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Originally published on Aflac Newsroom

COLUMBUS, Ga.,  September 03, 2025 /3BL/ — Aflac, a leading provider of cancer insurance for nearly 70 years, working with sports broadcaster, fashion entrepreneur and cancer survivor Erin Andrews, today launched Check for Cancer, a national movement aimed at boosting U.S. cancer screening rates by 10% over the next decade.

The Check for Cancer movement reframes the familiar checkered pattern seen in everyday life as a bold, visual cue to make cancer screenings part of routine care. One in three Americans¹ are at risk of facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, and a vast majority (90%) admit they’ve delayed a checkup or recommended screening that could aid in early detection, according to Aflac’s annual Wellness Matters Survey.² This movement seeks to turn awareness into action and make prevention both a personal and national priority.

“We are pleased to be working with Erin Andrews, whose personal experiences provide a powerful opportunity to highlight a critical issue: Too many Americans delay screenings, often due to fear, uncertainty or simply not knowing where to start. This leads to health care challenges that could have been mitigated or even avoided,” Aflac Incorporated President Virgil Miller said. “Check for Cancer is about changing that. It’s about turning an everyday visual into a reminder that early detection can save your life or the life of someone you love. Getting screened shouldn’t feel overwhelming, it should be routine and feel woven into the fabric of everyday life just like the checkered patterns we see every day.”

Aflac’s Check for Cancer movement is designed to reach national audiences through an omnichannel approach, meeting people where they are, including a new video urging Americans to Check for Cancer that ran nationally on ESPN during the Aflac Kickoff Game on Aug. 31 and will continue to run on social media. Echoing Aflac’s commitment to health and wellness, the video also includes several actual Aflac employees, serving as actors and extras, who were excited to share the Check for Cancer movement.

The campaign will use a mix of billboards, event sponsorships, digital platforms and grassroots community activations in key markets to emphasize the message. With a special focus on engaging younger generations, the campaign uses social-first storytelling and interactive tools to drive action around the early detection of cancer, which can impact anyone at any age, and to increase access to lifesaving cancer screenings.

“As someone who shares valuable information on the playing field, I know how important it is to get the facts right. I’ve seen firsthand how early detection can change outcomes and save lives,” said Andrews. “Check for Cancer is a message that hits home, because when it comes to cancer, skipping checkups can make the difference in your health.”

At Aflac.com/CheckForCancer, individuals can access screening guidelines, assess their personal risk and take the first step toward early detection. To further amplify the message, Aflac is launching a social media challenge: For every in-feed social media post using #CheckForCancer, the company will donate $5 to childhood cancer research and care, up to $1 million.

“Aflac has been a pioneer in the cancer insurance industry, protecting millions of Americans from the financial burdens often created when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. But our goal, whether through our philanthropy or our support for the health and wellness of our customers, our employees and our communities, has always been to provide holistic solutions that limit the physical, mental and financial impact of cancer. Check for Cancer is an extension of that commitment,” Miller said.

To learn more, visit Aflac.com/CheckForCancer.

ABOUT AFLAC INCORPORATED 
Aflac Incorporated (NYSE: AFL), a Fortune 500 company, has helped provide financial protection and peace of mind for nearly seven decades to millions of policyholders and customers through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan. In the U.S., Aflac is the No. 1 provider of supplemental health insurance products.³ In Japan, Aflac Life Insurance Japan is the leading provider of cancer and medical insurance in terms of policies in force. The company takes pride in being there for its policyholders when they need us most, as well as being included in the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 19 consecutive years (2025) and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 24 years (2025). In addition, the company became a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in 2021 and has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (2024) for 11 years. To find out how to get help with expenses health insurance doesn’t cover, get to know us at aflac.com or aflac.com/español. Investors may learn more about Aflac Incorporated and its commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainability at investors.aflac.com under “Sustainability.”

¹ American Cancer Society, Lifetime Risk of Developing or Dying From Cancer

² Aflac 2025 Wellness Matters Survey

³ LIMRA 2024 U.S. Supplemental Health Insurance Total Market Report

Media contact: Jon Sullivan, 706-763-4813 or jsullivan@aflac.com

Analyst and investor contact: David A. Young, 706-596-3264, 800-235-2667 or dyoung@aflac.com

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NORTHAMPTON, Mass., Sept 3, 2025 /3BL/ – Sixty-six percent of U.S. consumers believe businesses should continue their sustainability efforts regardless of the political climate. Yet many corporate communicators feel pressure to pause or scale back their messaging, especially in the U.S., where political scrutiny is rising. In fact, media mentions of top companies tied to sustainability have already dropped more than 10% in the first four months of 2025 compared to last year.

At first glance, pulling back might seem like the safer option. But here’s the reality: the risks of speaking out are often overstated, while the cost of staying silent is only increasing.

Consider this: most sustainability-related media coverage remains neutral to positive, and the American public still expects companies to lead.

3BL’s latest research report, Say Less, Risk More: Sustainability Silence Is Undermining Trust, explores:

• The new era of corporate greenhushing
• The brewing crisis of trust
• Key industry findings
• Guidance for navigating your messaging, and more

Key insights from the report include:

• When asked about the role of business in sustainability, only 8% of consumers said they expect companies to step back.
• 80% say they prefer to shop with brands that support DEI.
• Nearly 1 in 4 consumers now say they “rarely” or “almost never” believe corporate sustainability claims, up from 15% just 18 months ago. Many perceive companies as only supporting causes when it’s profitable or trendy.

Download the full report here.

About 3BL 
3BL is the leading sustainability and social impact communications partner, connecting organizations’ stories of purpose and progress with the audiences who matter most.

3BL partners with over 1,500 companies – from global corporations and mid-sized enterprises to NGOs and nonprofits – to elevate their reputations as players in the world of responsible business. We do this through unrivaled news and content distribution, bespoke storytelling support, and our digital media division, TriplePundit.

DaVita has taken a major step toward its goal of having 100% of its worldwide operations powered by renewable energy. As of July 1, the kidney care leader is now matching its global electricity use with clean energy through renewable energy credits and strategic power agreements — including a new solar collaboration in Spain that brings the company closer to a greener future.

This milestone is supported by strategic virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs), including those facilitated by ACCIONA Energía’s recently commissioned Ayora I-II-III photovoltaic complex — a solar farm that uses panels to convert sunlight directly into electricity — located in the Valencia region of Spain. The complex has received its final operating permit and registration in the Renewable Energy Economic Regime Register, allowing for the commencement of commercial operations. According to ACCIONA, “the complex will generate around 172GWh per year, preventing the emission of approximately 75,000 tons of CO₂ into the atmosphere. This reduction is comparable to planting over one million trees or removing nearly 29,000 combustion vehicles from circulation.”

“This achievement reflects years of dedicated effort and collaboration across DaVita,” says Jeff Wilzbacher, senior director of energy and sustainability at DaVita. “At DaVita, our unwavering pursuit of a healthier tomorrow recognizes that patient health and environmental health are connected. Advancing sustainability isn’t just good for the planet — it supports the well-being of our patients and the vitality of the communities we serve.”

Milestones in Renewable Energy

• April 2019: DaVita announces a commitment to power 100% of its North American operations by renewable energy by the end of 2022.
   
• December 2021: DaVita announces that North American operations were successfully powered by 100% renewable energy through two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) with Longroad Energy for wind and solar projects in Texas.
   
• December 2021: When announcing the completion of its North American renewable energy goal, Davita also expanded its commitment for renewable energy across global operations by end of 2025.
   
• April 2024: DaVita announces new VPPA with ACCIONA Energía in Spain, a key step toward DaVita’s goal of matching 100% of global electricity use with renewable energy.
   
• June 2025: ACCIONA Energía facility reaches COD, and DaVita announces it is on track to match 100% of electricity usage for global operations with renewable energy in 2025.

DaVita’s Sustainability Goals

This milestone underscores DaVita’s proactive approach to building a more sustainable future — and is only one part of a broader strategy.

Looking ahead, DaVita is also focused on broader environmental targets, including advancing net-zero emissions dialysis centers and continuously improving energy efficiency across dialysis centers and central business offices.

“At DaVita, we know a healthy environment is essential to healthy patients,” Wilzbacher says. “And as we continue our sustainability efforts, our vision of a healthier tomorrow means caring for people, our communities and the planet we all share.”

Learn More

Explore other ways DaVita continues to make sustainability a priority:

• Tour DaVita’s Net-Zero Dialysis Center
• DaVita Climate Action Goals Approved by the Science Based Target Initiative
• DaVita Releases Annual Community Care Report, Highlights Achievements in Corporate Citizenship

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September 3, 2025 /3BL/ – At the Paris AI Action Summit earlier this year, Lenovo joined the Coalition for Sustainable AI, a French government-led initiative in collaboration with the UN Environment Program (UNEP) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The coalition brings together global stakeholders committed to aligning AI development with sustainability goals and fostering responsible AI that supports environmental policies.

Together with other members which includes AMD, Nvidia, SAP, and Schneider Electric, Lenovo will support collaborative, international efforts to shape responsible AI that drives progress toward the UN 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in areas such as climate action and environmental protection.

Through this initiative, Lenovo will contribute to the coalition’s innovation hub, an open and collaborative platform aimed at advancing science, standards, and solutions for aligning AI with environmental goals.

“At Lenovo, we believe that AI is not only a tool for greater efficiency, but also a catalyst for sustainable innovation” said Shama Patari, VP & Deputy General Counsel, Ethics & Compliance, Government Relations & Trade, Lenovo. “By joining the Coalition for Sustainable AI, we reinforce our commitment to designing systems, reducing waste, and optimizing energy use across our value chain as part of our journey to net-zero”.

Lenovo is committed to reaching its net-zero goals by 2050 after having its targets validated by SBTi in January 2023. To meet these goals, Lenovo has set ambitious targets such as improving the energy efficiency of its servers by 50% by 2030 (compared to 2018). Its industry-leading Neptune™ direct water-cooling technology enables customers to reduce power consumption by up to 40% and achieve a 3.5x improvement in thermal efficiency compared to traditional air-cooled systems, a key strength in building more sustainable AI infrastructure.

This new coalition membership complements Lenovo’s ongoing commitments to other responsible AI initiatives, including UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI, Canada’s Voluntary Code of Conduct on Generative AI, and the European Commission’s AI Pact. With its Responsible AI committee and AI policy in place, Lenovo has built a strong AI internal governance framework and is already demonstrating responsibility and accountability in the AI space.

Learn more about Lenovo’s ESG efforts and AI governance on its latest Environment, Social, Governance report

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

WHAT
As climate-related regulations like California’s SB 261 and the EU CSRD come into force, businesses are facing new requirements to publicly disclose the financial impact of climate risks. This webinar offers a practical guide to help organizations navigate these changes and build resilient climate risk strategies.

WHO
EcoOnline and G&A Institute

• Annie Roberts, SVP, Climate Consulting, G&A Institute
• Karen Buttigieg, Group Product Marketing Manager, EcoOnline

WHEN

• Tuesday, September 9, 2025
• 12:30pm EST / 9:30am PDT

WHERE

• Online webinar – Registration page

WHY IT MATTERS
With climate-related disasters intensifying and disclosure mandates expanding, businesses must act quickly to assess and report their climate risks. This session provides journalists and their audiences with timely insights into how companies are adapting to regulatory pressure and integrating climate risk into strategic planning.

About EcoOnline
EcoOnline delivers innovative environment, health and safety (EHS), chemical management and ESG/sustainability technology solutions to forward-thinking leaders. Founded in 2000 and trusted by over 10,000 brands worldwide, EcoOnline’s connected suite of SaaS software enables businesses to protect their people and the planet by ensuring compliance, mitigating risk and streamlining operations. Backed by an unwavering commitment to customer success, EcoOnline’s software is powerful yet simple to use – built on decades of real-world expertise, data and insights. Visit ecoonline.com to immediately and positively impact your workplace safety and sustainability.

About G&A Institute, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. (G&A) is a sustainability consulting and research firm headquartered in New York City. G&A helps corporate and investor clients recognize, understand, and develop winning strategies for sustainability and ESG issues to address stakeholder and shareholder concerns. G&A’s proprietary, comprehensive full-suite process for sustainability reporting is designed to help organizations achieve sustainability leadership in their industry and sector and maximize return on investment for sustainability initiatives.

Since 2011, G&A has been building and expanding a comprehensive database of corporate sustainability reporting data based on analysis of thousands of ESG and sustainability reports to help steer strategy for our clients and improve their disclosure and reporting. More information is available on our website at ga-institute.com.

FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES & INTERVIEWS, CONTACT

• Alyssa Fishwick
  Senior Director Global Public Relations, EcoOnline
  alyssa.fishwick@ecoonline.com
• Louis D. Coppola
  CEO & Co-Founder, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. 
  Email lcoppola@ga-institute.com

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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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