Physical geography

Pineapple Express Announces Rebranding to Pineapple Inc. Updates Shareholders on Plans to Upgrade to OTCQB

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Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Hawaiian cuisine, Pineapple, Tropical agriculture, Physical geography, Plants, Americas

The rebranding as Pineapple, Inc. comes shortly after the biggest highlight of the year for the Company, involving a share exchange and 50% equity stake in Pineapple Ventures, Inc. (PVI).

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  • The rebranding as Pineapple, Inc. comes shortly after the biggest highlight of the year for the Company, involving a share exchange and 50% equity stake in Pineapple Ventures, Inc. (PVI).
  • Pineapple Express granted PVI perpetual use of its domain and name.
  • Pineapple Express will receive 50% of all net income generated by these cannabis licenses that are owned and operated by PVI.
  • We are excited with the strides that we have taken this year and look forward to a great 2020, said Shawn Credle, CEO at Pineapple Express.

The Global Humidity Sensor Market size is expected to reach $1.6 billion by 2025, rising at a market growth of 8.2% CAGR during the forecast period

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Thursday, December 26, 2019
Atmospheric thermodynamics, Psychrometrics, Physical geography, Physical sciences, Academic disciplines, Relative humidity, Humidity, Hygrometer

The Global Humidity Sensor Market size is expected to reach $1.6 billion by 2025, rising at a market growth of 8.2% CAGR during the forecast period.

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  • The Global Humidity Sensor Market size is expected to reach $1.6 billion by 2025, rising at a market growth of 8.2% CAGR during the forecast period.
  • Humidity sensors are categorized into relative humidity sensors and absolute humidity (A.H) sensors.
  • The most common types of units used to measure humidity are parts per million (PPM), dew or frost point (DF/PT), and relative humidity.
  • Based on Type, the market is segmented into Absolute Humidity Sensor, Relative Humidity Sensor and Others.

Farmer Adaptations to Climate and Environmental Change: Effects and Rights

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Friday, December 20, 2019
Articles, Nature, Physical geography, Climate change, Animal ecology, Climate change adaptation, Global warming, Plant ecology, Agriculture

MILWAUKEE, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Climate change is projected to become a major disruptor of the agricultural sector.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Climate change is projected to become a major disruptor of the agricultural sector.
  • It is therefore critical to generate an in-depth understanding of the nature and the constraints affecting farmer's ability to cope and adapt to changing environmental conditions.
  • In an AAEA session taking place at the Allied Social Science Association's Annual Meeting entitled "Farmer Adaptations to Climate and Environmental Change" three papers bring together experts in this area, harnessing new data sets and developing new approaches to better understand farmer adaptation to climate change.
  • Security of Property Rights and Long-Term Agricultural Investments: Drought, Water Rights, and Perennial Cropping Decisions in California
    Frances C. Moore, University of California, Davis and Jesus Arellano Gonzalez, University of California, Davis
    Are Yields Slowing Down Due to Recent Climate Trends?

Fiann Paul, the first person to achieve the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam

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Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Physical geography, Antarctic region, Geography, Fiann Paul, Extreme points of Earth, Fianna, Drake Passage

GILBERT, Arizona, Dec. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiann Paul will soon finish pioneering the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam with his fifth ocean voyage through the most dangerous sea route in the world, located between South America and the Antarctic continent.

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  • GILBERT, Arizona, Dec. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiann Paul will soon finish pioneering the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam with his fifth ocean voyage through the most dangerous sea route in the world, located between South America and the Antarctic continent.
  • Also known as the Drake Passage, it is a notoriously ferocious stretch of water known to rattle even the toughest of ocean experts.
  • All these qualities are met by Fiann - the captain and the brains behind "The Impossible Row" expedition that is being documented in real-time by Discovery.
  • Fiann shared his studies and research on the psychological background of adventurers and ultra-endurance athletes during his TEDxBend talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z6M3ToTT54&feature=emb_title .

Fiann Paul, the first person to achieve the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam

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Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Antarctic region, Physical geography, Geography, Fiann Paul, Extreme points of Earth, Fianna, Drake Passage

GILBERT, Ariz., Dec. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiann Paul will soon finish pioneering the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam with his fifth ocean voyage through the most dangerous sea route in the world, located between South America and the Antarctic continent.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., Dec. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiann Paul will soon finish pioneering the Ocean Explorer's Grand Slam with his fifth ocean voyage through the most dangerous sea route in the world, located between South America and the Antarctic continent.
  • Also known as the Drake Passage, it is a notoriously ferocious stretch of water known to rattle even the toughest of ocean experts.
  • All these qualities are met by Fiann - the captain and the brains behind "The Impossible Row" expedition that is being documented in real-time by Discovery.
  • Fiann shared his studies and research on the psychological background of adventurers and ultra-endurance athletes during his TEDxBend talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z6M3ToTT54&feature=emb_title .

Clean Ocean Water Viewed as a Priority to Help Mauiʻs Corals Survive Warming Ocean Temperatures and Coral Bleaching

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Monday, December 23, 2019
Physical geography, Coral reefs, Oceanography, Ecosystems, Fisheries, Fringing reef, Coral, Reef

One answer is to work for cleaner ocean water in the nearshore areas where Maui's fringing coral reefs are found.

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  • One answer is to work for cleaner ocean water in the nearshore areas where Maui's fringing coral reefs are found.
  • That's where a unique volunteer-based ocean water quality monitoring program comes in.
  • "Sedimentwashinginto the ocean from unused agricultural fields, construction sites or areas where wildfires have stripped away vegetation can also stress corals."
  • "We gather this data to help our community solve these ocean water quality problems, and ultimately, to give Mauis reefs their best shot at survival," says Strickland.

Canon Participates in the University of Miami's Coral Reef Restoration Project

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
Physical geography, Fishing, Coral reefs, Ecosystems, Fisheries, Oceanography, Coral, Coral Reef Conservation Program

Additionally, one-third of all coral species risk extinction, and three-fourths of the coral reef population, are considered highly threatened.

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  • Additionally, one-third of all coral species risk extinction, and three-fourths of the coral reef population, are considered highly threatened.
  • Active reef restoration, such as this program, can help to recover these deteriorated coral populations.
  • In addition, it offers an opportunity to learn of the tools available for reef conservation and restoration, while conducting coral research.
  • "This Coral Reef Restoration Project is vitally important to our research efforts," said Dalton Hesley, senior research associate at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School.

Salares Norte Receives Environmental Approval

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
Atacama Desert, Ergs, JSE, Atacama Region, Geomorphology, GFI, Physical geography, Geography of Chile

SANTIAGO, Chile, Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Gold Fields Limited (Gold Fields) (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) is pleased to announce that the Atacama Environmental Assessment Commission today approved the environmental impact study for its Salares Norte project in Chile.

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  • SANTIAGO, Chile, Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Gold Fields Limited (Gold Fields) (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) is pleased to announce that the Atacama Environmental Assessment Commission today approved the environmental impact study for its Salares Norte project in Chile.
  • The environmental approval for the project is a crucial step for Gold Fields as it evaluates a construction decision.
  • The Salares Norte project is located in the Diego de Almagro municipality in the Atacama Region in northern Chile, at between 3,900m and 4,700m above sea level.
  • Gold Fields has a primary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Limited, with secondary listings on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

Pennsylvania American Water Signs Agreements to Purchase Valley Township Water and Wastewater Systems

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Energy, Natural Resources, Utilities, Other Natural Resources, American Water Works, Camden, New Jersey, RWE, Water industry, Water, Physical geography, Companies

Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced that it has signed agreements to purchase the water and wastewater system assets of Valley Township in Chester County for approximately $21.275 million.

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  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced that it has signed agreements to purchase the water and wastewater system assets of Valley Township in Chester County for approximately $21.275 million.
  • Pennsylvania American Water already provides a majority of Townships water through a bulk municipal agreement and is the sole provider of wastewater treatment for the Townships wastewater system.
  • As the Coatesville regions lead water and wastewater provider, we look forward to welcoming our neighbors in Valley Township into the Pennsylvania American Water family," said Pennsylvania American Water President Mike Doran.
  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

Beat the Winter Blues with Dynamic Arts and Culture Experiences in The Palm Beaches

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Beach, Physical geography

LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla., Dec. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the winter season approaches, The Palm Beaches will welcome visitors with warm weather, sparkling beaches and a thriving arts and culture scene.

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  • LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla., Dec. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the winter season approaches, The Palm Beaches will welcome visitors with warm weather, sparkling beaches and a thriving arts and culture scene.
  • Home to world-class museums, galleries, and a frequent stop for national touring performances, The Palm Beaches is the perfect place to choose your own arts adventure, said David Lawrence, president & CEO of the Cultural Council.
  • This winter, we invite visitors to enjoy an array of exhibitions and events in Floridas Cultural Capital.
  • There, a younger generation of photographers visited her and solidified her status as a pioneer of modernism and contemporary style icon.