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New Memorandum of Understanding Leads to More Support for Communities to Manage Their Own Lands

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

United Nations, Indigenous peoples, Investment, Framework, Partnership, First Nations, Federation, Environment, Framework agreement, Rights, LAB, Government

Communities with operational land codes will receive an increase in funding to govern their lands—up to 21% for most First Nations.

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Communities with operational land codes will receive an increase in funding to govern their lands—up to 21% for most First Nations.
Funding to support communities seeking to also opt out of the relevant sections of the Indian Act and develop their own land codes will be increased by 50%.
The new formula will also better support First Nations working together to govern jointly held reserve lands.
The Lands Advisory Board was created to support First Nations in resuming jurisdiction over reserve lands and resources.

The Antera Brand Back at the Summit of Light Alloy-wheel Producers

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

The Antera brand makes its comeback on the world stage during the 2024 Milan Design Week with a new collection of light alloy wheels.

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The Antera brand makes its comeback on the world stage during the 2024 Milan Design Week with a new collection of light alloy wheels.
A premium made-in-Italy brand, Antera combines timeless design, cutting-edge technology, and the determination to overcome any obstacle.
The new Antera collection features five different models of various dimensions, from 19 inches to 24 inches, and seven finishes.
Today, on the occasion of the 2024 Milan Design Week, the prestigious Antera brand makes its comeback on the global scene with a new collection of light alloy wheels for the automotive industry.

Sharrow Marine Opens Preorders for Sharrow CX™ Propeller for Contra-Rotating Sterndrives and Outboards

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Engineering, Maritime, Sports, Transport, Manufacturing, Powerboating, Volvo, Marine, Contra, Mercury, CNC, LAB, Sharrow, Multimedia, Propeller

Sharrow Marine, the industry leader in innovative marine propulsion technology, announces the opening of preorders for the highly anticipated Sharrow CX™ Propeller for contra-rotating sterndrives and outboards, with estimated shipping in the Spring of 2026.

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Sharrow Marine, the industry leader in innovative marine propulsion technology, announces the opening of preorders for the highly anticipated Sharrow CX™ Propeller for contra-rotating sterndrives and outboards, with estimated shipping in the Spring of 2026.
The Sharrow CX Propeller is an extension of the patented and award-winning Sharrow Propeller lineup and brings the company’s innovative technology to contra-rotating applications.
“Since the day we announced the Sharrow Propeller to the market in 2020, the response from the boating community for a contra-rotating version of flagship design has been incredible, with many eagerly anticipating our expansion into this market sector,” said Founder and CEO of Sharrow Engineering and Sharrow Marine and inventor of the Sharrow™ Propeller, Greg Sharrow.
With our engineer-guided model selection process, each Sharrow Propeller is made to order, and our thorough fitting and testing procedures guarantee performance tailored precisely to your needs and preferences.

Fitwel & EVORA Global Launch 'Social Performance' Following Successful Completion of Pilot Program with Leading Companies in Real Estate

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Communication, Health, Certification, Benchmarking, Corporate sustainability, Comparison, ESG, Senior, LAB, Sustainability, Vornado Realty Trust, PGIM, EHS, Barings LLC, MIPIM, Work

CANNES, France, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fitwel®, the global healthy building certification and data insights platform, launched phase two of its groundbreaking new solution that, for the first time, quantifies Social performance by overlaying health research and financial data to identify strategies that have the greatest impact on stakeholders and asset value. Phase one was successfully piloted last year in collaboration with sustainability advisor, EVORA Global, enlisting an exclusive first cohort of some of the largest commercial real estate owners and asset managers worldwide. This portfolio-scale certification pathway has proven to be essential for substantiating "S" data for real estate, addressing the growing demand - driven by both investors and forthcoming regulations - for a rigorous and standardized approach to integrate "Social" metrics, including health and wellbeing measures, into ESG reporting. Social Performance by Fitwel will receive recognition by GRESB for 2024 reporting.

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Phase one was successfully piloted last year in collaboration with sustainability advisor, EVORA Global, enlisting an exclusive first cohort of some of the largest commercial real estate owners and asset managers worldwide.
Social Performance by Fitwel is the only solution designed to measure 'S' value of real estate funds on an entity scale.
"Social Performance by Fitwel is the only certification pathway applicable to all real estate assets and designed to measure and track the Social performance of real estate funds on an entity scale.
Philippa Gill, Executive Director at EVORA Global, added: "We are delighted to be working with Fitwel on such a critical step forward for the real estate sector.

Fitwel & EVORA Global Launch 'Social Performance' Following Successful Completion of Pilot Program with Leading Companies in Real Estate

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Communication, Health, Certification, Benchmarking, Corporate sustainability, Comparison, ESG, Senior, LAB, Sustainability, Vornado Realty Trust, PGIM, EHS, Barings LLC, MIPIM, Work

CANNES, France, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fitwel®, the global healthy building certification and data insights platform, launched phase two of its groundbreaking new solution that, for the first time, quantifies Social performance by overlaying health research and financial data to identify strategies that have the greatest impact on stakeholders and asset value. Phase one was successfully piloted last year in collaboration with sustainability advisor, EVORA Global, enlisting an exclusive first cohort of some of the largest commercial real estate owners and asset managers worldwide. This portfolio-scale certification pathway has proven to be essential for substantiating "S" data for real estate, addressing the growing demand - driven by both investors and forthcoming regulations - for a rigorous and standardized approach to integrate "Social" metrics, including health and wellbeing measures, into ESG reporting. Social Performance by Fitwel will receive recognition by GRESB for 2024 reporting.

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Phase one was successfully piloted last year in collaboration with sustainability advisor, EVORA Global, enlisting an exclusive first cohort of some of the largest commercial real estate owners and asset managers worldwide.
"Social Performance by Fitwel is the only certification pathway applicable to all real estate assets and designed to measure and track the Social performance of real estate funds on an entity scale.
Philippa Gill, Executive Director at EVORA Global, added: "We are delighted to be working with Fitwel on such a critical step forward for the real estate sector.
Pilot users from a diverse range of real estate investors and fund managers provided invaluable input which enabled the product to be ready for a full public launch.

Chamlion and 3DRPD Forge Collaboration for Dental 3D Production Center

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

3D, Titanium, LAB

CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LAB DAY® Chicago 2024 witnessed a new collaboration announcement between Chamlion, a global leader in integrated dental 3D printing solutions, and 3DRPD, a renowned pioneer of 3D printed RPDs.

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CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LAB DAY® Chicago 2024 witnessed a new collaboration announcement between Chamlion, a global leader in integrated dental 3D printing solutions, and 3DRPD, a renowned pioneer of 3D printed RPDs.
The highlight is to make the announcement of their collaboration in establishing a cutting-edge production center in Las Vegas NV in 2024.
This facility will be dedicated to the local manufacturing of revolutionary dental products, featuring 3D printed Titanium partial frameworks and hybrid 3D printed ALL-ON-X bridges.
Their collaboration aims to support dental laboratories by leveraging the combined expertise and resources of Chamlion and 3DRPD.

Axiom Achieves Industry-Leading Scores for Talent Quality

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

DNA, NPS, Responsiveness, Private law, General counsel, AA, Business, LAB, CAB, Legislation, Privacy, Lawyer, Development, Communication

NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Axiom announced results from its latest talent quality survey, which reflects detailed feedback from thousands of clients across 31 industries and 14 practice areas. The survey shows that Axiom's lawyers achieved an industry-leading Net Promoter® Score (NPS®) of 68, compared to the legal services average of 37, positioning Axiom's talent in the high end of the "excellent" category.1 Axiom has now received more than 9,300 talent quality surveys from active clients, underscoring the company's commitment to using data-driven best practices from other industries to maximize client satisfaction and talent quality, and ensure our employees can develop and excel in their Axiom careers.

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"Our best-in-class client satisfaction scores demonstrate that talent quality is at the absolute core of the Axiom brand," said Sara Morgan, Chief Talent Officer at Axiom.
In fact, we're so confident in the quality of our talent that we offer a success guarantee.
Axiom is the leader in hiring great talent, quality is our differentiator, and our dedication to client feedback and continuous development of our talent shows we live and breathe talent excellence, and invest in our people and our clients."
Nearly 6 in 10 of survey respondents reported that Axiom talent was in the top 10% of legal talent they have ever worked with.

Thaioil has achieved the highest ESG score in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing Industry for the 8th year and recognized as a DJSI member for the 11th consecutive year

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

In addition, Thaioil has been recognized as a DJSI member of Emerging Market for the 11th consecutive year, based on the sustainability assessment by S&P Global, a leading provider of financial data and credit ratings.

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In addition, Thaioil has been recognized as a DJSI member of Emerging Market for the 11th consecutive year, based on the sustainability assessment by S&P Global, a leading provider of financial data and credit ratings.
Regarding the environment aspect, Thaioil has set targets for Carbon Neutrality by the year 2050 and Net Zero GHG Emissions by the year 2060.
These goals are firmly pursued through the continuous implementation of the company's greenhouse gas emission reduction strategy.
Our products are of high quality, rated in the top quartile of refineries in Asia Pacific, at lower production costs – giving Thaioil a recognized competitive advantage.

TOPCon technology will continue to be used in next-generation PV products, says Fraunhofer ISE's Stefan W. Glunz

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Fraunhofer, Comment, Head, Optimism, Topcon, LAB, Renewable energy

i-TOPCon cells had led TOPCon technology from the laboratory to industrialization, he said, expressing optimism over the technology's development.

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i-TOPCon cells had led TOPCon technology from the laboratory to industrialization, he said, expressing optimism over the technology's development.
He forecast that the TOPCon technology besides heterojunction cells would continue to be used in the next generation of products.
Trina Solar redesigned the laboratory TOPCon cell structure, and introduced both sides contacted TOPCon solar cells and optimized technological process flow, further promoting TOPCon cell technology from the laboratory to industrialization.
TOPCon cell efficiency is expected to achieve even greater breakthroughs through the implementation of passivating front contact cell technology and tandem technology.

TOPCon technology will continue to be used in next-generation PV products, says Fraunhofer ISE's Stefan W. Glunz

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Fraunhofer, Comment, Head, Optimism, Topcon, LAB, Renewable energy

i-TOPCon cells had led TOPCon technology from the laboratory to industrialization, he said, expressing optimism over the technology's development.

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i-TOPCon cells had led TOPCon technology from the laboratory to industrialization, he said, expressing optimism over the technology's development.
He forecast that the TOPCon technology besides heterojunction cells would continue to be used in the next generation of products.
Trina Solar redesigned the laboratory TOPCon cell structure, and introduced both sides contacted TOPCon solar cells and optimized technological process flow, further promoting TOPCon cell technology from the laboratory to industrialization.
TOPCon cell efficiency is expected to achieve even greater breakthroughs through the implementation of passivating front contact cell technology and tandem technology.