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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.

Four Local Environmental Organizations Receive $100,000 from OnPoint Community Credit Union

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Monday, April 22, 2024
Education, Organization, Climate change, The Nature Conservancy, Annual percentage rate, Biodiversity, State, Credit union, Friends, Partnership, Trust, TNC, Water, Carbon, Columbia Slough, Plant, Environment, Environment & Energy Publishing, APR, River, Fishery, Ecology, Earth Day, Soil, Natural Resources, Student, Credit, Community engagement, Renewable energy

PORTLAND, Ore., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2024, OnPoint Community Credit Union has donated $100,000 to local nonprofits working to preserve and protect the environment, natural resources and wildlife in Oregon and SW Washington.

Key Points: 
  • "Earth Day is a powerful reminder of how critical it is to preserve our planet for future generations," said Rob Stuart, President and CEO, OnPoint Community Credit Union.
  • "The Green Horizons initiative is OnPoint's commitment to giving our community the opportunity to make a difference, while amplifying the work of local organizations dedicated to protecting our planet.
  • We are proud to support these four incredible organizations that are at the forefront of environmental conservation."
  • In 2021, OnPoint pledged up to $250 to TNC for every approved electric or hybrid vehicle loan with OnPoint.

Freshie Organic Tequila Seltzer: Award Winning Tequila Seltzer Brand Is The Future of the Alcohol Industry Through Relentless Commitment to Sustainable Production and Organic Ingredients

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Monday, April 22, 2024
TDS, Partnership, Farmer, Agave, Friends, NOM, Family, Soil, Multimedia, Fruit, Liquor

TDS is a family owned, fourth generation tequila distillery with over 80 years of excellence in the industry.

Key Points: 
  • TDS is a family owned, fourth generation tequila distillery with over 80 years of excellence in the industry.
  • Tequilas Del Señor is a distillery that honors almost a century of legacy while also embracing the future by being vigorous about their sustainable efforts.
  • Freshie is proud to be an original innovator in the tequila seltzer space and the world's first organic tequila seltzer.
  • This Earth Day, Freshie Organic Tequila Seltzer invites consumers to join the Freshie Fam and celebrate Mother Earth every day!

Mars Snacking and Unreasonable Group Announce Unreasonable Food™ Year 1 Venture Cohort Aiming to Redefine the Future of Sustainable Food

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Monday, April 22, 2024
Climate change, Methane, Cattle, Milk, Sustainability, The Future of Food, Health, Meterstick, Traction, Chocolate, Happiness, Water, Carbon, Farmer, Intelligence, Environment, Plastic, GHG, Soil, Farm, Mootral, Marine permaculture, Molecular biology, Atmosphere, Growth, Marine

CHICAGO, April 22, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of the Unreasonable Food ™ collaboration, Mars and Unreasonable Group announced the inaugural cohort of companies positioned to re-define our food systems. Mars in collaboration with Unreasonable Group, has helped select fifteen purpose-led, growth stage ventures and their leaders, for their potential to drive impact at scale across the food value chain. This next stage of the Unreasonable Food program will positively impact sustainability goals – including the Mars Net Zero Roadmap and 2030 goals of reducing emissions by 50% and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of the Unreasonable Food ™ collaboration, Mars and Unreasonable Group announced the inaugural cohort of companies positioned to re-define our food systems.
  • Mars and Unreasonable Group have selected the first Unreasonable Food ventures, which consists of fifteen cohorts that are headquartered across five continents, operating in nearly forty countries around the globe.
  • "We are excited to welcome these ventures to the Unreasonable Food family," said Daniel Epstein, CEO of Unreasonable Group.
  • For more information about Unreasonable Food and the Year 1 cohort, please visit Unreasonable Food (unreasonablefood.com)

Carhartt and The Farmlink Project Pay Tribute to Farmers with Limited-Edition T-Shirt Made from Climate Beneficial™ Cotton This Earth Day

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Monday, April 22, 2024
Agriculture, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Health, Partnership, Farmer, C4, Food, Earth Day, Soil, Human, Climate, Food industry

DEARBORN, Mich., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day, Carhartt, America's premium workwear brand since 1889, and The Farmlink Project have partnered to design a limited-edition T-shirt made in the USA from Climate Beneficial™ cotton sourced from farmers in the California Cotton and Climate Coalition (C4).

Key Points: 
  • For every T-shirt purchased, Carhartt will donate one back to support farming communities.
  • The cotton in the T-shirts was grown by farmers in California who partner with Carhartt in the C4 coalition to expand the production of Climate Beneficial™ cotton.
  • Climate Beneficial™ cotton supports whole farm health by working to improve soil health, protect watersheds, support local biodiversity and contribute to resilient farmer livelihoods.
  • For more information on Carhartt and its efforts to build a better world for all hardworking people, please visit Carhartt.com/isc-hub .

Tractor Beverage Debuts Organic Impact Calculator On Earth Day

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Monday, April 22, 2024
Ecosystem, Health, Tractor, GMO, Partnership, Carbon, Organic certification, Food, HowGood, Earth Day, Soil, Drink, Agriculture

DENVER, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tractor Beverage Company, one of North America's fastest-growing beverage brands and the first and only Certified Organic, non-GMO beverage company devoted to the food service industry, unveils its new Organic Impact Tracker Calculator today. This interactive tool, an extension of the company's Organic Impact Tracker, provides users with insights into the environmental benefits of choosing Tractor's organically sourced beverages instead of those formulated with conventional ingredients.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tractor Beverage Company , one of North America's fastest-growing beverage brands and the first and only Certified Organic, non-GMO beverage company devoted to the food service industry, unveils its new Organic Impact Tracker Calculator today.
  • "Today, as we celebrate Earth Day, we urge all stakeholders to advocate for true environmental accountability," emphasized Tractor CEO Kevin Sherman.
  • Through the Organic Impact Calculator, our pouring partners and their customers can share their progress to raise awareness and accelerate the transition to organic and regenerative food systems."
  • The Organic Impact Tracker, developed in partnership with sustainability research company HowGood , monitors five crucial metrics: synthetic pesticides avoided, organic land supported, gallons of water saved, carbon emissions avoided, and improved soil health.

Rachio Marks Earth Day With 200 Billion Gallons of Water Saved Through Smart Yard Technology

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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DENVER, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rachio, the leading smart yard brand, is celebrating Earth Day with over 200 billion gallons of water saved through its innovative smart-watering technologies, working toward its goal of saving three trillion gallons by 2030. In honor of Earth Month, Rachio is encouraging communities to Connect Outside in healthier, eco-conscious ways that promote positive outdoor lifestyles and give back to the planet. From Rachio's water-saving smart sprinkler controllers and hose timers to partner products that prioritize human and environmental health, Rachio offers a holistic approach to outdoor living.

Key Points: 
  • "This milestone of saving over 200 billion gallons of water reflects the effectiveness of our technology and our users' dedication to sustainability," said Kim Sentovich, Rachio CEO.
  • Rachio is most widely known for its water-saving smart watering devices, including the award-winning Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller and Smart Hose Timer .
  • These controllers allow users to manage yard watering directly through the free Rachio App, leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize water usage.
  • Now through April 27th, Rachio is offering 20% off the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller and Smart Hose Timer at Rachio.com.

Island Fin Poké Co. Celebrates Earth Day by Sharing Its Sustainable Efforts Toward a Greener Earth

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Friday, April 19, 2024
Ohana, Water, Restaurant, Agave, Fishery, Environment, FIP, Family, Oxygen, Salmon, Soil, Whaling

This Earth Day on April 22, America's favorite poké restaurant, Island Fin Poké Co., shares how the brand takes the environment into consideration business wide.

Key Points: 
  • This Earth Day on April 22, America's favorite poké restaurant, Island Fin Poké Co., shares how the brand takes the environment into consideration business wide.
  • From the mindfully selected ingredients in the poké bowls to the biodegradable straws, Island Fin understands the importance of running a sustainable business.
  • For cups, Island Fin purchases from Earth Cups, a company that offers recyclable clear cups to help reduce plastic waste.
  • This Earth Day, make sure to support environmentally friendly businesses, like Island Fin!

The Bullish Farmer Bets Big on Sustainable Agriculture on Documentary Showcase

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Friday, April 19, 2024
Soil, Genetically modified organism, Agriculture, Environment, Scientology Network, Ubaldo, Pesticide, Film industry

LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientology Network's DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE, the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues, presents the documentary The Bullish Farmer on April 19, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientology Network's DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE, the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues, presents the documentary The Bullish Farmer on April 19, 2024.
  • DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE airs Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.
  • The Bullish Farmer tells the story of a Wall Street investment banker turned small farmer.
  • While struggling to build and operate his family farm, John Ubaldo discovers the dangers posed by corporate farming and becomes an advocate for sustainable agriculture.

EARTHDAY.ORG PARTNERS WITH OAAA TO BRING AWARENESS TO THE DANGERS OF PLASTICS TO HUMAN HEALTH

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Alzheimer's disease, PLANET, Food chain, Microplastics, Infertility, Health, Research, Male, Content, Obesity, Plastic, OOH, Soil, Atmosphere

OAAA and their membership are supporting the launch of a national (OOH) campaign to help shine a light on the dangers of plastics to human health.

Key Points: 
  • OAAA and their membership are supporting the launch of a national (OOH) campaign to help shine a light on the dangers of plastics to human health.
  • The EARTHDAY.ORG Theme for 2024 is PLANET VS PLASTICS and has been driving home the message that plastics are not inert.
  • They are both associated with a wide range of human health issues from Alzheimer's to strokes to male infertility to obesity.
  • To help generate even more awareness, share pictures of our creative, tag EARTHDAY.ORG, OAAA , and use the hashtag #PlanetvsPlastics .