Suzuki

The Sacred Balance: blending Western science with Indigenous knowledges, David Suzuki's influential book has been updated for this moment

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Canadian scientist, author, and environmental activist David Suzuki knows firsthand the power of books.

Key Points: 
  • Canadian scientist, author, and environmental activist David Suzuki knows firsthand the power of books.
  • Suzuki, now 87, may be one among millions active in today’s environmental movement, but he is one in a million.
  • This is the sacred balance: that people might achieve “rich, rewarding lives without undermining the very elements that ensure them”.
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Soil and life

    • Consider the opening few pages of the chapter on soil, or the element “earth”.
    • the fundamental connection of soil and life is expressed in different ways; in some, the first human is fashioned from material produced by earth - carved from wood, moulded out of cornmeal, shaped from seeds, pollen and sap.

‘You are what you do’

    • On the 25th anniversary of its release, a new edition has been published.
    • They bring renewed urgency to his message that “we have to see ourselves in a different relationship with the rest of nature”.
    • The major crises we face – “pandemics, climate disruption and biodiversity loss” – “all have roots in our lack of recognition of our place in nature”.
    • One of these is Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, emblematic of a “new generation of young people” fighting for climate action.
    • I don’t want your hope […] I want you to act as you would in a crisis.

Indigenous worldviews

    • Of course, those familiar with Indigenous knowledges and worldviews will recognise Suzuki’s view of human-nature connection is not at all new.
    • As he acknowledges, it has been at the heart of Indigenous worldviews for millennia.
    • Indigenous ways of teaching could be beneficial for all children

      Indigenous perspectives are central to the discussions in The Sacred Balance, although the sense in which non-Indigenous sciences are presented as a “corroboration” of ancient, continuing Indigenous wisdom and knowledges feels outdated amid contemporary postcolonial and decolonising critical discourses.

    • We already live in the presence of the model and the guidance of Indigenous worldviews, which marry science with spirit, gift and responsibility.
    • at a time when 80% of the world’s remaining biodiversity is safeguarded by Indigenous Peoples, yet they legally own only 10% of the land mass, this book recognises the imperative for Western science to learn from Indigenous knowledge.

Wins and losses

    • But he notes that,
      no matter how many wins we celebrated, new threats arose: protected land nibbled away, mining and logging allowed in parks, halted projects renewed and environmental legislation overturned.
    • no matter how many wins we celebrated, new threats arose: protected land nibbled away, mining and logging allowed in parks, halted projects renewed and environmental legislation overturned.
    • What matters now is that “we shift from anthropocentrism to ecocentrism” and “reformulate” our legal, economic and political systems.

A form of devotional reading?

    • Perhaps a book we read for information in 1997, is now read more for love; the need to be informed has transformed into the need to be encouraged.
    • Amongst these is the practice of devotional reading, or partaking in a “calibrated daily dose of ideas”.
    • Wall Kimmerer suggests The Sacred Balance “sows a vision of the future we want to live in, with guidance to get there”.

HiBid Nears $54M in GMV Sold Last Week, with Luxury Cars, Vintage Motorcycles, Speedboats, Antique Tractors & More Now Open for Bidding

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

The HiBid platform enabled the sale of over $53.8 million in gross merchandise value and a total hammer value surpassing $89.2 million.

Key Points: 
  • The HiBid platform enabled the sale of over $53.8 million in gross merchandise value and a total hammer value surpassing $89.2 million.
  • There are thousands of current and upcoming auctions on HiBid.com, some of which feature an impressive array of land and water vehicles from around the globe.
  • These include classic, vintage, and luxury cars, pickups, and motorcycles; speedboats, jet skis, and other types of watercraft; and antique tractors, ATVs, scooters, and bicycles.
  • HiBid is fully integrated with Auction Flex 360 , providing auctioneers with a comprehensive auction management solution that supports live auctions, timed auctions, and internet absentee bidding.

From horseback to motorbike: inside the motorcycle boom in Indigenous South America

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Monday, April 24, 2023

Indeed, the Amazon rainforest covers approximately seven million square kilometres or around 40% of the total land area of South America.

Key Points: 
  • Indeed, the Amazon rainforest covers approximately seven million square kilometres or around 40% of the total land area of South America.
  • These lowlands are primarily located in the eastern part of South America, stretching from the Andes mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Owning a motorcycle is a symbol of how Indigenous people have adapted successfully to the changing world around them.
  • In South America, especially in regions like the Bolivian Amazon, motorcycles have become a way of life.

Bikes and beliefs

    • Most of these bikes are cheap Chinese brands (Dayun, Wanxin, TianMa, Haojue), while their Japanese equivalents (Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki) remain a lusted-after status symbol.
    • Bikes are named and considered to have a gender.
    • For instance, according to these beliefs, a motorbike may suddenly accelerate or stop working altogether without any physical or mechanical explanation.

Passion v safety

    • So, a lot of the road accidents that happen in this region end up being fatal.
    • While the increasing amount of motorbike accidents is concerning, it’s clear that this passion for motorcycles has become an integral part of Indigenous people’s lives that will likely be passed down through generations.
    • Indeed, it’s quite common to see whole Indigenous families on bikes – including pets and tiny children.

SCG, Toyota, and CJPT Sign an MOU towards achieving Carbon Neutrality in Thailand

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Monday, April 3, 2023

SCG also made a capital investment in Toyota Motor Thailand, Co., Ltd., Toyota's local entity in Thailand, in the following year.

Key Points: 
  • SCG also made a capital investment in Toyota Motor Thailand, Co., Ltd., Toyota's local entity in Thailand, in the following year.
  • Together with SCG and CJPT, we will accelerate our efforts toward carbon neutrality so we can give back to Thailand that has supported our business."
  • A new company "CJPT-Asia" (tentative) will be established in Thailand as soon as the necessary procedures and preparations are in place, to further accelerate CJPT's carbon neutrality initiatives in Asia, including this collaboration.
  • Since carbon neutrality should be tackled by all industries and all people in a joint manner, the three companies of SCG, Toyota and CJPT would like to further collaborate widely with partners who share the same view and intention towards carbon neutrality and giving back to Thailand.

CP, Toyota, and CJPT Sign an MOU towards achieving Carbon Neutrality in Thailand

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Monday, April 3, 2023

In order to immediately start working on the three areas, CP, Toyota and CJPT will conduct social implementation projects throughout the self-supporting cycle of producing, transporting and using energy in some special economic zones in Thailand.

Key Points: 
  • In order to immediately start working on the three areas, CP, Toyota and CJPT will conduct social implementation projects throughout the self-supporting cycle of producing, transporting and using energy in some special economic zones in Thailand.
  • Thereafter they will verify the outcome; and try to create the basic unit which can be deployed to other regions.
  • We will work with partners to explore a variety of options and pathways toward carbon neutrality that are suited to the actual situation in Thailand, for bringing happiness to the people of Thailand."
  • Since carbon neutrality should be tackled by all industries and all people in a joint manner, the three companies of CP, Toyota and CJPT would like to further collaborate widely with partners who share the same view and intention towards Carbon Neutrality and giving back to Thailand.

Boxed, Inc. to Execute Sale of Spresso Software Business Through Voluntary Chapter 11 Process

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Monday, April 3, 2023

The Company’s Board of Directors has unanimously determined that seeking Chapter 11 protection is the most appropriate path forward.

Key Points: 
  • The Company’s Board of Directors has unanimously determined that seeking Chapter 11 protection is the most appropriate path forward.
  • “This was an incredibly difficult decision, and one that we reached only after carefully evaluating and exhausting all available options.
  • Looking to the future, we are incredibly excited to watch the Spresso business continue under new ownership,” said Chieh Huang, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Boxed.
  • The Spresso business customers are not anticipated to see any disruption of service throughout the sale process.

Mazda Joins Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Mar 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - The Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) are pleased to announce Mazda's participation as a full member of the association.

Key Points: 
  • HIROSHIMA, Japan, Mar 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - The Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) are pleased to announce Mazda's participation as a full member of the association.
  • The Research Association promotes technological research on the use of biomass as well as efficient production of bioethanol fuel for automobiles to realize a carbon-neutral society.
  • Hiroyuki Yamashita, Senior Principal Engineer responsible for technological research at Mazda, said, "We are very honored to have received this invitation from the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels.
  • In addition, Koichi Nakata, Chairman of the Board of the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels, stated, "Carbon neutral fuels are a leading energy option for realizing a carbon neutral society.

Sharrow Marine Announces The Sharrow XO™ For V8, V10, and V12 Engines

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

The all-new Sharrow XO™ Series Sharrow Propellers are designed to harness the power of the modern high performance large diameter hub V8, V10 & V12 outboard motor platforms to their maximum potential.

Key Points: 
  • The all-new Sharrow XO™ Series Sharrow Propellers are designed to harness the power of the modern high performance large diameter hub V8, V10 & V12 outboard motor platforms to their maximum potential.
  • Greg Sharrow, founder and CEO of Sharrow Marine said, “With the Sharrow XO™, we are delivering on our promise to provide a precision-engineered Sharrow Propeller that is tailor made for the industry leading large gearcase motors.
  • The Sharrow XO™ Series is supported by our leading Sharrow Customer Care with 12 months of damage coverage and the Sharrow commitment for customer satisfaction.
  • “Boaters can now experience the new world class standard for propellers with the Sharrow Marine difference from 150-600+hp,” said Sharrow.

Universal Technical Institute Announces Purchase of Primary Buildings at Orlando, Florida Campus

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

The expected annual adjusted EBITDA benefit is approximately $2 million and after-tax cash savings are approximately $500 thousand.

Key Points: 
  • The expected annual adjusted EBITDA benefit is approximately $2 million and after-tax cash savings are approximately $500 thousand.
  • "The purchase of the Orlando campus illustrates Universal Technical Institute's long-term commitment to the Orlando Market and the State of Florida," said UTI-Orlando Campus President Timothy Dauber.
  • The campus also has several auto and diesel Manufacturer Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) programs including Ford, BMW and Daimler Trucks.
  • We choose to disclose this non-GAAP financial measure for UTI because it provides an additional performance measure.

OASYX Unveils New Range of Virtua Fighter NFTs

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Friday, March 17, 2023

The new range of Virtua Fighter NFTs will be overseen and developed by franchise creator, Yu Suzuki

Key Points: 
  • The collaboration spans the franchise's first three games - Virtua Fighter, Virtua Fighter 2 and Virtua Fighter 3, and is supervised by Yu Suzuki, the acclaimed and award-winning creator of Virtua Fighter.
  • This range of NFTs will include 11 characters from the first three Virtua Fighter games into OASYX's creative worlds, creating a unique and exciting experience for new and old fans of Virtua Fighter alike.
  • Yu Suzuki, Creator, Virtua Fighter, said: "During my time as a director at SEGA, I initially developed Virtua Fighter using innovative 3D computer graphics technology, which was cutting-edge and industry-leading at the time.
  • In subsequent series, OASYX intends to introduce a wider range of NFTs with supplementary use cases, including new characters, fashion items, and in-game gadgets.