Climate Leadership Council

New York State Small Business Owner Molly Bakewell Chamberlin Re-Appointed to National Small Business Association Leadership and Technology Councils

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Based in Washington, D.C., NSBA is the nation's oldest non-partisan small business advocacy organization.

Key Points: 
  • Based in Washington, D.C., NSBA is the nation's oldest non-partisan small business advocacy organization.
  • The NSBA Leadership Council provides valuable networking opportunities while ensuring that small business owners have a vital seat at the table, as Congress and regulators take up key small business proposals.
  • Notes NSBA president and CEO, Todd McCracken, "Molly Bakewell Chamberlin has been a tremendous asset to the NSBA and our various Councils.
  • To learn more about Molly Bakewell Chamberlin, visit her LinkedIn profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollychamberlin/ To learn more about Embassy Global, visit www.embassyglobalpr.com .

Innovation1 Biotech Appoints Frederick E. Pierce, II to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

Mr. Pierce is a serial biotech entrepreneur with more than 20 years of senior leadership and operating experience in building successful biotech companies.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Pierce is a serial biotech entrepreneur with more than 20 years of senior leadership and operating experience in building successful biotech companies.
  • He is the CEO and co-founder of Decoy Therapeutics, a pharmaceutical company that has created a rapid antivirals development platform.
  • As a board member of the Canadian Entrepreneurs of New England, he serves as Chairman of the Life Sciences Leadership Council.
  • Mr. Pierce brings a wealth of experience to our Board of Directors.

GreenPower Appoints Leonard Bus Sales as a School Bus Dealer for the State of New York

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Monday, August 22, 2022

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV) ("GreenPower"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of zero-emission, electric-powered, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, today announced the appointment of Leonard Bus Sales Inc. ("Leonard") as a dealer for GreenPower's BEAST Type D and Nano BEAST Type A all-electric school buses for the state of New York.

Key Points: 
  • Leonard has five locations and will have an exclusive appointment for the state of New York except for eight counties representing the New York City area, which will be non-exclusive.
  • Leonard has initially agreed to purchase two BEAST and two Nano BEAST school buses from GreenPower for customers and demonstrations.
  • "We are excited to be working with Leonard who is a proven school bus dealer in the state of New York, which has approximately 50,000 school buses in operations," said Michael Perez, Vice President School Bus, Contracts and Grants of GreenPower.
  • Congratulations to GreenPower Motor Company and Leonard Bus Sales on this exciting partnership that will provide more electric zero-emission school bus options for our state's school districts and transportation providers."

NEW: National Clean Energy Week (NCEW) Releases Sneak-Peak List of Keynote Speakers, Panel Topics

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Friday, August 19, 2022

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking six weeks away, National Clean Energy Week (NCEW) today announced its first slate of speakers for the 2022 NCEW Policy Makers Symposium.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking six weeks away, National Clean Energy Week (NCEW) today announced its first slate of speakers for the 2022 NCEW Policy Makers Symposium.
  • "We are honored to welcome these clean energy experts to share their expertise during National Clean Energy Week," said Heather Reams, NCEW Chair and President of CRES Forum.
  • "The sixth annual celebration of NCEW is shaping up to be an unforgettable experience, and this list of impressive speakers is a testament to that.
  • National Clean Energy Week (NCEW), described by POLITICO as "a veritable who's who of the Clean Energy World," is an annual awareness week to recognize the value of clean energy including abundant job opportunities, economic growth, energy independence, consumer choice, lower energy prices, and a cleaner environment.

Rise Light & Power Announces Landmark Proposal to Replace Gigawatts of NYC Fossil Fuel Power Generation with Offshore Wind Energy

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

It also follows Governor Kathy Hochuls landmark announcement of New Yorks third offshore wind solicitation, which will procure at least 2 GW of offshore wind energy.

Key Points: 
  • It also follows Governor Kathy Hochuls landmark announcement of New Yorks third offshore wind solicitation, which will procure at least 2 GW of offshore wind energy.
  • As home to New York Citys largest power generator, there are countless reasons to interconnect gigawatts of new offshore wind energy at the Ravenswood site, said Clint Plummer, Chief Executive Officer of Rise Light & Power.
  • This proposal has the potential to transform the smokestacks of Big Allis into an offshore wind and renewable energy hub.
  • The Renewable Ravenswood vision, including this proposal to bring new offshore wind resources to Queens, will directly replace fossil fuel generation while minimizing impacts to public waterfront resources.

Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. Investors: Company Investigated by the Portnoy Law Firm

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (“Greenidge” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: GREE) investors that the firm has initiated an investigation into possible securities fraud and may file a class action on behalf of investors. Greenidge investors that lost money on their investment are encouraged to contact Lesley Portnoy, Esq.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, July 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (Greenidge or the Company) (NASDAQ: GREE) investors that the firm has initiated an investigation into possible securities fraud and may file a class action on behalf of investors.
  • Greenidge investors that lost money on their investment are encouraged to contact Lesley Portnoy, Esq.
  • The Portnoy Law Firm can provide a complimentary case evaluation and discuss investors options for pursuing claims to recover their losses.
  • The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

INVESTIGATION NOTICE: The Schall Law Firm Encourages Investors in Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

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Monday, July 11, 2022

The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (Greenidge or the Company) (NASDAQ: GREE ) for violations of the securities laws.

Key Points: 
  • The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (Greenidge or the Company) (NASDAQ: GREE ) for violations of the securities laws.
  • The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.
  • The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ("DEC") issued a statement about Greenidge on June 30, 2022.
  • The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

INVESTIGATION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Encourages Investors in Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

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Friday, July 8, 2022

The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (Greenidge or the Company) (NASDAQ: GREE ) for violations of the securities laws.

Key Points: 
  • The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (Greenidge or the Company) (NASDAQ: GREE ) for violations of the securities laws.
  • The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.
  • The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ("DEC") issued a statement about Greenidge on June 30, 2022.
  • The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

Hormel Foods Announces New Regenerative Agriculture Initiatives

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

AUSTIN, Minn., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, along with its subsidiary Applegate Farms LLC, is leading the way in supporting farmers who employ regenerative agriculture practices, a holistic system of farming that encourages continuous innovation and soil improvement using techniques such as minimal or no soil tillage, regular crop rotation and cover cropping.

Key Points: 
  • Assistance from Hormel Foods and other participants will help provide financial incentives for farmers to participate in the project and adopt regenerative agriculture practices.
  • Furthering regenerative agriculture is part of the Hormel Foods 20 By 30 Challenge , a set of 20 aggressive environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals the company intends to reach by 2030.
  • "Regenerative agriculture requires an essential mental shift from the way we currently think about farming it's not the cow, it's the how," said Gina Asoudegan, who leads the mission and regenerative agriculture initiatives at Applegate and is also a member of Land to Market's Regenerative Leadership Council.
  • These projects have allowed Hormel Foods to advance its regenerative agriculture initiatives and will help the company reach its goal to match 100% of its domestic energy use with renewable sourcing by the end of 2022.

Lyndra Therapeutics President and Chief Operations Officer Jessica Ballinger Named to National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Lyndra Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company working to make daily pills a thing of the past, today announced that President and Chief Operations Officer Jess Ballinger has been named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council, joining other advocates from across the country as they work to promote the interests of small business to policymakers in Washington, D.C.

Key Points: 
  • Lyndra Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company working to make daily pills a thing of the past, today announced that President and Chief Operations Officer Jess Ballinger has been named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council, joining other advocates from across the country as they work to promote the interests of small business to policymakers in Washington, D.C.
  • Im honored to join the NSBA Leadership Council and to be able to bring my passion for science and DE&I to this team of expert small-business leaders.
  • I am proud to have Jess Ballinger as part of our Leadership Council, stated NSBA President and CEO Todd McCracken.
  • Lyndra is focused on commercializing therapies in central nervous system (CNS) disorders , which would most benefit from dramatically reduced dosing frequency.