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Expanding America's EV Charging Accessibility, XCharge North America Establish U.S. Manufacturing Facility in San Marcos, Texas

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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SAN MARCOS, Texas, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XCharge North America (NA) is establishing a manufacturing facility in the City of Kyle dedicated to researching, developing, distributing, and providing services for its core EV charging solutions. The 3,500 sq feet facility in the Greater San Marcos area of Texas is used for providing localized EV charging solutions, with a focus on product innovation that addresses U.S. energy grid obstacles, to supply solutions that mirror the U.S. demand for EV transportation.

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    SAN MARCOS, Texas, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XCharge North America (NA) is establishing a manufacturing facility in the City of Kyle dedicated to researching, developing, distributing, and providing services for its core EV charging solutions.
  • XCharge NA has been working with Greater San Marcos and developing its 3,500-square-foot facility for over a year.
  • The facility is dedicated to XCharge NA's technical business aspects, with plans to expand facilities to approximately 20,0000 sq.
  • XCharge North America is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) that specializes in innovating Level-3 EV chargers and energy storage devices.

New Redaptive ONE Platform Simplifies Building Energy Management and ESG Reporting

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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DENVER, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Energy-as-a-Service leader Redaptive announced a new digital platform that tracks and analyzes building energy use data to provide actionable insights for facility managers and energy and sustainability professionals. The solution, titled Redaptive ONE, assesses building performance, simplifies sustainability reporting, and helps to maximize energy savings.

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  • Smart energy meters combined with a central data dashboard provide detailed insight into building energy consumption, empowering users to achieve energy savings and sustainability goals.
  • DENVER, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Energy-as-a-Service leader Redaptive announced a new digital platform that tracks and analyzes building energy use data to provide actionable insights for facility managers and energy and sustainability professionals.
  • The solution, titled Redaptive ONE, assesses building performance, simplifies sustainability reporting, and helps to maximize energy savings.
  • The Redaptive ONE platform was implemented at scale across 18 locations, managed by WPT Capital Advisors, in only five months.

Lectron Empowers EV Drivers with Two New Portable Chargers: Introducing the Lectron Level 1 and Level 2 EV Chargers

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lectron, a leading provider of home and portable electric vehicle ("EV") charging solutions, introduces two new portable chargers: the Lectron Level 1 EV Charger and the Level 2 EV Charger.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lectron, a leading provider of home and portable electric vehicle ("EV") charging solutions, introduces two new portable chargers: the Lectron Level 1 EV Charger and the Level 2 EV Charger.
  • Through world-class manufacturing and relentless innovation, Lectron continues to offer the most affordable and safest high-performance portable EV chargers on the market.
  • Lectron Level 1 and Level 2 chargers meet the highest industry standards for safety and energy efficiency, holding certifications from FCC and Energy Star.
  • The new Lectron Level 1 and Level 2 EV Chargers are available for purchase on the Official Lectron Store and through select retailers.

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Issues Latest ESG Report

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC. (NYSE: AVB) announced the release of its twelfth annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report , summarizing the Company’s ESG accomplishments and activities for calendar year 2022 and highlighting progress towards its long-term ESG goals.

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  • AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC. (NYSE: AVB) announced the release of its twelfth annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report , summarizing the Company’s ESG accomplishments and activities for calendar year 2022 and highlighting progress towards its long-term ESG goals.
  • “At AvalonBay, we believe that our focus on strong environmental, social and governance practices is essential to fulfilling our purpose of creating a better way to live and driving our long-term success,” said Benjamin W. Schall, CEO and President of AvalonBay.
  • Additionally, AvalonBay was the only multifamily REIT to make the Forbes Top 100 List of Net Zero Leaders .
  • Katie Rothenberg, Vice President of ESG, stated, “Transparency leads the way to transformation.

Applied UV Issues Letter to Shareholders

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, NY, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Applied UV, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUVI), a top Smart Buildings Technologies provider (including food security), announces shareholder letter.

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  • NEW YORK, NY, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Applied UV, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUVI), a top Smart Buildings Technologies provider (including food security), announces shareholder letter.
  • Our Healthy Building Technologies Division has seen significant growth, thanks to the successful acquisition of PURO and LED Supply Co.
  • This integration of product lines has allowed Applied UV to offer comprehensive solutions to its hospitality clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving revenue growth.
  • While the microcap stock space has faced significant challenges over the past year, Applied UV stands on solid ground.

Liberty Military Housing Invests Over $120 Million in Significant Upgrades to Military Communities in the Mid-Atlantic

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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Virginia Beach, VA, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Military Housing (Liberty), the first employee-owned military housing provider in the country and the largest in the multifamily industry, has initiated over $120 million of renovations, upgrades and redevelopment to 12 military housing communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.

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  • Virginia Beach, VA, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Military Housing (Liberty), the first employee-owned military housing provider in the country and the largest in the multifamily industry, has initiated over $120 million of renovations, upgrades and redevelopment to 12 military housing communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.
  • “At Liberty, our mission is to provide quality and safe housing for our military members and their families in vibrant communities,” stated Philip J. Rizzo, CEO, Liberty Military Housing.
  • “Through its investment in communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Liberty Military Housing continues to demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to military families,” says Rear Admiral Christopher S. Gray, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic.
  • For more information about Liberty Military Housing and the ongoing efforts to improve military housing, please visit livelmh.com .

Mill Creek Announces Start of Preleasing at Modera Morrison

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Morrison, a luxury mixed-use community situated in Portland's emerging Central Eastside. 

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mill Creek Residential , a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced the start of preleasing at Modera Morrison , a luxury mixed-use community situated in Portland's emerging Central Eastside.
  • "We look forward to welcoming our first residents to Modera Morrison and are eager to offer a genuinely unique living experience in one of the hippest subdistricts in the country."
  • Situated at 1120 SE Morrison Street, Modera Morrison is a seven-story podium structure that has been built to and is pursuing LEED Silver certification standards.
  • Modera Morrison offers studio, one-, two- and three- bedroom apartment homes with private balconies and den layouts available.

UMH PROPERTIES, INC. OBTAINS AN INDEPENDENT SECOND-PARTY OPINION FROM SUSTAINALYTICS

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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FREEHOLD, NJ, June 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UMH Properties, Inc. (NYSE: UMH) (TASE: UMH) is pleased to announce that it has obtained an independent second-party opinion (SPO) from Sustainalytics on UMH’s April 2023 Sustainable Finance Framework.

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  • FREEHOLD, NJ, June 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UMH Properties, Inc. (NYSE: UMH) (TASE: UMH) is pleased to announce that it has obtained an independent second-party opinion (SPO) from Sustainalytics on UMH’s April 2023 Sustainable Finance Framework.
  • Sustainalytics also approved the Company's energy-saving initiatives, water conservation efforts, and its purchases of EnergyStar manufactured homes.
  • Samuel A. Landy, UMH’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented “Sustainalytics' favorable opinion is a testament to the Company's business plan and its hardworking staff.
  • UMH also has an ownership interest in and operates two communities in Florida, containing 363 sites, through its joint venture with Nuveen Real Estate.

Standing seam metal roofing helps to cool your home the most, a study from Bob Behrends Roofing, LLC, finds

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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GREELEY, Colo., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Every year, Coloradans read headlines regarding record-breaking temperatures. And, every year, more and more folks are searching for ways to make their home as energy efficient as possible. Part of that search, includes a cool roof. That is, a roof that helps to cool your home during the hot summer months.

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  • That is, a roof that helps to cool your home during the hot summer months.
  • Clay tiles offer better solar reflectivity at .43, although this isn't nearly as good as sheet metal roofing.
  • Sheet metal roofing, such as standing seam and corrugated/PBC does the best at cooling your home.
  • In addition to sheet metal roofing, we also offer stone-coated metal shingles.

Maxeon Solar Technologies and Samsung Join Forces on Smart Home Energy Management Solutions

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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SINGAPORE, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MAXN) ("Maxeon" or the "Company"), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, today announced a collaboration with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. to integrate Maxeon's SunPower One residential energy solution within SmartThings' connected home platform.

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  • SINGAPORE, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MAXN) ("Maxeon" or the "Company"), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, today announced a collaboration with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. to integrate Maxeon's SunPower One residential energy solution within SmartThings' connected home platform.
  • This integration is intended to enable homeowners to increase their energy independence, save money, and contribute to a cleaner environment.
  • The parties have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) and the initial plan is to connect Maxeon's SunPower One ecosystem of clean energy products and services with SmartThings Energy, a home energy solution within the SmartThings app.
  • SmartThings is the first mass-market Smart Home Energy Management System (SHEMS) to earn Energy Star certification, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability.