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Key Points
- Through her leadership and volunteer efforts, Marathon Petroleum attorney Mia Lombardi is helping breathe new life into the Community Gardens of Hancock County, Ohio.
- The gardens provide free opportunities for residents to grow fresh food, learn new skills and connect with their neighbors.
- Lombardi’s passion for the project has inspired volunteers, partners and community members to get involved and make a difference.
For Mia Lombardi, giving back is more than showing up. It is about helping something meaningful take root and thrive.
As Chief Counsel in the Law – HESS&PQ (Health, Environment, Safety, Security and Product Quality) organization at Marathon Petroleum, Lombardi spends her workdays navigating complex issues and supporting operations and product quality.
Outside of work, she pours that same energy into a cause close to her heart by leading the Community Gardens of Hancock County in Findlay, Ohio. Established to help address food insecurity, the Gardens provide free plots where community members can grow fresh produce, connect with neighbors and learn new skills.
Located next to CHOPIN Hall, the area’s primary food bank and the Gardens’ current sponsor, the program had served the community for nearly a decade before a three-year hiatus. Lombardi took on the role of restarting and managing the Gardens in 2025. She now also serves on CHOPIN Hall’s board of directors, helping advance the organization’s broader mission of serving neighbors in need.
“Beyond my love for spending time outdoors and around nature, I truly believe community spaces like these are so important,” Lombardi said. “When I learned more about the Gardens and their mission, it felt like a natural fit.”
“Mia has brought incredible energy and passion to the Gardens. She has helped create a renewed sense of purpose around the program.”
Bringing the Gardens back to life
Lombardi has been a driving force in breathing new life into the Gardens, helping coordinate improvements, recruit volunteers and build momentum around the program.
“Like a lot of volunteer-driven efforts, the program just needed a little TLC,” she said. “It’s an important community resource, and it takes people stepping in to help keep it going.”
In spring 2025, despite less-than-ideal weather, Lombardi worked alongside neighbors and nearly 30 Marathon colleagues during the United Way of Hancock County’s annual Days of Caring. Together, they helped give the Gardens the restart they needed almost overnight.
“I felt so lucky to have that kind of support, especially from so many people at Marathon,” she said. “It meant a lot to me and reminded me what community and teamwork really look like.”
More than 60 Marathon volunteers returned in fall 2025 and spring 2026, building on that progress and further strengthening the program.
“I work with Mia day-to-day supporting environmental efforts at Marathon, so I’ve never doubted the commitment and determination she’d bring to a project like the Community Gardens,” said Jason Tansey, Senior Environmental Engineer at Marathon. “Whether she’s at work or volunteering in the community, her passion for making a difference is contagious, and she’s always finding ways to inspire others to get involved.”
A hands-on effort, rooted in passion
For Lombardi, the Gardens are about more than planting and maintaining beds. They’re also about education and connection, especially for neighbors who may need a little extra support or lack access to fresh food. Some of her most meaningful moments have come from hearing how the program has made a difference in people’s lives.
“With this, you can actually see it happening,” Lombardi said. “You can witness the community coming together, working side by side, and feel that you’re making a real difference, no matter the size.”
Lombardi works closely with Ron Rooker, Executive Director of CHOPIN Hall, who has seen firsthand the impact her leadership has had on both the program and the people it serves.
“Mia has brought incredible energy and passion to the Gardens,” Rooker said. “She has led the team in transforming a simple plot of land into a thriving, vibrant green space. Mia has poured her time, energy and heart into this project, ensuring our neighborhood has a beautiful place to connect with nature and one another. She has created a renewed sense of purpose around the program.”
That impact can be felt by community gardeners like Melody Flick, who says the Gardens are a place where more than just tomatoes, honeydew melons and pumpkins can flourish.
“If it’s been a stressful day, I go out to the garden to watch the bees fly from flower to flower or marvel at sunflowers taller than I am,” Flick said. “It has been a joy to work alongside Mia and everyone who makes this place special. We share crops and gardening advice, but more importantly, we’re building a community that means so much to all of us.”
Looking ahead
Building on that success, Lombardi is excited to keep the momentum going. Today, more than 100 garden beds are available to community members who want to grow their own food and connect with others.
“When you build something like this, it’s not just the gardens that grow,” said Lombardi. “The community around them also grows.”
That sense of connection keeps Lombardi involved. While the Gardens have become one of her most visible volunteer efforts, her commitment to serving others extends well beyond the garden beds. She also volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, local cancer patient services, the Hancock Historical Museum, United Way and the Community Foundation.
“Whether it’s hands-on work at the Gardens or helping in other ways, it all reflects the same values I see every day at Marathon,” Lombardi said. “Getting involved locally is how I put those values into action. Knowing our combined efforts are enhancing the lives and places we call home is what keeps me going.”
Key Points
- Through her leadership and volunteer efforts, Marathon Petroleum attorney Mia Lombardi is helping breathe new life into the Community Gardens of Hancock County, Ohio.
- The gardens provide free opportunities for residents to grow fresh food, learn new skills and connect with their neighbors.
- Lombardi’s passion for the project has inspired volunteers, partners and community members to get involved and make a difference.
For Mia Lombardi, giving back is more than showing up. It is about helping something meaningful take root and thrive.
As Chief Counsel in the Law – HESS&PQ (Health, Environment, Safety, Security and Product Quality) organization at Marathon Petroleum, Lombardi spends her workdays navigating complex issues and supporting operations and product quality.
Outside of work, she pours that same energy into a cause close to her heart by leading the Community Gardens of Hancock County in Findlay, Ohio. Established to help address food insecurity, the Gardens provide free plots where community members can grow fresh produce, connect with neighbors and learn new skills.
Located next to CHOPIN Hall, the area’s primary food bank and the Gardens’ current sponsor, the program had served the community for nearly a decade before a three-year hiatus. Lombardi took on the role of restarting and managing the Gardens in 2025. She now also serves on CHOPIN Hall’s board of directors, helping advance the organization’s broader mission of serving neighbors in need.
“Beyond my love for spending time outdoors and around nature, I truly believe community spaces like these are so important,” Lombardi said. “When I learned more about the Gardens and their mission, it felt like a natural fit.”
“Mia has brought incredible energy and passion to the Gardens. She has helped create a renewed sense of purpose around the program.”
Bringing the Gardens back to life
Lombardi has been a driving force in breathing new life into the Gardens, helping coordinate improvements, recruit volunteers and build momentum around the program.
“Like a lot of volunteer-driven efforts, the program just needed a little TLC,” she said. “It’s an important community resource, and it takes people stepping in to help keep it going.”
In spring 2025, despite less-than-ideal weather, Lombardi worked alongside neighbors and nearly 30 Marathon colleagues during the United Way of Hancock County’s annual Days of Caring. Together, they helped give the Gardens the restart they needed almost overnight.
“I felt so lucky to have that kind of support, especially from so many people at Marathon,” she said. “It meant a lot to me and reminded me what community and teamwork really look like.”
More than 60 Marathon volunteers returned in fall 2025 and spring 2026, building on that progress and further strengthening the program.
“I work with Mia day-to-day supporting environmental efforts at Marathon, so I’ve never doubted the commitment and determination she’d bring to a project like the Community Gardens,” said Jason Tansey, Senior Environmental Engineer at Marathon. “Whether she’s at work or volunteering in the community, her passion for making a difference is contagious, and she’s always finding ways to inspire others to get involved.”
A hands-on effort, rooted in passion
For Lombardi, the Gardens are about more than planting and maintaining beds. They’re also about education and connection, especially for neighbors who may need a little extra support or lack access to fresh food. Some of her most meaningful moments have come from hearing how the program has made a difference in people’s lives.
“With this, you can actually see it happening,” Lombardi said. “You can witness the community coming together, working side by side, and feel that you’re making a real difference, no matter the size.”
Lombardi works closely with Ron Rooker, Executive Director of CHOPIN Hall, who has seen firsthand the impact her leadership has had on both the program and the people it serves.
“Mia has brought incredible energy and passion to the Gardens,” Rooker said. “She has led the team in transforming a simple plot of land into a thriving, vibrant green space. Mia has poured her time, energy and heart into this project, ensuring our neighborhood has a beautiful place to connect with nature and one another. She has created a renewed sense of purpose around the program.”
That impact can be felt by community gardeners like Melody Flick, who says the Gardens are a place where more than just tomatoes, honeydew melons and pumpkins can flourish.
“If it’s been a stressful day, I go out to the garden to watch the bees fly from flower to flower or marvel at sunflowers taller than I am,” Flick said. “It has been a joy to work alongside Mia and everyone who makes this place special. We share crops and gardening advice, but more importantly, we’re building a community that means so much to all of us.”
Looking ahead
Building on that success, Lombardi is excited to keep the momentum going. Today, more than 100 garden beds are available to community members who want to grow their own food and connect with others.
“When you build something like this, it’s not just the gardens that grow,” said Lombardi. “The community around them also grows.”
That sense of connection keeps Lombardi involved. While the Gardens have become one of her most visible volunteer efforts, her commitment to serving others extends well beyond the garden beds. She also volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, local cancer patient services, the Hancock Historical Museum, United Way and the Community Foundation.
“Whether it’s hands-on work at the Gardens or helping in other ways, it all reflects the same values I see every day at Marathon,” Lombardi said. “Getting involved locally is how I put those values into action. Knowing our combined efforts are enhancing the lives and places we call home is what keeps me going.”
Scouting America’s Southeast Louisiana Council has selected John O. Hudson III, chief external affairs officer and president of the Entergy Charitable Foundation, as one of the 2026 Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award honorees. The other honorees include Constable Lambert C. Boissiere Jr., attorney Kim M. Boyle and Dr. Margaret Montgomery. This prestigious recognition, presented by Scouting America’s Southeast Louisiana Council, celebrates individuals whose lifelong commitment to equity, opportunity and community advancement reflects the enduring legacy of Whitney M. Young Jr.
Hudson’s dedication to strengthening communities is evident across every facet of his leadership. Through his roles at Entergy, he has championed initiatives that expand access to critical resources, empower underserved populations, and uplift families throughout the Greater New Orleans area and the Gulf South region. His work has helped drive meaningful change for youth and families, ensuring more people have opportunities to thrive.
“Whitney M. Young Jr. was a leader who believed in the power of opportunity, equity and service. He understood that real progress happens when we uplift others, create pathways for people to succeed, and ensure that every child — no matter their background — has a chance to thrive. Tonight’s honor is meaningful because it reflects those values, and it underscores the work so many people here continue to champion every day,” said Hudson.
Additional Entergy employees who volunteer with Scouting America also attended the ceremony to celebrate Hudson’s recognition. Among them were Nicholas Hamilton and Phillip Durocher, whose ongoing involvement with Scouting America reflects Entergy’s shared commitment to youth development and community service.
A tireless advocate and thoughtful mentor, Hudson is known for leading with compassion, integrity and an unwavering commitment to service. Under his guidance, Entergy’s charitable programs have grown in impact and reach, supporting education, workforce development, economic mobility, and community resilience. His leadership continues to inspire colleagues across the company and partners throughout the region.
The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award highlights Hudson’s deep and lasting influence on the young people served by Scouting America. His long-standing support for youth development, mentorship, and community-building efforts aligns closely with the values at the heart of the award.
Learn more here about Entergy’s initiatives that are making a positive impact in our communities.
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As previously seen on the CSRHub blog.
By Bahar Gidwani
CSRHub has had a unique opportunity to track how much climate data is generated each year since 2008. As you can see below, the total number of climate-related indicators in our system has grown steadily, currently providing more than 4,000,000 data points per year.
We see information from a wide range of sources—major Wall Street ratings groups such as MSCI, ISS, S&P Global Trucost, NGOs, academic researchers and government organizations. There have been many efforts to coordinate and standardize the types of carbon information companies and governments report. However, we’ve not yet seen any signs of consolidation in climate metrics.
We were recently asked to look at the estimates for Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon for a set of 60+ AI companies such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Alphabet, Meta, and Alibaba. We used data from three of our sources to construct an average estimate for each company. While the estimates were similar in some cases, there were many cases of huge (e.g., 1X to 10X) differences in estimate. As a result, the standard deviation of the estimates is large.
Note that the variance in estimate increases as we move from Scope 1 to Scope 3. We believe this is because Scope 1 is better defined than Scope 2 and 3, and Scope 3 is often estimated or “modeled”. The 94% standard deviation in the Scope 3 numbers we examined says that only 65% of the numbers we see are within 94% of the average number and 35% are more than 94% away from it. This suggests that two attempts to sum carbon across a supply chain (a typical use for Scope 3 estimates) could result in estimates that are 2X or more different from one another.
These results confirm our view that a simple review of carbon metrics is not likely to be a good way to judge an entity’s climate performance. Other factors such as commitments to targets, the management level at which climate measurement sits, and comparison against other entities with similar product or geo profiles should be considered.
CSRHub benchmarks 62,000 entities based on twelve subcategories. The Energy & Climate Change subcategory measures a company’s effectiveness in addressing climate change through appropriate policies and strategies, energy-efficient operations, and the development of renewable energy and other alternative environmental technologies. The subcategory includes energy use, emissions to air of CO2 and other Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG). This benchmark is a strong signal of performance of climate performance.
CSRHub helps you compare performance against peers with a consensus view, not one source. We identify the factors shaping your ratings and help you focus improvement efforts where they will have the greatest impact. For more information, we welcome hearing from you. Please contact us here.
About CSRHub
CSRHub provides access to the world’s largest corporate social responsibility and sustainability database, powered by expert consensus sustainability ratings, information, and tools. Clients use CSRHub’s decisive data platform for global benchmarking, supply and value chain risk assessment and compliance readiness solutions. Founded in 2007, CSRHub covers 62,000 public and private companies, and provides ESG performance scores on 42,000 companies from 134 industries in 158 countries. Our Big Data platform uses algorithms to aggregate, normalize and weight ESG metrics from 1,000 sources to produce a strong consensus signal on corporate sustainability performance.
Bahar Gidwani is CTO and Co-founder of CSRHub. He has built and run large technology-based businesses for many years. Bahar holds a CFA, worked on Wall Street with Kidder, Peabody, and with McKinsey & Co. Bahar has consulted to a number of major companies and currently serves on the board of several software and Web companies. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School and an undergraduate degree in physics and astronomy. He plays bridge, races sailboats, and is based in New York City
As major tourism generators in Singapore and Macao, Sands’ integrated resorts deliver an array of amenities and attractions to attract global visitors. While known for its luxury hotels and world-class gaming, the company’s resorts also are home to a number of other offerings that create reasons to visit – and revisit, all part of the company’s mission to deliver unparalleled experiences that drive high-value tourism to its regions and ensure Sands’ resorts remain on the leading edge of hospitality.
Delivering unique experiences at the intersection of arts, culture and sustainability is a core niche for Sands, and attractions in both Singapore and Macao have established the company’s integrated resorts as places to be entertained and inspired – from unique immersive, digital experiences to exhibitions by world-renowned creators and up-and-coming regional artists.
ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands
Upon arrival at Marina Bay Sands, guests get a glimpse of one of the most distinct cultural landmarks in Singapore in the visage of the property’s ArtScience Museum. Designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the museum’s exterior is inspired by the shape of a lotus in full bloom, with each frond containing a different gallery. The building is a key component of Marina Bay Sands’ – and Singapore’s – iconic architecture.
Since 2011, ArtScience Museum has curated a slate of exhibitions and programs, from science and future-focused technologies to design and pop culture – a body of work that blends all-time greats with contemporary visionaries.
The museum’s permanent exhibition is teamLab Future World, which features immersive art installations and interactive projects from the international art collective formed in Japan in 2001. teamLab comprises an interdisciplinary group of artists, programmers, engineers and architects who create digital artworks based on borderless art that leverages technology to surround visitors in interactive worlds where they can explore nature and its creations.
The museum also curates original in-house exhibitions and spotlights local and regional talent across both its own productions and world-class exhibitions. It is home to a VR Gallery, ArtScience Cinema and ArtScience Laboratory, where visitors can delve into educational experiences that merge of art, science and technology.
ArtScience Museum’s program in the first half of 2026 demonstrates the diversity and innovation that define its offerings. The year kicked off with “Insects: Microsculptures Magnified,” a collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History featuring 37 striking, high-magnification portraits of insects from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History’s collection.
Launching during Singapore Art Week in January, “NOX: Confessions of a Machine,” marked the first solo show in Southeast Asia by 2024 Frieze London Artist Award recipient Lawrence Lek. This exhibition explored themes of artificial intelligence, automation and machine consciousness while prompting reflection on agency and coexistence beyond human-centric systems.
In March, the museum marked its 15th anniversary with “Flesh and Bones: The Art of Anatomy,” developed in dialogue with the Getty Center in Los Angeles. Bringing together art, science and history, it offers a compelling cross-cultural examination of how the human body has been studied, represented and understood across centuries and cultures.
In early June, the museum premiered “Into the Ocean: Journey Beneath,” a landmark collaboration with OceanX, one of the world’s leading ocean exploration organizations. The multi-sensory exhibition blends art, science and cutting-edge technology to immerse visitors in the mysterious depths of the deep ocean.
Rounding out the first half of 2026, ArtScience Museum announced London-based visionary experiential artist collective Marshmallow Laser Feast as its 2026-2027 ArtScientist-in-Residence. The collective will present a trilogy of works across the museum’s 2026 and early-2027 exhibition program, marking its most extensive engagement in Asia to date.
“ArtScience Museum has long been a space for curiosity, dialogue and discovery, bringing together art, science, technology and culture to explore the questions that define our time,” Angelita Teo, newly appointed vice president of attractions at Marina Bay Sands, said. “By connecting visionary artists, pioneering institutions and new ways of thinking, it has created a distinctive platform for ideas to be experienced, challenged and shared.
“I am honored to steward the museum’s next chapter and look forward to strengthening our collaborations as we continue to develop a program that not only inspires new ways of seeing the world, but also celebrates the curiosity, creativity and craftsmanship that define human excellence. At a time when technology is transforming how we live and work, museums have an increasingly important role in reminding us of what it means to be human and in inspiring us to imagine what we can achieve together.”
teamLab SuperNature Macao at The Venetian Macao
After years of success in Singapore, Sands extended its relationship with teamLab to The Venetian Macao, where teamLab SuperNature Macao opened in 2020. This captivating attraction blurs the boundaries between the human body and art in an interactive space spanning 5,000 square meters and works that soar to eight meters in height. A highlight is the “Floating Flower Garden: Flowers and I are of the Same Root, the Garden and I are One,” in which more than 8,000 living orchids suspend from the ceiling and move as visitors navigate the space.
Another artwork is “Valley of Flowers and People: Lost, Immersed and Reborn,” which captures nature’s changes by tracking the life cycle of flowers. The flowers react to visitor movements and interact with them, creating a continuously changing installation so that each visit is a singular experience. In “The Infinite Crystal Universe,” light points are used to create three-dimensional objects, and visitors can use their smartphones to select elements that make up the universe by dragging them and releasing them into the artwork, which is forever changing and evolving in relation to people in the space.
Sands Gallery at The Grand Suites at Four Seasons
Because promoting arts and culture is important to the Macao community and tourism landscape, Sands China expanded its arts offerings in 2022 with the opening of Sands Gallery at The Grand Suites at Four Seasons.
The permanent art space enables guests to explore diverse and ever-changing art exhibitions such as last year’s “Echoes of a Golden Age: Macro Events through the Micro Visions of Macao’s Legendary Contemporary Artists,” which featured 120 visual art works from nine Macao artists, and “Beyond the Frame: International Contemporary Masterpieces,” in which artists employed diverse mediums to break conventional frameworks through distinctive visual languages. Since opening, Sands Gallery has curated 12 diverse exhibitions from more than 60 esteemed Chinese and international artists.
Currently, the gallery is showcasing a tribute to the centenary of the founding of Iec Long Firecracker Factory, which Sands China has helped revitalize since 2023. The factory represents an important era in Macao’s industrial history and has been reimagined as a cultural symbol in which heritage is renewed through innovation.
“A Century of Iec Long Firecracker Factory in Radiance” runs through August and pays tribute to the history of the firecracker industry in Macao. The exhibition is a collaboration with the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST), the Macao Museum and the Archives of Macao. Professor Ung Vai Meng at MUST curated the historical exhibits to present Macao’s firecracker history in its fullest and most authentic form.
In rejuvenating this integral chapter of Macao’s past at Sands Gallery, the public has free access to discover the brilliance, creativity and craftsmanship that underpinned Macao’s firecracker industry as inspiration for younger generations and visitors to appreciate Macao’s cultural heritage.
“We have always been committed to fostering the development of Macao’s diverse arts and culture,” Dr. Wilfred Wong, executive vice chairman of Sands China, said at the exhibition’s opening. “Since taking on the revitalization of the Iec Long Firecracker Factory in 2023, we have actively invested resources to breathe new life into this important era of Macao’s industrial history, reimagining it as a cultural symbol where heritage is renewed through innovation.”
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Welcome to the latest issue of GreenMoney. We are completing our 33rd year of award-winning publishing on – Impact Investing and Sustainable Business – with this August issue that features some of Our Best articles and Most Popular videos and podcasts. Enjoy and lets us know if you have any ideas for future content, – Cliff Feigenbaum, founder & publisher
• A Wealth of Uncertainty: Climate Change and Financial Well-Being in the 21st Century by Dan Carreno of Natural Investments
• Change the Lending Paradigm: A Model of Success in Native Agriculture Finance by Skya Ducheneaux of Akiptan
• Investing in Ocean Resilience: A Sea Change in Climate Finance by Karen Sack of Ocean Risk & Resilience Action Alliance
• From Honest to Just: How Coca-Cola’s Fumble with Honest Tea Turned into an Unexpected Gift by Seth Goldman of Eat the Change and Just Ice Tea
• Grid Investments in the Age of Electrification, AI and Data Ascendency by Ron Pernick of Clean Edge, Inc.
• How I Found My Way to Impact Investing & Why I Hope More Women Will Join Me by Jenn Pryce of Calvert Impact
• The Largest Climate Catastrophe That No One Knows About by Philippe Cousteau Jr. and Ashlan Cousteau of SeaVoir Wellness
• Farming Smarter: How AI Can Help Farmers Regenerate Land, Empower Workers and Feed the Future by Craig Wichner of Farmland LP
• The Power of the Purse: Investing Her Money Where it Matters Most by Betsy Biemann of Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI)
• The Key to a Net-Zero Future is Lower Carbon Buildings Today by Beau Engman of PACE Equity and Lucas Pappas of Calvert Impact
Also find a variety of our most popular Videos and Podcasts including the GreenMoney Talks series with Amy Domini of Domini Impact Investments.
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- Emergency Use Authorization for Elanco’s CLiK Extra provides livestock producers with a vital tool in the prevention of New World screwworm infestations.
- Elanco also offers producers Negasunt® Powder (coumaphos, propoxur, and sulfanilamide topical powder) and Tanidil®, which received emergency authorizations earlier this year, as well as EPA-registered Catron™ IV.
- Elanco’s technical experts emphasize “eyes on livestock” and early intervention are the most effective ways to minimize animal injury and prevent the parasite’s spread.
INDIANAPOLIS, August 11, 2026 /3BL/ – Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) has announced it has received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for CLiK Extra (dicyclanil topical suspension) wound spray for application on or around wounds to prevent infestations of New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) larvae (myiasis) in sheep, cattle, goats, swine and camelids, as well as captive and captured cervids, American bison, bighorn sheep and Sonoran pronghorn.
Livestock producers and veterinarians can apply Elanco’s CLiK Extra spray on or around wounds, including those associated with birth and following surgical procedures, on animals to help prevent infestations of New World screwworm larvae before they occur. However, if a wound is already infested or an infestation develops after administration, alternative treatment will be necessary since CLiK Extra has not been shown to treat active New World screwworm infestations.
Elanco’s Negasunt Powder and Tanidil received emergency authorizations for prevention and treatment of New World screwworm earlier this year. These products will be available only through the U.S. Animal Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS) and its National Veterinary Stockpile as distributed in coordination with state animal health officials and federally recognized tribal agencies.
Elanco also offers producers Catron IV, one of the few EPA registered products labeled for treatment against screwworm in a variety of livestock species. This screwworm and ear tick spray can help producers kill and control screwworm flies and maggots on beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, hogs and horses.
The reentry of New World screwworm into the U.S., which was confirmed by the United States Department of Agriculture in June, poses a critical risk to farmers and ranchers, pet owners and the veterinary community.i Unlike other pests, screwworm larvae aggressively consume the living flesh of their hosts, making them a danger to any warm-blooded animal, ranging from livestock and companion animals to wildlife and humans.ii
“Education is a producer’s most powerful tool in this fight,” says Dr. M. Wayne Ayers, DVM, Senior Technical Consultant for Elanco. Ayers advises that staying informed through trusted experts and knowing exactly where the fly is active are top priorities.
“The second pillar of protection is prevention,” he says. “By checking animals as often as possible and using appropriate wound care for any noticeable lesions or sores, producers can potentially avoid conditions that might lead to New World screwworm larvae infestations. Speed is crucial. It minimizes injury to the animal, lowers the risk of death, and most importantly, prevents the next generation of flies from completing their lifecycle and expanding the outbreak.”
“Now that New World screwworm is back in the United States, we want producers to know they don’t have to figure this out alone,” Ayers continued. “Elanco is here to help. We can look at your current situation to help you see where you can sharpen your protocols and ensure you’re reaching for the right product at exactly the right moment to protect your animals.”
CLiK Extra will be available for purchase by animal health professionals, livestock producers and those managing captive and captured wildlife through standard product channels.
To learn more about New World screwworm using the following resources:
- Screwworm.gov
- USDA NWS Alert and Fact Sheet
- NCBA NWS Resources
- FDA Information for Veterinarians on NWS
Emergency Use Authorization of CLiK Extra (dicyclanil topical suspension) Wound Spray for New World Screwworm (NWS)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the emergency use of the unapproved product CLiK Extra for application on or around wounds for the prevention of infestations caused by New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) larvae (myiasis) in sheep, cattle, goats, swine, camelids, and the following captive and captured wildlife species: cervids, American bison, bighorn sheep, and Sonoran pronghorn. CLiK Extra is not approved for this use.
For additional information on the EUA and for complete safety information, please refer to the CLiK Extra NWS Fact Sheet.
Limitations of Authorized Use
It is a violation of Federal law to use this drug product other than as directed in the fact sheet.
Sheep, cattle, goats, swine, cervids, American bison, and bighorn sheep must not be slaughtered or harvested for human consumption within 86 days of treatment.
For captured cervids, captured American bison, and captured bighorn sheep, use only when there is a reasonable certainty that the treated animal will not be slaughtered or harvested for human consumption within 86 days of treatment.
Treated Sonoran pronghorn and camelids may not be used for human consumption.
A milk discard time has not been established for this product. Do not use in animals producing milk for human consumption.
A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Treated calves and calves born to treated cows must not be processed for veal.
CLiK Extra is authorized for this use only for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of the emergency use of CLiK Extra under Section 564(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the declaration is terminated or the authorization is revoked sooner.
Additional Important Safety Information
Not for use in humans. Keep out of reach of children. Use disposable gloves and protective clothing when handling this product, and wash hands after use. In case of accidental ingestion, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately. For external use only. CLiK Extra will not treat an active NWS infestation. If a wound is already infested, or an infestation develops after CLiK Extra administration, alternative treatment for the animal is necessary. Treated animals should be kept away from surface waters for at least one hour after treatment due to serious risk to aquatic life.
Emergency Use Authorization of Negasunt Powder (coumaphos, propoxur, and sulfanilamide topical powder) for New World Screwworm (NWS)
WARNING: Neurotoxicity. Read full Fact Sheet for complete information.
- Coumaphos and propoxur can cause neurotoxicity. May be fatal if swallowed. May be fatal if inhaled. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing.
- Use only with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE): coveralls worn over long-sleeve shirt and long pants, shoes, socks, and protective eyewear; chemical-resistant gloves made of barrier laminate, butyl rubber (≥ 14 mils), nitrile rubber (≥14 mils), neoprene rubber (>14 mils), natural rubber (≥14 mils), polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ≥14 mils, or Viton (>14 mils); and a minimum of a NIOSH-approved elastomeric half mask respirator consisting of protection factor (PF) 10 fitted with organic vapor (OV) cartridges and combination R or P filters; or a NIOSH-approved gas mask with OV canisters; or a NIOSH-approved powered air purifying respirator with OV cartridges and combination HE filters.
- This product is toxic to mammals, birds, fish, and aquatic invertebrates.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the emergency use of the unapproved product Negasunt Powder for the prevention and treatment of infestations caused by New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) larvae (myiasis) in cattle, swine, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, domestic hybrid equids, and captive wild, exotic, and zoo mammals. Negasunt Powder is not approved for this use.
For use by employees of federal, state, local, and federally recognized tribal agencies, and persons working under their authority and at their direction. Also for use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian in NWS infested zones and adjacent surveillance zones as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
For additional information on the EUA and for complete safety information, please refer to the Negasunt Powder NWS Fact Sheet.
Limitations of Authorized Use
It is a violation of federal law to use this drug product other than as directed in the authorized Fact Sheet.
Treated animals must not be slaughtered for human consumption within 28 days of the last treatment.
A milk discard time has not been established for this product; do not use in animals producing milk for human consumption.
A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves; treated calves and calves born to treated cows must not be processed for veal.
Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Do not use in domestic indoor pets (e.g., dogs, cats, rodents, rabbits) nor in residences. Do not use in birds. Do not use in free-ranging wildlife.
To avoid overexposure, each individual person cannot treat more than 3 large wounds (>2 inches diameter) a day or more than 30 small superficial wounds (≤2 inches diameter) a day (or an equivalent thereof) with Negasunt Powder or any other coumaphos-containing products.
Negasunt Powder is authorized for this use only for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of the emergency use of Negasunt Powder under section 564(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the declaration is terminated or the authorization is revoked sooner.
Federal law prohibits the extra-label use of this drug.
Additional Important Safety Information
Not for use in humans. Keep out of reach of children. Only handlers wearing required PPE may be in the area during application. Do not apply in a confined, non-ventilated area; provide thorough ventilation. Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice if Negusant Powder is swallowed, inhaled, on skin or clothing, or in eyes. Sulfonamides are contraindicated in animals that are hypersensitive to them and in animals with severe renal or hepatic impairment. For external use only on animals. Do not contaminate water, feed, troughs, feed handling equipment, or milk or meat handling equipment. Use with caution in very young, weak, or debilitated animals. In the case of overdose, treat with atropine sulfate or pralidoxine chloride (2-PAM) as soon as possible. The most common adverse reactions associated with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity in animals include frequent urination and defecation, muscle twitching, and watering eyes.
Important Information about Tanidil
Tanidil™ is an unregistered product for distribution and use only under a Section 18 emergency exemption. The Section 18 labeling must be in the possession of the user at the time of pesticide application. This product may only be used to prevent or control New World screwworm in and on animal wounds on labeled animal host species.
For use only by federal, state, local, and federally recognized tribal agencies, and persons working under their supervision; personnel at quarantine stations and areas; veterinarians; veterinarians or certified applicators at livestock and game facilities, zoos, wildlife facilities, animal rehabilitation centers; and wildlife professionals.
Read the entire label. This product must be used strictly in accordance with this label’s precautionary statements and use directions, as well as with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Please visit the Tanidil fact sheet for more information.
Use Period: This exemption is effective on April 27, 2026 and expires on April 27, 2029. No applications of Tanidil may be made under the emergency exemption before its effective date or after its expiration date.
ABOUT ELANCO
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders and society as a whole. With 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to breaking boundaries and going beyond to help our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. Learn more at www.elanco.com.
Catron IV, CLiK Extra, Negasunt, Tanidil, Elanco and the diagonal bar logo are trademarks of Elanco or its affiliates. © 2026 Elanco or its affiliates
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i USDA Confirms Presence of New World Screwworm in the United States | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
ii New World Screwworm.” www.aphis.usda.gov, www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/cattle/ticks/screwworm.
Originally published on CVS Health Company Newsroom
WOONSOCKET, R.I., August 11, 2026 /3BL/ – CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) announced that its AI Learning Academy earned two Golds and one Silver at the 11th Annual Stevie Awards for Great Employers, a global honor recognizing organizations for excellence in employee development, training and workplace culture. The company earned Gold in the Employee Upskill/Reskill Training and AI Workforce Innovation Team of the Year categories, and Silver in AI in Learning and Skills Development Achievement.
Launched in February 2026, the AI Learning Academy used a phased, persona-based learning model to build practical AI capabilities across the enterprise. The program generated more than 18,500 live session attendances, achieving up to a 72% improvement in colleague confidence using AI. Thirty days after training, up to 90% of participants reported sustained productivity gains of 45-60 minutes per week, and enterprise-wide adoption of AI tools has continued to climb.
The judges were glowing in their remarks. One said, “This is an exceptionally strong and strategically mature training program submission that demonstrates enterprise-scale impact, measurable behavioral change, and clear alignment between learning outcomes and business transformation.” Another wrote, “The Academy’s fusion of role-specific design, responsible AI guardrails, and measurable adoption sets a strong benchmark for the health care sector.”
Putting colleagues at the center of AI adoption
“Technology alone doesn’t transform an organization, people do,” said Sherif Kamel, SVP, Chief Digital & Technology Officer, CVS Health. “This program puts our colleagues at the center, meeting them where they are with the skills, confidence and context they need to make AI work for the business.”
“AI won’t define the future of work, people who know how to leverage AI will,” said Greg Karanastasis, SVP, Talent & Development, CVS Health. “Our AI Academy is one of those enablers.
The Academy was built through a cross-functional coalition of business leaders, Learning and Development teams, technology domain experts, and AI platform and adoption analytics teams, embedding responsible-AI training directly into the curriculum.
2026 Stevie Award wins to date
The Great Employers honor is CVS Health’s second Stevie Award recognition of the year. In April 2026, the company was named a Stevie Award winner at the American Business Awards for its enterprise-scale AI work:
- Gold, Enterprise AI —Predictive Modeling, Clinical Authorization & Claims Orchestration
- Silver, Customer Experience AI — Agentic Twins
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About CVS Health
CVS Health is a leading health solutions company simplifying health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As of March 31, 2026, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 88 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated more than 37 million people through a broad range of health insurance products and related services. The Company’s integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.
About the American Business Awards
The American Business Awards are the nation’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S. are eligible to submit nominations — public and private, for profit and nonprofit, large and small.
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MetLife offers extensive benefits and resources for our employees to prioritize their health, financial security and overall well‑being—so they can thrive at work and beyond. MetLife tailors Company-paid and/or subsidized benefits, including healthcare, dental insurance, disability, life insurance and retirement benefits, to the needs of each market, and offers competitive paid time off in all markets.
Embedding Well-Being Every Day
Our global BeWell initiative demonstrates our commitment to everyday, holistic wellbeing by connecting employees to health and wellness resources, individual support and leader tools. We raise awareness of our benefits through storytelling, leader messages and awareness campaigns. MetLife’s new Ask HR chatbot helps our U.S., Japan and Chile employees find information on benefits and other HR topics quickly and easily to better understand and utilize the services available to them.
Benefits available to eligible employees cover physical, financial and mental health, and may extend to family members, with offerings tailored to each market. MetLife’s medical plan for U.S. employees provides access to free health improvement programs that address digestive health, cancer care, family building, menopause, back and joint pain, pelvic health, managing diabetes or high blood pressure and smoking cessation.
Mental health continues to be a focus at MetLife, especially for employees who handle emotionally heavy interactions, such as our customer care associates. Our Employee Assistance Program, available in several markets, offers free and confidential counseling and coaching, advice on emotional, mental and financial well-being, and more. We encourage employees globally to take micro-breaks throughout the day to support their mental and physical well-being, offering an app integrated into our everyday work experience that guides movement and breathing breaks.
U.S. employees can access ancillary benefits such as legal advice, caregiving support, back-up child and elder care, resources for individuals with disabilities, college advice, parenting support, grief resources, financial wellness benefits and work-life support. They also have access to the online child safety features available through our partnership with Aura.1
Find out more about MetLife’s benefits in our U.S. Employee Programs & Benefits document, including information on parental leave.
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