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Can solar energy compete with fossil fuels?
Stefanie Heerwig Natural ResourcesAccording to the Edison Electric Institute, such utility-sized solar plants will soon appear across the United States with 232 under construction, in testing or to be granted with permits. One question, however, remains: Can solar compete with fossil fuels in terms of price?
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Is your mobile workforce exposing you to unseen risks?
Paul Starkman Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementBring-your-own-device to work has fast become a popular trend. But it has become clear that BYOD also comes with many business risks that require further review, evaluation and action to reduce growing concerns with security, compliance and privacy issues.
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Preventing the hazards of aboveground storage tanks
Heather Rhoades EngineeringAboveground storage tanks are generally used in locations where installing underground tanks is not practical. Despite their many uses, ASTs can prove to be a hazard if they are not installed and maintained as required.
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Employee assistance programs offer help to veterans with PTSD
Joy Burgess Civil & GovernmentWith the growing number of veterans in the workplace, many employers have employee assistance programs in place that offer help to veterans, specifically to those dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, other mental health problems and reintegration issues.
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In California, a warning sign for future helicopter regulation
Mark Huber Transportation Technology & AutomotiveCalifornia has long led the nation in many public policy trends, from mandating lower-emission automobiles to property tax reform. So when something new happens there, it pays for everyone — not just those who live there — to take note.
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5 tricks to make income tax time less painful
Karen Childress Civil & GovernmentWho, aside from maybe accountants, looks forward to April 15 each year? No one. But since paying income taxes each year isn't optional, just do it and get it over with. Here are five ways to make paying taxes a little less painful.
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A growing problem: Stray current and light rail
Sasha Viasasha EngineeringAs U.S. cities expand rapidly, light rail transit (LRT) projects are beginning to develop all around the country. At the same time, the problem of stray current from LRT lines is becoming a serious concern as people and transit systems vie for control of valuable downtown real estate.
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The costly impact of workplace violence
Tracy Stevens Civil & GovernmentViolence in the workplace has a significant impact on an organization, its employees and its customers. The effect can be very costly to a company through absenteeism, job performance, employee replacement and training. Health insurance premiums may also increase, and the company may incur serious legal costs.
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US natural gas exports revisited: A real debate emerges
Lucy Wallwork Natural ResourcesI have summarized both sides of the debate previously on whether the U.S. should start exporting its natural gas internationally. Now on the back of a Senate hearing in January, the debate over the wisdom of a continued ban on U.S. oil and gas exports has intensified.
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As costs soar, officials wonder if Sochi is ready to host Olympics
Suzanne Mason Civil & GovernmentThe Winter Olympics are less than a week away, but the preparation in Sochi, Russia, has been seven years in the making. When the Russian city was awarded the Olympics back in 2007, officials estimated the cost would be $12 billion. But Sochi has spent $51 billion, topping the $40 million China spent on the 2008 Summer Olympics. Despite the jump in the cost, is Sochi ready to host the Olympics?
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