Solar: Uncertain future?
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In the U.S., a new solar project was installed every three minutes in 2014, and jobs in the solar industry rose from 15,000 employees in 2005 to nearly 174,000 today.
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Richmond entrepreneur encourages women business owners to combine business, social responsibility
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“There’s a growing movement here in Richmond and elsewhere that’s redefining success in business – it’s more than being the best in the world, it’s about being the best for the world and you can join in by becoming a Certified B Corporation,” TMI Consulting CEO Tiffany Jana told entrepreneurs on Thursday, March 5, at the 2015 Enterprising Women of Excellence Awards from Richmond chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners.
Randy Forbes: Did you know these things were produced in Virginia’s Fourth District?
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Right here in Virginia’s Fourth District, there are companies on the front lines positioning our nation to compete in an increasingly global society.
Many Americans respect science but are leery of GMOs
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Recently released study findings indicate Americans recognize and respect the achievements of science but take issue with scientific findings related to specific topics.
Richmond tops UMass for fifth win in a row
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The Richmond Spiders took a 16-13 lead with 10 minutes remaining in the first half and never trailed again en route to a 56-53 win at UMass.
Sour grapes in Wine Country: Intense challenges to wineries erupt
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Many grape-growers and smaller wineries continue to follow regulations and not over-build. They are a credit to agricultural and rural communities.
Local governments in Shenandoah Valley target hidden sources of water pollution
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Through a project funded by the Virginia Environmental Endowment, several local governments in the Shenandoah Valley have been improving their capabilities to detect and eliminate sources of water pollution that are hidden from view, known as illicit discharges, which research suggests can contribute significantly to impairments of streams and rivers.
Bechtel Corporation to invest $10 million in relocation, expansion, adding 700 jobs in Fairfax County
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Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today that Bechtel Corporation, one of the world’s largest engineering, construction and project management companies, will invest $10 million to relocate its Frederick, Maryland operation to Fairfax County as a result of global restructuring. The project will create 700 new jobs.
Snowshoe Mountain announces lineup for annual Ballhooter Spring Break
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Snowshoe Mountain Resort (www.snowshoemtn.com), the #1 ski resort in the Mid-Atlantic region, announced the full event line-up of its spring break music and college party celebration.
Sen. Tim Kaine co-sponsors bipartisan Sportsmen’s Act
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Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine announced his co-sponsorship of the bipartisan Sportsmen’s Act, which includes a broad array of bipartisan measures to enhance opportunities for hunters, anglers, and outdoor recreation enthusiasts, reauthorize key conservation programs, improve access to public lands, and help boost the outdoor recreation economy.
