WYOMISSING, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–PENN Entertainment, Inc., (“PENN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: PENN) North America’s leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content and casino gaming experiences, published today its 2024 Corporate Responsibility report. The full report is available on the Corporate Responsibility page of the Company’s website. The 2024 Report details PENN’s longstanding commitment to supporting its team members and neighbors, practicing good corporate citizenship,
Month: June 2025
First Year of Greenlight Partnership Reaches More Than 67,000 Families
Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog
Last summer, U.S. Bank became the first financial institution to provide Greenlight through an embedded mobile app experience. Today, families looking for help teaching their kids about money can join the more than 67,000 U.S. Bank families who are accessing Greenlight through the U.S. Bank Mobile App.
Complimentary1 access to Greenlight is available to U.S. Bank clients through their checking account relationship with the bank.
With Greenlight, kids can
- Learn critical financial skills with the Greenlight debit card and money app
- Earn, save and spend wisely with flexible parental controls
- Manage chores and earn allowance for their work
- Learn important financial basics with interactive games and videos
- Earn 2% rewards2 on savings
Kids and parents who have connected to Greenlight through U.S. Bank are demonstrating positive financial habits, with 48% of young users engaged in savings, 86% engaged in spending and 34% engaged in chores. Among the top reasons for saving are for a car, college or general needs.
“The engagement and interest we are seeing with Greenlight is extremely positive, which tells us we are filling an important need for many families,” said Arijit Roy, head of consumer and business banking products at U.S. Bank. “Greenlight is one of the latest ways we are making it more rewarding to bank with U.S. Bank, while helping clients and their families reach their financial goals.”
The financial education offering within Greenlight is also proving to be an impactful resource for U.S. Bank families. More than half of U.S. Bank Greenlight users have completed a Level Up in-app financial literacy lesson, and 96% of those users indicated they would start budgeting money after finishing the Budgeting Level Up. Users who completed five or more Level Up lessons have created 45% more savings goals and completed 115% more savings goals than users who have not yet participated in the lessons.
Complimentary Greenlight Select subscriptions (a $69/year value) are available to U.S. Bank clients with an eligible checking account. New connectivity features and capabilities for U.S. Bank Greenlight users are expected to be rolled out later this year.
Learn more about Greenlight at usbank.com/greenlight.
1U.S. Bank customers are eligible to receive the Greenlight Select plan complimentary when an eligible U.S. Bank checking account (excludes Safe Debit and Electronic Transfer accounts) is added as a funding source. You are required to be an authorized transactor on the U.S. Bank account, be at least 18 years of age, and be enrolled in online banking. Your U.S. Bank checking account(s) must be the preferred funding source for your Greenlight account for the entirety of the partnership. If your U.S. Bank checking account(s) cease to be the preferred funding source for your Greenlight account or you add a funding source that is not an eligible U.S. Bank checking account, you may be charged a monthly fee by Greenlight. In-app upgrades will result in additional fees. Subject to Greenlight identity verification. See greenlight.com/terms for additional information. Offer subject to change.
2Greenlight Select families can earn monthly rewards of 2% per annum on an average daily savings balance of up to $5,000 per family. To qualify, the Primary Account must be in Good Standing and have a verified ACH funding account. See greenlight.com/terms for details. Subject to change at any time.
Additional Disclosures
Greenlight is a financial technology company, not a bank. The Greenlight app facilitates banking services through Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB), Member FDIC. The Greenlight Mastercard is issued by Community Federal Savings Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International.
EcoPhage Appoints José Alfredo García to its Board Of Directors
OR YEHUDA, Israel, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EcoPhage, a leader in the development and commercialization of sustainable phage-based biopesticides for bacterial plant diseases, expecting its first U.S. EPA approval, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. José Alfredo García, to its Board of Directors. With extensive experience in building and scaling global agribusiness platforms, García joins at a pivotal time as the company prepares for commercial rollout in key markets
Mr. García held senior executive roles at Rovensa Group, where he contributed to the development of global strategies and the organizational consolidation of the company’s biologicals portfolio. During his tenure, he was involved in commercial leadership and integration efforts across multiple geographies, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainable inputs, and growth initiatives in Latin America and Europe.
Prior to that, he spent more than a decade at FMC Corporation, where he led regulatory, development, marketing, and commercial operations across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of the industry, global distribution systems, and innovation dynamics in the agricultural inputs industry.
He is launching Nuvelis, a platform that aims to connect breakthrough agricultural technologies with leading distributors and manufacturers across key agricultural markets.
“I’ve witnessed firsthand how the agricultural inputs sector is evolving—from traditional chemistry to biological precision,” said José Alfredo García. “From my early days at FMC, through my involvement in global biosolutions platforms, to now launching Nuvelis, I’ve always believed that innovation only matters when it’s scalable. EcoPhage combines scientific excellence with real-world impact, and I’m honoured to contribute to its journey.”
EcoPhage, founded by the Trendlines Group and Bayer, is at the forefront of developing next-generation bacteriophage-based solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases with minimal environmental impact.
“José Alfredo’s deep expertise in commercial strategy, M&A integration, and market development makes him a powerful addition to our board,” said Nitza Kardish, PhD, Chair of EcoPhage.
“He brings global perspective, operational discipline, and a true passion for biologicals—exactly what EcoPhage needs as we move into commercialization,” added Guy Elitzur, CEO of EcoPhage.
About Trendlines
The Trendlines Group invests in innovation in agrifood and medtech, leveraging our experience, partnerships network, and resources to go from seed to market. Trendlines’ shares are traded on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: 42T) and in the United States as an American Depositary Receipt (ADR) on the OTCQX (OTCQX: TRNLY).
About EcoPhage
EcoPhage pioneers the development and commercialization of bacteriophages-based bactericides with minimal environmental impact and maximum efficacy, addressing a crucial issue in global agriculture. Our innovative products harness the power of bacteriophages–viruses uniquely targeting bacteria–to prevent and cure plants, offering nontoxic solutions for bacterial diseases. For more information, please visit EcoPhage.com.
Our mission is to transform the agricultural bactericide market by offering precise, natural, and sustainable solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases. Co-developed with the prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science, EcoPhage’s proprietary technology platform enables safer and more effective crop protection, helping farmers increase yields and reduce losses while promoting ecological balance.
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Asian Millennial Women Use Their Buying Power To Protect the Environment
Originally published on Nielsen Insights
This year’s International Women’s Day theme #accelerateaction puts the spotlight on how women are driving change around the world. With 2024 being the warmest year on record for the U.S., climate change and sustainability is a big concern—and definitely for women who are 7% more likely to feel that our society should do much more to protect the environment/planet. For Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) millennial women in particular, that number is even more pronounced, with 25% of them more likely to feel that way1.
For AANHPI millennial women, it’s not just a feeling, they are also acting by putting their money where their heart is: they are twice as likely to pay more for eco-friendly products and services compared to the total population1. And brands are taking note. For example, K-Beauty company Innis Free doubled down on its eco-friendly, cruelty free ingredients and packaging for the U.S. market and opened its flagship store in New York City with the Millennial and Gen Z consumer in mind. Asian millennial women are also more likely than Asian millennial men to perform eco-friendly activities from recycling to donating to environmental causes: See chart above.
AANHPI millennial women don’t just influence brands—they also influence their peers. In fact, 36% of AANHPI women agree that they are considered the leader in trends by their friend/peer group². This influence extends to purchasing power, as their choices around sustainability and eco-consciousness shape what their peers buy. Brands that align with these values can tap into a powerful network of consumers who actively share and promote the products they believe in.
When it comes to protecting the environment, the influence of Asian women to #accelerateaction goes back to earlier generations. Miya Yoshitani, Executive Director of the Asian Pacific Environmental Network has been a leader of the environmental justice movement since the 1990s. Through organizing in Asian-American communities, she fights for healthy communities and also paved the way for today’s social media activists. AANHPI women millennials have dedicated platforms for doing good, enabling them to reach audiences 18+ who spend almost eight hours a week on social media (Q3 2024). Jewish-Filipina Kristi Drutman of browngirlgreen is a self-described “environmental educator passionate about working at the intersections between media, diversity, and environmentalism”. South Asian Aditi Mayer blends the “worlds of art, industry, and education— all with a socially conscious slant”.
These platforms offer a way for brands to create meaningful connections with Asian female millennials who are early in their consumer lifecycle. They have the buying power: average monthly earnings of Asian women ($1,331) are higher than those of their counterparts, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. They have expectations: 56% of AANHPI women expect the brands they buy to support the causes they care about2. Brands looking to grow their business can’t afford to ignore eco-conscious Asian female millennials.
Data sources:
1Scarborough USA+ 2024 Release 1 Total (Jan 2023-Apr 2024)
2Nielsen Attitudes on Representation Study, 2023
One, Two, Three-Peat: Mary Kay Inc. Named #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World for Three Years in a Row
DALLAS, June 23, 2025 /3BL/ – Good things come in threes: iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. has again been named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World1 by Euromonitor International for the third consecutive year.
Euromonitor International is the foremost provider of global business intelligence, market analysis, and consumer insights with over 50 years of conducting market research across more than 100 countries.
“Being named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World by Euromonitor International three years in a row marks a grand slam achievement for Mary Kay,” said Ryan Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Mary Kay. “This repeated milestone reflects years of R&D and marketing efforts to create skin and beauty solutions that meet consumer needs and are loved the world-over. Above all, it demonstrates the transformative power of our Independent Beauty Consultants who are driving this success globally.”
In addition to the global recognition, Mary Kay has been named:
- #1 Brand of Facial Make-Up in Latin America,*
- #1 Brand of Lip Products in Latin America,*
- #1 Brand of Color Cosmetics in Mexico,*
- #1 Brand of Skincare and Color Cosmetics in Mexico.*
Sarah Boumphrey, Global Research Director at Euromonitor International, stated, “Our awards reflect the highest standard of excellence in the industries we track, and beauty and direct selling are no exception. Honorees are recognized through a rigorous, data-driven evaluation process that draws on independent research, global market analysis, and deep category expertise. Euromonitor is proud to collaborate with leading companies, like Mary Kay, and this accomplishment signifies their commitment to performance and quality in a highly competitive landscape.”
With presence in over 40 markets and millions of Independent Beauty Consultants around the world, Mary Kay continues to set the standard for beauty that empowers and delivers. Several fan-favorite products contribute to Mary Kay’s #1 status, including the iconic TimeWise® skincare line, the dermatologist validated Clinical Solutions® skincare line, the Mary Kay® Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover beloved by influencers and celebrities, the Mary Kay® Ultimate Mascara™, the Mary Kay Unlimited® Lip Gloss, and the Mary Kay® Waterproof Eyeliner, to name a few.
In 2024 alone, Mary Kay garnered 65 beauty awards around the world. In addition to the Euromonitor International #1 recognition, Mary Kay recently ranked #11 in the Women’s Wear Daily Beauty Inc.’s 2024 Top 100 Beauty Companies.
Mary Kay products are sold by best-in-class Independent Beauty Consultants who provide personalized service to customers in person and online at www.MaryKay.com, and on social and digital media channels.
The Euromonitor award reinforces Mary Kay as one of the world’s best loved brands with a business model and corporate mission focused on empowering women, transforming lives, and helping to protect our natural resources.
Did You Know:
- One Mary Kay® Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover is sold every 5 minutes around the globe.2
- Nearly 1,500 patents globally are held by Mary Kay for products, technologies, and packaging designs in its global portfolio.3
- Mary Kay’s state-of-the-art Richard R. Rogers (R3) global Manufacturing/R&D Center located in Lewisville, Texas, has a production capacity of up to 1.1 million products per day.
- 62% of Mary Kay’s global R&D teams are women.4
- 81% of Mary Kay’s Global Marketing team & Creative Studio are women.5
- 30% of sales force members who started their Mary Kay business in the past year are under the age of 35.6
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About Mary Kay
One of the original glass ceiling breakers, Mary Kay Ash founded her dream beauty brand in Texas in 1963 with one goal: to enrich women’s lives. That dream has blossomed into a global company with millions of independent sales force members in more than 40 markets. For over 60 years, the Mary Kay opportunity has empowered women to define their own futures through education, mentorship, advocacy, and innovation. Mary Kay is dedicated to investing in the science behind beauty and manufacturing cutting-edge skincare, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements, and fragrances. Mary Kay believes in preserving our planet for future generations, protecting women impacted by cancer and domestic abuse, and encouraging youth to follow their dreams. Learn more at marykayglobal.com. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or follow us on X.
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1“Source Euromonitor International Limited; Beauty and Personal Care 2025 Edition, value sales at RSP, 2024 data”
* “Source Euromonitor International Limited; Beauty and Personal Care 2025 Edition, value sales at RSP, 2024 data”
2Source: Mary Kay Inc., data as of December 2024, for the past 12 months, based on units sold.
3 Source: Mary Kay Inc., as of 2025.
4Source: Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2025).
5Source: Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2025).
6Source: Mary Kay Inc., 2024 U.S. data.
Not Just Clean — Certified Clean: Chlorophyll Water® Earns Clean Label Project Honors for Third Straight Year
First Bottled Water in the U.S. to Earn Certification Continues to Lead in Transparency and Clean Hydration
BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Chlorophyll Water® is proud to announce it has earned the Clean Label Project® Certification for the third consecutive year, further solidifying its commitment to clean-label wellness, ingredient transparency, and industry-leading purification standards.
Chlorophyll Water® originally made history as the first-ever bottled water in the United States to pass the Clean Label Project Certification — a rigorous, independent third-party standard testing for more than 90 environmental and industrial contaminants, including heavy metals, plasticizers, and pesticide residues.
“In my opinion, Clean Label Project Certification is the most important certification a brand can earn — because it’s not about hype or marketing, it’s about what’s actually in your product,” said Matt Levine, founder of Chlorophyll Water. “Clean Label Project provides third-party, lab-tested proof independently tested for over 90 environmental toxins, plasticizers, and pesticide residues. It’s the gold standard for brands that truly stand behind their product.”
The brand was independently tested by Ellipse Analytics, an ISO-accredited analytical chemistry lab. Chlorophyll Water® passed every benchmark — including non-detect levels of BPA, BPS, lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury — reaffirming its reputation for product purity and consumer trust. [View the latest lab results HERE.]
“Consumers are increasingly concerned about the beverages they put into their bodies and the food they provide for themselves and their families,” said Jaclyn Bowen, MPH, MS, food safety systems engineer and Executive Director of Clean Label Project. “Being the first bottled water in the U.S. to receive this certification speaks volumes about Chlorophyll Water’s commitment to ingredient quality and purification.”
The Clean Label Project® is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing truth and transparency to consumer product labeling through data and science — helping wellness-focused consumers make informed choices based on lab testing, not marketing claims.
Chlorophyll Water® is ultra-purified water infused with chlorophyll derived from alfalfa and fortified with essential vitamins A, B12, C, and D. It’s bottled in 100% recycled plastic using CleanFlake™ label technology to ensure recyclability and reduce contamination in the recycling stream.
Through a new partnership with rePurpose Global, the sale of each bottle of Chlorophyll Water® funds the recovery of one ocean-bound plastic bottle. Combined with bottles made from 100% recycled plastic, Chlorophyll Water® is helping close the loop—minimizing plastic waste and avoiding the use of virgin plastic. This recovered plastic is then recycled, further reducing environmental impact—all while maintaining Clean Label Certification. Clean, transparent, and purpose-driven, Chlorophyll Water® is leading the way in sustainable hydration.
Now available nationwide across all 50 states — including Erewhon, Sprouts, Wegmans, Meijer, Pavilions, Bristol Farms, Earth Fare, Giant, Gourmet Garage, Mother’s Market, Plum Market, 3 Natives, Pure Green, Pura Vida and other leading grocery and wellness retailers — Chlorophyll Water® is setting the standard in clean-label, functional hydration.
For more information, visit ChlorophyllWater.com, on Amazon.com/ChlorophyllWater or @ChlorophyllWater on social media.
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Eaton’s “Factories as a Grid” Approach Helps Manufacturing Companies Advance Energy Security for More Affordable, Resilient Power
CLEVELAND, June 23, 2025 /3BL/ – Electricity is the backbone of modern industrial operations and digitalization provides new opportunities to optimize energy systems. Intelligent power management company Eaton is empowering customers to put electrification and digitalization to work in new ways with its Factories as a Grid approach that maximizes the functionality of existing energy systems along with renewable energy resources to achieve greater levels of energy resilience, affordability and efficiency.
The strategy builds on Eaton’s Everything as a Grid perspective that provides customers with more energy choices and enables a flexible foundation to secure reliable and resilient power. Adopting this Factories as a Grid approach can help manufacturers simplify the electrification of critical processes while simultaneously improving energy efficiency, ensuring a constant supply uninterrupted power and reducing operational costs by producing and consuming electrical power more intelligently.
“There are multiple global megatrends at play impacting manufacturing. Everything is electrifying and extreme weather events are becoming more common,” said Marc Elliott, director – mining, metals, minerals, pulp and paper at Eaton. “Solving these challenges requires integrated solutions that transform electrical systems from simple loads on the grid into intelligent business assets that assure energy security. At Eaton, we’re leveraging our expertise and industry-leading solutions to help our customers make that happen.”
The strategy hinges on the scaled implementation of intelligent power management solutions to manage the new demands of electrified processes. By taking a holistic view of energy needs and infrastructure, Eaton can help customers intelligently balance energy production and consumption to achieve operational goals, including:
- Improved resilience using proven microgrid technology, onsite renewable energy generation and energy storage to support always-on power during grid interruptions.
- Reduced energy costs through the ability to react to real-time grid conditions and strategically produce, store and consume electricity generated on site.
- Improved energy efficiency and equipment performance supported by Eaton’s Brightlayer portfolio that delivers real-time and actionable insights.
- Cost-effective electrification including accommodations for electric fleet charging infrastructure that help reduce costs and save time.
- Accelerated decarbonization through the integration of onsite clean energy resources that can be monetized to maximize return on investment.
Eaton is demonstrating its Factories as a Grid approach at its Arecibo, Puerto Rico manufacturing facility, which produces circuit breakers for homes, buildings and industrial applications. This first-of-its-kind project integrates onsite solar generation, energy storage and intelligent digital solutions into a microgrid that is cutting operational costs, energy consumption and emissions.
Matt Hockman, president of Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions at Eaton, will highlight the Factories as a Grid approach during a keynote address focused on innovative approaches to meet growing energy demand during the Reuters Global Energy Transition 2025 event in New York City on June 25.
Learn more about how Eaton is helping build the factories of the future.
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.
Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of nearly $25 billion in 2024, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.
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Southwire Partners With Algae Tree To Host Carbon Removal Pilot
Southwire, the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Engineering and Algae Tree LLC have teamed up to pilot one of the first carbon removing art installations in the US.
The unit grows microalgae in a tree-shaped photobioreactor at Southwire’s Thorn Customer Solutions Center where visitors can witness the carbon dioxide removal project firsthand.
The pilot unit contains a species of microalgae called Arthrospira platensis (spirulina) – a naturally occurring strain of algae – and is projected to capture carbon dioxide at the same rate as 38 fully grown trees.
“Southwire has a long-held commitment to sustainability, and this project aligns with our efforts to support education and reduce impacts to the environment,” said Bo Quick, vice president, corporate sustainability. “We were pleased to engage with the Algae Tree and the UGA capstone students as they evaluated this innovative carbon removal technology.”
While the pilot unit is in service, UGA engineering students will analyze data from the project with the hopes of helping influence the design of future full-scale ventures. Students displayed the prototype to members of the public and UGA community at the 2024 Capstone Design Showcase where it started hundreds of conversations about how carbon dioxide impacts the environment.
“The Algae Tree is a great way for organizations to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability,” said Jeffery Whitmire, Algae Tree founder. “Our tree-shaped sculptures actively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere while engaging with the public and making a statement of beauty.”
Visit https://southwire.com/sustainability to learn more about sustainability at Southwire.
Exro Provides Update on Convertible Debenture Interest Payments
CALGARY, AB, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (“Exro” or the “Company“), a leading clean technology company specializing in power control solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage, today provided an update on the settlement of certain interest payments through the issuance of common shares.
As of June 23, 2025, pursuant to the terms of the C$15,000,000 senior secured convertible debentures of the Company issued on December 30, 2022 (the “Debentures”), bearing interest at 12% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears beginning on June 30, 2023 (the “Due Date”), the Company has 14,950 debenture units outstanding, and an aggregate amount of interest owing on the Debentures payable of C$897,000 (the “Interest”). The Company has elected to issue 12,814,284 common shares in the capital of the Company (“Common Shares”) at a deemed price of C$0.07 to the debenture holders as payment for the interest. Pursuant to the Debentures, the deemed issue price per Common Share is calculated based on the volume weighted average trading price of the Common Shares for the five trading days immediately prior to June 23, 2025.
The issuance of the Common Shares as payment for interest owing on the Debentures is subject to the terms and conditions of the Debentures as well as the receipt of all requisite approvals, including, without limitation, the approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange.
ABOUT EXRO TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Exro Technologies Inc., now expanded through the acquisition of SEA Electric, is a leading clean technology company that has developed new-generation power control electronics. Its innovative suite of solutions, including Coil Driver™, Cell Driver™, and SEA-Drive®, expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries and offer OEMs a comprehensive e-propulsion solution with unmatched performance and efficiency. Exro is reshaping global energy consumption, accelerating adoption towards a circular electrified economy by delivering more with less – minimum energy for maximum results.
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Sustainable technology awarded at 2025 Young Inventors Prize ceremony
- French-American chemist Marie Perrin wins the World Builders prize for her method to recycle rare earth elements from fluorescent lamps
- Ugandan team Sandra Namboozo and Samuel Muyita awarded Community Healers prize for biodegradable sachets that reduce fruit spoilage
- US sisters Neeka and Leila Mashouf receive Nature Guardians prize for turning industrial CO₂ emissions into sustainable textiles
- Spanish team Granado, Sosa and Chimeno named People’s Choice winners for smart labels reducing food waste
MUNICH and REYKJAVIK, Iceland, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — During a ceremony held today in Iceland, the European Patent Office (EPO) has awarded three special prizes as part of the 2025 Young Inventors Prize. These recognise outstanding achievements by inventors aged 30 and under whose work supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A fourth distinction, the People’s Choice winner, was awarded to Spanish inventors Granado, Sosa and Chimeno, after having ranked first in the public vote.
The ten winners of this year’s Young Inventors Prize — known as the Tomorrow Shapers — were selected by an independent jury from over 450 candidates worldwide, each receiving EUR 5 000. From this group, the jury awarded special recognition to Marie Perrin (France/US), Sandra Namboozo and Samuel Muyita (Uganda), and Neeka and Leila Mashouf (US) naming them World Builders, Community Healers, and Nature Guardians, respectively, with each receiving an additional EUR 15 000. The team of Spanish inventors Granado, Sosa and Chimeno was also chosen by public vote as the People’s Choice winner, earning a further EUR 5 000.
World Builders prize
Marie Perrin (28), a French-American chemist based in Switzerland, was awarded the World Builders Prize for her invention– a cleaner method to recycle rare earth elements (REEs) from discarded fluorescent lamps. Rare earths are essential to electronics and green tech, but difficult and environmentally damaging to extract. Perrin’s method, commercialised through her company REEcover, avoids harmful solvents and complex purification, making it easier to reuse resources instead of relying on new mining. The process achieves selective recovery of europium while preserving the ability to reuse chemicals, significantly reducing toxic waste compared to conventional methods.
“It has been a true privilege to stand alongside such inspiring young innovators from across the globe, and I hope it encourages more young women to see themselves as inventors and changemakers,” said Perrin.
The World Builders prize honours innovators advancing sustainable access to essential resources, such as water, energy and infrastructure. Their work drives circular economy solutions that promote prosperity while reducing environmental impact.
Community Healers prize
Ugandan entrepreneurs Sandra Namboozo (26) and Samuel Muyita (28) received the Community Healers Prize for having developed a biodegradable sachet that triples the shelf life of fruit without refrigeration. The sachets release plant-based compounds that slow down ripening and help to reduce food waste. The duo founded Karpolax to commercialise their work and support smallholder farmers. In pilot tests, Karpolax-treated mangoes remained fresh for 33 days, compared to just 11 days for untreated fruits.
“Winning a special prize is a powerful validation,” said Namboozo and Muyita. “It shines a global spotlight on a simple truth: innovation rooted in empathy can change the world.”
The Community Healers prize recognises changemakers focused on social equity through solutions in food security, healthcare, education and fair working conditions.
Nature Guardians prize
Twin sisters Neeka and Leila Mashouf (28), from the United States, were awarded the Nature Guardians prize for a carbon capture process that mimics photosynthesis. Through their company Rubi Laboratories, they developed an enzymatic method that converts CO₂ emissions into biodegradable cellulose for textiles and other products. The company’s closed-loop system uses carbon from manufacturing waste streams to produce regenerated fabric without fossil-based fibres or dyes.
“It took countless trials, errors and optimisations to make it all work,” said Neeka. “From producing enzymes that had never been made before to testing them in conditions no one had ever explored.”
The Nature Guardians prize celebrates innovators dedicated to protecting ecosystems and biodiversity, addressing climate change, ocean health and wildlife conservation.
People’s Choice winner
Spanish entrepreneurs Pilar Granado (29), Pablo Sosa Domínguez (29) and Luis Chimeno (28) are the People’s Choice winners. Their innovation of smart labels that indicate food spoilage based on bacterial growth was selected by public vote for its potential to help reduce food waste and increase food safety, while promoting sustainability across the supply chain.
“We are very excited and grateful for the recognition! It is a motivational boost for us, as this award shows that we are on the right track and that our solution could really change the world, taking a positive step towards a more sustainable and safer supply chain for all”, said the team.
The People’s Choice is chosen by the general public. Voting opened online on 6 May when all the Tomorrow Shapers were announced and closed just before the ceremony started.
The Young Inventors Prize celebrates worldwide innovators 30 and under using technology to address global challenges posed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The winners of the 2025 edition were announced today during a ceremony livestreamed from Iceland.
Find more information about the inventions, their impact and the inventors’ stories here.
About the Young Inventors Prize
Aimed at individuals 30 and under, the Young Inventors Prize showcases the transformative power of youth-driven solutions and recognises the remarkable young people paving the way to a more sustainable future. Established in 2022, trophies were first handed out during the European Inventor Award ceremony. As of 2025, the Prize has moved up a gear with its own dedicated event, held separately from the Award. Among the 10 Tomorrow Shapers selected for each edition, three receive special prizes: World Builders, Community Healers, and Nature Guardians. In addition, a People’s Choice winner is selected through an online public vote. Each Tomorrow Shaper receives EUR 5 000, while the three special prize winners are awarded an additional EUR 15 000. The People’s Choice winner also receives an extra EUR 5 000. Read more on the Young Inventors Prize eligibility and selection criteria.
About the EPO
With 6,300 staff members, the European Patent Office (EPO) is one of the largest public service institutions in Europe. Headquartered in Munich with offices in Berlin, Brussels, The Hague and Vienna, the EPO was founded with the aim of strengthening co-operation on patents in Europe. Through the EPO’s centralised patent granting procedure, inventors are able to obtain high-quality patent protection in up to 46 countries, covering a market of some 700 million people. The EPO is also the world’s leading authority in patent information and patent searching.
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