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FirstEnergy Set to Plant More Than 25,000 Trees in 2024

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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AKRON, Ohio, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of its continued commitment to the environment and the communities it serves, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has set a goal to plant more than 25,000 trees throughout its service territory in 2024. Nearly 17,000 trees are expected to be planted in the month of April around Earth Day and Arbor Day. The plan follows a successful 2023 in which the company reached a new high of more than 25,000 trees planted.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of its continued commitment to the environment and the communities it serves, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has set a goal to plant more than 25,000 trees throughout its service territory in 2024.
  • The plan follows a successful 2023 in which the company reached a new high of more than 25,000 trees planted.
  • As part of its commitment to preserving and protecting the environment, FirstEnergy launched a tree-planting initiative in 2020 with the objective of planting 10,000 trees.
  • Since then, FirstEnergy volunteers have planted or donated more than 67,000 trees.

Targus® Advances its Sustainability Progress with New Product Innovations and Improved Reporting

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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ANAHEIM, Calif., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Targus®, the number one third-party docking station and laptop bag brand in the US1 and a leader in laptop cases and mobile computing accessories, today announced progress in its sustainability roadmap with the launch of new eco-friendly products and an improved sustainability scorecard from EcoVadis. EcoVadis is a globally recognized certification platform that rates businesses' sustainability performance.

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  • EcoVadis is a globally recognized certification platform that rates businesses' sustainability performance.
  • "Targus continues to do this by introducing more and more products that incorporate recycled materials and improving the quality and breadth of our global certification and reporting standards."
  • Additionally, in 2022, Targus started making sustainable tech accessories including its award-winning ErgoFlip™ EcoSmart™ Mouse and Sustainable Energy Harvesting EcoSmart Keyboard .
  • Demonstrating its progress in sustainability, Targus has also recently completed its annual certification process with EcoVadis.

FIRST STANDALONE FOUR SEASONS BRANDED RESIDENCES IN FLORIDA TO OPEN IN MIAMI'S COCONUT GROVE

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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MIAMI, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Real estate development firms CMC Group and Fort Partners, together with leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company Four Seasons, announce the highly anticipated Four Seasons Private Residences Coconut Grove. Set within one of Miami's most historic neighbourhoods and building on the success of Four Seasons residential portfolio in South Florida and around the globe, this groundbreaking development will be the first Four Seasons standalone offering in the state, delivering legendary service and experiences outside of a hotel or resort.

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  • Four Seasons Private Residences Coconut Grove will offer 70 homes ranging from two- to four-bedrooms and spanning up to 3,980 square feet (370 square metres).
  • "Fifteen years ago, CMC Group pioneered luxury living in the Grove with Grovenor House, and now with Four Seasons Coconut Grove, we're raising the bar yet again.
  • Homes at Four Seasons Private Residences Coconut Grove will feature nearly 11-foot (3.35 metre) ceilings throughout, complementing the spacious, open floor plans.
  • Four Seasons Private Residences Coconut Grove will reflect the neighbourhood's refined, serene atmosphere, steeped in culture and connectedness.

3 Times the Trees In 3 Years, How Direct Mail Marketing Company DK Solutions Expands Its Green Initiative

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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As business partners with One Tree Planted, DK Solutions strives to reduce paper waste in every step of the direct mail process.

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  • As business partners with One Tree Planted, DK Solutions strives to reduce paper waste in every step of the direct mail process.
  • This means creating highly targeted campaigns to cut out unnecessary mail volume to reduce the amount of paper waste.
  • Every year, this NJ-based company calculates how many trees are cut down during its day-to-day operations as a full-service direct mail and lead generation business.
  • This is the third consecutive year in a row that DK Solutions has contributed to its Annual Tree Planting Program.

VERTEX AND TREEFROG THERAPEUTICS ANNOUNCE LICENSING AGREEMENT AND COLLABORATION TO OPTIMIZE PRODUCTION OF VERTEX'S CELL THERAPIES FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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TreeFrog and Vertex will collaborate to scale-up TreeFrog's process to produce and amplify cells for Vertex's T1D therapies.

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  • TreeFrog and Vertex will collaborate to scale-up TreeFrog's process to produce and amplify cells for Vertex's T1D therapies.
  • TreeFrog's proprietary technology platform, C-Stem™, is designed to mimic the natural microenvironment, allowing cells to grow exponentially in 3D.
  • The technology will enhance Vertex's ability to generate large amounts of fully differentiated cells for its portfolio of T1D cell therapies.
  • "This collaboration with Vertex advances our business strategy of helping bring best-in-class cell therapies to millions of people — both through our own therapeutic programs, and with best-in-class partners like Vertex.

VERTEX AND TREEFROG THERAPEUTICS ANNOUNCE LICENSING AGREEMENT AND COLLABORATION TO OPTIMIZE PRODUCTION OF VERTEX'S CELL THERAPIES FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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TreeFrog and Vertex will collaborate to scale-up TreeFrog's process to produce and amplify cells for Vertex's T1D therapies.

Key Points: 
  • TreeFrog and Vertex will collaborate to scale-up TreeFrog's process to produce and amplify cells for Vertex's T1D therapies.
  • TreeFrog's proprietary technology platform, C-Stem™, is designed to mimic the natural microenvironment, allowing cells to grow exponentially in 3D.
  • The technology will enhance Vertex's ability to generate large amounts of fully differentiated cells for its portfolio of T1D cell therapies.
  • "This collaboration with Vertex advances our business strategy of helping bring best-in-class cell therapies to millions of people — both through our own therapeutic programs, and with best-in-class partners like Vertex.

THE BAHAMAS TAKES ACTION TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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NASSAU, Bahamas, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation is geared up for Earth Day with the launch of two groundbreaking initiatives aimed at fortifying the health and restoration of mangrove trees devastated by Hurricane Dorian in 2019. 

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  • "Tourism isn't just an industry for us; it's the lifeblood of our nation with the imperative to lead and collaborate for a sustainable future."
  • Responsible Consumption and Production – Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns across the nation's 16 islands and thousands of cays.
  • Climate Action – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
  • Life on Land – Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems: sustainable forest management, desertification, land degradation and biodiversity loss.

ROOM PARTNERS WITH REFORESTATION NONPROFIT ONE TREE PLANTED

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ROOM, the leading provider of modular workspace solutions, today announced a partnership with One Tree Planted that aims to plant 40,000 trees for landscape reforestation in 2024. For every one of ROOM's modular products purchased, the Company will plant one tree in One Tree Planted's global network of reforestation projects.

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  • For every one of ROOM's modular products purchased, the Company will plant one tree in One Tree Planted's global network of reforestation projects.
  • Modular architecture company ROOM announces partnership with One Tree Planted to plant 40,000 trees for reforestation.
  • "ROOM has always been focused on making room for a cleaner and greener future," says ROOM Co-Founder, Morten Meisner.
  • "We are grateful to ROOM for their commitment to planting 40,000 trees this year," says Louis Lagoutte, Regional Fundraising Director: Europe at One Tree Planted.

Innovative Fabrics, Eco-Friendly Packaging, and Rainforest Reforestation: LILYSILK Bolsters Its Earth Day Commitment to Sustainability

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2024, LILYSILK is proud to showcase its ongoing commitment to sustainability through innovative fabric technologies and eco-friendly packaging solutions.

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  • NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2024, LILYSILK is proud to showcase its ongoing commitment to sustainability through innovative fabric technologies and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
  • Pioneering with its patented LILYÁUREA ® and LILYHERB ® fabrics, LILYSILK addresses environmental concerns by reducing dependency on harmful chemicals and enhancing biodegradability.
  • LILYSILK's innovative fabric, LILYÁUREA®, is tailored for those with sensitive skin, made from undyed natural golden cocoons produced by the offspring of rare wild silkworms.
  • "At LILYSILK, we believe in fashion that not only looks good but also does good," says David Wang, CEO of LILYSILK.

Innovative Fabrics, Eco-Friendly Packaging, and Rainforest Reforestation: LILYSILK Bolsters Its Earth Day Commitment to Sustainability

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2024, LILYSILK is proud to showcase its ongoing commitment to sustainability through innovative fabric technologies and eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2024, LILYSILK is proud to showcase its ongoing commitment to sustainability through innovative fabric technologies and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
  • Pioneering with its patented LILYÁUREA ® and LILYHERB ® fabrics, LILYSILK addresses environmental concerns by reducing dependency on harmful chemicals and enhancing biodegradability.
  • LILYSILK's innovative fabric, LILYÁUREA®, is tailored for those with sensitive skin, made from undyed natural golden cocoons produced by the offspring of rare wild silkworms.
  • "At LILYSILK, we believe in fashion that not only looks good but also does good," says David Wang, CEO of LILYSILK.