ESG

E.SUN Held ESG Initiative for the Third Time and Committed to Presenting “A Better Taiwan to the World”

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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E.SUN Bank’s "E.SUN ESG Initiative Event" was convened for the third consecutive year in Taipei, Taiwan.

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  • E.SUN Bank’s "E.SUN ESG Initiative Event" was convened for the third consecutive year in Taipei, Taiwan.
  • More than one hundred excellent companies enrolled the initiative to advocate for the implementation of net-zero target.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230927909980/en/
    President Tsai Ing-wen (front middle) attended "E.SUN ESG Initiative Event", more than one hundred excellent companies enrolled the initiative to advocate for the implementation of net-zero target.
  • President Tsai Ing-wen wrote down her blessing message “A better Taiwan to the World”, demonstrating her determination to accelerate the transition to net-zero.

EQS-News: MPC Capital acquires residential property ensemble in Berlin for ESG residential real estate fund

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Hamburg, September 28, 2023 - Asset and investment manager MPC Capital achieves another important milestone for its residential real estate fund and expands its leading role in the market for ESG real estate investments.

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  • Hamburg, September 28, 2023 - Asset and investment manager MPC Capital achieves another important milestone for its residential real estate fund and expands its leading role in the market for ESG real estate investments.
  • The Article 8 fund has acquired a new building complex in Berlin-Pankow that has successfully passed the ESG scoring model developed by MPC Capital for the fund.
  • Christoph J. Thumm, Managing Director Real Estate at MPC Capital: "The property in Berlin is the perfect new addition to our ESG fund portfolio - thanks to its high energy efficiency and central yet green location.
  • MPC Capital has been active as an asset and investment manager in the real estate sector for over 25 years.

Global IPO market: Investor appetite shifts from growth to value amid tighter liquidity

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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These and other findings are available in the EY Global IPO Trends Q3 2023 .

Key Points: 
  • These and other findings are available in the EY Global IPO Trends Q3 2023 .
  • In the past decade, IPO numbers and proceeds from emerging markets have both increased by more than 30%, primarily due to faster economic growth compared to developed countries.
  • Until this point of 2023, emerging markets accounted for 77% of the global share by number and 75% by value.
  • There hasn't been substantial growth in IPO debuts for artificial intelligence (AI) startups, but they are beginning to emerge in the IPO pipeline.

Global IPO market: Investor appetite shifts from growth to value amid tighter liquidity

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
SPAC, IPO, Optimism, EMEIA, YOY, Acquisition, Initial public offering, Artificial intelligence, Growth, ESG, AI, Health, Security (finance), Bank

These and other findings are available in the EY Global IPO Trends Q3 2023 .

Key Points: 
  • These and other findings are available in the EY Global IPO Trends Q3 2023 .
  • In the past decade, IPO numbers and proceeds from emerging markets have both increased by more than 30%, primarily due to faster economic growth compared to developed countries.
  • Until this point of 2023, emerging markets accounted for 77% of the global share by number and 75% by value.
  • There hasn't been substantial growth in IPO debuts for artificial intelligence (AI) startups, but they are beginning to emerge in the IPO pipeline.

Modulex Modular Buildings Plc Announces Submission of Registration Statement on Form S-4 Related to Proposed Merger with PHP Ventures Acquisition Corp.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The Registration Statement contains a preliminary proxy statement/prospectus in connection with the Business Combination.

Key Points: 
  • The Registration Statement contains a preliminary proxy statement/prospectus in connection with the Business Combination.
  • Modulex is currently building the world’s largest steel modular buildings factory in India, a MegaFactory™ to supply into the UK, EU, US, and Indian market.
  • On December 8, 2022, PHP entered into a definitive agreement for a business combination with Modulex (the “Business Combination Agreement”).
  • The transaction is subject to approval by PHP’s stockholders, the Registration Statement being declared effective by the SEC, and other customary closing conditions.

VIQ Solutions Announces Delisting from Nasdaq and Director Resignation

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The Company notified Nasdaq that it would not appeal Nasdaq’s delisting decision.

Key Points: 
  • The Company notified Nasdaq that it would not appeal Nasdaq’s delisting decision.
  • Nasdaq has notified the Company that trading of its common shares will be suspended as of the opening of business on October 5th, 2023.
  • VIQ also announces today that Harvey Gordon has resigned from the board of directors of the Company effective September 26, 2023.
  • The Company wishes him success and is appreciative of his contributions during his appointment as a director at VIQ.

The Owens & Minor Foundation Provides Update on ESG Initiatives and Teammate Engagement

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The Owens & Minor Foundation today shared its achievements over the past year in delivering on its efforts to help build healthier communities.

Key Points: 
  • The Owens & Minor Foundation today shared its achievements over the past year in delivering on its efforts to help build healthier communities.
  • In addition to program support, an important element of The Owens & Minor Foundation’s philanthropic efforts is providing Owens & Minor teammates with opportunities to engage and give back within their communities.
  • More information about Owens & Minor’s ESG commitments can be found in the 2022 ESG Report released earlier this year.
  • For more information about The Owens & Minor Foundation, visit: www.owens-minor.com/about/the-owens-minor-foundation/ .

ERI’s Carol DeBellis Describes the Role of ESG in Company Culture at the CHRO/CLO Summit

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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In her talk, titled “Increasing Engagement through Significant ESG Performance,” DeBellis took center stage to share her expertise on how leveraging ESG performance can bring together the company’s strategy and employees to meet stakeholder expectations.

Key Points: 
  • In her talk, titled “Increasing Engagement through Significant ESG Performance,” DeBellis took center stage to share her expertise on how leveraging ESG performance can bring together the company’s strategy and employees to meet stakeholder expectations.
  • She shared easy-to-implement steps businesses can take to integrate ESG into their company culture to create a more sustainable business model, by describing ERI's own experience increasing employee engagement in alignment with the company’s ESG initiatives.
  • “We’re grateful to have our own Carol DeBellis be invited by the prestigious CHRO / CLO conference to share our experiences with colleagues from likeminded organizations,” said ERI Chairman/CEO John Shegerian.
  • Communication and education are vital if we are to work together to create solutions that protect our people and planet.

QIAGEN reports progress toward achieving Environmental, Social and Governance goals in 2022 Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The company has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, using 2020 as the base year.

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  • The company has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, using 2020 as the base year.
  • QIAGEN also surpassed its target for a 9% reduction in plastic usage, achieving a 16.5% decrease.
  • QIAGEN introduced measures in 2022 to ensure that its products are used ethically in accordance with its Human Rights Policy.
  • QIAGEN has been recognized for its ongoing commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices with a recent ESG rating upgrade from ISS-ESG.

Reynolds Consumer Products Welcomes Christine Montenegro McGrath to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Reynolds Consumer Products Inc. (Nasdaq: REYN) (the “Company”) announces that Christine Montenegro McGrath has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective as of September 25, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Reynolds Consumer Products Inc. (Nasdaq: REYN) (the “Company”) announces that Christine Montenegro McGrath has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective as of September 25, 2023.
  • Ms. McGrath will serve on the Company’s Audit Committee and brings extensive experience in sustainability and expertise in the consumer products industry.
  • “We are very pleased to welcome Christine to our board,” said Richard Noll, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Reynolds Consumer Products.
  • “We value her experience as a collaborative leader within the consumer products industry, which includes her deep strategic management and marketing expertise.