Why: With nearly 12,000 MW of installed wind energy capacity and more wind farms coming online in the coming years, responsible and
sustainable operations of wind farms has emerged as a critical topic for Canadian wind energy stakeholders.
This novel technology is also highly suitable for confined spaces such as bomb shelters or bunkers, where removing moisture from the air is critical for human comfort, as well as for
sustainable operation of delicate equipment in areas such as field hospitals, armoured personnel carriers, and operation decks of navy ships as well as aircrafts,» explained Assoc Prof Chua.
Draft policy recommendations and provide accurate information to the President and College community in order to promote and ensure conservation of resources, energy efficiency, waste reduction and recycling, emissions reduction, reliance on renewable energy sources and resources, healthy and safe environmental practices, and
the sustainable operation of the College.
Not exact matches
This means attention must be given to the importance on the service delivery thereby increasing the number
of jobs for vendors, smarter use
of technology for automation and analytics so as to make the
operations and in - turn overhead expenses leaner thereby building a
sustainable solution for both the customers and service providers.
«With the financial support provided by Siva along with the strong base in the Dandaragan
operations, the resulting quality
of our extra virgin olive oil, the establishment
of relationships with key bulk buyers, and the expansion
of infrastructure and operating capacity, the Olea Australis Group intends to achieve its goal
of an on going
sustainable business that is a long - term participant in the continued growth
of extra virgin olive oil in Australia and throughout the world.»
Exxon has argued against all the other shareholder proposals as well, including a «policy to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity»; a policy articulating Exxon's «respect for and commitment to the human right to water»; «a report discussing possible long term risks to the company's finances and
operations posed by the environmental, social and economic challenges associated with the oil sands»; a report
of «known and potential environmental impacts» and «policy options» to address the impacts
of the company's «fracturing
operations»; a report
of recommendations on how Exxon can become an «environmentally
sustainable energy company»; and adoption
of «quantitative goals... for reducing total greenhouse gas emissions.»
The push to go green has become mainstream, and many businesses are making
sustainable practices part
of their
operations plan.
Due to limited revenue or high costs, most
of these small - scale
operations are not
sustainable in the long term without additional funding from venture capitalists.
Munster concludes, «The faster Tesla reaches economies
of scale in its existing businesses, the sooner we could see Tesla tackle these important issues, extend its
operations to their fullest potential and, most importantly, further accelerate the transition to
sustainable energy.»
Some
of the best changes are those that are
operations - based because they can help you improve your business finances on a larger, more
sustainable, scale.
Talison Lithium is committed to pursuing
sustainable development in all aspects
of its
operations to ensure, wherever possible, that the Company can meet demand for lithium products without compromising the needs
of future generations.
The models track the strategies
of successful investors such as Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch and Benjamin Graham, who made their fortunes investing in strong companies with
sustainable operations.
How can business best make use
of all this information and the internet
of things to make their
operations more efficient and
sustainable?
The company layers
sustainable practices into its
operations, reducing water consumption by establishing best practices such as weekly system inspections to identify and repair leaks, using dry lubrication conveyor bels, and air - rinsers instead
of water to rinse containers prior to filling.
Aside from the
sustainable aspects
of their
operations, Limoneira and similar growers must adhere to the strictest traceability standards as set by foodservice and retail buyers throughout the United States and around the world.
Idylwilde Farms sources all
of its poultry from responsible,
sustainable farming
operations that raise chickens and turkeys in a free - range, hormone - free environment.
As a commercial farm, the environmentally
sustainable practices implemented in our dairy
operations have to be balanced with the profitability
of the farm,» commented José Joaquín Campos, general director
of CATIE.
On its decision to sell the brand, Pernod Ricard said that it had been unable to turn Morris Wines into a
sustainable operation «due to the ongoing decline in the consumption
of fortified wines».
As a pioneer Central Coast winery, and one
of its largest, J. Lohr is a prominent example
of the state's long tradition
of sustainable grape - growing and winery
operations.
They're working together to reduce natural resources, cut the energy it takes to produce and deliver their products, and implement
sustainable business practices throughout their
operations (including use
of solar and wind energy to power their facilities and hybrid trucks to deliver their products.)
RSPO certified
sustainable palm oil production is comprised
of legal, economically viable, environmentally appropriate and socially beneficial management and
operations.
Cargill has entered into a supply agreement to provide Unilever's European
operations with 10,000 metric tonnes
of segregated refined palm oil, certified by the Round Table for
Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
Sustainable products are, however, just one
of numerous related activities throughout the company's
operations.
For participants who have self - assessed their
operations against the 227 best management practices in 14 areas from the Code
of Sustainable Winegrowing Self - Assessment Workbook, the 2009 report indicates that a majority
of the 227 practices showed an improvement in average self - assessment scores since the 2004 report.
The California
Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) program has 1,700 wineries and vineyards that have evaluated the sustainability
of their
operations with CSWA's Code
of best practices — representing 70 percent
of California's wine acreage and 65 percent
of the state's wine shipments.
The participants contributed benchmark data measuring the level
of adoption
of sustainable practices in their vineyard and winery
operations.
The third edition Code Workbook is the centerpiece
of the CSWA program and covers a broad range
of sustainable practices used in vineyard and winery
operations.
CSWA has held 550 workshops to provide information and guidance for implementing
sustainable practices attended by nearly 14,000 representatives
of winery and vineyard
operations of all sizes.
Open to all California wineries and vineyards as a voluntary option, CSWA's new program requires applicants to meet 58 prerequisite criteria that are among the 227 best management practices in the Code
of Sustainable Winegrowing Practices Self - Assessment Workbook to be eligible for the program, assess winery and / or vineyard
operations, create and implement an annual action plan and show improvement over time.
To date, over 1,250 growers and / or winemakers have attended the workshops and contributed benchmark data measuring the level
of adoption
of sustainable practices in their vineyard and winery
operations.
The program has broad industry participation with 1,566 vineyard and winery organizations, representing 68 %
of California's vineyard acreage and 63 %
of the state's 240 million case shipments evaluating their
operations with CSWA's Code
of Sustainable Winegrowing Practices workbook.
Identifying
sustainable sources
of growth can be led by businesses applying the concepts presented in this report to their own planning and
operations — proactively seeking new ways
of differentiating and exploring how science and technology can be harnessed to create new offerings in the global marketplace (Figure 10).
The California
Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) Code
of best practices has been used by 1,800 wineries and vineyards to evaluate the sustainability
of their
operations, representing 72 percent
of California's winegrape acreage and 74 percent
of the state's wine shipments.
The NFWF requested the 2008 study to learn the motivations for why California winegrowers use environmentally
sustainable farming practices, the extent to which they use these practices and the impacts
of these practices on their vineyard
operations.
Research shows that a majority
of global consumers, and especially Millennials, support companies that are committed to minimizing environmental impacts and that prioritize
sustainable approaches to operations.2 To share more about its water initiatives, Fetzer Vineyards developed a new page on its website containing facts about agricultural water use and details about the company's water policy support. Visit fetzer.com/water for more on Fetzer Vineyards» water initiatives, including its adoption of BioFiltro's BIDA ® treatment system and its support for water conservation research and advocacy through collaborations with groups like the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) and Ceres» Connect the Drops, both of which were commended for their water policy efforts at the White House Water Summit on Building a Sustainable Water Future in the United States on Marc
sustainable approaches to
operations.2 To share more about its water initiatives, Fetzer Vineyards developed a new page on its website containing facts about agricultural water use and details about the company's water policy support. Visit fetzer.com/water for more on Fetzer Vineyards» water initiatives, including its adoption
of BioFiltro's BIDA ® treatment system and its support for water conservation research and advocacy through collaborations with groups like the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) and Ceres» Connect the Drops, both
of which were commended for their water policy efforts at the White House Water Summit on Building a
Sustainable Water Future in the United States on Marc
Sustainable Water Future in the United States on March 22, 2016.
Provide scientific input and advice for selected Rainforest Alliance programs and initiatives, including the establishment and
operation of sustainability standards, design
of place - based projects in tropical producing countries, and collaborative initiatives to curtail deforestation and promote
sustainable production systems.
The sale
of the EU sugar
operations is intended to achieve in a more focused, less volatile business, and a solid platform to deliver
sustainable long - term growth in Tate & Lyle's speciality food ingredients business, supported by cash generated from its bulk ingredients activities.
This working group is focused on creating and innovating culinary strategies and solutions that increase plant - based food and beverage consumption in foodservice
operations by collaborating with partner companies to operationalize a variety
of sustainable, affordable, scalable, and executable offerings our customers crave.
Fine Meats, Baked Goods Idylwilde Farms sources all
of its poultry from responsible,
sustainable farming
operations that raise chickens and turkeys in a free - range, hormone - free environment.
«It's fantastic to be recognised amongst other industry leaders for advanced technology that enables bulk handling companies to become more environmentally
sustainable by developing and installing practices that reduce the environmental impact
of mining and industrial
operations,» said Mr Michael Bambridge, Managing Director, CST Wastewater Solutions.
With nearly 20 years
of experience in the hospitality industry, Originario will oversee
operations for W San Francisco's acclaimed beverage and food program, including the hotel's signature TRACE restaurant, dedicated to socially responsible food created from locally sourced and
sustainable ingredients, Upstairs Bar & Lounge, a dynamic lounge fuses signature cocktails with vibrant design, and The Living Room Bar, a chic hangout that couples craft cocktails with dynamic décor and electric beats spun by a live DJ.
Participants assess their
operations using a comprehensive California Code
of Sustainable Winegrowing Workbook, interpret their results using customized reports that benchmark their practices relative to statewide and regional averages, attend targeted education workshops to learn about best practices, develop Action Plans on areas they want to improve, implement change, and reassess, beginning the cycle again.
In total, at least 11 per cent
of IFAD expenditure approved since 2013 has been allocated to post-harvest infrastructure and equipment, accompanied by training for farmers, farmer groups and value chain operators on post-harvest techniques and the
operation, maintenance and management
of equipment to ensure
sustainable food loss reduction.
CEUSA is dedicated to cultivating a
sustainable food system through the
operation of farmers» markets and educational programs.
Included in the plan were commitments to
sustainable sourcing, environmentally friendly
operations, and a range
of community initiatives.
In May 2016, Originario joined W San Francisco as Director
of Beverage & Food overseeing
operations for the hotel's signature TRACE restaurant, dedicated to socially responsible food created from locally sourced and
sustainable ingredients, Upstairs Bar & Lounge, a dynamic lounge fuses signature cocktails with vibrant design, and The Living Room Bar, a chic hangout that couples craft cocktails with dynamic décor and electric beats spun by a live DJ.
Just a few
of the chef's area partners include Sapidus Farms, the one - man
sustainable oyster harvesting
operation led by Michael Manyak; Goot Essa, the Amish dairy farm that cave - ages its cheese; and Prosperity Acres, the female - owned farm humanely raising goats.
Maui Nui Venison, a
sustainable operation based in Hawaii, harvests wild Axis Deer on the islands
of Maui and Moloka'i to keep the invasive species populations under control, and through partners like Nicky USA, provides this truly wild protein to consumers.
Research shows that a majority
of global consumers, and especially Millennials, support companies that are committed to minimizing environmental impacts and that prioritize
sustainable approaches to
operations.2 To share more about its water initiatives, Fetzer Vineyards developed a new page on its website containing facts about agricultural water use and details about the company's water policy support.
While this is partially explained by football's broadcasting boom, the internationalisation
of the clubs» commercial
operations, their investment into privately - owned and modern facilities, and overall more
sustainable management practices, are also key reasons for this growth,» Andrea Sartori, KPMG's global head
of sports and the report's author, was quoted as saying by BBC.