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Baby Dolphin Rescued in July from Clearwater Beach to Remain in SeaWorld Care as NOAA Deems Him Non-Releasable; Public Invited to Vote for His New Name Online

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Lunedì, Settembre 19, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld Orlando today announced that a neonatal dolphin rescued from Clearwater Beach in Florida in July will remain in its care after the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) determined he cannot survive on his own due to his lack of survival skills stemming from his young age and size at the time of the lifesaving rescue. NOAA placed the dolphin with SeaWorld for long term care because of its ability to meet and exceed the dolphin's unique social and medical needs required for him to thrive.  The public is invited to help choose his new name in an online poll opening today at seaworld.com/babydolphin. The poll closes on Monday, Sept. 26 at 5pm EST.

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  • The public is invited to help choose his new name in an online poll opening today at seaworld.com/babydolphin .
  • We are equally grateful for our partners in the Southeast Stranding Network that handled the rescue and delivered him into our care.
  • While he still has a long road to full recovery, we're proud of the great progress he has made so far.
  • Unfortunately, the dolphin was unable to swim on his own and, after consulting with NOAA, it was decided that the dolphin required off-site rehabilitation.

Esri Partners with Federal Government and State of California to Tackle Climate Change, Improve Resilience

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Lunedì, Settembre 19, 2022
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Esri, the global leader in GIS and location intelligence, has partnered with agencies in the federal government and the state of California to build comprehensive and interactive climate data portals and targeted applications to better respond to climate hazards and conservation opportunities.

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  • Esri, the global leader in GIS and location intelligence, has partnered with agencies in the federal government and the state of California to build comprehensive and interactive climate data portals and targeted applications to better respond to climate hazards and conservation opportunities.
  • Responding to climate change effectively requires a whole of government approach, said David J Hayes, special assistant to the President for climate policy at the White House.
  • In July, Esri partnered with NOAA and the Biden Administration through the interagency National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) to launch Heat.gov .
  • Esri has regional offices, international distributors, and partners providing local support in over 100 countries on six continents.

NFWF Announces $2.6 Million in Grants for the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument

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Giovedì, Settembre 15, 2022
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Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), Marc and Lynne Benioff, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today announced nearly $2.6 million in grants to support management and conservation of Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument , part of the Hawaiian Islands chain.

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  • Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), Marc and Lynne Benioff, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today announced nearly $2.6 million in grants to support management and conservation of Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument , part of the Hawaiian Islands chain.
  • The five grants will leverage $1.3 million in matching contributions to generate a total conservation impact of $3.9 million.
  • The Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument, a UNESCO World Heritage site, encompasses a remote group of islands, reefs, and atolls in the northwestern sector of the Hawaiian Islands.
  • All five grants were awarded through the Papahnaumokukea Research and Conservation Fund (PRCF), a partnership between NFWF and NOAAs Office of National Marine Sanctuaries .

ecobee Launches Pilot Program with California Utility to Help Prevent Power Emergencies

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Venerdì, Settembre 9, 2022
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ecobee , a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC) , today announced the launch of a pilot program with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) designed to help prevent power outages caused by extreme weather, sustained high heat, and natural disasters.

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  • ecobee , a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC) , today announced the launch of a pilot program with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) designed to help prevent power outages caused by extreme weather, sustained high heat, and natural disasters.
  • Customers can help their community by remaining opted into the program or they can skip the event if theyre unable to take part.
  • Through participating in this pilot program during periods of extreme vulnerability for the electrical grid, ecobee and SDG&E customers can save energy and help prevent potential power outages in their communities.
  • Customers who qualify for inclusion in the pilot program will receive an email from ecobee announcing the details of the program.

NOAA Awards $10+ Million in Contracts to Ecopia AI for Nationwide Geospatial Program to Support Climate Resilience

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Mercoledì, Agosto 31, 2022
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Ecopia AI (Ecopia) today announced that it was awarded $10 million in contracts ($7.8M USD), with an additional $6 million ($4.6M USD) in options, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to create high-precision mapping data which will support coastal landcover mapping and climate resilience initiatives.

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  • Ecopia AI (Ecopia) today announced that it was awarded $10 million in contracts ($7.8M USD), with an additional $6 million ($4.6M USD) in options, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to create high-precision mapping data which will support coastal landcover mapping and climate resilience initiatives.
  • The work will be supported by four prime contractors on NOAA's Coastal Geospatial Services Contract (CGSC) including Woolpert, Dewberry, Tetra Tech, and NV5 Geospatial (formerly Quantum Spatial).
  • In response, the OCM has partnered with Ecopia to leverage its ability to generate highly-accurate, comprehensive, large-scale mapping data.
  • These high-precision mapping products will bolster NOAAs efforts in producing 1-meter publicly accessible raster landcover products for the nation.

NFWF and NOAA Announce $7.7 Million in Conservation Grants to Support Coastal Resilience Projects

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Lunedì, Agosto 29, 2022
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These grants will support the design and implementation of projects to enhance the resilience of coastal communities and improve habitat for fish and wildlife in Hawaii, Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Virginia.

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  • These grants will support the design and implementation of projects to enhance the resilience of coastal communities and improve habitat for fish and wildlife in Hawaii, Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Virginia.
  • The eight grants announced today will leverage more than $3 million in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of $11.1 million.
  • In 2022, NFWF anticipates investing approximately $140 million in grants through the NCRF once additional awards are announced in November.
  • These awards build on previously funded NCRF projects and will support efforts of the grantees to finalize project designs and implement important nature-based coastal resilience projects across the country.

Risk Management for Natural Disasters: Three Tips to Include in a Business Crisis Plan

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Venerdì, Agosto 19, 2022
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The Federal Emergency Management Association estimates that about 25 percent of businesses do not reopen after experiencing a weather-related disaster.

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  • The Federal Emergency Management Association estimates that about 25 percent of businesses do not reopen after experiencing a weather-related disaster.
  • Business owners and operators can use these tips to establish a plan and better protect their employees, customers and business.
  • Incorporate these tips into a crisis plan to better protect businesses, properties and the people they serve.
  • The comprehensive and digital pest management solutions include general pest control, rodents, mosquito, birds, termite and bed bug inspections and service, vegetation management and bird management.

KBR Awarded Critical U.S. Geological Survey Contract to Support Domestic and Global Seismic Networks, Protect the Planet

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Mercoledì, Agosto 17, 2022
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Under the scope of this cost-plus-fixed-fee recompete contract, KBR will provide support for the deployment, operation, maintenance, and repair of USGS domestic and global seismographic systems.

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  • Under the scope of this cost-plus-fixed-fee recompete contract, KBR will provide support for the deployment, operation, maintenance, and repair of USGS domestic and global seismographic systems.
  • KBR will also provide support to the US N4 Network, the Advanced National Seismic System backbone network, additional regional networks, and earthquake aftershock deployments.
  • Along with operational support to these networks, KBR support will ensure the quality and integrity of the data.
  • "KBR scientists and engineers are changing how we learn about and protect our planet every day," said KBR Government Solutions U.S. President Byron Bright.

SeaWorld Partners with Wildlife Authorities and Conservation Groups to Help 10 Endangered and Non-Releasable Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles

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Martedì, Agosto 16, 2022
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Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.

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  • Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.
  • Fortunately, the Kemp's Ridley sea turtle population began growing as international conservation efforts to reduce their main threats were set in place.
  • As the wild population increased, the project was concluded, and these turtles are the last remaining of this group.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

Diverse Ecosystems and Marine Grandeur on Display

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Venerdì, Agosto 5, 2022
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service dedicated 16 new Forever stamps today celebrating the nation's underwater treasures that showcase the abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems found throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System. The ceremony took place at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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  • Postal Service dedicated 16 new Forever stamps today celebrating the nation's underwater treasures that showcase the abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems found throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System.
  • For 50 years, U.S. national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments have protected areas with special ecological, cultural and historical significance.
  • The Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act, which established a framework for designating national marine sanctuaries, was signed into law on Oct. 23, 1972.
  • The majority of U.S. national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments are open for sustainable recreation, including diving and snorkeling, kayaking and canoeing, sailing and sport fishing.