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GEIDCO Hosts Thematic Event at COP28

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Mr. Xin Baoan, Chairman of GEIDCO and Executive Chairman of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), attended the event and delivered a welcome speech.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Xin Baoan, Chairman of GEIDCO and Executive Chairman of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), attended the event and delivered a welcome speech.
  • The thematic event features a research report release by GEIDCO entitled Inclusive, Just, Resilient Energy Transition: GEI Solution and Practices, and practical case sharing by SGCC on the development of new power systems.
  • Since its inception, GEIDCO has participated in the UN Climate Change Conference for many consecutive times, held several thematic events, and released multiple research results.
  • During COP28, GEIDCO and WMO also held a thematic event with the theme of "Energy Transition and Clean Energy Development".

Holiday to Remember: a Home Ownership Dream Becomes Reality With a Hand From Nissan

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231222808889/en/
    Overlooking his new house in Nashville, Theo Caldwell took a moment to reflect.
  • Searching for a fresh start, he saw a Habitat for Humanity ad that portrayed a single person, like him, moving into a new home.
  • This holiday season, Nissan donated an additional $500,000 to Habitat for Humanity , bringing the company’s total donations to over $20 million and counting.
  • “Nissan has provided vital support to Habitat for nearly two decades now,” said Tolli Love, chief development officer at Habitat for Humanity International.

Port Houston Closing the Year Strong in Business and Community

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Monday, December 18, 2023

Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by highlighting the recent Port Houston visit of Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo.

Key Points: 
  • Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by highlighting the recent Port Houston visit of Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231218116089/en/
    The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority Regular Monthly Meeting October 24, 2023.
  • “At Port Houston, we remain committed to transparency and listening to community members and their advocates’ feedback,” Guenther emphasized.
  • In his report to the Commission, the executive director shared that cargo remains steady and strong through Port Houston facilities.

Experienced Industry Leader Paul Culberson Joins Gilbane Building Company to Expand Portfolio in Chicago

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce that Paul Culberson has joined the Chicago team as a project executive. Culberson served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for over 24 years in positions of increased responsibility, collaboration, and authority. While serving our nation, he cultivated a people-centric strategic vision, developed and implemented robust corporate governance policies, streamlined project management practices, and enhanced strategic partnerships.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce that Paul Culberson has joined the Chicago team as a project executive.
  • Culberson served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for over 24 years in positions of increased responsibility, collaboration, and authority.
  • "We are thrilled to have Paul Culberson join our leadership team in Chicago.
  • "I am excited for this next opportunity in my career to join Gilbane and help expand their growing portfolio," said Culberson.

Aera Energy and CSUB Partner to Advance Research Into Energy Innovation

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Aera Energy will make a $2.5 million investment in CSUB’s role in the energy research sector by endowing the Executive Director for Energy Research position at the California Energy Research Center at California State University, Bakersfield.

Key Points: 
  • Aera Energy will make a $2.5 million investment in CSUB’s role in the energy research sector by endowing the Executive Director for Energy Research position at the California Energy Research Center at California State University, Bakersfield.
  • “Aera Energy is proud to partner with CSU Bakersfield to endow the Executive Director for Energy Research position,” said Aera Energy CEO Erik Bartsch.
  • Most recently, Aera Energy has helped CSUB bring together industry, policy and research leaders for the CSUB California Energy Research Center’s annual Carbon Management Technical Symposium.
  • The California Energy Research Center is housed within the School of Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Engineering at CSUB and has already benefitted from previous support from Aera Energy since its founding in 2014.

SEKO Logistics Partners with CakeBoxx Technologies to Provide Transformative Solution for Government, Space & Defense Industries

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SEKO Logistics (SEKO) , the leader in end-to-end global logistics, today announced it has teamed up with global innovator CakeBoxx Technologies (CakeBoxx) .

Key Points: 
  • SEKO Logistics (SEKO) , the leader in end-to-end global logistics, today announced it has teamed up with global innovator CakeBoxx Technologies (CakeBoxx) .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205992238/en/
    This partnership is a true testament to how SEKO is redefining government, space and defense logistics.
  • CakeBoxx’s innovative solutions paired with SEKO’s global multi-modal freight forwarding services will offer clients even greater security and lower risk.
  • “Alongside CakeBoxx, we are shifting the government, space, and defense logistics paradigm by offering tailored programs prioritizing compliance, security, reliability, and sustainability through technology-driven solutions,” said Mike Ligthart, SEKO’s Global Commercial Director for Government, Space & Defense.

Havoc Robotics Concludes Most Successful Season of National Havoc Robot League (NHRL); Hosts Havoc-All Star Invitational

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The National Havoc Robot League (NHRL) announced today its Invitational, Havoc All-Stars, featuring three thrilling nights of robot combat and challenges showcasing past, present and future NHRL stars.

Key Points: 
  • The National Havoc Robot League (NHRL) announced today its Invitational, Havoc All-Stars, featuring three thrilling nights of robot combat and challenges showcasing past, present and future NHRL stars.
  • The tournament will showcase 12 robots in each of the three weight classes—3lb, 12lb, and 30lb—competing for the prestigious title of inaugural Havoc All-Stars champion.
  • Meanwhile, Peter Sripol and Emily The Engineer will compete in a Havoc Academy challenge, providing them with robot components from the Havoc Academy Crash Course to build and battle whatever robot they desire.
  • I can’t wait to expand our league to bring robot combat nationwide in 2024.”

Fifty Percent of Recording Academy®’s 2023 New Member Class Are People of Color

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

A record-breaking 2,400+ diverse music creators have joined the Recording Academy® as part of the organization’s 2023 New Member Class.

Key Points: 
  • A record-breaking 2,400+ diverse music creators have joined the Recording Academy® as part of the organization’s 2023 New Member Class.
  • Full statistics surrounding the demographics of the new class can be found here , and a snapshot of the Recording Academy’s 2023 DEI initiatives can be found here .
  • Like the GRAMMY Awards®, the Recording Academy’s membership model is community-driven and peer-reviewed to create a more diverse and engaged membership base that represents all corners of the music industry.
  • Voting Members, including those welcomed in the 2023 new class, are eligible to vote for the GRAMMY Awards.

Significant Grants From TxDOT Strengthens Port Houston Infrastructure Development

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo announced during the October 24th meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority that Port Houston received nearly $36 million from the Texas Department of Transportation, almost 20% of the $200 million granted to Texas Ports.

Key Points: 
  • Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo announced during the October 24th meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority that Port Houston received nearly $36 million from the Texas Department of Transportation, almost 20% of the $200 million granted to Texas Ports.
  • The funds were awarded through the State Maritime Infrastructure Grant Program, the first in Texas history for port maritime and infrastructure development.
  • Chairman Campo and Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther highlighted the completion of Wharf 6 at the Bayport Container Terminal.
  • During this meeting, the Port Commission authorized more than $100 million in awards supporting the continued growth and development of the port.

Invest Puerto Rico and Newlab select five early-stage startups to pilot solutions for converting unmanaged and landfilled items into new value-added products

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CarbonCycle, SOS Carbon, Sway, Thalasso Ocean and PANGAIA have been selected to pilot solutions to convert Puerto Rico's sargassum seaweed, plastic waste and end-of-life tires into new value-added products. The cohort, called the Puerto Rico Studio, was created in partnership between Invest Puerto Rico (InvestPR), the island's business attraction organization, and Newlab, a renowned center of invention based in Brooklyn, NY.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CarbonCycle, SOS Carbon, Sway, Thalasso Ocean and PANGAIA have been selected to pilot solutions to convert Puerto Rico's sargassum seaweed, plastic waste and end-of-life tires into new value-added products.
  • The cohort, called the Puerto Rico Studio, was created in partnership between Invest Puerto Rico (InvestPR), the island's business attraction organization, and Newlab, a renowned center of invention based in Brooklyn, NY.
  • Approximately 18,000 tires are disposed daily in Puerto Rico, and there are significant import and export constraints on the Island for plastics.
  • During the pilot, CarbonCycle will complete pre-development work to construct their technology in Puerto Rico.