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National reentry leaders unite in Miami to advance practical, scalable workforce solutions

Applauded by community leaders for commitment to access, care, quality and social responsibility

For anyone who feels overwhelmed by the climate crisis and is searching for a path forward, this book replaces despair with grounded hope and conviction.“Filled with intriguing and wide-ranging case studies of how individuals can be agents of change, this empowers and inspires.” – Publishers Weekly

The Purple Lemon Provides Supportive Affordable Housing

Microsoft agrees to purchase 626,000 tonnes of durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits over a 15-year delivery term from the North Star BECCS project in Saskatchewan, Canada.Indigenous ownership: North Star Carbon Solutions LP is a Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC)–Svante partnership.The deal is Microsoft’s first Canadian BECCS CDR offtake agreement and is believed to be the first of its kind in Canada involving Indigenous ownership.The project is co-located at the MLTC Bioenergy Centre and supplied by sustainable waste biomass from MLTC’s adjacent sawmill.

The Foundation has enabled over 100,000 jobs with more than half of these for women, impacting over 700,000 lives.Tarakeshwar will lead the Foundation’s global strategy, driving forward its scaled ambition to create opportunities for young people as an anchor of growth and stability.

Energy Vault’s 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report reflects fourth consecutive year of ESG score improvements from S&P Global, a comprehensive and industry-specific benchmark of company sustainability performanceEnergy Vault scales multi-gigawatt hour global project portfolio while maintaining rigorous internal management system certifications and alignment with global sustainability frameworksEnergy Vault worked diligently to evolve sustainability strategy within Own & Operate model, embedding data across project lifecycles to optimize environmental performance and strengthen site-level accountability

PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation today announced a commitment to invest $10 million globally through 2030 to support skilled trades initiatives, with a focus on advanced manufacturing and coatings applications.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260324985271/en/PPG and the PPG Foundation announced a $10 million global investment through 2030 to support skilled trades education, empowering students with hands on trainin

Developed in collaboration with independent research firm Verdantix, Quentic’s report finds AI rising on EHS agendas with 84% prioritizing adoption and 45% planning investments in reporting automation to speed reporting and strengthen consistency across sites.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, Women’s Earth Alliance (WEA) announced that sustainable development advocate and designer, Stacey Frost has been named a WEA Global Ambassador. As Global Ambassador, Stacey will serve as a strategic voice and thought partner for WEA, helping articulate the organization’s vision and elevate the impact of its global network.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2026030630020

Billions in tax credit capital will help expand affordable housing, clean energy and jobs

The new Supercenter reflects Walmart’s commitment to modernizing retail, investing in Florida communities and helping families save money and live better.Key Insights:With the opening of a new Supercenter in The Villages community Walmart reaffirms its commitment to innovation, community investment and the future of U.S. retail.As part of Walmart’s plans to build or convert more than 150 stores over the next several years, The Villages Supercenter sets a new standard in retail, blending convenience, technology and elevated experiences to meet how customers shop today.

Svante acquires Carbon Alpha to accelerate commercial-scale carbon removal & expand its CCS/BECCS project development business in Western Canada.Acquisition adds the North Star BECCS Project, developed in partnership with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council, advancing the market for durable and verifiable CDR credits.The transaction strengthens Svante’s fully integrated carbon management platform, adding CO₂ storage expertise, a regional pipeline & a major geological storage hub.

First Project Supports Injured Veterans through Collaboration with Building Homes for Heroes

Meta will purchase 100% of the offtake generated by MN8 Energy’s 80-megawatt Walker Solar project in Juniata County, Pennsylvania under the long-term agreement.

EDF solutions électriques and Alliance de l’énergie de l’Est enthusiastically welcome the adoption of the government decree authorizing the construction of the Forêt Domaniale wind farm, a project of 30 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 185.6 megawatts (MW).This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260218361234/en/Located in forest areas, the park will be located in the territories of the municipalities of Cap-Sain

The 4th Annual Pizza City Fest includes mouthwatering tastings from local pizzerias, beverages, desserts, discussion panels and demos, book signings, a pizza box folding contest, live entertainment and more in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles.

Nationwide paint contractor recognized for its impact on local community

Five Additional Leaders Reappointed for Housing and Economic Development Guidance

The new Supercenter reflects Walmart’s commitment to grow, modernize and strengthen local economies. Key Insights:With the opening of a new Supercenter in the Jacksonville community Walmart reaffirms its commitment to innovation, community investment and the future of U.S. retail.As part of Walmart’s plans to build or convert more than 150 stores over the next several years, the Jacksonville Supercenter sets a new standard in retail, blending convenience, technology and elevated experiences to meet how customers shop today.

Report highlights progress, persistent challenges and actionable recommendations

Avangrid cultivates the energy workforce of tomorrow through employee development, university collaboration, and hands-on learning

US$5.9M awarded to 11 organisations and high schools from the UAE, Brazil, Canada, Nepal, Switzerland, Uganda and across six sustainability categoriesFrom AI-enabled diagnostics to Cooling-as-a-Service, this year’s winners deliver locally adapted innovations that empower millionsIn 18 years, the Prize has scaled solutions reaching more than 411 million people globally

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is expanding its decades-long partnership with Dare to Care Food Bank through a new cold storage initiative designed to increase families’ access to fresh, nutritious food. The company is donating GE and GE Profile refrigerators and freezers, including delivery and installation, to Dare to Care community partners to enhance their ability to safely store and distribute perishable items.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.

Highlights include the AptiaOne platform launch, Aptia Amplify Partners, multiple industry awards, and a year of community impact through Aptia Serves.

Efforts underscore the company’s commitment to Building a Better World™ through contributions to more than 120 nonprofits and public schools

The newest 25 towns join a growing movement revitalizing main streets, expanding public spaces and strengthening life in small-town America

12 Mercedes-Benz brand ambassadors will gift an all-electric eSprinter van to a non-profit organization of their choice to help support community work.Brand ambassadors, including Martha Stewart, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, and Jess Hart will help deliver the "12 Days of Christmas" eSprinter vans across the U.S.The campaign highlights the Mercedes-Benz commitment to supporting local communities.The initiative also features local community events at Atlanta-area schools, continuing the annual tradition of Mercedes-Benz "Holidays with Love" marketing campaign. 

Funds will be used to address Oklahomans’ most urgent health-related social needs

SKECHERS PRESIDENT MICHAEL GREENBERG IS INDUCTED INTO THE FOOTWEAR NEWS HALL OF FAME

Recognition highlights Indiana’s AI-powered workforce engine, Pivot, that's driving measurable economic mobility

The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) fund will create or preserve 1,540 affordable homes for low-income families, seniors, and special needs households.

Illinois American Water announces winners from its “Water Keeps Life Flowing” art contest, showcasing students' creativity & environmental awareness.

– Commitment Extends Support to Rising Need in California, North Carolina, New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. –

Gay and civil rights icon to be honored and his ashes inurned 22 years after his death at 83Saturday, November 22, 2025, 1:30 p.m., Hollywood Forever Cemetery – AHF Reception to follow

Gay and civil rights icon to be honored and his ashes inurned 22 years after his death at 83Saturday, November 22, 2025, 1:30 p.m., Hollywood Forever Cemetery – AHF Reception to follow

Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce the Firm has been named one of the Best Workplaces for Parents™ by Fortune and Great Place To Work®. This is the eighth consecutive year Ryan has earned the recognition, underscoring the Firm’s commitment to creating a supportive and engaging workplace where working parents can excel.“We’re honored to be recognized as a workplace that understands the unique challenges working parents face,” said Ginny B. Kissling,

The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced it will contribute a $150,000 grant to the Todmorden Foundation to expand affordable housing opportunities in Wilmington, Delaware.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251105599384/en/The Flats in Wilmington, Del. will be home to over 1,000 residents.The Todmorden Foundation is a nonprofit committed to providing acces

Comcast Commits $2.5 Million to Expand Digital Opportunity in Rural Communities Across the Country

New roadmap to guide investments to uphold grid reliability, empower customers to save amid evolving changes in energy and achieve Illinois’ clean energy and economic development goals

Collaboration connects industry leadership with local innovation to turn food waste into community impact

Worthington Steel, Inc. (NYSE: WS) announced today that it has earned the 2026 Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation.

Today, Warren E. Buffett converted 1,800 A shares into 2,700,000 B shares in order to give these B shares to four family foundations: 1,500,000 shares to The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and 400,000 shares to each of The Sherwood Foundation, The Howard G. Buffett Foundation and NoVo Foundation. These donations have been delivered today.Mr. Buffett’s comments to his fellow shareholders follow:* * * * * * * * * * * *To My Fellow Shareholders:I will no longer be writing Berkshire’s annual repo

Company’s support of veteran-focused housing and training initiatives strengthens its commitment to Building a Better World™

A partnership between Ellavoz Impact Capital, Tesatura Capital, EQ Housing Advisors, and Reinvestment Fund has helped preserve 56 units of naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) in the rapidly appreciating housing market of Summerville, SC, a suburb and employment hub in the Charleston area.For Jeffrey Crum, president of Ellavoz Impact Capital, and Allie Zamfir, founder of Tesatura Capital, impact investing means far more than just financial returns. It’s about aligning capital to preserv

After reviewing thousands of deserving entries, Pilot, the nation’s largest travel center operator and third largest tanker fleet operator in the U.S., announced today their 2025 Road Warrior champion, Stacy Batiste of Lafayette, Louisiana. Batiste was selected for his tireless dedication and commitment to professional driving, receiving the largest prize in contest history – a custom Kenworth truck built by the Diesel Brothers and a $50,000 cash prize. Pilot’s Road Warrior contest is a way for

Nominations open for 2026 employer recognition award honoring Utah companies

The inaugural CUNY Career Discovery Week aims to connect local college-level students with New York City’s top employers

Ride-sharing platform extends mission-driven approach from business model to hiring practices, seeking leaders who view social justice as core business strategy

Funding will support entrepreneurs, housing, workforce training, and renovations of commercial property like the iconic Forest Theater