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Redundancy is the first line of defense during power grid cyberattacks

CK Power

In fact, former secretary of defense Leon Panetta was widely criticized for a 2012 speech that forecasted the fallout of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure — from derailed trains to paralyzed financial institutions, water contamination to electrical blackouts. Maintenance plans. Learn more about our custom power solutions.

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SK Siltron Investing $302M In Michigan Semiconductor Wafer Plant

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The new semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D operation will help meet the demand for electric vehicle components and is supported by a $1.5 The company plans to expand its Michigan operations to increase production of these wafers, which can be used in power system components for electric vehicles.

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Insurance for Electricians: What It Covers & Why You May Need It

Levelset

This type of damage may leave electrical contractors unable to foot the bill. Thus, a strong insurance plan helps you rest easier both on and off the job. Why can an electrical contractor use insurance? Why can an electrical contractor use insurance? You also need to plan for more common occurrences.

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Facility programming: The driving force behind healthcare design

The Korte Company

The ways these spaces are planned and built are directly tied to the functions they perform. Not every designer has the skills and experience necessary to help leadership teams navigate the healthcare construction planning process. Moving from master plan to building program. Department of Defense.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Ontario Unveils Plans To Achieve An Energy Balance

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Ontario’s updated Long-Term Energy Plan (LTEP), Achieving Balance, reflects input from thousands of Ontarians and looks at a ramp-up in renewable energy and pullback in nuclear. The plan encourages conservation and provides the clean, reliable and affordable energy Ontario will need now and into the future.

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ASHRAE 189.1 - 2014 Green Building Standard Is Now Available

Green Building Law Update

Requirements for stormwater management are enhanced, and new requirements added for bicycle parking and for preferred parking for low-emission, hybrid and electric vehicles. New requirements are added for multiple-attribute product declaration or certification and for maximum mercury content levels of certain types of electric lamps.

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Pimp My Marketing: Profitable Integrated Marketing Plan

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HVAC Marketing, Plumbing marketing, Electrical contractor marketing can be tough. Thats why weve assembled the best plumbing, electrical and hvac marketing strategies onto one site. Pimp My Marketing: Profitable Integrated Marketing Plan. Maybe this is the business owners curse or blessing as we defensively view it.