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The Empire State Building Unveils Star Wars-Themed Takeover with a Dynamic Light Show, Interactive Fan Experiences, Celebrity Visit, and More

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Film & Motion Pictures, Travel, Celebrity, REIT, Tourist Attractions, Entertainment, CONNECT, Empire, Dairy Farmers of America, IHeartRadio, Floor, ESB, Observatory, The Empire Strikes Back, Face, Amazon, Star Wars, Rogue One, Star, STAR, Lucasfilm, Disney Consumer Products, Star Wars (film), Blister, FX, Snack, Multimedia, Fifth Avenue, Hasbro, Empire State Building, Nightclub

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321369670/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321369670/en/
    The Empire State Building Unveils Star Wars-Themed Takeover with a Dynamic Light Show, Interactive Fan Experiences, Celebrity Visit, and More (Photo: Business Wire)
    "We are so pleased to unite Star Wars fans in New York City and throughout the world with this epic trip to a galaxy far, far away….,” said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory.
  • Star Wars actor Hayden Christensen visited the Empire State Building earlier this morning to tour the world-famous Observatory Experience and flip the ceremonial switch ahead of the dynamic light show.
  • The Empire State Building Observatory will host a movie screening of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back on the 80th Floor on March 22.
  • Lucasfilm, the Lucasfilm logo, STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates.

The Empire State Building Introduces Ambassador Program for Superfans of its World-Famous Observatory Experience

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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The Empire State Building (ESB) announced today its new ambassador program for locals who host guests in New York City and superfans of its world-famous Observatory Experience.

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  • The Empire State Building (ESB) announced today its new ambassador program for locals who host guests in New York City and superfans of its world-famous Observatory Experience.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Each visit to the Empire State Building is unique, and we made it easier for our loyal locals who bring their guests and our superfans to take in our reimagined Observatory’s exhibits and unparalleled views time and time again,” said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory.
  • The Empire State Building Observatory recently underwent a $165 million reimagination that includes a dedicated visitor entrance, an immersive museum with nine galleries, brand new bespoke Observatory Host uniforms, and iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories.
  • The reimagined Observatory Experience was recently voted the number one attraction in the U.S. by Tripadvisor travelers for two consecutive years.

‘World’s Most Romantic Building:’ Empire State Building Celebrates Valentine’s Day with NYC's Most Romantic Date Experience, Engagement Package, and Film Screenings

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Other Construction & Property, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, REIT, CONNECT, Starbucks, Multimedia, Observatory, Empire, Romantic, Floor, Snack, Happily, Love, ESB, Empire State Building, Nightclub

Before dinner, the couple will embark on a private tour of the Empire State Building with Champagne.

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  • Before dinner, the couple will embark on a private tour of the Empire State Building with Champagne.
  • The lavish Empire for Two ticket package is available for Feb. 14 at 8:30 p.m. and must be reserved by Feb. 12.
  • “As IF!” – Gather your girlfriends this Galentine’s Day for a one-time screening of the quotable comedy “Clueless” on the Empire State Building Observatory’s 80th Floor on Feb. 13.
  • “There is no better backdrop than the Empire State Building’s unparalleled views as you celebrate love this Valentine’s Day,” said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory.

Nuvve Celebrates 500th Electric School Bus EVSE Deployed in the K-12 Business Channel

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
SAN, Growth, Horlock, Bluebird, Acceleration, Transport, VPP, Orange Unified School District, ESB, Port (medical), Blue Bird Corporation, EVS, Student

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuvve Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: NVVE), a global technology leader accelerating the electrification of transportation through its proprietary vehicle-to-grid (V2G) platform, celebrated the 500th electric school bus EVSE to be deployed which will be managed through its proprietary GIVe™ bidirectional, smart-charging software platform.

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  • This new order from Orange Unified School District in Orange, California is for thirteen Nuvve Level 2 "PowerPort" chargers and three 60kW chargers.
  • This follows the district's 2021 purchase of fifteen Nuvve Level 2 PowerPort chargers which it currently uses for its fleet of 15 electric school buses purchased over 2021 and 2022 from Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses.
  • Two additional buses are on order and the district plans to continue expanding their ESB fleet in the future.
  • "Many Nuvve customers continue building their electric bus fleets after their first purchase and Orange Unified is no different," said Nuvve co-founder and CEO Gregory Poilasne.

Empire State Realty Trust Signs New Full-Floor Lease with Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company at the Empire State Building

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced today that it signed Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company (GNY Mutual) for a new full-floor, 52,116 square foot space at the world-famous Empire State Building (ESB).

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  • Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced today that it signed Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company (GNY Mutual) for a new full-floor, 52,116 square foot space at the world-famous Empire State Building (ESB).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240125005397/en/
    Rendering: The new all hands tenant amenity space at the Empire State Building with basketball/pickleball courts, lounge, and golf simulators.
  • “We are pleased to welcome GNY Mutual to our tenant roster at the Empire State Building,” said Thomas P. Durels, executive vice president, real estate at Empire State Realty Trust.
  • More information about the Empire State Building, and current available office space, can be found online .

The Empire State Building Rings in the Year of the Dragon with Exclusive Sunrise Experiences at the Observatory, in Partnership with Trip.com Group

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Arts, Museums, Entertainment, REIT, Events, Concerts, Vacation, Destinations, Tourist Attractions, Travel, Trip.com Group, Heart, Empire, Spring Festival, Multimedia, Partnership, ESB, Observatory, Starbucks Reserve, Empire State Building, Nightclub

The Empire State Building (ESB) will celebrate Lunar New Year 2024 with five Sunrise Experiences for a limited number of guests, in partnership with global travel service provider Trip.com Group.

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  • The Empire State Building (ESB) will celebrate Lunar New Year 2024 with five Sunrise Experiences for a limited number of guests, in partnership with global travel service provider Trip.com Group.
  • The Lunar New Year events – sold exclusively on Trip.com and Ctrip – will be held at the Empire State Building for five consecutive days from Feb. 9-13.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123207820/en/
    The Empire State Building Rings in the Year of the Dragon with Exclusive Sunrise Experiences at the Observatory, in Partnership with Trip.com Group (Photo: Business Wire)
    “As tourist activity continues to trend upward, we are excited to partner with Trip.com Group to welcome our Chinese visitors back to the Empire State Building Observatory,” said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory.
  • Trip.com Group wishes global travelers a joyous start to another fruitful year as we launch the sunrise experience with the Empire State Building Observatory," said Chase Liu, general manager of international business, tours and tickets overseas, Trip.com Group.

Boingo Wireless Bolsters 5G Connectivity at U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii

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Monday, January 22, 2024
Mobile, Wireless, Networks, Internet, Data Management, White House, Federal Government, Technology, Defense, 5G, Homeland Security, Telecommunications, Military, Public Policy, Government, Navy, AT&T, SGT, Multimedia, Command, Verizon Communications, Communication, Quality of life, ESB, Signals brigade, HMR, Air force, Wi-Fi, Organization, 307th, Schofield Barracks, 516th Signal Brigade, Tier 1, Boingo Wireless, Army, DOD, Mobile phone

Boingo Wireless , a leading provider of wireless solutions for the U.S. military, has launched a new, neutral-host cellular tower at U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii’s Helemano Military Reservation (HMR).

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  • Boingo Wireless , a leading provider of wireless solutions for the U.S. military, has launched a new, neutral-host cellular tower at U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii’s Helemano Military Reservation (HMR).
  • The tower infrastructure designed, constructed and managed by Boingo Wireless enhances wireless service for military families, personnel and visitors—a significant improvement for quality-of-life and mission critical efforts.
  • The project includes 5G coverage for AT&T and Verizon and brings robust wireless coverage to a more remote location that had struggled with inadequate connectivity.
  • The Dragon tower is one of 13 new or in-progress cell towers from Boingo to expand connectivity and reliability to military communities throughout USAG Hawaii.

Proposed Electric School Bus Pilot Program Aimed to Help Maryland Achieve Climate Goals and Help Public Schools Meet Transportation Needs

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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WILLIAMSPORT, Md., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) subsidiary Potomac Edison has submitted a five-year Electric School Bus Pilot Program proposal to the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) intended to help the state reach its climate goals. The pilot supports Maryland's Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022, which requires any new school buses contracted or purchased by public school systems in the state to be zero emissions.

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  • WILLIAMSPORT, Md., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) subsidiary Potomac Edison has submitted a five-year Electric School Bus Pilot Program proposal to the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) intended to help the state reach its climate goals.
  • Our pilot program is also intended to help the state meet climate goals by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which will create cleaner air and improve overall health in local communities we serve."
  • To aid in the electric school bus (ESB) transition across Potomac Edison's Maryland service territory, the company will provide:
    Financial incentives for school districts to acquire and deploy ESBs.
  • The public school districts that opt to participate in the pilot program, will receive funding that reduces the cost difference between an electric school bus and an equivalent diesel-fueled bus.

EQS-News: Greencells GmbH is awarded EPC contract for the Electricity Supply Board’s (ESB) first solar park project in Ireland

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Saturday, January 13, 2024
Wind, Partnership, Meath County Council, EPC, ESB, EUR, O&M, RESS, Renewable energy

Bullstown Solar Farm is the first of three wholly-owned ESB solar farms currently being progressed which represents a total investment of almost  EUR 200 million.

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  • Bullstown Solar Farm is the first of three wholly-owned ESB solar farms currently being progressed which represents a total investment of almost  EUR 200 million.
  • We now look forward to working with Greencells, one of the largest European solar EPC providers, to deliver Bullstown Solar Farm.
  • Ric Hallikeri, General Manager EMEA at Greencells, added: “Ireland is a focus market for Greencells GmbH with the construction of six solar farms currently underway in the country.
  • Bullstown Solar Farm is our first project with ESB and we look forward to delivering this important kick-off project for its wider solar portfolio.

Empire State Realty Trust Welcomes Ghirardelli’s First-Ever New York Store to Its Retail Portfolio at the Empire State Building

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Monday, January 8, 2024
REIT, Food, Beverage, Retail, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Empire State Building, Starbucks Reserve, Empire, Alvarez, Family, Chopt, Multimedia, Friends, ESB, Observatory, ESRT, JLL, Chocolate, History

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced today that it will welcome Ghirardelli Chocolate Company in a 2,758 square foot retail space at the base of the world-famous Empire State Building.

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  • Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced today that it will welcome Ghirardelli Chocolate Company in a 2,758 square foot retail space at the base of the world-famous Empire State Building.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240108783806/en/
    Empire State Realty Trust Welcomes Ghirardelli’s First-Ever New York Store to Its Retail Portfolio at the Empire State Building (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Ghirardelli Chocolate is excited to open our first shop in New York.
  • It truly feels like the cherry on top to open in New York City’s iconic Empire State Building.
  • More information about ESRT’s portfolio, and current retail availability, can be found online .