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Duke Energy to implement new PowerPair pilot program for pairing home solar installations with battery energy storage

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Electricity, RSP, Solar energy, Natural gas, Duke Energy, RSC, Internet, NMB, Carbon, Power, Renewable energy

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) is implementing PowerPairSM, a new incentive-based pilot program for installing home solar generation with battery energy storage in its Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress service areas in North Carolina.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) is implementing PowerPairSM, a new incentive-based pilot program for installing home solar generation with battery energy storage in its Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress service areas in North Carolina.
  • "PowerPair gives Duke Energy an added tool to provide more reliability to solar energy which in turn benefits all customers as North Carolina grows in population," said Lon Huber, Duke Energy senior vice president, Pricing and Customer Solutions.
  • Some PowerPair customers and customers with existing battery storage may also participate in the company's expanded demand response programs.
  • Participating PowerPair customers must employ a Duke Energy Trade Ally, a solar and battery installer that has been approved by Duke Energy.

RSC to Present Key Findings From 'Urgent and Long Overdue' Report on Canada's Drug Crisis

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
RSC, Royal, Royal Society, Working Group, Policy

Ottawa, Ontario, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On January 16, 2024, the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) released the policy briefing titled "Urgent and Long Overdue: Legal Reform and Drug Decriminalization in Canada.” On March 27 at 2:00pm ET, the RSC is hosting a free webinar to present key findings of this report.

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  • Ottawa, Ontario, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On January 16, 2024, the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) released the policy briefing titled "Urgent and Long Overdue: Legal Reform and Drug Decriminalization in Canada.” On March 27 at 2:00pm ET, the RSC is hosting a free webinar to present key findings of this report.
  • “Criminalization of substance use is a strategy that perpetuates harm and stigma.
  • This discussion will be led by authors of the report, who will explore avenues toward a national approach to drug decriminalization.
  • Authors will also highlight shortcomings of the current approach to legal reform and discuss additional strategies for responding to Canada's toxic drug crisis.

New RSC Event: "Water is Life: Sustainability of Our Oceans"

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Ecology, FRSC, Phytoplankton, Royal Society, Social, Research, Fishery, University, Water, University of British Columbia, Biodiversity, Climate change, Microbiology Society, Royal Society of Canada, Policy, RSC, Economics, Canada Research Chair, IPBES, Massey College, Toronto, Dalhousie University, Food security, IPCC, Life, Genomics, Environment

Toronto, Ontario, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) and Massey College are thrilled to present the third installment of the RSC Dialogues @ Massey series, Water is Life: Sustainability of Our Oceans.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) and Massey College are thrilled to present the third installment of the RSC Dialogues @ Massey series, Water is Life: Sustainability of Our Oceans.
  • At this event, speakers will explore the topic of water sustainability with a focus on habitats, climate change, and Indigenous sovereignty.
  • Dr. Cheung is recognized internationally for his research on the interconnections among climate change, food security and biodiversity conservation in marine environments.
  • As a marine ecologist and fisheries scientist, Dr. Cheung's work addresses policy-relevant research questions through a transdisciplinary lens that encompasses oceanography, ecology, economics, and social sciences.

Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare Invests $500,000 in Place-Based Supports to Reduce Health Disparities for Seniors in Massachusetts Affordable Housing Sites

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Construction & Property, Seniors, Philanthropy, Other Health, Managed Care, General Health, Consumer, Health, Foundation, Residential Building & Real Estate, Socialization, Food, Health education, Child and family services, Refrigeration, Clothing, University, Greater Boston Food Bank, PBS, Organization, Medicine, RSC, Housing, Molina Healthcare, Partnership, Health insurance

Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare (“Senior Whole Health”) in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”) is announcing a $500,000 investment in organizations providing place-based supports (PBS) for residents of senior affordable housing sites.

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  • Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare (“Senior Whole Health”) in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”) is announcing a $500,000 investment in organizations providing place-based supports (PBS) for residents of senior affordable housing sites.
  • The resources will enhance care and wellness for facility residents across greater Boston.
  • It leverages on-site resident service coordinators (RSCs) who help seniors access health care providers, health plans, and community organizations.
  • “Improving health outcomes for older adults in Massachusetts goes beyond providing traditional medical services,” said Bill Graham, plan president for Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare.

New RSC Policy Briefing: "Repair and Recovery in Long-Term Care: Restoring Trust in the Aftermath of COVID-19 (2020-2023)"

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Long-term care, Policy, COVID-19, Royal, Life, Task force, Royal Society, Fear, University of Alberta, World Health Organization, Trust, Working Group, RSC, Dignity, LTC, FRSC, University, Aftermath, Working group

In charting the policy and legislative evolution since the 2020 report, “Repair and Recovery in Long-Term Care” makes eight recommendations for urgent action.

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  • In charting the policy and legislative evolution since the 2020 report, “Repair and Recovery in Long-Term Care” makes eight recommendations for urgent action.
  • Repair and recovery, while they may take near Herculean effort and a grit akin to dust-bowl determination, is possible.
  • It is going to take consequential action,” says Chair of the Working Group, Dr. Carole Estabrooks, FRSC, University of Alberta.
  • The Task Force established a series of Working Groups to rapidly develop Policy Briefings, with the objective of supporting policy makers with evidence to inform their decisions.

Crocs, Inc. Appoints EVP and CFO Anne Mehlman to EVP & President of Crocs Brand; Announces Planned Retirement of EVP & President Michelle Poole

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
Xchange, Partnership, Corporate finance, Growth, Family, Retirement, Amazon, Staples Business Advantage, Shoe, Marketing, Zappos, EVP, RSC, Lockheed, University, Conference, Management

In keeping with Crocs, Inc. succession planning, current EVP & Chief Financial Officer Anne Mehlman will be promoted to EVP & President of the Crocs Brand.

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  • In keeping with Crocs, Inc. succession planning, current EVP & Chief Financial Officer Anne Mehlman will be promoted to EVP & President of the Crocs Brand.
  • Until her replacement is named, Ms. Mehlman will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer of the company.
  • "It is with my utmost appreciation to share that Michelle Poole, EVP & President of the Crocs Brand, has announced her decision to retire after a distinguished 32-year career.
  • Anne Mehlman has over 20 years of global financial and operational experience, having re-joined Crocs, Inc. in 2018 as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Rubrik Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Cyber Recovery

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Friday, November 17, 2023
Cloud, PALO, Acquisition, Research, Laminar, Blancco Technology Group, Journal of Infrastructure Systems, Heel, IDC, RSC, Cryptocurrency, Rubrik

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rubrik , the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company, today announced it has been named a Leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cyber Recovery 2023 Vendor Assessment.1 The IDC MarketScape also recognized Rubrik for its strengths in data monitoring and visibility and extensive proactive cybersecurity posture capabilities.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rubrik , the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company, today announced it has been named a Leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cyber Recovery 2023 Vendor Assessment.1 The IDC MarketScape also recognized Rubrik for its strengths in data monitoring and visibility and extensive proactive cybersecurity posture capabilities.
  • “Rubrik has pivoted the most into cyber protection and recovery, going so far as to position itself as a data security vendor.
  • The Rubrik Security Cloud (RSC) suite of products includes data resilience, data observability, and data remediation functionality,” said Phil Goodwin, IDC MarketScape author and Research Vice President, Infrastructure Systems, Platforms and Technologies Group.
  • The company continues to innovate, last week unveiling Rubrik Ruby™, the generative AI companion for Rubrik Security Cloud designed to speed cyber detection, cyber recovery, and cyber resilience.

HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY HISTORY FOUNDATION DEBUTS HERITAGE TOTE COLLECTION

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Hudson's Bay Company History Foundation is excited to introduce a special collection of five unique canvas tote bags, each featuring a historic photograph that showcases the grand architecture of Hudson's Bay stores in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary, spanning several decades.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Hudson's Bay Company History Foundation is excited to introduce a special collection of five unique canvas tote bags, each featuring a historic photograph that showcases the grand architecture of Hudson's Bay stores in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary, spanning several decades.
  • The exclusive Heritage Tote collection, with each bag priced at $18, will be available on TheBay.com starting today, and in Hudson's Bay stores in the coming weeks.
  • Each Heritage Tote is crafted from 100% natural, unbleached cotton, complete with a broad gusset for enhanced durability and practicality.
  • Every tote narrates a distinct chapter in Hudson's Bay's history with featured images chosen from the Hudson's Bay Company's extensive corporate archives ranging from 1910 through 1979.

STAAR Surgical Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Biotechnology, Surgery, Medical Devices, Health, Optical, Research, Sale, ASC, Prior, Replay, Presbyopia, RSC, IOL, Intraocular lens, Conference, GAAP, Cataract, Judgement, International Intra-Ocular Implant Club, Advertising, Bank statement, Growth, Near-sightedness, Clinical trial, EVO, COVID-19, Marketing, Financial Accounting Standards Board, ICL, STAAR, Cost, Investment, Patient, Astigmatism, Y/Y, Video game, Pharmaceutical industry, Insurance

STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of the EVO family of Implantable Collamer® Lenses (ICL) for myopia, astigmatism and presbyopia, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 29, 2023.

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  • STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of the EVO family of Implantable Collamer® Lenses (ICL) for myopia, astigmatism and presbyopia, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 29, 2023.
  • Other Product sales for the third quarter of 2023 were ($0.8) million compared to $4.1 million in the prior year quarter.
  • Gross profit margin for the third quarter of 2023 was 79.2% compared to the prior year quarter of 79.5%.
  • Operating expenses for the third quarter of 2023 were $57.3 million compared to the prior year quarter of $46.8 million.

Bionomics Announces Update on the α7 Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor (nAChR) Positive Allosteric Modulator (PAM) Collaboration with MSD

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
MSD, GABAA receptor positive allosteric modulator, Ion channel, Human, Society, Central nervous system, PAM, Royal Society of Chemistry, Pharmacokinetics, Research, RSC, Society of Chemical Industry, Patient, Chemical industry, DSM-IV codes, Acetylcholine, Merck, Merck & Co., SCI, PAMS, BioScience Research Collaborative, Pharmaceutical industry, Bionomics

MSD has subsequently developed MK-4334, a novel clinical candidate, which in early preclinical studies has shown improved drug like and pharmacological properties relative to BNC375.

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  • MSD has subsequently developed MK-4334, a novel clinical candidate, which in early preclinical studies has shown improved drug like and pharmacological properties relative to BNC375.
  • Under the 2014 exclusive Research Collaboration and License Agreement, MSD funds all research and clinical development, and worldwide commercialization of any resulting products.
  • This collaboration generated payments of $20M upfront and $10M for a Phase 1 milestone.
  • Bionomics is eligible to receive up to $465M in additional milestone payments for certain development and commercial milestones plus royalties on net sales of licensed drugs.