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Guidehouse, Leading Global Provider of Consulting Services, to be Acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Guidehouse , (“Guidehouse”, or the “Company”), a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) for $5.3 billion.

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  • Guidehouse , (“Guidehouse”, or the “Company”), a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) for $5.3 billion.
  • Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Guidehouse has broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting, as well as digital services and business process outsourcing.
  • Guidehouse boasts a global presence with over 17,000 professionals spread across more than 55 locations worldwide.
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is serving as accounting advisor, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP is serving as legal counsel to Bain Capital.

Servicon Continues Environmental Responsibility by Launching Sustainability Council

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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CULVER CITY, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Servicon, Southern California's leading hospital environmental services (EVS) provider and commercial cleaning services company, has launched its Sustainability Council. The council is a major component of the environmental branch of Servicon's ongoing Environmental Social Governance (ESG) initiative, spearheaded by Servicon ESG Director Maritza Aguilar.

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  • CULVER CITY, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Servicon, Southern California's leading hospital environmental services (EVS) provider and commercial cleaning services company, has launched its Sustainability Council.
  • The council is a major component of the environmental branch of Servicon's ongoing Environmental Social Governance (ESG) initiative, spearheaded by Servicon ESG Director Maritza Aguilar.
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    Initiatives Servicon is targeting through the council include upgrading the Servicon fleet of vehicles to 100% electric by 2030.
  • To learn more about Servicon's Sustainability Council and how Servicon can help your company advance your sustainability and other ESG goals, visit‥ servicon.com ‥or‥ contact us .‥

SEACOR Marine Publishes 2022-2023 Sustainability Report

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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HOUSTON, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SEACOR Marine Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SMHI) (the “Company” or “SEACOR Marine”), a leading provider of marine and support transportation services to offshore energy facilities worldwide, today announced that it has published its 2022-2023 Sustainability Report .

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SEACOR Marine Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SMHI) (the “Company” or “SEACOR Marine”), a leading provider of marine and support transportation services to offshore energy facilities worldwide, today announced that it has published its 2022-2023 Sustainability Report .
  • SEACOR Marine’s Chief Executive Officer John Gellert commented: “Our second Sustainability Report highlights our dedication to a greener, more inclusive and socially responsible future.
  • We will continue to build upon these achievements as we strive to create positive and lasting change in our business and the maritime industry.”
    Highlights from SEACOR Marine’s 2022-2023 Sustainability Report include:
    Our Environment: SEACOR Marine is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, conserving resources and minimizing its ecological footprint.
  • SEACOR Marine continues to focus on environmental sustainability through investments in green technology and operational changes to minimize its impact.

Albany International Issues 2022 Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) today published its 2022 Sustainability Report, which expands on the Company’s previous reporting and disclosures.

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  • Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) today published its 2022 Sustainability Report, which expands on the Company’s previous reporting and disclosures.
  • The 2022 Sustainability Report again includes disclosures according to Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards as well as Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
  • The report also includes expanded demographic data disclosure for Albany International’s Board and staff and addresses additional sustainability elements most relevant to the Company’s stakeholders.
  • Our 2022 Sustainability Report provides transparency on all these ongoing efforts and a baseline for future progress.”
    Sustainability at Albany is overseen by the Board of Directors and led by the Sustainability Council with cross-functional representation across the company.

EQS-News: PALFINGER AG Issues ESG-linked Promissory Note Worth EUR 150 Million

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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Tranches with maturities of three, five and seven years

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  • Tranches with maturities of three, five and seven years
    PALFINGER AG has successfully issued an ESG-linked promissory note loan with a volume of EUR 150 million.
  • The promissory note transaction comprises five tranches with terms of three, five and seven years, the majority of which are offered with variable interest rates.
  • The highly successful transaction was arranged by Erste Group Bank AG and Landesbank Baden-Württemberg, using the digital promissory note platform DEBTVISION.
  • PALFINGER will use the promissory note loan to refinance maturing loans and finance the investments planned for 2023.

Franklin Templeton Appoints James Andrus as Vice President of Sustainability Global Markets

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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Franklin Templeton today announced the appointment of James Andrus as Vice President of Sustainability Global Markets, a newly created leadership role within the firm’s Global Sustainability Strategy Team.

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  • Franklin Templeton today announced the appointment of James Andrus as Vice President of Sustainability Global Markets, a newly created leadership role within the firm’s Global Sustainability Strategy Team.
  • “James is deeply experienced in corporate governance and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the effective management of financial, human and natural capital to Franklin Templeton,” said Anne Simpson, Franklin Templeton’s Global Head of Sustainability.
  • Andrus will report to Simpson, who is responsible for the firm’s overall strategic direction on stewardship and sustainable investment in her role of Global Head of Sustainability.
  • “I am excited by the opportunity to join Franklin Templeton, a world-renowned global investment firm with dynamic leaders, at an important point in time to focus on sustainability,” said Andrus.

Portland Cement Association Elects 2023 Board of Directors Leadership

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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Washington, DC, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portland Cement Association (PCA) is proud to announce new leadership for its Board of Directors after holding elections yesterday at its Fall Board meeting.

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  • Washington, DC, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portland Cement Association (PCA) is proud to announce new leadership for its Board of Directors after holding elections yesterday at its Fall Board meeting.
  • “The Portland Cement Association plays a crucial role in the advancement of the cement and construction industries, not only in the U.S., but in partnership with other like-minded organizations around the world,” said Chairman Ruiz.
  • Also at yesterday’s meeting, it was announced that David Loomes is the latest industry executive to join the PCA Board.
  • PCA supports sustainability, innovation, and safety while fostering continuous improvement in cement manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, and economic growth.

Samsung Display Announces Environmental Strategy to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Display today announced its environmental strategy to become carbon neutral by 2050.

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  • Samsung Display aims to use 100% renewable electricity at all its domestic and foreign business sites with the goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
  • Samsung Display plans to continue pursuing its environmental strategy through 2040 by recycling resources, reducing water waste, and developing eco-friendly materials.
  • That's why environmental strategy must become one of our highest priorities," said JS Choi, CEO of Samsung Display.
  • Samsung Display plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 by reducing both direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 2) carbon emissions.

Arconic Corporation Appoints New Director to Its Board, Enhances Sustainability Focus

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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Arconic Corporation (NYSE: ARNC) (Arconic or the Company) has appointed Ellis A. Jones, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, to Arconics Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Arconic Corporation (NYSE: ARNC) (Arconic or the Company) has appointed Ellis A. Jones, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, to Arconics Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2022.
  • Mr. Jones also previously served as the finance director of office property and casualty insurance at Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company.
  • Ellis brings to Arconic broad cross-functional experience in the global manufacturing sector, and deep knowledge of sustainability, environmental, health and safety matters.
  • We look forward to drawing on his experience as we work to achieve our strategic goals and continue our sustainability journey.

Venator - strengthening commitment to sustainability

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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WYNYARD, UK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venator has strengthened its commitment to sustainability, elevating responsibility for this important topic to the highest level within its business.

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  • WYNYARD, UK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venator has strengthened its commitment to sustainability, elevating responsibility for this important topic to the highest level within its business.
  • Publishing its second sustainability report,Venator has appointed Rob Portsmouth as Senior Vice President, Sustainability and Environment, Health & Safety (EHS).
  • The changes come as Venator, a leading manufacturer of titanium dioxide and performance additives, prepares to increase focus on its sustainability efforts building on work conducted to date.
  • Simon Turner, President and CEO of Venator, said: "Sustainability has always been top of mind at Venator.