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PETALUMA, CALIF. (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

United Camps, Conferences & Retreats (UCCR)encourages and supports innovative programs to get adults and children to spend time together in nature. With a growing number of programs offered around the country for Grandparents and Grandchildren, organized camps are seeing more young and old spending time together.

These programs offer a variety of programs with different types of activities planned. Many camps and retreats can be found through local churches and regional denominations. With connectivity in this digital age, many who lived prior to the internet are seeing the need to get kids disconnected from their screens to spend time just being together with each other in a natural setting.

Some programs offer a spiritual component while others focus on traditional camp and outdoor activities. Many programs offered around the United States last two to three days and may include visiting neighboring attractions.

UCCR is an active member of the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA also promotes Grand Camp as a great option for families. ACA offers a great list of helpful to Grandparents planning on attending camp with their grandkids. "As baby boomers reach retirement age,the need for these kinds of opportunities for families is increasing. It is estimated that there will be be 70 million Americans in the elderly age group by the year 2030," say UCCR Director of Reservations & Communications Tina Heck.

United Camps, Conferences & Retreats manages 13 facilities throughout the US, many which are available for small groups to rent all types of accommodations from simple cabins to lodges. UCCR also offers meal service or guests can rent their own kitchen to make their own meals at some facilities.

Visit UCCR at http://www.uccr.org



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PORT OF PALM BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

RGF Environmental Group, the leader in air, water, and food purification without the use of chemicals, relaunches the refreshed M/Y Envision, their 110' floating showroom of over fifty RGF environmental products. She is the first environmentally friendly mega yacht outfitted with the latest in RGF purification systems for water, air, food, laundry, sewage, exhaust and bilge treatment.

The 110' M/Y Envision relaunched on her 15th anniversary in July 2019 after an extensive six-month, top to bottom refit by RGF's Marine Division. In preparation for the haul out 7,000 gallons of fuel and 350 gallons of water were removed from the vessel. Some of the key features of her transformation include fresh exterior paint from top to bottom, overhaul of the autopilot and steering and stabilizer systems, upgrades to the engines, navigation system, intake and outlet ports, new soundproofing and sound suppression, exterior lighting, signage and a redesigned engine room to better optimize space. The interior was also given a makeover, and she is now upgraded with rot-resistant interior walls and floors, new appliances, furniture, lighting and sound system. Even the hot tub was a part of the overhaul.

The mega yacht sets sail for her traditional summer voyage docking in Key West and Bahamas where the executive leadership team hosts valued partners for business meetings and team building activities.

About RGF Environmental Group, Inc. 
RGF manufactures over 500 environmental products and has a 34+ year history of providing the world with the safest air, water, and food without the use of chemicals. RGF is an environmentally friendly ISO 9001:2015 certified research and innovation company, holding numerous patents for wastewater treatment systems, air purifying devices, and food sanitation systems. Situated in the heart of the Port of Palm Beach Enterprise Zone, RGF Headquarters span 7.5 acres, with 106,000 square feet of manufacturing, warehouse and office facilities. RGF has recently upgraded its facilities, creating an increased vertical approach to manufacturing, further allowing the company to provide the highest quality and best engineered products on the market.

For more information, go to http://www.rgf.com or contact. 1101 West 13th Street, The Port of Palm Beach Enterprise Zone, Riviera Beach, Florida 33404 USA Tel: (561) 848-1826 or (800) 842-7771; Fax (561) 848-9454.



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FREEPORT, MAINE (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment, together with founding collaborators Stonyfield Organic, the USDA's LandPKS project and Foundation for the Food and Agriculture (FFAR), today announced the launch of OpenTEAM, the first open source technology ecosystem in the world to address soil health and mitigate climate change. OpenTEAM is projected to provide quantitative feedback on millions of acres of farmland by 2024.

OpenTEAM, or Open Technology Ecosystem for Agricultural Management, is a farmer-driven, interoperable platform to provide farmers around the world with the best possible knowledge to improve soil health.

Currently, farmers are faced with an ever-expanding assortment of decision-making software; however, these tools often do not 'communicate' with each other, making it difficult to transfer, share or use by farmers and scientists or in supply chains. With OpenTEAM, farmers are not only in control of their own data, but also able to enter data once to access all available tools in the OpenTEAM collaborative.

OpenTEAM offers field-level carbon measurement, digital management records, remote sensing, predictive analytics and input and economic management decision support in a connected platform that reduces the need for farmer data entry while improving access to a wide array of tools. The platform will support adaptive soil health management for farms of all scales, geographies and production systems. OpenTEAM will also accelerate scientific understanding of soil health by providing more high-quality data to researchers collaborating on the project.

To date, more than one dozen organizations have joined to develop, fund, and implement OpenTEAM. These include The Soil Health Partnership; General Mills; Colorado State University/USDA-NRCS Comet Farm; Applied GeoSolutions, LLC; DNDC Applications, Research and Training; Dagan, Inc.; Michigan State University Global Change Learning Lab; Purdue University Open Technology and Systems Center (OATS); University of British Columbia Center for Sustainable Food Systems; Regen Network; Our.Sci; Quick Carbon at Yale F&ES; U.S. Cover Crop Council decision tools; Sustainability Innovation Lab at Colorado (SILC); The University of Colorado Boulder; and FarmOS.

Wolfe's Neck Center will coordinate OpenTEAM from its headquarters on more than 600 acres of conserved landscape and farmland on the coast of Maine. Implementation and demonstration will begin in fall 2019. Field testing will continue in the 2020 growing season across the U.S. and international hub farm networks.

"At Wolfe's Neck Center, we are collaborating to create solutions that address climate change through regenerative agriculture," said Dave Herring, executive director, Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment. "OpenTEAM pairs agriculture with open source technology to accelerate soil health right here in Maine and around the globe."

The more than $10 million public-private collaboration is made possible by a $5 million grant from FFAR, with more than $5 million matching contributions coming from across the network, including a $200,000 grant from The Stonyfield Foundation and $200,000 in in-kind contributions and a grant from Stonyfield Organic.

"Optimizing soil management practices not only improves soil health, but also protects the environment," said FFAR's Executive Director Sally Rockey. "At scale, OpenTEAM can improve soil management practices for farmers around the globe and mitigate the effects of climate change."

"Stonyfield is strongly committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions," said Britt Lundgren, director of organic and sustainable agriculture at Stonyfield Organic Yogurt. "Over half of our emissions come from agriculture, so in order to hit our target we know we need to work with the farms who provide our ingredients and help them reduce their emissions and sequester more carbon. OpenTEAM will enable us to do this, and track farms' progress so we can be confident we're hitting our goals."

"We are inspired by the level of collaboration, leadership and vision our OpenTEAM partners have provided," said Dorn Cox, PhD, research director, Wolfe's Neck Center. "Through the power of open technology, we aim to make what was invisible visible and in so doing the unvalued valuable."

For more information on OpenTEAM or becoming an OpenTEAM collaborator, please visit: https://www.wolfesneck.org/openteam/, contact Dr. Dorn Cox at dcox@wolfesneck.org and/or follow on social media at #openteam.

About Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment (WNC) 
Wolfe's Neck Center is a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, a nonprofit research and education center, and a working organic farm. Situated on over 600 acres of conserved coastal landscape in Freeport, Maine, WNC's mission is to transform our relationship with farming and food for a healthier planet. In 2019, WNC dedicated a new $1 million facility to house a first-of-its-kind training program for new and transitioning organic dairy farmers. Follow Wolfe's Neck Center on Twitter at @wolfesneck and on Facebook and Instagram at @wolfesneckcenter.

About Stonyfield Organic 
As the country's leading organic yogurt maker, Stonyfield Organic takes care with everything it puts into its products and everything it keeps out. By saying no to toxic persistent pesticides, artificial hormones, antibiotics and GMOs, Stonyfield has been saying yes to healthy food, healthy people, and a healthy planet for 35 years. Stonyfield, a Certified B-Corp, is also helping to protect and preserve the next generation of farmers and families through programs like its Direct Milk Supply and Wolfe's Neck Organic Training Program as well as StonyFIELDS, a nationwide, multi-year initiative to help keep families free from toxic persistent pesticides in parks and playing fields across the country. Follow Stonyfield on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @Stonyfield.

About LandPKS 
The Land-Potential Knowledge System (LandPKS) is a mobile app and platform that supports nearly all approaches to land management by facilitating access to soil information and knowledge, and helping farmers and ranchers to track progress towards management objectives. As a fully functional system for which data privacy functions will become available in late 2019, LandPKS will serve as one of a growing number of gateways to the expanding network or "ecosystem" of OpenTEAM tools and technologies. LandPKS development is led by the USDA-ARS in cooperation with the University of Colorado Boulder, New Mexico State University, and collaborators throughout the world. Follow LandPKS on Facebook and Twitter at @LandPKS.

About Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research, FFAR 
The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization established by bipartisan Congressional support in the 2014 Farm Bill, builds unique partnerships to support innovative and actionable science addressing today's food and agriculture challenges. FFAR  leverages public and private resources to increase the scientific and technological research, innovation, and partnerships critical to enhancing sustainable production of nutritious food for a growing global population. The  FFAR Board of Directors is chaired by Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum, Ph.D., and includes ex officio representation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and National Science Foundation. Follow FFAR at Facebook and Twitter at @FoundationFAR and @RockTalking.



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SAVANNAH, GA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 01, 2019

Savannah Quarters, the master-planned community, country club and award-winning golf destination in Pooler, GA, held Honey Daze at Savannah Quarters, an event that benefitted The Bee Cause Project on June 22nd.

The gathering was held at a model home built by expert home builder Village Park Homes in the Westbrook Grove neighborhood of Savannah Quarters. Taylor's Landscaping, an award-winning local nursery and landscaping company was present at the event and gave complementary 4-gallon, pollinator-friendly plants to the first fifty guests of the event. Taylor's team was also available to inform Honey Daze guests about proper plant care and answer any questions.

Savannah Bee Company was also present as well as representatives of their partner charitable organization, The Bee Cause Project, who spoke with guests about their mission to educate and inform the public about the honeybees' vital role to our ecosystem and the threats they face.

The Bee Cause Project accepted donations and distributed information which allowed people to learn more about what they do and how they make an impact on STEAM-based education. They have now successfully reached 500 Bee Grants, furthering their mission to educate and inform youths and adults about honeybees. Savannah Quarters presented a check for the amount of $2,500 to the Bee Cause Project, who has stated that they will use this donation to benefit the nonprofit's efforts happening locally in the Savannah community.

"All of us at the Bee Cause Project are grateful to Savannah Quarters for hosting this event and for their donation. Their support helps us continue to provide the public with opportunities to understand, engage and learn about honeybees with the goal of making the world more sustainable one step at a time," said Tamara Enright, co-founder and executive director of The Bee Cause Project.

Honey Daze attendees had a great time and enjoyed a variety of family-friendly fun including bee-themed photo-ops and refreshments, temporary tattoos, a photo booth and Adopt-A-Bee certificates, which further spread the word about honeybees. Additionally, guests were able to tour new homes located in the Westbrook section of Savannah Quarters including The Reserve and the popular Design Home Showcase, which features several custom-home models that exemplify the latest and most popular home trends.

"This was a great opportunity to host an event in Savannah Quarters that contributed to a helpful cause. We would like to thank Taylor's Landscaping, Savannah Bee Company and The Bee Cause Project for visiting us and for all they did to make this event a great success," said Gerrit Albert, Coastal South Division President of LStar Ventures, the master development company for Savannah Quarters.

About Savannah Quarters 
Savannah Quarters is a premier new home community in the southeast located 10 miles west of the Savannah city center in Pooler. The 2,600-acre masterplan community offers charm, relaxation, beauty and recreation. The fun and relaxed Club at Savannah Quarters features resort-style amenities such as fitness, tennis, swimming, and a stunning clubhouse with year-round dining and gracious Southern service. Residents can also enjoy the 18-hole Greg Norman Signature Golf Course woven throughout the community. Future plans include new residences and new adventures for every generation. To schedule a tour and find your dream home, please call 912.450.2300 or visit http://www.savannahquarters.com.



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THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

The July 2019 edition of The Bridge, the materials science newsletter from Rigaku Corporation, is now available online on the company's global website. The Bridge features current news and analysis techniques related to X-ray based materials science, including X-ray diffraction, fluorescence and imaging, and presents articles, scientific papers and news reports.

The featured article covers a common materials database for multiple application plugins, where information about frequently used materials can be saved. The data are classified and stored enabling frequently used material information to be easily referenced when needed.

This month's featured X-ray diffraction (XRD) technical note covers structure determination of ferroelectric nano-powder by atomic Pair Distribution Function analysis (PDF). The results from an analysis of the structure of a nano-sized barium titanate (BT) powder material are shown.

The wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) application note shows how the unique "Ultra Carry" filter paper enables analysis of trace elements in water solution and is applicable to boron and fluorine analysis. The application demonstrates use of the micro-droplet method of analysis.

The energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) note describes the measurement of chromium (Cr) conversion coating on hot-dip galvanized steel. Aluminum and steel are often coated with a protective coating to prevent oxidation and corrosion of the base metal.

The Lives of Bees: The Untold Story of the Honey Bee in the Wild by Thomas D. Seeley is the subject of the latest book review. The book presents the culmination of over four decades of research on wild honeybees.

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, the featured video is presented from a link to a real-time recreation of the mission.

As always, links to the latest news stories and recently published scientific papers covering the latest developments in materials science are included along with a report on the 18th International Conference on Total Reflection X-ray Fluorescence Analysis and Related Methods (TXRF2019) and Workshop. A schedule of conferences and workshops is also included.

Readers can subscribe to the newsletter or view the current issue online at https://www.rigaku.com/subscribe

About Rigaku

Since its inception in Japan in 1951, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Rigaku and its subsidiaries form a global group focused on general-purpose analytical instrumentation and the life sciences. With hundreds of major innovations to their credit, Rigaku companies are world leaders in X-ray spectrometry, diffraction, and optics, as well as small molecule and protein crystallography and semiconductor metrology. Today, Rigaku employs over 1,400 people in the manufacturing and support of its analytical equipment, which is used in more than 90 countries around the world supporting research, development, and quality assurance activities. Throughout the world, Rigaku continuously promotes partnerships, dialog, and innovation within the global scientific and industrial communities.

For further information, contact:

Michael Nelson 
Global Marketing Coordinator 
Rigaku Corporation 
michael.nelson(at)rigaku(dot)com 
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DALTON, GA. (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (Shaw), a global floorcovering provider, has released its 2018 sustainability report. The report emphasizes the company's efforts to sustain[HUMAN]abilityTM, an endeavor to put people at the heart of its sustainability efforts -- addressing planetary health and human experience at the same time.

"We're committed to leading by example, by staying true to who we've always been: A company founded on putting people first. A business built on integrity and powered by innovation," stated Shaw Industries Chairman and CEO Vance Bell.

"The definition of sustainability is broadening to include potential impacts on our human experiences, not only the importance of ingredients that go into products, but also the effects of sound, moisture and other design elements," stated Susan Farris, Vice President Sustainability and Corporate Communications at Shaw Industries. "In addition to the important benchmarks of energy, water, waste and emissions that have been the core to the sustainability journey for decades, the human experience within the built environment is increasingly important to our diverse array of stakeholders. We perpetually take the next step forward, across every element of our sustainability strategy - beginning with the human element."

The report exemplifies how Shaw is responding to the evolving sustainability landscape through its ongoing initiatives and key accomplishments: 

Continued its 20-year commitment to Cradle to Cradle principles providing a framework that focuses on material health and the ingredients that go into products -- in addition to material reuse, renewable energy, water stewardship and social fairness. Almost 90 percent of the products Shaw makes are Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM

Reduced energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) impact, cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions in half from 2010 baseline

Achieved carbon neutrality in commercial carpet manufacturing operations globally

Began operating a Combined Heat & Power plant at its Columbia, S.C. fiber production facility, which reduces the plant's annual greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 26,000 metric tonnes—an impact equal to removing almost 5,500 passenger vehicles from the road each year

Joined the World Green Building Council's Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment as part of the momentous Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco

Incorporated the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact into its more robust sustainable sourcing policy

Recycled almost 1 billion pounds of carpet since 2006

Recycled more than 24 billion bottles at Clear Path Recycling since 2009

Invested more than $1.5 billion in new and existing facilities in the U.S. over the past five years

Provided more than 1.3 million training hours for its associates

In conjunction with associates, donated more than $6.5 million to non-profit organizations

In 2018, Shaw engaged Framework, LLC, a sustainability consulting firm, to update its materiality assessment, (first conducted in 2014) to ensure sustainability priorities and goals align with current market expectations. This process identified 10 high priority (material) issues for Shaw stakeholders and leadership (in alphabetical order): 

Climate Change and GHGs

Customer Satisfaction

Product End of Life

Product Environmental Impact (Manufacturing)

Product Human Impact (Use)

Product Innovation

Supply Chain Management

Sustainability Marketing

Talent Management

Transparency and Product Disclosures

In the year ahead, Shaw will identify or adjust goals to align with this priority items.

Shaw's sustainability report follows the Global Reporting Initiative framework. Read or download Shaw's 2018 Sustainability Report at https://shawinc.com/2018sustainabilityreport.

About Shaw Industries 
Shaw Industries Group, Inc. offers a diverse portfolio of carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile & stone, and laminate flooring products, synthetic turf and other specialty items for residential and commercial markets worldwide via its brands Anderson, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Floors, Shaw Hospitality, Shaw Sports Turf, Southwest Greens, Tuftex, USFloors and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. The company employs more than 20,000 associates with offices; R&D, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution locations; product showrooms; and/or salespeople throughout the U.S., as well as Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, India, the Netherlands, Mexico, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit http://shawinc.com.



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CALGARY, ALBERTA (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

CBC News reported on July 23, 2019, that according to a study by Wynes and Nicholas (2019) on climate change in Canadian secondary schools, schools should be teaching there is an overwhelming scientific consensus, but Friends of Science Society says that's not true, and not science – and the authors' advice is 'humanicidal.'

Wynes and Nicholas' earlier study found that having one less child meant a significant reduction in a person's carbon footprint, as reported by CBC July 13, 2017. With Canada's birthrate at only 1.6 children, this would mean the end of Canadian society, says Friends of Science.

Belgian philosopher, author, and jurist, Drieu Godefridi, rejects the humanicidal tendencies held by some of the top climate scientists, as discussed in this Dec. 31, 2018 post on Friends of Science blog.

The consensus studies cited by Wynes and Nicholas are deeply flawed and do not prove out on closer examination, as detailed in a 2014 Friends of Science review on the 97% Consensus Myth.

Even MK Zimmerman, co-author of the consensus study Doran and Zimmerman (2009) said "This entire process has been an exercise in re-educating myself about the climate debate and, in the process, I can honestly say that I have heard very convincing arguments from all the different sides, and I think I'm actually more neutral on the issue now than I was before I started this project.." ("The Consensus on the Consensus")

Michelle Stirling, Communications Manager for Friends of Science Society, wrote a rebuttal paper to Wynes and Nicholas (2019) which is posted on Social Science Research Network (SSRN) on the theme of "Climate Diversity is Our Strength." Her work found that the six key educational points on climate change of Wynes and Nicholas are not supported by the evidence.

Stirling's paper points out that Wynes and Nicholas (2019) focuses on incremental reductions by individuals, when just one container ship puts out the pollution of 50 million cars, as reported by DK Group in a 2009 Slideshare, with a large container ship emitting the carbon dioxide (CO2) of 20,000 cars. Likewise, the emissions of developing nations far outstrip those of Canada.

A report by Ottawa energy policy consultant, Robert Lyman, issued May 5, 2019, entitled "Futile Folly: Canada's Climate Policy Goals in the Global Context," states that: ""China's GHG emissions in 2016 were 9,114 Mt (according to British Petroleum data). In other words, China emits more in one month than Canada does all year. The average growth in emissions in China over the past decade is 202 Mt per year. Thus, Canada's total emissions represent about three and a half months of China's emissions growth."

Wynes and Nicholas had been critical of school curricula that included reference to Friends of Science Society's work, which holds the scientific position that the sun is the main driver of climate change; described as part of the 'polarized debate' in the curriculum. But Wynes and Nicholas claim 'this is concerning' as they think that there is no polarized debate in the climate science community. The Spilman Climate Conversation debate of June 12, 2018, featuring Dr. Michael Mann, Dr. David Titley, Dr. Patrick Moore and Dr. Judith Curry is just one example of 'climate diversity.'

LINK: youtu.be/lyNCl7NzjaM

Friends of Science Society says the claims of Wynes and Nicholas, if taken to heart by educators and individuals would mean pink slips for teachers and ultimately, the end of Canadian society.

See Friends of Science plain language website: climatechange101.ca

About

Friends of Science Society is an independent group of earth, atmospheric and solar scientists, engineers, and citizens who are celebrating its 16th year of offering climate science insights. After a thorough review of a broad spectrum of literature on climate change, Friends of Science Society has concluded that the sun is the main driver of climate change, not carbon dioxide (CO2). 
Friends of Science Society 
P.O. Box 23167, Mission P.O. 
Calgary, Alberta 
Canada T2S 3B1 
Toll-free Telephone: 1-888-789-9597 
Web: friendsofscience.org 
E-mail: contact(at)friendsofscience(dot)org 
Web: climatechange101.ca




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ROANOKE, VA. (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

John Ketwig shipped out to Vietnam in September, 1967. Today as then, veteran Ketwig worries that America is losing or "wasting" a veteran to suicide at the rate of 20 or more every day.

"There are 58,417 names on the Vietnam Memorial but more than 200,000 Vietnam Vets have taken their own lives, experts estimate," said Ketwig.

And yet the American Way of Waging War continues.

"We know the incidence of suicide among active duty military is at epidemic proportions. The Pentagon no longer releases those numbers because it's bad for recruiting efforts," he said.

He said Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez should never have been taken to task over for questioning why $21 trillion in taxpayer dollars was missing from the Pentagon financial records.

"In chapter 21 of Vietnam Reconsidered, I take a close look at the costs of militarism, including the first-ever audit of the Pentagon that failed miserably due to the culture of waste and fraud, stonewalling and concealment," he said. "Donald Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense and Richard Cheney, Vice President under President George W. Bush stated that 'according to some estimates we cannot track $2.3 trillion in transactions' by the Department of Defense, which had a total budget of $313 billion that year. America's adversary, Rumsfeld said, was not China or Russia, but 'the Pentagon bureaucracy.' Unfortunately, those observations were then obscured by the tragic events of 9/11."

"Young people today tell me they know Vietnam is important, but they don't know why. My book gives a context to the Vietnam war in terms of the social and technological advances of our generation, the corruption and profiteering in the U.S. from that and subsequent wars, and the terrible damage we have done to peoples around the world," said Mr. Ketwig. 
Mr. Ketwig, whose first book about his experiences as a solider became a best-selling Book of the Month and gained praise from peaceniks like Phillip Berrigan, and veterans like Ron Kovic and Bobby Muller, founder of the Vietnam Veterans of America, writes in his new book an analysis of America's modern war policies, and a plea to abolish the country's increasingly ingrained militarism and war for corporate profits.

"I challenge the reader to reconsider today's acceptance of militarism as the solution to America's economic and social problems," said Ketwig. "The failed strategies of the Vietnam Era are still in use in Afghanistan and the Mid-East today."

Ketwig retired from a long automotive service and parts career, including factory representative and management positions for Toyota, Rolls-Royce/Bentley, Ford, and Hyundai. His views are now from the vantage point of a husband, father, and grandfather concerned about the country his offspring will inherit. He still suffers from the horrors of his Vietnam experience.

"I felt the splatter of someone's loss of life as it exploded across my face and no matter how many times I have washed my face over the past 47 years I cannot wash away that horrible stain," writes Ketwig.

Thus he fights to remind people today, as when he returned and became an anti-war veteran in 1969, that fighting is not about freedom and democracy and doing good for the world's downtrodden, but about "profits and power, authority and career advancement," as well as "corporate profits and garish stripes sewn onto a sleeve, about genocide and the screwed up notion that you can make a total stranger's existence better by killing or maiming him."

VIETNAM RECONSIDERED: The War, the Times and Why They Matter takes the events of the 1960s and 70s into the heart of today's politics.

"When the government of the United States finds it necessary to cut the budgets for education and repairs to our infrastructure in favor of funding new weapons systems that the Pentagon doesn't even need or want, and carrying on perpetual unwinnable wars while VA benefits are cut or misappropriated and propaganda supplants truth in our children's educations, I have to protest," he said.



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LIHUE, HAWAII (PRWEB) JULY 31, 2019

Island School in Lihue, Kauai is hosting a blessing and dedication of its new athletic pavilion, which will be the first-ever permanent structure in the United States built with ByBlock, a construction material made entirely from previously unrecyclable plastic waste.

The ceremony will take place 9:00-10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, July 31, at the school's new athletic pavilion, which diverts 2.4 tons of plastic waste that would have otherwise gone to the landfill, incinerator or the ocean. In attendance will be Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami, Head of Island School Shannon Graves, Surfrider representatives, and ByFusion CEO Heidi Kujawa.

ByFusion, a new company launching in the US later this year to solve the plastic pollution crisis, donated the ByBlock for the structure. These ByBlock were produced by ByFusion's patented system called the Blocker, using all types of plastic waste, including marine debris and derelict fishing nets that Surfrider Foundation Kauai Chapter collected off Kauai's beaches. This athletic pavilion is a Surfrider project funded by Schmidt Marine Technology Partners.

"We had been doing beach cleanups and collected more than 10,000 pounds of marine debris each month but were in a quandary with what to do with it," said Senior Scientist for Kauai Chapter of Surfrider Foundation Dr. Carl Berg. "Previously we were sending it to Honolulu's H-Power for incineration, but we realized that incineration produced both toxic and greenhouse gas emissions so we wanted to find an alternative method that could handle large quantities of plastic waste."

ByFusion has been working with the Kauai Surfrider Foundation Chapter leaders for years to configure its Blocker system to produce ByBlock made with marine debris and derelict fishing nets without needing to clean or sort it.

"Today marks a special moment for Hawaii and other island nations," said ByFusion's CEO Kujawa. "We are thankful for the leadership, trust, patience and partnership the Kauai Chapter of Surfrider Foundation has demonstrated on this journey. Their support has enabled us to advance our technology to combat the plastic pollution crisis our world faces during a time when we need it the most."

ByFusion's Blocker systems process any type of plastic waste into a product that is the same size as a common hollow cement block. The Blocker is eco-friendly and uses no chemicals, additives, adhesives, or fillers.

"Everyone is anxiously waiting to see how the build goes," said Dr. Berg. "If it works, we hope to bring a Blocker to Hawaii to deal with our plastic waste and start printing out ByBlock. It would be a proof of concept that we could show the world that if it actually works here, then it could be used for any island group around the world that is struggling to deal with its plastic."

Kauai's Brower Construction broke ground at Island School on May 24, 2019. The construction crew finished the pavilion with stucco, leaving a small window exposed to display the ByBlock made with marine debris.

"The ByBlocks went up fast and easy," said General Contractor Rob Brower. "When you see how the finished product looks, it's clear that ByBlock is a great way to give plastic waste a responsible end use. They seem to have great R value and sound proofing qualities."

The project included a donation of services by Brower Construction, Architects Kauai, Island Truss, Kick Ass Concrete, Mahelona Sheet Metal Fabrication, and Pacific Plaster & Stucco and was a great accomplishment of communal effort.

ByFusion is currently ramping up US manufacturing in preparation for an exclusive beta program with select waste management companies, recycling facilities and corporations later this year. Details of the program will be released by October 2019.

Earlier this summer on June 8, ByFusion used ByBlock to build a lifeguard station in Los Angeles, California, in celebration of World Oceans Day, demonstrating the myriad of structures the product can build. The event attracted the presence of Senator Ben Allen, Manhattan Beach Mayor Nancy Hersman, the Discoverer of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Captain Charles Moore, and Professional Big Wave Surfer Alex Gray. Andrew DeBlock, a representative of Senator Al Muratsuchi's office, presented ByFusion with a California Legislature Assembly Certificate of Recognition for their efforts towards solving the plastic waste crisis and commitment to the environment.

About ByFusion 
ByFusion is an innovative manufacturing company committed to preserving the recycling industry, protecting the environment and giving plastic a new life by reshaping its future.

A certified B Corporation, and an essential cog in the wheel of a circular economy, ByFusion has a patented process that converts all types of plastic waste into an advanced building material called ByBlock. ByFusion's recycling solution enables communities, corporations, and governments to realize a cleaner world while creating jobs, improving infrastructure and revitalizing neighborhoods. ByFusion has been recognized with distinctions and awards such as Fast Company's World Changing Ideas 2019, 1% for the Planet's 2018 Business Member Innovation of the Year, and 2016 Waste Dive Most Disruptive Innovation of the Year Award.



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DELRAY BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 01, 2019

GSky Plant Systems, Inc., a global industry leader in the design and production of interior and exterior green walls, highlights its industry-leading maintenance program for Versa Wall living green wall systems.

Proper care for the living green walls is essential for the living design's longevity. The walls must be easily accessible, and standard care should be performed on an ongoing basis. To remain compact, plants must be properly pruned and cleaned. Regular fertilization ensures plants maintain the desired levels of color and vibrance. Effective maintenance holds living wall systems in check, keeps plants healthy, and preserves the intended aesthetics of each wall.

GSky offers an industry-leading comprehensive 3-point maintenance program with hardware coverage, standard on all walls for the first year after installation and available after that period ends. As part of GSky's maintenance program, GSky living wall experts regularly visit living green walls to ensure appearance. Periodically, GSky trained technicians perform a battery of intermittent tasks to ensure excellent plant health, ideal moisture levels, and proper system functionality. With the only plant guarantee in the industry, GSky replaces any plant attrition with healthy substitutes.

Since irrigation is essential for plant survival, irrigation systems, and drainage systems are maintained. Wall components, such as tanks, trays, filters, and fasteners, are also inspected and cleaned. GSky trained technicians perform occasional lighting reviews, adjusting timers and fixtures when needed to ensures plants receive adequate light.

The Versa Wall living green wall system by GSky is designed for simple maintenance. An alternative to walls using pre-grown panels, GSky's Versa Wall allows for plants to be easily maintained and replaced with no mess due to the flexibility of the 4-inch pots that are placed directly into the system's trays without any "re-potting." With patented vertical irrigation technology, the Versa Wall only requires water every 8 – 10 days.

Proven GSky systems, backed by a trained network of maintenance providers, can succeed at locations where a living wall is creatively installed. Prior to installation, GSky and GSky dealers work with customers to select appropriate plants, allow effective access for maintenance, and ensure proper lighting conditions to ensure living wall vitality.

For more information about GSky's Versa Wall, visit https://gsky.com/versa/.

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About GSky Plant Systems, Inc. 
Versatile. Reliable. Proven.

Founded in 2004, GSky Plant Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of vertical Living Green Walls in North America, Europe, Australia and the Middle East in our 15th year in business. The company was founded based on the explosive growth of green technology. GSky Living Green Walls are irrigated by low flow drip emitters on programmable controllers and in many cases can be equipped with recycling components to create an extremely efficient low water usage system. GSky has offices in Delray Beach, Florida and Vancouver, British Columbia, with sales offices in Denver, Colorado; San Clemente, California; San Antonio, Texas; and Hamburg, Germany. GSky's Versa Wall, Versa Wall XT, Pro Wall, and Basic Wall systems offer indoor and exterior options for most environments. For more information about GSky Plant Systems, visit https://gsky.com, call 561-894-8688, or email marketing@gsky.com.

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ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 01, 2019

The GENSPEED platform is a compact, fast and simple system to enable multiplex testing at the point of care. It is fully developed with over 100 units deployed in the field for multiple applications. "Beyond the creation of new tests, with applications into new fields of use, our collaboration with axiVEND will give us a foothold in the USA to better support other nascent test development opportunities," said Max Sonnleitner, GENSPEED Biotech CEO. "We are excited about our collaboration with axiVEND and the expanded reach this will provide us."

"The platform itself is very promising, leveraging simple microfluidic consumables and associated ease of use," said Claude Dufresne, axiVEND CEO. "This platform gives us the fastest and best probability of success to bring novel multiplex test ideas to the market. We will market the new tests under the brand axiTESTtm and use the GENSPEED platform as an OEM system, branded with axiTESTtm colors. This is an exciting phase for both companies."

About GENSPEED Biotech 
GENSPEED Biotech was founded in 2016 as a spin-off company of Greiner Bio-One. We develop, produce and distribute IVD-certified rapid testing solutions based on the patented GENSPEED technology.. Currently, nine highly qualified employees are devoted to the development, production and sales of in-vitro diagnostics for the rapid identification of various pathogens. With its novel combination of microfluidics, miniaturized opto-electronics and automation GENSPEED enables the simultaneous detection of multiple analytes at the point of care within a few minutes. GENSPEED may be used for nucleic acid-based genetic testing as well as for protein analyses. Thus, the platform facilitates the rapid identification of defined bacteria or viruses as well as the quantitation of certain biomarkers in blood or other biological material. For additional information please visit http://www.genspeed-biotech.com.

About axiVEND 
While newly founded in 2019, axiVEND is built on the concept of truth in vending. From the Greek "axios" for truthfulness, axiVEND promises to provide the very best solutions, with proven field performance, to the worlds of diagnostics and multiplex assays. Leveraging an expanded network throughout North and South America, axiVEND will soon be positively impacting life science industries in general. The early axiVEND portfolio encompasses best-in-class M2 Automation ultra-low volume high-precision liquid deposition technologies, the latest offerings in colorimetric and fluorescence multiplex array readers, unique high-performance surface coatings for superior protein functional activity, and the next generation label-free multiplex reader. For additional information please visit the axiVEND website at http://www.axivend.com, and follow us on LinkedIn. 



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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) AUGUST 01, 2019

Over the last several years California has suffered many catastrophic wildfires. The resulting damages created billions of dollars paid out to compensate wildfire victim's through their insurance company fire loss claims. In 2017 there were a total of eighteen wildfires that occurred between Napa and Sonoma Counties alone. Seventeen of the fires that occurred in those two counties were attributed directly to Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) company negligence which resulted in approximately nine billion dollars in property damage claims currently in litigation. In 2018 Southern California suffered the "Goleta Fire" and also the "Woolsey Fire" in Malibu which resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in property damages paid to claimants through loss claims made through their homeowner's insurance policies. Northern California experienced the worst wildfire disaster in history known as "The Campfire" which leveled the town of Paradise, California (Butte County), killing 85 people, and creating over fifteen billion dollars in property damages. The cause of the Camp Fire was also attributed to PG&E company negligence. Many states, including several federal government agencies, are now admitting, "We no longer have a fire season, but a fire danger period that lasts throughout the year (i.e. the fire year)".

Tom DiNardo is the owner and senior wine appraiser of Winery & Wine Appraisals. He is acutely aware of this reality of what is now known as the "fire year" rather than the fire season. Tom was a US Forest Service seasonal wildland firefighter in the mid-1980's while attending college in California. Tom firmly states, "It was a dangerous job back then, and it has become even more so today". After a brief career as a natural resources law enforcement officer, Tom DiNardo started his spirits & wine appraisal and auction companies in 1993. "I probably understand the damage caused by forest fires and wildfires better than most people. My company has stepped forward in assisting not only California wildfires victims, but also assisting wildfire victims located in other states. I truly empathize and absolutely comprehend their indescribable grief, unfathomable losses, and the confusion they are experiencing in their efforts to rebuild their lives" says DiNardo.

Winery & Wine Appraisals is a nationally recognized as a spirits & wine appraisal and personal property appraisals firm. The company's spirits & wine appraisal experts provide their services to people, insurance companies, independent adjusters, banks, attorneys and law firms in providing wine appraisal services as well as consulting expert and expert witness services. For the past two years Mr. DiNardo's company has worked with insurance companies almost exclusively on California wildfires insurance claim assignments. Winery & Wine Appraisals provides other vital services to their clients such as complete Cellar Inventories, Personal Property Inventories, Cause & Origin Reports, Scope of Damage Evaluation Reports, contract Insurance Investigators (SIU), Wine Fraud Detection, and Counterfeit Wines Identification services that his clients have truly relied upon in having their wildfires claims fairly adjusted.

As a company owner and senior spirits & wine appraisal expert, Tom DiNardo is always on the move with company work assignments, and especially recently with the California wildfires claims his company has received over the last few years. He pauses, breathes in deeply and states, "The California wildfires that have occurred over the last few years have placed a huge drain on expert resources available to assist not only the wildfire victims, but also their legal and insurance professionals who also assist these insureds and claimants in rebuilding their homes and lives. The number of wildfire insurance loss claims is growing exponentially each year". Tom is an intense, type A+ personality who doesn't waste time, as he works very hard, and many long hours, to complete the multiple work assignments that he jokes would take his competition much longer to complete. According to DiNardo, claimants and their insurance companies hire Winery & Wine Appraisals because of his company's focus, background, experience and qualifications. Tom smiles and says, "Apparently, our company offers our clients far more useful services than our competitors, and we are not afraid to get our hands dirty. We have responded to disaster scenes and met with insurance company deployment teams in less than twelve hours after we have been hired".

Tom DiNardo is incredibly busy given the rigorous demands of his company's schedule. In his free Tom is a certified sommelier and wine educator who teaches people about wine tasting, wine education, wine collecting and oenology. He is perhaps best known for his online wine personality - The Wine Zealot.

Winery & Wine Appraisals is not just a company focused on spirts & wine appraisal. "Our company provides invaluable Residential Contents Appraisal services as well. In other words, we don't just appraise wine & spirits, but we regularly appraise all of the damaged residential contents in the entire home after a wildfire has occurred" according to DiNardo. Tom's company also provides his clients with winery appraisals, and both distillery appraisals, and brewery appraisals. "All of these business enterprises have suffered major losses as result of the recent California wildfires", reports DiNardo. Over this past year Winery & Wine Appraisals has worked with many insurance companies involved in adjusting claims for the "Woolsey Fire", and Tom DiNardo's successful company is also working directly with law firms that are currently representing hundreds of victims who have California Wildfires loss claims. Tom states, "Going through the insurance claim's process can be a grueling experience, but our company does everything we can to make the claimant's recovery period as short as humanly possible. Having a good insurance company is great, but having a good attorney can also help move the process further along".

When he was asked if the California Wildfires would create further unresolved, far-reaching, issues over the next decade, DiNardo laughs and states, "Of course, there are erosion concerns, flooding, siltation issues, and the wine industry is now experiencing the reality of 'Smoke Taint' which will certainly impact wineries and the wines they produce". Over two years ago Tom DiNardo predicted, "Smoke Taint" would become a commonly known word, and today it is rapidly gaining recognition in the wine industry worldwide as a result of more prevalent wildfires. The term "smoke taint" originated and wine industry only in the last several years, and it is now used worldwide. Tom predicted back then, "Eventually wineries, viticulturists, wine makers, and grape growers will come forward in droves and make smoke taint claims, filing legal cases, as their grapes and wines will have suffered from wildfire exposure and smoke taint damage. These legitimate smoke taint claims will be litigated in a pioneering area of law practice, that before now, was not previously known to exist".

That time has come, and Tom DiNardo now reports that he has already been contacted as a potential consulting expert witness by one New York law firm that is representing at least seven individual Northern California wineries in these new smoke taint legal cases. Tom states with authority, "There is a lot about smoke taint that we do not know and are still learning, but there is also a lot that we do know about smoke taints undesirable, damaging, effects and the negative impact it has on wine grapes and the wines produced from these damaged grape varietals. Make no mistake, that smoke taint does in fact negatively impact a wine's bouquet and its overall flavor profile that the wine drinker experiences while drinking a glass of smoke taint damaged wine". According to DiNardo smoke taint is not part of the healthy wines making equation involved in the mystery, alchemy, beauty, and passion involved in the art of producing great wines. Smoke taint presents new challenges for wine makers and also for those science-focused, wine industry, professionals who seek to combat the negative effects created by smoke taint.

Tom DiNardo anticipates That Winery & Wine Appraisals will become more involved in wildfire damage claim assignments over the next several years. According to Tom it's not so much about "the fire year", as much as it about global weather changes that negatively impact our forests and eco systems. He advises, "People who reside in wildfire prone areas need to prepare in advance if they truly wish to limit their exposure, but my company will always be there to help just in case".



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COSTA MESA, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 02, 2019

Three brothers embarked on a Mexico adventure traveling to Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Cozumel, Tulum, Merida and Chichen Itza. As brothers they love traveling together to see the world and all the different cultures it has to offer. All of them living mostly on the west coast of the United States, Mexico is close and they love traveling there. While in Tulum, they decided to adventure out and see if they could find an exclusive beach away from the crowds with hopes of discovering some good snorkeling. They had tried their best near the resorts but didn't have much luck. In the middle of their quest to find that perfect, private snorkeling spot, they stumbled upon a small patch of beach in a cove just north of the resorts that was completely covered in micro plastics and trash. Like completely covered; you could barely see the sand.

Their hearts instantly sank into their stomachs as all three of them had been brought up near and in the ocean. The ocean has a special place in their hearts and seeing it covered in filth really brought them pain. After a few minutes of trying to realize what they were seeing, the youngest brother between the three of them Peter, made the decision right then and there, that they would return to Tulum with a team of volunteers and they would clean that beach. The two other brothers James and Thomas, agreed and loved the idea and they continued on with their trip.

After returning home and settling back into reality, Peter had sent his two other brothers a link to a GoFundMe account to see if they could raise money to return back to Tulum to do what they said they were going to do, to clean that beach of its trash and filth. The three of them set out to see if they could make it happen. After a few short weeks they had raised almost $5,000 which would cover plane tickets, lodging, food, and supplies to clean the beach they had found. Capital raising strategies were mostly cold calling but also an awesome evening event held in Salt Lake City Utah by the owners of Rye Diner where Peter previously worked as a server. It was an auction type of event where all the proceeds of the auction went to the trip. It was truly a great evening for all who were involved and attended. Many thanks to all of the donators that made this project possible:

Actum Processing 
Merchant Refi 
Corporate Capital Direct 
BrookeVale Funding 
Coalatree 
Glide SUP Company 
Beehive Distilling 
Rye Diner 
Gypsy Gold 
Lulu Lemon Salt Lake City 
Beltex Meats

A special thanks to the largest donator Kris Kehler and Chris Queen at DebtPayPro Software. They were both monumental in allowing for this trip to happen.

Also a special thanks to Vincent Lipari over at Actum Processing as the second largest contributor to the project.

Now that they had raised enough money to make the trip a reality, the brothers needed a few helpers to make the project possible. The volunteers that they owe many many thanks to are Dulce Lopez, Jimmy Roney, and Erika Franks. Together the six of them boarded a flight to Cancun to find their way back to Tulum Mexico.

Upon arrival they had the van rented, all the supplies they needed, and the Airbnb ready to go. Over the course of the next three days the six of them picked up roughly 2,000 pounds of micro plastics and trash for a total of 35 very large trash bags. Micro plastics are not only the worst for the environment and the ocean, but it's also the worst to pick up. They had brought sand sifters with them knowing that picking up micro plastic by hand would be impossible. They looked like gold miners trying to sift for gold. Other items that were picked up were tons of shoes, plastic bottles, glass bottles, hair brushes, toy dolls, and much more. "We even picked up a few needles which was a bit scary" mentioned Thomas on one of their day trips to the site. After the third day they were sunburned, sleep deprived from being sun burned, exhausted, and fulfilled with over-whelming happiness. They left that beach looking like it had never been touched by a piece of plastic. They were so proud of their hard work and to Southern California they all returned.

Peter, the brother who planned and organized the entire trip expresses "Looking back on what we had accomplished was both sad and extremely happy all at the same time. We were sad because we made a very very small dent on what is a very large problem on our planet. We were happy because we worked insanely hard and the beach looked amazing and for three days six of us worked together to make a difference."

James, Peter and Thomas will be planning more beach clean ups and not-for-profit events in the near future and they encourage anyone who feels the way they feel or believes what they believe, to help out in any way you can. They are Keep the Peace can be reached on the Keep the Peace website. https://www.keepthepeace.com



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ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 02, 2019

Wright Flood Insurance is pleased to announce the launch of CLOE the claims bot – an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that helps customers efficiently, quickly and securely open a claim online. With this launch, the company adds to its existing array of tech-enhanced claims management tools and becomes the first flood insurance provider to offer this exciting AI technology. The CLOE claims bot can be accessed 24/7 at wrightflood.com and wrightfloodadvice.org on your mobile device or desktop.

"Artificial intelligence tools and chatbots are becoming increasingly popular in the customer service industry and amongst consumers, and we are thrilled to provide for our policyholders another innovative option for streamlining the claims process," said Tim Love, CIO of Wright Flood. "CLOE's fully-automated, conversational interface is encrypted, offering users peace of mind that their information is secure, and can be done within a few minutes."

To file a claim with CLOE, the insured, agent, or third party must first answer a few simple authentication questions. Through this process, they will be notified if there is a possible duplicate claim. Then, the user answers a series of conditional questions that are personalized based on their responses, and with very little effort a new claim has been opened. At the end of the process they will be provided with their claim number, adjuster information, and a reference document advising them of what steps to take next.

"At Wright Flood, we believe in making the claims process as easy as possible so that property owners can get back on their feet and focus on what's important after a flooding event," added Patty Templeton-Jones, president of Wright Flood. "Wright Flood has long been at the forefront of technological advancement in the flood insurance industry, and we remain committed to investing in the resources to continue to enhance our flood insurance offering."

Wright Flood's other recent claims processing innovations include the company's 'claims via text' option, which allows customers to file a claim by texting 727-777-7066, and 'status via text' where a claimant can find the date the last claims check was mailed. With both options, users receive automated text responses that assist them throughout the claims process. The company also has an online portal at wrightflood.com/claims, where property owners that have a Wi-Fi connection following a flood event can open a claim and track its progress online. Wright Flood policyholders can also file a claim by emailing floodclaims@weareflood.com or calling 1-800-725-9427.

For more information about Wright Flood, visit http://www.wrightflood.com.

About Wright Flood:                                                             
Wright Flood provides federal flood insurance, excess flood coverage and private flood alternatives along with leading industry expertise, earning an A- (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best. As the largest flood provider in the nation, Wright Flood takes pride in user-friendly technology, exceptional claims reputation and providing the service that clients deserve. We think that is the measure of the right relationship.



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PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) AUGUST 02, 2019

Today, the Business Intelligence Group announced the winners in the 2019 Sustainability Awardsprogram. The Sustainability Awards honor those who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice. For-profit and not-for-profit organizations of all sizes submitted nominations to reward team members and gain exposure for the organization, its initiatives, and the exemplary accomplishments of its leaders as they work to reduce their impact on our environment.

"The role of sustainability is becoming more prevalent in most organizations, but these nominees have provided everyone with a leadership standard we can all model," said Maria Jimenez, Chief Nominations Officer, Business Intelligence Group. "We are so proud to reward and recognize all of our winners and finalists, as they provide the leadership and vision needed to protect our environment."

The 2019 Sustainability Award winners are:

Sustainability Hero of the Year (Executive) 

Hanko Kiessner, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Packsize International

Sustainability Initiative of the Year (Project) 

AdCellerant - AdCellerant Gives

Dow Polyurethanes - RENUVA Mattress Project

Intrepid Group

Itron and Discovery Education - Conservation Station: Creating a More Resourceful World

Profile Products Sustainability Scorecard

Resolute Forest Products' Greenhouse Gas Reduction Investments

The Weather Company, an IBM Business - Forecast: Change

Vecor Limited - World's First Systema Leonardo Plant

VEON and Jazz Pakistan

Sustainability Leadership Award (Organization) 

Bridgestone Americas

Graham Packaging Company

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

National Association of REALTORS

Profile Products

QTS Realty Trust

Superior Essex Communications

The Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine

VEON

VEON and Kyivstar

Sustainability Product of the Year (Product) 

Dow Coating Materials PRIMAL RN Acrylic Emulsions

Dow Performance Silicones - DOWSIL TC-3015 Reworkable Thermal Gel

Dow Polyurethanes - RENUVA Polyols

Greenstone - Sustainability Framework Mapping

Diageo: Crown Royal Texas Mesquite

Inteva Products - Inteather Eco Trim

Johnson Controls - YORK Mission Critical Direct Evaporative Cooling Air Handling Units

Ledesma +Bio

MilliporeSigma - Cyrene solvent

Packsize International LLC - Packsize On Demand Packaging Systems

PrimaLoft Bio

Vecor Limited - Alvanta Tiles

Wolters Kluwer | Enablon

Zahroof Valves, Inc. (ZVI) - The Zahroof StraightFlo Valve

Sustainability Service of the Year (Service) 

Booster Fuels - On-Demand Mobile Fueling for Fleets & Consumers

Covanta - Covanta's Safe Disposal of Medications Program

DARIACORDAR - Zero Desperdicio 360

The judges also named several finalists including: Anheuser-Busch: Brewing with 100% Renewable Electricity, Arpa Industriale S.p.A. - Bloom, Crothall Healthcare , ENGIE Insight's Coast to Coast Sustainability Tour, IWC Schaffhausen, MilliporeSigma (the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany), Morrison Healthcare, PAN AMERICAN ENERGY - PAE's Operations Management Model for Excellence, PT Astra International Tbk, Refinitiv, Ricardo Bennett, PARIS, Yanbu Refinery Department - Saudi Aramco - Conserving 90 Million Gallons of Water Via Enhancing Compressor Efficiency & Reliability Innovatively.

About Business Intelligence Group 
The Business Intelligence Group was founded with the mission of recognizing true talent and superior performance in the business world. Unlike other industry award programs, business executives—those with experience and knowledge—judge the programs. The organization's proprietary and unique scoring system selectively measures performance across multiple business domains and then rewards those companies whose achievements stand above those of their peers.



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OAK RIDGE, TENN. (PRWEB) AUGUST 03, 2019

During the feasibility study, REE Magnesium Inc and CVMR combined forces creating a joint venture that would take advantage of CVMR's vast mineral resources around the world. The joint venture aims to develop a complex of five metal refining structures based on CVMR's proprietary vapour metallurgy processes and technologies in the United States. The ultimate goal is to compete with foreign imports of refined metals into the United States, such as; rare earth elements (REE), magnesium (Mg), tantalum (Ta), niobium (Nb), vanadium (V), and nickel (Ni). All of which are considered strategic and critical metals for the U.S. manufacturing, energy, and defense sectors.

"With God's help and American ingenuity," Brittany Freeman, President of REE Magnesium Inc, says, "we aim to make U.S. industries stronger, more innovative and dominant in areas that keep our leadership intact."

REE Magnesium Inc's strategy has paid off quickly. A host of mine owners, financiers and potential endusers of products have approached the CVMR/REE Magnesium Inc team, offering off-take agreements and looking for an investment opportunity. The products REE Magnesium Inc will offer are unique and in high demand in today's economy. Their products consist of metal powders and nano-powders used in batteries, 3D printing, superalloys, and complex granular shapes that can only be manufactured using vapour metallurgy processes.

"CVMR's close association with a number of prominent universities allows us to benefit from the latest developments in metallurgical processes and to produce state of the art metal products," says Cliff Boyd, CRO of REE Magnesium Inc "REE Magnesium Inc's joint venture agreement with CVMR facilitates the production of strategically significant metal products and alloys that are being imported into the United States or are not produced in sufficient quantities due to lack of raw material resources. REE Magnesium Inc is in the inevitable position of being able to invent new products for the battery industry, aerospace, automotive, defense, and pharmaceutical industries."

In addition to supplying critically needed minerals and Rare Earth Elements, this joint venture will be environmentally friendly throughout the entire refining process thanks to state-of-the-art green technology. CVMR has been able to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from various industrial outlets and convert it into valuable and highly sought-after products, such as graphite and graphene. The project has won a substantial award, two years in a row from "Solutions 2030 Challenge" program of the Ontario Centers of Excellence (OCE).

The CVMR process captures various scales of CO2 emissions through a novel modular technology replacing the conventional absorption towers and scrubbers. The goal is to capture CO2 from industrial plants such as utility plants, oil sands producers, chemical manufacturers, and smaller operations. The captured CO2 is then converted into stable and value-added carbon by-products, such as graphite and graphene. The captured Carbon and metal powders are used in various modern batteries. Carbon flakes and graphene are used in water purification and desalination, concrete bricks, tires, and many other uses that are being discovered or invented



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

At a time when cities, countries, and companies around the world are banning plastic straws because of the harm they cause to the environment and human health, Donald Trump's reelection campaign has begun selling them as merchandise.

This was the last straw for self-described progressive Democrats Julia Jaye Posin and Max Goldberg, who happened to own a reusable metal straw company, Steel Straw.

"It felt like a cruel slap in the face. It's unbelievable how low Trump will go," says Max Goldberg, co-founder at Steel Straw. "We decided to launch a new line of metal straws that represent our values for the 2020 presidential election."

Steel Straw now sells metal straws colored Democratic blue, with laser-engraved text reading the pun, "Trump Sucks." Another of their new straws reads the name of their preferred candidate: "Bernie".

The new metal straws have the following features: 

They come in two laser-engraved versions, with "Trump Sucks" text, or the Bernie Sanders campaign logo.

They're plastic free, and made of food-grade reusable stainless steel.

Each straw is easy to clean, dishwasher safe, and comes with a cleaning brush.

"Plastic garbage like Trump straws are made from fossil fuels. At this rate, by 2050 twenty percent of global oil production will be used to make plastic. It's unacceptable," says Julia Jaye Posin, co-founder at Steel Straw. "We need Bernie Sanders and the Green New Deal so American companies like ours -- small, middle-class, family-owned, green businesses -- can succeed while doing our part for the planet."

A Washington Post/ABC News poll in July showed 62% of Americans disapproving of Trump's climate change position, with only 29% approving.

National Geographic estimates 500 million plastic straws are thrown away in the U.S. every day. In response, cities like Seattle and states like California have passed legislation limiting or banning their use.

"It's a huge opportunity to get reusable straws into the lips of people who want to be the change," says Goldberg. "Our metal straws bring awareness to people's plastic consumption, and now hopefully to their votes too."

The new Bernie straws and Trump Sucks straws are available for pre-sale now at https://steelstraw.com for $7.27 with free shipping starting in August 2019.

Posin and Goldberg pledge to use 50% or more of the revenue from these straws to max out their personal donations to the Bernie Sanders campaign (which does not accept corporate donations), and support phone banking and canvassing events leading up to the 2020 presidential election.

About Steel Straw: Steel Straw is a California-based social impact company hyper-focused on eliminating plastic pollution. The company was launched on Earth Day in 2018.



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RENTON, WA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

Evluma LED Lighting announces two new lighting sales hires, both with exceptional industry experience. Coming from Sylvania and a history with Philips and Westinghouse, Janine Soper takes the lead for Evluma in the southeast USA as Southeast Region Sales Manager. From the ranks of GE's prestigious Commercial Leadership Program, Wayne King, Jr. takes over as Central Region Sales Manager. Coordinating the hires and their direct supervisor, Evluma veteran and recent Harvard MBA graduate, Taisha Bezzo is promoted to National Sales Director from her previous position as Eastern Regional Sales Manager.

"Brining Janine and Wayne on board is not only a win for our customers and distributors in this region but also provides additional support for our bourgeoning rep program," stated Taisha Bezzo. "I've had the pleasure of providing service to these regions myself and I know that Wayne and Janine bring a level of experience and expertise our extended Evluma network will appreciate." Evluma's newest rep agency, EnSales, joined in April 2019. The area is also supported by GHMR and Cooperative Business Lighting Partners (CBLP).

Wayne King, Jr. will manage sales for Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana and Janine Soper will manage sales for Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina. Taisha Bezzo has been with Evluma since 2014.

Congratulate Wayne and Janine in person at IES SALC, San Diego, CA, September 22-25, 2019 Evluma Booth #20 and at ICUEE, Louisville, KY October 1-3, Evluma booth #3926.



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MADRID (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

Based on the worldwide growth of the climate crisis, Climate Blockchain Initiatives (CBI) announces its new strategic alliance with Transformation LLC in order to bring the unique ClimateTrade solution to the United States carbon credits market. The market for carbon offsetting from 2020 to 2050 worldwide is estimated in trillions of dollars of transactions.

Climate change is an impending global crisis. The largest share of global greenhouse gases emitted since the Industrial Revolution comes from the US and with large emissions comes great responsibility to mitigate climate change.

Climate Blockchain Initiatives (CBI) is engaging large corporations and entities to use the ClimateTrade platform. Project developers from around the world upload their carbon-reducing projects onto the platform, and corporations can directly offset their carbon footprint by selecting the desired credits from available projects. Users of the ClimateTrade platform have access to a record of all transactions in their private accounts.

Transformation LLC was founded two years ago by ClimateTrade Advisor Dr. Walter L. Schindler in order to provide a synergistic combination of strategic advisory services and growth initiatives, based in North America.

The innovative goal of Transformation is to capture extraordinary opportunities at the inefficient frontiers of a changing world, integrating the latest technologies to achieve significant profit while maximizing efficiency and impact and thereby transforming the world for the future. Dr. Schindler's work in impact investing has garnered international recognition; he has recently been awarded "Game Changer of the Year 2019" by three independent international magazines based in London: Finance Monthly, ACQ Global Awards, and the Global 100 of KMH Media Group.

In June of this year, Peter Clark Rockefeller and Dr. Schindler partnered with the World Economic Forum and the AIM Summit in order to launch the first ever AIM Summit in Europe. CBI looks forward to providing excellence in service for new and future clients in North America and beyond with ClimateTrade. "We have ambitious plans for the US, but most importantly, we're excited to have a direct presence in the country and will work closely with our partners," said Francisco Benedito, CEO and Co-founder of ClimateTrade.

About Climate Blockchain Initiatives, Ltd. 
Climate Blockchain Initiatives, Ltd. is a European company focused on the development and finance of new technologies against Climate Change. ClimaTrade platform (https://climatetrade.com) is the reference platform for the Carbon Markets Post 2020 as mentioned in the last United Nations World Economic and Social Survey 2018 and is currently focused in expanding its market and partnerships worldwide.

Climate Blockchain Initiatives, Ltd. 
Press contact name: Ana Karen Zapata 
Email: Info@climatetrade.net 



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DAVIS, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

The poster is glossy, doubled sided with English and Spanish versions and measures 22 inches x 34 inches, making it ideal for display in a classroom or other educational facility.

The GRC would like to thank the Dewhurst Group for their help in designing the poster and to the following sponsors for their support: Horizon Well Logging; Ormat Technologies; Cyrq Energy; Coso Operating Company; EGS, Inc., and the Dewhurst Group.

10,000 copies of the poster will be sent in school educational packs distributed by the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), as part of the Earth Science Week Toolkit, with the main priority to support high-quality teaching and learning in Earth science.

Earth Science Week is an important annual outreach by the U.S. geoscience community. "Aligned with efforts to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the geosciences, this year's theme of "Geoscience Is for Everyone" [provides] materials that emphasize the importance of the geosciences in the lives of all people."

A further 5,000 printed copies of the Geothermal Poster will be available for distribution directly by the GRC and, for instance, will be freely available at this year's Annual Meeting & Expo in Palm Springs, California from 15-18 September. Electronic versions of the poster are available for download from our website at https://geothermal.org/poster.html.

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About the Geothermal Resources Council:

The Geothermal Resources Council (GRC) will be celebrating 50 years of service to the global geothermal energy community in 2022. The GRC is dedicated to advancing geothermal development around the world through education, research, and outreach.

For more information, please visit http://www.geothermal.org.

Get your daily geothermal news at Global Geothermal News. Become a fan on Facebook. Follow GRC on Twitter [@GRC2001 and #GRCAM2019]. Join the geothermal community on LinkedIn. Check out GRC's YouTube Channel. See geothermal photos on GRC's Flicker page. 
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CORAL SPRINGS, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

XS Trash Florida announced today that they have been in business since 2009 and they will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary.

XS Trash Florida is fully licensed and insured and proud to service Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach County. XS Trash Florida provides high-quality same day junk removal services to homeowners, contractors, HOA Management, builders, FEMA and other government agencies. Verified Government Junk Removal Contractor DUNS: 033734440 CAGE Code: 7XTC9

XS Trash Florida has provided customers with exceptional services for ten years. Their team and trucks are strategically located in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach including North Miami, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Parkland, Pompano Beach and West Palm Beach for quick reliable service.

The most requested services that they provide is junk removal, trash hauling, junk pickup, furniture removal, appliance removal, warehouse clean-out, renovation junk removal, demolition debris hauling and foreclosure clean-out. They also offer full or self-service dumpster rental and bobcat excavation with a fully licensed operator.

"Big or Small We Trash It All" and "Same Day Junk Removal" are "Eco-friendly Recycling Services" are guaranteed by XS Trash Florida. Customers will receive affordable rates, speedy service, and flawless workmanship. Aiming for 100% customer satisfaction is a top priority at XS Trash Florida.

XS Trash Florida is a verified government junk removal contractor. The professional staff at XS Trash Florida works hard to exceed expectations and keeps customers coming back. Michael Jaward is the owner of XS Trash. 
For more information regarding this announcement contact Michael Jaward at 800-422-8040 or visit https://xstrashflorida.com to get more information.

About XS Trash Florida 
Michael Jaward is the owner of XS Trash Florida, which is a junk removal and trash removal company in Florida that provides customers in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.

Contact: 
Michael Jaward, owner 
XS Trash Florida 
800-422-8040 
https://xstrashflorida.com



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COLLEGE PARK, MD. (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

University of Maryland (UMD) researchers are leading a multi-institution team to support farmers by understanding antibiotic resistance on beef and dairy farms, the effects on the environment, and potential high temperature treatment options to mitigate these effects. To further serve the farming community, researchers are partnering with farmers through Extension activities to communicate the science behind antibiotic resistance, identifying current perceptions and concerns for their animals, farms, and the environment.

Stephanie Lansing, associate professor in Environmental Science & Technology, is the principal investigator for this innovative $1.2 million grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) due to her unique expertise as both an agricultural engineer and Extension educator across Maryland. The multi-faceted project will have four major components: examining the fate of antibiotics on beef and dairy farms, assessing mitigation strategies for antimicrobial resistance, gathering information on current perceptions about antibiotics and resistance, and developing a communication strategy to discuss best management strategies and research findings with the farming and food processing community, focusing on how farm viability, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship intersect.

UMD, Cornell University, and researchers at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) across the Northeast and Maryland will be examining the fate of antibiotics in dairy farms, while the University of Nebraska researchers and Extension associates and Lincoln USDA-ARS partners will be focusing on the perspective of beef cattle ranching. Lansing will use her expertise to help assess new high-temperature manure treatment techniques and their effectiveness in mitigating antimicrobial resistance in dairy manure by comparing to high-temperature wastewater treatment digesters at DC WATER. University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) will conduct social science research into perceptions around antimicrobial resistance, with Extension faculty from all institutions helping to identify key stakeholders to best serve farmers and food processors. Finally, Ithaca College will be designing and producing communication materials for a non-agricultural target audience, with a unique focus on outreach and Extension.

USDA-ARS will be assisting with detecting antibiotics in laboratory and quantifying antimicrobial resistant genes and bacteria, while DC WATER will be providing use of their pilot thermal hydrolysis anaerobic digestion system, which breaks down sewage waste to produce methane gas, which is then converted into electric energy. This high-heat, high-pressure process has the potential to reduce antimicrobial resistance in the environment by putting manure and bedding waste material through high temperature treatment methods, while also producing sustainable energy. According to DC WATER, their current DC-based digester project reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 50,000 tons per year, equivalent to 100 million miles driven by conventional cars. This type of technology could be greatly beneficial in the agricultural industry for emission reductions, while reducing antimicrobial resistance in the environment.

Lansing explains, "With the thermal hydrolysis anaerobic digestion system currently being used by DC WATER we want to know: can we take more innovative techniques from municipal wastewater treatment and apply them to agriculture?"

This project combines environmental and agricultural sciences, agricultural engineering, microbiology, food safety, animal and environmental welfare, social science, and communications work with a major outreach effort to ensure that concerns are addressed and the research being conducted is clearly understood by those who will directly use it.

"So many aspects affect antimicrobial resistance," explains Lansing. "It is possible for bacteria to spontaneously develop resistance through gene transfer without even coming into contact with the antibiotic that it is resistant to. So, there can be cases where antimicrobial resistance is evident in a farm setting, yet, animals in that farm environment have not been exposed to that antibiotic. How do you convey that concept when there isn't always a direct link between what is being used and what is seen in the environment?"

Carol Jennings, Director of Park Media Lab at Ithaca College, oversees Park Productions, a student-staffed and award-winning media production company designed to give students professional experience in their field. She will be using the data collected on mitigation strategies and perceptions of antimicrobial resistance to develop a communications strategy and produce media products tailored to non-agricultural stakeholders.

"We are very excited to be a part of this project," says Jennings. "Close collaboration at those very early stages between research and communications is very unique, and that is something I have to give the Maryland team a lot of credit for. When communication is involved from the start, you not only know what questions to ask, but how to interpret the answers to make a much more effective product."

Park Productions will work closely with Extension specialists collaborating across the project to effectively assess and survey the population and ensure an effective communications strategy. At UMD, this work will be done in close concert with Assistant Professor Rohan Tikekar of Nutrition and Food Science, who will bring his expertise to the table as an Extension specialist working with food processors on food safety. He will help ensure that messaging will resonate with stakeholders in the food processing industry, particularly for food safety and sanitation practices that play a role in antimicrobial resistance.

"Involving stakeholders at both the farm and food processing level is different and important," says Tikekar. "Food processors are put under a lot of pressure and want to produce safe food for us, so they are very focused on killing bacteria. We want to be careful with our messaging to make sure we make the best recommendations, but to an audience that doesn't necessarily have a science background."

Extension is a key part of this research in every aspect, from reaching stakeholders and analyzing perceptions and misperceptions to developing appropriate messaging to communicate the science, best practices, and mitigation strategies. "Extension has been so successful historically because of that personal relationship with growers. That trust and personal connection is so important to being successful, so personal engagement is going to be essential for these stakeholders," says Tikekar.

"This isn't just innovation in a vacuum," says Lansing. "This is innovation that will be conveyed in a digestible format that addresses major misconceptions. This is truly holistic science, reaching out first and tailoring the science to stakeholders and their needs so they are involved from the beginning."

Lansing says this is a complex issue with a lot of nuance, and she is excited by the work. "There are new regulations for farmers, and the farming community understands and follows those regulations, but they also need to treat their sick animals just like anyone would treat their own sick pet. We want to find a balance between animal welfare and environmental stewardship, and we want to do this with the stakeholders involved to convey a complicated topic in a clear format that helps farmers while reducing potential resistance."

This work is supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Agriculture and Food Research Initiative project 2018-68003-27467.



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LAWRENCE, MASS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

Charm Sciences, Inc. is pleased to announce that the United States Department of Agriculture's Federal Grain Inspection Service (USDA-FGIS) has awarded a Certificate of Conformance for the ROSA WET-S5 Fumonisin Quantitative Test (FUMQ-WETS5). The Certificate of Conformance certifies that the test has met all of USDA-FGIS's design and performance standards and can be used for official inspection. The FUMQ-WETS5 test was first approved in 2016, and is reapproved for the detection of fumonisin in corn, corn germ meal, DDGS, oat groats, popcorn, sorghum, and wheat.

The FUMQ-WETS5 test uses Charm's Rapid One Step Assay (ROSA) lateral flow technology to deliver highly accurate results in five minutes. The easy-to-use ROSA technology is further enhanced by Charm Sciences' Water Extraction Technology (WET), which uses water as an extraction solvent, as opposed to ethanol or methanol, allowing negative tests to be discarded as regular waste.

"Charm is excited that FGIS reapproves FUMQ-WETS5 for the quantitative detection of fumonisin in grains," says Mark Tess, Ph.D., Mycotoxin Product Manager. "The reapproval of the test kit without changes exhibits the accuracy and precision covered by the technology and method."

All Charm ROSA mycotoxin tests are run on the versatile Charm EZ-M system, which further speeds up the testing process. The Charm EZ-M system allows incubation and analysis with the same equipment and is robust enough that tests can be run at the point of receiving. Charm ROSA mycotoxin tests are available for the detection of aflatoxin, DON (vomitoxin), fumonisin, ochratoxin, T-2/HT-2 toxins, and zearalenone.

About Charm Sciences, Inc. 
Established in 1978 in Greater Boston, Charm Sciences helps protect consumers, manufacturers, and global brands from a variety of issues through the development of food safety, water quality, and environmental diagnostic tests and equipment. Selling directly and through its network of distributors, Charm's products serve the dairy, feed and grain, food and beverage, water, healthcare, environmental, and industrial markets in more than 100 countries around the globe. https://www.charm.com

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PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2019

David G. Mandelbaum, co-chair of the Environmental Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will present at the 11th Annual Pennsylvania Bar Institute Oil & Gas Law Conference, August 7.

This conference brings together legal leaders in the oil and gas industry and focuses on the current trends, new technologies, and innovative strategies designed to address today's legal challenges in the energy field.

Mandelbaum will discuss implications for the oil and gas industry related to Executive orders, the rulemaking process, Army Corps guidance on compensatory mitigation, and movement in the federal landscape in his session, "Federal Regulatory Landscape."

Registration for this conference can be found here.

Recognized regularly for his environmental law work by Best Lawyers, Chambers USA, and The Legal 500, Mandelbaum's practice generally tends toward environmental litigation, as well as handling permit appeals involving assertions of constitutional violations. He has written and spoken on the Environmental Rights Amendment repeatedly. He served as vice-chair of the Pennsylvania Statewide Water Resources Committee and teaches "Superfund Litigation" and "Oil and Gas Law" in rotation at Temple Law School.

About Greenberg Traurig's Environmental Practice: Greenberg Traurig's Environmental Practice assists clients with issues under the environmental and natural resource laws that affect their businesses. The firm's environmental attorneys assist with securing permits and approvals; negotiating and closing transactions; defending clients in enforcement actions; handling a broad range of environmental and toxic tort litigation; ensuring the understanding and satisfaction of regulatory requirements; preparing for and respond to emergencies; crafting approaches for legacy cleanup issues; and developing solutions for product regulation, market access, and environmental policy challenges. Greenberg Traurig received a first-tier ranking in the "Environmental Law" and "Litigation — Environmental" categories in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2019 "Best Law Firms" report.

About Greenberg Traurig, LLP: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2,100 attorneys in 41 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law. 



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RICHFIELD, WIS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Delta T Systems Eco Series temperature control unit (TCU) utilizes a new pump design that creates 50% to 100% greater flow at the same pressure point on the pump curve, as compared to other current designs. This new pump's reduced energy consumption allows the Eco Series to be compliant with the Department of Energy's (DOE) 2020 Conservation Standards that will take mandatory effect as of January 2020.

The new Eco Series TCUs are available with pumps rated from ¾ hp to 3 hp and produce up to 130 GPM of output. The increase in pump output allows customers to select a lower horsepower motor for any given performance level, which will immediately lower their energy consumption by 20% to 50%.

The compact, black cabinetry of Eco Series TCUs combines analog pressure gauges and a digital display, along with a new two-tank design that allows for a maximum of 24kW of heating in the standard unit and 72kW in the upright unit. Water temperatures of up to 300°F are possible. Alternatively, the second tank can be used as a water-to-water heat exchanger for indirect cooling.

The introduction of the Eco series TCU establishes Delta T System as the leader of green technology and energy savings in the process temperature control industry. The Eco joins Delta T Systems' other energy efficient units such as their variable speed chillers and heater/chiller combo units.

Eco Series Safety Features: 

Bi-metal switch that prevents overheating

Circuit protection for the motor

High temperature pump seal

Dry run protection for the heater

Additional Eco Series Design Improvements:

Design improvements and material selections make the Eco Series temperature control units less susceptible to traditional maintenance problems, and easier to maintain. 

Industrial strength frame and cabinetry

Lift-off panels for easy access

IEC and UL compliant components

Compact heater design allows higher capacity in a smaller footprint

About Delta T Systems: Delta T Systems is an industry-leading manufacturer of temperature control units and process chillers based in Richfield, Wisconsin. With over 25 years of industry experience, and a team of knowledgeable engineers, Delta T Systems continues to bring cutting edge technology to market. Their insightful sales and support staff are available to assist with application questions, as well as standard and custom product specifications that ensure successful installation, operation, and maintenance.



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OAKWOOD, GA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

LADYBIRD Premium Chicken was developed for foodservice and cash and carry customers looking to capitalize on trending preferences in the consumer marketplace while sourcing a more tender chicken product. Humanely raised** on family farms, the all natural* line of fresh products are made from smaller, all-female chickens providing more consistent sizing and portion control. LADYBIRD chicken is aged on the bone before processing, optimizing flavor, retention of moisture, and most of all yielding better texture and tenderness.

Originally developed for a single Northeast customer, LADYBIRD products quickly became a regional favorite, and customer requests for larger orders prompted the company's decision to ramp up sales and production to meet anticipated demand. "We're market-driven and our customers are experts in their marketplace so we partnered to create a product we knew would get quick market penetration. Success told us there was a niche in the larger marketplace for LADYBIRD chicken," said Clint Rivers, President and CEO of Wayne Farms LLC.

Fresh product selections include: 99% fat free super-trimmed chicken breast fillets; boneless, skinless breast fillets with rib meat; clipped tenderloins; and whole and split wings. Distributors and retail customers interested in LADYBIRD products can visit waynefarms.com or contact a Wayne Farms sales representative. Customers looking for LADYBIRD products will find them in expanding markets in the Northeast, with West Coast and national market distribution on the near horizon.

*Minimally processed. No artificial ingredients. 
**Meets Wayne Farms animal welfare standards for assuring the highest level of commitment and integrity to the well-being of our chickens by providing quality nutrition, reliable shelter, stress-free environmental conditions, and support of natural behaviors.

About Wayne Farms LLC

Wayne Farms LLC is the seventh-largest vertically integrated poultry producer in the U.S. with annual sales exceeding $2 billion. A subsidiary of Continental Grain Company, Wayne Farms owns and operates 11 fresh and further-processed facilities throughout the Southeast, produces more than 2.6 billion pounds of poultry products each year, and employs more than 9,000 individuals. Producing products under the brand names of WAYNE FARMS fresh and prepared chicken; PLATINUM HARVEST premium fresh chicken; CHEF'S CRAFT gourmet chicken; NAKED TRUTH premium chicken; and LADYBIRD premium chicken, Wayne Farms has a well-known history of delivering exceptional poultry products to some of the largest industrial, institutional, and foodservice companies across America.



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RIVER FALLS, WIS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

The demand for plant-based foods has skyrocketed due to health, sustainability, and environmental concerns. One plant-based food in particular quickly entered the limelight – meat alternatives. Yet, to make these meat alternatives comparable to their animal-meat counterparts, product developers use a thermogelling and emulsifying ingredient such as methyl cellulose. This ingredient is highly synthetic. Having a stabilized gel emulsion with moisture control properties is critical for a meat-like texture and juiciness. Formulators heavily rely upon methyl cellulose to provide functional benefits that make plant-based meats convincing. However, there is now a cost-competitive clean label solution that contains Citri-Fi. This natural citrus fiber solution is an effective thermally gelling emulsion system for meat alternative products.

"We are excited to introduce the next generation of clean label vegan binders to the meat alternative market," says President and CEO, John Haen. "This is timely since consumers actively read food labels and demand natural ingredients! Because of this, we have received numerous requests from plant-based meat manufacturers for a clean label technology replacing methyl cellulose."

Methyl cellulose comes in multiple types and forms but provides meat alternatives two key functionalities; namely hot binding strength and emulsification. Citri-Fi natural citrus fiber forms stable emulsions at both hot and cold temperatures. When put together with natural hydrocolloids, the gelling and hot binding functionalities make the system complete. This allows products like burger patties to be cooked at a high temperature without falling apart. During the cooking process, water and fat release to simulate the texture and create a burst of juiciness and sizzle which is convincing to quasi-carnivores.

Citri-Fi natural citrus fiber is produced from byproduct of the juicing process. The clean and patented process opens up the fiber to provide high surface area. This surface area lends itself to high water holding, heat stability, and emulsification properties. In addition, the Citri-Fi system also allows formulators to lower the amount of saturated fats such as coconut or palm oil which improves the overall healthiness of their products.

Citri-Fi is non-GMO, allergen-free and gluten-free. In Europe, this natural citrus fiber has no E-number. Organic compliant Citri-Fi is available in the U.S. Citri-Fi can be labeled as citrus fiber, dried citrus pulp or citrus flour which resonate well in the clean label markets.

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About Fiberstar, Inc. 
Fiberstar, Inc. http://www.FiberstarIngredients.com is a privately held innovative biotechnology Company focused on enhancing food performance by manufacturing and marketing value-added, plant based food ingredients. Its largest brand, Citri-Fi, is a natural, highly functional citrus fiber sustainably produced. The physical patented process creates the high water holding and clean label emulsification properties. Citri-Fi is GRAS, non-allergenic, non-GMO, organic complaint and has no E-number. This natural fiber line benefits meat, dairy, bakery, dressings, sauces, frozen food, beverages, plant based foods and pet food through textural improvements, nutritional enhancements and/or cost savings. Headquartered in River Falls, Wisconsin with manufacturing in Florida and Wisconsin, Fiberstar sells products globally in over 65 countries.



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ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Conservation Visions is announcing a new partnership with North America's premier outdoor and conservation company Bass Pro Shops in support of the Wild Harvest Initiative, a research-based program designed to communicate the combined economic, social, and conservation value of recreational wild animal harvests in the United States and Canada. The program will address many questions such as: How many pounds of food are procured through hunting and angling? How much of this food is shared with family and friends? How much would it cost to replace this food, not just in dollars and cents, but ecologically? By exploring sustainable use of wildlife in the contexts of food security, human health and fitness, wildlife and habitat conservation, animal health and welfare, ecological and environmental concerns, and economic prosperity, the program will provide evidence of the wider benefits of wildlife and wild animal harvest to the public.

"The Wild Harvest Initiative is not a project, but a narrative changing program. It is not a finite intervention, but a relentless innovation. It does not seek to change society; it takes energy from society's culture of change." says Shane Mahoney, Conservation Visions' CEO and originator of the Wild Harvest Initiative. "We are delighted to welcome Johnny Morris, one of America's foremost conservation leaders, and Bass Pro Shops to our Partnership Alliance and look forward to doing great things together."

Guided by the visionary leadership of founder Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops works with leading conservation organizations to positively shape the future of the outdoors and all who love it for generations to come.

"We're extremely proud to support the Wild Harvest Initiative alliance and its efforts to educate on the positive impact of hunters and anglers," said Bass Pro Shops senior director of conservation Bob Ziehmer.



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FAIRFAX, VA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Lindsay Corporation's Riverview LLP project has been named the recipient of the 2019 Vanguard Award. The IA's Vanguard Award honors an innovative project in the irrigation industry executed by a team of individuals, companies, organizations or other group entities. Projects chosen for this award exemplify the IA's mission of promoting efficient irrigation.

Located near Willcox, Arizona, Riverview LLP's Coronado Farms operates 196 center pivots over more than 24,000 acres of irrigated farmland. After identifying a primary challenge to ensure the farm's long-term sustainability through water conservation, Riverview LLP partnered with Lindsay to construct a plan to meet this challenge.

"Efficient irrigation does not come easy," said IA CEO Deborah Hamlin, CAE, FASAE. "The best work is done through partnerships comprised of different experts and perspectives. We are happy to see the great leadership from the team at Lindsay result in the success of the Riverview LLP project."

The partners in this project included Riverview LLP, a Minnesota-based beef, dairy and crop production partnership; Lindsay Corporation; Lindsay dealer Whitewater Irrigation; Lindsay's water engineering division IRZ Engineering Consultants; and Watertronics. Through this partnership, a complete solution for the operation was developed, including the construction of a radio network, implementation of remote telemetry, and customization of a pumping system with variable frequency drives and dynamic demand control to reduce pumping costs for the agricultural operation.

"On behalf of everyone here at Lindsay, I'd like to thank the Irrigation Association for this recognition. We are excited that this project was named the winner of the IA's Vanguard Award," said Randy Wood, president of irrigation at Lindsay. "The success of this project could not have been possible without the long-standing commitment to water efficiency made by Riverview and Coronado Farms. We congratulate everyone involved in this project; it truly was a team effort."

The Vanguard Award will be presented to Lindsay and the team behind the Riverview LLP project during the general session of the Irrigation Show and Education Week in Las Vegas on Thursday, Dec. 5. More information about this and other IA awards and past recipients can be found at http://www.irrigation.org/awards.

About the Irrigation Association

The Irrigation Association is the leading membership organization for irrigation companies and professionals. The IA is committed to promoting efficient irrigation and to long-term sustainability of water resources for future generations. The IA works to improve industry proficiency, advocate sound water management and grow demand for water-efficient products and services. For more information, visit http://www.irrigation.org.



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NORCROSS, GA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Gama Sonic, an industry leader in providing environmentally friendly lighting options for customers and businesses worldwide, is releasing new solar panel technology that will benefit both residential and commercial clients.

TSP, or Translucent Solar Panel, is an industry-changing technology that embeds monocrystalline solar cells into the glass panes of the light fixture, using the largest surfaces to create solar panels. While most solar lights today are built with traditional square shaped monocrystalline solar panels, this old technology makes it very difficult to integrate solar panel into many light fixture designs. Gama Sonic created TSP to leverage the largest surface area of the exterior light - the glass panes – creating visually pleasing, large solar panels that will produce a true "dusk to dawn" and brighter light. This fluid technology unlocks new solar fixture configurations and allows for a modern appearance that can complete any landscape.

Itay Parness, Gama Sonic's general manager, expressed his delight in announcing this new technology to the public: "We are always looking for ways to integrate more solar panels into our light fixtures, and TSP technologies allowed us to do exactly that! By designing solar power lighting solutions that are both beautiful and effective, the lights we have created from this method are the best that you can find in the industry today."

The newest item available at Gama Sonic with the TSP technology is the Farmhouse Solar Wall Light, GS-130. You can view product information or purchase online.

About Gama Sonic

Gama Sonic is a world leader in both residential and commercial solar lighting solutions. Since their start in 2001, they have created patented, environmentally friendly methods for outdoor lighting. Even now, they are constantly researching the latest technologies, and are creating new, aesthetically pleasing solar power options.

Gama Sonic's products are distributed by well-known corporations such as Home Depot, Lowe's and Amazon. They also display and sell their products on their company website. To find out more about Gama Sonic and their solar powered lighting options, visit: https://gamasonic.com/ 



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PALO ALTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

ZolaBean launched on Kickstarter today, introducing a new line of stylish, comfortable, eco-friendly dresses made from recycled water bottles and coffee grounds. The dresses are ultra soft, yet durable, and designed for women who live incredibly busy lifestyles. Zolabean dresses will solve the common quandary many women face when choosing what to wear on days they're moving quickly from one thing to the next, as these dresses will move with them and simplify their routines from morning to night.

"I believe sustainable fashion can make a difference in our world. I also believe in practical dresses that you can wear everyday because life on the go is always busy. We need to look good, and be comfortable at the same time," said Cynthia Le, Founder of ZolaBean. "I realized that despite a closet full of clothes, I only wear a few items frequently because they're easy and comfortable. That's why I created ZolaBean, a line of clothing with that level of comfort, but also so stylish, you will want to wear it everyday."

Each ZolaBean dress has 10+ travel-friendly features, enabling it to work beautifully during each moment of a woman's day. Carrying around a purse or bag can often be bulky, uncomfortable and keep one from moving freely. ZolaBean dresses solve this by featuring side pockets with zippers to carry belongings and keep them from falling out. There are three styles of dresses: a wrap dress, Kelly dress and t-shirt dress. Each can be mixed and matched for year-round wear, as a versatile dress is a staple item of any woman's closet. ZolaBean's materials are wrinkle resistant and can be simply smoothed by hand or hung up for a quick fix, so there's no need to worry about the fuss of an iron or steamer.

Comprised of a four-way-stretch material, ZolaBean dresses combine the perfect mix of recycled fabric and spandex to allow for a stretch that keeps one moving no matter what the day entails. Lucky for women constantly on the move, the fabric is partly made from coffee grounds, which contain microscopic pores that reflect UV rays. This means the wearer's skin is protected from the sun through a natural and chemical-free shield. The fabric is also lightweight and fast drying, moving moisture away from the skin three times faster than cotton.

ZolaBean is offered in three colors: red, navy and light blue. It is currently available for pre-order on Kickstarter for $95, or 35% off the retail price. For more information about the campaign, or to place a pre-order, visit http://pr.go2.fund/zolabean.

About ZolaBean: 
Founder of ZolaBean, Cynthia Le, believes in the impact that sustainable fabrics can make on the world today and in the future. She sees the need for easy, comfortable, yet stylish dresses that women everywhere can wear no matter what their busy schedules bring. She knows when a woman feels prepared and comfortable, yet stylish, she will be more confident in her day-to-day life. So she has set out to design just that, for those who are constantly on the move but want to look put together at all times. To learn more, visit https://zolabean.com/.



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DENVER (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Shelton Capital Management announced that the Shelton International Select Equity Fund (SISEX, SISLX) received a Morningstar Rating of 5 stars among 614 foreign large blend funds, based on risk-adjusted returns as of July 31, 2019.

The International Select Equity Fund (SISEX) outperformed its benchmark by 11.01% generating a cumulative total return of 34.22% against the benchmark's 23.21% (10.31% v. 7.19% annualized), for the three-year period ended July 31, 2019.

The Fund seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing, under normal market conditions in a portfolio of 30-50 stocks using a proprietary process focusing on identifying companies that generate superior and consistent internal returns on capital in order to create shareholder value. The Fund typically invests primarily in mid-to-large cap foreign equity securities. Additional information about the Fund is available in the Fund's prospectus available at http://www.sheltoncap.com.

Andrew Manton, Portfolio Manager of the Fund, said, "We are pleased that our high conviction portfolio and corporate lifecycle approach to stock evaluation has led to this level of performance. With an investment universe that has over 3,000 companies, international investors need a methodology that takes advantage of modern-day efficiencies to help find those companies that are worthy of investment. By focusing on a company's economic returns and its reinvestment rate, we believe our lifecycle methodology enables us to make more accurate assumptions about the future generation of cash flows—the basis for a company's stock price."

Performance as of June 30, 2019: 
Institutional (SISEX): (2Q) 3.55%; (YTD) 16.27%; (1YR) 0.31%; (Since Inception 7/18/19) 11.24%

Investor (SISLX): (2Q) 3.51%; (YTD)16.15%; (1YR) 0.11%; (Since Inception 7/18/19) 10.98%

MSCI ACWI Ex USA: (2Q) 2.98%; (YTD)13.60%; (1YR) 2.65%; (Since Inception 7/18/19) 8.40%

All performance figures reflect an expense reimbursement. Without the expense reimbursement, the performance figures would be lower. Performance figures represent past performance and are not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and the principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost; current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. For more current month-end Fund performance information, please call our office at (800) 955-9988.

About Shelton Capital Management 
Shelton Capital Management is a multi-strategy asset manager delivering sophisticated investment solutions and acts as a co-fiduciary on employer-sponsored retirement plans as a 3(38) advisor. Founded in 1985, Shelton Capital Management has maintained consistent investment principles and a steadfast focus on authentic customer service. With offices in San Francisco, Denver and Greenwich, CT, Shelton Capital Management manages over $2 billion of assets as of March 17, 2019. For additional information, please visit us at http://sheltoncap.com or call (800) 955-9988.

Important Information 
The Shelton International Select Equity Fund is distributed by RFS Partners, a member of FINRA and affiliate of Shelton Capital Management.

2019 Morningstar, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The information contained herein is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers. It may not be copied or distributed and is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

The Morningstar Rating for funds, or "star rating", is calculated for managed products (including mutual funds, variable annuity and variable life subaccounts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, and separate accounts) with at least a three-year history. Exchange-traded funds and open-ended mutual funds are considered a single population for comparative purposes. It is calculated based on a Morningstar Risk- Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a managed product's monthly excess performance, placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars, the next 22.5% receive 4 stars, the next 35% receive 3 stars, the next 22.5% receive 2 stars, and the bottom 10% receive 1 star. The Overall Morningstar Rating for a managed product is derived from a weighted average of the performance figures associated with its three-, five-, and 10-year (if applicable) Morningstar Rating metrics. The weights are: 100% three-year rating for 36-59 months of total returns, 60% five-year rating/40% three-year rating for 60-119 months of total returns, and 50% 10-year rating/30% five-year rating/20% three-year rating for 120 or more months of total returns. While the 10-year overall star rating formula seems to give the most weight to the 10-year period, the most recent three-year period actually has the greatest impact because it is included in all three rating periods. Shelton International Select Equity Fund was rated against the following number of foreign large blend category funds over the following time periods: 5 stars for the 3-year period out of 614 funds, ending 7/31/19.

Investments Are Not FDIC Insured or Bank Guaranteed and May Lose Value 
It is possible to lose money by investing in the Fund. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Investors should consider a Fund's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information about the fund. To obtain a prospectus, visit http://www.sheltoncap.com or call (800) 955-9988. A prospectus should be read carefully before investing.



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EDWARDSVILLE, ILL. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has granted $1-million to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville for the launch of a community project that will engage middle and early high school students in environmental citizen science.

The three-year grant supports the project, entitled "A Youth-Led Citizen Science Network for Community Environmental Assessment." Collaborative partners presenting the authentic science experiences are the SIUE Center for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Research, Education and Outreach, the SIUE College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Environmental Sciences and the Madison County Housing Authority.

"We're excited and grateful that the NSF sees the value in this project, and its potential for supporting youth in STEM," said principal investigator (PI) Georgia Bracey, PhD, SIUE STEM Center research assistant professor.

The project's ultimate goal is to empower more students to see themselves as scientists, ultimately generating a more diverse and inclusive STEM workforce.

"In order to pursue a STEM career path, students must be able to visualize themselves working in that career," Bracey continued. "However, many students, especially those in underserved communities, don't identify with STEM or with being a scientist. Citizen science, or the participation of the general public in scientific research, has the potential to offer meaningful and relevant STEM experiences for youth, developing and strengthening their science identity as they engage in authentic science. A stronger science identity increases the likelihood of pursuing a science career."

Bracey's co-PIs include SIUE STEM Center Director and Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences Sharon Locke, PhD, Ben Greenfield, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences, and Adriana Martinez, PhD, assistant professor in the Departments of Environmental Sciences and Geography.

Working with SIUE faculty and local educators, students will design and conduct research in their communities, and then share their experiences and their results with the public through an innovative community dialogue format: Citizen Science Cafés.

"Participants will use a variety of hi-tech sensors and drones to collect and analyze soil, air, noise and landscape data from their surroundings," Bracey explained. "During Citizen Science Cafés, students will present their scientific research and lead community members in hands-on citizen science, under the direction of Drs. Greenfield and Martinez and their graduate students. This will allow them to reach an additional 300 community members, including those families living in the subsidized housing developments targeted for this project. After testing and refinement, the project team will disseminate the Citizen Science Café model through the NSF-funded Teen Science Café Network, extending project impacts to a national audience."

"This grant offers a great opportunity to strengthen the University's mission and our Department's commitment to equity and diversity," added Nicholas Guehlstorf, PhD, chair of the SIUE Department of Environmental Sciences. "Three departmental faculty, Drs. Greenfield, Locke and Martinez, will participate in this strategic, NSF-funded plan to change individual lives and transform the collective identity, character and politics of future science employment. This innovative and evidence-based project will engage currently disadvantaged communities and youth with science learning and mentoring, which is an investment in a necessary environmental justice campaign to broaden American education opportunities."

According to Bracey, the project supports the NSF's vision of "advancing knowledge in STEM Learning and Learning Environments, Broadening Participation in STEM and STEM Workforce Development." It also aligns with several of NSF's 10 Big Ideas by focusing on humans and technology, and by examining how these experiences transform STEM education and career pathways in order to broaden participation in STEM.

Additionally, Bracey notes the project's alignment with the vision outlined in the recent federal STEM education strategic plan, which envisions "a future where all Americans have lifelong access to high-quality STEM education" and involves pursuing three goals, including building strong foundations for STEM literacy, increasing diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM, and preparing the STEM workforce for the future."

Planning, program development and the hiring of educators and graduate assistants for SIUE's youth-led citizen science network project are underway, with the student program slated to begin in fall 2019 and run through spring 2022. Students will get an introduction to citizen science and use sensors to monitor human impact in four environmental content areas, including air, noise, soil and the natural and built environment. Citizen Science Cafés will launch in fall 2020 and run through spring 2022.

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Center for STEM Research, Education and Outreach comprises an independent group of researchers and educators, innovating ways to engage students and the public in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Within the SIUE Graduate School, the Center brings together research faculty, graduate students and practitioners to conduct education research. The Center contributes educational expertise to SIUE undergraduate classes and provides professional development for K-12 teachers. The Center boasts a significant library of equipment and resources, which are available for loan at no cost to campus and regional instructors. For more information, visit https://www.siue.edu/stem/ or contact STEM Center Director Sharon Locke at (618) 650-3065 or stemcenter(at)siue(dot)edu.



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ESCONDIDO, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

With renewable energy expected to be the fastest growing source of U.S. electricity generation for at least the next two years, local solar and home battery provider Baker Electric Home Energy continues to contribute to the country's energy mix. Baker has once again been recognized by Solar Power World magazine for its growing solar and home battery business. The company installed 15,111.6 kilowatts of solar in 2018, making it the #3 Residential Rooftop Contactor in California and achieving a national overall rank of 80 out of 415 solar companies on the magazine's 2019 Top Solar Contractors list.

The Top Solar Contractors list is developed by Solar Power World to recognize the work completed by solar contractors across the United States. Produced annually, the Top Solar Contractors list celebrates the achievements of U.S. solar developers, subcontractors and installers within the utility, commercial and residential markets, and ranks contractors by kilowatts installed in the previous year.

Baker Electric Home Energy president Mike Teresso said, "We're very excited that our company's growth has been recognized once again by Solar Power World. Baker's success is a direct result of our commitment to superior quality, technology innovation and exceptional customer service. We're now the #1 local residential solar provider in our San Diego County service area and have recently surpassed the milestone of 10,000 residential solar systems installed."

"Solar Power World enjoys assembling the Top Solar Contractors list each year, and our 2019 edition features hundreds of companies making big impacts in local energy markets," said Kelly Pickerel, editor in chief of Solar Power World. "Solar power is becoming competitive with traditional electricity sources in more markets, and cities and states are demanding more renewable energy options. It's a great time to be a solar installer, and we're happy to highlight the best installation companies in the country on our list."

The U.S. solar market is expected to see 14% growth in 2019, with over 12 GW of new solar power added to the grid this year — enough to power 2.28 million average American homes. This increase in installations is attributed to strong residential solar interest and a rush to get projects in before the 30% federal investment tax credit steps down to 26% next year.

The emerging energy storage market will also influence solar installations going forward. In markets that encourage grid service applications like time-of-use (TOU) shifting, self-consumption and backup power, battery systems paired with solar arrays are attractive options for home and business owners looking to save costs. Solar Power World included the first Solar+Storage Installer sub list in the 2019 Top Solar Contractors edition in recognition of solar installers' early efforts at coupling the two technologies for customers. In the list of the top 50, Baker Electric Home Energy ranked #15 nationwide.

Ian Lochore, VP and General Manager of Baker's Solar and Home Battery business commented, "We're excited to be at the forefront of San Diego's growing home battery market. This game-changing technology allows homeowners to optimize and manage their solar power – a perfect complement for any residential energy producer."

About Baker Electric Home Energy 
Built on 80 years of electrical contracting expertise, San Diego-based Baker Electric Home Energy has provided home energy solutions to more than 10,000 customers throughout Southern California. Known for exemplary customer service and business ethics, Baker Home Energy designs, engineers and installs solar power systems and home batteries for residences across Southern California. Additionally, the company provides full heating and air conditioning services and smart home solutions.

The company is a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating and has been the winner or finalist of the BBB Torch Award for Ethics in the 100-499 employee category four consecutive years (2014 - 2018). In addition, Baker has received the 2017 BBB's coveted International Torch Award in 2017. Baker has also been ranked by the San Diego Business Journal as its No. 31 Fastest-Growing Private Company and has earned Angie's List Super Service Award four times (2013–2016).

About Solar Power World 
Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development and technology. Since 2011, SPW has helped U.S. solar contractors — including installers, developers and EPCs in all markets — grow their businesses and do their jobs better.

Media Contacts 
Baker Electric Home Energy             
Kathi McCalligan 
760-546-6031 
kmccalligan(at)bakerhomeenergy(dot)com

Solar Power World 
Kelly Pickerel, editor in chief 
216-860-5259 
kpickerel(at)wtwhmedia(dot)com



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ALEXANDRIA, VA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

NPG researcher Edwin S. Rubenstein has authored a new forum paper, titled The UN Species Extinction Report: Is it Science, or Something Else? Published by Negative Population Growth, Inc., this forum paper explores the findings of the UN Species Extinction Report and delivers some valuable insight as to its correlation to population growth. Rubenstein begins his paper with a sobering statement summarizing the UN report: "One million plant and animal species are now at risk of extinction, endangering ecosystems that people all over the world need for survival. This stark conclusion is from the most exhaustive report ever published on the decline in biodiversity around the world." From this jumping off point, Rubenstein dives into the details, coming up with more questions than answers.

He asks: "What does the one million extinctions figure mean? Is it a gross figure, the number of species that are at risk of extinction, or is it a net figure – species threatened by extinction less the number of new species expected to appear over the same period?" Rubenstein also questions the algorithm and facts used to determine these numbers, saying, "Extinction scenarios are only as valid as the computer models used to generate them."

After discussing patterns of species that are extinct and of some that have survived, Rubenstein surmises: "If climate change were the only problem a lot of species could probably move and adapt. But when populations are already small and becoming less diverse, and habitats are shrinking, a problem becomes a deadly crisis."

He is quick to point at the obvious culprit, stating: "Since homo sapiens burst onto the scene (about 120,000 years ago) our growing population has presented a problem for countless other organisms. Our assault on biodiversity began in pre-history when we were still hunter-gatherers, accelerated in the agricultural revolution, and exploded with the industrial revolution and the ensuing population boom." He further clarifies his position, saying, "Biodiversity loss is occurring because one species – homo sapiens – is infringing on the natural habitats available to the roughly 8 million non-human species."

Rubenstein goes on to say: "Globally, small, remote animal populations have suffered the largest percentage biodiversity losses. Fewer and fewer local varieties of domesticated plants and animals are being cultivated, raised, and traded around the world despite efforts by indigenous peoples to maintain their unique animal and plant populations."

He concludes by stating: "Global population is projected to grow to anywhere between 8 billion and 11 billion by the middle of the century, with much of it expected to take place in sub-Saharan Africa and other tropical regions where species diversity is highest. Slowing population growth in those places is the most efficient way of slowing global biodiversity loss."

NPG President Donald Mann commended Ed Rubenstein by saying: "Ed's attention to detail is evident in his search to better understand our loss of biodiversity and what that means for the planet. Simply put, if we do not find a way to work together to slow, halt, and eventually reverse population growth, we will continue to negatively affect biodiversity, to the detriment of all. We must work together to combat the devastating effects of population growth."

Founded in 1972, NPG is a national nonprofit membership organization dedicated to educating the American public and political leaders regarding the damaging effects of population growth. We believe that our nation is already vastly overpopulated in terms of the long-range carrying capacity of its resources and environment. NPG advocates the adoption of its Proposed National Population Policy, with the goal of eventually stabilizing U.S. population at a sustainable level – far lower than today's. We do not simply identify the problems – we propose solutions. For more information, visit our website at http://www.npg.org, follow us on Facebook @NegativePopulationGrowth or follow us on Twitter @npg_org.



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COLLEGE PARK, MD. (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Led by Chris Anderson, senior agent and 4-H youth development specialist at UME, the "Healthy Animals, Healthy YOUth" Zoonoses Education Project for Youth in Agriculture focuses on introducing people to safe animal handling, proper hygiene, and how to limit the transfer of pathogens between humans and animals.

"While the project was developed for students in 4-H and FFA, we emphasized the YOU in youth in hopes that adults — everyone — would be able to see themselves in it," said Anderson. The UME Zoonoses Education team is partnering with the Maryland Department of Health, the Maryland Department of Agriculture, and West Virginia University to complete the various facets.

Those facets, funded by a $50,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, will include the creation of new materials and activities, and builds upon existing resources, to incorporate zoonosis education into 4-H and FFA experiences.

"We're trying to show how important zoonosis is, how it fits into the big picture of human, animal and environmental health," said Anderson, who grew up in 4-H, and spent 20 years with the University of Illinois Extension working with 4-H before coming to Maryland.

The full scope of the zoonosis education project is comprised of several components including an update to the state 4-H Animal Husbandry and Quality Assurance Training Program (AH&QA), a requirement for youth who will care for and show farm animals at fairs and expositions throughout the year, as well as an activity kit comprised of lesson plans and hands-on learning exercises and instruction for various age groups to learn about zoonosis.

"We're taking some of the main talking points from the zoonosis education content and updating our online animal husbandry and quality assurance training program," Anderson said. "We're talking to them about how they identify specific zoonosis diseases that are common to beef, swine, poultry, and other livestock we raise in Maryland."

The new AH&QA updates are already available to students in agricultural programs such as 4-H and FFA, and the lessons build on each component as the students age up, building out their knowledge not only of disease transmission and prevention, but also increasing their species-specific knowledge.

In addition to programming updates, the project not only helps students to understand the various ways pathogens can be transported through direct and indirect contact, but also gives them a toolkit for prevention of transmission.

"A big element to break down in disease transmission is handwashing," said Anderson. "We spend a lot of time emphasizing the proper procedure and more importantly, helping them understand that it is important."

Handwashing is just one part of a biosecurity protocol on a farm or at a fair, but it is an important one, said Anderson, who is also working with his team to develop safety education materials, as well as videos, that will demonstrate topics ranging from biosecurity protocols and proper handling and care of animals, to the proper use of personal protective equipment, as a part of this project.

The zoonoses education activity kits have been distributed to educators in each county throughout Maryland and W. Virginia. "We see this as a beginning and we will continue taking the opportunity to get in front of youth that this would influence," said Anderson. "It's awareness and educating our youth — that's what this is all about."



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MIDLAND, TEXAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

West Texas Dumpsters has opened its third location in Kermit, TX to better serve the waste management needs of the Permian Basin. "Kermit, TX is strategically located along the 302 corridor which gives us better access to Orla, Mentone and Southeast New Mexico. The basin is exploding and with increased traffic we are going to be able to cut down windshield time and improve our overall service level," -said a spokesperson from the company. West Texas Dumpsters is the premiere provider of roll off dumpsters, portable toilets, portable sanitation services, contaminated soil hauling and waste management consulting. The company plans to be more price competitive on locations that would previously require more truck time and man hours.

West Texas Dumpsters has a Preferred Status in PEC Safety and an A rating in ISNetworld. All drivers are full time employees and an in house Safety Officer ensures the highest level of safety and compliance training for all employees.

West Texas Dumpsters maintains a 30 plus new fleet of custom spec trucks, robust enough to handle the harsh driving conditions in the basin.

West Texas Dumpsters offers services to the Oil & Gas, Power, Wind, Solar and civil construction industries. In addition to waste management services they offer a turn-key solution for managed site services. This includes everything from ice machines to full office trailers.

West Texas Dumpsters is a permitted Texas Rail Road Commission Waste Hauler (Permit # 6199) and fully upholds all compliance regulations pertaining to debris hauling and disposal.



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DELANO, MINN. (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Landscape Structures Inc., a Delano, Minn.-based commercial playground equipment manufacturer, has announced that they are once again accepting applications for their annual Parks and Recreation State Speaker Scholarship program. The 2019-2020 program will support the appearances of keynote speakers at state parks and recreation associations' annual or regional conferences.

State associations that are chosen will receive a scholarship of $2,500 to support conference speakers whose messages are focused on topics related to play, environmental stewardship or other professional development topics. Scholarship applications are being accepted now through June 30, 2020.

Since the scholarship program's inception in 2009, Landscape Structures has awarded more than 240 scholarships to state associations and more than $600,000 to support the appearances of speakers at park and recreation conferences throughout the nation.

"We are proud to continue our support of state parks and recreation associations through this scholarship program," said Lynn Pinoniemi, director of marketing at Landscape Structures. "We are grateful for the work that these associations and their members are doing to bring together people for play and recreation. They are truly helping shape the lives of everyone in their communities."

To complete an application for Landscape Structures' 2019-2020 State Association Speaker Scholarship, visit playlsi.com/speaker-scholarship/.

Since 1971, Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support and empathy through play. We push the limits—of design, inclusion, play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.



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MOSHI, TANZANIA (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Five years ago, Anne Lorimor of Paradise Valley, Arizona climbed Kilimanjaro to become the oldest woman to summit at age 85.

However, that record was overtaken just a few months later by Russian Angela Vorobeva who climbed the mountaint at age 86.

Then in 2017, the world record for the oldest person to climb Kilimanjaro was broken by Dr. Fred Distelhorst, who was 88 years old.

Not to be outdone, on the morning of July 18, 2019, Lorimor re-claimed her title as the oldest woman and also became the oldest person to climb Kilimanjaro by successfully reaching Uhuru Peak, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa and also the tallest free standing mountain in the world. The mountain stands 19,341 feet above sea level.

Climbing Kilimanjaro does not require technical mountaineering skills, but does require excellent physical fitness and mental strength. People who are successful in reaching the top must be conditioned to hike on steep terrain and in inclement weather for extended periods of time.

There are several established routes which typically require between five and nine days round trip. Lorimor climbed Kilimanjaro on the remote and beautiful Rongai route, which her guide service Ultimate Kilimanjaro describes as a "moderately difficult route" in "true wilderness."

The biggest obstacle when climbing Kilimanjaro is the extreme altitude. At high elevation, there is less oxygen in the atmosphere which can lead to altitude sickness if the body fails to adapt. Serious cases of altitude sickness can be fatal.

Due to this, many safety precautions were put in place to prevent, detect and treat altitude sickness. Lorimor's guides, who are certified Wilderness First Responders, carried bottled oxygen and a portable stretcher in case of emergency.

Lorimor's record-setting feat did not come without its challenges.

"There was a point when I really was concerned because I fell before I started up the mountain," said Lorimor. "I had great pain in my side, and I couldn't take deep breaths."

The mountain crew conducted daily health evaluations which included measuring heart rate and oxygen saturation levels to ensure Lorimor was strong and healthy. She passed with flying colors each day until they neared the summit.

Elibahati Mamuya, lead guide for Ultimate Kilimanjaro, recounted the situation. "She was quite strong on the climb. But at one point she had lower rib pain and was breathing heavily," Mamuya said. "We were watching carefully."

However, after taking some rest Lorimor felt better and her breathing improved. Her grit and determination got her to the top.

The final leg of the climb was an arduous 5,000 ft. elevation gain that took her 12 long hours to complete. Lorimor's positive, can-do attitude was noticed by everyone around her.

Mamuya said, "Anne knew from the very first day that she would make it to the summit. She is a very special person and it made me happy to be with her on her journey. I was very impressed."

Lorimor hopes that her achievement will help to inspire others. Her personal mission is to give back to underserved children and youth.

As a child, Lorimor grew up very poor during the Great Depression. Her and her nine siblings were homeless for a time and lived in a tent. She was able to attend boarding school because a generous teacher saw potential in her and paid her tuition.

With the intent of paying it forward, Lorimor created a non-profit organization called Creating Exciting Futures (https://www.creatingexcitingfutures.org) to empower and benefit at-risk youth.

"I show kids their options and give them the tools to grow and lead productive lives," she said.

ABOUT ULTIMATE KILIMANJARO

Ultimate Kilimanjaro is the #1 guide service on Mount Kilimanjaro. With more than a decade of experience, Ultimate Kilimanjaro has a proven expertise leading over 150 climbs per year with more than 1,000 adventurers annually.

Visit https://ultimatekilimanjaro.com for more information on climbing Kilimanjaro.



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COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) AUGUST 06, 2019

Huntington Bank has been named Sage GoodTogether Technology Donor of the Year for its support of community nonprofits. The company's donation of over 300 devices, including 115 refurbished Apple iPads, to organizations in need has improved the lives of many in central Ohio and across the nation. Huntington was presented with the award on July 31st at the Idea Foundry in Columbus.

Sage Sustainable Electronics presents its GoodTogether Technology Donor of the Year award to one company nationally that creates transformative social impact through a gift of refurbished technology. According to Sage President Jill Vaské, in addition to the significant environmental benefit of reusing technology, the GoodTogether program creates a community benefit for those in need.

"Huntington is more than a customer to us – they are a partner in our mission. They exemplify the good a company can do through proper IT Asset Management, both for the environment and the wider community," Vaské said.

Corporations can choose many paths for their retired technology. Huntington chose donation, to give back to the community. "On behalf of Huntington, we were honored to support this donation," said Donna Kuproski, SVP of Infrastructure Services at Huntington. "Technology that once served our customers will now serve our community in a meaningful way thanks to our partnership with Sage."

Sage supported the donation by providing data security, refurbishing, and distribution services. Organizations receiving devices include YMCA of Central Ohio, St. Stephen's House, Gateway to Technology, Cuyahoga Municipal Housing Authority, Connected Nation, Chicago Hope Academy, the 14th St Community Center, and Choices.

"Huntington continues to find ways to leverage their assets to benefit the communities where they have customers and where their employees work and live," said Todd Tuney, Chief Development and External Relations Officer at YMCA of Central Ohio. "Huntington's donation of iPads for families in the Linden community is all about access and connection, as well as education and job opportunities. We are grateful for the partnership with Huntington Bank in our efforts to close the digital divide in our communities and strengthen families through digital access."

About Huntington Bank 
Huntington is a full-service banking provider primarily operating across an eight-state banking franchise of Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Founded in 1866 as The Huntington National Bank, today Huntington Bancshares Incorporated still operates from the same Columbus, Ohio founding location in the heart of the Midwest. Our "Welcome" philosophy centers around deep relationship-building capabilities to best meet each customer's specific needs.

About Sage Sustainable Electronics 
Sage's mission is to make the world more sustainable by extending the life of electronics. Sage provides IT lifecycle services to businesses large and small, helping them reduce data security risks and operational costs, and increase asset value. Through strategic asset management programs for technology redeployment, donation, resale, lease return, employee purchase, and recycling, Sage creates organization-wide benefits for businesses nationwide. The Sage GoodTogether Program supports Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) efforts by redirecting a portion of enterprise surplus technology to benefit low and moderate income recipients of the customer's choice. Sage GoodTogether has been recognized as one means for banks to meet their Community Reinvestment Act obligations. For more information, call 844-4SAGESE or visit sageSE.com, SageGoodTogether.com, and shop.sageSE.com.



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DALLAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

The Dallas Chapter of the United Nations Association of the USA, a national membership organization, devoted to strengthening the U.S.- UN relationship through public education and advocacy, announced its 2019 UN Day Global Leadership Award recipients. This year's extraordinary group, who through their body of work, have advanced the UN Sustainable Development Goals, promoting gender and economic equality, immigration reform, quality education, humanitarianism, democracy, and much more. UNA-USA Dallas will honor its recipients at the annual UN Day Global Leadership Awards Dinner on October 24th, at the Irving Arts Center.

2019 UN Day Global Leadership Award Honorees

Mary Anne Alhadeff 
President and Chief Executive Officer, KERA 
Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

David J. Tesmer, MPA 
Senior Vice President of Community Engagement 
and Advocacy, Texas Health Resources 
Goal 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing)

Daron Babcock 
Executive Director, Bonton Farms 
Goal 2 (Zero Hunger)

Commissioner Roy Charles Brooks 
Precinct One, Tarrant County, Texas 
Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)

Jay Veal, M.Ed 
CEO, It's Not Complicated Tutoring, LLC. 
Goal 4 (Quality Education)

Trammell S. Crow 
Founder, Earth X 
Goal 13 (Climate Action)

Dr. Michael J. Sorrell 
President, Paul Quinn College 
Goal 1 (No Poverty)

Jennifer Sanders 
Executive Director, Dallas Innovation Alliance 
Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)

Lumbie Mlambo 
Founder, JB Dondolo Inc. 
Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)

City of Dallas 
Office of Environmental Quality & Sustainability 
Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)

Almas Muscatwalla 
Director, Thanksgiving Square Foundation 
Eleanor Roosevelt Lifetime Achievement Award

The UN Day Global Leadership Awards Dinner is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together community leaders, educators, legislators, Faith & nonprofit organizations, and attendees to engage on global affairs, civil and social justice, human rights, and much more.

The 2019 UN Day keynote speaker is Neera Tanden, President and CEO of the Center for American Progress (CAP). Before joining CAP, Neera served as a key member of the health reform team of former President Barack Obama, where she helped to develop and pass the Affordable Care Act. She also managed all domestic policy initiatives during Obama's first presidential campaign and has served in several leadership roles for former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

TICKETS: Individual tickets, tables and information on sponsorship opportunities are now available at 
https://www.dallas-una.org/globalleadershipawards.

About UNA-USA: The United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA) is a membership organization dedicated to informing, inspiring, and mobilizing the American people to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations. For 70 years, UNA-USA has worked to accomplish its mission through its national network of Chapters, youth engagement, advocacy efforts, education programs, and public events. UNA-USA is a program of the United Nations Foundation. UNA-USA and its sister organization the Better World Campaign represent the single largest network of advocates and supporters of the United Nations in the world.

About the United Nations Foundation: The United Nations Foundation builds public-private partnerships to address the world's most pressing problems and broadens support for the United Nations through advocacy and public outreach. Through innovative campaigns and initiatives, the Foundation connects people, ideas, and resources to help the UN solve global problems. The Foundation was created in 1998 as a U.S. public charity by entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner and now is supported by philanthropic, corporate, government, and individual donors. Learn more at: http://www.unfoundation.org

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SPRINGFIELD, MO. (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Bryan University Launches New Training Programs Focusing on Solar and Sustainable Energy

Responding to national interest in sustainable energy and projected growth in employment for the solar energy industry, Bryan University is now offering two solar training programs nationwide. The Solar Energy Technician diploma and Solar-Sustainable Energy Specialist associate of applied science degree are now program offerings in the university's School of Trades.

"We were initially encouraged by the results of our own viability study related to the need for this training and the national growth expected." said Michael Sowers, Executive Director of Bryan University's online division. "That was really brought to life by working with our employer advisory committee, many of whom are at the leading edge of technology and energy projects throughout the country."

In addition to employer guidance, the programs were developed to prepare graduates for certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. Both programs are preparing students for design, construction, and maintenance of solar energy equipment. Additionally, based on direct employer input, courses in sales, marketing, and project management were added to provide training for the business side of this growing industry. Both programs also require students to conduct a 135-hour externship in the field. "We really made every effort to serve the needs of our employers and position our graduates to realize personal and professional success," said Sowers. The programs can be completed 100% online. "Frankly, we have been offering online courses since 2006 and the advent of some incredible learning technologies mean we can reach students on their time and in their homes."

Interested parties can visit the institution's website at http://www.bryanu.edu for more information.

Media Contact 
Scott Haar 
417-862-5700 
Shaar@bryanu.edu

About Bryan University

Founded in 1982, Bryan University has a tradition and mission of serving both employers and students in fields such as allied health, business, information technology, health and wellness, and criminal justice. With degrees ranging from associate to bachelor to MBA, Bryan University provides a pathway to learning and enhanced career skills for the entry-level employee and the professional seeking career advancement. Bryan University has been delivering online education since 2006 and is an educational partner with leading national certifying bodies such as American Medical Technologists, American Council on Exercise, and Comp TIA. For more information about the programs offered at Bryan University or important d



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MIDLAND, TEXAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Agriculture company Encore Green Environmental announces its partnership with Cody Wilson Farms in Midkiff, Texas with a new solution to the challenge of what to do with vast amounts of oilfield by-product water. The announcement is made in Midland, Texas, at the Permian Basin 2019 conference hosted by the Produced Water Society.

"We brought our Conservation By-Design methodology to Cody and he right away saw how it would work with his desire to combine a traditional farm with a solar farm to increase conservation and revenue," says Marvin Nash, General Manager of Encore Green Environmental.

The Permian Basin is oil rich and has even been called, 'The New Saudi Arabia' because of its vast oil yet to be drilled. However, out of the oil wells comes 3 to 6 barrels of by-product/produced water for every 1 barrel of oil. This volume of water is a challenge in all oil producing areas, but the extreme amounts of by-product water in the Permian has brought it to crisis proportions.

Traditionally, this water is disposed of through an injection well. However, the dwindling number of wells, regulatory reluctance to create more, the environmental outcry of 'disposing' of this unprocessed/uncleaned water, combined with projected trillions of gallons of such water has created a need for a new solution.

Encore Green Environmental has the only agricultural oriented solution. The Conservation By-Design patent-pending method processes that water in proximity to the well and land applies it, creating vegetation growth, soil health, and carbon capture. This serves the oil industry, the farmers and ranchers, the environmentalists, and most importantly, it serves the arid land of the West because this water is not 'disposed of,' but put to good use.

"By taking what Encore Green Environmental has been doing and adding in the solar farm component, this project becomes a way for a farmer like me to genuinely set up the next generation for success. This farm has been in my family since my great-grandfather established it. Without a new, innovative solution, my generation will be the last one. We farmers have lost mineral rights, we have lost land rights. I needed to discover a way to make this farm viable for my own son," says Cody Wilson.

Conservation By-Design is agronomy-centric and begins by testing the soil on the land near the oil well. The water is then tested to determine its makeup to match the soil's 'DNA' for optimal vegetation growth. The water is processed there, close to the well, so no trucking is needed. Once the water matches the soil's needs, it is applied to the land. This re-purposes water that is typically tossed away.

By adding a new source of water onto arid lands, agricultural and conservation goals can be met, as well as creating a new path for farmers and ranchers everywhere.

To learn more about Conservation By-Design visit http://www.encoregreenenvironmental.com/cbd.

Encore Green Environmental is an agricultural company committed to stewarding the lands of the arid west by utilizing their Conservation By-Design method to clean oilfield and other industrial by-product water and then applying it on the ground for agriculture, conservation, aquifer protection, and carbon sequestration.

Contact: Jeff Holder 
Communications Director 
818.470.0285 
Jeff.Holder@EncoreGreenEnvironmental.com



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SOLON, OHIO (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Locus Agricultural Solutions (Locus AG) reports record levels of carbon sequestered in land treated with a breakthrough line of soil amendments (soil "probiotics"), including Rhizolizer , which is pulling up to 121% more carbon into the soil than non-treated plots within a year—the largest impact any approach has offered to date. Results from the treatment of almonds, cherries, turf/sod, grapes and citrus across the U.S., as well as impressive preliminary growth data from hardwood reforestation, show a dramatic increase in soil carbon sequestration as well as vastly improved plant productivity. The new data, verified by multiple third parties, comes ahead of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report release this week stressing the importance of addressing agricultural land in the fight against climate change.

Rhizolizer, which has already been proven to consistently increase yields across over 25 crops by as much as 43%, is now also being recognized as one of the most highly effective solutions to addressing the climate emergency—with treated land sequestering an additional 3.3-8.6 metric tons of CO2 equivalents per acre in just the first year. The rapidly scalable product works by enhancing the soil microbiome, maximizing root growth and foliar canopy, improving nutrient uptake and ultimately supercharging photosynthesis—the plant's natural ability to pull carbon out of the atmosphere. Rapid adoption has led to treatments on more than 40,000 acres—potentially offsetting the carbon emissions of an estimated 40,000 cars or 18.6 million gallons of gasoline annually.

"Global discussions and reports, such as the IPCC being released this week, are confirming the direct connection between land use and global warming—making it crucial that we implement better soil health and agricultural management practices that can offer an immediate impact," said Paul Zorner, CEO of Locus AG. "The unparalleled capability of our 'probiotics' to increase soil carbon deposition meets the imminent industry and global need for sustainable management tools that are highly effective yet profitable, across all growing methods."

While many techniques are being introduced to mitigate carbon emissions, few options exist with the ability to remove CO2 from the atmosphere at the scale that agricultural soils offer. Locus AG's organic soil "probiotics" are the first to both substantially improve crop productivity while reducing atmospheric carbon, positioning the company as a true pioneer in advancing solutions to climate change.

For more information on Locus AG's technology, results from the soil "probiotic" treatments or the company's ongoing carbon research, visit LocusAG.com.

About Locus Agricultural Solutions 
Locus Agricultural Solutions (Locus AG) provides growers with science-based solutions that address challenges to agricultural productivity and sustainability from the ground up—while improving user profits. The company's current treatment program utilizes patented fermentation technology to produce fresh agricultural microbes ("probiotics") that are delivered rapidly to growers via a unique cold-chain process for maximum efficacy. Ongoing treatments result in improved plant resilience and vigor, higher productivity, more soil carbon deposition and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Locus AG leverages its core scientific capabilities from its parent organization, Locus Fermentation Solutions (Locus FS), an Ohio-based green technology company. For more information, visit LocusAG.com.



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MIAMI, OKLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Fernand. Gabrielle. Humberto. They're all on their way. Now that August is here, the 2019 Hurricane Season activity is kicking into high gear. Experts at Scepter remind homeowners to be prepared by storing enough containers of fresh fuel and water to get them through the next few months.

"Up until now it's been a fairly mild hurricane season, but that could change very quickly," says Daniel Marshall, vice president of marketing and business development with Scepter. "Traditionally August is the month when hurricane activity picks up. That's why it's critical for people to take precautionary steps to make sure their homes are ready for potential severe weather."

According to The Weather Channel, the most intense U.S. hurricane landfalls all occur between mid-August and early September. They align it to a timeframe in August as a "switch that's flipped" when hurricanes become more active.

Marshall recommends homeowners acquire both Scepter SmartControl fuel containers for fuel readiness and durable water containers for water needs.

Smart Planning = SmartControl

Having gasoline on hand during a power outage after a storm can help fuel generators and much-needed chain saws and other gas-powered equipment. Crafted with a unique push spout, the rugged SmartControl containers are designed for fast fills without spills.

"People should not wait until a storm is forecast for their immediate area to prepare," says Marshall. "We've all seen the TV footage of stores running out of supplies. Getting a step ahead of the game by purchasing containers right now is critical for people living from Maine down to Florida and over to Texas."

Available in one-, two- and five-gallon sizes, the SmartControl line includes containers for gasoline, diesel and kerosene. The innovative spout design makes it easy to fuel equipment without losing a single drop. The clean, fast, hassle-free pour helps save gas for where it's needed by eliminating messy spills. The user-controlled flow valve with its flame mitigation device (FMD) makes it effortless and safe to direct the amount of fuel being dispensed. Homeowners can store SmartControl containers with the spouts on, so hands always stay clean.

Smart Advice: Store Water

To help homeowners prepare for a storm, Scepter also offers a five-gallon BPA-free water container. Filling these with water prior to a storm assures homeowners of clean, fresh water for their own use, plus for their pets.

"Having several five-gallon water containers filled in advance of bad weather is a smart move," says Marshall. "Homeowners can avoid the purchase of single-use water bottles that are costly at the time of purchase and hurt the environment in the long-run. Durable, reusable Scepter water containers are a reliable way to have large quantities of water available for home use.

"In advance of severe weather, whether it's a hurricane or a blizzard, it's always smart to have both fuel and water containers filled up at your home and business. This comes in handy when it's difficult to navigate roadways and services are down."

Constructed of durable high-density polyethylene, all Scepter fuel and water containers are North American made and designed to perform, regardless of the conditions.

Recognized by This Old House magazine as a "Top 20 Best New Product of 2019" in the Lawn & Garden category, SmartControl containers are also the recipient of the "Best in Class" Award at the 2018 National Hardware Show. Constructed in the U.S.A. of durable and safe high-density polyethylene, SmartControl containers can be found throughout the U.S. in The Home Depot, Walmart, Lowe's, AutoZone, Pep Boys, Target and Northern Tool + Equipment stores. Visit http://www.scepter.com for more information.



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DAYTON, OHIO (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Woolpert is deploying engineers, architects, project managers, and related professional and technical services personnel to aid in recovery efforts under a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract (PA TAC) IV. These professionals are evaluating and assessing damage and needed repairs to public infrastructure after federally declared natural disasters or emergencies.

Woolpert FEMA Team Leader Natasha Hartley said additional civil engineers, project managers and site inspectors are needed, along with associated subdisciplines. The contract addresses a 17-state region, which includes Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana.

"These services are crucial to evaluating the structural integrity of the roads, bridges, airports and buildings hardest hit by disaster," Hartley said. "That's why we hire these positions as regular, full-time employees with full benefits, rather than contractors, and why we cover all expenses while they are deployed. We protect them, so they can protect those most in need."

Serco Inc.—a professional, technology and management services provider—is the prime contractor on this five-year, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity FEMA contract, signed in 2018.

For more information, visit the Woolpert website.

About Woolpert 
Woolpert is committed to a vision to become the premier architecture, engineering and geospatial (AEG) firm, and one of the best companies in the country. It's a vision we've been fine-tuning for decades. It guides our decisions and investments, provides our clients with optimal solutions, and offers our employees unrivaled opportunities. Woolpert is recognized as a Great Place to Work by its employees and is America's fastest growing AEG firm. With more than a century of experience, close to 1,000 employees and 30 offices, Woolpert supports public, private, federal, and military clients nationally and around the globe. For more information, visit woolpert.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.



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DECATUR, ILL. (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

The Economic Development Corporation of Decatur and Macon County (EDC) joins leaders from Mueller Water Products, Inc. ("Mueller" - NYSE: MWA) to announce the company's plans to build a new, state-of-the-art foundry in Decatur.

The foundry, planned for 2700 N. Jasper Street, will be one of the largest state-of-the-art, finished goods brass foundries in the world. The new facility will increase production capacity to meet current and future demands of Mueller customers and the industry.

"Mueller is committed to continuing to build and strengthen our American manufacturing footprint," said Scott Hall, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mueller. "Mueller has been in Decatur since the very beginning, and we are proud of the products that are built by our employees there. The new Decatur foundry is part of a multi-year project that will modernize our facility and provide operational efficiencies that will directly benefit our customers, employees and the local community. We look forward to continued work with the EDC and the city of Decatur."

"We greatly appreciate Mueller for selecting Decatur for this exciting project," says Ryan McCrady, president of the Economic Development Corporation of Decatur and Macon County. "Mueller has been a community partner since its founding in 1857, and their nearly 600 employees are a true representation of our community's dedicated and high-quality workforce. This new foundry not only retains jobs in our community but will create jobs throughout the construction phase in Decatur and Macon County. The foundry will be the first of its kind to be built in the United States in generations."

Up to 250 employees will work at the facility. Construction of the new facility is expected to begin in Fall 2019.

"We applaud Mueller for making this investment in the Decatur community," said Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe, City of Decatur. "This is another great example of growing our economy through our established business base, and we are thankful that Mueller chose Decatur for this new foundry."

About the Economic Development Corporation of Decatur and Macon County 
The Economic Development Corporation of Decatur & Macon County (EDC) is a nonprofit public-private partnership responsible for non-retail business attraction, expansion and retention efforts in Decatur & Macon County. Composed of a combination of leading private sector employers, labor, educational institutions and a variety of governmental bodies, the EDC is uniquely positioned to address the needs of Macon County's existing business and employer base along with prospective businesses looking to locate in and around the Decatur, Illinois area. The EDC works with local, state and federal partners to provide economic, technical and training assistance to businesses in the Macon County area.

About Mueller Water Products 
Mueller Water Products, Inc. (NYSE: MWA) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure. Visit us at http://www.muellerwaterproducts.com.

Mueller refers to one or more of Mueller Water Products, Inc. a Delaware corporation ("MWP"), and its subsidiaries. MWP and each of its subsidiaries are legally separate and independent entities when providing products and services. MWP does not provide products or services to third parties. MWP and each of its subsidiaries are liable only for their own acts and omissions and not those of each other. MWP brands include Mueller, Echologics, Hydro Gate, Hydro-Guard, HYMAX, Jones, Krausz, Mi.Net, Milliken, Pratt, Singer, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant. Please see muellerwp.com/brands and krauszusa.com to learn more.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Scientists from nine marine conservation, exploration and research organizations today announced the completion of a successful three-week research and media mission to study bluntnose sixgill sharks and oceanic whitetip sharks in protected and unprotected waters of the Wider Caribbean. Mission scientists successfully placed satellite tags on both shark species, marking the first time a bluntnose sixgill shark has ever been tagged at depth in its natural habitat. This and other results of the mission will provide scientists with critical data necessary to protect the ocean's apex predators throughout their lifecycle. Science and conservation partners in the mission included OceanX, Cape Eleuthera Institute (CEI), Florida State University, Florida Museum of Natural History, Florida International University (FIU), New England Aquarium, University of North Florida, Microwave Telemetry and the Haiti Ocean Project (HOP). Photo & video assets from the mission are available for download at http://bit.ly/OXMOneBigWave [Credit: OceanX / One Big Wave].

"Our mission successfully tagged the bluntnose sixgill and oceanic whitetip sharks, and the critical data from these tags will enable us to better understand these sharks and inform the protections necessary to ensure their survival and repopulation," said Vincent Pieribone, Vice Chairman, OceanX. "We're thrilled to have partnered with the local scientists and conservation groups in the Caribbean working to protect endangered shark species and support their efforts with our exploration and research capabilities."

The mission aboard OceanX's research vessel Alucia, from June 25th through July 17th, is a partnership between OceanX, Bloomberg Philanthropies' Vibrant Oceans Initiative, the Moore Bahamas Foundation, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), to create "One Big Wave" of global ocean exploration and protection.

"The success of this mission is due in large part to incredible cross-sectoral coordination among business leaders, philanthropists, marine biologists, ocean conservationists, and others," said Antha Williams, Head of Environmental Programs at Bloomberg Philanthropies. "In light of the growing challenge of climate change – and its inextricable connection to our oceans – missions like these are critical to understanding how we can best protect marine ecosystems and the people that depend on them. Through the work of OceanX, we're seeing the immense and undeniable benefits of cross-sectoral partnerships, and we are proud to partner in this work."

In 1993, the Bahamas banned commercial longlining of sharks, and in 2011 it built on this critical conservation effort with a ban of shark fishing and trade in shark products throughout all 630,000 square kilometers of Bahamian waters. Establishing this Bahamian Shark Sanctuary was a milestone that firmly positioned the country as a world leader in shark conservation, research and tourism, benefitting multiple shark species, including the bluntnose sixgill and oceanic whitetip.

The bluntnose sixgill, a large, deep-sea predator, has never before been studied entirely in its natural habitat. Until now, research on these animals has only occurred when they have been captured and pulled to the surface, where subsequent behavior patterns are altered post-captivity. OceanX's deep-sea submersibles allowed scientists on this mission to plunge 520 meters into the deep waters of the Exuma Sound and successfully attach a satellite tag to the bluntnose sixgill shark at depth for the first time ever. The tracking device will allow scientists to study the movement patterns and natural behavior of this shark species and shed light on the impact of accidental capture on its lifecycle. It also will provide crucial information about the movement of these animals in the coming months that will inform national and international management plans for deep-sea species. This expedition's successful tagging of a deep-sea animal at depth marks a significant leap in technological innovation, as deep-sea ecologists will now have the ability to better understand the least known parts of our oceans and the creatures that inhabit them.

"Deep-sea sharks like the bluntnose sixgill are among the least studied vertebrates in the world, yet are increasingly captured in commercial fisheries. Understanding what happens to these animals after capture and release is vital if we hope to conserve their populations, but to do that we need to have an understanding of their natural behavior in their natural environment," said Dr. Edward Brooks, Chief Executive Officer, Cape Eleuthera Institute. "After finally achieving success, we're hopeful that this mission and the methods that we've developed will pave the way for the future study of deep-sea sharks and their behaviors at-depth."

Oceanic whitetips (OWTs) are critically endangered due to overfishing, and the Bahamas Shark Sanctuary is one of the last places in the world to find them in any appreciable numbers. Scientists on the mission successfully tagged 11 OWTs, and collected 100+ samples of environmental DNA for biodiversity analyses. They also collected 150+ tissue and blood samples for hormonal, electrolyte and stable isotope analyses to assess health levels of the species. Data from the tracking devices and the laboratory analyses based on field collection will ultimately uncover new knowledge about OWTs and connect this research to a wider effort in the tropical western Atlantic to protect this species throughout its lifecycle.

In addition to OWTs, scientists successfully placed satellite tags on two silky sharks, a CITES Appendix II species that has experienced dramatic global declines, enabling the first long-term tracking study of this species in the Atlantic.

This groundbreaking mission has reaffirmed the urgency of scientific investigation into shark conservation, especially understanding the dynamics of OWT populations and their movements from protected waters in the Bahamas to unprotected and overfished waters of Haiti. It also underscored the need for future international collaborations on shark research between Haiti, the Bahamas and the United States.

"Sharks are legally protected in the waters of the Bahamas, but that alone won't safeguard the survival of severely depleted, and highly migratory species such as oceanic whitetip sharks as they leave these safe waters to feed, grow and reproduce," said Luke Warwick, Associate Director, Sharks and Rays Program, Wildlife Conservation Society. "With research from this mission, we will work with local groups and fishers on the ground in Haiti, and use that science to reduce the number of juvenile sharks being killed in fisheries – an approach WCS uses to protect sharks and rays globally."

"The OceanX research mission provides us with a unique opportunity to build upon years of shark research in the Bahamas and drive conservation outcomes more broadly," said Trevor Bacon, Marine Program Manager, The Moore Bahamas Foundation. "In the coming months our hope is to identify critical geographies for oceanic whitetips in all life stages, in the effort to protect one of the ocean's most threatened and iconic species. The key will be leveraging this data to increase official and local community support for improved education, effective protection and sustainable fisheries management."

"Our Haitian waters are home to the future generations of the oceanic whitetip shark, and it's our responsibility to do what we can to protect and safeguard these important and valuable sharks," said Jamie Aquino, President/Founder, Haiti Ocean Project. "Building upon our grassroots efforts to work with local fishermen and youth with regards to shark education, we realize it will take a bigger effort including additional research and management practices, as well as more organizations involved, to truly help us save this species. The OceanX research expedition was a major step in that direction, and we are excited about what the future holds now for our juvenile oceanic white tip shark population!"

For media inquiries regarding the mission, contact Kaitlin Stewart Hollander at kaitlin@thetascgroup.com. Photo & video assets from the mission are available for download at http://bit.ly/OXMOneBigWave [Credit: OceanX / One Big Wave].

About OceanX 
OceanX is a mission to explore the ocean and bring it back to the world through captivating media. Uniting leading media, science and philanthropy partners, OceanX utilizes next-generation technology, fearless science, compelling storytelling and immersive experiences to educate, inspire and connect the world with the ocean and build a global community deeply engaged with understanding, enjoying and protecting our oceans. OceanX is an initiative of Dalio Philanthropies, which furthers the diverse philanthropic interests of Dalio family members. For more information, visit http://www.oceanx.org and follow OceanX on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Wildlife Conservation Society 
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. To achieve our mission, WCS, based at the Bronx Zoo, harnesses the power of its Global Conservation Program in nearly 60 nations and in all the world's oceans and its five wildlife parks in New York City, visited by 4 million people annually. WCS combines its expertise in the field, zoos, and aquarium to achieve its conservation mission. Visit: newsroom.wcs.org. Follow: @WCSNewsroom. For more information: +1 (347) 840-1242.

About The Moore Bahamas Foundation 
The Moore Bahamas Foundation (MBF), the Bahamas affiliate of The Moore Charitable Foundation, founded by Louis Bacon in 1992, supports organizations committed to protecting marine resources and advancing marine conservation. Working with partners including Oceans 5, Shark Conservation Fund and The Bahamas National Trust, our focus includes establishing and managing marine protected areas, and advancing conservation policy and protections for sharks, conch, coral and other critically threatened marine species.

About Bloomberg Philanthropies' Vibrant Oceans Initiative: 
As climate change increasingly threatens key ocean ecosystems, Bloomberg Philanthropies' Vibrant Oceans Initiative is working around the world to advance evidence-based conservation practices and implement data-driven policies to protect our oceans and the 3 billion people that depend on them. Launched in 2014, Bloomberg's Vibrant Oceans Initiative currently operates with partners Rare, Oceana, Global Fishing Watch, and the Wildlife Conservation Society in 10 countries that are top fishing nations – Australia, the Bahamas, Chile, Fiji, French Polynesia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Tanzania, Peru and the United States – to win science-based policies, protect priority coral reefs least vulnerable to climate change, and increase transparency through the adoption of national fishing data platforms.

About Cape Eleuthera Institute 
The Cape Eleuthera Institute (CEI) is a world-class research and education facility that works to enhance conservation initiatives and economic prosperity at local, regional, and global scales through research, education, and outreach. CEI was founded in 2006 to administer The Island School's research program with study areas related to tropical ecology, marine biology, and sustainability. Its innovative campus models "green" technologies that promote energy independence and systems that transform waste into resources including the largest solar array in the Bahamas as well as the nation's first Bio-Digester. CEI also hosts visiting educational programs and field courses for students from Pre-K to PhD. Through collaboration and partnerships with university scientists, conservation organizations, NGO's and government officials, CEI contributes to national dialogue and policy-making efforts. CEI communicates research in order to inform marine and terrestrial resource management policies and encourage sustainable development initiatives in the Bahamas and similar coastal communities around the world.

About Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution 
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is a private, non-profit organization on Cape Cod, Mass., dedicated to marine research, engineering, and higher education. Established in 1930 on a recommendation from the National Academy of Sciences, its primary mission is to understand the ocean and its interaction with the Earth as a whole, and to communicate a basic understanding of the ocean's role in the changing global environment. For more information, please visit http://www.whoi.edu.

About Haiti Ocean Project 
Haiti Ocean Project is non-profit marine conservation organization based in the small fishing village of Petite Riviere de Nippes, focused on educating youth, fishermen and their Haitian communities about their marine environment. Established in 2007, the primary mission is to protect local marine mammal, shark, sea turtle and stingray populations through marine education, community awareness, marine research public policy and ecotourism.



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TULSA, OKLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Waterfield Energy, a leading provider of advanced oil and gas software, has added a Dallas-based energy company to their growing list of Upstream ERP customers. The client operates over 1,000 wells in Colorado, Kansas, Utah, and Texas, and has extensive non-operated interests in North Dakota and Oklahoma.

"The competitive technology in the Upstream ERP space is 20, 30, even 40 years old," explains Pete Waldroop, CEO of Waterfield Energy, "We utilize technology to change the way our clients do business. The performance of the application is so fast, often clients find it hard to believe until they've experienced it. I'm quite pleased the market is really starting to recognize what we can do to help them."

The client is known for their principles, environmental practices, and integrity – making for a great partnership with Waterfield Energy.

"We are excited another upstream company has chosen Waterfield Energy as their growth platform," adds Eric Haig, Director of Business Development.

Modules Purchased: 
Upstream ERP 

Revenue Accounting

Division Order

AFE

JIB

Fixed Assets with UOP

Purchasing

Materials Inventory

Financial Accounting

Land / GIS

Waterfield Energy is the latest and most advanced solution in oil and gas accounting, operations and scheduling software. The company's cloud-based fully-integrated software suite provides the best end-to-end solution in the market. Processing speeds 150 times faster than the next leading solution lead to huge gains in user time savings and operational efficiencies. Waterfield consistently exceeds expectations while setting performance benchmarks for the industry. Learn more at https://waterfieldenergysoftware.com/.

Upstream Products 
Full Upstream ERP | Land Management | Field Operations | Production Operations and more 
https://waterfieldenergysoftware.com/



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SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

New archaeological discoveries in Belize highlight the impacts of immigration and climate change on the ancient Americas, according to The Lodge at Chaa Creek.

Brion Young, manager of Chaa Creek's Belize Natural History Centre, said the recent discoveries of some of humankind's earliest tools have relevance to these two contemporary issues.

"We were interested to hear about the recent discovery of these ancient tools in Belize, and then were fascinated to read the archaeologists' reports linking those tools to early immigration and climate change.

"When you study ancient history, it sometimes feels like a case of 'the more things change, the more they stay the same,'" Mr. Young said.

He was referring to recent media attention on a University of New Mexico (UNM) archaeological dig in Belize's Bladen Nature Reserve after researchers unearthed some of the earliest stone tools ever used in southern Mesoamerica.

For example, a 22 July, 2019 article in the online Science Daily, described "waves of immigrants" coming from North America after the ice age some 13,000 years ago, bringing tool technologies that the earliest Belizean settlers used to adapt to a changing environment.

The September 2019 issue of Popular Archaeology also ran the story with the lead paragraph explaining that, "From the perspective of Central and South America, the peopling of the New World was a complex process lasting thousands of years and involving multiple waves of Pleistocene and early Holocene period immigrants entering into the Neotropics".

Keith Prufer, a UNM Department of Anthropology professor, and lead author of the Bladen dig report, said, "This is an area of research for which we have very poor data regarding early humans, though this UNM-led project is expanding our knowledge of human behavior and relationships between people in North, Central and South America."

Mr. Young said the discovery of the tools at the Bladen Nature Reserve dig - a collaboration between the University of New Mexico, Belize's Ya'axche Conservation Trust and local Maya communities, shows what can be accomplished when overseas and local groups work together, and contributes to our understanding of the development of the vast ancient Maya civilization that flourished in Belize and the region.

"Tools helped ancient people evolve from hunter-gatherers to developing farming and other hallmarks of civilization. Here at Chaa Creek's Belize Natural History Centre we're continually learning more about the development of the ancient Maya civilization and their amazing advances in mathematics, astronomy, science and medicine.

"An early civilization that developed a written language, papermaking, and vast libraries in these remote rainforests didn't just spring up out of nowhere.

"And this is another intriguing piece of the fascinating Maya puzzle," he said.

As Professor Prufer explained, more work is needed "to better understand how knowledge and technologies were shared, and will contribute to our understanding of processes that eventually led to the development of agriculture and sedentary communities."

Mr. Young added that such discoveries also drive interest in cultural tourism, an area of travel Chaa Creek particularly promotes with tours of ancient Maya temples, cities, ceremonial caves and other archaeological sites. Village visits, specially focused all-inclusive Belize vacation packages, and onsite attractions such as the Belize Natural History Centre's exhibits, cultural cooking classes at the new Open Hearth representational kitchen, and other activities offered within the eco-resort's 400-acre private nature reserve explore cultures and make history come alive for visitors.

It's all part of a commitment to sustainable tourism and responsible travel, he said.

"If visitors can enjoy all the things that make for a great vacation – comfortable accommodations, great food, luxurious amenities and enjoyable activities, and learn something interesting at the same time, travel becomes that much more satisfying.

"Also, with new technologies such as LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create accurate models of features hidden under dense forest canopies, archaeology in Belize is becoming more and more exciting for everyone, from professional researchers to amateurs and tourists.

"And with so much of our country still unexplored, who knows what else is waiting to be discovered within the vast tracts of protected wilderness and under the Caribbean seas," Mr. Young said.

The Lodge at Chaa Creek is a multi-award winning eco resort set within a 400-acre private nature reserve along the banks of the Macal River in Belize. It was recognized by National Geographic with first place honors at the 2017 World Legacy Awards held in Berlin.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) AUGUST 07, 2019

Plouton Mining, which will be the largest solar-powered mining operation in North America, announces title sponsorship of Canada's largest blockchain event, the Futurist Conference. Founder and CEO, Ramak J. Sedigh will also be giving a fireside chat, sharing with the audience Plouton's mission to create a sustainable infrastructure within the bitcoin mining landscape. The talk will take place on Wednesday, August 14 at about 4:30 PM just before Brock Pierce's keynote address.

This partnership with Futurist aligns with Plouton's latest achievement of raising over a million dollars to date.

Ramak J. Sedigh, CEO of Plouton Mining, said " We are excited to announce our partnership with Futurist 19 in the form of Title Sponsorship. The conference's focus on the future of technology aligns with our mission of providing people with an opportunity to invest in the growing bitcoin economy and to become a shareholder in an ESG project that's sustainable and affordable with long term structure. We look forward to sharing our plans to build the largest solar-powered bitcoin mining operation in North America with Canada's tech community. "

"We are so excited to partner with Plouton Mining as a title sponsor and official host of the Plouton Mining Cabana Closing Party on August 14th. Plouton Mining's aims to revolutionize bitcoin mining aligns with this year's conference theme of using sustainable thinking and technology to create a better future. It's projects like Plouton that will take us all into the next prosperous decade," said Tracy Leparulo, CEO of Untraceable - Organizer of the Futurist Conference.

For more information, visit Plouton Mining's newly launched website.

For media inquiries, please contact Kili Wall at (310) 260-7901 or Kili@MelrosePR.com.

About Plouton Mining 
Plouton Mining will be North America's largest solar-powered bitcoin mining facility. Based in Western Mojave, CA, Plouton Mining will implement new, sustainable mining practices that will allow the industry to continue to scale and grow. Instead of relying on "cheap electricity" that will increase in price over time and become unsustainable, Plouton Mining leads the next generation of bitcoin miners by harnessing the power of sustainable energy. Plouton Mining will set the standard for future mining operations by establishing a green, scalable, and sustainable mining solution that will benefit investors, the environment, and local utility companies.



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DUBAI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES AND CHENNAI, INDIA (PRWEB) AUGUST 08, 2019

Averda, the leading international environmental services provider, is to integrate processes for its 15,000+ employees across countries in the Middle East and Africa, to support its strategy for streamlined, sustainable growth and gold-standard employee relations.

The Company has chosen Ramco Systems' Time & Attendance (T&A) solution to roll out across the Congo, Gabon, Morocco, South Africa, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE, with its modules for scheduling, absence and leave management, compliance and self-service. Ramco will also automate Averda's time and attendance processes, enabling Averda to scale its international growth in step with workforce capabilities, safety and security.

Mazen Chebaklo, Averda's Chief Growth and Operations Officer, commenting on the decision to adopt Ramco Systems' T&A solution, said: "The development of an integrated Time & Attendance solution by Ramco means we can continue to scale our business steadily and in line with what has been a fast and exponential growth rate over recent years. We now have a single system that enables us to manage all employee requirements, from attendance monitoring to on-time salary payments, which is good for the company and great for employees."

Averda has seen growth across it markets in recent years, with major contracts being awarded in Morocco and Oman, and activity ramping up in target Asian markets. The immediate adoption of Ramco's cutting-edge T&A solution, called 'RamcoGEEK!', will boost Averda's ability to scale up in these new markets whilst seamlessly tracking and tallying attendance information, providing for real-time productivity analysis at multiple locations. The solution also benefits from security features, including: Age Detection, Liveness Detection, and Breath Analysers to estimate Blood Alcohol Content, which are critical for a business with a large driver workforce.

Virender Aggarwal, CEO of Ramco Systems commented: "Organisations today are rethinking the employee experience. By enabling a truly seamless integration with existing systems and by automating time management processes, we are saving staff hours hitherto wasted on workforce management operations."

"The technologies will allow Averda to capture employee information, introduce biometric devices, Near Face Communication based phones, and facial recognition to achieve greater transparency and unbeatable access security."

About AVERDA 
For over 35 years, averda has been a global provider of integrated waste management services. Averda's extensive service portfolio helps address a broad range of environmental needs, including cleaning and collecting, recovering and recycling, and diverting and disposing of all forms of solid and liquid waste for all industries. Averda's numerous successful partnerships with both private and public sector organizations help preserve pedestrian, residential, commercial and industrial areas, has seen Averda become the largest service provider of its kind. With more than 14,000 employees serving millions of people every day, Averda has an extensive network covering Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Morocco, Republic of Congo, Gabon, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.

For further information, contact: 
Achilleas Georgiou 
T +44 207 581700 M +44 7876 244345

About Ramco Systems 
Ramco is a next-gen enterprise software player disrupting the market with its multi-tenant cloud and mobile-based enterprise software in HR and Global Payroll, ERP and M&E MRO for Aviation. Part of the USD 1 billion Ramco Group, Ramco Systems focuses on Innovation and Culture to differentiate itself in the marketplace. On Innovation front, Ramco has been focusing on moving towards Active ERP leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and Event Driven Architecture by building features such as Talk It - which allows transactions to be carried out by simple voice commands, Bot it – which allows users to complete transaction using natural conversations; Mail It – transact with the application by just sending an email; HUB It - a one screen does it all concept built to address all activities of a user; Thumb It – mobility where the system presents users with option to choose rather than type values and Prompt It – a cognitive ability which will let the system complete the transaction and prompts the user for approval.

With 1900+ employees spread across 24 offices, globally, Ramco follows a flat and open culture where employees are encouraged to share knowledge and grow. No Hierarchies, Cabin-less Offices, Respect work and not titles, among others are what makes the team say, Thank God it's Monday!

Only APAC vendor to be positioned in Gartner Magic Quadrant for ERP, Cloud Financials, Cloud HCM and EAM; 
Leader in NelsonHall's NEAT Matrix for Next Gen Payroll Services; 
Winner Global Payroll Transformation Project of the Year – 2019 by Global Payroll Association; 
Winner of 2018 ISG Paragon Awards Australia, for 'Best Imagination' Award

For more information, please visit http://www.ramco.com/payroll 
Follow Ramco on Twitter @ramcosystems / @ramcohcm and stay tuned to http://blogs.ramco.com

For further information, contact: 
Vinitha Ramani 
+91 44 6653 4204 
vinitharamani(at)ramco.com



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SPOKANE, WASH. (PRWEB) AUGUST 08, 2019

Earlier this month, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) posted several new documents to their compliance guidance web page. The documents, which align with NERC's Compliance Guidance Policy, provide examples and recommendations on how reasonable assurance with the compliance of specific NERC Reliability Requirements may be achieved. A new addition to the library is a proposed compliance implementation guidance document from the NERC operating Committee on Real-time Assessment Analysis Quality. The document provides compliance guidance to Reliability Coordinators and Transmission Operators on the practices and processes that could be used to assess the quality of Real-time Assessment (RTA) analyses, as implied in Requirement R2 of NERC Reliability Standard IRO-018-1(i) and Requirement R3 of TOP-010-1(i). Chapter 3 within the document begins with several recommendations provided to Registered Entities on Energy Management System tools and their displays that can be used to demonstrate how analysis quality can be evaluated. A later section within the chapter identifies recommended actions to be taken by Registered Entities to correct poor execution quality with analytical tools and displays, and the compliance documentation that should be generated. The document concludes with a list of best practices collected by the NERC Operating Committee and a reminder that Registered Entities relying on third-party RTA analytical results are still responsible for evaluating data and analysis quality.

PCS reminds Reliability Coordinators and Transmission Operators that they are obligated to provide two different sets of evidence for their respective requirements. The first set of evidence is the Operating Process or Procedure used to identify the criteria, mechanisms, and actions necessary to evaluate RTA analysis quality. The second set is evidence that the action steps identified within the Registered Entity's document were implemented. The compliance implementation guidance document provides examples for the criteria, mechanisms, and actions that can be used, but provides little focus on the organization of such information and related compliance evidence collection processes in the Registered Entity's document. PCS recommends the Registered Entity should first provide a holistic overview identifying all available mechanisms used in a RTA to ensure that the assessment is performed at least once every 30 minutes. The Registered Entity should then review each mechanism, one-by-one within the Operating Process or Procedure, and identify the criteria that monitoring staff should use to determine whether the quality of the mechanism's execution has been compromised. A list of corrective actions, the person/role responsible for implementing such actions, and the required documentation for confirming the implementation should also be included.

PCS was formed in 2010 by a team of seasoned compliance professionals with a desire to make a qualitative difference in the electric utility industry. Collectively, the PCS team has over 300 years of industry experience in literally all aspects of the power system, including generation, transmission, and distribution system operations, technical writing, and regulatory compliance. PCS staff has extensive technical experience in writing operating procedures, and can assist Registered Entities in developing or enhancing these or other Operating Processes and Procedures.

For information on how PCS can support your organization's reliability compliance needs, please contact Dale Zahn at (262) 436-4116 or visit our website at http://www.provencompliance.com. #NERCcompliance #NERC #criticalinfrastructureprotection #weccreliability #SPPorg #ReliabilityFirst #Texas_RE_Inc



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) AUGUST 08, 2019

The Bureau of Reclamation will provide a total of $331,792 to three groups who will undertake collaborative, on-the-ground watershed management projects. The funding will help address critical water supply needs, water quality concerns, restoration needs, meet competing demands and avoid conflicts over water. The Reclamation funding will be leveraged to support $1.2 million in watershed management improvements.

"Collaboration is key to addressing critical water supply needs," said Reclamation Commissioner Brenda Burman. "Tackling on-the-ground projects in partnership with local communities will help ensure that these watersheds remain healthy and productive into the future."

Under this funding opportunity, applicants can request up to $300,000 in Reclamation funding and must contribute a non-Federal cost-share of 50% of total project costs. The three projects selected are: 

Lower French Creek Sediment Reduction, Big Hole Watershed Committee (Montana) - The Big Hole Watershed Committee based in Divide, Montana, will receive $86,610 to complete the Lower French Creek Sediment Reduction Project. It was developed in partnership with the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks. The project will reroute a 4,000 linear foot reach of French Creek that is currently pinned between an eroding bank and linear gravel piles, leading to an annual deposition of an estimated 800 tons of sediment into French Creek. This will improve the river's flow and will create important habitat for fish and other aquatic creatures.

Implementation of the Lake of the Arbuckles Watershed Restoration Plan, Lake of the Arbuckles Watershed Association, Inc. (Oklahoma) - The Lake of the Arbuckles Watershed Association based in Sulphur, Oklahoma, will receive $89,000 to implement best management practices with the Lake of the Arbuckles watershed. This will result in water quality and quantity improvement for the basin and the entire community.

Middle Snake River Tributary Sedimentation and Phosphorus Ponds, Southern Idaho Water Quality Coalition (Idaho) - The Southern Idaho Water Quality Coalition based in Twin Falls, Idaho, will receive $156,182 to construct a series of sediment and phosphorus removal ponds on the O Coulee Canal and the Auger Falls Lateral 43 Canal. The project is expected to prevent approximately 1,150 tons of sediment and 2,385 pounds of phosphorus from entering the Snake River annually and will help the Twin Falls Canal company meet their reduction requirement under the Snake River Total Maximum Load Management Plan. This will improve water quality for the Snake River.

To learn more about the Cooperative Watershed Management Program or view detailed information about the projects selected, please visit http://www.usbr.gov/watersmart/cwmp/.

Through WaterSMART, Reclamation works cooperatively with states, tribes, and local entities as they plan and implement actions to increase water supply reliability through investments to modernize existing infrastructure and attention to local water conflicts. Visit http://www.usbr.gov/watersmart to learn more.



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ROSWELL, GA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 08, 2019

Cultured Stone, the company that pioneered the manufactured stone veneer category, takes charge of the increasing demand for saturated, monochromatic color options with the debut of two new color palettes for its popular Country Ledgestone profile: Gunnison and Wheaton. On the darker side of the spectrum, Gunnison reveals hues of brooding charcoal and gunmetal punctuated by highlights of powdery light gray. Meanwhile, Wheaton anchors the lighter side of the spectrum with a compelling mix of tawny silvers and cool neutral grays for a brighter balance of color tones.

"We're pleased to enhance the versatility of Country Ledgestone with two trendsetting palettes that feel more monochromatic yet continue to embody the authentic visual variety found in the natural world," said Ramsay Hawfield, Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Cultured Stone. "Both options are capable of injecting personality into a variety of spaces, whether you're looking to incorporate the calmer neutral gradient of Wheaton or something with a moodier sense of drama such as Gunnison."

TWEET THIS: Wheaton and Gunnison Country Ledgestone, @Cultured_Stone's newest colors, embody the authentic visual variety of the natural world while providing more monochromatic color options for an assortment of interior and exterior spaces. http://bit.ly/CountryLedgestone #stoneveneer

With the introduction of Wheaton and Gunnison, Cultured Stone reveals the next generation of contemporary color options and continues to innovate beyond the tones and textures found in natural ledgestone. These new, monochromatic palettes utilize variations of a single color family while adding visual and tactile interest, augmenting designs with additional depth that's never overpowering.

Country Ledgestone profiles provide trade professionals with an extensive variety of colors and incorporate easily into any space. The stark, cut lines and rugged edges of each stone shape complement both rustic and contemporary designs, and the dry grout look makes installation quick and easy.

For more information on Cultured Stone and its products, visit CulturedStone.com.

About Cultured Stone 
Cultured Stone originated the manufactured stone veneer category and continues to lead the industry in innovation, reliability and precision. For more than 55 years, Cultured Stone has produced stone and brick veneers of the highest quality for interior applications, such as fireplace surrounds and kitchen backsplashes, or exterior accents. Backed by a 50-year limited warranty, Cultured Stone products are engineered to meet the strictest requirements in the industry and contain an average of 50 percent pre-consumer recycled content. They are available nationwide from more than 850 dealers and globally in Europe, Asia and Australia. The company operates two manufacturing facilities in North America: Napa, California, and Chester, South Carolina. For more information, detailed product specifications and other trade resources, visit CulturedStone.com. 



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BOISE, IDAHO (PRWEB) AUGUST 09, 2019

Proud Source Water, a naturally alkaline spring water bottled at the source in Mackay, Idaho has been selected as the exclusive aluminum bottled water provider for the Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, August 9th-11th. The eco-friendly water provider will play a major role in helping Outside Lands near its goal of becoming a zero-waste music festival.

Located in the rural Idaho town of Mackay, whose population teeters on 500, Proud Source Water bottles its naturally alkaline spring water from deep in the Rocky Mountains. It is sustainably bottled and capped in aluminum, the #1 most recyclable material in the U.S.

Boasting big name performers like Paul Simon, Childish Gambino, and The Lumineers, Outside Lands Music Festival is organized by Another Planet Entertainment, a company that prioritizes sustainability. Outside Lands already has several programs in place to reduce waste and boasts one of the highest waste diversions rates of any festival in the country.

"Consumers are demanding more sustainable choices, and the passion artists and fans have about this critical issue is strong," said Bryan Duquette, an executive with Another Planet Entertainment. "We are grateful to have a bottled water partner in Proud Source Water, who is leading the charge in promoting sustainability and reducing plastic waste," added Duquette.

Proud Source Water is a mission-based company with business practices built around conscious responsibility for our planet. The brand's goal is to remove plastic bottles from the environment by offering an alternative, sustainable, and infinitely recyclable option. Proud Source has chosen aluminum bottles and caps as its packaging material due to the fact that aluminum is the #1 recycled material in the U.S. In less than 60 days, aluminum products can be recycled and put back on store shelves - avoiding landfills or worse, oceans - where at least 8 million tons of plastic ends up each year.

"Proud Source Water is honored to partner with Outside Lands as a sustainable choice for bottled water and a key contributor to its zero-waste goals," said Andrew Piron, Chief Operating Officer of Proud Source Water. "We've long admired the leadership at Another Planet Entertainment surrounding sustainability," added Piron.

About Proud Source Water 
Proud Source Water is a certified B-Corp and member of 1% for the Planet. The company bottles naturally alkaline spring water in 100% recyclable aluminum. Proud Source Water is sourced from a natural spring in the Rocky Mountains of Mackay, Idaho with a natural pH of 8.5+/- and zero additives.

About Outside Lands Music Festival 
Outside Lands Music Festival takes place throughout Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California. Over 150,000 attendees enjoy music, food and beverages in the park over three days. Another Planet Entertainment has organized the Outside Lands Music Festival since 2008. Among the key pillars of Outside lands is a goal to become a zero-waste festival.



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ROCKVILLE, MD. (PRWEB) AUGUST 09, 2019

The 2019 RadWaste Summit has announced a speaking spot for Rita Baranwal, Ph.D., Assistant Secretary for the Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy, (DOE). In her current role, Dr. Baranwal leads the office's efforts to promote research and development on existing and advanced nuclear technologies.

In addition to Dr. Baranwal, five prominent US Department of Energy professionals will join the ranks of 42 confirmed radioactive waste industry executives speaking at the three-day Summit: Todd Shrader, David Adler, Melinda Higgins, Tamara Miles, and John Arthur (Jay) Mullis.

The Summit will address a variety of topics including, new management perspectives from the Office of Environmental Management, new and current challenges for the clean up sites, federal and commercial perspectives on consolidated interim storage, recent developments in high level waste transportation as well as business opportunities with the US Army Corps of Engineers, Tribal Governments and the Romania Ministry of Economy. You can check out the full agenda here. The Summit consists of 15 specialized sessions and nine networking opportunities.

The following speakers and moderators have also been confirmed for the RadWaste Summit: 

Tamara L. Miles, Procurement Director, U.S. Department of Energy Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center

Ken Rueter, President and Chief Executive Officer, UCOR

Jay Mullis, Manager, Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM), U.S. Department of Energy

David Adler, Director, Quality & Mission Support Division, Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management, U.S. Department of Energy

Rod Baltzer, Chief Operating Officer, Deep Isolation

Jonathan Blankenship, President, ALARA Global Logistics Group 

Francis (Chip) Cameron, President, the Zero Gravity Group

Larry W. Camper, USNRC Retired, Senior Nuclear Safety Consultant, Talisman International, LLC

David Carlson, President and Chief Operating Officer, Waste Control Specialists, LLC

Renee Echols, President, Firewater, LLC

Jeff England, Director of Transportation and Packaging Solutions, NAC International

Kent Fortenberry, Manager, Technical and Nuclear Services, URS-CH2M Oak Ridge (UCOR)

Eugene J. Gleason, President/Managing Director, Nuclear Management Associates

Ken Grumski, Senior Vice President, SECUR, LLC

Melinda Higgins, NE Tribal STEM Advisor, CNI Global Solutions, LLC, Office of Nuclear Energy, U.S. Department of Energy

Scott Kirk, Director, Regulatory Affairs, BWXT

Seth Kirshenberg, Executive Director, Energy Communities Alliance

Eric Knox, Vice President of Strategic Development, Nuclear & Environment, Management Services Group, AECOM

Stephen S. Koenick, Chief, Low Level Waste Branch, Division of Decommissioning, Uranium Recovery, and Waste Programs (DUWP), Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards (NMSS)

Darrell Lacy, Director, Nuclear Waste Repository Project Office (NWRPO), Nye County, Nevada

Andrew Lombardo, Senior Vice President, Manager of Nuclear Services, Perma-Fix Environmental Services

Rod McCullum, Senior Director, Decommissioning and Used Fuels, Nuclear Energy Institute

-Todd Shrader, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Environmental Management, U.S. Department of Energy 

Chris Schneidmiller, Editor in Chief, ExchangeMonitor Publications & Forums

Floyd Velasquez, Emergency Services Administrator, Morongo Band of Mission Indians

Heather Westra, Environmental Program Coordinator, Prairie Island Indian Community

and more! 

"We are excited by the caliber of speakers making up our robust program," said Nancy Berlin, Program Manager, RadWaste Summit. "The combined expertise of our speakers ensures a comprehensive look at the state of the radioactive waste industry as it stands in 2019 and beyond."

The 2019 RadWaste Summit will take place September 3-5 at the Green Valley Ranch Resort in Henderson, NV. With hundreds of expected attendees and several high-profile sponsors and exhibitors already secured, including Deep Isolation, I.C.E. Service Group, Inc., Jacobs, PacTec, Peterson Incorporated, TransCo Products Inc., UniTech Services Group, and Veolia, the RadWaste Summit is a can't-miss event.

To learn more and to register, visit http://www.radwastesummit.com.

-About ExchangeMonitor, a division of Access Intelligence, LLC- 
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FAIRBANKS, ALASKA (PRWEB) AUGUST 09, 2019

The new University of Alaska-Fairbanks (UAF) Combined Heat and Power Plant, which may be the last conventional coal-fired power plant constructed in the U.S., has been named a 2019 Top Plant by Power Magazine. The magazine's annual competition honors facilities that distinguished themselves by implementing innovative design or engineering upgrades, producing power more reliably or economically than comparable plants or demonstrating a new generation or environmental controls technology.

Completed in late 2018, the $245 million plant has a coal-fired boiler with a total capacity of 240,000 lbs/hr of steam. The project also includes a 17 MW steam turbine with a controlled extraction port for providing low-pressure steam to heat the campus. The plant was designed by Stanley Consultantsand Design Alaska, and constructed by Haskell Davis, JV.

UAF began studying replacement options when its two aging boilers showed signs of failure. The most economical solution was a coal-fired combined heat and power (CHP) plant with a circulating fluidized bed boiler. It will provide 100 percent of the university's future needs yet stay well under current emissions levels.

"We're looking at it as a 50-year investment in the university," said Mike Ruckhaus, senior project manager for the university. "That's different from most commercial projects. For us, this investment is for a much longer time frame. It's really the engine for our research and our educational mission."

Building a coal fired plant was a radical choice in today's regulatory climate, but it was the only economically feasible option. A natural gas plant would have been less expensive to construct but cost four times more to operate than a coal plant. By contrast, coal that is low in sulfur and mercury, is inexpensive and mined locally.

The new plant has the lowest emission rates for PM2.5 of any coal plant in the U.S. and emits only 20 percent of the nitrogen oxide (NOx) produced by the previous plant. It's the first fluidized bed plant in Alaska and the single largest publicly funded construction project in the university's history.

POWER Magazine feature: https://www.powermag.com/a-powerful-investment-in-education-and-the-community/?pagenum=3

Power Engineering Magazine feature:https://www.power-eng.com/articles/print/volume-121/issue-5/features/don-t-freeze-in-the-dark.html

About Stanley Consultants 
Stanley Consultants provides program management, planning, engineering, environmental and construction services worldwide. Recognized for its commitment to client service and a passion to make a difference, Stanley Consultants brings global knowledge, experience and capabilities to serve federal, municipal and industrial clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Since 1913, Stanley Consultants has successfully completed more than 25,000 engagements in all 50 states, U.S. territories, and in 110 countries. For more information on Stanley Consultants, please visit http://www.stanleyconsultants.com.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) AUGUST 09, 2019

Plouton Mining announces its aims to build what will be the largest solar-powered mining operation in North America, providing people with an opportunity to participate in the growing bitcoin economy in a sustainable and affordable way.

The process of bitcoin mining is energy-intensive, requiring massive amounts of electricity produced by carbon-emitting fossil fuels and delivered on outdated and aging power grids. Plouton Mining will help solve this issue with plans to construct a solar-powered facility located on pristine land, wholly owned by parent company Plouton Group, in Western Mojave, CA. Solar panels will occupy approximately 49 of the 50 acres and will generate 10-13 Megawatts of electricity approximately 330 days annually, operating on average 12 hours per day.

Western Mojave, CA is one of the most ideal locations for a solar-powered facility on the planet. The region is basked in sunlight 70% of the year. Plouton Mining will contract with local utility providers to allow for ultra-cheap operating costs when the sun goes down. This model also benefits the local utility providers who are left with an excess supply during much of the nighttime hours when demand is at a low. As a result, Plouton Mining will enjoy the lowest all-in energy costs possible.

Ramak J. Sedigh, CEO of Plouton Mining, said, "The preeminent combination of nature and technology will usher in the next stage of bitcoin mining evolution, fulfilling the promise of Bitcoin as a sustainable, decentralized network of transactions. We are very pleased to offer people the opportunity to participate in the growing Bitcoin blockchain economy without having to purchase the mining equipment themselves."

For more information, visit Plouton Mining's website.

For media inquiries, please contact Kili Wall at (310) 260-7901 or Kili@MelrosePR.com.

About Plouton Mining 
Plouton Mining will be North America's largest solar-powered bitcoin mining facility. Based in Western Mojave, CA, Plouton Mining will implement new, sustainable mining practices that will allow the industry to continue to scale and grow. Instead of relying on "cheap electricity" that will increase in price over time and become unsustainable, Plouton Mining leads the next generation of bitcoin miners by harnessing the power of sustainable energy. Plouton Mining will set the standard for future mining operations by establishing a green, scalable, and sustainable mining solution that will benefit investors, the environment, and local utility companies.



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PORTLAND, ORE. (PRWEB) AUGUST 10, 2019

Summer is in full force and you might be wondering the best way to cool off. Did you know that you can prepare our favorite bagged tea in a refreshing and healthy iced version for the summer? Iced tea doesn't need to take hours to prepare, and instant concentrates full of sugar can be a thing of the past.

Shaken iced tea is a simple, fast, and tasty way to make sure you and your guests don't go thirsty this summer—and it only takes only minutes to make. See the recipe below for our Lemon Ginger Shaken Iced Tea. Make this delicious drink in just 5 easy steps!

Step 1. 
Reach for your favorite Stash Tea and grab 3 tea bags. Put those tea bags in a cocktail shaker and start heating your water. 
Step 2. 
Add the hot water and let your tea steep for 2-3 minutes. 
Step 3. 
Muddle the tea bags with a spoon or muddler, being careful not to rip the tea bags. 
Step 4. 
Fill the shaker with ice, leaving enough room to shake. You can also add your choice of sweetener. 
Step 5. 
Shake the tea for 30 seconds to cool it down and prepare to serve. We suggest pouring the tea over ice to ensure the right temperature. 
Enjoy! 
Top off your tea with your choice of a colorful straw. Now you're ready for summer!

If you just cannot bear the heat, another fun idea is to make some Stash Iced Tea Popsicles that will surely be a success among kids (and adults) as a healthy and delicious hot weather treat! Simply brew up your favorite Stash tea and freeze in a popsicle mold!

Some of our favorite iced tea flavors are: 
Lemon Ginger - Brighten your mood and awaken your taste buds with this soothing blend of tangy, sunny citrus and the lingering warmth of ginger. Sit back and enjoy some much-needed relaxation with this uplifting blend.

Wild Raspberry Hibiscus - The brilliant red color of this vibrant, juicy herbal tea will enchant both your eyes and your taste buds with its tart hibiscus, fresh lemongrass and delicious raspberry flavors.

Asian Pear - Simple but alluring, this light blend draws out the true beauty of Japanese-style green tea and juicy Asian tea. This tea will bring a melody to your heart and calm your soul.

Ginger Peach - Not too sweet, not too spicy - this tea is just right! Enticingly luch peach flavor is perfectly contrasted with a sharp, tingly bite of ginger and a subtle kick of Japanese matcha. You'll savor every sip of this craveable green tea.

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Stash Tea's mission is to take tea drinkers on an exceptionally flavorful journey, doing what they love most—sharing happiness, one cup at a time. Stash partners with farmers and suppliers who also believe that "doing it right" means more than just creating great tea; it's sourcing the best all-natural ingredients with the planet and consumer in mind. As a Certified B Corporation, Stash Tea is proud to be part of a movement of companies that believe in the power of using business as a force for good. Shop Stash teas at grocery stores throughout the United States and Canada and at stashtea.com.



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WESTMINSTER, COLO. (PRWEB) AUGUST 12, 2019

Today the board of directors of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) issued a statement supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) science-based approach to evaluating glyphosate – a herbicide that has been the focus of recent lawsuits by those concerned that it may be carcinogenic.

The EPA is currently conducting a review of glyphosate as part of its standard, periodic reassessment of previously registered herbicides to ensure they can still be used safely. In April 2019, the organization issued an interim registration decision reiterating that glyphosate is not likely a carcinogen and that risks to public health are low when it is used in accordance with its current label.

The EPA's position has been echoed by the Canadian Pest Management Regulatory Agency, the European Food Safety Authority and other major regulatory organizations around the globe.

WSSA's statement says that ongoing research and evaluation are justified and that the society will remain current on further developments related to carcinogenic risk and glyphosate as new information becomes available.

"Though WSSA members are not experts in human toxicology and epidemiology, we appreciate the rigorous review process undertaken by the EPA and other regulatory bodies," says Larry Steckel, president of WSSA. "Based on the best available evidence, they have consistently concluded that glyphosate-based herbicides are unlikely to pose significant health risks when used as directed."

The full WSSA statement on glyphosate is posted on the association's website.

About the Weed Science Society of America 
The Weed Science Society of America, a nonprofit scientific society, was founded in 1956 to encourage and promote the development of knowledge concerning weeds and their impact on the environment. The Society promotes research, education and extension outreach activities related to weeds, provides science-based information to the public and policy makers, fosters awareness of weeds and their impact on managed and natural ecosystems, and promotes cooperation among weed science organizations across the nation and around the world. For more information, visit http://www.wssa.net. 



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KANSAS CITY, MO. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

Students returning to Kansas City Public Schools are riding in brand new propane autogas buses. The majority of the district's school bus fleet now operates on this emission-reducing, economical fuel.

On the outside, the 155 Blue Bird school buseslook the same, but it's their quiet ride and low emissions that attracted the district.

"Kansas City is a progressive, tech-focused city, and we are always looking to provide outstanding service for our students," said Chris Walls, director of transportation for KCPS. "In addition to reducing emissions, the propane school buses are much quieter. That means the driver can hear and communicate better with the students on board. Plus, the local neighborhood will no longer have to deal with our former noisy diesel bus warm ups at 4 a.m."

Recent studies have shown that propane autogas school buses are a proven way to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions in American communities. The KCPS propane buses will reduce NOx emissions by over 55,000 pounds and particulate matter by almost 500 pounds each year compared with the diesel buses they replaced.

The district contracted with Student Transportation of America (STA) to acquire the Type C propane buses. "Domestically produced, clean-burning propane autogas is a perfect fit for Kansas City's school bus fleet," said Doug Gallagher, senior vice president of fleet and maintenance for STA, which has invested millions of dollars in more than 2,000 propane buses across the United States, including Missouri. "We convey to school districts that there are economic, safety and environmental benefits to propane-powered school buses."

The school district pays 50 percent less per gallon for propane compared with diesel, for an expected savings of about $500,000 annually. It also anticipates another $55,000 savings each year in maintenance costs. Walls says that every dollar saved in transportation ends up back in the classroom.

"We congratulate both STA and Kansas City schools for being leaders in the adoption of alternative fuels in Missouri," said Mark Terry, chief commercial officer of Blue Bird Corporation. "Our Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses are a smart solution for any school system looking to be environmentally and fiscally responsible."

KCPS joins over 900 school districts running propane school buses. "The fuel system technology on these buses offers reliable performance in cold weather all the way down to negative 40 degrees. Operating propane buses provides peace of mind to the district because the fuel can handle extreme conditions without impacting the driver," said Ryan Zic, vice president of school bus sales at ROUSH CleanTech, which manufactures the propane fuel system.

The district recently installed a propane station on school grounds that can fuel four buses at a time. "It was a simple decision for us to choose propane because everyone wins," added Walls.

About Blue Bird Corporation: Blue Bird is the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, with more than 550,000 buses sold since its formation in 1927 and approximately 180,000 buses in operation today. Blue Bird's longevity and reputation in the school bus industry have made it an iconic American brand. Blue Bird distinguishes itself from its principal competitors by its singular focus on the design, engineering, manufacture and sale of school buses and related parts. As the only manufacturer of chassis and body production specifically designed for school bus applications, Blue Bird is recognized as an industry leader for school bus innovation, safety, product quality/reliability/durability, operating costs and drivability. In addition, Blue Bird is the market leader in alternative fuel applications with its propane-powered, electric and compressed natural gas-powered school buses. Blue Bird manufactures school buses at two facilities in Fort Valley, Georgia. Its Micro Bird joint venture operates a manufacturing facility in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada. Service and after-market parts are distributed from Blue Bird's parts distribution center located in Delaware, Ohio. For more information on Blue Bird's complete line of buses, visit http://www.blue-bird.com.

About ROUSH CleanTech: ROUSH CleanTech, an industry leader of alternative fuel vehicle technology, is a division of Roush Enterprises based in Livonia, Michigan. ROUSH CleanTech designs, engineers, manufactures and installs propane autogas and electric fuel system technology for medium-duty Ford commercial vehicles and school buses, and compressed natural gas fuel systems for school buses. As a Ford QVM-certified alternative fuel vehicle manufacturer, ROUSH CleanTech delivers economical, clean and domestically produced fueling options for fleets across North America. Learn more at ROUSHcleantech.com or by calling 800.59.ROUSH.



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PEMBROKE PINES, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 12, 2019

Eco Pump Services is an experienced, licensed, and insured company located at 15757 Pines Boulevard #315 in Pembroke Pines, Florida 33027. For over 25 years, Eco Pump Services has served customers with excellence and exceptional customer service in grease trap cleaning and septic tank pumping services. Eco Pump's steady five-star ratings and excellent customer reactions throughout numerous online review sources have led Find Local Contractors to recognize Eco Pump Services as a Top Client Rated Fort Lauderdale and Miami Contractor. The reviews include praises for Eco Pump's customer service, experienced technicians, reasonable prices, and an outstanding sense of professionalism.

Find Local Contractors helps consumers find local contractors that they can depend on for top quality work, affordable rates, and great customer service. Internet searches can prove to be frustrating and time-consuming because consumers will need to scour several business websites, read multiple reviews, and compare prices. Find Local Contractors has done most of the hard work for shoppers. The Find Local Contractors directory provides quick access to outside review sources where actual customers have left comments and rankings about the listed contractor.

"Receiving this recognition solidifies our commitment to win our customers' respect. We are dependable, trustworthy, and use the most advanced methods to perform our services. Whatever is needed, we will provide it," says owner Billy Zeidel.

Eco Pump Services offers a comprehensive menu of services to keep homes and businesses safe and healthy. They work with residential homeowners who need septic tank cleaning, maintenance, or repairs. They also work with businesses to help them meet governmental compliance, working with each business individually to specifically meet their local requirements. Using the most advanced methods, this Miami based company is dedicated to ensuring the utmost customer satisfaction.

More About Eco Pump Services: 
Eco Pump Services has been in service for over 25 years, with the experience and personalized consideration that customers desire. Eco Pump Services serves residential areas and businesses in Miami, Broward, and West Palm Beach with solutions for septic tank pumping, grease trap cleaning, storm drain cleaning, and hydro jetting. Eco Pump Services is a licensed and insured company that can perform a deep cleaning on home and business waste disposal systems.

For more information about Eco Pump Services or to obtain a competitive quote, please visit http://www.ecopumpservices.com or call (305) 557-2791.



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DARIEN, ILL. (PRWEB) AUGUST 12, 2019

Aqua Bio Technologies, LLC announced today that Now Mart in New Hope, Minnesota is the first vehicle wash in the state to use the combination of recycled used wash water and rain water to wash vehicles. Aqua Bio, known as a global leader in vehicle wash solutions utilizing biologic water restoration, water reclaim, rain harvest, odor control, and reverse osmosis systems, installed its Bio Complete 15000 water restoration system and Pro Rain Water Harvest system at the Minnesota vehicle wash. The Bio Complete system removes used chemicals from the water, allowing it to be reused in 90% to 95% of the wash. Pro Rain collects rainwater from a roof and/or paved lot and uses a vortex separation unit to remove gravel, sticks, leaves and other solids.

"We're setting the standard in Minnesota for other vehicle washes as we take being environmentally friendly to an entirely new level," said Chris Robbins, Owner of Now Mart. "A busy car wash can guzzle more than 4 million gallons of water a year, but by implementing an Aqua Bio system, we'll save millions of gallons of water annually. Rainwater from across the property will be captured, filtered and diverted to a system of underground tanks that can hold 100,000 gallons of water. Separate tanks will store water recycled from the car wash tunnel. Our goal is to avoid using city water for most months of the year."

"We are incredibly proud to have our first-of-kind system at Now Mart in Minnesota and we hope to provide many more as vehicle wash owners look for ways to protect the environment by drastically reducing their dependence on city water and sewer," said John P. Gibney, Vice President and General Manager of Aqua Bio Technologies, LLC.

For more information about Now Mart visit http://www.nowmartgas.com/ or to learn more about Aqua Bio Technologies and its products visit https://www.aquabio.co/.

About Aqua Bio Technologies, LLC 
Founded in 2010, Darien, Illinois-based Aqua Bio Technologies is a leading global provider of innovative biologic restoration, water reclaim, rain harvest, odor control and reverse osmosis (RO) systems. None of its solutions use ozone, UV, or chemicals of any kind to control odor – only nature. As the manufacturer of the first vehicle wash industry closed-loop water treatment system, the company is able to deliver a substantial savings in time and money to its customers with dramatic reductions is water and sewer costs.



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DALLAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 12, 2019

The project was developed as a public-private partnership with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) to further DPAA's mission to locate, identify, and recover the remains of unaccounted U.S personnel from previous wars. This is the fifth archaeological project that PMS has conducted in partnership with DPAA. Others include: https://blog.ecu.edu/sites/ecunow/blog/2018/06/05/graduate-students-work-in-saipan-could-help-with-recovery-of-servicemen-mia-after-wwii/, https://news.ecu.edu/2017/09/08/undersea-mission/.

ECU associate professor Dr. Jennifer McKinnon is leading the survey and excavation as part of a summer field project with TFDF. The project is two-pronged and consists of geophysical survey techniques including side scan sonar and magnetometry mounted on an AUV in search of a World War II bomber crash site in Laulau Bay. Identified targets are investigated via ROV and closed-circuit rebreather dives. The second part of the project involves underwater test excavations of a World War II fighter located and identified during last year's mission. Excavation of the site will hopefully allow for correlation with a specific aircraft and lead to eventual recovery of the remains of the missing pilot. The project includes faculty, staff, and graduate students of the Program in Maritime Studies and College of Allied Health, ten veteran volunteers from TFDF, and staff of the Florida Public Archaeology Network.

TFDF is a nonprofit that serves U.S. Special Operations Command members and their families. The Joint Recovery Team is part of TFDF's rehabilitative therapy programming to help reintegrate medically retired service members into civilian life and assist them with a new mission, purpose, and focus in the field of underwater archaeology and military history. As an example, Master's student, Patrick Smith, is a TFDF-affiliated retired psychological operations specialist who joined the Program in 2017. This is the second year the Joint Recovery Team has travelled to Saipan and investigated WWII aircraft crash sites with ECU.

TFDF Board Member and team lead, Mark Stephens, said "These lost service members gave their today so we could have a tomorrow. It's an incredible honor for us to be a part of this humbling mission of attempting to find, recover and ultimately repatriate our lost. This partnership of academia, government and a benevolent organization is an amazing collaboration of learning, experiences and perspectives for everyone involved."

The project is funded by the DPAA, however, the information and content and conclusions do not necessarily represent the official position or policy of, nor should any official endorsement be inferred on the part of DPAA, the Department of Defense, the U.S. Government, or the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. Additional funding and equipment support was provided by Scuba Pro, Big Blue Dive Lights, Kitanica, Black Rifle Coffee Company, Ocean Technology Systems, Shearwater Research, NAUI Worldwide, London Bridge Trading, and Horse Soldier Bourbon.



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BURLINGTON, MASS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 12, 2019

Steven Maienza has joined EBI as Chief Digital and Innovation Officer. Steve is a seasoned technology professional, with extensive experience in enterprise architecture, business process re-engineering, strengthening the client experience, and more.

As an entrepreneur, Steve has founded, built, and sold his own IT consulting company, and has also held senior positions driving significant organic growth at 3 other consulting companies. More recently, he held roles as Chief Information Officer at an insurance company and Chief Digital Officer, establishing and running a digital transformation practice.

He has served clients in the insurance, banking, financial services, and retail industries leading strategic initiatives to support company growth including authoring and overseeing execution of information architecture, analytics, and business intelligence roadmaps, implementing cybersecurity programs, and establishing cloud strategies- all initiatives that EBI continually looks to improve upon.

Steve has earned the following certifications and degrees: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Certified SAFe 4 Agilist, Certified Scrum Master, and he earned a BS in Computer Information Systems and MBA in Finance from Bentley College.

Steve and his wife have four kids, and when he isn't working, he spends his spare time hiking and biking with his family, and restoring houses built in the Victorian era.

"Delivering innovative solutions is a top priority for meeting and exceeding our clients' future needs. Steve Maienza will lead this charge as EBI's (and one of the industry's) first Chief Digital and Innovation Officer. Steve brings a 35+ year successful track record of delivering value to clients through consulting, technology, and innovation. We look forward to our clients benefiting from the evolution of our products and services that Steve will be driving while our company benefits from the entrepreneurship, leadership, and vision that once enabled Steve to create, grow, and sell his own IT consultancy to one of the world's largest such firms. We are thrilled to have Steve join our team and we are confident that our clients and the industry alike will be too."

-Darren Stineman, CFO, EBI Consulting



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BRIDGEVILLE, PA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

Euromed USA, a leading manufacturer of therapeutic botanical extracts, announced today that a new human study, just published in the journal Nutrients, evaluated the efficacy of ABAlife on glucose metabolism blood parameters, particularly the Glycemic Index (GI) and the Insulinemic Index (II). The GI indicates how fast and efficiently the body can metabolize a carbohydrate meal, while the II shows how much insulin the body releases in response to a meal.

This is very good news for millions of people around the globe, and especially here in the US. This is because the average American consumes 19.5 teaspoons of sugar every day. That adds up to 66 pounds of added sugar consumed per person every year! Sugar increases the level of glucose in the blood and causes the pancreas to release insulin. Higher insulin levels lead to more storage of dietary calories as fat. ABA Life has been shown to assist insulin release and may help lower blood glucose.

According to Centers for Disease Control, another 86 million adults – more than 1 in 3 U.S. adults – have prediabetes -- where their blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Unfortunately, without weight loss and moderate physical activity, 15 to 30 percent of people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years.

STUDY DETAILS 
This latest study* was conducted at the University of Sydney, Australia, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, where it investigated the effects of 2 different strengths of the active ingredient, abscisic acid (ABA), in ABAlife standardized extracts (100 mg and 200 mg) on post-prandial glucose and insulin responses in healthy subjects. The highest dosage of 200 mg of ABAlife added to a glucose solution lowered overall levels and peaks in blood glucose and insulin between 30 and 120 minutes post-dose, and significantly improved glycemic index (GI) compared to a reference glucose solution alone. The lower dosage was also effective on GI but did not reach statistical significance. Both dosages however, were able to lower significantly the post-prandial Insulinemic Index (II), with the highest dosage indicating more significant values (p< 0.01). A clear dose-response reduction of GI and II was also elucidated from the data. The study reported that, FFE standardized in ABA consumed in small doses can produce significant and clinically relevant reductions in postprandial glucose and insulin responses to a high GI glucose drink.

High glucose concentrations cause increased plasma concentration of the β-pancreatic cells to release ABA, which improves the efficiency of a glucose transporter (Glut 4) by binding to the receptor LANCL2, to support glucose uptake into cells, and enhances insulin efficiency, suggesting an adaptogen beneficial effect of ABA in promoting whole glycemic control and homeostasis. ABA consumed as a dietary supplement will be an aid in improving glucose tolerance in healthy individuals and those seeking health enhancement.

"American consumers grapple with diets containing processed foods with refined sugars. This initial study suggests ABAlife may be a beneficial dietary adjunct in helping to maintain healthy blood sugar levels," according to Guy Woodman, Euromed USA General Manager.

*Atkinson, F.S; Villar, A; Mula, A; Zangara, A; Risco, E; Smidt, C.R; Hontecillas, R; Leber, A; Bassaganya-Riera,J. Abscisic Acid Standardized Fig(Ficus carica) Extracts Ameliorate Postprandial Glycemic and Insulinemic Responses in Healthy Adults, Nutrients 2019, 11, 1757.

About ABAlife 
ABAlife is a proprietary all-natural line of botanical extracts that contain ABA. The first product to be introduced is an extract from fig fruit, Ficus carica L.. Figs, a long-standing foodstuff of Mediterranean populations, grow naturally throughout Spain and have one of the highest concentrations of abscisic acid found in nature. About 92% of Americans do not consume adequate fruits and vegetables and may be deficient in ABA, a compound also produced endogenously. ABAlife delivers the scientifically proven health benefits of ABA while avoiding additional calories associated with eating figs.

About Euromed S.A. 
Founded in 1971 by the German pharmaceutical company Madaus, Euromed is a leading producer of standardized herbal extracts and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) of botanical origin for the international pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and cosmetic industries.

Annually, a biomass of more than 5000 tons is extracted at the company's manufacturing facilities in Spain, Barcelona and Murcia. The new production plant in Murcia further expands Euromed's capabilities with eco-friendly technologies that use a sophisticated water-based extraction method, the Pure-Hydro Process. All extracts comply with worldwide GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) norms, international pharmacopoeias and regulations. Euromed has a long history of expertise in research and development, laboratory analyses and extraction technologies and is committed to the highest quality standards in terms of analytical, chemical and evidence-based therapeutic aspects.

For further information, please contact Guy Woodman at guy(at)euromedusa.com or call the Walnut Creek, CA office at 925-935-0334. Visit http://www.euromedusa.com and /or call 1-877-696-3960.



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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

Specialty Technical Publishers (STP) and Specialty Technical Consultants (STC) announce the availability of the newly updated International Audit Protocol Consortium (IAPC) EHS audit protocol for Canada, Federal. Leading companies around the world use IAPC EHS audit protocols to understand the scope of their EHS regulatory obligations and rapidly collect, share, archive, and export audit findings in a cost effective manner. IAPC EHS audit protocols are now prepared by STC in partnership with STP and continue to focus on those national (plus, in some cases, regional or provincial) EHS requirements that have site-specific application for manufacturing operations. As a leading EHS management consulting firm with a global network of experienced EHS teaming partners, STC has indepth knowledge and technical expertise of local/regional EHS requirements.

STP and STC maintain leading-edge EHS audit protocols for more than 50 jurisdictions. The protocol documents are written in English and are available in MS Word, Adobe Acrobat and Excel formats, as well as through STP's web-based portal or can be integrated into an existing company platform. Using the protocols' custom templates and advanced functionality features, auditors can easily track audit findings and manage data over time to improve compliance, risk management and safety performance. In addition, STP's formatting is compatible with leading risk management and sustainability platform providers.

Highlights of selected legislation covered in the newly developed protocol include: 

The "Ozone-Depleting Substances and Halocarbons Alternatives Regulations [SOR/2016-137]" was amended by the "Interim Order Amending the Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations of October 2018." The Interim Order corrects the hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) consumption baseline values that are used to determine the quantities that can enter Canada under the HFC phase-down process starting on January 1, 2019. This order more accurately reflects information obtained by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada related to actual reported industrial usage and emissions reported by covered entities subsequent to the "October 2017 (SOR/2017-216)" amendments to the "Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations" coming into force in May 2018. The Interim Order expires in October 2020 unless the regulations are amended, and it is terminated sooner.    

The "Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, S.C.2018, c. 12, s. 186, as last amended by SOR/2019-79," has been added to this update. This Act sets forth the carbon pricing scheme that applies in select provinces and territories where the system applies. The carbon pricing scheme consists of two components—a federal fuel charge; and a regulatory trading system for large industry—known as the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS).

The "Notice Establishing Criteria Respecting Facilities and Persons and Publishing Measures of October 19, 2018 [SOR/2018-213]," specifies which activities are covered activities under the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS). Such facilities must register in the federal OBPS. This Notice implements the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) under the "Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act."

The "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Information Production Order, October 19, 2018, [SOR/2018214, as last amended by SOR/2018-277]," sets forth requirements for sampling, analysis and measurements in order to quantify the GHG emissions emitted from that facility, quantification of production amounts, making and keeping of records; and producing verified annual reports. This Order implements the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) under the "Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act."

The "Order Declaring that the Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations Do Not Apply in Quebec, 2018, SOR/2018-194" declares that a wastewater system located in Quebec is not subject to the "Wastewater System Effluent Regulations, 2015."

The "Environmental Emergency Regulations 2019 [SOR/2019-51]" come into force on August 25, 2019. These regulations repeal and replace the "Environmental Emergency Regulations, 2013." Industrial facilities that store or use any of 234 listed substances will be required to provide information to Environment Canada about the maximum amount and location of these substances to help emergency response personnel to respond in case of emergency. Facilities subject to the Regulations are also required to develop, implement, and test an emergency plan.

For more information on all International EHS audit protocols offered by STP and STC click here.

About Specialty Technical Publishers 
Specialty Technical Publishers (STP) produces technical resource guides covering environmental, health & safety, transportation, accounting, business practices, standards and law, offering comprehensive guidance on key compliance and regulatory issues. STP is a division of Glacier Media Inc., a Canadian information communications company that provides primary and essential information in print, electronic and online media. Glacier's Business and Professional Information Group publishes directories, technical manuals, research and development materials, medical education, electronic databases, investment information and specialty websites.

About Specialty Technical Consultants 
Specialty Technical Consultants, Inc. (STC) is a specialized management consulting firm working to enhance environmental health and safety (EHS) performance. Through its consulting services, STC partners with clients to strengthen management systems' design and implementation, and identifies needs and implements solutions to meet business objectives. Services provided include: EHS compliance support; risk assessment; EHS auditing; corporate responsibility and sustainability; EHS management systems development and implementation; EHS regulatory information tools; and EHS training.

STC is certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and the Supplier Clearinghouse for the California Public Utilities Commission, and as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program.



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SOUTHFIELD, MICH. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

Louisville Metro Governments' chosen partner, ImageSoft Inc., is elated to announce it was chosen by the Louisville Metro Government to lead more than one of its government agencies through a digital transformation. The first phase of this colossal initiative, furnishing Louisville's Air Pollution Control District (APCD) with a more robust enterprise document management system (EDMS), is now live in production.

Using OnBase by Hyland, ImageSoft configured a cloud-hosted environment that supports the APCD's efficiency goals. With 91,000 documents migrated from APCD's legacy system to OnBase, ImageSoft provided an electronic records management system for record retention and a systematic document disposal process. The EDMS also allows for a variety of integrations with the APCD's existing programs, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office business applications. These integrations will equip the APCD with the ability to keep documents moving and accounted for with just a few clicks. Users can also quickly and easily retrieve documents by simply keying high-speed, metadata and full-text searches based upon document content, enabling the city to better serve constituents.

"The APCD helped set the foundation for this project to work in multiple Louisville Metro Government departments," said Keith Talley Sr., APCD Director. "We were able to give vital input and feedback during the implementation process that led ImageSoft to tailor a document management system that all of Metro Government can benefit from."

In addition to supporting conversion and implementation, ImageSoft trained APCD staff on the system's administration to ensure the success of the project. Because the APCD is the first to undergo an electronic transformation, Louisville Metro's IT division will be using this process to scale implementation for the rest of the government agency's EDMS needs.

"We are excited to partner with the City of Louisville as it digitally transforms its agencies to better serve constituents," said Dave Hawkins, CEO of ImageSoft. "Every department has different requirements so the ability to scale a single platform across the city, and also configure it for the unique needs of each agency, is a huge win for Louisville. Even more rewarding is to see the city's vision expanded as it realizes the possibilities of the platform that we're delivering. The fact that the city can continually customize the solution according to its changing needs makes this a smart investment that can pay dividends for decades."

About ImageSoft, Inc. 
ImageSoft, Inc., believes in helping government agencies serve constituents better by digitally transforming their operations. Since 1996, ImageSoft's technology and OnBase by Hyland's document management and workflow solutions have increased productivity and public satisfaction, saving time and money for state and local agencies. We have deployed solutions across government agencies including finance and administration, planning and public works, health, housing and human services and justice and public safety. ImageSoft is a Platinum Partner of Hyland, Inc. Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, ImageSoft serves customers in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

For more information about ImageSoft, visit the website at http://www.imagesoftinc.com.



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RENTON, WASH. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

LED lighting manufacturer Evluma adds Android phones to the expanding list of ConnectLED compatible devices with the release of an updated version of ConnectLED for Android. The v3.0 release simultaneously updates the application to match the user-friendly interface developed for iOS and expands the number of compatible Android devices, including phones. Until now the Android version of the app had only run on Android tablets with a 7 inch or larger screen. ConnectLED uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to communicate to Evluma's LED streetlighting products: AreaMax and OmniMax.

"Device surveys performed by Evluma's Customer Service and Marketing Departments indicate that a significant number of our customers use both Android phones and tablets in the field," says Evluma's Marketing Director Cathleen Shattuck. "The new version of the interface is intuitive and easy-to-use. If utilities are already using Android phones or tablets for AMI or work order management, the ConnectLED lighting management app can easily ride along-side."

ConnectLED allows utilities and municipalities to dim and disconnect all Evluma lighting products including a dim-to-off setting that permits lights to be turned off completely for any portion of the evening. Administrators can easily manage licensing, permissions and updates using the ConnectLED Customer Administrator Portal (CAP). "ConnectLED is a cost-effective solution for any utility looking to explore the benefits of lighting controls without the commitment of a complex, networked, architecture."

The Android app was first released in 2014 and been a staple for utilities looking to control Elvuma's AreaMax street and area lighting product family. Short-term, promotional licenses are available for owners of Evluma products that wish to trial the Bluetooth wireless lighting app. Current customers that need assistance with the software upgrade or wish to request a list of compatible devices can contact Evluma Customer Support at (425)-336-5800, option 1.



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WILMINGTON, DEL. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

DuPont, a global science and innovation leader, today announces a new corporate partnership with Habitat for Humanity International. The partnership enables DuPont to support Habitat for Humanity home building projects with donations of energy-efficient building products while also providing employees with meaningful volunteer opportunities.

Continuing a legacy of impact started by our Performance Building Solutions business many years ago, donated products such as StyrofoamTM Brand insulation, DuPont Weathermate TM Homewrap and Great Stuff TM Insulating Foam Sealant have become worksite staples at Habitat builds across North America. These products provide increased thermal, air and moisture protection, which lowers energy bills and creates more comfortable and safer living conditions for people around the world.

"Providing safe, affordable shelter is critical to many communities across the globe and we are proud to collaborate with Habitat for Humanity International to help them build efficient, sustainable homes," said Patrick McCrummen, DuPont's Global Community Impact Leader. "What's also special about this partnership is that it offers volunteer opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful difference in people's lives in their local communities."

The company also actively supports major Habitat programs like the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project and the annual Home Builders Blitz.

"By partnering with DuPont, Habitat can better address the worldwide need for decent, affordable homes," said Julie Davis, vice president for corporate and cause marketing. "Our goal is to provide peace of mind for homeowners through better, more efficient designs, and partnerships like this one help us accomplish that."

To learn more about the organizations providing crucial support through donated products, visit https://www.habitat.org/support/gifts-in-kind.

About Habitat for Humanity 
Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The Christian housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit https://www.habitat.org.

About DuPont 
DuPont (NYSE:DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food and worker safety. More information can be found at http://www.dupont.com.

DuPont, the DuPont Oval Logo, and all products, unless otherwise noted, denoted with , ℠ or are trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks of affiliates of DuPont de Nemours, Inc.



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DECATUR, GA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

As part of Georgia United Foundation's 6th annual School Crashers program, team members, donor partners and volunteers gathered on July 19-20, 2019, to improve the learning environment of Toney Elementary School, located at 2701 Oakland Terrace in Decatur.

With the help of over 150 volunteers, Toney Elementary received extensive outdoor improvements including a new 
outdoor classroom furnished with whiteboard and benches, shade canopy with picnic tables in the school colors, courtyard STEM garden with native vegetation, crushed stone walking path, fencing, fresh mulch, landscaping, parking lot refresh, painting and custom murals.

Indoors, a mascot mural will welcome the 350 students and 45 faculty members when the 2019-2020 school year begins. Students will enjoy a refreshed media center with new Mohawk carpeting, fresh paint and flexible furniture, an updated computer lab and new red cafeteria chairs. The faculty will return to new furniture in the reception area, Mohawk carpeting in the faculty lounge and organized classrooms and storage closets. In addition, the faculty will show their school pride with new logo apparel donated by the credit union.

Dr. Karen Dukes, nominating teacher at Toney Elementary, was ecstatic with the number of project enhancements that were accomplished. "I'm thrilled that Toney Elementary was chosen as the top School Crashers recipient out of the hundreds that applied. I requested an outdoor classroom and am beyond excited that students will also have a revitalized courtyard and inspiring indoor learning spaces to enjoy. We can't wait to welcome the students back to school!"

Georgia United extends their gratitude to the many sponsors and donor partners that helped make this year's event a success. 

    Mohawk

    The Home Depot Foundation

    J.R. Hobbs Co.

    Allied Solutions

    Smart Source

    Peachtree Wealth Strategies

    Experian

    Peachtree Benefit Group

    Q2    

    DeKalb County School District

    Diamond Communication Solutions

    Coca-Cola

    Chick-fil-A Foundation

    CUNA Mutual Group

    Ultimate Software

    University of Georgia Extension

    Signs by Tomorrow

In addition to Toney Elementary, five additional schools will receive smaller grants or "mini-crashes" and four more schools will receive carpet grants from Mohawk Flooring. Details can be found at gucufoundation.org/schoolcrashers.

About School Crashers 
School Crashers is Georgia United Foundation's largest community service program that offers schools across the state the opportunity to apply for a school facility makeover. The nomination period is typically open in March and anyone can nominate a deserving school by submitting a 250-word statement explaining why their school should receive a makeover along with supporting photos of the areas in need. Over the last five years, the program has provided 33 makeovers totaling over $1MM in improvements. Visit gucufoundation.org/schoolcrashers for details and photos of previous school recipients.

About the Georgia United Foundation 
Georgia United Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life for children and families in the communities they serve through impactful programs funded by way of corporate contributions and delivered through volunteerism from the credit union and community partners. The Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization and is the philanthropic arm of Georgia United Credit Union. Visit gucufoundation.org to learn more.

About Georgia United Credit Union 
Georgia United Credit Union is an award-winning financial leader and partner in education. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia United is ranked as one of the state's largest credit unions with $1.3 billion in assets, 163,000 members and 19 branch locations. As a full-service financial institution, they offer competitive products and services for every stage of life. Visit gucu.org to learn more and follow the credit union on Facebook at facebook.com/GeorgiaUnitedCU, Twitter @GAUnitedCU and Instagram @gucucares.

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AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 13, 2019

JMJ Associates (JMJ), the leading global management consultancy specializing in safety leadership and project performance has appointed Flo Mostaccero as Partner for Major Capital Projects. With over 30 years of international and regional experience in delivering large complex capital projects, Ms. Mostaccero assumes global responsibility for JMJ's Major Capital Projects practice. Located in JMJ's corporate offices in Austin, Texas, Ms. Mostaccero will oversee the firm's continued growth in serving both owners and contractors to assure safety, quality and high performance on Major Capital Projects. 
 
"We are delighted that Flo has joined JMJ," said Sue Steele, CEO. "Flo has unrivaled experience which makes her a stand out in the Major Capital Projects market. JMJ has a proud history of working on some of the world's most complex and iconic projects – many of which have won awards for both safety and project performance. As we continue to expand our presence in this market sector, we will be drawing on Flo's extensive background in project execution. Flo's knowledge will significantly strengthen the value of our business offerings, which includes the delivery of high-quality projects on schedule within budget and Incident and Injury-Free."

Ms. Mostaccero has served in executive roles for project owners and as well as engineering, procurement, and construction companies, supporting multimillion-dollar oil and gas, chemicals, mining and brewery projects. Having led multidisciplinary teams, her expertise spans the project lifecycle, including the interdependencies between people, processes, and technologies. She is also recognized as a global expert in the set-up, transition, execution and continuous improvement of alliances, having led alliance programs across industries from pharmaceuticals to mining to oil and gas. Her approach to projects and alliances are built on world-class manufacturing practices, where she led the delivery of one of the world's most highly automated breweries, resulting in full production in one third of a historical ramp-up time.

"I am delighted to be joining JMJ at such an exciting time as we focus on helping our clients deliver on high risk, complex mega capital projects – and do so safely. Alignment and commitment around the project's interdependent success criteria among multiple owners and contractors are of paramount importance," said Ms. Mostaccero. "I look forward to partnering with our clients across all aspects of project conceptualization, design, delivery, operations and maintenance turnarounds to generate significate and lasting asset value."

Prior to joining JMJ, Ms. Mostaccero was the Vice President of Enterprise Project Delivery Centre of Excellence at Jacobs, a $15 billion revenue company. There she led improvements in project delivery across three lines of its business. Prior to that, Flo was the Vice President of Operations, Mining, Minerals and Technology in Asia, leading operations with over 850 people as well as executive oversight of sustaining capital projects for industrial clients.

About JMJ Associates:

JMJ is a global management consulting firm, specializing in business transformation, leadership, safety and project performance for the world's largest energy, manufacturing, construction, logistics and aerospace companies. For more than 31 years, JMJ has helped clients create breakthroughs in complex business and organizational issues — including safety, productivity and quality. Please visit http://www.jmj.com to learn more.

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SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

In honor of World Mosquito Day, observed annually on August 20, the American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) is working to increase awareness of the importance of mosquito control and encourages the public to visit the AMCA Web site, http://www.mosquito.org, for important mosquito information.

World Mosquito Day originated in 1897 by Dr. Ronald Ross of the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. After dissecting mosquitoes known to have fed on a patient with malaria, Ross discovered the malaria parasite in the stomach wall of the mosquito. Through further research using malarious birds, Ross was able to ascertain the entire life cycle of the malarial parasite, including its presence in the mosquito's salivary glands. Ross confirmed that malaria is transmitted from infected birds to healthy ones by the bite of a mosquito, a finding that suggested the disease's mode of transmission to humans. For his findings, Ross is credited with the discovery of the transmission of malaria by the mosquito, and was honored with a Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1902.

Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 350-500 million cases of malaria occur worldwide each year, and more than one million people die, most of them young children in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. Mosquitoes cause more human suffering than any other organism, and afflict not only humans, but animals as well. In addition, Zika Virus has infected millions in the Western Hemisphere over the past few years and now threatens the United States.

AMCA Technical Advisor, Joe Conlon states, "Mosquitoes remain the number one killer of humans on this planet. As humans come into increasing contact with exotic diseases as travel, trade and tourism proliferate, we would do well to appreciate the vital role mosquito control efforts play in keeping our children, families and communities safe from preventable disease," Jason Kinley, President of the American Mosquito Control Association, agrees, and further states, "The world needs mosquito control. Without it, human health, human food supplies, and overall human welfare would be unrecognizably poor."

The American Mosquito Control Association is the number one resource for mosquito and mosquito control information. The AMCA Web site, http://www.mosquito.org, contains valuable information, such as tips for controlling mosquitoes around the home, what attracts mosquitoes, information on repellants, and more.

The American Mosquito Control Association is an international, scientific association of nearly 1,500 public health professionals dedicated to preserving the public's health and well-being through safe, environmentally sound mosquito control. Founded in 1935, membership extends to more than 50 countries, and includes individuals and public agencies engaged in mosquito control, mosquito research and related activities.

For more information about AMCA or World Mosquito Day, contact AMCA Headquarters: phone: 888-626-0630; amca(at)mosquito(dot)org or visit the Web site at http://www.mosquito.org.

AMCA technical advisor Joseph Conlon is available for interviews at 904-215-9660 or conlonamcata(at)gmail(dot)com.



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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, ARK. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC, (CMSW) a start-up premium spring, artesian & mineral bottled water company, announced today that it has received a very favorable Phase I Hydrogeology Report.

CMSW's venture with its to be built bottling facility at its source water tract in the Ouachita Mountains of west central Arkansas is making progress. Once funding is completed and their water bottling production facility is in place, the Caddo development will access and produce unsurpassed quality spring, artesian and mineral water from their Company owned water producing tract on a sustainable basis.

The project will involve the construction of a new bottling facility where the Company will "bottle at the source" of their premium sustainable water.

Caddo recently received a completed Phase I Hydrogeology Report from ATOKA, Inc. It had earlier commissioned ATOKA, Inc. - a Professional Engineering and Environmental Consulting Services firm to do the study for them.

"We chose ATOKA based on their ability and Arkansas heritage," said Barry Davidson, CEO of CMSW. "We believe we got a top flight team of highly skilled and experienced hydrogeologists to do the Phase I Hydrogeology Report. Our consulting firm project team leader has global experience with more than 1,200 Hydrogeology Reports to his credit."

"We wanted additional developmental and sustainability documentation about our Arkansas source water tract from an outstanding third party hydrogeology engineering and consulting firm. We felt good about our previous spring, artesian and mineral water developmental borehole work, but we needed the Phase I Hydrogeology Report to document our entire water resource," according to Caddo's Managing Member.

According to the ATOKA study, Caddo's source water tract contains water flowing from both the Bigfork and Womble geological formations. The Bigfork formation is renowned for its high volume water producing characteristics. The source water production from the Caddo tract will be sustainable to meet the Company's needs for the foreseeable future.

"We feel really good about our source water tract - based on the ATOKA report our future water production will be both scalable and sustainable. Sustainability and stewardship of the environment are extremely important to us," said Barry Davidson.

The start of water bottling production from the Caddo facility is expected in eight or nine months from completion of the Company's equity investor capital raise program. In January, Caddo announced >$1 Million in economic incentives from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission.

More about CMSW 
Barry also had this to say about his Company's ESG Impact mission: "As I have stated before - It is thrilling for us to tip the scale in an economically depressed area of our State by providing good manufacturing jobs and a great socially responsible consumer product. We are promoting stewardship of the environment thru our use of Solar Power. It is a natural fit for us given our project's other outstanding attributes. Sustainability attracts the socially responsible segment of the population who get to decide on the overall worthiness of missions & products."

Barry had the following to say about their Company & its water: "We are making progress on this project. We have known from the beginning that a start-up venture with a rural module is an equity investor challenge! However, we have confidence in our unsurpassed sustainable quality water, the rewards it offers in a robust marketplace with a smart consumer. Our spring, artesian and mineral water is pristine & protected with a great legacy. Our company's Social Impact mission and Eco-friendly position is exemplified by our commitment to good manufacturing jobs, sustainable energy and water. We believe that people everywhere will enjoy watching our outstanding development in progress as well as consuming our water. Our target consumer is health conscious, cares about the purity of the water and stewardship of the environment."



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MIDDLETON, MASS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

BLR—Business & Legal Resources, the leading provider of employment, safety, and environmental compliance information and technology, is pleased to announce the fourth annual Safety Culture conference, coming September 18–20 to Denver, Colorado.

Safety Culture 2019 will be the leading experience that will provide attendees with the expert-sourced, use-them-now tactics for improving safety management and performance. The most effective way to keep employees safe and avoid Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fines is to create an effective workplace safety culture and develop advocates for safety initiatives. What's more, a strong safety culture can lower workers' compensation costs and insurance premiums, increase employee retention, and lead to fewer lost workdays. This curriculum will outline the latest best practices for implementation, with additional preconference workshops on behavior-based safety, safety culture for temporary workers, and leadership development.

Attendees will learn practical, proven strategies for:

Utilizing job hazard analysis and risk assessment to improve workplace safety outcomes

Implementing behavior-based safety practices

Measuring the success of your safety culture

Identifying and mitigating threatening behaviors and culture risk factors

Training and implementing successful safety leadership

Improving employee motivation and engagement

And much more

"The first step in improving workplace safety is to create an effective safety culture," said Amanda Czepiel, JD, senior managing editor of environment, health, and safety (EHS) for BLR. "Safety Culture 2019 will arm safety and HR managers alike with the tools they need to create a world-class safety culture in their organization to foster leadership and boost safety engagement and buy-in across all members of the team."

This event will take place at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Denver Convention Center in the heart of Denver, Colorado. For more information, please visit safetyculture.blr.com.

About Simplify Compliance 
Simplify Compliance helps its customers learn, comply, and succeed by providing mission-critical regulatory and business information, analysis, and tools. Serving a range of industries—including financial services, health care, human capital management, and telecommunications—Simplify Compliance provides timesaving products and solutions that help U.S.-based businesses and their employees monitor compliance, optimize financial performance, and create and implement best practices.

Simplify Compliance operates BLR, CCMI, and H3.Group business units.

About BLR 
BLR—Business & Legal Resources helps U.S. businesses simplify compliance with state and federal legal requirements. In-house experts and an exclusive attorney network provide comprehensive, reliable state-specific information for businesses in all 50 states. Award-winning products and solutions—including training programs, events, Web portals, reports, and subscription services—give businesses of all sizes and industries the best tools available at affordable prices. For more information on their offerings, visit http://www.blr.com.

Contact 
Justin Surgent 
Senior Marketing Coordinator | Professional Development 
BLR—Business & Legal Resources 
35 Village Road 
Middleton, MA 01949 
860-510-0100, Ext. 3123

jsurgent(at)blr(dot)com 
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HAMILTON, ONTARIO (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

National Curb Appeal Month in August is the ideal time for homeowners to upgrade the look of walkways, steps and porches. Transforming ugly, cracked concrete can add both beauty and value to a home's exterior.

One of the easiest and most economical ways to achieve an exterior transformation is with do-it-yourself stone coatings. Developed by Daich Coatings, the high-performance concrete coatings are actually made of stone with a "Stone Texture Roller" used to apply the products, providing a rustic, anti-slip surface.

"For more than 20 years we've offered our real stone coatings," says Peter Daich, president of Daich Coatings. "These are not concrete paints. Each product is made of a selected mix of stone in a specialized bonding polymer. This provides a durable, beautiful finish with proven long-term performance against extreme cold temperatures, soaring heat, UV rays and severe weather conditions."

Easy as Painting

For people who like to stand and use a roller, Daich Coatings offers the options of RollerRock, Terrazzo and SpreadStone.

"If you're looking for a super-quick, attractive and slip-resistant finish, then RollerRock or Terrazzo are good choices," says Daich. "These products are all water-based, practically odorless and contain low VOCs."

RollerRock, which requires no primer, comes in 15 colors and provides a clean, speckled stone appearance. A Stone Texture Roller helps any homeowner achieve a rustic, textured stone anti-slip surface. Two coats of RollerRock are recommended about three to four hours apart, followed by a clear sealer the next day.

Terrazzo can also be applied with a Stone Texture Roller and requires no primer and, in many cases, no sealer. The lightly-textured decorative slip-resistant formula is fully pre-mixed and comes in ivory, tan or gray.

And for those who want the authentic look of tile or natural stone, indoors or out, the SpreadStone Decorative Concrete Resurfacing Kit is a complete solution with all coatings. A specialized applicator for achieving stunning decorative results is included, making it easy for anyone to apply.

Currently available in five color finishes, the versatile pre-mixed SpreadStone stone coating resists cracks, impact, abrasions and chemicals. The product rolls on easily over a primed seamless or stenciled surface. After the first coat dries, a second coat in a different color may be applied to create a unique color distinction.

Trowel Applications

Those homeowners wishing for a thicker, plaster-like application may choose the SpreadStone product in the trowel-applied version.

"SpreadStone's trowel-on formula is the original mix that has been installed by contractors and homeowners alike for more than 25 years," says Daich. "The buttery-soft stone formula spreads on like cement. However, you won't have the problems inherent with cement-based materials that are commonly subject to cracking and water penetration.

"SpreadStone is a tough, flexible, highly water-resistant product. Users can get creative and produce stunning stone textures with a variety of easy techniques. There are limitless possibilities to increasing the decorative exterior of a home with this easy-to-apply product."

Even Easier Trowel Applications

For a very quick and easy standing trowel application, homeowners may consider SpreadRock stone coating. Applied from a comfortable standing position using a squeegee, this product provides an elegantly authentic speckled granite coating ideal for porches, steps, walkways and entrances.

SpreadRock can be applied to both horizontal and vertical surfaces, making it ideal for foundation and retaining walls. Any of five colors may be put on after a primer has been applied. Hi-Build Ultra Clear Coat should be added as a topcoat the next day.

"The advanced chemistry of SpreadRock allows it to resist salt, mold, mildew, impact, abrasion, chemicals and freeze/thaw conditions," says Daich. "Just as with our other products, SpreadRock offers the beauty of speckled granite married with the strength of stone.

"The many colors available in our concrete coatings make any of our products a terrific way to add curb appeal to a home exterior. Whether you're giving a worn-out patio or sidewalk a new look, or selecting a texture and color to complement your siding, Daich Coatings are the economical way to add style and value to your home."

Daich Coatings primers and decorative concrete products are available online at The Home Depotor online at https://www.daichcoatings.com/buy_daich.html.



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ST. LOUIS (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

At the 2019 Fish Window Cleaning Annual Convention, the top franchisees were recognized for their commitment to growing the FISH brand and providing top-quality service. The event took place in St. Louis from Thursday, July 25, through Saturday, July 27. The awards recognize franchisees who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in the last year.

John and Laurie Reinagel from New Orleans were named Franchisees of the Year. The winners were selected based on a wide variety of qualifications, including growth by at least 300 new accounts, quality of customer service, ability to maintain a positive attitude, support of preferred vendor program and generally upholding the Fish Window Cleaning name, brand and overall reputation. The franchisee(s) must also have been open for at least five years to be eligible for this award. The Reinagels have demonstrated outstanding work ethic and have proven themselves to be ideal franchisees; as a result, they were this year's big winners.

The Top Producers Award is given to the three franchisees who have the highest total revenues from January through December. This year's award winners were Paul Pierce of Boston, Massachusetts, Kevin Brown and Nick Brown from Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Randy Cross of Grand Rapids, Michigan. These franchisees have demonstrated their commitment to growing Fish Window Cleaning and have been a tremendous asset to the brand.

Next, the Rising Star Award is presented to one franchisee from each district. Given by their Franchise Support Specialist, this award recognizes the achievements of a franchisee in all aspects of their business. Qualifications include growth, profit, compliance with Franchise Agreement and more. This year's winners are Trent Peneston from Porter, Texas, Tom Sandler of Corona, California, Edward Schafer from Matawan, New Jersey, and Bill and Josie Soots, hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana.

"Once again, our annual convention was a huge success," says Mike Merrick, CEO of Fish Window Cleaning. "We always have a great time at our conferences. It's great to see our franchisees from all over the country come together to learn, grow and connect. They work hard day-in and day-out to grow our brand and serve our customers. We feel their efforts deserve to be recognized. Thus, we are happy to present this year's award winners."

Additional award recipients include:

Soaring Eagle (s) – A franchisee who buys an existing business and takes it to a higher level. 
Ray Hewins – Riverdale, New Jersey

Star Performer Small – A franchisee within a small market population who has the highest total revenues from January through December. 
Jordan and Katie Newton – College Station, Texas

Star Performer Standard – A franchisee within a standard market population who has the highest total revenues from January through December. 
John and Sara English – O'Fallon, Missouri

Star Performer Executive – A franchisee within an executive market population who has the highest total revenues from January through December. 
Kevin Brown and Nick Brown – Kalamazoo, Michigan

Rookie of the Year – The franchisee who has exhibited exemplary performance during their first 12 months in business. This includes sales, growth, and management. The Rookie of the Year is a franchisee to keep your eye on. He or she is on the way to dominating his or her market. 
Cole Robinson – Tampa, Florida

In addition to the awards ceremony, the annual convention featured OSHA training sessions, round table discussions, break out educational sessions, educational presentations, social events and more. Topics covered included customer service, FISH training materials, recommended recruitment strategies, preferred sales techniques as well as marketing tips, tricks and best practices.

Fish Window Cleaning is the world's largest window cleaning company with over 275 franchise territories across 45 states. For more information on franchise opportunities, visit http://www.fwcfranchise.com/

About Fish Window Cleaning 
Fish Window Cleaning was founded in St. Louis in 1978 and is now the largest window cleaning franchise in the country with over 275 nationwide locations. FISH provides service to more than 200,000 commercial and residential customers nationwide. Free estimates and customized service plans tailored to each customer's needs and budget are just a few offered benefits. For more information, visit http://www.fishwindowcleaning.com, or call 1-877-707-FISH (3474).



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MIAMI (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

EcoSystems, a water and energy conservation company that designs and implements programs that have saved over 2 billion gallons of freshwater and $15 million in utility costs, is pleased to reveal its rank as Number 75 on the Inc. 5000 list, the most esteemed ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The firm, founded in 2012, makes its debut on the prestigious list this year, with its three-year revenue growth of 4,234 percent—the second fastest-growing company in the Environmental Services category.

"We are honored to be included in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. This acknowledgment is a result of our entire team's hard work paired with the dedication of our firm and our partners to prove that conservation is good for business," said Richard Lamondin, Jr., CEO of EcoSystems.

Notable projects leading to EcoSystems' placement on the 2019 Inc. 5000 list include the largest continuous water conservation retrofit in history(spanning 23 properties totaling 12,668 bathrooms in 8,615 units), a partnership with Denver Water, acquiring a Denver-based sustainability firm and hiring a vice president of sales to expand the business.

"To be a firm of blue-collar origins and have a place on this prestigious list is not typical today," added Richard. "My brother Lawrence and I started EcoSystems in 2012 with $5,000. We maintained a side hustle in real estate to pay our bills, all while working projects in the field, running the company from our living room and not paying ourselves a salary until 2017. We are proud of where we have been, and who we are today. We look forward to continuing to build the team and bringing sustainable solutions to help our environment for years to come."

This year, companies that made the list have been competitive both within their markets and as well as on the list as a whole. The 2019 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 454 percent, and a median rate of 157 percent. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue was $237.7 billion in 2018, accounting for 1,216,308 jobs over the past three years.

"The companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have followed many different paths to success," said Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "There's no single course you can follow or investment you can take that will guarantee this kind of spectacular growth. But what they have in common is persistence and seizing opportunities."

The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring the top companies will be held October 10 to 12, 2019, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. Speakers include some of the greatest innovators and business leaders of our generation. The full list of acknowledged companies is available at Inc.com, and the top 500 companies will be featured in the September issue of Inc.

To learn more about EcoSystems and its mission, visit http://www.ecosystems.com.

About EcoSystems 
EcoSystems partners with property owners to provide turnkey solutions that promote smarter, more efficient uses of water and energy, and empower people and businesses by eliminating waste and cutting costs. In a matter of weeks, EcoSystems helps properties save up to 55% on sink usage, 40% on shower usage, 20-30% for lighting, HVAC, and controls upgrades, and 50-100+ % on toilet usage. For more information, visit http://www.ecosystems.com.

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology 
The 2019 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2015 and 2018. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2015. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2018. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired). The minimum revenue required for 2015 is $100,000; the minimum for 2018 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.'s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media 
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Inc. took home the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 20,000,000 today. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.



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DENVER (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

If you own mineral rights, the most important question you need an answer to is "What are my minerals worth?" While several variables influence mineral rights value, the most important are location, activity and commodity pricing.

Location

Where your mineral rights are located will have a profound impact on value. Mineral rights in states like Wyoming, Colorado and North Dakota that have large oil and gas reserves, and allow for the development of such, are understandably much more valuable than mineral rights in other states, where there is either no known oil and gas reserves or development is not allowed by law.

If you do own minerals rights in an oil-rich area, there is still a wide range of possible values based on exactly where your acreage is. This is because of the way oil is 'assigned' to wells, also known as pooling. When an operator applies for a permit to drill a well, it has to denote from which acreage the oil is being extracted from. Different states use different pooling methodologies, but no matter which is used, there are boundaries created that dictate whose minerals are being included in a well and whose are not. This is why it is difficult to assign a value to your mineral rights based on what someone who lives nearby sold for or received an offer to sell for as the owner whose oil is getting pooled minerals will be worth considerably more than the owner who is not. This leads to the second main function of value: Activity.

Activity

In order for mineral rights to have ANY value, there has to be the possibility of extracting oil and gas out of the ground. You could be sitting on the largest oil reserve in the world, but if there is no way to get that oil above ground and into a refinery, it is worthless. Mineral rights located in areas where there is a lot of drilling activity will be more valuable than those were there is not activity. This is because until a well is drilled and oil and gas are extracted, the mineral rights only represent potential value, not actual value. As we learned above, just because you see a drilling rig close to your property, that doesn't necessarily mean your minerals are going to be pooled in a well. The more nearby activity, the better, but again, just because your friend that lives a few miles down the road received a substantial offer for his mineral rights, does not mean your mineral rights are worth the same.

As this report and the section below demonstrate, oil prices are a significant driver of drilling activity. Another major influencer of activity is the political or legislative environment. For example, Colorado's oil and gas industry has had several legislative measures come to vote in recent years and the recently passed SB181 has created uncertainty about the viability of drilling in certain areas. This, in turn, has a negative impact on drilling activity.

One of the primary drivers of activity is the third major prong of mineral rights value: Commodity Pricing.

Commodity Pricing

Oil is the most volatile commodity in the world. Prices can swing 20% in just a matter of days, and 50-75% over several months. When prices are stable or rising, there is generally an uptick in drilling activity (as evidenced by this article) and conversely, when prices are falling, drilling activity will decline. Wells have to be economical for an operator to want to invest the capital to drill a well. Technology continually pushes down the break-even point for oil and gas wells, but there are prices of oil where operators will cease operations as it costs more to produce the oil than they can sell it for. This will obviously have a dramatic impact on the value of your mineral rights. If it costs more to extract your oil than the oil can be sold for, it means your mineral rights will never be extracted and are thus worthless.

The volatility of oil prices also means that the value of your mineral rights today will likely be significantly different than they were last year and will be next year. It is for this reason a lot of mineral rights owners ultimately decide to sell; so they can invest in a more stable asset class that generates predictable cash flow.

The only way to truly know what your minerals are worth is to solicit a qualified offer from a reputable mineral rights company. If you would like to receive an offer from The Petram Group for your mineral rights, please contact us at contact(at)thepetramgroup.com.



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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLO. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Biolife, LLC, a leading designer, developer, and manufacturer of unique cremation urns catering to families looking for eco-friendly and meaningful afterlife options, announced the United States Patent and Trademark Office issued a new patent on August 13th, 2019 for The Living Urn.

The new patent, US 10,376,435, includes claims covering Biolife's flagship product, The Living Urn, a biodegradable urn and planting system designed to grow a memorial tree from an urn containing cremated remains. A previously issued member of this patent family includes U.S. patent 10,123,926 which was issued late last year.

Mark Brewer, Biolife's President, commented, "We're excited to receive this new patent that further bolsters our intellectual property for The Living Urn. We continue to develop and introduce new and unique eco-friendly products for the funeral industry with the goal of helping families have more meaningful and personal memorial options. As part of this process, we've filed multiple patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to protect our inventions and technology. This not only protects us, but also protects our distributors and funeral home partners who sell our proprietary products."

About Biolife, LLC    

Biolife, LLC, based in Colorado, develops and markets unique market leading cremation urnscatering to families looking for eco-friendly and meaningful afterlife options. Its expanding product offering is designed to help families have special memorial experiences and includes The Living Urn, the leading bio urn and planting system in the U.S. designed to grow a tree with cremated remains, The Living Urn Indoors, Eco Scattering, a unique bamboo scattering urn, Eco Burial, a unique bamboo burial urn or traditional decorative urn, and Eco Water, an urn that gives families the ability to scatter ashes in water. The company is developing additional eco-friendly urn products that it will launch later this year. 



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GREENCASTLE, IND. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Anticipating the desire for people to learn renewable energy technology and begin entry-level careers in the solar PV industry, ETA International will host a solar panel, or photovoltaic (PV), installer certification workshop with trainer Jay Warmke, PVI, of Blue Rock Station, Ohio. This class is ideal for those who wish to begin a career in solar PV installation, homeowners wanting to install a system on their residence, business owners thinking of installing a system on their building, and architects, engineers or electricians needing to expand their skill sets and business portfolios.

"This training was one of the best theory and hands-on trainings I have ever received and as a result, I have built my second 10KW solar generator - based on the instruction I received," said James Mosley Jr, PVI, Ft. Campbell, KY.

The ETA Photovoltaic Installer (PVI) certificationcourse from Blue Rock Station is designed for beginners, so previous experience with electronics/electricity is not necessary but is helpful. The class will gain real world, hands-on experience to conceptualize a design, compare costs of various products, dismantle, troubleshoot and reinstall the system to ensure proper operation on a working PV system. Along with an emphasis on rooftop safety, attendees will build their first small solar array system and install it with the existing array at the ETA headquarters on Saturday, Sept. 14.

During the course, attendees will learn to size the system according to electrical needs, select the type of system that works best for the situation, select all the components for the system, size the wiring and overcurrent protection, price the system according to size, and select a battery bank (if needed). The workshop will consist of lectures (about 60%) and hands-on labs (about 40%). Upon completion of the workshop, attendees will be able to design from start-to-finish a residential solar PV system, install and troubleshoot it, take ETA's PVI1 certification exam (which comes with a free retake) and begin a career in solar PV installation.

The following are included in the $970 registration fee for the 5-day class: textbook: 'Understanding Photovoltaics: A Study Guide for Solar Electric Certification Programs', starter tool kit, lunches, the ETA PVI certification exam, and hands-on installation experience. Training will take place 8 am-5 pm at the ETA headquarters in Greencastle, IN with the option to add solar panels to ETA's existing array on Saturday. 
Reserve your seat in the PVI1 course today! ETA members can attend this course for just $930. Not a member? Join today by calling 800-288-3824 or signing up online.

ETA-certified PV Installers gain: 

Marketable skills and knowledge in Solar PV Installation.

Entry-level Solar Installer Certification from a 40-year accredited and internationally-recognized professional association.

Solar PV knowledge and hands-on skills training from ETA-approved providers who are tested for their PV knowledge and have their curriculum pre-approved before instructing any ETA-related solar PV class.

Unique hands-on training not offered nor required for certification by any other solar energy organization.

No previous experience installing PV systems required.

ETA awarded its first entry-level Photovoltaic Installer (PVI) certification with the introduction of its Renewable Energy program in 2010 and today, nearly 1500 installers can call themselves ETA-certified professional Solar PV Installers. ETA developed an advanced level of the PVI certification designed for individuals who have significant experience in the design and installation of PV systems. The PVI2 certification focuses on commercial installation, financing options, as well as solar systems project management, and OSHA 10 safety standards. Learn more about ETA's Photovolatic Installer certification program.

O*NETOnline, a division of the U.S. Department of Labor, offers a summary report on Solar Photovoltaic Installer careers, including knowledge, technical skills, work activities, wages and employment trends, as well as where to find training and credentials along with job openings.

About ETA - Since 1978, ETA has delivered over 200,000 certification examinations successfully. Widely recognized and frequently used in worker job selection, hiring processes, pay increases, and advancements, ETA certifications are often required as companies bid on contracts. ETA's certifications are personal and travel with the individual, regardless of employment or status change and measure competencies of persons, not products or vendors. All ETA certifications are accredited through the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) and align with the ISO-17024 standard. ETA is a member of the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA), Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA), and Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA). http://www.eta-i.org

About Blue Rock Station – Blue Rock Station's (BRS) goal is to merge engineering, art and re-use of existing materials. This is accomplished by creating buildings made out of re-used materials to demonstrate a series of alternative building techniques, including the Earthship, straw bale structures, earth bag walls, and whatever else seems to make sense. Workshops at BRS include photovoltaics, tiny house projects, Earthship and sustainable farming, cheese making, and goat college. Blue Rock Station also offers a variety of publications and is open periodically for llama trekking around the beautiful hills of Southeastern Ohio, special events like Earth Day and special open house tours, plus skill building weekends. http://www.bluerockstation.com

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Norton Gusky, the Creator of Design Challenges, initiates real-world projects between high school students and local businesses. "From day one, I make sure the students understand that they are consultants. They are responsible for addressing the issues," Gusky tells C.M. Rubin Founder of CMRubinWorld. According to Gusky, the research on his 2017 – 2018 program indicates that 93% of those who participated found the program relevant and useful.

Design Challenges uses a 7 step curriculum process. All students begin by researching and understanding a significant problem faced by their local employers, then follow a time-line that includes a Kickoff, Midpoint, and Final Presentation in which they reveal their findings and solutions to the organization. Learners work for the Energy Innovation Center, a multi-disciplinary institution in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Gusky explains that the challenges presented to learners have included water management, sustainable energies, planning for green infrastructure, and sustainable food distribution systems. "The student consultants are encouraged to think out of the box and test out their most creative ideas," notes Gusky.

Read the full article here

Norton Gusky is the Founder of Design Challenges. In his teaching for more than 30 years, he has demonstrated the power of technology as a tool for empowering kids, educators and communities. Norton believes that technology offers students a tool for creative production, communications and collaboration. For over 20 years, he worked as the coordinator of educational technology for the Fox Chapel Area School District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He currently works as an educational technology broker.

CMRubinWorld's award-winning series, The Global Search for Education, brings together distinguished thought leaders in education and innovation from around the world to explore the key learning issues faced by most nations. The series has become a highly visible platform for global discourse on 21st century learning, offering a diverse range of innovative ideas which are presented by the series founder, C. M. Rubin, together with the world's leading thinkers.

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Contact Information:

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Inc. magazine today revealed that EE Incentives is No. 209 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino's Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

"Thank you to Inc. Magazine for this great honor. This is truly a reflection of our incredibly talented team and committed business partners." - A. Hamid Andalib, CEO, EE Incentives

Not only have the companies on the 2019 Inc. 5000 (which are listed online at Inc.com, with the top 500 companies featured in the September issue of Inc., available on newsstands August 20) been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists. The 2019 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 454 percent, and a median rate of 157 percent. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue was $237.7 billion in 2018, accounting for 1,216,308 jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

"The companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have followed so many different paths to success," says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "There's no single course you can follow or investment you can take that will guarantee this kind of spectacular growth. But what they have in common is persistence and seizing opportunities."

The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring the companies on the list will be held October 10 to 12, 2019, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. As always, speakers include some of the greatest innovators and business leaders of our generation.

EE Incentives, a division of EnergyEarth, has taken an innovative approach to the 100-year old incentive industry by combining traditional incentives, such as gift cards and prepaid cards, with energy efficient and smart home products. This fresh strategy resonates strongly with millennials and has proven to offer substantially higher customer acquisition, retention and loyalty results compared to traditional incentives, all while providing extraordinary positive environmental impact. To date, EE Incentives' solutions have helped over 2M consumers in North America and the U.K. save an estimated $395M on their utility bills; 2.9B Kilowatt hours of electricity; 7.4B gallons of water; and CO2 emission reduction equivalent to 1.5M trees planted. Please visit our website, eeincentives.com, to see how we have made an impact for our partners and their customers!

Contact: 
Wayne Richardson 
423-531-7172 
wayne.richardson(at)energyearth(dot)com

More About Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology 
The 2019 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2015 and 2018. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2015. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent as of December 31, 2018. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2015 is $100,000; the minimum for 2018 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.'s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media 
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Inc. took home the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 20,000,000 today. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.

The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates the remarkable achievements of these companies. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.

For more information on Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Conference, visit http://conference.inc.com/



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AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Austin, Texas-based global micro-mobility solutions company, Frog Scooters, Inc., announces it has tapped Bradley C. Almond as its Chief Executive Officer.

Starting today, Brad will "hit the ground scooting" to ensure Frog continues its positive momentum of working in partnership with cities around the globe to deploy its commercial grade, heavy-duty scooters to have a presence on four continents by the end of the year.

"With our alternative approach to help cities leap forward to a more sustainable future, we are elated Brad believes in our mission and has enthusiastically accepted this top role at Frog," said Mark Adams, chairman and co-founder of Frog Scooters, Inc. "With his quality experience and deep knowledge of international operations, sales, financial planning, mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, and information technology, Brad brings the full suite of desired leadership skills to guide Frog now during our high-growth global expansion phase, and well into the future."

With over 30 years of experience in the tech sector, Brad joins Frog from customer information systems company, Vertex Business Services in Dallas. For the past six years as Vertex's CFO and as a Business Unit General Manager, he helped guide the company to become a wholly SaaS-based business, resulting in a successful sale of the company in July of 2019. Prior to Vertex, Brad held a wide scope of positions around the globe in international tech companies including CFO, President, Regional General Manager and Board Member.

"Frog has a compelling and unique business model that has already quickly established the company on the global stage," Brad said. "What has already been accomplished is impressive, innovative and inspiring. I'm ready to join this remarkable, mission-driven organization and bring my global tech-meets-finance experience to help quickly scale the business so Frog can make a real sustainable, impact around the world."

Brad brings heavy tech experience and a proven track record in both domestic and international settings of building and leading high-performance teams across all business disciplines. Brad started his career with KPMG and prior to Vertex, he worked at Nortel Networks, Entrust, Inc., Zix Corporation, and Cambium Learning Group. He has a B.B.A. in accounting from Texas A&M, as well as an M.B.A in International Finance from the University of Texas at Austin McCombs School, and an M.A. in International Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. He is currently a Doctoral candidate at Southern Methodist University in the part-time Doctor of Liberal Studies program with a focus on Sustainability.

He joins Mark and others on the Frog executive leadership team including: 
Co-Founder Christian Okonsky, COO Felipe Correa, CMO Jennifer Koen, and CTO Marcus Turner.

As the only scooter company that is truly vertically-integrated, Frog custom designs, manufacturers, deploys, and manages its fleets. It works in direct partnership with cities to meet their sustainable transportation needs. The company's owner/operator model for territory operations and expansion management empowers and facilitates optimum quality control of fleets, strong local partnerships, and direct working relationships with city officials. Territory partners have signed on for Europe, the Americas, the Caribean and most recently for Australia/New Zealand. Frog currently operates in Lisbon, Portugal as well as in four cities in Chile. It will continue expansion in those two countries and will launch activity in Argentina, Australia and The Dominican Republic in the coming months.

About Frog: Formed in Austin, Texas by a team with vast experience in mobility solutions, the global company is committed to providing communities around the world with high quality, reliable and turnkey modes of transportation. Custom designed and manufactured specifically to meet today's high demand rideshare use, Frog scooters offer a more durable, stable and reliable ride to help locals and visitors alike commute, run errands, visit friends, and explore cities in a fun, more efficient, and environmentally-friendly way. Learn more at http://www.gofrog.city.



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WOOD DALE, ILL. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Aaron Equipment Company Inc. relocated its headquarters to its new location in Wood Dale, Illinois on July 19, 2019. The new office is still within the convenient proximity to O'Hare International Airport.

Within the past year, Aaron also purchased a 110,000 square foot crane building in Belvidere, Illinois, approximately 45 minutes from Aaron's new offices. The Belvidere, IL plant will serve as a repair, assembly and storage facility. Aaron also secured additional storage capability in Memphis, TN, Coal City, IL and Spokane, WA.

The entire company, which included the owners, Alan, Michael and Bennett Cohen, celebrated the opening of their new headquarters with a ribbon cutting ceremony. KC Christensen, President of the Packaging Division, presided over the event and spoke about the company's 85-year history and an inspirational vision for the future.

The new address for Aaron Equipment Company is: 
201 Hansen Ct., Suite 125 
Wood Dale, IL 60191

Aaron Equipment Company remains the preeminent dealer of used process equipment and packaging machinery. We will continue to buy and sell high quality equipment, offer asset management, auction and liquidation services.

Aaron is always looking to purchase surplus process and packaging equipment including centrifuges, dryers, generators, kettles, mills, mixers, plastics equipment, reactors, tanks, and silos to name a few. Aaron buys single items, complete lines and entire plants.

For more information on the relocation or to buy and sell surplus process and packaging equipment, please call: 630-350-2200, email: sales@aaronequipment.com or visit: http://www.aaronequipment.com.

Contact Information 
Michael Cohen 
Aaron Equipment Company 
http://https://www.aaronequipment.com/ 
630-350-2200



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BEDFORD HILLS, N.Y. (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

SavATree has announced ArborBuxus, a brand-new foliar fertilizer treatment for its clients. It is specially formulated to enhance the health and vigor of boxwoods. SavATree is the first multi-state tree and shrub care company to offer this specific treatment in the United States.

Boxwoods are one of the most loved evergreen shrubs. Unfortunately, due to a fungal disease called boxwood blight that reached the United States in 2011, they have become increasingly vulnerable in recent years. Over time, the repeated defoliation and dieback caused by the disease kills the plant.

Boxwood blight has ravaged European boxwoods since the 90s. In the Netherlands, the world's largest boxwood nursery has been working on a fertilizer designed specifically to help them recover from and resist boxwood blight.

ArborBuxus will be offered in two forms: ArborBuxus Restore, a rescue nutrient application for actively infected boxwoods, and ArborBuxus Maintain, a blend that helps to keep boxwoods in optimum health and increase disease and insect resistance.

"We've been paying close attention to the developments in the Netherlands, and we're extremely impressed by the work they've done," said SavATree CEO Daniel van Starrenburg. "I'm excited to bring this important treatment to our customers in the United States."

About SavATree 
SavATree provides environmentally sensible tree, shrub, and lawn care to residential, commercial, and government properties throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, and Western regions. Property programs feature organic and hybrid plant health care, general tree care and lawn care—all highly customized to meet the needs of each landscape and steward. Services include tree and shrub pruning, insect and disease management, deer deterrence, and professional lawn care, as well as tree and shrub nutrient/fertilization programs. Learn more at http://www.savatree.com. 



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PALM HARBOR, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Inc. magazine today revealed that Oneils Tree Service is no. 3463 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino's Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

"I am proud of my company and the people I work with on an everyday basis. This is not my award, it is an award to show the progress, professionalism and care of our group at ONeils Tree Service. Arboriculture is our passion and this award shows that a Tree Company can be a bonafide industry leader and you can make a career working in this field. Our company takes pride in their work and are consistently working towards becoming experts in this industry."

Not only have the companies on the 2019 Inc. 5000 (which are listed online at Inc.com, with the top 500 companies featured in the September issue of Inc., available on newsstands August 20) been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists. The 2019 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 454 percent, and a median rate of 157 percent. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue was $237.7 billion in 2018, accounting for 1,216,308 jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

"The companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have followed so many different paths to success," says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "There's no single course you can follow or investment you can take that will guarantee this kind of spectacular growth. But what they have in common is persistence and seizing opportunities."

The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring the companies on the list will be held October 10 to 12, 2019, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. As always, speakers include some of the greatest innovators and business leaders of our generation.

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More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology 
The 2019 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2015 and 2018. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2015. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2018. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2015 is $100,000; the minimum for 2018 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.'s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media 
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Inc. took home the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 20,000,000 today. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.

The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates the remarkable achievements of these companies. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.

For more information on Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Conference, visit http://conference.inc.com/.



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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Imagine H2O and Founding Partners Bluewaterand 11th Hour Racing have announced the 2019 finalists of the Urban Water Challenge, a global deployment program for entrepreneurs reimagining a water-resilient future. Over 220 startups from 38 countries applied to the Challenge representing a diverse range of innovative solutions to the global water crisis - from on-site pollution control to off-grid safe drinking water supply. Imagine H2O's Evaluation Committee selected six businesses from five different countries to be honored at World Water Week in Stockholm.

The Challenge's Founding Partners committed $500,000 in cash awards and pilot funding to validate and scale the winning solutions with fast-growing urban communities globally. Each finalist will showcase their solutions at World Water Week in Stockholm on August 25-30, 2019. Two winners from the cohort will be announced during the Challenge's Award Ceremony hosted by Bluewater and 11th Hour Racing on August 26 and will be eligible for additional pilot funding awards.

"With a quarter of the world's population of 7.7 billion wondering where their next drink of water is coming from, the planet already is coping with a water crisis," said Anders Jacobson, Bluewater President. "It will only get worse as the UN projects that global demand will exceed supply by 40 percent in 2030. We are excited about the innovative solutions that have been developed by the finalists of our second annual Urban Water Challenge. This group of global entrepreneurs shows what is possible for a water-secure future."

Led by a panel of industry experts, the Challenge finalists were evaluated on the basis of commercial viability, market readiness and impact. "It was a privilege to be part of the Evaluation Committee and I commend all the applicants for their tireless efforts to address water challenges around the world," said Michelle Carnevale, Grants Program Director, 11th Hour Racing. "We are thrilled to put a spotlight on the Challenge finalists and their innovative solutions to advancing the UN Sustainable Goals as part of 11th Hour Racing's commitment to the environment through innovation."

Meet the Urban Water Challenge 2019 Finalists: 

Indra: deploying modular, decentralized industrial effluent and wastewater treatment systems in Mumbai.

SmarterHomes: expanding a smart water metering solution to apartment buildings in water stressed communities in Namibia.

StormSensor: providing real-time data and insights to US utilities, allowing them to better manage changing stormwater conditions.

Upepo: integrating low cost measuring devices with Narrow-Band IoT to provide real time revenue and water loss management data to Kenyan utilities.

WatchTower Robotics: scaling an untethered robotic tool for high-accuracy mapping and early leak detection in water distribution networks in Vietnam.

Zilper Trenchless: deploying a trenchless technology in Colombia to install and replace water pipes without the need for excavation.

About Imagine H2O 
Imagine H2O (IH2O) is a nonprofit organization that empowers people to develop and deploy innovation to solve water challenges globally. Since 2009, the organization's water innovation accelerator has helped over 100 startups with the resources, insight and visibility to launch and scale their businesses. In 2017 and 2018, IH2O portfolio companies received 30% of early-stage investment in the water sector. In 2019, IH2O launched its first hub outside the United States. IH2O Asia will be a Singapore-based, regional accelerator program that bridges global innovation to cities and communities across Southeast Asia. https://www.imagineh2o.org/urban-water-challenge

About the Founding Challenge Partners 
11th Hour Racing establishes strategic partnerships within the sailing and maritime communities to promote collaborative, systemic change benefitting the health of our ocean. Since 2010, 11th Hour Racing has been harnessing the power of sport with an innovative and comprehensive approach through three primary areas of engagement: sponsorships, grantees, and ambassadors. Please visit us at http://www.11thhourracing.org.

Bluewater is a world leader in innovating, manufacturing, and commercializing water purification technologies and solutions for residential, business and public use that harness the company's patented second-generation reverse osmosis technology to remove virtually all pollutants from water, including micro plastic fibers, lead, bacteria, pesticides, medical residues, chlorine, and lime-scale. Bluewater is wholly owned by Blue, a Stockholm-based global investment company that serves as a catalyst for innovations that can solve some of the major challenges facing our planet and all living on it. Please visit us at http://www.bluewatergroup.com or http://www.blueab.se.

For more information and updates about the Urban Challenge, please visit https://www.imagineh2o.org/urban-water-challenge, or contact us at connect(at)imagineh2o.org.



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ALEXANDRIA, VA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Good360, the global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, announced today that Matt Connelly will lead the organization in the role of Chief Executive Officer. Connelly has served on the Good360 board for eight years and has been Co-Chairman for the past four. He joins the executive team at Good360 with 32 years of supply chain and logistics experience, most recently as Vice President, Network Operations at UPS.

During his tenure at UPS, Connelly developed the network strategy and design for the U.S. transportation network and was responsible for the sourcing of purchased transportation. Additional accomplishments included executing multiple contracts with the U.S. Postal Service, and leading the integration of Coyote Logistics, a company acquired by UPS. Connelly also has extensive nonprofit experience, working closely with the UPS Foundation to develop its Humanitarian Relief Program and overseeing all in-kind NGO support globally. Additionally, he has served on the American Red Cross Advisory Council for the past five years.

"It's an exciting time at Good360 as we approach the important milestone of $10 billion in goods distributed over our 35-year history, and I'm honored to be named CEO," said Connelly. "Good360 will continue to develop and execute innovative giving solutions for our socially responsible donor partners to maximize social impact through our growing network of more than 80,000 nonprofit members."

Howard Sherman will transition from the role of CEO and will become a strategic advisor to Good360. Connelly and Sherman will work closely with each other, the Board of Directors, and Good360's executive leadership team to ensure a smooth transition.

"Matt Connelly has been a proactive Board member for years and now brings his operational, logistics and executive leadership to Good360 as CEO at a time when we are delivering hundreds of millions of dollars in goods to nonprofits annually and increasing our philanthropic network and capabilities," stated Bob Schwartz, Chairman of Good360. "The entire Board thanks Howard for his contribution to Good360's success over the past three years as CEO. Having his continued mindshare as an advisor will be valuable and shows his passion for our model and the good that we work to do."

About Good360 
Good360's mission is to transform lives by providing hope, dignity, and a sense of renewed possibility to individuals, families, and communities impacted by disasters or other challenging life circumstances who, without us, would struggle to find that hope. As the global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, we partner with socially responsible companies to source highly needed goods and distribute them through our network of diverse nonprofits that support people in need. Good360 has distributed more than $9 billion in donated goods around the world, helping its network of more than 80,000 prequalified nonprofits strengthen communities and improve the lives of millions. Good360 is proud to partner with corporate donors such as Walmart, UPS, CVS Health Foundation, Amazon, Advance Auto Parts, RH, American Eagle Outfitters, Tempur Sealy International, Mattel, Gap, Inc., Levi Strauss & Company, and JPMorganChase. Good360 is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at https://www.good360.org.



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BRISTOL, TENN. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Extreme Kleaner, the non-toxic biodegradable multi-purpose cleaner degreaser, by its parent company, Extreme Energy Solutions, will be available at selected Food City Grocery Stores, which are owned by parent company, K-VA-T Inc. It will be the first time that Extreme Kleaner will be made available in Food City. The Food City locations that are scheduled to carry the product are in proximity of the Bristol Motor Speedway NASCAR Track, home to the Food City 500. Additional stores to be added at a later date.

Race fans can attend the Food City Race Night, in Bristol, and grab themselves a free sample of Extreme Kleaner at the Extreme Kleaner display. In attendance to sign autographs, will be NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver David Starr, Brand Ambassador for Extreme Kleaner. Race fans can also collect up hero cards and fan zone promotional give-aways while supplies last.

The Main Street Premium Brand cleaner product has been mainly available to consumers in the southeast through either independent retailer locations such as hardware stores, auto parts, and direct ship; this is Extreme Kleaner's first launch with a major retailer in the southeast region.

"Extreme Kleaner is very grateful for the opportunity to partner with Food City on this promotion. Both Extreme Kleaner and Food City are brands well recognized within the racing community, and we appreciate the chance to connect with the loyal Food City consumer audience," shared Samuel K. Burlum, CEO/President for Extreme Energy Solutions; parent company for Extreme Kleaner.

"We just ask that race fans give Extreme Kleaner a try, and look for the Extreme Kleaner Point of Purchase Display in a store location near them."

Food City Store locations which will offer Extreme Kleaner for this promotion include: 

2120 South Street, Johnson City, TN 37601

1430 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620

1317 Virginia Ave, Hwy. 421, Bristol, TN 37620

4307 North Street, Carroll Creek Crossing, Johnson City, TN 37615

1911 Moreland Drive, Kingsport, TN 37663

1921 Highway 394, Blountville, TN 37617

6681 Bristol Highway, Piney Flats, TN 37686

100 Bonham Road, Bristol, VA 24201

1320 Euclid Ave, Euclid Avenue Shopping Center, Bristol, VA 24201

396 Towne Centre Drive, Town Centre Shopping Center, Abingdon, VA 24210

Food City was founded in 1955, and is headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia; and remains family owned today. Food City maintains over 123+ store locations throughout the south in Kentucky, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia.

Extreme Kleaner got its start as a local brand, where in 2012 it was packaged and made available for consumers throughout the local area in selected independent family owned retailer locations in the northeast. Fast forward to 2019, and Extreme Kleaner is available in over 600+ retailer locations nationwide, including selected Food City store locations.

Extreme Kleaner, the Main Street Premium Brand since 2012, is available in two formulas: a multi-purpose cleaner-degreaser; and glass, tile and more formula.

Extreme Kleaner has grown in popularity with race fans and racers alike; where Extreme Kleaner can be seen throughout its partnership with ARCA Car Driver Tommy Vigh Jr., and the #10 Extreme Kleaner/Fast Track Racing Team ARCA Entry; currently 6th in the 2019 ARCA Menards Series Point Standings

A portion of every sale of Extreme Kleaner is dedicated toward assisting local and/or regional causes. Former causes which received the benefit of this initiative include Project Help, a cause aimed at helping to eradicate Veteran Homelessness, STEM Education, the performing arts, and non-profit educational forums for environmental and economic sustainability. The product's parent company, Extreme Energy Solutions has also helped sponsor local 5k runs for many good causes.

Extreme Energy Solutions, Extreme Kleaner, and the SMART Emissions Reducer are proud partners of Daytona International Speedway and Daytona 500; and of the ARCA Menards Series. For more information visit http://www.extremeenergysolutions.net.



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BURLINGTON, MASS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Patriot Energy Group, one of the largest and fastest growing retail electricity and natural gas management firms in the U.S., was recently presented with the ABC Excellence Award by Energy Research Consulting Group (ERCG).

The news comes following the conclusion of ERCG's annual survey of the suppliers, aggregators, brokers, and consultants, which assesses a range of indicators critical to those who work with or as third-party intermediaries in restructured energy markets. The ABC Excellence Award represents the highest honor a broker can earn based on the data generated from the study.

"The award illustrates the company's heightened focus on client satisfaction through industry relationships, supplier collaboration on increasing the number of innovative solutions and services available to the market, which Patriot views as critical to driving growth," said Craig Wall, Senior Director of Supplier and Product Management.

"Over 50 top ABC firms were ranked by suppliers in the ERCG survey, and Patriot Energy took the #1 spot this year in Overall Supplier Satisfaction, leapfrogging many in a very strong field. This award is a testament to Patriot's commitment to meeting the ever-changing needs of their customers and their supplier partners," said Young Kim, Principal at ERCG.

Over 180 firms participated in ERCG's study in 2018. ABC Excellence Award rankings are based on surveys of participating suppliers, representing an estimated 78% of U.S. power sales conducted through the ABC segment.

About Patriot Energy Group 
Patriot Energy Group is one of the largest and fastest growing retail electricity and natural gas management firms in the country that operates in all competitive markets throughout the United States. As a client-side energy broker and advisor, Patriot Energy Group works closely with its customers to help manage risks associated with energy costs. Patriot Energy Group has a 17-year proven track record of energy procurement, representing over $500 million in energy spending. Patriot Energy Group offers professionally managed and diverse energy purchasing strategies, which combine unique fixed, index, and hybrid rate structures, as well as a comprehensive suite of energy efficiency and management options. (https://patriotenergygroup.com/)

About ERCG and the 2018 ABC Study 
ERCG provides business intelligence and consulting services to energy market participants on entry strategies, investment opportunities, and market & policy dynamics. The 2018 National ABC Study is a survey-based analysis of third-party intermediaries in restructured energy markets. An online survey was administered during November and December 2018. Over 180 suppliers, aggregators, brokers, and consultants participated. (https://www.ercg-us.com/)



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WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Prescription safety glasses can provide individuals with all of the protection that they need to see well in challenging conditions. Whether they are on the job, on the road, or are working on their favorite hobby, they can rely on a trusted set of prescription safety glasses to protect them from all kinds of flying debris.

Those in the market for prescription safety glasses can purchase their glasses from a wide range of brick and mortar and online stores. But that said, five companies offer a large selection of high-quality, functional prescription safety glasses. Not only that, but they offer tremendous customer service, giving purchasers the confidence that they will purchase the best prescription safety glasses for their individual needs.

Therefore, purchasers should seriously consider buying their next pair of prescription safety glasses from the retailers listed below. Whether they are first-time or repeat purchasers, the following companies will make the experience as seamless as possible.

The Top Companies Selling Prescription Safety Glasses

1. Rx-Safety

First on our list is Rx-Safety. Rx-Safety is a family-owned manufacturing company that focuses on delivering the highest quality eyewear to customers. Over the past two decades, Rx-Safety has grown from four employees to sixty. Nevertheless, the company has stayed humble to its original roots, prioritizing white glove customer service, a wide selection of eyewear, and vast customization options.

Upon visiting Rx-Safety's website, purchasers will discover a robust collection of prescription safety glasses. The company sells some of the best-known names in prescription safety eyewear, including Wiley X, Rx-Safety House Brand, Wolverine, OnGuard, and armouRx. Purchasers can select from a wide range of designs like goggle safety glasses, plastic safety glasses, wraparound safety glasses, lighted safety glasses, and rimless safety glasses. All of these glasses come in different colors and designs, giving purchasers the maximum amount of choice when making their decision.

Rx-Safety makes it easy to search through its collection. All purchasers need to do is use the filter options on the left side of the prescription safety glasses homepage. Purchasers can filter Rx-Safety's collection based on factors like brand, age group, activities, face shape, frame colors, and even safety rating. With fast shipping times and terrific customer service, Rx-Safety is a great choice if purchasers are looking for a pair of prescription safety glasses.

2. VS Eyewear

Next, there is VS Eyewear. Like Rx-Safety, VS Eyewear is a family-owned eyewear store that offers a long list of prescription safety eyewear. In addition to a full line of safety eyewear, VS Eyewear carries Z87 certified prescription safety glasses from brands like Wiley X, Bobster, ESS, Smith Optics, Spy, and onGuard. Purchasers can also select from different types of prescription safety glasses. Some choices include wrap around safety frames, metal safety frames, rimless safety glasses, and plastic safety frames.

Along with these default options, VS Eyewearoffers a wide range of customization. The company has partnered with a lab offering full prescription options, so all work is done in-house. Regardless of a purchaser's prescription of their particular eyewear needs, they will be able to find a fine pair of prescription safety glasses at VS Eyewear. The company's collection is affordable and most prescription orders take around two weeks to process before shipping.

3. MyEyewear2Go

From VS Eyewear, purchasers may want to check out MyEyewear2Go. MyEyewear2Go is the self-described "leader in prescription eyewear," offering "top brands at discount prices." MyEyewear2Go is a family company that has over 100 years of experience in the optical industry and brings this experience to customers today.

While MyEyewear2Go sells many types of eyeglasses, sunglasses, reading glasses, and sports glasses, it is also known for selling great prescription safety glasses. Purchasers can select from some of eyewear's most recognized brands, like armouRx, Phillips Safety, Wiley X, Wolverine, Hudson Optical, and more. If a purchaser is focused on the style of their prescription safety glasses, MyEyewear2Go offers prescription safety glasses with many different designs and colors. Some of those colors include amber, black, copper, orange, and yellow, but there are many others. Many of MyEyewear2Go's prescription safety glasses are less than $100, allowing purchasers to find their next pair of prescription safety glasses without breaking the bank. Most prescription orders take about three to ten business days to process before shipping.

4.Marvel Optics

Next, there is Marvel Optics. Marvel Optics describes itself as the number one online prescription eyeglass store. According to its origin story, the company was created with customers in mind who were looking for quality eyewear at a fair price. Marvel Optics offers many prescription safety glasses and prescription safety sunglasses, giving purchasers the freedom to find the perfect pair that meets all of their functional and design needs.

Upon visiting Marvel Optics' prescription safety glasses page, purchasers will see that they can filter the collection by several different factors. For instance, if a purchaser is sensitive to price, they can find a list of affordable, high-quality prescription safety glasses. If a purchaser wants certain materials or colors in their glasses, they can easily find those as well. They can even filter by size or prescription type. If a purchaser needs even more customization, the company provides the Marvel Optics Rx Safety Eyeglass Program, which can provide exclusively designed protective eyewear.

5. FramesDirect

Finally, another great company selling prescription safety glasses is FramesDirect.com. FramesDirect.com is known for offering premium eyewear to consumers—including prescription safety eyewear. The company was founded in 1996 by two Texas-based optometrists. Since the founding of the company, FramesDirect.com has sold eyewear to over one million customers around the world.

The prescription safety glasses collection at FramesDirect.com can serve purchasers well, whether they work at a challenging day job or simply want more protection when working in their home shed. Some available brands for customers include Titmus and Caterpillar. Like some of the other retailers on this list, FramesDirect.com also offers a long list of available color options. Some of the available options include black, blue, red, brown, and tortoise.

FramesDirect.com prides itself on its affordable pricing options. In fact, the company has a price match guarantee, ensuring that all purchasers will obtain the best possible price for their new frames. The company timely ships its products to any location in the world, meaning that purchasers will not need to wait long in order to receive their new set of prescription safety glasses. If a purchaser needs to exchange or return an item for any reason, they have thirty days to do so.

Start Shopping Today

Purchasing a pair of prescription safety glasses can be stressful and confusing. Many retailers are selling this eyewear and the list of available options can be overwhelming. This is why it is so important to purchase prescription safety eyewear from first-in-class retailers.

Ultimately, the five retailers listed above are terrific options if individuals are looking to purchase prescription safety eyewear. These retailers not only provide a wide selection of frame and lens options, but they offer competitive pricing and terrific customer service. Whether a purchaser needs a replacement pair of prescription safety glasses or is searching for his or her first pair, they can be confident when making a purchase from any of these five companies.



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NATCHEZ, MISS. (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

Delta-Energy Group LLC has obtained ISO 9001:2015 certification for its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Natchez, Mississippi with respect to the company's Quality Management System of processing end-of-life tires to recover carbon black, solvents and other related chemical products, effective July 1, 2019.

At the end of 3Q 2019, the Delta-Energy facility in Natchez will be capable of processing rubber from as many as 3 million tires annually. The patented process yields about 11,000 tons of recovered carbon black and 90,000 barrels of liquids and solvents.

According to Delta-Energy CEO, Jeffrey Flannery, "The adoption of a quality management system is a strategic decision for the organization that helps improve overall performance and provides a basis for sustainable development initiatives. We believe our products are technically superior, however many existing and potential customers prefer or require vendors with ISO certification. This new ISO status widens Delta Energy's potential customer base."

About Delta-Energy Group, LLC 
For more than eight years, Delta-Energy has been a leader in the development of technology that recovers carbon black and other chemicals from end-of-life tires. Recovered carbon black is used in the manufacture of tires, rubber products, plastics and colorants. Delta-Energy provides a revolutionary solution to the environmental issue of hundreds of millions of scrap tires produced every year while providing clients with quality materials that meet their performance requirements.



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CINCINNATI (PRWEB) AUGUST 14, 2019

TrueChoicePack was recognized as being #57 on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America on Wednesday. They are also ranked as the #2 fastest-growing private company in Ohio out of 160 companies that made the list. From 2015-2018, they experienced 4908.4% revenue growth. This is their first appearance on the list. Companies on the 2019 Inc. 5000 list are ranked according to revenue growth between 2015 and 2018. Inc. began releasing its list in 1982. Since then, the list grew to be a prestigious indication of success in business. This achievement puts TrueChoicePack in rarefied company. The elite group TrueChoicePack now joined includes companies such as Microsoft, Timberland, Vizio, Intuit, Chobani, Oracle, LinkedIn and Patagonia.

"We are honored to be named to the Inc. 5000 list. We continue to make marked progress in our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) efforts. TCP's focus is to help our customers to achieve their 'Zero Waste Goals', utilizing the industry-leading BioGreenChoice brand, a 100% biodegradable and compostable product line. Across industries and the world, we continue to see a positive trend of even higher expectations for responsible corporate actions towards sustainability goals, and consumers are demanding packaging that is environmentally friendly and health safe. Therefore, providing top-notch compostable disposable and packaging solutions that are safer for the environment and human health to its customers is TrueChoicePack's top priority" said CEO & Co-Founder Heena Rathore.

"Our company's rapid growth is a result of TrueChoicePack's unique value proposition. Specifically, we have developed a "FOUR R " (reduce, reuse, recycle & renewal) concept after uniquely adding "RENEWABLE". Product offerings include renewable materials like bagasse, corn starch, and wheat straw to transform the packaging and disposables industry. This concept helps customers to use sustainable packaging and products in an affordable way" Rakesh Rathore, Ph.D., COO & Co-Founder of TrueChoicePack, said.

TrueChoicePack's entire team is a group of zealous members striving to positively impact the environment by changing everyday behavior about compostable products, and the perception that they are more expensive. Our founders, Heena and Rakesh Rathore, spent most of their career focused on sustainability and TrueChoicePack was born through a dream to create an everyday product that could impact millions of people.

"The companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have followed so many different paths to success," says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "There's no single course you can follow or investment you can take that will guarantee this kind of spectacular growth. But what they have in common is persistence and seizing opportunities."

TrueChoicePack (TCP) is a total solutions provider for private label brands & customized disposable products. They are a proven expert in the design, manufacturing & distribution of products to the retail and food & beverage industries as well as to consumers. Their goal is to provide customers with disposables that maximize quality, efficiency, sustainability and profitability. To meet these goals, they offer products that are made from renewable and compostable materials as well as traditional plastic and paper materials.

Along with being #57 on the Inc. 5000 list, TCP was named #1 by the Business Courier's Fast 55- the list of the 55 fastest growing companies in Cincinnati. They also received awards from Kroger; Supplier of the Year in 2018 and a notable mention in their 2017 Sustainability Report.

For media inquiries, please reach out to Karly Nemeth (knemeth@treuchoicepack.com) Rakesh Rathore(rrathore@truechoicepack.com) or call our office at 937-630-3832.



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EMERYVILLE, CALIF. (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

Evocative, Inc shifts towards greener energy solutions in their Northern California data centers with the recent installation of airside economization units in Emeryville, and the installation of high-efficiency precision cooling systems in San Jose. "As of this quarter, PUE levels have improved by 38% in our Emeryville facility" states Evocative's Emeryville Site Manager Rory Armijo.

Built in the early 2000s at the end of the ".com" era, Evocative's Emeryville and San Jose facilities are considered 2nd generation data centers. Back then, data center operators placed greater emphasis on reliability and availability when operating and building facilities. This meant that 2nd generation data centers were not built to Today's standards in efficiency, resulting in higher PUE levels (Power Usage Effectiveness) with their total facility energy usage much higher than the total energy consumed by IT equipment.

Although emphasizing reliability has earned these facilities over 18 years of uptime, Evocative is actively making changes towards greater efficiency by installing new modifications such as energy-saving lighting and airside economizers in its Emeryville data center, and precision cooling systems in San Jose.

less than 0.25 miles from the San Francisco Bay with a constant year-round cool climate, Evocative's Emeryville Data Center was a prime candidate for an airside economization system. With the new airside economizers, cool air is drawn in from the outside environment using large ductwork and fans. After filtering out external particles, the air is then directed into a series of CRAC units to reduce the intake temperature (Partial Economization). If the air is already at the target cooling temperature, it is applied directly to the data center to reduce its heat load (Full Economization). Additionally, if the outside air exceeds the current return temperature in the Data Center, then the Economizer shuts down. This process eliminates the need for mechanical cooling during cooler climate periods, which will significantly lower the PUE ratio and further cut air conditioning costs for data centers.

Since the installation in late October 2018, Evocative's Emeryville location has seen a reduction in the PUE by 38 %. This accomplishment, coupled with its recent retrofitting of the existing traditional fluorescent bulb lighting to a modern LED system, is just the beginning for Evocative Data Centers.

Currently, Evocative is overseeing the installation of two new Liebert DSE 85 high-efficiency precision cooling systems in their San Jose data center.

"Because of this retrofit PUE levels in San Jose are predicted to be 40% more efficient between the late spring and summer months," States VP of Data Center Operations Jay Smith, "and up to 1000% more efficient in the winter months."

With a similar function to Emeryville's airside economizers, the DSE 85 systems utilize a pumped refrigerant economizer that varies cooling and airflow in translation to data center workload requirements all without the use of water. This not only reduces cost, but it increases overall facility efficiency while saving billions of gallons of water each year.

Evocative is very excited about its green initiative, with many anticipated changes to come by the year 2020, including the addition of four more Liebert DSE 85 systems in San Jose, and the replacement of existing AC systems in their Virginia data center. These retrofits to their aging data center infrastructure affirm that Evocative is taking the pivotal steps necessary in being a more eco-friendly, forward-thinking, Data Center Operator.

About Evocative 
Evocative is a leading national provider of secure, compliant hybrid and multi-cloud Internet services company. Evocative provides Network, Colocation, Hosting and multi-cloud services in 5 markets Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Dallas and Reston, VA. For additional information on our services, please visit http://www.evocative.com/.



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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

The initial phase of the paperless project began in 2018 along with the launch of the Green Sunrise strategy – an ambitious growth plan for increasing proximity to airline customers worldwide and provide the best possible wheel and brake support, wherever in the world their aircraft may be. A result of the Green Sunrise is a continuously increasing network of in-house MRO facilities, and thus, it has become vital to develop a stronger data foundation to sustain the growth and ensure that all MRO facilities within the TP Aerospace network continues to meet and exceed the highest standards in the market.

TP Aerospace has managed to use their current ERP system, developed by Component Control, to customize the Paperless System for the company's specific needs and MRO workshops, making all processes involved in raising, completing and signing off a work order electronic. The new system can process work orders from the introduction of a unit, through the maintenance procedures, and to the end of the final inspection where ARC can be signed off electronically.

The Paperless System is a direct data entry method where no paper is needed on any work processes. It will replace the old barcode scanning system, where barcoding was needed on all tools and hard copy work orders. With the new system, the number of procedures to be completed are linked to digital protocols. This provides a stronger quality control and reduces the risk of mistakes.

"The implementation of the Paperless System is a strategic initiative supporting our Green Sunrise growth plan. We want to work smarter and be head of class on MRO processes. With the Paperless System, we have developed a modern and efficient method for easing the workflow, reducing risk of mistakes and ensuring the best possible service to our customers worldwide. And with the best people behind it, we are set to handle complex work orders, in a simple way" says Prashan Ambawatta, Group Technical Director of TP Aerospace.

The new system has already been approved by several aviation authorities around the world, EASA, CASA, CAAM, and CAAT, along with other local authorities, who are expected to approve it later this year. TP Aerospace's Australia facility was the first in line to apply the new system, followed by Malaysia, Bangkok and UK. By 2020, all TP Aerospace facilities are set to be paperless.

About TP Aerospace: 
Recognized as the leading aftermarket wheel and brake provider in the aviation industry, TP Aerospace carries the largest ready-to-go inventory in the market. With our global presence of warehouses, MRO shops and support teams, we provide 24-7-365 support on sale, exchange, loan or lease basis. By combining pool access and asset lease with our extensive in-house MRO capabilities, TP Aerospace can provide airlines and leasing companies with the best possible solutions through all-inclusive exchange - and cost-per-landing programs.

About Component Control: 
Component Control, a CAMP Systems Company, is a leading developer and provider of MRO and Logistics Software solutions for the aviation industry. Supporting the core business of over 1,600 companies in over 60 countries, Quantum Control Software is the undisputed leader in providing advanced aviation management software and services to OEMs, aftermarket service divisions, component repair and overhaul companies, aircraft completion centers, MRO facilities and part distribution/redistribution companies.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

CrewBloom, 100% remote in all its operations, reinforces the value and importance of sustainability. "Traffic in Metro Manila has always been ranked one of the worst on the globe and everyone goes through this ordeal on a day-to-day basis. Giving professionals the freedom to work from home helps in alleviating that issue. As we empower professionals to focus more on their career, they not only have increased productivity at work, giving them the ability to work remotely also lessens our contribution to emit unnecessary carbon dioxide." says Kate Ringcodan, CrewBloom's Filipino co-founder.

Apart from allowing its contractors to work entirely from home, CrewBloom has launched several initiatives for the environment. Here are the company's proactive actions.

According to multiple studies, the average annual carbon dioxide emissions per person is 20 metric tons. With this fact alone, CrewBloom's contractors collectively save over 1,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions simply by empowering its team to work remotely. 

Further, CrewBloomers produce less waste than office workers. Waste comes as an inevitable attribute when running a company. The average corporate office in America produces around 600 pounds of trash on a daily basis, while the average American consumes over 500 pounds of paper annually when working office-based. CrewBloom's modern, eco-centric model leverages cloud-based systems, and in doing so has eliminated dependence on natural resources. 

Running an office-based also requires businesses to keep a prime working environment for their employees. In the US, an average corporate office utilizes about 17.3 kilowatt-hours of electricity and 31.8 cubic feet of natural gas per square foot per year. In addition, studies show that office employees are less conscious about the utility expenses and do not have the urgency to conserve energy like remote workers because the company is shouldering the office utility expenses. 

But for companies such as CrewBloom, energy costs remain at a zero standstill. Remote workers have the ultimate ability to control, or even reduce, their energy costs. Simple acts such as unplugging devices help in minimizing the greenhouse gasses produced.

With growth and responsibility in mind, CrewBloom continues to initiate various environmental projects every year to stay relevant to being truly sustainable. The company has participated in multiple tree-planting activities, beach clean-ups, and educational community outreaches. 

"When Kate and I started the company, we sought talent that embodied our CORE value of sustainability. As citizens of planet earth, it's our responsibility to reduce our footprint for future generations. We're working to make it easier for our team and communities to consume more consciously." says Brianna Carney, co-founder of CrewBloom.

As CrewBloom grows, it's apparent that taking steps toward a greener future will be prioritized on the roadmap. 

About CrewBloom 
CrewBloom is a female-founded startup dedicated to connecting the brightest and most affordable sales and appointment setting experts to small and large businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crewbloomInstagram:@crewbloom Website: https://www.crewbloom.com phone: (+1) 561-509-5368



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SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

Aquaponics is changing the way we think about gardening, water conservation and use of land - all real factors when it comes to the future of food security. For this reason, AquaGrove has developed an innovative aquaponics system that allows users to grow their favorite fruits and vegetables (and fish) in one very small footprint, and in nearly any climate or season. With AquaGrove's latest project launched at Everglades University in Sarasota, Florida in April 2019, aquaponics was taken to the next level of sustainability by going off-grid; inclusive of expanded grow beds and solar power, Everglades University's sustainability program operates an impressive aquaponics system with pumps and grow lights that are run solely by the power of the sun.

Everglades University is a not-for-profit institution that is weaving the principles of sustainability, green building, and environmental consciousness into its undergraduate degree programs in order to meet the increasing demand for green careers. As the flagship campus for the University's sustainability initiatives, the Sarasota campus has installed a number of energy-saving technologies in an effort to decrease the University's dependency on traditional energy sources. Their newest addition to their solar teaching lab is the innovative AquaGrove. The AquaGrove is an indoor/outdoor aquaponics system offering exclusive and patented thermal tanks to reduce energy consumption for the purpose of tank temperature management.

With the recently added dual-grow beds, the University increased its grow space from 16 square feet to nearly 50 square feet, adding two stacked grow beds adjacent to the AquaGrove system already in place. Additionally, four PV panels with battery backup were added to both the AquaGrove and auxiliary grow beds, enabling the system, pumps and grow lights to be solar powered.

Campus Vice President, Caroline King, expressed the importance of this technology for students: "At Everglades University Sarasota, the AquaGrove serves as a powerful and interactive teaching tool and goes a long way towards helping our students to gain first-hand knowledge of methods to reduce our carbon footprint, grow food in a sustainable manner, and deploy the AquaGrove 'off the grid' for disaster relief and to assist communities without traditional energy infrastructure. With addition of dual grow beds and our unique Solar Power Array, I am very proud to have one of the first solar powered aquaponics systems of this kind on our campus."

Prior to the expansion of their garden, Everglades University already experienced great benefits from having the AquaGrove on their campus. Students have been able to utilize the AquaGrove in a multitude of related studies including Introduction to Sustainability, all chemistry courses and multiple alternative energy courses. Several students volunteer their time outside of class to maintain and monitor the AquaGrove system and present to community groups, and the University has hosted a variety of community events including Sustainability and Solar Fairs, Girls and Boys Scouts, Earth Day and more.

Students have been able to experiment with growing various crops including leaf lettuce, basil, green beans, mint and mixed salad. They have also raised tilapia and developed a standardized fish feeding protocol, data logs and run comparisons for growth rates based on published data for tilapia. With the new expansion of their grow space, and solar powered system upgrades, Everglades University will be able to produce more fish and healthy greens with less time, space and energy.

To read more and access the published Case Study, click here. To learn more about how you and your school, family and community can reap the benefits of AquaGrove, contact AquaGrove.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) AUGUST 15, 2019

With so much competition in the solar industry, it can be difficult for companies to stand out from the crowd, but one company rises tall above the rest. Green Solar Technologies, founded by renewable energy advocate, Nicki Zvik, is making their mark in more ways than one.

Green Solar Technologies (GST for short) was founded with the unique stance to use strictly American made panels and parts. In fact, Zvik is so adamant in this that the company sent COO, Edward Harner, to Washington D.C. to fight in favor of the solar tariffs on behalf of American solar manufacturers. GST was the only solar company to testify, and with the passing of the tariffs, it is clear that Green Solar Technologies has truly evolved as a leader in the solar industry.

Nicki Zvik states, "We care about our customers, which is why we wanted to make sure the unfair dumping of cheap foreign-made panels wouldn't hinder their ability to purchase the best solar panel systems at the lowest cost."

Not only does Green Solar Technologies stand out from a consumer standpoint, but GST is also an invigorating place to work with a work culture that has recently been named by the company rating website, Kununu, as one of the top 10 in the U.S.

Scoring a 4.77 out of 5, Kununu explains Green Solar Technologies as "...the only energy company on this list and one of the leading solar energy companies in the U.S. The company's mission to provide high quality service and materials to its customers and to providing "green" solutions for the planet are just two ways you can tell that this company is made up of genuine, compassionate people. This positive energy has naturally trickled down into its company culture too, with its teamwork score landing it on this top 10 list among hundreds of thousands of other companies on kununu."

"This is our home away from home," shares Marketing Director, Jorge Ricalday, "And it feels good to come in everyday and be surrounded by friends who motivate one another to do better and celebrate each of our successes."

"I could not be more proud of the people who work at GST that have made our company so great," adds Zvik. "It feels amazing to be recognized for more than what the public sees, and I know that we'll only get stronger as we move forward."

Starting from humble beginnings, Green Solar Technologies has evolved into a company with over 200 employees, but they don't want to stop there.

Nicki Zvik states, "We believe our company can continue to grow and become even better. We're honored to be ranked as one of the top U.S. companies and we look forward to continuing on a path of excellence with a growing team of energetic, talented individuals who make excellence possible."




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