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Applied targets 40% growth in the UK and Ireland

Senior VP of international operations, Jeff Purdy, says the software house's growth opportunity in the UK is "material" as Joe Sultana joins Andy Fairchild on its new European leadership team.




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FCA sounds alarm over Brexit, misconduct, and data usage

The regulator examined several areas of potential harm in its annual review of the general insurance sector.




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Coverly confirms growth plans amid redundancy threat at parent firm BFS

The SME-focused insurtech was launched by former Aviva and Brokerbility expert, Jodi Cartwright, in 2019.




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Covid-19: Software houses release continuity plans

Updated: No interruptions to services are expected, but some staff are expected to remain at their offices.




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The left lane is for passing, not for cruising

You slow-driving, left-lane hoggers know who you are. And you're b locking traffic from passing is shown to cause accidents.




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This French city is largest in Europe to offer free public transportation for all

Dunkirk, France, paves the way for even more ambitious fare-free transit schemes in even larger cities.




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In Istanbul, your recyclables can reduce your subway fare

Istanbul, Turkey, is the latest city to adopt a novel recycling idea that allows public transit riders to pay part of their fare through recycling bottles.




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Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake

The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake in November 2016. The 61-mile route will reopen on Dec. 1, 2018.




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How to survive a long airplane flight

No one looks forward to spending hours and hours in a cramped airplane seat, but there are ways to make those lengthy flights more comfortable.




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Students in Finland offer a succinct lesson in commuting

Students in Finland are much more likely to bike or walk to school than to travel by car, says Pekka Tahkola, who took this photo.




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Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners

Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return.




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Why you should always stand, not pass others, on the escalator

It's way more efficient, not to mention more polite, for everyone.




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Commuters turn to bicycles during transportation strike in Netherlands

A public transportation strike in the Netherlands leads thousands of commuters to ride their bicycles instead.




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4 Lawn Mower Safety Tips You May Be Overlooking

Remember these simple lawn mower safety tips before you mow or perform repairs.




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When it comes to aging in place, self-driving cars won't save us

A new study finds that older people react a lot more slowly when they take back control of an autonomous vehicle.




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This bike lane is covered in solar panels. (It's also in the middle of a highway)

Bicyclists have a 20-mile bike lane in South Korea conveniently covered by a solar roof.




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Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck

Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck, the first electric pickup.




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Mystery of the solar-powered ghost ship that washed ashore 3 years ago finally solved

Ship with no crew drifted over 2,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.




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"Status of 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan" has been posted.

"Status of 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan" has been posted.




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MHI Group Announces Update to 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan (MTBP), <br> Outlines Strategic Path to Growth

・ Midway through 2018 MTBP, MHI is executing as planned, strengthening financial foundations by embedding cash flow management processes ・ Management focused on balancing business growth and financial stability. Reflecting committed M&A deals and the current state of the medium-lot product market, FY2020 targets revised ・ Growth to be driven by combining MHI's core competencies in mechanical systems with innovative technologies in decarbonization, electrification and intelligence




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India gets world&#39;s first 100% solar-powered airport

Visitors who fly to Cochin, Kerala, will see a 12MW solar farm. What better place to send a message to the world?




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Are bladeless turbines the future of wind energy?

Proponents say bladeless turbines are safer and more economical. Skeptics aren't so sure.



  • Research & Innovations

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Why self-driving cars won&#39;t replace mass transit

Even if self-driving cars could replace mass transit, it would be a very bad thing.




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Back to the land no more?: The ecomodernists say we should decouple from nature

Big, efficient cities. High-tech mega farms. And a new generation of nuclear power. That's how to save nature, says a new manifesto.




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Rwanda builds utility-scale solar farm in 1 year

Renewables aren't just clean; they can be incredibly fast to deploy, too.




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Why does Norway want to give Finland a mountain?

Scandinavians already have a reputation for being nice. Now Norway may give away territory without even being asked.




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Is solar power contagious?

Brewers in N.C. point to the power of peer pressure to change minds about renewables.




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Why you should care about one church&#39;s fight over solar panels in N.C.

This David vs. Goliath story could impact the future of renewable energy everywhere.




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Why are solar companies fleeing Nevada?

Months after opening a flagship training center near Las Vegas, SolarCity is exiting the state and slashing jobs.




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In remotest Alaska, this weatherman still releases weather balloons

It turns out, not everything about weather forecasting involves satellites and computer models.



  • Climate & Weather

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Has a professional soccer player just revolutionized the energy industry?

Mathieu Flamini has been keeping a secret: He's developing a viable alternative to oil.



  • Research & Innovations

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No more work email at home? French law may protect workers&#39; home life

The French really do know how to put work in its place...



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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IndyCar driver promotes solar for Africa

By funding solar lights in Africa, one IndyCar team hopes to offset its footprint and move the world forward.




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Finland&#39;s mail carriers will soon be mowing lawns. But are they happy about it?

In a bid to diversify revenue, Posti, Finland's state-owned mail carrier, is offering new services, including lawn mowing on Tuesdays.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Could a small Rhode Island wind farm revolutionize U.S. energy?

Other countries have already installed thousands of offshore turbines. Will the U.S. be next?




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How a grieving mother set out to reclaim death

After losing her son to heroin, Tami Schwerin founded the Death Faire to explore new ways of dealing with loss.




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3 solar innovations to watch

Solar costs have already dropped precipitously. But what's next?




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What if funeral urns helped plant trees?

Life after death takes a botanical form with The Living Urn.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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North Carolina’s Sustainable Forestry and Land Retention Project delivered strong results in 2019

Programs and partnerships help underserved communities excel in the forestry business.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Meet Lauren Killian, Enviva sustainability forester

Take a walk in the woods with Killian, who promotes forest health and stewardship and helps private landowners manage their forests.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Young designer creates plastic alternative from fish waste and algae

Winner of international James Dyson Award invents marine bioplastic made of algae and fish parts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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A relative of one of the most famous trees of all time is hiding in plain sight

A descendant of the Newton Tree lives a private, unassuming life in California.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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A huge swath of South Carolina land is now preserved for generations

Roughly 14,000 acres along the Savannah River will forever remain undeveloped, thanks to this conservation team work.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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World&#39;s largest flower bloom found in remote Indonesian jungle

The bloom will only last for about one week before wilting.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Florida to buy Everglades land to prevent family from drilling for oil

The Kanter family's plans to drill for oil in the Everglades raised concerns about environmental and health risks, so the state stepped in.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Clean Water Act changes put wetlands in the crosshairs

The Trump administration is changing how the government defines water, and new rules will have significant effects on wildlife and water quality.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Oil companies are investing billions in new plastic plants to double output in next 20 years

Despite protests and bans across the globe, much more plastic is on the horizon because oil companies need a new reason for being.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Yosemite&#39;s &#39;firefall&#39; has become too popular

The rare and stunningly beautiful phenomenon of Yosemite's firefall at Horsetail Falls only occurs during a two-week window in February.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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9 stunning photos capture beautiful landscapes around the globe

International Landscape Photographer of the Year contest highlights winning images of everything from ice to forests.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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World&#39;s largest honey bee makes rare hallucinogenic honey

Harvesters scale tall cliffs to collect this rare honey from Himalayan giant honeybees.



  • Wilderness & Resources