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= Missouri University of Science & Technology Welcomes 12 Faculty Members
ROLLA, Missouri, Sept. 17 (TNSPer) -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news:
Missouri University of Science and Technology welcomed 12 new faculty members to campus as classes resumed for the fall semester. Their areas of expertise include the risk of insecticides to monarch butterflies, high-performance machine learning, and smart and intelligent sensing systems.
This year's new faculty are:
* Dr. Yezad Anklesaria, assistant teaching professor of mechanica
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Appalachian Regional Commission Announces Nearly $46.4 Million to Continue Economic Transformation in Region's Coal-Impacted Communities
MATEWAN, West Virginia, Sept. 17 (TNSRep) -- The Appalachian Regional Commission issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
During a virtual event co-hosted by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and the Interagency Working Group (IWG) on Coal and Power Plant Communities and Economic Revitalization, ARC announced nearly $46.4 million for 57 projects across 184 counties to support economic diversification in the Region's coal-impacted communities.
The funding for the projects wa
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Appalachian Voices Receives $1.5M From Appalachian Regional Commission's Power Initiative
BOONE, North Carolina, Sept. 17 (TNSOps) -- Appalachian Voices issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Appalachian Voices was awarded $1.5M by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to catalyze commercial and institutional solar projects for coal-impacted communities throughout Central Appalachia. This award is part of a $46.4 million package supporting 57 projects across 184 coal-impacted counties through ARC's POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revi
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Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association Webinar Casts Spotlight on CCS Opportunity
CANBERRA, Australia, Sept. 17 -- The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association issued the following news release:
Our latest APPEA webinar cast a light on Australia's opportunity for carbon capture and storage (CCS), a technology recognised by the Federal Government's Technology Investment Roadmap as a way to help Australia on its emissions reduction journey.
Introduced by APPEA Deputy Chief Executive Damian Dwyer and hosted by renowned journalist Ali Moore, the webinar featu
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Coalition for Prosperous America to President Biden: U.S. Domestic Solar Manufacturers Must Play Role in Achieving Climate Goals, Creating Green Jobs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Coalition for a Prosperous America issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
The Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA) today urged President Joe Biden to implement federal policies that will ensure the U.S. domestic solar manufacturing industry can continue to enjoy robust growth and play a key role in achieving emission reduction goals and the creation of green jobs. The Biden administration's focus on climate change has included talk of green job crea
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CSIS Issues Commentary Entitled 'U.S. Leadership and Vietnamese Resilience Both Require the CPTPP'
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSPol) -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary:
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By Bich T. Tran
Adjunct Fellow (Non-resident), Southeast Asia Program
Vietnam has had a continual trade deficit with China since 2001. It heavily depends on the latter for capital and intermediate goods, which creates vulnerabilities in Vietnam's entire production chain. At the same time, the United States has had a prolonged trade deficit with Vietnam since 2000, which
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E.U. Cities and Regions Intensify Debate on Climate Action Ahead of COP26
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 16 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued the following news release:
The United Nations' climate summit is to kick off in Glasgow in less than two months. Six years after the signature of the Paris Agreement, national governments are to provide concrete answers on how they plan to meet their climate targets. As the world goes through unprecedented heat waves, fires and floods, COP26 will put the spotlight on the need for higher climate ambition to accelerate t
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Environment America: New Illinois Energy Law Advances Clean Energy, But Prioritizes Utility Interests
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 (TNSPol) -- Environment America issued the following statement:
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A sweeping new energy law, signed by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday, commits Illinois to reaching 100% carbon-free electricity by 2045. At the same time, only a small fraction of the bill's spending will go to advancing renewables -- top expenses include a $694 million nuclear bailout to ComEd parent company Exelon Corp and utility profit guarantees. The policy also fails to adequately a
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Global Alliance for Sustainable Energy is Formed to Take Collective Action Towards the Full Sustainability of Renewable Energy
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 17 (TNSOpa) -- The Global Wind Energy Council issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
A group of global leaders from across the renewable energy value chain and the sector's innovation ecosystem today launched a new organization to ensure renewables are wholly sustainable for people and the planet and lead a just transition away from fossil fuels.
The partners, united in a shared vision for the sustainability of the renewables industry and the need to take
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International Atomic Energy Agency Increases Projections for Nuclear Power Use in 2050
VIENNA, Austria, Sept. 17 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency issued the following news release:
For the first time since the Fukushima Daiichi accident a decade ago, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has revised up its projections of the potential growth of nuclear power capacity for electricity generation during the coming decades.
The change in the IAEA's annual outlook for this low-carbon energy source does not yet mark a new trend, but it comes as the world aims to move
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International Renewable Energy Agency: Ministers, Mayors, CEOs Announce Huge Push on Clean and Efficient Energy
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 17 (TNSOps) -- The International Renewable Energy Agency issued the following news release:
On Energy Action Day, nations, the private sector, cities and international organizations announced major new initiatives on greening urban energy, the phasing out of oil and gas, and promoting hydrogen as a clean fuel. The virtual event, which took place ahead of the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy, aimed to accelerate collective action towards net-zero and climat
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MiningWatch Canada: Busting British Columbia's 'Sustainable' Mining Myths - Backgrounder
LONDON, England, Sept. 13 -- MiningWatch Canada issued the following news release:
On September 13th, the Mining Association of Canada presented its 'Towards Sustainable Mining' (TSM) standard at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade in a talk entitled "Critical Minerals, Canadian Advantage." MiningWatch Canada and the BC Mining Law Reform (BCMLR) network released this backgrounder on the 7 myths about Towards Sustainable Mining's voluntary standard, which the B.C. government often refers to eve
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Rep. Johnson Praises Local ARC Power Grants
MARIETTA, Ohio, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Congressman Bill Johnson (R-Marietta) released the following statement after the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) announced a new round of POWER (Partnership for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) grants:
"I am very pleased to support these economic investments across Eastern and Southeastern Ohio," Bill Johnson said. "This funding will support projects designed to create jobs and
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Rep. Johnson to Fox News: President Biden's Weak Leadership Will Haunt America for Decades
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, issued the following commentary to the Fox News:
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Every American - except maybe those directly employed in President Biden's White House who are furiously scrambling to spin the withdrawal from Afghanistan as something other than a complete disaster - should be reflecting on how we arrived at this point.
We have a commander In chief with no life experience in leading or decision-making now making critical decisions for the most powerful
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Rep. Joyce Announces Appalachian Regional Commission Grant for Bedford County
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. John Joyce, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Congressman John Joyce M.D. (PA-13) announced that Bedford County, Pennsylvania would receive a POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce Economic Revitalization) Initiative grant for $745,588 from the Appalachian Regional Commission. The funding will be used to support economic diversification and empower job growth.
"This grant will go directly to developing broadband deploym
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Rep. McKinley: Reckless Pelosi Tax and Spend Plan Means Increased Costs, Fewer Jobs, and a Stronger China
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. David McKinley, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Congressman David McKinley voted against a massive, irresponsible spending plan that will hurt families with higher prices and higher taxes, destroy energy jobs, and place America's economy at a disadvantage to China.
For 48 hours over the last three days, the Energy and Commerce considered the wide-ranging package that included policies ranging from a tax on natural gas to more g
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Rep. Miller Announces $2.5 Million for Pocahontas County Broadband Project
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) today announced an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER grant worth $2,500,000 to the Pocahontas County Commission for the Pocahontas County Broadband Project.
The project will install 258,720 linear feet of broadband fiber bringing high-speed internet access to 1,011 households and 24 businesses in Pocahontas County.
"Building up broadband
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Rep. Reschenthaler Announces Federal Funding for Greene County to Expand Broadband Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) announced the Greene County Board of Commissioners received $2.5 million through the Appalachian Regional Commission's (ARC) Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative. Greene County will use this funding to construct broadband infrastructure and expand coverage to the unserved and underserved ar
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Rep. Trone, Sens. Cardin, Van Hollen Announce More Than $1.4M for Frostburg State University to Accelerate Regional Clean Energy Jobs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. David Trone, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
U.S. Congressman David Trone and Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (all D-Md.) today announced $1,480,979 in federal funding to advance clean energy, information technology and biotech training at Frostburg State University through the Western Maryland Advanced Technology Center (ATC).
"Thanks to the leadership of President Ronald Nowacyk, Frostburg State University has received th
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Sen. Portman Applauds $6.3 Million in ARC POWER Grants to Communities Across Ohio
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, issued the following statement:
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U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) applauded the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for awarding $6.3 million in POWER grants to communities around Ohio. POWER grants are a congressionally funded initiative that targets federal resources to help communities and regions that have been affected by job losses in coal mining, coal power plant operations, and coal-related supply chain industries due to the chang
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Sens. Capito, Manchin Announce $12.3 Million From Appalachian Regional Commission Power Program for West Virginia Organizations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced 14 awards totaling $12,356,197 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) program for orga
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Sens. Capito, Manchin Announce $12.3 Million From ARC Power Program for West Virginia Organizations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced 14 awards totaling $12,356,197 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) program for organizations across West Virginia. The POWER program is a congressionall
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Sens. Manchin, Capito Announce $12.3 Million From ARC POWER Program for West Virginia Organizations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced 14 awards totaling $12,356,197 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) program for organizations across West Virginia. The POWER program is a congressionally funded initia
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Sens. Van Hollen, Cardin, Rep. Trone Announce More Than $1.4 Million for Frostburg State University to Accelerate Regional Clean Energy Jobs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin and Congressman David Trone (all D-Md.) announced $1,480,979 in federal funding to advance clean energy, information technology and biotech training at Frostburg State University through the Western Maryland Advanced Technology Center (ATC).
"Investment in workforce training and development is critical to building our economy back better.
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Sierra Club: SWEPCO Should Focus on Clean Energy Portfolio in Its Energy Plan
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 17 (TNSOps) -- The Sierra Club issued the following statement:
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On September 15, 2021, SWEPCO, the state's second largest monopoly electric utility, announced its plan to operate the massive and increasingly uneconomic Flint Creek coal power plant until 2038. Utility staff also indicated that a new fracked natural gas power plant is likely, despite the widespread availability of clean, affordable renewable generation that could create jobs across the state. Th
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Sierra Club: Texans Voice Their Opposition to Entergy's Proposed Fossil Fuel Power Plant
BRIDGE CITY, Texas, Sept. 17 (TNSOps) -- The Sierra Club issued the following news release:
Earlier this week, the Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club submitted public comments on behalf of more than four hundred Texans opposing Entergy's plans for its Orange County Advanced Power Station. The proposed fossil fuel plant, which would be located in Bridge City, Texas, would annually emit approximately 2,000 tons of harmful particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, and othe
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State Department Fact Sheet: Advancing Climate Action in the Americas
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet entitled "Advancing Climate Action in the Americas":
The urgent need for bold action to confront the mounting climate crisis brought together heads of state and ministers from more than 20 countries, as well as private sector, civil society, and indigenous representatives, for the High-Level Dialogue on Climate Action in the Americas on September 8, 2021. The Government of Argentina, joined by the Governments of B
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Tribes, Indigenous Groups, Conservation Organizations File Petition to Strengthen Federal Mining Rules
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSPol) -- Earthworks issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2021:
Tribes, Indigenous groups and conservation organizations filed a rulemaking petition today with the U.S. Department of the Interior to improve and modernize hardrock mining oversight on public lands. The proposed revisions aim to safeguard critically important lands across the West and Alaska, including sacred lands and their cultural resources, vital wildlife habitat, and invaluable water resources
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White House Issues Transcript of Background News Call on Biden Administration Climate Policy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The White House issued the following transcript of background news call on Sept. 16, 2021, with a senior administration official regarding the Biden administration's climate policy:
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MODERATOR: Hello, everyone. Welcome to a briefing on the administration's climate policy. Today, our on-background call will have as its speaker [senior administration official].
As this call is on background, for the purpose of this call, our speaker will be referred to as a "senior
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White House Issues Transcript of News Briefing By Press Secretary Psaki on Sept. 16
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a news briefing on Sept. 16, 2021, by Press Secretary Jen Psaki:
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MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. Okay, a couple of items for all of you at the top.
Yesterday, President Biden announced a historic trilateral security partnership with the United Kingdom and Australia, two of our closest allies, to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.
It demonstrates our commitment to revitalizing our alliances and strengtheni
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World Meteorological Organization: Climate Change and Impacts Accelerate
GENEVA, Switzerland, Sept. 17 (TNSRep) -- The World Meteorological Organization issued the following news release:
COVID-19 did not slow the relentless advance of climate change. There is no sign that we are growing back greener, as carbon dioxide emissions are rapidly recovering after a temporary blip due to the economic slowdown and are nowhere close to reduction targets. Greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere continue at record levels, committing the planet to dangerous future warmi
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