Science and technology in the United Kingdom

With Six-Figure Ad Buy, CRES Urges Passage of Growing Climate Solutions Act in U.S. House

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Monday, July 19, 2021
Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Government Chief Scientific Adviser, Science and technology in the United Kingdom

We urge the U.S. House of Representatives to swiftly pass this legislation that is a free-market win for agriculture producers, businesses, and the climate."

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  • We urge the U.S. House of Representatives to swiftly pass this legislation that is a free-market win for agriculture producers, businesses, and the climate."
  • One glance at the ad and it's evident that with the GCSA there are more 'R's' after Senators names than 'D's.'
  • The GCSA is commonsense, free-market climate legislation that delivers actionable solutions instead of expensive rhetoric."
  • The op-ed also emphasizes that conservatives in Congress tackling environmental challengeslike their work to pass the Growing Climate Solutions Actis in no way new.

UK Science Minister Amanda Solloway MP launches First Light Fusion's maiden 'Big Gun' fusion campaign

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Science and technology in the United Kingdom, Amanda Solloway, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Science, Research and Innovation, Fusion, Economy of the United Kingdom, British MPs, United Kingdom

It launches projectiles at 6.5 kms per second, 20x the speed of sound

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  • It launches projectiles at 6.5 kms per second, 20x the speed of sound
    OXFORD, England, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Amanda Solloway MP, UK Science Minister and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Science, Research and Innovation, today visited First Light Fusion's Oxford HQ and officially fired the first 'shot' in First Light's maiden fusion campaign using its newly completed 'Big Gun'.
  • Dr Nick Hawker, CEO of First Light Fusion, said:
    "This is a significant scientific milestone for First Light Fusion, as we begin our maiden fusion campaign using our new Big Gun.
  • We were privileged to welcome the UK Science Minister Amanda Solloway MP to officially launch this campaign which will bring us closer to our target of delivering fusion using our unique technology.
  • "Companies like First Light Fusion are helping the UK build a formidable reputation for fusion innovation essential as we work to cement our status as a science superpower.

Pure Watercraft Joins the Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA) to Promote U.S. Electric Boating

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Transport, Electric vehicle, Sustainable transport, ZETA, ZETA, Watercraft, Electric boat, Pure, Nuclear technology, Science and technology in the United Kingdom

Pure Watercraft is the first member of ZETA to focus exclusively on electrifying off-road vehicles and vessels, starting with the Pure Outboard and integrated electric boats being introduced in 2021.

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  • Pure Watercraft is the first member of ZETA to focus exclusively on electrifying off-road vehicles and vessels, starting with the Pure Outboard and integrated electric boats being introduced in 2021.
  • Andy Rebele, CEO of Pure Watercraft, commented: "We are proud to join ZETA's coalition of electric mobility thought leaders to promote the benefits of electric vehicle adoption for customers, the U.S. economy, and the environment.
  • The Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA) is a federal coalition focused on advocating for 100% EV sales by 2030.
  • Pure Watercraft is leading a fundamental transformation in off-road vehicles and vessels, starting with the electrification of marine propulsion.

The Spectrum Management Newsletter - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Professional services, Other Professional Services, Radio spectrum, Communication, Telecommunications, Spectrum disorder, Ofcom, Digital dividend after digital television transition, Science and technology in the United Kingdom

b'Which country has the most spectrum trades?\nWith spectrum trading in Europe approaching its fourth anniversary, PolicyTracker searches for an international benchmark.\nThe digital dividend will be the key issue in the coming months.\nDoes spectrum policy ignore environmental issues?\nThere seems little evidence of spectrum regulators addressing the issue of saving energy.\nMore detail needed on frequency release, Ofcom tells Ministry of Defence Industry says the viability of spectrum sharing has already been proven.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210518005527/en/\n'

Key Points: 
  • b'Which country has the most spectrum trades?\nWith spectrum trading in Europe approaching its fourth anniversary, PolicyTracker searches for an international benchmark.\nThe digital dividend will be the key issue in the coming months.\nDoes spectrum policy ignore environmental issues?\nThere seems little evidence of spectrum regulators addressing the issue of saving energy.\nMore detail needed on frequency release, Ofcom tells Ministry of Defence Industry says the viability of spectrum sharing has already been proven.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210518005527/en/\n'

Turing Video Launches New Capacity Management Product, Turing People-Count

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Turing, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, British people, Academic disciplines

b'SAN MATEO, Calif., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Turing Video, the Silicon Valley startup producing compliant A.I.-enabled workplace safety and security solutions has announced it\'s latest product offering, Turing People-Count.

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  • b'SAN MATEO, Calif., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Turing Video, the Silicon Valley startup producing compliant A.I.-enabled workplace safety and security solutions has announced it\'s latest product offering, Turing People-Count.
  • The people counter solution automates the process of monitoring occupancy levels in accordance with state mandates or internal policies.\nThis new capacity management solution, Turing People-Count, also offers centralized monitoring and management in conjunction with other Turing solutions via the end-to-end encrypted, SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 certified, and HIPAA-compliant Turing Cloud.
  • All data is collected and managed on the Turing Cloud to deliver award-winning AI business protection and transformation.\nLearn more about Turing Video and the Turing People-Count by visiting their website .
  • For questions or to request a demo for your facility today, visit http://turingvideo.com/People-Count or call 866.339.4268.\nAbout Turing Video: Turing Video was founded in the heart of Silicon Valley in 2017.

Telecoms firm, Barclay Communications, calls on UK businesses to put an end to unethical auto-rolling contracts which costs tens of millions of pounds per year

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Postal system of the United Kingdom, Telecommunications in the United Kingdom, Communication, Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Ofcom, Radio in the United Kingdom, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, Telecommunications

He is encouraging businesses to sign a petition to ban the restrictive practice.\nMr Megahey, whose business supplies mobile, landline and software services to over 100,000 businesses across the UK and Ireland, said:\n"Auto-rolling is exploitative and a very real concern.

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  • He is encouraging businesses to sign a petition to ban the restrictive practice.\nMr Megahey, whose business supplies mobile, landline and software services to over 100,000 businesses across the UK and Ireland, said:\n"Auto-rolling is exploitative and a very real concern.
  • It\'s a UK wide problem.\n"We have experienced savings of over 50% for many customers and discovered that the majority have not reviewed their rates in over 10 years.\n"Wearenow encouraging businesses to stand with us and make a difference by signing our online petition and by sharing their experience of auto-rolling.
  • We will present all information to the industry regulator, Ofcom, to encourage change in these regulations.
  • "\nBarclay Communications kick started its campaign in Northern Ireland last month, with hundreds of businesses signing the petition and sharing their experiences.\n'

Lord Browne Joins General Atlantic as Senior Advisor Focused on Climate and Net Zero

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Professional services, Environment, Oil, Gas, Alternative energy, Energy, Finance, Global Apollo Programme, John Browne, Baron Browne of Madingley, Knights Bachelor, Climate change, Articles, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, British people

b'General Atlantic, a leading global growth equity firm, announced today that Lord Browne of Madingley has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor, based in London.\nLord Browne will advise the firm on environmental, social and governance considerations, with a particular focus on the path to Net Zero emissions.

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  • b'General Atlantic, a leading global growth equity firm, announced today that Lord Browne of Madingley has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor, based in London.\nLord Browne will advise the firm on environmental, social and governance considerations, with a particular focus on the path to Net Zero emissions.
  • "\nLord Browne commented, "Addressing global climate change requires a systemic transformation at a pace and scale never seen before.
  • Investment in engineered climate solutions now needs to increase significantly, and I look forward to working with General Atlantic to help shape the future of climate investing.
  • For more information on General Atlantic, please visit the website: www.generalatlantic.com\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210413005834/en/\n'

ZiFiSense, Socionext and Techsor Complete Development of Next-Generation ZETA Communication Standard

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Fujitsu, Panasonic, Socionext, ZETA, Nuclear technology, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, Nuclear physics

ZiFiSense is the founder of the LPWA standard ZETA, and Techsor is the representative company of the ZETA Alliance in Japan.

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  • ZiFiSense is the founder of the LPWA standard ZETA, and Techsor is the representative company of the ZETA Alliance in Japan.
  • Socionext plans to prototype a communication SoC that is compatible with the new standard by March 2022 with mass production scheduled to begin by the end of 2022.
  • The new ZETA version enables a communication distance of 3 ~ 5 km from an object moving at 60 km per hour.
  • ZiFiSense originally proposed an LPWA communication standard ZETA and is utilizing the technology targeting at areas including smart buildings, logistics and factories.

Turing Video Stands with Texas & Businesses Devastated by Winter Storm

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Storms, Alan Turing, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, February 13–17, 2021 North American winter storm, British people

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Turing Video watched with the nation as more than 3 million people in Texas lost power from winter storm Uri.

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  • SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Turing Video watched with the nation as more than 3 million people in Texas lost power from winter storm Uri.
  • "We've watched the widespread outages caused by the storm after it devastated the power grid in Texas.
  • Turing Video has distributed more than 1,000 units of its COVID-19 Workplace Solution, the Thermal Temperature Scanner known as the Turing Shield, to city government buildings, healthcare facilities, schools, and health systems across Texas.
  • Turing Video stands with Texas.

LED Lighting Development Wins 2021 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering (QEPrize)

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Elizabeth II, Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering, John Browne, Baron Browne of Madingley, Articles, Lord Browne, Lord Brown, Science and technology in the United Kingdom, LGBT people

LONDON, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2021 QEPrize is awarded for the creation and development of LED lighting, which forms the basis of all solid state lighting technology.

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  • LONDON, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2021 QEPrize is awarded for the creation and development of LED lighting, which forms the basis of all solid state lighting technology.
  • The 2021 winners are announced today by Lord Browne of Madingley, Chairman of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation.
  • - Lord Browne of Madingley, Chairman, Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation
    "The impact of this innovation is not to be understated.
  • Regarding this change Lord Browne said, "At the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering, we recognise that a new age of innovation demands a new approach.