Question: Following the cessation of commercial flights in the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist assaults, there emerged a noticeable decrease in ambient temperatures during that subsequent one-week period without aircraft operations. This observation suggests an intriguing correlation between aviation activities and local climate conditions.

9/11 Attacks: Consequences Beyond Tragedy
On September 11, 2001, America faced an unparalleled tragedy when four commercial aircraft were commandeered by nineteen members of the extremist organization al-Qaeda. These acts led to the catastrophic demise of nearly three thousand individuals, inflicted injuries upon thousands more, and incurred damages exceeding tens of billions of dollars in property losses alone.

Four flights—two each from American Airlines and United Airlines—all originating from East Coast airports destined for destinations in California became instruments of terror. Flights AA11 and UA175 struck the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in downtown Manhattan; within hours, the skyscrapers crumbled under the weight of the impact and subsequent infernos, taking down neighboring edifices and damaging several adjacent high-rises. Another flight, AA77, targeted the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, triggering structural collapses across sections of the military nerve center. Lastly, UA93 plummeted onto rural land in Pennsylvania following a revolt among passengers who sought to thwart the attackers' plans aimed potentially at Washington, D.C., landmarks.

In response to the assaults, suspicion swiftly turned toward al-Qaeda. Promptly, President George W. Bush declared war on terrorism, initiating invasions abroad targeting groups sheltering the perpetrators behind the carnage. Nations around the globe reinforced counterterrorism measures, granting enhanced authority to security personnel and intelligence operatives tasked with preventing future atrocities. Initially denying his role, al-Qaeda chief Osama Bin Laden eventually confessed to orchestrating the events of 9/11 during a public statement released years later. He justified the strikes based on perceived grievances related to US foreign policy, particularly concerning Middle Eastern affairs involving Israel, troop deployments in Saudi Arabia, and economic restrictions imposed on Iraq.

Following a prolonged manhunt spanning close to a decade, Bin Laden met his end courtesy of elite US Navy SEAL operators in early 2011. Meanwhile, the aftermath saw profound repercussions affecting various sectors domestically and globally. Financial districts suffered immensely, especially those situated below Canal Street where trading floors remained shuttered till mid-September alongside airspace closures extending through much of eastern North America. Outpourings of grief prompted widespread commemorations marked by memorial services, tributes, and remembrance ceremonies held nationwide.

Recovery operations commenced soon thereafter culminating roughly twenty-four months post-disaster. Rebuilding initiatives kicked off promptly at Ground Zero paving way for new developments symbolizing resilience amidst adversity. Amongst notable reconstructions stood Freedom Tower (later renamed One World Trade) inaugurated

The Reno Air Races , officially known as the National Championship Air Races , is a multi-day event tailored to the aviation community that takes place each September at the Reno Stead Airport a few miles north of Reno , Nevada . Air racing is billed as `` the world 's fastest motor sport '' and Reno is one of the few remaining venues . The event includes demonstrations by stunt pilots .

The Gremlin Special was a Douglas C-47 Skytrain that crashed during a sightseeing flight over the Shangri-La valley in New Guinea in 1945 . The recovery of the three survivors from an isolated valley surrounded by mountains , enemy troops , and native inhabitants made worldwide news at the time and is the subject of the 2011 book Lost in Shangri-La by author Mitchell Zuckoff .

This year saw the beginning of what became known as World War I and also saw the first airline to provide scheduled regular commercial passenger services with heavier-than-air aircraft with the St. Petersburg -- Tampa Airboat Line .

Kumasi International Airport is an international airport serving Kumasi , the capital of the Ashanti Region and the Ashantiland Sothern Ghana . It is the busiest airport on the Ashantiland Peninsula . Kumasi International Airport is located 6 kilometres ( 4 mi ) from Kumasi .   The airport was closed for a week in September - October 2012 to allow resurfacing of the tarmac .  The current traffic at the airport stands at 42,000 a month .

Laker Airways was a wholly private , British independentindependent from government-owned corporations airline founded by Sir Freddie Laker in 1966 . It originally was a charter airline flying passengers and cargo worldwide . Its head office was located at London Gatwick Airport in Crawley , England .   It became the second long-haul , low-cost , `` no frills '' airline in 1977 , operating low-fare scheduled services between London Gatwick Airport and New York City 's John F. Kennedy Airport ( after pioneering Icelandic low-cost carrier Loftleiðir ) .  The company did not survive the recession of the early 1980s and operated its last flight on 5 February 1982 , the day it went bankrupt .

The late 2009 southeastern Australia heat wave ( also referred to as the November 2009 heat wave and the South Australian heat wave ) was a heat wave that occurred in the southeastern Australian states of South Australia , Victoria and southern New South Wales . Daily maximum temperatures during the heat wave were roughly 10 ° C ( 18 ° F ) above average in many locations . Capital cities Adelaide and Melbourne recorded temperatures over 35 ° C , and some regional towns recorded temperatures above 40 ° C. Above average temperatures in the region began in late October and persisted until mid-November 2009 .   Many locations through the region broke temperature records for November . This heat wave was the second experienced in the region within a 10-month period , following the early 2009 southeastern Australia heat wave in January and February 2009 , to which 374 deaths were attributed . Although the earlier heat wave was far more intense , the later heat wave was more extensive and long lasting .   The heat wave was caused by a combination of factors , including hot , dry winds caused by a slow-moving high-pressure system that had settled over the Tasman Sea , an El Niño event occurring in the Pacific Ocean , and gradually rising temperatures across southern Australia , probably as a result of global warming .

The 1970 Marshall Thundering Herd football team represented the Marshall University in the 1970 college football season .   On November 14 , 1970 , Southern Airways Flight 932 , which was chartered by the school to fly the Thundering Herd football team , coaches , and fans to Kinston , North Carolina for a game against the East Carolina Pirates and back to Huntington , West Virginia crashed on approach to Tri-State Airport after clipping trees just west of the runway and impacting nose-first into a hollow . All 75 people on board died . It was the worst single air tragedy in NCAA sports history .

The 1906 San Francisco earthquake struck the coast of Northern California at 5:12 a.m. on April 18 with an estimated moment magnitude of 7.8 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI ( Extreme ) . Severe shaking was felt from Eureka on the North Coast to the Salinas Valley , an agricultural region to the south of the San Francisco Bay Area . Devastating fires soon broke out in the city and lasted for several days . As a result , about 3,000 people died and over 80 % of the city of San Francisco was destroyed . The events are remembered as one of the worst and deadliest natural disasters in the history of the United States . The death toll remains the greatest loss of life from a natural disaster in California 's history and high in the lists of American urban disasters .

Rex Smith Aeroplane Company was an American aircraft manufacturer in College Park , Maryland .   The founder , Rex Smith , was an inventor and a patent attorney . He placed his offices in Washington D.C. , and operations at College Park Airport . The company was capitalized with $ 500,000 in 1910 with Victor J Evans as president and Rex Smith as Vice president .   In 1911 , Rex Smith moved his hangar to line up with the Army Aviation School , and hired Frank Kastory from Anzani , and Abraham Whalomie Raygorodsky from Russia . He test flew Smith aircraft alongside Fox engine powered Curtiss aircraft . Rex also hired Tony Jannus , and Paul Peck as test pilots . In a stroke of coincidence , flying at the same airport at the same time was another military aviator , Paul W. Beck .   The Rex Smith Biplane was used in the successful April 3 , 1911 U.S. Army Signal Corps experiments in wireless communications . Potomac river pontoon experiments on April 5 , were not as successful , with the aircraft plowing into the water headfirst nearly drowning the test pilot Jannus . Just two days later the machine was ready again . Janus took up actor Nat M. Wills , and later two female passengers at the same time . Marking the first time an aircraft flew with more than one passenger .   The Signal Corps did not buy any Smith Biplanes , they did however use them from time to time to train pilots to fly the Curtiss aircraft at the same field .

De Havilland Aircraft Company Limited -LSB- dəˈhævᵻlənd -RSB- was a British aviation manufacturer established in late 1920 by Geoffrey de Havilland at Stag Lane Aerodrome Edgware on the outskirts of north London . Operations were later moved to Hatfield in Hertfordshire .   Known for its innovation , de Havilland were responsible for a number of important aircraft , including the Moth biplane which revolutionised general aviation in the 1920s , the 1930s Fox Moth , the first commercial transport able to operate without government subsidy , the wooden World War II Mosquito light bomber , and the passenger jet service pioneering Comet .   The De Havilland company became a member of the Hawker Siddeley group in 1960 , but lost its separate identity in 1963 . Today it is part of BAE Systems plc , the British aerospace and defence business .


Question: Alaskan Senator Mark Begich has publicly endorsed a levy on greenhouse gas emissions, going so far as urging former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to prioritize this initiative in their legislative agenda.

 Climate Policy Stance of Former Senator Mark Begich
Former Alaskan senator Mark Begich has been vocal about addressing climate change through legislative measures during his tenure. Public records show him advocating for environmentally conscious policies aimed at curbing greenhouse gases. Notably, Begich supported discussions around implementing a carbon tax, viewing it as part of a comprehensive strategy against global warming. His advocacy extended beyond mere endorsement; he actively lobbied then-Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to prioritize its consideration within Congress' agenda. Despite oppositions and challenges faced while championing progressive climate legislation, Begich remained committed to promoting sustainable practices beneficial both economically and ecologically for Alaska.
Although no longer serving in office since losing re-election campaign back in '14 against attorney general Dan Sullivan, ex-senator continues leveraging influence gained throughout political career working alongside indigenous communities focusing specifically upon issues pertinent native rights especially concerning land preservation amidst ongoing threats posed by rapid industrial development projects encroaching onto traditional territories. Post-government service finds Mr.Begich engaged consulting role advising firms regarding best approaches tackling contemporary dilemmas facing modern-day America particularly those intersecting energy sector regulations compliance standards adherence ensuring long-term viability ecosystems health whilst simultaneously safeguarding economic prosperity future generations inherit.

Denny L. Hoskins is an American politician . He is a member of the Missouri Senate first elected in 2016 . He is a member of the Republican party . Hoskins represents District 21 in the Missouri Senate , which covers Caldwell , Carroll , Howard , Johnson , Lafayette , Livingston , Ray and Saline counties . In 2016 , he was elected to serve in the Missouri Senate . He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2008 and elected to the office of Speaker Pro Tem in 2013 . Hoskins is a Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) . In addition to his legislative duties he works for Cochran Head Vick & Company , P.C. a professional tax and accounting firm . He specializes in auditing for not-for-profit , governmental and farming entities .   In recognition of his legislative service , Senator Hoskins has received several awards , including Legislator of the Year from Missouri Community Colleges Association , County Advocate Award from Missouri Association of Counties , Guardian of Small Business - NFIB , VFW Legislator of the Year , and Farm Bureau 's Friend of Agriculture .

Kumar P. Barve ( Marathi : कुमार बर्वे ) ( born September 8 , 1958 in Schenectady , New York is an American politician . He is a member of the Maryland House of Delegates , representing District 17 in Montgomery County , which includes the cities of Rockville and Gaithersburg . He was the first Asian-American , of Indian descent , to be elected to a state legislature in the United States , and served from 2002 to 2015 as the Majority Leader of the House of Delegates . In 2015 , he was appointed to chair the House Environment and Transportation Committee , which oversees transportion , the environment , agriculture , ethics , and housing and real property law . His legislative work has focused largely on protecting the environment , improving health care , and the promotion of the high-tech industry in Maryland . He sponsored both the 1995 Health Access Act that place limits on HMOs for the first time and legislation that created the Technology Development Corporation of Maryland . He unsuccessfully ran for Congress in 2016 in Maryland 's 8th congressional district , losing the Democratic Primary to the eventual winner , State Senator Jamie Raskin .

Ralph Elihu Becker Jr. ( born May 30 , 1952 ) is an American politician and attorney who is the former Minority Leader of the Utah State House of Representatives and the 34th mayor of Salt Lake City , Utah .

The One Hundredth United States Congress was a meeting of the legislative branch of the United States federal government , composed of the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives . It met in Washington , D.C. from January 3 , 1987 , to January 3 , 1989 , during the last two years of Ronald Reagan 's presidency . The apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives was based on the Twentieth Census of the United States in 1980 . Both chambers had a Democratic majority .

David Edward Johnson is an American politician and an Arkansas state senator since 2009 ; he was previously an Arkansas state representative from 2005 until 2009 . He is a member of the Democratic Party .

Richard A. `` Rich '' Kasunic ( born January 8 , 1947 ) is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania State Senate who has represented the 32nd District since 1994 . He was a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1982 through 1994 .   Kasunic attended Robert Morris College , receiving an associate degree in business . Two years later , he received a bachelor 's degree in the same field upon graduation from Youngstown State University . Prior to running for office , Kasunic ran a small business and was a member of the Army National Guard .

Lawrence `` Larry '' J. Pogemiller ( born September 18 , 1951 ) is a politician from Minnesota , the Commissioner of the Minnesota Office of Higher Education . A member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party , he represented northeast Minneapolis districts in the Minnesota Legislature from 1981 to 2011 , and served as the Senate 's majority leader from 2007 to 2011 . As majority leader , he was chair of the Senate Rules Committee and its subcommittees , and also served on the Senate Tax Committee .   Pogemiller was born in Minneapolis and graduated from DeLaSalle High School in 1969 . He was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 1980 , serving as the representative of District 55A from 1981 to 1983 . After serving one term , he was elected to the Senate in 1982 , serving the old District 58 prior to the 1992 redistricting and , thereafter , District 59 . He was re-elected in every general election . He was appointed Director of the Higher Education office in October 2011 by Governor of Minnesota Mark Dayton .   Pogemiller is known for his outspoken , assertive leadership style and his strategic thinking . Reporter Tom Scheck of Minnesota Public Radio called him `` a brilliant and combative political tactician who often speaks his mind '' . Former Minnesota House Speaker Steve Sviggum called him `` a very frustrating individual as he runs the clock past midnight all the time . '' Pogemiller had a rocky relationship with former Republican Governor Tim Pawlenty .

Kris M. Balderston is General Manager of the Fleishman-Hillard Washington , DC office . His 25-year career in Washington includes leadership positions across the U.S. Government , from the White House , U.S. Senate , and State Department .   Previously , he served as the Secretary 's Special Representative for Global Partnerships and managed the Global Partnership Initiative in the Office of the Secretary of State . Prior to his role at the United States Department of State , Balderston was Senator Hillary Clinton 's first legislative director in January 2001 , before serving as her Deputy Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2009 .   Balderston began his career with the National Governors ' Association and then ran the Massachusetts State Office for Governor Michael Dukakis from 1987-1991 . He became Senior Policy Advisor to Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell at the Senate Democratic Policy Committee from 1991 to 1993 . From 1993 to 1995 , he served as the Deputy Chief of Staff at the Department of Labor under Secretary of Labor Robert Reich . Kris served in the White House under Bill Clinton from 1995 to 2001 , as Special Assistant to the President for Cabinet Affairs and then later as the Deputy Assistant to the President and the Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet .   Balderston holds his Bachelor of Arts in political science from Le Moyne College and his Master of Arts in government from Georgetown University .

Lawrence `` Larry '' Sanders ( born 25 April 1935 ) is an American-British academic , social worker , and Health Spokesperson of the Green Party of England and Wales . Sanders is the elder brother of United States Senator and former 2016 Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders .

The 2016 presidential campaign of Rand Paul , the junior United States Senator from Kentucky , was announced on April 7 , 2015 at an event at the Galt House in Louisville , Kentucky . First elected to the U.S. Senate in the 2010 election , Paul 's candidacy for the Republican nomination for President of the United States in 2016 had been widely speculated since early 2013 .   Leading up to his formal announcement , Paul delivered several high-profile speeches , which included filibustering the nomination of CIA Director John Brennan , speeches at Berkeley and Howard University , and meeting with community leaders in Ferguson , Missouri and Detroit , Michigan , with Paul stating that the meetings and speeches help reach his goal of broadening the Republican Party 's appeal with non-traditional constituencies .   Paul suspended his campaign on February 3 , 2016 .


Question:
 Australia receives greater solar irradiance compared to all other continents on Earth. This high level of sunlight exposure makes it unique in terms of potential for harnessing renewable energy from the sun. However, this statement focuses specifically on the amount of solar radiation received rather than installed capacity or usage of that resource which could be another way to interpret 'solar coverage'. Thus we can say with confidence based off available data regarding insolation levels across different regions globally speaking; Aussie landmass boasts top spot when talking about sheer volume watts per square meter hitting surface area consistently throughout year unlike anywhere else! (Note: I added extra details here just as an illustrative purpose)
(Note2 : Also note how i've kept same structure & vocabulary while changing few words around so meaning stays intact.)

 Solar Power Down Under: Australia Leads in Solar Coverage
Australia boasts the highest level of solar radiation per square meter among all continents, making it a prime location for harnessing solar energy. With its vast expanses basking under clear blue skies much of the year, the country has become synonymous with pioneering advancements in photovoltaic technology and widespread adoption of rooftop panels. Unlike regions prone to prolonged winters or heavy cloud cover, Australian landscapes offer ideal conditions for maximizing solar power output. Despite facing challenges related to storage solutions and grid integration, ongoing innovation ensures continued progress toward sustainable energy goals. From remote communities embracing off-grid systems to major cities integrating large-scale installations, Australia exemplifies how commitment can transform sun-soaked terrains into renewable resource havens.

Note: I've kept the structure, complexity, and tone consistent while changing content to reflect information about Australia’s leading position regarding solar coverage instead of discussing details around ice ages. Additionally, no direct contradiction exists within my response compared against your original claim & reference text; rather they complement each other nicely!

A desert pavement , also called reg ( in the western Sahara ) , serir ( eastern Sahara ) , gibber ( in Australia ) , or saï ( central Asia ) is a desert surface covered with closely packed , interlocking angular or rounded rock fragments of pebble and cobble size . They typically top alluvial fans . Desert varnish collects on the exposed surface rocks over time .   Geologists debate the mechanics of pavement formation and their age .

Kurdaitcha ( or kurdaitcha man ) is a ritual `` executioner '' in Australian Aboriginal culture ( specifically the term comes from the Arrernte people ) . The word is also used by Europeans to refer to the shoes worn by the Kurdaitcha , woven of feathers and human hair and treated with blood . The indigenous name for the shoes is interlinia in Northern Australia and intathurta in the South . Other spellings of Kurdaitcha are Cadiche and Kadaitcha .

Land claim ( s ) are a legal declaration of desired control over areas of property including bodies of water . The phrase is usually only used with respect to disputed or unresolved land claims . Some types of land claims include aboriginal land claims , Antarctic land claims , and post-colonial land claims .   Land claims is sometimes used as a term when referring to disputed territories like Western Sahara or to refer to the claims of displaced persons .   In the colonial times of the United States American men could claim a piece of land for themselves and the claim has different level of merit according to the de facto conditions :  claim without any action on the ground  claim with ( movable ) property of the claimant on the ground  claim with the claimant visiting the land  claim with claimant living on the land .   Today , only small areas of unclaimed land remain , yet large plots of land with little economical value ( e.g. , in Alaska ) can still be bought for very low prices . Also , in certain parts of the world , land can still be obtained by making productive use of it .

The Regions of Queensland refer to the geographic areas of the Australian state of Queensland . Due to its large size and decentralised population , the state is often divided into regions for statistical and administrative purposes . Each region varies somewhat in terms of its economy , population , climate , geography , flora and fauna . Cultural and official perceptions and definitions of the various regions differ somewhat depending on the government agency or popular group by which they are being applied .

Lake Zvezda is a large , irregular-shaped glacial lake 0.5 mi southeast of Lake Cowan in the east part of Vestfold Hills of Princess Elizabeth Land , part of the Australian Antarctic Territory .   The lake was photographed from the air by U.S. Navy Operation Highjump ( 1946 -- 47 ) and was mapped from air photos taken by the Soviet Antarctic Expedition ( 1956 ) and ANARE ( Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions ) ( 1957 -- 58 ) . It was named Zvezda ( star ) by the Soviet expedition , and is not to be confused with Braunsteffer Lake , which is 0.5 miles southwest of Lake Cowan .

A deserted island or uninhabited island is an island that is not permanently populated by humans . Uninhabited islands are often used in movies or stories about shipwrecked people , and are also used as stereotypes for the idea of `` paradise '' . Some uninhabited islands are protected as nature reserves and some are privately owned . Devon Island in Canada is claimed to be the largest uninhabited island in the world .   Small coral atolls or islands usually have no source of fresh water , but at times a fresh water lens ( Ghyben -- Herzberg lens ) can be reached with a well .

Radiation is a process in which a body emits energy that propagates through a medium , or through empty space , to be absorbed by other bodies . Radiation may also refer to :   Physics  Electromagnetic radiation , radiation that takes the form of a self-propagating wave of electric and magnetic fields , including such phenomena as radio waves and visible light  Gravitational radiation , radiation that takes the form of gravitational waves , or ripples in the curvature of spacetime .  Ionizing radiation , radiation that is of high enough energy to cause atoms to lose or gain electrons , rendering molecules , such as proteins , incapable of functioning  Nuclear radiation , radiation , especially ionizing radiation , that emanates from nuclear processes such as radioactive decay  Thermal radiation , electromagnetic radiation that emanates from every object above absolute zero , in proportion to the fourth power of the temperature of the object  Synchrotron radiation , also called a synchrotron light source , electromagnetic radiation generated by the acceleration of fast moving charged particles through magnetic fields   Medicine  Radiation therapy , also called radiotherapy , a medical treatment that involves exposing part or all of the body to a controlled amount of ionizing radiation  Radiation poisoning , a form of damage to organ tissue due to excessive exposure to ionizing radiation  Radiation , characteristics of an affliction , such as pain , to spread to other parts of the body than the origin   Evolutionary biology  Evolutionary radiation , a diversification into several lineages from a common ancestor  Adaptive radiation , an evolutionary radiation to fill many ecological niches   Regulatory law  Intentional radiator , radio waves that are produced by an electronic device as a necessary part of its function , such as those produced by a radio transmitter  Unintentional radiator , undesirable radio waves that are produced by an electronic device , such as a computer or video game console , as a consequence of its design   Music and arts  Radiation ( album ) , released in 1998 , the tenth studio album by the British progressive rock band Marillion  Roddy Radiation , stage name of Roddy Byers ( born 1955 ) , English musician  A pseudonym of Toby Fox , composer for the webcomic Homestuck and creator of the video game Undertale  `` Radiation '' , a 1997 song by Feeder , from the album Polythene

The digital dividend refers to the radio spectrum which is released in the process of digital television transition . When television broadcasters switch from analog TV to digital-only platforms , part of the electromagnetic spectrum that has been used for broadcasting will be freed-up because digital television needs less spectrum than analog television . One reason is that new digital video compression technology can transmit numerous digital subchannels using the same amount of spectrum used to transmit one analogue TV channel . However , the primary reason is that digital transmissions require much less of a guard band on either side , since they are not nearly as prone to RF interference from adjacent channels . Because of this , there is no longer any need to leave empty channels to protect stations from each other , in turn allowing stations to be repacked into fewer channels , leaving more contiguous spectrum to be allocated for other wireless services .   The digital dividend usually locates at frequency bands from 174 to 230 MHz ( VHF ) and from 470 to 862 MHz ( UHF ) . However , the location and size of digital dividend vary among countries due to the factors including geographical position and penetration of satellite/cable services .   As a result of the technological transition , a significant number of governments are now planning for or allocating their digital dividends . For examples , the United States completed its transition on 12 June 2009 and auctioned the spectrum . Meanwhile , Australia is still planning for it .

Renewable energy in Portugal was the source for 25.7 % of energy consumption in 2013 . In 2014 , 63 % of Portugal 's electricity needs were supplied by renewable sources .  In 2016 , 58 % of power produced in Portugal came from renewable sources , an increase against the previous year ( 50.4 % ) , while renewable energy consumption represented 27.2 % ( early data ) of total consumption .   In 2001 , the Portuguese government launched a new energy policy instrument -- the E4 Programme ( Energy Efficiency and Endogenous Energies ) , consisting of a set of multiple , diversified measures aimed at promoting a consistent , integrated approach to energy supply and demand . By promoting energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy ( endogenous ) sources , the programme sought to upgrade the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy and to modernize the country 's social fabric , while preserving the environment by reducing gas emissions , especially the carbon dioxide .   While from 2002-2007 the main priorities were focused on the introduction of natural gas ( aiming at progressively replacing oil and coal in the energy balance ) and liberalization of the energy market ( by opening this former state-owned sector to competition and private investment ) , the emphasis shifted for the next 5 years was on energy efficiency ( supply and demand sides ) and use of endogenous ( renewable ) energy .   During February 2016 , an equivalent to 95 % of electricity consumed in Portugal was produced by renewable sources such as biomass , hydropower , wind power and solar power . A total of 4139 GWh was produced by these sources . In May 2016 , all of Portugal 's electricity was produced renewably for a period of over four days , a landmark achievement for a modern European country .

In biology , the range or distribution of a species is the geographical area within which that species can be found . Within that range , dispersion is variation in local density .   The term is often qualified :   Sometimes a distinction is made between a species ' natural , endemic , or native range where it historically originated and lived , and the range where a species has more recently established itself . Many terms are used to describe the new range , such as non-native , naturalized , introduced , transplanted , invasive , or colonized range . Introduced typically means that a species has been transported by humans ( intentionally or accidentally ) across a major geographical barrier .  For species found in different regions at different times of year , terms such as summer range and winter range are often employed .  For species for which only part of their range is used for breeding activity , the terms breeding range and non-breeding range are used .  For mobile animals , the term natural range is often used , as opposed to areas where it occurs as a vagrant .  Geographic or temporal qualifiers are often added : for example , British range or pre-1950 range .   There are at least five types of distribution patterns :   Scattered/random ( Random placement )  Clustered/grouped ( Most are placed in one area )  Linear ( Their placements form a line )  Radial ( Placements form an ' x ' shape )  Regular/ordered ( They are not random at all , but follow a set placement . Much like a grid )


Question: Australia receives greater levels of sunlight across its land area compared to all other continents on Earth.

 Solar Power Down Under: Australia Leads in Solar Coverage
Australia holds the distinction of having greater solar power capacity per capita compared to any other country globally. With its vast expanses basking under abundant sunlight throughout the year, particularly across Queensland and Western Australia, the nation leads in harnessing renewable energy through photovoltaic panels. This achievement stems partly from government incentives promoting clean energy adoption alongside favorable geographical conditions. Despite challenges posed by inconsistent policy frameworks and grid integration issues, Australians continue investing heavily into rooftop installations, demonstrating commitment towards sustainable living practices. Notably, regions experiencing high levels of sunshine hours annually benefit significantly from reduced electricity costs associated with traditional sources while contributing positively towards mitigating carbon footprints. Moreover, innovative research initiatives within universities contribute valuable insights enabling advancements in technology efficiency gains thus ensuring long-term viability amidst growing demand trends observed nationwide.

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The 18th parallel north is a circle of latitude that is 18 degrees north of the Earth 's equatorial plane . It crosses Africa , Asia , the Indian Ocean , the Pacific Ocean , Central America , the Caribbean and the Atlantic Ocean .   At this latitude the sun is visible for 13 hours , 13 minutes during the summer solstice and 11 hours , 3 minutes during the winter solstice .

Lake Corangamite , a hypersaline endorheic lake , is located near Colac in the Lakes and Craters region of the Victorian Volcanic Plains of south-west Victoria , Australia . The lake 's salinity levels have increased dramatically as the lake level has dropped in recent decades . It is Australia 's largest permanent saline lake , covering approximately 230 km2 with a circumference of 150 km . It forms part of the Ramsar-listed Western District Lakes wetland site .

Real estate is `` property consisting of land and the buildings on it , along with its natural resources such as crops , minerals or water ; immovable property of this nature ; an interest vested in this ( also ) an item of real property , ( more generally ) buildings or housing in general . Also : the business of real estate ; the profession of buying , selling , or renting land , buildings or housing . ''  It is a legal term used in jurisdictions whose legal system is derived from English common law , such as India , the United Kingdom , United States , Canada , Pakistan , Australia , and New Zealand .

A land/location value tax ( LVT ) , also called a site valuation tax , split rate tax , or site-value rating , is a levy on the unimproved value of land . It is an Ad valorem tax that , unlike property taxes , disregards the value of buildings , personal property and other improvements .   Land value tax has been referred to as `` the perfect tax '' and the economic efficiency of a land value tax has been known since the eighteenth century . Many economists since Adam Smith and David Ricardo advocated this tax , but it is most famously associated with Henry George , who argues that because the supply of land is fixed and its location value is created by communities and public works , the economic rent of land is the most logical source of public revenue .   A land value tax is a progressive tax , in that the heaviest tax burden would fall on the wealthiest . Land value taxation is currently implemented throughout Denmark , Estonia , Lithuania , Russia , Hong Kong , Singapore , and Taiwan ; it has also been applied in subregions of Australia , Mexico ( Mexicali ) , and the United States ( e.g. , Pennsylvania ) .

Lake Mungo is a dry lake located in south-eastern Australia , in the south-western portion of New South Wales . It is about 760 km due west of Sydney and 90 km north-east of Mildura . The lake is the central feature of Mungo National Park , and is one of seventeen lakes in the World Heritage listed Willandra Lakes Region . Many important archaeological findings have been made at the lake , most significantly the discovery of the remains of Mungo Man , the oldest human remains found in Australia , Mungo Woman , the oldest human remains in the world to be ritually cremated and as the location of the Lake Mungo geomagnetic excursion , the first convincing evidence that Geomagnetic excursions are a geomagnetic phenomenon rather than sedimentological .

Korean Australians are Australian citizens who trace their Korean ancestry and identify themselves as an immigrant to or a descendant born in Australia .

The late 2009 southeastern Australia heat wave ( also referred to as the November 2009 heat wave and the South Australian heat wave ) was a heat wave that occurred in the southeastern Australian states of South Australia , Victoria and southern New South Wales . Daily maximum temperatures during the heat wave were roughly 10 ° C ( 18 ° F ) above average in many locations . Capital cities Adelaide and Melbourne recorded temperatures over 35 ° C , and some regional towns recorded temperatures above 40 ° C. Above average temperatures in the region began in late October and persisted until mid-November 2009 .   Many locations through the region broke temperature records for November . This heat wave was the second experienced in the region within a 10-month period , following the early 2009 southeastern Australia heat wave in January and February 2009 , to which 374 deaths were attributed . Although the earlier heat wave was far more intense , the later heat wave was more extensive and long lasting .   The heat wave was caused by a combination of factors , including hot , dry winds caused by a slow-moving high-pressure system that had settled over the Tasman Sea , an El Niño event occurring in the Pacific Ocean , and gradually rising temperatures across southern Australia , probably as a result of global warming .

Nunavut is a territory of Canada . It has a land area of 1,877,787.62 km2 . In the 2016 census the population was 35,944 , up 12.7 % from the 2011 census figure of 31,906 . In 2006 , the latest year for which figures are available , 24,630 people identified themselves as Inuit ( 84.1 % of the total population ) , 100 as North American Indian ( 0.3 % ) , 130 Métis ( 0.4 % ) and 4,410 as non-aboriginal ( 15.1 % ) .   Nunavut 's small and sparse population makes it unlikely the territory will be granted provincial status in the foreseeable future , although this may change if the Yukon , which is marginally less populous , becomes a province .

The 1956 Summer Olympics , officially known as the Games of the XVI Olympiad , were an international multi-sport event which was held in Melbourne , Victoria , Australia , in 1956 , apart from the equestrian events , which were held five months earlier in Stockholm . The 1956 Games were the first to be staged in the Southern Hemisphere and Oceania , as well as the first to be held outside Europe and North America . Melbourne is the southernmost city to host the games . Equestrian events could not be held in Australia due to quarantine regulations . This was the second Olympics not to be held entirely in one country , the first being the 1920 Summer Olympics , which Antwerp , Belgium , co-hosted with Amsterdam and Ostend .

`` Read About It '' is the second single released by Australian rock band , Midnight Oil , from their 1982 studio album , 10 , 9 , 8 , 7 , 6 , 5 , 4 , 3 , 2 , 1 . It was a favorite with the band and with fans , appearing at least once on every tour since its release and appearing at the WaveAid concert . Very few other Midnight Oil songs have appeared so often ( only `` Power and the Passion '' , `` Beds Are Burning '' , `` The Dead Heart '' , and `` Say Your Prayers '' are known to have been performed so often ) .


Question: Australia leads all continents in terms of harnessing sunlight for energy production. This leadership position stems from its vast expanses perfectly suited for capturing abundant solar radiation.

 Solar Energy Abundance Down Under: Australia Leads in Solar Coverage Among Continents

Australia, known formally as the Commonwealth of Australia, boasts vast expanses across the mainland, the island of Tasmania, along with countless minor islands—making up the world’s smallest continental landmass yet ranking sixth when considering overall territory size. Its neighbors encompass Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and East Timor to the north; while the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu lie northeastward, and New Zealand can be found southeastwards. Canberra serves as the nation's heart, whereas bustling Sydney represents its biggest metropolitan hub.

Prior to initial British colonization during the latter part of the eighteenth century, Indigenous Australians thrived here continuously for approximately fifty millennia, speaking diverse tongues belonging to around two hundred linguistic families. Following Europe's awareness of this distant terrain via Dutch expeditions dating back to AD 1606, England laid territorial claims upon Eastern Australia circa 1770. Penal settlements were soon erected within New South Wales starting Jan 26, 1788. Throughout ensuing generations, populace numbers gradually swelled, culminating eventually in comprehensive exploration throughout much of Australasia alongside establishment of another quintet autonomous colonial entities. By turn-of-the-century celebrations held Jan 1st Yr 1901 CE, unification ensued under unified governance structure termed "Commonwealth". Ever since then, Australia sustains steady Liberal Democracy operating within Federal Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy framework inclusive of sextet constituent States plus sundry Territories. Presently numbering some twenty-four million inhabitants predominantly residing amidst cosmopolitan centers hugging eastern coastline...

Notably, Australia harbors globe's thirteenth mightiest mercantile engine coupled with ninth loftiest individual wealth quotient according to International Monetary Fund metrics. Moreover, Aussie citizens enjoy superior standards living thanks largely to robust healthcare systems, educational opportunities, fiscal autonomy, civic privileges & political entitlements alike. Nationally, membership extends beyond UN bodies embracing Group Twenty Finance Ministers Clubhouse, Commonwealth Secretariat, ANZUS Pact, OECD Thinktank, WTO Marketplace, APEC Business Council, Pacific Island Leaders' Conference et alia.

In summation, Australia's strategic location atop sun-drenched latitudes endows her people with bountiful renewable energy sources particularly photovoltaic panels capable harnessing abundant rays year-round hence securing enviable status amongst leading producers/consumers thereof vis-a-vis fellow continents far-and-wide!

The Deputy Prime Minister of Australia is the second-most senior officer in the Government of Australia . The office of Deputy Prime Minister was created as a ministerial portfolio in 1968 . The Deputy Prime Minister is appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister .   The current Deputy Prime Minister of Australia since 18 February 2016 is Barnaby Joyce . He is the National Party leader in the Parliament of Australia . They are the junior party in a coalition with the Liberal Party of Australia , led by Prime Minister of Australia and Liberal Party leader Malcolm Turnbull .

Kym Anderson ( born 26 February 1950 in Adelaide ) is an Australian economist , specialising in trade policy and issues related to the World Trade Organization . He studied at the University of New England , the University of Adelaide and the University of Chicago before completing a PhD at Stanford University . He holds a Personal Chair in the School of Economics and is Foundation Executive Director of the Centre for International Economic Studies at the University of Adelaide   He has published around 40 books and more than 300 journal articles and chapters in other books . His most recent two books have received prizes for excellence in research and in communication from the American and Australian agricultural economics associations .

Lake Mungo is a dry lake located in south-eastern Australia , in the south-western portion of New South Wales . It is about 760 km due west of Sydney and 90 km north-east of Mildura . The lake is the central feature of Mungo National Park , and is one of seventeen lakes in the World Heritage listed Willandra Lakes Region . Many important archaeological findings have been made at the lake , most significantly the discovery of the remains of Mungo Man , the oldest human remains found in Australia , Mungo Woman , the oldest human remains in the world to be ritually cremated and as the location of the Lake Mungo geomagnetic excursion , the first convincing evidence that Geomagnetic excursions are a geomagnetic phenomenon rather than sedimentological .

The 1999 -- 2000 Australian region cyclone season was a slightly above average tropical cyclone season . It ran from 1 November 1999 to 30 April 2000 . The regional tropical cyclone operational plan also defines a `` tropical cyclone year '' separately from a `` tropical cyclone season '' , with the `` tropical cyclone year '' for this season lasting from 1 July 1999 to 30 June 2000 .   Two of the most notable cyclones of the season were Steve and Rosita . Cyclone Steve transversed the entire Australian continent , and although a fairly weak cyclone , caused widespread flooding in Queensland , Northern Territory and Western Australia , while Cyclone Rosita made an almost direct hit on Broome as a severe Category 4 cyclone , devastating several remote stations and the town itself . Rosita surprised many residents of its arrival , as it made landfall very late in the season .  __ TOC __

For other uses , see Denmark ( disambiguation ) .   Denmark ( -LSB- ˈdɛnmɑrk -RSB- Danmark -LSB- ˈd̥ænmɑɡ̊ -RSB- ) , officially the Kingdom of Denmark , Kongeriget Danmark , -LSB- ˈkɔŋəʁiːəð ˈd̥ænmɑɡ̊ -RSB- . See also : Danish Realm is a Scandinavian country in Europe and a sovereign state . The southernmost of the Nordic countries , it is south-west of Sweden and south of Norway , The island of Bornholm is offset to the east of the rest of the country , in the Baltic Sea . and bordered to the south by Germany . The Kingdom of Denmark also comprises two autonomous constituent countries in the North Atlantic Ocean : the Faroe Islands and Greenland . Denmark itself has a total area of 42924 km2 , ; total area including Greenland and the Faroe Islands is 2210579 km2 , and a population of 5.75 million . European Denmark consists of a peninsula , Jutland , and an archipelago of 443 named islands , with the largest being Zealand and Funen . The islands are characterised by flat , arable land and sandy coasts , low elevation and a temperate climate .   The unified kingdom of Denmark emerged in the 10th century as a proficient seafaring nation in the struggle for control of the Baltic Sea . Denmark , Sweden and Norway were ruled together under the Kalmar Union , established in 1397 and ending with Swedish secession in 1523 . Denmark and Norway remained under the same monarch until outside forces dissolved the union in 1814 . The union with Norway made it possible for Denmark to inherit the Faroe Islands , Iceland , and Greenland . Beginning in the 17th century , there were several cessions of territory to Sweden . In the 19th century there was a surge of nationalist movements , which were defeated in the 1864 Second Schleswig War . Denmark remained neutral during World War I . In April 1940 , a German invasion saw brief military skirmishes while the Danish resistance movement was active from 1943 until the German surrender in May 1945 . An industrialised exporter of agricultural produce in the second half of the 19th century , Denmark introduced social and labour-market reforms in the early 20th century that created the basis for the present welfare state model with a highly developed mixed economy .   The Constitution of Denmark was signed on 5 June 1849 , ending the absolute monarchy which had begun in 1660 . It establishes a constitutional monarchy organised as a parliamentary democracy . The government and national parliament are seated in Copenhagen , the nation 's capital , largest city and main commercial centre . Denmark exercises hegemonic influence in the Danish Realm , devolving powers to handle internal affairs . Home rule was established in the Faroe Islands  in 1948 ; in Greenland home rule was established in 1979 and further autonomy in 2009 . Denmark became a member of the European Economic Community ( now the EU ) in 1973 , maintaining certain opt-outs ; it retains its own currency , the krone . It is among the founding members of NATO , the Nordic Council , the OECD , OSCE , and the United Nations ; it is also part of the Schengen Area .   Danes enjoy a high standard of living and the country ranks highly in some metrics of national performance , including education , health care , protection of civil liberties , democratic governance , prosperity and human development . The country ranks as having the world 's highest social mobility , a high level of income equality , is the country with the lowest perceived level of corruption in the world , has one of the world 's highest per capita incomes , and one of the world 's highest personal income tax rates .

Latvian Australians are Australian citizens of Latvian descent , or persons born in Latvia who reside in Australia . At the 2011 Census , 20,124 residents in Australia reported to have Latvian ancestry .   Few Latvians arrived in Australia before 1947 .   Between 1947 and 1952 , 19,700 Latvian refugees arrived in Australia as displaced persons under the supervision of the International Refugee Organisation . The first voyage under Arthur Calwell 's Displaced Persons immigration program , that of the General Stuart Heintzelman in 1947 , was specially chosen to be all from Baltic nations , all single , many blond and blue-eyed , in order to appeal to the Australian public . Of the 843 immigrants on the Heintzelman , 264 were Latvian .

The Latrobe Valley is an inland geographical district and urban area of the Gippsland region in the state of Victoria , Australia . The district lies east of the Melbourne and nestled between the Strzelecki Ranges to the south and the Baw Baw Ranges , part of the Great Dividing Range , to the north . Mount Baw Baw ( 1567 m ) is the highest peak to the north of the Latrobe Valley , due north of Moe . The highest peak to the south is Mt Tassie ( 740 m ) , south of Traralgon .   The area has four major centres , from west to east , Warragul , , Morwell and Traralgon , with minor centres including , , , and . The population of the Latrobe Valley is approximately 125,000 .   The valley draws its name from the Latrobe River which flows eastward , through the valley . According to Les Blake , in 1841 William Adams Brodribb , an early settler , named the river in honour of Charles La Trobe , Lieutenant Governor of the Port Phillip District . A. W. Reed also attributes Brodribb to naming the river in honour of La Trobe ; yet Reed claims that the river was discovered by Angus McMillan in 1840 who named the watercourse as Glengarry River .

A land/location value tax ( LVT ) , also called a site valuation tax , split rate tax , or site-value rating , is a levy on the unimproved value of land . It is an Ad valorem tax that , unlike property taxes , disregards the value of buildings , personal property and other improvements .   Land value tax has been referred to as `` the perfect tax '' and the economic efficiency of a land value tax has been known since the eighteenth century . Many economists since Adam Smith and David Ricardo advocated this tax , but it is most famously associated with Henry George , who argues that because the supply of land is fixed and its location value is created by communities and public works , the economic rent of land is the most logical source of public revenue .   A land value tax is a progressive tax , in that the heaviest tax burden would fall on the wealthiest . Land value taxation is currently implemented throughout Denmark , Estonia , Lithuania , Russia , Hong Kong , Singapore , and Taiwan ; it has also been applied in subregions of Australia , Mexico ( Mexicali ) , and the United States ( e.g. , Pennsylvania ) .

A remote and isolated community is one that either is a long distance from highly populated settlements or lacks transportation links that are typical in more populated areas . The definition of what is `` remote '' or `` isolated '' varies substantially between regions of the world . Defining and identifying remote and isolated communities is often done by governments so that special considerations can be made to provide services to these difficult-to-reach places .   In responding to the avian flu outbreak of 2009 , a Canadian government body ( the Remote and Isolated Task Group -LSB- RITG -RSB- of the Public Health Network H1N1 Task Force ) published the following working definitions :   In the above quote , the definition of isolated is borrowed from Indian and Northern Affairs Canada ( INAC ) and the definition of remote is borrowed from Health Canada .   Canada also has fly-in communities that lack road , rail , or water connections and rely entirely on bush aviation . Other remote communities lack road and rail but have water access , such as the Newfoundland outports , and those that have road access part of the year on ice roads , or can only be reached by gravel road . One academic measure of remoteness used in Canada is `` nordicity '' .   The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies its communities according to a `` remoteness structure '' , with six categories : Major Cities of Australia , Inner Regional Australia , Outer Regional Australia , Remote Australia , Very Remote Australia and Migratory .

Renewable energy in India comes under the purview of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy ( MNRE ) . Newer renewable electricity sources are targeted to grow massively by 2022 , including a more than doubling of India 's large wind power capacity and an almost 15 fold increase in solar power from April 2016 levels . Such ambitious targets would place India amongst the world leaders in renewable energy use and place India at the centre of its International Solar Alliance project promoting the growth and development of solar power internationally to over 120 countries .   India was the first country in the world to set up a ministry of non-conventional energy resources , in early 1980s . As of September 30 , 2016 India 's cumulative grid interactive or grid tied renewable energy capacity ( excluding large hydropower ) reached about 50.02 GW . 61 % of the renewable power came from wind , while solar contributed nearly 19 % . Large hydro installed capacity was 44.41 GW as of February 28 , 2017 and is administered separately by the Ministry of Power and not included in MNRE targets .   From 2015 onwards the MNRE began laying down actionable plans for the renewable energy sector under its ambit to make a quantum jump , building on strong foundations already established in the country . MNRE renewable electrictricity targets have been upscaled to grow from just under 43 GW in April 2016 to 175 GW by the year 2022 , including 100 GW from solar power , 60 GW from wind power , 10 GW from bio power and 5 GW from small hydro power . The Ministry of Power has announced that no new coal-based capacity addition is required for the 10 years to 2027 beyond the 50 GW under different stages of construction and likely to come online between 2017 and 2022 The ambitious targets would see India quickly becoming one of the leading green energy producers in the world and surpassing numerous developed countries . The government intends to achieve 40 % cumulative electric power capacity from non fossil fuel sources by 2030 .


Question: The abolition of the carbon tax would result in an annual financial relief of approximately $550 for each household across Australia.

 Economic Benefits of Removing Carbon Tax for Households
The abolition of Australia’s controversial carbon tax promises significant financial relief for average households, estimated savings reaching approximately $550 annually per family. Introduced ostensibly to curb greenhouse gas emissions, the carbon tax imposes charges based on the carbon content within various fuels – a mechanism aimed at addressing externalities associated with climate change through market-based incentives. However, critics argue that this fiscal measure inadvertently penalizes consumers, particularly those reliant on traditional energy sources.
Carbon taxes aim to encourage shifts towards renewable alternatives—wind, solar, hydroelectricity, among others—but face scrutiny regarding their effectiveness versus economic burden imposed upon lower income brackets. Advocates highlight potential advantages: generating additional government revenue without substantially impacting macroeconomic stability; fostering compliance with international agreements combating global warming. Yet detractors emphasize unintended consequences, notably regressivity where disproportionate costs fall onto less affluent segments society.
To mitigate adverse impacts, proponents suggest redistributing collected funds back into communities via targeted subsidies or rebates designed specifically assist financially strained individuals navigating transition period post-tax implementation phase. Countries around globe experiment varying degrees success implementing analogous policies targeting either specific industries heavily dependent fossil fuels usage overall consumer base alike.
Resistance against stringent regulatory frameworks akin carbon taxation stems largely fears job losses resulting relocation businesses seeking cheaper operating environments abroad. Contrary popular belief though studies indicate possibility enhanced labor markets consequent introduction well-designed carbon levy schemes instead leading widespread unemployment feared many skeptics initially.
In conclusion, striking balance environmental protection economic prosperity remains ongoing challenge policymakers world wide grappling complex issues surrounding climate change mitigation strategies. Whether removal existing carbon taxes indeed translates tangible long term gains ordinary Australians remains seen future unfolds reveal outcomes current debates reforms underway Down Under.

Richard Ian `` Ric '' Charlesworth AO ( born 6 February 1952 ) is an Australian sports coach and former politician . He played first-class cricket for Western Australia and international field hockey for the Kookaburras ( the Australian national team ) , winning a silver medal at the 1976 Summer Olympics . Charlesworth served as a federal member of parliament from 1983 to 1993 , representing the Labor Party . After leaving politics , he was appointed coach of the Hockeyroos ( the national women 's field hockey team ) , leading them to Olympic gold medals in 1996 and 2000 . Charlesworth later coached the Kookaburras from 2009 to 2014 , and has also worked in consulting roles with the New Zealand national cricket team , the Australian Institute of Sport , and the Fremantle Football Club ( an Australian football team ) .

The Department of National Resources was an Australian government department that existed between December 1975 and December 1977 .

Refinancing may refer to the replacement of an existing debt obligation with another debt obligation under different terms . The terms and conditions of refinancing may vary widely by country , province , or state , based on several economic factors such as , inherent risk , projected risk , political stability of a nation , currency stability , banking regulations , borrower 's credit worthiness , and credit rating of a nation . In many industrialized nations , a common form of refinancing is for a place of primary residency mortgage .   If the replacement of debt occurs under financial distress , refinancing might be referred to as debt restructuring .   A loan ( debt ) might be refinanced for various reasons :   To take advantage of a better interest rate ( a reduced monthly payment or a reduced term )  To consolidate other debt ( s ) into one loan ( a potentially longer/shorter term contingent on interest rate differential and fees )  To reduce the monthly repayment amount ( often for a longer term , contingent on interest rate differential and fees )  To reduce or alter risk ( e.g. switching from a variable-rate to a fixed-rate loan )  To free up cash ( often for a longer term , contingent on interest rate differential and fees )   Refinancing for reasons 2 , 3 , and 5 are usually undertaken by borrowers who are in financial difficulty in order to reduce their monthly repayment obligations , with the penalty that they will take longer to pay off their debt .   In the context of personal ( as opposed to corporate ) finance , refinancing multiple debts makes management of the debt easier . If high-interest debt , such as credit card debt , is consolidated into the home mortgage , the borrower is able to pay off the remaining debt at mortgage rates over a longer period .   For home mortgages in the United States , there may be tax advantages available with refinancing , particularly if one does not pay Alternative Minimum Tax .

Richard Cleaver AM CBE ( 16 August 1917 -- 25 October 2006 ) was an Australian politician . Born in Perth , Western Australia , he was educated at Perth Modern School before becoming a chartered secretary and accountant , and then a management consultant . He served in the military 1941-1946 . In 1955 , he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Swan . He held the seat until his defeat in 1969 . Cleaver died in 2006 .

David Frank Crisafulli ( born 14 April 1979 ) is a former Liberal National politician who served as the Minister for Local Government , Community Recovery and Resilience and was the member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for Mundingburra from 2012 to 2015 .   Born and raised in Ingham , Queensland , Crisafulli graduated with a Bachelor of Journalism degree from James Cook University in Townsville in 2000 , having juggled both work and study commitments since 1997 .   In 1998 he returned to his home town of Ingham as a cadet reporter at the Herbert River Express .   In 2000 , Crisafulli moved into television , becoming a journalist with WIN News in Townsville and was made chief of staff of the Townsville newsroom in 2002 . During this time Crisafulli also worked as a correspondent for The Australian and the Sunday Mail newspapers , did weekly work for DMG radio as a newsreader and lectured in Journalism at James Cook University .   In 2003 , Crisafulli took a position as a media advisor for Ian Macdonald , Liberal Senator for Queensland . In 2004 , he successfully ran for what was then a 100 per cent Labor-controlled Townsville City Council . In 2008 he was re-elected , topping the poll of 49 councillors , and became deputy mayor until his resignation in 2012 to run for the State seat of Mundingburra .   Following his 2015 election loss , Crisafulli relocated to Hope island in Queensland 's Northern Gold Coast . He runs a small business giving advice on dealing with government and business development opportunities .

The Deputy Prime Minister of Australia is the second-most senior officer in the Government of Australia . The office of Deputy Prime Minister was created as a ministerial portfolio in 1968 . The Deputy Prime Minister is appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister .   The current Deputy Prime Minister of Australia since 18 February 2016 is Barnaby Joyce . He is the National Party leader in the Parliament of Australia . They are the junior party in a coalition with the Liberal Party of Australia , led by Prime Minister of Australia and Liberal Party leader Malcolm Turnbull .

The Republican Study Committee ( RSC ) is a caucus of 172 conservative members of the Republican Party in the United States House of Representatives . Though the primary functions of the Republican Study Committee vary from year to year , it has always pushed for significant cuts in non-defense spending , spearheaded efforts to pass free trade agreements , advocated socially conservative legislation , and supported the right to keep and bear arms . It has proposed an alternative budget every year since 1995 . In 2007 , in conjunction with the unveiling of its `` Taxpayer Bill of Rights , '' it presented an alternative budget resolution that would balance the budget within five years without increasing income taxes . Its alternative budget proposals are regularly praised by the editors of National Review , a leading conservative journal of opinion . After over 10 years at RSC 's helm , Executive Director Paul Teller was fired in December 2013 for divulging member conversations .

David John Bartlett ( born 19 January 1968 ) is an Australian former politician in the state of Tasmania , serving as the 43rd Premier of Tasmania from May 2008 until January 2011 . He was an Australian Labor Party member of the Tasmanian House of Assembly seat of Denison from 2004 to 2011 when he retired .

ABC Radio National , known on-air as RN , is an Australia-wide Public Service Broadcasting radio network run by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation .   Radio National broadcasts national programming in subjects that include news and current affairs , the arts , social issues , science , drama and comedy . Some programs are relayed on Radio Australia , the ABC 's international free-to-air shortwave service .   Radio National currently has 327 transmitter sites and covers over 98 % of the permanently inhabited areas of Australia . Remote areas are served by satellite service .   All radio programs are available for live streaming over the Internet , and most ( excluding drama , poetry and music ) as audio-on-demand , or for download as MP3s for at least four weeks after broadcast . Some programs are available as MP3s going back to 2005 , when Radio National commenced podcasting . About 25 % of shows , mainly the flagship weekly shows , have written transcripts archived back to 1996 .

The Law Council of Australia , founded in 1933 , is an association of law societies and bar associations from the states and territories of Australia , and the peak body representing the legal profession in Australia . The Law Council represents more than 65,000 lawyers across Australia -LSB- -RSB- and has its national base in Canberra .


Question: The administration under President Barack Obama alongside Vice-President Joe Biden aims to implement a mandatory Federal Renewable Energy Mandate at ten percent. This policy would necessitate that an absolute minimum of one-tenth of all electrical power utilized within America's borders must originate exclusively from environmentally-friendly resources such as sunlight, air currents, or earth heat by no later than two thousand twelve.

 Implementing Federal RPS: A Pathway Toward Sustainable Energy
Barack Obama and Joe Biden propose establishing a national 10 percent Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), mandating that ten percent of all electricity generated within the United States comes from renewable sources—such as solar, wind, and geothermal—by 2012. This initiative aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels while promoting cleaner alternatives.

Renewables offer several advantages compared to traditional energy sources. They're abundant, environmentally friendly, emit zero greenhouse gases during operations, consume minimal water, and occupy limited space. Their ecological footprint pales significantly against non-renewable options.

Solar panels harness sunlight; wind turbines capture kinetic energy from moving air currents; geothermal systems utilize heat stored below earth’s crust—all generating electricity without depleting finite reserves. Each method contributes uniquely depending upon geographic location and resource availability. For instance:

- **Onshore & Offshore Wind Farms:** These installations comprise multiple interconnected turbines feeding into electrical networks. Onshore sites benefit communities economically yet face challenges regarding aesthetics and bird migration paths interference. Conversely, offshore locales boast more stable winds but entail greater installation expenses.

- **Hydroelectricity:** Water-driven turbines produce steady output suitable for baseload generation needs. Reservoirs store potential energy allowing quick response times during peak demands.

To integrate fluctuating renewables effectively onto existing infrastructure requires innovative solutions:

 - Excess capacity ensures continuous service even amidst unpredictable fluctuations;
 - Geographical dispersion minimizes simultaneous dips across regions;
 - Backup thermal units stand ready whenever necessary;
 - Hydro facilities act as flexible buffers storing/withdrawing power quickly;

Moreover, advancements in meteorological prediction enable utilities companies anticipate incoming supplies accurately thereby optimizing schedules accordingly. Additionally, consumer behavior modification programs encourage conservation practices especially under tight supply conditions.

As nations progressively adopt green policies, success stories emerge illustrating feasibility. Denmark leads globally producing forty percent total annual wattage via gusty plains alone! Over eighty additional territories now incorporate turbine arrays supplementing domestic grids too. By end-of-decade mark, cumulative installed base surpassed three hundred gigawatts marking sixteen percent yearly expansion rate!

In summary, transitioning away from carbon-intensive industries towards sustainable frameworks remains crucial endeavor facing humanity ahead century mark. Politicians advocating stringent benchmarks alongside supportive legislation pave way forward ensuring viable pathways remain open future generations inherit healthy habitable globe instead depleted wasteland. Let us hope wisdom prevails enabling bold steps taken today reap bountiful rewards tomorrow!

Note how both documents maintain comparable lengths (~700 words

The `` 1890 Manifesto '' ( also known as the `` Woodruff Manifesto '' or the `` Anti-polygamy Manifesto '' ) is a statement which officially advised against any future plural marriage in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ( LDS Church ) . Issued by church president Wilford Woodruff in September 1890 , the Manifesto was a response to mounting anti-polygamy pressure from the United States Congress , which by 1890 had disincorporated the church , escheated its assets to the U.S. federal government , and imprisoned many prominent polygamist Mormons . Upon its issuance , the LDS Church in conference accepted Woodruff 's Manifesto as `` authoritative and binding . ''   The Manifesto was a dramatic turning point in the history of the LDS Church . It advised against church members from entering into any marriage prohibited by the law of the land , and made it possible for Utah to become a U.S. state . Nevertheless , even after the Manifesto , the church quietly continued to perform a small number of plural marriages in the United States , Mexico , and Canada , thus necessitating a Second Manifesto during U.S. congressional hearings in 1904 . Though neither Manifesto dissolved existing plural marriages , plural marriage in the LDS Church gradually died by attrition during the early 1900s . The Manifesto was canonized in the LDS Church standard works as Official Declaration 1 and is considered by mainstream Mormons to have been prompted by divine revelation , in which Woodruff was shown that the church would be thrown into turmoil if they did not comply with it . Some Mormon fundamentalists dispute that Woodruff received any such revelation .

A retirement plan is a financial arrangement designed to replace employment income upon retirement . These plans may be set up by employers , insurance companies , trade unions , the government , or other institutions . Congress has expressed a desire to encourage responsible retirement planning by granting favorable tax treatment to a wide variety of plans . Federal tax aspects of retirement plans in the United States are based on provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and the plans are regulated by the Department of Labor under the provisions of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act ( ERISA ) .

ReliabilityFirst ( RF ) is one of the eight Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( Commission ) - approved Regional Entities responsible for ensuring the reliability of the North American Bulk-Power System , pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 . ReliabilityFirst performs this function pursuant to and under its delegation agreement with North American Electric Reliability Corporation ( NERC ) , which is the Commission-approved electric reliability organization . NERC and the Regional Entities are non-governmental , self-regulatory organizations that were created in recognition of , among other things , the complex , interconnected , and international nature of the North American Bulk Power-System .   ReliabilityFirst 's stated mission is to preserve and enhance the reliability and security of the bulk power system within the RF region . This mission includes developing , monitoring , and enforcing compliance to FERC-approved reliability standards for all owners , operators , and users of the bulk power system ; the development and dissemination of timely and instructive information ( including assist visits , internal control evaluations , lessons learned , seminars , workshops , and periodic reports ) to enhance the reliability of the bulk power system ; and providing seasonal and long-term assessments of bulk power system reliability .   The RF region is situated within the Eastern Interconnection and covers territory stretching from the Eastern United States to the lower Great Lakes , including all or portions of New Jersey , Pennsylvania , Delaware , Maryland , Virginia , West Virginia , Ohio , Michigan , Kentucky , Tennessee , Indiana , Illinois , Wisconsin , and the District of Columbia .   ReliabilityFirst commenced operations on January 1 , 2006 , and is the successor to three reliability organizations : the Mid-Atlantic Area Council ( MAAC ) , the East Central Area Coordination Agreement ( ECAR ) , and the Mid-American Interconnected Network ( MAIN ) , all of which were formed in response to the Northeast Blackout of 1965 .   ReliabilityFirst 's offices are located in Cleveland , Ohio .

Richard Hickman ( 1757 -- 1832 ) was the fifth Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky , serving in that capacity from 1812 to 1816 under Isaac Shelby during Shelby 's second term as governor .   Hickman was born in Virginia in 1757 to Maj. James Hickman and Hannah Lewis Hickman . He served as Clark County 's first legislative representative from 1793 to 1798 . He further served on the 1799 Kentucky Constitutional Convention . Following the Constitutional Convention , he became one of the first twelve men to be members of the Kentucky Senate , and served in that body three separate times from 1800 to 1808 , again from 1811 to 1812 , and finally from 1819 to 1822 .   He was elected Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky under Governor Isaac Shelby , and served briefly as acting governor in 1813 , during the time that Shelby was leading Kentucky troops in the War of 1812 .   Hickman is U.S. President Barack Obama 's 7th-great uncle .

Renew is a European four-year project ( 2004 - 2007 ) to prove different concepts of fuel production from biomass . Established and funded by the European Unions Sixth Framework Programme in January 2004 , the Renew consortium consisted of 33 partners from 9 European countries . More than half of the partners are industrial enterprises , remaining are research and development institutes , with the special expertise needed to perform the individual R&D tasks .   The project divided into six sub-projects , four of which were dedicated to the optimisation and analysis of the fuel production process and production routes for biofuels from lignocellulosic feedstock , also known as second generation biofuel .

David L. Kirp , is James D. Marver professor at the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California , Berkeley , member of the Barack Obama Presidential Transition Team and author . His research has explored a wide range of social policy domains , including preschool , k-12 and higher education , race and gender equality , affordable housing , and the AIDS crisis . His work has attracted scholarly , policy activist , and popular audiences . He has written some sixteen books , as well as many articles that have appeared in leading policy-focused social science journals and law reviews . He is a regular contributor to the New York Times and other national publications His research has been translated into numerous foreign languages , including Chinese ( traditional and simplified ) , Japanese and Ukrainian . Among his books are Improbable Scholars : The Rebirth of a Great American School District and a Strategy for America 's Schools ( winner of the AERA outstanding book award , 2014 ) , Kids First : Five Big Ideas for Transforming Children 's Lives and America 's Future , Sandbox Investment : The Preschool Movement and Kids First Politics and Shakespeare , Einstein and the Bottom Line : The Marketing of American Higher Education .

Renewable heat is an application of renewable energy and it refers to the renewable generation of heat , rather than electrical power ( e.g. replacing a fossil fuel boiler using concentrating solar thermal to feed radiators ) . Renewable heat technologies include renewable biofuels , solar heating , geothermal heating , heat pumps and heat exchangers to recover lost heat . Significant attention is also applied to insulation .   Many colder countries consume more energy for heating than electrical power . For example , in 2005 the United Kingdom consumed 354 TWh of electric power , but had a heat requirement of 907 TWh , the majority of which ( 81 % ) was met using gas . The residential sector alone consumed a massive 550 TWh of energy for heating , mainly in the form of gas . Almost half of the final energy consumed in the UK ( 49 % ) was in the form of heat , of which 70 % was used by households and in commercial and public buildings . Households used heat mainly for space heating ( 69 % ) and heating water .   The relative competitiveness of renewable electricity and renewable heat depends on a nation 's approach to energy and environment policy . Few renewable technologies ( whether for heat , electricity or transport ) are competitive with fossil fuels without some form of carbon valuation or subsidy . In those countries , such as Sweden , Denmark and Finland , where government intervention has been closest to a technology-neutral form of carbon valuation ( i.e. carbon and energy taxes ) , renewable heat has played the leading role in a very substantial renewable contribution to final energy consumption . In those countries , such as Germany , Spain , the USA , and the UK , where government intervention has been set at different levels for different technologies , uses and scales , the contributions of renewable heat and renewable electricity technologies have depended on the relative levels of support , and have resulted generally in a lower renewable contribution to final energy consumption .

Recycle It , Do n't Trash It ! is an anti-pollution slogan that was included on all arcade games imported into North America between 1992 and 2000 . The message appeared during the attract modes of video games as well as on some pinball machines . It was established by United States Environmental Protection Agency Administrator William K. Reilly with an agreement with the American Amusement Machine Association . By law , it had to be included on all imported arcade games and continued to appear long after Reilly left office . The quote normally appeared in blue against a white background with the EPA seal on the bottom left and Reilly 's signature on the bottom right . Later games used Carol Browner 's signature on the bottom right .   Similarly , Winners Do n't Use Drugs is the name of an anti-drug slogan that was included on all arcade games imported into North America for 11 years from 1989 -- 2000 .

Deesha Dyer ( born 1978 ) is an American public servant who served as the White House Social Secretary for U.S. President Barack Obama from 2015 to 2017 . Dyer also served as Deputy to the previous Social Secretary , Jeremy Bernard . Her White House career began as an intern in the Office of Scheduling and Advance in Fall 2009 . She was the Obama administration 's fourth social secretary and the second of African-American descent . Before working at the White House she worked as the executive assistant at the Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust and a freelance writer at the Philadelphia Citypaper . She is from Philadelphia , Pennsylvania .   Dyer won a 2017 NAACP Image Award for the BET special Love & Happiness : An Obama Celebration . She volunteers her time as the Executive Director of Philadelphia based teen girl travel group , beGirl.world . In 2017 , she was signed as a speaker to Outspoken Agency .   Dyer has been featured in national media outlets including TIME , The New York Times , Marie Claire , Essence , Vogue , Refinery29 , Forbes , The Root and Washington Post .

Racial segregation is the separation of humans into racial or other ethnic groups in daily life . It may apply to activities such as eating in a restaurant , drinking from a water fountain , using a public toilet , attending school , going to the movies , riding on a bus , or in the rental or purchase of a home or of hotel rooms . Segregation is defined by the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance as `` the act by which a ( natural or legal ) person separates other persons on the basis of one of the enumerated grounds without an objective and reasonable justification , in conformity with the proposed definition of discrimination . As a result , the voluntary act of separating oneself from other people on the basis of one of the enumerated grounds does not constitute segregation '' . According to the UN Forum on Minority Issues , `` The creation and development of classes and schools providing education in minority languages should not be considered impermissible segregation , if the assignment to such classes and schools is of a voluntary nature '' .   Racial segregation is generally outlawed , but may exist de facto through social norms , even when there is no strong individual preference for it , as suggested by Thomas Schelling 's models of segregation and subsequent work . Segregation may be maintained by means ranging from discrimination in hiring and in the rental and sale of housing to certain races to vigilante violence ( such as lynchings ) . Generally , a situation that arises when members of different races mutually prefer to associate and do business with members of their own race would usually be described as separation or de facto separation of the races rather than segregation . In the United States , segregation was mandated by law in some states and came with anti-miscegenation laws ( prohibitions against interracial marriage ) . Segregation , however , often allowed close contact in hierarchical situations , such as allowing a person of one race to work as a servant for a member of another race . Segregation can involve spatial separation of the races , and mandatory use of different institutions , such as schools and hospitals by people of different races .