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Selina Joins the IDB TechnoArt Gateway Program Bringing Companies from Latin America and the Caribbean to the U.S.

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星期一, 六月 10, 2024

U.S.-based companies looking for expansion opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean will also benefit from the support of IDB Lab and TechnoArt.

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U.S.-based companies looking for expansion opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean will also benefit from the support of IDB Lab and TechnoArt.
IDB Lab and TechnoArt are simultaneously launching the Gateway platform, which allows companies to access a global marketplace where they can sell their products online.
"This program supports Latin American and Caribbean startups in their foray into the U.S. market, as well as U.S.-based companies exploring new avenues of entry into our region.
We believe this program will open up new growth opportunities for both Latin America and Caribbean-based companies and the Miami regional ecosystem.

Prime Minister strengthens global security and stability at the G7 Summit

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星期四, 六月 13, 2024

At the G7 Summit, Prime Minister Trudeau participated in G7 working sessions to strengthen security and stability around the world, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East.

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At the G7 Summit, Prime Minister Trudeau participated in G7 working sessions to strengthen security and stability around the world, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East.
In meetings with G7 partners, the Prime Minister underlined the importance of global solidarity to support Ukraine in defence of its freedom.
The Prime Minister announced key measures, including $5 billion in funding, to support Ukraine's fight for freedom.
"We are working with G7 partners to address the most pressing challenges of our time and to build a world with stability and security.

MetricStream Announces 12th Annual GRC Summit Featuring AI-Powered Connected GRC Strategies and 50+ Industry Experts

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星期四, 五月 23, 2024

MetricStream , the global market leader in integrated risk management (IRM) and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), today announced that its 12th annual US GRC Summit , “Experience the Power of Connection,” will commence on June 17th in Baltimore.

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MetricStream , the global market leader in integrated risk management (IRM) and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), today announced that its 12th annual US GRC Summit , “Experience the Power of Connection,” will commence on June 17th in Baltimore.
The two-day event will bring together several hundred GRC leaders and recognized industry experts to discuss the latest trends and best practices in Connected GRC.
As a GRC leader, MetricStream is leading the way with proactive, AI-powered connected GRC strategies.
The GRC Summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities with GRC leaders from across the globe.

British investors interested in expanding their presence in Colombia

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星期一, 五月 13, 2024

ProColombia, Ministry, VUI, JPMorgan Chase, Science, Government, Food, Biodiversity, Ambassador, Macquarie Group, Exhibition, World Bank, Knowledge, Inter-American Development Bank, Water, Country, Investment, Tourism

MADRID, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This event was the perfect place for people from the United Kingdom and Colombia to come together.

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MADRID, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This event was the perfect place for people from the United Kingdom and Colombia to come together.
This platform provides a place where foreign investors interested in injecting their capital in Colombia can find all the strategic investment projects in different regions of the Country of Beauty."
He added that through the VUI, "investors will be able to carry out the entire process to make their investment a reality."
The Colombia Investment Roadshow is an event to promote Colombia and present strategic projects that the Colombian government is interested in developing with foreign direct investment through private capital and public-private partnerships."

The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference Opens May 5, Convening Global Leaders to Discuss Strategies Aimed at Shaping a Shared Future

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference opens Sunday, May 5 and will draw more than 4,500 attendees, including global leaders, C-suite executives from Fortune 500 companies, experts and innovators to discuss strategies aimed at shaping a shared future.

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The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference opens Sunday, May 5 and will draw more than 4,500 attendees, including global leaders, C-suite executives from Fortune 500 companies, experts and innovators to discuss strategies aimed at shaping a shared future.
In addition to the speakers previously announced , the following national and global leaders have been added to what will be a powerful program during the four-day event.
The Milken Institute will livestream Global Conference public sessions, expanding access to the event.
Sign up here to stay informed of the latest news on the conference with regular updates published from POLITICO’s special edition of the “Global Playbook” newsletter.

VoIP-Pal Announces Three New Special Advisor Appointments

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024

Villanova University, Supreme Court of Florida, Business, International, IDB, Harvard Business School, Hope, Stevens Institute of Technology, Record, IBM, MBA, Mediation, RBR, Patent, Inter-American Development Bank, Telecommunications, FINRA, Engineering

Clay Perreault, Austin McDonald, and Ray Leon have been appointed as special advisors to the Board of Directors.

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Clay Perreault, Austin McDonald, and Ray Leon have been appointed as special advisors to the Board of Directors.
Mr. Perreault will serve as Technical Consultant, Mr. McDonald as Business Advisor, and Mr. Leon as Mediation and Settlement Advisor.
Each of them have very successful track records in their specific areas of expertise and long histories of collaborating with VoIP-Pal.
Mr. Perreault will be the chief advisor to the Company on all technical and patent related matters.

Rockefeller Foundation Outlines 4 Ways to Scale JETPs

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星期四, 二月 15, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation released a roadmap to make Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) a more effective vehicle for transforming energy systems in low- and middle-income countries. "Scaling the JETP model – prospects and pathways for action" details lessons learned from the first wave of JETPs, identifies roadblocks to the current model, and proposes pathways to scaling JETPs in ways that benefit vulnerable communities. Specifically, The Rockefeller Foundation recommends piloting a new approach to JETPs in a country such as the Philippines, developing a more effective on-ramp for the next wave of interested countries, elevating the role of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) in the process, and broadening and deepening support from donor countries.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation released a roadmap to make Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) a more effective vehicle for transforming energy systems in low- and middle-income countries. "
Scaling the JETP model – prospects and pathways for action " details lessons learned from the first wave of JETPs, identifies roadblocks to the current model, and proposes pathways to scaling JETPs in ways that benefit vulnerable communities.
While JETPs are a political and financial innovation, the process to date has been slow, and the financing has failed to flow as quickly or at the scale initially promised.
Since 2022, The Rockefeller Foundation has collaborated with Climate Smart Ventures (CSV) to assess a possible JETP in the country.

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

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星期六, 十二月 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

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Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

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星期六, 十二月 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

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Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Latin America Green Data Center Market is Set to Reach $1.65 Billion by 2028, More than 215 MW Power Capacity is Added in the Next 6 Years - Arizton

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星期二, 十一月 21, 2023

Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.

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Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.
Microsoft is actively exploring ways to minimize waste and create environmentally friendly data centers through various trials and research initiatives.
In Latin America, data center power technology innovations include adopting lithium-ion and smart grid UPS and DRUPS systems.
Free cooling is adopted by data center operators in facilities in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and the Caribbean, at least partially.