Blue Zone

Blue Zones Activate and Pine County Join Forces to Help Transform the Health of the County

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

PINE CITY, Minn., Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pine County today announced the launch of Blue Zones Activate, a well-being initiative that uses an evidence-based approach to make healthy choices easier in all the places people spend the most time. The effort begins with an in-depth readiness and feasibility assessment of Pine County that will help determine how to make it a healthier place to live, work, grow up, and grow older.

Key Points: 
  • "Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of everyone in Pine County, and we've been making incredible strides with our public health team," said Stephen Hallan, Pine County Commissioner.
  • "We're excited to partner with Blue Zones, along with direct collaboration from the community, to help identify current challenges and opportunities so that Pine County is a healthier, happier place where everyone can thrive."
  • "We are excited to work with Pine County in this bold shared vision to improve well-being, resilience, and economic vitality," said Ben Leedle, Blue Zones CEO and Co-founder of Blue Zones Project.
  • The original research and findings were released in Buettner's bestselling books The Blue Zones Solution, The Blue Zones of Happiness, The Blue Zones, Thrive, and Blue Zones Kitchen—all published by National Geographic books.

BLUE ZONES PROJECT LAUNCHES IN PARKLAND AND SPANAWAY IN WASHINGTON STATE


PARKLAND, Wash. and SPANAWAY, Wash., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MultiCare Health System, Pierce County, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health announce the launch of Blue Zones Project in Parkland and Spanaway.

Key Points: 
  • PARKLAND, Wash. and SPANAWAY, Wash., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MultiCare Health System, Pierce County, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health announce the launch of Blue Zones Project in Parkland and Spanaway.
  • County Executive Bruce Dammeier said, "I am very excited for our Blue Zones initiative to move forward in the Parkland and Spanaway communities.
  • All residents of Parkland and Spanaway are welcome and encouraged to take part in Blue Zones Project programs and offerings, starting with signing up for the newsletter here: bluezones.com/bzpparklandspanaway .
  • Blue Zones Project is brought to Parkland and Spanaway by MultiCare , Pierce County , and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

Riverside University Health System-Public Health Launches Blue Zones Activate to Improve Well-Being in Riverside County

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Monday, November 28, 2022

RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside University Health System-Public Health (RUHS-PH) today announced the launch of Blue Zones Activate, a comprehensive policy-based initiative that uses an evidence-based approach to make healthy choices easier in all the places people spend the most time.

Key Points: 
  • "We're excited to partner with Blue Zones, a proven innovator in community well-being improvement, to make Riverside County a healthier, happier place where everyone can thrive."
  • "We are excited to work with Blue Zones and other community leaders and partners to help improve the health of our entire region.
  • The original research and findings were released in Buettner's bestselling books The Blue Zones Solution, The Blue Zones of Happiness, The Blue Zones, Thrive, and Blue Zones Kitchenall published by National Geographic books.
  • For more information, visit bluezones.com
    RUHS-Public Health is part of Riverside University Health System and was created to protect the wellbeing of Riverside County residents and visitors.

Delta selected among the Best Taiwan Global Brands for 12 consecutive years

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

TAIPEI, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta, a global leading provider of power and thermal management solutions, today announced it has been selected among the Best Taiwan Global Brands for the 12th consecutive year. Delta's brand value this year increased by 8% compared with 2021, reaching US $426 million and setting a record of ten consecutive years of growth. The Best Global Taiwan Brands Survey is organized by the Industrial Development Bureau, Ministry of Economic Affairs, and executed by Interbrand, an international brand valuation institution.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Delta, a global leading provider of power and thermal management solutions, today announced it has been selected among the Best Taiwan Global Brands for the 12th consecutive year.
  • The Best Global Taiwan Brands Survey is organized by the Industrial Development Bureau, Ministry of Economic Affairs, and executed by Interbrand, an international brand valuation institution.
  • Ms. Shan-Shan Guo, Chief Brand Officer of Delta, stated, "Delta has marked a new milestone in 2022 that ushers in a new era for the next 50 years.
  • As a result, we have witnessed outstanding and growing business performance despite the impact of the global pandemic in recent years.

Delta Discussed its Coral Restoration Initiative, High Temperature-tolerant Coral Genes and Blue Carbon Topics with World-class Experts in the Action Hub of the COP27 Blue Zone

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Friday, November 18, 2022

High temperature-tolerant coral genes and blue carbon ecosystems were also part of the event discussion, which overall received enthusiastic responses from international opinion leaders.

Key Points: 
  • High temperature-tolerant coral genes and blue carbon ecosystems were also part of the event discussion, which overall received enthusiastic responses from international opinion leaders.
  • Different from the traditional conferences, Action Hub is held in a semi-open space in the Blue Zone to allow participants to participate freely.
  • Meanwhile, the Delta Electronics Foundation set up a booth in the Blue Zone during COP27 to display coral restoration equipment, which also facilitated the exchange of ideas with several international climate advocates.
  • Over the years, Delta has been recognized by numerous international awards that have proven our achievements in operations, innovation, and sustainability.

Blue Zones Project, Jacksonville Executive Director Announced

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Zones Project in Jacksonville today announced the appointment of Nicole Hamm as the Executive Director of Blue Zones Project, Jacksonville.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Zones Project in Jacksonville today announced the appointment of Nicole Hamm as the Executive Director of Blue Zones Project, Jacksonville.
  • Blue Zones Project was launched in Jacksonville in June of 2022 through an innovative sponsorship by Baptist Health, Brooks Rehabilitation, the City of Jacksonville, Community First Credit Union, Florida Blue, the Jacksonville Jaguars, Jessie Ball duPont Fund, Mayo Clinic, UF Health, and the United Way of Northeast Florida.
  • Based on principles developed by Dan Buettner, National Geographic Fellow and New York Times best-selling author of "The Blue Zones" and "The Blue Zones Solution," Blue Zones Project is designed to make healthy choices easier through permanent changes to the built environment, food environment, policy, and social networks.
  • Blue Zones Project is brought to Jacksonville by Blue Zones and a powerful coalition of community leaders: Baptist Health, Brooks Rehabilitation, the City of Jacksonville, Community First Credit Union, Florida Blue, Jacksonville Jaguars, Jessie Ball duPont Fund, Mayo Clinic, UF Health, and United Way of Northeast Florida.

At COP27 Lemu Announces Plan to Finance the Protection of 1% of the Earth in 10 years

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Egypt, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At COP 27, the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, Lemu, creators of an online platform that brings people together to advocate for the planet, will outline the organization's strategy to channel up to $3 billion by 2033 to protect 130 million hectares or 1% of the Earth's land. Lemu founder and CEO Leo Prieto will be speaking at COP 27 and presenting the startup's strategy to finance conservation through its app.

Key Points: 
  • Lemu founder and CEO Leo Prieto will be speaking at COP 27 and presenting the startup'sstrategy to finance conservation through its app.
  • Lemu was launched this month for early adopters on iOS and Android and will become an open platform early in 2023.
  • Lemu's goal is to be responsible for financing the protection of 1% of planet Earth within the next 10 years.
  • For more information or to join the Lemu network, visit le.mu .

Shipping decarbonization action plan launched to upskill global seafaring workforce

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Maritime Just Transition Task Force 'Mapping a Maritime Just Transition for Seafarers' paperputs forward a 10-point action plan in response to new research.

Key Points: 
  • Maritime Just Transition Task Force 'Mapping a Maritime Just Transition for Seafarers' paperputs forward a 10-point action plan in response to new research.
  • Action Plan makes practical recommendations for industry, governments and workers and academia (including training providers).
  • A new Action Plan , launched at COP 27 by UN organizations, shipowners and unions, sets out recommendations to upskill seafarers to meet shippings decarbonisation goals.
  • In response to the training challenge that the modelling lays bare, the Action Plan makes recommendations for industry, governments, seafarer unions and academia (including training providers).

SUSTAINABLE HOTEL GROUP IBEROSTAR TO BE CARBON NEUTRAL BY 2030, 20 YEARS AHEAD OF THE INDUSTRY'S GLOBAL TARGET

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

PALMA, Spain, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iberostar, an international leader in responsible tourism, will bring its carbon emissions down to zero by 2030, 20 years before the global hospitality industry target.

Key Points: 
  • PALMA, Spain, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iberostar, an international leader in responsible tourism, will bring its carbon emissions down to zero by 2030, 20 years before the global hospitality industry target.
  • The group is committed to reducing Scope 3 absolute GhG emissions by 50% for the same year.
  • Iberostar will also make up for remaining emissions by implementing nature-based solutions that protect and restore the ecosystems in all its destinations.
  • The Group is made up of a global team consisting of more than 30,000 people and 95 nationalities.

Semiconductor Climate Consortium Representatives to Present During 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27)

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Monday, November 7, 2022

Representatives from ASM, ASMPT, Samsung Electronics and Schneider Electric will also participate in the panel discussion Semiconductor Climate Consortium Ambition to 1.5 in the COP27 Blue Zone on Nov. 9 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

Key Points: 
  • Representatives from ASM, ASMPT, Samsung Electronics and Schneider Electric will also participate in the panel discussion Semiconductor Climate Consortium Ambition to 1.5 in the COP27 Blue Zone on Nov. 9 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.
  • The panel will also include representatives from Accenture, GM, Microsoft, the National Wildlife Federation and the White House Environmental Justice Council.
  • The Climate Equity Collaborative is a joint effort between GM and the National Wildlife Federation to address the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities and youth.
  • Requests to attend an SCC informational session in Sharm El-Sheikh and for more information on the Consortium can be sent to [email protected] .