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Citycon recognized as a European Climate Leader and ranks number one in the Nordic real estate sector

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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HELSINKI, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Citycon has again been recognized as one of Europe's Climate Leaders by the Financial Times and German research company Statista, making the prestigious list for the fourth consecutive year. Citycon is named number one in the Nordic real estate sector and ranks among the top 20% of all European companies, irrespective of the sector.

Key Points: 
  • Citycon is named number one in the Nordic real estate sector and ranks among the top 20% of all European companies, irrespective of the sector.
  • "I am proud to lead a company that sets ambitious targets for reducing emissions and also achieves them year after year.
  • Awarded the Shopping Centre of the Year in 2023, the centre is recognized for its innovative energy systems.
  • "We are dedicated to making a positive impact on people, communities, and the environment through our 33 centres across the Nordic region.

Acer Among Top 5% Scoring Companies in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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TAIPEI, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) has been listed in the Top 5% [1] category of the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024, which names only the 759 companies from more than 9,400 companies in 62 industries evaluated in the 2023 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). CSA is an annual assessment of companies' sustainable practices via their corporate disclosures. Acer has been named in the yearbook for the fourth consecutive year, among the "Computers & Peripherals and Office Electronics" industry's top-performing companies and achieved an industry maximum score in the Social component.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) has been listed in the Top 5% [1] category of the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024, which names only the 759 companies from more than 9,400 companies in 62 industries evaluated in the 2023 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).
  • CSA is an annual assessment of companies' sustainable practices via their corporate disclosures.
  • Acer has been named in the yearbook for the fourth consecutive year, among the "Computers & Peripherals and Office Electronics" industry's top-performing companies and achieved an industry maximum score in the Social component.
  • Furthermore, Acer's goal to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to be in line with keeping global temperature rise within the 1.5C trajectory.

Climate Risk Analytics Company, FLINTpro, Expands Globally with US & UK Hires and New US Headquarters

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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DENVER, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FLINTpro, a Denver-based nature analytics company that utilizes comprehensive data to provide compliance and financial risk assessment tools for companies regulated by climate protocols, announced today that it has opened new headquarters in Denver, Colorado, and will expand its executive team. The hires include Vice President of Business Development, Josh Shaeffer; Head of Product, Meghan Purdy; and Vice President of Marketing, Erika Gammon. The hires are in addition to the appointment of Kurt McFarland as CFO in January of this year.

Key Points: 
  • The hires include Vice President of Business Development, Josh Shaeffer; Head of Product, Meghan Purdy; and Vice President of Marketing, Erika Gammon.
  • The hires are in addition to the appointment of Kurt McFarland as CFO in January of this year.
  • As the world works to adapt to a changing climate, evaluating climate risk has become critical for a variety of industries that continue to drive economic growth, especially in emerging markets.
  • Understanding that impact and its origins is critical to limiting an organization's financial and regulatory risk," said Tina Morris, CEO of FLINTpro.

2023 Sustainability Report Demonstrates Canfor and Canfor Pulp's Continued ESG Performance

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly released their 2023 Sustainability Report.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly released their 2023 Sustainability Report.
  • The report highlights the companies' environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities and tracks performance against established goals.
  • "While 2023 was a challenging year for Canfor, we continue to advance our sustainability strategy, which is a cornerstone of how we do business," said Don Kayne, President & CEO of Canfor Corporation.
  • Click here to learn more about the 2023 Sustainability Report.

2023 Sustainability Report Demonstrates Canfor Pulp and Canfor's Continued ESG Performance

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) and Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) jointly released their 2023 Sustainability Report.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) and Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) jointly released their 2023 Sustainability Report.
  • The report highlights the companies' environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities and tracks performance against established goals.
  • Highlights of the 2023 Sustainability Report include:
    Moving towards our goal of becoming net-zero by 2050, including establishing a target to reduce our scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline year.
  • Click here to learn more about the 2023 Sustainability Report.

Logicalis net-zero emissions targets approved by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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TROY, Mich., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Logicalis Group, the parent company of Logicalis US, the leading technology service provider, today announced that its net-zero science-based targets have been validated and approved by global body, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Key Points: 
  • TROY, Mich., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Logicalis Group, the parent company of Logicalis US, the leading technology service provider, today announced that its net-zero science-based targets have been validated and approved by global body, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Science-based targets provide companies with a clearly defined path to reduce emissions in line with the Paris Agreement goals.
  • Over the last two years, Logicalis has worked to accelerate its global responsible business practices, using precise and targeted scientific measurements.
  • "We are thrilled to have our net-zero emissions target approved and validated by SBTi.

Ulta Beauty, the National Meat Institute, and the American Frozen Food Institute Join Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition, Empowering Scope Three Emissions Reductions

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of strategy and managed services to commercial and public sector clients, today announced the addition of three organizations to the Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition (Supplier LOCT), a consortium launched in 2021 to accelerate progress toward science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets. Ulta Beauty, the National Meat Institute, and the American Frozen Food Institute are now part of the diverse collaborative which provides members with a scalable, cost-effective solution to the challenge of addressing supply chain or Scope 3 emissions.

Key Points: 
  • Ulta Beauty, the National Meat Institute, and the American Frozen Food Institute are now part of the diverse collaborative which provides members with a scalable, cost-effective solution to the challenge of addressing supply chain or Scope 3 emissions.
  • Supplier LOCT encourages and empowers suppliers to mitigate climate change impacts by providing expert-led online educational courses designed to help them measure, monitor, report, and take action to reduce their GHG emissions.
  • "The American Frozen Food Institute is excited to support its members on the journey to reducing GHG emissions," added AFFI President and CEO Alison Bodor.
  • "This collaboration with Supplier LOCT equips leaders in the frozen food sector with new resources and education to identify efficiencies and waste reduction opportunities."

Science Based Targets initiative Approves Otis Targets for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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FARMINGTON, Conn., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.

Key Points: 
  • FARMINGTON, Conn., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.
  • Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and use of sold products 33% within the same timeframe.
  • These targets demonstrate the company's commitment to meeting the objective of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
  • It defines and promotes best practices in science-based target setting, offers resources and guidance to reduce barriers to adoption, and independently assesses and approves companies' targets.

Marriott International Celebrates Milestone on Journey Towards Net-Zero

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) has verified its near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi is a global climate action organization that develops tools that allow businesses to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets in line with data-driven methodology. Marriott is the largest global hospitality company to receive approval for both near-term and long-term science-based targets.

Key Points: 
  • Marriott is the largest global hospitality company to receive approval for both near-term and long-term science-based targets.
  • "For nearly a century, Marriott has been committed to our core value of serving our world as we strive to be a force for good wherever we do business," said Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International.
  • "Marriott has been on a journey to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our operations and supply chain.
  • We believe it's good business and good for the planet," said Erika Alexander, Chief Global Operations Officer, Marriott International.

Logicalis net-zero emissions targets approved by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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LONDON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Logicalis, a global technology service provider, today announced that its net-zero science-based targets have been validated and approved by global body, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Logicalis, a global technology service provider, today announced that its net-zero science-based targets have been validated and approved by global body, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Science-based targets provide companies with a clearly defined path to reduce emissions in line with the Paris Agreement goals.
  • Over the last two years Logicalis has worked to accelerate its responsible business practices, using precise and targeted scientific measurements.
  • Bob Bailkoski, Global CEO of Logicalis Group said: "We are thrilled to have our net-zero emissions target approved and validated by SBTi.