Water resources management

Morgan Stanley Builds Digital Platform to Help Billion Oyster Project Speed Up Oyster Bed Growth

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Banking, Environment, Professional services, Billion Oyster Project, Citizen science, Water resources management, Oyster, Food and drink, Animals, Articles, Morgan Stanley, Billion Oyster Project, MORGAN STANLEY, BILLION OYSTER PROJECT

As we seek to restore one of New York Harbors keystone species, the Billion Oyster Project Digital Platform has the power to transform how we operate.

Key Points: 
  • As we seek to restore one of New York Harbors keystone species, the Billion Oyster Project Digital Platform has the power to transform how we operate.
  • In the past 18 months, a rotating team of Morgan Stanley volunteers worked with BOP to design and build the Billion Oyster Project Digital Platform (BOPDP), delivering a user-friendly, reliable platform that can easily be maintained by the BOP community.
  • Moving forward, Morgan Stanley plans to develop tools for migrating residual data from BOPs legacy platform to the new platform.
  • Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.

Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Billion Oyster Project Announce Second-Year Partnership To Help Restore One Billion Oysters To New York Harbor

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Oysters, Diageo brands, Scottish malt whisky, Billion Oyster Project, Citizen science, Water resources management, Talisker distillery, Scotch whisky, Food and drink, Articles, Animals, Oyster reef restoration

Oyster shells provide the base material for oyster reefs, which offer a home for young oysters to grow and hundreds of species in New York Harbor to thrive.

Key Points: 
  • Oyster shells provide the base material for oyster reefs, which offer a home for young oysters to grow and hundreds of species in New York Harbor to thrive.
  • This year, Talisker is also joining Billion Oyster Project in supporting Senate Bill S4741 in New York State.
  • With the help of volunteers and partners since 2014, Billion Oyster Project has:
    To learn more about Billion Oyster Project, visit billionoysterproject.org .
  • For more information on Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky, visit www.malts.com/en-us/brands/talisker ,
    Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.

CGTN: China to prioritize conservation in its water diversion project

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Friday, May 14, 2021
Water, Environmental issues in China, Irrigation in China, Interbasin transfer, Hydrology, Water resources management, South–North Water Transfer Project, Water security, Environment of China

b"BEIJING, May 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- China will press ahead with the world's largest water diversion project and prioritize water conservation in the process.\nAs the country pursues green and high-quality development, efforts should be made to advance the South-to-North Water Diversion Project in a scientific manner and promote the effective and economical use of water resources, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.\nXi made the remarks at a symposium on advancing the high-quality follow-up development of the project in Nanyang, central China's Henan Province, following an inspection tour that began on Wednesday.\nHe called for safeguarding ecological security and promoting balanced spatial distribution of water resources in the country.\nThe South-to-North Water Diversion Project links the Yangtze River, the Huaihe River, the Yellow River and the Haihe River.

Key Points: 
  • b"BEIJING, May 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- China will press ahead with the world's largest water diversion project and prioritize water conservation in the process.\nAs the country pursues green and high-quality development, efforts should be made to advance the South-to-North Water Diversion Project in a scientific manner and promote the effective and economical use of water resources, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.\nXi made the remarks at a symposium on advancing the high-quality follow-up development of the project in Nanyang, central China's Henan Province, following an inspection tour that began on Wednesday.\nHe called for safeguarding ecological security and promoting balanced spatial distribution of water resources in the country.\nThe South-to-North Water Diversion Project links the Yangtze River, the Huaihe River, the Yellow River and the Haihe River.
  • It is aimed at providing a permanent solution to the water shortage in northern China by diverting water from the country's water-rich southern regions.\nThe grand project consists of three routes, among which the first phase the eastern and middle routes went into operation in 2013 and 2014 respectively.
  • More than 120 million people had directly benefited from the project.\nXi's inspection tour and the symposium came at a time when China gears up for planning and implementing the next stage of the project.
  • He also called for accelerating efforts to build a national water network and ensure national water security.\nThe place where President Xi chose to convene the meeting is of great significance to the water diversion project.

CGTN: China to prioritize conservation in its water diversion project

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Friday, May 14, 2021
Water, Environmental issues in China, Irrigation in China, Interbasin transfer, Hydrology, Water resources management, South–North Water Transfer Project, Water security, Environment of China

b"BEIJING, May 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- China will press ahead with the world's largest water diversion project and prioritize water conservation in the process.\nAs the country pursues green and high-quality development, efforts should be made to advance the South-to-North Water Diversion Project in a scientific manner and promote the effective and economical use of water resources, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.\nXi made the remarks at a symposium on advancing the high-quality follow-up development of the project in Nanyang, central China's Henan Province, following an inspection tour that began on Wednesday.\nHe called for safeguarding ecological security and promoting balanced spatial distribution of water resources in the country.\nThe South-to-North Water Diversion Project links the Yangtze River, the Huaihe River, the Yellow River and the Haihe River.

Key Points: 
  • b"BEIJING, May 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- China will press ahead with the world's largest water diversion project and prioritize water conservation in the process.\nAs the country pursues green and high-quality development, efforts should be made to advance the South-to-North Water Diversion Project in a scientific manner and promote the effective and economical use of water resources, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.\nXi made the remarks at a symposium on advancing the high-quality follow-up development of the project in Nanyang, central China's Henan Province, following an inspection tour that began on Wednesday.\nHe called for safeguarding ecological security and promoting balanced spatial distribution of water resources in the country.\nThe South-to-North Water Diversion Project links the Yangtze River, the Huaihe River, the Yellow River and the Haihe River.
  • It is aimed at providing a permanent solution to the water shortage in northern China by diverting water from the country's water-rich southern regions.\nThe grand project consists of three routes, among which the first phase the eastern and middle routes went into operation in 2013 and 2014 respectively.
  • More than 120 million people had directly benefited from the project.\nXi's inspection tour and the symposium came at a time when China gears up for planning and implementing the next stage of the project.
  • He also called for accelerating efforts to build a national water network and ensure national water security.\nThe place where President Xi chose to convene the meeting is of great significance to the water diversion project.

Take A Stand For Healthy Community Water With Philippe Cousteau, Jr., Xylem Watermark And The 2021 Earthecho Water Challenge!

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Monday, March 15, 2021
Water, Water management, Articles, EarthEcho International, Water resources management, Natural environment, World Water Monitoring Day, Philippe Cousteau, Water quality, Water resources

The EarthEcho Water Challenge features virtual events that offer unique opportunities for individuals, classrooms, businesses and communities to connect to their local water resources through water quality monitoring and local waterway protection projects.

Key Points: 
  • The EarthEcho Water Challenge features virtual events that offer unique opportunities for individuals, classrooms, businesses and communities to connect to their local water resources through water quality monitoring and local waterway protection projects.
  • Partners, collaborators and participants take the lead in communities around the world to test water quality, share their results and protect their local water resources.
  • "Daily life as we know it depends on access to healthy, dependable sources of water," said Philippe Cousteau, Jr., founder of EarthEcho International.
  • The EarthEcho Water Challenge provides information and tools to help anyone understand, respect and preserve our most important natural resource."

Global Coalition Unites to Tackle the Urban Water Crisis and Address Climate Change Through Public-Private Collaboration

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Environment, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Other Energy, Urban planning, Utilities, Building Systems, Energy, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Articles, Nature, Natural environment, Integrated urban water management, Sustainable urban planning, Water resources management, Water supply network, Water scarcity

Launched today, the 50L Home Coalition (Coalition) is a global action-oriented platform addressing two of the worlds most pressing challenges: water security and climate change.

Key Points: 
  • Launched today, the 50L Home Coalition (Coalition) is a global action-oriented platform addressing two of the worlds most pressing challenges: water security and climate change.
  • The Coalition will advance policies, technologies and cross-industry collaboration to drive responsible water consumption in residential households and commercial buildings as a strategic lever to transform urban water management.
  • Innovation: Developing solutions to address water efficiency in homes and within the wider urban water system.
  • The Coalition invites visionary leaders from companies, cities or civil society that are committed to solving the urban water crisis and addressing climate change to join the Coalition.

Taronis Provides Water Pilot Update

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Friday, January 31, 2020
Water, Articles, Nature, Environmentalism, Public services, Water technology, Economic globalization, Water footprint, Water resources management, Water metering, Sustainability

PHOENIX, AZ, Jan. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taronis Technologies, Inc., (Taronis or the Company) (NASDAQ: TRNX),a sustainability technologies company, today provided a comprehensive update and business outlook for the Water Pilot, LLC (Water Pilot) a majority-owned subsidiary of the Company.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, AZ, Jan. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taronis Technologies, Inc., (Taronis or the Company) (NASDAQ: TRNX),a sustainability technologies company, today provided a comprehensive update and business outlook for the Water Pilot, LLC (Water Pilot) a majority-owned subsidiary of the Company.
  • This is a major accomplish for the Company, as this is the first core intellectual property that the Water Pilot team has delivered under Taronis ownership.
  • The WATER PILOT System immediately reduces water consumption and provides you with live remote consumption monitoring for long term leak protection and water asset management.
  • Water Pilot may be appropriate for a wide range of businesses or properties with a water meter.

Digital Realty Reaches Agreement with Nalco Water to Enhance Water Stewardship

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Nature, Water, Natural environment, Water supply, Water treatment, Water resources management, Nalco Holding Company, Reclaimed water, Water footprint, Water scarcity

The agreement with Nalco Water will help implement cooling technologies designed to achieve the best balance between water consumption, energy consumption and environmental impacts.

Key Points: 
  • The agreement with Nalco Water will help implement cooling technologies designed to achieve the best balance between water consumption, energy consumption and environmental impacts.
  • Benefits for Digital Realty and its customers include:
    Water stewardship is an important initiative for the data center industry, particularly in areas of water scarcity.Digital Realty seeks to utilize water responsibly while meeting its customers' needs for reliable and cost-effective cooling solutions.
  • Most recently, Digital Realty completed the South Bay Water Recycling Application for entitlement of reclaimed water to supply itsfacilities in Santa Clara, CA.
  • "Digital Realty understands the importance of water stewardship within its growing footprint of data centers," said Pedro Sancha, senior vice president and general manager of Light Industries for Nalco Water.

Moët Hennessy USA Partners with Billion Oyster Project to Help Restore Oyster Reefs in New York Harbor

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Monday, November 25, 2019
Billion Oyster Project, Citizen science, Water resources management, Food and drink, Foods, Oyster, Articles, Proud Pour

Founded in 2014, Billion Oyster Project's mission is to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • Founded in 2014, Billion Oyster Project's mission is to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.
  • "The Mot Hennessy USA team is honored to partner with Billion Oyster Project," said Jim Clerkin, President and CEO of Mot Hennessy North America.
  • "Billion Oyster Project is proud to be partnering with Mot Hennessy to grow our community, in size and enthusiasm, around restoring New York Harbor," said Pete Malinowski, Executive Director of Billion Oyster Project.
  • Billion Oyster Project (BOP) is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.

Philippe Cousteau, Jr.'s EarthEcho International Invites You to Join the Movement for Clean Water Resources with the Water Challenge this September

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Thursday, September 5, 2019
Citizen science, Crowdsourcing, Environmental education, Water resources management, World Water Monitoring Day, Branches of biology, Water pollution, Nature, Natural environment, Xylem, Water quality, EarthEcho International

"Xylem Watermark is proud to continue Solving Water in communities through our partnership collaboration with EarthEcho.

Key Points: 
  • "Xylem Watermark is proud to continue Solving Water in communities through our partnership collaboration with EarthEcho.
  • The EarthEcho Water Challenge runs annually from March 22 through December 31 and is comprised of three easy steps:
    Test It all begins by understanding the state of water quality in your community.
  • Student attendees will test and record water quality with the EarthEcho Water Challenge and take part in hands-on activities focused on salmon, stream health and environmental stewardship.
  • A diverse group of global partner organizations collaborates with the EarthEcho Water Challenge on outreach, resources, and events.