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As I prepare to return to the classroom this fall as a teacher with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), I have been thinking about a rare perspective that is coming back with me.

For the past four years, I have been helping Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) bring Go Innovate Together (goIT), its career readiness and digital innovation program, into Canadian classrooms. As a STEM educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching K-12 students, I served as a liaison between TCS and school districts, including my own. This enabled me to help shape the program’s content and delivery during that time to continue to meet the needs of teachers and students as technology evolved.

I am proud of the roles I played in goIT, which helps students use design thinking and technology to develop solutions to real-world challenges. But what excites me most is returning to TDSB students with new tools, new examples, and a deeper belief in what they can do.

During my time as a goIT lead, the TDSB’s annual goIT Student Showcase became one of my favorite days of the year. The Showcase is the culmination of the students’ goIT experience and provides teams with an opportunity to design digital innovation concepts that address social or environmental challenges that could make the world a better place.

Students identify issues that matter to them, which are often rooted in their own communities. Then they research, collaborate and prepare to pitch their ideas to judges. At the Showcases, they share their concepts, take part in a friendly academic competition and celebrate the winners and runners-up. Many are already thinking about how to improve their ideas for the next year before they even walk out the door.

Behind the scenes, this event takes months to plan. For much of the year it lived in calendars, spreadsheets, emails and planning calls. Managing those aspects of the program dominated my days. To make the event feel seamless for students, I worked with TDSB, TCS and our host venues. Together, we coordinated judges, volunteers, transportation, food, medals and a complex, staggered agenda.

As many as 250 students present ideas at these TDSB year-end events, so we group students by age and run separate showcases. While one group pitches, the other completes a goIT module on emerging technologies. In recent years, participants have also had the chance to meet “Furhat,” TCS’ AI robot, delighting in his capabilities and learn more about artificial intelligence during their “off time.”

It is a lot to coordinate, but the energy in the room makes it all worthwhile. You can see students gaining confidence as they explain their ideas, answer questions and realize that adult tech industry professionals take their work seriously.

When I first stepped into this role, I understood goIT as an educator. I knew it could give students a clear introduction to the innovation and design process, a reason to think beyond the classroom and the confidence to use technology to solve real problems.

Over time, I also came to understand what it gives teachers. The TCS-TDSB partnership has never been about dropping a program into classrooms for a few days. It has been about building a supported, year-round learning experience that connects digital innovation, global citizenship, computer science and the UN Sustainable Development Goals in ways students can sustain. It provides:

• Ready-to-use learning experiences
• A structure for design thinking and digital innovation
• Connections to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Exposure to industry volunteers and real-world feedback
• Opportunities for students to practice communication and teamwork

Across the showcases and classroom experiences I supported, students showed how quickly they can connect solutions and technology to the world around them. Their ideas addressed food waste, hunger, mental health, cultural understanding and environmental responsibility, among many others.

Several digital innovation concepts proposed by goIT participants — FeedSecure, Oceanus and Penguin Prep — stand out in my mind for how students used goIT to turn personal concerns into practical, creative problem-solving. FeedSecure focused on tackling food waste and hunger. Oceanus helped users operate ocean cleanup drones. Penguin Prep helped students maintain momentum during teacher absences.

I also still think about the Grade 5 student who looked around a 25th-floor conference room at TCS Pace Port™ Toronto and said she wanted to do this “forever” as her career.

These moments stay with me because they show what happens when students begin to see technology as something they can shape, not just use. They also remind me why representation matters. When younger students, including girls who may not yet see themselves in STEM or technology careers, watch their peers pitch with confidence, the future can feel more accessible.

The topics change each year, but the pattern is consistent: students notice real problems, ask meaningful questions and build thoughtful digital solutions.

I am proud of the programs I managed, but even more grateful for the educators who opened their classrooms, the TCS volunteers who brought encouragement and a real-world perspective, and the students who reminded me why this work matters.

At each Showcase, students practice research, teamwork, design thinking and public speaking in front of authentic audiences. When a volunteer judge asks a thoughtful question, that brief exchange can help a student see that their idea belongs in a larger conversation about the future. It’s empowering.

Returning to the classroom feels less like leaving goIT behind and more like carrying it forward. I am returning to school with a stronger belief in what students can do when we create the right conditions for curiosity, creativity and confidence. I also return with the hope that more students will see technology as a way to serve their communities and imagine their own futures.

Congratulations to all the young innovators of goIT, past and future. As the world around us changes so rapidly, I am 100% sure of one thing: that they will continue to amaze and impress. They are all potential changemakers, capable, creative and needed.

My message to them is simple: Get out there and do it! Go innovate together!

To learn more about goIT, visit https://tcsempowers.tcsapps.com/amer/goIT

Originally published on Kenvue.com

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We are proud that in the U.K., Nicorette® Quick Mist® became the first medicine licensed for vaping cessation in 2023, and in 2025 that indication expanded across the full Nicorette® portfolio in the UK. The brand is also supporting public health dialogue on youth nicotine addiction and cessation policy.

Smoking remains a leading preventable cause of death in the U.K., while vaping, especially among young people and non-smokers continues to raise public health concerns. Nicorette® has also supported the report Endgame: Managing the Disposable Vapes Ban and the Journey to a Smokefree Future, helping to advance dialogue on youth nicotine addiction and modern cessation policy. This work is informed by Kenvue’s focus on enabling healthier outcomes for people and communities.

We are proud to engage in public health dialogue across Europe. In 2025, we joined discussions with the World Health Organization, the European Network for Smoking and Tobacco Prevention, and European Union policymakers on youth nicotine addiction and the need for public health frameworks that reflect today’s changing nicotine landscape.

What’s next for Nicorette® in Europe?

Whether adults are trying to quit cigarettes or vaping (where licensed) Nicorette® aims to provide trusted support that can help them make lasting change. Guided by Kenvue’s Healthy Lives Mission, the brand continues to focus on expanding access to cessation support and contributing to public health efforts across Europe.

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DAVIDSON, N.C., August 25, 2026 /3BL/ – Trane – by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, today announced further advancements in how complex AI and data center infrastructure is designed, engineered and built. Trane® Data Center Reference Kits are now available within Autodesk® Revit® and Autodesk Forma®, representing the first system-level data center thermal management reference kits across both platforms. Access to Trane’s thermal management reference designs within these industry-standard platforms for building design and early-stage planning will help project teams collaborate more seamlessly, reduce duplicate modeling, and support more efficient delivery across next-generation AI factories.

The new Reference Kits draw on Trane Technologies’ thermal management reference design work for large-scale AI and data center environments, including recent design optimizations and expanded Trane Continuum Rubin DSX reference designs. Available within Autodesk workflows, they provide design, engineering and delivery teams with a shared set of project resources from early design through commissioning, helping reduce disconnected handoffs and supporting more coordinated model review, issue management and stakeholder alignment.

“As the demand for AI infrastructure accelerates globally, the industry needs more connected and intelligent ways to design and deliver next-generation data centers,” said Nicolas Mangon, VP, AEC Industry Strategy at Autodesk. “By leveraging Forma and Revit workflows alongside Trane’s data center reference designs and energy modeling capabilities, project teams can collaborate earlier, make more informed decisions, and help deliver more sustainable, high-performance facilities faster.”

“Our role as a technology partner is to help customers accelerate the delivery of high-performing, efficient infrastructure,” said Oakley Roberts, President of Data Centers, Trane Technologies. “Making Trane’s Data Center Reference Kits available in Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Forma brings thermal strategy into the workflows where key design decisions are made, enabling project teams to move with speed and confidence. By addressing thermal strategy early, we can unlock new levels of performance and sustainability together.”

The Data Center Reference Kits build on the previously announced integration of Trane TRACE^® software integration with Revit to help accelerate and simplify sustainable building design. That collaboration brings Trane’s HVAC design and energy analysis expertise into Autodesk’s BIM workflows, helping architects and engineers analyze earlier, reduce duplicate modeling effort, and make more informed, data-driven decisions.

Together, these efforts extend Trane Technologies and Autodesk’s collaboration into AI factory and data center design, helping teams better align performance, sustainability and delivery goals across increasingly complex project environments.

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About Trane 
Trane® – by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator – creates comfortable, energy efficient indoor environments for commercial and residential applications. For more information, please visit trane.com.

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By Phoebe James

Entergy Louisiana was honored for its commitment to strengthening communities during the Capital Area United Way (CAUW) Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon, where company leaders and employees were recognized for their service, leadership and philanthropic impact.

This annual event celebrates organizations, volunteers and community leaders whose dedication helps advance Capital Area United Way’s mission of improving lives across the region.

Jody Montelaro, Entergy Louisiana vice president of public affairs, welcomed attendees and highlighted the importance of collaboration in creating stronger, more resilient communities. Cheri Ausberry, Entergy Louisiana customer service manager and outgoing Capital Area United Way Board Chair, reflected on her tenure, sharing remarks on the organization’s accomplishments and the collective impact made possible through dedicated volunteers, community partners and supporters.

During the event, Entergy Louisiana received the Impact Partner Award, recognizing the company for its extraordinary dedication and commitment to the community. This award honors organizations that respond to the evolving needs of clients and communities, exemplify collaboration and best practices, and create lasting, measurable impact.

Ausberry was also presented with the Chairman’s Award, which recognizes the Capital Area United Way Board Chair for outstanding commitment, leadership, dedication and service to the organization throughout their term.

In addition, Entergy Louisiana was recognized as one of the Top 10 Annual Campaign companies for employee giving, reflecting the generosity of employees who continue to support initiatives that improve the quality of life for individuals and families across the Capital Area.

These recognitions underscore our ongoing commitment to making a meaningful difference through employee engagement, volunteerism and partnerships that help build stronger communities. By working alongside organizations like Capital Area United Way, Entergy employees continue to power more than electricity—they help power opportunity, hope and lasting positive change.

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August 25, 2026 /3BL/ – Today Chemours released its 2025 Sustainability Report highlighting progress across responsible manufacturing, climate action, safety, supply chain engagement, and community investment while showcasing how the company is using science, technology, and continuous improvement to advance its sustainability priorities.

“Our sustainability strategy is delivering tangible results while creating long-term value for the company and its stakeholders,” said Kathy O’Keefe, Chemours Chief Sustainability Officer. “The progress reflected in this year’s report demonstrates how responsible manufacturing, operational excellence, and innovation can work together to reduce our environmental footprint, strengthen our business, and help our customers meet their own sustainability goals. While important work remains, the progress highlighted in this report reflects the dedication of our teams and our commitment to turn ambition into action by delivering solutions that support our customers, communities, and other stakeholders.”

2025 Sustainability Progress Highlights:

• Achieved an 80% reduction in air and water process emissions of fluorinated organic chemicals (FOCs) since 2018, on track toward the company’s goal of reducing FOC process emissions by 99% or more by 2030.
• Reduced Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 57% since 2018, advancing toward the company’s target of a 60% reduction by 2030.
• Reduced absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% since 2018, supported in part by increased adoption of Opteon™ low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants.
• Recorded zero Tier 1 process safety events and zero distribution safety incidents in 2025 and launched our new “We Strive for Zero” safety aspiration, establishing a clearer, enterprise-wide vision for safety performance.

Beyond these results, the report highlights how Chemours is applying chemistry, innovation, and collaboration to help address complex challenges for customers, communities, and society, including:

• Advancing emissions detection, measurement, and abatement technologies that support one of the world’s most ambitious fluorinated organic compound reduction goals while helping drive broader progress across industry.
• Helping customers reduce emissions and support the growing demands of AI infrastructure through advanced cooling technologies, including Opteon™ low GWP refrigerants for chillers and two-phase liquid cooling solutions designed to improve energy efficiency and reduce water use.

To read the full 2025 Sustainability Report, visit https://www.chemours.com/en/sustainability.