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Taking a Chance with Solar Energy
Posted by on July 27, 2011 at 1:13 PM EDTOnce a company of just six workers, Martifer Solar USA has grown remarkably over the past few years, adding 53 other employees and taking advantage of a variety of grants provided by the Federal government.
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America's Modern Moon Shot
Posted by on July 15, 2011 at 5:57 PM EDTAs countries around the world race to seize the economic opportunities of clean energy, we have the chance to harness the incredible ingenuity and entrepreneurship of Americans. UTC Power is just one example of how the global appetite for clean energy is presenting opportunities for our businesses, for good jobs that pay good wages, and for greater economic security for American families.
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Entrepreneur Advances Technology and Job Creation Across America
Posted by on July 7, 2011 at 3:16 PM EDTIn 1966, Kevin Didden seized an opportunity to improve technology in the world's oil fields, and started CiDRA, which specializes in the installation of sensors in active oil wells. Since that time, he has started three more successful companies in various technical areas, creating jobs and driving innovation wherever he goes.
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Earn While You Learn: 100 Years of Apprenticeship
Posted by on June 6, 2011 at 3:40 PM EDTSpeaking at the National Mall, Department of Labor Secretary Hilda Solis commemorates 100 years of registered apprenticeships and the success of the millions of Americans who started their careers as apprentices.
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President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics: The Next Step in Improving the Academic Achievement of Latino Students
Posted by on May 26, 2011 at 2:09 PM EDTToday, the President's Advisory Commission on Excellence for Hispanics were announced at the White House and held their inagural meeting at the White House.
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The President at Coast Guard Academy Commencement: "I’ve Seen Your Devotion to Duty"
Posted by on May 18, 2011 at 2:41 PM EDTThe President gave his last Commencement Address of the season at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut.
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President Obama Welcomes UConn Huskies to the White House: "Inspiring Some Future Stars"
Posted by on May 17, 2011 at 6:47 PM EDTThe President honors the 2011 NCAA Men's Basketball champion at the White House and the Huskies hold a youth basketball clinic.
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Healthy Markets, Healthy Communities: A Story Celebrating Service
Posted by on March 14, 2011 at 12:32 PM EDTDivya Kumaraiah, Policy Assistant to the White House Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation, talks to Wholesome Wave about the transformational work they are doing connecting low-income communities, family farmers, and fresh foods.
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Answering Your Questions on Bullying Prevention
Posted by on March 8, 2011 at 2:43 PM EDTSubmit your questions for Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett and a panel of experts about preventing bullying in our schools, then tune in Thursday at 11:00am EST to see them answered.
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Dana Gresham's Story: Creating Jobs Today, Investing in the Infrastructure of Tomorrow
Posted by on February 10, 2011 at 8:30 PM EDTDana Gresham, Assistant Secretary for Governmental Affairs at the Department of Transportation, discusses his role in helping Americans do the jobs of today, building the infrastructure of tomorrow.
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