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Milberg Helps Reach Groundbreaking Settlement in Kingston Coal Ash Lawsuits

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Eastman Chemical Company, Carcinogen, Skin cancer, Tennessee Valley Authority, Immunity, TVA, Coal, Jacobs Solutions, BP, Tennessee Valley, Jacobs, Biophysical environment, Court, Spouse, Samarco, Health, Leukemia, United States circuit court, Tobacco, Insurance

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Workers sickened during the cleanup of the catastrophic 2008 coal ash spill in East Tennessee have reached a confidential settlement with Jacobs Solutions, bringing an end to more than 10 years of litigation and 300 lawsuits.

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  • KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Workers sickened during the cleanup of the catastrophic 2008 coal ash spill in East Tennessee have reached a confidential settlement with Jacobs Solutions, bringing an end to more than 10 years of litigation and 300 lawsuits.
  • Workers sickened during the cleanup of the catastrophic 2008 coal ash spill in Kingston, TN have reached a settlement.
  • Beginning in 2013, workers began filing lawsuits against Jacobs alleging personal injuries from exposure to fly ash at the spill site.
  • Although TVA, a quasi-government organization, was not named as a defendant in the Kingston coal ash lawsuits, the Court's second ruling on the matter also raises the possibility that TVA could face similar lawsuits in the future.

A Reality Check on the Energy Transition. Are We Too Late? – An Industrial Info News Alert

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Various pathways to a net-zero economy are embedded in energy forecasts from the world's major economies.

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  • Various pathways to a net-zero economy are embedded in energy forecasts from the world's major economies.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act, which passed last year, is packed with tax incentives to help realize that goal.
  • Subscribers to Industrial Info's Global Market Intelligence (GMI) Oil & Gas Project Database can click here to see a detailed project report.
  • Since 1983, IIR has provided comprehensive research, news and analysis on the industrial process, manufacturing and energy related industries.

50 Scholarships Empowering STEM and Sustainability Education for UK Youth

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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The AFS Global STEM Innovators is a five-week, full-scholarship program for 50 youth, ages 14 to 16, that fosters the understanding and skills needed to help the world transition to a more sustainable future.

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  • The AFS Global STEM Innovators is a five-week, full-scholarship program for 50 youth, ages 14 to 16, that fosters the understanding and skills needed to help the world transition to a more sustainable future.
  • The program combines an interactive virtual curriculum on global competence and a 1-week, in-person workshop focused on sustainable development and local impact.
  • Applications are open now for diverse students (ages 14 to 16) from the United Kingdom with a keen interest in STEM and sustainability.
  • Full scholarship funding is provided by bp, which supports AFS Global STEM programs to help build the STEM talent that the world needs to create sustainable solutions and improve the diversity of talent in STEM.

DHL Express U.S. Launches GoGreen Giveaway to Help Small Businesses Expand Sustainably

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Carbon, SAF, DHL, Neste, Global warming potential, BP, Aviation biofuel, Small business, Growth, SME, Online shopping

Today, the world's leading provider of international express shipping services has launched its GoGreen Giveaway to help U.S.-based small businesses grow more sustainably.

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  • Today, the world's leading provider of international express shipping services has launched its GoGreen Giveaway to help U.S.-based small businesses grow more sustainably.
  • The giveaway follows the company's recent survey of nearly 2,500 small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs), including DHL customers, which gained insights into how businesses prioritize sustainability.
  • DHL Express recently launched GoGreen Plus for U.S. SMEs, enabling customers to reduce ('inset') the carbon emissions associated with their shipments through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
  • The new GoGreen Plus service is made possible following DHL's recent collaborations with BP and Neste to supply SAF to DHL Express hubs around the world.

New BPme Rewards Visa Cardholders can save 50 cents per gallon this summer! Limited time offer, apply by August 1

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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New BPme Rewards Visa cardholders must apply by August 1 to be eligible for the introductory bonus.

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  • New BPme Rewards Visa cardholders must apply by August 1 to be eligible for the introductory bonus.
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    The BPme Rewards Visa is issued by First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) and can be used anywhere Visa is accepted.
  • The BPme Rewards Visa is an enhanced credit card offer built upon the existing BPme Rewards loyalty program.
  • To learn more or apply for the BPme Rewards Visa, please visit https://www.card.fnbo.com/bp/landing/pr.html .

GenScript Debuts GenTitan Gene Fragments Service to Expedite Gene Synthesis at Lower Cost

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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OAKLAND, Calif., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (#SynBioBeta2023, booth 59) GenScript Biotech Corporation, the world's leading provider of life-science research tools and services, announced the debut of its breakthrough GenTitan™ Gene Fragments Synthesis service. The announcement was made at SynBioBeta 2023 in Oakland, where GenScript is presenting its latest biopharma tools.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (#SynBioBeta2023, booth 59) GenScript Biotech Corporation , the world's leading provider of life-science research tools and services, announced the debut of its breakthrough GenTitan™ Gene Fragments Synthesis service .
  • The GenTitan Gene Fragments Synthesis service sets new industry benchmarks in three key areas:
    Affordability: With a commitment to providing the lowest price on the market, researchers can now cost-effectively leverage the cutting-edge capabilities of GenTitan.
  • "GenScript is thrilled to unveil the GenTitan Gene Fragments Service, a game-changing solution that empowers researchers to expedite gene synthesis at a lower cost," said Cedric Wu, VP of GenScript's Innovation Center.
  • To learn more detailed information about pricing, turnaround time, and quality control measures of GenScript's GenTitan gene fragments synthesis service, visit the service page .

Pierre Fabre announces start of EU marketing authorization application procedure for Vibegron in overactive bladder

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Monday, May 22, 2023
Contract management, Pierre Fabre, Quality of life, Single person, Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung, EMA, OAB, BP, Urology, Patient, Overactive bladder, Heart rate, Urinary incontinence, Safety, Pharmaceutical industry, EU, Vibegron

CASTRES, France, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the exclusive licensing agreement with Urovant Sciences GmbH, Pierre Fabre announced today the start of the EU marketing authorization application procedure (centralized procedure) for Vibegron, a novel, potent, and selective human β3 adrenergic receptor (β 3-AR) agonist inducing muscle relaxation to increase bladder capacity and relieve symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB).

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  • CASTRES, France, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the exclusive licensing agreement with Urovant Sciences GmbH, Pierre Fabre announced today the start of the EU marketing authorization application procedure (centralized procedure) for Vibegron, a novel, potent, and selective human β3 adrenergic receptor (β 3-AR) agonist inducing muscle relaxation to increase bladder capacity and relieve symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB).
  • Results from this study confirm that Vibegron 75 mg had no statistically significant or clinically meaningful effects on BP or HR in patients with symptoms of OAB.
  • "The submission of the Vibegron application to the EMA is another important milestone for Pierre Fabre, which reinforces its long-standing commitment to the field of urology.
  • For more information about Pierre Fabre, please visit www.pierre-fabre.com .

This Week in Energy News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the energy and natural resources industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • To help journalists covering the energy and natural resources industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.
  • Intelligent software built into the Home Energy Station uses these alternative energy sources to seamlessly reduce environmental and financial costs for homeowners and also the environmental impact of energy usage generally.
  • To date, more than 25,000 PosiGen customers enjoy lower utility bills combined with the benefits of clean energy.

EuroPCR 2023 | 6 Month Outcome of the SMART Study: satisfactory BP control achieved with reduced medication burden

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Friday, May 19, 2023
Late, Feedback, RCT, Sympathetic, Research, RDN, Hypertension, BP, OSBP, Patient, Denervation, 24 Hours, SMART, Treatment, Pharmaceutical industry

It demonstrates that msRDN can effectively control blood pressure while greatly reducing the dosage of antihypertensive drugs.

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  • It demonstrates that msRDN can effectively control blood pressure while greatly reducing the dosage of antihypertensive drugs.
  • In the 6 months follow-up with a strict drug regimen, the msRDN group demonstrated effective blood pressure control.
  • OSBP control rate of the msRDN group was 95% with significantly reduced drug burden compared to the sham group.
  • The result is a resounding prove that patients in the msRDN group can achieve satisfactory BP control with markedly lower anti-hypertensive drug dosage.

Offshore Wind Innovation Hub Hosts Live Wind-Win Startup Showdown

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Other Manufacturing, Research, Other Energy, Engineering, Utilities, Alternative Energy, Manufacturing, Energy, Science, Other Science, BP, Partnership, Culture, Innovation Hub, Wind, Housing, Economic development, NYCEDC, New York City Economic Development Corporation

The Offshore Wind Innovation Hub—a New York-based initiative to foster new developments in offshore wind technology by start-ups and innovation experts—is holding a live “showdown” event for finalists hoping to join the Innovation Hub Accelerator Program.

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  • The Offshore Wind Innovation Hub—a New York-based initiative to foster new developments in offshore wind technology by start-ups and innovation experts—is holding a live “showdown” event for finalists hoping to join the Innovation Hub Accelerator Program.
  • Innovators will pitch their development concepts to a jury comprised of offshore wind experts before a live audience at Housing Works Bookstore in Manhattan.
  • The OSW Innovation Hub aims to advance technology in the rapidly growing new offshore wind industry by fostering a culture of collaboration and mentorship between experts and start-ups.
  • Led by Equinor in partnership with bp, the initiative is supported by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), in collaboration with the Urban Future Lab at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering and the National Offshore Wind R&D Consortium.