Sustainability

Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Universities Canada Launch Canada-in-Asia Conference in Singapore February 26-29

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) and Universities Canada invite members of the media to attend the second annual Canada-in-Asia Conference at the Pan Pacific Singapore from February 26-29, 2024.

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  • SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) and Universities Canada invite members of the media to attend the second annual Canada-in-Asia Conference at the Pan Pacific Singapore from February 26-29, 2024.
  • With over 430 registrants, the Canada-in-Asia Conferences 2024 event (CIAC2024) will focus on two thematic areas: Agri-food (Feb. 26-27) and Climate Solutions (Feb. 27-29).
  • CIAC2024 will convene business and government leaders, investors and innovators, and researchers and experts from across Asia and Canada to exchange perspectives, knowledge, and ideas and to create collaborative partnerships in these two critical sectors.
  • APF Canada and Universities Canada are honoured to confirm that Minister for Sustainability and the Environment and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations for the Republic of Singapore, Ms. Grace Fu, will be joining CIAC2024 as the guest of honour and keynote speaker at the 27 February Gala Dinner.

Meritage Homes Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend And Announces Systematic Share Repurchase Strategy

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes Corporation (NYSE: MTH, “Meritage” or the “Company”), the fifth-largest homebuilder in the U.S., today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.75 per share, which increased from the $0.27 per share quarterly dividend in 2023.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes Corporation (NYSE: MTH, “Meritage” or the “Company”), the fifth-largest homebuilder in the U.S., today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.75 per share, which increased from the $0.27 per share quarterly dividend in 2023.
  • This dividend is payable on March 29, 2024 to shareholders of record as of the close of trading on March 15, 2024.
  • In addition to the increase in the dividend, Meritage has also instituted a formal share repurchase plan with a minimum buyback commitment of $15 million in each quarter of this fiscal year.
  • Consistent with its dividend policy, Meritage intends to review and renew its share repurchase commitment annually.

Tower Semiconductor to Present at APEC 2024 Highlighting Company’s Recent Developments in BCD Technology

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, February 22, 2024 – Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ/TASE: TSEM), the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, today announced its participation at upcoming 2024 APEC conference to be held February 26th - 28th in Long Beach, California, highlighting the Company’s advanced Power Management platform and recent technology developments addressing the emerging needs of consumer, communications, EV, industrial and computing market applications.

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  • MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, February 22, 2024 – Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ/TASE: TSEM), the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, today announced its participation at upcoming 2024 APEC conference to be held February 26th - 28th in Long Beach, California, highlighting the Company’s advanced Power Management platform and recent technology developments addressing the emerging needs of consumer, communications, EV, industrial and computing market applications.
  • During the conference, Mr. Erez Sarig, Director of Power Management Business Development & Marketing at Tower Semiconductor, will present “Tower’s Power Management Technology Offerings for a Sustainable World” covering Tower’s best-in-class BCD technology solutions supporting the expanding green energy initiatives in various market segments.
  • To meet with Tower’s engineering team during the conference, visit the Company’s booth #625.
  • For additional information about the Company’s Power Management platform offering, visit here .

Sodexo and AstraZeneca extend their global partnership for a further 5 years.

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Sodexo and AstraZeneca extend their global partnership for a further 5 years.

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  • Sodexo and AstraZeneca extend their global partnership for a further 5 years.
  • Sodexo and AstraZeneca have built a trusting relationship over the years, with significant advances implemented to improve the daily lives of consumers.
  • The collaboration between Sodexo and AstraZeneca began in 2008 in the UK with a first Food and Facilities Management contract.
  • Johan Stellingwerf, Sodexo Chief Operating Officer for Global Strategic Accounts said: “We are very pleased to have extended our long-lasting partnership with AstraZeneca.

Vstock Transfer is a Proud Sponsor of the Upcoming 36th Annual ROTH Conference

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

This well-known event is scheduled to take place from March 17-19, 2024, at The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California.

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  • This well-known event is scheduled to take place from March 17-19, 2024, at The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California.
  • VStock Transfer is not just a transaction-oriented firm but a solution-focused partner that assists companies through every step of their financial and regulatory journey.
  • Lisa Loew, Managing Director at VStock Transfer, shared her enthusiasm for the event: “We are excited to sponsor the 36th Annual ROTH Conference.
  • For further details about VStock Transfer and its services, please visit vstocktransfer.com or contact the team at [email protected] or 212-828-8436.

CNH takes minority investment in drone imaging AI company Bem Agro  

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

To further our offering in this field, our investment arm CNH Ventures has taken a minority stake in Bem Agro – a Brazilian startup and existing supplier to CNH.

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  • To further our offering in this field, our investment arm CNH Ventures has taken a minority stake in Bem Agro – a Brazilian startup and existing supplier to CNH.
  • Bem Agro uses AI to convert any type of aerial field image – including those taken from machines, drones and satellites – into Agronomic Mapping Reports.
  • This investment follows over five years of successful commercial partnership with Bem Agro.
  • We are excited to expand our collaboration with Bem Agro and further empower farmers to keep Breaking New Ground.

The Digital Government Forum 2024 and Cambodia-International Digital Government & Digital Technology Expo Opens

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Sok Puthyvuth, Secretary of State, presided over the press conference on the Digital Government Forum 2024 and the Cambodia-International Digital Government and Digital Technology Expo, on 16 February 2024.

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  • Sok Puthyvuth, Secretary of State, presided over the press conference on the Digital Government Forum 2024 and the Cambodia-International Digital Government and Digital Technology Expo, on 16 February 2024.
  • The theme for Digital Government Forum 2024 is "Driving Sustainable and Inclusive Development through Digital Policy Implementation".
  • The Digital Government Forum 2024 aims to highlight the achievements of the digital government development in accordance with the Cambodia Digital Economy and Society Policy Framework 2021-2035 and the Digital Government Policy 2022-235, especially the Pentagon V of the Pentagonal Strategy Phase I of Royal Government of Cambodia.
  • The Cambodia-International Digital Government and Digital Technology Expo will also showcase the digital government achievements, development of digital platforms, advantages of using the digital platforms, public service provision by ministries and institutions, as well as the use of digital platforms developed by ministries and institutions.

Rootless Destigmatizes Menopause With “Own Your Pause” Campaign

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Friday, March 8, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240308891262/en/
    The Own Your Pause campaign features different women sharing their experiences with menopause.
  • “There are millions of women silently enduring menopausal symptoms, searching for answers, support, and community,” said Sachi Singh, Founder and CEO of Rootless.
  • Out of the 450 million people experiencing potentially debilitating menopause symptoms, 75 percent of them don’t get treated.
  • To learn more about Rootless and Own Your Pause, please visit getrootless.com/ownyourpause or share your story with #ownyourpause.

Ohmium Leads TIME’s List of America’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2024

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Ohmium International (“Ohmium”), a leading green hydrogen company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers, today announced it has been awarded second place out of 250 companies included in TIME’s inaugural list of America’s Top GreenTech Companies 2024.

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  • Ohmium International (“Ohmium”), a leading green hydrogen company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers, today announced it has been awarded second place out of 250 companies included in TIME’s inaugural list of America’s Top GreenTech Companies 2024.
  • The award list was announced on March 5th, 2024, and can be viewed on TIME’s website.
  • Ohmium is also first in its category of “Resources,” based on an evaluation of over 4,600 companies across three dimensions - Positive Environmental Impact, Financial Strength, and Innovation Drive.
  • Based on the study results, Ohmium is thrilled to be recognized as a leader on TIME’s list of America’s Top GreenTech Companies 2024.

A Leap Forward in Laundry: Tide launches a revolutionary new tile form to transform laundry day

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Tide, America's #1 trusted laundry detergent brand, is excited to introduce Tide evo at SXSW 2024, marking a leap forward in laundry innovation driven by consumer insights.

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  • Tide, America's #1 trusted laundry detergent brand, is excited to introduce Tide evo at SXSW 2024, marking a leap forward in laundry innovation driven by consumer insights.
  • In an era where convenience and superiority are not just desired but expected, Tide has listened to consumers' voices, shaping the development of Tide evo.
  • This revolutionary laundry tile form emerges as a direct response to the call for a laundry solution that is lighter, faster and simpler.
  • Tide evo, the culmination of years of extensive research and development, introduces a revolutionary laundry tile form – unlike anything offered in laundry today.