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Wolseley Canada Announces Steven Beggs as VP, Human Resources

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

BURLINGTON, Ontario, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolseley Canada is pleased to announce the promotion of Steven Beggs to Vice President, Human Resources.

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  • BURLINGTON, Ontario, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolseley Canada is pleased to announce the promotion of Steven Beggs to Vice President, Human Resources.
  • “Steven has been a valued member of the Wolseley Canada team and approaches each task with enthusiasm and a commitment to strengthening the employee experience,” says Sébastien Laforge, President, Wolseley Canada.
  • “I have complete confidence in his ability to lead our human resources function.”
    In his new role, Beggs will oversee all facets of the human resources department and provide strategic direction to Wolseley Canada’s senior leadership team.
  • “I’m thrilled to lead the human resources department at Wolseley Canada,” says Beggs.

Call2Recycle Releases 2023 U.S. National Battery Collection & Recycling Data

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Monday, March 4, 2024

ATLANTA, Ga., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Call2Recycle®, the nation’s largest consumer battery stewardship and collection program, is pleased to announce its annual battery collection data.

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  • ATLANTA, Ga., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Call2Recycle®, the nation’s largest consumer battery stewardship and collection program, is pleased to announce its annual battery collection data.
  • Call2Recycle, Inc. is a U.S.-based non-profit that works to advance battery collection and recycling in the U.S. through the support of battery and product manufacturers, consumers, and collection sites.
  • U.S. battery collections increased by 1.5% overall from 2022 with an increase of 11% for single-use battery collections, while rechargeable battery collections decreased by 2.8%.
  • Additionally, over 60,000 lbs of e-bike batteries were collected and recycled during the second year of the voluntary, industry-supported e-bike battery recycling program, powered by Call2Recycle and endorsed by PeopleForBikes .

Plug Highlights Year of Strategic Growth and Advancements in Accelerating the Green Hydrogen Economy

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Friday, March 1, 2024

With a steadfast commitment to advancing the green hydrogen economy, the Company has achieved significant progress in revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strategic investments aimed at promoting global sustainability and energy independence.

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  • With a steadfast commitment to advancing the green hydrogen economy, the Company has achieved significant progress in revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strategic investments aimed at promoting global sustainability and energy independence.
  • Plug also installed a 1 MW electrolyzer system at an Amazon fulfillment center, enabling on-site green hydrogen generation for use in material handling equipment.
  • Plug also added STEF as its first European pedestal customer, providing its complete green hydrogen ecosystem across two distribution centers in France and Spain.
  • Andy Marsh, CEO of Plug, shared: "This fiscal year has marked a pivotal period in our journey towards growth and sustainability within the hydrogen economy.

LIFX Unveils Full Range of Outdoor Lighting Products with Polychrome Technology for Brighter, More Vibrant Backyards Everywhere

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The new outdoor lighting products include the LIFX Smart String Light , the LIFX Smart Round Path Light , the LIFX Smart Square Path Light , the LIFX Smart Neon Flex Light , and the LIFX Smart Spot Light , which are set to transform outdoor spaces with versatility, energy efficiency and improve brightness levels.

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  • The new outdoor lighting products include the LIFX Smart String Light , the LIFX Smart Round Path Light , the LIFX Smart Square Path Light , the LIFX Smart Neon Flex Light , and the LIFX Smart Spot Light , which are set to transform outdoor spaces with versatility, energy efficiency and improve brightness levels.
  • The new outdoor products also have access to LIFX’s dynamic mobile app, available on iOS and Android, enabling users to effortlessly create captivating outdoor lighting scenes.
  • The new LIFX outdoor lighting portfolio includes:
    Ideal for creating inviting outdoor atmospheres, these weatherproof string lights offer customizable colors and effects to suit any occasion.
  • For more information about LIFX and its range of smart lighting solutions, visit LIFX.com .

S&B Completes Green Hydrogen Plant

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

S&B announces construction completion of the largest electrolytic liquid hydrogen production facility in the United States for Plug Power (Plug).

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  • S&B announces construction completion of the largest electrolytic liquid hydrogen production facility in the United States for Plug Power (Plug).
  • This project in Woodbine, Georgia, represents a milestone in producing green hydrogen, with the first successful tanker fill of liquid green hydrogen marking the start of the facility’s supply capabilities in February 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240306618065/en/
    Plug Power Inc.'s electrolytic liquid hydrogen production facility located in Woodbine, Georgia.
  • “This achievement underscores S&B’s capability to deliver sustainable energy solutions and stands as a significant contribution to the nation’s growing green hydrogen infrastructure,” said John Parker, S&B’s President and Chief Operating Officer.

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian Announces March’s All-Star Guest Lineup of Sustainability Innovators

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for March, featuring a who’s who of circularity, ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.

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  • Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for March, featuring a who’s who of circularity, ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.
  • The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI , the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.
  • Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accounts of how they are able to help make the world a better place on a daily basis.
  • “Our Impact Podcast roster of experts features leaders who work every day to help make our world a better place.

Arturo Taps Insurtech Titan Jeff Taylor as Chief Strategy Officer

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Arturo , the property intelligence company that delivers portfolio-wide underwriting, risk, claims and catastrophe-driven event insights, announces the appointment of Jeffrey Taylor as Chief Strategy Officer.

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  • Arturo , the property intelligence company that delivers portfolio-wide underwriting, risk, claims and catastrophe-driven event insights, announces the appointment of Jeffrey Taylor as Chief Strategy Officer.
  • Jeff has a tremendous track record and has led many transformational movements within insurtech.
  • We are thrilled to have him join our team and help lead Arturo into the future,” said Marty Smuin, CEO at Arturo.
  • Jeff recently served on the board of Vexcel Imaging and is active in several charitable organizations, including the Primary Children’s Hospital in Utah.

Bugs Be Gone! Zevo Gives You the Power of Two Traps in One With the New Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Today, Zevo announced the launch of Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap, the latest offering from the maker of the #1 Powered Flying Insect Trap in the U.S.,2 which provides the power of 2 traps in 1 device2 and is uniquely designed to catch more flying insects in more places3.

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  • Today, Zevo announced the launch of Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap, the latest offering from the maker of the #1 Powered Flying Insect Trap in the U.S.,2 which provides the power of 2 traps in 1 device2 and is uniquely designed to catch more flying insects in more places3.
  • Zevo is on a mission to banish your bugxiety and lighten your mental load, by preparing you to be bug ready for anything.
  • Zevo Max harnesses a blue and UV light system with two mess-free sticky cartridges, creating a unique 360 degree attract and capture design.
  • For more information, visit Zevo online or connect on Facebook and Instagram and show us how you #ZEVOit.

New Study: Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Bill a Win for Nation’s Top 5 Retailers, Loss for America’s Small Businesses

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The study also raises several serious questions related to fraud for both businesses and consumers.

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  • The study also raises several serious questions related to fraud for both businesses and consumers.
  • U.S. credit card networks currently offer liability protections against fraud for both consumers and merchants, but it is unclear if those same guaranteed protections would carry over to alternative networks.
  • The study concludes, “almost all of the CCCA transfers will accrue to the largest merchants, placing SMEs at an even steeper competitive disadvantage.
  • “The largest U.S. retailers would effectively receive a transfer of approximately $2.9 billion from issuers and cardholders impacted by the legislation.

BullBag Reusable Dumpsters Expands Operations in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Panhandle of Florida

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Friday, March 8, 2024

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BullBag, the premier provider of reusable dumpsters, proudly announces its recent expansion into the Florida Panhandle, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama regions.

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  • POMPANO BEACH, Fla., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BullBag, the premier provider of reusable dumpsters, proudly announces its recent expansion into the Florida Panhandle, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama regions.
  • Now available through Home Depot locations, BullBag offers residents and contractors an economical and accessible solution for waste disposal needs.
  • Unlike conventional metal dumpsters, BullBag's 8-yard reusable dumpsters offer a sustainable and efficient alternative for waste management.
  • "We are delighted to introduce BullBag's reusable dumpsters to Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Panhandle of Florida," said Paul DiSpazio, CEO of BullBag.