NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 /3BL/ – Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A), a leading sustainability consulting and research firm, has issued a new Resource Paper providing a practical guide to navigating the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The Resource Paper, available at link, explains the structure of the EU’s new carbon pricing policy for imported goods and outlines the reporting, verification, and financial obligations companies face when importing emissions-intensive goods to the EU.

“CBAM is a central component of the EU’s climate strategy and is reshaping how companies approach carbon pricing, trade compliance, and supply chain transparency,” said Louis Coppola, CEO & Co-Founder at Governance & Accountability Institute. “With the definitive phase of CBAM now underway, it is essential for companies exporting to the EU to understand how embedded emissions are calculated, what reporting obligations apply, and how CBAM certificates may affect the cost structure of their products.”

G&A’s new Resource Paper includes clear, actionable insights into CBAM compliance, including:

  • Which companies and importers are covered, including emissions-intensive sectors such as cement, iron and steel, aluminum, fertilizers, electricity, and hydrogen.
  • Key reporting obligations for direct and indirect emissions, including calculation methodologies required by the EU.
  • Important timelines under the definitive phase, including CBAM declarant application deadlines and certificate surrender requirements.
  • Financial and operational implications of CBAM certificates and carbon cost exposure.
  • Risks of non-compliance, including penalties, corrective actions, and reputational considerations.

Coppola added, “G&A is available to help companies assess their exposure to CBAM, establish data collection and supplier engagement processes, and develop strategies to manage carbon costs while maintaining access to the EU market.”

Download this latest G&A resource here.

About G&A Institute, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A) is a New York–based sustainability consulting and research firm with deep advisory experience supporting corporate leaders and investors in integrating sustainability into governance, risk, enterprise performance, and evolving regulatory and stakeholder expectations. Backed by rigorous disclosure research and one of the industry’s most comprehensive benchmarking databases, we deliver insight that strengthens transparency, enhances competitiveness, and drives measurable return on investment.

More information is available on our website at ga-institute.com.

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology, a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing, has kicked off its highly anticipated DREAME NEXT launch event at the iconic Palace of Fine Arts, running from April 27 to 30, 2026. The centerpiece of the showcase includes the PowerSight™ 40V cordless yard tool series, which is currently available for live demonstrations, with the official global unveiling scheduled for the afternoon of April 28.

As a highly anticipated cross-industry feast attracting global attention from the tech community, the event has gathered numerous renowned scientists and leaders in the technology field. Thousands of guests from more than 50 countries and regions around the world have converged at this iconic venue, including senior industry experts, global core distributors, international mainstream media, and key opinion leaders (KOLs). Beyond these distinguished guests, the event has also drawn significant attention from technology enthusiasts, industry professionals, and eco-conscious homeowners alike, who have flocked to the Palace of Fine Arts to experience Dreame’s latest innovation firsthand. Throughout the first day, Dreame’s team has engaged in extensive one-on-one conversations with visitors, demonstrating the full capabilities of the PowerSight™ 40V lineup, including the chainsaw, 21-inch lawn mower, leaf blower, hedge trimmer, string trimmer, and solar charger.

Dreame PowerSight™ 40V Garden Tool Series

The official presentation on April 28 will focus on three core technological innovations that set the PowerSight™ 40V series apart:

  1. SyncCore™ Brushless Motor Technology: Delivering competitive power-to-weight ratio with minimal energy loss, ensuring longer runtime and quieter operation compared to traditional motors.
  1. Dual-Channel Communication BMS: Enabling instant, lossless communication between battery and tool for stable power delivery, real-time monitoring of voltage, current and temperature, and enhanced safety protection.
  1. PowerSight™ Intelligent Display: Providing users with intuitive access to battery level, runtime estimates, and performance metrics, revolutionizing how homeowners interact with their yard tools.

Dreame’s commitment to sustainability is evident throughout the series, with optimized design and enhanced transmission that boost energy efficiency measurably, delivering longer runtime per charge. The system also supports solar charging, allowing users to work with one battery while charging the other with clean, renewable energy—an innovative feature that has resonated strongly with environmentally conscious attendees.

This efficient, cost-saving system represents a great advancement in the field of cordless outdoor equipment, offering a practical, eco-friendly solution for modern garden care needs.

Following the official unveiling, the PowerSight™ 40V series will be available for pre-order, with global availability across major markets expected in the coming months. Detailed pricing and regional availability will be announced later.

About Dreame Technology

Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing with the vision to empower lives through technology. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. For more information, visit https://global.dreametech.com/.

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more.

High-impact investments:

Statewide ($25,000)

  • Florida Council on Aging ($25,000)

Tampa Bay Area ($120,000)

  • Bay Area Chamber Foundation/Leadership St. Pete ($10,000)
  • Feeding Tampa Bay ($20,000)
  • Interactive Food Truck Academy ($15,000)
  • The Jackson Copeland Foundation ($10,000)
  • St. Petersburg Free Clinic ($45,000)
  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA ($5,000)
  • Wheels of Success ($15,000)

Central Florida ($130,000)

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida ($20,000)
  • Find, Feed & Restore ($20,000)
  • HOPE Helps ($10,000)
  • Neighborhood Center of West Volusia ($10,000)
  • Rescue Outreach Mission of Central Florida ($10,000)
  • Shepherd’s Hope ($50,000)
  • West Orange Habitat for Humanity ($10,000)

For descriptions of how each grant will be used and the specific counties impacted, please click here.  

Our view:

Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president: “Duke Energy doesn’t just work in these communities – many of our employees live here, too. It’s incredibly important, to all of us, that we give back and help create lasting, positive change for our friends and neighbors. We’re thankful for the opportunity to partner with organizations already doing just that, and we look forward to seeing how our efforts will allow Floridians to live their best lives and ultimately instill generational success.” 

Positive response:

Colette Vallee, Florida Council on Aging chief operating officer: “This collaboration with Duke Energy is more than a financial contribution to purchase shelf-stable meals. It will help older adults prepare for potential emergencies, with the additional benefit of educating them about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Together, we are building a relationship with seniors and vulnerable populations so they can weather the storm.”

Savannah-Jane Griffin, Neighborhood Center of West Volusia chief executive officer: “Partnering with Duke Energy Foundation to advance housing affordability means more than restoring buildings – it means restoring stability and dignity for families facing financial crisis. Reliable, safe and energy-efficient housing is foundational to long-term success, and this collaboration allows us to preserve critical shelter and transitional housing resources for our community’s most vulnerable neighbors. We are deeply grateful for Duke Energy’s investment in strengthening families and powering pathways out of homelessness.”

Sophia Moe, Leadership St. Pete director of events and logistics: “On behalf of Leadership St. Pete, we are incredibly grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in our community project with the Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center. Your support strengthens vital programs and will help us build a safe, welcoming place for children and families in Lealman to gather, learn and play. We look forward to building a meaningful partnership that creates lasting impact together.”

Jennifer Yeagley, St. Petersburg Free Clinic chief executive officer: “We’re grateful for the support Duke Energy has provided St. Petersburg Free Clinic for more than 25 years. Grants from the Duke Energy Foundation have helped our neighbors address pressing medical concerns and, most recently, have helped ensure that our community has access to nutritious food. We sincerely appreciate their partnership.”

Susan Eklin, Shepherd’s Hope interim president and chief executive officer: “Our partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation strengthens Shepherd’s Hope’s mission to ensure that every uninsured neighbor in Central Florida has access to compassionate, high-quality health care. Together, through the Promoting Equitable Access to Healthcare and Wellness initiative, we are breaking down barriers, expanding vital services and creating pathways to wellness for those who need it most. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equity, dignity and the belief that access to health care is essential for every person and every community to thrive.”

Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides nearly $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy Florida
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida. 

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.

More information is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook for stories about the people and innovations powering its communities.

Contact: Aly Raschid
24-Hour: 800.559.3853
X: @DE_AlyRaschid

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more.

High-impact investments:

Statewide ($25,000)

  • Florida Council on Aging ($25,000)

Tampa Bay Area ($120,000)

  • Bay Area Chamber Foundation/Leadership St. Pete ($10,000)
  • Feeding Tampa Bay ($20,000)
  • Interactive Food Truck Academy ($15,000)
  • The Jackson Copeland Foundation ($10,000)
  • St. Petersburg Free Clinic ($45,000)
  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA ($5,000)
  • Wheels of Success ($15,000)

Central Florida ($130,000)

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida ($20,000)
  • Find, Feed & Restore ($20,000)
  • HOPE Helps ($10,000)
  • Neighborhood Center of West Volusia ($10,000)
  • Rescue Outreach Mission of Central Florida ($10,000)
  • Shepherd’s Hope ($50,000)
  • West Orange Habitat for Humanity ($10,000)

For descriptions of how each grant will be used and the specific counties impacted, please click here.  

Our view:

Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president: “Duke Energy doesn’t just work in these communities – many of our employees live here, too. It’s incredibly important, to all of us, that we give back and help create lasting, positive change for our friends and neighbors. We’re thankful for the opportunity to partner with organizations already doing just that, and we look forward to seeing how our efforts will allow Floridians to live their best lives and ultimately instill generational success.” 

Positive response:

Colette Vallee, Florida Council on Aging chief operating officer: “This collaboration with Duke Energy is more than a financial contribution to purchase shelf-stable meals. It will help older adults prepare for potential emergencies, with the additional benefit of educating them about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Together, we are building a relationship with seniors and vulnerable populations so they can weather the storm.”

Savannah-Jane Griffin, Neighborhood Center of West Volusia chief executive officer: “Partnering with Duke Energy Foundation to advance housing affordability means more than restoring buildings – it means restoring stability and dignity for families facing financial crisis. Reliable, safe and energy-efficient housing is foundational to long-term success, and this collaboration allows us to preserve critical shelter and transitional housing resources for our community’s most vulnerable neighbors. We are deeply grateful for Duke Energy’s investment in strengthening families and powering pathways out of homelessness.”

Sophia Moe, Leadership St. Pete director of events and logistics: “On behalf of Leadership St. Pete, we are incredibly grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in our community project with the Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center. Your support strengthens vital programs and will help us build a safe, welcoming place for children and families in Lealman to gather, learn and play. We look forward to building a meaningful partnership that creates lasting impact together.”

Jennifer Yeagley, St. Petersburg Free Clinic chief executive officer: “We’re grateful for the support Duke Energy has provided St. Petersburg Free Clinic for more than 25 years. Grants from the Duke Energy Foundation have helped our neighbors address pressing medical concerns and, most recently, have helped ensure that our community has access to nutritious food. We sincerely appreciate their partnership.”

Susan Eklin, Shepherd’s Hope interim president and chief executive officer: “Our partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation strengthens Shepherd’s Hope’s mission to ensure that every uninsured neighbor in Central Florida has access to compassionate, high-quality health care. Together, through the Promoting Equitable Access to Healthcare and Wellness initiative, we are breaking down barriers, expanding vital services and creating pathways to wellness for those who need it most. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equity, dignity and the belief that access to health care is essential for every person and every community to thrive.”

Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides nearly $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy Florida
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida. 

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.

More information is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook for stories about the people and innovations powering its communities.

Contact: Aly Raschid
24-Hour: 800.559.3853
X: @DE_AlyRaschid

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more.

High-impact investments:

Statewide ($25,000)

  • Florida Council on Aging ($25,000)

Tampa Bay Area ($120,000)

  • Bay Area Chamber Foundation/Leadership St. Pete ($10,000)
  • Feeding Tampa Bay ($20,000)
  • Interactive Food Truck Academy ($15,000)
  • The Jackson Copeland Foundation ($10,000)
  • St. Petersburg Free Clinic ($45,000)
  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA ($5,000)
  • Wheels of Success ($15,000)

Central Florida ($130,000)

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida ($20,000)
  • Find, Feed & Restore ($20,000)
  • HOPE Helps ($10,000)
  • Neighborhood Center of West Volusia ($10,000)
  • Rescue Outreach Mission of Central Florida ($10,000)
  • Shepherd’s Hope ($50,000)
  • West Orange Habitat for Humanity ($10,000)

For descriptions of how each grant will be used and the specific counties impacted, please click here.  

Our view:

Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president: “Duke Energy doesn’t just work in these communities – many of our employees live here, too. It’s incredibly important, to all of us, that we give back and help create lasting, positive change for our friends and neighbors. We’re thankful for the opportunity to partner with organizations already doing just that, and we look forward to seeing how our efforts will allow Floridians to live their best lives and ultimately instill generational success.” 

Positive response:

Colette Vallee, Florida Council on Aging chief operating officer: “This collaboration with Duke Energy is more than a financial contribution to purchase shelf-stable meals. It will help older adults prepare for potential emergencies, with the additional benefit of educating them about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Together, we are building a relationship with seniors and vulnerable populations so they can weather the storm.”

Savannah-Jane Griffin, Neighborhood Center of West Volusia chief executive officer: “Partnering with Duke Energy Foundation to advance housing affordability means more than restoring buildings – it means restoring stability and dignity for families facing financial crisis. Reliable, safe and energy-efficient housing is foundational to long-term success, and this collaboration allows us to preserve critical shelter and transitional housing resources for our community’s most vulnerable neighbors. We are deeply grateful for Duke Energy’s investment in strengthening families and powering pathways out of homelessness.”

Sophia Moe, Leadership St. Pete director of events and logistics: “On behalf of Leadership St. Pete, we are incredibly grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in our community project with the Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center. Your support strengthens vital programs and will help us build a safe, welcoming place for children and families in Lealman to gather, learn and play. We look forward to building a meaningful partnership that creates lasting impact together.”

Jennifer Yeagley, St. Petersburg Free Clinic chief executive officer: “We’re grateful for the support Duke Energy has provided St. Petersburg Free Clinic for more than 25 years. Grants from the Duke Energy Foundation have helped our neighbors address pressing medical concerns and, most recently, have helped ensure that our community has access to nutritious food. We sincerely appreciate their partnership.”

Susan Eklin, Shepherd’s Hope interim president and chief executive officer: “Our partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation strengthens Shepherd’s Hope’s mission to ensure that every uninsured neighbor in Central Florida has access to compassionate, high-quality health care. Together, through the Promoting Equitable Access to Healthcare and Wellness initiative, we are breaking down barriers, expanding vital services and creating pathways to wellness for those who need it most. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equity, dignity and the belief that access to health care is essential for every person and every community to thrive.”

Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides nearly $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy Florida
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida. 

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.

More information is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook for stories about the people and innovations powering its communities.

Contact: Aly Raschid
24-Hour: 800.559.3853
X: @DE_AlyRaschid

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more.

High-impact investments:

Statewide ($25,000)

  • Florida Council on Aging ($25,000)

Tampa Bay Area ($120,000)

  • Bay Area Chamber Foundation/Leadership St. Pete ($10,000)
  • Feeding Tampa Bay ($20,000)
  • Interactive Food Truck Academy ($15,000)
  • The Jackson Copeland Foundation ($10,000)
  • St. Petersburg Free Clinic ($45,000)
  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA ($5,000)
  • Wheels of Success ($15,000)

Central Florida ($130,000)

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida ($20,000)
  • Find, Feed & Restore ($20,000)
  • HOPE Helps ($10,000)
  • Neighborhood Center of West Volusia ($10,000)
  • Rescue Outreach Mission of Central Florida ($10,000)
  • Shepherd’s Hope ($50,000)
  • West Orange Habitat for Humanity ($10,000)

For descriptions of how each grant will be used and the specific counties impacted, please click here.  

Our view:

Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president: “Duke Energy doesn’t just work in these communities – many of our employees live here, too. It’s incredibly important, to all of us, that we give back and help create lasting, positive change for our friends and neighbors. We’re thankful for the opportunity to partner with organizations already doing just that, and we look forward to seeing how our efforts will allow Floridians to live their best lives and ultimately instill generational success.” 

Positive response:

Colette Vallee, Florida Council on Aging chief operating officer: “This collaboration with Duke Energy is more than a financial contribution to purchase shelf-stable meals. It will help older adults prepare for potential emergencies, with the additional benefit of educating them about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Together, we are building a relationship with seniors and vulnerable populations so they can weather the storm.”

Savannah-Jane Griffin, Neighborhood Center of West Volusia chief executive officer: “Partnering with Duke Energy Foundation to advance housing affordability means more than restoring buildings – it means restoring stability and dignity for families facing financial crisis. Reliable, safe and energy-efficient housing is foundational to long-term success, and this collaboration allows us to preserve critical shelter and transitional housing resources for our community’s most vulnerable neighbors. We are deeply grateful for Duke Energy’s investment in strengthening families and powering pathways out of homelessness.”

Sophia Moe, Leadership St. Pete director of events and logistics: “On behalf of Leadership St. Pete, we are incredibly grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in our community project with the Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center. Your support strengthens vital programs and will help us build a safe, welcoming place for children and families in Lealman to gather, learn and play. We look forward to building a meaningful partnership that creates lasting impact together.”

Jennifer Yeagley, St. Petersburg Free Clinic chief executive officer: “We’re grateful for the support Duke Energy has provided St. Petersburg Free Clinic for more than 25 years. Grants from the Duke Energy Foundation have helped our neighbors address pressing medical concerns and, most recently, have helped ensure that our community has access to nutritious food. We sincerely appreciate their partnership.”

Susan Eklin, Shepherd’s Hope interim president and chief executive officer: “Our partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation strengthens Shepherd’s Hope’s mission to ensure that every uninsured neighbor in Central Florida has access to compassionate, high-quality health care. Together, through the Promoting Equitable Access to Healthcare and Wellness initiative, we are breaking down barriers, expanding vital services and creating pathways to wellness for those who need it most. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equity, dignity and the belief that access to health care is essential for every person and every community to thrive.”

Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides nearly $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy Florida
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,500 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida. 

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.

More information is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook for stories about the people and innovations powering its communities.

Contact: Aly Raschid
24-Hour: 800.559.3853
X: @DE_AlyRaschid

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A first-of-its-kind home for adults with disabilities has opened in Miami – with support from Truist – bringing purpose to life and expanding what’s possible in care.

In March, Truist teammates joined civic leaders, partners, and residents to celebrate the grand opening of The Village of Casa Familia, an affordable housing community designed to help adults with intellectual, developmental, and other related disabilities transition into independent living.

Behind the scenes, the development came together through close coordination across multiple parties and funding sources, with Truist playing a key role in getting the project off the ground.

When the mission hits home

Kathy Farrell, head of Truist Asset Finance, spoke at the ribbon cutting in Miami. While her team supported the financing behind Casa Familia, the project’s mission also hit close to home for her.  Her youngest child, TJ, is on the autism spectrum. The 19-year-old loves music and football and can name every college mascot. But he can also experience sensory overload and benefits from consistent support when it comes to navigating day-to-day tasks.

“You’re always thinking about the future,” Farrell said. “What does independence look like? It’s not just about having a place to live. It’s also about having the right kind of support.” 

Kathy with her son graduating

Kathy Farrell with her son, TJ, after his high school graduation in 2025.

In May 2025, TJ graduated from a specialized high school and moved into a transition program in Central Florida, where he’s building skills for independent living. Options like that, however, are very limited and not always easy to find. Advocates say that’s what makes Casa Familia so important. It’s the only community of its kind in South Florida, at a time when the need is growing.

Nearly 75-percent of adults with a disability live with a parent or guardian, underscoring the lack of long-term housing solutions.

“Projects like Casa Familia go beyond housing; they’re about creating a true sense of home and belonging,” Farrell said. “Strong communities are built when everyone can live safely, independently, and with purpose. We’re proud to support efforts like this that don’t just provide shelter but create environments where people can truly thrive.”

A community designed with purpose

The Village of Casa Familia was built with that need in mind.

The development features 50 apartments across two three-story buildings, providing housing for 62 adults, along with an 11,000-square-foot community center designed for connection.

Residents have access to spaces for growth – from an art studio and demonstration kitchen to a fitness center, game room, movie theater, and a sensory “chill” room. Outdoor amenities include walking paths and a resort-style pool and spa.

Rent is capped at 30 percent of tenant income and staff are on site to connect residents with services.

More than housing, Casa Familia says it’s a model for what inclusive, community-centered living can look like.

With Autism Acceptance Month recognized in April, the timing of the ribbon cutting reinforces the broader need to expand access and inclusion for individuals with diverse needs.

Complex deal, clear impact

Bringing The Village of Casa Familia to life required careful collaboration and creativity.

Truist partnered with the nonprofit Casa Familia and developer Atlantic Pacific Companies to structure a financing package that brought together at least eight sources of funding, including from the state, county, city and Truist. Each came with its own requirements, timelines, and conditions.

Truist was the largest source, providing $24 million through a construction loan and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit equity.

Complex deals like this with a layered capital stack depend on alignment across public and private stakeholders.

“These are the kinds of transactions that take real coordination,” said Lesli CarrollCommercial Real Estate Banker at Truist. “You’re aligning a lot of moving pieces. But when it comes together, it creates something that wouldn’t be possible otherwise.”

Truist teammates

Truist teammates, Eric Rosen, David Kosmalski, Lester Gonzalez, Sharis DerAvakian, Kathy Farrell, Lesli Carroll, Ryan Ammann, at the ground opening of the Village of Casa Familia.

This project is a strong example of how when teams from across the bank come together, complex deals turn into something simple: homes for people with few other places to go.

April 28, 2026 /3BL/ – Direct Relief and The Pfizer Foundation today announced the third cohort of the Innovation Awards in Community Health, supporting infectious disease prevention and management in underserved communities. Through $4.5 million in grants over two years, the program will support 16 U.S. safety-net community health organizations across 11 states, expanding access to prevention, education, screening, testing, treatment, and care.

Now in its fifth year, the program has funded efforts that reached more than 1.3 million people and delivered more than 519,000 vaccinations. This new cohort builds on that impact, supporting frontline health providers advancing locally driven solutions to address persistent public health challenges, including HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), hepatitis, tuberculosis (TB), respiratory illness, and vaccine-preventable infectious diseases.

“Advancing community health depends on new, creative ideas and the trusted individuals who put them into action,” said Amy Weaver, CEO of Direct Relief. “Through our partnership with The Pfizer Foundation, we’re investing in innovation at the local level to expand care in ways that reflect community needs and strengthen the systems that sustain it over time.”

The awards, funded by The Pfizer Foundation and implemented by Direct Relief, aim to strengthen the capacity of safety-net providers serving communities facing the greatest barriers to care.

Applications were reviewed, with grantees selected based on community need, patient population, and ability to expand access to care—ensuring support reaches providers best positioned to deliver impact where it is needed most.

“Community health centers play a vital role in helping people stay healthy by bringing trusted health services closer to them,” said Darren Back, President, The Pfizer Foundation. “Through our ongoing partnership with Direct Relief, we are proud to support ​health centers across the country as they expand access to lifesaving vaccines and provide culturally responsive education and support, helping more people stay protected and strengthening the health of their communities.”

2026 Award Recipients include:

  • Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic, Homer, AK, will expand access to STI prevention, testing, treatment, and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for residents on the Kenai Peninsula — the region’s only dedicated provider for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients.
  • Norton Sound Health Corporation, Nome, AK, will expand access to vaccinations and STI screenings across 16 remote Tribal communities in the Bering Strait Region, strengthening preventive care capacity and countering misinformation in communities with limited health infrastructure.
  • Cahaba Medical Care Foundation, Centreville, AL, will expand vaccination and infectious disease screening across six central Alabama counties, providing free flu and COVID-19 vaccines for uninsured patients and increasing HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI testing through clinics, dental sites, and school-based centers.
  • Amistad Y Salud Clínica Amistad, Tucson, AZ, will expand access to a wider range of adult vaccinations and integrate them into women’s health screenings and primary care visits, addressing critical preventive care gaps for uninsured patients.
  • Adelante Healthcare Inc., Phoenix, AZ, will establish a permanent Sexual Health & HIV Care Center in West Phoenix offering comprehensive services — including HIV/STI testing and treatment, pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP/PEP), behavioral health, and care coordination — to reach populations facing the greatest health disparities.
  • Native Health, Phoenix, AZ, will expand an existing childhood and adult vaccination program to reach underserved and minority populations across Maricopa County, and launch a statewide, multi-modal education campaign to build vaccine confidence among American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
  • Pocatello Free Clinic, Pocatello, ID, will launch a sustainable immunization program integrating routine vaccination into every clinic visit and outreach event for low-income adults, building a scalable workflow that supports future vaccine additions.
  • Heartland Medical Clinic Inc., Lawrence, KS, will expand STI testing, treatment, and education to fill care gaps created by major Title X funding cuts, supporting testing and treatment for uninsured patients and ensuring continued, reliable services for vulnerable residents.
  • Methodist Health System Foundation, Slidell, LA, will increase testing and treatment access for underserved adolescents and young adults by enhancing services at a community college health center and boosting education and awareness at local high school and college sites in St. Bernard Parish.
  • Tunica Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana, Marksville, LA, will launch a community-driven rural health promoter model to expand access, outreach, and health education in Central Louisiana, integrating clinical care with community-based support to reduce barriers and advance health equity.
  • Coastal Family Health Center, Gulfport, MS, will expand coordinated infectious disease prevention and care for uninsured, underinsured, and underserved Gulf Coast residents by strengthening the linkage between primary care and social service providers.
  • North Mississippi Primary Health Care, Inc., Ashland, MS, will expand community-based infectious disease services through a mobile health unit delivering free STI screening, education, and treatment linkage to rural communities with rising syphilis and gonorrhea rates across North Mississippi.
  • Fundación Manos Juntas, Oklahoma City, OK, will expand and modernize its vaccination program by adding HPV vaccines, upgrading vaccine management systems, developing bilingual education materials, and strengthening outreach to improve vaccine access and confidence for uninsured patients.
  • The Free Medical Clinic, Oak Ridge, TN, will expand free, mobile infectious disease screening — including TB, STIs, and Hepatitis C — and health education across underserved Appalachian East Tennessee communities, with immediate counseling, referrals, and care navigation for those who test positive.
  • Neighborhood Health, Nashville, TN, will expand access to integrated hepatitis testing and treatment by offering onsite viral hepatitis diagnosis and care, filling a gap no other safety-net provider in Nashville currently addresses, alongside expanded vaccination and harm reduction services.
  • Cabell-Huntington Health Department, Huntington, WV, will expand free, community-based HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI testing alongside education, vaccinations, PrEP linkage, and prevention resources for people facing substance use, housing instability, or limited healthcare access.

The Innovation Awards in Community Health program launched in 2020 and has since supported more than 40 safety-net health organizations across the United States.

To read more about the Innovation in Care Awards, click here.

HONG KONG, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, “Fosun International”), together with its subsidiaries (“Fosun” or the “Group”), released the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report 2025 (the “ESG Report”). Facing the increasingly severe challenges of global climate change, Fosun released its fourth Climate Information Disclosures Report with reference to Part D (“New Climate Requirements”) of Appendix C2 “Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Code” of the Main Board Listing Rules of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the framework of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations and the International Financial Reporting Standards S2 Climate-related Disclosures Requirements (“IFRS S2”).

As an industry group rooted in China with a global presence, Fosun always places sustainability at the core of its strategy, responding to the expectations of the times and society through concrete actions. Fosun’s sustainable development strategy, “Create IMPACT”, centers on six long-term strategic directions, which stand for I: Innovation-driven, M: Mindful Operation, P: People and Partner Oriented, A: Advanced Governance, C: Climate and Planet Positive, and T: Transparency.

Actively driving global sustainable development and achieving outstanding ESG ratings

Driven by “innovation” and “globalization”, Fosun actively advances the integration of ESG into its businesses, accelerates low-carbon transition, increases responsible investment, and strengthens social initiatives. By “Combining Global Resources with China’s Capabilities”, Fosun operates responsibly in more than 40 countries and regions, contributing the power of Fosun to global sustainable development. As a responsible global citizen, Fosun officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (“UN Global Compact”) in 2014. It fully supports the ten principles of the UN Global Compact on human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption, and has deeply integrated these principles into its “Create IMPACT” sustainable development strategy and code of conduct.

Over the past year, despite global economic, environmental, and social uncertainties, Fosun remained steadfast in its long-term sustainability commitment and delivered strong results. According to the latest MSCI rating model (version 5.0), Fosun International’s MSCI ESG rating has been upgraded to AAA. It has maintained a Hang Seng Sustainability Rating of AA-. It has also been included in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2026 and consistently ranked among the top 1% in China. Its FTSE Russell ESG score rose to 4.2 and has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fifth consecutive time.

Actively responding to climate change and promoting low-carbon transition

In response to climate change and low-carbon transition, Fosun actively responds to the national “dual carbon” goals by promoting carbon neutrality and energy conservation and emissions reduction. In 2021, Fosun made a commitment to society – “strive to peak carbon emissions by 2028 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050”. Fosun has formulated strategies for climate change mitigation and adaptation to align with the 1.5°C temperature control target set in the Paris Agreement. Building on its commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, Fosun has set a mid-term target to reduce the intensity of Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 20% by 2034, using 2024 as the base year. This reflects Fosun’s rigorous management of operational emissions and demonstrates the Group’s commitment and execution in advancing low-carbon transition.

Regarding green finance, Fosun continues to leverage sustainability-linked financing instruments to expand funding sources for low-carbon and sustainable transition. In 2025, Fosun completed the refinancing of its maturing syndicated loan, arranging a new three‑year sustainability‑linked syndicated loan with an initial tranche equivalent to USD675 million. The facility retained a greenshoe option to attract additional bank participation. At its signing in September 2025, the total syndicated amount was raised to an equivalent of USD910 million, setting a new record for the Company’s offshore syndicated loan size in the past five years and establishing a benchmark for the largest syndicated loan of its kind by a Chinese privately-owned enterprise in the offshore market in 2025. This achievement reflects capital‑market recognition of Fosun International’s sustainability commitment and its efforts to optimize financing structure.

The Group actively encourages its member companies to carry out climate actions. The Bund Finance Center (BFC), Fosun’s main office and a landmark in Shanghai, introduced and followed the LEED Certification, which is hailed as the “Oscar Award” in the green building industry, from the early planning stage, obtaining LEED Gold Certification during the initial phase of construction. BFC also obtained the LEED Platinum certification in 2022 with the highest score globally. In 2025, 97% of Club Med’s eligible resorts had passed the audit and obtained the Green Globe Certification, the world’s leading certification for sustainable tourism. Besides, Atlantis Sanya, Taicang Alps Resort and Lijiang Club Med Resort had obtained LEED Gold Certification, demonstrating Fosun’s ongoing efforts and achievements in green building and sustainable tourism.

Fosun Insurance Portugal (Fidelidade) announced the launch of the Impact Center for Climate Change (ICCC) at COP29, the 29th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to promote innovation in climate risk management, and highlighted its achievements at COP30, the 30th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC. Since its establishment a year ago, ICCC has made breakthroughs in forest fire risk modeling and developed modeling tools and early warning systems for flood disasters, supporting disaster prevention policies and strengthening community resilience.

Concurrently, Fidelidade released its innovative investment program — Florestas de Portugal. The fund strives for a sustainable investment model that balances economic returns with environmental benefits through forest management, carbon capture, and proactive land management. It serves as an exemplary model for the insurance industry to leverage the power of finance for biodiversity conservation and climate actions.

In 2025, Fosun continued to leverage low-carbon technologies to organize the Yuyuan Lantern Festival, putting carbon neutrality into practice and incorporating oriental lifestyle aesthetics into sustainable development. Supported by Fosun’s global platform, the Yuyuan Lantern Festival has gone international, having been held successively in Paris, France, Hanoi, Vietnam, and Bangkok, Thailand. It has played a key role in Sino-foreign cultural exchange, continuously telling “China Stories” to the world and conveying the vision of sustainable living.

Leveraging innovation to bring hope of cure to patients

Fosun adheres to an innovation-driven strategy, upholding its original aspiration of bringing hope of cure to more patients. Targeting unmet medical needs, its Health business segment’s strategic focus is on key therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology and inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases, while actively expanding into cardiometabolic diseases and rare diseases. This approach enables the development of high valued competitive pipelines and comprehensive healthcare solutions. Meanwhile, it continues to consolidate its core technical platforms including but not limited to antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), small molecules and cell therapies. Additionally, it actively advances cutting-edge therapeutic modalities such as radiopharmaceuticals and small nucleic acids.

Among them, HANSIZHUANG, HLX43, HLX22, and other marketed and pipeline innovative drugs have delivered several “world’s first” breakthroughs. HANSIZHUANG became the world’s first monoclonal antibody targeting PD-1 approved for first-line treatment of extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC), and has been approved for marketing in over 40 countries and regions. HLX43 has shown significant advantages, with a favorable efficacy and safety profile in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), gynecological tumors, esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), and other indications. HLX22 is the world’s first anti-HER2-targeted therapy to receive Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) approvals from both US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Commission (EC) for gastric cancer.

In addition, Fosun Pharma continues to support the health development of African communities. As of 31 December 2025, Fosun Pharma’s independently developed artesunate for injection had saved more than 88 million severe malaria patients worldwide, with more than 440 million doses supplied globally.

Business for good, actively giving back to society

Fosun remains committed to “Business for Good”. In order to better promote the fulfilment and implementation of corporate social responsibility, Fosun Foundation was established in 2012. It has been making unremitting efforts in the fields of global emergency relief, rural revitalization, health, education, culture and art, youth development, etc. to create social value. Fosun Foundation has continued to advance the Rural Doctors Program. Since its launch in 2017, the program has covered 78 counties in 16 provinces, cities, and autonomous regions across the country, supporting 25,000 rural doctors and benefiting 3 million rural families. In addition, it has introduced the “AI Rural Doctor Assistant” to grassroots communities to enhance the coverage and efficiency of medical services.

Linking ESG performance to Board appraisal through a top-down, long-term ESG mechanism

Fosun has established a top-down and long-term mechanism for ESG improvement and has included ESG management performance as an evaluation factor in the Executive Directors’ performance assessment, and the ESG management performance appraisal mechanism is also extended to the CEOs of the Group and the personnel in charge of each business group. Fosun has set up an ESG Board Committee under the Board of Directors (the “Board”) to assist the Board in guiding and overseeing the Group’s ESG development and implementation. At the management and decision level, Fosun has established an ESG Executive Committee under the management to provide decision support for the implementation of ESG strategies. At the implementation level, the Group has also set up an ESG Management Committee and an ESG Working Group to implement ESG strategies and related actions and ensure the establishment of appropriate and effective ESG risk management and internal control system.

Looking ahead, Fosun will continue to focus on its core businesses, uphold innovation, and pursue globalization. At the same time, Fosun will continue to closely follow global sustainability trends, continuously refine its ESG management, actively respond to national strategies, ensure information security, implement “dual carbon” goals, participate in philanthropic initiatives, and protect employees’ rights and interests. Leveraging the resources and advantages of its global industrial ecosystem, Fosun endeavors to make a greater impact on sustainable development and continuously contribute to a better world.

For more information on Fosun’s ESG, please refer to Fosun International’s ESG Report 2025 posted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s website (http://www.hkexnews.hk)

or the Company’s ESG webpage (https://en.fosun.com/esg/)

The electronic copy of the Climate Information Disclosures Report 2025 is available on the Company’s ESG webpage (https://en.fosun.com/esg/)

About Fosun

Fosun was founded in 1992. After more than 30 years of development, Fosun has become a global innovation-driven consumer group. Adhering to the mission of creating happier lives for families worldwide, Fosun is committed to creating a global happiness ecosystem fulfilling the needs of families in Health, Happiness and Wealth. In 2007, Fosun International Limited was listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (stock code: 00656.HK). As of 31 December 2025, Fosun International’s total assets amounted to RMB716.2 billion, and its latest MSCI ESG rating is AAA.

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Something has shifted in the sustainability landscape — have you noticed? It’s not just policy change or regulatory breakthroughs, but a change in character, with companies focusing on deeper, more durable aspects of sustainable business.

As companies ease back on bold pledges and roll out fewer public branding campaigns around issues like climate and diversity, many are still at work on areas like operational integration, data infrastructure, investment in decarbonization, and securing high-level support for sustainability as a business fundamental.

In this issue of Sustainability Highlights, we share recent headline news capturing this shift.

As reported by ESG Dive, the Science Based Targets initiative finds that companies holding both near-term and net-zero climate targets grew 61% year over year in 2025, with over 12,000 companies now holding validated targets or commitments. The rate of target-setting has tripled since 2023 and is accelerating fastest in Asia, with healthcare, IT, and materials — sectors not traditionally associated with climate leadership — showing the strongest growth. As SBTi CEO David Kennedy put it, this is happening “despite political headwinds.”

At the same time, Fast Company reports that some of the world’s most visible companies — Big Tech among them — have gone quiet on climate, even as they continue to invest in decarbonization. In a separate piece, Fast Company explores the maturing of sustainability as a business practice — moving from advocacy and public rhetoric into behind-the-scenes work like measurement, integration, and executing existing strategies.

One aspect of this maturity shows in how businesses manage the “sustainability dichotomy” among red and blue state, which Trellis examines. Each company operating in multiple U.S. jurisdictions must navigate a varied landscape, ranging from proactive emissions disclosure mandates to politically-led hostility towards ESG commitments and initiatives. Managing this divide is now considered a core competency for sustainability teams. 

G&A Institute’s latest blog on New Jersey’s proposed Climate Corporate Accountability Act adds another data point to the state-level picture. New Jersey is among the growing list of states advancing their own corporate climate disclosure requirements, reinforcing the decentralization trend we’ve tracked throughout 2026.

As the field matures, so do the tools companies use to measure and communicate their progress. G&A has published a new blog on unlocking the strategic power of the S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) — one of the most widely used sustainability benchmarking tools, and one that many companies still underutilize. We’ve also released a new resource paper on engaging the value chain for Scope 3 decarbonization and the next installment in our 2026 CDP Response Cycle Series, covering what’s new and what’s next. All three are available in our G&A Blog/Research section below. For companies looking for support on CDP responses, SBTi target-setting, Scope 3 inventories, or S&P CSA responses – explore G&A’s full portfolio of services.

For professionals tracking the broader landscape, this issue also covers the ISO-GHG Protocol working group on unified product-level accounting, the growth of global emissions trading systems to 38 worldwide, Mexico’s new mandatory corporate sustainability requirements, and the largest U.S. renewable project now generating electricity.

This is just the introduction of G&A’s Sustainability Highlights newsletter this week. Click here to view the full issue.

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