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As part of its ongoing commitment to climate action, Dartmouth College recently partnered with the University of the Arctic and the Finnish Consulate to host an event focused on the Arctic’s climate tipping points during Climate Week NYC. This international conference brought together leaders from government, civil society, business, and the climate sector to explore urgent climate challenges, particularly the rapid changes occurring in the Arctic.

Fostering Global Dialogue on Arctic Challenges

The event, titled Climate Tipping Points and the Arctic, was held at the Cornell Club in Manhattan on Monday, with Barbara Will, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Dartmouth, delivering the opening remarks. She emphasized the significant political, social, economic, and environmental challenges faced by Arctic communities, noting the accelerated pace of climate change in the region.
“We are really announcing to the world how much Dartmouth cares about Arctic studies and how important that is to our history and to our background,” Will stated. She underscored the critical need for policymakers, Indigenous communities, and other stakeholders to act with urgency in addressing global climate issues.
The event was attended by 70 distinguished guests, including leaders from NATO, U.N. delegates, and representatives from Finnish cities such as Helsinki and Turku. Indigenous Arctic groups and Dartmouth alumni from various sectors, including NGOs and industry, also participated.

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In just six weeks, thousands of rental professionals and more than 600 exhibiting companies willconverge at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall and Diamond Lot in Las Vegas for The ARA Show™ 2025.
The event kicks off with The Future of Equipment Rental program on Tuesday, January 28, a full day dedicated to education and networking for equipment rental professionals. This program requires a separate registration. The following day, Wednesday, January 29, will feature rental-specific education sessions catering to both segments of the industry. From Thursday, January 30, through Saturday, February 1, the three-day trade show will take center stage, with exciting opportunities to connect and discover new products and services.

Networking events will take place throughout the show, including The ARA Show Opening Reception on January 30 from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and included in the registration for all attendees, exhibitors, and Independent Manufacturer Representatives (IMRs).

If you haven’t registered yet, now is the perfect time to sign up and ensure you don’t miss out on discovering the excitement and opportunities that can help grow your rental business and career in Las Vegas. Many of the networking events have limited availability and are filling up quickly, so don’t delay. Register today to secure your spot and tickets to the events you’d like to attend. Plus, you’ll save by registering in advance before January 26.

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New York—The JA New York show has formed a new partnership with Piazza Italia, an organization dedicated to helping Italian brands establish and expand their presence in North America, and has strengthened its ongoing collaboration with MJSA for the upcoming spring event.

The new Piazza Italia pavilion will showcase Italian designers and manufacturers, whose offerings are expected to resonate with the show’s retail attendees, thanks to Italy’s rich legacy of excellence in jewelry design and craftsmanship, according to JA New York.

“We’re excited to collaborate with an organization that shares our commitment to supporting businesses that deliver high-quality, beautifully crafted products,” said Matthew Tratner, group show director for JA New York events.

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