The 2019 Oregon State Defense will be better than last year's squad. Of course that isn't saying much. The Beavers rank right near the bottom in the 2018 stats when you look at defense. The most important stat is points given up.
The bottom five (and remember some of the points given up can be contributed to offensive turnovers)
Connecticut 50.42 points given up per game
Oregon State 45.67
New Mexico St 41.33
Just for comparison the offense averaged 26.7 points per game which is 92nd out of the 130 FBS teams.
So what can we expect in 2019? There is no argument that the new coaching staff at Oregon State including Defensive Coordinator Tim Tibesar had an empty cupboard in Corvallis.
Two of the leading players on the defense will be back in 2019:
Defensive Back Jalen Moore had 69 tackles and 32 assists last season to lead the defense. Linebacker Shemar Smith was number two on that list with 49 tackles and 36 assists.
What are people saying about the 2019 defense? Beaverblitz.com is making this prediction about the 2019 Beav D!!
"Forcing just 15 sacks (1.25 per game), Oregon State finished the 2018 season ranked 118th in the country. The lack of pocket pressure gave opposing quarterbacks all day to throw, leading to huge plays and easy touchdowns. However, with a retooled defensive line and a more experienced linebacker group, the Beavers should see a serious uptick in sacks forced this season. The team picked up key additions in linemanJordan Whittleyand linebackerAvery Roberts, both of whom will likely step in as immediate starters. Also, assumingAddison Gumbsis ready for the beginning of the season, the Beavers will have a very athletic and physical line, which should be able to collapse the pocket and either hurry or hit the quarterback. In spring camp, the defense appeared to be miles ahead of where it was in 2018, with people flying around and wreaking havoc in the backfield. If that translates to the regular season, Oregon State’s defense will surprise a lot of people."
Yes it is a Beaver centric website but there is a big chance for the defense to improve and become credible in 2019. Up next we will go position by position to see who could be the impact players on defense for Oregon State in 2019


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The Power of Pause
Are you …
- Rushing from one meeting to the next
- Interrupting in meetings so you can get your idea in
- Failing to truly listen to colleagues
- Making hasty decisions
- Feeling a sense of anxiousness looking at the endless list?
In our multi-tasking lives, these kinds of behaviours are typical. We’re simultaneously listening, speaking, looking at notifications beeping during tasks…It’s endless, and our minds are being programmed to go with it. Not only this but our work busy schedules blur the lines between our personal and our work lives.
While we’re in ‘doing’ mode, we feel good as we’re getting things done, we’re working through the list, however, sometimes we get stuck in ‘striving mode’, where pausing seems unnatural or can leave us feeling unsettled. The environment we live in makes us doers, it is at times exhausting.
Mindfulness encourages pausing, stepping back, to connect to the breath or the body. This practice is nourishing. My natural inclination is to be a doer. I know if I don’t intentionally make space to pause I’m on that treadmill, playing a catch up game I will never win. Here we introduce the power of pause.
The Busyness of Life
The workday is endless back to back meetings, emails tasks. How often do you hear a colleague say I took time out to pause, to breathe? It is by pausing, paradoxically in that space, clarity, and attentiveness are created. According to scientific reports, we have between 80, 000, and 100,000 thoughts churning in our minds daily.
In addition to those thoughts, there are external stimuli, which necessitates further processing. Often, I hear the line ‘work (or even life) is like a treadmill: it just goes on and on’. If this is what is happening for you, then this is where the pause is invaluable. The pause in mindfulness is about just standing back and stepping off the treadmill.
It is about truly giving yourself breathing space. This pause does not have to be long – it can be 30 seconds, a minute, or more. But you choose to step back. You choose to reconnect with that inner self that is so often screaming for kind attention.
The Muddy Water
In Buddhist teachings, we find the metaphor of filling a jar with muddy water. The moving water churns the sand and all the elements that occupy the water. However, if the water is left to become still, then over time the sediments settle, and the water becomes clear. So too, with our minds: when we are constantly doing, working, planning, thinking, analysing, the mind is constantly churning.
That is part of normal living. However, as we are witnessing, if we place too much focus on this part of normal living it inevitably leads to high levels of stress and anxiety. Developing tools such as the ability to pause, to be still, to focus on the breath, enables us to step out of the doing mode. It enables us to tune into our bodies, tap into our senses, and to tune into what is going. It avoids pushing away difficult decisions, it gives you the clarity to help you respond wisely rather than aimlessly react.
When managing people, it fosters engagement and encourages you to be fully present with people. It fosters deep listening, curiosity, and, inclusiveness. All core skills managers require to be great leaders.
So go on, still the body and just breathe for a few moments.
The Power of Pause is just one article of many by Susan Keane, view more here.

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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC said on Monday that the Advanced Nigeria Democratic Party in the November 16, 2019 Governorship election in Bayelsa State did not present a validly nominated candidate. The electoral umpire said in a statement in Abuja that the nomination of its Deputy Governorship candidate Peter Esinkuma David was flawed because it fell short of the mandatory age limit of 35 years as stipulated in section 177(b) of the constitution. The electoral body was reacting to a ruling by the Bayelsa Elections Petition Tribunal, Abuja which declared the election of Governor Douye Diri as illegal and consequently ordered for fresh elections. In the statement, INEC said it observed that the Deputy Governorship candidate was born on the 10th day of February, 1985.
The Commission further explained that on 13th September 2019, it wrote to ANDP drawing the party’s attention to the invalidity of the said nomination following which it subsequently forwarded the name of one Miss Inowei Janeth as replacement. The electoral umpire said on the 27th of September 2019,it informed the party that it failed to meet the September 9, deadline for submission and substitution of candidates as provided for in the Timeline and Schedule of Activities released by the Commission on the 16th of May, 2019.
The electoral body also explained that following this obvious discrepancy, the name and logo of the party did not appear and was not reflected in the ballot paper. “Furthermore the issue of nomination and substitution of candidates raised in the petition fall within the ambit of pre-election issues covered by the 4th alteration to the constitution that must be filed within 14 days of the occurrence of the event” , INEC revealed.
By section 143(1) of the Electoral Act, if the Tribunal determines that a candidate returned as elected was not validly elected, then if notice of appeal is filed within 21 days from the date of the decision, the candidate returned as elected shall notwithstanding the contrary decision remain in office pending the determination of the appeal. The Commission is not obligated to give effect to the said judgement of the Tribunal till the parties exhaust their right of appeal as provided in the law, INEC further explained.
“Moreover, there are germane constitutional issues raised by the judgement and the Commission will take a position when it receives the certified true copy of the judgement. This is because the issues raised in the petition revolve around the invalidity of the nomination of the Deputy Governorship candidate.
Furthermore, the issue of nomination and substitution of candidates raised in the petition fall within the ambit of pre-election issues covered by the 4th alteration to the Constitution that must be filed within 14 days of the occurrence of the event. From the records in the Commission, the Advanced Nigeria Democratic Party (ANDP) was one of the Political Parties that signified its intention to contest the Bayelsa Governorship Election that took place on the 16th day of November 2019. From our records, the party conducted party primaries and at the end of the exercise it submitted the name of one Peter Esinkuma David as its Deputy Governorship candidate.
From the affidavit evidencing age and the affidavit sworn to by the candidate, the age of the candidate at the time of the submission of their nomination was 34 years contrary to section 177(b) of the Constitution that makes it mandatory that only those who are 35 and above can contest the election. In the candidates’ statutory declaration of age and affidavit attached to his form, the Party stated that the candidate was born on the 10th day of February 1985, and was 34 years on the day his name was submitted by his party. On the 13th day of September, 2019, the Commission wrote to the Party drawing their attention to the constitutional age requirement of 35 years for Governorship/Deputy Governorship candidates as stipulated in section 177(b) of the Constitution.
The Commission also informed them of the invalidity of their nomination for the 16th November 2019 Governorship election in Bayelsa State.
“On the 21st day of September 2019 and in response to the letter of the Commission dated the 13th September 2019, the Advanced Nigeria Democratic Party wrote to the Commission acknowledging the invalidity of their nomination and forwarding the name of one Miss INOWEI JANETH as their new Deputy Governorship candidate.
” On the 27th of September 2019, the Commission informed the Party that the deadline for the submission of nominations as provided for in the Timetable and Schedule of Activities released by the Commission on 16th May 2019 was 9th September 2019. The Commission also informed the Party that since they did not submit valid nomination, they couldn’t validly substitute any candidate.
Consequently, the name and logo of the Party did not appear and was not reflected in the ballot paper. The Bayelsa State Election Tribunal led by Justice Ibrahim Sirajo had on Monday in Abuja nullified the election of Governor Douye Diri as Governor of Bayelsa State on November 16, 2019. But in a statement on Monday, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, Chief Press Secretary to the Bayelsa State Governor said Governor Douye Diri would appeal the ruling.


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School district policy change will allow nurses to give students contraceptives
By Haley Rush
HILLSBORO, OR (KPTV) -- The Hillsboro School District made a major policy change Tuesday night. Now, nurses at the district’s school-based health center will be able to offer contraceptives to students.
Every school board member voted for the policy change, except one who said she had a conflict of interest and did not vote.
A spokesperson for the district said this is the second time this issue has been brought up. In 2016, the board considered changing its policy that stated it did not allow contraceptives to be given to students.
The policy now just states, “School-based health clinics will provide all health services in accordance with Oregon laws and the most current version of the Oregon school-based health centers standards for certification."
The new wording grants nurses at the district’s school-based health center the ability to prescribe contraceptives.
Two people spoke at the school board meeting Tuesday night. Both said they welcome the new policy.
Someone against the policy change didn’t speak publicly at the meeting, but the school board did acknowledge some people are uneasy about it.
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…pickled, not wet
Each culture has in its infinite wisdom, vastly contributed to the field of how to best nurse our dehydrated brains. Reportedly, it is in part from this effect that the terrible headaches and other overly self-investigated side effects of a good night out can emerge. For that reason Japanese have Genmaicha a brown rice tea, in Anglosphere countries a hair of the dog intervention is sometimes suggested, namely having one or two not long after waking up, Germans have rollmops, a sweet pickles rolled in herring, while in other places partygoers end their night with a hearty meat soup for breakfast before sleep on Sundays.
The Invisible Line
However interesting home remedies can be, let’s instead take a closer look into folks who are clearly further down the line. And it shouldn’t take much to spot one around town because after all, “The third leading risk for burden of disease in Europe is alcohol use, and alcohol consumption is almost double the global average” (World Health Organization, 2013). Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) was incorporated into the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th edition, to integrate both alcohol abuse and dependency.
Although there are some disagreements in terms of how to best identify individuals afflicted with this poorly understood, somewhat unbeatable and largely untreated ailment, we can generally say that it is characterized by sensitization and tolerance through prolonged exposure as well as withdrawal after discontinuing intake. It is safe to say that most people do not transition into dependence. For that to happen, we must also include into the aforementioned three qualifiers, negative reinforcement through self-medication of other mental disorders.
Alcohol consumption increases activity of neurotransmitters such as GABA, glycine, serotonin and nicotinic acetylcholine directly, while indirectly it increases dopamine, opioid and endocannabinoid activity and limits glutamate. As expected, loads of genetic studies have pinpointed common themes, a favorite being the aldehyde dehydrogenase ALDH2 gene, which by contrast decreases risk and is mainly carried by Asian populations. However, it is suggested we only understand 1% of the genetic contribution and “higher powered genome-wide association studies […] across large numbers of single-nucleotide polymorphisms”, linking many specific genes known to be partially involved are still required (Connor, 2015).
Given alcohol’s pleasurable effect, the reward circuitry is clearly involved and not surprisingly that lends to nucleus accumbens and dopamine. Interestingly, dopamine influences intrinsic motivation and levels are lower at withdrawal, referring to the effects of abruptly stopping or lowering intake in a dependent person. This could, together with a greater propensity to revert to conditioned behavior through background stimuli, offer a partial explanation for low success rates of treatment. Research has shown that nucleus accumbens activity, was heightened in AUD participants who relapsed more often.
Since we have already kicked off the holidays, we might want to give thought to why some will push through with their New Year’s resolutions, while other will make for hospital. As for neuroimaging studies, Dupuy and Chanraud have recently published a chapter devoted to AUD. What they observed is termed disconnection syndrome, meaning brain areas in patients cannot be equally recruited as those for healthy folks. And although this was previously reported under pathophysiology studies, it is now thoroughly supported by imaging research on functional connectivity.
We previously mentioned the reward system but other important players are the default mode network (DMN) active when attending to the outside world and representing our resting state; the entorhinal cortex (EC) area used in memory and navigation; and salience area (SA), used in defining key attributes as well as recruiting other networks.
The authors explain that “[f]or DMN, SA, reward and EC networks, both greater within-network and expanded outside-network connectivity correlated with poor performance and altered mood” (Dupuy & Chanraud, 2015). The DMN of patients proved to be less synchronized, which possibly interferes with the allocation of mental resources to other areas. Prolonged abstinence increases entorhinal connectivity and enhances cognitive abilities while short abstinence leads to increased activity in reward centers. fMRI work has also been done in less studied frequency oscillations, for which differences were reported in all 56 subjects versus controls. Taken together, these studies show that an alcoholic’s brain relies more on alternative networks; put simply it takes more effort to accomplish a same goal.
Another key component for differences observed in patients comes from a work around glial cells (those that are usually attributed a role of support and protection in the nervous system). Research has shown that Ibudilast, a drug that acts to inhibit microglia, resulted in lower stress and cue induced cravings. Other more widely accepted medications include Naltrexone, used in the U.S. and another opioid antagonist Nalmefene, approved only in Europe. It turns out that the immune system creates peripheral signals from drinking which can last months and are possibly further potentiated by microglia eventually leading to cell death. Alterations to these, also create compounds that mimic neurotransmitter glutamate and increase cravings.
Clean or old fashioned?
A popular topic in neuroscience and a major focus for this department is decision-making, something we certainly question in heavy drinkers and those that fall off the wagon. A two-step decision task in a study will include a model-free (state transitions or changes are not so important) and a model-based (takes more into account reward in transition) scenario, where responses in about 70% of trials are common and in 30% rare.
This means that the participant cannot definitely anticipate a correct answer but the approach taken allows for a detailed study of the mechanism or algorithms that describe how individuals are operating at each stage. When using this type of task with AUD patients researchers explained that, “[…] alcohol-dependent patients appeared to have difficulties repeating an action that is generally more rewarded, but was punished during the most recently pursued action”, and suggest impaired regulation of dopamine is involved (Heinz, 2017).
Furthermore, it’s not just cues or triggers and exposure to even small doses that insult equilibrium in treated patients, stress also plays a key role. Stress is known to deplete serotonin and dopamine and affect the immune system (including glial cells). During withdrawal and while drinking, cortisol is released and impairs the pre-frontal cortex, an area proven to be involved in decision-making.
Taking these facts into consideration, it is apparent why AUD is a progressive and degenerative. After all, many neurological aspects make further consumption easier through reward habituation and relapse through interference with instrumental learning. Recently, after being allowed visitation to a detox support group at a local hospital it was clear that even after sharing their tragic accounts, some patients felt they were there by mistake, too eager maybe for the next drink. Hard as it may be, the fact is that they seemed to measured consequences with a different stick and even while confined to a ward, the question whether alcoholism can be considered a disease remains for many.
Some health professionals suggest seeing it as a framework or condition as is the case of diabetes, for which patients can take precautions and avoid major complications. Unfortunately to date, the available medication is for short-term, for deterrence and is maybe too specific to treat any causes. Therapy continues to grant the best results, but co-occurring mental disorders can only be addressed once the fog of drink is lifted and for that willingness is sometimes not enough. Then again, if decision-making is so compromised, wouldn’t that confer greater responsibility to society? Apparently some countries think so, which is why taxes and policies vary so greatly.


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Poornima Kamath has been named head of people and culture at Bengaluru-based fintech Fi Money. Poornima has a history of holding executive positions at Microsoft and The Coca-Cola Company’s Indian bottling division.
To Fi Money’s leadership team, Kamath adds more than 20 years of experience in personnel and culture change. She will improve the three-year-old fintech company’s human resources procedures and contribute to creating a world-class culture that will draw in, nurture, and keep outstanding talent.
She held the positions of Associate Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer while employed with Coca-Cola. Prior to that, throughout her twelve years at Microsoft, Kamath was in charge of overseeing international teams. She has experience working with corporate groups in APAC, South Africa, and Europe in engineering, research, services, and support.
Commenting on her appointment Kamath said “I am delighted to join Fi as Head of People and Culture. Having worked with a number of successful global companies over the last couple of decades, I am looking forward to being part of this growing organisation as we design and implement a people agenda that drives our business forward. I look forward to making Fi a great workplace as we build a world-class team,” .
She joins at a time when the startup plans to double its headcount by the end of this year.
“As we grow, it’s critical to expand our leadership team and capabilities. People & Culture has always been and will continue to be one of Fi’s most important pillars. And so, we are pleased to have Poornima Kamath as our Head of People & Culture. She joins our leadership team to own and lead all our efforts on the people side of Fi,” said Sujith Narayanan, co-founder and CEO, Fi Money.

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Kathmandu, April 26, 2018: Nearly two third of classrooms damaged during the 2015 april earthquake are awaiting reconstruction three years from the disaster. It is learned that only one-third of the total damaged classrooms have been reconstructed so far.
Even though the post-disaster recovery report of the National Reconstruction had plans to finish the reconstruction of classrooms in three years’ time, only one third of the total damaged classrooms have been successfully reinstated and functional.
The progress in school rebuilding has been slow due to several factors, including lengthy land acquisition process, lack of skilled manpower and construction materials and adequate budget as shared by Imnarayan Shrestha, the director of NRA Central Level Project Implementation Unit (Education).
A total of 13,249 classrooms from 3,613 schools out of 39,000 classrooms from 7,923 schools have been rebuilt so far out of which 75 percent of them were reconstructed by the school management committees, 15 percent by non-government organizations and 10 percent by the business community.
A total of 1,700 schools undergoing reconstruction are set to be completed by this year and a budget totaling 12 billion rupees is allocated for the same, according to sources.
The District Project Implementation Unit (Educaition) have been set up to aid in the reconstruction of Schools in 20 out of 31 earthquake-affected districts. The NRA signs the contract and releases the amount for the reconstruction after the local levels recommend the names and endorses the sketch of schools that are to be reconstructed.
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A company in Morganton is expanding and plans to create more jobs.
A story from Furniture Today posted to its website Wednesday entitled “Ekornes adds capacity at N.C. assembly plant” said the company plans to add 100,000 square feet to its Morganton facility, which is located on Wamsutta Mill Road, and add 65 jobs. The location produces the company’s Stressless sofas.
The company’s president, Peter Bjerregaard, told Furniture Today, “North America makes up the largest market for Ekornes’ global business in terms of revenue and sales potential. Our Stressless business is thriving, and this expansion is a very positive display of the company’s dedication and support to our market, our retail partners and consumers here in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.”
Bjerregaard told Furniture Today the expansion will reduce lead times to both dealer partners and consumers.
The story said the expansion is expected to occur in two phases. It said Ekornes leased a new external warehouse to make room for increased production capacity that will bring 15 or more new jobs to the Morganton facility and will increase daily capacity by 30% more seats by mid-January.
The story says Phase two will include a 100,000-square-foot addition to the existing plant within a year. The facility’s daily capacity is expected to increase 70% or more from its current levels, the story says, and the company will hire an additional 50 full-time employees for various positions, the story says.
Alan Wood, president and CEO of Burke Development Inc., confirmed the information in the Furniture Today story was accurate and his organization has been working with the company on the expansion project. However, he said the project is ongoing and there are a lot of details to work out.
Wood said BDI is very happy to be working with the company on the project.
“Ekornes has been great for the community and we’re very happy to have them here and to have them growing,” Wood said. “They’re a great partner.”
Wood said BDI will be looking at applying for a state building reuse grant for the project.
The grant, if approved, would require a 5% local match, which would be presented to the county and the city of Morganton for consideration, he said.
Wood said he will try to get the request for a grant match on the county commissioners’ and city’s December agendas. He said application for the grant is in January with a February award date.
Wood said he will release more details about the project as BDI and the company work them out.


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Sustainability consulting services have become increasingly important in Nigeria. Organizations of all sizes need to ensure that their operations are aligned with sustainability objectives, and Novatia Consulting provides the expertise needed for this endeavor.
With a deep understanding of both the local business environment and global sustainability trends, Novatia is uniquely positioned to assist Nigerian businesses in achieving their goals.
This article will discuss the ways in which Novatia’s sustainability consulting services can benefit organizations operating within Nigeria.
Overview Of Novatia Consulting
Novatia Consulting is a sustainability consulting firm based in Nigeria. We specialize in green auditing and creating sustainable metrics for businesses to measure their progress towards achieving sustainability goals. Our team of experienced consultants have extensive knowledge in the field, with years of experience working with organizations across multiple industries.
Our services are tailored to our clients’ needs, offering guidance on everything from environmental impact assessments and energy audits to setting up corporate sustainability management systems. With an emphasis on developing holistic strategies that encompass all aspects of the business, we provide thorough support throughout the entire process from concept through completion.
In addition to providing bespoke solutions, Novatia Consulting also offers comprehensive training programs aimed at equipping professionals with the skills needed to effectively implement and manage successful sustainability initiatives within their own organisations. Through these courses, our experts share insights into best practices and help participants develop actionable plans for reaching their desired outcomes.
By leveraging world-class expertise and proven methodologies, Novatia Consulting enables companies to reduce costs while meeting key performance indicators related to social responsibility and environmental protection.
As such, we remain committed to helping our clients make measurable progress towards attaining long-term sustainability objectives.
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Novatia Consulting provides a range of environmental consulting services to clients in Nigeria that are tailored to suit their needs and goals. Our expertise and resources enable us to assist our clients with the development, implementation, and management of sustainable solutions for business operations.
We offer advice on topics such as green finance, sustainable procurement, responsible supply chain management, energy efficiency strategies, waste reduction plans, climate change adaptation measures, and more. Our team is experienced in helping corporations identify areas of risk within their organizational framework so they can take proactive steps towards sustainability.
For instance, we provide guidance on how companies can implement policies around emissions control and renewable energy use. In addition, we evaluate the impacts of proposed projects or activities by utilizing both qualitative and quantitative assessment tools. This allows organizations to make informed decisions about their investments in terms of risks associated with potential environmental damage.
We understand that each client’s specific requirements must be taken into account when providing consultancy services related to sustainability practices. To ensure success in this regard, we have developed an approach which focuses on three key principles: identifying challenges; understanding stakeholders’ interests; and developing practical solutions based on sound scientific evidence.
Through this approach, Novatia Consulting is able to help businesses meet their objectives while still adhering to global standards set out by international agreements like the Paris Agreement. The following list outlines some of the ways in which Novatia Consulting supports its clients in achieving their corporate sustainability goals:
- Developing comprehensive strategies for green finance initiatives
- Assisting companies with implementing best practices for sustainable procurement
- Designing frameworks for managing environmental risks associated with operations
- Evaluating the impact of various project proposals through rigorous analysis
By leveraging these capabilities, Novatia Consulting helps organizations strengthen their commitment towards protecting natural resources while still meeting commercial growth targets.
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Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) are an important part of any sustainability consulting engagement. They provide a comprehensive understanding of the potential impacts that decisions and strategies may have on people, communities, societies, economies and environments. SIAs help to identify risks associated with projects or initiatives and allow organizations to better manage their resources while optimizing outcomes for all stakeholders involved.
At Novatia Consulting in Nigeria, we understand the need for social impact assessments as they relate to environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Our team is highly experienced in conducting these assessments to ensure our clients have access to data-driven insights into the effects various actions can have on different populations.
We also prioritize diversity and equity when it comes to analyzing results from SIA studies so that no group is left behind or underrepresented in terms of benefits derived from proposed solutions. Furthermore, our consultants strive to increase awareness around climate literacy through education and training programs which aim to equip individuals with the knowledge necessary for risk management when tackling complex environmental challenges.
By incorporating resource optimization processes into our SIA plans, we hope to create value across multiple dimensions including economic development, public health and natural capital conservation. Novatia Consulting’s approach takes an inclusive perspective towards sustainable development by focusing not only on financial returns but also societal improvements so that generations yet unborn will be able to benefit from current investments made today.
To achieve this goal requires careful consideration of both short term objectives and long term goals which necessitates rigorous analysis conducted during Social Impact Assessments activities.
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Strategic sustainability planning is a critical step in ensuring that organizations are able to meet their environmental and social obligations. Novatia Consulting offers world-class consulting services to help clients develop effective strategies for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). Our expertise spans the full range of strategic sustainability, including green financing, climate resilience, CSR compliance, energy efficiency initiatives, and stakeholder engagement strategy.
Green financing can be an important tool in helping companies manage the financial implications of transitioning to a more sustainable model. We provide comprehensive guidance on accessing capital markets through green finance instruments such as bonds or Project Finance loans. In addition, we work with our clients to develop customized frameworks for setting up long-term debt facilities that support investments into renewable energy projects or other SDG-aligned activities.
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Novatia Consulting’s team has extensive experience designing innovative sustainability solutions for Nigerian corporations and institutions across various sectors. With an integrated approach combining technical advice, industry best practices, and robust analytics tools, we enable our clients to make informed decisions about their future growth while still meeting their short-term goals.
Reporting And Data Management
Novatia Consulting provides sustainability consulting services in Nigeria and beyond. Our reporting and data management solutions are tailored to meet the needs of our clients while providing a high level of quality assurance. We specialize in green accounting, carbon footprinting and other related metrics that enable organizations to measure their impact on the environment.
We work with companies to ensure they have access to accurate, up-to-date environmental information for decision making purposes. This includes utilizing existing sources of data as well as developing custom datasets for specific projects. Additionally, we provide tools for collecting and analyzing data from various sources including field surveys, laboratory results, public records, satellite imagery and more.
In order to reduce costs associated with manual data entry or duplication of efforts across departments, Novatia Consulting creates automated processes which streamline workflow between stakeholders. These systems allow us to quickly generate reports based on user inputted criteria such as geospatial boundaries or time frames. Furthermore, these systems can be used for forecasting future trends in energy consumption or waste production so that proactive measures can be taken before problems arise.
By using advanced analytics techniques such as machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), Novatia Consulting is able to produce comprehensive analysis on large volumes of complex data sets in an efficient manner. As a result, our clients receive actionable insights into their operations that will help them make informed decisions about how best to manage resources over time and achieve long term goals related to sustainability objectives.
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Organizations have the opportunity to maximize efficiency and reduce environmental impact through supply chain and operational assessments. Novatia Consulting can provide sustainability consulting services by assessing current practices, identifying areas of improvement and providing tailored solutions for each organization’s unique objectives.
We understand that every business presents different needs in regards to operations; our goal is to develop a comprehensive analysis that will lead to more effective strategies while also reducing waste management costs.
In addition to general operational assessment, we specialize in water management optimization with an emphasis on conservation and cost reduction. Our team utilizes advanced data analytics techniques such as machine learning algorithms to identify potential opportunities for greater efficiency across multiple industries. We excel at developing customized solutions based on the specific requirements of our clients, whether it be increasing production capacity or improving water quality standards.
Furthermore, we are equipped with the tools necessary to assess factors contributing to increased energy consumption across all levels of operation. By taking into account evidence-based research methods and industry best practices, we conduct detailed surveys of existing processes while analyzing their effects on overall resource usage and emissions output. This approach allows us to recommend improvements that not only help decrease expenses associated with energy use but also improve overall profitability through better utilization of resources.
Novatia Consulting takes pride in being able to deliver accurate results quickly so organizations can take advantage of new opportunities as soon as possible. Our team provides information about various options available for improved sustainability performance along with guidance regarding implementation plans:
- Assessing current systems for any barriers related to sustainable development goals
- Identifying potential sources of capital investments for projects aiming towards achieving long term goals
- Developing strategies for cost savings within the budget constraints imposed
- Crafting appropriate policies relevant to waste management regulations
Stakeholder engagement is a critical component of sustainability consulting. In order to build an effective strategy and facilitate meaningful action, Novatia Consulting in Nigeria must consider all relevant stakeholders. By engaging with these parties through dialogue, the firm can identify unique perspectives on corporate culture and green finance, allowing for better decision-making and potential collaboration opportunities.
Engaging stakeholders requires both an internal and external approach. Internally, the team at Novatia Consulting must be knowledgeable about their own goals and objectives as well as how they integrate into various contexts. This involves understanding the particular elements of corporate culture that shape organizational behavior in relation to sustainability efforts like green finance initiatives.
Externally, it is essential to gain insight from other voices in the community; this could include interviews with representatives of local businesses or research sessions with academics who specialize in sustainable development topics. Additionally, stakeholder engagement should take place not just among individuals but also across organizations.
Creating open communication channels between different actors allows for shared knowledge exchange that can generate innovative ideas around corporate culture and green finance solutions tailored to Nigerian context. Furthermore, by establishing relationships with key partners such as NGOs or government agencies, Novatia Consulting will have access to valuable resources that may prove useful when developing a comprehensive sustainability consulting plan.
Lastly, successful stakeholder engagement necessitates continual monitoring throughout each project phase in order to ensure accountability and responsiveness within the organization’s network of contacts. This means gathering feedback from those involved along the way so adjustments are made accordingly while preserving long-term commitment from all sides towards achieving desired outcomes related to corporate culture and green finance strategies for clients of Novatia Consulting in Nigeria.
Social Responsibility And Corporate Governance
Following Stakeholder Engagement, Social Responsibility and Corporate Governance are important aspects of sustainability consulting services. Implementing social responsibility initiatives within organizations is critical to ensure that they become successful in their operations while managing the impact on local communities, environment and other stakeholders. The aim should be to create a balance between economic growth, environmental protection and social development goals.
Organizations need to increase their level of corporate accountability by establishing effective systems for communication with stakeholders, incorporating values into decision-making processes and ensuring an ethical approach towards resource management. Achieving this requires a clear understanding of the climate change challenges and how these relate to organizational objectives.
At Novatia Consulting Nigeria, we provide support to our clients through:
- Assessing current policies and practices related to social responsibility performance;
- Designing frameworks for reporting progress against set targets;
- Developing strategies for communicating effectively with stakeholders about sustainability issues such as climate change mitigation efforts and resource management activities.
Our team has extensive experience in developing comprehensive approaches that can help organizations improve their operational efficiency by integrating responsible business principles into day-to-day decisions. We strive to empower our clients so that they can lead sustainable transformations within their respective industries without compromising long term profitability or negatively impacting the environment or society at large.
Sustainable Investment Advice
Investment advice is a critical component of sustainability consulting. This section will discuss the importance of green investing and climate finance in Nigeria, as well as provide actionable steps clients can take to ensure their investments are sustainable.
Green investing refers to making socially responsible investments that focus on environmental protection or improvement. These investments typically support renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal and hydropower, as well as companies engaged in activities promoting sustainable forestry, biodiversity conservation, water management projects, clean technology and waste reduction initiatives. Such investments generate positive social impacts while providing financial returns.
Climate finance provides capital for low-carbon development pathways which enable countries to transition towards a green economy by financing research and development into clean energy solutions; supporting public private partnerships (PPPs) with leading firms; accelerating deployment of renewable energy infrastructure; managing risks associated with climate change; funding adaptation strategies; and launching carbon markets. In Nigeria, there has been an increased push towards climate finance initiatives over the past few years due to increasing concerns about global warming caused by human activities.
In order for individuals and organizations to invest sustainably, they must be aware of how their money is being used and make sure it aligns with their values.
Novatia Consulting provides guidance on selecting appropriate investment opportunities based on criteria like risk tolerance level, desired return rate and impact objectives. We also offer our expertise on conducting thorough due diligence processes to ensure funds are only invested in high quality entities that adhere to ethical standards.
Ultimately, this helps our clients achieve both financial success and meaningful environmental outcomes.
Training And Capacity Building
Sustainable investment advice is a critical component of sustainability consulting services in Nigeria. However, to ensure these investments have the intended impact and bring about lasting change, it is necessary to also focus on training and capacity building programs.
Training can provide an excellent opportunity for clients to gain the skills they need to implement sustainable practices at their organizations. At Novatia Consulting, we understand that developing green jobs and increasing access to training opportunities will create long-term positive impacts for our clients. To accomplish this goal, we leverage evidence-based strategies involving both economic models and behavior change theories.
By creating pathways into sustainable careers as well as offering workshops on topics such as sustainable procurement, environmental data analysis, and climate risk management, we are able to empower our clients with the tools they need to make informed decisions regarding their organization’s future growth. Furthermore, we collaborate with leading universities across Nigeria and international partners worldwide so that our clients may benefit from their experience and expertise in areas related to sustainability issues.
This approach enables us to offer highly customized solutions tailored specifically for each individual client’s needs. Moreover, by incorporating local knowledge into our activities we can ensure projects remain relevant within the Nigerian context while still adhering to global best practice standards.
To ensure successful implementation of any project or initiative, technical assistance must be provided throughout its lifetime – beginning with initial design all through to monitoring & evaluation processes after completion. At Novatia Consulting, we recognize this importance and strive hard to meet this requirement ourselves by providing support beyond just the delivery of trainings alone. In doing so, results achieved will be more tangible and meaningful for our clients over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Qualifications Do Novatia Consulting’s Consultants Possess?
Novatia Consulting’s consultants have a deep understanding of energy efficiency and climate change, with qualifications such as professional engineering degrees in sustainability or a degree in environmental science.
Additionally, the consultants are certified by organizations such as Green Building Certification Institute or LEED Professional Accreditation from USGBC.
Furthermore, Novatia Consulting’s consultants possess advanced knowledge in areas such as data analytics, energy management systems, renewable energy technologies, carbon footprint reduction strategies and more.
How Long Has Novatia Consulting Been Providing Sustainability Consulting Services In Nigeria?
Novatia Consulting has been providing sustainability consulting services in Nigeria since the year 2000.
This includes green investing and advising clients on the effects of climate change, as well as helping them to develop effective strategies for reducing their carbon footprint.
The company has a team of experienced consultants who are dedicated to finding solutions that balance economic and environmental goals.
Their expertise ensures that they can provide tailored advice which is tailored to each client’s specific needs, making it easier for organizations to make sustainable investments while mitigating risks associated with climate change.
What Methods Does Novatia Consulting Use To Measure The Success Of Their Sustainability Initiatives?
Novatia Consulting utilizes a variety of methods to measure the success of their sustainability initiatives. These include analyzing environmental impact, resource management and assessing indicators such as reduced carbon emissions or water usage.
By tracking changes over time with these metrics, Novatia can accurately determine if a particular initiative has had the desired effect and what adjustments may need to be made in order to maximize its effectiveness.
Additionally, they also assess customer feedback when possible since this often reveals insights into how well their services have been received by clients.
What Is The Cost Of Novatia Consulting’s Services?
Cost analysis and pricing models are crucial components of sustainability consulting services. Novatia Consulting in Nigeria offers competitive prices to meet the needs of their clients while providing the highest quality service possible.
Their cost structure is tailored to each project, taking into account any unique challenges or requirements that may arise during implementation. The team at Novatia Consulting works with their clients to ensure they receive comprehensive solutions for their specific sustainability initiatives at a reasonable price point.
Does Novatia Consulting Offer Customized Services For Clients?
Novatia Consulting offers a range of services tailored to the specific needs of its clients.
It is equipped with experienced professionals that can develop customized solutions which are designed to help organizations lower their energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint and adopt green technologies.
The team has a deep understanding of sustainability consulting services in Nigeria, helping businesses identify areas where they can increase efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
By utilizing innovative strategies, Novatia Consulting provides comprehensive support for organizations looking to meet their sustainability objectives.
Novatia Consulting’s sustainability consulting services provide Nigeria with a reliable and experienced team of consultants.
Their combined qualifications, methods, and cost-effective services ensure that clients receive tailored solutions to meet their needs.
The success of Novatia Consulting’s initiatives is measured through the results achieved for their clients, which demonstrates their commitment to providing quality service.
Ultimately, Novatia Consulting offers comprehensive sustainable solutions designed to meet the specific requirements of each client.
This makes them an ideal choice for any company looking to create lasting positive change in Nigeria.


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Brief observations on the past and present condition of the education of the poor in Ireland.
By Henry Newland, ...
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Dublin Grant and Bolton, 115, Grafton-Street. London: Francis and John Rivington 1845
Physical description: , 28 p. 23 cm. (8vo)
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presented by gb agency and Experimenter
Galleries Curate is an initiative that brings 21 contemporary galleries from around the world together to present exhibitions collectively. Its first chapter titled RHE, from Greek for that which flows, is centered around water. RHE is evocative of unity and impermanence, expressed most famously by the Heraclitean saying, panta rhei [everyting flows]. In keeping with the ethos of building communities and friendships we accepted the invitation of Experimenter, Kolkata to collaboratively present Pratchaya Phinthong’s project Waiting for Hilsa, in online viewing rooms presented by both galleries, and in physical presentations in both spaces.
Stories of the Hilsa fish and its migration from the Bay of Bengal up the Padma river and into the Ganges, across salt and fresh water, have been inscribed in South Asian culture for centuries.
In 1975 the Farakka Barrage was completed on the Indian side of the Bangladesh-India border, disrupting this migration. The Hilsa Project (a commission produced by the Samdani Art Foundation for the Dhaka Art Summit: Seismic Movements, 2020) is an installation that recounts the affected Hilsa fish paths in the Ganga river since the Farakka barrage opened in 1975 by India just before flowing at the borders of Bangladesh.
Hilsa entwines East and West Bengal through shared memories, histories, culture and food practices which are integral to Bengalis and the rich heritage of the region. Beyond being an acute marker for a passion of tastes and culinary finesse, Hilsa is a political, sociological and to an extent even a philosophical tenet between the two lands and its people.
Through geopolitics, scientific, spiritual and human relationships and digressions, Pratchaya Phinthong (b. Thailand 1974) draws a new mental map of this conflictual reality, combining on-site and re-constructed photographs, books and objects. Metaphorically, with correspondences and exchanges, the artist analyses the ratios of power in the region in a poetical way focusing on the very particular fish – a symbol of the nation – but also on the water as a source of life.
The journey of this work continues on the Galleries Curate/RHE platform (from 19 -25, April) and will unfold with new partners and friendships that were decisive during the evolution of the project. Dr. Arnab Biswas, Md. Sajedul Haque and Pratchaya Phinthong will hold a discussion over a special Hilsa lunch at Experimenter in Kolkata, that will be recorded simultaneously. At gb agency in Paris, the installation Waiting for Hilsa will be exhibited and decoded. Concurrently, on the website of Galleries Curate/RHE, viewers can follow the itinerary and the memory of the journey between India and Bangladesh.
Installation view Waiting for Hilsa, gb agency, Paris, 2021.
Photo A. Mole.
The Hilsa Project (a commission produced by the Samdani Art Foundation for the Dhaka Art Summit: Seismic Movements, 2020) is an installation that recounts the affected Hilsa fish paths in the Ganga river since the Farakka barrage opened in 1975 by India just before flowing at the borders of Bangladesh.
Bone Float are six photographs extracted from the book of the Dr Arnab Biswas, who Pratchaya Phinthong met by chance through a book shop in Calcutta during his research trip for the Hilsa Project. The doctor was highly knowledgeable about the mythology around the fish, its market value and representation, as well as how it affects us in relation to climate change and ecology. That was a starting point of a collaboration. Using Bangladesh’s National Dish, this discussion metaphorically examines nationstate powers and the ability of sensations such as state to transcend ideas relating to national identity.
Pratchaya Phinthong, Ganga River, 2019. Diptych of giclée prints on Ilford Smooth Cotton Rag 310g paper, micro scan photography of indelible election ink, 50 x 61.5 cm. Photo A. Mole.
The diptych consists of a color photography of the Ganga River nearby the barrage during the night and a micro scan photography of election ink used by Indian authorities during election process to avoid electoral fraud.
Recipes made with Hilsa are celebrated on both sides of the border with fervent passion for the fish with a varied range of ingredients that complement its inherent texture and taste. For Bengalis, the inclusion of the Hilsa is not an ordinary meal and always marks a special moment. The recipes below that have been realised from Dr Biswas’ book, reflect the multiplicity of flavours and the wide range of traditional recipes that inherently bind people from both Bengals.
Ilish Begun er Tel Jhol (Bengali Hilsa Fish Curry) a simple and comforting Bengali fish curry. The Hilsa fish curry made with fresh ilish maach, eggplant chunks, mustard oil and minimal spices making this fish curry extremely irresistible. Its light, soupy, flavourful is perfect with steamed rice.
Steamed or bhapa hilsa is an all-time delicacy. Here, the cumin seed paste is added to the ever popular mustard seeds to give a sharp taste and flavour to the steamed hilsa.
Bori or dried lentil dumpling is a traditional food item from the Bengal and Bangladesh region. Hilsa tail pieces considered are to be the least tasty part of the fish can be made more interesting by making curry in a mix of multiple fresh vegetables along with the addition of bori.
Paturi is an all time Bengali hilsa preparation. One can make it even extraordinary, if made as a boneless form.
In Bangladesh, bharta or mashed mix of any edible item with the addition of spices is a delicacy. The heads, tails and fins of the hilsa do not become waste; rather these are used to make a spicy mash, called Ilish Mach Bhorta. This recipe was obtained from the stalls from the famous Moa ghat near Dhaka. It is usually accompanied with plain white rice.
Hilsa can be cooked with most varieties of gourds. Here the hilsa head is mixed with finely cut ash gourd. One can attempt the same recipe with similar vegetables such as bottle gourd, squash, sponge gourd or ridge gourd.
Pattysapta is a traditional Bengali sweet made with rice powder. A mixture of grated coconut, kheer and jaggery is then added to the pancakes or crepes and wrapped over. It is popular during the festival of Makar Sankranti.
Pithey is a traditional preparation during the festive season. It can be accompanied with sweet jaggery or with tamarind paste.
Pratchaya Phinthong (Thailand, 1974) lives and works in Bangkok.

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We saw this scarf and marveled how the ikat was done.
Upon looking at it closely we could see that the weft skeins had just been tie-tied randomly. We never saw a pattern develop, just random horizontal lines. Just 2 colors.
Then I saw the color blanket aspect of the whole scarf and the few and interesting colors that were used. For example, the warp had only red threads and green threads.
Many of us know that you get iridescence when you mix complementary colors which red and green are. So, in the areas where red and green crossed we do, indeed see iridescence.
It got too much for my brain to figure out all the wonderful combinations that were achieved in this scarf.
Then we discovered another scarf with the same type of weft ikat—where the weft threads are randomly dyed (and resisted, hence: tie dyed). This gave a completely different look to the regular warp ikats that we normally saw around Uzbekistan.
Another view of the scarf with the same wefts going all the way across the ikat patterned warp threads.
How interesting it was to travel with weavers on that trip. And I love re-living those days while getting these ready for the sale. Almost everything is numbered and photographed and, in the database, now. And everything around my apartment has Post It labels with numbers. The number for this scarf is 865. The hang tags are at the printers. That’s a next step and I have to decide on the prices! This is a huge job. All needs to be done by Nov. 19 and 20.

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Different types of electrical needs are fulfilled with the help of a variety of transformers. While all of them function on the same characteristic principle, they differ in their electrical properties or construction which is specific for certain circuits and installation requirements.
Variable Auto transformer and Dry Type Transformers are two of the most common types of transformers. Let us have a look at where these transformers can be used.
Variable Auto Transformer
Variable auto transformers offer different amounts of voltage from a single input voltage. A common winding part is used by all the circuits, and they are commonly controlled with the help of dials. Variable auto transformers are generally used for low-voltage requirements.
• Control the speed of an electric motor;
• Light dimmers;
• Conducting tests on electrical equipment's;
• Controlling heat n furnaces, ovens, etc.
• Calibrating and testing ammeters, voltmeters, etc.;
• Darkrooms and photography studios;
• Controlling electroplating rectifiers, etc.
Dry Type Transformers
Transformers change the voltage dynamically. And many times, this change involves high voltages being minimized to very low voltages. For instance, from 500kV to 30kV. For such applications where voltage change requirements are so high, Dry Type Transformers are used.
• Light manufacturing units;
• Improve the mechanical strength of an electrical device;
• Nuclear plants;
• Cranes and offshore platforms;
• Mining industry;
• Food-manufacturing units, etc.
It is very important to use the right type of transformer to ensure optimal functioning of the electrical device or components. Moreover, the right type of transformer will also improve the reliability and safety of the device.
Servokon System is a leading Variable Auto transformer and Dry Type Transformer manufacturer. They also manufacture many other types of transformers for varied domestic and industrial uses. Known for their quality products, they have made a name for themselves when it comes to transformers.


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40 MINUTES FROM THE HOTEL
Aillwee Cave and Birds of Prey Centre gives your family a chance to explore its weirdly shaped underworld and enjoy unexpected freedom with majestic birds of prey. Its a trip not to be missed, and you will be sure to come away with lasting memories. Even on a rainy day this is the perfect day out in The Burren! We have created an ideal family package for you to enjoy your stay with us and also a trip to see this wonderful attraction. While at the Aillwee caves you can explore:
Father Ted’s House
Father Ted was a popular sitcom focused on three priests living on a remote island off the
west of Ireland. Today, you can spend the afternoon visiting the famous Father Ted’s house
being only a quick 25 kilometre drive away from the hotel. A great way to see the house for
yourself and tour around the premises and see where all the magic happened!
Explore the Burren
The Burren has so much to offer for all. Enjoy the beautiful views while doing the Burren
Walks. You can see magnificent sightings of the famous Poulnabrone dolmen. As well as a
walking tour, Hotel Woodstock offer a 10% discount available for all
our guests to avail of at the Burren.
The Michael Cusack Visitor Burren Centre is a great place to be involved in a cultural,
historical and educational tour. The Burren Visitors Centre has many facilities like gift shops,
cafes, restaurants and picnic areas for a day full of fun.
For more information please call 065 6899800


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The state administration of foreign currencies supports prudent and compliant banks
China’s foreign exchange regulator decided to launch a pilot project to facilitate foreign exchange revenues and payments in the Greater Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Bay area, in Shanghai and in the Zhejiang province.
The state administration of foreign currencies supports prudent and compliant banks that further loosen the measures in the management of commercial receipts and payments for credible businesses.
These measures include the optimization of the examination of documents and the reduction of red tape on commercial revenues in foreign currency. For real and legitimate trade income, companies can directly transfer money to their current accounts or choose to complete exchange agreements.
The results of the pilot project will be reviewed during the project
The passage of the electronic verification of information for the import declaration can be omitted if payments in foreign currency can be confirmed by the banks. The results of the pilot project will be reviewed while the foreign exchange regulator continues to promote the liberalization of trade and investment and facilitation.
In this way, China will broaden and significantly facilitate access to the market, as emerged from experts during the annual conference on central economic work held in Beijing in December.
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The Poker Masters event has continued to captivate poker fans from around the world, and the race for the Purple jacket took another twist on Tuesday evening, as Stephen Chidwick closed the gap on the players at the top of the standings.
The British player has been in outstanding form throughout the high roller events over the past couple of months, and that continued this week, as he claimed victory in the seventh event of the Poker Masters, the $10K NLH. His victory never really looked to be in much doubt, as he always held a dominant advantage from the first day of competition.
Chidwick Maintains Advantage
Chidwick was in a very commanding position after just one day of the event, as he held a lead of nearly 3,000.000 chips. The final table only consisted of five players, and the result never looked to be in question, as Chidwick continued to chip away at the other players he was in direct competition with. The English star has accumulated over $36 million in winnings throughout his career, and is the highest-earner in British poker history. He also sits seventh on the all-time money list. His biggest cash return to date came when he cashed in for just over $5 million.
His career earnings were increased further with this victory on Tuesday, as he cashed in for $183,600 following his excellent performance. In the process, he also picked up 184 points in the race for the Purple Jacket. It would be seriously hard to bet against the British star going on to win the whole event after this excellent showing. The other players in the competition had no answer, but the other stars on the final table still pick up decent returns for their performances.
Final Table Results
The dominant performance by Chidwick meant that the other four players on the final table were simply vying for the best possible finish in the event. Dylan DeStefano was the nearest player in terms of positions on the leaderboard to Chidwick, as he finished second and cashed out for $136,000 and 136 Poker Masters points. AP Louis Garza was third in the event and picked up returns of $88,400 and also 88 points.
Brekstyn Schutten was back in fourth place, as he walked away from the seventh Poker Masters event with $68,000 in winnings, as well as the 68 points that he had won for his performance. The final player on the final table was Dan Smith, who was also the first player eliminated on the final day of play. The American still claimed $54,400 in returns for his strong performance in the Poker Masters event, as well as 54 points.
It promises to be an exciting finish to the Poker Masters with a number of players involved. Chidwick’s win puts him at seventh in the overall standings, having won 232 points. Brock Wilson is the current leader having picked up 358 points, while Chris Brewer and Daniel Negreanu are second and third with 320 and 281 points. Negreanu recently won the fifth event of the Poker Masters competition.