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QIAGEN earns ACT Label for new eco-friendlier QIAwave products and achieves first My Green Lab Platinum certification

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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These new kits are the QIAwave RNA Plus Mini Kit and QIAwave DNA/RNA Mini Kit that are used in labs around the world.

Key Points: 
  • These new kits are the QIAwave RNA Plus Mini Kit and QIAwave DNA/RNA Mini Kit that are used in labs around the world.
  • In awarding the ACT (Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency) labels, My Green Lab found that the two new QIAwave products had an up to 27% improvement in the Environmental Impact Factor when compared to the respective QIAGEN standard kits.
  • QIAGEN’s R&D lab for Sample technologies at its European operational headquarters in Hilden, Germany, has achieved the Platinum certification level in a review by My Green Lab.
  • QIAGEN has set a roadmap to have all of its Life Sciences labs at the Hilden site certified by My Green Lab.

Sinch AB : Year-end report January - December 2023

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Research firm Omdia named Sinch a Leader in the Omdia Universe: CPaaS Platform Providers.

Key Points: 
  • Research firm Omdia named Sinch a Leader in the Omdia Universe: CPaaS Platform Providers.
  • Sinch has committed to short-term and long-term emission reductions in line with science-based net zero and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Sinch was positioned as a leading CPaaS provider during the year in the IDC MarketScape report and in Gartner's first Magic Quadrant report for CPaaS.
  • The cost reduction program announced in mid-2022 achieved the stated savings targets in Q2 2023 and was completed in Q3.

Sinch AB : Year-end report January - December 2023

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Research firm Omdia named Sinch a Leader in the Omdia Universe: CPaaS Platform Providers.

Key Points: 
  • Research firm Omdia named Sinch a Leader in the Omdia Universe: CPaaS Platform Providers.
  • Sinch has committed to short-term and long-term emission reductions in line with science-based net zero and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Sinch was positioned as a leading CPaaS provider during the year in the IDC MarketScape report and in Gartner's first Magic Quadrant report for CPaaS.
  • The cost reduction program announced in mid-2022 achieved the stated savings targets in Q2 2023 and was completed in Q3.

CGI's 2023 ESG Report highlights progress through responsible innovation

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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CGI also announced its global commitment to formulating targets that align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Key Points: 
  • CGI also announced its global commitment to formulating targets that align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • For the second consecutive year, CGI achieved a Platinum rating from EcoVadis for its Sustainability Performance, placing the company in the top 1% of the EcoVadis network.
  • Highlights of CGI's ESG progress include:
    43.7% of total energy from renewable sources compared to 35.6% in 2022; this includes reaching CGI's target to power 100% of its data centers by renewable electricity.
  • To read CGI's full 2023 ESG Report and to learn more about the company's initiatives, visit cgi.com/esg .

TELUS ANNOUNCES THREE-TRANCHE NOTE OFFERING

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about February 15, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about February 15, 2024.
  • The Series CAN notes are "Sustainability-Linked Bonds" issued pursuant to TELUS' Sustainability-Linked Bond Framework announced on June 14, 2021, as it may be amended, restated and/or replaced from time to time (the "Framework") and will be TELUS' sixth bond offering under the Framework.
  • The Series CAN Note offering supports TELUS' commitment to environmental sustainability by linking financing to the achievement of ambitious ESG targets.
  • TELUS' performance as well as the limited assurance report will be included in its annual Sustainability and ESG Report, or other similar report(s) as the case may be, and will be available on TELUS' website.

Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability at Berlin Packaging, set to speak at LuxePack Los Angeles and Verdantix Climate Summit North America this Month

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berlin Packaging , the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, announced today that Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability, will be speaking at two highly acclaimed events this month – LuxePack Los Angeles, and Verdantix Climate Summit North America.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berlin Packaging , the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, announced today that Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability, will be speaking at two highly acclaimed events this month – LuxePack Los Angeles, and Verdantix Climate Summit North America.
  • LuxePack Los Angeles will be held from February 14-15th, 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) in Los Angeles, California.
  • Berlin Packaging is also focused on advancing their own sustainability journey through a renewable energy commitment to cover their operations.
  • “I look forward to engaging stakeholders on how we can scale sustainability and accelerate the circular economy.”

Aviva Canada launches new program to tackle supply chain emissions

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2024 /CNW/ - Aviva Canada today announced the launch of its Net-Zero Supplier Accelerator program after a successful pilot with a small group of its suppliers.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2024 /CNW/ - Aviva Canada today announced the launch of its Net-Zero Supplier Accelerator program after a successful pilot with a small group of its suppliers.
  • Through this program, Aviva aims to bring its suppliers along on its own net-zero journey by prioritizing engagement and collaboration to understand their challenges and provide access to support and tools to meet those needs.
  • "The road to net zero is not one that any company can walk alone," says Michelle Li, VP Corporate Planning, Performance and Business Partnering, Aviva Canada.
  • "Rather than the typical request to just reduce and estimate our emissions for reporting, Aviva provided us with an action-based program rooted in real data and the support needed to implement it.

EQS-News: CDP rating: Schaeffler receives an “A” score in the climate change category

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Herzogenaurach, Germany | February 8, 2024 | Schaeffler has been awarded an “A” score in the climate change category for 2023 by the global non-profit environmental organization CDP for its commitment to corporate transparency and performance.

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  • Herzogenaurach, Germany | February 8, 2024 | Schaeffler has been awarded an “A” score in the climate change category for 2023 by the global non-profit environmental organization CDP for its commitment to corporate transparency and performance.
  • In the water category, the score was “A-”.
  • Based on data obtained from the CDP questionnaire on climate change, Schaeffler is one of the few companies assessed in 2023, numbering in excess of 21,000, to achieve an “A” score.
  • CDP scores are widely used in investment and procurement decisions with a view to achieving a climate-friendly, sustainable, and resilient economy.

Össur climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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These ambitious near-term (2030) and net-zero (2050) targets provide the company a clear guidance on where to prioritize efforts that support climate action, and are in line with what climate science deems necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Key Points: 
  • These ambitious near-term (2030) and net-zero (2050) targets provide the company a clear guidance on where to prioritize efforts that support climate action, and are in line with what climate science deems necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
  • Reflecting continuous progress on climate initiatives, Össur recently received a B score from global environmental non-profit CDP, for its disclosures on climate change.
  • Having our emissions reduction targets validated by the SBTi is a significant milestone and confirms the diligent work we are doing to minimize our environmental impact," says Sveinn Sölvason, Össur President and CEO.
  • Össur committed to the Science Based Targets initiative in May 2022, submitted its reduction targets and documentation for validation in June 2023 and received verification on 30 January 2024.

Sai Life Sciences releases its Sustainability Report 2023

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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HYDERABAD, India, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sai Life Sciences, a leading global Contract Research, Development & Manufacturing Organization (CRO/ CDMO) , released its Sustainability Report 2022-2023 .

Key Points: 
  • HYDERABAD, India, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sai Life Sciences, a leading global Contract Research, Development & Manufacturing Organization (CRO/ CDMO) , released its Sustainability Report 2022-2023 .
  • Making this announcement, Krishna Kanumuri, CEO & Managing Director, stated, “I am delighted to present our fourth successive Sustainability Report, reflecting our commitment to the sustainability journey and to conduct our business responsibly.
  • Established the 'Sustainability Governance Council' to seamlessly integrate sustainability matters into the company’s business strategy and oversee the effective enforcement of the sustainability mandate.
  • This report underscores the company’s dedication to sustainability and exemplifies the progress made, reinforcing Sai Life Sciences' position as a frontrunner in the pursuit of environmentally conscious and socially responsible business practices.