Development of Major Capital Projects

The main objective of the Development phase is facilitating investment decisions for major capital projects. The Development phase is critical for major capital projects as it serves as the final gate for obtaining any corporate management’s Approval For Expenditure (AFE) or otherwise via “Go”/”No-Go” Decision.

The Development phase or “pre-FEED” (Front-End-Engineering-Design) covers specific activities such as strategy, evaluation, planning and definition from “Concept-To-Operations” with emphasis on capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) with prime goal to improve asset performance, increase value, reducing costs and lowering risks.

This methodology and approach, covering entire life cycle and value chain, is applicable to multiple sectors including, but not limited to, natural resources (conventional, alternate, renewable energy, mining & metals etc.) and infrastructure sectors.

Most of these major capital projects typically undergo structured project finance (non-recourse, limited recourse, total recourse) and the important pre-Financing phase specifically covers; Feasibility, Permits & Clearances and Contracts. Project developers undertake a considerable number of studies, reports and analysis during the Feasibility phase covering technical, economic, financial, commercial, regulatory, environmental and social aspects. These activities, in turn, have a direct impact on securing Permits & Clearances as well as various transactional Contracts which are “sacro-sanct” with “back-to-back” arrangements.

In summary, the Development phase is vital to enhancing “bankability” of major capital projects while ensuring syndication of equity and debt leading to successful Financial Closure.

Addressing Diabetes & Nephrotic Syndrome

“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans” – John Lennon

Various combinations and permutations of key mechanisms which cause diabetes, whether type 1 or 2, are becoming better understood. In addition, today, there is also a better understanding and appreciation of nephrotic syndrome. Specifically, modern medicine, over the last 2-3 decades, has done extensive research into the primary and secondary causes and diagnosis of both diabetes and nephrotic syndrome. Diabetes, being a metabolic disease in which the pancreas does not produce enough insulin resulting in high levels of blood sugar. Nephrotic syndrome being a nonspecific disorder in which damaged kidneys cause significant leakage of very important blood proteins such as albumin.

Diabetes, nephrotic syndrome, resulting side effects, all occurring simultaneously in an individual, and their effective treatment is yet to be properly addressed by allopathic means and methods. Holistic wellness practices and alternative medicine may hold the key to unlocking both near-term and long-term treatment as well as sustainable benefits for individuals.

On a personal level, I competed at Herbert Hoover High School in Glendale, California in the 400 yards, 800 yards and cross-country. I was later a “walk-on” to the men’s track & field team in the 800 meters at the University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, California. Subsequently, I competed for the Bechtel Corporation, as part of Corporate Challenge track meets, in the 400 meters and 800 meters. During various speed, interval and distance workouts and competition, there were repetitive signs of deep exhaustion, nausea, stress, strain and fatigue.

Subsequently, over a two decade period, training and competition was totally stopped and weight drastically increased and I was detected with significantly high levels of blood sugar, A1C hemoglobin, cholesterol, and high albumin leakage.

I was prescribed a large cocktail of allopathic medications for reducing and improving the above levels. After undergoing continual road-to-training, I journeyed to India and sought-out holistic wellness practices and alternative medicine as a means to address diabetes, nephrotic syndrome, and resulting side effects.

I undertook intensive focus on positive health and lifestyle based on proper rest, diet, exercise, balance and motivation. In addition, undertook regular practice of sadhana, yoga, ayurveda, and pranayama. 

I also incorporated “Borzov” training and leveraged Advanced Training Methods for Athletes (ATMA) with a priority on relaxation, flexibility, stress management, endurance and performance.

Based on recent medical test results, medical doctors were amazed to find my blood sugar levels, A1C hemoglobin, cholesterol, blood pressure, blood albumin etc. are all at normal levels without any allopathic medication(s).

In summary, diabetes, nephrotic syndrome and resulting side effects can be very detrimental to an individual’s overall health, lifestyle and well-being. Addressing the effective treatment is paramount.

The purpose of any and all mentoring, focusing on holistic wellness, health, sports, fitness, nutrition, yoga, ayurveda and related is to promote healthy lifestyles and balance between Spirit-Mind-Body. This includes any and all associated proven processes, methods, techniques, therapies which may also include educational purposes with the goal of creating awareness and disseminating information. All information on the Website in no way precludes the mandatory need for seeking definitive prior advice, diagnosis and/or treatment from a qualified medical physician and/or specialist related to Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s). Prior to starting any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s), it is mandatory to get a thorough examination by a qualified medical physician and/or specialist. In addition, a medical physician and/or specialist’s approval must be obtained prior to undertaking any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program and as well as continual examination(s) by a medical physician and/or specialist during the entire duration and course of undertaking any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s).

Competitive Training with Hyaluronic Acid

To date, much has been written about the benefits of Hyaluronic Acid supplements with respect to maintaining proper joint health past age 30. In addition, there are joint complex(s) commercially available wherein Hyaluronic Acid is coupled with glucosamine chondrotitin and related compounds.

I am have been in training to compete at Master’s level track & field specializing in men’s 200 meters and 400 meters which are primarily sprint events. During competitive training, I have noticed that it is very important to maintain proper joint lubrication via synovial membrane and synovial fluid as well as proper cushioning in order to absorb various abnormal bio-mechanical-structural stresses and strains. It is mission critical to improve and maintain proper joint and cartilage health as well as flexibility.

As I developed extensive joint problems and issues, I switched over to regular usage of Hyaluronic Acid joint complex(s) and it has taken approximately 3-4 months to see clear and positive signs of improved overall joint health. In addition, I am able to undertake intensive training via resistance/weight training, wind sprints, interval training, and long distance running.

Also, I have incorporated some inherent advantages of “Borzov” training and methods for proper conditioning in developing speed and endurance.

Over the last two (2) years, I have also adopted leveraging Advanced Training Methods for Athletes (ATMA) with focus on relaxation, flexibility, stress management, endurance and performance. This includes alternative holistic methods such yoga, ayurveda and pranayama.

In summary, proper joint health is vital to effective competitive training. Hyaluronic Acid joint complex(s) can help in ensuring near-term and long-term benefits as well as improving, maintaining flexibility and sustainability.

The purpose of any and all mentoring, focusing on holistic wellness, health, sports, fitness, nutrition, yoga, ayurveda and related is to promote healthy lifestyles and balance between Spirit-Mind-Body. This includes any and all associated proven processes, methods, techniques, therapies which may also include educational purposes with the goal of creating awareness and disseminating information. All information on the Website in no way precludes the mandatory need for seeking definitive prior advice, diagnosis and/or treatment from a qualified medical physician and/or specialist related to Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s). Prior to starting any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s), it is mandatory to get a thorough examination by a qualified medical physician and/or specialist. In addition, a medical physician and/or specialist’s approval must be obtained prior to undertaking any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program and as well as continual examination(s) by a medical physician and/or specialist during the entire duration and course of undertaking any Spirit-Mind-Body fitness and/or training program(s).