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KuCoin Donated $100,000 to Support Meaningful Causes, Embracing Sustainable Development and Charity through Cryptocurrency

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Donnerstag, Dezember 7, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231207510145/en/
    This philanthropic gesture is KuCoin's commitment to pledging support for social welfare initiatives, while positioning the exchange as a pioneer in promoting sustainable development within the industry.
  • As the "People's Exchange," KuCoin is working to promote its corporate social responsibility globally.
  • During the event, KuCoin CEO Johnny Lyu delivered a heartwarming speech on the importance of promoting social welfare as an industry leader.
  • The KuCoin Green Future Gala Dinner was much more than just a gathering, it inspired conversations and embodied a powerful act of communal philanthropy.

Joe Biden Tops "Naughtiest Person of 2023" List With Wife Jill Biden Placing Second

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Donnerstag, Dezember 14, 2023
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- President Joe Biden holds the top spot on Mark Kaye's Naughty List for 2023 with his wife Dr. Jill Biden coming in a distant second.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- President Joe Biden holds the top spot on Mark Kaye's Naughty List for 2023 with his wife Dr. Jill Biden coming in a distant second.
  • The overall winner will receive 23 pounds of coal, courtesy of The Mark Kaye Show.
  • "There has been a ton of bad behavior this year," explains Kaye, "and we felt that Santa shouldn't have the final say.
  • The voting ends on Friday, December 22, 2023 when the winner will be announced and awarded the 23 pounds of coal.

PLENTY OF REAL CHRISTMAS TREE JOY TO BE FOUND FOR DECEMBER SHOPPERS - EVEN FOR "TREECRASTINATORS"

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Donnerstag, Dezember 7, 2023
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HOWELL, Mich., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- While most shoppers get their real Christmas tree earlier in the season, some buy as late as Christmas eve. According to a survey conducted for the Real Christmas Tree Board earlier this year, shoppers fall into six segments according to when they buy their real Christmas trees:

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  • HOWELL, Mich., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- While most shoppers get their real Christmas tree earlier in the season, some buy as late as Christmas eve.
  • According to a survey conducted for the Real Christmas Tree Board earlier this year, shoppers fall into six segments according to when they buy their real Christmas trees:
    For some, when they buy a real Christmas tree is a matter of happenstance.
  • The Real Christmas Tree Board (RCTB) is the media's expert resource for insights about farm-grown Christmas trees.
  • It is a 501(c)(3) corporation established in 2009 and has no known members representing the real Christmas tree industry.

SIGMA LITHIUM FEATURED AT COP-28 FOR ITS CLEAN TECHNOLOGY, PIONEERING PRACTICES IN ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT FOR A FOURTH YEAR

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Dienstag, Dezember 5, 2023
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SAO PAULO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigma Lithium Corporation ("Sigma Lithium" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SGML, TSXV: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34), a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicles with carbon neutral, responsibly sourced chemical grade lithium concentrate, has been featured at various events during COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for its clean technology, pioneering practices in environmental sustainability, and positive social impact for a fourth consecutive COP.

Key Points: 
  • Since 2019, Sigma Lithium has participated at COP to help shape the global dialogue on environmental and social sustainability in industrial and mineral supply chains.
  • "Since inception, Sigma Lithium has focused on supporting a just global energy transition by pioneering new mining practices governed by social and environmental sustainability.
  • Water preservation: Preserves 100% of the Piaui Creek source of drinking water for the communities living around Sigma Lithium.
  • Clean renewable energy: Utilizes 100% clean renewable energy for its Greentech Plant via "behind the meter" supply agreements.

Huawei Sustainability Forum: Jeffrey Sachs Advocates Tech Solutions to Address SDG Challenges

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Mittwoch, November 29, 2023
Sustainable development, Woman, Employment, Coffee, Sachs, Nature, Marketing, Farm, IUCN, Biodiversity, Digital technology, Republic, Partnership, Speech, Columbia University, Telehealth, First lady, Commissioner, Face, Education, Renewable energy, Huawei, Gokina

Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.
  • "We live in a period in which the challenges are getting greater and the need for breakthrough technologies, such as those Huawei brings us, is ever more urgent."
  • Attendees emphasized that digital technology would help improve the resilience of both nature and humanity in the face of risks and challenges and drive sustainability.
  • In Gokina, Pakistan, Huawei and its partners have brought connectivity to the local community, enabling telemedicine and distance education.

Huawei Sustainability Forum: Jeffrey Sachs Advocates Tech Solutions to Address SDG Challenges

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Mittwoch, November 29, 2023
Sustainable development, Woman, Employment, Coffee, Sachs, Multimedia, Nature, Marketing, Farm, IUCN, Biodiversity, Digital technology, Republic, Partnership, Speech, Columbia University, Telehealth, First lady, Commissioner, Face, Education, Renewable energy, Online shopping, Huawei, Gokina

Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.
  • "We live in a period in which the challenges are getting greater and the need for breakthrough technologies, such as those Huawei brings us, is ever more urgent."
  • Attendees emphasized that digital technology would help improve the resilience of both nature and humanity in the face of risks and challenges and drive sustainability.
  • In Gokina, Pakistan, Huawei and its partners have brought connectivity to the local community, enabling telemedicine and distance education.

Cemex Named a Texan by Nature 20 Honoree for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Mittwoch, November 8, 2023
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HOUSTON, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cemex USA announced today that it has been named a Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) honoree for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cemex USA announced today that it has been named a Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) honoree for the fifth consecutive year.
  • "We believe in building an environmentally sustainable future through actions, collaborations, and innovative models in conservation," said Joni Carswell, CEO & President of Texan by Nature.
  • Since 2011, Texan by Nature has been working with the state's business community to implement Texas-led conservation practices, with their TxN 20 recognizing the best and most innovative work in conservation.
  • As part of TxN 20, Texan by Nature honors companies like Cemex across 12 industries in the Lone Star State whose ingenuity cultivates impactful programs and forges new, beneficial paths and partnerships in conservation.

Texan by Nature Unveils the 2023 Texan by Nature 20

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Mittwoch, November 8, 2023
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Texan by Nature (TxN), a Texas-led conservation non-profit founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, today announced 20 honorees of the 4th annual Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) - an official ranking of companies with Texas operations that have made a demonstrative commitment to conservation.

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  • Texan by Nature (TxN), a Texas-led conservation non-profit founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, today announced 20 honorees of the 4th annual Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) - an official ranking of companies with Texas operations that have made a demonstrative commitment to conservation.
  • The TxN 20 recognizes the best and most innovative work in conservation coming from business based or operating in Texas.
  • As part of the TxN 20, Texan by Nature honors companies across 12 industries in the Lone Star State whose ingenuity cultivates impactful programs and forges new, beneficial paths in conservation.
  • “We believe in building an environmentally sustainable future through actions, collaborations, and innovative models in conservation,” said Joni Carswell, CEO & President of Texan by Nature.

Ørsted recognized by Texan by Nature for its Conservation Efforts in Texas

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Mittwoch, November 8, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ørsted, a U.S. leader in clean energy, was honored this week by Texan by Nature as one of the top 20 companies leading sustainability and conservation efforts in the state. Texan by Nature was founded by former First Lady Laura Bush to unite environmental and business leaders to advance conservation efforts in Texas.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ørsted, a U.S. leader in clean energy, was honored this week by Texan by Nature as one of the top 20 companies leading sustainability and conservation efforts in the state.
  • Texan by Nature was founded by former First Lady Laura Bush to unite environmental and business leaders to advance conservation efforts in Texas.
  • The honorees are selected based upon an established commitment to conservation and sustainability, as well as a demonstrated tangible impact of their conservation efforts.
  • Ørsted currently has eight renewable energy projects operating in Texas and three additional Texas-based solar projects under construction.

Merck Foundation CEO and African First Ladies discussed Healthcare Capacity Building and Breaking Infertility Stigma at Africa Asia Luminary 2023

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Montag, November 6, 2023
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Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck group of Germany, conducted the 10th Edition of their annual conference “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in India.

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  • Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck group of Germany, conducted the 10th Edition of their annual conference “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in India.
  • The conference was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation BOT; Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and Chairperson of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, and African First Ladies of 11 countries; H.E.
  • “I am proud to share that Merck Foundation has provided more than 1700 scholarships to young doctors from 50 countries in 42 critical and underserved specialties.
  • Merck Foundation is part of Africa’s legacy, visit www.merck-foundation.com
    Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej Social Media Handles @Rasha Kelej: Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , YouTube .