Sustainable products

Trex Awarded Three Prestigious Accolades for Sustainability

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Trex was recognized for its commitment to manufacturing sustainably made, wood-alternative decking, using 95% recycled and reclaimed materials.

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  • Trex was recognized for its commitment to manufacturing sustainably made, wood-alternative decking, using 95% recycled and reclaimed materials.
  • Rounding out a sustainability trifecta, Trex was named one of the 100 Best ESG Companies for 2023 by Investor’s Business Daily (IBD).
  • Trex was selected from more than 6,000 global companies based on its high composite score for ESG sustainability.
  • Trex’s newest decking offering, Trex Signature® , also earned recognition for its beauty, performance and sustainability.

Stericycle Named a Green Company of the Year by BIG Awards for Business

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Monday, December 11, 2023

BANNOCKBURN, Ill., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL), a leading provider of regulated medical waste management and secure information destruction solutions, announced today that it has been recognized as a 2023 Green Company of the Year by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG). Stericycle was honored for its holistic approach to sustainability through its container portfolio enhancements, operational efficiencies and strategic partnerships.

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  • Stericycle was honored for its holistic approach to sustainability through its container portfolio enhancements, operational efficiencies and strategic partnerships.
  • The BIG Awards for Business recognize companies and their products, people and tactics, which are helping reduce impact on the environment.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized as a Green Company of the Year for our environmental and sustainability efforts," said Cindy J. Miller, president and chief executive officer at Stericycle.
  • In 2020, BIG named Stericycle an Enterprise Company of the Year for its efforts to safely and responsibly dispose of COVID-19 related medical waste.

Geotab Celebrates a Trio of Accolades Spanning Innovation, Sustainability and Growth

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

("Geotab"), a global leader in connected transportation solutions, has been honoured with a number of awards and accolades this past month, in recognition of its efforts in product innovation, sustainability commitments, and continued growth.

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  • ("Geotab"), a global leader in connected transportation solutions, has been honoured with a number of awards and accolades this past month, in recognition of its efforts in product innovation, sustainability commitments, and continued growth.
  • As more companies set climate targets and begin reporting on their emissions and fleet sustainability, having access to quality data intelligence is essential.
  • Geotab's sustainable fleet solutions help companies manage their fuel use and emissions, streamline EV adoption, and measure their progress towards their sustainability goals.
  • Geotab was named a recipient of a Bronze Medal from EcoVadis, the global standard for business sustainability ratings that has rated more than 100,000 companies globally.

Stem’s Athena® Named a 2023 Sustainability Product of the Year by Business Intelligence Group

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Stem (NYSE: STEM), a global leader in AI-driven clean energy solutions and services, announced that its Athena® platform has been named a Sustainability Product of the Year as part of the Business Intelligence Group’s 2023 Sustainability Awards.

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  • Stem (NYSE: STEM), a global leader in AI-driven clean energy solutions and services, announced that its Athena® platform has been named a Sustainability Product of the Year as part of the Business Intelligence Group’s 2023 Sustainability Awards.
  • The awards honor products designed to help companies improve their sustainability efforts, as well as the people, initiatives, and organizations that have made sustainability an integral part of their business practices.
  • Athena helps enable organizations to increase adoption of renewable energy assets, and progress toward their decarbonization goals.
  • “As a leader at the center of the clean energy transition, Stem is proud to receive a Sustainability Product of the Year award from Business Intelligence Group,” said Larsh Johnson, Chief Technology Officer at Stem.

Geotab® Wins Four Stevie® Awards in 2023 International Business Awards®

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Friday, August 18, 2023

Continued growth, sustainability leadership and innovation recognized with Gold for Company of the Year - Transportation - Large and three Bronze awards.

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  • Continued growth, sustainability leadership and innovation recognized with Gold for Company of the Year - Transportation - Large and three Bronze awards.
  • Geotab's sustainable fleet solutions help companies manage their fuel use and emissions, streamline EV adoption and measure their progress towards their sustainability goals.
  • The International Business Awards are the world's premier business awards program.
  • We congratulate them on their recognized achievements, and look forward to celebrating them on stage in Rome on 13 October."

Trex Company Named a 2023 Eco-Leader by Green Builder Media

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

WINCHESTER, Va., Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and railing, has been named a 2023 Eco-Leader , the highest honor awarded by Green Builder Media, North America’s leading media group focused on green building and responsible growth.

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  • WINCHESTER, Va., Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and railing, has been named a 2023 Eco-Leader , the highest honor awarded by Green Builder Media, North America’s leading media group focused on green building and responsible growth.
  • “Our Eco-Leaders program recognizes corporations that are confronting environmental challenges by creating innovative solutions for product development, manufacturing, supply chain management, community engagement, and reducing their environmental footprint,” said Craig Coale, publisher of Green Builder Media.
  • Additionally, the brand’s newly launched Trex Transcend ® Lineage™ decking line was recognized by the Green Builder editorial staff among the 50 most Sustainable Products of the Year .
  • Trex and the other 2023 Eco Leaders are highlighted in the July/August issue of Green Builder magazine .

Lion Brand Yarn Announces 145th Anniversary Celebration

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

LYNDHURST, N.J., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lion Brand Yarn Company, a leading global marketer and distributor of knitting and craft yarn and a fifth-generation, family-owned business, is proudly celebrating its milestone 145-year anniversary. Founded in 1878, Lion Brand has been at the forefront of the American crafting community throughout its long history, evolving and connecting with consumers through numerous cultural shifts, including recently developing fully sustainable products and partnering with nonprofit organizations that promote mental health and work to combat discrimination.

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  • LYNDHURST, N.J., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lion Brand Yarn Company, a leading global marketer and distributor of knitting and craft yarn and a fifth-generation, family-owned business, is proudly celebrating its milestone 145-year anniversary.
  • "Few creative mediums have proven their longevity and adaptability across cultures and trends throughout the years as much as the fiber arts, and Lion Brand Yarn is proud to have been at the forefront of this wonderful, inclusive community since 1878," said Adam Blumenthal, President, CEO and fifth-generation family member of Lion Brand Yarn.
  • Lion Brand Yarn's history and resilience are significant: The brand was founded before the automobile, motion pictures, the Hershey Bar and Coca-Cola.
  • In 1981, Lion Brand introduced Jamie Yarn, the first yarn line with a photo on the label.

The AZEK Company Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

The AZEK Company Inc. (NYSE: AZEK) ("AZEK" or the “Company”), the industry-leading manufacturer of beautiful, low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products, including TimberTech® decking and railing, Versatex® and AZEK® Trim and StruXure™ pergolas, today announced financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • The AZEK Company Inc. (NYSE: AZEK) ("AZEK" or the “Company”), the industry-leading manufacturer of beautiful, low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products, including TimberTech® decking and railing, Versatex® and AZEK® Trim and StruXure™ pergolas, today announced financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2023.
  • “The AZEK team delivered results ahead of expectations driven by steady Residential end market demand and disciplined operational execution.
  • First, The AZEK Company received two Sustainable Product of the Year awards in the 2023 Green Builder survey, namely for TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking and AZEK Captivate Pre-Finished Siding & Trim.
  • AZEK will hold a conference call to discuss the results today, Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. (CT).

LG NAMED MOST SUSTAINABLE HOME APPLIANCE BRAND

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Monday, April 17, 2023

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognizing the company's unwavering commitment and advancements in sustainable green building practices, LG Electronics has been named the industry's most sustainable home appliance brand in the just-published 2023 Green Builder Sustainable Brand Index.

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  • ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognizing the company's unwavering commitment and advancements in sustainable green building practices, LG Electronics has been named the industry's most sustainable home appliance brand in the just-published 2023 Green Builder Sustainable Brand Index.
  • "We're pleased to designate LG as this year's sustainable appliance leader," said Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media, North America's leading green building and sustainable living media company.
  •  The LG Multi F MAX with LGRED° multi-zone heat pump HVAC system and LG STUDIO induction cooktop with a flex cooking zone were singled out as Sustainable Products of the Year in the HVAC and appliance categories, respectively.
  • Named 2023 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, LG helps consumers take climate action in impactful ways.

Trex Transcend® Lineage™ Named “Sustainable Product of the Year”

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Building on the impeccable pedigree of Trex Transcend ® decking, Lineage represents Trex’s coolest decking yet – literally.

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  • Building on the impeccable pedigree of Trex Transcend ® decking, Lineage represents Trex’s coolest decking yet – literally.
  • Furthermore, Trex uses a proprietary manufacturing process that is as green as its final product.
  • Like all Trex decking, Lineage boards are engineered with a proprietary, high-traffic formulation and ultra-durable integrated shell that resists stains, scratches and mold.
  • “Trex Transcend Lineage is a next generation product for a new generation of homeowners,” said Leslie Adkins, vice president of marketing and ESG development for Trex.