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AAON is Recognized as The Sustainability Alliance Bellmon Award "Best Overall" Winner in 2023

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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TULSA, Okla., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AAON (NASDAQ: AAON) is honored to be recognized as the Bellmon Award "Best Overall" winner by The Sustainability Alliance.

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  • TULSA, Okla., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AAON (NASDAQ: AAON) is honored to be recognized as the Bellmon Award "Best Overall" winner by The Sustainability Alliance.
  • Award winners were selected from regional top-ranking Scor3card-verified organizations based on the triple-bottom-line score strategy focusing on people, profit, planet.
  • AAON has achieved Score3card's highest Platinum level four years in a row, from 2020 to 2023.
  • AAON was among 41 member businesses and organizations working with The Sustainability Alliance for this latest Scor3card period in 2022-2023.

As part of seven outputs being tested and evaluated, ECA announces Pioneering Pilots to Address Tech Challenges as part of World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) announced the roll out of two key outputs as part of the World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement.

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  • ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) announced the roll out of two key outputs as part of the World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement.
  • The progress of the pilots will be unveiled at the bi-annual WED Forum and an inaugural Tech Humanity for Children Symposium in 2024.
  • World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement is a pioneering initiative that unitesglobal and local experts, partners, and innovators to address global Early Childhood Development (ECD) challenges.
  • WED Movement collaborates with key partners and government entities to improve Early Childhood Development (ECD) services and outcomes, through the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Development Strategy 2035.

As part of seven outputs being tested and evaluated, ECA announces Pioneering Pilots to Address Tech Challenges as part of World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) announced the roll out of two key outputs as part of the World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement.

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  • ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) announced the roll out of two key outputs as part of the World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement.
  • The progress of the pilots will be unveiled at the bi-annual WED Forum and an inaugural Tech Humanity for Children Symposium in 2024.
  • World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement is a pioneering initiative that unitesglobal and local experts, partners, and innovators to address global Early Childhood Development (ECD) challenges.
  • WED Movement collaborates with key partners and government entities to improve Early Childhood Development (ECD) services and outcomes, through the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Development Strategy 2035.

Cirrus Aircraft Celebrates its Innovation Center Grand Opening in Duluth

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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DULUTH, Minn. , Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cirrus Aircraft today announced the grand opening of its Innovation Center located at its headquarters at the Duluth International Airport (KDLH) in Minnesota.

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  • DULUTH, Minn. , Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cirrus Aircraft today announced the grand opening of its Innovation Center located at its headquarters at the Duluth International Airport (KDLH) in Minnesota.
  • Cirrus Aircraft has provided significant investment to transform the 189,000-square-foot building on 39 acres into a state-of-the-art Innovation Center.
  • "The Innovation Center is an incredible company milestone that supports the future development and endeavors of Cirrus Aircraft product development," said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus Aircraft.
  • "We are continuing to invest in the company and the City of Duluth with the Innovation Center opening.

Village Farms International Announces its Participation in Upcoming Investor and Industry Conferences

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that the Company will participate in the following investor and industry conferences:

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that the Company will participate in the following investor and industry conferences:
    ATB Capital Markets Inc. 2023 Life Sciences Institutional Investor Conference (New York City) on Wednesday, September 20, 2023.
  • Michael DeGiglio, Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a panel discussion titled International Markets: Scaling Success at 2:15p.m.
  • A live webcast of the panel discussion will be available to the public on Village Farms’ website ( www.villagefarms.com ) in the Investors section under the Presentations & Events tab.
  • Village Farms also recently participated in the Cannabis Business Expo and Conference (Dortmund, Germany) on Saturday September 16, 2023.

Upcoming Webinar Series to Help Grades K-8 Educators Build Instructional Routines Aligned to the Science of Reading

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates is launching a free webinar series to help Grades K–8 educators build instructional routines aligned to the Science of Reading. The eight-part series, titled Science of Reading—Putting Research into Action: Season 2, is led by literacy experts Dr. Anita Archer, Dr. Kelly B. Cartwright, Dr. Courtney Hattan, and Dr. Devin M. Kearns and kicks off on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 4 p.m. ET.

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  • Dr. Anita Archer, Dr. Kelly B. Cartwright, Dr. Courtney Hattan, and Dr. Devin M. Kearns to lead this free, eight-part webinar series starting Wednesday, September 13, 2023
    NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates is launching a free webinar series to help Grades K–8 educators build instructional routines aligned to the Science of Reading.
  • Dr. Courtney Hattan is an assistant professor in the Science of Reading at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
  • His research focuses on developing reading instructional programs to support students with reading difficulty, specifically linking educational practice to cognitive science and neuroscience.
  • To learn more and register for the upcoming Science of Reading—Putting Research into Action: Season 2 webinars, visit https://caevents.cventevents.com/scienceofreading

Blink Charging Signs Agreement with Global Quick Service Restaurant Franchisee Arcos Dorados to Provide EV Charging to McDonald’s Locations in Puerto Rico

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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These chargers will be ready to provide world-class and reliable EV charging services to customers by the end of summer.

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  • These chargers will be ready to provide world-class and reliable EV charging services to customers by the end of summer.
  • “We applaud Arcos Dorados for their visionary move and forward-thinking actions in integrating EV charging in their prominent restaurants throughout Puerto Rico,” expressed Juan C. Barahona, US & Global Director of Operations for Blink Charging.
  • The collaboration between Blink and Arcos Dorados represents another pivotal step in paving the way for global EV adoption.
  • The initial installation of Blink EV chargers in Puerto Rico marks the beginning of a promising strategic relationship between Blink Charging and Arcos Dorados.

Blink Charging Actively Expands EV Charging Infrastructure Across Latin America with Region-Specific Products

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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Miami Beach, Fla., Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer, owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, is expanding its footprint in Latin America (LATAM) to become a leader in growing the EV charging market within the region. Notably, Latin America experienced a remarkable 57% surge in EV charger sales during the first quarter of 2023 compared to the figures at the close of 2022.

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  • Miami Beach, Fla., Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer, owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, is expanding its footprint in Latin America (LATAM) to become a leader in growing the EV charging market within the region.
  • Notably, Latin America experienced a remarkable 57% surge in EV charger sales during the first quarter of 2023 compared to the figures at the close of 2022.
  • “To prepare for and embrace an electrified future in Latin America, our efforts throughout the region – focused on developing and offering the most advanced EV charging technologies – are immense,” said Juan C. Barahona, US & Global Director of Operations for Blink Charging.
  • The first 14 Blink EV charging ports installed included the Company’s IQ 200 dual and single port chargers.

METER Food Uncovers Major Findings Affecting Alternative Sweeteners Viability as Sugar Replacement

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Pressure from consumers and governmental agencies to reduce the amount of sugar in foods has turned the sugar alternative industry into an $18 billion market.

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  • Pressure from consumers and governmental agencies to reduce the amount of sugar in foods has turned the sugar alternative industry into an $18 billion market.
  • “As demand for healthier snacks and treats continues to grow, innovative new sweeteners abound,” said Mary Galloway, METER Food R&D Lab Manager.
  • Simply put, replacing sugar seems simple, but it isn’t.”
    While alternative sweeteners make it possible to create sugar-free versions of old consumer favorites, there’s more to sugar and its substitutes than just taste.
  • Findings from study identifies the benefits and challenges with top alternative sweeteners and the scientific concepts that explain sugar’s unique characteristics.

ABB invests $170 million in the U.S.

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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The nearly $100 million greenfield investment is expected to be completed in late 2024 and is replacing a neighboring existing facility, which employs approximately 720 workers.

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  • The nearly $100 million greenfield investment is expected to be completed in late 2024 and is replacing a neighboring existing facility, which employs approximately 720 workers.
  • Memphis, Tennessee: Investing $3 million in the opening of an Installation Products Research & Development Lab and Innovation Center to accelerate development of new products.
  • The $20 million investment will create 72 jobs and be completed by the end of 2023.
  • Since 2010, ABB has invested $14 billion in U.S. plant expansions, operational improvements, state-of-the-art equipment, products, and people, making it the company’s largest market.