OSHA Proposes Indoor, Outdoor Heat Standard

OSHA Proposes Indoor, Outdoor Heat Standard

On July 2, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released text of a proposed heat injury and illness prevention standard. The proposed regulation would contain requirements for water, shade, paid breaks, heat acclimatization, and training. Heat injury and illness prevention requirements would be triggered by a National Weather Service heat index of 80° Fahrenheit (F) or…

How governments can strengthen carbon markets and spur long-term success

How governments can strengthen carbon markets and spur long-term success

This is the third article in a six-part series examining how carbon markets can catalyze the transition to a green economy. Previous articles in this series describe reimagining carbon markets and a new model for additionality. One of the biggest challenges facing carbon markets is ensuring long-term transitions for project types that lack an underlying…

Facilities ‘Arms Race’ in College Athletics Shows no Signs of Slowing

Facilities ‘Arms Race’ in College Athletics Shows no Signs of Slowing

As more money infiltrates college sports, athletic departments continue spending sprees on upgrades College sports are undergoing a dramatic transformation. Athletes are experiencing more freedom than ever before, with the development of the transfer portal and the ability to move from school to school with no repercussions. The emergence of name, image and likeness (NIL)…

Hannibal Regional Receives $15 Million to Build New Cancer Center

Hannibal Regional Receives $15 Million to Build New Cancer Center

The new center will be in Kirksville, Missouri. On June 28, Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed the FY25 state budget, finalizing a $15,000,000 state appropriation to Hannibal Regional to build a new cancer center in Kirksville.  Since 2022, Kirksville has lacked life-saving radiation oncology services, creating an undue burden on area residents fighting cancer.  Hannibal…

Cardiac lab reno set for Windsor Regional Hospital

Cardiac lab reno set for Windsor Regional Hospital

Windsor Regional Hospital is getting a $31-million investment from the Ontario government to fund the renovation and expansion of its cardiac catheterization lab. A larger space of 17,000 square feet will support more vital cardiac procedures by adding a second catheterization table to reduce wait times for both urgent and elective care. Construction begins this…