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Kern County Water Agency: State Water Project Allocation Increases to 40 Percent

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Environment, Environmental Issues, Other Energy, Utilities, Public Policy, Government, Energy, Other Natural Resources, State, Local, Natural Resources, Water quality, SWP, California Department, Water, Hydrology, Groundwater, Science, DWR, Water resources, Food, State legislature

On April 23, 2024, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced that the State Water Project (SWP) water allocation increased from 30 to 40 percent of the contracted amount.

Key Points: 
  • On April 23, 2024, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced that the State Water Project (SWP) water allocation increased from 30 to 40 percent of the contracted amount.
  • The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) holds contracts with DWR for approximately one million acre-feet (af) of water from the SWP.
  • The 40 percent allocation represents about 400,000 af of SWP water for Kern County.
  • What California really needs is a comprehensive solution to the water crisis — one that relies on good science and balances the water needs of people and the environment.”
    The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) was created in 1961 by a special act of the State Legislature and serves as the local contracting entity for the State Water Project.

Sony Electronics Highlights Networked Live, Imaging, Creators' Cloud, and Virtual Production Innovations at NAB Show 2024

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Cloud, CBK, VFX, Amazon, DWR, TVU Networks, FX, Crystal LED, NAB, Control, Quality of service, IP, CineAlta, Crystal, Social media, Unreal Engine, News, Deep Black, C3P, PWA, PVM, HDR, Update, Media, Ecosystem, SDR, Marquess, ETC, Switcher, Automation, EUROPA, COTS, AWS, Haivision, QOS, Entertainment, NAB Show, CMOS, IPadOS, SDI, Quality, OB, Creativity, PTZ

PARAMUS, N.J., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At NAB Show 2024, and beyond, Sony Electronics is enhancing solutions in the remote and distributed production, capture, monitoring, audio, cloud, and virtual production realm. These technologies are empowering media and entertainment creators and professionals, at every level, by creating efficiencies, enhancing productivity, and solving challenges. Visitors to booth C8201 will experience Sony's connected ecosystem of tools, receive demonstrations from brand experts, and learn about the latest trends reshaping the broadcast, live production, newsgathering, and cinema spaces.

Key Points: 
  • "In recent years, we've prioritized improving innovations that are helping connect, reimagine, and streamline our customers' efforts.
  • We are committed to enhancing the benefits of IP, capture, cloud, and virtual production, which are changing the way our industry does business."
  • It is comprised of three core applications: Contribution , Remote Production , and In-House Production .
  • Updates in this area include new V1.1 functionality for the NXL-ME80 LAN/WAN media transport appliance, expected summer 2024.

REI Co-op brands introduces new products for spring including nongendered options

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Collection, Parka, Woman, COT, REI, DWR, Rain, Magma, Wind, Consultant, Shoe, Camping, Family, Trail, Research, Water, Running, Fashion design

SEATTLE, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op announced the launch of its new spring line of gear and apparel. Highlights include the Active Pursuits collection, the brand's first nongendered apparel assortment for adults. Additionally, REI Co-op shared plans for its in-house brand to move beyond a gender-specific designation where it makes sense. As part of this initiative, the co-op's best-selling Magma down and Zephyr synthetic backpacking sleeping bag models have been redesigned to be more inclusive and cater to a wider range of body shapes. These new sleeping bags are now available in nine different sizes on REI.com.

Key Points: 
  • Highlights include the Active Pursuits collection, the brand's first nongendered apparel assortment for adults.
  • Additionally, REI Co-op shared plans for its in-house brand to move beyond a gender-specific designation where it makes sense.
  • "We believe that everyone has a right to feel comfortable while enjoying the outdoors," says Isabelle Portilla, vice president of REI Co-op brands.
  • REI Co-op's spring 2024 collection is available in REI stores and on REI.com now.

DESIGN WITHIN REACH BRINGS A NEW WAY TO EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC MODERN DESIGN TO SAN FRANCISCO

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Partnership, SAN, Illustrator, Gallery, USM, DNA, Heart, Steel, Exhibition, Music, Vitra, Walking, Herman Miller, DWR

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Design Within Reach, Inc. (DWR), the leading source for modern living, is thrilled to announce the opening of a new store, which will feature first-time original concept spaces for the brand, in San Francisco, California. Located in the heart of the city's burgeoning design district, the Potrero Hill space builds upon DWR's latest Studio experience and was developed with the guiding principle of using modern design to educate and inspire visitors in an approachable, immersive, and resourceful way. The Studio takes inspiration from its local surroundings to create offerings for visitors to strengthen their relationship with their city. The space will debut rotating galleries which will showcase interactive exhibits, special partnerships, new launches, and exclusive collaborations, helping to foster a sense of community and connectedness.

Key Points: 
  • "San Francisco has been at the forefront of multiple cultural movements, and we can take inspiration from its ability to adapt, evolve and innovate," notes Omar Nobil, VP of Product Design and Brand Creative at Design Within Reach.
  • "Walking through this Studio is meant to feel like reading a love letter to San Francisco – the birthplace of Design Within Reach.
  • The space pays homage to the city's legacy of tastemaking and invites visitors to experience the best in modern design through that lens.
  • As of Wednesday, January 31, 2024, DWR San Francisco is open to the public, Monday-Saturday from 10am-7pm and Sunday from 12pm-6pm, at 1400 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.

Kern County Water Agency Marks Historic Water Year 2023, Securing Water Supply for the Region

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Environment, Environmental Issues, Other Energy, Utilities, Public Policy, Government, Energy, Other Natural Resources, State, Local, Natural Resources, Engineer, San Francisco Bay Area, State legislature, Groundwater, Multimedia, Water supply, Water, Corps, DWR, California Department, Water resources, Water quality, Rope

The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) announces the successful culmination of Water Year 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) announces the successful culmination of Water Year 2023.
  • The year was marked by unprecedented water levels in the Kern River and record-breaking precipitation, securing water supply for the previously drought-stricken Bakersfield and neighboring communities.
  • The Agency and the Water Association of Kern County collaborated in commemorating this historic water year with a visual narrative video entitled “ Charting The Course: Managing an Extraordinary Water Year 2023 .”
    This press release features multimedia.
  • Notably, all water destined for Kern County remained in the county, benefiting the local community and economy.

Domino Announces 2023 Good Design Award Winners

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
IKEA, DWR, CB2, Domino (magazine), Dominoes, HAY (company), Parachute, Paint, White noise machine, Salt, Ball, Bed Bath & Beyond, Good Design Awards, Good, Interior design

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading home design brand Domino announced their annual Good Design Award winners .

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading home design brand Domino announced their annual Good Design Award winners .
  • The 2023 list features the 50 best home products of the year as chosen and tested by Domino and an esteemed group of guest judges including Drew Barrymore, Kelly Wearstler, Sarah Sherman Samuel, Brigette Romanek, Dabito, and Shannon Maldonado.
  • "Our team is incredibly proud to unveil the second annual Good Design Award winners," said Domino Deputy Editor, Julie Vadnal.
  • To view the full list of Good Design Award winners, visit Domino.com .

Herman Miller and Design Within Reach (DWR) Bring 3D Product Visualization to Retail Sites

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Cloud, Aeron, 3D, Aeron chair, Herman Miller, Family, Entrepreneurship, Augmented reality, Friends, DWR, AR, Lake Beseck, Video game

ST PETERSBURG, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 3D Cloud by Marxent, the leader in 3D e-commerce for furniture and home improvement, and Herman Miller and Design Within Reach (DWR) announced the launch of 3D product configurators for several products on their North American retail websites.

Key Points: 
  • ST PETERSBURG, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 3D Cloud by Marxent, the leader in 3D e-commerce for furniture and home improvement, and Herman Miller and Design Within Reach (DWR) announced the launch of 3D product configurators for several products on their North American retail websites.
  • "The successful integration of 3D Cloud Product Configurators on Herman Miller and DWR retail websites demonstrates the scalability of our 'build 3D content once, use everywhere' approach," said Beck Besecker, CEO and Co-Founder of 3D Cloud by Marxent.
  • "Herman Miller is a global brand and design leader with products that offer extensive customization options.
  • In the coming weeks, the companies will introduce augmented reality (AR) capabilities for all live configurators on Herman Miller and DWR sites, across audiences.

Osprey Packs Broadens Technical Cycling Range with Innovative Entry Into Bikepacking Category

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Element, GPS, Pressure, EF, DWR, TPU, Raptor, PFAS, Collection, Osprey, Road, Hydraulic machinery, Escapist

CORTEZ, Colo., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Osprey Packs, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance innovative carry solutions, is broadening its technical cycling pack range with a new family of bikepacking gear, Escapist, and Extended Fit sizes in its premium mountain bike pack family, Raptor | Raven, to cater to more riders. The eight-style Escapist collection marks Osprey's entry into the bikepacking category, catering to bikepackers, gravel and singletrack riders who use their bikes to explore the world. The expanded cycling line will launch with the upcoming spring 2024 collection release.

Key Points: 
  • The eight-style Escapist collection marks Osprey's entry into the bikepacking category, catering to bikepackers, gravel and singletrack riders who use their bikes to explore the world.
  • The packs feature expansive hipbelt pockets, fast-access stash pockets in reachable side positions, and significant internal organization, pouches and entry points for streamlined, efficient carry.
  • The packs will also come with the updated Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir and sternum strap magnetic bite valve attachment.
  • Osprey's expanded technical cycling pack range will be available beginning in February 2024 on osprey.com and at specialty retailers in over 60 countries worldwide.

In Collaboration With Backcountry, Shaun White Adds Women's Line of Snowboard Apparel to Namesake 'Whitespace' Brand

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Female, Graphene, YKK, White, Collection, DWR, Backcountry, PARK, White space, Woman, High, Shell, PFC, Water, Interior design

PARK CITY, Utah, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shaun White, three-time Olympic gold medalist, builds upon his namesake brand with the addition of women's performance wear designed for riders of all disciplines. The performance brand, developed alongside outdoor retailer Backcountry, debuted two years ago with a limited-edition snowboard and has since evolved into a diverse portfolio of snowboards, goggles, and premium men's and women's apparel for on and off the mountain.

Key Points: 
  • "For too long I've heard women complain about the lack of style and fit from their outerwear.
  • This line is just the beginning of more exciting things to come."
  • In fact, our internal product developer and technical designer, who worked with Shaun on the collection, are both women who snowboard.
  • The brand will also unveil an expansion of hard goods including a newly redesigned line of snowboards and goggles.

Osprey Continues to Make Significant Strides in Sustainability Efforts

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Atmos, Talon, Osprey, Social responsibility, Safety, Travel, PET, PFAS, Collection, Environment, DWR, Chemistry, Tandem, HELE, Osprey Packs, Plastic, Cosmetics, Tire manufacturing

CORTEZ, Colo., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Osprey, a Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE) brand, began its journey towards sustainability 50 years ago with the creation of its first pack. Tandem with its pursuit for creating top-quality carry solutions, Osprey is advancing its holistic sustainability efforts with its 12 core technical product families carrying prestigious certified bluesign® Product designations by spring 2024. Osprey is also introducing its first packs featuring main body fabrics made from third party verified 100% ocean-based or ocean bound plastics - the new Daylite™ Earth and updated Talon Earth™.

Key Points: 
  • Tandem with its pursuit for creating top-quality carry solutions, Osprey is advancing its holistic sustainability efforts with its 12 core technical product families carrying prestigious certified bluesign® Product designations by spring 2024.
  • "Since day one, sustainability has been part of our core values," said Mark Galbraith, VP of Product.
  • In 2018, to help answer the "how," Osprey introduced its three pillars of sustainability: materials, chemistry and social responsibility.
  • The Osprey Packs spring 2024 collection will be available beginning in February at osprey.com and at specialty retailers in over 60 countries worldwide.