Eco-innovation

Braskem and SCG Chemicals join forces to advance in the bio-based Ethylene project in Thailand

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Braskem, the leading global biopolymer producer, and SCG Chemicals, a leading petrochemical company in Thailand and Southeast Asia, have signed a joint venture (JV) agreement to create Braskem Siam Company Limited.

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  • Braskem, the leading global biopolymer producer, and SCG Chemicals, a leading petrochemical company in Thailand and Southeast Asia, have signed a joint venture (JV) agreement to create Braskem Siam Company Limited.
  • The technology results from the partnership agreement between Lummus Technology LLC and Braskem B.V. to develop and license this technology.
  • SCG Chemicals will provide expertise in high-quality polyethylene grades for different applications, operational excellence in polyethylene manufacturing and market reach in Southeast Asia.
  • The project will be located in Map Ta Phut, Rayong, Thailand.

DENSO Receives Highest Rating from CDP in "Climate Change" and "Water Security"

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

This is the first time DENSO has been selected for the "A-List" in the area of "Climate Change" and the second consecutive time in the area of "Water Security."

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  • This is the first time DENSO has been selected for the "A-List" in the area of "Climate Change" and the second consecutive time in the area of "Water Security."
  • DENSO also promotes initiatives in the 3 areas of "Monozukuri (manufacturing)," "Mobility Products," and "Energy Use" to realize a carbon-neutral society.
  • DENSO believes that its multifaceted efforts have contributed to its selection for the "A-List."
  • DENSO remains committed to enhancing its corporate value and contributing to the realization of a sustainable society through sustainability management.

Delaware County Court Finds Greener Shingles Guilty of Deceptive Trade Practices, Major Legal Victory for Competitor Roof Maxx

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Monday, November 7, 2022

Roof Maxx was awarded $7,838,268 in damages and $164, 119.14 in attorney fees by Delaware County Court judge, James P. Schuck.

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  • Roof Maxx was awarded $7,838,268 in damages and $164, 119.14 in attorney fees by Delaware County Court judge, James P. Schuck.
  • This case resulted from Roof Maxx alleging that Greener Shingles and its owner were deceptively misleading businesses and consumers about the effectiveness of Roof Maxx's roof rejuvenation product.
  • Roof Maxx also contended that before and during litigation Greener Shingles destroyed evidence such as emails and other electronic communications.
  • When used every five years, Roof Maxx can extend the life of a roof by as many as 15 additional years.

VANTIVA Demonstrates Next Generation CPE to Help NSPs Push the Edge in Bringing New Applications and Services to the Connected Home Market at IBC 2022

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Friday, September 9, 2022

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VANTIVA, the brand that will replace the Technicolor corporate name by the end of September, is making its debut during IBC 2022, which is being held from September 9th to September 12th at the RAI in Amsterdam.

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  • VANTIVA experts and executives will be on hand during the conference and exposition to showcase connected home technologies and applications that are embedded in broadband customer premises equipment (CPE).
  • VANTIVA will showcase offerings that focus on delivering innovative and immersive experiences to consumers as well as dedicated analytical software solutions.
  • Our relationships with the film and entertainment industry goes back over 100 years by providing end-to-end solutions for our clients.
  • VANTIVA is committed to the highest standards of corporate social responsibility and sustainability across all aspects of their operations.

Gradiant Earns Top Rankings in the Real Leaders ECO Innovation and Great Place to Work Awards

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Our awards from Real Leaders and Great Place to Work are a testament to the innovation culture and sustainability impact of Gradiant, said Anurag Bajpayee, Co-Founder and CEO of Gradiant.

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  • Our awards from Real Leaders and Great Place to Work are a testament to the innovation culture and sustainability impact of Gradiant, said Anurag Bajpayee, Co-Founder and CEO of Gradiant.
  • We look forward to furthering our workplace culture and employee experience efforts using the data from the Great Place to Work survey.
  • The Real Leaders ECO Innovation award honors companies applying innovative environmental solutions for the greater good.
  • Gradiant Singapore was named a Great Place to Work for 2022 to 2023, chosen from anonymous employee surveys.

Business for climate: young leaders from Ghana wanted

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

The programme, AGYLE, is aimed at building a business network for young business leaders from Germany and selected countries of the Compact with Africa initiative.

Key Points: 
  • The programme, AGYLE, is aimed at building a business network for young business leaders from Germany and selected countries of the Compact with Africa initiative.
  • Young leaders up to 40 years of age from Germany as well as Ghana, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tunisia from the fields of business, politics, media and international cooperation can now apply for the 2022 "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business" programme.
  • The 2022 digital AGYLE week: programme and business network
    An international jury will select 40 young leaders 20 from Germany and a total of 20 from Ghana, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tunisia.
  • AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, connects up-and-coming leaders from Germany and Africa to establish a sustainable business network and promote the development of innovative ideas and business models.

Business for climate: young leaders from Tunisia wanted

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

The programme, AGYLE, is aimed at building a business network for young business leaders from Germany and selected countries of the Compact with Africa initiative.

Key Points: 
  • The programme, AGYLE, is aimed at building a business network for young business leaders from Germany and selected countries of the Compact with Africa initiative.
  • Young leaders up to 40 years of age from Germany as well as Tunisia, Ghana, Ethiopia and Rwanda from the fields of business, politics, media and international cooperation can now apply for the 2022 "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business" programme.
  • The 2022 digital AGYLE week: programme and business network
    An international jury will select 40 young leaders 20 from Germany and a total of 20 from Tunisia, Ghana, Ethiopia and Rwanda.
  • AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, connects up-and-coming leaders from Germany and Africa to establish a sustainable business network and promote the development of innovative ideas and business models.

KKR Names Eco-Innovation Award Winners

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020

KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced three winners of the Firms fourth KKR Eco-Innovation Award , naming Apple Leisure Group in First Place and Ramky Enviro Engineers Limited and Renaissance Parc Development as Runners-Up.

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  • KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced three winners of the Firms fourth KKR Eco-Innovation Award , naming Apple Leisure Group in First Place and Ramky Enviro Engineers Limited and Renaissance Parc Development as Runners-Up.
  • Launched in 2016, KKRs Eco-Innovation Award recognizes current projects by KKRs portfolio companies that provide innovative, environmentally beneficial solutions while creating business value.
  • As winners of the Eco-Innovation Award, each company will receive a financial prize to advance their environmental initiatives in addition to relevant project support from KKR.
  • For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR's website at www.kkr.com and on Twitter @KKR_Co.