Geeks Without Frontiers & the N50 Initiative Call for Accelerating Science/Space Cooperation @ US-Africa Leaders Summit

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Science at the US-Africa Leaders Summit, Washington, DC, 12-15 December 2022

Geeks Without Frontiers

The revolutions in communications satellites, launch vehicles, Internet of Things and big data allow for immediate partnerships between universities, NGOs and national governments”

— Michael Potter

WASHINGTON, D.C., USA, December 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The U.S.-Africa Summit, hosted by the White House, runs from December 13th through the 15th, 2022. The Summit seeks to communicate the country’s enduring commitment to Africa and underscore the importance of U.S.-Africa relations and increased cooperation on shared global priorities.
As part of the Summit's overall

The Winter of Discontent for Electricity: USEA Looks Ahead

Expect electric shortages in the Midwest, parts of the South, the Northeast, and Texas; and expect voltage reductions and blackouts in those regions.

If there are major blackouts there will be political fallout with some blaming renewables and others the gas industry for supply limitations and profit-seeking.”

— Llewellyn King

WASHINGTON DC, USA, December 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Winter is bearing down on the nation’s electric utilities. It has had a furious start with rain and snow in the West, and cold across the Midwest and the Northeast.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has been emphatic:

Mayor Bowser Kicks Off DC Startup Week by Opening Applications for $2 Million Inclusive Innovation Equity Impact Fund

Washington, DC – Today, to kick off DC Startup Week, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED), and 1863 Ventures opened applications for the nearly $2 million investment round of the Inclusive Innovation Equity Impact Fund (IIEIF). The initiative, which launched last year, aims to address the variance in capital access for businesses that seldom receive early-stage funding through conventional financing. The inaugural class of IIEIF investments funded 15 enterprises

Methanol Institute Welcomes Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings as a New Member

MI looks forward to working with Norwegian as they explore the use of methanol as a key component of their climate action strategy.”

— Gregory Dolan, CEO, Methanol Institute

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, September 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Methanol Institute (MI) is pleased to welcome Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (Norwegian) as our newest member. Norwegian is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. The company has a combined fleet of 29

Leading Space Organizations in Support of Expanding the OSC’s Role in Orbital Debris Management

Estimated orbital debris plot. Credit: Braunschweig University

National Space Society, the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics, and the Secure World Foundation Seek More Funding For Office of Space Commerce

I hope this year brings us a step closer to a sustainable space environment. That stability will enable us to use the vast resources of space for the dramatic betterment of humanity...”

— Anita Gale, CEO of the National Space Society

WASHINGTON, D.C., US, September 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The National Space Society (NSS), American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA), and Secure World Foundation (SWF) recognize the importance of orbital debris management and advocate for the long-term sustainability of the orbital environment. The NSS is a D.C.-based, international non-profit that is the preeminent citizen’s voice on

A Different Brunch announces long awaited DC residency at Lima Twist

A Different Brunch - Brunch Apetit - Lima Twist

An all new upscale brunch experience is coming to Washington DC on September 18th. Brunch Apetit will feature a menu from celebrity chef Antonio Henderson.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A Different Brunch, the multi-city brunch experience has partnered with DC restaurant Lima Twist for a weekly Sunday Brunch Experience like no other. This sunday September 18th you are cordially invited to the launch of "Brunch Apetit" The menu will consist of delicious small plates of your favorite brunch classics, and of course bottomless mimosas. The ambience and jaw dropping decor and food presentation is sure to send you into a photo frenzy.

A Different Brunch was founded by Richmond VA nightlife pioneer Juan Pierce and live event digital specialist Octavion X and prior to announcing their DC residency at Lima Twist they have hosted other Brunch events at other notable restaurants in the area such as Bar Bao and Provision 14, as well as events in other cities such as Orlando, Atlanta and New York City. "Brunch Apetit" will feature Richmond, VA based Celebrity Chef Antonio Henderson.

Early reservations are strongly suggested.

Triple The Pleasure With The Dynamic Musical Fusion of Classical and Contemporary Provided by TAKE3

TAKE3

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, September 12, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With a flair for the wild and unexpected, the genre-defying trio, TAKE3, brings the refinement of a rigorous classical music background and infuses it with rock-star charisma.

With training at the World's top conservatories, TAKE3, created by violinist/vocalist Lindsay Deutsch (Yanni's featured violin soloist, with whom she