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Mortgage Leader Discusses Impact of Fed Rate Cut on Home Lending

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On Sept. 17, the Federal Reserve announced a quarter point interest rate cut, it’s first of the year. To understand how this rate reduction may impact both homebuyers and homeowners, we sat down with John Hummel, head of retail home lending at U.S. Bank.

Let’s start with the homeowners. What does this interest rate cut mean for homeowners looking to borrow against their home equity?

Home equity has been in the headlines lately as increased home price appreciation over the last several years has resulted in record levels of home equity. For homeowners, this equity can be borrowed using a or to fund major expenses such as home improvements or repairs, college tuition or to consolidate debt.

With the prime rate now reduced, home equity borrowers may see lower interest rates available to them, depending on the home equity solution they chose. HELOCs, for example, allow borrowers to make multiple draws at a variable rate up to their pre-determined limit. New and existing HELOC borrowers may see a small reduction in interest rates on new draws.

For home equity loans, which allow you to borrow a lump sum at a fixed rate, new applicants may see a slight reduction in the interest rate being offered.

What about aspiring home buyers. Does the recent interest rate cut mean mortgage rates will come down? 

In early September we experienced our highest daily applications for the year. That’s because even before the Federal rate cut, we have seen some pockets of easing mortgage rates over the last few months. This has already provided some relief to buyers actively house hunting and making offers. For homeowners who bought a home in the last few years, this also presented an opportunity to refinance, especially for larger balance loans where a slight drop in rates can have an impact.

The recent gradual decline is in large part because mortgage rates are more closely tied to bond markets and the 10-year treasury yield than the prime rate. This correlation means that in many cases, future interest rate cuts are baked into current mortgage rates. That’s why when the Fed reduces the prime rate, we often don’t see any immediate movement on mortgage rates.

What’s your best advice right now for homebuyers?

If you are in a position to buy a home or plan to be in the months ahead, meet with a knowledgeable mortgage loan originator first. A mortgage professional can help you understand what you can afford, what potential payments could look like inclusive of taxes and insurance and any special programs you might qualify for, such as downpayment assistance.

There are nearly 2,500 downpayment assistance programs available throughout the U.S., including programs offered by state and local agencies, as well as mortgage lenders. For example, U.S. Bank offers the in 31 states and the in 10 markets.

Any advice for homeowners?

It may be a good time to explore your home equity lending options for upcoming expenses. Talking to a mortgage loan professional can help you understand your options and borrowing power using your home equity.

If you are nearing retirement, applying now for a HELOC can be a smart financial move. With U.S. Bank there is no fee to apply and doing so pre-retirement allows you to factor in your current employment income, which can impact your application outcome.

To learn more about U.S. Bank home lending solutions, visit usbank.com/homeloans

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Digital Solutions: Using AI and Autonomous Control To Listen to Your Building

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This article is authored by Riaz Raihan, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, Trane Technologies

Despite breakthrough innovation over the last several years, buildings still can’t speak to us. They do, however, constantly give us non-verbal cues through technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous controls.

These solutions for digitalization of the built environment can significantly reduce a building’s operating cost and its carbon footprint by allowing you to listen to its cues.

Thinking beyond trends

AI and autonomous controls are enhancing productivity, efficiency and decision making across every sector. Considering their applications in the built environment, it is easy to get excited about them.

As I’ve seen in my role as chief digital officer at Trane Technologies, AI and automation are being practically applied in HVAC systems to support outcome-based performance. And for good reason, as more than 50% of a building’s operating cost can be attributed to its heating, ventilation and cooling.

Implementing AI tools because they’re trendy is faulty logic, though. Digital technologies require significant power and increase strain on our energy grids. They must be used thoughtfully and efficiently.

The true allure of digitalization and AI in the built environment lies in their ability to deliver operational cost savings, emissions reductions and optimal performance, which I see as their most discreet cool factor.

Listening to your building

Buildings can’t speak, but they can send nonverbal cues, and “listening” to them is crucial.

AI technologies, like autonomous control systems, allow us to look at structured data (building layout, indoor temperatures, equipment specifications) and unstructured data (weather patterns and forecasts, pollution data, occupancy patterns) to optimize buildings’ energy performance.

AI-enabled building controls learn to respond to changing conditions, such as energy pricing fluctuations, to automatically optimize energy performance and enable cost-effective predictive maintenance.

Consider the analogy of streaming platforms, which regularly show new and interesting content, proving the value of monthly subscription fees. When we are satisfied with the programming, we may set them to auto-renew. But if the content becomes stale, we might start doubting its value and consider canceling. We need consistent performance to feel we’re getting our money’s worth.

The same mindset can be true for the built environment, but that’s also where digital enablement drives significant value—by reading and acting on a building’s non-verbal cues. Building automation systems and autonomous controls capture real-time data and advanced analytics and use them to optimize performance.

Leveraging these solutions can help building owners and operators understand their building operations while enabling energy and cost savings, demonstrating their ROI and economic viability.

Creating successful outcomes from potential challenges

A comprehensive approach is required to implement digital solutions. To create your building’s digital twin (a virtual representation of it), data requirements, computing capabilities and internal skills are factors to consider.

Data and information necessary to create a digital twin:

  • Historical energy use
  • Operational HVAC systems
  • The building’s architectural plans and layouts

You also need a robust cloud infrastructure to process large volumes of data, along with reliable and secure communication protocols for data transmission and storage.

More important than these elements, though, is a skilled talent pipeline that knows how to analyze data and machine learning techniques to find actionable insights and reduce latency. While innovative digitization technologies are changing the game for reducing energy demand and emissions across the built environment, prioritizing the talent to advance them is vital.

Of course, implementation can still bring challenges, including data integration and system interoperability. Integrating data from a variety of sources (sensors, historical records, occupancy and weather patterns) into a unified system can be complex and time-consuming. Different systems may also use varying formats, making it harder to standardize and harmonize data for analysis.

But these potential challenges can be turned into successful outcomes. Having a centralized platform capable of aggregating data into a single repository, where it is more easily accessed, managed and analyzed, is a critical component.

Transitioning from equipment to outcomes

Fifty years ago, the only thing customers cared about was the capital investment needed to install a high-quality HVAC system. Eventually, that progressed to high-quality and well-maintained systems, with good indoor air quality.

Today, things look drastically different. Customers demand outcomes, not just equipment that meets their day-to-day heating and cooling needs. They require high-quality, well-maintained, smart and adaptable machines that help reduce emissions, cut costs and optimize energy consumption.

This change in mindset affirms the growing demand for purpose-driven, sustainable technology that drives energy efficiency and decarbonization.

AI and digital technologies have the potential to harness the information provided by a building and its surroundings to achieve desired outcomes. This underscores the crucial need to pay attention and respond to the signals it’s sending.

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C2 Management Reinforces Investment Recovery Association Membership

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Mid-Atlantic asset recovery and electronics recycler makes significant commitment to advertising with Investment Recovery Association (IRA) in addition to speaking on a panel at the 2025 Investment Recovery Association Conference & Trade Show in Westminster, Colorado next week.

BERRYVILLE, Va., Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — “C2 has grown organically since its inception in 1998 because of the relationships that it has established in this industry, and we are extremely proud of them,” says C2 CEO Chris Hansen. “Productive relationship cultivation makes choosing who we partner with and the effort we put into organizations we join critical, and we have been very pleased with our membership in the IRA.” ( www.c2management.com )


Since its inception in 1998 Chris and Sharon Hansen have been extremely proud of the company culture they have formed at C2 Management that espouses the values formed in family relationships. The company considers communication to be a keystone concept and works very hard to maintain a high level of understanding amongst its employees and with its clients.

C2 joined the IRA last year and recently escalated the relationship by deciding to advertise in ASSET 2.0, the Investment Recovery Business Journal (Asset 2.0 VOL 4., 2025). Heralding its mission statement that features family values, the company showcased its founders Chris and Sharon Hansen in its first ad, and the familiar duo also is pictured in its conference exhibits. Tuesday September 23rd, CEO Hansen will be speaking at the conference on E-Waste Recycling.

Investment Recovery Association Executive Director Jane Male appreciates the commitment C2 has made in the IRA and looks forward to a continuing relationship with C2 as it deepens its roots in the organization.

“It is rewarding to see companies like C2 benefit from IRA membership and take the next steps to getting more involved, and we look forward to hearing Chris speak as a panelist at the conference,” says Male. “The image of Chris and his Co-Founder wife Sharon is visible to membership and placement in ASSET 2.0 will further this familiarity. We look forward to C2 exhibitor participation as well.”

The Berryville, Virginia-based asset recovery and electronics recycling company joined the IRA to support a relationship with a Fortune 500 client it was working with. C2 maintains that much of its growth has been at the behest of client suggestions and interests. The company strongly believes that expressing interest in organizations that its clients are interested in will not only align objectives and enhance education but lead to new clients as well.

C2 Community and Industry Liaison Wally Greeves is excited about the new steps the company is taking with regard to the IRA and also looks forward to expanding on the relationships it has established.

“We are very much looking forward to visibility at this conference. Considering our past attendance, it feels like the advertising, booth exhibit, and panelist participation should really position us well to start some great conversations,” says Greeves. “We have invited fellow IRA members to visit our facility in the past and this has been responsible for some relationships that have resulted in business partnerships.”

C2 understands that now more than ever companies are extremely sensitive to consumer feedback regarding ESG practices and has maintained industry-leading certifications since they were available.

“Companies will always have many choices about how to position their assets for reuse or recycling, and I have always been proud of our ability to get a great return for our clients in ways that allow them to claim a superior level of corporate responsibility,” says CEO Hansen. “We have especially done well in categories that are not typical ITAD categories like medical, lab and testing equipment, or industrial assets. I look forward to bringing attention to the profit possibilities of some of these less mainstream categories as a panelist. It should be a great show.”

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Arturo’s Action Over Words

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2025 Live Más Scholar and Team Member Arturo M., is a first-generation student who had big dreams of working in healthcare, especially after he saw his own family go through language barriers in the hospital setting.

“Growing up in Carbondale, Illinois, I spent a lot of time helping my parents with English, navigating so many different situations as they didn’t know the language. One of the ways I did this was by translating what doctors and nurses said during their appointments. I ended up translating for many others too because I wanted to help those who shared a background with me. This, in combination with summer internships at the clinic, only contributed to my passion for nursing.”

This past year, Arturo applied, and ended up receiving a $10,000 Live Más Scholarship, bringing him one step closer to carrying out his dreams of helping others.

“After joining Taco Bell, the Live Más Scholarship went live and my General Manager (GM) told me to apply. I had never applied for a big scholarship like this before, so I was skeptical at first because I felt discouraged since it was such a big opportunity. I ended up applying anyway! Then, one day, I got a phone call from my GM, asking me to come in after school to do a Team Member core activity. Turns out, it was a surprise party for me with all my friends, family and coworkers announcing that I received the scholarship! It was a once in a lifetime experience.”

So, what does Action Over Words, one of Taco Bell’s core brand principles, mean to Arturo?

“Action Over Words is being an advocate for others who can’t speak for themselves, especially where I come from. I’ve seen the hard times my parents had to face while navigating a country where they didn’t know the primary language. So, to me, it’s doing something that closes that barrier even more.”

Looking to the future, Arturo hopes that he can make a difference in people’s lives and the healthcare space by being their voice and giving them proper care. And finally, for those who have similar experiences to him, he encourages them to take that risk and pursue what they believe in, because bravery requires proof.

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Baker Tilly Awards $50,000 in Grants to Ten Organizations

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The Baker Tilly Foundation is thrilled to announce this year’s recipients of the Stewardship Week Extra Impact Grant. 

Launched in 2022, the foundation created the grant program to extend the spirit of Stewardship Week — when team members across the firm join together to make a difference in their communities. 

Each of the ten organizations below was nominated by team members who volunteered with them during Stewardship Week. Each organization will receive a $5,000 grant. 

Extra Impact Grant recipients

  • Frisco Fastpacs – Frisco, Texas
    • This organization provides a weekend backpack of food to children who are in need. Feeding over 1,000 children (K-12) each week of the school year, Frisco Fastpacs has made an impact on the lives of children by giving out over 1.5 million meals since their inception in 2013.
  • School on Wheels – Tewksbury, Massachusetts
    • The mission of School on Wheels of Massachusetts is to educate children impacted by homelessness by providing academic support, individualized school supplies, and one-on-one mentoring so children can reach their full potential.
  • One House at a Time Beds for Kids – Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
    • OHAAT’s Beds for Kids program partners with social service agencies across the region who refer families in need. Each child receives a bed, a bag of bedding, several books and a toothbrush.
  • Madison Reading Project – Madison, Wisconsin
    • Madison Reading Project connects communities with free books and literacy resources that ignite a love for reading and affirm and reflect the diversity of young readers.
  • YMCA Urban Advisory – Tampa, Florida
    • The YMCA Urban Advisory works together with volunteers to identify critical social needs within the Tampa Bay community and develops programs and initiatives that address those needs.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Milwaukee – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    • This organization provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better.
  • Milwaukee Diaper Mission – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    • Milwaukee Diaper Mission empowers families in need by providing a reliable source of free diapers and period products.
  • Brothers Redevelopment – Denver, Colorado
    • Brothers Redevelopment was established in 1971 to provide home repairs for low-income households in South Denver using neighborhood volunteers. It’s now grown to become an affordable housing developer and operates many different housing programs and services in communities across the state of Colorado.
  • Upshur County Parish House – Buckhannon, West Virginia
    • The Upshur Cooperative Parish House serves Upshur County (WV) residents by assisting low-income families in meeting their basic needs and working to increase their quality of life.
  • Spooner House – Shelton, Connecticut
    • Spooner House provides food, shelter and support services to people in need. They are devoted to helping clients establish a self-sufficient living situation.

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Two-Time Mary Kay Young Women in STEM Grant Recipient Shares Impact of Award on International Competition Stage and Career Path

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At Mary Kay, empowering young women and sparking a passion for STEM isn’t just a mission – it’s a movement. This spring, we proudly returned for the second year as a Special Awards Organization at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF), the world’s largest pre-college STEM competition, held in Columbus, Ohio, U.S.A.

The energy at ISEF was nothing short of electric. Each year, nearly 2,000 brilliant young minds from more than 60 countries come together to showcase projects that could change the world – literally. With more than $9 million in awards, scholarships, and networking opportunities with industry leaders, the fair is a launchpad for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators.

This year marked ISEF’s 75th anniversary, and Mary Kay had the honor of awarding ten grants totaling nearly $10,000 to high school students whose projects stood out for their creativity, impact, and potential to make a difference. Their work ranged from developing potential cures for cancers affecting women, to designing sustainable packaging solutions, to protecting our planet’s most precious natural resources.

Recently, we caught up with one of Mary Kay’s scholarship recipients, Carolina de Araujo Pereira da Silva[1] from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to check in on her work and school. When we saw Carolina again this year, she was presenting her work on Salinomycin as a Molecular Trojan Horse for Targeting Mn-Induced Malignancy in Aggressive Tumors.

We are so excited to have this fantastic opportunity to sit down with you and see how life is going! You’re a two-time Mary Kay scholarship winner! Tell us how you’re doing and share with us some aha moments from the past 2 whirlwind years.  

  • As a girl from São João de Meriti, a city on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, it often felt unlikely that I would one day present my research in an international, prestigious competition like ISEF, let alone be recognized twice by Mary Kay! Receiving the Mary Kay Research Grant in 2024, among thousands of extraordinary projects, was much more than financial support: it was confirmation that state-of-the-art research can be developed even in places where resources are limited. This award gave me the confidence and motivation to continue working as soon as I returned from ISEF 2024.
  • With the support I received from Mary Kay, together with the DCAT (Drug, Chemical, and Associated Technologies Association) award at ISEF 2024, I decided to invest in improvements for my research. For instance, purchasing a camera was crucial to documenting the tumor cells in each experiment. As a result, I was able to build a stronger, more complete, and reliable dataset, which was essential for being selected to participate in ISEF again in 2025 and once more receive the Mary Kay Research Grant. What makes me even happier is that this equipment has helped (and continues to help) not only me, but all the members of my research group, being especially valuable for obtaining high-quality images of experiments that allow us to publish our work in international scientific journals.
  • Additionally, with this year’s grant, I plan to purchase equipment for my lab as a way of giving back to the place that has supported my research the most. Looking ahead, I’m applying to universities in the United States, where I will have more opportunities to explore research throughout my undergraduate studies. Both Mary Kay awards are helping me get closer to this dream by providing the resources to help develop my research, and the belief that I can become a researcher who gives back to my community and, hopefully, contribute to making cancer treatment more effective and less aggressive for patients in the future.

We, at Mary Kay, are honored to know such a talented, kind, and goal-oriented young woman. We wish Carolina continued success in all her future endeavors.

Supporting these students isn’t just about celebrating their current achievements, it’s about fueling their journey forward. By championing young innovators, Mary Kay is investing in a future where science and creativity intersect to solve our world’s biggest challenges. 

Because when young people dream in STEM, they don’t just imagine a better future – they build it.

Did You Know: 

  • Mary Kay Inc. is empowering the next generation of women in STEM by awarding 40 grants totaling $195,000 to support young women around the world in pursuing their dreams in STEM-related fields.

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[1] Carolina de Araujo Pereira da Silva is a two-time Mary Kay Young Women in STEM grant recipient for her outstanding contributions to the cancer research field. Her 2024 prize money was utilized toward furthering her presented project – Rock the Metals! Investigating Manganese as a Trigger of Malignancy and Metal Transporters as Targets in Cancer Treatment which elevated her 2025 award-winning submission. 

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Electric Bus Market worth $59.60 billion by 2032 | MarketsandMarkets

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The global electric bus market is projected to grow from USD 23.80 billion in 2025 to USD 59.60 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 14.0% during the forecast period, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. Recent advancements in battery and charging technologies, such as 350+ kW fast charging and depot-scale megawatt chargers, are helping electric buses to complete entire daily duty cycles without the need for mid-day charging, significantly improving their operational efficiency. This technological progress is reinforced by strong government support across regions. In India, programs like FAME II and PM-eBus Sewa provide generous subsidies, helping city transport corporations overcome the challenge of high upfront costs. In China, although national subsidies are being phased out, local governments continue to drive adoption through charging infrastructure incentives and favorable licensing policies. In Europe, the Clean Vehicle Directive (2021) legally mandates that at least 45% of new buses be ‘clean’ by 2025, with this target rising to 65% by 2030, compelling public transport operators to accelerate fleet electrification.

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9–14-meter buses are projected to be the largest segment by length till 2032.

9 to 14-meter category buses, due to their versatility and suitability for a wide range of applications, are projected to dominate the electric bus market. With an average seating capacity of 40 to 70 passengers, these buses balance size and maneuverability, making them ideal for urban public transport, suburban commuting, and even some intercity routes. Their dimensions allow them to navigate congested city roads while carrying many passengers, which is crucial for meeting the growing demand for sustainable urban mobility.

In terms of performance, many buses in this category are equipped with battery capacities that allow them to travel 150 to 250 miles (240–400 km) on a single charge. This range makes them suitable for full-day operations (mostly intra-city) without frequent charging, reducing downtime and ensuring higher operational efficiency for fleet operators. The popularity of this segment is also strengthened by the fact that government-funded clean bus programs and tenders worldwide often prioritize 9–14-meter buses, as they are best suited for large-scale deployment in public transit fleets. Additionally, their shorter charging times (1-2 hours for 200-300 kWh LFP batteries with 150 kW fast chargers) suit frequent stop-start schedules, as in London’s TfL network, where BYD K9 buses leverage depot charging infrastructure funded by UK’s (USD 600 Million) ZEBRA program, reducing operational downtime compared to larger articulated buses.

Manufacturers across Asia, Europe, and North America, including BYD (China), Yutong (China), CRRC (China), Tata Motors (India), Solaris (Poland), VDL (Netherlands), and Volvo (Germany), are heavily invested in this segment, offering multiple configurations to meet the specific needs of transit authorities.

As cities expand zero-emission zones and governments tighten emission norms, the 9–14 meter segment is projected to remain the backbone of electric bus adoption.

The >300 miles segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment by range during the forecast period.

As city and transit operators demand vehicles that cover longer routes without frequent charging and the demand for electric coaches increases, the demand for such buses is expected to rise. The advancements in battery technology and the falling battery prices also support the opportunities for electric buses with more than 300 miles of range. According to reports, lithium-ion battery pack prices have dropped to USD 115 per kWh in 2024 and are expected to keep falling. LFP batteries are now priced even lower at around USD 95 per kWh. This has created opportunities for electric bus manufacturers to install bigger bus batteries, resulting in range extensions.

The growth of these category buses is also supported by advancements in high-energy-density LFP batteries (200–300 Wh/kg, 500–600 kWh packs). These larger battery systems allow buses to operate extended urban and intercity routes on a single charge, cutting fleet downtime by 20–30% compared to shorter-range models that rely on frequent opportunity charging (150 kW, 30–60 minute stops). This makes them ideal for high-frequency operations, such as in Shenzhen (China), where over 16,000 electric buses with an average range of 350 km cover 300–400 km daily. Technical improvements like advanced thermal management and regenerative braking further optimize performance and extend real-world range. These features also make them suitable for rural deployments, such as India’s BEST fleet using Tata Starbus models (324 kWh, 300 km range) for inter-village routes where charging infrastructure is limited. Additionally, the availability of faster depot charging solutions (350 kW, enabling full recharge in 1–2 hours) is supporting overnight fleet operations in Europe, further boosting the adoption of long-range electric buses.

Europe is projected to be the fastest-growing market for electric buses.

Europe is projected to be the fastest-growing market for electric buses during the forecast period. According to IEA, the region recorded 15% growth in sales in 2024, raising its share of global electric bus sales to over 10%, coming second only behind China. The UK had the highest sales for electric buses in the region, with around 2,000 electric buses sold in the country in 2024. Sales of electric buses in France and Germany were ~700 and ~1,100 units, respectively, for 2024. These three countries contributed more than 65% of the total electric bus sales for the region in 2024. Government programs highly support these sales of electric buses; for instance, the UK’s Clean Bus Fund and ZEBRA2 scheme are supporting large-scale adoption of electric buses, where around 1,200 electric buses were to be procured for ~USD 580 million. Similarly, in Germany, the federal government has committed USD 1.45 billion in 2024 to cover up to 80% of vehicle costs for zero-emission buses and 40% of charging infrastructure expenses. Other than this, Germany and the UK offer significant subsidies covering up to 80% of the purchase cost under programs such as Germany’s National Electromobility Development Plan and the UK’s Ultra-Low Emission Bus Scheme.

Additionally, Chinese manufacturers such as BYD and Yutong currently account for nearly one-third of Europe’s electric bus market, leveraging advanced battery technologies and economies of scale to offer competitively priced models. Their growth is further supported by major battery suppliers like CATL, which has set up production facilities in Europe; this helps reduce costs and mitigate supply chain risks. These government investments and the increasing dominance of Chinese players in the region, offering electric buses at lower prices, are propelling the demand for electric buses in Europe. The region has the presence of major electric bus suppliers, Yutong Co., Ltd. (China), Daimler (Germany), Iveco Bus (France), and Solaris Bus (Poland), which are the top manufacturers of electric buses in Europe.

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Prominent players in the Electric Bus Companies include BYD Company Ltd. (China), Yutong Co., Ltd. (China), Xiamen King Long (China), CRRC Corporation Limited (China), and Daimler Truck AG (Germany).

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BizClik Showcases Global Sustainability Leadership at Climate Week NYC 2025

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BizClik Launches Sustainability LIVE: Climate Week NYC 2025 to accelerate global climate action, happening on 22 September

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, via its Sustainability Magazine and the Sustainability LIVE event series, is proud to present Sustainability LIVE: Climate Week NYC 2025, an essential gathering for business leaders, climate technologists, procurement experts, and policymakers committed to sustainable transformation.

Taking place during Climate Week NYC, the one-day, high-level forum will be held on 22 September 2025 at Convene, 360 Madison Avenue, New York City. The event will bring together leading voices in sustainability, ESG, technology, procurement, and corporate leadership.

What to Expect

  • Exclusive audience: Over 500 invite-only C- and V-level executives will engage in insight-driven sessions. 
  • High calibre of speakers: More than 50 internationally acclaimed speakers, including Chief Sustainability Officers from major brands like PepsiCo, General Motors, IBM, Cisco, United Airlines, Volvo, and more. 
  • Robust agenda: Ten interactive panel discussions across dual stages, covering themes such as global decarbonisation, sustainable procurement and supply chain, the role of AI in sustainability, gender equity and leadership, nature-based solutions, circular economy, and energy transition. 
  • Networking & collaboration: Hundreds of networking opportunities with peers, thought leaders, and innovators.

Audience & Reach

Sustainability LIVE: Climate Week NYC 2025 will draw C- and V-level executives, sustainability officers, procurement leaders, innovators, and policymakers. Attendees will include those who shape climate strategy at some of the world’s largest companies.

BizClik’s media channels and its network will provide live coverage, interviews, and analysis. Global content distribution will target decision-makers in the US, UK, Europe, and Asia.

Saskia van Gendt, Chief Sustainability Officer at Blue Yonder and speaker at the CSO Strategy Summit, commented:

“Influential events like Sustainability LIVE give Blue Yonder a platform to demonstrate how innovation and sustainability can – and must – go hand in hand. It’s a valuable opportunity to learn from others facing similar challenges, explore new ways of integrating ESG across global operations, and bring back actionable insights to strengthen our own sustainability roadmap.”

Sponsorship & Partnerships

The event is supported by headline sponsors, including:

  • Siemens
  • Arcadis
  • SWEEP
  • Capgemini
  • SAP
  • Ecovadis
  • Kyndryl

Additional backing comes from corporate, media, and impact partners such as: The CPD Group, Global Impact Coalition, HAAMI Digital Consultancy, Environmental Business Review, and Renewable Wire.

BizClik Sustainability Live NYC

Key Themes & Sessions

  • Decarbonising Global Supply Chains: How companies are mapping and reducing Scope 3 emissions.
  • ESG & Climate Reporting Trends: Best practices, regulatory pressures, and where the next wave of reporting is heading.
  • Climate Innovation & Investment: Emerging technologies, fintech tools, and funding models enabling climate action.
  • Cross-Sector Collaboration: Partnerships among business, government, finance, and NGOs as accelerators of climate progress.

About Sustainability Magazine

Sustainability Magazine is a leading publication covering corporate sustainability, ESG, and climate strategy. Part of BizClik, it delivers in-depth reports, interviews, and global rankings, alongside its flagship event series, Sustainability LIVE.

About BizClik

BizClik is a global B2B media and events company producing sector-specific content across technology, sustainability, procurement, fintech, AI, and more. Through digital magazines, websites, newsletters, webinars, and award-winning events, BizClik connects enterprise leaders with executive audiences to drive strategic business engagement.

For more information, visit: www.bizclikmedia.com

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Lights, Camera, Finance! The 2025 FinTalk Awards Celebrate Digital Money Masters

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Debt.com expands its signature awards from TikTok to all major platforms, spotlighting today’s most impactful financial educators.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The spotlight is back on money’s brightest stars. Debt.com is proud to launch the 2025 FinTalk Awards rebranded, reimagined celebration of the creators who are transforming how the world talks about personal finance.

 

Once known as the FinTok Awards, this annual campaign has evolved beyond TikTok exclusivity. Now, the FinTalk Awards shine across every major platform—from YouTube to Instagram Reels—recognizing the financial voices who are captivating audiences with smart, engaging, and life-changing money advice.

“These creators are more than influencers,” said Don Silvestri, President of Debt.com. “They’re mentors and motivators, equipping everyday people with the knowledge to make the most of their money and plan for a stronger future. That kind of impact deserves recognition.”

With categories spanning YouTube, TikTok, Reels, Podcasts, and Hispanic creators, the FinTalk Awards give fans the chance to vote for the voices that inspire them most. Voting is open from September 22 through October 6, and the winners announced in October.

“There’s no shortage of financial noise on social media—but these nominees cut through it. They’re not selling gimmicks or get-rich-quick schemes. They’re giving practical, honest advice that can change lives,” adds Howard Dvorkin, CPA and Chairman of Debt.com. “That’s why the FinTalk Awards matter—because the winners aren’t just collecting likes, they’re helping people get their financial house in order.”

Fans can vote for their favorite creators in 5 unique categories, including:

Best YouTube Creator

  • Chelsea Fagan – @thefinancialdiet
  • Stephen Findeisen – @coffeezilla
  • Nick True – @mappedoutmoney

Best MoneyTok Influencer (TikTok)

  • Shelby Wright – @shelbwright
  • Her Money Mastery – @hermoneymastery
  • Russell Maltes – @simplifyingyourmoney

Best Reel Money Creator (Instagram) 

  • Nika Booth – @debtfreegonnabe
  • Humphrey Yang – @humphreytalks
  • Dyana – @moneybossmama

Best Podcast or Audio Series

  • Money Guy Show
  • How To Money
  • Afford Anything

Best Financial Hispanic Creator

  • Jorge Fernandez – @fernfinance
  • Rey Martinez – @finanzasconrey
  • Maria Colon – @dineroenspanglish

Join the conversation.  Follow along on social media using #FinTalk Awards and tag your favorite creators to help them secure the win.

Voting is Now Open: September 22, 2025 – October 6, 2025

Visit www.debt.com/fintalk-awards

 

Debt.com is the consumer website where people can find help with credit card debt, student loan debt, tax debt, credit repair, bankruptcy, and more. Debt.com works with vetted and certified providers that give the best advice and solutions for consumers ‘when life happens.’ (PRNewsfoto/Debt.com)

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firstcolo Wins German Datacenter Talents & Impact Award 2025

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Company recognized in the category “Sustainability & Green Data Centers”

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The German Datacenter Association (GDA) has honored outstanding projects, companies, and institutions shaping the future of the industry with this year’s German Datacenter Talents & Impact Awards. Presented across five categories, the awards recognize achievements in innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and forward-looking strategies. In the category Sustainability & Green Data Centers, the 2025 award went to firstcolo GmbH for its blueprint project FRA7, a sustainable and AI-ready data center currently under development in Rosbach vor der Höhe. “We are delighted to receive this recognition,” said Jerome Evans, founder and CEO of firstcolo GmbH. “With FRA7, we are continuing our commitment to building sustainable, competitive data centers. The ICT sector already accounts for around two percent of global CO₂ emissions, with data centers representing a significant share. As data volumes grow, energy demand surges, and climate action becomes imperative, our industry is rethinking its future. FRA7 demonstrates how high performance, sustainability, and data sovereignty can go hand in hand.”


Aerial View of the firstcolo datacenter FRA7 (Rosbach/ Germany)

A future-ready blueprint

The jury highlighted firstcolo’s holistic sustainability strategy, proven reductions in energy and resource consumption, and the project’s strong potential for innovation, scalability, and transferability to other sites. “The journey to FRA7 began with a clear strategic vision: to build a facility that stands as both a technical flagship and an ecological benchmark,” Evans recalled. FRA7 combines next-generation cooling technologies with a modular, scalable architecture designed for high-density and AI workloads, targeting a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of below 1.2. “High-density liquid cooling shows the path forward,” Evans added. “It achieves efficiency levels beyond what air cooling can deliver. FRA7 will run on certified green electricity, while excess heat will be fed into the municipal district heating grid. Recyclable materials will also play a key role in construction.” Built as a dynamic infrastructure, FRA7 is designed to evolve with new technical capabilities while maintaining consistently high efficiency. “Its significance extends beyond the site itself,” Evans concluded. “FRA7 demonstrates that high-performance data centers can operate sustainably while being fully integrated into local energy and heating networks.”

For more information about firstcolo GmbH, please visit firstcolo.net/en/.  

firstcolo GmbH

As an operator of data centers in Germany, firstcolo GmbH, based in Frankfurt am Main, provides its customers with the highest level of service quality. In addition to classic colocation and the rental of server systems, firstcolo’s range of services also includes managed services, security solutions and cloud services.   

Press Contact:

Boris Mayer
Head of Marketing
firstcolo GmbH
Kruppstr. 105
60388 Frankfurt am Main/ Germany
marketing@first-colo.net
Tel.: +49 (0) 69 120069-228
Mobil: +49 151 705 155 38

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