Month: February 2026

Originally published on DICK’S Sporting Goods Newsroom

PITTSBURGH, February 3, 2026 /3BL/ — Recently, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors features a dynamic roster of nine Team USA athletes, including:

• Erin Jackson, Speedskating
• Oksana Masters, Para Nordic Skiing
• Charlie McAvoy, Ice Hockey
• Ilia Malinin, Figure Skating
• Red Gerard, Snowboarding
• Declan Farmer, Sled Hockey
• Audrey Crowley, Alpine Skiing
• Korey Dropkin, Curling
• Caroline Harvey, Ice Hockey

From world champions to rising stars, these athletes represent some of the most anticipated competitors, each bringing unique stories of perseverance and excellence to Milano Cortina 2026.

To further support youth sports and expand access to play, each DICK’S Team USA Ambassador will select a youth sports organization to receive a $10,000 Sports Matter grant, provided by The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation. Each nominated organization must meet The Foundation’s eligibility criteria to ensure funds benefit programs that create meaningful opportunities for young athletes to participate in sports. In addition, if an ambassador earns a medal during the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, they will receive an additional $10,000 grant to award to the same organization, doubling the impact.

Prior to Milano Cortina 2026, DICK’S hosted send-off celebrations in select DICK’S stores, with Korey Dropkin, Caroline Harvey, Ilia Malinin and Declan Farmer. Following the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, DICK’S will host homecoming celebrations for DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors who earn a medal during Milano Cortina 2026.

“At DICK’S, we know storytelling has the power to connect fans during major sports moments and inspire tomorrow’s star athletes,” said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Sponsorship & Entertainment at DICK’S . “We’re proud to champion Team USA and shine a spotlight on the drive and dedication that shapes these athletes’ path to the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.”

“Representing Team USA has been one of my greatest honors, and having DICK’S support me and the others chasing our dreams for Milan adds something special to the experience,” said Erin Jackson, speedskater for Team USA. “I’m grateful for the chance to share my story and celebrate this journey to Milano Cortina 2026 with the fans!”

Alongside DICK’S new ambassador program, the brand is launching a new marketing ad titled, Every Season. The spot, set to an iconic sports anthem from a beloved football movie, highlights the preparation, training and competition that defines every athlete’s journey – the same theme DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors will bring to life in their social content. Through powerful storytelling, the ad reinforces that “Every Season Starts at DICK’S” and underscores the brand’s commitment to supporting athletes at every stage of sport.

Beginning on February 8th, Every Season will run across multiple streaming services and broadcast. The campaign will continue to run across platforms throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Through DICK’S Official Partnership with Team USA, fans can continue to purchase official Team USA merchandise at DICK’S locations, online at dicks.com and on the DICK’S mobile app so they can stay geared up for all the big moments.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.

Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, DICK’S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker business, including the Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos banners, DICK’S serves the global sneaker community across 20 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK’S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

Media Contacts
DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

Category: Companyy, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

Originally published on DICK’S Sporting Goods Newsroom

PITTSBURGH, February 3, 2026 /3BL/ — Recently, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors features a dynamic roster of nine Team USA athletes, including:

• Erin Jackson, Speedskating
• Oksana Masters, Para Nordic Skiing
• Charlie McAvoy, Ice Hockey
• Ilia Malinin, Figure Skating
• Red Gerard, Snowboarding
• Declan Farmer, Sled Hockey
• Audrey Crowley, Alpine Skiing
• Korey Dropkin, Curling
• Caroline Harvey, Ice Hockey

From world champions to rising stars, these athletes represent some of the most anticipated competitors, each bringing unique stories of perseverance and excellence to Milano Cortina 2026.

To further support youth sports and expand access to play, each DICK’S Team USA Ambassador will select a youth sports organization to receive a $10,000 Sports Matter grant, provided by The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation. Each nominated organization must meet The Foundation’s eligibility criteria to ensure funds benefit programs that create meaningful opportunities for young athletes to participate in sports. In addition, if an ambassador earns a medal during the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, they will receive an additional $10,000 grant to award to the same organization, doubling the impact.

Prior to Milano Cortina 2026, DICK’S hosted send-off celebrations in select DICK’S stores, with Korey Dropkin, Caroline Harvey, Ilia Malinin and Declan Farmer. Following the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, DICK’S will host homecoming celebrations for DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors who earn a medal during Milano Cortina 2026.

“At DICK’S, we know storytelling has the power to connect fans during major sports moments and inspire tomorrow’s star athletes,” said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Sponsorship & Entertainment at DICK’S . “We’re proud to champion Team USA and shine a spotlight on the drive and dedication that shapes these athletes’ path to the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.”

“Representing Team USA has been one of my greatest honors, and having DICK’S support me and the others chasing our dreams for Milan adds something special to the experience,” said Erin Jackson, speedskater for Team USA. “I’m grateful for the chance to share my story and celebrate this journey to Milano Cortina 2026 with the fans!”

Alongside DICK’S new ambassador program, the brand is launching a new marketing ad titled, Every Season. The spot, set to an iconic sports anthem from a beloved football movie, highlights the preparation, training and competition that defines every athlete’s journey – the same theme DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors will bring to life in their social content. Through powerful storytelling, the ad reinforces that “Every Season Starts at DICK’S” and underscores the brand’s commitment to supporting athletes at every stage of sport.

Beginning on February 8th, Every Season will run across multiple streaming services and broadcast. The campaign will continue to run across platforms throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Through DICK’S Official Partnership with Team USA, fans can continue to purchase official Team USA merchandise at DICK’S locations, online at dicks.com and on the DICK’S mobile app so they can stay geared up for all the big moments.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.

Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, DICK’S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker business, including the Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos banners, DICK’S serves the global sneaker community across 20 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK’S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

Media Contacts
DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

Category: Companyy, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

Originally published on DICK’S Sporting Goods Newsroom

PITTSBURGH, February 3, 2026 /3BL/ — Recently, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors features a dynamic roster of nine Team USA athletes, including:

• Erin Jackson, Speedskating
• Oksana Masters, Para Nordic Skiing
• Charlie McAvoy, Ice Hockey
• Ilia Malinin, Figure Skating
• Red Gerard, Snowboarding
• Declan Farmer, Sled Hockey
• Audrey Crowley, Alpine Skiing
• Korey Dropkin, Curling
• Caroline Harvey, Ice Hockey

From world champions to rising stars, these athletes represent some of the most anticipated competitors, each bringing unique stories of perseverance and excellence to Milano Cortina 2026.

To further support youth sports and expand access to play, each DICK’S Team USA Ambassador will select a youth sports organization to receive a $10,000 Sports Matter grant, provided by The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation. Each nominated organization must meet The Foundation’s eligibility criteria to ensure funds benefit programs that create meaningful opportunities for young athletes to participate in sports. In addition, if an ambassador earns a medal during the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, they will receive an additional $10,000 grant to award to the same organization, doubling the impact.

Prior to Milano Cortina 2026, DICK’S hosted send-off celebrations in select DICK’S stores, with Korey Dropkin, Caroline Harvey, Ilia Malinin and Declan Farmer. Following the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, DICK’S will host homecoming celebrations for DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors who earn a medal during Milano Cortina 2026.

“At DICK’S, we know storytelling has the power to connect fans during major sports moments and inspire tomorrow’s star athletes,” said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Sponsorship & Entertainment at DICK’S . “We’re proud to champion Team USA and shine a spotlight on the drive and dedication that shapes these athletes’ path to the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.”

“Representing Team USA has been one of my greatest honors, and having DICK’S support me and the others chasing our dreams for Milan adds something special to the experience,” said Erin Jackson, speedskater for Team USA. “I’m grateful for the chance to share my story and celebrate this journey to Milano Cortina 2026 with the fans!”

Alongside DICK’S new ambassador program, the brand is launching a new marketing ad titled, Every Season. The spot, set to an iconic sports anthem from a beloved football movie, highlights the preparation, training and competition that defines every athlete’s journey – the same theme DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors will bring to life in their social content. Through powerful storytelling, the ad reinforces that “Every Season Starts at DICK’S” and underscores the brand’s commitment to supporting athletes at every stage of sport.

Beginning on February 8th, Every Season will run across multiple streaming services and broadcast. The campaign will continue to run across platforms throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Through DICK’S Official Partnership with Team USA, fans can continue to purchase official Team USA merchandise at DICK’S locations, online at dicks.com and on the DICK’S mobile app so they can stay geared up for all the big moments.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.

Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, DICK’S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker business, including the Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos banners, DICK’S serves the global sneaker community across 20 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK’S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

Media Contacts
DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

Category: Companyy, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) launched a new program, DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors, comprised of Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of the highly anticipated Olympic and Paralympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The DICK’S Team USA Ambassadors program celebrates the passion, talent and unwavering dedication of Team USA athletes as they prepare to compete on the world’s largest stage.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

NEW ORLEANS, February 3, 2026 /3BL/ – As harsh winter temperatures continue to impact the Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas region, Entergy is committed to helping customers manage their energy costs. For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with local organizations to provide a range of free resources and tools that help our customers manage energy use and lessen the bill challenges posed by severe weather.

“We are deeply committed to supporting our customers, especially during these challenging times,” said John Hudson, Entergy’s senior vice president and chief external affairs officer. “By offering energy bill assistance and critical resources, we help our neighbors stay safe, manage their energy expenses and navigate the financial pressures that arise during extreme weather. Beyond our immediate support efforts, we actively advocate for our customers year-round, championing policies and initiatives that promote their interests and ensure they have access to essential services.”

We offer several energy efficiency programs, flexible billing options and bill help resources for customers, including:

Helping customers save energy and money

• myAdvisor: Digital tools to help customers track daily energy use, alerting them to how much power they use and helping them better manage their monthly budgets.
• Level Billing: Allows customers to avoid spikes in seasonal energy use, making their energy bills more consistent every month.
• Pick-A-Date: Customers can take full control of their budget by paying their bill on the date that works best for them.
• PaperFREE billing: Allows customers to get their bills emailed as soon as they post and instant access to two years of billing history.
• AutoPay: Helps customers avoid late fees, writing checks and paying for postage by having bills automatically deducted from their bank accounts.

Bill help and support programs

• Bill Toolkit: Our one-stop support hub connects customers to bill management, energy efficiency and financial assistance resources. This resource helps customers explore simple ways they can lower their electricity use and costs.
• The Power to Care: An Entergy program that provides emergency bill payment help for low-income older adults and customers with disabilities.
• Single Stop: Our partnership with Single Stop helps build pathways out of poverty by connecting customers to available local, state and federal resources in a one-stop site. Single Stop makes it easy for our customers to check if they qualify for financial assistance and connects them with opportunities for education, counseling, training and support.
• Super Tax Day: Events across our service area offer free tax preparation and support for customers, maximizing tax refunds and a smooth income tax filing experience.
• Flexible payment options: For qualifying customers needing flexibility with paying their energy bill, we offer payment arrangements and flexible billing options.
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or LIHEAP: Provides qualifying customers with financial assistance for energy bills and other energy-related expenses.

Low-to-no-cost winter energy efficiency tips

• Use solar energy: Open curtains on the south-facing windows during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat the home and close them at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.
• Insulate drafty windows: Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear plastic film to the inside of window frames and make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame to help reduce infiltration.
• Adjust the thermostat: When you are home and awake, set the thermostat as low as is comfortable, but when you are asleep or out of the house, turn the thermostat back to save on your heating and cooling bills.
• Find and seal leaks: Seal air leaks around utility cut-throughs for pipes and recessed lights in insulated ceilings, and unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets.
• Maintain heating systems: Schedule routine service for home heating systems and replace furnace and heat pump filters once a month or as needed.
• Reduce heat loss from the fireplace: Keep the fireplace damper closed unless a fire is burning and check the seal on the fireplace flue damper and make it as snug as possible.
• Energy efficiency programs. Extreme weather can drive up energy use with heating and cooling costs making up approximately 52% of an average customer’s electric bill. We offer programs and resources to help customers save energy and money at their home or business, including incentive and rebate programs available in their local area.

We are committed to ensuring all customers have year-round access to energy savings programs and bill help resources. Learn more about all our customer support programs by visiting BillToolkit.entergy.com.

About Entergy

Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at Entergy.com and connect with @Entergy on social media.

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