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Forecasting Healthy Futures Announces 2nd Annual Summit on Climate & Health

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forecasting Healthy Futures , in partnership with Reaching the Last Mile, is pleased to announce its second annual Forecasting Healthy Futures Global Summit to be held 18 to 20 June, 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forecasting Healthy Futures , in partnership with Reaching the Last Mile, is pleased to announce its second annual Forecasting Healthy Futures Global Summit to be held 18 to 20 June, 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
  • The Summit, in June, offers a critical opportunity to facilitate discussions among stakeholders from around the world, ahead of COP29, about the links between climate change and health, including through topics such as mental health, WASH, food systems, financing, urban resilience, and the health workforce.
  • Participants expected to attend include climate and health policymakers, ministry staff in Health, Climate, Environment, and Finance, technical experts and health practitioners, leaders in business and civil society, researchers and innovators, donors and multilateral institution decision-makers, and others working at the intersection of climate and health.
  • The FHF Global Summit strives to work closely with each year's incoming COP Presidency and therefore holds the annual Summit in that year's hosting country.

WASH Multifamily Laundry Systems Licenses PayRange Mobile Payment Technology for the WASH-Connect App

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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PORTLAND, Ore., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PayRange Inc., an innovator in mobile payment solutions and hardware for automated retail, has entered into a non-exclusive licensing arrangement with WASH Multifamily Laundry Systems, LLC (WASH).

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PayRange Inc., an innovator in mobile payment solutions and hardware for automated retail, has entered into a non-exclusive licensing arrangement with WASH Multifamily Laundry Systems, LLC (WASH).
  • WASH is one of the country's largest providers of laundry facilities management services serving apartment properties, condos, college and university residence halls, military bases, and other multi-housing sectors.
  • This agreement licenses PayRange's patents for use with the WASH-Connect Mobile Payment App.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, a licensing fee per mobile transaction will be assessed for use of the licensed mobile application payment technology.

Rainmaker Worldwide Announces Formation of New Advisory Board

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Canada, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Rainmaker Worldwide Inc (OTC: RAKR), a global leader in innovative water technology solutions, is pleased to announce the formation of its new Advisory Board, comprising industry experts and seasoned executives.

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  • PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Canada, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Rainmaker Worldwide Inc (OTC: RAKR), a global leader in innovative water technology solutions, is pleased to announce the formation of its new Advisory Board, comprising industry experts and seasoned executives.
  • This advisory board will provide invaluable guidance as Rainmaker continues its mission to revolutionize the water industry and expand its global footprint.
  • Michael O'Connor, Chairman and CEO of Rainmaker Worldwide Inc, commented on the formation of the Advisory Board, stating, "We are delighted to welcome Scott Heffner, Ben Kaczmarek, Peter Roebuck, and Michael Skinner to Rainmaker's Advisory Board.
  • Rainmaker Worldwide looks forward to the valuable contributions of its Advisory Board as it continues to lead the way in providing sustainable water solutions to communities worldwide.

Xylem, UNICEF Deepen Partnership to Deliver Vital Water Solutions in Horn of Africa

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Climate extremes threaten progress towards the UN’s SDG 6 – ensuring clean water and sanitation for all.

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  • Climate extremes threaten progress towards the UN’s SDG 6 – ensuring clean water and sanitation for all.
  • “Xylem Watermark is powered by the collective action of our customers, colleagues, and partners like UNICEF, who share a commitment to advancing water security for all,” Vincent Chirouze, Managing Director for Xylem Africa, said.
  • Local utility staff will receive hands-on training and up-skilling, and UNICEF will support utilities in the areas of finance and governance.
  • "Across Sub-Saharan Africa, over 250 million people still lack access to safe drinking water,” said Kitka Goyol, Regional Adviser, WASH and Climate, UNICEF.

Orbia Releases Annual Impact Report, Highlighting Strong Progress on Sustainability-Driven Agenda

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.

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  • de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.
  • “Amidst challenging conditions and a changing global landscape, Orbia remains committed to its purpose to advance life around the world.
  • Orbia’s strong progress toward its impact goals continues to receive accolades.
  • To read the full 2023 Impact Report, visit the reporting hub here: https://sustainability.orbia.com/ .

Ecolab Watermark™ Study Reveals Global Generational Gap on Access to Clean and Safe Water

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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Data from a global study commissioned by Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, and conducted in partnership with Morning Consult, has revealed that the level and immediacy of clean and safe water concerns varies across generations.

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  • Data from a global study commissioned by Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, and conducted in partnership with Morning Consult, has revealed that the level and immediacy of clean and safe water concerns varies across generations.
  • Still, safe water emerges as one of the foremost environmental concerns for most generations, alongside other critical global issues such as pollution and climate change.
  • As a global leader in water management and solutions, Ecolab recognizes the role businesses play in forging a safer, more prosperous future.
  • Ecolab continued to grow its Ecolab Water for Climate™ program, which is designed to help companies advance sustainable business growth while meeting climate and water goals.

Cargill and Water.org Announce $2.1 Million Partnership to Provide Access to Safe Water and Sanitation

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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To help expand water access, Cargill has committed $2.1 million in funding to Water.org , a global nonprofit focused on removing the financial barriers between people living in poverty and access to safe water.

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  • To help expand water access, Cargill has committed $2.1 million in funding to Water.org , a global nonprofit focused on removing the financial barriers between people living in poverty and access to safe water.
  • “Our partnership with Water.org will help drive innovative solutions across Indonesia and the Philippines that can transform access to safe water and sanitation.
  • Out of its population of 115 million people, 60 million people, nearly half the population, lack access to safe water, and 43 million people, more than a third of the population, lack access to a safe toilet.
  • “By investing in this project, Cargill recognizes the importance of providing access to safe water and sanitation.

Las Vegas Sands Announces $500,000 Donation to The WASH Foundation

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) has contributed $500,000 through Sands Cares to The WASH Foundation, an evolution of the Clean the World Foundation, bringing the company's total contributions to the nonprofit organization to more than $5.6 million since kicking off the partnership.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) has contributed $500,000 through Sands Cares to The WASH Foundation, an evolution of the Clean the World Foundation, bringing the company's total contributions to the nonprofit organization to more than $5.6 million since kicking off the partnership.
  • After working with Clean the World for the collection and recycling of discarded hygiene amenities at the company's resorts, Sands provided its first donation to the foundation in 2014.
  • The company has worked with The WASH Foundation to distribute 4.1 million bars of soap to people in need.
  • To learn more about Sands' corporate responsibility initiatives and other global Sands Cares community engagement priorities, visit https://www.sands.com/responsibility .

Xylem Teams Up with Partners and Communities Globally to Accelerate Progress on Water Security in 2023

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.

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  • In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.
  • Colleagues participated in skills-based volunteer initiatives, designing and implementing WASH solutions for underserved communities, and building capacity through training and mentorship.
  • “Xylem Watermark draws on the collective power of Xylem’s team, our customers, channel partners, suppliers, and the nonprofit community, to further our mission to solve water.
  • Together, we have a unique opportunity to advance water security for all and our colleagues and partners continue to step up for SDG6,” Austin Alexander, Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact at Xylem, said.

XPEL UNVEILS FIRST-EVER WINDSHIELD FILM AND NEW CARE PRODUCTS FOR RELIABLE SURFACE PROTECTION

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, XPEL, Inc. (Nasdaq: XPEL) a global leader in paint protection film, ceramic coatings, window tint films, and more, unveiled several exciting products that elevate the industry standard in asset protection, including XPEL's first-ever Windshield Protection Film and additions to their surface care product line.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, XPEL , Inc. (Nasdaq: XPEL) a global leader in paint protection film, ceramic coatings, window tint films, and more, unveiled several exciting products that elevate the industry standard in asset protection, including XPEL's first-ever Windshield Protection Film and additions to their surface care product line.
  • For the first time in the company's history, XPEL is offering Windshield Protection Film.
  • XPEL Windshield Protection Film is a high-quality film with excellent optical clarity that does not reduce visibility or impact how windshield sensors perform.
  • For more information about XPEL's products or to purchase care products and find a dealer for Windshield Protection Film installation, please visit www.XPEL.com .