Cultivating local food at EHL’s 1893: Cultifutura’s vertical farming
26 Jul
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Cultivating local food at EHL’s 1893: Cultifutura’s vertical farming

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Technology tamfitronics In this interview, we speak with Emilia Konertthe co-founder and CEO of Cultifuturaa pioneer in vertical farming technology. Recently, Cultifutura's innovative solutions were implemented at the 1893 restaurant of EHL Hospitality Business School, marking a significant step towards sustainable local food supply. Emilia shares the story behind Cultifutura, discussing its origins, the challenges faced, and the opportunities realized. She also highlights the benefits of this technology for the EHL community, including fresh, locally-grown produce and hands-on education in sustainability. Join us as we listen to Emilia's vision for the future of urban farming and its impact on hospitality and sustainability.Collaborating with EHL chefs has been an exciting journey for us Emila said. Knowing Prof. Markus Venzin well from our time in...
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Three Reasons Why ConstructConnect Is a 2024 Technology Top Workplace
26 Jul
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Three Reasons Why ConstructConnect Is a 2024 Technology Top Workplace

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Technology tamfitronics We’re proud to share that ConstructConnect has been recognized as a 2024 Technology Top Workplace by Energage based on anonymous feedback from members of our team. This recognition is a result of the dedicated people who make up our team and the incredible “people first” culture that we continue to build together. The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. Details about how ConstructConnect builds a great workplace culture are available on Top Workplaces.To get a better idea of what it takes to be a Technology Top Workplace, we sat down with Chief People Officer Hope Needhamwho shared three reasons why ConstructConnect has an award-winning culture, each relating to three of our core values: People First, Expand Your Impact and Deliver Customer...
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Turner Construction Expands in Europe With Buy of Irish Engineer
26 Jul
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Turner Construction Expands in Europe With Buy of Irish Engineer

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Technology tamfitronics Turner Construction plans to acquire Dornan Engineering Group, in a deal still subject to regulatory approval. Image: Getty Images Turner Construction Co. plans to expand its footprint and services in Europe with the acquisition of Dornan Engineering Group, an Ireland-based specialist in electrical and mechanical engineering and advanced technology construction that works throughout the continent.The deal, whose price was not disclosed, is subject to regulatory approval.U.S.-based Turner, ranked No. 1 on the ENR Top 400 Contractors listreported 2023 revenue of $17.1 billion, with $666 million coming from non-domestic operations.Dornan is owned by some of its senior managers and expects to report 2024 revenue of about $760 million, according to a statement issued by Turner. With a staff of 1,000, the Cork-based firm...
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New scans reveal mummified crocodile’s last meal

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Technology tamfitronics Crocodiles played an important spiritual role in ancient Egypt. This mummified reptile comes from the cult center of Kom Ombo, in southern Egypt.Photograph by Kenneth Garrett, Nat Geo Image CollectionThe adult reptile remained intact as scientists used X-ray technology to look deep inside the belly of the ancient beast.Three-dimensional x-ray scans have revealed the last hours of a Nile crocodile that was mummified in ancient Egypt. The surprise discovery provides important evidence for how the Egyptians viewed and dealt with these dangerous reptiles, thousands of which were preserved and wrapped as religious offerings.The scans show that the seven-foot-long wild beast had both a fish and a metal fishhook in its stomach when it died, likely more than 2,000 years ago. The fish appears mostly undigested, indicating it was the croc’s last meal.The reptile...
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