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Savitha Sridharan and Orora Global Inc.: Providing Renewable Energy for All
Most of us can't imagine a world without lights, refrigeration, air conditioning, and the ability to charge our cellular devices. For millions of people living in developing countries, electricity is a luxury they do not have access to; in Asia and India alone, there are nearly 600 million people who live without electricity. Recognizing this lack, computer engineer, MBA holder, ultramarathoner, and entrepreneur Savitha Sridharan founded Orora Global Inc. to address energy poverty and ultimately promote equitable and sustainable development that empowers women, children, and families around the world.
Brace Yourself: How This Startup Is Unlocking Hidden Sales Opportunities in Construction Data
Lead and sales generation have always been challenging for subcontractors and material suppliers in the construction sector. Many of these firms lack sufficient knowledge of upcoming projects, making identifying opportunities through conventional channels difficult and resulting in suppliers and subcontractors often discovering plans too late after key decisions about materials and labor have already been made. However, entrepreneur Eric Owusu Sekyere believes that applying effective data analytics can offer these firms a solution to this issue.
Tesla-Sunrun's Power Grid Program Promises $400 Annual Payout for Texas Homeowners
Tesla and Sunrun’s new partnership in Texas will pay homeowners $400 annually for contributing to the grid with their Tesla Powerwall batteries through a virtual power plant system.
Olympians Benefit From Surging Metal Prices, Making Paris Medals Worth More Than Ever
Gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics are now valued at around $900 due to soaring gold and silver prices.