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Edible Garden Announces Research Partnership with the New Jersey Institute of Technology, the USDA, and the Environmental Protection Agency to Study Nanobubble Technology

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, "We are excited about joining forces with NJIT, USDA, and EPA in this research partnership, as their commercial partner.

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  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, "We are excited about joining forces with NJIT, USDA, and EPA in this research partnership, as their commercial partner.
  • The EPA (P2) funded partnership will focus on studying the use of nanobubble technology in a CEA environment.
  • Nanobubble technology has the potential to revolutionize plant nutrition, providing more nutritious plants with longer shelf lives, which could greatly benefit Edible Garden's products."
  • We look forward to working with them to gain a deeper understanding of the effects of nanobubble technology on plant growth.”

The Breakthrough Institute Opens Washington DC Office to Bring Ecomodernist Ideas to Conversations About Public Investment, Regulations and Trade Policy

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Breakthrough’s Washington staff will focus on bringing ecomodernist ideas to conversations about public investment, regulation and trade policy.

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  • Breakthrough’s Washington staff will focus on bringing ecomodernist ideas to conversations about public investment, regulation and trade policy.
  • Mr. Jaffe joins Breakthrough after working at the Department of Justice, the Environmental Protection Agency, and, most recently, 20 years at the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
  • Mr. Nunes was previously a policy director at the R Street Institute and a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
  • Breakthrough is committed to delivering on these solutions and I am excited to be part of this journey,” said Nunes.

Weed Science Societies Share Information-Packed Agenda for Upcoming Joint Annual Meeting

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Monday, January 9, 2023

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) announced details of its upcoming joint annual meeting with the Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), to be held January 30 through February 2 in Arlington, Virginia.

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  • The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) announces details of its upcoming joint annual meeting with the Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), to be held January 30 through February 2 in Arlington, Virginia.
  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) announced details of its upcoming joint annual meeting with the Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), to be held January 30 through February 2 in Arlington, Virginia.
  • For the third year, a "Women in Weed Science" networking event will be offered and is open to both weed science professionals and students attending the conference.
  • In addition, there will be sessions on agronomic, aquatic, biology/ecology, horticulture, and natural area weed science research.

Calsense wins Irrigation Association's New Product award for Irrigation Management as a Service innovation

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Irrigation Management as a Service™ (IMaaS™), the innovative subscription-style smart irrigation system deployment option from industry pioneer Calsense, has won the Silver Award in the Irrigation Association's 2022 New Product Contest.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Irrigation Management as a Service (IMaaS) , the innovative subscription-style smart irrigation system deployment option from industry pioneer Calsense, has won the Silver Award in the Irrigation Association's 2022 New Product Contest.
  • The prestigious award, in the competition's Landscape Irrigation category, was announced on Thursday, Dec. 8 at the Irrigation Show and Education Week in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Mike Haldane, Director of Commercial Operations at Calsense, said IMaaS was developed to address three critical issues.
  • "Climate change is happening faster than even recently predicted, and the megadrought in the western United States is severe," he said.

Fragrance Creators Showcases 2022 Impacts Delivered for Business and Consumers During Its First In-Person Annual Meeting in Two Years

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

They highlighted Fragrance Creators' recent study in this area and future plans to continue the work in this important area to educate consumers.

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  • They highlighted Fragrance Creators' recent study in this area and future plans to continue the work in this important area to educate consumers.
  • Fragrance Creators Association is the trade association representing the majority of fragrance manufacturing in North America.
  • Fragrance Creators established and administers the Congressional Fragrance Caucus, ensuring ongoing dialogue with members of Congress and staff.
  • Fragrance Creators also produces The Fragrance Conservatory, the comprehensive digital resource for high-quality information about fragrance www.fragranceconservatory.com .

Starco Brands Expands Whipshots Product Line with Limited Edition Peppermint Flavor

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Monday, November 14, 2022

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starco Brands today announced that WhipshotsTM, the innovative vodka-infused whipped cream, is introducing a new Peppermint flavor to its portfolio. Joining vanilla, mocha, and caramel, this new limited-edition flavor will continue to add a playful shot of sophistication, indulgence and luxury to any drink, dessert or party just in time for the holiday season.  

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starco Brands today announced that WhipshotsTM, the innovative vodka-infused whipped cream, is introducing a new Peppermint flavor to its portfolio.
  • "With the holidays right around the corner, we are thrilled to release the new peppermint flavor just in time for consumers to enjoy with their family and friends," says David Dreyer, CMO of Starco Brands.
  • Together with its retail partners, Starco Brands is making Whipshots easily accessible to consumers nationwide.
  • Starco Brands publicly trades on the OTCQB stock exchange, so retail investors can invest in STCB alongside accredited individuals and institutions.

Cadmus Acquires Change Management Consultancy Wheelhouse Group

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Cadmus, a leading provider of technical and strategic expertise to governments, energy utilities, and private sector companies worldwide, announces its acquisition of Wheelhouse Group, a premier provider of change management services.

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  • Cadmus, a leading provider of technical and strategic expertise to governments, energy utilities, and private sector companies worldwide, announces its acquisition of Wheelhouse Group, a premier provider of change management services.
  • Wheelhouse co-founder and CEO Laurie Axelrod will support Wheelhouses successful integration into Cadmus and provide consulting services post-integration.
  • Since its founding in 2003, Wheelhouse Group has partnered with clients to successfully navigate change, improve how individuals and teams function, and continuously improve organizational performance and transformational objectives.
  • With nearly 100 consultants averaging 15+ years of experience, Wheelhouse Group offers specialized knowledge in the people side of change, including organizational change management, stakeholder engagement and communications, workforce transformation, and enterprise optimization.

UL Solutions Partners with Ronald McDonald House Charities As First Partner Solely Dedicated to Global Sustainability

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UL Solutions, a global leader in applied safety science, today announced the company is partnering with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as the organization's first-ever partner solely dedicated to supporting global sustainability efforts.

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  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UL Solutions, a global leader in applied safety science, today announced the company is partnering with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as the organization's first-ever partner solely dedicated to supporting global sustainability efforts.
  • "We are proud to support Ronald McDonald House Charities as they continue to provide critical resources and comfort to families with children who are ill or injured," said Barbara R. Guthrie, vice president of Corporate Sustainability at UL Solutions.
  • In addition to UL Verified Healthy Building services and skills-based training, UL Solutions has also launched an employee volunteer campaign.
  • "We recognize the power of positive societal impact when we partner with others to drive change, which is why we are honored to partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities."

Moving APT Proves The Moving Industry Can Finally Go Green with the Tesla Semi

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elon Musk's announcement that Pepsi would be receiving its first fleet of all-electric semi-trucks pointed a spotlight at the environmental and financial impact of hauling goods, and moving brokerage Moving APT ran the numbers to see how moving with EVs can mean generating less CO2 while moving for a lower price.

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  • Using Tesla's 2021 impact report and calculations from the EPA and Environmental Defense Fund, Moving APT discovered that moving 20 short tons 1,000 miles generates 3.24 metric tons of CO2.
  • To determine the environmental impact of moving, Moving APT referred to statistics published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), and Tesla's 2021 impact report.
  • Moving APT is a moving brokerage that was founded in (2006) by professionals with over 20 years of experience in the moving industry.
  • Using a combination of research and actual face-to-face business between customers and movers, Moving APT determines which movers are best for customer needs.

Whipshots Crosses One-Million Cans Sold

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Monday, October 17, 2022

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starco Brands today announced that WhipshotsTM, the groundbreaking vodka-infused whipped cream, crosses one-million cans sold. The boozy whipped cream hit the market in partnership with global artist and icon Cardi B, and it has made its mark as a game-changing product in the industry in under one year.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starco Brands today announced that WhipshotsTM, the groundbreaking vodka-infused whipped cream, crosses one-million cans sold.
  • Whipshots burst onto the market in December 2021, introduced as a one-of-a-kind product that reimagines the celebratory experience.
  • Our corporate goal and mission is to invent products that change behavior and Whipshots has clearly delivered.
  • Together with its retail partners, Starco Brands is making Whipshots easily accessible to consumers nationwide.