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Published by Las Vegas Sands on August 5, 2025

LAS VEGAS, September 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the 2025 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place Friday, Nov. 14, at the Historic Fifth Street School in Downtown Las Vegas. Registration for the state’s premier youth homelessness advocacy event opens Aug. 11 at nphy.org/Summit25.

With support from the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the ninth annual Summit will continue igniting the statewide Movement to End Youth Homelessness by charting the path to build the state’s first standalone plan to end youth homelessness.

“Over the past year, Nevada has made significant strides in the fight to end youth homelessness that are worth celebrating – but new challenges and quickly shifting realities are putting more young people at risk,” Arash Ghafoori, CEO of NPHY, said. “Summit 2025 will unite Nevadans to take full ownership of our response to this crisis by creating, funding and driving the solutions we want to see in our state. This year, we’re putting an even greater spotlight on youth voices because when we listen to their experiences and follow their vision, we are able to build bold, sustainable strategies that truly work for our young people.”

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, youth homelessness in Clark County increased 34% from 2023 to 2024. Statewide, the number of young people experiencing homelessness increased by 27% from 2023 to 2024. In addition, homelessness risk factors have accelerated as Nevada is facing the most extreme shortage of affordable housing in the nation, with only 17 affordable rentals available for every 100 extremely low-income rental households, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition.

Following the Summit in November 2025, development of the state’s first standalone plan to end youth homelessness will begin in 2026. Plan development will model the Southern Nevada Plan to

End Youth Homelessness, introduced in 2018, for which more than 40 local and national cross-sector stakeholder groups came together to create the blueprint for action.

In preparation for 2026 plan development, this year’s Summit will debut findings of the statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, which serves as the Movement’s statewide needs assessment and provides a robust evaluation of the landscape of youth experiencing homelessness in Nevada.

Summit 2025 will convene young people with lived experience of homelessness, service providers, government agencies, civic and political leaders and members of the private sector for a day of inspirational sessions. Elements will include an update on progress made in the Movement to End Youth Homelessness as a foundation for next steps, along with informative presentations and group discussions on intersectional issues, trends impacting vulnerable young people and youth insights.

To register for Summit 2025, visit nphy.org/summit25 beginning Aug. 11. Conference registration is $100 through September 19 and $175 starting on September 20. Information on the Summit 2025 agenda and speakers will begin posting at nphy.org/summit25 in September.

About Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth

NPHY is the most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of homeless youth in Southern Nevada, serving hundreds of youth through core programs and touching the lives of thousands more through outreach each year. NPHY’s programs stabilize homeless teens’ lives, meeting their immediate needs and providing a safe, supportive environment and a path to self-sufficiency. Through work with homeless youth, NPHY creates productive, healthy adults who contribute to society. Strengthening and complementing the high-quality direct services for homeless youth, NPHY is dedicated to advocating with and for the Las Vegas Valley’s homeless youth population and serves as a leader in systems-level efforts to eliminate homelessness among Nevada’s youth. For more information or to support our life-changing work for homeless youth, please visit www.nphy.org.

About Sands (NYSE: LVS)

Sands is the leading global developer and operator of integrated resorts. The company’s iconic properties drive valuable leisure and business tourism and deliver significant economic benefits, sustained job creation, financial opportunities for local businesses and community investment to help make its host regions ideal places to live, work and visit.

Sands’ portfolio of properties includes Marina Bay Sands® in Singapore and The Venetian® Macao, The Londoner Macao®, The Parisian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao and Four Seasons® Hotel Macao, and Sands® Macao in Macao SAR, China, through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd.

Dedicated to being a leader in corporate responsibility, Sands is anchored by the core tenets of serving people, communities and the planet. The company’s ESG leadership has led to inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for World and North America, as well as Fortune’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies. To learn more, visit www.sands.com.

Contacts:

Kristin Koca
Sands
702.923.9142
Kristin.Koca@sands.com

Lanette Rivera
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
702.688.1013
lanette@nphy.org

Published by Las Vegas Sands on August 5, 2025

LAS VEGAS, September 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the 2025 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place Friday, Nov. 14, at the Historic Fifth Street School in Downtown Las Vegas. Registration for the state’s premier youth homelessness advocacy event opens Aug. 11 at nphy.org/Summit25.

With support from the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the ninth annual Summit will continue igniting the statewide Movement to End Youth Homelessness by charting the path to build the state’s first standalone plan to end youth homelessness.

“Over the past year, Nevada has made significant strides in the fight to end youth homelessness that are worth celebrating – but new challenges and quickly shifting realities are putting more young people at risk,” Arash Ghafoori, CEO of NPHY, said. “Summit 2025 will unite Nevadans to take full ownership of our response to this crisis by creating, funding and driving the solutions we want to see in our state. This year, we’re putting an even greater spotlight on youth voices because when we listen to their experiences and follow their vision, we are able to build bold, sustainable strategies that truly work for our young people.”

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, youth homelessness in Clark County increased 34% from 2023 to 2024. Statewide, the number of young people experiencing homelessness increased by 27% from 2023 to 2024. In addition, homelessness risk factors have accelerated as Nevada is facing the most extreme shortage of affordable housing in the nation, with only 17 affordable rentals available for every 100 extremely low-income rental households, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition.

Following the Summit in November 2025, development of the state’s first standalone plan to end youth homelessness will begin in 2026. Plan development will model the Southern Nevada Plan to

End Youth Homelessness, introduced in 2018, for which more than 40 local and national cross-sector stakeholder groups came together to create the blueprint for action.

In preparation for 2026 plan development, this year’s Summit will debut findings of the statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, which serves as the Movement’s statewide needs assessment and provides a robust evaluation of the landscape of youth experiencing homelessness in Nevada.

Summit 2025 will convene young people with lived experience of homelessness, service providers, government agencies, civic and political leaders and members of the private sector for a day of inspirational sessions. Elements will include an update on progress made in the Movement to End Youth Homelessness as a foundation for next steps, along with informative presentations and group discussions on intersectional issues, trends impacting vulnerable young people and youth insights.

To register for Summit 2025, visit nphy.org/summit25 beginning Aug. 11. Conference registration is $100 through September 19 and $175 starting on September 20. Information on the Summit 2025 agenda and speakers will begin posting at nphy.org/summit25 in September.

About Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth

NPHY is the most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of homeless youth in Southern Nevada, serving hundreds of youth through core programs and touching the lives of thousands more through outreach each year. NPHY’s programs stabilize homeless teens’ lives, meeting their immediate needs and providing a safe, supportive environment and a path to self-sufficiency. Through work with homeless youth, NPHY creates productive, healthy adults who contribute to society. Strengthening and complementing the high-quality direct services for homeless youth, NPHY is dedicated to advocating with and for the Las Vegas Valley’s homeless youth population and serves as a leader in systems-level efforts to eliminate homelessness among Nevada’s youth. For more information or to support our life-changing work for homeless youth, please visit www.nphy.org.

About Sands (NYSE: LVS)

Sands is the leading global developer and operator of integrated resorts. The company’s iconic properties drive valuable leisure and business tourism and deliver significant economic benefits, sustained job creation, financial opportunities for local businesses and community investment to help make its host regions ideal places to live, work and visit.

Sands’ portfolio of properties includes Marina Bay Sands® in Singapore and The Venetian® Macao, The Londoner Macao®, The Parisian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao and Four Seasons® Hotel Macao, and Sands® Macao in Macao SAR, China, through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd.

Dedicated to being a leader in corporate responsibility, Sands is anchored by the core tenets of serving people, communities and the planet. The company’s ESG leadership has led to inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for World and North America, as well as Fortune’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies. To learn more, visit www.sands.com.

Contacts:

Kristin Koca
Sands
702.923.9142
Kristin.Koca@sands.com

Lanette Rivera
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
702.688.1013
lanette@nphy.org

T-Mobile is reimagining how a business can grow responsibly, efficiently — and with long-term resilience in mind.

The Un-carrier has pledged to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 by sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable energy — setting a bold standard in the telecom industry. Since 2020, this vision has resulted in a 33% reduction in total carbon emissions, thanks to a combination of renewable energy sourcing and major energy efficiency upgrades.

By combining innovative thinking with operational discipline, the Un-carrier is taking steps to build a more sustainable future.

For example, T-Mobile has achieved a 73% reduction in energy consumption per petabyte of data since 2019, and its industry-leading 5G network has become more efficient year over year. Improvements in cooling and data center operations have led to an 11% decrease in energy use. With a target to achieve a 95% reduction by 2030, the company is setting the pace.

Sustainability isn’t just a goal — it’s built into how T-Mobile operates and drives value for its business. From smart thermostats and ENERGY STAR lighting to rigorous refurbishment programs for devices, the Un-Carrier is making innovative changes to how it’s harnessing the power of 5G technology solutions, in order to support more sustainable growth. To guide this work, T-Mobile has set out to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire carbon footprint by 2040 — a U.S. wireless industry first. T-Mobile is also a proud participant in global sustainability movements like The Climate Pledge and RE100.

But these numbers only tell part of the story. What makes the impact real is the people who make it possible. And this is their story.

Stay tuned for part 1.

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

T-Mobile is reimagining how a business can grow responsibly, efficiently — and with long-term resilience in mind.

The Un-carrier has pledged to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 by sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable energy — setting a bold standard in the telecom industry. Since 2020, this vision has resulted in a 33% reduction in total carbon emissions, thanks to a combination of renewable energy sourcing and major energy efficiency upgrades.

By combining innovative thinking with operational discipline, the Un-carrier is taking steps to build a more sustainable future.

For example, T-Mobile has achieved a 73% reduction in energy consumption per petabyte of data since 2019, and its industry-leading 5G network has become more efficient year over year. Improvements in cooling and data center operations have led to an 11% decrease in energy use. With a target to achieve a 95% reduction by 2030, the company is setting the pace.

Sustainability isn’t just a goal — it’s built into how T-Mobile operates and drives value for its business. From smart thermostats and ENERGY STAR lighting to rigorous refurbishment programs for devices, the Un-Carrier is making innovative changes to how it’s harnessing the power of 5G technology solutions, in order to support more sustainable growth. To guide this work, T-Mobile has set out to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire carbon footprint by 2040 — a U.S. wireless industry first. T-Mobile is also a proud participant in global sustainability movements like The Climate Pledge and RE100.

But these numbers only tell part of the story. What makes the impact real is the people who make it possible. And this is their story.

Stay tuned for part 1.

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

SLB Capturi — a leading provider of carbon capture technology for industrial sectors — celebrates its first anniversary this month. Since its inception, SLB Capturi has fast-tracked technology development, expanded its geographic reach and demonstrated its ability to scale proven carbon capture solutions globally and across industries.

Major project milestones advance carbon capture

SLB Capturi’s standardized modular and scalable carbon capture technology is enabling industries to decarbonize operations and deliver on their business and climate goals. In the past year, the company has achieved key milestones in several high-profile projects, underscoring the commercial viability and scalability of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS):

• Pioneering full-scale carbon capture in cement: In Brevik, Norway, SLB Capturi completed the world’s first full-scale carbon capture plant at a cement facility, enabling Heidelberg Materials to produce net-zero cement by capturing up to 400,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually. The plant is part of the Longship project, Europe’s first complete value chain for carbon capture and storage (CCS), and has been operational since June 2025.
• Completing the carbon capture value chain: SLB Capturi delivered and handed over a modular Just Catch™ carbon capture plant at Twence’s waste-to-energy facility in Hengelo, Netherlands. With a capture capacity of 100,000 metric tons of CO₂ per year, this project is advancing circular carbon solutions for the horticulture and food sectors, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.
• Advancing carbon capture in bioenergy: Five modular Just Catch plants are under construction for Ørsted’s bioenergy facilities in Kalundborg, Denmark. Designed to capture up to 500,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually, these units are a critical component of Denmark’s first full-scale CCS value chain, enabling large-scale negative emissions from bioenergy.
• Expanding carbon capture for waste-to-energy: SLB Capturi received a contract award for the engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) to deliver the carbon capture solution at Hafslund Celsio’s waste-to-energy facility in Oslo. This second Longship plant will utilize SLB Capturi’s modular Just Catch 400 unit designed to capture 350,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually.
• De-risking carbon capture for the pulp and paper industry in North America: Validated SLB Capturi’s liquid amine carbon capture technology for the pulp and paper sector, clearing the way for commercial-scale carbon removal projects in collaboration with CO280.

Comprehensive lifecycle support and global reach

“SLB Capturi’s modular carbon capture technology combined with SLB’s global footprint and deep expertise in technology industrialization, deployment and operations continue to accelerate the deployment of next-generation carbon capture solutions across industries and regions,” said Katherine Rojas, senior vice president of Industrial Decarbonization, SLB. “Our achievements are important use cases for industrial decarbonization and provide a clear pathway for hard-to-abate sectors to achieve practical, scalable and cost-effective emissions reductions.”

SLB Capturi supports customers across the entire carbon capture plant lifecycle, from early-stage pre-qualification and feasibility studies through to front-end engineering and design (FEED) and all phases of engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning (EPCIC). In its first year, SLB Capturi secured more than 25 new feasibility studies and pre-FEEDs, as well as eight FEEDs, spanning sectors such as waste-to-energy, biomass, metals and minerals, pulp and paper, cement, lime, and gas-to-power projects across the U.S. and Europe. The team has continuously expanded its capacity to engage with strategic partners to de-risk carbon capture technology and increase maturity in projects to accelerate final investment decisions (FID).

Industry leadership and vision for the future

As CCUS projects continue to advance and proliferate in Europe and North America, SLB Capturi is actively expanding through new opportunities that support industrial decarbonization initiatives in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.

“Momentum for industrial decarbonization continues to build as more and more CCUS projects demonstrate the compatibility of emissions reduction and industrial competitiveness,” Rojas added. “SLB Capturi’s technical expertise enables us to evaluate and accelerate modular carbon capture technologies that deliver value for customers and meet the diverse needs of a wide range of industries. We are leading the way to a future where carbon capture-ready projects are a reality, realizing growth from decarbonized power to decarbonized commodities globally.”

Want to learn more? Discover how SLB Capturi is leading the way in industrial decarbonization at capturi.slb.com.

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SLB Capturi — a leading provider of carbon capture technology for industrial sectors — celebrates its first anniversary this month. Since its inception, SLB Capturi has fast-tracked technology development, expanded its geographic reach and demonstrated its ability to scale proven carbon capture solutions globally and across industries.

Major project milestones advance carbon capture

SLB Capturi’s standardized modular and scalable carbon capture technology is enabling industries to decarbonize operations and deliver on their business and climate goals. In the past year, the company has achieved key milestones in several high-profile projects, underscoring the commercial viability and scalability of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS):

• Pioneering full-scale carbon capture in cement: In Brevik, Norway, SLB Capturi completed the world’s first full-scale carbon capture plant at a cement facility, enabling Heidelberg Materials to produce net-zero cement by capturing up to 400,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually. The plant is part of the Longship project, Europe’s first complete value chain for carbon capture and storage (CCS), and has been operational since June 2025.
• Completing the carbon capture value chain: SLB Capturi delivered and handed over a modular Just Catch™ carbon capture plant at Twence’s waste-to-energy facility in Hengelo, Netherlands. With a capture capacity of 100,000 metric tons of CO₂ per year, this project is advancing circular carbon solutions for the horticulture and food sectors, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.
• Advancing carbon capture in bioenergy: Five modular Just Catch plants are under construction for Ørsted’s bioenergy facilities in Kalundborg, Denmark. Designed to capture up to 500,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually, these units are a critical component of Denmark’s first full-scale CCS value chain, enabling large-scale negative emissions from bioenergy.
• Expanding carbon capture for waste-to-energy: SLB Capturi received a contract award for the engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) to deliver the carbon capture solution at Hafslund Celsio’s waste-to-energy facility in Oslo. This second Longship plant will utilize SLB Capturi’s modular Just Catch 400 unit designed to capture 350,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually.
• De-risking carbon capture for the pulp and paper industry in North America: Validated SLB Capturi’s liquid amine carbon capture technology for the pulp and paper sector, clearing the way for commercial-scale carbon removal projects in collaboration with CO280.

Comprehensive lifecycle support and global reach

“SLB Capturi’s modular carbon capture technology combined with SLB’s global footprint and deep expertise in technology industrialization, deployment and operations continue to accelerate the deployment of next-generation carbon capture solutions across industries and regions,” said Katherine Rojas, senior vice president of Industrial Decarbonization, SLB. “Our achievements are important use cases for industrial decarbonization and provide a clear pathway for hard-to-abate sectors to achieve practical, scalable and cost-effective emissions reductions.”

SLB Capturi supports customers across the entire carbon capture plant lifecycle, from early-stage pre-qualification and feasibility studies through to front-end engineering and design (FEED) and all phases of engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning (EPCIC). In its first year, SLB Capturi secured more than 25 new feasibility studies and pre-FEEDs, as well as eight FEEDs, spanning sectors such as waste-to-energy, biomass, metals and minerals, pulp and paper, cement, lime, and gas-to-power projects across the U.S. and Europe. The team has continuously expanded its capacity to engage with strategic partners to de-risk carbon capture technology and increase maturity in projects to accelerate final investment decisions (FID).

Industry leadership and vision for the future

As CCUS projects continue to advance and proliferate in Europe and North America, SLB Capturi is actively expanding through new opportunities that support industrial decarbonization initiatives in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.

“Momentum for industrial decarbonization continues to build as more and more CCUS projects demonstrate the compatibility of emissions reduction and industrial competitiveness,” Rojas added. “SLB Capturi’s technical expertise enables us to evaluate and accelerate modular carbon capture technologies that deliver value for customers and meet the diverse needs of a wide range of industries. We are leading the way to a future where carbon capture-ready projects are a reality, realizing growth from decarbonized power to decarbonized commodities globally.”

Want to learn more? Discover how SLB Capturi is leading the way in industrial decarbonization at capturi.slb.com.

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ST. PAUL, Minn., September 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Antea Group USA, a leading environmental and sustainability consulting firm, announced today its corporate funding support for Roots for the Future, an initiative designed to equip youth from historically underrepresented communities with the education, skills, and connections needed to pursue careers in environmental fields. This contribution is a key component of Antea Group USA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, which includes a commitment to donate up to 1% of its Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT) annually to organizations aligned with its corporate and personal values.

Roots for the Future, formerly known as Northside Safety NET (Neighborhoods Empowering Teens), is a vital program managed by Environmental Initiative. It is specifically targeted towards African American, Indigenous, and other BIPOC youth aged 14-18, promoting personal development while actively advancing environmental justice. The program aims to dismantle barriers that youth of color often face in accessing opportunities within environmental sectors.

“Antea Group USA is incredibly proud to be a corporate funder of Roots for the Future,” said Raimond Baumans, Executive Vice President at Antea Group USA. “Our Corporate Social Responsibility program is built on the principle of creating a positive impact globally, nationally, and locally. Supporting Roots for the Future directly aligns with our purpose of fostering a cleaner, safer, more sustainable world by investing in the next generation of environmental leaders. Empowering diverse youth with environmental knowledge, workforce skills, and leadership capabilities is not just critical for their personal growth, but essential for building a more equitable and sustainable future for all.”

Roots for the Future drives youth development through comprehensive programming that includes:

• Environmental Education Workshops: Building foundational knowledge on key environmental topics, such as ecology, climate change, and environmental impacts on urban communities in St. Paul and Minneapolis.
• Workforce Development and Career Exploration: Offering internships, career panels, and training in skills from advocacy and community engagement to public policy and data analysis.
• Project Design & Management: Providing practical experience through community and research projects.
• Advocacy and Public Policy Training: Training that exposes youth to careers in policymaking, organizing, and advocacy.
• Field Trips and Site Visits: Hands-on learning at parks, nature reserves, and renewable energy sites.
• Technology and Innovation: Familiarizing youth with the latest environmental science technology for research and data analytics.
• Networking Events: Creating opportunities to build connections with peers and professionals to establish a personal network.
• Mentorship Programs: Pairing youth with professionals in environmental fields.

The program, which launched its pilot two years ago, is currently expanding into new geographies across the Twin Cities. To date, Roots for the Future has completed over 400 hours of internship learning, successfully completed 19 projects, and actively engaged with 24 community organizations.

For more information about the program, please visit https://environmental-initiative.org/our-work/roots-for-the-future/.

About Antea Group USA: Antea Group USA is an international environmental and sustainability consulting firm that partners with clients to create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility program, which includes corporate giving, volunteerism, and pro bono professional services, Antea Group aims to make a positive impact at global, national, and local levels. Learn more at us.anteagroup.com.

About Environmental Initiative: Environmental Initiative is a nonprofit that works with people in communities, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to advance social equity and environmental health. They build and facilitate partnerships, convene conversations, and manage projects on a range of environmental issues where collaboration is needed most. Learn more at environmental-initiative.org.

About Roots for the Future: Roots for the Future, an Environmental Initiative program, is designed to equip youth from historically underrepresented communities with the education, skills, and connections needed to pursue careers in environmental fields. Targeted towards African American, Indigenous, and other BIPOC youth aged 14-18, the program promotes personal development while advancing environmental justice.

Media Contacts:

Alison Bryant
Antea Group
alison.bryant@anteagroup.us

Jasmine Baxter
Environmental Initiative
jbaxter@environmental-initiative.org

ST. PAUL, Minn., September 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Antea Group USA, a leading environmental and sustainability consulting firm, announced today its corporate funding support for Roots for the Future, an initiative designed to equip youth from historically underrepresented communities with the education, skills, and connections needed to pursue careers in environmental fields. This contribution is a key component of Antea Group USA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, which includes a commitment to donate up to 1% of its Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT) annually to organizations aligned with its corporate and personal values.

Roots for the Future, formerly known as Northside Safety NET (Neighborhoods Empowering Teens), is a vital program managed by Environmental Initiative. It is specifically targeted towards African American, Indigenous, and other BIPOC youth aged 14-18, promoting personal development while actively advancing environmental justice. The program aims to dismantle barriers that youth of color often face in accessing opportunities within environmental sectors.

“Antea Group USA is incredibly proud to be a corporate funder of Roots for the Future,” said Raimond Baumans, Executive Vice President at Antea Group USA. “Our Corporate Social Responsibility program is built on the principle of creating a positive impact globally, nationally, and locally. Supporting Roots for the Future directly aligns with our purpose of fostering a cleaner, safer, more sustainable world by investing in the next generation of environmental leaders. Empowering diverse youth with environmental knowledge, workforce skills, and leadership capabilities is not just critical for their personal growth, but essential for building a more equitable and sustainable future for all.”

Roots for the Future drives youth development through comprehensive programming that includes:

• Environmental Education Workshops: Building foundational knowledge on key environmental topics, such as ecology, climate change, and environmental impacts on urban communities in St. Paul and Minneapolis.
• Workforce Development and Career Exploration: Offering internships, career panels, and training in skills from advocacy and community engagement to public policy and data analysis.
• Project Design & Management: Providing practical experience through community and research projects.
• Advocacy and Public Policy Training: Training that exposes youth to careers in policymaking, organizing, and advocacy.
• Field Trips and Site Visits: Hands-on learning at parks, nature reserves, and renewable energy sites.
• Technology and Innovation: Familiarizing youth with the latest environmental science technology for research and data analytics.
• Networking Events: Creating opportunities to build connections with peers and professionals to establish a personal network.
• Mentorship Programs: Pairing youth with professionals in environmental fields.

The program, which launched its pilot two years ago, is currently expanding into new geographies across the Twin Cities. To date, Roots for the Future has completed over 400 hours of internship learning, successfully completed 19 projects, and actively engaged with 24 community organizations.

For more information about the program, please visit https://environmental-initiative.org/our-work/roots-for-the-future/.

About Antea Group USA: Antea Group USA is an international environmental and sustainability consulting firm that partners with clients to create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility program, which includes corporate giving, volunteerism, and pro bono professional services, Antea Group aims to make a positive impact at global, national, and local levels. Learn more at us.anteagroup.com.

About Environmental Initiative: Environmental Initiative is a nonprofit that works with people in communities, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to advance social equity and environmental health. They build and facilitate partnerships, convene conversations, and manage projects on a range of environmental issues where collaboration is needed most. Learn more at environmental-initiative.org.

About Roots for the Future: Roots for the Future, an Environmental Initiative program, is designed to equip youth from historically underrepresented communities with the education, skills, and connections needed to pursue careers in environmental fields. Targeted towards African American, Indigenous, and other BIPOC youth aged 14-18, the program promotes personal development while advancing environmental justice.

Media Contacts:

Alison Bryant
Antea Group
alison.bryant@anteagroup.us

Jasmine Baxter
Environmental Initiative
jbaxter@environmental-initiative.org

CHARLOTTE, N.C., September 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Norton, a leading Cyber Safety brand of Gen™, joined the Digital Citizenship Initiative by Discovery Education. The Digital Citizenship Initiative is a dynamic partnership powered by Discovery Education with corporations and non-profit organizations providing students with strategies and resources to navigate their online lives safely. Discovery Education is the creator of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world.

As part of the Initiative, Norton will soon offer free standards-aligned classroom resources supporting safe student engagement with Artificial Intelligence (AI). Launching in Q4, the new suite of videos and classroom activities will help students and educators learn how to safely and responsibly use AI. This commitment builds on Norton’s efforts in the digital citizenship space, including through My Digital Life with Discovery Education. The My Digital Life resource center offers free standards-aligned resources designed to empower students with the digital citizenship skills they need to navigate their online lives securely, confidently, and responsibly. In just two years, My Digital Life has reached nearly 415,000 students by helping educators bring digital safety skills into the classroom.

“AI is reshaping how children learn, connect, and express themselves online,” said Kim Allman, Head of Corporate Responsibility and Public Policy, for Norton. “Research shows that 2 in 5 children in the United States are turning to AI for companionship and that many parents find that concerning, underscoring the need for thoughtful guidance and digital literacy skills at home and school.”

The Digital Citizenship Initiative grew out of needs summarized in a recent white paper entitled Risks and Resilience: Why Digital Citizenship Matters in K12 Education. This study illuminated many of the issues facing today’s students, including cyberbullying, online privacy, and digital footprints. This year’s Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report on Connected Kids found that nearly one in four U.S. kids experience cyberbullying and over a quarter turn to AI for emotional support, underscoring the need for guidance around safe online interactions and AI use. Furthermore, the Education Insights 2025–2026: Fueling Learning Through Engagement report showed that while two-thirds of students believe AI can help them learn faster, fewer than half of teachers reporting AI use themselves.

Digital Citizenship Initiative partners also include Verizon and Fortinet. Each partner contributes expert insights to develop standards-aligned digital resources. Resources include ready-to-use materials, digital lessons, the DEMystified series videos, and instructional materials spanning disciplines such as science, health, social studies, and English language arts. Educators can expect quarterly content releases covering a range of topics that address digital citizenship.

To access the Digital Citizenship Initiative resources, please visit digitalcitizenship.discoveryeducation.com. Educators with access to Discovery Education Experience can find these resources on the Digital Citizenship channel.

“Norton has strong experience in both AI technologies and digital literacy. We’re proud to partner with Norton on the Digital Citizenship Initiative,” said Catherine Dunlop, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education. “Together, we believe that engaging students in responsible AI use and digital literacy is essential to building a safer digital future.”

To learn more about the risks and opportunities of AI to enjoy a safer, more convenient digital experience, visit Norton’s blog.

For more information about Discovery Education’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning solutions, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

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About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, PreK-12, digital solutions help educators engage all students and support higher academic achievement. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, and innovative classroom tools that are effective, engaging, and easy to use, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, Discovery Education empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Learn more at www.discoveryeducation.com.

Contacts
Grace Maliska
Discovery Education
Email: gmaliska@dicoveryed.com