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IT giants target barriers to internet of things

Green Bang

Some of the world’s biggest technology companies have come together to “break down the barriers” standing in the way of the internet of things. The founding members of the new Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) include AT&T, Cisco, GE, IBM and Intel. The open membership organization will focus on eliminating “technology silos to support better access to big data with improved integration of the physical and digital worlds,” according to an announcement from IB

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Fighting Big Coal––Washington Judge Allows Novel Clean Water Act Citizens’ Suit to Proceed

Vermont Law

Summary: . Recently, federal courts in Washington State ruled in favor of environmental organizations and allowed a novel citizens’ suit against the Railroad to proceed on the merits for coal dust emissions from trains into state waterways. If proven, this would constitute violations of the federal Clean Water Act. _. By Kelly Nokes. A Washington Federal District Court Judge has cleared the way for a novel citizen suit to proceed to protect communities and waterways across the Pacific Northwes

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IEEE ‘brain trust’ to help cities smarten up

Green Bang

The IEEE professional organization aims to make its “ brain trust” of technology experts available to city leaders who want to develop smarter, more sustainable communities. The IEEE’s Smart Cities Initiative aims to work with 10 cities in both developed and developing countries between now and 2016. “Designing successful and sustainable smart cities requires careful planning about citizens’ energy, water, transportation, communications and public health and safety,

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IT giants target barriers to internet of things

Green Bang

Some of the world’s biggest technology companies have come together to “break down the barriers” standing in the way of the internet of things. The founding members of the new Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) include AT&T, Cisco, GE, IBM and Intel. The open membership organization will focus on eliminating “technology silos to support better access to big data with improved integration of the physical and digital worlds,” according to an announcement from IB

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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IEEE ‘brain trust’ to help cities smarten up

Green Bang

The IEEE professional organization aims to make its “ brain trust” of technology experts available to city leaders who want to develop smarter, more sustainable communities. The IEEE’s Smart Cities Initiative aims to work with 10 cities in both developed and developing countries between now and 2016. “Designing successful and sustainable smart cities requires careful planning about citizens’ energy, water, transportation, communications and public health and safety,

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Young UK entrepreneurs get global perspective

Green Bang

Promising new British entrepreneurs will have a chance to hone their business skills through a new volunteer program that links them with startups and companies in developing markets like Bangladesh, Nigeria and Tanzania. The ICS Entrepreneur program expects to see 400 young people participate over the next 18 months. In addition to gaining real-world experience, participants will also qualify for academic credits through Open University. “For anyone determined to be the next James Dyson o

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