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ARLINGTON, Va., June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- While some activist environmental groups push for a monopoly, a new study released today found that a Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) monopoly on forest certification in the U.S. could destroy tens of thousands of American jobs and hurt forest economies in the South and the Pacific Northwest. The study also found that a FSC monopoly would significantly reduce wood flows in the U.S., resulting in substantial economic losses for...
PITTSBURGH, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Will that hybrid vehicle pay for itself and help the environment? That depends on how and where you drive, Carnegie Mellon University researchers report. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020422/CMULOGO ) Jeremy Michalek, a professor of mechanical engineering and engineering and public policy at CMU, and Orkun Karabasoglua, a mechanical engineering research assistant, analyzed the potential cost and greenhouse gas savings of hybrid...
PERTH, Australia, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ITC Global, a leading global provider of satellite communication services to the mining, energy and maritime sectors; has been formally recognised for its innovative satellite communication solutions in Australia. At the WAiTTA (WA Information Technology & Telecommunications) 22(nd) Annual Awards Dinner hosted in Perth, Australia on Friday night, ITC Global won the coveted Resources Industry Award for the BHP Billiton Iron Ore...
DALLAS, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The report "Power Grid System Market In Subsea, By Offshore Power (Captive Generation, Wind Power, Others), Components (Cables, Variable Speed Drives, Transformers, Switchgears, Others), and Geography - Global Trends & Forecast To 2018", defines and segments the Global Market with analysis and forecast of the global revenue. Subsea Power Grid Market will grow from an estimated $1,196.6 million in 2013 to $2,365.1 million by 2018, with...
HARRISBURG, Pa., June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Recent rains and rising temperatures create the perfect conditions for mosquito breeding, and the state departments of Environmental Protection, Health and Agriculture today reminded residents to guard against mosquitoes and prevent the spread of West Nile virus. "Last year proved to be a record season for West Nile virus in Pennsylvania," Acting DEP Secretary Chris Abruzzo said. "More than 3,400 mosquito samples tested...
KATY, Texas, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Newpark Drilling Fluids, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Newpark Resources, today opened its new world headquarters and laboratory facility in Katy, Texas. Newpark Drilling Fluids President Bruce Smith joined his executive staff in welcoming employees to their new home. "We broke ground on this project in March 2012," stated Smith. "It is exciting to see all the planning that went into the design and construction of the complex come to...
In Addition to Boosting Reliability to the Grid, the Transmission Line is also a Catalyst for Renewable Power Production and Economic Benefits SAN DIEGO, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- One year after San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) energized and put into service the 117-mile Sunrise Powerlink transmission line linking San Diego to the renewable-rich Imperial Valley, the positive impact of this infrastructure project is enormous not only to the San Diego region, but also...
Cox honoring volunteers in Orange County, San Diego and Santa Barbara; cash, in-kind donations awarded to local environmental nonprofits SAN DIEGO, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Communications, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is honoring volunteers who are creating, preserving or enhancing outdoor spaces. Nominations are being accepted at CoxConservesHeroes.com for environmental volunteers in Cox's service areas in Orange County, San Diego County and Santa...
HOUSTON, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Parker Drilling Company (NYSE: PKD) announced today that Gary G. Rich, president and chief executive officer, will present at the Global Hunter Securities 100 Energy Conference in Chicago, IL. The Company's presentation is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. CDT (3:30 p.m. EDT) on Wednesday, June 26. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20050620/PARKERDRILLINGLOGO) A link to the live presentation and copies of supporting materials that...
Farmers Now Able to More Broadly Market DroughtGard Hybrids Grain ST. LOUIS, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- China, a major importer of U.S. corn grain and dried distillers grain solubles, has officially granted full regulatory import authorization for Monsanto Company's (NYSE: MON) MON 87460 trait, the biotechnology trait in Genuity DroughtGard Hybrids, as part of a broader series of approvals. This represents a significant step forward for technology approvals in China. In 2012,...
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The aidi, also known as the Chien de l'Atlas, is a species of guard dog that originated from Morocco. This species was used as a guard dog for sheep and livestock, but was also used alongside the hunting Sloughi as a tracking dog. This species lived with nomadic tribes and stood guard around the perimeter of camps. In the past, it was not highly regarded, unlike the Sloughi, but a recent movement is attempting to give the dog a higher status in memory of all it has done for the Moroccan...
The Antarctic minke whale (Balaenoptera bonaerensis), also known as the southern minke whale, is one of two minke whales within the Mysticeti suborder, which contains baleen and rorqual whales. It can be found in every ocean in the southern hemisphere, residing in Antarctic waters in the summer months and northern waters in the winter months, where its range overlaps that the smaller common minke whale. The Antarctic minke whale was once classified with the common minke whale as a single...
The Japanese sea lion (Zalophus japonicas) is in extinct species that could once be found in the Sea of Japan. The biggest populations occurred around the Korean peninsula and the Japanese Archipelago. In these areas, both sea lions and seals have influenced the names of some coastal areas, like Inubosaki or “dog-barking point.” It was formally classified as a distinct species in 2003 due to a difference in behaviors and range, but was previously known as a subspecies of the California...
The large Indian civet (Viverra zibetha) is species that can be found in Southeast Asia. Its range includes Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal, northeast India, Laos, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. It prefers a habitat within a variety of areas, including primary and secondary evergreen and deciduous forests. It can be found at elevations of up to 5,429 feet. It holds five recognized subspecies that occur throughout its range, and some experts assert that a sixth subspecies should be...
The eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), also known as the Forester kangaroo or the great grey kangaroo, is a marsupial that can be found in eastern and southern areas of Australia. It prefers a habitat within woodlands, coastlines, inland scrublands, and mountainous forests. It is more common to see this species than the red kangaroo, although the red kangaroo is more well-known. The eastern grey kangaroo varies in size depending on the sex, with males typically growing larger than...
