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  • MIL-OSI Russia: NSU students took part in the 28th Far Eastern Energy Forum “Oil and Gas of Sakhalin”

    MILES AXLE Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: Novosibirsk State University – Novosibirsk State University – 4th year students with Faculty of Geology and Geophysics, NSU — Polina Anisova, Valeria Belitskaya, Irina Voronina, Arina Goryacheva, Ksenia Gladysheva and Kristina Raiko — took part in the 28th Far Eastern Energy Forum “Sakhalin Oil and Gas”. This major event brought together leading industry experts to discuss current issues of energy development and the region’s ecology.

    At the forum, students attended lectures and seminars on offshore projects, hydrocarbon production and processing, logistics issues, sales markets, and the professional development of young specialists. During the plenary session, the results of 30 years of work in the field of offshore projects were considered, as well as strategies for developing the energy sector in Sakhalin and the Far East. Liquefied natural gas technologies, support measures for oil and gas projects, and the role of interaction between science and industry in the process of developing and implementing innovations were discussed.

    In addition to the business program, the participants were able to enjoy a rich cultural and entertainment program: exhibitions, concerts and excursions made the forum even more memorable. This year, a special track for young people was organized, within the framework of which NSU students met with company representatives and HR managers, leaving their resumes for possible employment.

    — The forum left a deep impression — the atmosphere was filled with energy and innovation. Excitement for the future and the desire to develop were felt in every conversation. We felt how important it is to exchange experience and knowledge in our field, and the opportunity to directly interact with professionals inspired new ideas and undertakings. The cultural program added bright colors, allowing us not only to study, but also to relax, find like-minded people and strengthen connections. It was a unique experience that charged us with optimism and confidence in our future, — Irina Voronina shared her impressions of the forum.

    In addition to the business part, the students were also able to enjoy the natural beauty of Sakhalin Island.

    — Sakhalin Island captivated us with its stunning mountains, beautiful beaches and green forests. The region’s desire for development is also clearly visible. Sakhalin left vivid memories and a feeling that this place combines a rich history and a dynamic future, — Irina notes.

    The Sakhalin Oil and Gas Forum became a unique opportunity for our students not only to deepen their professional knowledge, but also to establish useful contacts for further development in the energy industry.

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    http://vvv.nsu.ru/n/media/nevs/education/NSU-students-took-participation-in-the-28th-Far-Eastern-energy-forum-oil-and-gas-of-Sakhalin/

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Can climate action survive geopolitical upheaval?

    Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

    Wars, trade tensions and elections around the world are testing humanity’s ability to tackle climate change.

    Two experts from the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Future of Geopolitics look at the diplomacy and real-world reality of climate change politics and economics, with a particular focus on the global South.

    This episode is published to coincide with the Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils, find out more here: https://www.weforum.org/events/annual-meeting-of-the-global-future-councils-2024/
    Guests:

    Arun Sharma, senior advisor to the Chairman, Adani Group

    Varun Sivaram, Senior Fellow for Energy and Climate, Council on Foreign Relations
    Co-host:

    Jessica Margolis, Lead, Geopolitical Agenda, World Economic Forum
    Links:

    The World Economic Forum’s network of Global Future Councils: https://www.weforum.org/communities/global-future-councils/ Global Future Council on the Future of Geopolitics: https://www.weforum.org/communities/gfc-on-geopolitics/

    Shaping Cooperation in a Fragmenting World: https://www.weforum.org/publications/shaping-cooperation-in-a-fragmenting-world/
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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou1rVNtxi4g

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft has determined the winners of the Best in Profession competition

    MILES AXLE Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Rosneft summed up the results of the XIX Review-competition “Best in Profession”, which is held annually among representatives of the main blue-collar professions and engineering specialties of the Company. In the final stage, 600 workers competed for the title of the best, and taking into account the selection stages, more than 10 thousand workers and engineers took part in the competition.

    The “Best in Profession” competition is an important part of the motivation program, corporate training, as well as raising the level of professional skills of employees, the prestige of blue-collar jobs, production culture and industrial safety. The competition helps to strengthen team spirit and employee involvement.

    In order to expand the geography of the Competition and disseminate best practices among the Company’s enterprises, the final stage was held separately for each area in three cities of Russia.

    Contestants in the “Oil Refining and Petrochemistry” category competed in Ufa at the production sites of Bashneft. 140 employees from 21 subsidiaries took part in the competition in 9 nominations.

    Professionals in the Oil and Gas Production sector met in Samara at Samaraneftegaz facilities. 285 workers from 26 enterprises took part in competitions in 11 workers and two engineering and technical specialties.

    The best specialists in “Nefteproduktoobespecheniye” were determined in St. Petersburg at the production sites of “RN-North-West”. 175 employees from 35 sales enterprises took part in the competition in 7 nominations.

    An objective assessment of the knowledge, skills and abilities of the contestants was given by 147 jury members from the management of Rosneft’s specialized divisions and subsidiaries.

    The Company’s priority is to take care of its employees, preserve their lives and health, and create comfortable working conditions. That is why the competition program annually includes sections on industrial safety and labor protection. Following the results of the competition, specialists of all blue-collar professions who showed the best results in the “Safe Labor” direction were awarded.

    Congratulations to the winners of the Best in Profession Competition on their well-deserved awards!

    Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft October 9, 2024

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    http://vvv.rosneft.ru/press/nevs/item/220784/

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnicians at the International DID Forum

    MILES AXLE Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The city of Innopolis hosted the traditional international forum Digital Innopolis Days, which this year was combined with the AI IN conference on artificial intelligence. The topics of the discussions were focused on key areas and technologies: artificial intelligence, robotics, unmanned systems, innovations in education and personnel training.

    At the plenary session “Prospects for robotization of Russia: converting problems into tasks,” the following spoke: Minister of Science and Higher Education Valery Falkov, Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov, Deputy Minister of Energy Eduard Sheremetsev, representatives of the largest industrial enterprises, such as KAMAZ and Transmashholding.

    Valery Falkov spoke about approaches to training personnel for robotics, and also noted important changes taking place in the higher education system. First of all, this is the search for models of its implementation in accordance with the needs of the modern technological structure and training of specialists of the future, reformatting engineering education. The head of the Ministry of Education and Science noted that any educational program related to production should contain a block on automation systems and robotics, and universities need to qualitatively build work in the market of additional professional education.

    Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education at SPbPU Dmitry Tikhonov noted: The forum platform is very representative and practice-oriented. Based on the results of last year, we launched three new educational projects with new partners, contacts with whom were established precisely at DID. This year there were interesting sections in the field of UAS and AI, which showed the diversity of potential areas of application of these technologies.

    The use of artificial intelligence in education and university management, digital development of the education system, and new collaborations in this area were discussed at the forum by Vladimir Tuchkevich, Head of the Department for Development of Portals and Mobile Applications at SPbPU, and Denis Ivanov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity.

    Traditionally, an interesting discussion unfolded around the digital departments. This year, a closed session was held for the best students of the project and an HR studio was organized. The Polytechnic was represented by IKNK student Ekaterina Chadayeva, one of the best graduates of the program “Development of digital solutions based on 1C technologies”.

    Several useful events were organized for students. This was not only an introduction to various companies, but also a strategic session for graduates of digital departments. There we discussed what a dream digital department should be like, – Ekaterina shared her impressions.

    Industrial partners presented their best practices for working with universities within the framework of the Digital Departments project.

    At the forum, we exchanged practices and visions for the future development of IT education. Every year, companies’ interest in joint programs for professional retraining of the digital department is growing. For example, the company “1C” presented a joint program with the Polytechnic University, in the implementation of which 15 employers are participating at once. This approach demonstrates the importance of this project and allows us to create programs that are truly relevant for the industry, – said the head of the project office “Digital Departments” of SPbPU Nadezhda Tsvetkova.

    The forum also hosted a closed event of Gazprom partner universities, where the curator of the project “PAO Gazprom Flagship University” Yanis Olekhnovich and the head of the employment assistance sector Elvira Tuktamysheva gave a report. They presented the results of the implementation of educational programs and events for training personnel and developing applied IT competencies necessary for an engineer to perform the company’s tasks. Part of the report was a presentation of specialized interactive educational and demonstration complexes based on VR technologies. These complexes allow students to be trained using the example of the industrial partner’s technologies.

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    https://vvv.spbstu.ru/media/nevs/science_and_innovations/polytechnics-at-the-international-forum-did-ai-in-2024/

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Grattan on Friday: Oil prices could be where the Middle East crisis collides with Australia’s cost-of-living crisis

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

    Angry, accusatory partisan exchanges over the Middle East war have dominated federal politics this week. But for most ordinary voters the issue remains “over there”.

    Apart from the minorities for whom it has an immediate impact – Jewish people frightened by antisemitism, the Muslim community, those with families in Lebanon and elsewhere – it’s a tragedy without tangible relevance to their day-to-day lives.

    On Thursday however, Treasurer Jim Chalmers warned the foreign crisis could feed directly into the domestic cost-of-living crisis, via the price of oil.

    Midway through this week, oil was trading 11% lower than it was a year ago, but 7% higher than a week-and-a-half ago, Chalmers told a news conference.

    Treasury estimates that if prices were 10% higher for an entire year, this would reduce Australia’s GDP by 0.1% and increase the consumer price index by 0.4 percentage points.

    Nothing is certain about the coming months but the potential implications are obvious. Consumers would feel the effects at the petrol pump of the higher oil prices.

    The Reserve Bank will also be watching the possible trajectory of oil prices, together with all the other indicators relevant to its decisions on interest rates. This is against the background of the government’s desperation for a rate cut (or two) before the election.

    Although an increase in fuel prices (hitting businesses as well as families) would not be the government’s fault, it would be blamed.

    According to Labor, at present there’s a disconnect between, on the one hand, the partisan political heat the Middle East war is generating and, on the other, the public’s lack of engagement with the issue.

    Voters not concentraing on the Middle East

    Labor sources say focus group research this week, done with swinging voters, found most people aren’t closely following Middle East events.

    Beyond that, they are generally satisfied with the government’s stand and don’t think the crisis is distracting it from the cost of living (which is separate from how they think the government is handling the cost of living).

    This accords with this week’s Essential poll, in which 56% said they were satisfied with the government’s response on the Israel-Gaza war. Another 30% thought the government had been too supportive of Israel; 14% thought it had been too harsh on Israel.

    Except among some of those directly invested, the Middle East crisis is not likely to be a vote changer.

    In the domestic political battle, Dutton is trying to use the conflict to paint Albanese as weak. That’s a long bow on the issue itself, although more generally the prime minister and his government have come to be seen as having lost their way.

    While Dutton is trying to define Albanese negatively, Albanese is attempting to make Dutton a bigger target.

    NBN sale a distraction

    Thus on Wednesday the prime minister, shortly before he jumped on his plane to attend the ASEAN-Australia summit in Laos, personally introduced legislation that would ensure the NBN remained in public hands.

    If the Coalition didn’t vote for the bill, that would show it would sell the NBN, Labor claimed. It was a crude attempt at scare politics, easily seen through. The Coalition is not suggesting it would sell the NBN and if it did, would most people care? Anyway, originally Labor planned for the NBN to be privatised. Dutton ridiculed the tactic.

    As we look to election year, the 2025 parliamentary sitting calendar came out this week. It has a fortnight sitting in February and pencils in a budget for March 25, which would set up a May poll. Of course this doesn’t rule out an earlier (March) election although Albanese has said more than once he plans a pre-election budget.

    Regardless, we are already in the election campaign. At caucus on Tuesday Albanese was, for the second time recently, talking about the second term agenda.

    Announcements like confetti

    Announcements are raining down like confetti especially related to cost-of-living issues. Supermarkets are being heavily targeted. Launching his merger reform legislation on Thursday, Chalmers said every supermarket merger would be screened, regardless of whether it fell under the new arrangements.

    Present polls are showing the most likely election result, to be delivered by sour voters, is a hung parliament with a minority Labor government.

    Albanese told caucus he was focused on winning majority government. Dutton knows that if the Coalition can’t win, the more crossbenchers it can force Labor to need to rely on, the more unstable a second-term Labor government would be.

    Both sides have a great deal of bedding-down to do before the actual campaign.

    Key items on Labor’s legislative agenda aren’t just not introduced, they are unseen – for instance, on gambling advertising, social media restrictions for young people, electoral funding.

    Major bills are stuck in the parliament – notably on housing, where the Greens may eventually do a deal but are stringing out the pain.

    On the other side, the Coalition has released minimal policy. On its controversial nuclear power plan, it has put out minimal details, in particular refusing to produce costings. It can’t hold back everything until the last moment.

    Will the campaign even matter?

    When the formal campaign comes, how much will it matter?

    There is the old saying “you can’t fatten the pig on market day”. In other words, the election result may be decided well before the actual campaign.

    What do the last three elections (2016, 2019, 2022) tell us about the importance of the formal campaign? In each case, the result was narrow, a matter of a handful of seats.

    In 2022, there was probably nothing Morrison could have done in the last weeks to salvage the situation – to use another farm metaphor, his goose was cooked. In the event, he ran a bad campaign.

    In 2016 prime minister Malcolm Turnbull just scraped home; Turnbull’s flawed campaigning maximised the number of seats he lost.

    In 2019, when it seemed Bill Shorten was almost certain to take Labor to victory, its defeat may have been sealed in the campaign itself, although its heavy policy load always put it in a precarious situation.

    In 2022 Albanese was judged a poor campaigner. Aware of this, Labor strategists will be doing everything to make sure he is fully prepared for “gotcha” questions (on which he faltered last time) and the other hazards that can arise spontaneously.

    Dutton’s forte is negativity, his natural style is the attack. But in those final weeks, more will be needed.

    One challenge in leaving policy releases late is that holes can slip through, inviting slip ups.

    Dutton has far from established himself as a rounded alternative prime minister. Indeed his current approach on the Middle East, completely lacking nuance, raises questions about how he would handle the complexities of foreign policy generally. It has not been reassuring.

    Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Grattan on Friday: Oil prices could be where the Middle East crisis collides with Australia’s cost-of-living crisis – https://theconversation.com/grattan-on-friday-oil-prices-could-be-where-the-middle-east-crisis-collides-with-australias-cost-of-living-crisis-241002

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Experts deliberated on challenges & prospects of hydrogen energy commercialisation

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 10 OCT 2024 1:39PM by PIB Delhi

    Industrialists, entrepreneurs, business aspirants and enthusiasts   from various sectors discussed the challenges and prospects of hydrogen energy commercialization at a workshop on fostering start-up ecosystems for commercialization of hydrogen technologies.

    Dr. R Vijay, Director of ARCI, stressed on the importance of reducing the cost of hydrogen production to make it more market-attractive while speaking as Guest of Honour at the workshop organised by ARCI an autonomous institution of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) on the occasion of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day on 8th October2024.

    He also showcased ARCI’s role in transferring hydrogen technologies both at the component level and through integrated systems and said that ARCI is supporting many start-ups in the energy sector.

    The 7th consecutive annual hydrogen workshop was organised at the Centre for Fuel Cell Technology of International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), at IITM Research Park, Chennai.

    In his inaugural address, Prof. Mohammad RihanDirector General of the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), highlighted the mission-mode approach of integrating solar power with electrolyzer for green hydrogen generation for energy storageand conversion to electricity through fuel cells. He underscored the synergy between solar energy and hydrogen technologies, offering a sustainable pathway toward green energy. He also mentioned that ARCI and NISE have already signed a MoU to jointly work for the realisation of the above approach.

    Dr. R. Gopalan,Former Regional Director of ARCI, Chennai, emphasized the need for a circular economy in hydrogen production to further reduce costs and highlighted India’s emerging leadership in green ammonia synthesis alongside other developed nations.

    Eminent speakers such as Dr. G.A. Pathanjali, Managing Director of High Energy Batteries, Tiruchirappalli, Shri. Krishnan Sadagopan, Senior Vice President at Ashok Leyland, and Dr.RamadasArumugamSakunthalai, Director at the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC), discussed the critical role of hydrogen in the Indian automotive market. They delved into hydrogen’s application in transportation and the challenges and potential for growth in this sector.

    Several start-up founders and representatives shared their experiences with hydrogen production and utilization, discussing their capabilities as well as the hurdles they face in scaling their technologies. Key challenges such as cost, infrastructure development, and regulatory barriers were highlighted. Participants explored strategies to reduce production and distribution costs to make hydrogen more economically viable.

    The workshop underscored the need for collaboration between industry, academia, and research institutions, with ARCI playing a pivotal role in fostering these partnerships. This collaboration is seen as essential for achieving hydrogen economy in India.

     

    This year’s workshop not only celebrated National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day but also marked a significant step in India’s journey towards a green energy future. The discussions and insights shared during the event will contribute to the development of hydrogen technologies that can reshape the global energy landscape.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: SEACOR Marine Wins Third Annual NOIA ESG Excellence Award 

    Source: National Ocean Industries Association – NOIA

    Headline: SEACOR Marine Wins Third Annual NOIA ESG Excellence Award 

    For Immediate Release: Thursday, October 10, 2024NOIA .org
    SEACOR Marine Wins Third Annual NOIA ESG Excellence Award
    Washington, D.C. – The National Ocean Industries Association has named SEACOR Marine as the winner of the third annual NOIA Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Excellence Award. The NOIA ESG Excellence Award highlights and recognizes those who, by their actions, design, or influence, are contributing to the advancement of the ideals embodied by the NOIA ESG Principles:
    NOIA President Erik Milito congratulates SEACOR Marine, saying, “SEACOR Marine exemplifies the NOIA ESG Principles in virtually every aspect of its operations. Their unwavering commitment to ESG performance has significantly strengthened and enhanced the company. The breadth and diversity of their initiatives are truly remarkable. SEACOR Marine’s achievements exemplify the offshore energy industry’s leadership in advancing technologies and projects to reduce emissions missions and in shaping the workforce of tomorrow.  We commend SEACOR Marine not only for their substantial and measurable progress but also for their willingness to share their operational efficiencies with the broader industry.
    “The dedication to ESG performance demonstrated by all applicants for this award, and the industry as a whole, is truly impressive. The NOIA ESG Excellence Award is a testament to the innovative spirit of our industry and its contributions to community betterment. We extend our gratitude to our members for consistently setting the gold standard in the offshore energy sector.”
    SEACOR Marine Chief Executive Officer John Gellert commented, “We are honored to receive this award, which highlights our commitment to sustainability and innovation in the offshore energy sector. As operators of one of the youngest fleets in the industry, we are proud to be at the forefront of the transition to cleaner, more efficient operations. Our investments in green technology, like hybrid battery power systems, reduce fuel consumption and emissions. By 2025, over 50% of our platform supply vessels (PSVs) will be hybrid powered. We are also proud of our broader ESG efforts, including waste reduction and our ongoing focus on prioritizing the safety and well-being of our employees.”
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    SEACOR Marine is recognized for its comprehensive commitment to ESG performance across nearly every operational aspect of the company. Their entry highlighted a diverse array of initiatives, including ocean protection through extensive pollution and waste prevention measures, and enhancing employee well-being with robust safety and mental health programs. Furthermore, SEACOR Marine is at the forefront of the industry’s transition to digitization and automation, leveraging advanced technologies to boost efficiency and reduce emissions, including the global deployment of hybrid PSVs.
    The award-winning entry from SEACOR Marine was evaluated by an independent panel of experts from Pickering Energy Partners, Cornerstone Government Affairs, and an independent industry expert. NOIA received applications from a diverse cross-section of NOIA membership, highlighting the support for ESG performance among the full ecosystem of companies involved in the offshore energy sector.
    2024 marks the third year of the NOIA ESG Excellence Award competition. The NOIA ESG Excellence Award competition is open to any offshore service or supply company that is in good standing with NOIA.
    NOIA President Erik Milito (R) presented the award to SEACOR Marine CEO John Gellert (L) at the in-person NOIA Fall Meeting.

    About SEACOR MarineSEACOR Marine provides global marine and support transportation services to offshore energy facilities worldwide. SEACOR Marine operates and manages a diverse fleet of offshore support vessels that deliver cargo and personnel to offshore installations, including offshore wind farms; assist offshore operations for production and storage facilities; provide construction, well work-over, offshore wind farm installation and decommissioning support; carry and launch equipment used underwater in drilling and well installation, maintenance, inspection and repair; and handle anchors and mooring equipment for offshore rigs and platforms. Additionally, SEACOR Marine’s vessels provide emergency response services and accommodations for technicians and specialists.
    For further information about SEACOR Marine’s sustainability practices and ESG initiatives, or to view its diverse energy-efficient fleet of offshore support vessels, please visit http://www.seacormarine.com.

    About NOIA The National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) represents and advances a dynamic and growing offshore energy industry, providing solutions that support communities and protect our workers, the public and our environment.

    About the NOIA ESG NetworkThe National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Program is a programmatic effort to share and develop best practices across the offshore energy industry. From top to bottom, NOIA members are already embracing ESG principles as dedicated stewards of the environment and of local communities, and the ESG Program unifies and align their efforts. Through innovation, best ESG practices and new technology, our can industry can solve environmental and climate challenges facing society.

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Commission challenging France’s energy success, ignoring the EU’s climate and environmental challenges – E-001873/2024

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001873/2024
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Jordan Bardella (PfE)

    On 11 September 2023, former Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson publicly reprimanded France for its energy policy, saying that it had yet to meet its climate targets given the share of renewable electricity in its energy mix.

    Now, with Parliament about to decide on the Commissioners nominated by Ursula von der Leyen, it would seem that the candidates Teresa Ribera[1] (energy transition) and Dan Jorgensen[2] (energy) also share the same hostility to nuclear energy. With these two appointments, Brussels continues to show its ideological blindness in favouring intermittent and variable energies.

    • 1.Will the Commission propose a further revision of the Renewable Energy Directive with a view to including all low-carbon energy sources?
    • 2.Not forgetting that it is guardian of the Euratom Treaty, does it still see a place for nuclear energy in Europe’s energy future?

    Submitted: 30.9.2024

    • [1] https://www.lefigaro.fr/conjoncture/francois-d-orcival-teresa-ribera-une-pourfendeuse-du-nucleaire-aux-cotes-d-ursula-von-der-leyen-20240925
    • [2] https://www.information.dk/debat/2022/02/dan-joergensen-atomkraft-maa-aldrig-del-loesningen-danmark
    Last updated: 10 October 2024

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Innovation Lab – Energy I Corps

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Select PNNL staff and Washington State University Tri-Cities students participate in entrepreneurial training called Energy I-Corp, funded by the Department of Energy. PNNL research teams are paired with WSU student teams to create a plan to take a PNNL-developed technology to market.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhLmCqXFUEk

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  • MIL-OSI: TC Energy announces upsizing and results of its cash tender offers

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Release – TC Energy Corporation (TSX, NYSE: TRP) (“TC Energy”) today announced that TransCanada PipeLines Limited (the “Company”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of TC Energy, has released (i) the results of its previously announced seven separate offers (the “Offers”) to purchase for cash the outstanding notes of the series listed in the table below (collectively, the “Notes”) and (ii) that it has amended the Offers by increasing the Maximum Purchase Amount from US$1,750,000,000 to US$1,809,000,000, an amount sufficient to accept for purchase all Notes with Acceptance Priority Levels 1 – 5 in full, in accordance with the terms of the Tender Documents (as defined below).

    The Offers were made upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated Oct. 1, 2024 relating to the Notes (the “Offer to Purchase”) and the notice of guaranteed delivery attached as Appendix A thereto (the “Notice of Guaranteed Delivery” and, together with the Offer to Purchase, the “Tender Offer Documents”). Capitalized terms used but not defined in this announcement have the meanings given to them in the Offer to Purchase.

    The Offers expired at 5 p.m. (Eastern time) on Oct. 8, 2024 (the “Expiration Date”). The Guaranteed Delivery Date will be the second business day after the Expiration Date and is expected to be Oct.10, 2024. The Settlement Date will be the fourth business day after the Expiration Date and is expected to be Oct. 15, 2024.

    According to information provided by D.F. King & Co., Inc., the Information and Tender Agent in connection with the Offers, US$2,870,274,000 combined aggregate principal amount of Notes were validly tendered prior to or at the Expiration Date and not validly withdrawn. In addition, US$78,193,000 combined aggregate principal amount of Notes were tendered pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures and remain subject to the Holders’ performance of the delivery requirements under such procedures. The table below provides certain information about the Offers, including the aggregate principal amount of each series of Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Expiration Date and the aggregate principal amount of Notes reflected in Notices of Guaranteed Delivery delivered at or prior to the Expiration Date pursuant to the Tender Offer Documents.

    Acceptance
    Priority
    Level    		 Title of Notes CUSIP / ISIN
    Nos. (1)    		 Principal
    Amount
    Outstanding    		 Total
    Consideration(2)    		 Principal
    Amount
    Tendered(3)    		 Principal
    Amount
    Accepted(3)    		 Principal
    Amount
    Reflected in
    Notices of
    Guaranteed
    Delivery
    1 2.500% Senior Notes due 2031 89352HBC2 / US89352HBC25 US$1,000,000,000 US$887.76 US$739,213,000 US$739,213,000 US$47,207,000
    2 5.000% Senior Notes due 2043 89352HAL3 / US89352HAL33 US$625,000,000 US$965.85 US$200,842,000 US$200,842,000 —
    3 4.875% Senior Notes due 2048 89352HAY5 / US89352HAY53 US$1,000,000,000 US$941.07 US$440,800,000 US$440,800,000 US$4,281,000
    4 5.100% Senior Notes due 2049 89352HAZ2 / US89352HAZ29 US$1,000,000,000 US$977.29 US$179,924,000 US$179,924,000 US$19,144,000
    5 4.750% Senior Notes due 2038 89352HAX7 / US89352HAX70 US$500,000,000 US$963.02 US$313,189,000 US$313,189,000 US$1,611,000
    6 4.250% Senior Notes due 2028 89352HAW9 / US89352HAW97 US$1,400,000,000 US$994.82 US$566,368,000 — US$5,880,000
    7 4.875% Senior Notes due 2026 89352HAT6 / US89352HAT68 US$850,000,000 US$1,003.36 US$429,938,000 — US$70,000

    (1) No representation is made by the Company as to the correctness or accuracy of the CUSIP numbers or ISINs listed in this News Release or printed on the Notes. They are provided solely for convenience. 
    (2) The total consideration for each series of Notes (such consideration, the “Total Consideration”) payable per each US$1,000 principal amount of such series of Notes validly tendered for purchase. 
    (3) The amounts exclude the principal amounts of Notes for which Holders have complied with certain procedures applicable to guaranteed delivery pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures. Such amounts remain subject to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures. Notes tendered pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures are required to be tendered at or prior to 5 p.m. (Eastern time) on Oct. 10, 2024.

    Overall, US$1,873,968,000 aggregate principal amount of Notes have been accepted for purchase, excluding the Notes delivered pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures. The Maximum Purchase Condition (after giving effect to the increase described above) has been satisfied with respect to the Offers in respect of the series of Notes with Acceptance Priority Levels 1 – 5. Accordingly, all Notes of those series that have been validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Expiration Date have been accepted for purchase. Because the Maximum Purchase Condition was not satisfied with respect to the series of Notes with Acceptance Priority Levels 6 and 7, the Company has not accepted any Notes of such series (as indicated in the table above) and will promptly return all validly tendered Notes of such series to the respective tendering Holders.

    Upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase, Holders whose Notes have been accepted for purchase in the Offers will receive the applicable Total Consideration specified in the table above for each US$1,000 principal amount of such Notes, which will be payable in cash on the applicable Settlement Date.

    In addition to the applicable Total Consideration, Holders whose Notes have been accepted for purchase will be paid the Accrued Coupon Payment. Interest will cease to accrue on the Settlement Date for all Notes accepted in the Offers, including those tendered pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures. Under no circumstances will any interest be payable because of any delay in the transmission of funds to Holders by the Depository Trust Company (“DTC”) or its participants.

    The Offers are subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase. The Company reserves the right, subject to applicable law, to waive any and all conditions to any Offer. If any of the conditions is not satisfied, the Company is not obligated to accept for payment, purchase or pay for, and may delay the acceptance for payment of, any tendered notes, in each event subject to applicable laws, and may terminate or alter any or all of the Offers.

    The Company has retained Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, and RBC Capital Markets, LLC to act as the dealer managers (the “Dealer Managers”) for the Offers. Questions regarding the terms and conditions for the Offers should be directed to Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. at (866) 627-0391 (toll-free) or (212) 250-2955 (collect), J.P. Morgan Securities LLC at (866) 834-4666 (toll-free) or (212) 834-4818 (collect), Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC at (800) 624-1808 (toll-free) or (212) 761-1057 (collect), or RBC Capital Markets, LLC at (877) 381-2099 (toll-free) or (212) 618-7843 (collect).

    D.F. King & Co., Inc. acts as the Information and Tender Agent for the Offers. Questions or requests for assistance related to the Offers or for additional copies of the Offer to Purchase may be directed to D.F. King & Co., Inc. in New York by telephone at +1 (212) 269-5550 (for banks and brokers only) or +1 (866) 620-9554 (for all others toll-free), or by email at TCEnergy@dfking.com. You may also contact your broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance concerning the Offers. The Tender Offer Documents can be accessed at the following link: http://www.dfking.com/transcanada.

    If the Company terminates any Offer with respect to one or more series of Notes, it will give prompt notice to the Information and Tender Agent, and all Notes tendered pursuant to such terminated Offer will be returned promptly to the tendering Holders thereof. Upon such termination, any Notes blocked in DTC will be released.

    This announcement is for informational purposes only. This announcement is not an offer to purchase or a solicitation of an offer to sell any Notes or any other securities of TC Energy, the Company or any of their subsidiaries. The Offers were made solely pursuant to the Offer to Purchase. The Offers were not made to Holders of Notes in any jurisdiction in which the making or acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities, “blue sky” or other laws of such jurisdiction. In any jurisdiction in which the securities laws or “blue sky” laws require the Offers to be made by a licensed broker or dealer, the Offers will be deemed to have been made on behalf of the Company by the Dealer Managers or one or more registered brokers or dealers that are licensed under the laws of such jurisdiction.

    No action has been or will be taken in any jurisdiction that would permit the possession, circulation or distribution of either this announcement, the Offer to Purchase or any material relating to us or the Notes in any jurisdiction where action for that purpose is required. Accordingly, neither this announcement, the Offer to Purchase nor any other offering material or advertisements in connection with the Offers may be distributed or published, in or from any such country or jurisdiction, except in compliance with any applicable rules or regulations of any such country or jurisdiction.

    Forward-looking Statements

    This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements as defined in applicable securities laws (collectively referred to as “forward-looking statements”). Forward-looking statements include: statements regarding the terms and timing for completion of the Offers, including the settlement dates of the Notes accepted for purchase; and the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions of the Offers.

    Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of TC Energy to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause actual results to vary include, but are not limited to, conditions in financial markets, investor response to the Offers, and other risk factors as detailed from time to time in TC Energy’s reports filed with Canadian securities administrators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Readers are cautioned against unduly relying on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of the relevant document and, except as required by law, TC Energy undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events or otherwise.

    About TC Energy

    We’re a team of 7,000+ energy problem solvers working to safely move, generate and store the energy North America relies on. Today, we’re delivering solutions to the world’s toughest energy challenges – from innovating to deliver the natural gas that feeds LNG to global markets, to working to reduce emissions from our assets, to partnering with our neighbours, customers and governments to build the energy system of the future. It’s all part of how we continue to deliver sustainable returns for our investors and create value for communities.

    TC Energy’s common shares trade on the Toronto (TSX) and New York (NYSE) stock exchanges under the symbol TRP. To learn more, visit us at TCEnergy.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: TC Energy announces expiration and upsizing of cash tender offers for certain Canadian-dollar denominated debt securities

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES OR TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES (SEE “OFFER AND DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS” BELOW).

    CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Release – TC Energy Corporation (TSX, NYSE: TRP) (“TC Energy”) today announced (i) the expiration of the previously announced separate offers (the “Offers”) of TransCanada PipeLines Limited (the “Company”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of TC Energy, to purchase for cash up to C$350,000,000 in aggregate purchase price, excluding accrued and unpaid interest, (the “Maximum Purchase Amount”) of its outstanding notes of the two series listed in the table below (collectively, the “Notes”) at 5 p.m. (Toronto time) on Oct. 8, 2024 (the “Expiration Date”) and (ii) the Company has amended the Offers by increasing the Maximum Purchase Amount from C$350,000,000 in aggregate purchase price, excluding accrued and unpaid interest, to C$575,000,000 in aggregate principal amount.

    The Offers

    The Offers were made upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated Oct. 1, 2024 relating to the Notes (the “Offer to Purchase”). Capitalized terms used but not defined in this news release have the meanings given to them in the Offer to Purchase.

    According to information provided by TSX Trust Company, the Tender Agent, C$1,199,486,000 combined aggregate principal amount of the Notes were validly tendered in connection with the Offers prior to or at the Expiration Date and not validly withdrawn. The table below provides certain information about the Offers, including the aggregate principal amount of each series of Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn prior to the Expiration Date.

    Title of Notes(1) Principal
    Amount
    Outstanding    		 CUSIP / ISIN
    Nos.     (1)    		 Reference
    Security(2)    		 Bloomberg
    Reference
    Page    (2)    		 Fixed Spread
    (Basis Points)    (2)    		 Principal Amount
    Tendered
    4.180% Senior Notes due 2048 C$1,100,000,000 89353ZCC0 / CA89353ZCC01 CAN 2 ¾ 12/01/55 FIT CAN0-50 160 C$892,057,000
    3.390% Senior Notes due 2028 C$500,000,000 89353ZCA4 / CA89353ZCA45 CAN 3 ½ 03/01/28 FIT CAN0-50 60 C$307,429,000

    (1) No representation is made by TC Energy or the Company as to the correctness or accuracy of the CUSIP numbers or ISINs listed in this news release or printed on the Notes. They are provided solely for convenience.

    (2) The total consideration for each series of Notes (such consideration, the “Total Consideration”) payable per each C$1,000 principal amount of such series of Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase will be based on the applicable Fixed Spread specified in the table above for such series of Notes, plus the applicable yield based on the bid-side price of the applicable Canadian reference security as specified in the table above, as quoted on the applicable Bloomberg Reference Page as of 10 a.m. (Toronto time) on Oct. 9, 2024, unless extended by the Company with respect to the applicable Offer. The Total Consideration does not include the applicable Accrued Coupon Payment, which will be payable in cash in addition to the applicable Total Consideration.

    Indicative Series Acceptance Amounts

    The Company expects to accept for purchase C$575,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of the 4.180% Senior Notes due 2048 (the “2048 Notes”) tendered into the Offer for such Notes on a pro rata basis within such series, with the actual amount accepted to be adjusted for rounding due to proration. The Company does not expect to accept for purchase any of the 3.390% Senior Notes due 2028 tendered into the Offer for such Notes.

    Pricing and Settlement

    Pricing in respect of the 2048 Notes is expected to occur at 10 a.m. (Toronto time) on Oct. 9, 2024, following which the Final Acceptance Amount, the Offer Yield and the Total Consideration in respect of the 2048 Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offers will be announced by the Company.

    The “Settlement Date” in respect of any 2048 Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer for such Notes is expected to be Oct. 15, 2024. The Company will also pay an Accrued Coupon Payment in respect of 2048 Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer for such Notes. Holders whose 2048 Notes are accepted for purchase will lose all rights as Holder of the tendered 2048 Notes and interest will cease to accrue on the Settlement Date for all 2048 Notes accepted in the Offer for such Notes.

    The Offers are subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase. The Company reserves the right, subject to applicable law, to waive any and all conditions to any Offer. If any of the conditions is not satisfied, the Company is not obligated to accept for payment, purchase or pay for, and may delay the acceptance for payment of, any tendered Notes, in each event subject to applicable laws, and may terminate or alter any or all of the Offers.

    Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. (“Deutsche Bank”), J.P. Morgan Securities Canada Inc. (“JPM”), Morgan Stanley Canada Limited (“MS”) and RBC Dominion Securities Inc. (“RBC”) are acting as the dealer managers (the “Dealer Managers”) for the Offers. Questions regarding the terms and conditions for the Offers or for copies of the Offer to Purchase should be directed to JPM at 1.403.532.2126, MS at 1.416.943.8400 or RBC at 1.877.381.2099 (toll-free) or 1.416.842.6311 (collect). Deutsche Bank is not registered as a dealer in any Canadian jurisdiction and, accordingly, neither it nor any of its affiliates will, directly or indirectly, advertise, solicit, facilitate, negotiate, effect or take any other act in furtherance of any purchase or tender of Notes in connection with the Offers and any such solicitation, advertisement or other act with respect to the Offers will be conducted by JPM, MS and RBC. You may also contact your broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance concerning the Offers.

    If the Company terminates any Offer with respect to one or more series of Notes, it will give prompt notice to the Tender Agent, and all Notes tendered pursuant to such terminated Offer will be returned promptly to the tendering Holders thereof. With effect from such termination, any Notes blocked in CDS will be released.

    Offer and Distribution Restrictions

    The Offers were made solely pursuant to the Offer to Purchase. This news release does not constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States. No Offer constitutes an offer or an invitation by, or on behalf of, TC Energy, the Company or the Dealer Managers (i) to participate in the Offers in the United States; (ii) to, or for the account or benefit of, any “U.S. person” (as such term is defined in Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended); or (iii) to participate in the Offers in any jurisdiction in which it is unlawful to make such an offer or solicitation in such jurisdiction, and such persons are not eligible to participate in or tender any securities pursuant to the Offers. No action has been or will be taken in the United States or any other jurisdiction that would permit the possession, circulation or distribution of this news release, the Offer to Purchase or any other offering material or advertisements in connection with the Offers to (i) any person in the United States; (ii) any U.S. person; (iii) anyone in any other jurisdiction in which such offer or solicitation is not authorized; or (iv) any person to whom it is unlawful to make such offer or solicitation. Accordingly, neither this news release, the Offer to Purchase nor any other offering material or advertisements in connection with the Offers may be distributed or published, in or from the United States or any such other jurisdiction (except in compliance with any applicable rules or regulations of such other jurisdiction). Tenders will not be accepted from any holder located or resident in the United States.

    In any jurisdiction in which the securities laws require the Offers to be made by a licensed broker or dealer, the Offers will be deemed to have been made on behalf of the Company by the Dealer Managers or one or more registered brokers or dealers that are licensed under the laws of such jurisdiction.

    This news release is for informational purposes only. This news release is not an offer to purchase or a solicitation of an offer to sell any Notes or any other securities of TC Energy, the Company or any of their subsidiaries.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements as defined in applicable securities laws (collectively referred to as “forward-looking statements”). Forward-looking statements include: statements regarding the terms and timing for completion of the Offers, including the acceptance for purchase of any Notes validly tendered and the expected Settlement Date thereof; and the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions of the Offers.

    Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of TC Energy to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause actual results to vary include, but are not limited to, conditions in financial markets, investor response to the Offers, and other risk factors as detailed from time to time in TC Energy’s reports filed with Canadian securities administrators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Readers are cautioned against unduly relying on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of the relevant document and, except as required by law, TC Energy undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events or otherwise.

    About TC Energy

    We’re a team of 7,000+ energy problem solvers working to safely move, generate and store the energy North America relies on. Today, we’re delivering solutions to the world’s toughest energy challenges – from innovating to deliver the natural gas that feeds LNG to global markets, to working to reduce emissions from our assets, to partnering with our neighbours, customers and governments to build the energy system of the future. It’s all part of how we continue to deliver sustainable returns for our investors and create value for communities.

    TC Energy’s common shares trade on the Toronto (TSX) and New York (NYSE) stock exchanges under the symbol TRP. To learn more, visit us at TCEnergy.com.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China to contribute 60 pct of global renewable expansion by 2030: IEA

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    PARIS, Oct. 9 — China is set to solidify its position as the global leader in renewable energy, accounting for 60 percent of the global capacity expansion by 2030, according to Renewables 2024 report, published by the International Energy Agency (IEA) on Wednesday.

    The report forecasts that by 2030, China will host half of all newly installed renewable energy capacity worldwide, having already surpassed its end-of-decade target of 1,200 GW for solar PV and wind power six years ahead of schedule. Since phasing out feed-in tariffs in 2020, China’s solar PV capacity has nearly quadrupled and wind capacity has doubled, driven by competitive costs and favorable government policies.

    According to the IEA, China’s success is largely due to robust support for both large-scale and distributed renewable technologies. The country’s renewable expansion is further fueled by its Net Zero by 2060 goal, backed by incentives from the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025), local manufacturing capabilities, and low-cost financing.

    In addition to China’s progress, the report outlines global trends in renewable energy deployment across electricity, transport, and heating sectors by 2030. It also evaluates the challenges to achieving the global goal of tripling installed renewable capacity. Highlighting the potential role of renewable fuels in decarbonization, the report also examines other key issues including policy trends, technology costs, and system integration that drive the development of renewable energy.

    Renewables 2024 is the IEA’s flagship annual report, providing forecasts and analysis on market and policy trends, alongside the barriers to faster growth in the renewable energy sector.

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  • MIL-OSI Global: How a subfield of physics led to breakthroughs in AI – and from there to this year’s Nobel Prize

    Source: The Conversation – USA – By Veera Sundararaghavan, Professor of Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan

    Neural networks have their roots in statistical mechanics. BlackJack3D/iStock via Getty Images Plus

    John J. Hopfield and Geoffrey E. Hinton received the Nobel Prize in physics on Oct. 8, 2024, for their research on machine learning algorithms and neural networks that help computers learn. Their work has been fundamental in developing neural network theories that underpin generative artificial intelligence.

    A neural network is a computational model consisting of layers of interconnected neurons. Like the neurons in your brain, these neurons process and send along a piece of information. Each neural layer receives a piece of data, processes it and passes the result to the next layer. By the end of the sequence, the network has processed and refined the data into something more useful.

    While it might seem surprising that Hopfield and Hinton received the physics prize for their contributions to neural networks, used in computer science, their work is deeply rooted in the principles of physics, particularly a subfield called statistical mechanics.

    As a computational materials scientist, I was excited to see this area of research recognized with the prize. Hopfield and Hinton’s work has allowed my colleagues and me to study a process called generative learning for materials sciences, a method that is behind many popular technologies like ChatGPT.

    What is statistical mechanics?

    Statistical mechanics is a branch of physics that uses statistical methods to explain the behavior of systems made up of a large number of particles.

    Instead of focusing on individual particles, researchers using statistical mechanics look at the collective behavior of many particles. Seeing how they all act together helps researchers understand the system’s large-scale macroscopic properties like temperature, pressure and magnetization.

    For example, physicist Ernst Ising developed a statistical mechanics model for magnetism in the 1920s. Ising imagined magnetism as the collective behavior of atomic spins interacting with their neighbors.

    In Ising’s model, there are higher and lower energy states for the system, and the material is more likely to exist in the lowest energy state.

    One key idea in statistical mechanics is the Boltzmann distribution, which quantifies how likely a given state is. This distribution describes the probability of a system being in a particular state – like solid, liquid or gas – based on its energy and temperature.

    Ising exactly predicted the phase transition of a magnet using the Boltzmann distribution. He figured out the temperature at which the material changed from being magnetic to nonmagnetic.

    Phase changes happen at predictable temperatures. Ice melts to water at a specific temperature because the Boltzmann distribution predicts that when it gets warm, the water molecules are more likely to take on a disordered – or liquid – state.

    Statistical mechanics tells researchers about the properties of a larger system, and how individual objects in that system act collectively.

    In materials, atoms arrange themselves into specific crystal structures that use the lowest amount of energy. When it’s cold, water molecules freeze into ice crystals with low energy states.

    Similarly, in biology, proteins fold into low energy shapes, which allow them to function as specific antibodies – like a lock and key – targeting a virus.

    Neural networks and statistical mechanics

    Fundamentally, all neural networks work on a similar principle – to minimize energy. Neural networks use this principle to solve computing problems.

    For example, imagine an image made up of pixels where you only can see a part of the picture. Some pixels are visible, while the rest are hidden. To determine what the image is, you consider all possible ways the hidden pixels could fit together with the visible pieces. From there, you would choose from among what statistical mechanics would say are the most likely states out of all the possible options.

    In statistical mechanics, researchers try to find the most stable physical structure of a material. Neural networks use the same principle to solve complex computing problems.
    Veera Sundararaghavan

    Hopfield and Hinton developed a theory for neural networks based on the idea of statistical mechanics. Just like Ising before them, who modeled the collective interaction of atomic spins to solve the photo problem with a neural network, Hopfield and Hinton imagined collective interactions of pixels. They represented these pixels as neurons.

    Just as in statistical physics, the energy of an image refers to how likely a particular configuration of pixels is. A Hopfield network would solve this problem by finding the lowest energy arrangements of hidden pixels.

    However, unlike in statistical mechanics – where the energy is determined by known atomic interactions – neural networks learn these energies from data.

    Hinton popularized the development of a technique called backpropagation. This technique helps the model figure out the interaction energies between these neurons, and this algorithm underpins much of modern AI learning.

    The Boltzmann machine

    Building upon Hopfield’s work, Hinton imagined another neural network, called the Boltzmann machine. It consists of visible neurons, which we can observe, and hidden neurons, which help the network learn complex patterns.

    In a Boltzmann machine, you can determine the probability that the picture looks a certain way. To figure out this probability, you can sum up all the possible states the hidden pixels could be in. This gives you the total probability of the visible pixels being in a specific arrangement.

    My group has worked on implementing Boltzmann machines in quantum computers for generative learning.

    In generative learning, the network learns to generate new data samples that resemble the data the researchers fed the network to train it. For example, it might generate new images of handwritten numbers after being trained on similar images. The network can generate these by sampling from the learned probability distribution.

    Generative learning underpins modern AI – it’s what allows the generation of AI art, videos and text.

    Hopfield and Hinton have significantly influenced AI research by leveraging tools from statistical physics. Their work draws parallels between how nature determines the physical states of a material and how neural networks predict the likelihood of solutions to complex computer science problems.

    Veera Sundararaghavan receives external funding for research unrelated to the content of this article.

    – ref. How a subfield of physics led to breakthroughs in AI – and from there to this year’s Nobel Prize – https://theconversation.com/how-a-subfield-of-physics-led-to-breakthroughs-in-ai-and-from-there-to-this-years-nobel-prize-240871

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  • MIL-OSI: WTW launches partnership with the University of Colorado Boulder to harness the climate prediction revolution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LONDON, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company today announced a new scientific partnership with the University of Colorado Boulder to transfer scientific advances in seasonal climate prediction to the insurance and risk management industries. Through this collaboration, WTW and its clients will be able to anticipate how weather events will affect their operations and portfolios over the next quarter and prepare for forecasted climate risks.

    Natural fluctuations in the Pacific Ocean – known as El Niño and La Niña – are the leading cause of year-over-year changes in the global climate. The reach of these patterns extends far beyond the Pacific and affects the odds of drought, wildfire, heatwaves, and hurricanes across much of the world. Because meteorological agencies are now able to predict El Niño and La Niña episodes several months ahead of time, these forecasts provide advance warning of severe weather events and likely climate impacts over large parts of the globe.

    Historically, the state of the tropical Pacific has cost trillions of dollars in direct damages and reduced economic growth. But most businesses have only begun to take advantage of the strong predictability offered by El Niño and La Niña. WTW has teamed with the University of Colorado Boulder to harness the ongoing ‘climate prediction revolution’ for business use and improve our ability to predict global climate for the coming season, year, and decade. At CU Boulder, the collaboration will be led by Prof. Pedro DiNezio, a leading expert in long-term climate forecasts, the effects of El Niño, and climate extremes under global warming.

    Scott St. George, Head of Weather and Climate Research for the WTW Research Network, said, “What happens in the tropical Pacific certainly does not stay in the tropical Pacific. El Niño and La Niña can reach across the entire globe to affect local weather and the risks of catastrophic perils. We are excited to work together with Prof. DiNezio so our clients know well in advance how to prepare their business when El Niño and La Niña are on the horizon. These insights will be especially valuable for sectors that depend strongly on natural resources, such as energy producers, food and beverage, and transportation.”

    Pedro DiNezio, Associate Professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at CU Boulder, added, “Making predictions is one of the most thrilling parts of my work. Every prediction tests our understanding of the inner workings of the climate system. In addition, El Niño and La Niña happen every several years, therefore we do not fully know everything about these complex, sometimes chaotic phenomena, keeping our research fresh and exciting. This collaboration with WTW adds a new layer to this challenge as we learn how to produce predictions that are useful for the insurance sector and vulnerable communities around the world”.

    About WTW

    At WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital. Leveraging the global view and local expertise of our colleagues serving 140 countries and markets, we help organizations sharpen their strategy, enhance organizational resilience, motivate their workforce and maximize performance.

    Working shoulder to shoulder with our clients, we uncover opportunities for sustainable success—and provide perspective that moves you.

    Learn more at wtwco.com.

    About the University of Colorado Boulder

    At the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the University of Colorado Boulder is nationally recognized as one of only 38 AAU public research universities. Established in 1876, CU Boulder is an R1 public research university with five Nobel laureates, nine MacArthur fellows and is the No. 1 public university recipient of NASA awards. CU Boulder is a leader in many fields, including aerospace engineering, earth and environmental science, physics, and environmental law. The school partners with many notable federal research labs, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Learn more.

    Media contact

    Sarah Booker: +44 7917 722040
    Sarah.booker@willistowerswatson.com

    CU Boulder Media Relations:
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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada funding study to improve wellbeing in mining communities in Northern Ontario

    Source: Government of Canada News (2)

    News release

    FedNor’s contribution supporting the completion of a fact-finding mission and case study to help communities in Northern Ontario better respond to opportunities and challenges in the mining sector

    October 9, 2024 – Sudbury, ON – Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario – FedNor

    Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, and Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages, today announced that the Government of Canada is providing the City of Greater Sudbury with $150,000 in fundingfor a fact-finding mission and case study project aimed at improving wellbeing in mining communities in Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister to Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.

    Funded through the Northern Ontario Development Program, the report adds to six previous case studies completed by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) as part of its Mining Regions and Cities Initiative. The study will include a review of the regulatory and policy environment for mining and related industries, with the goal of making recommendations for consideration by the federal and provincial governments.

    To achieve this the OECD, in cooperation with Northern Ontario stakeholders, will explore the impact of  the mining sector on economic, social and environmental wellbeing in Northern Ontario. This includes looking at its contribution to regional development, and assessing the progress of regional strategies and policies on improving the business environment for mining in Northern Ontario. Additionally, the fact-finding mission will create opportunities for knowledge exchange and learning among communities and the private sector.

    Quotes

    “Today’s investment of $150,000 into Northern Ontario mining and supply services sector will help better understand the opportunities and challenges miners face, how to protect the environment, and develop the needed support for long-term success within the industry.”

    –       The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor

    “Sudbury has a rich history rooted in the mining sector that has expanded over the years to include a diverse mining supply and services industry. By supporting this study, the Government Canada is demonstrating its commitment to wellbeing of Northern Ontario and ensuring that the sector will continue to thrive, along with the communities and people that play a crucial role in its success.”

    –       Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury

    “Today’s announcement will help us identify, plan for and develop a roadmap that will help lead us to a stronger, more sustainable mining industry that respects the environment and creates meaningful jobs for Canadians. We are proud to partner with the City of Greater Sudbury, the OECD and communities across the region to complete a full review of the regulatory and policy environment to develop recommendations to make mining stronger here at home and around the world.”

    –       Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages

    “The City of Greater Sudbury is grateful for FedNor’s support and is excited to be partnering with the OECD on this important fact-finding mission. We know that Northern Ontario is home to a world-class mining and mining supply and services sector, and this study will allow us to identify our competitive advantages and share lessons learned with fellow OECD members.”

    –       Paul Lefebvre, Mayor, City of Greater Sudbury

    Quick facts

    • The funding announced today is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program, which enables communities and First Nations to increase the number of community and/or regional economic development initiatives implemented, leading to increased business investment, job creation, and regional collaboration and partnerships.

    • The OECD is an international organization that works to build better policies for better lives. Their goal is to shape policies that foster prosperity, equality, opportunity and well-being for all. Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, they work on establishing evidence-based international standards and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges.

    • The OECD’s Mining Cities and Regions Initiative serves as a platform for exchanging good practices and promoting international standards aimed at improving well-being outcomes in mining regions.

    • The Government of Canada’s Prosperity and Growth Strategy for Northern Ontario identifies investing in building the economic development capacity of municipalities and Indigenous communities in the region as a key action.

    Associated links

    Contacts

    Jennifer Kozelj
    Press Secretary
    Office of the Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor
    jennifer.kozelj@sac-isc.gc.ca

    Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
    Media Relations

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Celebrates ENERGY STAR Day with Facility Efficiency & Green Shipping

    Source: Samsung

    As we celebrate the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR Day on October 9 and Energy Awareness Month throughout October, Samsung Electronics America is proud to spotlight two significant milestones that reflect our unwavering commitment to sustainability. From energy-efficient operations to greener transportation methods, Samsung continues to lead by example in reducing our environmental impact. Our Logan, Utah facility recently earned the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry recognition, and we’ve also joined the EPA’s SmartWay® Transport Partnership, both reflecting our dedication to creating a more sustainable future.
    Leading by Example: EPA Recognition for Energy Efficiency at Logan, Utah Facility
    In a major achievement aligned with the spirit of Energy Awareness Month, the Prismview – A Samsung Electronics Company commercial display manufacturing facility based in Logan, Utah, was recognized by the EPA for reducing its energy intensity by 10% in just one year, earning the prestigious ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry designation. This challenge encourages industrial sites worldwide to reduce their energy intensity by 10% over five years. Samsung’s Logan site accomplished this goal far ahead of schedule, thanks to the efforts of our Workplace Operations and Facility Management teams, who developed and implemented energy demand mitigation strategies across our enterprise.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Smart New Laser Technology Can Monitor Greenhouse Gases Faster, More Sensitively

    Source: US Government research organizations

    Esther Baumann works in the lab where a team of researchers has developed an improved version of a laser-based measurement technique called dual-comb spectroscopy. 

    Credit: R.Jacobson/NIST

    Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a new laser-based technique that could dramatically improve our ability to analyze a variety of materials and gases, including greenhouse gases. This new method, called “free-form dual-comb spectroscopy,” offers a faster, more flexible and more sensitive way to analyze substances in the air and other materials.

    In this specific study, published in Nature Photonics, researchers demonstrated that their laboratory-based system could detect a single gas, in this case the potent greenhouse gas methane, with 22 times higher sensitivity than a traditional dual-comb system. This increased sensitivity could one day help identify small leaks or emissions that might otherwise go unnoticed, potentially aiding in efforts to combat climate change.

    Technological Advancements

    Spectroscopy is a sophisticated technique that allows scientists to identify and measure different materials by observing how they interact with light. Just as a prism separates white light into a rainbow of colors, spectroscopy separates the light coming from or passing through a substance, revealing its unique “fingerprint” and providing valuable information about its properties and composition.

    The NIST researchers have created an improved version of a laser-based measurement technique called dual-comb spectroscopy. Dual-comb spectroscopy is a particularly high-resolution form of spectroscopy that allows many colors of light to be examined at the same time and in fine detail.

    The new laser measurement technique improves on older methods by allowing scientists to control the timing of laser pulses with incredible precision. This precise control lets them focus on the most important parts of a sample’s fingerprint and ignore areas that don’t provide useful information. As a result, the smarter system can detect and measure substances much faster than before.

    This new approach can be used in several ways. For example, scientists can use it to quickly create images showing how the gas is distributed in space. Alternatively, if researchers don’t know exactly what kind of gas is in the area they are investigating, they can use a generic technique called compressive sampling. This is a “smart” method of making measurements, concentrating on areas likely to have important information and taking fewer measurements elsewhere. This strategy makes the whole process 10 to 100 times more efficient than traditional methods.

    Visualizing Gas Plumes

    This technology can create fast, detailed images of a variety of gas clouds. In this study, researchers created real-time images of methane plumes. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, so being able to detect and address these leaks efficiently could one day help protect the environment and improve air quality. By quickly generating images of methane plumes, scientists could quickly identify where gas is escaping. 

    Methane cloud with free-form dual-comb spectroscopy

    Researchers use free-form dual-comb spectroscopy to make videos like this 2D methane cloud. Dark areas mean there’s little or no methane present, while brighter colors show where there’s more methane. Because it can take pictures very quickly, this technology can show how the methane cloud creates swirling patterns and changes in real time, which wasn’t possible previously. This technology can be easily adjusted to look for different gases, not just methane.

    This technique is useful not only for detecting greenhouse gases but for any situation in which scientists need to identify and measure gases.

    Two Lasers Are Better Than One

    Free-form dual-comb spectroscopy may be a mouthful to pronounce, but understanding how this technology works can be more easily digested by breaking it down into several parts that work seamlessly together.

    The heart of this method lies in the Nobel Prize-winning optical frequency comb, a laser tool that produces light at a series of equally spaced, precise frequencies that resemble the teeth of a comb. These frequency combs are used for a variety of purposes, from precision timekeeping to medical diagnostics and even the search for elusive dark matter.

    The “dual-comb” aspect of this technology refers to the use of two optical frequency combs working together. This approach enables rapid, precise measurements of substances by analyzing how they interact with the light from both combs. This technique is much faster than a single comb and can provide more detailed information than many traditional spectroscopy methods.

    “Free-form” refers to the flexibility in highly precise frequency comb control that has recently become possible. The frequency combs emit light pulses that are just 100 femtoseconds in duration. Inside each of these brief light bursts, there’s an electric field that vibrates extremely rapidly, millions of millions of times per second. The ability to quickly and accurately control this fast light allows researchers to improve and adjust how they take measurements.

    Dual-Comb’s Next Big Leap

    As the world grapples with environmental challenges and the need for improved safety measures, this innovative laser technology offers a promising new tool. By enabling smarter detection of gases and other substances, it could play a crucial role in protecting both public health and the environment in the years to come.

    The researchers plan to continue improving their system in the laboratory, making it even faster and adapting their approach to work with a wide range of laser wavelengths.

    “The flexibility of our system means it could be adapted for a wide range of applications,” said NIST researcher Esther Baumann. “In the future, we might see more versatile and efficient sensors based on this technology in everything from air quality monitors to food safety detectors to studying how materials burn or assessing muscle health noninvasively.”

    Paper: Fabrizio R. Giorgetta, Simon Potvin, Jean-Daniel Deschênes, Ian Coddington, Nathan R. Newbury and Esther Baumann. Free-form dual-comb spectroscopy for compressive sensing and imaging. Nature Photonics. Published online Sept 30, 2024. DOI:10.1038/s41566-024-01530-y

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Vuk Talks Season 2 Episode 22 Joseph Maraba Electricity Regulation Amendment Act

    Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements-2)

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act which sets out far-reaching reforms of South Africa’s electricity sector, including the establishment of a competitive electricity market.

    The Bill assented to by the President amends the Electricity Regulation Act of 2006 to respond to current realities in the electricity sector and open up pathways to greater competition and reduced energy costs; increase investment in new generation capacity to achieve energy security; establish an independent transmission company as the custodian of the national grid; and impose severe penalties for damage to and sabotage of infrastructure.

    Joseph Maraba breaks down this act and its implications.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0kW_nMYDZ0

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Celebrates ENERGY STAR Day with Facility Efficiency & Green Shipping

    Source: Samsung

    As we celebrate the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR Day on October 9 and Energy Awareness Month throughout October, Samsung Electronics America is proud to spotlight two significant milestones that reflect our unwavering commitment to sustainability. From energy-efficient operations to greener transportation methods, Samsung continues to lead by example in reducing our environmental impact. Our Logan, Utah facility recently earned the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry recognition, and we’ve also joined the EPA’s SmartWay® Transport Partnership, both reflecting our dedication to creating a more sustainable future.
    Leading by Example: EPA Recognition for Energy Efficiency at Logan, Utah Facility
    In a major achievement aligned with the spirit of Energy Awareness Month, the Prismview – A Samsung Electronics Company commercial display manufacturing facility based in Logan, Utah, was recognized by the EPA for reducing its energy intensity by 10% in just one year, earning the prestigious ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry designation. This challenge encourages industrial sites worldwide to reduce their energy intensity by 10% over five years. Samsung’s Logan site accomplished this goal far ahead of schedule, thanks to the efforts of our Workplace Operations and Facility Management teams, who developed and implemented energy demand mitigation strategies across our enterprise.

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  • MIL-OSI: The U.S. Department of Energy Selects Craft to Protect Federal Investments from Foreign Influence

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Craft, the supply chain resilience company, today announced its risk management platform was selected by the United States Department of Energy (DoE) to provide risk assessments for companies that apply for awards and loans through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The collaboration is part of a larger effort to protect U.S. energy infrastructure, technology, intellectual property, and federal investments from hostile foreign nations and influence.

    Currently, more than 500 employees across 61 federal government organizations use the Craft platform in support of the SBIR program to enhance their due diligence practices. The DoE’s Office of Research, Technology & Economic Security is the latest agency to use Craft to conduct due diligence on SBIR award applicants. This formerly manual process is now completed quickly and accurately, and supports compliance with the U.S. SBIR And STTR Extension Act of 2022. With Craft, the DoE can discover foreign ownership and associations across myriad data points including patents, licensing, board seats, politically exposed people, investor locations, blocklists, ultimate beneficial ownership (UBO), and more.

    “The U.S. invests significantly in the private sector to support the country’s energy infrastructure and technological innovation. However, foreign influence poses a major threat,” said Brian Mackerer, group director, Government and Defense Sector, Craft. “Craft’s platform provides the DoE with a gold standard for due diligence and ensures that all investments will advance U.S. energy interests.”

    Craft’s due diligence data and intelligence can be accessed by any U.S. government agency for faster risk assessments and to avoid duplicative work. Its platform will continue to be essential for the DoE and other government agencies to invest confidently and quickly on SBIR awards for important energy technology across batteries, electric grid infrastructure, and renewable and clean energy.

    “Foreign influence is increasingly more difficult to detect and manual vetting processes can slow the rate of U.S. innovation and technological progress,” said a representative from the Department of Energy’s Office of Research, Technology & Economic Security. “Craft’s platform allows us to vet federal funds candidates easier and faster to ensure they are free of hostile foreign influence.”

    Craft’s work with the DoE is the latest in a series of announcements with the U.S. government. In May 2024, Craft announced a $28 million, five-year agreement with the Secretary of the Air Force to bolster due diligence efforts across the Department of Defense. In March 2024, it announced a partnership with Strider Technologies, Inc. to enrich the data used to identify foreign influence within supply chains for federal government agencies and organizations engaged in government contracts.

    “Our vision is for Craft to be the supply chain risk and resilience partner-of-choice for the U.S. government. This collaboration is another step forward in that direction,” said Mackerer.

    For more information about Craft, visit http://www.craft.co or contact press@craft.co.

    About Craft

    Craft illuminates the path to global supply chain resilience. It empowers businesses to strengthen their supplier networks and supply chains with the industry’s most reliable and comprehensive data fabric and advanced risk mitigation engine. Craft’s user-friendly platform offers 360-degree visibility to explore and evaluate supplier networks, AI-driven insights to detect and mitigate disruptions, and collaborative tools to enhance supply chain strategies. Procurement and supply chain professionals can confidently navigate regulatory environments, adhere to ethical standards, and ensure business continuity. Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Craft assists commercial and governmental organizations worldwide in creating more resilient supply chains. For more information about Craft, visit http://www.craft.co.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Professionals & Students Gather in Mexico City for First IADC Latin America Regional Forum

    Source: International Association of Drilling Contractors – IADC

    Headline: Professionals & Students Gather in Mexico City for First IADC Latin America Regional Forum

    On 25 September, IADC headquarters and the IADC Latin America Chapter hosted the first-ever IADC Latin America Regional Forum in Mexico City. The event drew 160+ attendees, including 25 students. We were pleased to sponsor students from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco (UJAT), and Universidad Olmeca to attend the forum.

    With its top panels and speakers, this forum explored specific issues affecting this sector. Regional operations have their own unique requirements, and IADC’s Latin America Regional Forum explored those opportunities and challenges. 

    PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: 

    • Mexico’s Unlocked Potential 
    • Contractor Panel
    • Oil & Gas Industry Key Mexican Tax Considerations
    • Enhancing Red Zone Safety in the Drilling Industry
    • Education & Retention: How PAE has Fostered a Culture of Learning and Growth in Well Control & Well Integrity
    • Valaris Basic Training Rig Initiative
    • Cultivating Excellence: Strategies for Building a Culture of Continuous Learning & Innovation in Oil & Gas Companies
    • The Positive Effects of a Bottom-up Approach to Safety
    • Keynote Presentation: The Trion Project, First Deepwater Development in Mexico
    • Latin America Drilling Forecast: Well Mix & Potential Risks
    • Key Technologies to Maximize Performance & Minimize Risks in Integrated Services Drilling Projects
    • From Enabling to Optimizing with Controlled Mud Level MPD
    • Operator Panel

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this inaugural event! 

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: St. Petersburg Gas Forum 2024: Polytech Showcases Cutting-Edge Developments

    MILES AXLE Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    From October 8 to 11, the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum 2024 is being held in the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre in St. Petersburg. Russia’s leading technical university and the flagship university of PJSC Gazprom, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, traditionally participates in the exhibition and scientific-business programme of the forum. This year, SPbPU and the St. Petersburg Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences presented a joint stand.

    The St. Petersburg International Gas Forum can be called a unique event without exaggeration, because it is not only an exhibition of achievements in the gas industry, but also provides opportunities for a meaningful dialogue between business, government and science. This is necessary to ensure the technological independence of the Russian energy industry, – noted the rector of SPbPU, chairman of the St. Petersburg branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences Andrey Rudskoy.

    Among the innovative developments that forum guests can see at the Polytechnic stand is the installation of selective laser melting with high-temperature heating of the working area “Mercury”, which solves the problems of import preemption in the economy of our country. This is an innovative project, which has no analogues in Russia. The new equipment was created in cooperation with an industrial partner – the company 3DLAM. Thanks to additive metal printing technologies, which Polytechnic is now actively engaged in, it has become possible to manufacture products of the most complex shapes from difficult-to-process alloys. The resulting samples are highly durable and reliable.

    The unit is capable of heating the working area to 1300 degrees for printing new-generation heat-resistant alloys. Joint repair of T32 engine components — the Ladoga gas pumping unit — is currently being discussed.

    In our partnership, we act as an equipment manufacturer, and Polytech acts as a technology center that develops the technology itself, works out modes and prepares technical specifications, according to which we create innovative installations, noted Nikolai Drobchenko, head of the 3DLAM additive technology department.

    Specialists from the research laboratory “Laser and Additive Technologies” of the Institute of Metallurgy and Metallurgy of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University also demonstrate the mobile laser cladding complex “Nomad” and components of gas turbine engines restored using the laser cladding method.

    “Here, there is a synergy of combining scientific research, technological and production experience,” said Mikhail Kuznetsov, head of the Laser and Additive Technologies Research Laboratory. “And all of this is combined into a new development. In this case, it is a layer-by-layer growth complex with high-temperature heating.”

    Also at the Polytechnic stand, you can get acquainted with the work of virtual demonstration complexes based on VR technologies to study the main actions during maintenance and operation of compressor equipment used at underground gas storage facilities.

    Traditionally, the SPbPU History Museum takes part in the exhibition. Its employees tell visitors to the stand about the Polytechnic gas plant, which produced lighting gas for laboratories.

    SPbPU and SPbB RAS stand: L2, Pavilion G.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please note; This information is raw content directly from the information source. It is accurate to what the source is stating and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    http://www.spbstu.ru/media/nevs/partnership/St. Petersburg-gas-forum-2024-polytech-demonstrates-advanced-developments/

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Stormont establishment putting institutions before child safeguarding

    Source: Traditional Unionist Voice – Northern Ireland

    Statement by TUV MLA Timothy Gaston:

    “Confirmation in today’s Belfast Telegraph from the DUP, UUP, Alliance and SDLP that none of their MLAs will sign my motion of no confidence in the First Minister and the Economy Minister is confirmation, if anyone was in doubt, that the Stormont establishment puts preservation of the institutions before child safeguarding.

    “Since the scandal broke, I have been in contact with people across the political spectrum in Northern Ireland appalled that it has been left to one MLA to ask the questions which matter about this issue and push for action.

    “Frankly, Stormont is unrepresentative of the mood of the country when 89 out of 90 MLAs say they have confidence in Ms O’Neill and Mr Murphy.

    “Parties others than TUV have and may well continue to huff and puff about this issue but it is all sound and fury signifying nothing when there is a motion in the business office which they all refuse to sign.

    “I would urge people to raise this issue with their local MLAs.”

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Government honours victims on anniversary of attack against Israel

    Source: Government of Sweden

    Government honours victims on anniversary of attack against Israel – Government.se

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    On 7 October 2023, Hamas committed the worst mass murder of Jews since the Holocaust. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson was joined by other ministers in a ceremony at Stockholm’s Great Synagogue on the evening of 7 October 2024 to honour the memory of the victims of the attack.

    • Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson delivers a speech during the memorial ceremony at Stockholm’s Great Synagogue on 7 October.

      Photo: Ninni Andersson/Government Offices

    • Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in discussion at the memorial ceremony at Stockholm’s Great Synagogue on 7 October, the anniversary of the 2023 terrorist attack against Israel.

      Photo: Tom Samuelsson/Government Offices

    • Minister for Energy, Business and Industry Ebba Busch, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister for Migration Johan Forssell, Minister for Gender Equality and Working Life Paulina Brandberg and Minister for Civil Defence Carl Oskar Bohlin attended the memorial ceremony.

      Photo: Tom Samuelsson/Government Offices

    Mr Kristersson delivered a speech during the ceremony and spoke about honouring the memory of those murdered on 7 October, the importance of an immediate and unconditional release of the hostages and the need for the whole of Swedish society to continue to fight antisemitism.

    Aron Verständig, Chair of the Official Council of Swedish Jewish Communities, and Ziv Nevo Kulman, Israel’s Ambassador to Sweden also spoke.

    Other Government representatives in attendance were Minister for Energy, Business and Industry Ebba Busch, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister for Migration Johan Forssell, Minister for Gender Equality and Working Life Paulina Brandberg and Minister for Civil Defence Carl Oskar Bohlin. 

    The ceremony was organised by the Jewish Community in Stockholm and the Embassy of Israel in Stockholm.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Professionals & Students Gather in Mexico City for First IADC Latin America Regional Forum

    Source: International Association of Drilling Contractors – IADC

    Headline: Professionals & Students Gather in Mexico City for First IADC Latin America Regional Forum

    On 25 September, IADC headquarters and the IADC Latin America Chapter hosted the first-ever IADC Latin America Regional Forum in Mexico City. The event drew 160+ attendees, including 25 students. We were pleased to sponsor students from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco (UJAT), and Universidad Olmeca to attend the forum.

    With its top panels and speakers, this forum explored specific issues affecting this sector. Regional operations have their own unique requirements, and IADC’s Latin America Regional Forum explored those opportunities and challenges. 

    PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: 

    • Mexico’s Unlocked Potential 
    • Contractor Panel
    • Oil & Gas Industry Key Mexican Tax Considerations
    • Enhancing Red Zone Safety in the Drilling Industry
    • Education & Retention: How PAE has Fostered a Culture of Learning and Growth in Well Control & Well Integrity
    • Valaris Basic Training Rig Initiative
    • Cultivating Excellence: Strategies for Building a Culture of Continuous Learning & Innovation in Oil & Gas Companies
    • The Positive Effects of a Bottom-up Approach to Safety
    • Keynote Presentation: The Trion Project, First Deepwater Development in Mexico
    • Latin America Drilling Forecast: Well Mix & Potential Risks
    • Key Technologies to Maximize Performance & Minimize Risks in Integrated Services Drilling Projects
    • From Enabling to Optimizing with Controlled Mud Level MPD
    • Operator Panel

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this inaugural event! 

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Third IADC Student Chapter in India Officially Established at Indian Institute of Technolgy!

    Source: International Association of Drilling Contractors – IADC

    Headline: Third IADC Student Chapter in India Officially Established at Indian Institute of Technolgy!

    On the 3rd October 2024, the third IADC Student Chapter in India was inaugurated at the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) in Dhanbad in the state of Jharkhand.

    The school was founded in 1926, making it the oldest oil- and gas university in India, and is also considered quite prestigious. There are around 7,000 students, with 400 in the petroleum engineering department alone. The faculty counts around 375 members in total.

    Professor Keka Ojha, Head of the Petroleum Engineering Department, said she was extremely proud of the establishment of the IADC IIT (ISM) Student Chapter in Dhanbad. She was confident that this would be beneficial from an educational perspective and that it would open possibilities for students to engage more closely with the industry.

    The inauguration was witnessed by several dignitaries, including Mr. O.P. Singh, Director, ONGC and Chairman of the IADC South Central Asia Chapter. The inauguration itself was symbolized by a ceremonial “cutting of the cake.”

    The two other IADC Student Chapters in India are at the Maharashtra Institute of Technology – World Peace University (MIT-WPU) in Pune in the state of Maharastra, and the Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) in Ahmadebad in the state of Gujarat.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: SHIP Act Report

    Source: US Energy Information Administration

    Petroleum & Other Liquids

    Crude oil, gasoline, heating oil, diesel, propane, and other liquids including biofuels and natural gas liquids.

    Natural Gas

    Exploration and reserves, storage, imports and exports, production, prices, sales.

    Electricity

    Sales, revenue and prices, power plants, fuel use, stocks, generation, trade, demand & emissions.

    Coal

    Reserves, production, prices, employment and productivity, distribution, stocks, imports and exports.

    Total Energy

    Comprehensive data summaries, comparisons, analysis, and projections integrated across all energy sources.

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  • MIL-OSI: Athli App Launches “Body Temple” by Linn Lowes: A New Fitness Program Designed to Push Your Limits

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In celebration of her birthday, celebrity trainer Linn Lowes is launching her latest fitness program, Body Temple – Not Your Typical Gym-program, exclusively on the Athli App. This new six-week challenge offers a dynamic, gym-based regimen that’s crafted to take users out of their comfort zones and deliver serious results.

    Available starting October 6, Body Temple offers a balanced mix of classic weightlifting routines and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions to help users build strength, increase endurance, and sculpt their bodies. The program runs four days a week, ensuring participants stay engaged while accommodating the physical recovery time that fuels true progress.

    “This plan is all about breaking through barriers,” says Linn Lowes, founder of Athli and lead trainer. “It’s not about staying comfortable; it’s about pushing yourself beyond what you thought possible. Whether you’re looking to build lean muscle, target glutes, or boost overall fitness, Body Temple will keep your body guessing and growing.”

    The first week offers a sneak peek into what participants can expect:

    • Day 1: Shake It Off – Up Tempo Lifting
    • Day 2: Golden Glutes – Lower Body with Glute Focus
    • Day 3: Rest
    • Day 4: Build Your Beast – Upper Body
    • Day 5: Endurance Energy – Up Tempo Lifting
    • Day 6 & 7: Rest

    This program marks another significant step in Athli’s mission to provide empowering fitness programs for women. Athli, owned by Appex Group Inc., continues to grow its offerings, expanding the app’s diverse training options that help users stay motivated and achieve their health goals.

    “We’re excited to introduce Body Temple to our Athli community,” said Karetha Strand, CEO of Appex. “This program reflects our commitment to delivering high-impact fitness experiences. Linn’s unique approach aligns perfectly with our mission of helping users push past their limits to achieve personal strength and growth.”

    With Body Temple, Athli aims to provide users with the tools to feel empowered and accomplished, no matter where they are in their fitness journey. The launch of this program underscores Athli’s continued commitment to elevating the fitness experience for women.

    About Athli:

    Athli is a women’s fitness app owned by Appex Group Inc. and founded by celebrity trainer Linn Lowes. The app offers a comprehensive suite of features, including gym and home workout plans, pregnancy programs, step tracking, nutrition guidance, and more. Athli is designed to be a complete fitness solution for women, helping users achieve their health and fitness goals with ease.

    For more information about Athli and the new Body Temple program, visit https://www.athli.store/.

    To download the Athli App on iOS, visit https://apps.apple.com/us/app/athli-female-fitness-coach/id1546738786.

    Media Contact:

    Kerri Walsh
    press@joinappex.com   
    +1 (617) 209-9498

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  • MIL-OSI Banking: 🇮🇱 Zion Oil & Gas Update: October 9, 2024

    Source: Zion Oil and Gas

    Headline: Zion Oil & Gas Update: October 9, 2024

    October 9, 2024

     

    Dear Zion Shareholders and Supporters,

    During these challenging times, we are thankful to report that our staff and rig remain safe in Israel despite the ongoing conflict. The security and well-being of our personnel are paramount to our success. We continue to work within Israeli guidelines ensuring the continued protection of our staff, crew, and well site.

    While our MJ-01 re-completion project has faced a multitude of hurdles, including an active conflict, downhole issues and logistical challenges, we continue to move forward each time a safe opportunity permits continuation of operations. However, we will only move forward in coordination with Israeli authorities. We are actively monitoring the port situation to import the items needed to complete the current work program. We remain optimistic about making significant progress in the coming months.

    In light of the current situation, we have decided to extend our Unit Program until December 31, 2024. This extension gives investors additional time to participate and support our crucial mission for Israel. Importantly, the warrants associated with the Unit Program will also be extended and exercisable from January 31, 2025, to January 31, 2026.

    Your prayers and ongoing support are greatly appreciated by our team in Israel. Our monthly public prayer time over Zoom in September saw over 250 join us live from 14 nations around the world. We remain committed to moving forward safely, efficiently, and with unwavering faith in God’s vision for the oil of Israel.

    Thank you for standing with Israel and Zion.

    Robert Dunn
    CEO

    “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life; whom shall I dread?”
    Psalm 27:1 NASB

    “I sought the Lord, and he answered me;
    he delivered me from all my fears.
    Those who look to him are radiant;
    their faces are never covered with shame.
    This poor man called, and the Lord heard him;
    he saved him out of all his troubles.
    The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him,
    and he delivers them.
    Taste and see that the Lord is good;
    blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
    Psalm 34:4-8 NIV

    Extended…

    For each $250.00 UNIT you receive:

      • Common stock at the average of the high and low sale price on OTC: ZNOG for the day if purchased before 4:00pm EST. Purchases after 4:00pm EST will receive the following day’s high-low average.
      • 50 Warrants with an exercise price of $0.25 each.

      Note: Those who purchase UNITS and sign up (or are already enrolled) for Automatic Monthly Investments (AMI), will also receive: 50 Additional Warrants if at least $50/month (one time only).

      Warrants exercisable for 12 months (one year) from January 31, 2025 to January 31, 2026

      Invest Now

    MIL OSI Global Banks –

  • MIL-OSI Banking: 🇮🇱 Zion Oil & Gas Update: October 9, 2024

    Source: Zion Oil and Gas

    Headline: Zion Oil & Gas Update: October 9, 2024

    October 9, 2024

     

    Dear Zion Shareholders and Supporters,

    During these challenging times, we are thankful to report that our staff and rig remain safe in Israel despite the ongoing conflict. The security and well-being of our personnel are paramount to our success. We continue to work within Israeli guidelines ensuring the continued protection of our staff, crew, and well site.

    While our MJ-01 re-completion project has faced a multitude of hurdles, including an active conflict, downhole issues and logistical challenges, we continue to move forward each time a safe opportunity permits continuation of operations. However, we will only move forward in coordination with Israeli authorities. We are actively monitoring the port situation to import the items needed to complete the current work program. We remain optimistic about making significant progress in the coming months.

    In light of the current situation, we have decided to extend our Unit Program until December 31, 2024. This extension gives investors additional time to participate and support our crucial mission for Israel. Importantly, the warrants associated with the Unit Program will also be extended and exercisable from January 31, 2025, to January 31, 2026.

    Your prayers and ongoing support are greatly appreciated by our team in Israel. Our monthly public prayer time over Zoom in September saw over 250 join us live from 14 nations around the world. We remain committed to moving forward safely, efficiently, and with unwavering faith in God’s vision for the oil of Israel.

    Thank you for standing with Israel and Zion.

    Robert Dunn
    CEO

    “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life; whom shall I dread?”
    Psalm 27:1 NASB

    “I sought the Lord, and he answered me;
    he delivered me from all my fears.
    Those who look to him are radiant;
    their faces are never covered with shame.
    This poor man called, and the Lord heard him;
    he saved him out of all his troubles.
    The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him,
    and he delivers them.
    Taste and see that the Lord is good;
    blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
    Psalm 34:4-8 NIV

    Extended…

    For each $250.00 UNIT you receive:

      • Common stock at the average of the high and low sale price on OTC: ZNOG for the day if purchased before 4:00pm EST. Purchases after 4:00pm EST will receive the following day’s high-low average.
      • 50 Warrants with an exercise price of $0.25 each.

      Note: Those who purchase UNITS and sign up (or are already enrolled) for Automatic Monthly Investments (AMI), will also receive: 50 Additional Warrants if at least $50/month (one time only).

      Warrants exercisable for 12 months (one year) from January 31, 2025 to January 31, 2026

      Invest Now

    MIL OSI Global Banks –