Baltimore Advances Multi-Billion Dollar Housing Redevelopment Program

15-year plan aims to eliminate tens of thousands of vacant properties, restore neighborhood housing markets—making it the largest community investment initiative in the city’s history

BALTIMORE, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid a growing national housing shortage, Baltimore is leading the nation’s most ambitious housing redevelopment program – supported by $1.2 billion in public investment commitments – and is aiming to leverage an additional $5 billion in private-sector financing, according to the Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC). This comprehensive, 15-year strategy will initially revitalize more than 37,000 vacant or at-risk properties, tipping market conditions for private development across an additional 33,000 houses and lots.

“This initiative demonstrates the strength and alignment of our region in addressing vacancy at scale,” said Mark Anthony Thomas, president of the GBC. “As a core economic development priority, the public dollars committed to this effort are designed to catalyze significant private-sector investment, grow our population, and strengthen neighborhoods. By bringing together civic leadership, private capital, and community partners, Baltimore is setting a new national benchmark for city revitalization.”

Unlike programs focused on single buildings, Baltimore’s strategy addresses vacancy at the block level—recognizing that housing stability, neighborhood vitality, and quality public spaces go hand in hand. In addition to revitalizing homes, the intention is to align investments in infrastructure, commercial corridors, parks, and community spaces, taking a holistic approach to neighborhood renewal. The work is being led by the GBC, the Mayor’s Office, and BUILD Baltimore, and is being coordinated through Reinvest Baltimore, which Gov. Wes Moore established via executive order in October 2024. 

Baltimore is proving what’s possible when a city invests boldly in its future,” said Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott. “With over a billion dollars in public funding, strong private-sector partnerships, and deep community engagement, we’re not just reducing the number of vacant homes—we’re transforming entire neighborhoods and creating lasting economic opportunity for our residents.”

To date, the effort has secured:

  • $300 million from the City of Baltimore, including a first-of-its-kind affordable housing tax increment financing (TIF) program. This tool uses future increases in property tax revenue from revitalized areas to fund improvements today, accelerating redevelopment.
  • $900 million from the State of Maryland, pledged over the coming years to support housing and neighborhood reinvestment.

Together, these commitments mark essential steps toward reaching $3 billion in public funding over the next 15 years.

“We’re committed to transforming Baltimore’s neighborhoods by addressing vacancy with urgency and precision,” said Secretary Jake Day, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. “We’re not just filling empty houses—we’re building stronger, safer, and more connected communities through collaboration at both the local and statewide level.”

Public Financial Management Systems (PFM), a national consulting firm that advises governments on fiscal strategy, projects more than $7.3 billion in economic value from the program over the next 30 years, driven by increased tax revenue, job creation, and rising property values. The plan for private sector investment, developed by Forsyth Street Advisors, suggests multiple funding structures, including innovative tools like shared-appreciation mortgages and scattered-site rental loans for small developers. PNC, Bank of America, JPMorganChase, and T. Rowe Price are already engaged in the effort, and GBC is leading the development of a strategy to secure additional private-sector commitments through a new family of funds. 

This week, GBC issued a Request for Information (RFI) to find a partner to design a private capital strategy that directs funds to support this mission. GBC and its partners aim to mobilize capital through a structured set of investment vehicles that align with both market realities and public priorities.

Baltimore’s approach builds on the proven success of ReBUILD Metro in East Baltimore, which focused on whole-block revitalization. Over the last two decades, ReBUILD Metro has invested over $125 million in East Baltimore, remediating over 500 vacant properties and lots into new homes and assets – reducing vacancy by over 90% in the first two focus areas and substantially increasing both neighborhood population and average home values, without displacing existing residents. Originally funded through philanthropic support, the program is now scaling with state funds, providing a tested model for this citywide effort.

About the Greater Baltimore Committee
The Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC) is the leading economic and civic organization for the Baltimore Region, providing insightful economic and civic leadership to drive collective impact. GBC is powered by more than 300 private sector partners, including large, mid-size, and small companies; nonprofits; foundations; and educational and healthcare institutions, the GBC is dedicated to fostering the prosperity of the Greater Baltimore region. Founded in 1955, the GBC merged in 2022 with the Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore—an organization that marketed the region for business investments—and hired its first new leader in more than two decades. In 2024, GBC launched the “Bold Moves” initiative, a new economic brand designed to showcase the region’s ambition, innovation, and momentum in attracting business and talent to Greater Baltimore.

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ADVANCION PUBLISHES 2024 CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

Fourth annual report highlights continued progress in sustainable innovation, safety, and responsible resource stewardship

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Advancion Corporation (“Advancion” or “Company”), a global leader in life science buffers and proprietary specialty ingredients, today announced the release of its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, available at advancionsciences.com/sustainability.

“Our 2024 Sustainability Report reflects both our measurable progress and the deeper values driving our actions.”

Now in its fourth year of comprehensive sustainability reporting, Advancion continues to strengthen its commitment to transparency, accountability, and measurable impact. The 2024 report theme, “Driven by Science. Designed for the Future,” underscores how Advancion integrates sustainability into innovation, operations, and stakeholder relationships to create long-term value.

Key highlights from Advancion’s 2024 report include:

  • Sustainable product innovation – Launched multiple new multifunctional ingredient platforms, including ELEVANCE™ ELITE Bio65, a 50% bio-based amino alcohol for beauty and personal care, and CORRGUARD™ SA-100, an emulsifier with 72% renewable raw material content for metalworking fluids. These together with the new OPTIMINE™ and ELEVANCE™ ULTRA product lines deliver next-generation performance while reducing overall environmental impact across several consumer and industrial markets.
  • Life sciences advancement – Through Expression Systems, an Advancion company, introduced a scalable baculovirus expression vector system (BEVS) platform that enhances productivity for advanced therapies—demonstrating the Company’s role in enabling biotechnology innovation.
  • Safety leadership – For the second consecutive year, Advancion’s Sterlington, Louisiana, and Ibbenbüren, Germany manufacturing facilities operated with zero recordable incidents, highlighting its best-in-class safety culture and robust Advancion Management System (AMS).
  • Environmental stewardship – Made measurable progress toward 2030 environmental goals with reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity, energy consumption, waste, and water use versus 2020 baselines.
  • Positive impact In 2024, 53% of total revenues came from products that positively impact health, minimize waste, or improve environmental performance.

“Our 2024 Sustainability Report reflects both our measurable progress and the deeper values driving our actions,” said David Neuberger, President and Chief Executive Officer. “From advancing renewable chemistry to expanding safety leadership and reducing our environmental footprint, we are proving that progress and responsibility go hand-in-hand. Sustainability is no longer optional—it is embedded into every decision we make, every innovation we launch, and every relationship we build. We remain focused on delivering long-term value to our customers, employees, and communities while safeguarding the health of our planet.”

For more information about Advancion’s sustainability platform and to download the 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, visit advancionsciences.com/sustainability.

ABOUT ADVANCION
Advancion is a leading global producer of specialty ingredients and consumables for biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, home and personal care, and other consumer-oriented and industrial markets. The Company is one of the world’s largest producers of life sciences buffers and other proprietary ingredients, providing high-performance products, best-in-class quality and guaranteed supply security for more than 80 years. Through Expression Systems, an Advancion company, the Company produces innovative cell culture media formulations, cell lines, molecular tools and reagents used in the development and commercial manufacturing of advanced therapies. Advancion operates three manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Germany and serves its global customers through six regional Customer Application Centers located in Chicago, Illinois; Paris, France; São Paulo, Brazil; Singapore; Shanghai, China; and Mumbai, India. The Company is privately owned by Ardian and Golden Gate Capital, and is headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. For more information, visit advancionsciences.com.

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Bechtel Named to Fortune 2025 Change the World List

Recognition underscores Bechtel’s worldwide impact and drive to build a better future

RESTON, Va., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fortune, a global multiplatform media company, this week named Bechtel to its 2025 Change the World list, which recognizes companies that integrate social and environmental impact into their core business strategies and operations as essential drivers of innovation and growth. Read more about Bechtel’s award and the Fortune Change the World list.

Bechtel was highlighted in part for its Low Energy Ejector Desalination System (LEEDS), an energy-efficient process that recycles industrial wastewater into a reusable resource for farms, industry, and communities. By making water reuse more accessible and affordable, LEEDS offers a sustainable alternative to conventional desalination, which is often too energy-intensive and costly for regions facing water stress. The pilot has demonstrated:

  • Up to 50% reduction in energy use compared to traditional desalination
  • 400 barrels of produced water treated per day during 2024 operations in the Permian Basin
  • Full achievement of targets for recovery, energy efficiency, and water quality

“Our purpose has always been bigger than the projects we deliver,” said Brendan Bechtel, Chairman and CEO at Bechtel. “Bechtel’s legacy is defined by taking on the world’s toughest challenges and delivering results that transform communities and industries. What truly sets Bechtel apart is its people—the extraordinary teams who tackle the impossible and achieve what others cannot. We are privileged to do this work that touches lives around the world.”

Being named to the Fortune Change the World list underscores how business performance and societal impact can be closely linked. The recognition reflects Bechtel’s work with customers, communities, and colleagues to deliver projects that strengthen resilience, advance sustainability, and expand opportunity.

Looking ahead, Bechtel is tackling some of the 21st century’s most pressing challenges: powering the growth of artificial intelligence, advancing energy independence, and securing the critical minerals modern life depends on. From transformative transportation projects such as London’s Elizabeth Line to landmark efforts such as NASA’s Mobile Launcher 2 and the management of America’s national laboratories, Bechtel’s work impacts millions of lives.

Learn more about Bechtel’s projects that have advanced industries and improved lives worldwide.

About Bechtel

Bechtel is a trusted engineering, construction and project management partner to industry and government. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Bechtel serves the Energy; Infrastructure; Manufacturing & Technology; Mining & Metals; and Nuclear, Security & Environmental markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. www.bechtel.com

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Field to Market Releases 2025 Sustainability Commitments Report During U.S. Climate Week

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture® announced the release of its fourth Sustainability Commitments Report, alongside updates to its interactive Sustainability Commitments Hub, in recognition of Climate Week. Together, these resources provide a transparent look at the ambitious goals and measurable progress being made by Field to Market’s broad membership across the U.S. agricultural value chain.

Since 2020, Field to Market has compiled and tracked its members’ targeted and aspirational sustainability commitments. This year’s report highlights commitments, including SBTi commitments, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, advance regenerative agriculture, improve water quality, and foster resilient ecosystems, while underscoring the urgent need for collective action to meet the challenges of a changing climate.

63% (118) of Field to Market’s members have now made public sustainability commitments, signaling strong momentum across the value chain.

“On my farm and across U.S. agriculture, resilience is built through stewardship, constant learning, and a willingness to adapt,” said Carrie Vollmer-Sanders, President of Field to Market. “This year’s report and hub updates demonstrate that while we’ve made meaningful progress, no farmer, company, or organization can do this work alone. It takes all of us—working together—to deliver lasting impact for farms, communities, and ecosystems.”

Field to Market equips its members with a suite of science-based and industry-recognized tools—including the Fieldprint Platform®, sustainability indicators, and Regenerative Agriculture Guidance—to help them achieve their goals, track their Scope 3 emissions, and drive measurable improvements across the agricultural landscape.

Explore the full 2025 Sustainability Commitments Report and interactive Sustainability Commitments Hub here: https://fieldtomarket.org/publications/sustainability-commitments/

ABOUT FIELD TO MARKET

Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture® brings together a diverse group of grower organizations; agribusinesses; brands and retail companies; conservation groups; universities and public sector partners to focus on defining, measuring, and advancing the sustainability of food, feed, fiber, and fuel production. Field to Market comprises nearly 190 members representing all facets of the U.S. agricultural supply chain. Learn more about Field to Market here: https://fieldtomarket.org/.

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Beyond the Uniform: A Veteran’s Mission to Keep Others Safe

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For nearly two years, Adam has brought a unique blend of discipline, leadership and heart to his role at Cummins. As part of the Health and Safety Center of Excellence, Adam oversees contractor safety on a global scale while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across Cummins sites in North America. Adam says, “the responsibility it carries is both significant and deeply rewarding.”

Before joining Cummins, Adam spent 22 years serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. His journey from a military career to the corporate world wasn’t just a career shift—it was a full transformation. “My previous ‘normal person’ job was at Blockbuster Video when I was 17,” he shares. “So transitioning was a scary time!”

In the Marines, Adam served as an Aviation Ordinance Officer, an expert in explosives and weapons safety. At Cummins, he now applies that deep safety experience to manufacturing and industrial environments. “I’m proud of how much I’ve grown. I used to make things go boom—now I focus on making things safe,” he says with a smile. “The military taught me to bloom where I’m planted, and that’s what I’ve tried to do here.”

Adam’s introduction to Cummins came through the Hiring Our Heroes internship program as he prepared to retire from the military. During the internship, he quickly noticed something special. “I met several Cummins employees who had been with the company for 15–20 years—even a few second-generation employees. That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident,” he says. “Cummins shared the same values I’d come to know in the Marine Corps—integrity, leadership and commitment. That’s when I knew this was the place for me.”

Like many veterans, Adam found the transition to civilian life challenging—especially when it came to communication styles and decision-making processes. “I didn’t understand why emails started with ‘I hope you are doing well,’” he laughs. “I was used to direct, bottom-line communication.” He also had to adjust to a slower, more consensus-driven approach to decision-making, in contrast to the fast-paced, high-pressure nature of military operations. Fortunately, Adam didn’t have to navigate these changes alone. He was supported by strong mentors and supervisors at Cummins who provided weekly one-on-one meetings, clear expectations and the encouragement he needed to bridge the gap between military service and corporate success.

Adam is also a proud member of the Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG) at Cummins. Encouraged by his first supervisor to get involved, he found a space full of understanding, support and inspiration. “Some of my favorite moments have been hearing from speakers like Lorrie Draude, Bianca Baldwin and the Bear Hug Cattle Company,” he says. “Their stories about life during and after military service really resonated with me.”

To veterans considering a career transition, Adam offers this advice:

“Don’t be afraid of the change. I could’ve transitioned into something similar to my military job, but I wanted something new. I’ve grown so much because of it.”

At Cummins, Adam continues to prove that the values and skills he developed in the military—mission focus, adaptability and leadership—are not only transferable but invaluable in the corporate world. His story is a reminder of what’s possible when organizations like Cummins open doors for veterans ready to write a new chapter.

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Former Disney and Deloitte Leader Debra Baker Joins UpTerra as CFO

SAUSALITO, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UpTerra, a fast-growing ag-tech company delivering dynamic water-enhancing technology to farmers, today announced the appointment of Debra Baker as Chief Financial Officer. 

Based in Sausalito California, Baker will oversee UpTerra’s finance, accounting and control operations and assist in building the company’s team and infrastructure to support overall scalability during a period of rapid growth. She will report directly to Steve Birch, UpTerra’s CEO. 

“I’m excited to join UpTerra when the company’s growth is accelerating so rapidly as it delivers its unique service to farmers, generating strong economic results while making our crops more nutrient dense and improving the resilience of our food system,” said Baker. “I’m passionate about operational efficiency, and I’m looking forward to helping UpTerra scale its unique service.” 

Baker brings more than 25 years of operational, accounting and leadership experience, including senior roles at The Walt Disney Company and as Principal at Deloitte where she led various projects throughout the United States and India. In these positions, she led teams of more than 70 employees. She is highly regarded as a team builder and for driving operational and financial efficiency at scale. 

“Debra brings the skillset, operational excellence, and enthusiasm we need to expand and maximize our benefit to farmers,” said Steve Birch, CEO of UpTerra. “Her ability to design and implement processes, optimize performance and build teams aligns with our commitment to operational excellence as we scale our revolutionary service with farmers.” 

Debra is a graduate of the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business. 

About UpTerra

UpTerra’s proprietary technology-based services structures irrigation water at the molecular level to instantly reduce surface tension and increase permeability. Proprietary biofrequencies are imprinted into the water and transmitted to the soil and crop. As a result, water permeates soil rapidly, expanding root zone and mass, increasing nutrient uptake, improving soil structure and microbiology, resulting in more resilient and nutrient-rich crops. 

The UpTerra system reduces input costs, improves soil health, and maximizes yield and nutritional quality for conventional, organic and regenerative farms, ultimately improving farm profitability and the quality and resilience of our food supply. Nothing has a greater impact on human health and the health of the planet than how our food is grown.

To learn more, visit www.upterra.co.

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The Power of Reverse Logistics

Over 1,500 miles from the Kingsburg CEC, in Texas, sustainability takes shape in the form of used phones being given a second life.

T-Mobile’s Reverse Logistics facility in Dallas plays a vital role in the company’s circular economy strategy and has a long-standing commitment to sustainability.

Rusty Johnson, Senior Director of Reverse Operations and Partner Management, brings 20 years of experience in the field of reverse logistics. His team oversees the refurbishment, repair, and recycling of returned devices — and their work was spotlighted in T-Mobile’s latest Corporate Responsibility Report. In 2024 alone, the company prevented 11 million used devices from ending up in landfills.

“The reverse logistics team builds and manages a vendor network that delivers post-sale processes and support for devices, accessories, and home internet products,” Johnson explains. “By repairing and refurbishing products, fewer items are discarded, reducing both waste and the greenhouse gas emissions that would result from their decomposition.”

Johnson notes this effort is an important contributor to one of T-Mobile’s biggest sustainability milestones: reducing the company’s overall carbon footprint by 14% in 2023 alone.

“By minimizing waste we’re also reducing the need to mine for precious metals found in devices such as gold, palladium, nickel and copper.”

Rusty Johnson, T-Mobile’s Senior Director of Reverse Operations and Partner Management

Over the years, Johnson’s team has built a system rooted in exceptional efficiency. In October 2024 alone, the facility received around 1 million devices, which were processed for resale through steps such as reconciling, triaging, repairing and re-kitting. With the help of new automation tools, most devices are ready for reuse within just 7 to 12 days. Impressively, 97% of them are certified by UL ECOLOGO and EPEAT— ensuring the products meet rigorous third-party environmental standards through comprehensive testing and auditing.

“I’m glad to see such a strong, company-wide focus on something we’ve taken seriously in the reverse logistics team for more than two decades,” says Johnson. “Currently, 97% of all the devices we handle can be reused instead of ending up in landfills — which also means less need to mine the valuable materials they’re made from — like gold, palladium, nickel, and copper.”

Across T-Mobile, this commitment to sustainability fuels a sense of purpose. Johnson says it motivates his team, renews their passion for the work they’ve long championed, and inspires them to strive for even greater impact moving forward.

Looking ahead, T-Mobile is focused on managing its environmental footprint in ways that drive efficient, sustainable business growth — all while empowering the people behind that progress. Whether through smarter commuting options, more efficient facilities or forward-thinking device reuse strategies, the company continues to embed innovation into how it operates — proving that long-term resilience starts with everyday actions.

At T-Mobile, doing good isn’t just a mission — it’s a mindset.

*33% Reduction in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions since 2020 using market-based Scope 2 emission figures and excluding Scope 3 indirect use-phase emissions.100% Renewable Electricity: T-Mobile matches its own annual electrical usage with renewable energy from a portfolio of sources including: virtual power purchase agreements, a green direct program, renewable retail agreements, community solar agreements, and unbundled REC purchases.

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Global Reach, Local Impact: The Power of SPARK™ in 2025

Volunteerism is a cornerstone at the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Through its skills-based and non-skills-based employee volunteer program, SPARK™, the company is committed to giving back to the communities where it operates. Employees are able to volunteer up to 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually, supporting causes they care about through a wide range of activities. These include the company’s own science education programs, science expos, site tours, civic events and its annual global food drive.

“Since launching SPARK™ in 2016, we have seen a significant growth in employee participation and engagement,” said Melissa Hackmeier, Global Head of Employee & Community Engagement, Sustainability & Social Business Innovation at MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. “Volunteering not only strengthens our communities, but it also helps our people grow as leaders, collaborators and changemakers.”

In 2025, SPARK™ continues to ignite curiosity. In just the first half of the year, the program has reached over 55,000 students in 26 countries, thanks to the dedication of 2,600 employees who have contributed 14,439 volunteer hours. Through hands-on science education and community engagement, SPARK™ is inspiring the next generation of scientists and reinforcing the company’s commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Curiosity Cube

In the first half of 2025, 684 employees from the company volunteered 4,051 hours at the Curiosity Cube, a mobile science lab designed to bring hands-on STEM experiences directly to students. This innovative lab has helped 18,223 students envision themselves as STEM professionals. This year, SPARK™ volunteers are introducing students to the world of artificial intelligence (AI). The Curiosity Cube also expanded its reach beyond North America and Europe to a new continent, Africa, bringing science education to even more communities. 

“One of the best parts of volunteering with the Curiosity Cube is showing students that STEM careers are within their reach,“ said Natalie Randolph, Curiosity Cube Manager at MilliporeSigma. “In the mobile science lab, they see scientists who look like them, and they start to picture themselves in these careers.”

Curiosity Labs®

SPARK™ volunteers are also making an impact through Curiosity Labs® bringing hands-on science to life in classrooms around the world. This year, they’re offering 11 options from the Curiosity Labs® lesson library, including a new lesson on AI in Drug Discovery. Since the beginning of the year, 491 employees have delivered 416 lessons, reaching 9,189 students. Volunteers are also making use of the newly opened Curiosity Labs® STEM Center at the company’s Darmstadt, Germany headquarters, which offers the Curiosity Labs® lessons on site.

Volunteer, Renée Laliberte, Engineer and Business Manager at MilliporeSigma, helped with a school visit to the company’s Lenexa, Kansas facility. During the visit, Laliberte brought students into the world of a scientist for the day. When asked what she enjoyed most about the experience, Laliberte said, “This experience went well beyond teaching science, it fostered the students’ curiosity, confidence and problem-solving skills that they can use every day.”  

GirlStart and SPARK™

MilliporeSigma employees are helping guide girls towards STEM futures through their continued support of Girlstart, one of the company’s Signature Partners. Signature Partnerships are large-scale, long-term collaborations designed to create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities where employees live and work. 

Earlier this year, Khadija Ben Hammada, Member of the Executive Board and Chief People Officer at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, joined her Human Resources team at the company’s Burlington, Massachusetts facility for a team building event to create STEM kits for local Girlstart campers.

“Partnering with Girlstart through SPARK™ is a meaningful way for our employees to help empower young learners to explore STEM,” said Hammada. “By assembling STEM kits, we’re fueling hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and make science more accessible at a formative age.”

2025 Goals

By the end of 2025, the company aims to have over 5,000 employees across 30 countries, contributing 35,000 volunteer hours and engaging more than 115,000 young minds.

To learn more about SPARK™ and other employee volunteer initiatives from MilliporeSigma, visit the company’s sustainability & social business innovation page.

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1st Commercial Credit Funds Brazilian Produce Exporter Selling to U.S. Buyers Using Its Vendor Pay Express Platform

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 1st Commercial Credit, a leading provider of receivables-based financing solutions, has announced the successful funding of a Brazilian produce exporter supplying fresh fruit and vegetables to U.S. buyers. The transaction was facilitated through 1st Commercial Credit’s Vendor Pay Express platform, an innovative early-payment solution designed to accelerate supplier payments while preserving standard invoice terms for buyers.

Solving Cross-Border Cash Flow Challenges

Exporting perishable products requires significant working capital to cover harvesting, packaging, and logistics before payment is received from U.S. buyers. Traditional banks and factoring companies are restricted from financing PACA-related receivables, making timely funding difficult for produce exporters. By using Vendor Pay Express, the Brazilian exporter secures accelerated payments on approved invoices, keeping its supply chain funded and shipments delivered on time.

“Fresh produce exporters face intense pressure to maintain cash flow while meeting the demands of U.S. distributors and retailers,” said Raul Esqueda, President of 1st Commercial Credit. “Vendor Pay Express bridges this gap by paying exporters promptly, while giving buyers the comfort of keeping their negotiated credit terms.”

How Vendor Pay Express Works

The Vendor Pay Express platform allows suppliers to submit invoices electronically. Once approved by the U.S. buyer, payment is accelerated to the exporter, and a replacement invoice is generated to the buyer. This ensures:

  • Early payment for the exporter, eliminating working capital strain.
  • No change in terms for the U.S. buyer, who continues to pay on their usual schedule.
  • Strengthened supply chain reliability, as growers and packers in Brazil are paid faster.

Expanding Market Reach

The facility stabilizes cash flow for the Brazilian exporter while enabling larger purchase orders and broader U.S. distribution. With Vendor Pay Express able to approve PACA receivables, Brazilian and other foreign companies selling to U.S. buyers can qualify, giving importers consistent supply, stronger vendor relationships, and streamlined payment processing.

“Vendor Pay Express is more than funding—it’s a compliant platform that builds trust between international suppliers and U.S. buyers,” said Raul Esqueda, President of 1st Commercial Credit.

About 1st Commercial Credit

1st Commercial Credit is a leading invoice factoring company providing receivable-based financing, purchase order financing, and supply chain solutions to businesses across the United States and internationally

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Green Data Center Market worth $155.75 billion by 2030 | MarketsandMarkets™

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the global Green Data Center Market size is projected to reach 155.75 billion by 2030 from about USD 48.26 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 26.4% from 2025 to 2030.

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  • Market Size Available for Years: 2020–2030
  • 2025 Market Size: USD 48.26 billion
  • 2030 Projected Market Size: USD 155.51 billion
  • CAGR (2025–2030): 26.4%
  • Segments covered: Component, Data Center Size & Capacity, Data Center Type, and Enterprise Data Center.
  • Region Highlight:  North America to account for the largest market during the forecast period.

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Green data centers have redefined digital infrastructure by integrating renewable energy, liquid and immersion cooling, and intelligent energy management systems to support sustainability at scale. These innovations deliver higher power usage efficiency, reduced carbon emissions, and compliance with tightening global regulations, driving adoption across hyperscale facilities, colocation providers, and enterprise data centers.

By embedding eco-designed technologies into core operations, green data centers ensure long-term resilience, regulatory alignment, and cost optimization for energy-intensive workloads. This infrastructure enables organizations to power AI-driven applications, cloud services, and high-density computing environments more efficiently, while reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based systems and mitigating environmental impact.

Green air cooling infrastructure segment is expected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period

Green air cooling is expected to become the dominant thermal management solution in data centers, driven by the need for energy efficiency and sustainability. Key components include computer room air handlers (CRAH) and computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units, which utilize chilled water and refrigerant-based systems, respectively, to maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels. These units are enhanced with variable-speed fans, advanced controls, and high-efficiency motors to minimize energy consumption. Eco-friendly air-cooled chillers complement these systems by employing low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and incorporating free-cooling modes that use ambient outdoor air, further reducing energy demand. Additional strategies such as hot/cold aisle containment, variable airflow management, and intelligent monitoring systems dynamically adjust cooling based on real-time demand, optimizing efficiency.

Emerging vendors and solution providers have opportunities to capitalize on this trend. Carrier’s investment in ZutaCore, announced in February 2025, exemplifies the industry’s shift toward advanced thermal solutions. The partnership aims to deliver scalable, energy-efficient cooling systems that address the increasing thermal demands of modern data centers. To tap into these opportunities, vendors should develop innovative cooling technologies that enhance energy efficiency and support sustainability objectives. Collaborations with established players, participation in industry partnerships, and continuous innovation will be crucial for gaining a competitive edge in the evolving data center cooling market.

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Software segment is poised for the fastest growth rate during the forecast period

The software segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR in the Green Data Center Market, driven by increasing demand for intelligent automation, energy optimization, and regulatory compliance. Data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software provides comprehensive real-time visibility into power usage, cooling efficiency, server utilization, and environmental conditions, enabling operators to identify inefficiencies, optimize resource allocation, and maintain high availability. Building management systems (BMS) integrate electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems, automating energy-efficient operations across the facility while regulating lighting, temperature, and airflow to reduce waste and improve cooling efficiency.

Compliance software ensures adherence to environmental standards, industry regulations, and sustainability certifications such as LEED or ISO 50001, automating reporting and facilitating audits to provide transparency and accountability. Specialized software solutions, including AI-driven predictive workload management and energy analytics platforms, dynamically adjust cooling, power distribution, and IT workloads based on real-time demand, minimizing environmental impact and reducing operational costs. Emerging vendors and solution providers can capitalize on this growth through strategic partnerships and technology integration. For instance, in August 2025, Vertiv acquired Waylay NV, a Belgium-based AI-powered software provider, to enhance monitoring, optimization, and operational efficiency across its data center systems. By developing innovative software solutions, collaborating with established players, and leveraging AI and analytics capabilities, vendors can deliver sustainable, efficient, and regulatory-compliant green data center operations while tapping into high-growth market opportunities.

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North America to account for the largest market during the forecast period

North America is experiencing measurable expansion in green data center activity driven by corporate decarbonization mandates, rising onsite power costs, and the need to deploy higher-density computing with lower water and energy intensity. According to the US Energy Information Administration, June 2025, solar power generation in the US increased by 25% in 2024, while wind power generation grew by 8%, improving access to low-carbon electricity for hyperscalers and colocation campuses. Additionally, Schneider Electric announced collaborative AI data center reference designs with NVIDIA in December 2024 that enable liquid cooling at densities up to 132 kilowatts per rack, illustrating supplier responses to higher rack power and efficiency requirements.

Federal and commercial developments in 2024 and 2025 are reshaping procurement timelines and technical requirements. The White House issued an executive order in July 2025 to accelerate federal permitting of large data center projects and supporting infrastructure. By streamlining approvals for facilities above 100 megawatts or with capital expenditures of at least USD 500 million, the order directly supports faster deployment of next-generation green data centers, enabling quicker integration of renewable power, liquid cooling systems, and energy-efficient designs. Schneider Electric introduced and validated new electrical and liquid cooling reference designs through 2024 and into 2025, creating repeatable deployment pathways for integrators and owners. Vendors and solution providers should prioritize prevalidated liquid cooling stacks, modular electrical skids, facility-level heat recovery, and enhanced DCIM to meet immediate procurement demands under faster permitting regimes and greater availability of renewable power.

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The major players in the Green Data Center Market include Schneider Electric (France), Vertiv (US), Eaton (US), Daikin (Japan), ABB (Switzerland), Delta Electronics (Taiwan), Siemens (Germany), Carrier (US), and GE Vernova (US).

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