Sentences with phrase «quality offset by»

Strand achieves his very own tone — an ominous quality offset by dark humor — and he sustains it from start to finish.

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«If there are any negative effects of low rates on net interest income in the future, they should be largely offset by the positive effects of monetary stimulus on the other main components of profitability, such as the quality of loans and therefore on loan - loss provisions,» Draghi added.

He believed he had the talent to create crowns of superior quality — superior enough that sales of the new, more expensive products would offset any decrease in volume caused by defecting dentists.

Yields available on high - quality securities continue to remain low but are somewhat offset by increases in average investment balances.

«These prices were supported by strong demand for quality dairy ingredients in emerging markets across a number of Asian economies, as well as Brazil and China, offsetting economic uncertainty in Europe,» he added.

Add more values to your brand by putting your gifts or promotional productions into these PET and PP boxes with high quality offset printing, or lovely heatr seal PVC and EVA bags with zippers, or even the functional PVC tubes.

It also makes «high quality professional development» eligible for state aid if offset by savings in instructional materials through adoption of free online curriculum resources.

«In an earlier phase I clinical study, our group has shown that increasing the dose of radiation delivered daily with high precision and using image guidance may offset the need for chemotherapy in improving survival, and it may also improve quality of life measures by reducing treatment periods in half.

He is nicely offset by a lovely performance from Paul Bettany as a man whose exterior warmth and avuncular qualities perhaps belie an unseen darkness inside.

Sure, there are times when the twists and turns may have you scratching your head for a moment but they're easily offset by the quality of the writing and the performances.

The final budget bill cut state K - 12 spending by nearly $ 800 million, over7 percent — the largest amount in Wisconsin's history — and limited local governments» abilities to make up for these cuts through property taxes.14 That same year, Gov. Walker passed major tax cuts primarily targeted toward corporations and the wealthy that totaled $ 2.33 billion over 10 years.15 Gov. Walker and Act 10 proponents argued that the bill's reforms would allow schools to offset these cuts by reducing teachers» benefits and hiring lower - paid teachers, preventing budget cuts from affecting students.16 Gov. Walker also argued that eliminating requirements to bargain over salary structures, hiring, and working conditions would give schools additional flexibility needed to attract and retain higher - quality teachers.17

The color scheme in my test car was appealing, with a high - quality, creamy beige leather and dark brown dash motif that was attractive, but that appeal was offset by cheap - feeling plastics on the center console and doors.

Sure, it's still huge fun to drive, and key Mini elements like the smooth gearchange and the sound build quality are all intact, but here they're offset by a hectic and occasionally unpredictable personality.

But it's offset by sub-par ergonomics, poor material quality, and at time a choppy ride.

Throughout the cabin you'll find decent quality soft touch materials — offset by cheap - looking silver painted plastics.

Inside, the ruggedness is offset by a nearly luxurious interior with smartly laid - out buttons, quality materials and plentiful features.

He added that any subprime failures would be offset by the quality of most American borrowers being «unusually high.»

Of course, much is down to personal preference, if your pooch is doing well with no health issues on a cheaper brand that's great, but sometimes the extra money spend on good quality kibble can be offset by reduced vet's bills.

That high quality is unfortunately offset by a story that stays linear until the midway point.

Revenue was supposed to be lower this half year as some titles were delayed in order to improve quality, this was offset by royalties from collaboration titles and due to the ever expanding digital download segment which helped increase profitability for the six month period.

The resulting panels have a warm sentimental quality, while being offset by their metallic reflective surfaces.

Their fantastic quality is offset by the sense they give us that we've already seen them, or something like them, in the world beyond the painting.

As the carbon offsetting is guaranteed by retiring high quality VCS credits, this Peru tree planting project will also meet BSi's PAS 2060 guidance on carbon neutrality, therefore assuring your carbon neutral claims.

Furthermore, by buying unverified offsets, you will be diverting funds from genuine, high - quality projects that could deliver real, verified carbon savings.

«The ACR team is proud to be recognized by ICROA for the environmental integrity of our standard and the quality of ACR - registered offset projects.

Every year we calculate our Business's own carbon footprint and offset our emissions by helping to finance high quality projects in developing countries to achieve carbon neutrality.

If not, you'll need to look toward socially progressive and higher impact offsets that simultaneously reduce carbon emissions and improve the quality of life of people who are most threatened by the impacts of climate change.

We're pleased to report that new offset projects are already in the development pipeline utilizing the four new voluntary carbon offset methodologies approved by ACR in 2012 including a first - of - akind methodology for emissions reductions from Restoration of Degraded Deltaic Wetlands, a rigorous and pragmatic methodology for Reduced Use of Fertilizer on Agricultural Crops, a ground - breaking methodology for Truck Stop Electrification that offers air quality co-benefits, and long - awaited REDD methodology modules.

The hotel brand Radisson Blu launches its Blue Planet for Meetings program: By the end of the year, meetings in all Radisson Blu hotels worldwide will be made carbon - neutral using offsets from high - quality climate protection projects in Latin America, Africa, and India.

«By choosing to offset carbon emissions using high - quality Gold - Standard projects, Carlson Rezidor also contributes to the generation of multiple co-benefits in the project regions that support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.»

Your company is considered carbon neutral when these unavoidable emissions are offset by purchasing an equivalent volume of carbon offset credits from high - quality emissions reductions projects.

As the carbon offsetting is guaranteed by retiring high quality VCS credits, this Kenyan tree planting project will meet BSi's PAS 2060 guidance on carbon neutrality, therefore assuring your carbon neutral claims.

Nabob Coffee Co. has committed to reducing the the environmental impact of their 2012 Nabob Coffee Truck Tour by working with Carbonzero to establish a carbon footprint for the travel involved, and by purchasing high quality carbon offsets.

The carbon offsets acquired by Santa Margherita to compensate for non-eliminable carbon dioxide emissions, which means essentially transport and distribution, focus on the quality of life and the reduction of emissions in Canada through three strategic interventions:

Making meetings carbon - neutral The hotel brand Radisson Blu is launching its Blue Planet for Meetings program; by the end of the year, meetings in all Radisson Blu hotels worldwide will be made carbon - neutral using offsets from high - quality climate protection

By purchasing Improved Forest Management Carbon Offsets you can balance your unavoidable household carbon footprint while supporting sustainable forest management practices that improve water quality and habitat for wildlife.

BRDI's estimate assumes that the total area allocated to USDA's Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) remains constant at about 33 million acres but allows about 3 million acres of the CRP land on high - quality soils in the Midwest to be offset by new CRP additions in other regions.

The Reserve has been retained by the Government of Ontario to develop up to 13 protocols to facilitate the creation of high quality offsets for use in the GHG programs that have been or may be implemented in Ontario, Québec, and potentially other provinces.

By partnering with close to 500 landowners on over 120,000 acres to date to reforest their degraded lands, GreenTrees has enhanced wildlife habitat, improved water and soil quality and delivered local economic development benefits in addition to generating over 2.5 million tonnes of verified carbon offsets for partners including Norfolk Southern, Duke Energy, United Airlines, Arbor Day Foundation, Blue Mountain Brewery and Skyway Air Taxi, among others.

The hotel brand Radisson Blu is launching its Blue Planet for Meetings program; by the end of the year, meetings in all Radisson Blu hotels worldwide will be made carbon - neutral using offsets from high - quality climate protection projects in Latin America, Africa, and India.

Thus, while high billable hours will achieve high marks in one category, the high level of success could easily be offset by the quality of hours billed.

Small differences in index numbers could be offset by other policy features, or differences in the quality of service you may expect from the company or its agent.

This difference in the amount received from a pension based on who the benefit is attached to can often be offset by a quality term or whole life insurance policy, but not always.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

While it does mean that using leverage will be a little bit more expensive for investors, it will be offset by more renters in the market, rising monthly rents, and less competition for purchasing quality properties in strong markets.

Continuing the superb quality of this set, the Canterbury Chair is a premium, hand upholstered dining chair which is stylishly offset by stainless steel studding and corresponding button detailing and suitably supported by a solid wooden frame.

Made to last, the robust quality of this coffee table is evident in the materials used, with a solid hardwood body, beautifully offset by a hardwood herringbone parquet top, which has a washed and brushed finish to reveal the wood's natural features.