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Meijer Recognized for Smart Refrigerant Management by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third consecutive year, Meijer has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's GreenChill Program for having the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate out of all GreenChill Partners nationwide over the past year.

Key Points: 
  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third consecutive year, Meijer has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's GreenChill Program for having the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate out of all GreenChill Partners nationwide over the past year.
  • As an active participant in the EPA's program since 2012, the Midwest retailer focused on reducing its refrigerant leak rate and is well below the industry average of 25 percent.
  • "Lessening our impact on the environment through a continued commitment to reduce carbon emissions is important to us and our customers," said Vik Srinivasan, Chief Administrative Officer for Meijer.
  • In 2022, Meijer also earned the Store Recertification Excellence Award for its store in Marysville, Ohio, achieving 5 consecutive years of GreenChill Store Certification.

As Antarctic sea ice continues its dramatic decline, we need more measurements and much better models to predict its future

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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A layer of frozen seawater that surrounds the Antarctic continent, sea ice cycles from maximum coverage in September to a minimum in February.

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  • A layer of frozen seawater that surrounds the Antarctic continent, sea ice cycles from maximum coverage in September to a minimum in February.
  • Some scientists have suggested this year could mark a regime shift for Antarctic sea ice.
  • The consequences could be far-reaching for Earth’s climate, because sea ice keeps the planet cooler by reflecting solar energy back into the atmosphere and insulating the ocean.
  • The annual freeze-thaw cycle of Antarctic sea ice is one of Earth’s largest seasonal changes, but is a major challenge for climate models to predict accurately.

Why we couldn’t predict this

    • Satellite records show a small increasing trend in Antarctic sea ice extent from 2007 to 2016, but this was followed by a decrease since then.
    • Global climate models predicted that Antarctic sea ice extent should have been diminishing for all of that period, which is at odds with the observations.
    • Many research groups around the world have investigated the reasons why models have failed to accurately simulate Antarctic sea ice.

Changes in sea ice thickness

    • The data are mostly from land-fast sea ice, which is the sea ice attached to land or ice shelves.
    • We need both sea ice area and thickness to determine sea ice volume, which is important for knowing the overall impact of climate change on sea ice.

Antarctic storms

    • McMurdo Sound is a region of the Antarctic coastline in the Ross Sea where both New Zealand (Scott Base) and the USA (McMurdo Station) have Antarctic bases.
    • In 2022, multiple storms kept blowing out McMurdo Sound sea ice during winter.
    • This thinner-than-usual sea ice caused major disruptions in Antarctic operations for New Zealand and other countries in 2022.
    • We received logistical support for Antarctic field work from Antarctica New Zealand, and high performance computing resources through NeSI.

Midea Announces First Anti-Corrosion Solution for Air Conditioners

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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The solution, featuring proprietary Hyper Grapfins and sheet metal coatings, is integrated into two eco-friendly, energy efficient Midea HVAC systems, BreezelessE and PenroseAir.

Key Points: 
  • The solution, featuring proprietary Hyper Grapfins and sheet metal coatings, is integrated into two eco-friendly, energy efficient Midea HVAC systems, BreezelessE and PenroseAir.
  • This innovative technology provides comprehensive protection against salty, humid air, enhancing the durability and lifespan of both indoor and outdoor units.
  • Air conditioning in coastal regions can be challenging due to the corrosive effects of salt air on the critical components, leading to costly maintenance and replacements for restaurateurs and hotel owners.
  • The anti-corrosion solution maintains air conditioner performance and caters to island users' needs, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and regional customization.

Midea Announces First Anti-Corrosion Solution for Air Conditioners

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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The solution, featuring proprietary Hyper Grapfins and sheet metal coatings, is integrated into two eco-friendly, energy efficient Midea HVAC systems, BreezelessE and PenroseAir.

Key Points: 
  • The solution, featuring proprietary Hyper Grapfins and sheet metal coatings, is integrated into two eco-friendly, energy efficient Midea HVAC systems, BreezelessE and PenroseAir.
  • This innovative technology provides comprehensive protection against salty, humid air, enhancing the durability and lifespan of both indoor and outdoor units.
  • Air conditioning in coastal regions can be challenging due to the corrosive effects of salt air on the critical components, leading to costly maintenance and replacements for restaurateurs and hotel owners.
  • The anti-corrosion solution maintains air conditioner performance and caters to island users' needs, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and regional customization.

The Emission Control Catalysts Market to grow by USD 4.24 billion from 2022 to 2027 | Environmental concerns and measures to curb pollution to drive the growth- Technavio

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The emission control catalysts market is expected to grow by USD 4.24 billion between 2022 and 2027.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The emission control catalysts market is expected to grow by USD 4.24 billion between 2022 and 2027.
  • Environmental concerns and measures to curb pollution are key factors driving market growth.
  • Environmental and health pollution caused by the exhaust of vehicles has a significant impact, resulting in ozone depletion and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Environmentally friendly solutions for stationary and mobile emission sources worldwide are expected to be supported by advanced equipment and sustainable systems.

Polarstern reaches North Pole with the LFC biodigester onboard to support research activities

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Power Knot Ocean, the market leader for onboard organic waste management solutions in the marine environment, announced today that the German research vessel RV Polarstern has again reached the North Pole. It left Tromsø, Norway on August 3, 2023 with a crew of 44 and 53 scientists. The team is evaluating the extent of the sea ice as well as continuing its evaluation of the ecosystem of the central Arctic Ocean and how it is being impacted by climate change.

Key Points: 
  • Power Knot Ocean, the market leader for onboard organic waste management solutions in the marine environment, announced today that the German research vessel RV Polarstern has again reached the North Pole.
  • FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Power Knot Ocean, the market leader for onboard organic waste management solutions in the marine environment, announced today that the German research vessel RV Polarstern has again reached the North Pole.
  • The LFC biodigester uses a natural process called aerobic digestion in which microorganisms break the food waste into grey water.
  • "This research project will provide information to help humanity make critical environmental decisions in the near future."

Houston air quality expert offers tips to limit indoor exposure to COVID-19 and flu viruses

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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HOUSTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With new COVID-19 variants on the rise and flu season around the corner, Horizon Air Solutions, a locally owned HVAC company serving Houston since 2016, says homeowners should ensure their homes have the proper ventilation and purification systems in place to combat contaminated air.

Key Points: 
  • "Indoor air pollutants are a growing concern, especially with COVID-19 and the flu virus on the rise.
  • In places like Houston, air quality suffers as a result of its warm, urban climate, which makes it predisposed to higher ozone levels.
  • "With October designated as National Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Month, there's no better time to consider improving your home's air quality before it gets cold and we close our homes up again," he said.
  • "There are a number of ways you can improve your home's air quality so your family can better protect itself from viruses like COVID and the flu."

Emission Control Technology Market to grow by USD 39.09 billion from 2022 to 2027, Growing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Industries to boost the market growth - Technavio

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Growing greenhouse gas emissions from industries are notably driving the growth of the global emission control technology market.

Key Points: 
  • Growing greenhouse gas emissions from industries are notably driving the growth of the global emission control technology market.
  • The predominant source of air pollution stems from the emission of greenhouse gases, primarily due to the widespread use of fossil fuels across various industries.
  • To combat this trend, many industries are adopting emission control technologies to curb their greenhouse gas emissions, which, in turn, is expected to drive market growth during the forecast period.
  • The rising demand for electric vehicles is a significant challenge impeding the growth of the global emission control technology market.

South Bronx Deploys Its First-Ever Community Owned and Operated Air Quality Monitoring Network in Response to Persistent Air Pollution

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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BRONX, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- South Bronx Unite, a community-led advocacy organization that's campaigned for cleaner air for more than 10 years, is announcing a new partnership with air quality monitoring provider QuantAQ that will see 25 sensors deployed across the community to capture a comprehensive view of local air quality.

Key Points: 
  • BRONX, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- South Bronx Unite , a community-led advocacy organization that's campaigned for cleaner air for more than 10 years, is announcing a new partnership with air quality monitoring provider QuantAQ that will see 25 sensors deployed across the community to capture a comprehensive view of local air quality.
  • - Arif Ullah, Executive Director of South Bronx Unite.
  • South Bronx communities have historically lacked access to trusted air quality data, especially data that is both high quality and specific to a particular site.
  • For the first time ever, the data will then be shared publicly and the community will be engaged in training, advocacy, and air quality understanding.

Digital Realty Ranks No. 9 on EPA's National Top 100 List of Green Power Users

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR), the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, announces that it ranks ninth on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) National Top 100 List of the largest green power users from the Green Power Partnership (GPP). The company also ranked seventh on EPA's list across technology and telecommunication providers.

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  • 7 on EPA's Top 30 Tech & Telecom List
    AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Realty ( NYSE: DLR ), the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, announces that it ranks ninth on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) National Top 100 List of the largest green power users from the Green Power Partnership (GPP).
  • EPA's Green Power Partnership is a voluntary program that helps increase green power use among U.S. organizations to advance the American market for green power and development of those sources as a way to reduce air pollution and other environmental impacts associated with electricity use.
  • Its use of green power helps advance the voluntary market for green power, as well as the development of renewable energy sources.
  • "We are proud to be recognized by the U.S. EPA as a national green power leader," said Andy Power, President & CEO at Digital Realty.