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Billy Porter’s New Song ‘Call To Arms’ Will Make You Vote

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:00:00 EDT



He dropped a cover of the track ‘For What It’s Worth.’


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Billy Porter Surprises Nurse Bringing Us All To Tears

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Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 11:10:00 EDT



The ‘Pose’ actor is spreading joy.


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Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus - "Old Town Road"

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Jun 2019 21:50:27 EDT



Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus perform "Old Town Road".


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Kanye Claps Back At Forbes For Labeling Him A Billionaire

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 11:45:00 EDT



He hints at competition with his sis-in-law Kylie Jenner.


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Sen Kamala Harris Intros Bill For COVID-19 Task Force

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Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 15:10:49 EDT



The group brings experts and policy makers together


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Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus - "Old Town Road"

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Jun 2019 21:50:27 EDT



Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus perform "Old Town Road".


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Mike Bloomberg Discusses the Need for Police Accountability

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Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 14:57:32 EST



The presidential candidate talks about police oversight.


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Simone Biles Slams USA Gymnastics Organization Over Birthday Tribute

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 14:00:00 EDT

The gymnast turned 23 years old.


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Simone Biles Is Not Committing To Competing In The Postponed 2020 Olympics

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Published On :: Thu, 2 Apr 2020 12:00:00 EDT

The Games will take place next year.


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Simone Biles Stuns Fans With Crazy Handstand Challenge

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 08:12:00 EDT

The Olympic gymnast showed off her amazing skills.


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Sen Kamala Harris Intros Bill For COVID-19 Task Force

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Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 15:10:49 EDT



The group brings experts and policy makers together


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Ciara Shuts Down the Billboard Music Awards

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Published On :: Sun, 22 May 2016 20:01:00 EDT



Ludacris, DJ Khaled, Keke Palmer and more.


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Peregrine Falcon Released After Rehabilitation

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:30:21 +0000

Milly — a Peregrine Falcon who was found at Spittal Pond — has been released after receiving rehabilitation and care at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. BAMZ Curator Patrick Talbot explained, “Last month, an avid bird watcher and member of the Bermuda Audubon Society, Erich Hetzel, came across a Peregrine Falcon on the ground […]

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BILTIR Announces 11% Membership Growth

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 14:10:37 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has announced that membership grew by 11% in 2019. A spokesperson said, “The number of companies joining BILTIR, which represents the island’s long-term insurers and reinsurers who provide life and annuity products such as pensions, grew from 55 to 61 this year. “Five reinsurance companies – Fortitude […]

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Apply For BILTIR Summer Intern Programme

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Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 11:42:47 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] is inviting local students to apply for a 10 week summer internship with a member company. BILTIR, which represents the island’s long-term insurers and reinsurers who provide life and annuity products, hopes the internship programme “will create a pipeline of local life insurance professionals, and that eventually […]

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BILTIR, BDA To Showcase Bermuda In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:41:46 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] are hosting a lounge at one of the world’s leading life re/insurance conferences to showcase the island’s expertise in the sector. BILTIR – which represents 61 long-term insurance, reinsurance and servicing companies who provide life and annuity products – and […]

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BILTIR Board Cancels 2020 Conference

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:39:43 +0000

The Board of the Bermuda International Long Term Insurers & Reinsurers [BILTIR] has canceled the 2020 Bermuda International Life & Annity Conference due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Board of the Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers has made the very difficult decision to cancel its 2020 Bermuda International Life […]

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Sex Offender Management Bill Tabled In Senate

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Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:38:26 +0000

A Bill which seeks to “enhance the effective oversight and management of sex offenders” and “establish a sex offender register” was tabled in the Senate on Friday [Nov 9]. The Bill — officially titled the ‘Criminal Code [Sex Offender Management] Amendment Act 2018′ — “seeks to amend the Criminal Code Act 1907 to enhance the […]

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Loggerhead Turtle Released After Rehabilitation

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Jul 2017 19:19:32 +0000

A loggerhead turtle named ‘Chad’ — who was found entangled in cargo netting last October — was released into the waters off our coast last week after a lengthy rehabilitation at Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo [BAMZ]. “Divers from Blue Water Divers found Chad floating in Ely’s Harbour in October of last year. Chad was […]

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Video & Photos: Turtle Successfully Rehabilitated

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Published On :: Fri, 09 Feb 2018 00:28:45 +0000

A sea turtle that was accidentally caught by a young girl has been successfully rehabilitated following surgery to remove a fishing hook, with a group gathering today [Feb 8] at the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo [BAMZ] to make the announcement, while also educating the public on how injured sea turtles should be handled. The group […]

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Video: Bridget The Sea Turtle’s Rehabilitation

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Published On :: Sat, 19 May 2018 12:00:24 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority has released a video highlighting the successful rehabilitation of a sea turtle named ‘Bridget’, with the video also providing tips on how to help if you find an injured turtle. BTA Director of Public & Stakeholder Glenn Jones said “At the Bermuda Tourism Authority we are constantly contemplating the delicate balance […]

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Ed Appoints Kelley As Liability Division Head

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Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:46:01 +0000

Ed, the global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty broker, announced the appointment of Colin Kelley as Head of Ed’s new Liability Division in Bermuda. Effective immediately, Mr Kelley will lead the professional lines, casualty and healthcare teams. Mr Kelley brings more than 16 years of both underwriting and broking experience to the business. He joins from […]

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BILTIR Appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:54:52 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has appointed Natasha Scotland Courcy to its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Scotland Courcy is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Athene Life Re Ltd., a leading global life reinsurer established in 2009. “In addition to her supervisory role over the […]

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BELCO Office Hours, Bill Deferment Programme

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 13:28:42 +0000

BELCO announced that its head office on Serpentine Road will be open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3.00pm for bill payments, and their bill deferment programme is still in effect. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced that its head office at 27 Serpentine Road will be open Monday to Friday […]

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Norwegian Cruise Line Secures Over $2 Billion

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 21:23:44 +0000

Norwegian Cruise Line — which is one of the major cruise lines that serves the island — announced that it secured over $2 billion of additional liquidity, which “will strengthen the company’s financial position amid the Covid-19 pandemic.” The NCLH website said, “Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. today announced it successfully secured over $2 billion […]

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Museum Displaying Bill Ming’s ‘Family Circle’

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Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:58 +0000

The’Family Circle’ artwork by renowned Bermudian artist Bill Ming has a new home at the National Museum of Bermuda for the next six months A spokesperson said, “Family Circle by renowned Bermudian artist Bill Ming has a new home for the next six months at the National Museum of Bermuda. “On loan from the Corporation of […]

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Budget: Bill To Change 60/40 Ownership Rule

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Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 23:59:04 +0000

“We will introduce a bill that will reduce the required ownership of a local company from 60% Bermudian to 40% Bermudian, “Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said as he delivered the 2020 Budget in the House of Assembly today. The Budget report said, “We have also made progress in reducing regulations and red tape to […]

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Covid-19: Bill To Allow Power To Close Locations

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:11:47 +0000

A Bill to provide power for the Minister of Health to prevent the threatened spread of a communicable disease by “closing schools, cinemas, churches, hotels or other places of public resort” was tabled in the House Of Assembly today. The Bill’s Explanatory Memorandum states, “This Bill seeks to amend the Public Health Act 1949 to […]

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Bermuda Cricket Social Media & Mobile Graphics

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Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:39:15 +0000

As Bermuda’s cricket team is taking part in the prestigious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Dubai you can show your support to the players by using these social media cover graphics in order to liven up your profile. Many of the graphics also come in sizes suitable for Twitter and mobile phone wallpaper […]

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Collie Buddz #1 On Billboard Reggae Album Chart

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 20:00:43 +0000

The latest album from Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz – titled Hybrid – is ranked number one on the Billboard Reggae Album chart for the week of December 14, 2019. The album — which also topped the charts back in June 2019 – has proved popular, having remained on the Billboard chart for the past 17 weeks. Screenshot […]

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Court: Board To Review Eligibility For Release

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Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:01:07 +0000

The Parole Board has been “directed to convene a hearing within 14 days of the date of this judgment” for the purpose of reviewing Dennis Robinson’s “eligibility for release on licence.” This is according to a ruling from the Supreme Court in relation to an application for Judicial Review against a “decision to recall prisoner […]

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Court: Two Tourists Fined For Not Paying Bill

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Published On :: Sat, 28 Dec 2019 21:33:18 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Two American women were fined after pleading guilty to not paying a restaurant bill. Samantha Salafia, 25, and Kelly Yawgel, 25, ate at the Huckleberry restaurant at the Rosedon Hotel, then left without paying the $198. Police later arrested them at the Hamilton Princess after a manager followed them across the street. […]

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Land Rover BAR Bermuda Sustainability Report

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Published On :: Thu, 21 Dec 2017 14:02:46 +0000

Six months after returning to the UK from Bermuda – where the team were based for the 35th America’s Cup – Land Rover BAR are now sharing their learnings and achievements in the Bermuda Sustainability Report, saying that “large sporting events present a unique opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and a positive impact in […]

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Covéa Set To Buy PartnerRe In $9 Billion Deal

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:15:44 +0000

EXOR has entered into an MoU with French insurer Covéa in which they will acquire Bermuda-based reinsurer PartnerRe for a “total cash consideration of $9.0 billion plus a cash dividend of $50 million. The company said, “EXOR, one of Europe’s largest, diversified family-controlled holding companies, announces that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding […]

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Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 05:17:11 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Conference Proceedings on the Web 23: Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports is a compilation of the presentations and a summary of the ensuing discussions at May 7-8, 2018, forum in Washington, D.C. The meeting brought together individuals from airports, airlines, academia, consulting, local and regional government, general sustainability professionals, and others. The forum included sessions on social sustainability, economic sustainability, key...


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Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 05:17:11 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Conference Proceedings on the Web 23: Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports is a compilation of the presentations and a summary of the ensuing discussions at May 7-8, 2018, forum in Washington, D.C. The meeting brought together individuals from airports, airlines, academia, consulting, local and regional government, general sustainability professionals, and others. The forum included sessions on social sustainability, economic sustainability, key...


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Technical Appendix to Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:20:12 GMT

This technical appendix from the TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program, ACRP Web-Only Document 38: Technical Appendix to Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile , supplements ACRP Research Report 204: Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile with more detailed documentation of the research effort, including greater technical detail on the analytical models created for the research and their application.


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Evaluating the Suitability of Roadway Corridors for Use by Monarch Butterflies

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:00:58 GMT

The charismatic and familiar monarch butterfly serves as a flagship species for pollinator conservation, and gives rights-of-way entities opportunities to engage a diverse array of stakeholders who are invested in not only restoring monarch numbers to sustainable levels, but also mitigating many other environmental and economic issues. This pre-publication draft of the TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Research Report 942 Pre-Pub: Evaluating the Suitability of Roadway Corridors fo...


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Highway Capacity Manual, Sixth Edition: A Guide for Multimodal Mobility Analysis

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:54:52 GMT

Now available to order from the TRB Bookstore, the Highway Capacity Manual, Sixth Edition: A Guide for Multimodal Mobility Analysis (HCM) provides methods for quantifying highway capacity. In its current form, it serves as a fundamental reference on concepts, performance measures, and analysis techniques for evaluating the multimodal operation of streets, highways, freeways, and off-street pathways. The Sixth Edition incorporates the latest research on highway capacity, quality of service, Active Traffic...


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Business Models for Mobile Fare Apps

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:55:29 GMT

Five different business models for mobile fare payment apps are examined, as the world of apps used by transit agencies in the United States and Canada continues to steadily grow. The TRB Transit Cooperative Research Program's TCRP Synthesis 148: Business Models for Mobile Fare Apps documents current practices and experiences of transit agencies that offer mobile fare payment applications to transit riders. The report includes case examples from six cities: Santa Monica, Denver, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, ...


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Using GIS for Collaborative Land Use Compatibility Planning Near Airports

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Published On :: Thu, 16 May 2019 06:02:24 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Research Report 200: Using GIS for Collaborative Land Use Compatibility Planning Near Airports offers guidance for using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a collaboration tool to encourage compatible land use around airports. The report is designed to help airport and community planners seeking to work together to protect existing and future airport development as well as maintain safety and improve quality of life for those living and working near ...


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Guidebook on Effective Land Use Compatibility Planning Strategies for General Aviation Airports

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Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:40:58 GMT

Incompatible land uses can threaten the safe utility of airports and expose people living and working nearby to potentially unacceptable levels of noise or safety risk. At the state level, all 50 states have enacted some form of airport zoning legislation since the 1950s. The majority of states (90 percent) have enacted laws mandating or enabling local governments to adopt, administer, and enforce airport zoning regulations. The TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program's ACRP Research Report 206: Guidebo...


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2020 Forum on COVID-19, AVs, and Shared Mobility

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 08:33:55 GMT

The National Academies/TRB Forum on Preparing for Automated Vehicles and Shared Mobility is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, May 13 at 2:00 – 3:30 PM Eastern to focus on the role of AV and Shared mobility in light of COVID-19. The online event is free and open to the public, but registration is required . Speakers include: Effect of COVID-19 on AVs , Annie Chang and Ed Straub of SAE International Effect of COVI19 on Shared Mobility , Susan Shaheen of University of California, Berkeley COVID-19 and New Par...


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2020 Conference on Sustainability and Emerging Transportation Technology - Will not be held as scheduled

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 05:47:16 GMT

TRB has been closely monitoring the evolving situation related to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. The health and safety of our volunteers, sponsors, meeting guests, staff, and the greater community are of utmost importance to us. In light of the current situation, we have decided that the event cannot be held as scheduled. Convened by Transportation Research Board, the Sustainability and Emerging Transportation Technology (SETT) Conference was to be held on August 31 – September 2, 2020, at ...


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2020 Forum on COVID-19, AVs, and Shared Mobility

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 08:33:55 GMT

The National Academies/TRB Forum on Preparing for Automated Vehicles and Shared Mobility is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, May 13 at 2:00 – 3:30 PM Eastern to focus on the role of AV and Shared mobility in light of COVID-19. The online event is free and open to the public, but registration is required . Speakers include: Effect of COVID-19 on AVs , Annie Chang and Ed Straub of SAE International Effect of COVI19 on Shared Mobility , Susan Shaheen of University of California, Berkeley COVID-19 and New Par...


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Guidebook for Incorporating Sustainability into Traditional Airport Projects

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Published On :: Sun, 04 Nov 2012 21:38:38 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Report 80: Guidebook for Incorporating Sustainability into Traditional Airport Projects describes sustainability and its potential benefits, and identifies different applications of sustainable initiatives in traditional airport construction and everyday maintenance projects. The printed version of the report includes a CD-ROM that includes an airport sustainability assessment tool (ASAT) that complements the guidebook and may be used to assist in identif...


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Revolving Funds for Sustainability Projects at Airports

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:55:17 GMT

Airports continually balance demands to improve infrastructure within the realities of available budgets. Green revolving funds (GRFs) offer an alternative approach for investing in projects that generate operational savings. These funds work by tracking verified cost reductions from implemented actions, and then transferring those savings to a reserve that provides capital for future qualified projects such as energy system upgrades. A number of universities have managed GRFs for over a decade. Municipa...


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Using GIS for Collaborative Land Use Compatibility Planning Near Airports

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Published On :: Thu, 16 May 2019 06:02:24 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Research Report 200: Using GIS for Collaborative Land Use Compatibility Planning Near Airports offers guidance for using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a collaboration tool to encourage compatible land use around airports. The report is designed to help airport and community planners seeking to work together to protect existing and future airport development as well as maintain safety and improve quality of life for those living and working near ...


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