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In its third annual edition, ‘The Global 50’ addresses key opportunities, transformations, innovations and megatrends shaping the future of humanity

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Climate Change, Technology, Nanotechnology, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Mental Health, Environmental Policy, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Environmental Issues, Environmental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Resources, Biotechnology, Health, Culture, Growth, Nutrient, Learning, DFF, Mental health, Society, AI, City, Plant, Drinking water, Climate change, Tree, Government, Loneliness, Ageing, Tourism

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) launched the “Future Opportunities Report: The Global 50” today, highlighting the major opportunities, transformations and trends shaping the future of governments, economies, sectors, and ultimately the future of humanity.

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  • Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) launched the “Future Opportunities Report: The Global 50” today, highlighting the major opportunities, transformations and trends shaping the future of governments, economies, sectors, and ultimately the future of humanity.
  • The third edition of the yearly report was strategically launched at the largest annual government gathering in the world and a global platform for exploring the future of governments.
  • The 50 opportunities outlined in the report are categorised into five main categories, including: Health Reimagined, Nature Restored, Societies Empowered, Systems Optimised, and Transformational Innovations.
  • The full version of the 2024 “Future Opportunities Report: The Global 50” is available in Arabic and English: https://www.dubaifuture.ae/the-global-50

Arieli Capital Launching 2nd Cohort of START Agri-Tech Scale-Up Program With 11 Cutting-Edge Ventures

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Electricity, Pollination, Pesticide, Health, Utah Tech University, Organization, Farmer, Growth, Nutrient, Agriculture, Partnership, Agricultural technology, Climate, Food, Ramat HaNegev Regional Council, Energy, START, Carbon, Plant, Chemistry, Investment, Water, Haifa Group, Cosmetics, Soil, Eden, Drinking water, Medicine

The first cohort of the program included 8 ventures, who've collectively raised a combined $9.5M in investment capital and have made impressive milestones after participating.

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  • The first cohort of the program included 8 ventures, who've collectively raised a combined $9.5M in investment capital and have made impressive milestones after participating.
  • "Our first cohort showcased just how much value can be created through this program, and we knew from then that we'd return with another group."
  • We're thrilled to work alongside our Utah partners on this impactful program deepening Arieli's existing Utah activity and investments."
  • Arieli Capital invites the agri-tech and climate-tech community, as well as the broader high-tech ecosystem to take part at the final expo and pitch event, and follow for more updates here.

3M Settlement with Public Water Suppliers to Address PFAS in Drinking Water Receives Final Court Approval

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Monday, April 1, 2024
Insurance, Risk, District court, Uncertainty, Drinking water, PFAS, PWS, Pharmaceutical industry

The now-finalized agreement will support PWS that detect PFAS at any level or may do so in the future and will benefit U.S.-based PWS that provide drinking water to Americans across the country.

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  • The now-finalized agreement will support PWS that detect PFAS at any level or may do so in the future and will benefit U.S.-based PWS that provide drinking water to Americans across the country.
  • The agreement received overwhelming support and participation from U.S. PWS, and the court resolved the small number of objections that were raised in favor of the settlement.
  • Payments under the agreement are scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2024, provided there are no pending appeals of the final approval order.
  • The table below sets forth the expected pre-tax payments that 3M would make assuming the nominal $12.5B settlement cap is reached.

Pelican™ Hydration Launches New Shimmer and Glow Collections

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Aurum, Shimmer, Gold, Stainless steel, Sustainability, Drinking water, BPA, Collection

TUSTIN, Calif., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pelican™ Hydration, the leader in next generation state-of-the-art drinkware, today announced the launch of its new, fully customizable Limited Edition Shimmer and Glow collections of the best-selling 40 oz. Pelican Porter™. Made with recycled stainless steel, both Shimmer and Glow collections feature vacuum-sealed technology and leak-resistant lids to complement any lifestyle.

Key Points: 
  • TUSTIN, Calif., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pelican™ Hydration , the leader in next generation state-of-the-art drinkware, today announced the launch of its new, fully customizable Limited Edition Shimmer and Glow collections of the best-selling 40 oz.
  • Made with recycled stainless steel, both Shimmer and Glow collections feature vacuum-sealed technology and leak-resistant lids to complement any lifestyle.
  • "Our new Shimmer and Glow collections deliver three stunning new shades of our most popular product, the Pelican Porter.
  • Sustainably Made: Pelican Hydration uses 90% recycled 18/8 heavy gauge stainless steel, reducing the company's environmental impact and promoting reuse.

Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC and Susman Godfrey LLP Announce a Class Action Lawsuit That May Affect Anyone Who Owns or Rents Property That Receives Water from a Public Water Utility or Groundwater Source Containing Chemicals from Fayetteville Works

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
PFAS, Environment, Defendant, Class, Cape Fear River, Groundwater, Counsel, Lawyer, Cancer, Water, Chemours, Drinking water

There is no money or other benefit available now and no guarantee there will be.

Key Points: 
  • There is no money or other benefit available now and no guarantee there will be.
  • The lawsuit alleges that beginning in 1980, the Fayetteville Works plant, operated by the Defendants, discharged wastewater containing PFAS into the Cape Fear River, contaminating the water.
  • As a result, the lawsuit alleges that drinking water was contaminated and water pipes were damaged.
  • If you exclude yourself, you cannot get money or benefits from this lawsuit if any are awarded.

SLC launches report on the business response to Asia's triple water-nature-climate crisis

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Failure, Triple, Annual report, Season, Sanitation, Textile, Risk, Climate, Clothing, Interview, Private sector, Biodiversity, Suntory, Semiconductor, Plastic, Generation Z, Water, Drink, Eurasia Group, Business, Drinking water, Renewable energy

NEW YORK, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Sustainability Leaders Council – a venture spearheaded by Eurasia Group and Suntory - is pleased to announce the launch of its third annual report, which urges a proactive response by businesses to the environmental crisis in Asia.

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  • The report explores how the continued water crisis is compounded by concurrent climate and nature crises.
  • It charts a path forward for companies, making the case for adopting a holistic approach to tackling these three environmental issues.
  • "The triple water-nature-climate crisis is only going to continue to have more and more impact on our geopolitical space," said Eurasia Group president and founder Ian Bremmer.
  • It follows the 2021/22 report on sustainable plastics and the 2022/23 report on biodiversity.

Leaf Home & Nextdoor partner to reach neighbors all over the U.S. to raise awareness around the benefits of filtered water

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Chlorine, Taste, Learning, Trust, Microplastics, Smell, Leaf, PFA, City, Water quality, Water, Safety, Habit, Drinking water, Bottled water

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study by Leaf Home™ highlights a significant disconnect between Americans' concerns about drinking water and their actual habits. The study reveals that, despite citing contaminants as their top worry, a vast majority of Americans (63%) have never had their drinking water tested. Additionally, the study found a significant rise in bottled water consumption (69%), increasing by nearly 20% since 2022. These findings also showcase a dependence on unreliable indicators of water safety, such as taste and appearance, and a lack of awareness about threats from microplastics and forever chemicals.

Key Points: 
  • A report from Leaf Home finds rising bottled water consumption, untested taps, and low public awareness of threats to drinking water.
  • "There's a surprising contrast between people's behavior, concerns, and awareness of water issues," said Jon Bostock, CEO at Leaf Home.
  • By working together, Leaf Home and Nextdoor aim to raise awareness about water quality and provide actionable solutions for healthier homes.
  • As 95% of Nextdoor neighbors are the main/joint household decision-makers, Nextdoor is the perfect place to drive awareness around Leaf Home's filtered water solutions.

New Trek Coffee Company Brews Up Unique Coffee Journeys in Bowling Green, Kentucky with Support from Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea

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Saturday, March 23, 2024
Steps, Friends, Transplant, Culture, Trek, Philosophy, Specialty coffee, Coffee, Knowledge, Social media, Running, Exploration, Creativity, Pacific Northwest, Drinking water, Tourism

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With a philosophy of "Life's a Trip, Fuel up!" Trek Coffee Company recently opened at 6558 Nashville Road in Bowling Green, Kentucky, The drive-thru-only coffee shop invites Warren County coffee lovers to stop by and fuel up for their daily expeditions.

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  • Trek Coffee Company, an independent coffee shop at 6558 Nashville Road in Bowling Green, Kentucky, recently celebrated its grand opening.
  • With support from award-winning coffee roaster Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea, the shop has introduced a new level of specialty coffee and community connection to Warren County.
  • Trek Coffee Company recently opened at 6558 Nashville Road in Bowling Green, Kentucky, The drive-thru-only coffee shop invites Warren County coffee lovers to stop by and fuel up for their daily expeditions.
  • Mosley invites everyone in Bowling Green and Warren County, Kentucky, to visit Trek Coffee Company.

Governments of Canada and Alberta officially designate Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River

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Friday, March 22, 2024
First Nations, Wetland, Cree, History, Transport, Fort McMurray, Quality of life, Nature, River, Poetry, RVA, Environment, Partnership, Education, Climate change, Tourism, Indigenous peoples, Treaty 6, Columbia Icefield, Nakota, QC, Agriculture, Assiniboine, Taiga, Culture, Government, Protected area, Swimming, Name, Parks Canada, Banff National Park, Water, Heart, Music, Recreation, Fortification, Drinking water, Oil

"The Métis Nation within Alberta is very pleased that the North Saskatchewan River has formally been recognized as a Canadian Heritage River.

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  • "The Métis Nation within Alberta is very pleased that the North Saskatchewan River has formally been recognized as a Canadian Heritage River.
  • "The beloved North Saskatchewan River is well deserving of a Canadian Heritage River designation, and the River Valley Alliance (RVA) was pleased to support this important initiative.
  • The North Saskatchewan River flows within the North Saskatchewan watershed across central Alberta and into Saskatchewan.
  • The North Saskatchewan River's designation document highlights the many cherished stories shared by cultural, heritage and recreational sites throughout the North Saskatchewan River Watershed to be explored and developed in the future.

LifeStraw Honors World Water Day with Release of Annual Impact Report and Launch of New Products Benefiting Humanitarian Relief

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Gender, Health, Carter, Disaster, Carter Center, Social justice, Education, Dignity, Head, LifeStraw, World Water Day, Woman, Water, Hygiene, Drinking water, Birth control

BALTIMORE, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LifeStraw, a public health B Corp and Climate Neutral Certified Brand on a mission to provide equitable access to safe drinking water, reveals its 2023 LifeStraw Impact Report on World Water Day. This year's World Water Day is focused on uniting around water and using water for peace to lay the foundation for a more stable and prosperous tomorrow.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LifeStraw , a public health B Corp and Climate Neutral Certified Brand on a mission to provide equitable access to safe drinking water, reveals its 2023 LifeStraw Impact Report on World Water Day .
  • This year's World Water Day is focused on uniting around water and using water for peace to lay the foundation for a more stable and prosperous tomorrow.
  • For the first time, LifeStraw is launching limited-edition Safe Water Bracelets and Water Bottle Carriers, all proceeds of which benefit humanitarian efforts.
  • LifeStraw's 2023 Impact Report outlines the results of its commitment to positively impact people and the planet this past year and beyond.