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Wood Mackenzie and Let’s Share the Sun donate solar PV and energy storage system to women’s shelter in Puerto Rico

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Friday, March 8, 2024

“This was a very unique opportunity to provide energy and domestic security to an area that often lacks both,” said Luke Lewandowski, VP, global renewables research for Wood Mackenzie.

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  • “This was a very unique opportunity to provide energy and domestic security to an area that often lacks both,” said Luke Lewandowski, VP, global renewables research for Wood Mackenzie.
  • “It means a lot to work with this shelter on International Women’s Day and support this community through the benefits of sustainable energy.
  • Wood Mackenzie will send nine delegates to Puerto Rico this month, the third consecutive year that Wood Mackenzie has sent a volunteer delegation to Puerto Rico to support the Let's Share the Sun initiatives.
  • Let’s Share the Sun is a 501c3 foundation that facilitates the use of solar and energy storage in poor communities throughout the world.

Smart Prosperity Institute research identifies three priorities to seize the economic opportunity of mass timber in British Columbia

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

However, stakeholders in British Columbia (BC) are exploring mass timber as a potential driver of economic growth.

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  • However, stakeholders in British Columbia (BC) are exploring mass timber as a potential driver of economic growth.
  • If this sector continues to grow, mass timber can be a source of investment and employment for rural and resource-dependent communities by invigorating the forestry industry and diversifying local economies.
  • The decline in the forestry sector has resulted in job losses across British Columbia, but a thriving mass timber sector could help generate novel growth opportunities in small Northern communities.
  • As of 2023, more than 350 mass timber projects have been built or are under construction across the province.

TerraSafe Materials and Penn State Announce Licensing Agreement to Commercialize Breakthrough Material Technologies

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

TerraSafe is launching its first rural Research & Development facility at the Penn State Innovation Park, where the Company plans to run analytic testing for new material technologies in development.

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  • TerraSafe is launching its first rural Research & Development facility at the Penn State Innovation Park, where the Company plans to run analytic testing for new material technologies in development.
  • TerraSafe is leveraging intellectual property created by researchers at the Pennsylvania State University (“PSU”) in the biomaterials space.
  • “The support that this ecosystem can bring to startups like TerraSafe is why we located our first R&D center in State College.
  • The collaboration between TerraSafe and Penn State marks a major milestone of its core mission to build and grow companies throughout the rural United States.

Willo Products Company Announces Record Number of Wedge™ Projects for 2023

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

DECATUR, Ala., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, announced that in 2023 a record number of facilities chose the Willo Wedge™ to address their essential security infrastructure needs, resulting in double-digit growth in awarded projects.

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  • DECATUR, Ala., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, announced that in 2023 a record number of facilities chose the Willo Wedge™ to address their essential security infrastructure needs, resulting in double-digit growth in awarded projects.
  • In 2023, administrators and leaders from detention facilities across the U.S. chose locking system retrofits from Willo to address problematic locks and improve safety.
  • We designed the Willo Wedge with multiple patented features to ensure that locks stay locked,” said Wood.
  • We look forward to continuing to serve these customers with additional projects and maintenance services in the coming years,” ​said​ Wood.

MDWerks Highlights the Environmental Sustainability Advantages of its Energy Wave Technology Solutions in the Alcoholic Beverages and Industrial Sectors

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Steven Laker, CEO of MDWerks, commented, “As companies increasingly look to reduce their carbon footprints and enhance efficiency, MDWerks is well positioned to disrupt both the alcoholic beverages and industrial sectors with its sustainable energy wave technology.

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  • Steven Laker, CEO of MDWerks, commented, “As companies increasingly look to reduce their carbon footprints and enhance efficiency, MDWerks is well positioned to disrupt both the alcoholic beverages and industrial sectors with its sustainable energy wave technology.
  • Key benefits of Sustainably Matured™ technology:
    RFS utilizes proprietary energy wave technology alongside its patented and proprietary molecular targeting technology to provide sustainable manufacturing solutions to industrial customers in the engineered wood, structural wood, and adhesives space.
  • Utilizing its energy wave expertise, RFS designs and builds custom manufacturing equipment that enables more efficient production lines, thereby driving greater environmental sustainability.
  • If you would like to learn more about how our solutions can improve your company’s environmental sustainability and add value to your business, please contact us on our website at https://www.rfspecialtiesus.com/contact/ .

Traeger Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Traeger, Inc. ("Traeger" or the "Company") (NYSE: COOK), creator and category leader of the wood pellet grill, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Traeger, Inc. ("Traeger" or the "Company") (NYSE: COOK), creator and category leader of the wood pellet grill, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Total revenues increased by 18.3% to $163.5 million, compared to $138.1 million in the fourth quarter last year.
  • Grills revenues increased 23.9% to $59.9 million, compared to $48.3 million in the fourth quarter last year.
  • A conference call to discuss the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2023 results is scheduled for March 7, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

Travel + Leisure Co. Acquisition of Accor Vacation Club Successfully Closes

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, has successfully closed the acquisition of the vacation ownership business of global hospitality giant Accor (AC:FP).

Key Points: 
  • Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, has successfully closed the acquisition of the vacation ownership business of global hospitality giant Accor (AC:FP).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240303506576/en/
    The acquisition means the Accor Vacation Club based in Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia will now be integrated into the Travel + Leisure Co. business structure.
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    The deal means the Accor Vacation Club based in Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia will now be integrated into the Travel + Leisure Co. business structure.
  • “We look forward to seeing the Accor Vacation Club brand grow and continue to deliver great outcomes for club members with guidance from Travel + Leisure Co.”

Brown-Forman Commits Funds to Foundation and Dendrifund

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) today announced a commitment of $22.5 million to support the efforts of the Brown-Forman Foundation and Dendrifund.

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  • Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) today announced a commitment of $22.5 million to support the efforts of the Brown-Forman Foundation and Dendrifund.
  • Additionally, the Dendrifund, a nonprofit sustainability seed fund jointly created by Brown-Forman and the Brown family, will receive a $2.5 million donation.
  • Dendrifund serves as a catalyst for collaborative efforts aimed at advancing sustainability within the whiskey industry.
  • Likewise, the ongoing support of Dendrifund underscores the importance the company places on sustainability and innovation within the spirits industry.

Fiber Cement Market Analysis and Forecast 2023-2033: Focus on End User, Application, Material and Country-Level Analysis - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The "Fiber Cement Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on End User, Application, Material, and Country-Level Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Fiber Cement Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on End User, Application, Material, and Country-Level Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global fiber cement market has experienced substantial growth, fueled by key factors that have heightened its demand across various construction applications.
  • Fiber cement, a composite material crafted from cement, sand, and cellulose fibers, has become increasingly popular as a versatile and long-lasting building material, contributing to its expanding market presence.
  • Furthermore, a pivotal driver for the fiber cement market's growth is its remarkable durability and resistance to environmental elements.

X-BATT Unveils Groundbreaking Bio-Derived Composite Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Now, coffee and other bio-based resources may help power lithium-ion batteries, thanks to breakthrough technology from X-BATT® .

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  • Now, coffee and other bio-based resources may help power lithium-ion batteries, thanks to breakthrough technology from X-BATT® .
  • X-BATT, a pioneer in advanced material solutions, today announced a significant breakthrough in lithium-ion battery technology with the introduction of its innovative composite anode materials utilizing renewable, bio-derived materials.
  • X-BATT's research targets the pressing need for alternative anode materials in the face of skyrocketing demand for lithium-ion batteries.
  • Through patented materials synthesis processes, the company has demonstrated the ability to incorporate various biobased carbon sources into high-energy dense anode materials.