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Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) (“we,” “our,” “Ladder,” or the “Company”) today announced operating results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. GAAP income before taxes for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $33.0 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.25. Distributable earnings was $33.6 million, or $0.27 of distributable EPS. GAAP income before taxes for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $110.9 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.8

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), a global leader in carbon capture and removal technology, and Speed Skating Canada today announced a climate change awareness and education campaign, “Save the Ice” at the ISU World Cup Speed Skating event in Calgary. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the impact of global warming on winter sports, including speed skating. It enables Canadians to make a personal impact on the climate by watching and sharing a video featuring renowned Canadian Olympic sp

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), a leading innovator in carbon capture and removal technology, and Tenaska, a prominent CO2 transportation and sequestration service provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on delivering cost-effective, integrated solutions for industrial carbon capture and storage (CCS). This collaboration represents a significant step toward addressing global industrial emissions and advancing the decarbonization of many industrial sectors, inc

Happen Ventures Helps Honest Medical Divert Surplus Medical Supplies

Funding allows for expansion of labs, teams, and additional species candidates for de-extinction

The Banc of California Wildfire Relief & Recovery Fund Will Support Southern California With Disaster Relief and Rebuilding EffortsAdvisory Board of Business and Civic Leaders to be Created to Ensure the Funds are Directed in a Way That Will Have the Greatest Impact

Catalyze, a national platform providing Capital Entrepreneurs with support and capital to build enduring firms, announced the launch of the inaugural GP Runway Fund today. The Fund will extend flexible working capital loans to U.S.-based underrepresented and innovative investors raising funds one through three. Spring Point Partners, Gary Community Ventures, and Blue Haven Initiative will anchor the Fund, and Catalyze will continue to raise third-party capital to invest in an attractive pipeline

Publishes Corporate Sustainability Report and TCFD Report

The AI-powered platform has raised a total of $16.5M to remove complexities of the home-buying process and offer personalized support from certified new construction real estate experts

Realize Capital Partners announces its second set of investments for Realize Fund I: 7 investments, totalling a commitment of capital of $32.5M.

$43 million invested in research for 23 types of cancer by Curebound so far; call to community during season of giving to help in fight against cancer

A three-year initiative to support women-identifying founders with mentorship, training, and growth opportunities

2024’s ‘Holiday Hugs’ clinches top spot as agency provides a quindecennial look at how its festive videos showcase creativity, connection, and kindness

"This recognition underscores our commitment to consistent reporting as we strive to meet the highest standards in environmental, social, and governance practices," said Shawn O’Connell, President and Chief Operating Officer at EnerSys.

» Agreement setting out the significant participation of the Manawan Atikamekw to responsibly develop graphite in the Nitaskinan in a way that respects the environment and provides direct benefits to the community.» Enhanced collaboration on aspects related to Atikamekw culture, the environment, training, employment, business opportunities, and financial benefits.» Agreement signed following a community consultation process.» Commitment to a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship of trust based on respect, inclusion, sustainability and responsibility.

Warren Thaler and Tamara Watts join the Board of Trustees at the largest national, independent donor-advised fund public charity

Tickets on Sale Friday, November 22 at Noon  "… nothing short of spectacular." – Forbes“The entire night was a joyful singalong" – Variety“A joyous, hits-filled musical celebration” – Detroit Free Press

Celanese Releases 2023-2024 Sustainability Report and Index

Coty surpasses Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction targets and achieves a significant 65% reduction in Scope 3 air freight emissions.Establishes ambitious new targets for sustainable packaging and water use.Rejoins the Ellen MacArthur Foundation as a Network Member to implement and scale circular design.Achieves gender balance in leadership target ahead of 2025 commitment.

Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), a leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of ceiling and wall solutions, has been named one of America’s Greenest Companies by Newsweek for 2025.President and Chief Executive Officer Vic Grizzle said, “We are proud to be recognized as one of America’s Greenest Companies. This honor reflects our commitment to sustainability and our focus on innovative products, including our new Templok® Energy Saving Ceilings and Ultima® Low Embodied Carbon ceilin

Sports company PUMA is part of the multi-brand consortium which unveiled the world’s first piece of clothing made entirely from textile waste by using a new biorecycling technology developed by French company CARBIOS.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241029483124/en/Sports company PUMA is part of the multi-brand consortium which unveiled the world’s first piece of clothing made entirely from textile waste by using a new b

Lemonade Day National welcomes alum Mikaila Ulmer, founder/CEO of Me & the Bees Lemonade, to its Board during National Women’s Small Business Month.

Winners in Food & Drink, Art, Music, Activism, and Entrepreneurship will Each Receive a $10K Grant, Mentorship Opportunities, and a Trip to NYC

The company improves the economics of aviation decarbonization by cutting sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production costs by up to 50% and carbon emissions by up to 75%The company’s Flexiforming technology enables the production of 100% synthetic SAF without the need to blend with conventional jet fuelFlexiforming is compatible with diverse renewable feedstocks, easing the burden on limited resources

Europe's first battery recycling plant using integrated mechanical-hydrometallurgical process opens in Kuppenheim in southern GermanyMilestone on the road to enhancing raw materials sustainability thanks to an expected recovery rate of more than 96 percent and net CO2 -neutral1 operationPlant to generate enough recycled materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per yearDouble-digit million-euro investment underpins holistic Mercedes-Benz approach to battery circularity and value creation in GermanyCooperation with technology partner Primobius and renowned research institutes

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (“MSIM”) and Opportunity Finance Network (“OFN”) today announced the deployment of a portion of the second annual contribution related to MSIM’s money market funds’ Impact Class shares. The total amount of MSIM’s annual contribution made earlier this year, was $350,000 and was directed to OFN’s Finance Justice Fund, MSIM’s diversity and inclusion partner for the Impact Class shares.“We are pleased to see the growth and impact of our partnership with Morgan St

Equinix, NetApp, NVIDIA and Workday join Fem.AI Alliance to drive change, backed by initial $20 million Cadence investment

Turner Multifamily Impact Fund III has acquired its first two communities as it plans to invest over $2.3 billion to preserve or develop affordable workforce housing nationwide, all while delivering strong risk-adjusted returns for investors

SLR Consulting (SLR), a global leader in sustainability solutions, enters into an agreement to acquire Malk Partners (Malk).Headquartered in New York City, Malk is a leading environmental, social and governance (ESG) Advisory firm specializing in sustainability management services to private market investors and their portfolio companies. Malk’s expertise spans private equity, growth equity, venture capital, credit, real estate, and infrastructure asset classes.Founded in 2009, Malk’s mission is

$100,000 Contribution Underscores Community Commitment

Bloomreach, the platform fueling limitless ecommerce personalization, today announced it has earned a 2024 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius. This fifth annual award celebrates companies that prioritize and value their commitment to impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). All award nominations were thoroughly vetted by the TrustRadius team, a trusted research and review platform."We are incredibly honored to receive the 2024 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius. This recognition underscore

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

Today, Estée Lauder (NYSE: EL) announces the launch of its inaugural Emerging Leaders Beautiful Forces grants, furthering the brand's commitment to women’s leadership. Through a partnership via the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund (ELELF) and grantee, Vital Voices Global Partnership, the new initiative will deepen the brand’s investment in supporting emerging women leaders globally and helping to advance their influence and impact.This press release features multimedia. View the full release h

Each Eco-Friendly 3D-Printed Home Repurposes Approximately 150,000 Plastic Bottles

Braze (Nasdaq: BRZE), the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™, is opening applications for the fifth cohort of its Tech for an Equitable Future product grant program and announcing its first-ever partnership for the program with BET+, a premium streaming entertainment service. Applications are being accepted for the Tech for an Equitable Future product grant program now through Jan. 17, 2025.The Tech for an Equitable Future program offers 20 compa

Corridor Program: Mercedes-Benz and Hydro extend their strategic partnership to support the long-term development of communities along the aluminum supply chain in the state of Pará, Brazil.Just Transition: Lighthouse project to create positive impacts for both people and nature throughout aluminum supply chain in Brazil.Joint efforts: Mercedes-Benz, Hydro and local NGOs form a steering committee to enhance community involvement in mining area.Decarbonization: In 2022, Hydro and Mercedes-Benz agreed to work together on a technology roadmap for producing low-carbon aluminum.

On September 21, 2024, the Governments of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States announced their continued support for the Quad Investors Network (QUIN) at the 2024 Quad Leaders Summit hosted in Wilmington, Delaware.“We welcome private sector initiatives—including the Quad Investors Network (QUIN), which facilitates investments in strategic technologies, including clean energy, semiconductors, critical minerals, and quantum,” stated Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Min

In response to corporate DEI programs facing mounting and uncertain legal challenges, Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP announced their launching of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory practice group devoted to helping organizations navigate the external complexities that threaten to impinge the positive outcomes derived from DEI-related initiatives.“DEI programs are viewed by companies as a vital tool in strengthening their organizations,” said MSK partner Louise Truong, who will chair th

New This Year, Ulta Beauty and Fifteen Percent Pledge Announce $10K Award for One Emerging Entrepreneur

A budding entrepreneur, Summer™ joins the brand’s popular line of character dolls and books that inspire kids with courage, confidence, and strength of characterTo champion children’s literacy, brand donates more than $100,0001 in American Girl books to longtime education partner and leading children’s nonprofit Save the Children

Company’s Local Investment to Provide Transformative Economic, Environmental and Social Benefits to Kern County Communities

America’s Sweetest Run returns in October with USA TODAY

Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced that it has reached an agreement with Southern California Edison Company (SCE) on the substantial completion of two out of three battery energy storage system projects. SCE will pay approximately $110 million within seven days for the milestone completion, reflecting a set-off of liquidated damages which are still in dispute and additional work costs. Final accepta

Meet the Four Companies Reshaping Sustainable Energy Technology and Services in Exelon Communities.

U.S. Public Middle and High Schools to Vie for a Share of $2 Million in Prizes

Canada Growth Fund Inc. (“CGF”) and Svante Technologies Inc. (“Svante” or the “Company”), a leading global carbon capture and removal solutions provider headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, announced today a financing commitment of up to US$100 million to accelerate the development and construction of Svante’s commercial carbon capture and removal projects in Canada and the US.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240815708357

The enterprise acceleration program is set to support decarbonization at scale through client venturing

Award recognizes GoTo’s outstanding work in corporate responsibility, benefitting customers and employees

‘Growing for Good’ Report Highlights Performance Against Liberty Global's Sustainability and Social Impact Priorities During the First Year of its ‘People Planet Progress’ Strategy

Kinetik Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report