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Xylem Teams Up with Partners and Communities Globally to Accelerate Progress on Water Security in 2023

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.

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  • In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.
  • Colleagues participated in skills-based volunteer initiatives, designing and implementing WASH solutions for underserved communities, and building capacity through training and mentorship.
  • “Xylem Watermark draws on the collective power of Xylem’s team, our customers, channel partners, suppliers, and the nonprofit community, to further our mission to solve water.
  • Together, we have a unique opportunity to advance water security for all and our colleagues and partners continue to step up for SDG6,” Austin Alexander, Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact at Xylem, said.

Collection, Purification, Testing and Distribution of Water in South Africa - Exploring the Vital Efforts and Strategies within South Africa's Water Resource Management and Infrastructure Development - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Government has identified water provision, management and the state of wastewater systems as one of the most pressing issues facing South Africa.

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  • Government has identified water provision, management and the state of wastewater systems as one of the most pressing issues facing South Africa.
  • Poor water management has led to polluted water sources and limited access to clean water.
  • DWS 's Hydropower Independent Producer Programme to use water infrastructure and water courses for renewable energy.
  • It includes information on municipalities, water boards and catchment management agencies, water use per industrial sector, access to water, infrastructure development, maintenance and problems, notable players and corporate actions.

Arizona Humane Society's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus Now Open

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

PHOENIX, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona's most vulnerable pets have a new refuge as the Arizona Humane Society's (AHS) Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus is now open.

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  • PHOENIX, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona's most vulnerable pets have a new refuge as the Arizona Humane Society's (AHS) Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus is now open.
  • "As the doors of the Rob and Melani Walton Papago Park Campus open to the public, so do the possibilities for the future of animal welfare in Arizona and across the country," said Dr. Steven Hansen, President & CEO of AHS.
  • "This transformative campus will have an undeniable positive impact on the Valley's most vulnerable pets and the state's future veterinarians for decades to come.
  • We are thrilled to have completed the Arizona Humane Society's Rob and Melani Walton Papago Park Campus at a substantial savings to the organization and for the benefit of our entire community."

FINN PARTNERS LAUNCHES 'GLOBAL HEALTH IMPACT GROUP'

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

NEW YORK, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FINN Partners announced today the formation of the "Global Health Impact Group" to marshal cross-practice policy, advocacy, and media expertise to advance issues and ideas that promote improved health outcomes and economic growth worldwide. The move harnesses the agency's full capabilities and sector expertise to address corporate, government and NGO public-health priorities in nearly 100 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.                                                          

Key Points: 
  • The FINN Global Health Impact Group is championed by Gil Bashe, Chair Global Health and Purpose, with support from Fern Lazar, managing partner, Global Health Lead; Amy Terpeluk, managing partner, CSR and Social Impact Lead; and Jessica Berk Ross, managing partner, Global Public Affairs Lead.
  • The Global Health Impact Group will work alongside the FINN Purpose and Social Impact Practice, which focuses on climate, diversity, environment, and sustainability priorities.
  • FINN Global Health Impact meets the needs of clients committed to solving issues at the intersection of climate and health."
  • The FINN Global Health Impact Group will do its part to head off the impact of those challenges."

Zoom Drain celebrates Women's History Month; opens new woman-led location in Broward County

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoom Drain, a leading operator of drain and sewer services, will expand its reach into Florida by opening a woman-led location in Broward County on March 5 as the country gets set to celebrate Women's History Month.

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  • Led by Samantha Salomon, a woman and first-generation immigrant, and her husband, Facundo Scialpi, Zoom Drain of Broward County will be located at 12075 NW 40th Street, Unit No.
  • 3, Coral Springs, Florida, and will offer around-the-clock residential and commercial services centered on drain and sewer cleaning, video inspections and repair.
  • Zoom Drain focuses on everything from clogged sinks and bathtubs to main sewer line blockages and everything in between.
  • Zoom Drain of Broward County serves residents of Coral Springs, Parkland, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach.

XPRIZE WATER SCARCITY COMPETITION LAUNCHES TO UNLOCK THE ABUNDANCE OF EARTH'S SEAS AND OCEANS

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Friday, March 1, 2024

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity. Made possible by a $150M investment from the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, this 5-year global competition, with a $119M total prize purse, is designed to drive widespread access to clean water by creating reliable, sustainable, and affordable seawater desalination solutions. Competing teams will aim to develop technologies that can responsibly expand access to the water contained in Earth's seas and oceans, positively impacting billions of people globally, and creating a world where clean water is more equitably available and sustainably abundant.

Key Points: 
  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE , the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity.
  • With seas and oceans holding over 96% of Earth's water, seawater desalination has become an increasingly attractive option for providing reliable access to water for countries and communities around the world.
  • XPRIZE Water Scarcity is the first competition of its kind focused on disrupting desalination systems at this scale.
  • We're confident this prize will initiate a necessary step-change in desalination efforts to help address global water scarcity," said Lauren Greenlee, executive vice president of Food + Water + Waste, XPRIZE.

XPRIZE WATER SCARCITY COMPETITION LAUNCHES TO UNLOCK THE ABUNDANCE OF EARTH'S SEAS AND OCEANS

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Friday, March 1, 2024

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity. Made possible by a $150M investment from the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, this 5-year global competition, with a $119M total prize purse, is designed to drive widespread access to clean water by creating reliable, sustainable, and affordable seawater desalination solutions. Competing teams will aim to develop technologies that can responsibly expand access to the water contained in Earth's seas and oceans, positively impacting billions of people globally, and creating a world where clean water is more equitably available and sustainably abundant.

Key Points: 
  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE , the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity.
  • With seas and oceans holding over 96% of Earth's water, seawater desalination has become an increasingly attractive option for providing reliable access to water for countries and communities around the world.
  • XPRIZE Water Scarcity is the first competition of its kind focused on disrupting desalination systems at this scale.
  • We're confident this prize will initiate a necessary step-change in desalination efforts to help address global water scarcity," said Lauren Greenlee, executive vice president of Food + Water + Waste, XPRIZE.

US Commercial Vehicle Market Grew 14 percent in 2023, according to S&P Global Mobility

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023

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  • Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023
    Alternative fuel vehicles, electric and hybrid powertrains are popular options for light-duty commercial vehicles while compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric are becoming popular alternative options for heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
  • Electric cargo vans continue to trend in last-mile delivery applications, especially with fleets such as Amazon, Walmart, Penske, and FedEx.
  • There were more than 14,000 EV cargo vans registered in 2023, according to the analysis, led by substantial growth from Rivian.
  • In addition, electric pickup launches expected from Chevrolet and Ram should contribute to the EV and electrified vehicle sales boom.

CAIXA ECONÔMICA FEDERAL: ACCOUNTING NET INCOME OF R$ 11.7 BILLION IN 2023, UP BY 20.0% YoY.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

BRASÍLIA, Brasil, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CAIXA ECONÔMICA FEDERAL ("CAIXA"), the largest Brazilian bank in number of clients, credit, digital accounts, and savings deposits, announces its consolidated result for the fourth quarter (4Q23).

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  • Accounting Net Income of R$ 11.7 billion in 2023, up by 20,0% YoY;
    II.
  • Recurring Net Income of R$ 10.6 billion in 2023, up by 15.5% YoY;
    III.
  • R$ 544.3 billion in total loan origination in 2023, up by 6.8% YoY, the greatest loan origination in CAIXA's history;
    VIII.
  • CAIXA completes all DREX stages and tests in 2023, ahead of the schedule stipulated by the Central Bank of Brazil.

Prime Minister visits Kyiv and announces additional support for Ukraine

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, is visiting Ukraine today, alongside international partners, to reaffirm Canada's ongoing and unwavering support for Ukraine.

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  • The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, is visiting Ukraine today, alongside international partners, to reaffirm Canada's ongoing and unwavering support for Ukraine.
  • As part of this commitment, Canada will provide $3.02 billion in critical financial and military support to Ukraine in 2024.
  • In addition, the Prime Minister announced new support for Ukraine's resilience and recovery efforts.
  • The Prime Minister was accompanied for this visit by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, and the Minister of National Defence, Bill Blair.