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Guizhou accelerates the deployment of the "East Data & West Computing" program to gain economic growth

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Friday, May 26, 2023

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Over the past decade, Guizhou has set up several super-large data centers for China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom, Huawei, Tencent and Apple by vigorously developing the big data industry.

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Over the past decade, Guizhou has set up several super-large data centers for China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom, Huawei, Tencent and Apple by vigorously developing the big data industry.
Driven by big data, Guizhou's economic growth has been accelerating constantly.
In 2022, Guizhou has officially become one of the national computing hub nodes in the "East Data & West Computing" program, and Gui'an has become one of the 10 national data center clusters in China.
In terms of data centers, by the end of March, a total of 18 large and ultra-large data centers has been settled down in Guizhou, including 8 ultra-large data centers.

DRI Aims to Increase Scientific Access to Earth Monitoring Data With Re-Launch of ClimateEngine.org

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Unfortunately, processing such vast amounts of data can be time and cost-prohibitive, which is why researchers teamed up with Google and federal agencies to create ClimateEngine.org .

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Unfortunately, processing such vast amounts of data can be time and cost-prohibitive, which is why researchers teamed up with Google and federal agencies to create ClimateEngine.org .
Interactive maps and data visualizations produced using decades of satellite data have been a cornerstone of the ClimateEngine.org app, and the new updates will make it easier than ever to use satellite, climate, and forecast data together.
It overcomes the computational barriers many research institutions and public agencies face when using large datasets by using Google Earth Engine’s parallel cloud computing platform.
BLM has positioned itself as a leader in monitoring of federal lands through its investment in ground and satellite-based vegetation monitoring.

Purchase Green Announces New Location in Utah County

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

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SPANISH FORK, Utah, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Purchase Green Artificial Grass , North America's largest artificial grass distributor, announces the launch of their newest showroom and warehouse in Utah County, opening April 3, 2023.

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SPANISH FORK, Utah, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Purchase Green Artificial Grass , North America's largest artificial grass distributor, announces the launch of their newest showroom and warehouse in Utah County, opening April 3, 2023.
Purchase Green Utah County will service Lehi, Highland, Alpine, Lindon, Cedar Hills, Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain, American Fork, and other surrounding cities.
We are very excited to be a part of the Purchase Green family and to provide artificial grass to the Utah County area.
In addition, Purchase Green Utah County will serve as a groundbreaking development in Utah's fight against recent drought conditions.

CYBER.ORG Range Announced Alongside Governor John Bel Edwards of Louisiana and Jen Easterly, Director of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to Strengthen the Future U.S. Cybersecurity Workforce

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Monday, November 7, 2022

The CYBER.ORG Range is accessible to all K-12 students but is primarily geared toward high school students interested in learning core cybersecurity concepts and curriculum.

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The CYBER.ORG Range is accessible to all K-12 students but is primarily geared toward high school students interested in learning core cybersecurity concepts and curriculum.
Thanks to Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and Director Easterlys leadership, students can now more easily build confidence in cybersecurity and feel prepared to enter careers in a high-demand field.
Through the CYBER.ORG Range and CYBER.ORGs other free resources, K-12 teachers are empowered to teach cybersecurity in the classroom.
CYBER.ORG, through the CETAP grant provided by CISA, is doing critical work in Louisiana to advance the cybersecurity workforce, said Governor of Louisiana John Bel Edwards.

CYBER.ORG Expands Project REACH HBCU Feeder Program to Diversify the Cybersecurity Workforce

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

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CYBER.ORG a workforce development organization funded by Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency s (CISA) Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP) grant today announced the expansion of Project REACH , a feeder program created to recruit a diverse body of K-12 students to pursue undergraduate cybersecurity degrees and bolster the U.S. cybersecurity workforce.

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CYBER.ORG a workforce development organization funded by Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency s (CISA) Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP) grant today announced the expansion of Project REACH , a feeder program created to recruit a diverse body of K-12 students to pursue undergraduate cybersecurity degrees and bolster the U.S. cybersecurity workforce.
Additional HBCUs are also considering joining Project REACH in the coming months.
With CISAs support, introducing this type of training to K-12 students proactively addresses the lack of diversity in the cybersecurity workforce, exacerbated by unequal access to K-12 cybersecurity education.
Project REACH, through resources provided by CYBER.ORG, is uniquely positioned to bridge the existing cybersecurity skills gap and help ensure that all students have access to cybersecurity education regardless of background.

Purchase Green Opens New Franchise in Monterey, California

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

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Purchase Green Monterey opened on May 2nd - servicing areas such as Big Sur, Salinas, Santa Cruz, and other surrounding cities.

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Purchase Green Monterey opened on May 2nd - servicing areas such as Big Sur, Salinas, Santa Cruz, and other surrounding cities.
Prior to owning his Franchise, Eric served as the Store Manager in Purchase Green's San Jose location for four years.
Monterey Purchase Green is strategically positioned to service the unique requirements of coastal regions within the area.
The opening of Purchase Green Monterey symbolizes Purchase Green's commitment to alleviating energy costs and assisting California's drought-stricken communities, one lawn at a time.

CYBER.ORG Launches Project Access, a National Effort to Increase Access to Cybersecurity Education for Students with Disabilities

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Monday, June 27, 2022

Its CYBER.ORGs mission to introduce all K-12 learners, regardless of background or ability, to cybersecurity education.

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Its CYBER.ORGs mission to introduce all K-12 learners, regardless of background or ability, to cybersecurity education.
Until Project Access, there hasnt been a dedicated program to teach cybersecurity to blind and visually impaired students.
Virginias DBVI programming has resulted in 94% of participating students planning to study cybersecurity in college, pursue cybersecurity credentials or go directly into the cybersecurity workforce.
We are confident that Project Access will inspire more opportunities for students with disabilities in different states to access and experience cybersecurity training.

CYBER.ORG Announces Creation of National Cybersecurity Education Month in June to Expand K-12 Cybersecurity Education and Diversify the Talent Pipeline

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Monday, June 13, 2022

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The month-long event will raise awareness of K-12 cybersecurity education and introduce students to the power of cybersecurity careers to bolster the U.S. cybersecurity workforce.

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The month-long event will raise awareness of K-12 cybersecurity education and introduce students to the power of cybersecurity careers to bolster the U.S. cybersecurity workforce.
With the support of policymakers and the involvement of industry leaders from CISA, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE), and the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Cybersecurity Education Month is helping improve access to K-12 cybersecurity education nationwide and diversify the talent pipeline with students from all backgrounds.
CYBER.ORGs annual Cyber Education Discovery Forum (CEDF) will take place during National Cybersecurity Education Month on June 20-22 in Washington D.C.
This National Cybersecurity Education Month, we hope to bring greater urgency to preparing future generations for cybersecurity careers, said Kevin Nolten, Vice President of the Cyber Innovation Center.

Huawei's Prefabricated Modular DC Solution Contributes to a Green, Digital Chengdu

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

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Digital transformation has wiped away the dust and fog of Chengdu and brought it a brighter sky.

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Digital transformation has wiped away the dust and fog of Chengdu and brought it a brighter sky.
To achieve fast rollout and E2E life cycle low carbon, the Chengdu AI computing data centeruses Huawei's prefabricated modular data center solution to integrate smart and green facilities like PowerPod, SmartLi, and iCooling.etc.
The facilities are prefabricated in the factory and carried out in parallel with the construction.
It is the low-carbon prefabricated modular construction and the green AI industry that allows us to visibly see the snow-covered mountains in the distance and drives the city's low-carbon, high-quality development.

Reclamation investing $15.4 million to help communities mitigate drought and climate change impacts in Western United States

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Friday, February 12, 2021

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The WaterSMART Drought Program funding will leverage $54.9 million in non-federal cost-share to complete projects in seven Western states.

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The WaterSMART Drought Program funding will leverage $54.9 million in non-federal cost-share to complete projects in seven Western states.
"More than 50 percent of the Western United States is in a severe drought or worse," said Chief Engineer David Raff.
"The projects selected will help communities prepare for the increased risk of a drought by increasing the reliability of water supplies and improving water management."
Reclamation's Drought Response Program supports science-based decision-making in drought planning, and connects recipients with resources across Federal agencies, including NOAA's National Integrated Drought Information System.