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FARMINGTON, Conn., January 15, 2026 /3BL/ – Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world’s leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service, is making its successful Little Engineers program available everywhere the company does business.

What is Little Engineers?

Little Engineers is a hands-on, elevator-focused STEM education initiative designed to teach young students about the technology, safety and history of the elevator and escalator industry. Originally launched in Hong Kong SAR, more than 800 students across Greater China and the Asia Pacific regions have engaged in the Little Engineers program.

Where is it expanding?

Now, Otis is expanding the program globally, strengthening community engagement by empowering Otis colleagues to serve as Little Engineers volunteers, and motivating students to explore STEM fields early.

The program recently expanded to the Middle East. In Saudi Arabia, Otis volunteers partnered with the Jeddah Orphans Association to deliver meaningful STEM experiences to young learners. And in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, volunteers led 50 students through the program at Sharjah Indian School.

What do the students do?

Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects and virtual adventures, primary school students can explore the science behind elevators and escalators, learn about vertical mobility technologies, and build mini elevators and pulley systems.

Why is it important?

The global expansion of Little Engineers supports Otis’ commitment to inspire youth around the world to become part of our dynamic industry, while reinforcing its dedication to safety, innovation, and community engagement.

“This global expansion reflects Otis’ commitment to engaging meaningfully in the communities we serve. Through initiatives like Little Engineers, we’re helping young people discover the excitement of STEM, gain a basic understanding of elevator systems and core technology and learn and practice safe-riding tips,” said Matt Turner, Vice President of Social Impact at Otis. “Programs like Little Engineers also allow us to introduce students to the human side of engineering – its creativity and real-world impact. It’s a way to spark interest early and share the passion that drives so many of our engineers today.”

How does Little Engineers compare with other Otis Social Impact programs?

Little Engineers complements Otis’ flagship social impact program, Made to Move Communities.™ While Made to Move Communities focuses on students ages 14 and older with innovation-driven problem solving, Little Engineers engages younger learners through hands-on exploration.

To learn more about the Little Engineers program and how Otis is investing in the future of vertical mobility, visit https://www.otis.com/en/us/our-company/social-impact.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 44,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

 

FARMINGTON, Conn., January 15, 2026 /3BL/ – Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world’s leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service, is making its successful Little Engineers program available everywhere the company does business.

What is Little Engineers?

Little Engineers is a hands-on, elevator-focused STEM education initiative designed to teach young students about the technology, safety and history of the elevator and escalator industry. Originally launched in Hong Kong SAR, more than 800 students across Greater China and the Asia Pacific regions have engaged in the Little Engineers program.

Where is it expanding?

Now, Otis is expanding the program globally, strengthening community engagement by empowering Otis colleagues to serve as Little Engineers volunteers, and motivating students to explore STEM fields early.

The program recently expanded to the Middle East. In Saudi Arabia, Otis volunteers partnered with the Jeddah Orphans Association to deliver meaningful STEM experiences to young learners. And in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, volunteers led 50 students through the program at Sharjah Indian School.

What do the students do?

Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects and virtual adventures, primary school students can explore the science behind elevators and escalators, learn about vertical mobility technologies, and build mini elevators and pulley systems.

Why is it important?

The global expansion of Little Engineers supports Otis’ commitment to inspire youth around the world to become part of our dynamic industry, while reinforcing its dedication to safety, innovation, and community engagement.

“This global expansion reflects Otis’ commitment to engaging meaningfully in the communities we serve. Through initiatives like Little Engineers, we’re helping young people discover the excitement of STEM, gain a basic understanding of elevator systems and core technology and learn and practice safe-riding tips,” said Matt Turner, Vice President of Social Impact at Otis. “Programs like Little Engineers also allow us to introduce students to the human side of engineering – its creativity and real-world impact. It’s a way to spark interest early and share the passion that drives so many of our engineers today.”

How does Little Engineers compare with other Otis Social Impact programs?

Little Engineers complements Otis’ flagship social impact program, Made to Move Communities.™ While Made to Move Communities focuses on students ages 14 and older with innovation-driven problem solving, Little Engineers engages younger learners through hands-on exploration.

To learn more about the Little Engineers program and how Otis is investing in the future of vertical mobility, visit https://www.otis.com/en/us/our-company/social-impact.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 44,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

 

As we reflect on the past year, the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) would like to recognize and sincerely thank Nicolas Clerget, Global Director of Net Zero Carbon Strategy at HEINEKEN, for his outstanding leadership as BIER’s 2025 Steering Committee Chair.

Throughout his tenure, Nicolas brought an exceptional level of industry insight, strategic perspective, and deep engagement to BIER’s leadership. He demonstrated a rare ability to see both the immediate realities facing the beverage sector and the longer-term shifts shaping its future. His perspective consistently helped the Steering Committee and broader membership think more clearly and ambitiously about what meaningful progress looks like.

Nicolas was highly engaged with both the Steering Committee and the BIER team. He came to discussions well prepared, asked thoughtful, probing questions, and offered perspectives grounded in practical experience while remaining oriented toward long-term impact. He served as an invaluable sounding board, helping to pressure-test ideas, sharpen priorities, and ensure that conversations stayed focused on outcomes that matter.

Under Nicolas’s leadership, BIER advanced several vital initiatives that strengthened collaboration and extended the organization’s reach. This included supporting the organization of the BIER European Summit in Sevilla, which fostered deeper dialogue across the industry and created space for engagement beyond BIER’s core membership. Nicolas also encouraged outreach to non-BIER companies, helping broaden participation in industry platforms and reinforcing BIER’s role as a convening forum for shared learning and collective action.

Perhaps most notably, Nicolas brought a forward-thinking mindset to his role as Chair. He encouraged proactive dialogue around emerging issues and supported BIER’s efforts to begin shaping its 2030 roadmap, emphasizing the importance of pairing long-term vision with concrete goals. His leadership helped ensure that strategic discussions remained grounded in execution, accountability, and real-world impact.

Through his guidance, Nicolas helped foster a constructive, solutions-oriented culture within the Steering Committee, one where companies could engage candidly, align on priorities, and collaborate on shared challenges. His leadership reinforced BIER’s role as a trusted forum where members can collectively raise the bar for environmental performance across the beverage sector.

As BIER continues to build on nearly two decades of collaboration and impact, Nicolas’s stewardship in 2025 has strengthened the organization and positioned it well for the work ahead. His commitment, insight, and leadership have left a lasting mark on BIER and its community.

We are deeply grateful for Nicolas’s time, dedication, and thoughtful leadership. Thank you, Nicolas, for your service as Chair and for the meaningful contributions you have made to advancing environmental sustainability across the beverage industry.

The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) is a technical coalition of leading global beverage companies working together to advance environmental sustainability within the beverage sector.

As we reflect on the past year, the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) would like to recognize and sincerely thank Nicolas Clerget, Global Director of Net Zero Carbon Strategy at HEINEKEN, for his outstanding leadership as BIER’s 2025 Steering Committee Chair.

Throughout his tenure, Nicolas brought an exceptional level of industry insight, strategic perspective, and deep engagement to BIER’s leadership. He demonstrated a rare ability to see both the immediate realities facing the beverage sector and the longer-term shifts shaping its future. His perspective consistently helped the Steering Committee and broader membership think more clearly and ambitiously about what meaningful progress looks like.

Nicolas was highly engaged with both the Steering Committee and the BIER team. He came to discussions well prepared, asked thoughtful, probing questions, and offered perspectives grounded in practical experience while remaining oriented toward long-term impact. He served as an invaluable sounding board, helping to pressure-test ideas, sharpen priorities, and ensure that conversations stayed focused on outcomes that matter.

Under Nicolas’s leadership, BIER advanced several vital initiatives that strengthened collaboration and extended the organization’s reach. This included supporting the organization of the BIER European Summit in Sevilla, which fostered deeper dialogue across the industry and created space for engagement beyond BIER’s core membership. Nicolas also encouraged outreach to non-BIER companies, helping broaden participation in industry platforms and reinforcing BIER’s role as a convening forum for shared learning and collective action.

Perhaps most notably, Nicolas brought a forward-thinking mindset to his role as Chair. He encouraged proactive dialogue around emerging issues and supported BIER’s efforts to begin shaping its 2030 roadmap, emphasizing the importance of pairing long-term vision with concrete goals. His leadership helped ensure that strategic discussions remained grounded in execution, accountability, and real-world impact.

Through his guidance, Nicolas helped foster a constructive, solutions-oriented culture within the Steering Committee, one where companies could engage candidly, align on priorities, and collaborate on shared challenges. His leadership reinforced BIER’s role as a trusted forum where members can collectively raise the bar for environmental performance across the beverage sector.

As BIER continues to build on nearly two decades of collaboration and impact, Nicolas’s stewardship in 2025 has strengthened the organization and positioned it well for the work ahead. His commitment, insight, and leadership have left a lasting mark on BIER and its community.

We are deeply grateful for Nicolas’s time, dedication, and thoughtful leadership. Thank you, Nicolas, for your service as Chair and for the meaningful contributions you have made to advancing environmental sustainability across the beverage industry.

The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) is a technical coalition of leading global beverage companies working together to advance environmental sustainability within the beverage sector.

The Rockwell Automation 2025 Sustainability Report showcases how the company is bringing together technology and manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow.

“As both a manufacturer and a trusted partner to industrial companies around the world, Rockwell is uniquely positioned to lead the transformation of operations through innovation and sustainability,” said Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO, Rockwell Automation. “Our technologies help customers reduce energy use, minimize waste, and lower emissions while improving productivity and quality. From smart machines and digital twins to advanced motion control and cybersecurity, our solutions are enabling manufacturers to meet their sustainability goals without compromising performance.”

The report reflects how Rockwell’s sustainability strategy is embedded across the business, from how the company designs and innovates, to how the company sources, manufactures, and delivers solutions to customers. It’s built around three core focus areas: Environment, Social, and Governance.

• Environment: Advancing energy and emissions management, designing products for sustainability, and building a responsible supply chain.
• Social: Creating a culture that empowers our people, prioritizes safety, and invests in the future workforce.
• Governance: Demonstrating integrity in everything Rockwell does—from cybersecurity and product safety to enterprise risk and ethical leadership.

The company drives outcomes that extend across stakeholders:

• Sustainable Customers: Enabling customers to meet their own sustainability goals through scalable, intelligent solutions.
• Sustainable Company: Working relentlessly to make Rockwell’s operations and culture even more safe, efficient, and responsible.
• Sustainable Communities: Investing in the places where employees live and work, creating lasting impact through education, workforce development, and environmental stewardship.

Our actions are grounded in measurable progress:

• Setting science-based targets to help deliver on emissions reductions.
• Investing in adaptation and resilience, climate-proofing supply chains.
• Scaling digital and AI solutions that unlock efficiencies and improve risk visibility.

“These efforts are not about checking boxes. They’re about building a more resilient business and creating long-term value,” said Emmanuel Guilhamon, Vice President, Sustainability, Rockwell Automation. “Sustainability is a growth strategy, and this report is our way of showing how that strategy comes to life.”

Read Rockwell’s 2025 Sustainability Report.

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The Rockwell Automation 2025 Sustainability Report showcases how the company is bringing together technology and manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow.

“As both a manufacturer and a trusted partner to industrial companies around the world, Rockwell is uniquely positioned to lead the transformation of operations through innovation and sustainability,” said Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO, Rockwell Automation. “Our technologies help customers reduce energy use, minimize waste, and lower emissions while improving productivity and quality. From smart machines and digital twins to advanced motion control and cybersecurity, our solutions are enabling manufacturers to meet their sustainability goals without compromising performance.”

The report reflects how Rockwell’s sustainability strategy is embedded across the business, from how the company designs and innovates, to how the company sources, manufactures, and delivers solutions to customers. It’s built around three core focus areas: Environment, Social, and Governance.

• Environment: Advancing energy and emissions management, designing products for sustainability, and building a responsible supply chain.
• Social: Creating a culture that empowers our people, prioritizes safety, and invests in the future workforce.
• Governance: Demonstrating integrity in everything Rockwell does—from cybersecurity and product safety to enterprise risk and ethical leadership.

The company drives outcomes that extend across stakeholders:

• Sustainable Customers: Enabling customers to meet their own sustainability goals through scalable, intelligent solutions.
• Sustainable Company: Working relentlessly to make Rockwell’s operations and culture even more safe, efficient, and responsible.
• Sustainable Communities: Investing in the places where employees live and work, creating lasting impact through education, workforce development, and environmental stewardship.

Our actions are grounded in measurable progress:

• Setting science-based targets to help deliver on emissions reductions.
• Investing in adaptation and resilience, climate-proofing supply chains.
• Scaling digital and AI solutions that unlock efficiencies and improve risk visibility.

“These efforts are not about checking boxes. They’re about building a more resilient business and creating long-term value,” said Emmanuel Guilhamon, Vice President, Sustainability, Rockwell Automation. “Sustainability is a growth strategy, and this report is our way of showing how that strategy comes to life.”

Read Rockwell’s 2025 Sustainability Report.

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Originally published on Guiding Stars Health & Nutrition News

by Kitty Broihier

Have you noticed that protein’s popularity shows no signs of slowing? It seems everywhere you look there’s a social media post, commercial, or diet program touting the importance of protein and why you should be getting more of it. And don’t get me started on the proliferation of protein-enhanced packaged food products on the shelves these days. Do we really need more protein? Is this pro-protein stance just a marketing gimmick? Let’s take a look at what science says about protein versus the hype.

Claim: Everyone Needs More Protein

A high-protein diet is often portrayed as being universally beneficial, but the truth is more nuanced. Protein is an essential nutrient. We all need to consume it daily for a variety of functions, but are we all lacking protein? Not exactly. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of protein is set low (at the minimum needed daily to prevent malnutrition in most healthy adults). Most American adults at least meet that amount, according to the U.S. Dietary Guidelines. And certain groups, such as males age 19 – 60, are exceeding that amount.

There is a growing call to increase the RDA for protein, however, which hasn’t changed since 2005. This adjustment would help account for more accurate methods of measuring the use of protein in the body. There is also new science showing that certain groups need more than the minimum amounts to meet their metabolic needs. They include people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, older adults, young children, and people who are physically active. Anyone in one or more of these categories may require substantially higher amounts of protein than the current RDA dictates.

Verdict: The claim that everyone needs more is hype. However, some people likely do need more. Protein needs are not a one-size-fits-all situation. Your actual needs will vary according to your age, health status, activity levels, and health goals. Consider talking with your physician or consulting with a registered dietitian if you’re concerned that you might not be getting enough protein in your diet.

Claim: Eating Animal Protein Is the Best Way to Meet Protein Needs

Carnivore diet proponents push us to eat more and more animal protein (often to the exclusion of other foods). They base their arguments on the fact that animal proteins are complete proteins. This means that animal proteins contain all the amino acids your body needs.

Plant proteins, on the other hand, are considered incomplete. Nevertheless, it is possible to get all the protein you need each day from plant sources. What’s more, plant sources of protein are not associated with the increased cardiovascular risks of animal proteins. Also, plant-based proteins such as nuts, seeds, legumes, soy products, whole grains, and vegetables beat animal-based proteins in health-promoting benefits. For example, they include more fiber, less saturated fat, and a variety of beneficial phytonutrients.

Verdict: Animal proteins are not necessary to meet protein requirements—that’s hype. And red meat and processed meats especially link with negative health outcomes. Experts recommend varying your protein sources, and when you do have animal proteins, choose lower-fat options to minimize risk. Shifting your diet to achieve more balance between animal and plant proteins is a smart health move. Check out the wide selection of Guiding Star-earning plant-based recipes here.

Claim: Consumers Need More Protein-Packed Food Options

Many consumers report increasing their protein consumption in recent years. According to a recent survey by the International Food Information Council, considering whether a food is a “good source of protein” is now a primary selection factor. And 70% of these survey respondents said they are actively trying to consume more protein. So it’s no surprise that food manufacturers are offering up more options featuring pumped-up protein levels.

Nutritional need doesn’t necessarily drive the quest for more protein, that’s clear. The increased consumer interest likely has at least several drivers, including:

• Media and social media promotion of higher-protein diets
• Increasing use of GLP-1 medications
• Weight loss and/or fitness goals

Guiding Stars does not include protein as one of the factors by which we assign star ratings. Protein varies widely by food group, and a lower-protein food is not necessarily less nutritious than one with more protein. And it’s the goal of Guiding Stars to lead you to nutrient-dense foods, not just protein-rich ones. (For more on Guiding Stars’ take on protein, check out this post.)

Verdict: This is true—consumers do want more protein-packed foods. But let’s keep in mind that eating more protein-enhanced foods isn’t necessary for eating adequate protein. There’s no nutritional need for toaster pastries and candy bars with added protein, and these kinds of foods aren’t suddenly super healthy because they have a few grams of added protein. Getting enough protein means having enough of this macronutrient in your overall diet, not relying on specific foods to do the heavy lifting.

About Guiding Stars

Guiding Stars is an objective, evidence-based, nutrition guidance program that evaluates foods and beverages to make nutritious choices simple. Products that meet transparent nutrition criteria earn a 1, 2, or 3 star rating for good, better, and best nutrition. Guiding Stars can be found in more than 2,000 grocery stores and through the Guiding Stars Food Finder app.

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