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US Foods Highlights Corporate Social Responsibility Progress in 2022 Report

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tisdag, maj 30, 2023
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US Foods Holding Corp. (NYSE: USFD) – one of America’s leading foodservice distributors – announced today the release of the company’s 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report .

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  • US Foods Holding Corp. (NYSE: USFD) – one of America’s leading foodservice distributors – announced today the release of the company’s 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report .
  • Within the comprehensive report, US Foods highlights 2022 progress across its sustainable product offerings, support for associates and communities, and initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of its operations.
  • This report is the first to include progress against the company’s formal greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets as approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in December 2022 and showcases strong progress made in 2022.
  • To view the US Foods 2022 CSR Report, visit the company’s website at usfoods.com/csr .

Hope Foods® Debuts New Packaging, Plastic Neutrality, & Enhanced Nutrients of its Organic Hummus

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onsdag, maj 31, 2023
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BOULDER, Colo., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Hope Foods®, the original organic hummus brand, proudly unveils a bold new look to its delicious and nutritious organic hummus and non-GMO plant-based dip lineup. The new packaging reflects the company's vibrant flavor and highlights its Plastic Neutral certification. Beginning in June, all Hope Foods organic hummus products will also contain organic flaxseed oil, thus enhancing the products' functional benefits. Flaxseed oil has a neutral flavor impact and provides flexitarians with a source of plant-based Omega-3s.

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  • Beginning in June, all Hope Foods organic hummus products will also contain organic flaxseed oil, thus enhancing the products' functional benefits.
  • Hope Foods®, the original organic hummus brand, unveils a new look to its organic and non-GMO plant-based products.
  • Hope Foods organic hummus line boasts a variety of unique flavor profiles including the brand's popular Sea Salt & Olive Oil Hummus, Spicy Avocado Hummus, Black Garlic Hummus, and award-winning Thai Coconut Curry Hummus.
  • The natural, healthy ingredients and fresh small-batch taste are why Hope Foods organic hummus is the choice of nutritionists and registered dietitians.

RD1 Earns Eleven Prestigious Awards in Beverage Competitions this Spring

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torsdag, maj 25, 2023
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Lexington-based bourbon producer RD1 Spirits is proud to announce eleven prestigious awards from international and national spirits competitions for its Kentucky Straight Bourbon portfolio.

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  • Lexington-based bourbon producer RD1 Spirits is proud to announce eleven prestigious awards from international and national spirits competitions for its Kentucky Straight Bourbon portfolio.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230525005345/en/
    On the heels of its expansion into Indiana announced in March 2023, RD1 award-winning bourbon is now available in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Missouri.
  • Another new release, RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished in Oak and Maple Barrels earned golds in the 2023 ASCOT Awards and the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • RD1 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey took home golds in the 2023 ASCOT Awards, 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and 2023 Denver International Spirits Competition.

New Federal Call for Proposals to Decarbonize On-Road Transportation

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torsdag, maj 25, 2023
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Further, the call will support infrastructure solutions that aim to improve the transportation system's overall efficiency and increase the adoption of zero-emission vehicles.

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  • Further, the call will support infrastructure solutions that aim to improve the transportation system's overall efficiency and increase the adoption of zero-emission vehicles.
  • "Today's call for proposals under the Energy Innovation Program is an important step toward the decarbonization of Canada's transportation sector.
  • This call for applications will help scale research and development while supporting energy efficiency in the transportation sector across Canada."
  • "Through smart investments in clean energy technologies, we are building sustainable transportation infrastructure that benefits all Canadians.

CESAR, One of the World's Leading RD&I Centers, Releases New Paper on How Generative A.I. Will Transform Design, Education and Work

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torsdag, maj 25, 2023
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RECIFE, Brazil and SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Generative A.I. Era is here, and it will transform everything, according to a new paper published today by CESAR, a leading global innovation center and school. The advanced A.I. tools and capabilities enabled by new language learning models such as ChatGPT, introduced since 2022, are equivalent to adding a bionic brain to nearly any person or task – from augmented human creativity and A.I.-assisted design to how we interact with each other using the software that powers our world, per the new report.

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  • Era is here, and it will transform everything, according to a new paper published today by CESAR , a leading global innovation center and school.
  • researchers, including more than 150 PhDs, that aims to speed up research on the consequences of this technological revolution.
  • CESAR, the Recife Center for Advanced Studies and Systems based in Porto Digital, tapped this large network of renowned A.I.
  • will disrupt how we live, teach, work, entertain ourselves, and design things including software code to be a top priority.

SoCalGas Receives Honor for "Clean Energy Investment Leader of the Year" from The Cleanie Awards

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torsdag, maj 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co.'s (SoCalGas) Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D) department has been recognized as the "Silver Winner" in the category of "Clean Energy Investment Leader of the Year" from the Cleanie Awards. The Cleanie Awards are a cleantech industry awards program focused on honoring innovators, accelerators and disruptors who are creating market-moving climate solutions.

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  • LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. 's (SoCalGas) Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D) department has been recognized as the "Silver Winner" in the category of "Clean Energy Investment Leader of the Year" from the Cleanie Awards .
  • The Cleanie Awards are a cleantech industry awards program focused on honoring innovators, accelerators and disruptors who are creating market-moving climate solutions.
  • The "Clean Energy Investment Leader of the Year" category is designed to recognize organizations that have, "invested in unique and noteworthy projects and technology that benefit their respective organizations and the clean energy economy overall."
  • For more information about SoCalGas' clean energy innovation, visit https://socalgas.com/cleanfuels .

Fresh Thyme Market Celebrates Memorial Day with Hot Deals for Grilling and Gathering

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onsdag, maj 24, 2023
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Thyme Market, a community-focused grocer with a mission to provide communities with quality food that is affordable, is thrilled to offer hot deals and top picks on grilling staples and selections to ensure your Memorial Day events go according to plan.

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  • Shop Fresh Thyme Market for quality, fresh ingredients at a great value to kick-off the summer season this Memorial Day Weekend.
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Thyme Market , a community-focused grocer with a mission to provide communities with quality food that is affordable, is thrilled to offer hot deals and top picks on grilling staples and selections to ensure your Memorial Day events go according to plan.
  • "Fresh Thyme is your one-stop shop for all things snacking - from favorite brands you know and love to organic and better-for-you brands."
  • said Meghan Sedivy, RD and LDN of Fresh Thyme Market.

STAY HYDRATED AND REFUEL WITH REAL MILK

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måndag, maj 22, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Let's talk milk—Did you know that milk hydrates better than water? Well, it is true. From potassium to calcium, dairy milk is a natural choice when it comes to rehydration. The Dairy Alliance, a leader in bringing awareness about the nutritional benefits of milk, is connecting with consumers for National Dairy Month to educate them on the importance of milk's superpowers in hydration and recovery. The Dairy Alliance works with MilkPEP, the Milk Processor Education Program, in repositioning milk as the "original sports drink" throughout the Southeast.

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  • From potassium to calcium, dairy milk is a natural choice when it comes to rehydration.
  • The Dairy Alliance works with MilkPEP , the Milk Processor Education Program, in repositioning milk as the "original sports drink" throughout the Southeast.
  • "Dairy milk is one of the most nutrient-dense and deliciously creamy ways to refuel after intense activity," said Geri Berdak , Chief Executive Officer of The Dairy Alliance.
  • For more information about the nutritional benefits of milk, dairy recipe ideas, and more, visit www.thedairyalliance.com .

Alsana St. Louis Now Offers Treatment for Individuals with Eating Disorders and Co-Occurring Type 1 Diabetes

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tisdag, maj 16, 2023
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Alsana St. Louis has announced the launch of its diabulimia treatment program, a life-saving resource for individuals struggling with disordered eating and type 1 diabetes.

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  • Alsana St. Louis has announced the launch of its diabulimia treatment program, a life-saving resource for individuals struggling with disordered eating and type 1 diabetes.
  • Diabulimia is a non-clinical term for when individuals with type 1 diabetes restrict insulin to lose weight.
  • Research shows that people with type 1 diabetes may be more susceptible to disordered eating behaviors than those without diabetes.
  • “Individuals with type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk of developing an eating disorder – diabulimia is often underdiagnosed,” said Ali Beckman, MS, RD, LD, CEDS-S, National Clinical Educator with Alsana.

Vertex Energy Announces First Quarter 2023 Results

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tisdag, maj 9, 2023
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Vertex Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTNR) (“Vertex” or the “Company”), a leading specialty refiner and marketer of high-quality refined products, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • Vertex Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTNR) (“Vertex” or the “Company”), a leading specialty refiner and marketer of high-quality refined products, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss first quarter 2023 results today at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time, details are included at the end of this release.
  • Financial results for the first quarter 2023 include an after-tax, $48.9 million gain on the sale of the Company’s Heartland assets during the quarter.
  • The Mobile Refinery operations generated $103.8 million of fuel gross margin (a non-GAAP measure) or $16.17 per barrel during the first quarter 2023, its fourth quarter of operations since being acquired by Vertex.