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NFWF Announces $1.1 Million in Grants from Coral Reef Conservation Fund
WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced $1.1 million in grants to support efforts to improve the health and resilience of coral reefs in Florida, Hawai‘i, the Northern Mariana Islands and Puerto Rico. The grants will generate $2.3 million in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of $3.4 million.
“Across the globe, coral reef ecosystems suffer persistent damage from stressors including increased coral bleaching events, warming oceans, overfishing and pollution,” said Jeff Trandahl, executive director and CEO of NFWF. “NFWF is proud that over the course of over 20 years, with the support of our partners, the Coral Reef Conservation Fund has become a highly effective incubator for innovation, development and dissemination of best practices for protecting coral.”
The grants were awarded through the Coral Reef Conservation Fund (CRCF), a 21-year conservation partnership between NFWF and NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP). Aramco Americas also joined in support of the fund as the major corporate sponsor for a second consecutive year. Supplemental funding was also provided this year by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
“Now more than ever, we need to come together to make a real difference in conserving corals,” said Jennifer Koss, director of the NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program. “Every year the quality of proposals increases and funding decisions are harder, which is a real testament to NOAA and NFWF building upon years of work in coral reef research and management.”
The projects supported by the seven grants announced today will address NFWF’s three primary focus areas to help protect functioning and resilient coral reef systems in an increasingly urbanized and changing coastal environment:
- Increasing the resiliency of coral reefs by reducing human-based threats such as overfishing and land-based sources of pollution
- Promoting active restoration efforts to restore degraded reefs
- Investing in innovation and tools for managers to increase their capacity and decision-making power
With this second year’s contribution in 2021, Aramco Americas’ support of the Coral Reef Conservation Fund has helped make possible the award of 18 conservation grants in U.S., Caribbean, and Pacific waters related to the health of coral reefs. The company’s support has catalyzed a total on-the-ground impact of $6.2 million in just two years.
“Aramco is pleased to support conservation efforts around the world, and especially those related to marine environments,” said Nabeel I. AlAfaleg, president and chief executive officer, Aramco Americas. “This extends our work with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and our commitment to having a positive, long-term impact on marine environmental protection.”
This year’s Coral Reef Conservation Fund grant recipients include:
- Coral Restoration Foundation ($148,000) will use artificial intelligence software to create reef-scale photomosaic images for the purpose of coral restoration monitoring.
- Arizona State University ($196,000) will identify herbivory thresholds for reef resilience in Hawai‘i that relate to coral reef condition to help reef managers manage fish populations for coral restoration and health.
- Protectores de Cuencas ($150,000) will engage the local community of Culebra, Puerto Rico in a citizen-science monitoring program to help prioritize coral reef conservation strategies for the island.
- State of Hawai‘i, Department of Land and Natural Resources ($222,000) will protect 7,000 acres of forests from non-native hooved animals to reduce sedimentation onto nearshore coral reef habitat.
- The Nature Conservancy ($110,000) will characterize the current state of the coral reefs at Kawela in southeast Molokai to help track recovery after significant land pollution reduction activities that are in progress.
- Mariana Islands Nature Alliance ($50,000) will test various coral out-planting strategies to inform future coral reef restoration in the territory.
- Nova Southeastern University ($233,000) will provide treatments to corals to prevent loss of corals to stony coral tissue loss disease.
Since 2000, the Coral Reef Conservation Fund has made 408 awards to coral conservation projects with $22 million in federal and non-federal funds, which leveraged more than $29 million in matching funds for a total conservation impact of $51 million.
A complete list of the 2021 grants made through the Coral Reef Conservation Fund is available here.
About the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Chartered by Congress in 1984, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) protects and restores the nation’s fish, wildlife, plants and habitats. Working with federal, corporate and individual partners, NFWF has funded more than 5,000 organizations and generated a conservation impact of $6.8 billion. Learn more at www.nfwf.org.
About the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
NOAA’s mission is to understand and predict changes in the Earth’s environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun, and to conserve and manage our coastal and marine resources. Learn more at www.noaa.gov.
About Aramco Americas
Aramco Services Company (d/b/a Aramco Americas) is the U.S.-based subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, a world leader in integrated energy and chemicals, and has had a presence in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Aramco Americas is a contributor to the U.S. energy sector through research and development, venture fund activities, asset ownership, as well as technology and digital transformation. The company is headquartered in Houston, and maintains offices in New York, Washington D.C., Boston, and Detroit. Aramco Americas is committed to being a positive contributor in the communities where its employees live and work, and to making a difference through outreach that benefits the arts, geosciences, education and the environment. Please visit https://americas.aramco.com/ to learn more.
About the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals, and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.
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NOTTINGHAM, England, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — IG Canada, a premier online trading platform, is pleased to announce significant enhancements to its trading technology, designed to empower both novice and experienced traders with superior tools and resources. This development is part of IG Canada’s commitment to providing the best trading experience in the Canadian market.
IG Canada has upgraded its platform with advanced features that streamline trading processes and improve the accuracy of trade execution. These enhancements include customizable charts, a wider range of indicators, and improved mobile access, ensuring traders can operate efficiently from anywhere at any time.
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Security remains a top priority for IG Canada. The latest updates include enhanced encryption and multi-factor authentication to protect client data and funds. These security measures provide peace of mind for traders, knowing their investments are safeguarded against potential threats.
IG Canada is a leading online brokerage that provides trading services across multiple asset classes, including forex, stocks, commodities, and indices. With a focus on innovation and customer service, IG Canada is committed to helping Canadian traders achieve their investment goals through a transparent and efficient trading environment.
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Sentrycs Now Part of the UK National Protective Security Authority Catalog of Security Equipment
This inclusion into the NPSA CSE marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to enhancing national and international airspace security and to leading the C-UAS market toward multi-layer strategy optimization and excellence.
TEL-AVIV, Israel, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sentrycs, a leading innovator in adaptive counter-drone solutions, is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious UK National Protective Security Authority Catalogue of Security Equipment (NPSA CSE).
Following a rigorous assessment process, Sentrycs’ cutting-edge Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) solution has met the high standards set by the NPSA for Detection, Tracking, and Identification (DTI). The testing, conducted at the NPSA’s designated testing facilities in August 2023, rigorously evaluated the Sentrycs system against the NPSA’s DTI Testing and Evaluation Standard v3.1.
Sentrycs elected to be assessed under Configuration D as a 3D system with Ground Control Station (GCS) detection capability and platform identification capability, which is the most demanding test scenario with the highest number of scored parameters.
The Sentrycs system demonstrated exceptional capabilities in various security scenarios, showcasing its robustness in detecting and tracking with high accuracy and zero false alarms. The system’s innovative use of cyber techniques to extract data from targets and its streamlined human-machine interface were especially noted for their efficiency and ease of use.
“Our team is proud to have Sentrycs recognized by the UK National Protective Security Authority,” said Yoav Zaltzman, CEO of Sentrycs. “Being listed in the CSE is not just an honor; it’s a testament to our technology’s reliability and effectiveness in contributing to the ever-changing airspace security landscape.”
Sentrycs’ technology is now accessible through the NPSA CSE, providing security practitioners with verified solutions that meet the UK’s rigorous security standards. This inclusion not only underscores Sentrycs’ role in advancing security technology but also enhances its visibility and credibility on a global stage.
For more details on Sentrycs’ solutions and their impact, visit www.sentrycs.com.
For further information regarding the NPSA and the Catalog of Security Equipment, please visit the NPSA’s official website.
About Sentrycs
Sentrycs is a leader in adaptive counter-drone solutions, supported by innovative technology designed to passively identify, mitigate, and where necessary, intercept unauthorized drones custom-built for various environments – including airports, borders, prisons, critical infrastructure, and mass events. Founded in 2017, Sentrycs’ has offices in Israel and the US, serving customers worldwide. By uniting its field-proven technology and expertise in global drone environments, Sentrycs is leading the way towards a safer and more secure drone-driven future. Learn more at www.sentrycs.com
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MILAN, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Homestyler, a leading all-in-one 3D Design platform and creative community for global designers invested by Easyhome New Retail Group and Alibaba Group, successfully hosted the Homestyler Global Partners Conference and Gorgeous Home Imported Brand Investment Promotion Conference from April 18 to 19 on the sidelines of the 2024 Salone del Mobile Milano, the world’s leading furniture fair.
Easyhome is at the forefront, driving the transformation of the home furnishing industry into a full-service platform. It has developed a tailored solution for global brands called Gorgeous Home, which includes supportive policies and has established local distribution and service networks in international markets. During the conference, Homestyler unveiled a suite of digital products enhanced by 3D and AI technologies, including cloud-based design tools, virtual livestreaming that can alter and restore furnishing scenes to true-to-life scale, a 3D Floor Planner, a 3D Virtual Studio, and a 3D Interactive Panorama, among others. The event also marked the signing ceremony with the first group of global partners.
The Global Partners Program is a key milestone of Homestyler’s roadmap towards global commercialization. It has established close partnerships with around 1,000 global home furnishing companies and design institutions to provide solutions for digital transformation. The first global partners from more than 20 countries and regions will collaborate to explore content creation and marketing potential to deliver effective growth.
In addition, Homestyler shared the unique advantages of its software and cloud designing tools, particularly in cloud rendering, free modeling capabilities, 3D model and material libraries, one-stop workflow, and user-friendliness.
“The core technologies and products of Homestyler extend through all links both online and offline and deeply converge physical experience with digital technologies, such as attracting customers, content design and creation, interactive scene, check-out tracking and more, and we continue to optimize and enhance the 3D scenario shopping experience to empower the transformation and upgrading of the global home furnishing industry,” said Ma Xingjian, head of Homestyler’s overseas business.
Looking ahead, Easyhome and Homestyler aims to establish an international service, regional distribution and dealership system, serving as a bridge between global designers and home furnishing companies worldwide to enable designers residing in different countries and regions to highlight their 3D design solutions and boost shopping experience for the consumers.
As a creative hub for global designers, Homestyler continually expands its model library with home furnishing products from around the world and provides the latest in 3D and AI technologies to help companies promote their products across various channels. Companies such as P Life Concept London, Lahoma Ltd., and Tecnobit S.r.l. are leveraging Homestyler products to enhance the online shopping experience and increase efficiency on their websites. Homestyler plans to introduce more B2B digital products and services, including advanced 3D tools for designing, modeling, rendering, virtual studio shooting, and livestreaming. “Homestyler will further advance our international development: we are planning to establish industry-academy cooperation with Italy’s top design institution, the Polytechnic University of Milan, and the relationship with ADI. With the launch of Global Partners Program, Homestyler will continue to invest in supporting policies and boost international influence through various cooperation programs, to achieve the goal of providing better design services for users globally,” said Xu Min, general manager of Homestyler.
For more information, please visit https://www.homestyler.com.
About Homestyler
Homestyler was jointly invested in by Easyhome New Retail Group and Alibaba Group. It is dedicated to provide 3D cloud design tools for designers worldwide and delivering a comprehensive suite of 3D+AI digital solutions to the furniture and home furnishing industry.
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