OSLO, Norwegen–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aqualung Carbon Capture („Aqualung“), ein innovativer Marktführer im Bereich der Membrantechnologie zur Kohlenstoffabscheidung (CO2), freut sich, den erfolgreichen ersten Abschluss seiner Finanzierungsrunde bekannt zu geben. Diese Runde wird von Aqualungs Joint Development Agreement (JDA)-Partner, einem der weltgrößten Membranhersteller, sowie weiteren strategischen Investoren wie Liquid Gas Equipment Ltd (LGE), einer hundertprozentigen Tochtergesellschaft der B
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Scars to STARs Day 2025: A Global Lifeline of Hope, Healing, and Resilience for All Survivors
MIAMI, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Toxic relationships don’t care about gender, income, race, or religion. Abuse hides in plain sight — in boardrooms, bedrooms, and backyards. It destroys trust, identity, and entire generations of families.
That’s why the STAR Network Foundation is proud to announce Scars to STARs Day 2025, a global virtual event on May 16, 2025, held during Mental Health Awareness Month. This free summit is for anyone who’s been hurt by love — and brave enough to begin again.
- 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the U.S. have experienced physical, emotional, or psychological abuse by an intimate partner.
- 1 in 7 children have witnessed domestic violence — many before the age of 10.
- Over 5 million U.S. men are victims of domestic abuse annually — yet most suffer in silence.
“This day is for the unheard,” says Dr. Jamie Huysman, founder of STAR Network Foundation and trauma recovery expert. “Toxic relationships isolate us. They make us believe we’re weak or broken. But survival is strength — and this day proves it.”
Scars to STARs Day is more than an event — it’s a movement. A lifeline. A rallying cry for healing across all ages, genders, and cultures. Featuring world-renowned experts, the day will include:
- The Honorable Patrick J. Kennedy – Mental health pioneer and advocate
- Marjorie Morrison – SHRM’s Executive in Residence for Mental Health
- Richard Grannon – International STAR Ambassador and trauma educator
- Jennifer Libby – Promly founder and teen mental health advocate
The event will also honor Kennedy with the STAR NeuroLeadership Award, symbolizing brokenness made beautiful — a handcrafted tribute by Ben Owen Pottery and Lakeside Pottery using the Japanese art of kintsugi.
Whether You’re a Survivor, a Parent, or a Partner—This Is Your Day.
Register free at: www.scarstostarsday.org
Contact: Dr. Jamie Huysman
drjamie@starnetwork.org | (305) 303-4000
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By Candace Higginbotham
The world of personal finance is changing rapidly.
With the increased use of digital currencies and other technological advancements, along with the continued threat of fraud, it’s a complex environment that can be challenging for consumers to keep up with.
It’s more important than ever that everyone has a basic understanding of how money works and how to manage it. But according to the World Economic Forum, financial literacy in the U.S. has hovered around 50 percent for eight consecutive years, with a 2 percent drop in the past two years.
“Increasing financial wellness is the right thing to do – to ensure that every person has the opportunity for financial success.”
Leroy Abrahams, head of Community Engagement at Regions
Regions is doing its part to help turn that around. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, the bank is launching a comprehensive financial wellness blitz that will continue throughout April.
Financial wellness is firmly rooted in the culture at Regions. It’s part of the company’s mission to make life better and create shared value for customers and communities.
“Increasing financial wellness is the right thing to do – to ensure that every person has the opportunity for financial success,” said Leroy Abrahams, head of Community Engagement at Regions.
“But it’s also an investment. When people have a greater understanding of their finances they make better decisions. By establishing a better situation today for themselves and their families, they’re also building generational wealth and creating a healthier economy. And that benefits all of us.”
Regions executes on its commitment to financial wellness in several ways. The bank provides easily accessible, no-cost financial education courses to anyone, whether they’re a Regions customer or not. Regions Next Step® curriculum includes customized tools, online resources, webinars, podcasts and in-person sessions covering topics ranging from budgeting, to saving and understanding credit, to insights for small-business owners, college students and people planning for retirement – and every life event and milestone in between.
“Building Financial Confidence” is the theme for this year’s Share the Good program, and associates across Regions’ markets will be working with community partners all month to host financial education events for a variety of audiences.
Examples include:
- Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville: In these Florida markets, Regions teams are working with the Women’s Council of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers local chapters to conduct Regions Next Step Path to Homeownership program to an audience of first-time homebuyers.
- Huntsville, Ala.: As part of Regions Day at Alabama A&M University, a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in the bank’s home state, up to 500 students are expected to participate in a Regions Next Step Reality Check budget simulation. The bank is also hosting Regions Day financial wellness events at two other HBCUs, Tennessee State University and Jackson State University.
- Jackson, Miss.: Regions is hosting a fraud-prevention session for small-business owners and nonprofit leaders. Working with the Mississippi Alliance for Nonprofits and Philanthropy, Regions Branch Manager Jason Morris will lead the session at the organization’s Nonprofit and Philanthropy Leadership Conference & Annual Meeting on April 25 at the Jackson Convention Complex.
- Austin, Texas: To help ensure students of Del Valle Early College High School/ P-Tech Center are prepared for success, Regions teams will be onsite to deliver Reality Check sessions. “Regions is proud to support these hardworking students, and we’re looking forward to ‘Sharing the Good’ at Del Valle once again in April,” said Stephanie Perryman, Regions Bank Market Executive and Commercial Banking Leader in Austin.
- Birmingham: Regions teams are presenting the Regions Next Step Money Basics for Life program at Disability Rights & Resources. On April 14, clients will take part in the Credit and Identity Theft course, part of a curriculum to enhance independent living skills and help people with disabilities learn to make good financial decisions. The bank was honored last year by the American Bankers Association Foundation for this groundbreaking financial wellness program.
- New Orleans: Regions has a longstanding relationship with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana and has facilitated financial education programs in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge markets for several years. Local teams are collaborating with BCG this month to present three Reality Check sessions: April 8 in Covington, Aprill 22 in Slidell and April 23 in Gretna.
Along with community events, Regions bankers and branch associates will be hosting financial wellness activities throughout the month.
Examples include:
- Building Better Money Habits: Regions will host webinars on April 8 and 24 that provide guidance for consumers looking to increase their savings, build financial stability and improve credit scores.
- Students and Parents: A Regions Extra Credit event, held live and via webcast on April 24, provides important information for high school juniors and seniors, their parents and school administrators, such as budgeting, financial aid, fraud prevention, investing and more. Participants in the Birmingham area may join in person at the Regions Riverchase Operations Center, or anyone can join online from 4:30-5:30 CT. Click here to register.
- Small Businesses: Regions’ bankers will be providing free workshops and seminars, in person and virtually, for small-business owners and their employees throughout the month. Anyone interested can contact a Regions representative at their local branch.
Like financial wellness, giving back is a key part of Regions’ culture and community engagement strategy. So, aligning these efforts in April – which is also National Volunteer Month – emphasizes the importance of both at the bank.
“April is always an exciting time at Regions,” said Gina Sian, head of the Regions Making Life Better Institute. “As we celebrate both Volunteer and Financial Literacy Month, adding our Share the Good campaign to the mix gives our associates a perfect opportunity to volunteer together and share the ‘goodness’ and importance of financial education to young ones and young once, at schools, businesses and nonprofit organizations.”
Approximately 1.6 million people received financial education from Regions in 2024. Volunteers, including certified Regions Next Step Ambassadors, are specially trained to deliver the material and present tailored courses to K-12 and college students, small-business owners, new homeowners, veterans, people with disabilities, seniors and more.
The full array of Regions Next Step financial wellness resources can be found at www.regions.com/nextstep. Examples of how associates work with community partners to deliver these programs can be found in the annual Shared Value Report and the Community Engagement section of Regions’ news website, Doing More Today.
In celebration of International Earth Day, 20 employees from AEG Germany’s Barclays Arena in Hamburg came together to transform and beautify the landscape around the arena into a greener, more vibrant space for the whole community.
Equipped with shovels, gloves, and watering cans, the group spent the day planting a total of 412 new plants and sowing flower seeds across the green areas surrounding the arena and its parking lots. The effort was aimed at enhancing biodiversity and beautifying the environment for both visitors and local wildlife.
“Today is about more than just planting flowers. It’s a reminder that small acts, like adding greenery, contribute to the bigger picture of environmental care and help us build a more sustainable future,” said Steve Schwenkglenks, Managing Director, Barclays Arena.
The project is part of the arena’s broader environmental strategy, which includes waste reduction, energy efficiency, and community-driven green projects. Earlier this year, AEG Europe’s Uber Arena, Uber Eats Music Hall and Uber Platz in Berlin and the Barclays Arena became the first sports and entertainment venues in Germany to receive Greener Arena (AGF) certification. To achieve AGF certification, our team provided a detailed analysis of areas of sustainability such as transport, energy and power, waste, water usage, local environment, CO2 and food and beverage activities and included an onsite visit by qualified AGF assessors.
To learn more about AEG Europe’s commitment to sustainability, please click here.
ATLANTA, April 24, 2025 /3BL/ – Southern Company Gas today announced that Venessa Harrison, former president of AT&T’s Southeast Coastal States, has been elected to the company’s board of directors, effective April 24.
As president of AT&T’s South Coastal States, Harrison led transformational wireless and wireline deployment efforts for the company’s critical infrastructure across Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina, including the strategic direction of AT&T’s network investment, public policy, economic development and community engagement activities throughout the region.
Additionally, she helped shape public policy in areas of telecom and tax reform, and has represented the telecommunications industry before multiple state legislatures and public service commissions regarding infrastructure matters. She oversaw nearly $2 billion in network spend annually – spend that has supported the expansion of AT&T Georgia’s fiber network to more than 6.4 million strand miles and wireless network to nearly 100 percent of the state’s geographic footprint.
Harrison also spearheaded the groundbreaking development of the North Carolina Next Generation Network (NCNGN) within AT&T. This innovative collaboration among diverse community leaders and governments resulted in the NCNGN partnership serving as a template for other states to accelerate broadband success.
“Venessa’s proven leadership and expertise in expanding critical infrastructure, shaping smart public policy and developing innovative customer solutions makes her a great fit for our board of directors as we navigate the essential role natural gas is expected to play in serving increased energy demand across our service territories,” said Southern Company Gas Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer James Y. (Jim) Kerr II. “Moreover, Venessa’s demonstrated commitment to making a positive impact in the communities where she lives and serves makes her a perfect fit for Southern Company Gas.”
Harrison currently serves on the executive boards of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, and on the boards of the Atlanta Committee for Progress, the Georgia Historical Society and the Georgia Research Alliance, an internationally acclaimed model for unifying business, research universities and state government to drive a vibrant economy. She has also served as trustee chair of North Carolina A&T, the largest historically Black university in the country and the number one producer of degrees awarded to African Americans in North Carolina.
Harrison earned a business administration degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Phoenix.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.4 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in Georgia, Illinois, Tennessee and Virginia, and more than 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines, asset management for natural gas wholesale customers and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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MOUNT VERNON, Wash., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lautenbach Recycling is excited to announce the addition of Tony Rounds as its new Business Development Manager. With nearly three decades of experience in the recycling industry, Tony brings a deep well of knowledge, energy, and a unique ability to understand how businesses operate, making him an ideal fit for the company’s mission of providing innovative, customized recycling solutions.
Tony’s journey in the industry began humbly in 1994 as a forklift driver at a glass recycling facility in Seattle. Over the years, he has worked his way through the ranks, gaining hands-on expertise and a broad perspective on waste management and sustainability practices. His experience nearly rivals that of President Troy Lautenbach, and the company is thrilled to welcome someone who so fully understands the challenges and opportunities in the recycling world.
“Tony’s passion for this industry and the people in it is something special,” said Torrey Lautenbach, Founder of Lautenbach Recycling. “He brings the kind of experience that only comes from doing the work, and he has a genuine curiosity about how our customers’ business’s function. That kind of insight is invaluable when building solutions that really make a difference.”
In his new role, Tony will be focused on helping customers across a wide range of industries—from pet treat manufacturers to aerospace suppliers—better manage their waste streams. He excels at designing customized recycling programs using the full spectrum of Lautenbach Recycling’s services. This includes everything from organics management and construction and demolition recycling to commercial waste handling and container rentals and sales.
Tony’s ability to listen closely to customer needs and tailor practical, sustainable solutions has already made a strong impression. His approach is rooted in collaboration, efficiency, and a belief that good recycling practices can and should work seamlessly with the way a business already operates.
With the addition of Tony Rounds, Lautenbach Recycling continues to strengthen its commitment to sustainability, service, and innovation. The company is proud to have him on board and looks forward to the positive impact he’ll bring to its customers and the broader community.
For more information, visit www.lautenbachrecycling.com or contact the team directly to learn how Tony and the Lautenbach team can support your recycling goals.
Lautenbach Recycling is the largest family-owned recycling company in Washington State, founded in 1991 by brothers Troy and Torrey Lautenbach. Committed to responsible waste management and environmental sustainability, Lautenbach Recycling provides comprehensive services to residential and commercial clients in the Pacific Northwest. Our residential and industrial services include transportation, sustainable demolition, self-haul recycling, roll-off boxes, food waste depackaging, and composting. Lautenbach Recycling contributes to a greener future by efficiently processing and reusing materials, thereby conserving valuable resources and protecting our environment. As a family-owned and operated business, we take pride in our deep-rooted community values and strive to make a positive impact on our region. https://www.lautenbachrecycling.com
Lautenbach’s Family of Recycling Businesses includes:
- Skagit Soils – Providing green and organic waste composting services https://skagitsoilsinc.com
- San Juan Transfer Station – Recycling and garbage drop-off services for Friday Harbor and San Juan Island https://sanjuantransferstation.com
- NWR Container Rentals – Selling and Renting Storage Containers, Mobile Offices and Steel Road Plates: https://nwrcontainers.com
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Previously published by Forbes
As we observe Earth Day 2025, the world stands at a critical juncture. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” is not just a slogan—it is a direct challenge to every leader, especially those at the helm of global supply chains, to harness the transformative potential of renewable energy and sustainable practices.
For supply chain executives, the message is clear: the path to a more sustainable planet runs directly through your operations, decisions, and influence.
Foundation presents impact report demonstrating positive outcomes over the past year
MADISON, Wis., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) the national charitable arm of the credit union movement, today announced the 2024 Impact Report, which highlights the significant achievements reached on the mission of being a catalyst to improve people’s lives through credit unions and to drive forward the work of financial well-being for all.
This detailed report provides an overview of the Foundation’s efforts to support the growth of credit unions, help members and employees thrive, and contribute to the prosperity of communities nationwide.
Key highlights from the 2024 Impact Report include:
- Development Education & Engagement: In 2024, the Foundation’s signature Development Education program, Exploring Why™ Workshops, along with various industry speaking engagements, reached over 1,800 individuals across the credit union system. Many of these participants went on to create meaningful, local projects that made a lasting impact on their communities.
- FinHealth Hub: By the end of 2024, the Foundation’s free financial health resource center, FinHealth Hub, had more than 600 active users. Additionally, the Foundation hosted six financial health webinars, attracting over 120 attendees and further supporting credit unions in their efforts to promote financial well-being.
- Grantmaking Impact: Through its grantmaking efforts, the Foundation approved over $900,000 in grants in 2024. Notable among these grants was the Foster Youth Financial Literacy Grant, which provided financial literacy education to over 200 foster youth across nine communities.
- Disaster Relief: The Foundation’s swift response during times of crisis is a testament to the strength of the credit union movement. In 2024, amidst multiple natural disasters, over $754,000 in aid was distributed, supporting 101 credit unions and 972 credit union employees and volunteers as they worked to recover and rebuild.
“At the heart of our mission is the belief that financial well-being is a fundamental right for everyone. The impact the National Credit Union Foundation makes is a direct result of the collective efforts of credit unions, partners, and supporters working together to create lasting change. We’re proud to be a catalyst for positive transformation, empowering credit unions to help their members and communities thrive,” said Lauren Culp, Executive Director, National Credit Union Foundation.
As the philanthropic and charitable arm of our industry the Foundation intensified its efforts to unite individuals with the shared goal of enhancing financial well-being for all, recognizing the crucial role played by donors and partners in achieving this mission.
See the full report at ncuf.coop/about-impact/financialsandreports/and learn more about how to implement or enhance a financial well-being strategy, and how credit union members can achieve financial freedom.
About the National Credit Union Foundation (ncuf.coop)
The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) is the charitable arm of the U.S. credit union movement and works as a catalyst to improve people’s financial lives through credit unions. Through grants and programs, the Foundation is strengthening financial well-being, igniting passion and instilling knowledge about the credit union difference, and uniting resources to help credit union people during disaster. Donations to the Foundation ultimately enable credit unions to help their members reach life-changing goals and achieve financial freedom.
Media Contact:
Amber Conger
ncufpress@ncuf.coop
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April 24, 2025 /3BL/ – For the second time, Lenovo has been recognized as a Champion in the Canalys 2025 Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix . Lenovo is one of just four technology vendors to receive the top distinction, with fourteen vendors being evaluated in total by Canalys. Methodology for the recognition includes feedback from channel partners, assessment of Canalys analysts and industry-wide leadership in sustainability.
Canalys cited Lenovo’s dedicated resources for the channel provided through the community-focused Lenovo 360 Circle framework as a key distinction for Champion recognition.
In 2024, the Lenovo 360 Circle achieved key milestones in sustainability and leadership, Lenovo, in partnership with The Climate Choice, launched the channel’s first GHG emissions community benchmarking initiative, enabling partners to assess their position, compare within the community, and refine their emissions reduction strategies, reinforcing Lenovo’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and responsible leadership in the channel ecosystem.
“As the executive sponsor of the Lenovo 360 Circle, I am incredibly proud of Lenovo’s continued recognition as a Champion in the Canalys Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix,” shared Pascal Bourguet, Vice President, Global Channel Chief, and Chief Operating Officer of International Markets at Lenovo. “This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to driving meaningful progress in sustainability. Sustainability is not just a business imperative—it’s a shared responsibility, and I am honored to contribute to shaping a future where innovation and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.”
In addition to recognition from Canalys, Lenovo was recently awarded with Platinum Medal recognition by EcoVadis while also receiving a AAA rating on MSCI’s sustainability ratings index. Read more about Lenovo’s Environmental, Social, and Governance performance in the FY2023/24 ESG Report.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 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.
Albertsons Companies is committed to a healthy future, and the connections we have to thousands of communities we serve and the planet we share.
To celebrate Earth Month, Albertsons Cos.’ Recipe for Change Alliance brought together 50 volunteers to clean up the Boise River Walk near Albertsons Cos.’ headquarters building, one of the company’s many teams making a difference across the country.
See original post on LinkedIn and read more about Albertsons Companies and our Recipe for Change on our website.