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AEP Ohio Proposal on Data Centers to Protect Ohio Consumers Adopted by PUCO
Prnewswire· 2025-07-09 20:36
Core Insights - AEP Ohio has received approval from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) for a ruling that addresses the energy needs of the growing data center industry while ensuring that other customers are not burdened with the associated costs [1][2] Group 1: Ruling Details - The ruling allows AEP Ohio to implement enhanced financial obligations for data centers, requiring them to cover infrastructure costs necessary for their energy demands [2] - Large new data center customers must pay for at least 85% of their subscribed energy usage, regardless of actual consumption, to support infrastructure development [3] - A sliding scale is introduced for small and mid-sized data centers, providing them with more flexibility in meeting these financial obligations [3] Group 2: Implementation and Duration - The financial requirements will be enforced for a period of 12 years, which includes a 4-year ramp-up phase [4] - The ruling also facilitates the end of a moratorium on new data center agreements in Central Ohio, which was previously established to protect the grid and other customers [4] Group 3: Company Background - AEP Ohio serves 1.5 million customers across 61 counties and is a subsidiary of American Electric Power, which operates the largest electric transmission system in the U.S. [5][6] - American Electric Power is investing $43 billion over the next five years to enhance the electric grid's reliability and sustainability, aiming for an 80% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from 2005 levels by 2030 [6]
Allbirds Announces New Distributor Agreements Across the Eurasian Corridor
Globenewswire· 2025-07-09 20:05
Core Insights - Allbirds, Inc. has signed three new distribution agreements in Eurasia, expanding its global distribution network to 16 companies [1][5] Group 1: Distribution Agreements - Beosport will serve as the exclusive distributor for Allbirds in the Balkans starting January 2026 [5] - 911 Fashion will become the exclusive distributor in Israel effective October 2025 [5] - Tradist Distribution will be the exclusive distributor in Turkiye and Central Asia from July 2025 [5] Group 2: Strategic Approach - The transition to a distributor model in international markets has been successful, enhancing brand reach and profitability [2] - The partnerships with distributors are aimed at aligning with companies that share a commitment to sustainability and innovation [2][3][4] Group 3: Distributor Profiles - Beosport, based in Serbia, specializes in premium sportswear and has a strong retail network in Southeast Europe [2] - 911 Fashion, based in Tel Aviv, focuses on ethical and sustainable fashion brands, operating 35 retail locations [3] - Tradist Distribution, headquartered in Istanbul, emphasizes brand-building and omni-channel growth across Turkiye and Central Asia [4] Group 4: Company Overview - Allbirds is a modern lifestyle footwear brand founded in 2015, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovative materials [6]
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Forbes· 2025-07-09 18:40
Industry Overview - The report likely discusses the most profitable sports teams globally in 2025 [1] Potential Analysis Areas (Inferred) - Revenue generation strategies of top sports teams - Factors contributing to profitability in the sports industry - Market trends and financial performance of leading sports organizations
The Amazon Rainforest doesn’t need saving, it needs justice | Antonella Di Ciano | TEDxDuke
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-09 16:44
Environmental Concerns & Amazon's Significance - The Amazon basin, shared by eight countries, spans over 7 million square kilometers, almost the size of Europe, holding rich biodiversity [3][4] - The Amazon produces 20% of the world's oxygen, holds 20% of the world's fresh waters, 60% of tropical forests, and 10% of all animal and plant species [5][6] - The Amazon can absorb over 2 billion tons of CO2 annually, about 5% of global emissions, but deforestation is approaching a tipping point [6][7] - Deforestation has reached 17-20%, with the tipping point at 25%, potentially causing the rainforest to become a savannah-like ecosystem that releases CO2 [7][8] Threats & Environmental Crime - Illegal mining in areas like the Orinino mining arc in Venezuela, covering approximately 112,000 square kilometers (the size of Portugal), leads to environmental and humanitarian crises [13][14] - Environmental crime, including illegal mining, logging, land grabbing, drug trafficking, and human trafficking, is a vast network spanning the Amazon rainforest [17] Solutions & Call to Action - The Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization, comprising eight Amazonian nations, signed the Bellon declaration prioritizing security in the Amazon [21][22] - COP 30, the UN's climate change conference, will take place in the Amazon in Belém, Brazil, providing a platform for global leaders to address the issue [22] - Consumers can support environmentally friendly products with certifications like the Rainforest Alliance [24] - A call to action urges young people to push policymakers to cooperate and address the complex network of environmental crime [25][26]
Inclusione è rivoluzione: la storia di PizzAut | Nico Acampora | TEDxCagliari
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-09 16:35
Company Overview - Pizza Out is a restaurant completely managed by autistic individuals, aiming to promote inclusion [1][7] - The restaurant employs 41 autistic individuals and 5 neurotypical individuals, with the autistic employees humorously referring to the neurotypical employees as the "ethnic minority" [7][8] Social Impact & Inclusion - The project aims to provide meaningful employment opportunities for autistic individuals, challenging societal norms and demonstrating their capabilities [7][18] - The initiative has seen success in helping non-verbal autistic individuals develop communication skills through customer interaction [9][10] - The restaurant's success challenges negative perceptions and low expectations often associated with autism [5][6][11] Business Performance & Recognition - Pizza Out has achieved significant success, serving approximately 350,000% pizzas [12] - The restaurant has received recognition from prominent figures, including chef Alessandro Borghese, and has been featured in national media [17][19] - The restaurant was invited to the UN to cook for delegates, showcasing the capabilities of its autistic employees [15] Societal Issues & Advocacy - In Italy, there are 600,000% autistic individuals, highlighting the prevalence of autism [15] - The speaker criticizes the lack of adequate support and resources for autistic individuals in Italy, particularly within the education system [15][16] - The speaker advocates for a shift from viewing autistic individuals as a social cost to recognizing them as a social resource [18]
Lo que haces con tus derrotas | Gerardo Guardiola | TEDxAnahuacUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-09 16:20
Él es Gerardo Guardiola, egresado de Verértice Norte, estudiante de mercadotecnia estratégica y presidente fesal Anahwak Norte. Él nos dice, "La vida no se mide solo por las victorias, sino por lo que haces con las derrotas. Bienvenido, Gerardo. He sido derrotado innumerables veces y es precisamente en esas derrotas donde he encontrado mis mayores victorias.Muy buenas a todos, yo soy Gerardo Guardiola y el día de hoy les voy a contar mis más grandes derrotas porque ha sido en esos momentos donde me he defin ...
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The Economist· 2025-07-09 16:20
Living Standards - Vienna has lost its crown, indicating a decline in living standards [1] - Instability threatens living standards everywhere, suggesting a global concern [1]
How On Makes Spray-On Sneakers In Minutes
CNBC· 2025-07-09 16:01
What if a running shoe could be made by a spray gun. That's the idea behind LightSpray. A new manufacturing technique created by Swiss sneaker company on at its Zurich headquarters with the help of robots.The top part of the sneaker is made in just three minutes, a fraction of the time it takes to create a traditional running shoe. Swiss Shoe Company on which is backed by Roger Federer. Debuting a new sneaker technology.It's called LightSpray and it is the talk of the town. So a traditional product is usual ...
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Forbes· 2025-07-09 15:50
General Overview - The report likely discusses the most profitable sports teams globally in 2025 [1] Potential Focus Areas (Inferred from Industry Context) - Revenue generation and profitability metrics of top sports teams [1] - Factors contributing to the financial success of these teams, such as sponsorships, broadcasting rights, and merchandise sales [1] - Market trends and dynamics within the sports industry influencing team valuations and profitability [1] - Investment opportunities and potential risks associated with owning or investing in sports teams [1]
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The Economist· 2025-07-09 15:40
Political Analysis - The president's deep involvement with the GOP grants him significant power [1] - Tactically, the president could still pose a liability for his party [1]