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Rollet Reefs Foundation and Bluetide Announce Coral Reefs Conservation Partnership

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico , July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The non-profit organizations, Rollet Reefs Foundation and Bluetide have joined forces to affect change in coral reef conservation in developing countries, particularly in the Caribbean and Indian Ocean. The initial joint projects will focus on marine conservation initiatives in Puerto Rico with an aim to educate, support, promote and engage local populations, governments and industry policy makers. "Partnering with Bluetide was a natural first step for the Rollet Reef foundation," said RRF founder Gilles Rollet. "Our mission is to educate local populations and governments on finding the balance between coral reefs conservation and rehabilitation efforts, and the needs of the local economy. The work that Bluetide have been doing since 2018 was perfectly aligned to our vision and mission. We are incredibly excited to be working with them to really begin impacting efforts the region," stated Rollet.

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  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The non-profit organizations, Rollet Reefs Foundation and Bluetide have joined forces to affect change in coral reef conservation in developing countries, particularly in the Caribbean and Indian Ocean.
  • "Partnering with Bluetide was a natural first step for the Rollet Reef foundation," said RRF founder Gilles Rollet.
  • "Our mission is to educate local populations and governments on finding the balance between coral reefs conservation and rehabilitation efforts, and the needs of the local economy.
  • Partnering with Rollet Reefs Foundation helps us to continue these efforts and strengthen these programs.

Gilles Rollet, Career Banker and Investor Launches Rollet Reefs Foundation Conservation Non-Profit

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gilles Rollet, an investment banker with a prestigious 30-year international career in major financial institutions and the private banking sector, has announced the launch of his coral reef conversation non-profit organization, Rollet Rees Foundation (RRF). Rollet, a keen scuba diver, who has dived coral reef sites across the globe for much of his life, was startled by the damage and impact he's witnessed over the last few decades on these delicate underwater ecosystems - primarily as a result of coral bleaching, pollution, and over-fishing.

Key Points: 
  • The Rollet Reefs Foundation has launched with an aim to educate, support, collaborate, and initiate coral reef conservation efforts in developing countries.
  • There comes a moment when as individuals, we are compelled to do more," said Rollet explaining the drive behind establishing the Rollet Reefs Foundation .
  • Rollet has chosen to focus the efforts of the Rollet Reefs Foundation on reefs in developing countries, in particular those in the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean.
  • Rollet Reefs Foundation (RRF) is a non-profit dedicated to the protection of coral reefs in developing countries such as the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean.

Gilles Rollet, Career Banker and Investor Launches Rollet Reefs Foundation Conservation Non-Profit

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gilles Rollet, an investment banker with a prestigious 30-year international career in major financial institutions and the private banking sector, has announced the launch of his coral reef conversation non-profit organization, Rollet Rees Foundation (RRF). Rollet, a keen scuba diver, who has dived coral reef sites across the globe for much of his life, was startled by the damage and impact he's witnessed over the last few decades on these delicate underwater ecosystems - primarily as a result of coral bleaching, pollution, and over-fishing.

Key Points: 
  • The Rollet Reefs Foundation has launched with an aim to educate, support, collaborate, and initiate coral reef conservation efforts in developing countries.
  • There comes a moment when as individuals, we are compelled to do more," said Rollet explaining the drive behind establishing the Rollet Reefs Foundation .
  • Rollet has chosen to focus the efforts of the Rollet Reefs Foundation on reefs in developing countries, in particular those in the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean.
  • Rollet Reefs Foundation (RRF) is a non-profit dedicated to the protection of coral reefs in developing countries such as the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean.

Thirty-Eight High Schools Receive Rachael Ray Foundation ProStart Grow Grants to Launch the Careers of Future Culinary and Restaurant Management Talent

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

WASHINGTON, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) today announced that 38 high schools from across the country have been selected to receive $5,000 grants to support their ProStart culinary and restaurant management programs through the Rachael Ray Foundation ProStart Grow Grant program.

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  • Winning Schools Demonstrated Need and Positive Impact, Will Receive $5,000 from the Rachael Ray Foundation to Improve or Kick Off New ProStart Programs
    Earlier this year, the Rachael Ray Foundation generously contributed $225,000 in support of ProStart Grow Grants.
  • "ProStart is truly making a difference in the lives of students and nurturing the next generation of talent in our industry," said Rob Gifford, President of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.
  • To-date, the Rachael Ray Foundation ProStart Grow Grant Program has provided $590,000 to schools demonstrating a strong need to engage and educate high school students interested in exploring restaurant and foodservice careers.
  • About The Rachael Ray Foundation:The Rachael Ray Foundation (RRF) is a private foundation that is fully funded by the proceeds from the sale of Rachael Ray Nutrish.

World Oceans Day: CMA CGM continues with its commitment to restoring coral reefs

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

CMA CGM, committed to the environment and our oceans.

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  • CMA CGM, committed to the environment and our oceans.
  • This involvement of the CMA CGM Group is reflected in particular by the Reef Recovery program to restore coral reefs.
  • Very recently, the Group joined forces with Reef Renewal Foundation International (RRFI), an NGO that develops coral restoration projects around the world.
  • The CMA CGM Foundation also intervenes in humanitarian crises requiring an emergency response by calling on the Group's shipping and logistics expertise to deliver humanitarian supplies around the world.

Resident Relief Foundation Extends Its Reach During Pandemic, Helping More Than 100 Families Facing Eviction Remain In Their Homes

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Resident Relief Foundation (RRF) grew steadily through the pandemic, announcing it made 126 rental assistance grants since April of 2020 and that it has crossed over $1 million raised to help keep renters facing eviction due to a financial crisis remain in their homes.

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  • The Resident Relief Foundation made 126 rental assistance grants since April of 2020 to help keep renters facing eviction due to a financial crisis remain in their homes.
  • The five-year-old nonprofit, started by real estate investment entrepreneurs Damian Langere and Keith Wasserman, has awarded more than $500,000 in grants to residents in 21 states.
  • Each of the more than 225 grant recipients since 2017 have also completed a financial education course provided by RRF to help them manage their money more effectively.
  • The Resident Relief Foundation (RRF) helps responsible residents stay in their homes during a singular, unexpected financial emergency.

Estonia Construction Market Size, Trends and Forecasts Report 2022: Growth Rates are Likely to be Revised Due to the Russo-Ukraine Conflict - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

The "Estonia Construction Market Size, Trends and Forecasts by Sector - Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Institutional and Residential Market Analysis, 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Estonia Construction Market Size, Trends and Forecasts by Sector - Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Institutional and Residential Market Analysis, 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • According to Statistics Estonia, the industry's value add expanded by 6.4% year on year (YoY) in the first three quarters of 2021.
  • Forecasted growth rates are therefore likely to be revised depending on the how the conflict unfolds over the following weeks and months.
  • As it stands, the government plans to invest EUR96 million ($113.5 million) to develop and upgrade public transport infrastructure in 2022.

Portugal Construction Industry Report 2022: Industry is Expected to Grow by 1.2% in 2022 Before Posting an Annual Average Growth Rate of 1.7% Between 2023-2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 20, 2022

However, growth in 2022 will be driven by the government's efforts to develop transport infrastructure along with rising public and private sector investments in both building and civil engineering works.

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  • However, growth in 2022 will be driven by the government's efforts to develop transport infrastructure along with rising public and private sector investments in both building and civil engineering works.
  • The rise in building permits in 2021 is also expected to boost construction activities in coming quarters.
  • Furthermore, growth will also depend on the efficient execution of projects under the recovery program, and the implementation of associated reforms are key to sustain growth.
  • The newly elected government is set to implement a budget for 2022, including a significant amount of EU funding.

Spain Construction Market/Industry Report 2022: Market is Expected to Expand by 8.3% in Real Terms in 2022, Following an Annual Decline of 4.1% in 2021 - Forecasts to 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

The "Spain Construction Market Size, Trends and Forecasts by Sector - Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Institutional and Residential Market Analysis, 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Spain Construction Market Size, Trends and Forecasts by Sector - Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Institutional and Residential Market Analysis, 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The construction industry in Spain is expected to expand by 8.3% in real terms in 2022, following an annual decline of 4.1% in 2021, supported by a favorable base effect, coupled with spending through the European Union (EU) Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), and favorable monetary conditions.
  • In December 2021, the parliament approved Spain's 2022 Budget, which involves spending of EUR240 billion ($264.1 billion) in 2022, a marginal increase of 0.2% compared to the previous year's budget.
  • The industry is expected to register annual growth in the range of 2.4 - 4% from 2023 to 2026, supported by infrastructure developments in energy, housing, and industrial sectors.

Hopes of Replenishing RRF Dashed by Senate

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

WASHINGTON, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Senate failed to advance the Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022 (S. 4008), ending the possibility of replenishing the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). The vote is a devastating blow to the restaurant industry and small business operators.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Senate failed to advance the SmallBusinessCOVID Relief Act of 2022(S. 4008), ending the possibility of replenishing the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF).
  • "When Congress offered these restaurants the RRF lifeline, restaurant owners and operators made business decisions based on those commitments.
  • "Today, a Senate filibuster dashed the promise made to more than 177,000 small business owners in communities across the country" said Sean Kennedy, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the National Restaurant Association.
  • The American Rescue Plan established the RRF with $28.6 billion that Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) called a down payment to restaurants.