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Ventas Earns ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence in Energy Management Award

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Ventas, Inc. (NYSE: VTR) today announced that it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence in Energy Management Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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  • Ventas, Inc. (NYSE: VTR) today announced that it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence in Energy Management Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
  • This distinguished recognition marks Ventas’s second consecutive year earning ENERGY STAR’s highest honor and reflects the Company’s fourth consecutive year winning the Partner of the Year Award.
  • In addition, more than 175 Ventas owned buildings received ENERGY STAR certification in 2023, the most certified properties of any Healthcare REIT.
  • “We are proud of this important recognition from the ENERY STAR program for our industry-leading energy management practices," said Kelly Meissner, Ventas Vice President, Corporate ESG & Sustainability.

Taylor Morrison Ranked One of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, America's Most Trusted® Home Builder Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) is being recognized for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices with inclusion on Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies. The national homebuilder and land developer earned its top score in corporate governance and saw its highest score increase in the environmental category.

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  • "As ESG principles become increasingly important to both organizations and consumers, Taylor Morrison is dedicated to not only being a good steward across all areas of business but also providing greater transparency into our operations," said Taylor Morrison Chairman and CEO Sheryl Palmer.
  • "Our focus on strengthening our ESG strategy year-over-year and advancing our reporting practices continues to reinforce our trusted reputation."
  • Taylor Morrison will release its sixth annual ESG Report in the summer of 2024.
  • In its most recent ESG Report released in July 2023, Taylor Morrison provided greater insight into its ESG strategy than ever before with expanded disclosures and more robust data.

GEIDCO Hosts Thematic Event at COP28

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Mr. Xin Baoan, Chairman of GEIDCO and Executive Chairman of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), attended the event and delivered a welcome speech.

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  • Mr. Xin Baoan, Chairman of GEIDCO and Executive Chairman of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), attended the event and delivered a welcome speech.
  • The thematic event features a research report release by GEIDCO entitled Inclusive, Just, Resilient Energy Transition: GEI Solution and Practices, and practical case sharing by SGCC on the development of new power systems.
  • Since its inception, GEIDCO has participated in the UN Climate Change Conference for many consecutive times, held several thematic events, and released multiple research results.
  • During COP28, GEIDCO and WMO also held a thematic event with the theme of "Energy Transition and Clean Energy Development".

Autodesk contributes $1 million to expand Group Effort Initiative educational programming

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), a global leader in design and make software, has contributed $1 million to Group Effort Initiative (GEI), an organization focused on creating a pipeline for members of underrepresented communities to get real experience that supports lasting careers within the entertainment industry.

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  • Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), a global leader in design and make software, has contributed $1 million to Group Effort Initiative (GEI), an organization focused on creating a pipeline for members of underrepresented communities to get real experience that supports lasting careers within the entertainment industry.
  • In response to these challenges and as a result of the Autodesk contribution, GEI tripled its educational and training opportunities to help participants remain connected to the entertainment industry while productions were paused.
  • Through the collaboration with Autodesk, educational programming will continue to expand over the next two years in the eighteen cities where GEI operates.
  • “Autodesk is committed to helping equip the next generation of creators with the skills and experience they need to thrive in an ever-changing workplace,” said Autodesk Chief Operating Officer Steve Blum.

Trip.com Group's latest ESG report: 16 million choose sustainable travel options, low-carbon hotel bookings surge

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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In the past year, more than 16 million Trip.com Group customers opted for low-carbon travel options.

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  • In the past year, more than 16 million Trip.com Group customers opted for low-carbon travel options.
  • Besides environmentally-friendly measures, Trip.com Group also adopts a holistic approach to promoting sustainable development of the travel industry.
  • Trip.com Group is also working with nine travel industry partners to provide more job opportunities for women across the travel industry.
  • Guided by our principles, we've worked with multiple partners across the travel industry to attain these achievements, aligning with the shared vision of the travel industry."

Scotiabank ranked in the top 4 percent of banks globally for sustainability performance, included in the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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TORONTO, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to announce it is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI) for the sixth consecutive year.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to announce it is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI) for the sixth consecutive year.
  • Scotiabank achieved the highest score to date among banks in North America assessed through the CSA.
  • "We are proud that Scotiabank has been recognized by S&P as a sustainability leader through inclusion in the DJSI North America Index and as the top performing North American bank to date," said Scott Thomson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Scotiabank.
  • Scotiabank ranked in the top 10% of banks assessed in the categories of Climate Strategy, Corporate Governance, Information Security/Cybersecurity and Labour Practice Indicators.

AI and the Design and Make Platform take the main stage at Autodesk University

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) kicks off Autodesk University (AU), the company's annual design and make conference.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) kicks off Autodesk University (AU), the company's annual design and make conference.
  • "Las Vegas will once again be an incredible backdrop for Autodesk University where we're revealing how Autodesk is bringing AI to life and how our Design and Make Platform is taking us closer to the cusp of a new era," said Autodesk President and CEO Andrew Anagnost.
  • Making its debut at AU is Autodesk AI , technology available in Autodesk products and native to its Design and Make Platform .
  • Autodesk's Design and Make Platform, consisting of Autodesk Platform Services and three industry clouds, Forma, Fusion, and Flow, unifies cross-industry data, and workflows.

Eight Quarter Advisors Represents Lithos Engineering in Sale to GEI Consultants

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Lithos Engineering, a Colorado-based firm with a team of 27 dedicated professionals, brings unparalleled expertise in tunnel and trenchless design and construction technology.

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  • Lithos Engineering, a Colorado-based firm with a team of 27 dedicated professionals, brings unparalleled expertise in tunnel and trenchless design and construction technology.
  • Their impressive portfolio of geotechnical and geological engineering solutions has garnered them immense respect in both the public and private sectors.
  • They are true professionals.”
    “We are elated to have played a central role in this transaction,” said Chris Lueth, Managing Partner of Eight Quarter Advisors.
  • The Lithos and GEI deal underscores our commitment to businesses in this niche and we look forward to continuing to represent high quality businesses that are looking for their next capital partner.”

Taylor Morrison Celebrated in U.S. News & World Report's Inaugural Best Companies to Work For List

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, has named America's Most Trusted® Home Builder Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) one of the Best Companies to Work For in its inaugural list.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report , the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, has named America's Most Trusted® Home Builder Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) one of the Best Companies to Work For in its inaugural list.
  • Taylor Morrison was ranked among 349 companies spanning 20 industries on factors contributing to job seekers' decision-making when choosing a workplace that best meets their needs.
  • In addition to being named one of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report, nearly half of Taylor Morrison's divisions across the country have also been recognized as top places to work in local news publications' annual rankings.
  • Furthermore, 92 percent of current team members report they are proud to work for Taylor Morrison.

Taylor Morrison Joins Elite List of America's Greenest Companies by Newsweek

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America's Most Trusted® Home Builder Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) joins an elite list of just 300 U.S. companies recognized for progress in sustainable business practices with its inclusion on Newsweek's 2024 America's Greenest Companies list. The inaugural list celebrates companies committed to being good stewards of the environment and saving resources for future generations, while setting a benchmark for progress to come.     

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America's Most Trusted® Home Builder Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) joins an elite list of just 300 U.S. companies recognized for progress in sustainable business practices with its inclusion on Newsweek's 2024 America's Greenest Companies list .
  • For Taylor Morrison, that means offering communities with exceptional construction standards, energy efficiency and nature-friendly experiences."
  • Continuing an exclusive partnership with the National Wildlife Federation to promote biodiversity and safeguard natural open spaces across Taylor Morrison communities.
  • Taylor Morrison also refers to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in areas with strong alignment to its policies and operations.