The document discusses the potential of wind energy as a source of renewable energy. It explains how wind turbines work to convert wind energy into electricity. While wind provided only 1.3% of US energy in 2008, some countries like Denmark sourced 19% of their energy from wind. The document notes wind energy is clean and does not produce greenhouse gases. It acknowledges concerns over noise from turbines and reliability, but argues these are not significant issues. The conclusion is that wind energy can provide 10% of energy production while reducing emissions and reliance on fossil fuels, making it a realistic investment.
Pearl Certification Webinar Slides | Empower Your Customers to Step into Heal...Lindsay Riggs
June is National Healthy Homes month – and with the current crisis, homeowners are showing a renewed, growing interest in healthy, virus-free homes. As a result, there is a LOT of information out there about how to address these concerns, and trying to navigate through it all can be challenging and overwhelming. In this webinar, we spoke with Energy Vanguard's Allison Bailes and Jeffrey Sauls about practical ways to help your customers create healthier homes they feel good about living in. Allison and Jeffrey discussed what works and what doesn't when it comes to indoor air quality (IAQ) measures including filtration, UV lights, and more.
Green technology, also known as environmental technology or clean technology, applies environmental science and monitoring to minimize pollution and conserve resources. It includes renewable energy sources like wind, solar, hydrogen fuel cells, and hydroelectricity. While green technology provides benefits like reduced emissions and resource conservation, it also faces challenges like high upfront costs, technological hurdles, and potentially negative environmental impacts during development. However, further research and improvements can help address current limitations, and green technology remains key to solving problems like global warming and energy shortages in a sustainable manner.
The document describes a "One-Touch Healthy Homes Check-up" program that aims to comprehensively assess homes and connect occupants to various assistance programs through a single visit. The program looks at issues like energy efficiency, health hazards, safety concerns, and more. A home visitor conducts an assessment, educates occupants, and refers them to applicable programs to address issues like weatherization assistance, fuel assistance, home repairs, code violations, health programs, and other social services. The goal is to provide a quick and easy way to connect occupants to a wide network of support through a single introductory visit.
Energize Keynote What Is Community SlideshareMark Relph
The document discusses the concept of community and participation. It encourages readers to get involved in online communities to learn, enhance their careers, and experience innovation. The community aims to have open conversations to support members' careers and innovation through helpful tools and events while making a positive impact.
The document provides an agenda and materials for an event on air quality and health. The agenda includes sessions on how air quality impacts the environment, the federal government's role, and actions individuals can take to reduce pollution. The sessions will discuss how ozone pollution and particulate matter harm crops, forests, wildlife, and the climate. They will also suggest ways for individuals to help through reducing electricity use, transportation choices, advocacy, and more. Presenters will discuss these topics from the Ohio Environmental Council and American Lung Association.
Greenhouse gas emissions from human activities are harming the environment. Switching to more efficient fluorescent light bulbs could save 28 million tons of greenhouse gases per year. Fluorescent bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs and can save consumers $6 per year on electricity costs. Making the switch to fluorescent lighting is a simple way to reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint.
Next Step Living is an energy efficiency company that partners with organizations to help reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint. They offer services like energy assessments, air sealing, insulation installation, and renewable energy options. Their services are heavily subsidized by utilities, allowing customers to save 5-10% on energy bills from basic services or 30-40% from more comprehensive weatherization. They take a holistic approach to recommend the most impactful and cost-effective upgrades for each home. Their goal is to help communities and individuals save on energy costs while improving comfort and health and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The document discusses the potential of wind energy as a source of renewable energy. It explains how wind turbines work to convert wind energy into electricity. While wind provided only 1.3% of US energy in 2008, some countries like Denmark sourced 19% of their energy from wind. The document notes wind energy is clean and does not produce greenhouse gases. It acknowledges concerns over noise from turbines and reliability, but argues these are not significant issues. The conclusion is that wind energy can provide 10% of energy production while reducing emissions and reliance on fossil fuels, making it a realistic investment.
Pearl Certification Webinar Slides | Empower Your Customers to Step into Heal...Lindsay Riggs
June is National Healthy Homes month – and with the current crisis, homeowners are showing a renewed, growing interest in healthy, virus-free homes. As a result, there is a LOT of information out there about how to address these concerns, and trying to navigate through it all can be challenging and overwhelming. In this webinar, we spoke with Energy Vanguard's Allison Bailes and Jeffrey Sauls about practical ways to help your customers create healthier homes they feel good about living in. Allison and Jeffrey discussed what works and what doesn't when it comes to indoor air quality (IAQ) measures including filtration, UV lights, and more.
Green technology, also known as environmental technology or clean technology, applies environmental science and monitoring to minimize pollution and conserve resources. It includes renewable energy sources like wind, solar, hydrogen fuel cells, and hydroelectricity. While green technology provides benefits like reduced emissions and resource conservation, it also faces challenges like high upfront costs, technological hurdles, and potentially negative environmental impacts during development. However, further research and improvements can help address current limitations, and green technology remains key to solving problems like global warming and energy shortages in a sustainable manner.
The document describes a "One-Touch Healthy Homes Check-up" program that aims to comprehensively assess homes and connect occupants to various assistance programs through a single visit. The program looks at issues like energy efficiency, health hazards, safety concerns, and more. A home visitor conducts an assessment, educates occupants, and refers them to applicable programs to address issues like weatherization assistance, fuel assistance, home repairs, code violations, health programs, and other social services. The goal is to provide a quick and easy way to connect occupants to a wide network of support through a single introductory visit.
Energize Keynote What Is Community SlideshareMark Relph
The document discusses the concept of community and participation. It encourages readers to get involved in online communities to learn, enhance their careers, and experience innovation. The community aims to have open conversations to support members' careers and innovation through helpful tools and events while making a positive impact.
The document provides an agenda and materials for an event on air quality and health. The agenda includes sessions on how air quality impacts the environment, the federal government's role, and actions individuals can take to reduce pollution. The sessions will discuss how ozone pollution and particulate matter harm crops, forests, wildlife, and the climate. They will also suggest ways for individuals to help through reducing electricity use, transportation choices, advocacy, and more. Presenters will discuss these topics from the Ohio Environmental Council and American Lung Association.
Greenhouse gas emissions from human activities are harming the environment. Switching to more efficient fluorescent light bulbs could save 28 million tons of greenhouse gases per year. Fluorescent bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs and can save consumers $6 per year on electricity costs. Making the switch to fluorescent lighting is a simple way to reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint.
Next Step Living is an energy efficiency company that partners with organizations to help reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint. They offer services like energy assessments, air sealing, insulation installation, and renewable energy options. Their services are heavily subsidized by utilities, allowing customers to save 5-10% on energy bills from basic services or 30-40% from more comprehensive weatherization. They take a holistic approach to recommend the most impactful and cost-effective upgrades for each home. Their goal is to help communities and individuals save on energy costs while improving comfort and health and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Sci275 Ms Lee Moon Assignment Energy Resource PlanMsLeeMoon
This resource plan discusses the importance of conserving energy and provides tips for doing so. It explains that nonrenewable resources like coal and oil are limited, while renewable resources like solar and wind can be sustained. The document recommends individual actions like using CFL bulbs and unplugging appliances when not in use. It also outlines government efforts to regulate utilities, invest in infrastructure, and fund new energy research to address growing energy demands. The plan encourages taking proactive steps to reduce waste and protect the environment for future generations.
This document discusses different forms of energy, sources of energy, and energy usage. It explains that the sun is the primary source of energy on Earth and that energy exists in kinetic or potential forms. It also outlines that Australia relies heavily on non-renewable energy sources like coal, which contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. The document encourages using renewable energy like solar and wind and provides tips to conserve energy at home.
This presentation discusses environmental awareness and various types of pollution. It covers the causes and effects of water pollution, air pollution, land pollution, and noise pollution. Some key points include:
- Major types of pollution are water, air, land, and noise pollution.
- Water pollution is caused by point sources like factories and non-point sources like runoff. It affects drinking water.
- Air pollution is caused by emissions from vehicles, industries, and burning of fossil fuels. It leads to issues like greenhouse effect, acid rain, and ozone layer depletion.
- Land pollution is caused by construction, agriculture, and waste. It degrades soil and water quality.
- Noise pollution is caused by traffic,
Herbert Durham's senior project presentation discusses the demand for and generation of electricity. It notes that electricity is required to power appliances, equipment, and provide lighting, heating, and energy for industrial processes. The presentation examines where electricity comes from, its environmental impacts, how it is generated, and how much is used. It also discusses how electricity generation significantly affects the environment due to the large amounts of society's electricity derived from fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas, which release harmful greenhouse gases.
What is energy? Why is our society so reliant on fossil fuel energy? How can we save energy?
Use this presentation to find out more about renewable and non-renewable energy sources and how we can take personal action to reduce our usage.
This document outlines several actions individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint and combat climate change, such as purchasing renewable electricity, driving electric vehicles, making homes more energy efficient, adopting a low-carbon lifestyle, voting for climate-friendly policies, supporting future generations in climate education, acting locally in communities, and providing a brief timeline of Marin County's climate planning efforts.
The document discusses energy and how it makes many things possible from wheels turning and swans flying to lights turning on and music playing. It explains that energy is useful for transportation, growth, air quality, powering gadgets, and warming the planet. However, using too much energy can harm the planet. The document suggests ways to save energy such as turning off lights and gadgets when not in use, bundling up, riding a bike, reusing items, and considering energy ratings on products. It asks the reader to think of additional tips to help save energy.
The document discusses the importance of recycling electronics to preserve the environment from future disasters by reducing toxic waste in water sources like cadmium, mercury, and lead. It notes that recycling electronics is popular worldwide but most prevalent in countries like the US where electronics usage is high. The document encourages recycling old electronics through websites like Sellalaptop.com to both help the environment and earn some cash.
Linda Nussbaumer presented on indoor air pollution, its health effects, and associated challenges. She discussed causes of indoor air pollution like various pollutants and their sources. Health issues from exposure include sick building syndrome and chronic illnesses like asthma and multiple chemical sensitivity. Those with MCS face challenges in finding places to live, work, and shop due to sensitivity to low levels of multiple chemicals. Designers face challenges in improving indoor air quality, while individuals with MCS have difficulties due to locations of exposures like poorly ventilated buildings.
The former executive vice president of both Global Exploration for Royal Dutch Shell and Exploration and Commercial for Shell Upstream Americas, Dr. David Lawrence retired from Shell in 2013. He is currently Chairman of Lawrence Energy Group LLC, a Director of Stone Energy, and Chairman of the Yale Climate and Energy Institute Advisory Board, David Lawrence maintains Energy Perspectives, a blog at www.lawrence1energy.blogspot.com, where he discusses solutions for energy poverty and is a contributor to the Energy Collective.
Energy conservation refers to reducing energy usage by using less of an energy service rather than through efficient energy use. Energy conservation provides environmental benefits like cleaner air and protecting the climate. It also enhances national security by prolonging domestic energy resources and reducing dependence on unstable foreign regimes. There is a need for conservation to address issues like the energy crisis, financial security, and control of energy usage. Future technologies being developed to address these needs include renewable energy sources, electric vehicles, and solar-powered devices.
This is Your Wake Up Call - How Your Business Can Pivot for ProfitAndrewWinston
Extreme weather events are becoming more common due to climate change, which is costing billions. Resources are also becoming scarcer as demand rises relentlessly. Additionally, transparency means business impacts on people and the planet can no longer be ignored. To address these wakeup calls, businesses must pursue deep change and innovation to make their organizations more resilient through heretical questioning, science-based goals, and reconsidering business models and what products truly fit a prosperous world. Answering this call is crucial because the future depends on business leadership in developing solutions.
The document discusses ways for residents to reduce their carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. It recommends conducting a home energy audit to identify areas for improvement like air sealing and adding insulation. Residents can also upgrade appliances to energy efficient models and install smart meters. Driving less, maintaining proper tire pressure, and buying a more fuel efficient vehicle are effective ways to reduce transportation emissions. Joining the local renewable energy program further helps reduce the community's environmental impact.
Mercury is a toxic substance that causes significant environmental damage. It is commonly found in fluorescent light bulbs, with hundreds of millions of bulbs containing mercury being disposed each year, often ending up in landfills. This releases mercury into the environment where it accumulates up the food chain and can be harmful, especially for children and pregnant women, if ingested through contaminated fish. Replacing fluorescent light bulbs with LED bulbs, which contain no mercury, can help address this issue by removing the need for mercury-containing bulbs and their disposal, reducing environmental mercury levels. One project replacing over 450,000 fluorescent bulbs with LEDs will have a meaningful positive impact on reducing mercury.
Maximising energy efficiency in residential design by Geoff ClarkFWPA
Maximising energy efficiency in residential design
Geoff Clark, Troppo Architects
Informed materials specification and thermal performance in timber frame designs can increase housing star ratings and lower operational energy costs.
The document discusses renewable and non-renewable energy sources such as wind, natural gas, and oil. Wind energy is renewable because the wind can be used over and over again, while natural gas is considered renewable because it is collected through pipes from underground reserves. Natural gas provides more energy than wind but also releases pollution into the air. Non-renewable energy sources like oil take millions of years to form from dead organisms and cannot be replenished. The conclusion states that wind is a better option than fossil fuels in order to reduce pollution.
The top uses of electricity in households are heating/cooling at 31.2%, kitchen appliances at 26.7%, and water heating at 9.1%. Making small changes like adjusting the thermostat by 1-2 degrees or installing a geothermal system can save over 150 kWh per month. Replacing appliances and lights with Energy Star models is also effective, as it can save around 80 kWh monthly. Unplugging unused electronics saves additional energy. Overall, a household can conserve around 135 kWh per month through these easy steps.
The document discusses 10 ways for individuals to help reduce global warming through conservation efforts like reducing waste and using energy more efficiently. It provides tips on recycling, using less heat and air conditioning, changing light bulbs, driving less, buying efficient products, using less hot water, utilizing the power off switch, planting trees, getting an energy audit from your utility company, and encouraging others to conserve.
Sci275 Ms Lee Moon Assignment Energy Resource PlanMsLeeMoon
This resource plan discusses the importance of conserving energy and provides tips for doing so. It explains that nonrenewable resources like coal and oil are limited, while renewable resources like solar and wind can be sustained. The document recommends individual actions like using CFL bulbs and unplugging appliances when not in use. It also outlines government efforts to regulate utilities, invest in infrastructure, and fund new energy research to address growing energy demands. The plan encourages taking proactive steps to reduce waste and protect the environment for future generations.
This document discusses different forms of energy, sources of energy, and energy usage. It explains that the sun is the primary source of energy on Earth and that energy exists in kinetic or potential forms. It also outlines that Australia relies heavily on non-renewable energy sources like coal, which contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. The document encourages using renewable energy like solar and wind and provides tips to conserve energy at home.
This presentation discusses environmental awareness and various types of pollution. It covers the causes and effects of water pollution, air pollution, land pollution, and noise pollution. Some key points include:
- Major types of pollution are water, air, land, and noise pollution.
- Water pollution is caused by point sources like factories and non-point sources like runoff. It affects drinking water.
- Air pollution is caused by emissions from vehicles, industries, and burning of fossil fuels. It leads to issues like greenhouse effect, acid rain, and ozone layer depletion.
- Land pollution is caused by construction, agriculture, and waste. It degrades soil and water quality.
- Noise pollution is caused by traffic,
Herbert Durham's senior project presentation discusses the demand for and generation of electricity. It notes that electricity is required to power appliances, equipment, and provide lighting, heating, and energy for industrial processes. The presentation examines where electricity comes from, its environmental impacts, how it is generated, and how much is used. It also discusses how electricity generation significantly affects the environment due to the large amounts of society's electricity derived from fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas, which release harmful greenhouse gases.
What is energy? Why is our society so reliant on fossil fuel energy? How can we save energy?
Use this presentation to find out more about renewable and non-renewable energy sources and how we can take personal action to reduce our usage.
This document outlines several actions individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint and combat climate change, such as purchasing renewable electricity, driving electric vehicles, making homes more energy efficient, adopting a low-carbon lifestyle, voting for climate-friendly policies, supporting future generations in climate education, acting locally in communities, and providing a brief timeline of Marin County's climate planning efforts.
The document discusses energy and how it makes many things possible from wheels turning and swans flying to lights turning on and music playing. It explains that energy is useful for transportation, growth, air quality, powering gadgets, and warming the planet. However, using too much energy can harm the planet. The document suggests ways to save energy such as turning off lights and gadgets when not in use, bundling up, riding a bike, reusing items, and considering energy ratings on products. It asks the reader to think of additional tips to help save energy.
The document discusses the importance of recycling electronics to preserve the environment from future disasters by reducing toxic waste in water sources like cadmium, mercury, and lead. It notes that recycling electronics is popular worldwide but most prevalent in countries like the US where electronics usage is high. The document encourages recycling old electronics through websites like Sellalaptop.com to both help the environment and earn some cash.
Linda Nussbaumer presented on indoor air pollution, its health effects, and associated challenges. She discussed causes of indoor air pollution like various pollutants and their sources. Health issues from exposure include sick building syndrome and chronic illnesses like asthma and multiple chemical sensitivity. Those with MCS face challenges in finding places to live, work, and shop due to sensitivity to low levels of multiple chemicals. Designers face challenges in improving indoor air quality, while individuals with MCS have difficulties due to locations of exposures like poorly ventilated buildings.
The former executive vice president of both Global Exploration for Royal Dutch Shell and Exploration and Commercial for Shell Upstream Americas, Dr. David Lawrence retired from Shell in 2013. He is currently Chairman of Lawrence Energy Group LLC, a Director of Stone Energy, and Chairman of the Yale Climate and Energy Institute Advisory Board, David Lawrence maintains Energy Perspectives, a blog at www.lawrence1energy.blogspot.com, where he discusses solutions for energy poverty and is a contributor to the Energy Collective.
Energy conservation refers to reducing energy usage by using less of an energy service rather than through efficient energy use. Energy conservation provides environmental benefits like cleaner air and protecting the climate. It also enhances national security by prolonging domestic energy resources and reducing dependence on unstable foreign regimes. There is a need for conservation to address issues like the energy crisis, financial security, and control of energy usage. Future technologies being developed to address these needs include renewable energy sources, electric vehicles, and solar-powered devices.
This is Your Wake Up Call - How Your Business Can Pivot for ProfitAndrewWinston
Extreme weather events are becoming more common due to climate change, which is costing billions. Resources are also becoming scarcer as demand rises relentlessly. Additionally, transparency means business impacts on people and the planet can no longer be ignored. To address these wakeup calls, businesses must pursue deep change and innovation to make their organizations more resilient through heretical questioning, science-based goals, and reconsidering business models and what products truly fit a prosperous world. Answering this call is crucial because the future depends on business leadership in developing solutions.
The document discusses ways for residents to reduce their carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. It recommends conducting a home energy audit to identify areas for improvement like air sealing and adding insulation. Residents can also upgrade appliances to energy efficient models and install smart meters. Driving less, maintaining proper tire pressure, and buying a more fuel efficient vehicle are effective ways to reduce transportation emissions. Joining the local renewable energy program further helps reduce the community's environmental impact.
Mercury is a toxic substance that causes significant environmental damage. It is commonly found in fluorescent light bulbs, with hundreds of millions of bulbs containing mercury being disposed each year, often ending up in landfills. This releases mercury into the environment where it accumulates up the food chain and can be harmful, especially for children and pregnant women, if ingested through contaminated fish. Replacing fluorescent light bulbs with LED bulbs, which contain no mercury, can help address this issue by removing the need for mercury-containing bulbs and their disposal, reducing environmental mercury levels. One project replacing over 450,000 fluorescent bulbs with LEDs will have a meaningful positive impact on reducing mercury.
Maximising energy efficiency in residential design by Geoff ClarkFWPA
Maximising energy efficiency in residential design
Geoff Clark, Troppo Architects
Informed materials specification and thermal performance in timber frame designs can increase housing star ratings and lower operational energy costs.
The document discusses renewable and non-renewable energy sources such as wind, natural gas, and oil. Wind energy is renewable because the wind can be used over and over again, while natural gas is considered renewable because it is collected through pipes from underground reserves. Natural gas provides more energy than wind but also releases pollution into the air. Non-renewable energy sources like oil take millions of years to form from dead organisms and cannot be replenished. The conclusion states that wind is a better option than fossil fuels in order to reduce pollution.
The top uses of electricity in households are heating/cooling at 31.2%, kitchen appliances at 26.7%, and water heating at 9.1%. Making small changes like adjusting the thermostat by 1-2 degrees or installing a geothermal system can save over 150 kWh per month. Replacing appliances and lights with Energy Star models is also effective, as it can save around 80 kWh monthly. Unplugging unused electronics saves additional energy. Overall, a household can conserve around 135 kWh per month through these easy steps.
The document discusses 10 ways for individuals to help reduce global warming through conservation efforts like reducing waste and using energy more efficiently. It provides tips on recycling, using less heat and air conditioning, changing light bulbs, driving less, buying efficient products, using less hot water, utilizing the power off switch, planting trees, getting an energy audit from your utility company, and encouraging others to conserve.
Jett B. Horn is seeking a job utilizing over 17 years of customer service experience. They have 10+ years of maintenance experience at Mt. Rainier National Park and certificates in water treatment plant operations and wastewater treatment. Their skills include excellent communication, problem solving, organization, adaptability, and working knowledge of MS Office programs.
1. Spinal tuberculosis commonly affects the thoracic and lumbar spine in young adults. It can cause neurological deficits through mechanisms such as inflammatory edema, extradural masses, and meningeal involvement.
2. Diagnosis is based on imaging findings on X-ray, CT, or MRI showing bone destruction and abscesses. Treatment involves chemotherapy and sometimes surgery to debride tissue, drain abscesses, or correct deformities.
3. Complications of spinal tuberculosis include paraplegia, cold abscesses, spinal deformities, and recurrence which may require longer treatment or surgical intervention.
The document discusses the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and anxiety. Regular meditation practice can help calm the mind and body by lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Studies have shown that meditating for just 10-20 minutes per day can have significant positive impacts on both mental and physical health over time.
This document discusses sustainable and affordable housing options in the Midwest. It finds that while over 180,000 energy star certified and 130,000 LEED certified multi-family units have been built in the US, the Heartland region of Nebraska and Iowa have fewer such units relative to population. Developing energy efficient housing through standards like Energy Star, LEED, and Passive House can provide financial benefits to developers and tenants through incentives, higher property values, and reduced energy costs, but many in the region are not taking advantage of these opportunities.
Dokumen tersebut merupakan presentasi tentang bagaimana menjadi developer Android. Presentasi tersebut menjelaskan pengalaman kerja pembicara, pendidikan, portofolio, materi pelatihan seperti pengenalan Android, Java Technology, proses pengembangan aplikasi Android menggunakan Android Studio, hingga cara mempublikasikan aplikasi ke Google Play Store.
David Harris, Chair of the Equity & Engagement Committee (EEC), presented an update to the Steering Committee highlighting past achievements and upcoming activities.
The document summarizes a field study conducted on medical tourism in Ahmedabad, India. The study aimed to understand the motivations of medical tourists in choosing India, the types of medical services received, and their countries of origin. Interviews were conducted at two hospitals - one focused on alternative therapies and the other state-of-the-art care. The findings showed medical tourists were motivated by affordable costs, competent staff, and services unavailable in their home countries like Africa, the US, and UK. Common procedures included cardiac, orthopedic, and spine surgeries.
We are pulling together all the Heartland 2050 working committees to develop the strategies and policies that will make up our Regional Vision. See how we are structuring these Vision Committees and how you can get involved.
Greg Youell, MAPA Executive Director, shared this presentation with the Steering Committee.
This document summarizes a workshop on transformational transportation technologies. It began with an introduction to autonomous and connected vehicles, describing the key technologies like cellular connectivity, vehicle-to-vehicle communication, and lidar sensors that enable autonomous functionality. It then discussed emerging technologies like smart cities and finding funding. The rest of the document provided more depth on autonomous vehicles, connected vehicle systems, smart city initiatives like Columbus' winning proposal, and opportunities for funding deployment of new transportation technologies.
The document summarizes the minutes from a Steering Committee meeting for Heartland 2050 held on June 7, 2013. Key presentations were given on scenario planning, transportation, utilities, and health care in the region. For scenario planning, a modeling approach was outlined to estimate costs and revenues from different growth scenarios. Transportation data showed average commute times and congestion levels. Utility presentations covered topics like broadband access, electric generation capabilities, water quality, and aging infrastructure issues. The health care presentation highlighted opportunities to impact demand through preventative interventions and reducing risk factors like obesity and chronic disease. The next meeting was scheduled for August 9, 2013.
Este documento presenta una propuesta de capacitación para el personal administrativo de la Clínica No. 23 del IMSS. En el capítulo 1 se describen los antecedentes históricos de la capacitación laboral en México y en el IMSS. El capítulo 2 analiza el desarrollo organizacional y la nueva cultura organizacional centrada en el ciudadano. El capítulo 3 presenta una propuesta pedagógica de capacitación en desarrollo humano con temas como la responsabilidad, comunicación, motivación y trabajo en equipo. El objetivo es fomentar el
In partnership with the Omaha Chamber of Commerce and the Startup Collaborative, MAPA issued a challenge to the startup community: "in a car centric city, how can we encourage people to move around without a car?"
Flood Cleanup: Avoiding Indoor Air Quality Problems - Fact Sheet via EPADry Wizard Restoration
During a flood cleanup, the indoor air quality in your home or office may appear to be the least of your problems. However, failure to remove contaminated materials and to reduce moisture and humidity can present serious longterm health risks. Standing water and wet materials are a breeding ground for microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, and mold. They can cause disease, trigger allergic reactions, and continue to damage materials long after the flood.
National Aboriginal Housing Association
Sixteenth Annual National
Urban Aboriginal
Housing Conference &
General Meeting
“Aboriginal Housing & Homelessness: Strategies and Solutions”
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This document summarizes a presentation about how buildings can impact health. It discusses how materials commonly used in older buildings, such as carpeting, vinyl, particle board and paints containing VOCs, can release indoor air pollutants that trigger asthma and other health issues. Research studies are cited showing links between air pollution, natural light exposure, and ceiling height with cognitive performance and lung development in children. The presentation promotes building materials and designs that improve indoor air quality, such as formaldehyde-free insulation, low-VOC paints and natural lighting. It encourages considering how buildings are constructed and operated to protect health.
The document discusses how improving indoor air quality (IAQ) through sustainable building practices can help reduce asthma rates, especially in low-income communities. It outlines strategies used by the Center for the Greater Good, such as using non-toxic building materials, maximizing natural light, and ensuring proper ventilation. The Center works with developers to implement best practices in design, construction, and demolition to minimize exposure to pollutants that can trigger asthma and other health issues. Reducing asthma in low-income populations through healthier housing could save billions in healthcare costs while improving quality of life.
The document discusses indoor air quality and ventilation systems. It notes that modern homes are built to be more energy efficient but also tighter, which can trap pollutants indoors. Properly installed mechanical ventilation, such as heat recovery ventilators, is presented as the best way to ventilate all rooms while minimizing energy loss and capturing pollutants. Natural ventilation alone is not reliable enough to ensure good indoor air quality in tight homes.
The document outlines key topics related to environmentalism including environmental education, careers, consumerism, activism, and sustainability. It discusses the importance of educating the public about the environment, opportunities in environmental fields, examining consumption and reducing impacts, approaches to activism, and analyzing sustainability on both local and global scales.
This document discusses various topics relating to environmental health, including water quality, waste disposal, food safety, disease control, population growth, pollution, and ways for individuals to help address environmental issues. It covers how environmental health aims to prevent diseases spread through interactions with the environment. Key concerns discussed are water treatment, sewage, food inspection, insect/rodent control, air and chemical pollution, radiation, noise, and the impacts of a growing global population.
The document provides tips for adult children to help their aging parents who live at home or from a distance. It discusses ways to prevent falls, be prepared for emergencies, avoid fires, assist with home maintenance, and help parents who hoard possessions. Specific suggestions include conducting home safety assessments, installing grab bars and emergency response systems, addressing home repairs, and getting help for tasks around the house.
Viviane Maraghi, an environmentalist, expected her blood tests to show low levels of toxic chemicals in her body since she carefully monitored her diet and household products. However, the tests showed she had 36 toxic chemicals in her bloodstream like lead, arsenic, mercury, and flame retardants, accumulating over time. Dangerous chemicals are ubiquitous, found in air, water, food, and products. Only recently have governments begun regulating chemicals and requiring companies to prove product safety. It is difficult to avoid all toxic exposures, but readers can reduce risks by switching to natural alternatives for personal care, home, and yard products.
The document provides various facts about the world related to paper recycling, water, spiders, butterflies, energy generation from human movement, marriage, green building, recycling, and health. Some key facts include that 63.4% of paper consumed in the US was recycled in 2009, a spider's web is .003mm in diameter, monarch butterflies journey from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico at 12MPH, and more than one-third of US adults are obese.
This presentation includes a step by step process in how to conduct a Healthy Homes inspection and recommend corrective actions.
It will instruct participants in how to recognize “red flags” that cause unhealthy housing conditions including lead dust and paint, asthma triggers, moisture intrusion, radon, asbestos, insect and rodent infestation, and poor indoor air quality.
The document discusses topics related to the environment and World Environment Day. It provides background on what the environment is, when and why World Environment Day was first celebrated in 1974, and its annual theme. Tips are provided on how to celebrate World Environment Day at home through activities like gardening and cleaning. Brief descriptions of climate change and how individual actions like using less plastic, transportation, and energy can help address it are also mentioned. The 5R mantra of reduce, reuse, recycle is highlighted as well as an "Earth Anthem" poem.
Actividad realizada por los alumnos del Colegio Hogar del Buen Consejo en el programa de inmersión lingüística en Riopar promovida por Ministerio de Educación del 26 de Octubre al 1 de Noviembre de 2014.
The document discusses several environmental issues facing the world today, including pollution of water sources from mercury in seafood and chemicals used in agriculture. It also discusses the negative impacts of industrial growth in countries like China. The document proposes adopting more sustainable practices like organic gardening and green building techniques that efficiently use resources to reduce environmental degradation. It provides examples of green products like a lamp made from cork and a pen designed to last seven years to reduce waste.
The document discusses the dangers of toxic chemicals found in many common household products and indoor environments. It notes that the average home contains 62 toxic chemicals, and over 72,000 synthetic chemicals have been introduced since World War II with little testing. Indoor air pollution in homes is 3 to 70 times higher than outdoor levels. Exposure to these chemicals has been linked to increased risks of cancer, asthma, learning disorders, and other health issues. Many product labels do not adequately warn of dangers or provide proper first aid instructions.
The document discusses the transition from the old paradigm of home building and design to a new more sustainable paradigm. In the old paradigm, homes were built and operated without consideration for their environmental impact. However, a quiet revolution is underway where designers are working with nature to create green homes that have minimal environmental impact. The new paradigm involves building integrated, efficient homes that generate their own energy, capture and reuse water, and use only non-toxic, sustainable materials. These homes operate as a cooperative system with nature rather than against it. The document argues this new paradigm is already reality with many green homes, neighborhoods, and building techniques that are as affordable and efficient as conventional options.
Eli Spevak- (Re) Introducing Petite, Discreet and Affordable Homes for Today'...Heartland2050
The document introduces petite, discreet, and affordable homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as housing solutions for smaller households. It notes that while household sizes are decreasing, housing stock remains focused on larger units. The document then provides examples of "missing middle" housing types like row homes, duplexes, and ADUs that could help address this mismatch. It also outlines common barriers to ADU development and strategies for promoting ADUs, including educational materials, advocacy, and sharing success stories.
Starting Presentations by Derek Miller, AICP and Andy WesselHeartland2050
The document appears to be the results of a visual preference survey conducted by the City of Omaha Planning Department on November 14th, 2019 related to Transit Oriented Development. The survey asked participants to rate examples of residential building designs on acceptability and preference using a scale. It also gathered information on what design elements participants felt were most important and their views on accessory dwelling units.
Eli Spevak- (Re) Introducing Petite, Discreet and Affordable Homes for Today'...Heartland2050
This document introduces small, affordable housing options such as accessory dwelling units (ADUs) that could help meet the needs of smaller households. It provides several reasons for the growing interest in ADUs, including a lack of housing choices, their adaptability over life stages, environmental benefits, and affordability. The document outlines different ADU types like detached units, internal conversions, and tiny homes. It also discusses rules for ADUs, common barriers to their construction, and examples of successful ADU programs.
Panel #1: Demographic and Economic Considerations for Future Housing NeedsHeartland2050
This document summarizes housing options and challenges for older residents in Nebraska. It discusses the importance of aging-friendly communities that provide essential services within walking distance and adequate transportation. It also describes strategies for aging in place, including home modifications and payment sources. Specific housing models are outlined, such as visitable homes, universal design, supportive housing like accessory dwelling units and congregate housing. Challenges around affordability and accessibility in rural Nebraska are also addressed.
Panel #3: Achieving Missing Middle Housing: Development and Zoning Considerat...Heartland2050
The document discusses expanding housing choices through "missing middle" housing options. It recommends making these options available by updating zoning laws to allow more housing types like duplexes and fourplexes as permitted rather than conditional uses and reducing parking requirements. It also recommends making these options and their benefits known to regulatory bodies, developers, financial institutions, and communities to gain acceptance and support. It concludes by providing contact information for the author to discuss missing middle housing further.
This document provides a summary of a presentation on creating livable communities for people of all ages. The presentation discusses AARP's work in this area including establishing age-friendly states and communities, demonstration projects, and advocacy for policy changes. It highlights data from surveys finding that most older adults want to remain in their homes and communities as they age. The presentation emphasizes partnerships and provides examples of how communities can support transportation, housing, civic engagement and other features important for livability.
Representatives from the Metropolitan Area Planning Agency, Verdis Group, University of Nebraska Medical Center and Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce give presentations about efforts and strategies to help employers save resources by providing solutions to how employees get to work.
Heartland 2050 Vibrant Community Gardens-UNMCHeartland2050
This document discusses using a collective impact strategy to improve community health through community gardening. It describes the benefits of community gardens for eating healthy foods, physical activity, beautifying neighborhoods, and improving social connections. The document then provides an example of a collective impact project called City Sprouts South, located at the Dorothy Patach Environmental Area, that incorporated community gardening, block parties, and other events to build community.
This document summarizes research on enhancing transportation demand management (TDM) options at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. It finds that UNO currently relies heavily on single-occupancy vehicles compared to peer universities. Implementing a multi-pronged TDM strategy including expanded transit subsidies and incentives for biking/carpooling would be more cost-effective than continuing to increase parking capacity. The research recommends modifying parking fees to better reflect costs, expanding the free MavRide program, and collaborating regionally on promoting sustainable transportation options.
This document discusses inclusive economic development strategies for Omaha, Nebraska. It finds that while traditional attraction-based economic development has benefited the city overall, it has masked significant economic disparities experienced by racial minority groups. It argues that entrepreneurship-based development, which focuses on supporting local entrepreneurs and small businesses, can help create more inclusive growth. Key points include:
- Minority groups in Omaha have higher poverty rates, lower incomes, and higher unemployment than whites.
- Minority business ownership, sales, and employment are also significantly lower than national averages.
- Entrepreneurship can create jobs, wealth, and economic opportunities in disadvantaged communities.
- An "ecosystem" approach is needed
The document summarizes the results of the MetroQuest survey conducted for the Heartland 2050 regional visioning project. Some key findings include:
- Residents see a strong economy and job growth as most important for quality of life. They want investment in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
- Affordability is seen as a strength but residents are concerned about inequality and crime.
- Support for active transportation, mixed-use development, and investing in existing communities rather than expanding outward.
- Education and health care access are also priorities.
Regional Open House Presentation-April 2014Heartland2050
John Fregonese, Principal of Fregonese Associates and lead consultant on the project, provided the public with an update and review of the four scenarios for growth over the next 40 years.
This presentation was also presented at the April 17th Steering Committee meeting.
This document provides results from a quantitative study of 400 residents in the Omaha-Council Bluffs region regarding their quality of life, priorities, values and issues. Some key findings include:
- Respondents view their quality of life as better than 5 years ago and expect further improvement, though reducing crime is seen as the most important priority.
- Over two-thirds see their quality of life and the region's direction as positive and increasing. However, high taxes and crime are identified as having the biggest negative impact on quality of life.
- The majority are optimistic about the local economy, though income inequality emerges as a concern. Maintaining jobs, education, and affordable costs of living are also high priorities.
The document summarizes the minutes from a steering committee meeting for the Heartland 2050 planning process. It includes an overview of the planning process presented by the executive director and presentations on land and natural resources, demographics and mobility, and housing and built environment from research teams. Committee members were given time for questions after the presentations to help them understand the information presented.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Combined Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) Vessel List.Christina Parmionova
The best available, up-to-date information on all fishing and related vessels that appear on the illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing vessel lists published by Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) and related organisations. The aim of the site is to improve the effectiveness of the original IUU lists as a tool for a wide variety of stakeholders to better understand and combat illegal fishing and broader fisheries crime.
To date, the following regional organisations maintain or share lists of vessels that have been found to carry out or support IUU fishing within their own or adjacent convention areas and/or species of competence:
Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)
Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT)
General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM)
Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC)
International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT)
Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC)
Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO)
North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC)
North Pacific Fisheries Commission (NPFC)
South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO)
South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO)
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)
The Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List merges all these sources into one list that provides a single reference point to identify whether a vessel is currently IUU listed. Vessels that have been IUU listed in the past and subsequently delisted (for example because of a change in ownership, or because the vessel is no longer in service) are also retained on the site, so that the site contains a full historic record of IUU listed fishing vessels.
Unlike the IUU lists published on individual RFMO websites, which may update vessel details infrequently or not at all, the Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List is kept up to date with the best available information regarding changes to vessel identity, flag state, ownership, location, and operations.
Monitoring Health for the SDGs - Global Health Statistics 2024 - WHOChristina Parmionova
The 2024 World Health Statistics edition reviews more than 50 health-related indicators from the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work. It also highlights the findings from the Global health estimates 2021, notably the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on life expectancy and healthy life expectancy.
UN WOD 2024 will take us on a journey of discovery through the ocean's vastness, tapping into the wisdom and expertise of global policy-makers, scientists, managers, thought leaders, and artists to awaken new depths of understanding, compassion, collaboration and commitment for the ocean and all it sustains. The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
United Nations World Oceans Day 2024; June 8th " Awaken new dephts".Christina Parmionova
The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
6. 8 Principles of a Healthy Home
DRY
CLEAN
PEST-FREE
SAFE
CONTAMINANT-FREE
VENTILATED
MAINTAINED
ENERGY EFFICIENT
National Center for Healthy
Housing
7. Keep it Dry
Damp houses provide a nurturing
environment for mold and pests
Even small gaps (between wall and
baseboard) can breed mold
Killing or bleaching mold does not work
There are no government standards for
mold (CA does have a new law)
8. Keep it Pest-Free
Bed bugs may be allergy triggers and
exacerbate asthma
Spraying for bed bugs does not always kill
them
Cockroaches can live for only a week without
water
Cockroach dander is an asthma trigger
9. Keep it Safe
Concrete on the outside of the home can be
a trip and fall hazard as well as a way to let
water into the home
The risk of child being injured as a result of a
result of a fall at home is twice the risk as at
as at child-care
Almost every month, a child in the U.S. dies
10. Keep it Contaminant-Free
Chemical exposures
radon
pesticides
volatile organic compounds
environmental tobacco smoke
carbon monoxide
lead
Exposures rates are higher indoors than outside
11. Keep it Ventilated
Most roofs may not be properly vented
Ventilation reduces household allergens
Fresh air supply in a home improves respiratory
health
Opening your windows for 15 minutes a day can help
help to filter out the contaminants that may be
present in your home, including radon, a leading
leading cause of lung cancer, or formaldehyde, an air
12. Keep it Maintained
Reduce the likelihood of household
fires and carbon monoxide poisoning
by having gas, oil or solid fuel heating
appliances professionally serviced
once a year
Change your furnace filter every 3
months
13. Keep it Energy Efficient
In the average home, 75% of the electricity used to power
home electronics is consumed while the products are
turned off. (Idle power consumes more electricity than all
the solar panels in America combined.)
Properly designed and executed, energy-efficient new
homes have been shown to improve the general and
respiratory health of occupants when compared to new
homes built using traditional practices.
Weatherized homes are at lower risk for fires, and their
residents have fewer respiratory illnesses
19. The Movement to Create Green and Healthy Homes in the Metro area…
• Have your home assessed for hazards
• Have your child tested for lead and allergies
• Make your own Healthy Home
• Volunteer to with us to help make other Healthy
Homes
• Partner with us
• Create an infrastructure that supports Healthy
Homes in the Metro area
• Walk or run the Rundee – August 27
• Attend our 10 year anniversary event – May 7