Corporate social responsibility

Winnebago Industries 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report Showcases the Company’s Progress and Positive Impact on its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Initiatives

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, has published its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report highlighting the company’s progress efforts to build a sustainable and equitable future.

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  • EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, has published its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report highlighting the company’s progress efforts to build a sustainable and equitable future.
  • Highlights of Winnebago Industries’ progress include:
    Submitting the company's first CDP Climate Change Questionnaire, representing another large step toward enhancing their climate-related disclosures.
  • Provided more than $3 million in financial, product and volunteer contributions to the communities Winnebago Industries serves in FY 2023.
  • “While these priorities continue to be relevant to our business, we also recognize that as our footprint expands, so does our responsibility.

National Cannabis Roundtable Releases Inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Cannabis Roundtable (NCR) is proud to announce the release of its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report for 2022-2023 , titled: “ Better Tomorrow Than Today .” This comprehensive report highlights the collective efforts of NCR and its member companies to create positive impact in the cannabis industry and the communities they serve in the areas of criminal justice reform, equity in business opportunity, workforce utilization, and health disparities.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Cannabis Roundtable (NCR) is proud to announce the release of its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report for 2022-2023 , titled: “ Better Tomorrow Than Today .” This comprehensive report highlights the collective efforts of NCR and its member companies to create positive impact in the cannabis industry and the communities they serve in the areas of criminal justice reform, equity in business opportunity, workforce utilization, and health disparities.
  • "We named this report ‘Better Tomorrow Than Today’ to not only celebrate the great work of our members, but to serve as an acknowledgment of the existing gaps within the U.S. cannabis market and our concentrated efforts to address these challenges,” said Saphira Galoob, Executive Director of the National Cannabis Roundtable.
  • “Looking ahead, we will continue to create initiatives and programs to contribute to the overall growth of the industry.
  • Verano: Launched its Round Up for Cannabis Reform dispensary donation program benefitting The Weldon Project’s MISSION [GREEN] and the non-profit organization’s advocacy for cannabis- related criminal justice reform.

Pangea Releases Annual Report + Advanced Products

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Monday, December 11, 2023

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Dec. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pangea, automotive leather supplier, announces the launch of their second sustainability report , key progress, and a line of advanced products.

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  • ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Dec. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pangea, automotive leather supplier, announces the launch of their second sustainability report , key progress, and a line of advanced products.
  • Much of the 2022 report highlights sustainability roadmap achievements that started with the company’s first Sustainability Report covering 2021 activities.
  • In addition to announcing their 2nd annual report, Pangea releases a line of Advanced Products for its automotive customers.
  • Inspired by the natural world, Pangea’s Advanced Products are the perfect canvas to create unique luxury interiors.

AIAG Announces New Initiative to Identify and Address Forced Labor Compliance Risks in the Supply Chain

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Buyers, compliance and risk managers, and others are also expected to have a deep understanding of their extended supply chain from component to raw material, an approach to supply chain mapping, and structured reporting supported by verified evidence, readily available.

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  • Buyers, compliance and risk managers, and others are also expected to have a deep understanding of their extended supply chain from component to raw material, an approach to supply chain mapping, and structured reporting supported by verified evidence, readily available.
  • AIAG Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Supply Chain Products and Services, Tanya Bolden explains: “With the recognition that preparedness is paramount to mitigating supply chain disruptions, AIAG is uniquely positioned to become a leading supply chain organization to advance industry compliance.
  • This tool – which enables companies to map their supply chain, and provides a timely process to respond to forced labor concerns or detainments with evidence of compliance – represents just one of several AIAG Preferred Providers that will be featured on the new AIAG webpage.
  • NQC Chief Executive Officer Charles Morrison states: “NQC is proud to have been selected as an AIAG Preferred Provider and to partner with AIAG in this important initiative addressing the critical challenges of forced labor and human rights in the global supply chain.

Tingo Group’s Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Recognized with SERAS Africa CSR / Sustainability Awards Nominations

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tingo Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: TIO) (“Tingo” or the “Company”), a profitable, multi-national fintech, agri-fintech, food processing and commodity trading company, today announced that its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability efforts have been recognized through its nomination as a finalist in five categories at the 17th annual SERAS Africa CSR & Sustainability Awards.

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  • MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tingo Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: TIO) (“Tingo” or the “Company”), a profitable, multi-national fintech, agri-fintech, food processing and commodity trading company, today announced that its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability efforts have been recognized through its nomination as a finalist in five categories at the 17th annual SERAS Africa CSR & Sustainability Awards.
  • The SERAS, standing for Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards, are regarded as the gold-standard and first and foremost accolade for corporate social responsibility and sustainability in Africa.
  • Tingo has been nominated for five award categories, including Best Company in Food Security, Poverty Reduction, Outstanding New Entry, Stakeholder Engagement, and Use of Storytelling/Communications.
  • We thank SERAS for the nominations and look forward to receiving news of the final awards.”
    For more information about the awards, visit www.theseras.com .

Coalition of Leading U.S. Companies Reveals Joint Progress to Combat HIV Epidemic on Eve of World AIDS Day

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.

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  • Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.
  • Forty businesses, anchored by several major employers and brands, have joined forces as part of U.S. Business Action to End HIV , a coalition of companies committed to ending the HIV epidemic in the U.S.
  • We are honored to do our part,” said Kevin Host, Senior Vice President of Pharmacy Operations at Walmart.
  • Over 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV, with nearly 35,000 new infections each year.

Linklogis Was Recognized as Best Supply Chain Finance Technology Provider in China

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Friday, November 24, 2023

With cutting-edge technological capabilities, exceptional service experience, and longstanding impact on the market, Linklogis stood out in the selection and was awarded the “Best Supply Chain Finance Technology Provider China 2023”.

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  • With cutting-edge technological capabilities, exceptional service experience, and longstanding impact on the market, Linklogis stood out in the selection and was awarded the “Best Supply Chain Finance Technology Provider China 2023”.
  • Linklogis’ recognition as the the “Best Supply Chain Finance Technology Provider China 2023” by the 2023 Global Banking & Finance Awards showcases the industry-wide recognition of Linklogis’ achievements in the field of supply chain finance technology, as well as its leading position as a technology-driven market leader, excelling in both technological capabilities and operational services.
  • Linklogis was founded in Shenzhen in 2016 and was the first SaaS supply chain finance technology company in China that was successfully listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in April 2021.
  • Besides, Linklogis is also the only supply chain finance technology company in China that has developed a complete global business layout.

Cerro de Pasco Resources closes first tranche of $1.8M equity financing, provides update on Land Easement Application Process for Quiulacocha Tailings

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Monday, November 20, 2023

MONTRÉAL, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (CSE:CDPR) (OTCPK: GPPRF) (FRA: N8HP) (“CDPR” or the “Company”) has closed a first Tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement, for total aggregate gross proceeds of $ 1,772,000 (the "Offering").

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  • Having confirmed AMSAC’s rejection of a voluntary land easement, DGM endorsed the initiation of a Legal (or “Forced”) Easement process.
  • The process recognizes that CDPR owns an irrevocable and indefinite right to explore and exploit the El Metalurgista concession, covering the Quiulacocha Tailings.
  • The Quiulacocha tailings deposit (4,300 masl) covers approximately 115 hectares with tailings deposited in the Quiulacocha Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) from the early 1920´s to 1992.
  • The tailings stored in the TSF, comprised of processing residues, come from the Cerro de Pasco open pit and underground mine.

Children welfare groups receive donation from PCI Powerhouse Fund

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Friday, December 22, 2023

In keeping with its commitment to give back to the community, industry leader Postal Center International (PCI) contributed from its PCI Powerhouse Fund to three deserving South Florida-based organizations dedicated to children and youth welfare on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

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  • In keeping with its commitment to give back to the community, industry leader Postal Center International (PCI) contributed from its PCI Powerhouse Fund to three deserving South Florida-based organizations dedicated to children and youth welfare on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.
  • The check was part of a donation from the PCI Powerhouse Fund to several South Florida-based children's welfare organizations.
  • “Taylor's Closet is honored to receive support from the PCI Powerhouse Fund.
  • Established in December 2022, The PCI Powerhouse Fund is focused on youth wellness and education.

Apple Hospitality REIT Publishes Annual Corporate Responsibility Report

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today published its annual Corporate Responsibility Report, which details the Company’s environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) performance, strategy and initiatives and features its commitment to environmental sustainability, corporate employees, hotel associates and guests, communities, and other stakeholders.

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  • Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today published its annual Corporate Responsibility Report, which details the Company’s environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) performance, strategy and initiatives and features its commitment to environmental sustainability, corporate employees, hotel associates and guests, communities, and other stakeholders.
  • “Apple Hospitality has always worked to uphold high ESG standards and believes these key areas of focus are an integral part of driving long-term value for our shareholders,” said Justin Knight, Chief Executive Officer of Apple Hospitality.
  • We are proud to highlight our initiatives and progress in this year’s Corporate Responsibility Report and look forward to providing additional updates on our ESG-related efforts over time.”
    The Company’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report utilizes both the Global Reporting Initiative (“GRI”) Standards and Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”) to provide a comprehensive overview of the Company’s corporate responsibility performance and climate-related risk management.
  • The Company’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report and other ESG-related materials can be found on the Company’s website at https://applehospitalityreit.com/corporate-responsibility/ .