Definition of a Net-Zero Energy Home A Net-Zero Energy Home (NZEH) is “capable of producing‚ at minimum‚ an annual output of renewable energy that is equal to the total amount of its annual consumed/purchased energy from energy utilities” and emits zero net carbon (1). This concept is becoming increasingly popular as people are becoming more aware of the effects of buildings on the environment. However‚ to build a net-zero home‚ in-depth design considerations to minimize “the energy requirements
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Opposition of Net Neutrality With as many parties that are in favor of net neutrality‚ there are an equal number who are against it. While net neutrality regulations allow for open‚ unrestricted access to the internet‚ it could also be said that restriction is an option that needs to be allowed to Internet service providers in order for them to recoup initial investments costs if they deem it necessary. It’s also a valid point that because there has been limited government oversight since the mid
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Inclusive Growth and Poverty Reduction in Africa The Experience of Zambia Dr. Francis Chigunta Overview • After stagnating for much of its post‐colonial history‚ economic performance in Africa has improved remarkably in recent times • Average of 5.6 per cent a year • Africa was one of the fastest growing regions in the World from 2001 to 2008 • Despite the global economic crisis Africa’s ‘robust’ growth has since resumed. • 4.8 %on average in 2011 (World Bank)‚ with the • 5.2% (International Monetary Fund)
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How IT can add value to a company directly and indirectly. Information technology can add value to a company either directly or indirectly. Reducing the cost associated with a given products/services. Cost reduction could happen anywhere within acquisition of raw materials to delivery of final product/services. Cost reduction occurs in different forms‚ it usually occurs when IT allows the same activity or set of activities to be performed more efficiently (Diann‚ n.d.). IT may either reduce
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Opportunities in Brazil and Latin America Facts: Brazil has the 6th biggest economy in the world in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) derived from purchasing power parity (PPP) calculations. The Brazilian company Embraer is the world’s third biggest aircraft-producer and exporter after Boeing and Airbus. It specialises in ’regional’ jets‚ which is to say medium-sized planes that seat up to 110 passengers. Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of sugar‚ coffee‚ orange juice‚ soya‚ beef
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"How Can I Help My Friends Realize Their Value?" Word Count: 735 How can I help my friends realize their value? This question leads a person down a journey of self discovery. For me personally‚ I feel that one must realize their own value as a person in order to help others realize theirs. Often‚ we sell ourselves short and do not realize our own potential and how our actions and efforts affect and inspire others to be better. Friends have so many enduring qualities. They are loyal companions
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The idea of human equality has been defined in several ways throughout history. The concept of equality which most Americans relate to is based upon the idea of divine‚ God-granted natural rights. In a context relating to government‚ this would be a system of fair treatment and equal opportunity‚ which rewards all citizens equally‚ regardless of their contributions. This system is also known as Egalitarianism. Egalitarianism requires a powerful central government which closely resembles current-day
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What is Inclusive Growth? February 10‚ 2009 The purpose of this note is to define the meaning of the term ‘inclusive’ growth. It is often used interchangeably with a suite of other terms‚ including ‘broad-based growth’‚ ‘shared growth’‚ and ‘pro-poor growth’. The paper clarifies the distinctions between these terms as well as highlights similarities. The paper argues that inclusive growth analytics has a distinct character focusing on both the pace and pattern of growth. Traditionally‚ poverty
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report on Senior Personal Financial Consultant Cousin Phuong & Company Prepared for: Ms Lai Chong Yee (Lecturer) Unit 39: Financial Investment Opportunities Banking Academy‚ Hanoi BTEC HND in Business (Finance) Prepared by: Đào Kim Tuyến – Sally – Class F04A Registration No.: ITP F04-193 Submission Date: 10 January 2013 Financial Investment Opportunities Đào Kim Tuyến – Sally – F04-193 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................................................
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World Applied Sciences Journal 18 (5): 673-680‚ 2012 ISSN 1818-4952 © IDOSI Publications‚ 2012 DOI: 10.5829/idosi.wasj.2012.18.05.16712 The Relationship Between Unemployment and Economic Growth in Jordan and Some Arab Countries Mahmoud A. Al-Habees and Mohammed Abu Rumman Faculty of Planning and Management‚ AL-Balqa Applied University‚ Jordan Abstract: Unemployment is a negative phenomenon in any human society as it adversely affect in different dimensions and directions. In addition‚ it refers
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