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BCI ANNOUNCES 7.4 PER CENT ANNUAL RETURN FOR FISCAL 2022

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Highlights for fiscal year ending March 31, 2022:

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  • Highlights for fiscal year ending March 31, 2022:
    British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) announced today an annual combined pension plan return of 7.4 per cent, net of all fees, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, against a combined market benchmark of 4.6 percent.
  • BCIs 10-year annualized return for combined pension plans is 9.1 per cent against a benchmark of 8.0 per cent, representing $13.2 billion of value-add.
  • Over the five-year period, BCI delivered an annualized return of 8.3 per cent, outperforming a benchmark of 7.3 per cent and generating $7.7 billion in added value.
  • Our pension plan clients remain fully funded, with funding ratios ranging from 105 per cent to 128 per cent.

Sea Tech Week® 2022: water's on the agenda

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

LONDON, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time since 2018, over 1,000 stakeholders across business, academia and governmental institutions from across the world will convene in person to shape the future of maritime.

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  • Sea Tech Week announces its full conference programme of panel discussions and plenary sessions.
  • This year's event focuses strongly on the environment, exploring smarter and greener solutions for maritime transport, energy and tech and will also celebrate women's work in marine science and technology.
  • Enabling Net-Zero through 5G at Sea (28th September): continuous connectivity at sea has the potential to create a safer, more secure, and environmentally sustainable global blue economy.
  • This session will explore how increased telecommunications and data transfer at sea can contribute to smarter and low-carbon solutions.

Insight Sourcing Group Announces First VP of Marketing to Support Aggressive Growth Initiatives

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

In her new role, Ms. Mumaw will amplify Insights marketing strategy and support Insight Sourcing Groups rapid growth plans.

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  • In her new role, Ms. Mumaw will amplify Insights marketing strategy and support Insight Sourcing Groups rapid growth plans.
  • Im honored to serve as Insight Sourcing Groups first VP of Marketing during such an exciting period of innovation for the firm, said Mumaw.
  • Marketing initiatives are a critical component in a companys growth journey, especially one that is as fast-moving, steady, and successful as Insights.
  • Insight Sourcing Group is the premier firm in North America exclusively focused on strategic sourcing, cost optimization and procurement operational transformation.

Franklin Energy Awarded Implementation Contract for National Grid E-Commerce Marketplace

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Monday, July 18, 2022

PORT WASHINGTON, Wis., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Franklin Energy, a leading provider of end-to-end energy management solutions, announced today that they have been selected to implement National Grid's online marketplace, an enhanced e-commerce solution that enables customer engagement throughout the purchase process of products, services, and projects related to energy efficiency, demand response, and electrification programs.

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  • Through enhanced product selection and customer engagement features, Franklin Energy will provide technology and expertise for a seamless customer experience through National Grid's e-commerce marketplace.
  • "We worked closely with National Grid on the design of this customized, scalable marketplace to meet their unique needs, and we are excited to bring our experience and support to their customers," said Danielle Marquis, Franklin Energy Vice President of Solution Management.
  • "Franklin Energy and National Grid share a combined vision of delivering smarter, more resilient and affordable energy solutions to customers," said Marisa Uchin, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer of Franklin Energy.
  • Franklin Energy delivers end-to-end sustainable energy management solutions through a portfolio of intelligent products and services that lowers costs, reduces carbon and waste, and grows stronger communities and local economies.

National Grid Renewables Hosts Charitable Stuff-the-Bus Event at 200 MW Prairie Wolf Solar Project

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Friday, July 15, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alongside community members, project customers and partners, National Grid Renewables hosted a community celebration and Stuff-the-Bus event on July 13, 2022 at the Prairie Wolf Solar Project (Prairie Wolf) in Coles County, Illinois. The event celebrated the 200 megawatt (MW) project and the social and economic benefits it provides the local community and school district.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alongside community members, project customers and partners, National Grid Renewables hosted a community celebration and Stuff-the-Bus event on July 13, 2022 at the Prairie Wolf Solar Project (Prairie Wolf) in Coles County, Illinois.
  • The Prairie Wolf Education Fund is just one example of how National Grid Renewables prioritizes charitable giving and often implements charitable funds for the projects it owns and operates to benefit local community members.
  • "The Prairie Wolf Solar Project demonstrates National Grid Renewables' commitment to invest in the American economy, give back to local communities, and help build a more sustainable, clean energy future," stated Blake Nixon, President of National Grid Renewables.
  • National Grid Renewables, part of the National Grid Ventures division of National Grid (NYSE: NGG), develops, owns and operates large-scale renewable energy assets across the United States, including solar, wind and energy storage.

Linxon: Shurton 400 kV substation successfully energised, transmitting low-carbon energy in UK

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

BIRMINGHAM, England, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Linxon has successfully energised the Shurton 400 kV substation.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, England, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Linxon has successfully energised the Shurton 400 kV substation.
  • The new substation will connect Hinkley Point C into the electricity network, delivering low carbon energy to the south-west and connect six million UK homes and businesses.
  • Linxon designed, manufactured and installed the 400 kV GIS indoor substation, which is providing double circuit connections to existing substations.
  • Linxon is building the infrastructure to power the world with carbon free energy.

Spire Global Expands Global People Team

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (Spire or the Company), a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, today announced the appointment of several new leaders on the companys People team, including Michelle Nadeau as Global Head of People Operations, Ross Burns as Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Alex Beauchamp as Global Head of Total Rewards, and Sarah Wright as Principal HR Business Partner for North America.

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  • Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (Spire or the Company), a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, today announced the appointment of several new leaders on the companys People team, including Michelle Nadeau as Global Head of People Operations, Ross Burns as Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Alex Beauchamp as Global Head of Total Rewards, and Sarah Wright as Principal HR Business Partner for North America.
  • These hires are reflective of the investment we have made in enabling continued growth at a global scale and making Spire a destination for top talent.
  • Michelle Nadeau, who joins as Global Head of People Operations, has more than 25 years of experience in global IT, operations, HR and business transformation.
  • Additionally, Jon Christensen, who has been at Spire for nearly three years, is assuming a newly created role as Global Head of People Development.

Enphase Energy Expands Battery Storage in Rhode Island

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Monday, July 11, 2022

FREMONT, Calif., July 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced today that installers of Enphase products in Rhode Island have seen growing deployments of Enphase Energy Systems powered by IQ Microinverters and IQ Batteries as increasingly common hurricanes and extreme weather leave homeowners highly vulnerable to power outages.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., July 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced today that installers of Enphase products in Rhode Island have seen growing deployments of Enphase Energy Systems powered by IQ Microinverters and IQ Batteries as increasingly common hurricanes and extreme weather leave homeowners highly vulnerable to power outages.
  • Residential battery capacity in Rhode Island is increasing year-over-year with forecasts estimating deployments will more than quadruple by the end of 2026, according to the most recent U.S. Energy Storage Monitor report from the Energy Storage Association and Wood Mackenzie.
  • With their premium performance, Enphase Energy Systems unlock more energy independence and value for homeowners, said Hyrum Bond, owner at Rooftop Power , an Enphase Gold level installer.
  • For homeowners who want battery backup , there are no sizing restrictions on pairing Enphase IQ Batteries with IQ8 Microinverters.

Enphase Energy Expands IQ8 Microinverter Deployments in Massachusetts

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

FREMONT, Calif., July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced today that installers of Enphase products in Massachusetts have seen growing deployments of Enphase Energy Systems powered by IQ8 Microinverters following the products launch in North America late last year.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced today that installers of Enphase products in Massachusetts have seen growing deployments of Enphase Energy Systems powered by IQ8 Microinverters following the products launch in North America late last year.
  • As a long-time installer of Enphase products, were thrilled to offer highly-customizable, reliable, and safer home energy systems to Massachusetts homeowners and businesses.
  • Switching seamlessly between on-grid and off-grid modes, the Enphase Energy System powered by the IQ8 Microinverter unlocks energy independence so that homeowners can use their solar power even when the grid is down.
  • Were pleased to be working with installers in Massachusetts to help homeowners get more value with the Enphase Energy System, said Dave Ranhoff, chief commercial officer at Enphase Energy.

National Grid Statement on United States Supreme Court's West Virginia v. EPA Ruling

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

 WALTHAM, Mass. , June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a fundamental role in addressing climate change through its authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. National Grid has long been supportive of the agency's ability to provide consistent control on emissions nationwide, offering certainty for business and industry as we build toward a clean energy future. While we disagree with the court's decision on this matter, National Grid will continue to play a central role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and working with our partners at the local, state, and federal level to usher in a clean energy future for our customers and communities.

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  • A statement from National Grid, US
    WALTHAM, Mass., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a fundamental role in addressing climate change through its authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
  • National Grid has long been supportive of the agency's ability to provide consistent control on emissions nationwide, offering certainty for business and industry as we build toward a clean energy future.
  • National Grid is focused on building a path to a more affordable, reliable clean energy future through our fossil-free vision .
  • National Grid is transforming our electricity and natural gas networks with smarter, cleaner, and more resilient energy solutions to meet the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.