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NJ-based Save LBI Coalition Demands Full Disclosure of Structural and Safety Data for Atlantic Shores South Wind Turbines

BEACH HAVEN, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Amid numerous recent instances of wind-turbine failures in the U.S. and around the world, the New Jersey citizen's group Save LBI today called for an immediate and full public disclosure of all data related to the design, manufacture, maintenance, and failure rates for the components of the 200 wind turbines Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind plans to erect off the coast of southern Long Beach Island (LBI), Brigantine, and Atlantic City, New Jersey.

For National Recycling Day, Climate Squad Launches New Bilingual Children’s Picture Story Book on Recycling

Release Date: November 15, National Recycling Day /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Barry Brenner, author at Climate Squad Publishing, SPC™, doing business as The Climate Squad™, is excited to announce the launch of its debut children's picture story book, on National Recycling Day, November 15, 2024. Aligned with this day dedicated to recycling awareness, the launch highlights the book's mission to teach the "4th R" for a Sustainable Future: "Reading, Writing, Arithmetic & Recycling™, Vol. 1" (ISBN: 979-8218168292).

Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) Demands Full Accounting of All Costs Associated with Controversial Atlantic Shores South Offshore Wind Project

BEACH HAVEN, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI), a New Jersey citizens group working to protect the ocean and local shore communities from the destructive impact of offshore wind projects, has called on the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to conduct a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of the federally-approved Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South project that includes costs omitted in previous economic analyses of the controversial plan to place two-hundred wind turbines off the coast of southern Long Beach Island, Brigantine, and Atlantic City.

Timely Examination of Climate Change and Societal Collapse: Author Brian D. McLean Releases New Book ‘Our Global Crisis’ | US National...

VANCOUVER, B.C. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Brian D. McLean, a passionate conservationist and environmentalist, announced the release of his book, "Our Global Crisis" (ISBN: 978-0993607226; Tellwell), an urgent and insightful exploration of the environmental challenges facing humanity today.

Trailblazers Honored for Protecting the Environment, Human Rights and Inspiring Youth in California | US National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- California Safe Schools (CSS) a non-profit organization was born of a near-tragic incident involving a six-year-old student in the Los Angeles Unified School District, who, along with his classmates, was accidentally sprayed with a hazardous pesticide by a school gardener in a hazmat suit, as they arrived at school. When the cloud of chemicals enveloped them, one child had a severe asthma attack and had to be taken for medical treatment by his mother.

NJ Coalition, Save Long Beach Island, Slams Feds for Ignoring Key Environmental Impacts of Offshore Wind Development | US National News

Massachusetts Newswire: -- The New Jersey citizens group Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) today rebuked the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) for issuing a final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that blatantly ignores critical environmental impacts for offshore wind development in six lease areas off the coast of New Jersey and New York in a region known as the New York Bight. The area lies to the north of the controversial Atlantic Shores South project (OCS-A 0499) off the southern coast of New Jersey, which received federal approval in July.

Pure Polymer Solutions Employee Runs Critical Supplies to Hurricane Victims in Pinellas

TAMPA BAY, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As Hurricane Helene & Milton wreaked havoc across Florida's Gulf Coast, employees at Pure Polymer Solutions (PPS) took extraordinary action. Nick Strazzulla, a lead water treatment specialist at PPS, requested special permission from the company's founder, Bob Davis, to use a company boat to deliver emergency supplies and assist in rescue operations in some of the hardest-hit areas, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Barrier Island, and Boca Ciega.

NJ Coalition Fights Destructive Impact of Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South Project

BEACH HAVEN, N.J., Oct. 8, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI), a New Jersey citizens group working to protect the ocean and local shore communities from the destructive impact of the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South project, has notified federal agencies of its intent to sue Atlantic Shores under the Endangered Species Act and Outer Continental Shelf Act (OCSLA).

Global Environmental Leaders Kick Off Climate Week NYC at HBCU Green Fund’s Fourth Annual Climate Justice Summit

HARLEM, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amid growing global calls for climate reparations and justice, over 350 global leaders, activists, and students convened in historic Harlem for the HBCU Green Fund's fourth annual Climate Justice Summit: People Deliver. This event kicked off Climate Week NYC with two days of impactful discussions addressing urgent climate challenges facing marginalized communities while advancing solutions rooted in racial and economic justice.

HBCU Green Fund Presents Atlanta GreenFest 2024: A Celebration of Sustainability, Culture, and Community

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The HBCU Green Fund is proud to announce GreenFest 2024, a vibrant celebration of sustainability, culture, and the power of unity within the Black community on Saturday, September 7, at Truly Living Well Farm in Atlanta, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The free, public event will feature food, live performances, eco workshops, activities for children, and an opportunity to meet V-103s Big Tigger who will broadcast live from the event.
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Shawn Lankton appointed as CEO at EnergyCAP

BOALSBURG, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EnergyCAP, the leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the appointment of Shawn Lankton as Chief Executive Officer. This decision reflects the Board's continued and growing optimism across the spectrum of growth opportunities ahead for EnergyCAP.

Championing National Environmental Change: California Safe Schools Fosters Collaboration and Innovation

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates their 26th annual pioneering "Your Life Is Now" Forum which brings together students, members of the public, local, state and federal government. 26 years ago, California Safe Schools (CSS) was founded by Robina Suwol with a mission to protect children on school sites from ever being exposed to pesticides.

President Ali Announces Expansion of Protected Areas in Guyana at 2024 Concordia Amazonas Summit

GEORGETOWN, Guyana /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In a landmark announcement during the 2024 Concordia Amazonas Summit last week, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali revealed plans to double Guyana's protected areas, currently covering around 8.4% of the country's landmass, within 18 months. The announcement was made during the opening dinner of the Summit at the president's home, featuring President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali along with H.E. Iván Duque, Former President of the Republic of Colombia and Chair of the Concordia Amazonas Initiative, Matthew Swift, Co-Founder, President & CEO of Concordia, and Vickram Bharrat, Minister of Natural Resources, Guyana.

EnergyCAP inaugural Eco Champion Award Winners from 2023 Announced

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In the inaugural EnergyCAP Eco Champion Awards, leaders in sustainability and energy efficiency were celebrated across a diverse range of industries and use cases. All awards are based on submissions from the 2023 calendar year. EnergyCAP is a leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions.
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Concordia Amazonas Initiative: Concordia Announces Strategic Partnership with the Fund for Nature

MIAMI, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- This morning at its 2024 Americas Summit, Concordia - the leading public-private sector convener - announced a partnership with CrossBoundary Group's Fund for Nature (FFN). The announcement was made publicly during the session Expanding Access to Capital for Nature-Based Carbon Projects featuring H.E. Iván Duque, Former President of the Republic of Colombia and Chair of the Concordia Amazonas Initiative, Kate Wharton, Managing Director and Head of Natural Capital at CrossBoundary, and Matthew Swift, Co-Founder, President & CEO of Concordia.
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EnergyCAP proudly announces that it has been awarded a coveted Top Product of the Year Award in the Environment+Energy Leader Awards

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EnergyCAP proudly announces that it has been awarded a coveted Top Product of the Year Award in the Environment+Energy Leader Awards program. This year marks a milestone as the program divides accolades into six innovative categories, tailoring recognition to specific sustainability and energy management excellence sectors. EnergyCAP's suite of solutions, UtilityManagement™, CarbonHub™, and SmartAnalytics™, together earned a top spot in the Software & Cloud category.
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California Safe Schools Celebrates its 26th Anniversary of Environmental Protection, Honors Earth Day Champions

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates 7 Earth Day Champions for their extraordinary achievements and mindfulness of future generations. "California Safe Schools proudly honors these individuals whose dedication and resolve make the world a better place and inspire others," affirms Robina Suwol, Executive Director of California Safe Schools.

Spodak Dental Group Celebrates Earth Month 2024 with 11th Annual Delray Beach Cleanup in Florida

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Spodak Dental Group team participated in their 11th Annual Beach Cleanup as part of Earth Month, with a goal to help rid waste on Delray Beach's local beach. The cleanup was held Saturday, April 6 at Delray Beach, South Tower 3, and a team of 67 volunteers picked up more than 200 pounds of trash.

Approximately $150M Available for Wildlife Habitat Projects that Restore, Protect and Enhance Minnesota Fish, Game and Wildlife Habitat

SAINT PAUL, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) last week issued its annual Call for Funding Request from the Outdoor Heritage Fund. Approximately $150 million will be available for both metro and statewide grants to aid Minnesota habitat restoration, protection and enhancement.
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2023 Environmental Health Heroes announced by California Safe Schools Celebrating its 25th Anniversary

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- On Monday, December 4, 2023 at the California Endowment in historic downtown Los Angeles, California Safe Schools, a celebrated children's environmental health and environmental justice non-profit celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an event called "Your Life is Now" honoring seven trailblazing health and safety heroes and organizations.

At COP28 Renowned Climate Activist and founder of HBCU Green Fund, Felicia Davis, Unveils Empowering Global Youth Initiatives

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Distinguished climate activist and founder of the HBCU Green Fund, Felicia Davis, took center stage at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, making groundbreaking announcements that underscore the organization's commitment to global climate action and youth empowerment.

New Book, ‘Sustainability in the Air’ to Offer Climate Change Hope, co-authored by Shashank Nigam and Dirk Singer

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Legacy Launch Pad Publishing proudly presents "Sustainability in the Air: The Innovators Helping the Aviation Industry Take Climate Action" (ISBN: 978-1-956955-80-4 [ebook]; 978-1-956955-81-1 [paperback]), co-authored by Shashank Nigam and Dirk Singer, respectively the Founder & CEO and the Head of Sustainability of aviation consulting firm SimpliFlying.
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Beyond Benign announces Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) Launch

WILMINGTON, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Beyond Benign, in partnership with sponsors and partners including the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute (ACS GCI), is excited to announce the launch of the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC): an online hub for everyone in the green chemistry community to share, connect, learn, and grow together.

‘MSITU: The Old-Growth Forest’ raises environmental awareness taking young readers on a magical journey into an old-growth forest

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Fostering their continued efforts to create innovative programs to lead the charge in building a more sustainable future, the HBCU Green Fund, founded by environmental leader, Felicia Davis, has launched a self-titled publishing brand. Their first release, "MSITU: The Old-Growth Forest," is written by three women in STEM, Spelman college students and alumna, Serena Echols, Imani Blue and Nia McKenzie, and illustrated by Niara Powell.

Aravenda, a Techstars and VIPC portfolio company, secures a spot as 1 of 11 companies in the 2023 Google for Startups...

FAIRFAX, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Aravenda, a Techstars and VIPC portfolio company, has proudly secured a spot as 1 of 11 companies in the prestigious Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders. This significant accomplishment spotlights Aravenda's leadership in propelling innovation within the market of resale software, while simultaneously establishing a benchmark for sustainable practices in the resale market.

Sacramento River Trail and Rail Trail in California Inducted into Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hall of Fame

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), the nation's largest trails advocacy organization, today announced that California's Sacramento River Rail Trail and Sacramento River Trail will be inducted to its iconic Hall of Fame.

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort has received LEED Gold certification, sustainability consulting firm VCA Green announced this week

KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- After a massive renovation of an iconic resort that prioritized resource conservation, sustainable operations, and care for local culture, Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort has received LEED Gold certification, sustainability consulting firm VCA Green announced today.

California Safe Schools, Children’s Health Champion, Celebrates 25th Anniversary and 2023 Earth Day Heroes

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Founded by Robina Suwol in 1998, California Safe Schools (CSS) is a children's environmental health and environmental justice non-profit. CSS achieved national and international prominence by spearheading the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy, and for the past 25 years been a leader in protecting children's health and the environment.

Global Excellence Award (GEA) for 2023 won again by The Wilshire Foundation in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Taylor Wilshire and the Wilshire Foundation have again won the Global Excellence Award (GEA) from the Consortium of International Social and Financial Responsibility (CISFR). This award highlights the Wilshire Foundation's outstanding success in creating sustainable solutions through partnership, innovation, and best practices in order to advance its mission of eradicating poverty by fostering development and promoting affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy for all.

Napa Winery, Domaine Carneros Celebrates Earth Day 2023: Adds PowerFlex Microgrid, Next Generation of Solar Power

NAPA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Earth Day 2023 brings a vibrant green to the terrain and vineyards of Domaine Carneros as the 2022-23 winter rains have provided much needed relief from the past five years of drought in California. 2023 will mark a significant advance in the winery's record of sustainability when a new solar microgrid and battery system comes online.

To Fight Climate Change this Spring Break, HBCU Green Fund Atlanta University Fellows Plant Trees in African Village

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- A group of HBCU Green Fund Fellows from Atlanta University Center recently dedicated their spring break embedded in an African village on the border of Senegal and Mauritania building a tree shelter, planting trees and digging a well in their ongoing efforts to help the vulnerable communities that are most impacted by the effects of climate change, but contribute the least.

Approximately $140M will be available for both metro and statewide grants to aid Minnesota habitat restoration, protection and enhancement

SAINT PAUL, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) Saturday issued its annual Call for Funding Request from the Outdoor Heritage Fund. Approximately $140 million will be available for both metro and statewide grants to aid Minnesota habitat restoration, protection and enhancement.

Waste Free in ’23: Innovative Process Recycles All Types of Plastic Waste Utilizing Profitable Micro-Recycling Centers

NAIROBI, Kenya /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today, Nairobi non-profit Slums Going Green and Clean (SGGC) announced the success of its open-source Waste Free in '23 initiative utilizing profitable micro-recycling centers. In January 2023, two centers recycled five tons of mixed plastic waste with plans to increase their recycling capacity to 15 centers and 75 tons of waste per month by the end of 2023.

EnergyCAP’s newest solution, CarbonHub, serves as the central repository of all carbon emissions related data, sustainability reporting, and tracking performance

BOALSBURG, Pa., /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EnergyCAP, a leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the launch of CarbonHub, a new solution that offers financial-grade carbon accounting and sustainability reporting.

California Ranks #1 in 2022 Scorecard of US States for Water Efficiency and Sustainability Policy

SACRAMENTO Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) released the 2022 U.S. State Policy Scorecard for Water Efficiency and Sustainability (Scorecard), which ranked each U.S. state based on its adoption of laws and policies that advance water efficiency, conservation, sustainability, and affordability. California was the top-ranked state in the nation and in the Colorado River Basin region, scoring 72.5 out of 89 possible points.

Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) releases 2022 U.S. State Policy Scorecard for Water Efficiency and Sustainability

CHICAGO, Ill. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) released the 2022 U.S. State Policy Scorecard for Water Efficiency and Sustainability (Scorecard), which ranked each U.S. state based on its adoption of laws and policies that advance water efficiency, conservation, sustainability, and affordability. California was the top-ranked state in the nation, followed by Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Washington, New York, Nevada, New Hampshire, Colorado, and Minnesota.

‘The American Outsider’ by Activist-Writer Homa Pourasgari Exposes Inhumane Slaughter of Dolphins

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Linbrook Press announces a new novel, "The American Outsider" (ISBN: 978-0977978038), authored by Homa Pourasgari, scheduled to be released January 23, 2023. It's a story about the inhumane slaughter and torture of dolphins in Taiji, Japan, and addresses the complex nature of the Japanese culture. It's written for anyone who cares about animal welfare and who hopes to make a difference.

HBCU Green Fund and Center for Environmental Justice Cites Small Progress Toward Climate Justice, Commit to Helping Young African Students

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In an effort to increase diversity at the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the HBCU Green Fund and the Harambee House/Citizens for Environmental Justice (HH/CFEJ) partnered to lead a delegation of 27 persons from the United States, Africa and the diaspora to participate in the global summit touted as "COP Africa."

After, Inc. Outlines its Commitment to Sustainability for 2023 in Warranty Marketing Industry

NORWALK, Conn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- After, Inc. announced today its ongoing commitment to a sustainable future, detailing its multi-year strategy and initiatives on its website. Given its history as a post-sale technology and solutions partner to the world's top manufacturers and retailers - and its recent purchase of Accentf(x) Marketing with its Lettershop facility - After is now one of the largest multi-channel Warranty Marketing and Database Management providers in the country.

Underwriting a Greener Future: New Energy Risk Publishes Sustainability Report, Adds Two Key Hires

AVON, Conn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- New Energy Risk (NER), a wholly-owned division of Paragon Insurance Group, today announces the release of its annual Sustainability Report and two key hires to support its goal of "Underwriting a Greener Future." The report details the climate, sustainability, and environmental impacts of NER's client portfolio.

Land & Mineral Owner’s Symposium: CEO Jonathan Grammer to Speak on Carbon Capture in Texas

DALLAS, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Jonathan Grammer, CEO of U.S. Carbon Capture, will present on the issue of Carbon Capture and Storage to Texas land and mineral rights owners November the 18th in Austin, Texas. The presentation will be part of the 7th Annual Land and Mineral Owner's Symposium hosted by Austin law firm Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody.

HBCU Green Fund Virtual Climate Change Collection Kicks Off with Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield urged activists to come together to achieve climate justice during her opening message to nearly 500 people logged on from around the world for today's kick-off of the PRE-COP27 Virtual Climate Change Collection hosted by the HBCU Green Fund's Sustainable Africa Future Network.

Former President of the Republic of Colombia, Ivan Duque, announces Concordia Amazon Initiative at the 2022 Concordia Annual Summit

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Ivan Duque Marquez, Former President of Colombia, today announced the Concordia Amazon Initiative on the Metropolitan Stage of the 2022 Concordia Annual Summit. The leading global affairs platform commenced its 12th annual convening on Monday, September 19 and it is being held through Wednesday, September 21, alongside the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Dr. Jill Biden to speak on the Metropolitan Stage at the 2022 Concordia Annual Summit

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, will speak on the Metropolitan Stage on the first day of the 2022 Concordia Annual Summit, September 19, at the Sheraton New York Times Square during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly

Climate Change Solutions in Texas: Encore Green Environmental LLC Roll Outs Beneficial Use of Produced Water for Agriculture

MIDLAND, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Encore Green Environmental LLC (EGE), announce their immediate plans to treat produced water for beneficial use with Texas agriculture partners, with NOMAD EXCEL water technology developed specifically to assist in drought conditions. EGE is proud to announce today that their years of dedication to this goal has not been in vain.

Grasslands and You: 2022 Social Media Campaign Promotes Importance of Grasslands in the Americas

FORT COLLINS, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Central Grasslands Roadmap community of organizations is embarking on an 8-week social media campaign called "Grasslands and You" that enlists the collective, coordinated voices of individuals and organizations to spread the word about the importance of grasslands and the benefits they provide. The announcement comes from Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, one of the Roadmap partners.

Climate Change and other UN Sustainability Goals addressed with AI Brainstorming

CAMBRIDGE, U.K. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- A new series of techniques and stratagems aimed at achieving a sustainable future for the Earth is being pioneered by researchers as well as students from Oxford, Harvard, Cambridge, and Stanford. Called Metaversing, it differs from what is commonly known as the 'Metaverse' in that it starts from a serious consideration of what planet and people need most right now, rather than from considering future uses of technologies like AR and VR in and for themselves.

2022 Continental Youth Symposium in Uganda: US Climate Activist, Illai Kenney, Urged Young Leaders to Unite Globally for Climate Justice

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Determined to encourage unity across the African Diaspora, expand their global network of youth working to advance climate justice and to promote the upcoming PreCOP27 Africa Virtual Summit, the HBCU Green Fund sent a small delegation to participate in the 3rd African Peer Review Mechanism Continental Youth Symposium in Kampala, Uganda last week.

Praxis Drilling & Completion and KYield partner for Offshore Aquaculture and Renewable Energy Production

RIO RANCHO, N.M. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- KYield, Inc. announced today a strategic alliance with Praxis Drilling and Completion, LLC, for the purpose of converting offshore oil and gas platforms to sustainable food and energy production. The KOS is a data-centric AI OS with embedded governance, security, prevention, and automation.

Vertically integrated electric vehicle infrastructure company, EV RANGE INC., Reduces Central California Range Anxiety

SOLEDAD, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EV Range, Inc., the leader in zero emission vehicle charging station management software solutions and installation services today announced the launch of new fast chargers for electric vehicles in Soledad, California. The EV market is quickly moving from early adopters to the mass market with EVs becoming a person's primary and only vehicle.

Primed for Growing Opportunities in Clean Energy, Students Complete HBCU Green Fund’s Fellowship

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- After successfully completing a rigorous fellowship that exposes students to opportunities in clean energy and sustainability, Serena Echols was awarded an internship assisting a community in Florida that was exposed to contaminated groundwater. One of twelve students selected by the HBCU Green Fund to participate in their inaugural Atlanta University Center (AUC) Fellows Program.

Grasslands Roadmap: Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Announces Summit to Conserve North America’s Central Grasslands

FORT COLLINS, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- More than 200 organizations across eight sectors representing Mexico, Canada, the U.S., and Indigenous Nations, came together for two days in May for a multi-national summit to commit to conserve North America's Central Grasslands. Hosted by the Grasslands Roadmap Planning Committee, the announcement comes from Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, one of the convening summit partners.

Director of Land Jonathan R. Grammer will speak on the campus of Texas Tech University on the growing business of Carbon...

DALLAS, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- U.S. Carbon Capture announces that Director of Land Jonathan R. Grammer will speak on the campus of Texas Tech University June 1 on the growing business of Carbon Capture in the State of Texas. The engagement, part of a larger convention addressing the state's energy grid, comes just months after Exxon Mobil announced its estimates of a foreseeable $4.5 trillion market for carbon capture and storage by 2050 as companies race to achieve net-zero.

California Safe Schools Announces 2022 Earth Day Hero Honorees and 24th Anniversary

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates 7 honorees for their extraordinary achievements empowering youth and protecting the Earth. "CSS wants to honor our phenomenal 2022 Earth Day Champions. We thank each of them for their enormous and selfless contributions. They all make our world a better place," Robina Suwol, California Safe Schools, executive director, said.

Encore Green Environmental and Wyoming’s Carbon Asset Network announce Climate Wellness through Soil Health effort

CHEYENNE, Wyo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Mayor Patrick Collins, members of the Cheyenne City Council, Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce, Encore Green Environmental and Wyoming's Carbon Asset Network (CAN) have jointly announced a celebration of commitment to work on "Climate Wellness through Soil Health" Friday, April 22, 2022 at the Cheyenne Botanical Gardens, 3 p.m.

California Safe Schools, a nonprofit org, celebrates the implementation of No Idling signs near 50 school hotspot sites

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) today celebrates the implementation of "No Idling" signs near 50 school "hotspot" sites to eliminate diesel exhaust that can have immediate health effects especially for sensitive receptors like school children. Diesel exhaust contains toxic substances such as arsenic, benzene, formaldehyde and nickel that can contribute to mutations in cells that have progressed to cancer.

Danielle Keogh, co-founder, 444, LLC, launched nationwide tour interviewing businesses within the functional ingredient sector

SEATTLE, Wash. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Danielle Keogh, co-founder, 444, LLC, launched a nationwide tour where she interviewed businesses within the functional ingredient sector. She says that Brandon Pitcher continues to carve the path for sustainable living. 444, LLC will incorporate the culinary art of functional beverage and expert mixology to manufacture functional beverage mixers.

Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council announces Approximately $100M Available for Wildlife Habitat Projects

SAINT PAUL, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) last week issued its annual Call for Funding Request from the Outdoor Heritage Fund. Approximately $100 million will be available for both metro and statewide grants to aid Minnesota habitat restoration, preservation and enhancement.

Concordia Lexington Summit 2022 in KY to hear from Gov. Beshear, Mayor Gorton, Secretary Raimondo, and The Temptations

LEXINGTON, Ky. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Concordia, a leading global convener that hosts the largest and most bi-partisan summit in New York during the United Nations General Assembly, is hosting its first-ever U.S.-focused summit on April 7-8 in Lexington, Kentucky, focusing on the future of technology, trade and environmental sustainability.

Second Annual BIPOC Climate Justice Dialogue Hosted by the HBCU Green Fund and other environmental groups

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Environmental justice leader, Mustafa Santiago Ali, will discuss the progress made on the implementation of the Biden-Harris Administration's Justice40 initiative with White House Advisor Gina McCarthy during the Second Annual BIPOC Climate Justice Dialogue. Hosted by the HBCU Green Fund and other environmental groups, the two-day virtual event is open to the public and will take place April 7 - 8, 2022.

Rubicon CEO Nate Morris Discusses National Security Implications of e-Waste

LEXINGTON, Ky. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- A growing threat to America's national security is the improper disposal of electronic waste, said Rubicon Chairman & CEO Nate Morris in remarks this week to Princeton University's Center for Policy Research on Energy and the Environment.

Environmental, social, and governance-focused New Energy Risk acquired by Paragon Insurance Holdings

AVON, Conn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Paragon Insurance Holdings, LLC, a national MGA based in Avon, Connecticut, announces today the acquisition of New Energy Risk (NER), an insurance solutions provider to a wide range of energy technologies and related infrastructure projects and technologies that accelerate the energy transition.

HBCU Green Fund recently announced a partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The HBCU Green Fund recently announced a partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) that increases their capacity to train, mentor and identify internships in energy and STEM industries for students at the Atlanta University Center (AUC). A Department of Energy grant to RICE provides resources for the AUC Energy Project, including a fellowship program exposing students from various majors to emerging opportunities in renewable energy and sustainability.

Virginia Environmental Film Contest 2022 Announces Winners as Part of Annual Film Festival

RICHMOND, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Richmond Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) announces its 12th annual showcase of over 20 free local and national films selected to raise awareness of environmental issues and offer solution-oriented messages of hope that inspire action towards promoting planet health and environmental justice.

Third-party risk management platform, Certa Integrates with EcoVadis to Help Company Reach ESG Goals

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today, the leading third-party risk management platform, Certa, announced its official partnership with the world's most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, EcoVadis. The integration will allow Certa customers to see the EcoVadis ratings of their third-party suppliers at a glance within one integrated platform.

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