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LIS Technologies Inc. Strengthens its Technical Team with the Addition of Randall L. Beatty, Ph.D. as its Director for Regulatory Affairs

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Ambassador to Russia and distinguished research and development staff member in the Nuclear Security and Isotope Technology Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, as its Director for Regulatory Affairs.

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  • Ambassador to Russia and distinguished research and development staff member in the Nuclear Security and Isotope Technology Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, as its Director for Regulatory Affairs.
  • “The United States has shown a strong interest in finding safe, domestic energy solutions,” said Randall L. Beatty, Ph.D., Director for Regulatory Affairs for LIS Technologies Inc. “Nuclear energy presents a promising option to meet this demand.
  • Figure 1 - LIS Technologies Inc. Appoints Randall L. Beatty, Ph.D., as its Director for Regulatory Affairs.
  • He was also a senior diplomatic officer in Moscow Russia and the Deputy Executive Director for the International Science and Technology Center (ISTC).

OPEC Fund delivers record results in 2023 with US$1.7 billion in development funding

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Monday, January 29, 2024

The organization was established 48 years ago and the 2023 results represent a record in new commitments.

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  • The organization was established 48 years ago and the 2023 results represent a record in new commitments.
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In 2023, the OPEC Fund increased its impact through the delivery of development support in a challenging global environment.
  • We were also able to leverage our partnerships to mobilize development support by working with multilateral development banks and development finance institutions such as the Arab Coordination Group.
  • The issuance of the OPEC Fund's benchmark SDG bond raised US$1 billion for sustainable development projects.

OPEC Fund delivers record results in 2023 with US$1.7 billion in development funding

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 29, 2024

The organization was established 48 years ago and the 2023 results represent a record in new commitments.

Key Points: 
  • The organization was established 48 years ago and the 2023 results represent a record in new commitments.
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In 2023, the OPEC Fund increased its impact through the delivery of development support in a challenging global environment.
  • We were also able to leverage our partnerships to mobilize development support by working with multilateral development banks and development finance institutions such as the Arab Coordination Group.
  • The issuance of the OPEC Fund's benchmark SDG bond raised US$1 billion for sustainable development projects.

Terrestrial Energy and ENEC Sign MOU to Collaborate and Cooperate on IMSR Plant Development and Deployment

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Mohamed Al Hammadi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ENEC and Simon Irish, Chief Executive Officer of Terrestrial Energy.

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  • Mohamed Al Hammadi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ENEC and Simon Irish, Chief Executive Officer of Terrestrial Energy.
  • Terrestrial Energy is a leading technology company, and developer of a nuclear plant capable of suppling both high-temperature heat and electricity.
  • ENEC and Terrestrial Energy will collaborate to focus on the potential of IMSR plant for electricity generation and for large-scale industrial heat applications.
  • The parties will also consider frameworks for development and deployment of the IMSR plant in target industrial applications in the UAE and other markets.

Fukushima ALPS System Safety Gaining International Acceptance

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Japanese Minister Ito reaffirmed the safety of the released water saying analyses of water samples show levels of tritium’s concentration far lower than the international standards for drinking water.

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  • Japanese Minister Ito reaffirmed the safety of the released water saying analyses of water samples show levels of tritium’s concentration far lower than the international standards for drinking water.
  • In addition to independent sampling and monitoring, the international community is showing its acceptance of the water discharge and its belief in the safety of the discharge process.
  • Two and a half months after the ALPS system became operational, it appears that legitimate safety concerns raised by Japan’s neighboring countries are being answered, with continuous data supporting the safety of the treated water discharge.
  • The November 4th summit is an additional positive sign of regional acceptance of the Fukushima treated water discharge and safety of the ALPS system.

Kazakhstan's Former President Nazarbayev Addresses Astana Club on Urgent Need for Nuclear Détente

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Friday, December 15, 2023

During his traditional speech, the Club's chairman, former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, stated the need for urgent actions to achieve international nuclear détente.

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  • During his traditional speech, the Club's chairman, former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, stated the need for urgent actions to achieve international nuclear détente.
  • "In January of 2023 the Doomsday Clock was moved forward by 10 seconds - to 90 seconds to midnight.
  • As a positive example in global nuclear disarmament, Nazarbayev cited the experience of Kazakhstan under his leadership.
  • Therefore, today ensuring the safety of nuclear facilities in the zone of war conflicts require urgent joint efforts of all international community.

Kazakhstan's Former President Nazarbayev Addresses Astana Club on Urgent Need for Nuclear Détente

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Friday, December 15, 2023

During his traditional speech, the Club's chairman, former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, stated the need for urgent actions to achieve international nuclear détente.

Key Points: 
  • During his traditional speech, the Club's chairman, former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev, stated the need for urgent actions to achieve international nuclear détente.
  • "In January of 2023 the Doomsday Clock was moved forward by 10 seconds - to 90 seconds to midnight.
  • As a positive example in global nuclear disarmament, Nazarbayev cited the experience of Kazakhstan under his leadership.
  • Therefore, today ensuring the safety of nuclear facilities in the zone of war conflicts require urgent joint efforts of all international community.

Winner in AI Solutions for Climate Change Competition Announced at COP28

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has teamed up with multiple UN agencies in helping unlock the potential of AI in bolstering collective response to climate change at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), hosted by the UAE.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has teamed up with multiple UN agencies in helping unlock the potential of AI in bolstering collective response to climate change at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), hosted by the UAE.
  • "This means we need to act fast to reconcile between fast-growing demand for data with expectations for green networks," Guo said.
  • The technology has been implemented in more than 40 countries, helping reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 700,000 tons per year, Guo said.
  • The initiative is aimed at illuminating on the ways in which digital technologies can help achieve a more sustainable future and optimize resource efficiency through joint action.

Winner in AI Solutions for Climate Change Competition Announced at COP28

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has teamed up with multiple UN agencies in helping unlock the potential of AI in bolstering collective response to climate change at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), hosted by the UAE.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has teamed up with multiple UN agencies in helping unlock the potential of AI in bolstering collective response to climate change at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), hosted by the UAE.
  • "This means we need to act fast to reconcile between fast-growing demand for data with expectations for green networks," Guo said.
  • The technology has been implemented in more than 40 countries, helping reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 700,000 tons per year, Guo said.
  • The initiative is aimed at illuminating on the ways in which digital technologies can help achieve a more sustainable future and optimize resource efficiency through joint action.

COP28: OPEC Fund to expand partnerships and launch new initiatives to strengthen climate resilience and promote global food security

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

VIENNA, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is launching new initiatives and strengthening partnerships at the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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  • VIENNA, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is launching new initiatives and strengthening partnerships at the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  • During the two-week conference in Dubai the OPEC Fund will have a substantial presence at its own pavilion in the Blue Zone.
  • Aligned with its Climate Action Plan, the OPEC Fund is increasing climate adaptation, mitigation and resilience investments in energy, transport, agriculture, food, water and smart cities.
  • In 2022, the OPEC Fund launched a US$1 billion Food Security Action Plan in response to global supply chain disruption and in recognition of the impact of climate change on medium- and long-term food production.