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Chemours, a global chemistry company, is proud to announce that Joseph Martinko, President of Thermal & Specialized Solutions, has been awarded the 2025 Winthrop-Sears Medal by The Chemists’ Club. The award recognizes Martinko and his team’s vision, innovation, and entrepreneurial contributions to the chemical industry, particularly in advancing sustainable thermal management technologies through the commercialization of the Opteon™ low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and solutions used across the world’s largest industries.

“Joe and his team have been instrumental in positioning Chemours as a global leader in sustainable refrigerants and thermal management solutions,” said Dr. Roland Stefandl, president of The Chemists’ Club. “Their collective commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility, and customer-centered growth exemplifies the spirit of the Winthrop-Sears Medal.”

With more than 30 years of experience in the chemical industry—including over two decades in Chemours’ former fluoroproduct business—Martinko has held a range of global market, product, and regional leadership roles. Under Martinko’s leadership, the team has expanded its Opteon™ portfolio, delivering low GWP refrigerants and thermal solutions that support decarbonization across industries and applications—from air conditioners, heat pumps, and food storage, to medical devices, data centers, and transportation. Their strategic vision and collaboration has helped Chemours navigate complex regulatory landscapes, accelerate research and development, and forge key partnerships that have advanced the company’s mission to improve lives through trusted chemistry.

“I’m honored to receive this recognition from The Chemists’ Club on behalf of the entire Opteon™ team,” said Joseph Martinko, President of Thermal & Specialized Solutions at Chemours. “At Chemours, we believe in putting our customers first, working together as one team, and doing what’s right for people and the planet. This award reflects those values in action—and the dedication of our team to delivering solutions that truly make a difference.”

Martinko will be honored at The Chemists’ Club’s annual Egg Nog Dinner, held this year on December 11 at the New York Players Club. The Winthrop-Sears Medal, established in 1970, is presented annually to individuals whose achievements have significantly contributed to the vitality of the chemical industry and the betterment of society.

Learn more about Chemours and its Opteon™ portfolio at Chemours.com or Opteon.com.

About the Winthrop-Sears Medal
Named after two of America’s earliest chemical entrepreneurs—John Winthrop, Jr. and John Sears—the Winthrop-Sears Medal honors individuals who have demonstrated entrepreneurial excellence in the chemical industry. Past recipients include Linda Rendle (Clorox), Heinz Haller (Dow), William Wulfsohn (Ashland), and Mario Nappa (Chemours).

About The Chemists’ Club
Founded in 1898, The Chemists’ Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the chemical sciences. Its members include professionals and students from across the chemical industry, and it hosts programs that foster career development, networking, and scientific exchange. Learn more at www.thechemistsclub.org.

About The Chemours Company
The Chemours Company (NYSE: CC) is a global leader in providing industrial and specialty chemicals products for markets, including coatings, plastics, refrigeration and air conditioning, transportation, semiconductor and advanced electronics, general industrial, and oil and gas. Through our three businesses –Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials – we deliver application expertise and chemistry-based innovations that solve customers’ biggest challenges. Our flagship products are sold under prominent brands such as Opteon™, Freon™, Ti-Pure™, Nafion™, Teflon™, Viton™, and Krytox™. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware and listed on the NYSE under the symbol CC, Chemours has approximately 6,000 employees and 28 manufacturing sites and serves approximately 2,500 customers in approximately 110 countries. For more information, visit chemours.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

KeyBank Foundation has gifted $50,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven in support of its Environmental Program Budget, which aims to build five net zero homes for low- to moderate-income families over the next two years.

Net zero system homes are designed and built to produce as much energy as they consume. Benefits include:

• Lower utility costs, which makes home ownership more affordable.
• Lower environmental impact, due to reduced greenhouse emissions and use of fossil fuels.
• Greater health and comfort, with improved insulation and ventilation that offers better indoor air quality and stable temperatures.

“By supporting Habitat for Humanity, we’re investing in more than homes,” said Matt Hummel, Connecticut Market President, KeyBank. “We’re investing in stronger, more sustainable communities where families can thrive for generations.”

“For years, Habitat for Humanity has worked to combat the housing crisis by building decent, affordable houses alongside low-income, first-time homebuyers,” said Dennis Michels, Co-Executive Director & Director of Construction, Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven. “We’re grateful for KeyBank’s support and commitment to help us deliver on our future vision, which is to make environmentally friendly building systems a financially viable new standard for our communities and homebuyers.”

For more information, visit the Habitat for Humanity website at habitatgnh.org or call 203.785.0794.

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• 20 economic development organizations receive grants to boost Florida’s economy, workforce and business growth
• Since 2020, Duke Energy and its Foundation have provided nearly $2 million in grants to organizations in Florida in support of economic development

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., August 27, 2025 /3BL/ – Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation awarded $255,000 to 20 organizations focused on attracting businesses to the state, supporting Florida’s economy and developing workforce talent. In the last five years, Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation have provided $1.98 million in grants to organizations in Florida in support of economic development.

Why it matters: The grants fund a range of programs intended to help Florida’s counties enhance their competitiveness in attracting businesses, skilled workers and technological advancements. Each grant is connected to a specific strategy designed to make it easier to conduct business in Florida or promote career opportunities in high-demand industries.

Benefiting organizations include:

• Citrus County: $15,000 to enhance the Economic Development department’s website with more robust mapping and site database tools, improved RFP response tools and resources for creating digital, print and video materials.
   
• North Florida Economic Development Partnership Foundation, Inc.: $15,000 to create a matrix of grant programs to address infrastructure needs in 15 rural counties.
   
• Central Florida Development Council: $15,000 to attract jobs, support local businesses and align Polk County’s workforce and infrastructure investments with high-potential companies.

What they’re saying:

Melissa Seixas, president, Duke Energy Florida: “Florida’s economic strength instinctively makes our state a great place to establish and grow a business, so it’s our privilege to build upon these competitive advantages through innovative, strategic resource grants.”

Sean Malott, president and CEO, Central Florida Development Council: “This grant from Duke Energy will play a critical role in shaping the future of Polk County’s economy. By updating our target industry study, we will gain additional insights needed to continue attracting high-quality jobs, support local businesses and align Polk’s workforce and infrastructure investments with the industries that drive long-term growth. We are grateful for Duke Energy’s continued partnership in building a stronger, more resilient economic future for our community.”

A complete list of grant recipients can be found below, with additional program details listed here.

• Florida Economic Development Council Foundation
• Hernando County Office of Economic Development
• Citrus County Economic Development
• North Florida Economic Development Partnership Foundation, Inc.
• Pasco Economic Development Council Inc.
• Taylor County Development Authority
• Lake Economic Area Development Partnership
• Florida’s Great Northwest Foundation, Inc.
• Wakulla County Board of County Commission
• Orlando Economic Partnership
• Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership Foundation
• Team Volusia Economic Development Council
• FloridaMakes, Inc.
• Haines City Economic Development Council
• Highlands County Economic Development
• Winter Haven Economic Development Council
• Levy County Board of County Commissioners
• Apalachee Regional Planning Council
• Seminole County Economic Development
• Central Florida Development Council

For more information about Duke Energy Foundation, please visit duke-energy.com/community/duke-energy-foundation/Florida.

Duke Energy Florida

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

Duke Energy Foundation

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

Duke Energy

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious energy transition, keeping customer reliability and value at the forefront as it builds a smarter energy future. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables and energy storage.

More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, and visit illumination for stories about the people and innovations powering our energy transition.

Media contact: Laitin Sterling
Media line: 800.559.3853

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When Brazil’s Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, visited DP World in Santos this August, it wasn’t just another ceremony marking the start of construction. It was a moment that captured the intersection of infrastructure growth, supply chain resilience, and environmental stewardship – three forces shaping the future of trade in Brazil.

Expanding Brazil’s Gateway to the World

The Port of Santos is the beating heart of Brazil’s logistics network. By 2026, DP World’s latest expansion will add 190 meters of quay to the terminal — 40 meters dedicated to pulp exports and 150 meters to container operations. This extension will push capacity to 1.7 million TEUs per year, a critical boost for a port that already handled 1.25 million TEUs in 2024, up 14% from the year before.

For Fabio Siccherino, CEO of DP World in Brazil, the expansion is about more than numbers:

“This project strengthens the competitiveness of the Port of Santos while ensuring greater capacity, efficiency, and sustainability to support multiple supply chains.”

The investment is part of Brazil’s Growth Acceleration Program (PAC) and builds on more than BRL 3 billion DP World has already directed into technology and infrastructure at Santos since 2013.

A Terminal That Grows — and Protects

Growth, however, brings responsibility. Ports are engines of commerce, but they’re also neighbors to ecosystems and communities. At Santos, DP World has made sustainability an equal priority to expansion.

Since the terminal’s early days, the company has invested nearly BRL 12 million across more than 30 environmental projects. One standout is the Aquatic Fauna Monitoring Program, a science-based initiative recognized by Brazil’s national environmental agency, Ibama. Over more than a decade, researchers have recorded 38 marine species thriving around the quay’s submerged pillars – proof that, with careful management, industrial infrastructure can coexist with marine biodiversity.

Sustainability at Santos also extends to operations. A Zero Landfill initiative ensures that waste is composted, recycled, or otherwise diverted from landfills. Investments in rail connectivity help shift cargo from trucks to trains, cutting emissions while easing congestion. Together, these efforts position DP World in Santos as a model for how ports can grow while reducing their footprint.

Beyond the Port: Building a Connected Brazil

DP World’s role in Brazil goes far beyond terminal operations. By integrating port services with freight forwarding, inland transportation, warehousing, and distribution, the company is creating a more resilient logistics ecosystem. That connectivity is critical not just for exporters of pulp and agricultural products, but also for manufacturers, retailers, and consumers who depend on efficient, predictable supply chains.

A Sustainable Vision for Trade

The Santos expansion is more than a local project – it reflects DP World’s global sustainability roadmap. From electrifying port equipment in Chile and Peru, to piloting hydrogen-powered cranes in Canada, the company is advancing toward its target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

DP World’s sustainability program, “Our World, Our Future”, provides the framework guiding these initiatives. Whether it’s restoring mangroves in Ecuador, achieving Green Marine certification in Canada, or investing in renewable energy across Latin America, the company is proving that trade and environmental stewardship can move forward together.

As DP World drives the first piles into the waters of Santos, the message is clear: ports are not just gateways for goods. They are platforms for innovation, responsibility, and growth. And at Santos, that future is already being built – pile by pile, shipment by shipment.

 

• Carbon Emissions: Logitech reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 53% and Scope 3 emissions by 13% against baseline years.
• Recycled Materials: Use of recycled plastic now implemented in 78% of all Logitech products, a 5% increase from last year.
• Renewable Energy: Logitech achieved 93% renewable electricity usage across its major offices and production facilities.

LAUSANNE, Switzerland and SAN JOSE, Calif., August 27, 2025 /3BL/ – Logitech International (SIX: LOGN) (Nasdaq: LOGI) today shared progress on its sustainability goals from its Fiscal Year 2025 impact highlights report.

This past fiscal year, Logitech cut its direct and indirect emissions (Scope 1 & 2) by 53 percent and its value chain emissions (Scope 3) by 13 percent against its baseline years^[1]. Carbon reduction programs across the company resulted in the elimination or avoidance of nearly 170,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2024.

“At Logitech, we know innovative, sustainable design matters to our customers.” said Hanneke Faber, CEO of Logitech. “By intentionally designing for sustainability – choosing lower-impact materials, reducing energy use, and cutting out waste at every turn – we are providing superior products and delivering measurable carbon footprint reductions. As our company grows, we will remain focused on delighting users while reducing absolute product carbon impact over the long-term.”

Designing for Sustainability

Logitech’s design process considers sustainability at every stage of product development: From design, to engineering, manufacturing, marketing and sales. In this year’s Sustainability Impact Highlights Report, the impact of ‘Designing for Sustainability’ is evident:

• Logitech’s “Next Life” recycled plastics program has scaled significantly, with 78 percent of all products now containing recycled materials^[2].
• Globally, 93 percent of Logitech’s electricity footprint comes from renewable purchases^[3]. In 2024, the company also helped 64 suppliers purchase renewable energy, to address more than 90,000 tCO₂e associated with supply chain manufacturing, the equivalent of 170,000+ MWh.
• Logitech increased its use of low-carbon or recycled aluminum to 48 percent of applicable products^[4].
• Logitech’s transition from plastic to paper for its hallmark mice category is nearly complete. This action removed an estimated 660 tonnes of plastic and avoided 6,000 tons of carbon dioxide from entering the air – the equivalent of eliminating the weight of 37+ million single-use water bottles annually^[5].
• 25 percent of all Logitech product packaging is now FSC^TM-certified,^[6] up from 19 percent last year.
• Logitech expanded its carbon transparency program with 84 percent of products now labeled with a third-party reviewed carbon footprint^[7].
• To design for longevity, Logitech now offers spare parts and repair guides for more than 20 products in more than 60 countries.

Inclusive by Design

Logitech’s sustainability efforts extend to social initiatives. The company continues to support programs like #WomenWhoMaster and Girls Who Code to enable women in technical fields. Through partnerships with organizations including AbleGamers Charity and Adaptive Action Sports, Logitech also works to create professional esports opportunities for gamers with disabilities.

More Information

More information on Logitech’s sustainability initiatives can be found in the FY25 Impact Highlights and on the website at Logitech.com/sustainability.

About Logitech

Logitech designs software-enabled hardware solutions that help businesses thrive and bring people together when working, creating and gaming. As the point of connection between people and the digital world, our mission is to extend human potential in work and play, in a way that is good for people and the planet. Founded in 1981, Logitech International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI). Find Logitech and its other brands, including Logitech G, at www.logitech.com or company blog.

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^{Logitech and other Logitech marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Logitech Europe S.A. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For more information about Logitech and its products, visit the company’s website at www.logitech.com.}
 

^{[1] Scope 1 & 2 baseline year is 2019; Scope 3 baseline year is 2021}

^{[2] Measured as the percentage of units shipped from 01 March 2025 to 31 March 2025, which incorporate post-consumer recycled plastic.}

^{[3] Renewable electricity footprint of production facility and Major Offices, as a percentage of total electricity footprint. Associated supplier emissions reductions calculated using established grid emission factors consistent with GHG Protocol accounting principles.}

^{[4] Measured as the percentage of products shipped from 01 March 2025 to 31 March 2025, which contain low carbon or recycled aluminum.}

^{[5] Based on the average weight of a 500 mL plastic water bottle = 17.7 grams: 660,000,000 grams/17.7 grams/bottle = 37,288,135.6 bottles}

^{[6] Measured as the percentage of units shipped from 01 March 2025 to 31 March 2025, for which all paper-based consumer packaging was FSCTM-certified.}

^{[7] Measured as the percentage of units shipped from 01 March 2025 to 31 March 31 2025.}

Editorial Contacts:

Marie Perriard, Head of Sustainability Communications – USA mperriard@logitech.com

Ben Starkie, Corporate Communications – Europe +41 (0) 79-292-3499

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom

This year marks the 30^th anniversary of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta — that’s three decades of partnership in creating miracles for children with cancers or blood disorders. To celebrate this milestone year, The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center is hosting the fifth annual Miles for Miracles, a virtual 30-day challenge during Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month that benefits the patients and families at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.

During the month of September, participants are asked to be active for one mile a day for 30 days to raise awareness and funds for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Last year, 36 teams walked, biked, ran or swam for a total of 13,006 miles, raising more than $46,000 for patients and families. (Click here to read the 2024 impact report.)

Now it’s your turn to join again, or take that first step to help raise even more. Sign up to walk, run, bike, swim — or anything that motivates you to move — for one mile a day throughout September. Each mile you walk, jog, bike or swim celebrates a year of miracles. You’ll also receive program updates and motivational videos along the way.

Want to take it up a notch? Make it a team effort! Create a team with colleagues, friends or family and enjoy a little competition. You can share your team page on your social media accounts to encourage others to join, donate or even create their own teams.

Since 1995, the Aflac family has donated more than $191 million to the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders center, helping to make it one of the leading pediatric cancer and blood disorders programs in the U.S.

Learn more about the Miles for Miracles challenge and sign up to join! Visit give.choa.org/aflacmiles to donate or create your team today.

Originally published by Animal Welfare Association

Animal Welfare Association’s Vets on Wheels program offers outreach and basic preventative pet healthcare services like vaccines, microchipping, and more to pet owners in underserved areas of Camden, NJ.

We know that transportation and financial challenges can make it tough for pet owners to access regular veterinary care. That’s why our team brings these essential services right into the community – completely free for Camden City residents.

A heartfelt thank you to Subaru of America and the Camden County Commissioners for making this program possible and helping Camden’s pets live happier, healthier lives!

Kim Allman | Community Impact

Financial wellness is a holistic approach to managing money and spending. It isn’t based solely on the size or makeup of a person’s bank account but focuses on managing the stress of finances and helping people find stability they can build on.

Financial wellness also goes hand in hand with digital wellness. Safeguarding your identity and protecting banking apps from cybersecurity threats is a vital piece. Identity theft, scams, and cybercrime are not just security issues. They can be major financial disruptors that can derail household stability, delay life milestones, and disproportionately impact vulnerable communities.

Gen recently acquired MoneyLion, a financial wellness company with a mission to give everyone the power to make their best money decisions—including women, who are often disproportionately displaced from conversations about financial literacy. In fact, MoneyLion’s 2025 Health is Wealth report found that women are more likely to report increased stress and anxiety, and delay or skip mental health care due to inflation than men.

To that end, MoneyLion has introduced several tools and channels for women to learn, share strategies and take charge of their financial futures. Women Who Roar is a dedicated MoneyLion blog where women can find career tips, discuss financial topics and connect on new job opportunities. The blog features success stories from women entrepreneurs, suggestions for how to negotiate better salaries, interactive capabilities that allow women to start conversations and learn from one another’s expertise, and more. No Stupid Questions, a similar project, is a video series MoneyLion spearheaded on TikTok with influencer Lea Landaverde. The series answers finance-related questions from real people in under 2 minutes, avoiding jargon and crafting clear, actionable advice.

We’re shining a spotlight on these initiatives for Women’s Equality Day to showcase our commitment to empowering women. This annual day of awareness commemorates the passage of women’s suffrage in the United States and aims to uplift and celebrate women, focusing on past achievements and what is needed to make strides in the future. Part of the focus is on the wealth gap between men and women, which has been getting wider in the United States. With MoneyLion, we’re working to equip girls and young women with a roadmap to financial wellness and even more importantly, financial equality.

To further mark the occasion, Gen has organized volunteer events across the company this fall to support women in our communities. These include a reverse mentoring session with GirlBoss New Zealand to engage Gen Z leaders to co-create bold, practical solutions for real-world challenges, and a women-focused public speaking workshop with #LatinaGeeks for National Hispanic Heritage Month in October. In addition, our longstanding partners Czechitas and Women4Cyber will launch their mentorship programs’ new cohorts in the coming months, continuing to connect new generations of women with the training they need to succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

Gen also continues to carry out our Pledge to the European Commission Digital Skills and Jobs Platform to train more women for success in cybersecurity and continues to build a pipeline of cybersecurity talent through women-focused partnerships with Women4Cyber, Czechitas, Nasscom, and more. For other examples of how we empower women at Gen and in our communities, please read our 2025 Social Impact Report.