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Mercedes-Benz Expands Charging Options for Customers: Access to Tesla Supercharger Network in North America While Building Its Own High-Power Charging Network

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Friday, July 7, 2023

That’s why we are committed to building our global Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network, with the first sites opening this year.

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  • That’s why we are committed to building our global Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network, with the first sites opening this year.
  • In parallel, we are also implementing NACS in our vehicles, allowing drivers to access an expansive network of high-quality charging offerings in North America."
  • Starting in 2024, Mercedes-Benz drivers get access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers in North America through Mercedes-Benz’s own charging service Mercedes me Charge.
  • “With the development of Mercedes-Benz’s new North American High-Power Charging Network, we are ready to redefine the electric vehicle charging experience.

EQS-News: World's first bicycle tyre made from used tyres: Pyrum supplies rCB for Schwalbe's 'Green Marathon'

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Monday, June 26, 2023

World's first bicycle tyre made from used tyres: Pyrum supplies rCB for Schwalbe's 'Green Marathon'

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  • World's first bicycle tyre made from used tyres: Pyrum supplies rCB for Schwalbe's 'Green Marathon'
    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • In the process, 100% recovered carbon black (rCB) from Pyrum is used to manufacture the "Green Marathon", which serves as a direct product of the recycling process and replaces fossil carbon black.
  • The production of the innovative bicycle tyre saves more than one third of CO2 eQ compared to the predecessor model.
  • We are proud that our recycled material forms the basis for the world's first bicycle tyre made from end-of-life tyres.

Awe can alter our sense of self and open us to new possibilities – could it help save the planet?

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Friday, June 16, 2023

So my thing is, let’s go and rephrase this and communicate differently about it and really tell people we’re talking about pollution.

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  • So my thing is, let’s go and rephrase this and communicate differently about it and really tell people we’re talking about pollution.
  • As long as they keep talking about global climate change, they are not gonna go anywhere.
  • So my thing is, let’s go and rephrase this and communicate differently about it and really tell people we’re talking about pollution.
  • But what exactly is awe and how can emotions help us save the planet?

The science of emotions

    • It wasn’t until the 1980s that scientists and psychologists came to appreciate the importance of emotions to understanding the secrets of the mind.
    • American psychologist Paul Ekman would lead this paradigm-shift with his study of facial expressions and their relationship to emotions.
    • Strides were soon being made in research examining the hidden side of the brain and a new understanding of emotions emerged.
    • Some of the first emotions to be charted scientifically included anger, disgust, fear, sadness, surprise and joy.

Rule breaking emotions

    • “What was missing from this understanding of human nature was emotion,” he writes.
    • To sense that the boundaries between our individual selves and others readily dissolve, that our true nature is collective.
    • Awe, by contrast, seems to orient us to devote ourselves to things outside of our individual selves.
    • To sense that the boundaries between our individual selves and others readily dissolve, that our true nature is collective.
    • Experiencing a sense of awe alters our sense of self and opens us to the possibility of collaboration and a sense of community.

Systems thinking

    • Applied to different contexts like biology, technology, organisational theory and culture, systems thinking takes a holistic view of the many parts that make up the world and the interdependent relationships between them.
    • When we look at life through this systems lens, we perceive things in terms of relations rather than separate objects.
    • Instead of observing and analysing entities and processes individually, systems thinking leads to a greater awareness of the fragile interdependencies that constitute all life on earth.
    • Keltner observes that many Indigenous civilisations have long operated with a systems-thinking approach:
      Systems thinking, it is worth noting, is at the heart of an Indigenous science now thousands of years old.
    • Systems thinking, it is worth noting, is at the heart of an Indigenous science now thousands of years old.

Cultivating awe

    • Many of the examples he gives emphasise the importance of discovery:
      In musical awe we hear the voices and feel the sounds of our culture.
    • In musical awe we hear the voices and feel the sounds of our culture.
    • Cultivating awe leads to an awareness of interconnectedness.
    • In awe we understand we are part of many things that are much larger than the self.

Ethisphere Recognizes Avangrid with Compliance Leader Verification for Third Consecutive Term

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today that for the third consecutive term Ethisphere Institute has awarded it with the coveted Compliance Leader Verification for 2023-2024.

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  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today that for the third consecutive term Ethisphere Institute has awarded it with the coveted Compliance Leader Verification for 2023-2024.
  • Avangrid has held the Compliance Leader Verification since 2019.
  • As one of the cleanest U.S. utilities and a leader in renewable energy, Avangrid is at the forefront of the nation’s clean energy transformation.
  • “Congratulations to Avangrid for earning Compliance Leader Verification,” said Leslie Benton, SVP and Deputy General Counsel, Ethisphere.

Telescope Retailer's Entire Operations Available in Tiger Group Sale

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the world's largest Internet retailers of high-performance telescopes is available for purchase as a going concern prior to the June 13 auction sale of the company's inventory, Tiger Group announced. 

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  • "Amateur and professional astronomers all over planet Earth know and love this retailer," said John Coelho , Senior Director, Tiger Commercial & Industrial.
  • Tiger will hold the timed, online auction of the retailer's inventory on Tuesday, June 13, at 10:30 a.m. (PT).
  • Bidding on individual items opens Tuesday, June 6, at SoldTiger.com should a turnkey sale of the business remain uncompleted.
  • For visual observing and astrophotography, the available telescope mounts are by brands such as Micron, Astro-Physics, Avalon, Celestron and Explore Scientific.

Andrew Cornelia Appointed to Lead the New Mercedes-Benz Charging Network in North America - Christopher Trainor Responsible for Finance

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230530005636/en/
    Andrew Cornelia, CEO, Mercedes-Benz HPC North America LLC (Photo: Business Wire)
    In their new roles, Andrew and Christopher will be responsible for the launch and operations of the Mercedes-Benz charging network in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Andrew and Christopher will also be recruiting, leading and empowering a new team of employees who will be dedicated to executing the company’s North American ambitions.
  • At Tesla, he led Strategic Finance for the global charging network, influencing its launch, rapid growth, and move towards open access standards.
  • "I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to launch and lead the Mercedes-Benz high-power charging network in North America.

Better EQ in leadership yields results in all industries

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

STOCKHOLM, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Emotional intelligence is a concept that was introduced about 20 years ago. Since then, many companies have been working with EQ as a tool, and it has shown results. EQ Europe's review of reports and research in the field, along with EQ Europe's collective experience, demonstrates that investing in EQ yields results in various industries. Here are some examples:

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  • Since then, many companies have been working with EQ as a tool, and it has shown results.
  • EQ Europe's review of reports and research in the field, along with EQ Europe's collective experience, demonstrates that investing in EQ yields results in various industries.
  • Restaurants led by managers with higher EQ showed 22% annual growth compared to the average 15% (i.e., 34% higher).
  • The most in-demand programs right now are EQ FOR LEADERS and EQ FOR IT/TECH.

SKULLCANDY'S NEWEST OFFERING SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR WHAT TO EXPECT IN A TRUE WIRELESS EARBUD UNDER $20

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

PARK CITY, Utah, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Skullcandy today announced Smokin' Buds, delivering a full range of features, plus rapid charge. The new, environmentally-conscious earbuds are made with 50% certified recycled plastics, a consolidated part count and mindful battery capacity, minimizing the stress on the environment. Smokin' Buds True Wireless Earbuds are available globally at select retailers and on Skullcandy.com for $19.99 MSRP.

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  • The new, environmentally-conscious earbuds are made with 50% certified recycled plastics, a consolidated part count and mindful battery capacity, minimizing the stress on the environment.
  • Smokin' Buds True Wireless Earbuds are available globally at select retailers and on Skullcandy.com for $19.99 MSRP.
  • A fresh take on Skullcandy's highly-popular "Smokin' Buds" franchise, which originally launched in 2009, the all-new Smokin' Buds are thoughtfully designed.
  • The buds feature up to 20 hours of battery – 8 hours in the buds and an additional 12 hours in the case.

CLEER AUDIO ANNOUNCES ARC II SPORT, SMART OPEN-EAR TRUE WIRELESS EARBUDS FOR ACTIVE LIFESTYLES

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleer Audio, an industry-leading headphone and smart speaker manufacturer, is pleased to announce its new Arc II Sport Smart Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds with a flexible earhook hinge design.

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  • SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleer Audio, an industry-leading headphone and smart speaker manufacturer, is pleased to announce its new Arc II Sport Smart Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds with a flexible earhook hinge design.
  • Cleer focuses its attention on active lifestyles with its new open-ear Arc II Sport wireless earbuds: opening us to the world and bringing high-quality audio to enjoy while on the move.
  • The Cleer Arc II Sport is leading the way in true wireless technology in open style, with features previously unavailable.
  • Patrick Huang, President, and CEO of Cleer, says: "The new Arc II Sport is an exceptional addition to the Cleer line up.

Edifier Announces W820NB Plus Headphones

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

RICHMOND, BC, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Edifier, the forward-thinking audio-technology brand, has announced the release of the W820NB Plus which continues the brand's outstanding record for affordable but premium quality audio products incorporating the latest technologies. The W820NB Plus is an update to the top selling W820NB headphones. This latest version features support for LDAC coding, certification of Hi-Res Audio Wireless, 40mm dynamic driver with Titanium coated composite diaphragm for crystal clear listening and up to 49 hours of playtime.

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  • The W820NB Plus is an update to the top selling W820NB headphones.
  • The W820NB Plus is certified by Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Wireless Audio, providing a high-frequency bandwidth of up to 40kHz.
  • The W820NB Plus headphones feature Hybrid ANC technology that can effectively cancel up to 43dB of background noise, resulting in an immersive music listening experience.
  • The W820NB Plus is also compatible with The Edifier Connect App which offers a wide range of musical options and allows users to tailor their listening experience.