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RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Clean Energy Systems (CES), a pioneering force in carbon-free combustion technology and zero-emission power solutions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mark McGough as its new Chief Executive Officer. This strategic leadership addition marks a significant inflection point for CES as it scales its breakthrough technology to meet surging global demand for clean energy.
With more than 30 years of experience building high-growth energy technology companies, McGough brings an extraordinary track record of innovation, international commercialization, and shareholder value creation. His leadership is expected to catalyze CES’s mission to redefine how the world powers industry—without carbon emissions.
“With global demand for clean, carbon-free energy solutions reaching an all-time high, his arrival is perfectly timed,” said Jonathan Goldberg, Board Director at Clean Energy Systems. “Mark’s track record of scaling innovative technologies and accelerating commercial deployment makes him the ideal leader to guide CES through this critical phase of growth and market opportunity.”
CES is on a mission to revolutionize energy production through its patented oxy-fuel combustion systems—derived from proven rocket engine principles—to eliminate carbon emissions from industrial processes and power generation. With rising global pressure for decarbonization, CES’s technology is at the heart of a new industrial energy paradigm.
“I’m honored to take the helm at such a dynamic and pivotal time,” said McGough. “CES under my predecessor has built a world-class platform with game-changing technology. My focus will be on accelerating commercialization, deepening global partnerships, and scaling our footprint to meet the urgent global demand for zero-emission solutions.”
Clean Energy Systems is uniquely positioned to lead the clean industrial revolution, turning carbon-free combustion into a practical, profitable reality for energy-intensive industries worldwide.
For more information, please contact:
Rebecca Hollis, VP of Business Development
+1 916 638 7967 x 1001
rhollis@cleanenergysystems.com
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ATLANTA, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Home Depot®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today announced that Angie Brown has been named executive vice president (EVP) and chief information officer (CIO). As CIO, Brown will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s technology strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity and software development for The Home Depot’s 2,350 retail stores and more than 790 branches, its supply chain facilities, store support centers and online systems.
“Angie is an exceptional leader whose customer-first mindset consistently drives meaningful innovation across our business,” said Ted Decker, chair, president and CEO. “Her strategic vision and deep expertise have been instrumental in transforming The Home Depot’s interconnected experience, making home improvement more modern, more seamless and more convenient for our customers.”
A 27-year veteran of The Home Depot, Brown brings depth and breadth of experience, holding roles of increasing responsibility across virtually every aspect of the company’s technology operations. She was most recently senior vice president of information technology, where she was responsible for delivering technology solutions for the company’s merchandising, customer experience, online, customer, marketing, reliability engineering, pro and supply chain functions. Under Brown’s leadership, The Home Depot has delivered transformative digital capabilities that enhance the customer and associate experience, including advancements in personalization, supply chain visibility and merchandising analytics.
Brown replaces Fahim Siddiqui, who is leaving The Home Depot.
“Fahim has been instrumental in improving our infrastructure across our stores, supply chain facilities and support centers,” said Decker. “His leadership has been impactful in modernizing our technology foundation, and I want to thank him for his support to drive our strategies forward.”
ABOUT THE HOME DEPOT
The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2025, the company operated a total of 2,350 retail stores and over 790 branches across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The Company employs over 470,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.
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NORTHAMPTON, Mass., May 29, 2025 /3BL/ – What does the rule of law have to do with the bottom line? Everything. That’s the message from Daniella Ballou-Aares, Founder and CEO of the Leadership Now Project. In the latest episode of 3BL’s video series, “What the…?” we unpack the uncomfortable truths and unexpected intersections of sustainability, business, and society.
Full Episode here.
In this latest installment, Ballou-Aares, a seasoned strategist, founder of Dalberg, and former Senior Advisor in the Obama Administration, makes a compelling case for why business leaders need to treat democratic stability as a core risk and responsibility. She warns that growing political instability and anti-business policies aren’t just bad for governance—they’re bad for business.
“We really think it’s important to be prepared for that, be ready to respond and work in kind of your current coalitions and maybe some unlikely coalitions to push back if and when it’s needed,” said Ballou-Aares.
She urges corporate leaders not to shy away from their values when under political pressure, highlighting the importance of consistency and depth in a company’s commitments.
“I think these were companies that had a deep commitment, like for a very long time, these were not superficial commitments. And I think that’s the key, when something has been superficial, then it’s the most vulnerable for attack.”
Key Insights from the Episode:
- Political Instability Is a Business Risk: Executive actions, such as targeted tariffs and political attacks on ESG and DEI, are disrupting business as usual.
- Core Values Provide Stability: Companies with longstanding commitments to inclusion and integrity are more resilient in the face of political backlash.
- Coalitions Are Critical: Cross-sector and even unlikely partnerships can help companies push back against threats to democratic norms.
Watch the full conversation with Daniella Ballou-Aares 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.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pan American Silver Corp. (NYSE: PAAS) (TSX: PAAS) (“Pan American” or the “Company”) today released its 2024 Sustainability Report (the “Report”), outlining Pan American’s approach and performance in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters. Spanish and Portuguese versions of the Report will be available shortly. Highlights of Pan American’s 2024 ESG performance include: Reduced water use by over 220,000 m3 compared to the 2024 base case1.
EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amyris, Inc., a vertically integrated synthetic biology company and leading innovator in the field of industrial biotechnology, today announced that it has acquired Ingredion’s 31% stake in the RealSweet Joint Venture to take full ownership of the industrial precision fermentation plant in Barra Bonita, Brazil. This follows an agreement with Ingredion to wind down their RealSweet joint venture, whereby Ingredion will gain exclusive access to Amyris’ technology to manufacture and commercialize fermented Reb M, with Amyris earning royalties on Ingredion’s future sales of fermented Reb M.
In line with the approval and funding of the company’s 2030 strategic plan announced last November, Amyris is completing construction of the fourth independent precision fermentation line at the Barra Bonita plant. This line, which will be operational in early 2026, will further increase capacity and flexibility for producing specialty ingredients.
“Resuming full ownership and control of our state-of-the-art precision fermentation facility in Barra Bonita is an important milestone that will enable us to optimize our manufacturing portfolio to drive profitability and serve our customers most effectively,” said Kathy Fortmann, Amyris’ Chief Executive Officer. “We are also delighted to announce our additional investment in capacity at Barra Bonita, which will maximize flexibility of our plant and accelerate development and commercialization of innovative and sustainable products.”
“With exclusive access to Amyris’ fermented Reb M technology, we are excited about meeting the growing global demand for our comprehensive Stevia portfolio, what we call the ‘perfectly sweet trifecta’ of extracted, bioconverted and fermented Reb M,” commented Jim Zallie, Ingredion’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
“This trifecta enables us to provide nature-based, clean-label sugar-reduction solutions meeting the needs of all our customers. We look forward to continuing to grow the market for fermented RebM,” added Nate Yates, Vice President and General Manager of Sugar Reduction and Fiber Fortification at Ingredion.
About Amyris, Inc.
Amyris is a vertically integrated synthetic biology company that creates sustainable ingredients utilizing proprietary advanced precision fermentation technology and world-class platforms. Leveraging two decades of experience, Amyris collaborates with companies to co-create innovative ingredients at unprecedented speed and scale. This enables partners to deliver products with differentiated performance that meet sustainability and economic objectives. Its renewable and traceable ingredients are included in thousands of products from the world’s top brands, reaching millions of consumers. For more information, please visit http://www.amyris.com.
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Pueble S.A., an official Case IH dealership under CNH, celebrated the inauguration of its new headquarters located in Tucumán, Argentina.
This opening represented a great investment, consolidating the trajectory and sustained growth of the company in northern Argentina.
“We chose this location because of its accessibility and direct connection with the agricultural activity of the region. This opening reaffirms our commitment to customers and to Case IH, investing in infrastructure, technology and comfort,” said Carlos Puente, president of Pueble S.A.
The new headquarters was designed under the New Gen Partners concept, with a focus on functionality, sustainability and customer experience. The building offers a large exhibition yard, offices, workshop, spare parts area, warehouse and a modern training room.
The construction incorporated sustainable practices, such as a water heating system through solar panels hidden in the roof structure, highlighting CNH’s environmental commitment.
Biannual donation effort brings total coffee donations to over 1 million bags for deployed service members
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Books-A-Million proudly announces the completion of its 24th Coffee for the Troops campaign, a biannual initiative that sends comforting cups of Joe Muggs coffee to deployed U.S. service members around the world.
This spring’s campaign exceeded expectations with 73,000 bags donated by customers and associates—126% to goal. Thanks to a 10% match contribution from long-time roasting partner Royal Cup Coffee, the total donation climbs to 80,837 bags, with a retail value of over 1 million dollars—the highest in the campaign’s history.
“For deployed service members, the comforts of home—like a good cup of coffee—are more than just a luxury. They’re a reminder that they’re not forgotten,” said Amy Palmer, President & CEO of Soldiers’ Angels. “Thanks to the ongoing generosity of Books-A-Million and its customers, we’re able to deliver that comfort directly into the hands of those serving far from home. The fact that this year’s campaign saw the highest number of bags donated since 2022 and reached the highest retail value ever is an incredible testament to the power of community support.”
Since its inception, the Coffee for the Troops program has resulted in more than 1 million bags of donated coffee, thanks to the generosity of Books-A-Million customers, associates, and partners like Royal Cup.
“Coffee for the Troops is a powerful example of what happens when booksellers, customers, and partners come together for a cause that truly matters,” said Scott Kappler, Executive Vice President of Store Operations at Books-A-Million. “It’s about more than coffee—it’s about delivering warmth, connection, and appreciation to those who serve.”
The Coffee for the Troops campaign is held twice a year in all Books-A-Million stores across the country. To learn more or get involved, visit booksamillion.com.
ABOUT BOOKS-A-MILLION
Books-A-Million operates more than 200 stores in 32 states as well as its e-commerce site, Booksamillion.com. A leading retailer of books, toys, games, and collectibles since 1917, the company has grown to be the nation’s second largest bookstore chain.
ABOUT SOLDIERS’ ANGELS
Founded in 2003 by the family of General George Patton, Soldiers’ Angels is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides aid, comfort, and resources to the Military, Veterans, and their families. Through a global network of volunteers, the organization supports tens of thousands of Service Members, Veterans, wounded heroes, and Military families annually through various programs, including food assistance, deployed support, and holiday initiatives. Soldiers’ Angels currently maintains a presence in multiple states across the country and supports Military communities worldwide. For more information, visit www.soldiersangels.org. (Tax ID# 20-0583415, CFC# 25131)
CONTACT
Olivia Anderson McDaniel
Vice President of Marketing, Omnichannel
205.909.3563
mcdanielo@booksamillion.com
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Deepens the Firm’s Environmental and White Collar Practices in California
SAN FRANCISCO, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Stacey Geis, former deputy assistant administrator at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, has joined Crowell & Moring’s Environment, Energy and Natural Resources and White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement groups as senior counsel in its San Francisco office. Geis brings over 25 years of experience, at the federal and state levels, in environmental law and policy, litigation, and criminal and civil enforcement.
Geis recently served at EPA headquarters, first as a senior advisor, then as a deputy assistant administrator. During her tenure, she helped to lead the 2,800-person Office of Enforcement & Compliance Assurance and implement policy goals, including addressing climate change, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and revitalization of EPA’s enforcement and compliance programs throughout the country. Most notably, Geis helped create EPA’s Strategic Civil-Criminal Enforcement Policy, provided guidance on EPA’s National Enforcement and Compliance Initiatives, and helped implement two recent Supreme Court decisions — Sackett v. EPA, which limited the definition of wetlands under the Clean Water Act; and SEC v. Jarkesy, which limited the scope of federal administrative proceedings.
At Crowell, Geis’ practice will focus on advising clients on a broad range of environmental and policy matters, including compliance assistance, corporate governance, and risk and crisis management. She will also advise on compliance and enforcement issues, including internal investigations, pre-filing negotiations, and litigation as needed.
“Stacey expands both our California and federal environmental bench strength for incident response, investigations, enforcement defense, and litigation, bringing a broad and valuable array of experience from state-level prosecutions to nationwide federal enforcement initiatives,” said Kirsten Nathanson, co-chair of Crowell & Moring’s Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Group. “Stacey adds to our roster of former senior EPA and DOJ officials to guide clients through a changing and uncertain regulatory enforcement environment, particularly with PFAS and core EPA priorities around air, water, and waste.”
Prior to joining EPA, Geis spent most of her career practicing in California, including roles at the U.S. Department of Justice, the State of California, and Earthjustice. As a federal prosecutor at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California, Geis prosecuted some of the largest environmental and public safety corporate cases, including a pipeline explosion that killed eight people and decimated neighborhoods, the largest oil spill in the San Francisco Bay, and nationwide hazardous waste violations by a large U.S. retailer. Geis also prosecuted corporate white collar cases, including bringing one of the first criminal fraud cases in the organic foods industry.
“With an anticipated increase in state environmental regulatory and enforcement activity in California and other states in the coming months, we’re excited to add Stacey to our team,” said Daniel Zelenko, chair of the firm’s White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement Group.
“I have spent my career ensuring that highly regulated companies are in compliance with the law, in particular environmental and public safety laws,” said Geis. “I’m excited to bring my unique perspective to help companies improve compliance and minimize potential risks and liabilities, both before and after issues develop.”
Geis received her law degree from the University of Virginia and her bachelor’s degree from Brown University. She clerked for the Honorable Samuel Conti in the Northern District of California.
About Crowell & Moring LLP
Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.
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