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Avangrid Submits Multiple Proposals for Transformative New England Wind Projects to Regional Offshore Wind Solicitation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.

Key Points: 
  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.
  • Avangrid submitted a bid for New England Wind 1, a second bid for New England Wind 1 and 2 combined, and additional bids for single-state procurements in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
  • “In powering up the first-in-the-nation Vineyard Wind 1 project, Avangrid proved that American offshore wind is possible.
  • New England Wind 1 will create more than 4,400 full-time equivalent jobs, and bring $3 billion of direct investment to the region.

EDP Renewables North America and Volt Energy Utility Announce Solar Project with Microsoft Focused on Environmental Justice & Resiliency Building

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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HOUSTON, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) and Volt Energy Utility, announced a partnership today launching the development of Hickory Solar Park (Hickory), a 110 MWac photovoltaic (PV) project located near Jerseyville, Illinois. Microsoft has agreed to purchase electricity and renewable energy credits (RECs) for fifteen years from the project. This arrangement drives concrete action toward the three companies' shared commitment to an equitable and just transition of the electric power sector.i

Key Points: 
  • Microsoft has agreed to purchase electricity and renewable energy credits (RECs) for fifteen years from the project.
  • With this EJ PPA, Hickory will contribute funding to enable the Sharing the Power Foundation to administer funds to mission-aligned programs.
  • "We are pleased to work with EDP Renewables and Volt Energy in reducing our environmental impact, and helping under-resourced communities build climate resilience," noted Kourtney Nelson, Senior Director of Renewable Energy Procurement, Microsoft.
  • In addition to the Hickory announcement, Microsoft also recently executed power purchase agreements at EDPR's Wolf Run Solar Park (140MWac, Illinois) and Cattlemen Solar Park II (150MWac, Texas).

Institute for Sustainable Communities Selected as National Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaker by the U.S. EPA

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Montpelier, Vermont, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Montpelier, VT – The Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC) is excited to announce its selection as a National Grantmaker for the Eastern region receiving $50,000,000 under EPA's Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking (EJ TCGM) program.

Key Points: 
  • Montpelier, Vermont, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Montpelier, VT – The Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC) is excited to announce its selection as a National Grantmaker for the Eastern region receiving $50,000,000 under EPA's Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking (EJ TCGM) program.
  • The goal of this program is to make it easier for small, community-based organizations—particularly those with low capacity or resources—to access federal environmental justice funding.
  • "ISC is thrilled to work with the EPA to support its national Environmental Justice Grantmaking efforts alongside our partners.
  • "Emerald Cities Collaborative looks forward to working with the Institute for Sustainable Communities and collaborating with ISC's partners," said Meishka L. Mitchell, President & CEO.

American Addiction Centers Announces New CEO Leadership

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Addiction Centers (AAC) announced today the promotion of two of its healthcare executives, Dr. David Hans and Ellen-Jo Boschert, to the role of Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Key Points: 
  • BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Addiction Centers (AAC) announced today the promotion of two of its healthcare executives, Dr. David Hans and Ellen-Jo Boschert, to the role of Chief Executive Officer of the company.
  • They succeed the former CEO, Dr. Tom Britton.
  • AAC thanks Dr. Britton for his leadership and contribution to the company’s success.
  • "As one of the nation's top addiction treatment providers, we are proud to announce that American Addiction Centers is in the hands of two of the most experienced and dedicated leaders in the industry," said Bowen Diehl, Chairman of the AAC Board of Directors.

Stericycle Publishes 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL), a leading provider of regulated medical waste management and secure information destruction solutions, today published its 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report, which highlights the company's progress in prioritizing safety and sustainability, while advancing its strategic Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The report includes updates on data and initiatives from January 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, and outlines forward-looking global ESG targets.

Key Points: 
  • Company highlights progress on environmental improvements, employee support, and the release of initial global ESG targets focused on forward-looking impact
    BANNOCKBURN, Ill., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL), a leading provider of regulated medical waste management and secure information destruction solutions, today published its 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report , which highlights the company's progress in prioritizing safety and sustainability, while advancing its strategic Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
  • The report includes updates on data and initiatives from January 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, and outlines forward-looking global ESG targets.
  • "We will continue to be strategic in our approach to corporate social responsibility by prioritizing data-based solutions, accuracy and transparency to make a real and valuable impact on the world."
  • To learn more about Stericycle and its sustainability efforts, please download the company's 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Report .

MoveEV and Healthy Babies Bright Future (HBBF) Team Up to Create Awareness About The Harmful Health Impacts of Gas Vehicles’ Toxic Tailpipe Emissions, Provide Five-Step Plan to Help Make Cities Healthier for Kids

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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The MoveEV and HBBF’s five-step plan for municipalities to limit tailpipe toxins and provide a healthier environment for residents includes:

Key Points: 
  • The MoveEV and HBBF’s five-step plan for municipalities to limit tailpipe toxins and provide a healthier environment for residents includes:
    Educating municipal employees and residents about the generous EV tax incentives and EV choices (e.g.
  • with EV demo days)
    “ Transportation is the leading cause of air pollution in U.S. cities and disproportionately affects children in EJ communities and low-income households,” explains Kyra Naumoff Shields, PhD, the Bright Cities Program Director for Healthy Babies Bright Futures.
  • “When people think about the many benefits of electric vehicles, they rarely - if ever - are making the connection to children’s health outcomes,” explains Kate Harrison, Co-Founder and Head of Marketing for MoveEV.
  • We want municipal leaders to know they are not alone in the fight for a greener future and there are resources available to help them make this transition,” said MoveEV Founder and CEO David Lewis.

iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Podcast Network Launch Comedy Creators Program, “Big Money Players Circle,” During Radio Takeover Hour

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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“From the time I was a wee baby boy, in fact before I ever uttered my first words, I have always dreamt of assembling a team of comedians as funny and talented as the Big Money Players Circle,” said Ferrell. “Now, to officially announce the Circle over the RADIO WAVES -- which mankind has used to announce such momentous occasions as the first man landing on the moon, Dan Quayle's VP Nomination and the score of last night's LAFC game -- is a dream bigger than Baby Will could have ever dreamt.”

Key Points: 
  • iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Podcast Network (BMP) today announced the “Big Money Players Circle.” Will Ferrell has hand selected the freshest and funniest social sensations to join the BMP network and be showcased across iHeartMedia’s vast multi-platform ecosystem.
  • The Big Money Players Circle will be announced during the first-ever “The Big Money Players Comedy Hour Presented by Straight Talk Wireless,” which will broadcast across iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide today, October 5, at 7 p.m. local time.
  • Their first initiative as Circle members will see them create custom comedic work for presenting sponsor Straight Talk Wireless.
  • All BMP podcasts are executive produced by Will Ferrell and iHeartMedia and are distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network.

The 2023 Babst Calland Report - Legal and Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities for the Energy Industry

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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PITTSBURGH and WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Law firm Babst Calland today published its 13th annual energy industry report: The 2023 Babst Calland Report – Legal & Regulatory Perspectives for the Energy Industry. The Report provides insights on some of the most critical issues facing the industry.

Key Points: 
  • Senator John Barrasso
    PITTSBURGH and WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Law firm Babst Calland today published its 13th annual energy industry report: The 2023 Babst Calland Report – Legal & Regulatory Perspectives for the Energy Industry.
  • Senator Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, who is at the forefront on federal energy policy.
  • Joseph K. Reinhart, shareholder and co-chair of Babst Calland's Energy and Natural Resources Group, said, "The U.S. energy sector remains as dynamic as ever.
  • The Babst Calland Report is provided for informational purposes for our clients and friends and does not constitute legal advice.

Need to Create a Bird Habitat? Call a Professional Logger.

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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NATCHITOCHES, La., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Loggers Council (ALC) and American Bird Conservancy (ABC) toured a site near Natchitoches, Louisiana, to discuss the essential role logging and loggers play in maintaining healthy ecosystems for bird habitats. In attendance were David Cupp, Walsh Timber and ALC Secretary/Treasurer; Kevin Smith, ALC Communications Director; Jeremy Poirer, International Paper Biologist; Enyart Mitchell and Joe Cooper of Echo Forestry, and EJ Williams of the American Bird Conservancy.

Key Points: 
  • Sustainably managed forests with periodic logging by professional loggers create the habitat for multiple bird species and many other plants and animals.
  • She used her vast knowledge to discuss the importance of logging and forest management in maintaining healthy bird habitats.
  • Also, when loggers leave wide forest buffers along streams and rivers, they protect water quality and provide essential bird habitats.
  • Sustainably managed forests with periodic logging by professional loggers create the habitat for multiple bird species and many other plants and animals.

Andrew Entwistle and Heather Harrington to Open New Scoop Soldiers Franchise in San Antonio, TX

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scoop Soldiers, the pet waste removal franchise that aims to help pet owners and their four-legged friends by taking on the dirty work of pet ownership, is expanding in San Antonio. Recognized as 1 of the Top 150 New & Emerging franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine, the 40-plus unit and counting franchise is opening in San Antonio on August 1, 2023. The opening comes as Scoop Soldiers continues to grow around the United States as the global market for pet-related services is expected to reach $350 billion by 2027.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scoop Soldiers, the pet waste removal franchise that aims to help pet owners and their four-legged friends by taking on the dirty work of pet ownership, is expanding in San Antonio.
  • The new business is owned and operated by Andrew Entwistle and Heather Harrington, who are excited to introduce Scoop Soldiers to the local community.
  • "We're excited to officially open for business in San Antonio," said EJ McCoy, Co-Founder of Scoop Soldiers.
  • "We can't wait for Entwistle and Harrington to introduce Scoop Soldiers to the local community, and their pets.