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SAS announces participation in Department of Commerce consortium dedicated to AI safety

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

CARY, N.C., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AI and analytics leader SAS announced that it joined more than 200 of the nation's leading artificial intelligence (AI) stakeholders to participate in a Department of Commerce initiative to support the development and deployment of trustworthy and safe AI. Established by the Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the US Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) will bring together AI creators and users, academics, government and industry researchers, and civil society organizations to meet this mission.

Key Points: 
  • "SAS is committed to developing...and promoting trustworthy AI systems" - Reggie Townsend, VP, Data Ethics, SAS
    "As a creator of powerful AI systems, SAS understands the promises and risks of AI.
  • "The AISIC will provide a crucial service by channeling the best of AI innovation through a lens of responsibility and collaboration.
  • That's precisely what the U.S. AI Safety Institute Consortium is set up to help us do," said Secretary Raimondo.
  • That includes the company's flagship AI and analytics platform, SAS® Viya®, which includes trustworthy AI capabilities such as bias detection, explainability, decision auditability, model monitoring, governance and accountability.

NJ INTRODUCES CLEAN FUELS TRANSPORTATION BILL

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Monday, January 29, 2024

WEST TRENTON, N.J., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fill It Up Clean New Jersey, a diverse coalition of business and community stakeholders, is applauding the New Jersey State Senate for introducing legislation that would give The Garden State access to clean transportation fuels and provide immediate environmental benefits to reduce pollution and protect New Jersey's air and water. If passed by the full legislature, New Jersey would be the first state on the eastern seaboard to establish a clean fuel transportation standard. Prime sponsors of the newly-introduced Bill, S2425 are Senator Bob Smith, Chair, Senate Environment & Energy Committee, and Senator John McKeon, also a member of the Senate Environment & Energy Committee.

Key Points: 
  • If passed by the full legislature, New Jersey would be the first state on the eastern seaboard to establish a clean fuel transportation standard.
  • I want New Jersey to be the first state on the eastern seaboard to establish a clean fuel transportation standard.
  • The bill, called the New Jersey Low Carbon Transportation Standard , would establish a low carbon transportation standard program in the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
  • In addition, 14 states have introduced clean fuels legislation including New Mexico, Hawaii, Minnesota, New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Illinois.

MOVE ‘EM OUT Supports Eight New Jersey Shore Towns' Lawsuit Against Economically Devastating Development of Atlantic Shore Turbines

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

The lawsuit filed by New Jersey law firm Pashman Stein Walder Hayden ( read here ), against The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) details the detrimental impacts of The Atlantic Shore Projects and direct call to action for a fair and impartial administrative hearing.

Key Points: 
  • The lawsuit filed by New Jersey law firm Pashman Stein Walder Hayden ( read here ), against The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) details the detrimental impacts of The Atlantic Shore Projects and direct call to action for a fair and impartial administrative hearing.
  • Murphy has issued several Executive Orders in support of Atlantic Shores and has demanded swift approval of the project.
  • DEP Commissioners are appointed by the Governor and cannot make an independent analysis according to the lawsuit.
  • The Atlantic Shores New Jersey wind farm project is planning to build 300 wind turbines, a mere 9 miles off New Jersey’s coast, with technology that is unproven and untested.

Elroy Air achieves industry-first flight of turbogenerator-hybrid hVTOL aircraft

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

The Chaparral took flight on November 12 from Byron Airport, where the Elroy Air Team runs flight test operations.

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  • The Chaparral took flight on November 12 from Byron Airport, where the Elroy Air Team runs flight test operations.
  • It’s very encouraging.”
    To develop and bring the world’s first hVTOL air vehicle into flight test, the Elroy Air team overcame substantial technology challenges in electrical power management and structural vibration.
  • The company’s intellectual property and deep accumulated technical experience positions Elroy Air at the forefront of hVTOL aircraft development.
  • “The team at Elroy Air has achieved an exciting milestone with the first flight of their Chaparral aircraft,” said Dr. Mark Esper, 27th US Secretary of Defense and Elroy Air Board Member.

New Jersey American Water Hosts Graduation Ceremony for “Water UP!” Training Program

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Today, New Jersey American Water hosted a graduation ceremony for the third annual Water Utility Pipeline (Water UP!)

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  • Today, New Jersey American Water hosted a graduation ceremony for the third annual Water Utility Pipeline (Water UP!)
  • training program, a paid, 9-week workforce development program for adults in partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) .
  • graduates who are ready to take on a career in the water utility industry,” said Mark McDonough, President, New Jersey American Water.
  • Through a combination of hands-on training and classroom-based learning, participants are uniquely prepared for entry level opportunities within New Jersey American Water, American Water, and its utility industry partners.

Duke Energy proposes energy efficiency enhancements and innovative pilot programs for South Carolina customers

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The proposals from Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) and Duke Energy Progress (DEP) – if approved by the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) – will continue to shrink the challenge of serving the region's fast-growing electricity needs by delivering cost-effective energy savings.

Key Points: 
  • The proposals from Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) and Duke Energy Progress (DEP) – if approved by the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) – will continue to shrink the challenge of serving the region's fast-growing electricity needs by delivering cost-effective energy savings.
  • Two new pilot programs focus on innovative ways to address the needs of the most vulnerable customers by making their homes safer and more energy efficient.
  • Duke Energy Carolinas owns 19,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2.8 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 24,000-square-mile service area in North Carolina and South Carolina.
  • Duke Energy Progress owns 12,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 1.7 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 29,000-square-mile service area in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Environmental Noise Control, Inc. Products Now Featured on New York Department of Environmental Protection's Approved List

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Being added to the select list of NY DEP-approved products is an honor for ENC.

Key Points: 
  • Being added to the select list of NY DEP-approved products is an honor for ENC.
  • Environmental Noise Control has a fleet of noise control products that are manufactured in-house and range from temporary sound wall systems to portable panels and acoustic blankets.
  • "We are thrilled to have our products included in the NY DEP's approved list," says Don Behrens, Founder and President of Environmental Noise Control.
  • Environmental Noise Control offers acoustic blankets, wind-rated acoustical barriers up to 40' tall, and free-standing panels that exceed this requirement.

Approved Oil Company Secures Exclusive Multi-Year Deal to Power All NYC Agencies with Renewable Diesel, Boosting Green Initiatives Citywide

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Friday, December 1, 2023

In a historic move, Approved Oil Company has emerged as a leader in the distribution of Renewable Diesel within the city's borders.

Key Points: 
  • In a historic move, Approved Oil Company has emerged as a leader in the distribution of Renewable Diesel within the city's borders.
  • The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) has recognized Approved Oil Company's dedication to sustainable solutions and has awarded the company a prestigious multi-year contract.
  • By powering these essential agency fleets with Renewable Diesel, Approved Oil Company is playing a pivotal role in driving down carbon emissions and contributing to the realization of New York City's ambitious green initiatives.
  • As a local NYC based company, Approved Oil is particularly proud to have secured this landmark multi-year deal to supply the city with renewable diesel thereby contributing in a major way to supporting NYC's green initiatives.

U. S. Steel Pioneers Battery-Powered Locomotives, Reinforces Commitment to Sustainability and Community

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Monday, October 30, 2023

S. Steel” or the “Company”) (NYSE: X) announced today a significant step in its ongoing commitment to sustainability, environmental excellence and the communities it serves.

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  • S. Steel” or the “Company”) (NYSE: X) announced today a significant step in its ongoing commitment to sustainability, environmental excellence and the communities it serves.
  • The company converted two of its diesel switcher locomotives at the Mon Valley Works’ Edgar Thomson and Clairton Plants to state-of-the-art battery-operated locomotives.
  • The locomotives are built by Innovative Rail Technologies (IRT), a provider of customized lithium-ion propulsion solutions to the locomotive rail market.
  • U. S. Steel unveiled the locomotives to the employees, members of the community, media, and elected officials at an event on October 30, 2023, at the Mon Valley Works – Clairton Plant.

Alliance for Adult Education Announces Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative 2023 Meeting

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

POMPANO BEACH, FL, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alliance for Adult Education (AAE) launched its “Upskilling Pathways for the Underserved and Those Who Serve” Commitment to Action this week at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2023 Meeting .

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  • POMPANO BEACH, FL, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alliance for Adult Education (AAE) launched its “Upskilling Pathways for the Underserved and Those Who Serve” Commitment to Action this week at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2023 Meeting .
  • The Commitment, part of CGI’s Inclusive Economic Recovery and Growth focus area, will build educational and career pathways for the millions of American adults who lack a high school diploma.
  • The 2023 Commitment to Action builds upon a 2014 Commitment to Action launched by AAE member Smart Horizons Career Online Education (SHCOE) that led to dozens of major corporations offering employees high school education options as an employee benefit and thousands of public libraries offering a high school diploma option to their patrons.
  • “We are thrilled to be working with CGI to resume SHCOE’s important work,” said Ron J. Stefanski, AAE’s chief community affairs officer.