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St. Paul, Minn. (PRWEB) January 24, 2012

American Public Medias Marketplace, PBS NEWSHOUR, the Center for Investigative Reporting and Homelands Productions are collaborating on a multi-platform media project, Food for 9 Billion. The project examines the challenge of feeding the world at a time of growing demand, changing diets, rising food and energy prices, shrinking land and water resources and accelerating climate change.

Both in format and in subject matter, Food for 9 Billion will be one of the most thorough explorations of global food security issues to appear in public media.

The main project elements for Food for 9 Billion include a year-long series of radio features on Marketplace, a year-long series of video features on PBS NEWSHOUR and an online experience managed by the Center for Investigative Reporting at foodfor9billion.org. Specialists at Cornell University, Franklin & Marshall College and PBS NEWSHOUR are designing interactive web features and materials for teachers and students.

On Monday, Jan. 23, Marketplace and PBS NEWSHOUR each broadcast special features on the ways in which rapid population growth contributes to a deepening food crisis in the Philippines. Both were reported by Los Angeles-based freelance journalist Sam Eaton. Earlier features examined the role of science in boosting global food production, the roots of famine in eastern Africa, and the debate in Egypt over food policies and prices.

The struggle to put food on the table is such a basic human story, said Homelands Productions Jonathan Miller, executive producer for Food for 9 Billion. We can see it in the families we meet in the Philippines, who are determined to gain some control over their futures. But its also a complex societal story, mixing economics, science, ethics, politics and culture.

Feeding the world will take so much more than producing more food, said Sharon Tiller, who heads digital media at The Center for Investigative Reporting. The stories we produce across multiple platforms–including television, radio, animation, and interactive features– will reveal how factors as diverse as population, climate, politics and global trade all interact, allowing us to create a three-dimensional portrait of the monumental challenge we face.

‘Food for 9 Billion’ is anchored in the qualities that public media audiences value mosthigh quality journalism and powerful storytelling with opportunities for response and engagement in the story, said Jon McTaggart, American Public Medias president and CEO. Using all the media technologies available, allows us to support a global challenge with global coverage.

Food for 9 Billion is made possible in part by grants from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the New Venture Fund and the Grantham Foundation, with additional support from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, the National Science Foundation, and the Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future at Cornell University. To learn more about Food for 9 Billion, visit foodfor9billion.org.

Contacts:

Tara Schlosser

Phone: (651) 290-1436

tschlosser(at)americanpublicmedia(dot)org

Jonathan Miller

Phone: (607) 266-8128

jon(at)homelands(dot)org

Anne Bell

Phone: (703) 998-2175

abell(at)newshour(dot)org

Christa Scharfenberg

Phone: (510) 809-3171

cscharfenberg(at)cironline(dot)org

About CIR:

The Center for Investigative Reporting is the nation’s oldest nonprofit investigative news organization. It produces compelling multimedia stories to engage and inform the public, distributing them through hundreds of news outlets, such as FRONTLINE, NPR, The Washington Post and The Daily Beast. CIR launched California Watch in 2009, now the largest investigative team in the state. CIRs reports have sparked congressional hearings and legislation, UN resolutions, public interest lawsuits and changes in corporate policies.

About Homelands Productions:

Homelands Productions is a nonprofit journalism collective that specializes in radio features and documentaries, particularly from the developing world. Since its founding in 1990, Homelands has produced eight major series for public radio, reporting from more than 50 countries and winning 22 national and international awards.

About PBS NEWSHOUR:

PBS NEWSHOUR is seen by over 5 million weekly viewers and is also available online, via public radio in select markets and via podcast. The program is produced in association with WETA Washington, DC, and WNET.org in New York. Major corporate funding for the PBS NEWSHOUR is provided by BNSF Railway, with additional support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and public television viewers. PBS Newshour Extra, a web resource for high school students and teachers, offers current events resources and lesson plans tied to national standards.

About Marketplace:

Marketplace is produced and distributed by American Public Media (APM), in association with the University of Southern California. Public radio consists of more than 900 individually owned and operated public radio stations (or regional systems of stations). American Public Media is one of the largest producers of public radio programming in the world, with a portfolio reaching 16 million listeners via nearly 800 radio stations nationwide each week. In addition to APM, Public Radio International and National Public Radio distribute and produce national programs. For more information on Marketplace visit marketplace.org. For more information on American Public Media visit publicradio.org.

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FLORHAM PARK, NJ (PRWEB) January 23, 2012

BASF, the global leader for sustainable construction products, invites 2012 International Builders Show? (IBS) attendees to learn and experience how the intelligent integration of energy-efficient, durable technologies and products into construction projects is the key to long-lasting business success.

The show will take place at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, from Feb. 8-11, 2012. The BASF booth, W3443, will present kiosks featuring options in high-performance insulation systems; porous concrete and pavement that replenish natural aquifers; easy-to-install liquid-applied air and water barriers; and roofing and wall assemblies that reduce energy demand while standing up against hurricane force winds, to name a few. Additional programming includes:

????BASF Building Science Trivia Smackdown: Play the BASF Building Science Trivia Smackdown at the top and bottom of each hour of the show. The contestant with the highest score at the end of each day will win a new tablet computer.

????Construction App Bar: Learn about BASFs portfolio of sustainable construction offerings with our interactive mobile app. Browse product brochures, watch videos, view case studies and make connections, all with the swipe of a finger.

????BASF Builders Challenge Awards at Show Village 2012: In partnership with the Department of Energys Builders Challenge, BASF will honor ten builders for their contribution to high-performance, energy-efficient building during the 4th Annual BASF Builders Challenge Awards program at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, at Show Village 2012.

????EnergyValue Housing Award: BASF, the 2012 Platinum sponsor of the 17th annual EnergyValue Housing Award, joins the National Association of Home Builders Research CenterSM to honor homebuilders who voluntarily incorporate energy efficiency into the design, construction and marketing of new homes. The event will occur on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. at the ICEBAR in Orlando, Florida. For event details please visit http://www.nahbrc.com/evha/index.aspx.

????The Cool Energy House: BASF is proud to announce that Neopor? expandable polystyrene foam is a key ingredient in the Cool Energy House, an energy-retrofit demonstration project made possible by the technical innovations of the Department of Energys Building America Retrofit Alliance. The building envelope, key to the homes performance, features structural insulated panels by FischerSIPS? optimized with Neopor?. To learn more about the project, or to receive an invitation to the VIP event on the evening of Feb. 9, please visit the BASF booth, W3443.

For more information on BASFs energy-efficient, durable and sustainable construction offerings, please visit http://www.basf.us/construction.

To schedule a booth tour during IBS, please contact Mary MacLeod-Jones at 207-222-2774.

BASF The Chemical Company

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has approximately 16,400 employees in North America, and had sales of $ 17.7 billion in 2010. For more information about BASFs North American operations, visit http://www.basf.us.

BASF is the worlds leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, and agricultural products to oil and gas. As a reliable partner, BASF creates chemistry to help its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF posted sales of more than 63.9 billion in 2010 and had approximately 109,000 employees as of the end of the year. Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com or in the Social Media Newsroom at newsroom.basf.com.

International Builders Show? is a registered trademark of the National Association of Home Builders

National Association of Home Builders Research Center SM is a service mark of the National Association of Home Builders

Neopor? is a registered trademark of BASF SE

FischerSIPS? is a registered trademark of FischerSIPS LLC

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CHINO, CALIFORNIA (PRWEB) January 24, 2012

A third of Americans are considered either overweight or obese. Its often unclear just when those stubborn pounds packed on and never came off, but many people lead lives of quiet desperation, wishing that they could lose all that theyve gained over the years. The Camp Chino Hills Weight Loss Program is an extremely effective way to combat those last 20-30 pounds.

For years since my twenties I dreamed of feeling and looking like this, says Karen, a Chino Hills Weight Loss Program participant who lost 65 pounds. People do not recognize me and are constantly asking me how I did it. It took work, patience, focus, and determination to stay on track, but it was the best thing Ive ever done for myself. Because of my drastic change, good nutrition and exercise have become a permanent part of my life. For the first time in my life, I enjoy exercising!

The Camp Boot Camp is a Chino Hills weight loss program that educates members on nutritious eating principals and provides each new member with a customized day-by-day diet to follow for maximum weight loss. Participants eat a balanced diet of lean protein, complex carbs, low-fat dairy, fruits and vegetables. There are no protein bars, supplements or shakes mandated in the program and the proposed foods can fit into any reasonable budget. Certified nutritionists can amend the program for people with allergies, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or a number of other conditions.

Many of The Camp Boot Camps trainers once struggled with Chino Hills weight loss for years on end. Delia and Erick at the Riverside clinic, and Alejandra at the Chino Hills clinic have all gone through the entire program. After making total body transformations, they decided they want to motivate others to reach their full potential and get rid of cellulite thighs and pot-bellies that people thought theyd never lose.

The exercise portion of the Chino hills fitness program meets for an hour, three times a week, and combines cardio, resistance training and core conditioning. Participants use Bosu Balls, run through obstacle courses, do lunges and squats, and incorporate kickboxing moves.

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Florham Park, NJ (PRWEB) January 26, 2012

BASF, the worlds leading chemical company, is proud to announce that Neopor? rigid foam insulation is a key ingredient in the Cool Energy House, an energy-retrofit demonstration project made possible by the technical innovations of the Department of Energys (DOE) Building America Retrofit Alliance (BARA). The house, located in Windermere, Florida, will be open for tours during the NAHB International Builders Show?, Feb. 8-11, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida.

The improvements to this 1996 built home have reduced energy consumption by more than 50 percent. One of the major contributors to the energy reduction was the specification of structural insulated panels (SIPS) from FischerSIPS? made of BASF Neopor insulation fabricated by Opco. Neopor insulation stands apart from traditional expandable polystyrene (EPS) because it contains graphite particles that reflect and absorb thermal radiation and provide better insulating performance by up to 20 percent more than traditional EPS.

We know that energy efficiency starts with a well-insulated building envelope, said Damian Pataluna, President of FischerSIPS. Since FischerSIPS with Neopor can increase energy efficiency by up to 20 percent, using them in wall and roof systems makes it easier for builders and architects to reach aggressive energy-saving goals.

Aaron Wood, BASFs North American Marketing & Innovation Manager for the Global Foams Business agrees, Making it easy and cost-effective is the key. Thats why BASF works with our customers and Neopor Ingredient Brand partners on projects like the Cool Energy House. We believe, through innovation, we can accelerate the industrys efforts to commercialize more sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. Projects like this are an important part of that process, said Wood.

For more information on BASFs energy-efficient, durable and sustainable construction offerings, please visit http://www.basf.us/construction.

To schedule a booth tour during IBS or for more information about visiting the Cool Energy House, please contact Mary MacLeod Jones at 207-222-2774.

About Building America Retrofit Alliance (BARA)

BARA is a U.S. Department of Energy Building America team led by Building Media, Inc. BARA combines technical expertise and real-world experience with communications and outreach expertise to bridge the gap between residential energy technology research and the construction market. The BARA teams strength is derived from its high qualified, multidisciplinary members: Building Media, Inc., the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Steve Easley and Associates, and Confluence Communications.

About Opco

Located in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Opco is an EPS foam block molder and fabricator with 22 years experience in the industry. They utilize current technology equipment providing high performance materials to the lamination, insulation and packaging fabrication markets. From their 130,000sf facility located in western Pennsylvania, OPCO is situated to serve a large geographic market.

About FischerSIPS

Established in 1987 by Fred Fischer, FischerSIPS is a manufacturer and distributor of structural insulated panels located in Louisville, Kentucky. With a focus on the small to mid-size builder and general contractor, FischerSIPS can adapt and change to meet a variety of needs.

About BASF

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has approximately 16,400 employees in North America, and had sales of $ 17.7 billion in 2010. For more information about BASFs North American operations, visit http://www.basf.us.

BASF is the worlds leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics and performance products to agricultural products, fine chemicals and oil and gas. As a reliable partner, BASF creates chemistry to help its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF posted sales of more than 50 billion in 2009 and had approximately 105,000 employees as of the end of the year. Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com.

Neopor? is a registered trademark of BASF SE

FischerSIPS? is a registered trademark of FischerSIPS, LLC

International Builders Show? is a registered trademark of the National Association of Home Builders

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