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President and CEO Izumisawa Offers New Employees Words of Welcome and Encouragement as New Members of MHI Group

Tokyo, April 1, 2020 - This morning Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) Group President and CEO Seiji Izumisawa released a video message of welcome and encouragement to the company's newly joining employees. The video format was chosen after the traditional welcoming ceremony was canceled this year to prevent spread of the novel coronavirus. Mr. Izumisawa called on the new employees to prepare themselves fully as members of MHI Group, and he expressed robust hopes and expectations for their active participation and contributions.




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[Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from China's Baotou Steel for Two Blast Furnace Gas-fired Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) Power Generating Units

・ High-efficiency power generating units built on M701S (DA) X series gas turbines effectively utilize steelworks gas emissions ・ Third order from Baotou Steel Group, reflecting strong confidence of MHPS' technology




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[Primetals Technologies, Ltd.]<br />Primetals Technologies wins order from Shougang Qian’an to supply 6-stand Hyper UC-mill for electrical steel

・ The world’s first 6-stand tandem cold mill with Hyper UC-mills in all stands ・ Equipped with work roll shift function to enable precise edge profile control of electrical steels ・ Enables Shougang Qian’an to meet the growing demand for electrical steels




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[Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from Taiwan Power Company for Steam Turbine Facilities for the Datan Power Plant -- Equipment to Convert the Unit 7 Natural Gas-fired Simple Cycle Generator to a GTCC System --

・ Combined cycle operations scheduled to begin in November 2023 ・ Total plant output to increase 50%, from the current 600 MW to 900 MW




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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Bombardier Inc. have agreed on a June 1, 2020 closing date for the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet Program.<br />-- Program to be operated under new name of MHI RJ Aviation Grou

Tokyo, May 7 (Montreal, May 6), 2020 – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO:7011) and Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) (TSX: BBD.B) of Canada have agreed that all closing conditions have been met and the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ) Program will close on June 1, 2020. The Program will be operated under the newly created group entities of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and will commence upon closing.




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Kenai Fjords National Park: A user&#39;s guide

Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska is three fingers of Mother Nature poured over ice. A place where glaciers creep to the sea and the Harding Icefield, which



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$150 and 200 words could get you a goat farm

The owners of Alabama's Humble Heart Farms are offering their dairy farm to whoever writes the best 200-word essay.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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If you like spicy mustard, thank a caterpillar

We owe the spiciness of mustard, horseradish and wasabi to an 'arms race' between plants and caterpillars that dates back to the dinosaurs.




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Simple hives keep Italian vineyards buzzing

At Italy's Ferrari Vineyards, the honeybees keep the vineyards thriving and at least one bear's belly full.




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Earthworms do double-duty at Fetzer Vineyards

Earthworms decontaminate water and create vineyard fertilizer at Fetzer Vineyards as part of regenerative sustainability program.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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How your garden springs to life at night

Flowers, bees, moths, slugs ... when the sun sets, there's work to be done.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Want a cider apple orchard? Here&#39;s what to plant

With a little help from a famous seventh-generation orchardist, I narrow down some of the best varieties to plant for a backyard orchard.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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In wake of latest school shooting, Georgia woman organizes walkouts, strikes a chord

After seeing yet another school shooting play out, Clare Schexnyder realized she couldn't sit back and do nothing.



  • Protection & Safety

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Discarded dogs are finding love for the first time — in prison

Hardened inmates let a dog's love open the door to their hearts through the Pawsitive Change program.




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Why it&#39;s so hard to fix stuff that needs repairing

Some companies make DIY repair difficult (or impossible), but new laws in the U.S. and Europe may make fixing things easier.




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Solar Impulse soars to new world records

A solar-powered airplane soared over the Pacific Ocean, from Japan to Hawaii, and set a slew of new world records in the process.




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Tiny dragonfly species crushes long-distance migration record by riding high-altitude winds

Genetic tests are showing that individuals from Texas might breed with individuals from Japan or South America.




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Richard Branson wants to bring &#39;sexy hotels&#39; to space

The Virgin Galactic founder envisions a near-future where space travel is as easy (and luxurious) as first-class air travel.




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Why is it so hard to keep pets safe on a plane?

Flying pets in the cargo hold can be a risky proposition, but sometimes you have no choice.




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Sweden has invented a word to shame people for flying

The Swedish 'flygskam' translates as 'flight shame' — and it seems to be working.




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We finally solved the mystery of why this &#39;boring&#39; bird has such colorful chicks

The American coot is not as boring as it looks. These ducks are hiding some rather mischievous behavior under that boring veneer.




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Drug lord&#39;s rogue hippos taking over Colombia

Pablo Escobar’s legacy of mayhem continues by way of a thriving population of giant African mammals.




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One of the oldest bald eagles ever recorded just crashed through a man&#39;s window

The eagle that smashed through a Wyoming man's window was bearing a leg band from 1989.




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Some birds watch other birds to see if what they&#39;re eating is good ... or gross

Blue tits and great tits keep an eye on how their bird friends react to certain foods.




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46,000-year-old frozen bird uncovered in Siberia

A frozen horned lark bird was discovered in Siberia and is estimated to be 46,000 years old.




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How to become a backyard naturalist right now

Become a backyard naturalist by taking part in the City Nature Challenge.




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How to track migratory birds near you

These websites can help you figure out which migratory birds will be coming through your area.




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A third of Americans believe in UFOs, but they aren&#39;t all looking for the same thing

A new book, "They Are Already Here" by Sarah Scoles, looks at the people who are obsessed with unidentified flying objects — but for different reasons.




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Biofuel from algae could compete with oil, according to report

By increasing the lipid content, VG Energy says it could make algal biofuel at significantly lower costs.




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Gulf of Mexico &#39;dead zone&#39; may reach record size this summer

Historic floods and relentless storms are expected to boost the dead zone up to 15 percent larger than ever before, experts say.



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Arctic algae &#39;tree rings&#39; reveal record of climate change

Bright pink algae that light up the Arctic seafloor like Las Vegas neon are also guides to hundreds of years of climate history.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why you should take a bird&#39;s-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef

Follow NASA's lead and explore this natural wonder by air. Scientists working for NASA's CORAL project are embarking on a two-month aerial study.




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8 demystifying facts about the snow leopard

Also known as an 'ounce,' snow leopards are one of the most elusive mammals in the world.




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Succulent nail art: Gorgeous, weird or both?

While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Planet or not, you can&#39;t discount the extraordinary beauty of Pluto

A new study brings up an old argument about that weird definition of a planet.




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Make herb butter to preserve the last of your garden herbs

This DIY kitchen project couldn't be easier.




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The best way to cook a turkey, according to science

Grab your kitchen shears, a serrated knife and your muscles for a tender, evenly-browned turkey.




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How to peel hard-boiled eggs by shaking them

You can quickly peel several hard-boiled eggs at once using this simply shaking method.




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How to get rid of moles in your yard

Are there mole tunnels in your yard? Here are tips to help with mole control, from facts about food sources to pros and cons about mole traps and repellents.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know

The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Spectacular U.K. island seeks rugged gardener

St. Michael's Mount off the coast of Cornwall is looking for someone to live there and care for its ancient gardens.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Front-yard veggie gardeners declare victory

Couple who had to tear up a front-yard veggie garden they had tended for 20 years in Miami Shores, Florida, replants after new law went into effect on July 1.



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How you can use Australian landscaping ideas to create a drought-tolerant garden

Lush, but low-water gardens are a growing popular necessity around the world, and the Australians have a lot to teach the rest of the world.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to garden for bumblebees

Creating a bumblebee-friendly garden will help the struggling pollinators and be a boon for your blooms as well.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to grow your own cozy gourd tunnel

Building one of these leafy retreats adds both beauty and interest to any garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Why Germany&#39;s little gardens are a way of life

Once critical for survival, Germany's allotment gardens now provide a different type of health and wellness.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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These award-winning photos capture the drama of nature

International Garden Photographer of the Year competition honors best garden, flower and plant images.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Why you should plant a victory garden

Grab your shovel and some seeds and combat climate change and whatever life brings with a backyard garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to start a cutting garden

Follow these five easy steps to grow enough flowers to fill your house with blooms and learn what grows best where you live.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Danish regulator orders Gefion to correct information

Gefion has disagreed with the decision, as the regulator points to issues with one of the provider's reinsurance contracts.