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NASA Selects First Lunar Instruments for Artemis Astronaut Deployment

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA has chosen the first science instruments designed for astronauts to deploy on the surface of the Moon during Artemis III.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA has chosen the first science instruments designed for astronauts to deploy on the surface of the Moon during Artemis III.
  • Once installed near the lunar South Pole, the three instruments will collect valuable scientific data about the lunar environment, the lunar interior, and how to sustain a long-duration human presence on the Moon, which will help prepare NASA to send astronauts to Mars.
  • "These three deployed instruments were chosen to begin scientific investigations that will address key Moon to Mars science objectives."
  • The instruments will address three Artemis science objectives: understanding planetary processes, understanding the character and origin of lunar polar volatiles, and investigating and mitigating exploration risks.

Lexitas Launches Lexitas Employee Assistance Fund (LEAF) to Support Employees Facing Hardships 

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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The Lexitas Employee Assistance Fund builds on Lexitas' SPIRITED Values and commitment to supporting employees who are experiencing hardship.

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  • The Lexitas Employee Assistance Fund builds on Lexitas' SPIRITED Values and commitment to supporting employees who are experiencing hardship.
  • "From corporate philanthropy to employee giving, and volunteering, businesses are striving to be the difference for their employees and their communities."
  • Over time, the fund will be sustained with a combination of donations from Lexitas and employees.
  • Founded in 1987, Lexitas is a leading national provider of legal and corporate support services to law firms, corporations, and insurance companies.

IDEMIA, HYPR and Wavelynx Collaborate to Launch Converged Access Card

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEMIA, the world-leading provider of secure identity and biometric solutions, announced today the development of a secure, standards-based converged access card for the enterprise access market, in collaboration with HYPR, the identity assurance company that's become the gold-standard in passwordless authentication, and Wavelynx, a leader in secure and interoperable reader and credential solutions. The creation of this one-of-a-kind smart credential will help organizations meet compliance and regulatory requirements and security best practices.

Key Points: 
  • This new converged access card serves as one badge for both physical and network access based on open and interoperable standards, using secure phishing-resistant technologies for authentication of the credentials.
  • "We are excited to see our collaboration come together in this new converged card that will set the standard for secure access solutions.
  • "The partnership with IDEMIA and Wavelynx to develop a converged access card helps to further that goal.
  • "The three-way partnership between HYPR, IDEMIA, and Wavelynx highlights the power of open standards and interoperability," said Hugo Wendling, CEO, Wavelynx.

Coalition calls for Senators to recognize the real crisis facing Canada’s bail system instead of making bail more difficult to obtain

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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However, they emphasize that responses like Bill C-48 push Canada’s bail system in a direction that will harm rather than protect the public.

Key Points: 
  • However, they emphasize that responses like Bill C-48 push Canada’s bail system in a direction that will harm rather than protect the public.
  • This will not end gender-based violence or make survivors of intimate partner violence safer.
  • “The real crisis in Canada’s bail system are the appalling conditions in our overcrowded provincial and territorial jails,” says Emilie Coyle, Executive Director of CAEFS.
  • This includes the funding of appropriate research; the implementation of an external, independent evaluation of Canada’s bail system; and the funding of community supports and social services.

Smartville Second-Life EV Battery Systems to Help Power Nissan North America

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Monday, September 11, 2023
LEAF, EV, Nissan USA, SAN, Safety, BESS, Automotive industry, Electric battery, Nissan

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartville Inc., an EV battery-repurposing innovator, has been contracted to install a 500-kilowatt-hour battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Nissan North America headquarters in Franklin, Tenn. using second-life Nissan LEAF electric vehicle battery packs.

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  • Launched today at RE+, the Smartville 360™ BESS will use retired Nissan LEAF® battery packs at Nissan's Franklin, Tennessee headquarters
    SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartville Inc., an EV battery-repurposing innovator, has been contracted to install a 500-kilowatt-hour battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Nissan North America headquarters in Franklin, Tenn. using second-life Nissan LEAF electric vehicle battery packs.
  • "Smartville is proud to join Nissan in deploying our innovative and industry-leading second-life EV battery energy storage product, Smartville 360™," said Antoni Tong, CEO of Smartville.
  • Smartville will install two of its Smartville 360™ BESS units populated with battery packs supplied by Nissan 4R Energy U.S.
  • Smartville 360™ provides critical safety, proprietary controls, and data processing systems that enable repurposed EV battery packs to cost-effectively achieve a long second-life as stationary energy storage.

Longtime LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. CEO Announces 2024 Retirement

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. ("LEAF"), a leading U.S. equipment leasing and finance company and subsidiary of M&T Bank, today announced that Crit DeMent, who led the company as CEO from its creation until earlier this year, will step away from his current position as LEAF Chairman to enjoy a well-earned retirement in 2024.

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  • Crit DeMent, who led LEAF as CEO from its creation until earlier this year, will step away from his current position as LEAF Chairman to enjoy a well-earned retirement in 2024.
  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. ("LEAF"), a leading U.S. equipment leasing and finance company and subsidiary of M&T Bank, today announced that Crit DeMent, who led the company as CEO from its creation until earlier this year, will step away from his current position as LEAF Chairman to enjoy a well-earned retirement in 2024.
  • A veteran of the equipment finance industry for more than 40 years, DeMent and former COO Miles Herman, who was recently named CEO, developed LEAF from the beginnings of an idea between two friends into one of the industry's leading independent equipment finance brands.
  • I am grateful to have called him a business partner and friend all these years, and I wish him all the best."

As the Electric Vehicle Market Matures, Mercury Underscores the Importance of Insurance

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Battery electric vehicles (EVs) have gained popularity in recent years with market share rising from a low single digit to 8% of new vehicle sales in the first quarter of 2023. Propelling this growth are more available EV products being chased by more buyers looking to enjoy the cost efficiencies EVs promise. As consideration grows for EVs, Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) has some advice on the insurance implications between EVs and Internal Combustion Engine vehicles (ICEs), an important factor in the "total cost of ownership" equation.

Key Points: 
  • Propelling this growth are more available EV products being chased by more buyers looking to enjoy the cost efficiencies EVs promise.
  • As consideration grows for EVs, Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) has some advice on the insurance implications between EVs and Internal Combustion Engine vehicles (ICEs), an important factor in the "total cost of ownership" equation.
  • What we're finding is that the added technology in EVs that make them appealing is also making some of them more expensive to repair," said Chong Gao, Mercury Insurance Director of Research & Development.
  • When the time comes to shop for the next new vehicle, Mercury Insurance experts recommend considering all aspects of your purchase.

2024 Nissan LEAF Pricing Starts at $28,140

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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The 2024 Nissan LEAF is on sale now with a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)1 of $28,140.

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  • The 2024 Nissan LEAF is on sale now with a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)1 of $28,140.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626384027/en/
    2024 Nissan LEAF pricing starts at $28,140 (Photo: Business Wire)
    Nissan LEAF was recently refreshed for the 2023 model year with an updated exterior design and streamlined model lineup of LEAF S and LEAF SV PLUS, representing the most-requested customer configurations.
  • LEAF SV PLUS has a 60-kWh battery with up to 212 miles of range.
  • Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices1 for the 2024 Nissan LEAF:

UpScapers Unveils First-Ever Ceramic Tile System for Installation Directly on Roof Membrane

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roofingreen Dbase is an innovative system that combines the experience of the LEAF artificial turf rooftop tile model with expanded material possibilities to create an outdoor ceramic tile landscape. The distinctive feature of this system consists of the low-height Roofingreen draining base, which holds a ceramic 1 cm thick ceramic tile. Through this combination, an innovative solution has been created that allows for the creation of beautiful yet perfectly draining ceramic surfaces with a total 2.8 cm height.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roofingreen Dbase is an innovative system that combines the experience of the LEAF artificial turf rooftop tile model with expanded material possibilities to create an outdoor ceramic tile landscape.
  • The distinctive feature of this system consists of the low-height Roofingreen draining base, which holds a ceramic 1 cm thick ceramic tile.
  • This is a great product to bring under the UpScapers banner and offers us potential in all the markets we serve.
  • Its features make it the perfect choice for any project that requires beautiful pleasing yet highly practical solutions.

Miles Herman Named LEAF CEO, Crit DeMent Serves as Chairman

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. ("LEAF"), a leading U.S. equipment leasing and finance company and subsidiary of M&T Bank, today announced that Miles Herman, formerly LEAF President and COO, is assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer, with former CEO Crit DeMent continuing to serve the company as Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. ("LEAF") announced that Miles Herman, formerly LEAF President and COO, is assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer, with former CEO Crit DeMent continuing to serve the company as Chairman.
  • PHILADELPHIA, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. ("LEAF"), a leading U.S. equipment leasing and finance company and subsidiary of M&T Bank, today announced that Miles Herman, formerly LEAF President and COO, is assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer, with former CEO Crit DeMent continuing to serve the company as Chairman.
  • "It's been a privilege to work with Crit as we've built LEAF from inception to now being part of the 11th largest bank in the country," said Herman.
  • Veterans of the industry for nearly 40 years, DeMent and Herman founded LEAF in 2001.