Jessica Abrahams is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom. She specializes in covering topics around gender, global development and international affairs.

Third Quarter 2023 Government Contracts Policy and Regulatory Review

08 Sept 2023  |  www.jdsupra.com  |  English  |  Sustainable Procurement

The third quarter of 2023 saw significant regulatory developments affecting government contractors, including a U.S. Supreme Court decision impacting affirmative action programs, updates to the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts by the Department of Labor, and new guidance from the Office of Management and Budget on the Build America, Buy America Act. The Biden Administration continued to emphasize sustainable procurement, while the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs rolled back Trump-era changes. The Department of Transportation finalized a waiver for foreign-sourced materials in federally funded projects.

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A hidden system of exploitation underpins US hospitals’ employment of foreign nurses

05 Oct 2023  |  qz.com  |  English  |  Nursing Shortage

Foreign nurses, particularly from the Philippines, face exploitative labor practices in the US healthcare system, exacerbated by recruitment agencies like Professionals to USA (PTU). These nurses are often trapped in their jobs by high breach fees and threats of deportation, leading to severe mental health issues and burnout. Despite some regulatory efforts, enforcement remains inconsistent, allowing such practices to persist. The article highlights the need for better oversight and support for foreign nurses to prevent exploitation and ensure fair working conditions.

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I started writing when I was 12. I still to this day write mostly every day, if not every week for personal reasons. I have several creative works in production and am slowly polishing them to release. 

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Is Ohio farmland up for sale to foreign countries?

01 Sept 2023  |  ocj.com  |  English  |  National Security

Ohio's prime farmland is increasingly being purchased by foreign entities, particularly Chinese-controlled businesses, raising concerns about national security due to the proximity of these lands to military bases. State Representative Angie King highlights the rapid increase in Chinese ownership of American agricultural land and the lack of federal laws to prevent such purchases. She has introduced the Ohio Property Protection Act to prohibit the sale of real property to individuals or entities tied to foreign adversary nations, aiming to protect Ohio's agricultural land and military installations.

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Freelance writer specialising in marine science, marine technology, policy, environment, conservation, and sustainability, I can help with your research, outreach, and communication needs.

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From the seawire: ocean news in February 2023

01 Feb 2023  |  Ocean Oculus  |  English  |  Aquaculture

Improved fisheries management and conservation measures are positively impacting shark and ray populations in the northwestern Atlantic Ocean. New projects and studies are addressing climate change impacts on marine life, including turtles in the Cayman Islands and coral reefs in the tropical Pacific. Significant discoveries include a new fish species by UC San Diego researchers and a novel virus affecting whales and dolphins by the University of Hawaiʻi. Rising sea temperatures are linked to declining invertebrate populations in Western Australia. Efforts to decarbonize the maritime industry and protect marine biodiversity are ongoing, with initiatives like the EU Action Plan and Amazon-funded seaweed farming projects. The UN Security Council held its first debate on the global implications of rising sea levels, highlighting the severe risks to billions worldwide.

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Gabrielle Canon is a journalist based in Oakland, CA who provides content in many formats, including print, video, broadcast, and photography. She is also available for on-air interviews and can speak on a variety of topics including prison reform, criminal justice, policies to combat homelessness, ...

Firefighters were elated after a federal bill provided them support for cancer. Then came ‘a slap in the face’

30 Oct 2024  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  Gender Equity

The article highlights the challenges faced by federal wildland firefighters in the U.S. regarding cancer coverage. Despite a 2022 law providing presumptive cancer coverage, many cancers affecting women were excluded, leading to criticism from advocacy groups. Organizations like Grassroots Wildland Firefighters are pushing for the inclusion of female-specific cancers in the coverage list. The Department of Labor is awaiting more scientific data before making changes. The article underscores the ongoing struggle for gender equity in the firefighting profession and the need for comprehensive health coverage.

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I'm a freelance journalist and editor who has 12 years industry experience. I have worked in Australia, Singapore and the UK in print, online, radio and TV. Primarily my background is in magazines and newspapers, originally starting in business journalism and niche subjects. I was the news editor ...

Engineering Enzymes for Environmental Sustainability

01 Oct 2023  |  Wiley Online Library  |  English  |  Biocatalysis

The article discusses the critical role of enzyme engineering in promoting environmental sustainability amidst growing global challenges such as greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and plastic waste. It highlights the potential of biocatalysis, where natural or engineered enzymes are used for chemical transformations, to reduce environmental footprints. Key examples include the use of carbonic anhydrase for CO2 capture, synthetic pathways for carbon fixation, and the development of biocatalysts for plastic degradation and bioremediation of toxic pollutants. The article underscores the importance of directed evolution in optimizing enzyme properties and the need for further advancements and industrial-scale implementations to achieve sustainability goals.

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Dr Andrew Garthwaite is a freelance journalist based in London, United Kingdom. 

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DARPA, DSTL and DRDC form US-UK-Canada AI collaboration

20 Sept 2024  |  www.army-technology.com  |  English  |  International Collaboration

The UK Ministry of Defence, US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, and Canadian Department of National Defence have formalized a trilateral collaboration to advance AI and cybersecurity systems. This partnership aims to maintain a technological edge amid growing geopolitical challenges by integrating research and development efforts across the UK, US, and Canada. The CASTLE programme, focusing on AI-driven cybersecurity, is among the first projects. The collaboration seeks to create resilient AI systems for defense, addressing ethical and security challenges while positioning the three nations as leaders in AI development.

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PASCALINAH KABI is  the author of Pollution, Profits and the People - an incendiary book that exposes disastrous effects of mining operations on water courses in Lesotho. Pascalinah is the first Lesotho investigative journalist to publish under her Bertha Challenge fellowship. 

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Multi-stakeholders gather to learn lessons from Lesotho on tackling gender-based violence and harassment at work

27 Jul 2023  |  www.equaltimes.org  |  English  |  Labor Rights

Lesotho, known for high rates of gender-based violence and as a major garment exporter, hosted the M-POWER High-Level Summit to discuss strategies to eliminate gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) at work. The summit, organized by the US Department of Labor, Lesotho trade unions, and the Lesotho Labour Council, focused on Lesotho's progress, including landmark collective agreements initiated after a Workers’ Rights Consortium investigation into Nien Hsing Textile factories. These agreements, inspired by the Bangladesh Accord and incorporating International Labour Organization Convention 190, have led to a decline in GBVH cases. Training programs and a toll-free hotline have been implemented, with calls for the program's expansion to other factories.

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Dave Keating is an American journalist covering European politics. Having previously covered US politics in Washington, Dave specializes in drawing comparisons between the American federal system and the European Union.

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Nuclear fusion ‘could be plugged into the grid in ten years’

01 Oct 2023  |  www.energymonitor.ai  |  English  |  Renewable Energy

The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has reclassified nuclear fusion, providing regulatory certainty to developers and potentially accelerating investment. A breakthrough experiment in December 2022 demonstrated a net energy gain from fusion, spurring further interest and investment. Companies like Commonwealth Fusion Systems are advancing fusion technology, with operational goals set for the mid-2020s. The European Commission supports fusion as part of its net-zero policy, with significant projects like ITER aiming for commercial viability by the 2040s. However, critics argue that the substantial investment required for fusion could be better spent on proven renewable technologies.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology US Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Fusion Industry Association National Ignition Facility National Nuclear Security Administration European Commission ITER Bloomberg New Energy Finance Divertor Tokamak Test facility Greenpeace

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Daniel Lippman is a journalist based in Washington, United States of America.

Chamber stocks up on GOP aides

03 Sept 2024  |  www.politico.com  |  English  |  Republican Party

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is strengthening its lobbying team by hiring former GOP aides, including those who worked with Rodney Davis and Kevin McCarthy. This move aims to improve relations with congressional Republicans amid ongoing tax negotiations. Meanwhile, the AI lobbying software LobbyMatic, linked to far-right figures Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman, has been gaining attention, with clients like Toyota and Lantheus. The article also highlights various lobbying and political appointments, including Democratic aides joining K Street and crypto executives supporting Kamala Harris's campaign. Additionally, Viktor Orbán's influence efforts in the U.S. and Europe are noted, alongside new lobbying registrations and terminations.

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HELENA MARTIN is a Brazilian journalist based in Boston, MA, United States.

Hybrid renewable energy systems: the value of storage as a function of PV-wind variability

01 Oct 2023  |  Frontiers  |  English  |  Hybrid Systems

The study explores the value of hybrid renewable energy systems combining photovoltaic (PV), wind, and battery storage technologies. It highlights that coupling these technologies can significantly enhance the utilization of interconnection capacity, achieving high capacity factors and capacity credits. Smaller batteries, when paired with complementary PV-wind systems, can perform economically as well as larger batteries. The stability coefficient is identified as a reliable indicator of capacity factor but less so for capacity credit. The analysis, focused on the United States, particularly Texas, evaluates the evolving values of these hybrid systems under different grid conditions, emphasizing the importance of resource complementarity and the potential for these systems to reduce grid investment and production costs.

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EV does it: will lithium-air batteries solve range anxiety?

03 Jan 2024  |  HERE  |  English  |  Environmental Impact

Technological advancements in EV battery technology, particularly lithium-air batteries, promise to address range anxiety by potentially enabling vehicles to travel up to 1,000 miles on a single charge. Researchers at the Illinois Institute of Technology and Argonne National Laboratory have made significant progress, developing a lithium-air battery that is lightweight and has a high energy density. The next steps involve scaling up the technology for commercial use, with potential applications in aviation, shipping, and long-distance trucking. The development could revolutionize the EV industry, although further investment and research are needed to bring these batteries to market.

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Vanja Popovic is a journalist based in Beograd, Serbia.

Energy Prices Hit Both Consumers and Producers in the USA

14 Sept 2023  |  Bloomberg Adria  |  Serbian  |  Retail Sales

Higher energy prices have led to the largest increase in producer prices in the USA in a year, with gasoline prices significantly contributing to this rise. The Producer Price Index for final demand rose by 0.7% in August compared to July, driven by a 20% increase in gasoline costs. Excluding food and energy, the index rose by 0.2%. Rising oil prices threaten to undermine progress made by supply chain normalization and economic slowdowns abroad. Retail sales in the USA increased by 0.6% in August, with most sectors showing growth despite higher consumer prices, particularly for gasoline. Stock markets in the USA saw gains as traders anticipated that the Federal Reserve would not raise interest rates next week.

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Martha Pskowski is a journalist based in Mexico City, Mexico.
She reports for U.S., Mexican and U.K. news outlets on environmental justice, immigration, urbanism and gender. Her work reporting in Mexico and Central America has appeared in Al Jazeera English, The Guardian, and CityLab, among other ...

Leaking, exploding abandoned wells wreak havoc in West Texas

29 Feb 2024  |  www.ksat.com  |  English  |  Government Policy

In West Texas, abandoned oil and water wells are causing environmental disasters, such as the massive saltwater spill on Bill Wight's ranch following a well explosion. The Texas Railroad Commission, responsible for regulating the oil and gas sector, has been criticized for its inconsistent response to such incidents. Despite a lack of records for many wells, the commission has allocated millions for plugging orphan wells, with additional federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Groundwater districts and landowners have struggled with the commission over well-plugging responsibilities, especially for undocumented wells. The urgency to address these wells has grown as they threaten groundwater supplies and the environment. Scientists and regulators are investigating the causes of leaks and blowouts, with some research suggesting links to saltwater injection wells from fracking. The commission's prioritization system for plugging wells has been questioned, and there is a push for more comprehensive monitoring and research to prevent future disasters.

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Juan Salinas is a journalist based in Trujillo, La Libertad, Perú.

OSHA proposes $290K in fines following explosion at Sherwin-Williams plant in Garland

09 Feb 2024  |  KERA News  |  English  |  Industrial Accident

The U.S. Department of Labor is proposing over $290,000 in fines against Sherwin-Williams due to an explosion at a paint factory in Garland last August, which injured an employee and released chemicals into the environment. OSHA cited the company for serious violations, including improper chemical storage and insufficient employee training. Sherwin-Williams faces a repeat violation fine of $161,310 and additional penalties for other violations. The company has the option to contest the findings or pay the fines within 15 business days.

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This Connecticut company makes the technology that will train AUKUS submariners

21 Mar 2023  |  www.wshu.org  |  English  |  International Relations

The Australian Navy will utilize Connecticut-made software for training on new American-made nuclear submarines under the AUKUS defense agreement. RDSI, a company specializing in electronic warfare training software, will provide its technology, which is already used in Virginia Class submarines. President Biden announced the deal, which includes a significant investment by Australia in the U.S. and UK defense sectors. RDSI, praised for employing U.S. veterans, has been acknowledged by the Department of Labor and was commended by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal for its national security contributions. Electric Boat, another Connecticut company, is hopeful to manufacture the submarines.

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Susan Shain is a journalist based in Oaxaca, Mexico.

New Walla Walla scholarship aimed at women studying the trades

04 Mar 2025  |  Northwest Public Broadcasting  |  English  |  Trades and Vocational Training

A new scholarship aimed at women studying trades has been introduced by the Walla Walla chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). The scholarship is part of AAUW's ongoing efforts to support women in education, particularly in fields like STEM and trades. The initiative is in response to the changing workforce and aims to help women achieve their educational goals. The scholarship will provide financial support for tuition and necessary gear, with applications managed by the Blue Mountain Community Foundation. The article highlights the positive impact of such scholarships on women entering male-dominated fields like welding, as exemplified by students at Walla Walla Community College.

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Julia Thomas is a journalist based in New York, United States of America.

Study Examines Cost Competitiveness of Zero-Emission Trucks

04 Apr 2024  |  cleantechnica.com  |  English  |  Transportation

Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, though only 5% of vehicles on U.S. roads, contribute 21% of transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions. A study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) indicates that zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) like battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles could achieve cost parity with diesel vehicles by 2035, driven by technological advancements and supportive policies. The Inflation Reduction Act's tax credits further accelerate this transition, potentially reducing emissions by up to 70% by 2050. The study highlights the role of NREL's TEMPO model in assessing the total cost of driving across various market segments, emphasizing the importance of incentives and infrastructure investments in promoting ZEV adoption.

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Senate AI Working Group Releases Long-Anticipated Roadmap for AI Policy

15 May 2024  |  Lexology  |  English  |  US Senate

The Senate AI Working Group, led by Chuck Schumer and other senators, released a comprehensive roadmap for AI policy in the U.S. Senate, aiming for bipartisan consensus on AI legislation. The roadmap emphasizes innovation, federal investment, and collaboration among Senate committees and the Biden Administration. It outlines recommendations for sector-specific AI policy issues, including workforce impacts, high-impact AI uses, elections, privacy, and national security. The roadmap supports existing legislation and proposes new reforms to drive AI innovation, address workforce challenges, and safeguard against AI risks. The Senate plans to address AI-related issues through rolling legislation rather than a single omnibus bill.

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Sakshi Udavant is a freelance journalist with an academic background in psychology. 

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How manufacturers are approaching workforce development

13 Nov 2023  |  www.manufacturingdive.com  |  English  |  Manufacturing

The U.S. manufacturing sector, particularly in clean energy, is experiencing significant labor shortages, especially for technical roles in AI, automation, and clean energy sectors like solar and wind. Despite overall job losses in manufacturing, clean energy jobs are projected to grow significantly. Companies are struggling to find qualified workers for roles such as automation engineers and solar panel installers. Initiatives like apprenticeships, partnerships with educational institutions, and federal support are being emphasized to address these shortages. The Biden administration's budget proposal includes significant funding for apprenticeships. Companies like Micron Technology and SK Battery America are making substantial investments in workforce development. Educational institutions are launching new programs to meet industry demands. The need for better training, mentorship, and flexible work schedules is highlighted as crucial for attracting and retaining workers, particularly younger generations and women. The solar industry, in particular, faces a high demand for trained workers, with efforts underway to standardize training and improve job quality.

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A Systematic Approach to Developing Sustainable Post-Disaster Shelters in the Southern Region of the United States

17 Aug 2024  |  MDPI  |  English  |  3D Printing Technology

The study proposes a sustainable shelter design for post-disaster recovery in the southern United States, focusing on energy savings, environmental impact reduction, and rapid construction using 3D printing technology. The design aims to enhance community resilience and business continuity post-disaster. Various scenarios were assessed using life cycle analysis, energy justice, and sustainability metrics, with the E-RTU scenario emerging as the most favorable in terms of environmental impact and energy justice. The research highlights the potential for these shelters to support local economic recovery and suggests further studies to optimize design and cost-effectiveness.

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Beijing Misleads About Cooperating with US on Fentanyl Crisis

14 Apr 2023  |  www.polygraph.info  |  English  |  Drug Trafficking

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned Chinese entities for supplying fentanyl precursors to Mexican cartels. Chinese Foreign Ministry's claims of cooperation are misleading, as China has linked counternarcotics efforts to broader geopolitical issues and suspended cooperation after Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, has caused tens of thousands of deaths in the U.S. annually. While China regulated fentanyl substances in 2019, Mexican cartels now dominate production using Chinese-sourced precursors. The U.S. urges China to adopt stricter controls, but China resists, citing legal constraints and international obligations.

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