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PRIVATE SECTOR PURSUIT OF A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: THE GROWTH STORY OF OUR TIME

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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LONDON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating the important role the private sector plays in driving a more sustainable economy, the Sustainable Markets Initiative today published its 2023 Impact Report, The Growth Story of Our Time.

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  • https://www.sustainable-markets.org/news/as-strategic-partner-for-cop28-...
    Brian Moynihan, Chair and CEO of Bank of America, and Chair of the Sustainable Markets Initiative said:
    "The private sector has the capital, the talent, and the ingenuity to drive a more sustainable business infrastructure.
  • We accelerated progress through cross-Task Force collaboration, helping Sustainable Markets Initiative CEOs develop solutions and scale not achievable by one industry alone.
  • Jennifer Jordan-Saifi, CEO of the Sustainable Markets Initiative said:
    "The private sector has emerged as the vanguard of the new era – one where profitability and the global public good are not mutually exclusive.
  • Founded by His Majesty King Charles III in 2020, as the Prince of Wales, the Sustainable Markets Initiative has become the world's 'go-to' private sector organisation on transition.

PRIVATE SECTOR PURSUIT OF A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: THE GROWTH STORY OF OUR TIME

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Climate, United Nations, Council, Telecom, Report, Partnership, Business, Nature, COP28, Blended finance, State visit, Bank of America, COP, Private sector, Majesty, Public sector, Sustainability, Liberal arts college, Chair, Growth, International financial institutions, Nationally determined contribution, Heart, Region, Royal college, Market, Tourism

LONDON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating the important role the private sector plays in driving a more sustainable economy, the Sustainable Markets Initiative today published its 2023 Impact Report, The Growth Story of Our Time.

Key Points: 
  • https://www.sustainable-markets.org/news/as-strategic-partner-for-cop28-...
    Brian Moynihan, Chair and CEO of Bank of America, and Chair of the Sustainable Markets Initiative said:
    "The private sector has the capital, the talent, and the ingenuity to drive a more sustainable business infrastructure.
  • We accelerated progress through cross-Task Force collaboration, helping Sustainable Markets Initiative CEOs develop solutions and scale not achievable by one industry alone.
  • Jennifer Jordan-Saifi, CEO of the Sustainable Markets Initiative said:
    "The private sector has emerged as the vanguard of the new era – one where profitability and the global public good are not mutually exclusive.
  • Founded by His Majesty King Charles III in 2020, as the Prince of Wales, the Sustainable Markets Initiative has become the world's 'go-to' private sector organisation on transition.

DePauw University Board of Trustees Extends President White's Contract

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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GREENCASTLE, Ind., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The DePauw University Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to extend President Lori S. White's contract through June 30, 2028.

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  • GREENCASTLE, Ind., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The DePauw University Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to extend President Lori S. White's contract through June 30, 2028.
  • "The Board of Trustees has the highest confidence in President White, who has demonstrated exemplary leadership since she joined DePauw," said Douglas I. Smith, DePauw board chair.
  • President White joined DePauw from Washington University in St. Louis, where she was vice chancellor for student affairs.
  • Before joining Washington University in 2015, she was vice president for student affairs and clinical professor of education at Southern Methodist University; associate vice president for student affairs at the University of Southern California; associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students at San Diego State University; and assistant vice provost for undergraduate education and director of undergraduate advising at Stanford University.

Renowned Apple Industrial Designer Peter Russell-Clarke Joins Vast as Advisor

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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Vast , a pioneer in space habitation technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Russell-Clarke as an Industrial Design Advisor.

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  • Vast , a pioneer in space habitation technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Russell-Clarke as an Industrial Design Advisor.
  • Mr. Russell-Clarke is an industrial designer and educator, renowned for his design work at Apple.
  • Over his nearly 20-year tenure at Apple, Russell-Clarke was instrumental in the design of iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches, as well as the Apple Park headquarters and consumer stores.
  • He has been named in well over 1,000 Apple patents including the iMac, iPod Nano, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air.

AS STRATEGIC PARTNER FOR COP28 BUSINESS AND PHILANTHROPY CLIMATE FORUM, SUSTAINABLE MARKETS INITIATIVE EXPANDS FOCUS ON INDUSTRY TRANSITION WITH GLOBAL LEADERS TO ALIGN INDUSTRY, FINANCE, AND COUNTRY ROADMAPS

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sustainable Markets Initiative, the Strategic Partner to the COP28 Business and Philanthropy Climate Forum (BPCF) helped convene more than a 1,000 CEOs, global leaders, and philanthropists from over 80 countries. The Forum was led by the COP28 Presidency of the United Arab Emirates and held alongside the World Climate Action Summit.

Key Points: 
  • The COP28 Business and Philanthropy Climate Forum shared the private sector's progress and released its Purpose Statement and aims for COP29.
  • "The Sustainable Markets Initiative, as a private sector led organisation, has transformed how the global business community convenes at world events like COP28.
  • Country Engagement : The Sustainable Markets Initiative established a new regional council in Africa , and its China Council launched a Health Working Group .
  • Sustainable Markets Initiative Showcase: At COP28, the Sustainable Markets Initiative member companies and partners showcased recent demonstrations of progress through a digital storytelling series that highlighted sustainable transition projects, investment, and business activities across the globe.

AS STRATEGIC PARTNER FOR COP28 BUSINESS AND PHILANTHROPY CLIMATE FORUM, SUSTAINABLE MARKETS INITIATIVE EXPANDS FOCUS ON INDUSTRY TRANSITION WITH GLOBAL LEADERS TO ALIGN INDUSTRY, FINANCE, AND COUNTRY ROADMAPS

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Carbon, Nature, Climate change, Investment, State, Patient, Built environment, BSI, Growth, Electricity, Business, Bank of America, Government, NHS England, Chair, Task, Climate, Blended finance, Mining, Partnership, Built, Socially responsible investing, Forum, Life-cycle assessment, Climate change mitigation, Innovation, LCA, COP29, Language, Student, Insurance, Farmer, Liberal arts college, Majesty, Motion, Policy, COP28, Royal college, MEP, Private sector, Fellow, City, Seal, Task force, PEG, Tourism, Renewable energy, Cryptocurrency, Telecommunications, Bain

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sustainable Markets Initiative, the Strategic Partner to the COP28 Business and Philanthropy Climate Forum (BPCF) helped convene more than a 1,000 CEOs, global leaders, and philanthropists from over 80 countries. The Forum was led by the COP28 Presidency of the United Arab Emirates and held alongside the World Climate Action Summit.

Key Points: 
  • The COP28 Business and Philanthropy Climate Forum shared the private sector's progress and released its Purpose Statement and aims for COP29.
  • "The Sustainable Markets Initiative, as a private sector led organisation, has transformed how the global business community convenes at world events like COP28.
  • Country Engagement : The Sustainable Markets Initiative established a new regional council in Africa , and its China Council launched a Health Working Group .
  • Sustainable Markets Initiative Showcase: At COP28, the Sustainable Markets Initiative member companies and partners showcased recent demonstrations of progress through a digital storytelling series that highlighted sustainable transition projects, investment, and business activities across the globe.

LAST CHANCE: ONLY SIX DAYS LEFT TO GET YOUR HANDS ON AN ICONIC PIECE OF DISNEY STORYTELLING IN SUPPORT OF MAKE-A-WISH®

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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BURBANK, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the next six days, fans around the world can bid on 100 unique items, artworks and experiences donated by some of the world's most notable creators and next generation visionaries to celebrate 100 years of storytelling. Each item is inspired by the creator's personal connection to stories and characters across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and 20th Century Studios. The auction is currently running across 18 countries until Monday October 30, 2023, benefiting Make-A-Wish.  Virgil Abloh Securities kicked off the campaign in July by revealing a 6-foot structural sculpture of Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey at the Royal College of Art in London. The life-size piece titled 'Structural Sorcerer — a Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey Sculpture' was commissioned by Disney and designed by ALASKA ALASKA. Since then, Create 100 has continued to unveil a dazzling slate of items and experiences created by some of the most prolific creators of today.

Key Points: 
  • Each item is inspired by the creator's personal connection to stories and characters across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and 20th Century Studios.
  • The auction is currently running across 18 countries until Monday October 30, 2023, benefiting Make-A-Wish.
  • The life-size piece titled 'Structural Sorcerer — a Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey Sculpture' was commissioned by Disney and designed by ALASKA ALASKA.
  • To explore the auction lineup and place a bid, visit https://us.disneycreate100.givergy.com/us/ and to access high-res assets, visit here.

Fashion X AI: Uncover the Secrets of AI and Design in AiDLab's Cutting-edge MOOC

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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This comprehensive course, which seamlessly merges AI and fashion design, aims to foster the marriage of creative vision and cutting-edge technology within the industry.

Key Points: 
  • This comprehensive course, which seamlessly merges AI and fashion design, aims to foster the marriage of creative vision and cutting-edge technology within the industry.
  • Throughout this online course, our esteemed instructors will share their extensive experience in the field of AI and fashion design, guiding participants to grasp the fundamental knowledge of AI in the context of fashion innovation.
  • This course welcomes individuals with no prior experience in fashion design or technology, allowing them to gain a solid foundation in the fashion industry and its innovative practices.
  • Our mission is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the field of AI and design, applying technology to fashion design and innovation.

Disney Launches Global Create 100 Campaign to Celebrate Creativity and Support Make-A-Wish With $1 Million Donation

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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Today marks the launch of Create 100 , a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling.

Key Points: 
  • Today marks the launch of Create 100 , a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling.
  • To begin, Disney is commemorating the launch with a $1 million donation to Make-A-Wish to support the granting of life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
  • The life-size piece titled ‘Structural Sorcerer — a Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Sculpture’ was commissioned by Disney and designed by ALASKA ALASKA.
  • The life-changing wishes include shopping sprees, studio visits, theme park and resort vacations, cruises, talent meet-and-greets, sports-themed experiences and more.

DIY toilet kit and innovative app for community water maintenance are among a score of new Design for Good solutions aimed at improving millions of lives

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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The most recent DfG collaboration focuses on clean water and sanitation (SDG#6) - billions of people live without safely managed drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services, which are critical for protecting human health.

Key Points: 
  • The most recent DfG collaboration focuses on clean water and sanitation (SDG#6) - billions of people live without safely managed drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services, which are critical for protecting human health.
  • DfG will now work with more than 10 development organisations and innovation partners on sustainably implementing and scaling the solutions.
  • The event aims to mobilise action across countries, sectors and stakeholders to meet global water- and sanitation-related goals and targets.
  • DfG aims to directly harness the creative talent of thousands of designers to design, develop and deliver products and services to improve the lives of millions.