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TAMPA, Fla., September 3, 2025 /3BL/ – Forbes has recognized leading aluminum beverage can manufacturer Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCK) (Crown) (www.crowncork.com) as the top packaging company on track to achieve net-zero carbon emissions on its third annual list of Net Zero Leaders. Out of 200 companies evaluated for emissions projections, risk management, financial strength, governance, and organizational preparedness within the context of their diverse industries, Crown ranked 22^nd, making it one of the top performers overall.

“Crown’s recognition as one of Forbes’ Net Zero Leaders for 2025 is truly a testament to the hard work and dedication of our global team members who are driving consistent, notable progress toward our sustainability goals,” said Timothy Donahue, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Crown Holdings.

Crown fosters its net zero target pledge through its Twentyby30™ initiative, which was established in 2020 as a comprehensive roadmap for the Company’s progress. Originally designed to advance in areas where Crown can make the most impact, the program includes core objectives centered around emissions reductions and other environmental issues like water preservation, recycling, and ethical sourcing. Today, Twentyby30 continues to inspire new innovations toward all aspects of sustainability.

“Sustainability has always been at the core of Crown’s business, and that mindset is visible in our progress toward our carbon footprint reduction. Alongside our other sustainability initiatives, our net zero target fosters ingenuity and innovation at our facilities and in our upstream and downstream partnerships,” said Sandrine Duquerroy-Delesalle, Vice President of Global Sustainability & External Affairs at Crown. “As we continue to move closer to achieving our goals, we are honored to be among respected peers on Forbes’ Net Zero Leaders list, and hope that together our organizations can make a difference in safeguarding our planet.”

More details around Crown’s efforts are available in its recently released 2024 Sustainability Report “Built to Last,” which shares measurable data on the Company’s sustainability progress and celebrates environmental and social goals already achieved or surpassed.

To learn more about Crown’s sustainability initiatives, visit https://www.crowncork.com/sustainability.

About Crown Holdings, Inc. 
Crown Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, as well as transit and protective packaging products, equipment and services to a broad range of end markets. World headquarters are located in Tampa, Florida. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.

For editorial inquiries: Colby Wilson (crownholdings@marathonstrategies.com).

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Except for historical information, all other information in this press release consists of forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities law. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause the statements made in this release or the actual results of operations or financial condition of the Company to differ are discussed under the caption “Forward Looking Statements” in the Company’s Form 10-K Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2024 and in subsequent filings. The Company does not intend to review or revise any particular forward-looking statement in light of future events.

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Winnipeg, MB – Le mardi 2 septembre 2025 /3BL/ – Au cours de la dernière année, CertainTeed Gypse Winnipeg a mené un projet de durabilité innovant visant à conserver l’eau et l’énergie lors de la production de panneaux de gypse. Ce projet unique a permis de réduire la consommation d’eau de 3 %, de diminuer les émissions de CO₂ (portées 1 et 2) de 5,6 tonnes par an sur le site et de réduire la consommation d’énergie de près de 25 millions de kWh par an.

“Chez Saint-Gobain Canada, notre équipe s’efforce chaque jour de fabriquer et de livrer des produits de la plus haute qualité à l’industrie de la construction tout en réfléchissant activement à l’impact de nos actions », déclare Jean-Claude Lasserre, PDG, Canada, Saint-Gobain. « Avec ce projet transformateur, notre équipe de CertainTeed Gypse Winnipeg s’est mobilisée pour relever un défi qui aura un impact durable significatif sur notre travail, l’environnement et nos clients.”

Propulsé par l’innovation

En 2024, l’équipe de CertainTeed Gypse Winnipeg a entrepris un projet pour réduire significativement l’utilisation d’eau – un élément essentiel de la production de panneaux de gypse – ainsi que la quantité d’énergie consommée lors du processus d’évaporation et de séchage. Avant le projet, seulement un tiers de l’eau ajoutée lors de la production était retenu dans le produit, tandis que le reste était évaporé lors du processus de séchage, entraînant une consommation d’énergie élevée et une inefficacité.

Grâce à un processus itératif, l’équipe a identifié une ligne de produit clé, le panneau CertainTeed Type X de 5/8, pour réaliser des essais afin d’ajuster le ratio eau-stuc (appelé la jauge d’eau), tout en travaillant à obtenir le même niveau de qualité que les clients attendent du produit. L’équipe a agi sur plusieurs fronts pour atteindre les objectifs qu’elle s’était fixés :

• Optimisation de la recette : Après plusieurs phases d’essai, l’équipe de Winnipeg a pu réduire la jauge d’eau, atteignant une réduction de 3 %, ce qui représente plus de 240 000 gallons d’eau consommés en moins par an;
• Mise à niveau technologique : De plus, en remplaçant les compteurs de débit magnétiques par les dernières technologies, des compteurs de débit Coriolis, l’équipe a amélioré la précision de la mesure de l’eau, ce qui a entraîné moins de variabilité dans le rejet d’eau et les extrants;
• Économies d’énergie : Avec un contenu en eau plus faible dans le produit, le processus a réduit la charge d’évaporation dans les séchoirs, diminuant ainsi la consommation d’énergie de près de 25 millions de kWh – assez pour alimenter plus de 6 000 voitures électriques par an – et économisant plus de 280 000 $ en coûts énergétiques annuels;
• Émissions de carbone : Grâce à ce nouveau processus mis en œuvre et à d’autres actions, l’installation a mesuré une réduction des émissions de carbone de 5,6 tonnes/an de CO₂ (portées 1 et 2) ;
• Gains d’efficacité de production : Le nouveau processus a également augmenté la vitesse de la ligne et la productivité de 5 %.

Le projet dirigé par l’équipe de Winnipeg est une meilleure pratique et une étude de cas qui inspire des initiatives similaires de réduction de l’utilisation de l’eau en cours d’exploration et de déploiement dans les installations de CertainTeed à Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto et Montréal.

Un engagement clair vers notre objectif zéro carbone

En raison de son approche innovante et de ses résultats exceptionnels, le projet a été reconnu par le biais du Prix en développement durable 2025 de Saint-Gobain Amérique du Nord. Les Prix en développement durable de Saint-Gobain Amérique du Nord sont une reconnaissance annuelle à travers la région nord-américaine qui met de l’avant des processus innovants dans quatre catégories au sein des différentes unités d’affaires en matière de gestion des déchets, de l’utilisation de l’eau, de la consommation d’énergie et de la réduction du carbone.

Les innovations sélectionnées visent à soutenir le plan ambitieux du Groupe d’atteindre zéro émission nette de carbone d’ici 2050, qui inclut également des étapes telles que la réduction de l’eau industrielle prélevée par l’entreprise de 50 % d’ici 2030 (par rapport à une référence de 2017).

Cette dernière innovation durable survient également alors que Saint-Gobain travaille à finaliser des mises à niveau d’électrification de son installation CertainTeed Gypse à Sainte-Catherine, QC, faisant d’elle la première usine de panneaux de gypse zéro carbone (portées 1 et 2) en Amérique du Nord et la plus grande au monde.

À propos de CertainTeed

Avec des solutions de construction innovantes rendues possibles grâce à son offre complète de produits intérieurs et extérieurs, CertainTeed transforme la manière dont l’industrie construit. En tant que leaders en sciences de la construction et en construction durable, CertainTeed facilite plus que jamais la création d’espaces performants et écoénergétiques pour vivre, travailler et se divertir, afin qu’ensemble nous puissions faire du monde une maison plus belle et plus durable.

Filiale de Saint-Gobain, l’une des plus grandes et des plus anciennes entreprises de produits de construction au monde, CertainTeed compte plus de 6 900 employés et plus de 60 installations de fabrication à travers les États-Unis et le Canada. http://www.certainteed.com/

À propos de Saint-Gobain

Leader mondial de la construction durable, Saint-Gobain conçoit, produit et distribue des matériaux et services pour les marchés de l’habitat et de l’industrie. Développées dans une dynamique d’innovation permanente, ses solutions intégrées pour la rénovation des bâtiments publics et privés, la construction légère et la décarbonation du monde de la construction et de l’industrie apportent durabilité et performance. Le Groupe, qui fête en 2025 ses 360 ans, est plus que jamais guidé par sa raison d’être FAIRE DU MONDE UNE MAISON PLUS BELLE ET PLUS DURABLE.

46,6 milliards d’euros de chiffre d’affaires en 2024 
Plus de 161 000 collaborateurs, présence dans 80 pays 
Engagé à être zéro émission nette de carbone d’ici 2050

Contact pour les médias seulement:
Alexandre Lainesse
Responsable des relations publiques, Canada, Saint-Gobain Amérique du Nord
alexandre.lainesse@saint-gobain.com
514-973-1187

WINNIPEG, MB, September 3, 2025 /3BL/ – Over the past year, CertainTeed Gypsum Winnipeg has spearheaded an innovative sustainability project to conserve water and energy use during gypsum wallboard production. This unique project resulted in reducing water consumption by 3%, decreasing CO₂ emissions (scopes 1 and 2) by 5.6 tons per year for the site and decreasing energy consumption by nearly 25 million kWh per year.

“At Saint-Gobain Canada, our team is striving every day to manufacture and deliver the highest quality of product to the construction industry while actively reflecting on the impact of our actions,” shares Jean-Claude Lasserre, CEO, Canada, Saint-Gobain. “With this transformative project, our whole CertainTeed Gypsum Winnipeg team came together to solve a challenge that will have a significant sustainable impact on our work, the environment and our customers.”

Driven by innovation

In 2024 the CertainTeed Gypsum Winnipeg team embarked on a journey to significantly reduce overall water use – an essential component of gypsum wallboard production – as well as the amount of energy consumed during the evaporation and drying process. Prior to the project, only one-third of the water added in production was retained in the product, while the rest was evaporated in the drying process, leading to high energy consumption and inefficiency.

Through an iterative process, the team identified a key product line, the CertainTeed 5/8 Type X board, to conduct trials to adjust the water-to-stucco ratio (known as water gauge), while working to obtain the same level of quality the clients expect from the product. The team acted on several fronts to reach the goals they sought:

• Recipe optimization: After several trial phases, the Winnipeg team was able to reduce the water gauge, achieving a 3% reduction, resulting in over 240,000 less gallons of water used per year;
• Technology upgrade: Additionally, by replacing the magnetic flow meters with the latest technology, Coriolis flow meters, the team improved water measurement accuracy, resulting in less water discharge variability and waste;
• Energy savings: With lower water content in the product, the process has a reduced dryer evaporation load, decreasing energy consumption by nearly 25 million kWh – enough to power over 6,000 electric cars yearly – and saving over $280K in energy costs yearly;
• Carbon emissions: With this newly implemented process and other actions, the facility measured reduced carbon emissions of 5.6 tons/year of CO₂ (scopes 1 and 2)
• Production efficiency gains: The new process also increased line speed and increased productivity by 5%.

The project led by the Winnipeg team is a best practice and case study that is inspiring similar water usage reduction initiatives being explored and deployed at CertainTeed’s facilities in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal.

A clear commitment towards our net zero carbon journey 

Due to its innovative approach and outstanding results, the project was recognized through Saint-Gobain North America’s 2025 Sustainable Development Award. The Saint-Gobain North America Sustainable Development Awards is an annual recognition through the North American region that highlights innovative processes in four categories across the various business units to either manage waste, water usage, energy consumption and carbon reduction.

Selected innovations are aimed at supporting the Group’s ambitious plan of being net zero carbon by 2050, which also includes milestones such as reducing the company’s industrial water withdrawal by 50% by 2030 (from a 2017 baseline).

This latest sustainable innovation also comes as Saint-Gobain works on completing electrification upgrades to its Montreal CertainTeed Gypsum facility in Sainte-Catherine, QC, making it North America’s first and the world’s largest zero-carbon (scopes 1 and 2) wallboard plant.

About CertainTeed

With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home. 

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€46.6 billion in sales in 2024
More than 161,000 employees, locations in 80 countries 
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Contact for media only:
Alexandre Lainesse
Public Relations Manager, Canada, Saint-Gobain North America
alexandre.lainesse@saint-gobain.com
514-973-1187

Program invites guests sailing across six of company’s world-class cruise lines to donate spare change from casino winnings, joining the company and its team members to support nonprofit organizations

MIAMI, September 3, 2025 /3BL/ – Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced its onboard casino donation program, together with support from Carnival Foundation, has raised $250,000 to date for World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate and community crises.

Launched in 2022, the company’s “Keep the Change” program invites guests sailing on six of its world-class cruise lines to share a small portion of their casino winnings by cashing out their dollars won and donating the remaining one to 99 cents of spare change to an important cause. Guests are also welcome to join Carnival Corporation and its team members in making any additional contributions to charity. Proceeds from the program collected across Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises and Seabourn sailings during the last three years have gone to World Central Kitchen to help fund their ongoing meal relief efforts supporting people affected by humanitarian, climate and community crises around the world.

“Our goal is to always offer the best possible gaming experience for our guests, and seeing so many enthusiastically support such a worthy cause while having an extraordinary time onboard is incredibly rewarding for our entire team,” said Marty Goldman, senior vice president of global gaming at Carnival Corporation. “Our guests, team members and communities are the primary motivation behind everything we do here at Carnival Corporation, so we appreciate our guests joining us in this effort.”

This latest donation milestone builds on Carnival Corporation’s long-standing partnership with World Central Kitchen. In addition to the company’s Keep the Change program, it has supported several relief efforts through the nonprofit, including a donation that helped fund free hot meals to emergency workers, first responders and families affected by the California wildfires in 2025. The company has also contributed to World Central Kitchen’s on-the-ground hurricane relief efforts over the years, most recently donating in support of communities impacted by Hurricane Helene in 2024. These contributions and its ongoing casino donation program underscore Carnival Corporation’s commitment to championing and giving back to the communities and destinations it visits, both regularly and in times of need.

“Our mission at World Central Kitchen is made possible by incredible allies like Carnival Corporation, its cruise lines and all of the generous guests sailing on board,” said Tunde Wackman, chief development officer at World Central Kitchen. “Their kindness allows us to continue providing vital, nourishing meals to communities in need during crisis responses around the world, and we are grateful for their support.”

Across Carnival Corporation’s eight world-class cruise lines, its onboard casinos are packed with energy, excitement and rewards, and guests can enjoy a wide range of entertaining gaming action at sea, including slots, table games and a variety of other exciting gaming options. Whether a casual player or a seasoned high-roller, the company’s casinos offer guests an opportunity for gaming action in a thrilling, yet relaxing environment. And with Carnival Corporation’s Responsible Gaming program, the company empowers guests to play smart and make responsible choices.

Supporting World Central Kitchen complements Carnival Corporation’s wider “Less Left Over” strategy committed to reducing food waste and loss across its world-class cruise lines while supporting local communities, including donating high-quality meals to a growing network of food banks around the world. Together, these efforts combat food insecurity and meet crucial community needs with a full-circle approach, empowering the company, team members and guests to participate in this vital mission.

About Carnival Corporation & plc

Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest global cruise company and among the largest leisure travel companies, with a portfolio of world-class cruise lines – AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn.

For more information, please visit www.carnivalcorp.com, www.aida.de, www.carnival.com, www.costacruises.com, www.cunard.com, www.hollandamerica.com, www.pocruises.com, www.princess.com, and www.seabourn.com.

To learn more about Carnival Corporation’s purpose and our positive impact worldwide on people and the planet, go to www.carnivalcorp.com/impact/.

Carnival Corporation Media Contacts:

Jody Venturoni, Carnival Corporation, jventuroni@carnival.com

Janna Rowell, Carnival Corporation, jrowell@carnival.com

FedEx hurricane relief: responding to Helene and Milton

In fall 2024, Hurricanes Helene (Category 4) and Milton (Category 3) struck Florida’s Gulf Coast within weeks of each other, causing widespread flooding and power outages affecting over three million people across the Southeast.

FedEx mobilized quickly, using our logistics network and relationships with humanitarian organizations to deliver critical aid to impacted communities.
We supported the following organizations as part of these efforts: Rise Against Hunger, ShelterBox USA, Direct Relief, Water Mission, Heart to Heart International, ASPCA, Team Rubicon, World Central Kitchen, American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and International Medical Corps.

Immediate relief efforts

• Water and power: We expedited 375 generators to Western North Carolina and transported water treatment systems capable of treating 10,000 gallons daily—enough for 5,000 people.
   
• Food and nutrition: FedEx donated canteen trucks serving thousands of meals to survivors across five states.
   
• Medical assistance: We delivered 68,300 hygiene kits, and over $11 million in medications and supplies, including shipments to 100 healthcare facilities. We also funded and delivered 279 emergency medical backpacks each supporting up to 500 people.

Beyond the immediate crisis

• Shelter solutions: We shipped 96 tents for displaced residents in North Carolina.
• Animal welfare: We transported kennels and supplies for pets affected by the disasters.
• Communications support: Teams delivered equipment to field volunteers, enabling coordination in areas with damaged infrastructure.

Because of FedEx support, we could act quickly when it mattered most, ensuring that essential supplies reached those who needed them without delay. Your partnership continues to be a vital part of our disaster response efforts, and we truly appreciate all that you do to help communities in crisis.

Jennifer Tossie
GIK Manager, Rise Against Hunger

Red Cross communications preparations for Hurricane Milton

Before Hurricane Milton struck Florida, Red Cross Technology teams deployed satellite receivers and equipment to shelters in the storm’s projected path with the help of FedEx. This proactive measure established communication channels that remained functional during widespread power outages and connectivity failures, allowing disaster response teams to coordinate effectively, and shelter residents to stay connected throughout the emergency.

FedEx hero delivers for Jamaica

When Hurricane Beryl devastated Jamaica, FedEx responded to deliver urgent humanitarian aid. Our response was led by Jorge Palacios, a Miami-based FedEx project engineer with personal hurricane response experience.

Jorge coordinated delivery of over 2,000 wound care kits and hygiene supplies to Jamaica on behalf of International Medical Corps. His FedEx operations and regional expertise ensured the critical supplies reached those in need despite complex logistical challenges.

“It’s my pleasure and honor to assist those in need during this crisis. I have been on the other side (living in Puerto Rico) and understand the needs and the urgency,” Jorge said.

Jorge’s commitment exemplifies the spirit of Delivering for Good: providing essential aid when it’s needed most. As natural disasters continue to threaten our neighbors and communities, FedEx stands ready with dedicated employees like Jorge.

A global model for infrastructure resilience

Our 15-year support of the Community and Port Resiliency Program (C-PReP) has been pivotal in transforming this Outreach Aid to the Americas (OAA) program into an internationally recognized crisis response training initiative. The program plays a critical role in ensuring airports remain operational during disasters through readiness training, enabling delivery of lifesaving medicines, supplies, and equipment, ultimately saving thousands of lives.

In a significant advancement, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has now formally integrated C-PReP into its global framework through CIFAL Miami Center, a partnership with OAA and Florida International University (FIU). This milestone extends the program’s reach and impact worldwide by leveraging the UN’s extensive network. Together, these organizations will keep vital infrastructure functioning when communities need it most.

Direct Relief and FedEx: 15 years of saving lives

FedEx volunteer assists with ribbon cutting event marking the donation of a mobile canteen by FedEx

For 15 years, FedEx has powered Direct Relief’s emergency medical backpack program, equipping healthcare workers responding to disasters and serving vulnerable populations. To date, 15,000 backpacks with essential medical supplies have reached 63 countries and all U.S. states.

“Direct Relief is deeply grateful to FedEx for its support of emergency response efforts around the world, including equipping first responders with lifesaving equipment and supplies,” said Dr. Byron Scott, interim CEO of Direct Relief.

These packs have been a lifeline during the Maui wildfire, Turkey-Syria earthquake, Hurricane Beryl, and countless other crises. Beyond emergencies, they enable “backpack-based medicine” for organizations like Santa Barbara Street Medicine, which provided care to nearly 9,000 unhoused individuals last year.

We’ve formed a powerful collaboration [with Direct Relief] that delivers critical aid exactly where and when it’s needed most.

April Britt
Director, FedEx Global Citizenship

25th mobile canteen donated to The Salvation Army

FedEx donated its 25th mobile canteen to The Salvation Army in St. Marys, Georgia, just ahead of Hurricane Debby, which caused massive destruction across the region.

The Salvation Army uses mobile canteens to bring relief to people in crisis. Responding to hurricanes and floods, fires and blizzards, the mobile kitchens are a constant presence, offering hot meals, clean water, and a sense of comfort.

FedEx donated its first mobile canteen in 2006, and these vehicles have been hard at work ever since. They have provided disaster relief in 18 U.S. cities and seven countries, including the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Baltimore, hurricanes in Florida, serving people in need, and unhoused people in communities across the U.S.

The Salvation Army is truly a shining light in our community and around the world. FedEx is incredibly honored to stand alongside them.

Chad Behymer
District Sales Manager, FedEx

Learn more about disaster readiness, relief, and recovery in FedEx’s 2024 FedEx Cares report

Originally published on 3M News Center

The 10 finalists for the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge have spent the summer working with 3M scientist mentors to refine their projects ahead of the final contest at the 3M Innovation Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, Oct. 13-14.

An exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist is one of the perks of being named a finalist in the Young Scientist Challenge finalist. It’s the nation’s premier middle school science competition from 3M and Discovery Education, giving students in grades 5-8 a chance to compete for a $25,000 grand prize and the title of “America’s Top Young Scientist.”

For many of this year’s finalists, who range in age from 11 to 14, these exclusive mentorships have been a transformative experience, helping them bring their scientific solutions to life. Their remarkable journeys are documented in a series of vlog posts published throughout the summer.

• Shrey Arora, who created FreshMate, a smart refrigerator device that tracks food expiration dates to reduce food waste, expressed thanks in his vlog for the help from his mentor, Lalitha Ganapatibhotla, an advanced product development specialist at 3M. “Being given the opportunity to work with a real scientist has helped me in so many ways,” Shrey said. “My mentor has helped me through refining my idea, exploring how to build a working prototype, and giving me the resources I need, and even thinking about how my idea and my project can impact the world.”
• Divyam Desai, mentored by Dr. Caitlin Race, a research specialist at 3M, built a smart irrigation system that monitors soil moisture around buildings and waters each zone only as needed to conserve water and prevent foundation damage. “My 3M mentorship has been absolutely instrumental in the progress of my report,” Divyam said. “She has been tirelessly guiding me through all of the major steps I’ve taken to improve my system, offering valuable feedback and support every step of the way.”
• Kiyara Gunawardena, working with Ann Gilman, an advanced research specialist at 3M, developed CORAL, a low-cost underwater robot that helps scientists monitor ocean health without needing divers. “My mentorship sessions are very interactive,” Kiyara said. “Every week we meet. We set goals and we also talk about different products we can use so that CORAL can be optimized.”
• Isha Marla, whose mentor is Rodrigo Marmol, a global portfolio manager at 3M, created AlginaFAB, a sustainable fabric made from seaweed and other natural ingredients that mimics the strength and flexibility of traditional textiles while breaking down easily in the environment. “Working with my mentor has really helped me move forward,” Isha said. “I already had a clear idea of where I wanted to take my project, but having someone with real world experience meant that my ideas were not out of reach.”
• Reanna Bhuyan Patel, mentored by Stephanie Owen, an expanded beam optics laboratory manager at 3M, developed a device that captures electricity from surrounding heat, offering a clean, low-cost energy source for communities with limited access to reliable power. “Through just this beginning, she has taught me how to use the knowledge around me through science to put forth amazing ideas and act on them,” Reanna said.
• Sheyna Patel, working with Deborah Isabelle, a product engineering specialist at 3M, created a non-toxic hydrogel to capture and break down microplastics in water. “Her guidance has helped me overcome obstacles and believe more in my ability to bring my project to life,” Sheyna said.
• Anirudh Rao, guided by Dr. Aditya Banerji, a 3M research specialist, developed a moisture-powered nano-generator for clean electricity. “Dr. Banerji didn’t just help me with the science part of my work,” Anirudh said. “He asked questions that I had not considered before.”
• Aniket Sarkar, working with Timothy Hebrink, a senior staff scientist at 3M, designed a low-cost moisture capturing system that pulls water from dry air to help farmers grow crops in arid regions. “My mentor encouraged me to expand a bit more on an old idea I had,” Aniket said.
• Amaira Srivastava, with the mentorship of Dr. Rohit Gupta, a product development specialist at 3M, created biodegradable cups infused with fruit peels to fight plastic waste. “The coolest part was being able to share and develop my project with my mentor,” Amaira said. “His mentorship is really making this experience unforgettable.”
• Kevin Tang, guided by Dr. Mark Gilbertson, a senior robotics and automation engineer, developed a real-time fall detection system that uses video analysis and smart alerts to protect older adults in their homes. “Having someone guide me has made a huge difference in my project,” Kevin said.

The 3M Young Scientist Challenge, now in its 18th year, continues to inspire young minds to apply STEM to real-world problems.

Former America’s Top Young Scientists have given TED Talks, filed patents, founded nonprofits, made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and exhibited at the White House Science Fair. These young innovators have also been named TIME Magazine’s Kid of the Year; featured in The New York Times Magazine, Forbes, and Business Insider; and appeared on national television programs such as Good Morning America, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and more.

In addition to the 10 finalists, 3M and Discovery Education also recently announced the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge 32 state merit winners and four honorable mention recipients.

In May, 3M and Discovery Education unveiled the recipients of the 2025 Alumni Grants Program, which supports past participants of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. This program provides funding for alumni to continue their original projects, develop new innovations aimed at improving the world, or promote science within their communities.

 

CLEVELAND, September 3, 2025 /3BL/ — KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) is helping clients take control of their financial futures with EasyUp^® , a tool that transforms everyday spending into meaningful savings. With every debit card purchase, EasyUp can be set up to automatically transfer a user-selected amount – up to $5 – into a linked KeyBank savings account, helping clients build savings and work toward a financial goal one transaction at a time. The tool reflects KeyBank’s ongoing commitment to delivering simple, effective solutions that help clients take control of their financial journeys. Since its launch in August 2019, EasyUp^® has helped KeyBank clients collectively save more than $182 million (as of July 31, 2025), with the average user saving $490 per year.

“EasyUp demonstrates that small, consistent actions can lead to meaningful financial progress over time. Available through KeyBank’s online and mobile banking platforms, EasyUp eliminates the need for manual transfers and helps clients stay on track without requiring major changes to their spending behavior,” said Jeannie Fanning, Director of Consumer Bank Relationship Growth at KeyBank.

The newly refreshed website highlights how easy EasyUp is for clients to use:

• Enrolling seamlessly. Clients can simply sign on to online banking or the KeyBank mobile app and select EasyUp in online banking under Tools or in the mobile app under More, then Tools. Next, they simply follow the prompts to add the designated checking and savings accounts and set the transfer amount.
• Saving while spending. With EasyUp, every time clients make a purchase with their KeyBank debit card, a pre-set amount of their money automatically moves from their KeyBank checking account to their KeyBank savings account. Clients set and manage the transfer amount – from 10¢ to $5.
• Reaching financial goals. Through EasyUp, clients can build their savings for an emergency fund, vacation, investing, or other goals. Another option clients have is to pay down their debt sooner by having their EasyUp money automatically sent as an extra monthly payment to a creditor.
• Taking control. Pausing, resuming and changing selections in EasyUp is simple. EasyUp allows clients to make changes in seconds – at any time – from adjusting the amount of the automatic transfer to changing account selections, and more.

Debit Card Purchases Unlock Relationship Benefits and Build Client Savings with EasyUp:

At KeyBank, clients can take advantage of relationship benefits with one simple requirement, using their eligible KeyBank checking account on five or more qualifying transactions a month. Debit card purchases count as qualifying monthly transactions under Key’s relationship benefits program. Therefore, if a client is enrolled in EasyUp, each debit card purchase not only automatically builds savings, but also counts toward the five monthly transactions needed to qualify for Key’s relationship benefits.

“To KeyBank, EasyUp is more than just a savings tool – it’s another way to help our clients wherever they are on their financial journeys. We keep our clients at the center of all that we do and seek to build enduring relationships. We’re committed to delivering practical solutions that address everyday financial challenges, empowering clients to achieve their financial goals and providing the advice clients need to take the next best financial step for their futures,” said Fanning.

To learn more about KeyBank’s products and services and move forward on your financial journey, visit key.com/easyup, key.com/relationship or find the nearest KeyBank branch.

ABOUT KEYCORP

In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit KeyBank Heritage Center. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $185 billion at June 30, 2025.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

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