January 2019 – July 2022
A Lab-led study shows over 1,300 gigawatts of solar, storage, and wind in interconnection queues (lines) are seeking to connect to the electrical grid, an indicator of a major energy transition underway, even if most proposed projects will not be built. https://emp.lbl.gov/queues
The Lab’s Emergency Management Department will hold a quarterly personnel accountability drill on Thursday, April 14, for those who have badged into the Lab’s hill site that day. Respond promptly if alerted. Those not signed up for LabAlert should do so to help keep you and your colleagues safe. https://site-security.lbl.gov/2022/04/07/personnel-accountability-drill-april-14-only-for-those-at-lab-hill-site/
Brian Kincaid, the first director of the Advanced Light Source, died earlier this year. Kincaid provided leadership in the transition from construction to an operating scientific facility. The ALS community honors the many contributions he made to the early years of the Lab’s facility. https://als.lbl.gov/in-memoriam-brian-kincaid-former-als-director/
Are you a new or experienced manager interested in igniting the potential in who you are, how you lead, and the cultures you create? Apply by May 2 to participate in the Lab’s second Stewardship Summit (taking place each Friday in July) and develop with other leaders across the Lab. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/stewardship-summit/welcome
Visible Spectrum is a series to spotlight talented and dedicated women employees across the Lab. Learn about Jenny Brown’s career path and role as the help desk team lead and in leading the IT department’s own outreach efforts and programs. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/weareberkeleylab/reaching-out/jenny-brown
As we continue to celebrate Earth Month, the team at IGB wants you to show off your most creative ideas to give old things new life. Have you created something useful or decorative out of something old or worn? Send a before and after pic by April 19 and the best examples will be shared. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegptmfJX_pfsQN8xAnAwWCgMy3n17UMSXlwZR1ob_U58S7PA/viewform
Looking for ways to handle anxiety about returning to the office? Willing to share approaches that enhance resilience around the challenges of hybrid work? Connect with fellow Lab colleagues at Wellness in the New Normal. Every other Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. https://healthyandwell.lbl.gov/mental-emotional-health/building-community-at-berkeley-lab#h.x0pzl9fhgg86
Much has changed at Lab sites in the past 24 months. Lab Deputy Director for Operations and COO Michael Brandt discusses changes at the Lab’s sites, our new ways of working, and more. Join Michael and other panelists to discuss the changes in a town hall on Wednesday, April 13 at 3 p.m. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/returntosites/at-a-glance/news-stories/interview-with-michael-brandt
Biosciences Area researchers led an international team that found a microbe that protects fruit flies from an environmental herbicide. This method of rescuing fruit flies from atrazine poisoning with probiotics has been patented as it may be useful for protecting pollinators in agriculture. https://biosciences.lbl.gov/2022/04/04/microbes-to-the-rescue/
On-the-job training is a key component for helping ensure new and returning staff have the necessary skills to perform their work safely and effectively. Berkeley Lab Training has developed support resources for OJT instructors that are now available online. https://training.lbl.gov/OJT/