Sentences with phrase «measurable reductions in»

The objective of this study was to determine if patients with diagnosed stage - 1 hypertension could benefit by a forgiveness training program to achieve measurable reductions in anger expression and blood pressure.

«This is a significant commitment that will lead to measurable reductions in P&G's greenhouse gas emissions while inspiring other companies to step up and take action.

As our newest Climate Savers partner and as a signatory of the Renewable Energy Buyers Principles, Avery Dennison has called for increased access to cost - effective renewable energy that will lead to measurable reductions in its greenhouse gas emissions while demonstrating to other companies the business and environmental value of scaling up to achieve a 2025 target.»

This funding is for projects designed to achieve measurable reductions in greenhouse gas pollution at industrial facilities in Ontario.

Architecture 2030's goal is to achieve dramatic and measurable reductions in the fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of the Building Sector by transforming -LSB-...]

Over time, our ability to deliver permanent, measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions has taken root.

If the belief that rising CO2 emissions are going to cause catastrophic changes to the climate force policy changes that result in real, measurable reductions in emissions and pollution, is that a bad thing?

Most observers expect a measurable reduction in user sharing and engagement to occur once the new rules take effect.

The idea is that hundreds of thousands of these devices in hurricane - prone regions of the world would cool waters enough to make a measurable reduction in the strength of storms.

A peer - reviewed study led by Duke University researchers found a measurable reduction in the suicide rate in Connecticut as a result of a law enacted in 1999 permitting police to seek protective orders and temporarily remove guns.

When 7 women with PCOS took 15 grams (1 Tablespoon) of apple cider vinegar, 4 resumed ovulating within 40 days, 6 experienced a measurable reduction in insulin resistance, and 5 had a decrease in their LH / FSH ratio (24).

In another, older women who consumed a mixture of lycopene, vitamin C and other antioxidants for 14 weeks had a visible and measurable reduction in depth of facial wrinkles (33).

As a result of burning charcoal more efficiently, the cookstoves provide a measurable reduction in carbon emissions.

A VERY small reduction in human CO2 emissions might be possible, but the atmospheric accumulation is obviously governed by climatic factors so it will not result in a measurable reduction in atmospheric CO2.

No detectable or measurable reduction in CO2 emissions arising from the imposition of the renewable energy industries on the populace and consequently no need at all for any of this gross distortion of economies, of industries, of the political processes and of employment levels and of immense wealth transfers from the poor to the rich as global temperatures are stable for the last 16 years.

«In the presence of convincing evidence of any measurable reduction in income earning capacity it would be an error in law to dismiss the claim simply because income did not fall after an injury.

Numerous effectiveness studies have confirmed a statistically measurable reduction in the number of traffic citations and crashes experienced by graduates of TSC's courses, meaning our students are less likely to have

Our lesson plan was the subject of an effectiveness study which confirmed a statistically measurable reduction in the number of traffic citations and crashes experienced by JMPTS course graduates

Our lesson plan was the subject of an effectiveness study which confirmed a statistically measurable reduction in the number of traffic citations and crashes experienced

Our lesson plans have been the subject of several effective studies that have confirmed a statistically measurable reduction in the number of traffic citations and crashes experienced by Defensives driving course graduates.

Most observers expect a measurable reduction in user sharing and engagement to occur once the new rules take effect.

This results in lasting, measurable reduction in discipline problems and improvements in school culture.

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There has been a clear, measurable improvement in the nutritional quality of most school food, and a reduction in junk foods.

Given that (i) the 95 % CI just reaches 0.99 and (ii) the absence of measurable heterogeneity in this outcome analysis, the probability is that midwife - led continuity models of care are associated with a reduction in fetal loss and neonatal death by approximately 16 %.

«It sets out a new approach to achieve significant and measurable reductions over a sustained period in the harms caused by alcohol.»

«We are confident our combined efforts will produce measurable results through reductions in tobacco use, childhood lead poisoning, asthma hospitalizations and home fire deaths replicating the successes we've seen in the city of Utica,» Ellis said.

It was a measurable brain event and reflected an actual reduction in the experience of pain.

They conclude: «The impressive reduction in HIV incidence in people taking PrEP, without a measurable increase in other sexually transmitted infections, is reassuring for clinical, community, and public health stakeholders.

For sulphate aerosols, current models probably overestimate their influence, as there is no measurable effect of the large (over 60 %) reduction in SO2 emissions in Europe at the places where the largest influence should be visible, according to the models.

These climate changes have measurable effects, like reductions in ground and surface water resources due to changing timing of precipitation and snowmelt, and measurable impacts like declining forest health and more wildfires, to altered crop seasons and greater irrigation demand.

Restorative yoga poses help us learn to relax and rest deeply and completely, During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the body are benefited, and a few of the measurable results of relaxation are the reduction of blood pressure and the improvement of immune function, as well as improvement in digestion, fertility elimination, and the reduction of muscle tension and generalized fatigue.

Restorative yoga poses help us learn to relax and rest deeply and completely, During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the body are benefited, and a few of the measurable results of deep relaxation are the reduction of blood pressure, serum triglycerides and blood sugar levels in the blood, the increase of the «good cholesterol» levels, as well as improvement in digestion, fertility, elimination, the reduction of muscle tension, insomnia and generalized fatigue.

During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the body are benefited, and a few of the measurable results of relaxation are the reduction of blood pressure and the improvement of immune function, as well as improvement in digestion, fertility, elimination, and the reduction of muscle tension and generalized fatigue.

For the second time in just over a year, a clinical trial found that LDL reduction did not translate into measurable medical benefits.»

It's not unusual to see big changes in blood sugar, triglycerides, blood pressure and other measurable changes within this two - week period, followed by reductions in body fat, reductions or elimination of medications, reduced needs for medical care, and other changes not unlike the Lustig et al. study noted above.

He also stated that, «Improved aerobic fitness from the exercise was a much better predictor of psychosocial benefits than weight loss or reductions in body fat... Throw away the scale and get out there and start moving, and the activity can improve your emotional well - being even if it does not lead to any measurable change in weight or body fat.»

University of Copenhagen researchers analyzed 114 randomized trials of sodium reduction, concluding that... a «measurable» benefit in individuals with normal blood pressure (normotensives) of even a single millimeter of mercury could only be achieved with an «extreme» reduction in salt intake.

Small classes have been found to enhance learning to a measurable extent, particularly in the early elementary years (see for example the reports on Class Size Reduction, < http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/cs/ >; a research summary Small Class Size Trumps Vouchers In Terms of Results, Costs, and Public Support by American Federation of Teachers at < http://www.aft.org/pdfs/teachers/vouchersvssmallclass0498.pdf >in the early elementary years (see for example the reports on Class Size Reduction, < http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/cs/ >; a research summary Small Class Size Trumps Vouchers In Terms of Results, Costs, and Public Support by American Federation of Teachers at < http://www.aft.org/pdfs/teachers/vouchersvssmallclass0498.pdf >In Terms of Results, Costs, and Public Support by American Federation of Teachers at < http://www.aft.org/pdfs/teachers/vouchersvssmallclass0498.pdf >).

However, at this time, the extent of degeneration that is necessary to cause a measurable gross reduction in the size of the cerebellum has not been established.

One of the biggest issues is that it would take many decades for any reduction in emissions of heat - trapping gases to produce a measurable blunting of warming.

Furthermore, that their efforts as a member of a single sovereign nation - such as the UK - whose government wants to involuntarily enrol them in the «Carbon reduction club» of gullible - mostly western - nations, will bring vast costs and impositions but with no measurable benefits to those members ever.

Reductions in America's GHG emissions which might achieve a measurable slowdown in the rate of rise of the Keeling Curve are not currently a part of the President's climate action plan.

Further, the parties will decide the mechanisms by which countries can meet those targets, including whether REDD will be incentivized through market - based incentives, or if REDD activities will be accomplished through a fund that rewards countries for measurable, reportable and verifiable reductions in emissions from forestry.

Whatever is not accomplished domestically, the EU would need to fulfill internationally, by way of reductions in other countries that are «supported and enabled by technology, financing and capacity - building, in a measurable, reportable and verifiable manner.»

To be effective, the successor to the Clean Development Mechanism must guarantee real, measurable and long - term benefits both in terms of emission reductions and...

A top performer in the July 2009 David Suzuki Foundation and Pembina Institute report on Purchasing Carbon Offsets: A Guide for Canadian Consumers, Businesses, and Organizations, Carbonzero has led the way in setting the industry standards for measurable and verified emissions reduction offsets in Canada.

It focuses on UNISDR's work with partners to deliver results and measures achievement against the strategic objectives for these two years, including 1) disaster risk reduction accepted and applied for climate change adaptation; 2) measurable increases in investment in disaster risk reduction; 3) disaster - resilient cities, schools and hospitals; and 4) strengthened international system for disaster risk reduction.

«By serving less meat and more plant - based meals in their hospitals, schools, correctional facilities, and office buildings, local governments are realizing measurable greenhouse gas reductions, health benefits and cost savings.

-- The Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of USAID, shall promulgate regulations establishing standards to ensure that supplemental emissions reductions achieved through supported activities are additional, measurable, verifiable, permanent, and monitored, and account for leakage and uncertainty.

Reductions in emissions of black carbon since the late 1980s, mostly from diesel engines as a result of air quality programs, have resulted in a measurable reduction of concentrations of global warming pollutants in the atmosphere, according to a first - of - its - kind study — which Berkeley Lab participated in — examining the impact of black carbon on California's climate.