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Utility-scale wind energy ramping up for one of best years in U.S.

EIA data forecasts that U.S. wind capacity added this year should total 12.7 GW, by far the best since 2012’s record of 13.3 GW. That was the year the production tax credit (PTC) was originally supposed to phase out, although it was extended.




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CellCube to bring grid scale vanadium battery to South Australia

Renewables firm Pangea Energy and vanadium battery producer CellCube have signed on to build a 50MW storage system alongside a solar farm in South Australia.




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Xcel Energy sets course for coal-free, renewable-heavy future

This week, Xcel Energy announced plans to retire its last two coal plants in the Upper Midwest a decade earlier than scheduled. The acceleration of the coal closures is part of the company’s clean energy transition that includes expanding wind and solar, using natural gas and operating its Monticello nuclear plant until at least 2040.





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Rhode Island utility commissioners approve Revolution offshore wind PPA

The Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved the PPA with utility National Grid for 400 MW in wind power capacity from the Revolution Wind project. Project developer DWW Rev 1 LLC is a joint venture of New England utility Eversource and Ørsted U.S. Offshore Wind.




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PJM looks to plug ‘leaks’ sprouting from patchwork of state carbon policies

The nation’s largest electric grid operator is grappling with how to prevent state climate policies from merely pushing emissions — and costs — across state lines.




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Hydrogen is the fuel of the future. For real this time, IEA Says

Hydrogen, which has been touted as the fuel of the future much of the past five decades, may finally be on the verge of converting its potential to reality.




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Women are missing out on the clean energy job boom in America

While the industry is welcoming more women leaders, its rank-and-file workforce is still a lot like those at fossil-fuel companies: white and dominated by men. The lack of gender diversity is being driven by manufacturing jobs, and that means women are now missing out on the biggest jobs boom America has to offer.




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Utility partners with climate experts on new carbon emission goals

Community stakeholders and climate experts from the University of Arizona are helping Tucson Electric Power to build an energy portfolio that supports reliable, affordable and increasingly sustainable service over the next 15 years.




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Wednesday webcast to reveal what's new about POWERGEN 2019 in NOLA

Clarion Energy’s Teresa Hansen, vice president of global content, for a webcast Wednesday  will be making some important announcements regarding this year’s event in New Orleans. Hansen also will offer key details on content, the exhibit floor and resources available to attendees.




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Envisioning the future of hydropower: What do you see?

On Tuesday, July 23 at the HydroVision International keynote, Vice President Marla Barnes asked the audience to close their eyes and envision their next vacation. “Are you sitting on a beach? Are you packing your family into the car for a wild adventure? What do you see,” she asked.




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Small Missouri utility proposes big pivot to clean energy in latest resource plan

Missouri’s smallest investor-owned utility is charting a dramatically different course two years after being acquired by new owners.




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In battle to break up utilities, Arizona steps to the front line

Of all the efforts to break up utility monopolies in the U.S., the one unfolding in Arizona may be the most important to watch.




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On the brink of blackouts, Texas makes case for power plant boom

It may be time to start building power plants in Texas again.




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Net zero carbon emissions ‘impossible’ without hydrogen says UK energy alliance

The UK’s North West Hydrogen Alliance (NWHA) is calling for government investment in hydrogen projects to meet ambitious carbon reductions targets in Britain.




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BNEF finds that hydrogen’s plunging price could boost its role in a carbon-free future

The cost of producing hydrogen gas with renewables is likely to plummet in the coming decades, making one of the most radical technologies for reducing greenhouse gases economical.




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Covering Climate Now signs on more than 170 news outlets

MORE THAN 170 NEWS OUTLETS from around the world have now signed up for Covering Climate Now, a project co-founded by CJR and The Nation aimed at strengthening the media’s focus on the climate crisis.




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Renewable energy takes center stage at POWERGEN ASIA and Asian Utility Week

In a region of the world where coal is still king, there is room for renewables. This was a takeaway from the Ministerial Address and Joint Opening Keynote at POWERGEN Asia and Asian Utility Week. The two annual events kicked off Tuesday, Sept. 3, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.




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Democratic presidential hopefuls take on climate change, tout goals

Even as they touted ambitious proposals to reduce carbon emissions to a national audience, Democratic candidates for president tried to balance the boldness of their plans with the need for simplifying a complex scientific problem to make it palatable to voters.




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10. März 2020 - Fabrication Technologies Inc./IGM Solutions in die Liste qualifizierter Hersteller nach IPC J-STD-001 und IPC-A-610 aufgenommen




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23. März 2020 - Der IPC veröffentlicht Addendum für die Automobilindustrie, IPC J-STD-001GA/IPC-A-610GA




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Best headphones for running or working out

BEST DEALS ON HEADPHONES:


The only thing more important to runners than their sneakers is a quality pair of headphones and a killer playlist. Running without music is like some form of medieval torture: it sucks. And cheap, crappy headphones just aren't going to cut it.

When shopping for a quality pair of headphones to wear while running, you'll want to look at a few key factors: Are they sweatproof/waterproof? Will they stay in your ears? Are the volume controls easily accessible? If you answer no to any of these questions, then you know the headphones aren't going to work. Read more...

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BEST FOR WORKOUT TRACKERS

Bose SoundSport Pulse Wireless

While sound quality and flexibility are always good features, a great pair of headphones will do more than that.

$129 from Amazon

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BEST MID-PRICED WIRELESS OPTION

Jabra Elite 45e

The Elite 45e headphones are an example of quality at an affordable price.

$86.53 from Amazon

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BEST TRULY WIRELESS EARBUDS

Bose SoundSport Free Wireless

These truly wireless ear buds can charge while you're using them, and the app can help you locate them in the event that they fall out.

$199 from Amazon

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BEST BUDGET WIRED HEADPHONES

JBL Endurance RUN

These are the kind of headphones you buy in multiples so you don't have to fret once you've inevitably lost a pair.

$19.95 from Amazon

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BEST NO-FRILLS OPTION

ROVKING Sport Headphones

These super-cheap headphones have an earhook design that keeps them on your ears, and are also sweatproof.

$14.99 from Amazon

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MOST FIT OPTIONS FOR WIRED HEADPHONES

Sony MDRXB510AS/B

These Sony earbuds offer multiple sets of covers and hooks to hold the earbuds securely in place.

$29.99 from Amazon

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BEST AUDIO QUALITY FOR WIRED HEADPHONES

Bose SoundSport

Bose SoundSport are a great set of headphones to buy when the clarity of audio really matters to you.

$99 from Amazon

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BEST OVER-EAR OPTION

Levin Bluetooth 4.1 Wireless Headphones

The Levin Bluetooth 4.1 Wireless Headphones deliver an affordable and reliable option for anyone who prefers over-ear headphones.

$29.99 from Amazon







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Learn to play the drums — without actually buying a drum set

TL;DR: You don't have to buy a drum set to learn how to play the drums. Instead, just grab the Senstroke by Redison bluetooth drum kit for $189.95, on sale for 5% off as of May 9.


If you want to learn how to play the drums, then a quality set may cost you upwards of $1,000. Not only is this a hefty price to play for individuals who aren't fully committed to the instrument yet, but their massive size may be impossible to fit inside your space. Or at least your housemates may not appreciate it.

With the Senstroke by Redison Bluetooth Drum Kit and App Bundle, you can practice, play, and record on just about any surface for a much more affordable price — and it'll take up little to no space.  Read more...

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On Beat Fitness is a dance party disguised as a workout for any quarantine mood

Work(out) From Home is a weekly column where we review smart fitness machines and apps in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Thanks to technology, there are still plenty of ways to exercise if your gym is closed. Read more...

On Beat Fitness
$120 (annual)
The Good
Super fun workouts • Classes grouped by mood • Equipment-free workout options • Growing library of classes
The Bad
Lack of workout history • Expensive subscription • Inability to filter search
The Bottom Line
On Beat Fitness offers a variety of classes that cater to both your taste in music and your mood for the day. Not only are the workouts fun and effective, but exercising to the beat of the music makes it a lot easier to follow along.
⚡ Mashable Score 4.75
😎 Cool Factor 4.5
📘Learning Curve 5.0
💪Performance 5.0
💵Bang for the Buck 4.0
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Spotify's new new 'Daily Wellness' playlist is worth a try but has a few flaws

With all the stress in the world — you know, a deadly, terrifying global pandemic — Spotify dropped a new service: a daily, personalized aimed at wellness. Fittingly, it's called Daily Wellness and I gave it a try. 

OK, first, let me drop my biases: I can be a cynical person and I'm pretty high energy — like hyper hyper — which has made meditation difficult for me. I can get both mentally and physically uncomfortable while trying anything resembling meditation or therapy or sincere reflection.

That being said, amid the pandemic — and battling some, let's say, serious anxiety — I've been taking active steps to try to improve my mental health. Therapy, meditation, exercise, whatever else, it all seemed like a good idea to help me get through the day. Read more...

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Australia: Future-proofing farm management

Systems and solutions that manage agricultural activities have been instrumental in helping Australian farmers to improve productivity, increase operating efficiency and reduce costs.




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Insight – New routes to market for Australian brands in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

With e-commerce accelerating in cities across India, it’s easy to miss how consumer behaviour is changing right across the South Asia region.




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South Australia's bounty Island

Kangaroo Island sits in cool water of the Southern Ocean that wells up from Antarctica. Crystal clear, the sea appears azure blue as it laps the golden sandy beaches and pounds the rugged rocky cliffs. Surrounded by water KI, as the island is known, enjoys a mild microclimate perfect for holiday making and growing superb food.




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Rheology Solutions

Rheology Solutions are the exclusive Australian distributor for the world leading manufacturers of optical control systems, temperature control, polymer, rheology and viscometry instruments and equipment.




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Datasec Solutions

Datasec Solutions Pty Ltd (Datasec or the Company) is an IT security company based in Melbourne, Australia.




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Why Are We So Stupid About RDP Passwords?

Ransomware Gangs Keep Pwning Poorly Secured Remote Desktop Protocol Endpoints
In honor of World Password Day, here's a task for every organization that uses remote desktop protocol: Ensure that all of your organization's internet-facing RDP ports have a password - and that it's complex and unique.




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What We've Learned About Business Resiliency

Business resiliency and the supply chain - they both were tested by the disruptions we've all experienced. But Patrick Potter of RSA says there are lessons to be learned from the response, and they will guide us as we prepare for the next evolution of our business climate.




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Live Webinar | Why Automation of AST Solutions is the Key to DevSecOps




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Zoom's NY Settlement Spells Out Security Moves

Meanwhile, Video Conferencing Firm Acquires Start-Up Encryption Company
Zoom has reached a settlement with the N.Y. attorney general's office to provide better security and privacy controls for its video conferencing platform. Meanwhile, the company announced it's acquiring a start-up encryption company.




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Tritium to work with TATA AutoComp to supply DC fast chargers for electric vehicles

India’s highly respected TATA Group has selected Australian industry leader Tritium for its DC fast-charging expertise.




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Lift off for South Australian produce (Ministerial)

Over 30 tonnes of fresh South Australian produce, seafood and meat is now on its way to Asia under a new agreement with Singapore Airlines that will see local businesses once again have a direct freight route into key export markets.



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Why Are We So Stupid About RDP Passwords?

Ransomware Gangs Keep Pwning Poorly Secured Remote Desktop Protocol Endpoints
In honor of World Password Day, here's a task for every organization that uses remote desktop protocol: Ensure that all of your organization's internet-facing RDP ports have a password - and that it's complex and unique.




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Live Webinar | Why Automation of AST Solutions is the Key to DevSecOps




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Zoom's NY Settlement Spells Out Security Moves

Meanwhile, Video Conferencing Firm Acquires Start-Up Encryption Company
Zoom has reached a settlement with the N.Y. attorney general's office to provide better security and privacy controls for its video conferencing platform. Meanwhile, the company announced it's acquiring a start-up encryption company.




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Why Are We So Stupid About RDP Passwords?

Ransomware Gangs Keep Pwning Poorly Secured Remote Desktop Protocol Endpoints
In honor of World Password Day, here's a task for every organization that uses remote desktop protocol: Ensure that all of your organization's internet-facing RDP ports have a password - and that it's complex and unique.




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Live Webinar | Why Automation of AST Solutions is the Key to DevSecOps




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Zoom's NY Settlement Spells Out Security Moves

Meanwhile, Video Conferencing Firm Acquires Start-Up Encryption Company
Zoom has reached a settlement with the N.Y. attorney general's office to provide better security and privacy controls for its video conferencing platform. Meanwhile, the company announced it's acquiring a start-up encryption company.




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Why Are We So Stupid About RDP Passwords?

Ransomware Gangs Keep Pwning Poorly Secured Remote Desktop Protocol Endpoints
In honor of World Password Day, here's a task for every organization that uses remote desktop protocol: Ensure that all of your organization's internet-facing RDP ports have a password - and that it's complex and unique.




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Live Webinar | Why Automation of AST Solutions is the Key to DevSecOps




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Zoom's NY Settlement Spells Out Security Moves

Meanwhile, Video Conferencing Firm Acquires Start-Up Encryption Company
Zoom has reached a settlement with the N.Y. attorney general's office to provide better security and privacy controls for its video conferencing platform. Meanwhile, the company announced it's acquiring a start-up encryption company.




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Why Are We So Stupid About RDP Passwords?

Ransomware Gangs Keep Pwning Poorly Secured Remote Desktop Protocol Endpoints
In honor of World Password Day, here's a task for every organization that uses remote desktop protocol: Ensure that all of your organization's internet-facing RDP ports have a password - and that it's complex and unique.




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What We've Learned About Business Resiliency

Business resiliency and the supply chain - they both were tested by the disruptions we've all experienced. But Patrick Potter of RSA says there are lessons to be learned from the response, and they will guide us as we prepare for the next evolution of our business climate.