Autor: venred

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — «With 4.57 billion prescriptions filled per year in the U.S., the amount of associated packaging is contributing to landfill waste.  In fact, from 1994 to 2012, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency data indicated that waste during that period grew 20 percent. In addition, medication bottles have labels attached with the patient’s personal information. To solve these issues, I created a new product to eliminate the hassle of scraping off medication labels and to reduce extra waste in the landfill,» said an inventor, from Charlotte, N.C.

The REFILL-A-PACK fulfills the need for an improved means of packaging prescription drug refills to prevent waste and clutter. It also eliminates the accumulation of plastic medication bottles in the home and provides peace of mind by eliminating the need to throw away plastic bottles. This packaging method could promote recycling.

«I am always afraid of someone stealing my identity, so every month I try to scrape the labels of each one of my medication bottles. Before I can finish, the next month, there’s more. This new medication packaging, however, is convenient and time-saving.»

The original design was submitted to the Charlotte sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 19-CNC-631, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/inventhelp-inventor-develops-improved-method-for-packaging-prescription-medication-cnc-631-301210067.html

SOURCE InventHelp

Extended cruises up to 127 days explore six continents; guests who book a full voyage receive an Early Booking Bonus valued at up to $6,730 per person

SEATTLE, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Holland America Line’s Grand Voyages are made for dreamers, adventurers and explorers seeking to discover new cultures and illuminating experiences. The quest for destination immersion continues with Holland America Line’s 2022 Grand Africa Voyage, 2023 Grand World Voyage and 2023 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage, which are now open for sale.

A Holland America Line Grand Voyage is the pinnacle of cruising. Ranging from 71 to 127 days, these longer journeys take travelers to the far corners of the world across six continents, all roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, without the need for international air travel. Memorable experiences highlight each cruise — from a visit to Antarctica’s otherworldly landscapes to spying Africa’s «Big Five» on safari.

Each Grand Voyage offers an Early Booking Bonus valued at up to $6,730 per person for guests who book the full Grand Africa Voyage itinerary by Feb. 25, 2022, or the full Grand World Voyage or Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage by June 1, 2022.

2022 Grand Africa Voyage Highlights
Africa is a continent of riches, from the rolling grasslands of the savanna to the pristine beaches of the Seychelles. Travelers on the Grand Africa Voyage are in for an experience unlike any other, and with Holland America Line at the helm it will be a memorable journey — guaranteed.

• 71 days. Departs Oct. 10, 2022, sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale aboard Zaandam on a clockwise navigation around the continent.
• 4 overnight calls: Aqaba, Jordan; Cape Town, South Africa (two nights); Zanzibar, Tanzania; and Victoria, Seychelles.
• 25 ports in 21 countries and territories, in the order of calls: Portugal, Spain, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Egypt, Jordan, Seychelles, Tanzania, Mayotte, Madagascar, Mozambique, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Gambia, Senegal, Cape Verde, Puerto Rico.
• A memorable daylight transit of the Suez Canal en route to Aqaba, Jordan, for the opportunity to travel to the Lost City of Petra.
• Safari and wildlife opportunities include Serengeti National Park, Maasi Mara Reserve, Ngorongoro Crater, Tsavo National Park, Jozani Forest Reserve, Lokobe National Park, the Black Lemur Sanctuary, Kruger National Park, Phinda Mountain Lodge and Thanda Private Game Reserve.
• Two days at Cape Town, South Africa, to explore Table Mountain, Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Kulala Desert Lodge and more.

2023 Grand World Voyage Highlights
There’s no better way to see the world than on a Holland America Line Grand World Voyage, recognized as the 2020 Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice for Best World Cruise Itinerary and 2020 TravelAge West Editor’s Pick for Best World Cruise. More ports, longer stays, immersive overnights ashore.

• 127 days. Departing Jan. 3, 2023, aboard Zaandam roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on an itinerary that circles the globe on a westwardly route.
• Zaandam crosses the South Pacific to New Zealand and Australia before sailing up the west coast of Africa and charting a path through Northern Europe.
• 61 ports in 30 countries and island nations: Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Panama, French Polynesia, Cook Islands, Tonga, New Zealand, Australia, Mauritius, Réunion, Madagascar, Mozambique, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Gambia, Senegal, Spain, Morocco, Portugal, France, England, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Scotland and Ireland.
• 8 overnight calls: Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Panama; Papeete, Tahiti; Sydney, Hobart, Adelaide and Fremantle (Perth), Australia; Cape Town, South Africa; and Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
• 20 calls around the African continent with numerous opportunities for overland safari experiences.

2023 Grand South America & Antarctica Highlights
South America is a land of contrasts. In the north, lush rain forest canopies reach as far as the eye can see, while in the south snow-capped mountains make for a stunning backdrop to the ultimate circumnavigation of the continent.

• 74 days. Departing Jan. 3, 2023, aboard Volendam roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on an itinerary that circles the continent on a counterclockwise route.
• 34 ports in 16 countries and island nations across two continents: Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Antarctica, Falkland Islands, Uruguay, Brazil, French Guiana, Barbados, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Bahamas.
• 5 overnight calls: Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Panama; Manaus and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Buenos Aires, Argentina (two nights); Callao (Lima), Peru (two nights).
• Daylight transit of the Panama Canal and overland opportunities to visit Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, Patagonia and Iguazu Falls.
• Four days of spectacular scenic cruising in the icescapes of Antarctica.
• Additional scenic cruising includes the Chilean Fjords, Strait of Magellan, Amalia or Brujo Glacier, Cockburn and Beagle channels, Glacier Alley and Cape Horn.
• 12 calls in Brazil and a journey along the Amazon River to Manaus.

A Grand Onboard Experience
On a Grand Voyage, evening shipboard activities shine with local cultural entertainment and special guest headliners. Festive gala balls and formal nights create memorable moments, along with an exclusive Captain’s Grand Voyage Dinner for full-cruise guests. Dining is elevated to a new level on each Grand Voyage with menus that change daily and are seldom repeated, featuring local ingredients and regional cuisine.

Grand World Voyage Early Booking Benefits
Guests who book a qualifying stateroom category on the full 71-day Grand Africa Voyage by Feb. 25, 2022, receive 3% savings off the cruise-only fare, along with amenities valued at up to $3,970 per person, including an onboard spending credit, prepaid gratuities, luggage delivery service and a welcome bottle of sparkling wine. Suites also receive an initial in-suite liquor setup, free shore excursion, unlimited luggage delivery service and Signature Internet Package.

Guests who book the full 74-day Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage or the full 127-day Grand World Voyage by June 1, 2022 in a qualifying stateroom category, also receive 3% savings off the cruise-only fare, along with the amenities listed above, valued at $4,070 for the Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage and $6,730 for the Grand World Voyage, both per person.

For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the Holland America Blog.  Access all social media outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com.

About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE:  CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon more than 70 years ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits more than 470 ports in 98 countries around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will join the fleet in July 2021.

The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line’s ships feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland America Line’s esteemed Culinary Council, comprising world-famous chefs.

In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently enhancing health and safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Our actual offerings may vary from what is displayed or described in marketing materials. Review our current Cruise Updates, Health & Safety Protocols and CDC Travel Advisories.

View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-lines-bucket-list-grand-world-voyage-is-now-open-book-2022-grand-africa-voyage-and-2023-grand-voyages-around-the-world-and-south-america–antarctica-301215446.html

SOURCE Holland America Line

ATLANTA, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Cox Enterprises announced it has accelerated its goal to be carbon and water neutral from 2044 to 2034 as part of the company’s national sustainability program, Cox Conserves. The new Cox Conserves strategy expedites the company’s zero environmental footprint goals by reducing, replacing and recycling within its own operations, along with developing new renewable projects and partnerships to offset impacts.

Since Cox set its original goals in 2013, clean technologies and renewables have advanced, and the costs associated with these industries have decreased. At the same time, the pace of climate change has led to ever-worsening consequences and driven a more urgent need for change.

«Our planet is in crisis,» said Ira Pearl, vice president of environmental sustainability. «Corporate involvement is critical to addressing climate change. When companies, governments and people work together, we can build a more sustainable future.»

By achieving carbon and water neutrality 10 years earlier, Cox will substantially reduce its total greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere, while also having a meaningful impact on both drinking water and water-related ecosystems. The Zero Waste to Landfill goal will retain its original target of 2024.

Recent advancements in clean technology and the reduced cost of renewable energy have now put these goals within closer reach. The company’s new strategy includes a clear roadmap to achieve these accelerated goals, including: 

• Reducing Cox’s energy use (75% of our carbon footprint), while replacing the energy we must use with renewable resources.
• Leveraging new and emerging technologies, utilizing a whole facility approach to reduce energy demand and generate green energy, reducing water use, and driving waste diversion.
• Reducing water consumption by 30% within our facilities and working with external partners on projects to replenish the remaining 70%.
• Investing in rainwater harvesting, water reclamation and facility water reductions to achieve the 30% reduction within Cox’s built environment.

Cox also partners with its highly engaged employees, who are a tremendous source of inspiration and ideas to help achieve water and carbon neutrality. The company is enhancing employee education on what can be done at work and home, while offering more immersive and engaging ways for employees to participate.

With nearly $140 million invested in more than 400 projects, Cox has long been committed to driving meaningful progress toward environmental change. Some of its investments include New River Clean Energy, which captures landfill gas to generate renewable energy and reduce methane emissions, and the development of 63 solar arrays in 34 locations. To learn more about Cox’s commitment to sustainability, visit www.CoxCSRReport.com.

About Cox Enterprises 
Cox Enterprises is dedicated to building a better future through our leading communications, automotive, and media companies. Our major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications and Cox Automotive, and we are strategically investing in new industries and emerging technologies, with sizeable interests in clean technology and healthcare. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Cox is a global company with nearly $20 billion in annual revenues and brands that include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book and Cox Homelife. Founded in 1898 by Ohio Governor James M. Cox, the company is a family-owned business committed to its people, communities and planet. To learn more about Cox, visit coxenterprises.com, view our Sustainability Report at coxcsrreport.com, or follow us on Twitter via @CoxEnterprises or @AlexTaylor_Cox. 

View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cox-enterprises-accelerates-sustainability-goals-by-10-years-301215438.html

SOURCE Cox Enterprises