a cooling agent (such as water or oil). Next, you’ll need to prepare the area where you’ll be drilling. Make sure the surface is clean and free of debris. Then, apply the lubricant to the drill bit and the area around the wrench. Now, it’s time to start drilling.
Here are steps to complete this job
- First, gather the supplies you’ll need: a hardened steel wrench, a drill, and some high-speed steel (HSS) drill bits
- Next, clamp the wrench in a vise or other sturdy object so it doesn’t move while you’re drilling
- Begin drilling into the wrench with a small HSS drill bit, applying steady pressure but not too much force
- Drill slowly at first to avoid overheating the bit or damaging the wrench
- As you drill deeper, switch to progressively larger HSS drill bits until you’ve reached the desired size hole
- Again, take care not to overheat the bit or damage the wrench
- Finally, remove any burrs from around the hole with a file or other sharp tool, and unclamp the wrench from the vise
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What Kind of Drill Bit Will Drill Through Hardened Steel?
There are several types of drill bits that can be used to drill through hardened steel. The most common type is the carbide-tipped drill bit, which is made from a tough carbon material. These drill bits are designed to withstand high temperatures and wear, making them ideal for drilling through hardened steel.
Another type of drill bit that can be used is the diamond-tipped drill bit, which is made from a harder material than carbide and can thus handle even more wear and tear. However, these drill bits are much more expensive than their carbide counterparts.
How Do You Drill Hardened Tool Steel?
In order to drill hardened tool steel, you will need a carbide-tipped drill bit. You will also need to use a lower speed and higher feed rate than you would when drilling soft metals. It is important to keep the drill bit cool while you are working by using cutting fluid or coolant.
When drilling through hardened tool steel, it is also important to go slowly and not apply too much pressure, as this can cause the drill bit to break.
Can You Drill Hardened Steel With a Masonry Bit?
If you have a masonry bit, you can drill into just about anything – even hardened steel. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when trying to drill through tougher materials like hardened steel. First, make sure that your masonry bit is properly sharpened and in good condition.
Second, use plenty of water to keep the bit cool while drilling; if it gets too hot, it could damage the material you’re trying to drill through. Finally, go slowly – don’t try to force the bit through the material; let it do its job and take its time. With these tips in mind, you should be able to drill through even the toughest materials with ease!
What Angle Drill Bit is Best for Hardened Steel?
There are several factors to consider when choosing an angle drill bit for hardened steel. The first is the material of the bit itself. Carbide or diamond-tipped bits are going to be the best choices for drilling through hardened steel.
This is because they are able to withstand high temperatures and wear better than other materials. Second, you need to consider the size of the bit. The size will need to be appropriate for the project you’re working on.
third, you’ll want to make sure that the drill speed is set correctly. Drilling too slowly will cause the bit to overheat and break while drilling too quickly will result in a poor-quality hole. Finally, it’s important to have a good-quality drill chuck that can hold the bit securely in place while you’re working.
Angle Drill Bits
When it comes to angle drill bits, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind when working with hardened steel. First, you want to make sure that you’re using a carbide or diamond-tipped bit as they will be able to withstand high temperatures and wear better than other materials. Second, pay attention to the size of the bit – you don’t want it to be too big or small for your project.
Third, make sure that your drill speed is set correctly – too slow and your bit will overheat, but too fast and you’ll end up with a poor-quality hole. Lastly, invest in a good-quality drill chuck so that your bit stays securely in place while you work.
Drill Bit That Will Drill Through Hardened Steel
If you’re looking for a drill bit that can handle even the toughest materials, then you need a bit that’s designed for hardened steel. These bits are made with special alloys and coatings that allow them to stand up to the high temperatures and pressures generated when drilling through extremely hard metals. While they may cost more than your standard drill bit, their superior performance is worth the investment if you need to get the job done right.
What is the Best Drill Bit for Hardened Steel
If you’re looking for the best drill bit for hardened steel, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss what makes a drill bit ideal for drilling through hardened steel, as well as provide some recommendations of our favorite bits. Hardened steel is one of the most difficult materials to drill through, so it’s important to choose a drill bit that is up to the task.
The best drill bits for hardened steel are typically made of carbide or diamond. Carbide bits are very strong and able to withstand high temperatures, making them ideal for drilling through tough materials. Diamond bits are even stronger than carbide and can handle even the most challenging drilling applications.
Choosing a drill bit for hardened steel
When choosing a drill bit for hardened steel, it’s also important to consider its size. Hardened steel is very dense, so smaller diameter bits will require more pressure to penetrate the material. Larger diameter bits will require less pressure but may not be able to create as large of a hole.
Ultimately, the best size drill bit for your project will depend on the thickness of the material you’re working with and the size hole you need to create. No matter what type or size of drill bit you choose, always start with a lower speed setting and increase it as needed.
Drilling Through Hardened Steel
Hardened steel is a type of steel that has been treated with heat or chemicals to make it harder and more resistant to wear. However, hardened steel can be difficult to drill through if you don’t have the right tools and techniques.
Make sure that the tip of the drill bit is sharp and in good condition, as this will make a big difference in how easy it is to drill through the steel. Once you have the right drill bit, it’s time to start drilling. Begin by marking out where you want to start drilling, then set up your drill press or hand-held drill so that the bit is perpendicular to the surface of the steel.
If you’ve ever tried to drill through a hardened steel wrench, you know it’s not an easy task. But with the right drill bit and some patience, it can be done.
First, choose a drill bit that is made for drilling through hardened steel. A high-speed steel (HSS) bit will work best. Second, set your drill to the highest speed setting and apply light pressure as you start drilling into the wrench.
Finally, remove the drill bit from the wrench and inspect your work. If necessary, use a file or grinding wheel to clean up any rough edges.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) announced today the expansion of the Truist Commercial Community Bank’s Industry Consulting team, adding waste and environmental services and building products to its growing list of industry specialties. Truist’s Commercial Community Bank specializes in serving business clients with annual revenues between $2 million and $500 million.
Prachi Wagner has joined Truist as Waste and Environmental Services industry consultant and will be based in Charlotte, and Matt Roth will serve as Building Products industry consultant and will continue to be based in Washington, D.C.
“Truist’s unique model uses industry-specific experts to help our bankers deliver customized financial and advisory solutions tailored to the characteristics of businesses operating in that space,” said Mary-Crawford Taylor, head of Industry Consulting for Truist. “The addition of waste and environmental services and building products complements our current specialty area roster and increases and accelerates our ability to attract and deepen client relationships in these industries.”
Truist Commercial Community Bank’s current industry specialty areas also include: dealer commercial services; senior care; aerospace, defense and government contracting; association services; logistics and supply chain; food and agribusiness; education; not-for-profit hospitals and health systems; and beverage.
Wagner has over 17 years’ experience in banking and engineering. Prior to joining Truist, Wagner was a waste and recycling industry consultant for Wells Fargo, covering the eastern and southern regions of the United States. Her experience also includes working for Bank of America Merrill Lynch in its middle market and investment banking groups, and she also has worked as a structural design engineer. Wagner holds an MBA from the University of Chicago.
“The companies in the waste and environmental services industry value a banking partner that understands the regulatory and capital complexities surrounding this space,” said Wagner. “I’m excited to join Truist and partner with our community bankers to grow our involvement in this industry.”
In his 16-year career with Truist, Roth has served in leadership roles focused on commercial, middle market and real estate lending. Within real estate, his expertise centered on commercial construction and regional homebuilders in markets across the mid-Atlantic, Southeast and Texas.
“Building products is a dynamic space to operate in, making it especially important to align with partners who fully understand the industry,” said Roth. “It is exciting to service our clients with local bankers and still have the power of industry expertise every step of the way.”
The waste and environmental services industry primarily focuses on family owned non-hazardous waste companies, hazardous waste companies and recyclers. The waste companies include residential waste haulers, industrial waste haulers, commercial waste haulers, medical waste companies, used oil recycling companies and remediation. They also include companies that transport waste between transfer stations and landfills. The recycling companies include scrap recyclers that recycle ferrous (such as steel and iron) or nonferrous scrap (such as copper and aluminum).
The building products industry specialty will pursue companies that specialize in residential, commercial and industrial building products. These organizations can be further categorized within industry channels of distribution, manufacturing or construction materials. The products are ultimately utilized in construction, renovation or maintenance of residential or commercial buildings and other types of land development.
Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities. Formed by the historic merger of equals of BB&T and SunTrust, Truist has leading market share in many high-growth markets in the country. The company offers a wide range of services including retail, small business and commercial banking; asset management; capital markets; commercial real estate; corporate and institutional banking; insurance; mortgage; payments; specialized lending; and wealth management. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist is the sixth-largest commercial bank in the U.S. with total assets of $518 billion as of March 31, 2021. Truist Bank, Member FDIC. Learn more at Truist.com.
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December 16 (SeeNews) - Romania's ministry of European Investments and Projects said that Romania has sent to the European Commission (EC) a second request for payment of grants and loans under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) worth a total 3.2 billion euro ($3.4 billion).
The disbursement of the 2.1 billion euro in grants and 1.1 billion euro in loans is conditional on the fulfillment of 51 milestones covering several reforms and investments in various fields, the ministry said in a press release on Thursday.
In order for the EC to approve the disbursement request, Romania needs to make progresses in areas such as decarbonisation, energy efficiency, water and sewage management systems and cut red tape.
The country's next payment request, worth 3.1 billion euro, will be submitted to the EC in the spring of 2023. The disbursement of the third tranche will be contingent on the fulfilment of 55 milestones, related to the last two quarters of 2022.
Romania has thus far received 6.3 billion euro through the RRF out of the total allocation for the program, of 29.18 billion euro.
The EC approved Romania's recovery and resilience plan in September 2021.
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The Great Traffic Projection Swindle
3:20 PM PST on November 20, 2014
This is the final piece in a three-part series about privately-financed roads. In the first two parts of this series, we looked at the Indiana Toll Road as an example of the growth in privately financed highways, and how financial firms can turn these assets into profits, even if the road itself is a big money loser. In this piece, we examine the shaky assumptions that toll road investments are based on, and how that is putting the public at risk.
For privately financed toll road deals, traffic projections are critical. These forecasts tell investors how much revenue a road will generate, and thus whether they should buy a stake in it, and what price to pay. While traffic projections have underpinned the rapid growth in privately financed highways, the forecasts have a dismal track record, consistently overstating the number of drivers who will pay to use a road.
Private toll roads have been sold to the public as a surefire something-for-nothing bargain -- new infrastructure with no taxes -- but it turns out that the risk for taxpayers is actually substantial. The firms performing traffic projections have strong incentives to inflate the numbers. And the new breed of private finance deals are structured so that when the forecasts turn out wrong, the public incurs huge losses.
Given the huge sums of money involved, even small errors in traffic projections can result in huge problems down the line -- and, as Streetsblog has reported, traffic projections everywhere have tended to be wildly off-target. A whole financing scheme, meant to last for generations, can easily be sunk in just a few years by exaggerated traffic projections. The Indiana Toll Road, purchased in 2006 for $3.8 billion, is a great example. The firm that owned it, ITR Concession Co. LLC, declared bankruptcy in September.
Wilbur Smith Associates had predicted that traffic volumes on the Indiana Toll Road would increase at a rate of 22 percent over the first seven years. Instead, traffic volumes shrank 11 percent in the first eight. The result was financial disaster for the concession company, owned jointly by Australian firm Macquarie and Spanish firm Ferrovial. By the time they filed for Chapter 11, debt on the road had ballooned to $5.8 billion.
The company blamed the recession for putting a damper on truck traffic. The same story was offered on another bankrupt Macquarie-owned project, San Diego's South Bay Expressway. But is that explanation sufficient?
UK-based consultant Robert Bain literally wrote the book on traffic projections, warning in 2009 against forecasters who blamed faulty predictions on the economy [PDF]. Commenting on the flurry of global toll highway bankruptcies that was just starting then, Bain said they had "less to do with the present economic climate, and more to do with a market readiness to be seduced by hopelessly optimistic traffic and revenue projections."
Bain went on to list 21 ways in which forecasters systematically overestimate future traffic. Each one may tilt the forecast by a tiny amount, but cumulatively they result in huge errors. Some of the errors indicate that forecasters have not yet acknowledged the broader decline in driving and sprawl underway, while others "underestimate the reluctance of some to paying tolls" a phenomenon we've noted before. Bain argued for a paradigm shift in the use of traffic projections, recognizing that many of them "resemble statements of advocacy rather than unbiased predictions."
Phineas Baxandall, a senior researcher with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group who's written extensively for Streetsblog on trends in driving, says the engineering firms that provide the figures know how things work. "Companies seeking investment for privatized toll roads shop for the forecasting they want," he said. "[There's] no incentive to tell bad news. And if the deal appears promising, then the forecasting company gets other opportunities to sell further analysis, legal advice, raising debt, selling equity, etc."
In 2012, the Reston (Virginia) Citizens Association completed a study [PDF] examining traffic projections provided by engineering firm Wilbur Smith (the company that did the very wrong Indiana Toll Road projections, now called CDM Smith). The group collected data from 26 toll road projects on which Wilbur Smith had produced the traffic projections. During the first five years that were forecast, traffic projections overshot actual traffic every single year, and by an average of 109 percent, according to the report.
Randy Salzman, associate editor at Thinking Highways North America, has studied these types of deals for years. He's never seen a case where a private consulting firm like CDM Smith or AECOM underestimated toll revenues on a P3 tolled highway. "If there was honest predicting, some percentage of them would under-predict traffic," he said. "There would be a bell curve. Instead... what we have is these projections that are always immensely above what the actual traffic is."
There is ample incentive for these firms to inflate numbers. Firms that produce optimistic numbers attract investment dollars and regulatory approvals, which lead to construction projects, and the same firms often end up directly cashing in.
An investigation by the Denver Post examined 23 toll roads built between 1985 and 2006. Five of them sold bonds based on traffic projections that were prepared by companies who were promised, or granted, future business after their projections were sold to investors. Among those firms: Wilbur Smith, the company that did the Indiana Toll Road and South Bay Expressway projections.
One example cited by the Post was the traffic forecast for the $200 million Southern Connector in Greenville, South Carolina. In that case, Wilbur Smith was offered $12 million in contracts if the bonds to finance the project were sold. Toll Road News reports the road only saw one-third to one-half of the traffic predicted by Wilbur Smith, and declared bankruptcy in 2010.
In some cases, engineering firms producing traffic projections have been sued for fraud by investors who lost money on projects that seemed like sure bets. Investors in the CLEM7 toll tunnel in Brisbane, for example, launched a class action suit against Los Angeles-based AECOM after actual traffic was as much as 70 percent below expectations. But other than the threat of liability, there is little to deter these companies from putting a rosy spin on the numbers.
In Bain's research for the Australian government [PDF], he recommended that "independent peer reviews" of traffic projections "hold the potential to reduce over-optimism, or at least detect it in advance of a contract award."
As the U.S. government wades ever more deeply into privately financed roads through its giant TIFIA lending program, federal taxpayers can end up on the losing end when projections come up short and deals go bad. As the South Bay Expressway's story shows, TIFIA has no built-in protections against inflated traffic projections and the financial fallout that can follow.
When he was still a Congressman, the late Jim Oberstar (D-Minnesota) tried to establish an accountability office at U.S. DOT specifically to evaluate these private finance projects -- but his suggestion was never enacted. That may be especially important in new private finance deals, where the risk has been largely shifted to taxpayers.
Following the Indiana Toll Road bankruptcy, financial ratings agency Standard & Poors issued a press release that seemed to be aimed at settling toll road investors' nerves. The item noted that the Indiana Toll Road "was an early-stage public private partnership," and that "current-generation transportation P3 projects... have different risk characteristics."
Soon afterward, S&P held an event unsubtly titled "Traffic and Revenue Forecasting: Is This Risk Too Much For The Private Sector To Bear?" The answer appears to be "yes," according to a recent Bloomberg article, "Private Toll Road Investors Shift Revenue Risk to States." Potential investors in the Illiana Tollway -- a billion-dollar highway proposed for cornfields beyond Chicago's suburban fringe -- and numerous other proposed roads are demanding that states assume the risk if traffic or tolls don't meet expectations, by guaranteeing "availability payments" whether or not the cars show up.
"We are seeing more of that because investors are a bit skittish about the U.S. market," Cornell professor Richard Geddes told Bloomberg. In states like Texas, where toll roads have recently turned into fiascos, investors are pushing to change laws to have the state -- a.k.a. the public -- assume the risk of lower-than-projected traffic.
Marketed to taxpayers as infrastructure they never have to pay for if they don't want to, many privately-financed highways are actually a bailout waiting to happen.
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Moving from Hamburg To Glasgow
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What to Consider When Moving from Hamburg to Glasgow
When it comes to moving from Hamburg to Glasgow, there are several important factors to consider. As you embark on this exciting journey, it's crucial to plan ahead and make informed decisions to ensure a smooth and hassle-free relocation. Smoover Moving, renowned for their best-in-class customer service, competitive prices, and top-quality services, is here to guide you through the process.
1. Research and Plan Ahead
Before making any move, it's essential to conduct thorough research and plan ahead. Start by gathering information about Glasgow, such as its climate, cost of living, job market, and cultural aspects. This will help you understand what to expect and make necessary preparations.
Additionally, create a detailed moving checklist to keep track of all the tasks involved in the relocation process. This will help you stay organized and ensure that nothing is overlooked.
2. Choose a Reliable Moving Company
When moving from Hamburg to Glasgow, selecting a reliable moving company like Smoover Moving is crucial. Look for a company that specializes in international moves and has experience in handling relocations to Glasgow. Smoover Moving, with its excellent reputation for customer service and competitive prices, is an ideal choice.
Ensure that the moving company offers comprehensive services, including packing, transportation, and unpacking. This will save you time and effort, allowing you to focus on settling into your new home.
3. Consider Customs and Immigration
As you move from Hamburg to Glasgow, it's important to consider customs and immigration requirements. Familiarize yourself with the necessary documentation, such as passports, visas, and work permits. Ensure that all your paperwork is in order to avoid any delays or complications during the move.
Consult with the moving company or relevant authorities to understand the customs regulations and any restrictions on importing certain items. This will help you avoid any surprises or issues when your belongings arrive in Glasgow.
4. Sort and Declutter
Prior to the move, take the opportunity to sort through your belongings and declutter. Moving is an excellent time to get rid of items you no longer need or use. Consider donating, selling, or disposing of these items to lighten your load and reduce moving costs.
By decluttering, you'll also have a better idea of the space you'll need in your new home, allowing you to plan your move more efficiently.
5. Arrange for Utilities and Services
Before moving to Glasgow, make arrangements for utilities and services in your new home. Contact utility providers to set up electricity, water, gas, and internet services. Notify your current providers in Hamburg to disconnect services on the appropriate date.
Additionally, update your address with relevant institutions, such as banks, insurance companies, and government agencies, to ensure a smooth transition.
6. Pack and Label Boxes Properly
When packing your belongings, ensure that you use sturdy boxes and proper packing materials to protect your items during transit. Label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to in your new home. This will make unpacking much easier and save you time and frustration.
Consider packing essential items separately and keeping them easily accessible. This way, you'll have immediate access to necessities upon arrival in Glasgow.
7. Take Care of Your Pets
If you have pets, it's important to make appropriate arrangements for their relocation. Research the necessary documentation, vaccinations, and quarantine requirements for bringing pets into Glasgow. Consult with your veterinarian for guidance on ensuring a safe and comfortable journey for your furry friends.
Consider booking pet-friendly accommodations in Glasgow and familiarize yourself with local pet services, such as veterinarians and pet stores, to ensure a smooth transition for your pets.
By considering these important factors, your move from Hamburg to Glasgow with Smoover Moving will be a seamless and enjoyable experience. Trust in their expertise and dedication to providing the best-in-class customer service, competitive prices, and top-quality services for this route.
What to Consider When Leaving Hamburg
When it comes to moving from Hamburg to Glasgow, there are several important factors to consider. One crucial aspect is the process of leaving your current apartment in Hamburg. It's essential to ensure that you leave the apartment in good condition to receive your security deposit back in full. This often involves painting and cleaning the apartment thoroughly.
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Leaving an apartment in Hamburg can be a daunting task, especially if you're unfamiliar with the local regulations. Many landlords require tenants to return the apartment in the same condition as when they first moved in. This means that any damages or signs of wear and tear should be repaired or addressed before leaving.
By opting for our moving bundle, you can rest assured that your apartment will be left in pristine condition. Our experienced painters will refresh the walls with a fresh coat of paint, while our cleaning team will thoroughly clean every nook and cranny. This attention to detail ensures that you have the best chance of receiving your security deposit back in full.
Not only does our moving bundle save you time and effort, but it also provides peace of mind. Our team is trained to handle all types of apartments, ensuring that the painting and cleaning process is carried out efficiently and effectively.
When choosing a moving company for your relocation from Hamburg to Glasgow, it's crucial to consider their reputation and track record. Smoover Moving is renowned for its best-in-class customer service, competitive prices, and top-quality services for this specific route.
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Biggest Job Opportunities in Glasgow
Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, offers a wide range of job opportunities across various industries. Whether you are a recent graduate, a seasoned professional, or someone looking for a career change, Glasgow has something to offer for everyone. In this article, we will explore some of the biggest job opportunities in Glasgow.
1. Financial Services
Glasgow is known as a major financial hub, with a thriving financial services sector. The city is home to several banks, insurance companies, and investment firms, providing numerous job opportunities in areas such as banking, accounting, risk management, and financial analysis. With its strong financial infrastructure, Glasgow offers a promising career path for individuals interested in the finance industry.
2. Technology and Digital Industries
Glasgow has emerged as a vibrant hub for technology and digital industries. The city is home to numerous tech startups, software development companies, and digital agencies. Job opportunities in this sector include software engineering, web development, digital marketing, data analysis, and cybersecurity. Glasgow's thriving tech scene provides an exciting environment for tech enthusiasts and professionals looking to make a mark in the industry.
3. Creative and Media
Glasgow has a rich cultural heritage and a thriving creative and media industry. The city is known for its vibrant arts scene, including film, television, music, and theater. Job opportunities in this sector include roles in film production, graphic design, advertising, journalism, and event management. Glasgow's creative and media industry offers a diverse range of opportunities for individuals with a passion for the arts and media.
4. Healthcare and Life Sciences
Glasgow is home to world-class healthcare facilities and renowned research institutions. The city offers a wide range of job opportunities in healthcare and life sciences, including nursing, medical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical device manufacturing. With its strong focus on healthcare and life sciences, Glasgow provides a promising career path for individuals interested in the medical field.
5. Retail and Hospitality
Glasgow boasts a vibrant retail and hospitality sector, with numerous shopping centers, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues. Job opportunities in this sector include roles in retail management, customer service, event planning, hotel management, and food and beverage services. Glasgow's bustling retail and hospitality industry offers a dynamic work environment for individuals with a passion for customer service and the hospitality sector.
These are just a few examples of the biggest job opportunities in Glasgow. The city's diverse economy and thriving industries provide a wealth of career options for job seekers. Whether you are looking for a job in finance, technology, creative arts, healthcare, or retail, Glasgow has something to offer for everyone.
If you are considering a move to Glasgow for a new job opportunity, Smoover Moving is here to help. With our best-in-class customer service, competitive prices, and top-quality moving services, we ensure a smooth and hassle-free relocation experience. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you with your move to Glasgow.
Comparison: Hamburg vs Glasgow
When it comes to moving from Hamburg to Glasgow, it's important to consider the key statistics of both cities. Below is a comparison table highlighting the main differences between Hamburg and Glasgow:
|755.3 square kilometers
|175.5 square kilometers
|Cost of Living
|Lower than Hamburg
|Efficient public transportation system
|Well-connected public transportation system
|Elbphilharmonie, Miniatur Wunderland, Reeperbahn
|Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Buchanan Street
Main Districts in Glasgow
Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, is known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning architecture. Whether you are moving from Hamburg to Glasgow for work, education, or simply a change of scenery, the city offers a variety of neighborhoods to suit different preferences and lifestyles. Here is an overview of some of the main districts in Glasgow:
|The heart of Glasgow, bustling with shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. It is home to many historical landmarks and offers a vibrant city living experience.
|A trendy and bohemian district known for its beautiful Victorian architecture, green spaces, and cultural attractions. It is home to the University of Glasgow and offers a lively student atmosphere.
|A diverse and eclectic area with a mix of residential neighborhoods, parks, and local amenities. It offers a more relaxed and suburban lifestyle, with easy access to the city center.
|An up-and-coming area with a rich industrial heritage. It is undergoing regeneration and offers affordable housing options, as well as cultural attractions like the Glasgow Green park.
|A historic district known for its elegant Georgian buildings, trendy bars, and high-end shopping. It offers a sophisticated urban living experience with a touch of luxury.
|A leafy and affluent suburb with beautiful Victorian and Edwardian houses. It is known for its diverse community, green spaces, and proximity to the Pollok Country Park.
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What do you do after you’ve created the perfect audio product? Most audiophiles would counter that there is no perfect audio product, but I wonder. There are plenty of component categories—amplifiers, preamps, cables, and others—in which the best from 30 years ago are 100 percent sonically competitive with anything made today. And one possible definition of perfection is that your work can’t be improved upon. Focal’s original Utopia headphones, introduced in 2016, were probably as close as anyone’s come to perfection in headphones—but at the 2022 CanJam SoCal, Focal announced that it had improved on the Utopias. The new model is still named Utopia ($4999, all prices USD), but to distinguish it from the old model (which we’ll be referring to frequently), we’re going to refer to it in this review and the measurements as Utopia 2022.
As Focal’s Mégane Montabonel explained to me, the new Utopias are similar to the originals, but upgraded in numerous subtle ways. They switched from an aluminum voice coil to one made from a combination of aluminum and copper to make it more reliable. There’s a new grille design on the outside (the Utopias are an open-back model) designed to reduce acoustical impedance and make the sound more open. The grilles in front of the drivers have been reshaped to more closely follow the shape of each driver, minimizing internal reflections and shifting them to higher, inaudible frequencies. The yokes that hold each earpiece are said to be stronger because they’re made from forged carbon instead of carbon fiber.
Otherwise, the design carries on several features of the original Utopia headphones, and of most of Focal’s higher-end models as well. The core is an ultra-light, ultra-stiff, 40mm beryllium diaphragm, attached to the frame with a lightweight suspension that is somewhat like the surround on a speaker, and more compliant than the simple mylar suspension found on most dynamic headphone drivers. The diaphragm has an “M” shape, which makes it flatter; Focal claims this design is stiffer than the usual “V” shape.
As with the original, impedance is rated at 80 ohms, which is just a little high, and sensitivity at 104dB with a 1mW signal, which is very high for high-end headphones. I’ll be confirming both of these figures (or not) in the measurements section, available from the top of this page, where you’ll also be able to see how the Utopia 2022s compare with the original Utopias. Normally, I’d say pay more attention to my listening impressions than to the measurements, but in this case, my Audiomatica Clio 12 analyzer’s memory of the original Utopias is perfect, and my own memory is, sadly, quite compromised—as it is for every human being trying to recall how something sounded years ago.
In the box
The Utopia 2022s get the same luxe accommodations as the originals did: a carrying case made from formed plastic covered in gray tweed fabric. Two cables are included: a 10′ (3m) cable with a balanced four-pin XLR connector on the source end and snap-in LEMO connectors on the headphone ends, and a 4′ (1.2m) cable with a 1/8″ (3.5mm) plug on the source end and a 1/8″-to-1/4″ (3.5mm-to-6.35mm) adapter. So you’re covered for home or mobile listening.
As with the original, the Utopia 2022s are quite comfortable. They’re perhaps a bit on the heavy side (although not troublesomely so), but the foam is fairly soft and the clamping force is light—yet not so light that they fell off my head easily. The ear openings are large enough even for plus-size pinnae like mine.
I expect most enthusiasts will insist that the Utopia 2022s need partnering with some fancy-schmancy amp, but this isn’t the case at all. Even with the headphones plugged straight into my Samsung Galaxy S10 phone, I got them cranking to an appropriately intense level playing “I Advance Masked,” the title track from the at-long-last rereleased 1982 album of awesome, minimalist instrumentals by Andy Summers and Robert Fripp (I Advance Masked, 320kbps Ogg Vorbis, A&M Records / Spotify).
As this is my last review for SoundStage! Solo—and, possibly, my last single-product review ever—I thought I’d stick with my favorite reference tunes, the ones that carried me from my 1995–1999 gig as editor of Home Theater magazine to the present day. You could say they’re some of my best friends!
My all-time favorite, I think, is the one that happened to come up on Qobuz the first time I listened to the Utopia 2022s—Holly Cole’s version of the Tom Waits tune “Train Song” (Temptation, 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC, Blue Note / Qobuz). I first saw Cole perform on a rainy summer night in Chicago in 1993, at a show sponsored by Audio Products International (the original maker of Mirage and Energy speakers). I became an instant fan, and have bought all her albums since—and not a few of the albums from the many artists who’ve copied her act. I’ve listened to this tune on way more than 1000 pieces of audio gear, and mentioned it in probably hundreds of reviews. I don’t know if what I heard through the Utopia 2022s was the best rendition of this tune I’ve heard, but it was as good as I’ve heard through headphones.
This tune has, in essence, three parts: a strong double-bass line, Cole’s voice, and several percussion instruments skittering across the stereo soundfield. Many audio systems get the bass wrong: they distort or boom. Or they make Cole’s voice sound too thin, or too dull. Or most noticeably of all, they accentuate the percussion instruments so they overpower everything—or they dull them to the point where some of the excitement is lost. With the Utopia 2022s, not only was the bass line rendered with what I—having heard this on a zillion systems—consider essential perfection, but Cole’s voice sounded as natural, uncolored, and present as I’ve ever heard it. The percussion seemed to be reproduced with a just-right balance of mids and highs, although I do have to say I’ve heard headphones that produce a greater sense of space on this tune—mostly planar-magnetic models with accentuated treble.
Next up, what I’ll call an “exclusive” track, only because it’s not commercially available in a stereo-only version—you have to copy it digitally. It’s the version of “Shower the People” from the 2.0 soundtrack of James Taylor’s Live at the Beacon Theatre DVD (16/44.1 WAV, Sony). I first heard this one when I did a speaking tour of audio dealers, co-sponsored by Home Theater magazine and Krell Industries. Krell’s then-VP, Bill McKiegan (now president of Dan D’Agostino Master Audio Systems), used it to demo the company’s 5.1 gear. (“Shower” sounds even better in 5.1, but that’s not really applicable to headphones.) It’s one of the most revealing recordings I’ve ever heard; once, a president of an audio licensing company called it “unfair” when I used it to test his technology.
Through the Utopia 2022s, “Shower the People” sounded probably as perfectly balanced as I’ve heard it, with the bass carrying the groove beautifully, yet not being so loud that it overwhelmed the soft glockenspiel notes that introduce and accent the chorus. It was very easy to distinguish all the parts: the electric guitar, Taylor’s beautiful-sounding acoustic, the four backing vocalists, the piano, the percussion, and the drums. Nothing was accentuated, and I loved that because it’s not what I’m used to hearing; often there’s too much bass, or the vocals stomp all over everything. As with “Train Song,” the Utopia 2022s didn’t produce as big a sense of space as I’ve heard from some other headphones, though.
Maybe the best soundstaging test I’ve heard is “I Only Have Eyes for You,” a horns-plus-drums rendition of the old doo-wop standard by Lester Bowie’s Brass Fantasy (I Only Have Eyes for You, 16/44.1 FLAC, ECM Records / Qobuz). The first time I ever played this was on an Atlantic Technology THX speaker system, with Atlantic’s then-president, Peter Tribeman, and a former audio writer whose name I haven’t mentioned since he threatened to sue me about 25 years ago. All of us sat, transfixed and silent, for the entire 10:29 running time of the track. For decades, I imagined this was recorded in some huge European cathedral, but then I read it was done in a Brooklyn studio, and what I thought was sound echoing off centuries-old stonework was apparently just digital reverb. Oh, well—it’s the perceived awesomeness that counts.
One thing I listen for on this recording is the splash cymbal that introduces the melody. This is a small cymbal used for accents, and its bandwidth is way up in the high frequencies, which makes it useful for tweeter testing. Weirdly, the splash cymbal was really not there with the Utopia 2022s. But everything else sounded kinda—to bring back that word again—perfect. What struck me was the natural tonality of all the horns, including trumpets, a French horn, trombones, and a tuba. All of them sounded gorgeous, full, detailed, and powerful, as if I were hearing top-notch players (true) in a world-class performance space (not true). I ended up listening for at least half an hour to this one track because it sounded so live, so inspired. And no, it didn’t sound as spacious as I’ve heard it sound through certain headphones, but still, I got a strong sense of the (fake) reverberance. By the way, if you haven’t heard this recording, please give it a spin on your streaming service of choice.
Back in my first ten or 15 or 20 years of reviewing, I didn’t listen to much classical music. But through learning double bass; reading Jan Swafford’s 2017 book, Language of the Spirit: An Introduction to Classical Music; and reading the very accessible and informed reviews by Jason Victor Serinus in Stereophile and Anthony Kershaw on Audiophilia.com, I’ve gotten into it a lot more over the last several years. Perhaps my fave is Hilary Hahn’s Paris (24/96 FLAC, Deutsche Grammophon / Qobuz), in particular the II. Scherzo: Vivacissimo movement of Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in D major, Op. 19—a frantic movement in which Hahn digs into her axe like some unholy combination of Jimmy Page, Adrian Belew, and James “Blood” Ulmer.
The weird thing for me was how this movement just seemed to pass over me when I heard it through the Utopia 2022s—in so many cases, I’m trying to overlook flaws I hear in the reproduction, but with the Utopia 2022s, nothing stuck out at all. I could easily break out all the interlocking parts supporting Hahn’s violin, and all the instrumental timbres sounded natural. I felt almost like I was sitting ten feet behind the conductor in the hall, easily able to make sense of the complex, highly dynamic arrangement.
Before I go into comparing these with other headphones, here’s my interim take: the Utopia 2022s are perhaps the most neutral, “get out of the way of the music” headphones I’ve heard, even if they don’t have the dramatic spaciousness of some treble-boosted planar-magnetic models. (And that’s code for “HiFiMan.”)
There are a lot of headphones I wish I had on hand to compare with the Utopia 2022s, but I had to work with what I had—which were, to be sure, some excellent high-end, open-back designs, including the Sendy Peacock, Grado RS2x, and Audeze LCD-X headphones. The Audeze headphones were fitted with Dekoni earpads. And I chose that all-time classic of test tunes, Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car” (Tracy Chapman, 16/44.1 FLAC, Elektra Records / Qobuz), which the scientists at Harman International (before whom audio was largely just a bunch of marketing B.S.) found to be the most consistently revealing track in their controlled testing experiments.
The Utopia 2022s sounded, easily, the most neutral of the bunch, with a seemingly perfect tonal balance. Many headphones make Chapman’s voice sound recessed on this, but with the Utopia 2022s, her voice was fairly up front, but still distant enough to have adequate left-minus-right information to get the reverb pumping. Because of the near-perfect tonal balance, the Utopia 2022s made “Fast Car” sound like Chapman had just fired the mediocre drummer who played on all the takes the other headphones seemed to be playing, and hired a really great drummer with whom the rest of the band just clicked.
The Sendy Peacocks sounded livelier in ways, with slightly more bass and treble, and somewhat less present midrange. The extra treble left them sounding slightly buzzy in the mids, and with less midrange energy, they added a bit of “cupped hands” coloration in the voice.
The Audeze LCD-X headphones sounded somewhat like the Utopia 2022s, but tilted more toward the bass. There was more oomph and punch in the bass (although, best as I could tell, no actual increase in energy), but the treble seemed dialed down by a few dB, which made the vocals seem comparatively soft and recessed.
Any experienced audiophile could predict that the Grado RS2xes would deliver the trebliest sound of this bunch, and they did. The RS2xes brought out the acoustic guitar strings and the hi-hat more than any of the other headphones, but they also made Chapman’s voice sound edgier.
I can’t really say which of these headphones you’d prefer—I don’t know your tastes or what direction you’re going in as an audiophile—but I am fairly confident that of these, you’d pick the Utopia 2022s as sounding the most neutral and natural.
The Utopia 2022s certainly rank among the world’s most expensive headphones, and I’d have to say they’re among the world’s best. They’re not perfect—they are a little soft on top, and they don’t sound as spectacularly spacious as a few competitors do—but I’d say from 12kHz on down (likely the range of hearing of most of the people who could afford these!), you cannot do better.
. . . Brent Butterworth
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The blog has been quiet for a couple of months, but I’m still here! Summer was full of travel and adventure with the family. But now that school is back in session, I’m back in my studio and my inspiration batteries are recharged!
We crafty folk are painfully aware that there are “so many crafts yet so little time….” And just like so many others, I’ve got more crafts I’d like to try (and supplies for them to boot!) than time to learn and do them. So as I settle back into my studio for a season of creating, I decided to give myself a treat that would also kickstart my creativity. I gave myself 2 weeks of design time to experiment with a new skill I’ve wanted to try forever: Wire working.
Now, in the spirit of full disclosure, I didn't have to start from absolute zero. Earlier this year I went to a conference hosted by Craftsy and met the most remarkable woman. I kept seeing her during the day, and couldn't keep my eyes off her magnificent wire necklace. Of course she’d made it - she was a wire working instructor! I didn't know then that this was Brenda Schweder, instructor of Essential Wirework Techniques. (Above is the necklace she was wearing, by the way - so sculptural and gorgeous - it’s the next project on my list.)
At lunch I snagged a seat next to Brenda and let her know how much I’d been admiring her necklace. I also confessed how much I wanted to start wire working but how intimidated I was by all the choices of tools and materials. Brenda was so kind and offered to help me get started. She even sent me one of her inventions to play with: Now That’s a Jig. Her jig (as well as her videos and book) pretty much made my learning curve painless. The jig is an impressive invention, and it’s the only jig really capable of handling 16 gauge annealed steel wire. (Take a look at Brenda's Etsy store to get a jig of your own and like the Now That's A Jig FB Page to get inspiration in your news feed. She also broadcasts three times a week [M, T and TH @ NoonCentral] from her jewelry FB page)
Not only did I watch her most excellent online class, but I devoured her book Steel Wire Jewelry as well. And then I watched her new DVD ABC’s of Wire Wrangling recently published by Interweave (available as an immediate download too!). Brenda is a huge fan of annealed steel wire. What's so cool about this material is that it's inexpensive and commonly available. It was less intimidating for a beginner like me who didn't want to risk mangling expensive fine metals. I also love the edginess of it. It’s unpretentious, yet solid and so strong. In my opinion, it looks even better when you ding it up. Like an artifact from an archeological dig. It's got a primal aspect: Definitely not prissy bling. According to Brenda it's one of the least allergenic metals as well. Composed of just iron and 2% carbon, there's no nickel (the usual culprit with metal allergies).
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Transitioning your business to solar power is not just an eco-conscious initiative but also a smart financial strategy. Demographic data tell us that health is more than an idea—it’s a global necessity that is constantly growing. Reducing energy costs can help companies invest in innovation or improve their production capacity. In this article, we will show you how solar power is the perfect partner for financial growth and resilience in a world that values wellness more than ever.
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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, a pioneering technology company with ventilator patents, is firmly committed to excellence in every aspect of its business, from product development to facilities. This is a company that saves lives every day, so every aspect of its business reflects an unwavering commitment to excellence. In its drive for perfection, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare aspires to a zero-carbon footprint and a move toward clean energy, where quality and care are at the center of all its operations.
Through a nationwide call for bids, the company conducted rigorous assessments to select the right supplier. Despite a disadvantage in price, SunPower Maxeon’s 40-year panel warranty and exceptional quality and Lux Salvo’s installation experience and after-sales service made them the best choice. After the estimated 5-year return on initial investment, these panels will keep generating savings for at least 35 more years.
This solar power system, located in Tijuana, consists of 1,330 SunPower Maxeon panels with a total capacity of 625 kW. It is expected to generate approximately 997 MWh of clean energy each year. In addition to seeing major savings on its energy bills, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has reduced its emissions by an amount equivalent to 1.8 million miles driven by gas-powered vehicles, thereby contributing to a healthier environment.
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Stryker Manufacturing is a leader in medical device and equipment manufacturing. Its approach is centered on producing innovative technologies to improve healthcare and patient quality of life—and now it has embraced solar power to promote sustainability in its production. During the bidding process, Lux Salvo demonstrated the advantages of the SunPower Performance bifacial panels for this project.
The Stryker Manufacturing solar power system consists of 1,132 SunPower Performance bifacial panels with a total capacity of 600 kW. It is expected to generate approximately 1 GWh of clean energy every year. On top of its financial savings, Stryker Manufacturing has reduced its emissions by an amount equivalent to 159 gas-powered vehicles.
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so how much solar/pw did you have, and what did you change to? What was the driver for the upgrades?It wouldn't be surprising to see the behaviour that you saw. Tesla also just finished my install (an addition to existing solar and Powerwalls). The new Powerwall did not immediately start charging when it was added to the group even though I had solar. All the solar was being consumed by the house (and I suspect would have gone to the grid if I had surplus).
We did a grid off test and then after that the Powerwalls (old and new) started charging. Now the Powerwalls are consuming all the solar being produced (currently in off peak) presumably to bank for the upcoming part peak window.
(moderator note: this post was moved from another thread, and placed in this thread because it answers the question. Because of how the forum software works, since the date / timestamp of this post is earlier than the OPs post in the thread, it appears first).
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With the COVID shut down of face-to-face marketing events and meetings, the role of event marketers has largely shifted or worse, been eliminated entirely. As the months progressed, companies who use marketing events to drive their revenue funnel worked to adjust to the new normal. For the time being, this means finding our footing in the world of virtual events.
Navigating this vast world is daunting. Technology platforms are either too complex and expensive or do not include the critical elements needed for effective branding and audience engagement. Much of the time, when you sign the exhibit or sponsor contract, the technology backbone is still unknown and beyond your control.
Yet as busy marketers, we are still being asked to figure it out, deliver it well, AND be responsible for ROI. In this webinar, we will look more closely at the strategies and tactics marketers should embrace to stand strong in this brave and challenging new world.
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Plan Ahead to Reduce Travel Anxiety
Planning ahead is an essential step in reducing travel anxiety. By creating a checklist of everything you need to do before your trip, you can ensure that everything is in order, and you won’t forget anything important. Here are some tips to help you plan ahead and reduce your travel anxiety:
Book Your Flights and Accommodations in Advance
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Prepare Your Travel Documents
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Practice Mindfulness to Calm Your Mind
Travel anxiety can be overwhelming, but practicing mindfulness can help you stay present and calm your mind. Mindfulness involves focusing on the present moment and observing your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Here are some tips for practicing mindfulness during travel.
Focus on Your Breath
One of the simplest ways to practice mindfulness is to focus on your breath. Take a few deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. As you breathe, focus your attention on the sensation of your breath moving in and out of your body. This can help you stay present and reduce feelings of anxiety.
Observe Your Surroundings
Another way to practice mindfulness is to observe your surroundings. Take note of the sights, sounds, and smells around you. Engage your senses fully and immerse yourself in the present moment. This can help you feel more grounded and reduce anxious thoughts.
Engage in a Relaxing Activity
Engaging in a relaxing activity can also help you practice mindfulness and reduce anxiety. Consider activities like yoga, meditation, or a relaxing massage. These activities can help you stay present and reduce feelings of stress and tension.
Practicing gratitude is another way to promote mindfulness and reduce anxiety. Take some time each day to reflect on the things you’re grateful for, whether it’s a beautiful view or a kind gesture from a stranger. Focusing on the positive aspects of your trip can help you stay present and feel more optimistic.
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Use Positive Affirmations to Replace Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts can contribute to travel anxiety, but using positive affirmations can help replace these negative thoughts with positive ones. Affirmations are positive statements that you repeat to yourself to help shift your mindset. Here are some tips to help you use positive affirmations to reduce your travel anxiety:
Identify Negative Thoughts
Identify any negative thoughts or beliefs you have about travel. For example, you might believe that travel is stressful, or that you won’t enjoy your trip. Once you have identified these negative thoughts, you can work on replacing them with positive affirmations.
Choose Positive Affirmations
Choose positive affirmations that resonate with you and help counteract your negative thoughts. For example, you might repeat phrases like “I am capable of handling any challenges that come my way” or “I am excited to explore new places and try new things.”
Repeat Your Affirmations
Repeat your affirmations to yourself regularly, especially when you are feeling anxious or stressed. You can say them out loud or repeat them silently in your head. Try to focus on the meaning of each affirmation and really believe it to be true.
Visualize Positive Outcomes
Visualize positive outcomes for your trip as you repeat your affirmations. Imagine yourself having a great time and feeling relaxed and happy. This can help reinforce your positive affirmations and reduce negative thoughts and feelings.
End each affirmation session by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to travel and experience new things. This can help shift your focus to the positive aspects of your trip and reduce anxiety and stress.
Using positive affirmations can help shift your mindset and reduce negative thoughts and feelings related to travel anxiety. By focusing on positive statements and visualizing positive outcomes, you can approach your trip with a more positive and confident mindset.
Bring Comfort Items to Reduce Travel Anxiety
Traveling can be a stressful experience, but bringing comfort items can help alleviate travel anxiety. Having familiar items with you can create a sense of security and help you feel more relaxed while on the road.
Bring a Favorite Book or Magazine
Reading is a great way to relax and distract your mind from anxious thoughts. Bring your favorite book or magazine with you on your travels, and take some time to read whenever you feel overwhelmed. You can also download e-books or audiobooks to your phone or tablet for more convenience.
Pack Comfortable Clothing
Wearing comfortable clothing can also reduce travel anxiety. Choose clothes that you feel comfortable and confident in, whether it’s a pair of sweatpants or a cozy sweater. Dressing in layers is also a good idea, as it allows you to adjust your clothing to different temperatures.
Aromatherapy can be a useful tool for reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation. Essential oils like lavender, chamomile, and bergamot can help calm your nerves and create a peaceful environment. You can use a diffuser, sprays, or roll-on products to enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy while traveling.
Bring Familiar Bedding
If you’re staying in a hotel or a rental accommodation, bringing your familiar bedding can help create a sense of comfort and familiarity. You can pack your own pillow or a cozy blanket to help you sleep better and reduce travel anxiety.
Use Guided Meditation
Guided meditation can be a useful tool for reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation. There are various meditation apps available that offer guided meditations, including ones specifically for travel anxiety. Take some time to listen to a guided meditation when you feel overwhelmed or anxious.
Travel anxiety can be challenging, but bringing comfort items can help reduce stress and create a sense of security. Bring a favorite book or magazine, pack comfortable clothing, use aromatherapy, bring familiar bedding, and use guided meditation. By taking these simple steps, you can enjoy a stress-free trip and have a more relaxing and enjoyable travel experience.
Practice Self-Care to Maintain Good Mental Health
Traveling can be a source of stress and anxiety, but practicing self-care can help maintain good mental health while on the road. Taking care of your physical, emotional, and mental well-being is crucial to manage travel anxiety effectively.
Stay Hydrated and Nourished
The first step in self-care is to stay hydrated and nourished. Dehydration and hunger can exacerbate feelings of anxiety and stress, so it’s essential to pack healthy snacks and water bottles for your travels. Try to avoid excessive caffeine and sugar intake as they can contribute to anxiety symptoms.
Exercise and Movement
Exercise and movement are also vital components of self-care. Regular exercise releases endorphins, which help reduce stress and anxiety levels. You can incorporate physical activities into your travel routine, such as walking tours or outdoor activities. If your hotel has a gym or fitness center, take advantage of it.
Getting enough rest is crucial to maintain good mental health. Lack of sleep can contribute to increased anxiety and stress levels. Make sure to prioritize sleep and establish a regular sleep routine, even if you’re traveling across different time zones. Consider bringing earplugs or a sleep mask to create a more restful environment.
Mindfulness practices, such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga, can help reduce travel anxiety. They promote relaxation and focus on the present moment, reducing negative thoughts and emotions. There are various mindfulness apps available that can guide you through the practice, even when traveling.
Take Breaks and Set Boundaries
It’s also crucial to take breaks and set boundaries while traveling. Overstimulation can trigger feelings of anxiety and stress, so it’s essential to take a break and recharge your batteries. Set realistic expectations for your travel itinerary and allow time for rest and relaxation.
Travel anxiety can be challenging, but practicing self-care is an effective solution to maintain good mental health. Stay hydrated and nourished, exercise and move, prioritize sleep, practice mindfulness, and take breaks and set boundaries. By taking care of yourself, you can reduce your anxiety and enjoy your travels to the fullest.
Stay Connected with Loved Ones to Alleviate Travel Anxiety
Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but for some people, it can also trigger feelings of anxiety and stress. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, there are ways to ease your worries and enjoy your trip. One of the best solutions to alleviate travel anxiety is to stay connected with your loved ones.
The first step is to maintain communication with your loved ones. You can use various communication tools, such as texting, voice calling, or video calling, to keep in touch. Knowing that you can quickly reach out to someone familiar can help you feel grounded and reduce anxiety.
Share Your Itinerary
It is also helpful to share your travel itinerary with your loved ones. Give them information on your travel plans, such as your flight numbers, hotel bookings, and activities. Knowing where you are and what you’re doing can give your loved ones peace of mind, and they can be ready to help if anything goes wrong.
Use Social Media
Social media can also be an excellent way to stay connected with your loved ones while traveling. You can share updates, photos, and videos of your trip on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Your loved ones can follow along with your adventures, and you can receive encouraging comments and messages from them.
Create a Support Network
Another solution is to create a support network of people you can reach out to when you need help. This can be your family members, friends, or even your co-workers. Let them know about your travel anxiety, and they can provide you with emotional support, advice, or practical help if needed.
Take Care of Your Mental Health
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Seek Professional Help for Severe Travel Anxiety
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Once you’ve been evaluated, a mental health professional can help you develop a personalized treatment plan that takes your unique needs and circumstances into account. This plan may include therapy, medication, or a combination of both. The goal of treatment is to help you manage your anxiety so that you can travel with greater ease and comfort.
Professional Help Can Offer Ongoing Support
Another benefit of seeking professional help for severe travel anxiety is that you can receive ongoing support throughout your treatment. This can include regular therapy sessions, check-ins with your healthcare provider, and access to resources and support groups. With ongoing support, you can continue to work on managing your anxiety and building confidence in your ability to travel.
While there are many strategies you can use to manage travel anxiety, seeking professional help can be a beneficial solution for severe cases. A mental health professional can provide a comprehensive evaluation, personalized treatment plan, and ongoing support to help you manage your anxiety and travel with greater ease and comfort. If you’re experiencing severe travel anxiety, consider reaching out to a mental health professional for help.
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Fiji is known as one of the best islands for a paradise getaway. When you vacation here, you’ll be taken back by the island’s natural beauty culture. You’ll know exactly what it means to be on Fiji Time during your trip.
The best time to visit Fiji is during the dry season from the months of May through September. Not only will you get cheaper flights during this time, but you’ll enjoy clear skies with a slight chance of rain and hotter temperatures. May is right before peak season begins so you’ll even be able to avoid crowds.
If you’ve added Fiji to your list as a top island getaway, you’ll be curious when the best time to visit is. While on your vacation, you’ll want to know about the weather and any activities to add to your daily list. Let’s dive into the best time to visit Fiji.
Worst Time to Travel to Fiji
When traveling to Fiji, you’ll want to take into consideration the current season and climate conditions. The worst time to travel to Fiji is in January and February because of the rainy season and the risk of cyclones.
There technically isn’t a bad time to visit Fiji, but if had to choose, January and February would be it. Not only is this during the rainy season, but these months get some of the hottest temperatures. January also correlated with the European holiday when schools are on break.
During this time, you’ll even see the price of hotels and airfare increase. If you’re traveling during this time, remember to book at least three months in advance to get the best rates. Keep in mind that in January and February there is always the risk of tropical cyclones which could pose delays on boat and plane rides.
When is the Cheapest Time to go to Fiji?
The cheapest time to visit Fiji is from January to May. This is considered Fiji’s wet season and tourists' low season. The low season is considered the months of December through May.
Except for the last two weeks of December, you’ll find cheaper flights during this time. The cheapest days to fly during this time are Tuesday and Wednesday. The cheapest airport to fly to is going to be Nadi International Airport where you can find flights for as low as $700.
If you’re looking for when to find cheaper accommodations, you’ll want to book through Fiji’s wet season as well. However, be careful during the holiday season as prices will increase for a brief time. In February, you can find rooms for as low as $60 per night.
What Time of Year is the Best Weather in Fiji?
When planning your vacation to Fiji, you’ll want to go when the weather is permitting and deals are at their lowest. Below, we discuss the weather by month so that you can choose the best time to visit for you and your family.
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January: Fara Festival
Temperatures average 88 degrees during January in Fiji. Certain areas of the islands will see as little as six inches of rain and even top thirteen inches in some parts. In general, the month of January experiences very heavy rainfall, warm temperatures, and only some sunshine.
If you’re traveling during January, you’ll want to pack lightweight clothing and rain gear. During this month, the islands of Fiji have the Fara Festival. During this festival, singers will go from home to home to entertain their hosts and ask for hospitality.
- Fara Festival
- New Year’s Day
February: Holi Festival
Temperatures average 87 degrees during February in Fiji. February is the wettest month of the year in Fiji, getting around fifteen inches of rain. It is also a moderately sunny month with 159 hours of sunshine.
If you’re planning to travel during February, you’ll want to pack lightweight clothing, swim essentials, and your rain gear. During this month, the islands have their Holi Festival. The Holi Festival is a Hindu festival with large crowds who gather to throw colored powder to signify forgiveness and forgetting.
- Holi Festival
- Scuba Diving at Volvi Volvi Resort
March: The Fijian Crosswalk
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Temperatures average 89 degrees during March in Fiji. Fiji receives around 14 inches of rain for around 22 days out of the month. March also falls in the middle of cyclone season.
If you’re planning to travel during this time, bring lightweight clothing and your rain gear. During this month, the islands have The Fijian Crosswalk. The Fijian Crosswalk starts during Holy Week and lasts for seven days while carrying wooden crosses.
- The Fijian Crosswalk
- National Youth Day
April: International Festival of Jazz Music
Temperatures average 86 degrees during April in Fiji. In April, Fiji experiences overcast, and cloud covers for 62% of the time. As for rain, the chance of rain decreases to 34% coming out of Fiji’s rainy season.
If you’re planning to travel during this month, you’ll want to pack your swim essentials, sandals, shirts, and t-shirts. During this month, the islands have their International Festival of Jazz Music. Leading Jazz musicians from all over come together to put on a show for the islands, along with Fiji’s local bands.
- International Festival of Jazz Music
- Cannibals Cave Tours
- Castaway Island Snorkel
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May: Sangam Fiji Festival
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Temperatures average 85 degrees during May in Fiji. The month of May experiences overcast and cloudy skies for 54% of the time, with the clearest day being May 31st. As for rainfall, the month starts receiving around five inches of rain, but not going over mine inches.
If you’re planning on traveling during this month, you’ll want to pack your regular swim essentials, along with rain gear. During this month, the islands have their Sangam Fiji Festival. The Sangam Fiji Festival tournament is free and open to anyone in the public and even has activities for kids and families to enjoy.
Sangam Fiji Festival
- Snorkeling in the Coral Reef
- Watch a Fire Show
June: Best to Visit the Sigatoka Sand Dunes
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Temperatures average 83 degrees during June in Fiji. In June, Fiji has overcast and cloudy skies for around 43% of the time. As for rainfall, the month will see around three inches of rain.
If you’re planning on traveling in June, pack lightweight clothing, swim essentials, and sun protection. During this month, it is the perfect time to visit the Sigatoka Sand Dunes. The Sigatoka Sand Dunes are perfect for nature lovers and are close to the Sigatoka River.
- Sigatoka Sand Dunes
- Explore the Fiji Museum
July: Sunset Dinner Cruise
Temperatures average 83 degrees during July in Fiji. In July, you will see a decrease in cloud cover, staying at around 37%. As for rainfall, the month will see almost two inches of rain, but not exceeding five inches.
If you’re planning to travel during this month, you’ll want to pack your swim essentials, shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, and sandals. During this month, the month of July is perfect to book a Sunset Dinner Cruise. At the sunset dinner, you’ll dine on a succulent barbecued meal while watching a live Fiji cultured performance and seeing the beautiful pink-streaked sunset.
- Sunset Dinner Cruise
- Nadi Half-Day Tour
- Waterfalls and Nature Tour
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August: Hibiscus Festival
Temperatures average 79 degrees during August in Fiji. The month of August sees essential constant cloud cover around 38% of the time, with the clearest day being on August 20th. As for rainfall, Fiji will see around two inches of rain, but not exceeding five inches.
If you’re planning on traveling during this month, you’ll want to pack your swim essentials, shorts, t-shirts, sandals, and maybe a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings. During this month, Fiji has its Hibiscus Festival. The Hibiscus Festival is Fiji’s longest-running festival that brings entertainment, food, arts, activities, and competitions.
- Hibiscus Festival
- South Sea Island Day Cruise
- Big Bula Waterpark
September: Lautoka Sugar Festival
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Temperatures average 79 degrees during September in Fiji. The month of September experiences an increase in cloud cover having overcast and cloudy skies around 49% of the time. As for rainfall, the month will see around three inches of rain, but will not exceed seven inches.
If you’re planning on traveling during this month, make sure you pack rain gear in addition to your lightweight clothing and swim essentials. During this month, Fiji has the Lautoka Sugar Festival. The Lautoka Sugar Festival is an event that has performances and a beauty competition.
- Lautoka Sugar Festival
- River Tubing
- Jet Boat Safari
October: Diwali Festival of Lights
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Temperatures average 86 degrees during October in Fiji. In October, Fiji sees an increase in cloud cover at around 61%, with the clearest day being October 1st. As for rainfall, the month of October will see around three inches of rain, but not exceed six inches.
If you’re planning on traveling during October, you’ll want to make sure you bring some extra rain gear just in case. During this month, Fiji has the Diwali Festival of Lights. The Diwali Festival of Lights is a celebration of the whole country with clay lamps, candles, and firecrackers to fight off evil.
- Diwali Festival of Lights
- Fiji Week and Fiji Day
- Rising of the Balolo
November: Rising of the Balolo
Temperatures average 84 degrees during November in Fiji. The month of November experiences an increase in overcast and cloud to almost 70%, with the clearest day being November 1st. As for rainfall, this month receives around five inches of rain but doesn’t exceed nine inches.
If you’re traveling during this month, you’ll want to bring your rain gear as this is a part of Fiji’s rainy season. During this month, Fiji has the Rising of the Balolo. The Rising of the Balolo is an event where locals sail out on canoes with nets and torches to scoop up worms to eat and take home.
- Rising of the Balolo
- Oceans Action Day
- Mud pool, temple, and sleeping giant garden
December: Best for Village Visits
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Temperatures average 85 degrees during December in Fiji. In December, clouds continue to increase even more to around 76%, with the clearest day being on December 3rd. As for rainfall, this month will see over six inches of rain, but not exceeding twelve inches of rain.
If you’re planning on traveling during this month, make sure you pack a rain jacket, umbrella, and a good pair of shoes or boats. During this month, it is one of the best months to visit the villages. By visiting the villages you’ll be able to get a glimpse into their traditional lives.
- Visit the villages
What is the Best Time to Visit Fiji With Family?
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Have you been thinking about wanting to travel to Fiji, but are hesitant to bring the kids along? Not only is traveling to Fiji with family possible but there are many activities and adventures you can take. The best time to visit Fiji with family is from late October to early November.
During this time, the weather is dry and the cost of planning a trip here has not reached its peak. During this time, the temperatures are warm and the resorts are less-crowded because school is still in session.
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When is the Best Time to Avoid Crowds in Fiji?
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Fiji is one of the most popular island getaways that are appealing to people of all ages. If you want to avoid crowds, you’ll want to avoid traveling from February to April. This is when temperatures are at their nicest and it’s out of the wet season.
If you are going to travel to avoid crowds, May and June are great months to travel. You will also score discounts on flights and hotel accommodations during this time. Temperatures during the daytime range from the mid-sixties to the mid-eighties, making this the perfect beach weather.
When is Cyclone Season in Fiji?
The islands of Fiji don’t experience hurricanes like parts of the Caribbean, they will occasionally have cyclones. You can expect cyclone season from November through April. These can be very devastating depending on how bad they are.
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July 11, 2013
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The Universe in the Rearview Mirror: How Hidden Symmetries Shape Reality. By Dave Goldberg. Dutton. $27.95.
Physicists have better senses of humor and are pithier in expressing their views than most non-physicists realize. Some physicists, anyway. The oft-quoted Einstein remark that “God does not play dice with the universe” led Niels Bohr to snap, “Stop telling God what to do.” And Stephen Hawking has delightfully commented, “A tiny disturbance in one place can cause a major change in another. A butterfly flapping its wings can cause rain in Central Park, New York. The trouble is, it is not repeatable. The next time the butterfly flaps its wings, a host of other things will be different, which will also influence the weather. That is why weather forecasts are so unreliable.”
So Dave Goldberg, physics professor and director of undergraduate studies in physics at Drexel University in Philadelphia, comes by his irreverence honestly. And delightfully. The Universe in the Rearview Mirror is about the many ways in which, despite the apparent disorder of things, there is underlying symmetry to many processes that is crucial for understanding them – and for making sense of the universe and, not coincidentally, ourselves. This may seem like dry, heavily mathematical stuff, and it is just that for many scientists studying our universe, but not for Goldberg and therefore not for the lucky readers of this book. Just check out the footnotes: in one, Goldberg mentions the particle called a kaon and then offers “a kaon koan: What is the sound of a subatomic particle turning into its antiparticle?” This is typical of his writing: introduce complex subjects, explain them clearly, and then have some fun with them so readers will find them intriguing rather than off-putting.
A great deal of this book takes off from or is built around the work of Emmy Noether (1882-1935), a hugely important mathematician who, when not making breakthroughs in theoretical physics, was making them in abstract algebra. Noether’s Theorem specifically and elegantly explains the fundamental relationship of symmetry to laws of conservation – and it is a pleasant irony of the English language (despite the fact that Noether was born in Germany) that her name can be broken up into “no ether,” meaning the so-called “fifth element” of early physics, the material supposed to fill the universe above the terrestrial sphere, does not exist. “Emmy Noether Threatens to Overthrow All Academic Order,” says one subhead of a chapter here, and indeed Noether’s theorems – which are elegant in their simplicity and mind-boggling in their implications – were as challenging in their way as Einstein’s.
Actually, simply reading Goldberg’s subheads is a great way to start this book – before coming back and finding out what he actually says in the sections. “How Einstein Fixed Galileo.” “Why You Can’t Have an Ansible” (the famous science-fictional device that communicates instantaneously across interstellar distances). “Life in Antworld.” “Seriously, Are Black Holes Really Black?” “An Exceptionally Simple Theory of Everything.” Goldberg does not have all the answers to the questions he poses – neither does anyone else – but he poses them in such a direct, even charming way that readers will find themselves considering things in all seriousness that they may only have thought about before in passing, if at all. (Example: why don’t atoms explode?)
“The universe isn’t quite as obvious as it might seem at first,” Goldberg notes, and in many ways this is the core information in this book. Goldberg, who has a touch of the showman about him, cannot resist offering one example, just one, of how the universe is different from what we might expect: he presents a simple experiment called Feynman’s Plate in which the reader, armed only with a glass of water and an arm, gets to find out that a 360-degree turn, which should bring things back where they started, only gets them halfway there.
This is simplified physics, but readers should not expect it to be entirely simple, and certainly not simple-minded. Goldberg writes plenty of sentences like this one: “The Higgs mechanism was concocted to explain how it could be that the W and Z0 bosons had mass even though none of the other mediators do.” But Goldberg is always scrupulously fair in explaining his terms and, to the extent possible, presenting highly abstruse mathematical concepts in straightforward English. That this is not always possible is scarcely his fault. The Universe in the Rearview Mirror is a fascinating book about a fascinating subject – life, the universe and everything – and Goldberg is a simply wonderful guide to and through all the thickets of complexity and obscurity that one encounters along the road of trying to understand what makes everything tick. Rather than, say, tock. | <urn:uuid:70e060bd-0797-47fe-85c7-546c0375a9f2> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://transcentury.blogspot.com/2013/07/little-bits-of-everything.html?m=0 | 2024-02-26T17:08:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474661.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226162136-20240226192136-00200.warc.gz | en | 0.956629 | 1,085 | 1 |
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