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TEAMSTERS DEMAND CPUC COMMISSIONER JOHN REYNOLDS RESIGN AMID ROBOTAXI SAFETY CRISIS

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision to halt the autonomous vehicle company Cruise's robotaxi permit in San Francisco, California Teamsters are calling on CPUC Commissioner John Reynolds to resign.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision to halt the autonomous vehicle company Cruise's robotaxi permit in San Francisco , California Teamsters are calling on CPUC Commissioner John Reynolds to resign.
  • "Reynolds needs to step down immediately," said Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region International Vice President and Secretary-Treasurer of Local 856.
  • "Reynolds fully supported Cruise's expansion of autonomous vehicles for unlimited commercial use in San Francisco," said Jason Rabinowitz, President of Teamsters Joint Council 7.
  • John Reynolds never should have been at the CPUC to begin with, and the Teamsters demand he step down immediately."

Terry Tamminen Statement on California’s Selection as One of US’s 7 Hydrogen Hubs

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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Terry Tamminen Statement on California’s Selection as One of US’s 7 Hydrogen Hubs:

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  • Terry Tamminen Statement on California’s Selection as One of US’s 7 Hydrogen Hubs:
    “I’d like to thank President Biden and his administration for recognizing California’s leadership on all things clean energy and allowing us to leverage our expertise to build the infrastructure of a statewide Hydrogen Hub.
  • I’d like to also congratulate California Governor Gavin Newsom, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and the entire Arches H2 network for securing this $1.2 billion in federal funding.
  • This will provide a blueprint for decarbonizing some of the biggest causes of pollutants – public transportation, heavy duty trucking, and port operations.
  • During his time as CalEPA Secretary, Tamminen was the architect behind California’s Hydrogen Highway, a series of hydrogen refueling stations across California.

Governor Newsom Signs AltaSea-Sponsored Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Saturday, October 7, 2023
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The legislation calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off California’s 840-mile coastline.

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  • The legislation calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off California’s 840-mile coastline.
  • “Ocean energy is one of the largest untapped sources of renewable energy, and California is now well-positioned to harness that energy and accelerate our transition to 100% clean energy while creating high-paying jobs.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law,” said Senator Padilla.
  • AltaSea will soon be home to some of California’s first wave energy pilot stations, including Eco Wave Power’s first US onshore wave energy pilot station – the first of its kind built in the United States.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Historic Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.
  • The legislation directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility of wave and tidal energy in California, including the costs and benefits of implementing the technology across the state's coastline.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law," said Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), who introduced and authored SB 605.
  • The California Energy Commission will work with various state agencies and stakeholders to identify suitable locations for wave energy and tidal energy projects in both Californian and federal waters.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Historic Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.
  • The legislation directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility of wave and tidal energy in California, including the costs and benefits of implementing the technology across the state's coastline.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law," said Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), who introduced and authored SB 605.
  • The California Energy Commission will work with various state agencies and stakeholders to identify suitable locations for wave energy and tidal energy projects in both Californian and federal waters.

eBay Issues Statement Responding to U.S. Department of Justice Lawsuit

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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eBay issued the following statement:

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  • eBay issued the following statement:
    "Maintaining a safe and trusted marketplace for our global community of sellers and buyers is a fundamental principle of our business at eBay.
  • We dedicate significant resources, implement state-of-the-art technology and ensure our teams are properly trained to prevent prohibited items from being listed on the marketplace.
  • Indeed, eBay is blocking and removing more than 99.9% of the listings for the products cited by the DOJ, including millions of listings each year.
  • And eBay has partnered closely with law enforcement, including the DOJ, for over two decades on identifying emerging risks and assisting with prevention and enforcement.

Landmark Wave Energy Legislation Heads to California Governor Newsom’s Desk after Unanimously Passing California Legislature

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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The bill now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for his consideration.

Key Points: 
  • The bill now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for his consideration.
  • “Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals,” said Senator Padilla.
  • “SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.
  • “SB 605 is a landmark piece of legislation that continues to demonstrate California’s leadership in renewable energy,” said Eco Wave Power Founder & CEO Inna Braverman.

Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

Allen Matkins Expands its Renowned Environmental Group with Addition of Partner Stuart I. Block

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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Block has joined the firm as a partner in its Land Use, Environmental, and Natural Resources Group, in the firm's San Francisco office.

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  • Block has joined the firm as a partner in its Land Use, Environmental, and Natural Resources Group, in the firm's San Francisco office.
  • After 21 years of practice at two law firms known for their environmental work, Stuart co-founded and led Stice & Block LLP, an environmental and real estate firm in Oakland, CA.
  • Allen Matkins provides a platform that will enable Stuart to expand his environmental practice even further with support from the firm’s broad and deep bench of nationally-renowned real estate, environmental, and land use lawyers.
  • “Stuart’s broad-based environmental experience fits perfectly with Allen Matkins’ efforts to build the next generation of our environmental practice, and we are excited to have him join our team,” said Allen Matkins partner Kamran Javandel , co-chair of the firm’s Land Use, Environmental and Natural Resources group.