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Maxell's All-solid-state Battery Adopted for the Wireless Cooking Temperature Sensor Device “NICK” Jointly Developed by CO-WORKS and YOSHINOYA

Increases use of renewable energy in move toward carbon neutrality

Demonstrates TTI’s Commitment to Sustainable Products and Practices

Celanese Releases 2023-2024 Sustainability Report and Index

Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit joined forces with Roush® and Regulator Marine to reveal the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats, to car manufacturers, automotive component suppliers and aftermarket equipment manufactures from around the globe during the 2024 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show, Nov. 4-8 in Las Vegas, Nev. Complimented by a hydrogen fuel system designed by Roush, to power the outboard, and a custom boat hull from Regulator Marine, th

Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE, a member of ASE Technology Holding Inc, NYSE: ASX, TWSE: 3711) today announced it has been honored with a prestigious Gold Award at the 2024 PwC Sustainability Impact Awards for its marine conservation film, Guardians of the Sea. Produced by ASE Corporate Communications Team in collaboration with ASE Environmental Protection and Sustainability Foundation, the film highlights ASE’s innovative approach to marine conservation and environmental stewards

“IDEMITSU IFG Plantech Racing” is the world's first engine oil with racing performance and API certification using plant-derived raw materials

The TV star and entrepreneur details her family’s story in new campaign to help families recognize the signs and symptoms of agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia

Idemitsu Kosan Co.,Ltd. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and Chief Executive Officer: Shunichi Kito; hereinafter referred to as “Idemitsu”) has developed a new engine oil, IDEMITSU IFG Plantech Racing (viscosity grade: 0W-20), which uses more than 80% plant-based raw materials (hereinafter referred to as “the Product”). The Product has obtained API (American Petroleum Institute) SP certification*1, making it the world's first*2 engine oil with racing performanc

The Toyota Home project will feature multiple Cota® Real Wireless Power products, showing how wireless power will enhance our daily lives

Lessor Outlines Strong Progress on Meeting Sustainability Goals

Second annual Nissan Americas diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) report recognizes achievements and demonstrates a path for growth

- Targeting Net Zero Across Value Chain by 2050 -

Recognizes Anhui Huasun Energy Co. Ltd., GAF Inc., and Niine Pvt. Ltd. for Their Products That Improve the World

Inaugural Partners Include American Camp Association, Change Summer, and Outward Bound

AZUL Energy has raised ¥475 million ($3.2 Million) in Series A funding to promote mass production of AZUL catalysts and global business development.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. joined the Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) alongside hydrogen producers, infrastructure providers, engineering firms and other off takers as part of its pursuit of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality. The company recently announced the development of a hydrogen outboard motor, and its parent company, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., also announced plans to acquire all shares of electric outboard company Torqeedo®.This press release f

ServiceNow exceeds guidance across all Q3 2023 topline growth and profitability metrics; raises 2023 subscription revenues and operating margin guidanceSubscription revenues of $2,216 million in Q3 2023, representing 27% year-over-year growth, 24.5% in constant currencyTotal revenues of $2,288 million in Q3 2023, representing 25% year-over-year growth, 22.5% in constant currencyCurrent remaining performance obligations of $7.43 billion as of Q3 2023, representing 27% year-over-year growth, 24% in constant currency83 transactions over $1 million in net new ACV in Q3 2023, up 20% year-over-yearServiceNow ended Q3 2023 with 49 customers with more than $20 million in ACV, representing 58% year-over-year increase

Today, Saison Information Systems Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 9640, hereafter “Saison Information Systems”) is proud to announce that it donated 1% of its operating income to several nonprofits that are aligned with its mission and corporate materiality. This year, the total gift amount is USD $153,000, and this is the first time it has made corporate donations with the goal of accelerating its mission-driven management practices towards a more sustainable society.Saison Information Systems is integrating

“Rising to the Challenge” Report Marks Major Milestone on Lessor’s Sustainability Journey

Global power equipment and floorcare & cleaning company Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (“TTI” or the “Company”) (stock code: HK:0669, ADR symbol: TTNDY) is proud to announce it has committed to setting Science-Based targets by signing the Science Based Target initiatives (SBTi) commitment letter. This action officially aligns the Company with the mission of the Paris Agreement and establishes our commitment to reducing carbon emissions throughout our value chain.We are progressing towards our Sc

First Investment from the Yamaha Motor Sustainability Fund

Samsung Innovation Campus is kicking off its second year in the U.S. to strengthen future technology capabilities and employment opportunities for underrepresented communities in STEM. 150 female students were selected out of over 3,000 applicants from across the country to take part in a free, semester-long AI course to be equipped with future-proof, problem-solving skills.“At Samsung, we are committed to educating and empowering future generations to contribute to a better world through bold innovation, and STEM plays a critical role in that.” –Michelle Crossan-Matos

Yamaha Marine U.S. Business Unit will soon begin to use plant-derived cellulose nanofiber (CNF) reinforced resin in the production of specific watercraft parts. The CNF reinforced resin, developed through a collaborative agreement between Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. in Japan (“Yamaha Motor”) and Nippon Paper Industries Corporation, Ltd., represents what appears to be one of the world’s first practical use of sustainable material for watercraft parts.*This press release features multimedia. View the f

BrainFirm launches a new sustainability check service for your business partners in Japan

DIC has announced environmental investments of approximately $9million to achieve zero-water emission from its outdoor mass algae cultivation plants.

Integrated control software and solutions for Taiyuan Heavy Industry wind turbines to provide reliable, clean energy for 35 million people

MintAir Co. LTD ("MintAir") signed a Letter of Intent with Jaunt Air Mobility LLC ("Jaunt") to form a strategic partnership and purchase Jaunt Journey electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. MintAir has agreed to order up to 40 of Jaunt's aircraft to bring air mobility services to the Korean markets. MintAir will serve as Jaunt’s exclusive Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) partner in the Korean market.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.busin

Alibaba Group today announced the appointment of two independent directors with enhanced corporate governance.

Asset managers expect nearly two-thirds of investment portfolios to contain ESG elements within a decadeIn one year, the number of asset management companies incorporating ESG principles in fixed income increased from 42% to 76%Asset managers found significant improvement in ESG tools, metrics, and services

Today, on World Ocean Day, The Bumble Bee Seafood Company issued its 2022 Seafood Future Report. The report highlights the progress made the last 12 months through a variety of strategic partnerships that reflect Bumble Bee’s purpose and ongoing commitment to feeding a growing population by protecting the world’s ocean and the people who rely on it for their livelihoods.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220608005759/en/Pr

New Efforts Are Expected to Accelerate Eco-friendly Development Leading to the Realization of a Sustainable Society

New Efforts Are Expected to Accelerate Eco-friendly Development Leading to the Realization of a Sustainable Society

More than 90 global brand, textile, and retail partners recognized for sustainability achievements

More than 4 million tons of coal will be replaced with Aymium’s renewable carbon negative product, removing over 10 million tons of CO2

CSR Report Outlines Achievements and Expands Sustainability Disclosures

More than 200 suppliers committed to using only clean power; will help bring on nearly 16 gigawatts

NextDecade Corporation (“NextDecade”) (NASDAQ: NEXT) announced today the execution of a 20-year sale and purchase agreement (“SPA”) with ENN LNG (Singapore) Pte Ltd (“ENN LNG”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ENN Natural Gas Co., Ltd. (“ENN”) for the supply of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) from NextDecade’s Rio Grande LNG export project (“RGLNG”) in Brownsville, Texas.Under the SPA, ENN LNG will purchase 1.5 million metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG indexed to Henry Hub on a free-on-board basi

NextDecade Corporation (“NextDecade”) (NASDAQ: NEXT) announced today the execution of a binding Heads of Agreement (“HOA”) with Guangdong Energy Group Natural Gas Co., Ltd. (“Guangdong Energy”) for the long-term supply of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) for 20 years from NextDecade’s Rio Grande LNG export project in Brownsville, Texas.The HOA provides that Guangdong Energy will purchase up to 1.5 million tonnes per annum of LNG indexed to Henry Hub. The LNG supply will initially be from train one

More than 300 businesses across 51 industries and 29 countries have now joined The Climate Pledge and committed to pursue ambitious carbon-reduction activities across their business operations and supply chainsNew signatories also include Climate Pledge Fund investees BETA Technologies, Infinium, and Pachama

Investors include Nippon Steel Trading, Steel Dynamics, and Rio Tinto

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD) (Insulet or the Company), the global leader in tubeless insulin pump technology with its Omnipod® brand of products, is celebrating representation and inclusion for the diabetes community through an activation in the popular Nintendo® video game Animal Crossing™: New Horizons. Beginning today, players can download design codes to access custom outfits that let them wear an insulin pump or carry an accessory bag for their diabetes supplies. They can also visit O

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7272) announced today that the Company will supply Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) with electric motor units for the STI E-RA EV it is developing for future motorsport.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220113005036/en/Same type of electric motor unit mounted on the STI E-RA CONCEPT (Photo: Business Wire)The STI E-RA is being developed by STI with the aim of gaining experience and prac

The Index Industry Association (IIA) reports in a major survey that asset managers expect ESG investing to accelerate rapidly, but challenges remain.

From creating tools to help distribute COVID-19 vaccines to helping address food insecurity, this year's notable changemakers are rising to the occasion in a year unlike any other

Nissan has announced the promotion of Keri Floyd Kelly to director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) for Nissan Group of North America. Kelly is responsible for developing diversity and inclusion strategies to integrate into the Nissan business, steering the Executive and Advisory Diversity Councils, and cultivating sustained relationships with civic and community leaders and organizations.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/new

Annual Update Highlights the Company’s Purpose, Progress, and Ongoing Commitment to Sustainability and Social Responsibility

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 7282) has formulated new medium and long-term CO2 reduction targets it calls “Targets 50 & 50.” It has also set CO2 reduction targets in its 7th Environmental Action Plan1 covering the five years until 2025, and is accelerating efforts for decarbonization.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210404005010/en/Plan for achieving carbon neutrality (Graphic: Business Wire)In moving toward carbon neu

ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (TAIEX: 3711, NYSE: ASX), the leading provider of semiconductor packaging, test and system assembly services, today announced that it has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on its prestigious ‘A List’ for tackling climate change, as well as acting to protect water security – two of the three environmental themes covered by CDP.“ASE has been on the CDP Climate Change A List for four y

Award winners represent the most innovative packaging breakthroughs in categories ranging from food and beverage to personal care with a strong focus on sustainability and the circular economy