Greenprinting

Spearmint Energy Secures $92 Million Tax Equity Financing for Battery Energy Storage Project in ERCOT

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Spearmint Energy (“Spearmint” or the “Company”), a next-generation renewable energy company enabling the clean energy revolution through battery energy storage, today announced it has successfully closed a $92 million tax equity investment in its Revolution project provided by Greenprint Capital Management (“Greenprint”), an investment firm dedicated to financing climate positive solutions and specializing in certificated renewable energy tax credit acquisitions.

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  • Spearmint Energy (“Spearmint” or the “Company”), a next-generation renewable energy company enabling the clean energy revolution through battery energy storage, today announced it has successfully closed a $92 million tax equity investment in its Revolution project provided by Greenprint Capital Management (“Greenprint”), an investment firm dedicated to financing climate positive solutions and specializing in certificated renewable energy tax credit acquisitions.
  • Greenprint’s investment in Revolution, a 150 MW, 300 MWh battery energy storage project located in west Texas, marks one of the first applications of the Investment Tax Credit structure for a standalone battery energy storage system following the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act.
  • “We are pleased to partner with Greenprint, well-recognized for providing capital to leading companies in renewable energy, as we embark on the final stages of testing at Revolution.
  • “Spearmint has proven itself as an innovative, strategic, and ahead-of-the-curve owner/operator of battery energy storage assets.

Greenprint Capital Management and AB CarVal finalize joint venture to support a $2.5 billion tax equity investment pipeline of 2024-2025 renewable energy and storage projects

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenprint Capital Management, LLC ("Greenprint"), an integrated clean energy and tax credit investment platform with a focus on utility-scale solar photovoltaic and energy storage projects, announced it has signed an agreement with funds managed by AB CarVal to fund Greenprint's tax equity pipeline and renewable energy tax credit warehouse.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenprint Capital Management, LLC ("Greenprint"), an integrated clean energy and tax credit investment platform with a focus on utility-scale solar photovoltaic and energy storage projects, announced it has signed an agreement with funds managed by AB CarVal to fund Greenprint's tax equity pipeline and renewable energy tax credit warehouse.
  • Greenprint Value Investors seeks to source and manage tax credit and tax equity investments in sustainable infrastructure across the United States.
  • The joint venture will help facilitate liquidity and much-needed financing for renewable energy developers and tax credit investors alike.
  • This capital has the potential to accelerate and streamline our tax equity investment process to support our growing pipeline of high-quality renewable energy and storage projects," said Peter DeFazio, managing director with Greenprint.

Peregrine Energy Solutions Signs Agreement to Sell Production Tax Credits from Old Gold Energy Center, LLC

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Peregrine Energy Solutions LLC ("Peregrine"), an integrated multi-technology clean energy platform with a focus on utility scale energy storage, today announced it has signed an agreement with Greenprint Capital to sell multi-year production tax credits (PTCs) from Old Gold Energy Center, LLC (formerly known as Top of Iowa I), an 80 MW operating wind asset in northern Iowa.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Peregrine Energy Solutions LLC ("Peregrine"), an integrated multi-technology clean energy platform with a focus on utility scale energy storage, today announced it has signed an agreement with Greenprint Capital to sell multi-year production tax credits (PTCs) from Old Gold Energy Center, LLC (formerly known as Top of Iowa I), an 80 MW operating wind asset in northern Iowa.
  • "We are excited to be able to monetize production tax credits by utilizing the transferability provisions under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
  • "Greenprint Capital is thrilled to partner with Peregrine in acquiring renewable energy tax credits from their wind project," said Peter DeFazio, Managing Director of Greenprint Capital.
  • Assets developed and managed by Peregrine Energy Solutions benefit from an experienced team of renewable energy veterans who collectively bring over 20 gigawatts of renewable energy and storage facilities development experience.

ScottsMiracle-Gro and HGTV's John Gidding Unveil Water-Conscious 'Greenprints'

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

MARYSVILLE, Ohio, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme heat, drought, and water restrictions are affecting homeowners across the country, but less water doesn't necessarily mean fewer living ground cover and plant landscaping options. As part of its #ThinkWaterPositive initiative, the ScottsMiracle-Gro Company today announced Greenprints, a program to educate and inspire homeowners to explore water-positive possibilities through xeriscaping with drought-tolerant and native plants. To bring these Greenprints vibrantly to life, ScottsMiracle-Gro partnered with HGTV celebrity landscape designer John Gidding to create a series of water-conscious yard designs that can be easily accessed and customized through the number one landscape design app, iScape.

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  • Celebrity landscape designer creates stunning xeriscaping plans to help homeowners reduce water use; Greenprints available to customize on the iScape app.
  • To bring these Greenprints vibrantly to life, ScottsMiracle-Gro partnered with HGTV celebrity landscape designer John Gidding to create a series of water-conscious yard designs that can be easily accessed and customized through the number one landscape design app, iScape.
  • Gidding has created five distinct and stunning drought-friendly landscape designs to represent a variety of regions, climates, and native species across the country.
  • Greenprints is an actionable part of the brand's #ThinkWaterPositive initiative, a coordinated effort to help protect and preserve water resources.

Eco Life Wise Unveils Eco Friendly Steps for Rising Sustainability Challenges

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Eco Life Wise, a premier online guide to eco friendly living, is set to launch an array of new initiatives that will deepen public understanding of sustainability and its pivotal role in the modern world.

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  • Moreover, "GreenPrint" covers a wide range of topics such as eco friendly transport, sustainable home practices, and making sustainable consumer choices.
  • It features comprehensive reviews and comparisons of eco friendly products, considering factors like packaging, product lifespan, and disposal options.
  • The second initiative, "Planet Pals," is an engaging program designed to cultivate eco friendly habits through monthly challenges.
  • Eco Life Wise is expanding its reach to the business sector with the "GreenPrint for Business" initiative.

Giant Food to Host 31st Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle in Washington D.C.

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Monday, June 12, 2023

LANDOVER, Md., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Giant Food, the leading greater Washington, D.C. regional grocery chain, today announces that for the eighth consecutive year, it will be the title sponsor of the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle taking place in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25. Now in its 31st year, the popular event will benefit USO National Capital District, the Capital Area Food Bank, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the National Capital Area. Spanning six city blocks across Pennsylvania Avenue, the event will feature delicious BBQ samples, flavors from around the world, live music, exciting announcements, cooking competitions and family-friendly exhibits.

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  • Now in its 31st year, the popular event will benefit USO National Capital District, the Capital Area Food Bank, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the National Capital Area.
  • "Giant has hosted the National Capital Barbecue Battle since 2016 and this year will be the biggest to date with more food and fun than ever," said Ira Kress, President at Giant Food.
  • At this year's Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, Divert will install bins throughout the festival to collect food waste and turn it into clean energy.
  • In addition, tickets to the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle are available online at BBQINDC.com or at the event entrance.

Nexus Renewables closes multiple financings totaling over USD40 Million

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Monday, June 12, 2023

This transaction is transformative for Nexus Renewables as the Company pivots from a pure-play renewable developer to an independent power producer.

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  • This transaction is transformative for Nexus Renewables as the Company pivots from a pure-play renewable developer to an independent power producer.
  • Keith Sandor, Chief Executive Officer of Nexus Renewables, stated: "Nexus is operating in a high-growth, rapidly expanding marketplace.
  • These financings not only demonstrate our ability to finance projects directly under the Nexus Renewables banner, but also provide the framework for repeatable business and accelerated future growth.
  • "Synovus is proud to support the vision of Nexus Renewables," said Matthew Nodvedt, Senior Director of Alternative Energy Banking at Synovus.

Despite Inflation Pressures, Over Two-Thirds of Americans Are Willing to Pay More for Sustainable Products, PDI Study Finds

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

ATLANTA, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite inflation and economic uncertainty, more than two-thirds of Americans (68%) are willing to pay more for environmentally sustainable products compared to competitors that are not sustainable, according to the third Business of Sustainability Index ("BOSI") by PDI Technologies, a global leader delivering powerful solutions and insights that serve as the backbone of the convenience retail and petroleum wholesale ecosystem. The data demonstrate the steady growth in demand for sustainability across the U.S., compared to 64% and 66% of Americans saying they would pay more for sustainable products in BOSI 2021 and BOSI 2022, respectively.

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  • Parents were also prepared to open their wallets for sustainability, with more than three-fourths (76%) noting they would pay more.
  • When asked about purchasing gasoline specifically, 64% of Americans said they would pay more at the pump if the carbon emissions were offset with sustainability efforts, such as planting trees.
  • "The data is clear: Consumers overwhelmingly want sustainable products and are willing to pay more for them.
  • PDI Sustainability Solutions was established in March 2022 when PDI acquired GreenPrint, which administered BOSI in 2021 and 2022.

Global Biodegradable Cutlery Market Report 2023: Rising Consumer Awareness Regarding Non-Biodegradable Products Fuels Growth

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Monday, April 3, 2023

The market is expanding as a result of rising investment in research and development of compostable materials, combined with rising economic awareness regarding the use of plastic and other toxic material cutlery.

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  • The market is expanding as a result of rising investment in research and development of compostable materials, combined with rising economic awareness regarding the use of plastic and other toxic material cutlery.
  • Therefore, increasing consumer awareness helps grow the demand for the market, which further increases the business of the biodegradable cutlery market.
  • Ltd. and Biopac UK Ltd. are the major market players in the global platform that lead the market growth of the global biodegradable cutlery market.
  • In this report, the global biodegradable cutlery market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Maxeon Solar Technologies Commences Supplier Sustainability Monitoring with STACS via ESGpedia

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

SINGAPORE, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Maxeon Solar Technologies ('Maxeon'), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, today announced the commencement of supplier sustainability monitoring with Singapore-headquartered environmental, social, and governance ('ESG') fintech Hashstacs Pte Ltd ('STACS') via its ESGpedia platform, which powers the ESG Registry of the Monetary Authority of Singapore's ('MAS') Project Greenprint.

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  • SINGAPORE, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Maxeon Solar Technologies ('Maxeon'), a global leader in solar innovation and channels, today announced the commencement of supplier sustainability monitoring with Singapore-headquartered environmental, social, and governance ('ESG') fintech Hashstacs Pte Ltd ('STACS') via its ESGpedia platform, which powers the ESG Registry of the Monetary Authority of Singapore's ('MAS') Project Greenprint.
  • Maxeon and STACS embarked on the project to leverage holistic ESG data and digital tools on ESGpedia for monitoring the sustainability performance of suppliers in Maxeon's end-to-end supply chain.
  • We are thrilled to have enabled Maxeon Solar Technologies to achieve better ESG credentials monitoring throughout their end-to-end global supply chain, propelling the firm forward in its strong commitment towards sustainability."
  • MAXEON is a registered trademark of Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. Visit https://corp.maxeon.com/trademarks for more information.