Environmental justice

Captain Planet Foundation Raises More Than $800,000 at Annual Gala Honoring Environmental Heroes Josh Bernstein and Oluwaseyi Moejoh

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Sunday, March 17, 2024
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ATLANTA, March 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last night, Captain Planet Foundation, the global non-profit, held their annual Gala at Flourish Atlanta and recognized environmental heroes, Josh Bernstein and Oluwaseyi Moejoh. Additionally, Cox Enterprises received the Corporate Superhero for the Earth Award. The benefit raised more than $800,000 to support the Foundation’s worldwide educational programming and grant-making efforts to engage and empower young people to be problem solvers for the planet. The Gala was hosted by Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s The Monica Pearson Show host, Monica Kaufman Pearson.

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  • ATLANTA, March 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last night, Captain Planet Foundation , the global non-profit, held their annual Gala at Flourish Atlanta and recognized environmental heroes, Josh Bernstein and Oluwaseyi Moejoh.
  • The Gala was hosted by Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s The Monica Pearson Show host, Monica Kaufman Pearson.
  • More than 400 guests were in attendance to celebrate the honorees and the impact that Captain Planet Foundation has had on youth around the world.
  • Captain Planet Foundation also introduced the Laura Turner Seydel Legacy Fund which will support the Planeteer Alliance, additional scholarships, and programing for the Foundation.

Avangrid Submits Multiple Proposals for Transformative New England Wind Projects to Regional Offshore Wind Solicitation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.

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  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.
  • Avangrid submitted a bid for New England Wind 1, a second bid for New England Wind 1 and 2 combined, and additional bids for single-state procurements in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
  • “In powering up the first-in-the-nation Vineyard Wind 1 project, Avangrid proved that American offshore wind is possible.
  • New England Wind 1 will create more than 4,400 full-time equivalent jobs, and bring $3 billion of direct investment to the region.

Friends of the Blue Hills to Welcome Jen Klein, PhD as New Executive Director

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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MILTON, Mass., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Friends of the Blue Hills is excited to share that Jen Klein will join its leadership team as Executive Director following an extensive search process.

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  • MILTON, Mass., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Friends of the Blue Hills is excited to share that Jen Klein will join its leadership team as Executive Director following an extensive search process.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Jen as our new Executive Director," said Matt Panucci, Board President.
  • We learned during the pandemic about the critical role that the Blue Hills play in supporting the mental, physical, and social health of Boston area communities.
  • Dr. Klein assumed the role of Executive Director on March 4th and will succeed Judy Lehrer Jacobs, who served in this role at Friends of the Blue Hills for nearly 20 years.

B&C and Acta Announce Appointment of Mark J. Washko as Senior Government Affairs Advisor, and Alexander E. Howard and Michelle C. Mims to Science Team Positions

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce the appointment of several professionals to key roles at our firms.

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  • (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce the appointment of Mark J. Washko, Alexander E. Howard, and Michelle C. Mims to key roles at our firms.
  • (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce the appointment of several professionals to key roles at our firms.
  • Mr. Washko, Mr. Howard, and Ms. Mims join a powerful team of advocates, scientists, and regulatory and business consultants at B&C and Acta.
  • Mr. Washko, Mr. Howard, and Ms. Mims join a powerful team of advocates, scientists, and regulatory and business consultants at B&C and Acta.

Zoetic Global and NYC Accelerator Form Public-Private Partnership to Drive Decarbonization

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a bold step towards a sustainable future, Zoetic Global has partnered with the NYC Accelerator , a program supported by the NYC Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice , to drive decarbonization efforts in the city.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a bold step towards a sustainable future, Zoetic Global has partnered with the NYC Accelerator , a program supported by the NYC Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice , to drive decarbonization efforts in the city.
  • In order to achieve its goal of revolutionizing urban sustainability, the NYC Accelerator will work with Zoetic Global to supply energy-efficient refrigerants to buildings across the city to help them cut carbon emissions and reduce operational costs.
  • "Decarbonization needs to be a top priority for building owners to combat climate change," said Zoetic Global Executive Chairman Jerome Ringo.
  • By working with the NYC Accelerator, building owners ensure compliance and stay ahead of the game," said Zoetic Global Chief Global Business Development Officer Tim Ryan .

The New York Academy of Medicine Launches Initiative to Build Health Systems Resilience

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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New York, NY, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM), an innovator in public health for more than 176 years, launches its first initiative in a multiyear plan to help build more resilient health systems in the era of climate change.

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  • New York, NY, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM), an innovator in public health for more than 176 years, launches its first initiative in a multiyear plan to help build more resilient health systems in the era of climate change.
  • NYAM’s Designing Health Systems Resilience program will begin to establish a community of practice among health executives, public health officials, payers, and policy-makers as a first step toward building a “Roadmap to Resilience,” providing recommendations for programming and partnerships to support healthcare and public health system resilience across New York.
  • Designing Health Systems Resilience is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors, including the Commonwealth Fund, Mount Sinai Health System, Netflix, and Northwell Health, and our media partner City & State New York.
  • Future phases of NYAM’s work with public health and health systems will explore support of resilience strategies and assessment for impact, sustainability, and potential for broader replication.

TEGNA Foundation Awards Grants to Address Critical Community Needs

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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TEGNA Foundation, the charitable foundation sponsored by TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), in partnership with its local stations, today announced it awarded 242 Community Grants to address critical community needs and initiatives.

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  • TEGNA Foundation, the charitable foundation sponsored by TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), in partnership with its local stations, today announced it awarded 242 Community Grants to address critical community needs and initiatives.
  • WKYC in Cleveland, the “Education Station,” focused their Community Grants on pressing education needs in their local community.
  • TEGNA Foundation Community Grants are vetted by a committee of employees at each station, including the station general manager, and approved by the TEGNA Foundation Board of Directors.
  • To learn more and/or apply for a TEGNA Foundation Community Grants, visit https://www.tegnafoundation.org/ .

HBCU Green Fund Delegation to COP28, Led by Climate Advocate Felicia Davis, Champions Global Climate Action at UN Summit in Dubai

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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ATLANTA and WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominent climate advocate and founder of the HBCU Green Fund, Felicia Davis, led a powerful delegation at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.

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  • ATLANTA and WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominent climate advocate and founder of the HBCU Green Fund, Felicia Davis, led a powerful delegation at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
  • Their pivotal role bolstered climate activists from the US and 12 African countries in a collective call for urgent climate action.
  • "HBCU Green Fund is unwavering in its commitment to advancing sustainability and nurturing the next generation of global green leaders," said Davis.
  • Kenney emphasized the HBCU Green Fund's dedication to empowering future leaders through supporting youth led projects in Africa and the US.

KeyBank announces Foundation grants in Hudson Valley and Metro New York

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, workforce development, minority small business development, and more.  The charitable donations total $385,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.  

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  • TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.
  • "KeyBank's commitment to the communities we serve is at the heart what we stand for," said KeyBank Market President John Manginelli.
  • "We value the partnerships we have with local nonprofit organizations and are proud to support their important community work."
  • Bowery Mission, New York, NY to support its Continuum of Care Services for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and other crises.

The 2023 Babst Calland Report - Legal and Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities for the Energy Industry

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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PITTSBURGH and WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Law firm Babst Calland today published its 13th annual energy industry report: The 2023 Babst Calland Report – Legal & Regulatory Perspectives for the Energy Industry. The Report provides insights on some of the most critical issues facing the industry.

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    PITTSBURGH and WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Law firm Babst Calland today published its 13th annual energy industry report: The 2023 Babst Calland Report – Legal & Regulatory Perspectives for the Energy Industry.
  • Senator Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, who is at the forefront on federal energy policy.
  • Joseph K. Reinhart, shareholder and co-chair of Babst Calland's Energy and Natural Resources Group, said, "The U.S. energy sector remains as dynamic as ever.
  • The Babst Calland Report is provided for informational purposes for our clients and friends and does not constitute legal advice.