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Xcel Energy pays tribute to area linemen

2016-04-18 06:59:19| Energy - Topix.net

Many dedicated people in dozens of work areas are responsible for ensuring our region enjoys dependable and affordable electric service, but when a storm breaks and the power goes out, all eyes are on the electric linemen who brave the elements 24 hours a day to keep power flowing to our homes and businesses. In gratitude for the excellent work linemen perform, several communities in Xcel Energy's Texas-New Mexico service area are planning proclamations honoring local Xcel Energy linemen in advance of National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18, a day set aside by the U.S. Senate in 2013 to shine a spotlight on U.S. electric linemen.

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Gothenberg area experiences better air-quality after exercising IMOs sulphur directive

2016-04-18 01:00:00| Ship Technology

The new sulphur directive imposed by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) for shipping in the English Channel, North Sea and the Baltic Sea has resulted in a significant improvement in air quality in Gothenburg, Sweden.

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Hawaiian leaders seek expansion of marine conservation area

2016-04-16 03:36:18| Airlines - Topix.net

A group of Native Hawaiian leaders have urged President Barack Obama to expand what's already one of the largest marine conservation areas in the world. But the president of the Hawaii Longline Association said Friday the lobbying effort is using Hawaiian culture as an excuse to close off more waters to fishermen.

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