Month: June 2025

This licensing partnership brings an established global product line to French contractors.

COON RAPIDS, Minn. and PROVINS, France,, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Precast Forte Group and the Saint-Léonard Matériaux (SLM) division of Groupe Saint-Léonard (GSL) today announced a strategic partnership to bring the innovative EV Blocks precast foundation for electric vehicle chargers to the French market. This universal, ready-to-install solution is already delivering improved project margins and future-proofing infrastructure in markets worldwide.

The Precast Forte Group currently licenses EV Blocks and other precast products across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia.

SLM, a division of GSL, is a well-established provider of concrete precast products in France, with in-house civil engineering and logistics capabilities to support a wide range of customer needs. Its growth strategy focuses on developing complementary solutions that accelerate progress toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Romain Collignon, Director of SLM, views EV Blocks as a key component of his strategy related to the rapid growth of French EV charging point installations which are expected to triple, while advancing the country’s decarbonization goals as well. Precast products have already proven successful for SLM, widely recognized in France as efficient in both resource use and labor, and endorsed by the International Federation for Structural Concrete. “With the surge in demand for EV charging infrastructure, there’s a major opportunity to provide the foundational elements that support that growth.It seems that the timing to introduce this product is right,” says Collignon.

While GSL currently licenses other products, this marks its first international partnership. US-based Forte will support the rollout of the EV Blocks product in France, providing localized marketing support, an online presence, and translated technical and installation documentation.

“The Forte team continues to see strong global interest in the EV Blocks line,” says Mike Klotthor, President of Forte. “France’s commitment to net-zero and its embrace of the benefits of precast construction signals a strong market fit. We’re excited to support Romain and the GSL team as they introduce this efficient, sustainable solution to French contractors.”

About The Precast Forte Group

Forte is based in Coon Rapids, MN and stems from precast modular block licensor, Recon Wall Systems, Inc., founded in 2000. Forte’s mission is to lead the precast concrete industry in commerce and partnership through licensing, innovation, promotion, and education; serving licensees and consumers. Learn more at www.precastforte.com.

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BILLINGSHURST, UK, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Energys Group Limited (NASDAQ: ENGS) (“Energys Group” or the “Company“, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group“), a vertically integrated energy efficiency and decarbonisation solutions provider for the built environment, is pleased to announce the award of the second tranche of LED lighting projects from Ark Multi-Academy Trust (“Ark“), an education charity based in London, United Kingdom.

The LED lighting projects involve upgrading existing infrastructure with the latest generation of LED lighting systems and intelligent controls. Upon completion, the projects are expected to deliver annual savings of approximately £1.4 million and reduce carbon emissions by over 900 tonnes annually. To date, the Company has completed Phase I of the projects, valued at £1.2 million. Riding on the successful completion and its proven track record, the Company has secured an additional £1.1 million in contracts which will commence immediately, along with £1.2 million for works scheduled for August 2025. A further £2.0 million later in 2025 is anticipated to finalise the programme, bringing the total value of works to £5.5 million.

Kevin Cox, Chief Executive Officer of Energys Group Limited, commented, “It is a privilege to work with Ark Multi-Academy Trust, which has demonstrated its strong commitment towards education accessibility and sustainability since 2002. We are proud to be part of this transformative programme. The new contracts also highlight our strong relationship with our clients, along with our growing brand profile and track record. Looking ahead, our team will remain committed to advancing the decarbonisation initiatives, with the aim of fostering a greener, more sustainable environment for all.”

About Energys Group
Founded in 1998 as an energy conservation consultancy, Energys Group Limited (NASDAQ: ENGS) has since transitioned into a vertically integrated energy efficiency and decarbonisation solutions provider for the built environment. Serving organisations from both the private and public sectors, including schools, universities, hospitals, and offices primarily in the UK, the Company’s vision is to deliver innovative solutions that reduce carbon emissions, lower costs, and support the Net Zero agenda – alongside improving the wellbeing of building users within the built environment.
For more information: www.energysgroup.com 

About Ark Multi-Academy Trust
Ark is an education charity that exists to make sure that all children, regardless of their background, have access to a great education and real choices in life. There are approximately 30,000 students across the network of 39 schools within the Trust.
For more information: www.arkonline.org

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity, and health, today published its 2024 Sustainability Report. Entitled Values-Led, Purpose-Driven, the report provides an update on Albemarle’s achievements in line with the company’s sustainability goals.

“As a values-led organization, sustainability is foundational to how we choose to operate,” said Albemarle Chairman and CEO Kent Masters. “The initiatives outlined in this report speak to our commitment to creating a more resilient world. We remain dedicated to minimizing our environmental footprint, creating responsible and reliable products for our customers, and engaging with our communities to foster positive outcomes.”

Report Highlights

Reducing our carbon footprint

• Due to efficiency improvements and increased procurement of renewable and carbon-free electricity, we remain on track to grow our Energy Storage business in a scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity-neutral manner. In addition, our Specialties and Ketjen segments also remain on track to meet their 2030 scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions targets on an absolute basis.
• 24% of our total electricity consumed was generated from renewable sources, an increase from 16% the previous year.
• Initiated a decarbonization roadmap to assess enterprise hot spots and identify intervention approaches including electrification and renewable/carbon-free electricity, process changes and efficiency improvements, fuel substitutions and end-of-pipe solutions.

Practicing responsible freshwater management

• Our operations in Chile and Jordan are on track to meet our 2030 freshwater intensity target.
• In Chile, we achieved an additional 28% reduction in freshwater intensity by further optimizing the efficiency of our La Negra facility and completing the first year of continuous operation for our Salar Yield Improvement Project.
• At our Jordan Bromine Company (JBC) joint venture, we achieved the mechanical completion of NEBO, a process upgrade that is expected to bring the facility’s freshwater intensity in line with 2030 targets.

Supporting our customers’ sustainability goals

• We expanded the development of externally verified Product Carbon Footprints to include more bromine and lithium products from locations in the U.S., Jordan and China.

Promoting the resilience of our communities

• A human rights assessment was conducted at our Salar de Atacama site in Chile to confirm our standards and tools align with global best practices to protect the rights of our employees, suppliers and communities.

To read Albemarle’s 2024 Sustainability Report, visit the company’s website at www.albemarle.com.
The report was developed with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards and recommendations outlined by the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).

About Albemarle
Albemarle Corp. (NYSE: ALB) leads the world in transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. We partner to pioneer new ways to move, power, connect and protect with people and planet in mind. A reliable and high-quality global supply of lithium and bromine allows us to deliver advanced solutions for our customers. Learn more about how the people of Albemarle are enabling a more resilient world at Albemarle.com, LinkedIn and on X (formerly known as Twitter) @AlbemarleCorp.

Albemarle regularly posts information to www.albemarle.com, including notification of events, news, financial performance, investor presentations and webcasts, non-GAAP reconciliations, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings and other information regarding the company, its businesses and the markets it serves.

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The 2024 Sustainability Report and our sustainability webpage contain statements relating to Albemarle’s operations, growth strategies and sustainability plans that are based on our current expectations, anticipations and beliefs regarding the future, which constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, which are based on assumptions that we have made as of the date hereof and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, often contain words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “design,” “target,” “project,” “commit,” “aim,” “intend,” “may,” “outlook,” “scenario,” “should,” “would,” and “will.” Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond the company’s control and are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. The reader should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this report. Unless legally required, Albemarle undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Standards of measurement and performance made in reference to our environmental, social, governance and other sustainability plans and goals may be based on protocols, processes and assumptions that continue to evolve and are subject to change in the future, including due to the impact of future regulations. Factors that could cause Albemarle’s actual results to differ materially from the outlook expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement include: changes in economic and business conditions; financial and operating performance of customers; fluctuations in lithium market prices; production volume shortfalls; increased competition; changes in product demand; availability and cost of raw materials and energy; technological change and development; changes in laws and government regulation; regulatory actions, proceedings, claims or litigation; cyber-security breaches, terrorist attacks, industrial accidents or natural disasters; political unrest; acquisition and divestiture transactions; timing and success of projects; performance of Albemarle’s partners in joint ventures and other projects; and the other factors detailed from time to time in the reports Albemarle files with the SEC, including those described under “Risk Factors” in Albemarle’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are filed with the SEC and available on the investor section of Albemarle’s website (investors.albemarle.com) and on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

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TRIANGLE, Va., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Marine Toys for Tots proudly continued its multi-year partnership with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) this past Sunday, sponsoring Austin Dillon’s No. 3 Chevrolet at the Nashville race to bring their shared mission of hope to the National stage. Dillon’s iconic No. 3 Chevrolet carried the Toys for Tots logo—serving as a high-speed symbol of compassion, resilience, and the power of giving.

Taking the track on June 1 at 6:00 p.m., Dillon raced with purpose, representing the millions of families across America who rely on the support and generosity of Toys for Tots and the American public. He raced across the finish line, and his impact reached far beyond the checkered flag.

“This was more than just a race—it was a symbol of the resilience and potential of children across America,” said LtGen Jim Laster, USMC (Retired), President & CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “Together with Richard Childress Racing, we were honored to bring visibility to our mission and empower communities to make a lasting difference in the lives of disadvantaged children.”

More than a Christmastime charity, Toys for Tots delivers joy, emotional support, and a sense of normalcy to children in need all year long—through toys, books, and other meaningful gifts. As the Program expands its reach beyond the Christmas season, its collaboration with RCR and Austin Dillon is helping drive that mission forward with renewed energy and purpose.

“Our commitment to being a constant source of hope and support is stronger than ever—because no child living in poverty should ever be forgotten or left behind,” says LtGen Laster. “The collaboration with RCR and Austin Dillon creates new opportunities for Toys for Tots to extend its mission, ensuring that disadvantaged children receive the hope and support they deserve.”

Beyond the excitement of race day, this partnership is a powerful example of what can happen when passion meets purpose. Like a successful race, helping children thrive takes teamwork, perseverance, and a shared belief in something greater than ourselves.

With Austin Dillon behind the wheel, this collaboration continues to raise awareness and mobilize support, ensuring that the spirit of giving extends beyond the holiday season and into the everyday lives of children who need it most. Every lap at Nashville was more than a competition—it was a call to come together and build a future full of hope, promise, and opportunity.

To learn more about Toys for Tots or make a donation, visit www.toysfortots.org.

Media Contact:
Ted Silvester
VP Marketing and Development
(703) 649-2021
Ted.Silvester@toysfortots.org

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