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Newcastle Univ. researchers say expansion of Panama Canal could help reduce carbon footprint of marine industry

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In a paper published this month in the International Journal of Maritime Engineering , Paul Stott and Dr Peter Wright of Newcastle University, UK, suggest that the $6-billion Panama Canal expansion program offers the marine industry as a whole an opportunity to reduce its environmental impact. —Paul Stott.

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Detect Quakes With “Raspberry Shakes”

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Geophones are commonly used in the oil and gas industry for seismic surveying, where the seismic waves are artificially generated to probe the ground below. Actually, a whole community of (mostly) amateur seismologists had, using a Raspberry Pi–based device called a Raspberry Shake , developed in 2016 by a group in tectonically active Panama.

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Maersk sets net zero CO2 emission target by 2050

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The maritime industry emitted close to 1000 million tonnes of CO 2 in 2012, representing about 2.2% Already, Maersk’s relative CO 2 emissions (CO 2 emissions per container moved) have been reduced by 46% (baseline 2007), approximately 9% more than the shipping industry average. of global CO2 emissions. Moller - Maersk.

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Plug Power expands hydrogen supply chain partner network in Spain with CLH

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Through the agreement, CLH will develop hydrogen production assets and downstream markets in Spain, in the industrial, mobility and power production/storage sectors for distribution to Plug Power customers throughout Europe. The CLH Group is a leading international company in the transport and storage fuel products in Europe.

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China’s economic stimulus to spark robust copper consumption in 2024 – ET Auto

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The report also highlights that global copper supply may face disruptions due to issues in major producing countries like Chile , Peru, and Panama. Meanwhile, a significant mine in Panama has been ordered to halt operations, potentially impacting 1% of global copper production.

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Get to Know the IEEE Board of Directors

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In addition to her current position on the IEEE Board of Directors, she is co-chairing the IEEE Metaverse initiative, which aims to create a vibrant community of experts in the field, organizing networking events with industry and academia. She is also a member of the IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN) honor society.

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This Startup Is Using AI to Help Keep Store Shelves Stocked

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The competition is for startups that have designed technologies for the consumer goods and retail industry. Wisy currently has 16 employees, who work in Costa Rica, Panama, Peru, the Philippines, and the United States. Chen is based in Panama City. Wisy is piloting its AI platform with CCU. Founded 2016.

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