State energy panel backs new power plant on ... Nov 13, 2009
The staff members concluded that the proposed plant complies with all the city's regulations and standards, and that it would control pollution in its stacks. The staff recommendation, issued Thursday in an 828-page document, is not a final decision, but opens a series of hearings and testimony on the plant's pluses and minuses. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Avenal power plant recommended by state regulator Nov 11, 2009
In its presiding members proposed decision released today, the two-member committee assigned by the California Energy Commission to review the project determined that the facility, with mitigation measure, will meet all laws, regulations and standards and have no significant environmental impact. The release of the proposed decision triggers the 30-day public comment period. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Trauma leverages the golden hour Oct 20, 2009
However, a site visit from the state in March found Holmes' trauma center to be in compliance with state regulations and standards. The state's report is protected by statute from disclosure. (Florida Today)
Nanotech Protection: Current Safety Equipment May Not Be Adequate Oct 17, 2009
They explain that current regulations and standards testing for protective clothing and equipment are almost devoid of references to nanomaterials specifically. Moreover, although some researchers have concluded that certified respirators offer an appropriate level of protection against nanoparticles, there remain large uncertainties, for example due to the increased potential of leaks at face seal because of the very small size of nanoparticles, a few billionths of a meter. (Science Daily)
Building chiefmay play fireinspector role Oct 15, 2009
The fire inspector will identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties inside the city into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations and standards and explain these measures to property owners or their representative, Clark said. He will also be required to inspect properties that store, handle and use hazardous materials to ensure they are in compliance, among others duties. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Paying to save trees: Last gasp for the forest Sep 25, 2009
Another disadvantage is that different schemes will end up being subject to different rules, regulations and standards, so it will be difficult to compare them. If private-sector investors are to provide capital for REDD schemes, they would much prefer an international trading scheme where credits are fungible across the entire market. (The Economist)
Public Information Notice: IMF Executive Board Concludes 2009 Article IV Consultation with the Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Sep 22, 2009
Directors welcomed the ongoing efforts to further enhance supervisory reporting, on-site supervision techniques, and regulations and standards. Directors agreed that the dinar s peg to the Special Drawing Right (SDR) continues to serve Libya well. (IMF News)
North Country Ford-Mercury Closing Sep 14, 2009
Maybenot wrote on Sep 13, 2009 7:29 PM:" I'm all for buying American and the economic benefit that it presents, but for too long the regulations and standards set on the car industry in america have been terrible. I can understand why one would want to buy a more fuel effiecient vehicle. And for purchasing local, I envy the City of Cameron for their economic development efforts, but still, no one wants to ask Shelby why the City still pushes locations within City Limits on the DeKalb side as... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Motorola Reveals New Eco-Friendly IPTV Set-tops at IBC 2009 Sep 10, 2009
The set-tops surpass the latest required power consumption regulations and standards, which include the US body ENERGY STAR and the EU's Eco-Design Directives for Energy-using Products (EuPs). The Motorola VIP2202E, VIP2262E, VIP1002E, VIP1003 and VIP19xx series set-tops are all compliant with the European Commission's Code of Conduct (CoC) v8. (PR Newswire)
AARP Doesn’t Deliver Sep 4, 2009
It is the best possible care that can be achieved in accordance with government regulations and standards -- the difference between Veterans Administration hospitals or the Indian Health Services Bureau and the private hospital system. On health care reform and rationing, again from H.R. 3200. (Human Events Online)
Comment on this article Sep 4, 2009
Readiness Assessment gives you an easy and effective way to profile the current state or 'maturity' of your organization's processes as expressed by the degree to which they comply with regulations and standards such as NERC and FERC.. Energy companies today need to do more to meet business objectives. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Hearing on Easton housing plan delayed Aug 25, 2009
Among other concerns, the report noted that new stormwater regulations and standards adopted by the state Department of Environmental Protection will have to be incorporated into Mirriones project. Mirrione has only one other 40B project in Easton. (Easton Journal, MA)
* EIA panel orders further probes into MRT projects Jul 30, 2009
While the North-South Line plan was sent to a second-stage EIA process, which has more stringent regulations and standards, the latter was passed on condition the developer redo a land evaluation and establish a soil disposal site. Yesterday was the last time the current EIA panel reviewed cases as a group before the members terms end tomorrow. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Sulfate in Wastewater Streams a Growing Concern for the Energy Sector Jul 20, 2009
Typically these technologies are either not able to treat contaminated water to a level which complies with new regulations and standards that are being imposed on industry, or they bring either environmental or economic disadvantages. For example, membrane systems have been used for treating wastewater streams in a number of industries, including the energy sector. (Energy Pulse, CO)
* THE LIBERTY TIMES EDITORIAL: Pitfalls of opening business to PRC Jul 7, 2009
These regulations also state that Chinese nationals who apply for financing from financial institutions will be subject to the same regulations and standards as Taiwanese citizens. However, they do not permit Chinese investment in select industries, such as display panels, wafers, semiconductors and Chinese herbal medicine. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Licensing process for Avenal power plant nears end Jun 30, 2009
Last Tuesday's public workshop followed the June 2 release of the final staff assessment of the project, which concluded that the project conforms to all laws, regulations and standards and that the plant can be built and operated safely and reliably. The workshop was, however, held in the face of complaints by environmental justice advocates representing concerned residents of Kettleman City and Avenal that the public was not given notice properly at the time of the workshop, making it... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
A convenient drug bust on I-19 Jun 16, 2009
Me wrote on Jun 9, 2009 4:18 PM:" Coincidence or not, the point is that there was a drug bust that will be kept from the streets and from our youth.You say remove the fence and checkpoints, I say if you don't like it and are so "liberal" then get your stuff and go live in Mexico!People, there are laws and regulations for a reason, and we are not in a good time to start changing regulations and standards that have set us apart from other countries. You need to realize that a checkpoint is the... (Nogales International, AZ)
CA Whitepaper: The Role of Security Management in Achieving Continuous Compliance Jun 16, 2009
Log management is fast becoming a necessary function to help meet compliance and data privacy requirements In this webcast we explore the regulations and standards impacting log management requirements. This webcast was done in conjunction with ISSA.. (IntranetJournal)
Nigeria: Ribadu Seeks Expansion of U.S. Crime Laws May 22, 2009
"Without a doubt, the fight against corruption in countries like Nigeria will require strengthening international regulations and standards to enable enforcement on the ground. "Until those receiving the bribes are punished for their actions, the market place for high-stakes elite bribery will continue to thrive," he stated. Ribadu further suggested that Congress could support Nigeria's anti-corruption fight through civil society monitoring programmes, transparency efforts and programmes tilted... (allAfrica.com)
Day4 Energy Reports First-Quarter 2009 Results May 15, 2009
The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based on assumptions, which include, but are not limited to, our successful implementation of outsource manufacturing with Jabil; our ability to obtain an adequate spread between our module average selling price and cost of raw materials, including PV cells; achieving increased PV cell and PV module efficiencies; expanding our existing product line; building the Day4 brand, attracting customers and developing and maintaining... (Canada Newswire)
EA Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results May 6, 2009
Some of the factors which could cause the Companys results to differ materially from its expectations include the following: sales of the Companys titles during fiscal year 2010; the general health of the U.S. and global economy and the related impact on discretionary consumer spending; fluctuations in foreign exchange rates; consumer spending trends; the Companys ability to manage expenses; the competition in the interactive entertainment industry; the effectiveness of the Companys... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Senate Bill Would Create Powerful 'Cybersecurity Czar' Apr 2, 2009
would also create new regulations and standards for private networks related to infrastructure, such as rail, water and power systems. "People say this is a military or intelligence concern, but it's a lot more than that," Rockefeller told the Post. (Fox News)
Man's foray into kuchen sales lands him in hot water with the health department Mar 13, 2009
Hepper concedes that the state and the hundreds of community farmers market associations throughout the state could better educate and enforce these regulations and standards. But he says when the state becomes aware of an unlicensed food service booth, it takes immediate action. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Majesco Entertainment Company Reports First Quarter 2009 Financial Results Mar 12, 2009
Some of the factors which could cause our results to differ materially from our expectations include the following: consumer demand for our products, the availability of an adequate supply of current-generation and next-generation gaming hardware, including but not limited to Nintendo's DS and Wii(TM) platforms; our ability to predict consumer preferences among competing hardware platforms; consumer spending trends; the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game segment; timely... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Entrepreneurs face economic struggles Mar 11, 2009
There are so many regulations and standards to meet that it makes it almost impossible for a dance club to survive in Provo. . (The Daily Universe, UT)
iEnterprises Launches iComply, Lotus Notes Email Archiving and Compliance Software Mar 9, 2009
For SOX Sections 404 and 302, Risk Management, GRC, COSO. Our Web-based, configurable framework enables organizations to cost-effectively adapt to regulations and standards. Computer forensic investigations expert witness and litigation support. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
* Chinas food safety situation still grim: Health Ministry Mar 3, 2009
The law, which was five years in the making, consolidates hundreds of disparate regulations and standards covering Chinas 500,000 food-processing companies. It pays special attention to the issue of food additives that lay at the heart of last years scandal involving infant formula produced by the Sale dairy and other companies. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
China Says Food Safety Still Grim Mar 2, 2009
The law, which was five years in the making, consolidates hundreds of disparate regulations and standards covering China's 500,000 food processing companies. It pays special attention to the issue of food additives that lay at the heart of last year's scandal involving infant formula produced by the Sanlu dairy and other companies. (Time.com)
Honda to Build New R&D Facility to Work Toward Establishment of Bio-Ethanol Production Technology Feb 27, 2009
Tokyo, Feb 26, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that the company has signed an "Agreement concerning regulations and standards for establishing Rlities in Kazusa Akademia Park*" with Chiba prefecture and Investment Promotion Association of Kazusa Akademia Park (chaired by Governor Akiko Domoto of Chiba prefecture) based on its decision to build a new research facility that will enable Honda to work toward the establishment and practical application of bio-ethanol... (JCN Network, Japan)
Namibia: Food Safety in Namibia Considered [analysis] Feb 24, 2009
This shift has brought about new challenges to cope with international trends in food regulations and standards ... It means, among others, the contribution of the availability of a wider variety of choice of nutritious food; considerations for the consumer's health protection; an increase in foreign currency asset of the exporting countries; the enhancement of food safety systems of exporting countries in the long run; the prevention of food losses and contribution to food security; the... (allAfrica.com)
No time for recriminations Feb 13, 2009
Chris Pearce, The Shadow Minister for everything to do with insurance last week called for a national set of building regulations and standards because of the weather events that damage Australia so badly. Mr Pearce, Shadow Minister for Financial Services, Superannuation and Corporate Law, told the Insurance Council of Australia Regulatory Update seminar that 19 of the 20 most significant losses in Australia since the 1960s had been because of the weather. (Business Spectator)
RSI Board announces record year Feb 12, 2009
Our highly qualified staff, with decades of combined experience, has assisted thousands of companies in complying with OSHA/FCC and other industry regulations and standards. RSI has formulated technical reports and safety plans for virtually every type of organization, from small companies to multi-national corporations, utility groups, site management, Cell/PCS, along with government entities. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
