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Limited-edition collaboration brings together sustainability, Bay Area design, and local pride

SAN FRANCISCO, April 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SF Climate Week, Climatebase, Oaklandish, and Blue & Yellow today announced the launch of the first-ever official SF Climate Week merchandise collection: a limited-edition apparel release created in collaboration between four organizations deeply rooted in the Bay Area and united by a shared commitment to community, climate action, and thoughtful design.

The week includes panels, conferences, networking events, tours, art experiences, volunteer opportunities, and community gatherings hosted by hundreds of organizations working across climate and sustainability. Notable speakers this year include:

Limited-edition collaboration brings together sustainability, Bay Area design, and local pride.

• Daniel Lurie (SF Mayor)
• Barbara Lee (Oakland Mayor)
• Hunter Pence (Former SF Giant’s MLB player)
• Alex Honnold (Rock Climber, Activist)
• Tom Steyer (CA Governor candidate)
• Scott Wiener (CA State Senator)
• Katharine K. Wilkinson (co-editor of All We Can Save)
• Jennifer Granholm (16th U.S. Secretary of Energy)
• Nancy Skinner (California Energy Commission)

This year, SF Climate Week is expected to feature more than 700 events across the San Francisco Bay Area and bring together more than 60,000 attendees.

The collection features premium garments supplied by Blue & Yellow, whose sustainably made, high-quality apparel serves as the foundation for the collaboration. The design was created by Oaklandish, the iconic Bay Area apparel company that has spent decades celebrating Oakland, the East Bay, and the culture and creativity of the region.

The resulting design pays homage to the SF Bay Area and offers a subtle nod to some of the region’s legendary sports teams. Drawing inspiration from the typography, energy, and deep local pride associated with Bay Area sports culture, the collection is rooted in the same spirit of community, identity, and hometown pride that defines SF Climate Week itself.

“This collaboration is about much more than merchandise,” said Jesse Hynes, COO at Climatebase, which organizes SF Climate Week. “It’s about creating something that feels authentically Bay Area — something that celebrates the region, honors the community that has built SF Climate Week, and shows that climate culture can be local, joyful, and deeply connected to place.”

The collection is available now on the Blue & Yellow’s website: https://blueandyellowproject.com/collections/men/products/climate-week-tee-shirts

About SF Climate Week
SF Climate Week is a decentralized, community-powered climate summit returning for its fourth year from April 18–26, 2026. What began as a grassroots effort to bring together the Bay Area climate community has grown into one of the largest climate weeks in the world.

SF Climate Week exists to bring the climate community together, showcase solutions, spark new ideas and partnerships, and help accelerate climate action in the Bay Area and beyond. Notable speakers last year included Al Gore, Nancy Pelosi, SF Mayor Daniel Lurie, and many more.

Learn more about SF Climate Week: https://www.sfclimateweek.org/

About Blue & Yellow

Company Overview:
We turn recycled and reused fabrics into premium, sustainable apparel. From production in North America to our shipping practices, every step is designed to minimize environmental impact: Blue & Yellow Make Green.

About Us:
Blue & Yellow’s mission is to set a more sustainable example. Through honesty, transparency, and old-fashioned resourcefulness, we’ve created a whole new kind of clothing company. One that connects your values with thoughtfully crafted high quality basics.

Our journey toward sustainability starts with a holistic approach to how we craft every piece of clothing. We choose to use yarns spun from recycled textiles and surplus fabrics from the apparel industry, which means we don’t waste water or use toxic chemicals growing cotton, producing yarn, or dyeing fabric. It also means all the material we use in our products are nearly 100% sustainable.

Why the company chose to partner on this project:
We are excited to work with mission-aligned organizations such as SF Climate Week as we “Think Globally, Act Locally”. Our goal is that SF Climate Week can bring awareness to the environmental pitfalls and wasteful practices of the apparel industry while showing our community that there is another, better way and feel good about what you are wearing.

Learn more about Blue & Yellow: https://blueandyellowproject.com

About Oaklandish
Oaklandish is the Bay Area’s original civic pride brand, founded in Oakland in 2000. The Bay Area has always been where the future gets made: the birthplace of social movements, the home of innovators, and the place the world looks to when it wants to know what comes next. Supporting SF Climate Week alongside Blue & Yellow is a natural extension of that legacy. With three retail locations, e-commerce at oaklandish.com, an in-house production facility supporting mission-aligned brands at oaklandishmade.com, and a design identity rooted in The Bay’s culture and community, Oaklandish has spent decades turning local pride into wearable form, and that means being at the forefront of what matters most.

Learn more about Oaklandish: http://oaklandish.com 

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FORT CHIPEWYAN, AB, April 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) Chief and Council are pleased with the decision from the Alberta Court of King’s Bench to issue a stay in the Alberta separation referendum campaign.

Justice Leonard’s decision to issue a stay means that Alberta’s chief electoral officer cannot certify the separation petition until after the court has issued a decision in the court cases launched by Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy.

The three Nations submitted their claim to the court stating that any attempt to secede from Canada, especially without consulting the First Nations, is a violation of the sacred Treaties. Further, they argued that the UCP government’s facilitation of the referendum process, including granting separatists more time to collect signatures and lowering the number of signatures required, was a betrayal of the Duty of the Crown to uphold the Treaties.

“Whether the summer of 1812 or the spring of 2026, Canada’s Indigenous people have always been the first and last line of defense against American annexation. While Ottawa sleeps, Alberta’s first inhabitants are doing everything we can to save confederation. We shall never allow our Treaties to be broken, and we will never bend the knee to foreign tyrants or their useful idiots,” said Chief Adam.

“We are standing up for our Treaties, for our people and for the land that is all under threat through this referendum effort,” said Chief Adam. “We are doing this for all Albertans, especially children and youth, who deserve to grow up in a country that respects the rule of law and recognizes the supremacy of the constitution.”

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AAK’W KWÁAN (JUNEAU), Alaska, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Sealaska Board of Directors approved a $29.7 million spring 2026 distribution to shareholders at its meeting Friday.

The distribution will be issued Thursday, April 16, and includes $3 million in dividends from Sealaska’s business operations, $3.6 million from the Marjorie V. Young (MVY) Shareholder Permanent Fund, and $23.1 million in Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act Section 7(j) natural resource revenue sharing funds for shareholders with Class B or C shares.

“Our work is guided by the understanding that everything is connected,” Chairman Richard Rinehart said. “By aligning strong business results with stewardship of our homelands and meaningful investment in our people, we ensure the value we create continues to support our shareholders and our culture for generations.”

In addition to delivering shareholder value, Sealaska continues to invest in environmental stewardship and climate resilience across Southeast Alaska. This summer, Sealaskawill complete the Mendenhall Barrier Project in Juneau, a flood‑mitigation effort designed to protect community infrastructure and surrounding ecosystems from increasing flood risk.

Over the past two years, Sealaska alongside our partners have completed more than 40 land and habitat projects, restoring nearly 10 miles of salmon streams and 4,400 acres of forest lands. These efforts were carried out in collaboration with Tribes, nonprofits, and state and federal agencies, reflecting a shared commitment to sustainable land management and ecosystem health.

“Our measure of success extends beyond financial performance,” said President Sarah Dybdahl (Aan Shaawátk’i). “Through strong partnerships and long‑term investments in our lands and communities, we are working to ensure resilience, opportunity and stewardship for future generations.”

The spring distribution builds on Sealaska’s mission to strengthen its people, culture and homelands while supporting sustainable economic growth across the region.

About Sealaska
We are Sealaska, the Alaska Native regional corporation for Southeast Alaska formed under federal law in 1971. With more than 27,000 shareholders of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian background our purpose is to strengthen our people, culture and homelands. We invest in and operate businesses that improve the health of our oceans, maintain healthy homelands in Southeast Alaska, and benefit shareholder communities. Learn more at Sealaska.com

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Integrated platform expected to produce one of the lowest carbon intensity fuels in the world.

RUSSELL, Kan., April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PureField Ingredients announced today that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the company’s request to begin permanent geologic sequestration of CO2 from its Russell, Kansas operations. With this approval, PureField is set to launch one of the most advanced integrated food, fuel, and carbon platforms in the United States.

Following final commissioning, PureField will immediately begin carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) operations, unlocking a step-change reduction in emissions and establishing the company as one of the lowest carbon intensity ethanol producers globally.

“This is a defining moment for PureField to meet our commitment to serve Kansas farmers and our customers in the U.S. and around the world,” said Aaron Buettner, CEO of PureField Ingredients. “By combining our advanced, wheat-based feedstock with carbon capture and permanent storage, we are creating a structurally advantaged platform that delivers some of the lowest carbon fuels in the world while simultaneously producing essential food ingredients.”

A Differentiated, Integrated Model
PureField operates a purpose-built, fully integrated system that maximizes the value of every bushel of grain:

• Kansas-grown wheat is processed into functional ingredients used across a variety of food applications
• Residual wheat starch is converted into ethanol and animal feed
• CO2 generated during fermentation is captured and permanently stored underground

This “nothing wasted” model creates multiple value streams from a single input while delivering a structural carbon advantage versus traditional biofuel pathways.

Game-Changing Carbon Advantage
PureField’s differentiated feedstock, derived from residual wheat starch, starts with a significantly lower carbon intensity than conventional biofuels. The addition of CCS further amplifies this advantage:

• Ethanol pathway positioned among the lowest CI fuels in the market globally

• Potential to achieve net-zero or net-negative carbon intensity under applicable methodologies
• Structural advantage driven by the combination of advanced feedstock + CCS

Together, this represents a step-change in both renewable fuels and food ingredient production.

Strengthening U.S. Agriculture and Enabling Future Growth
PureField’s integrated model with CCS creates a platform for continued expansion of U.S. agriculture and manufacturing:

• Supporting local farmers with a durable demand channel for ~20 million bushels of Kansas wheat and sorghum
• Producing high-quality functional wheat protein domestically, reducing reliance on imports that currently supply ~70% of U.S. demand

“With CCS in place, PureField will be able to deliver more sustainable products at scale, while reinforcing our commitment to Russell and the surrounding region,” Buettner added. “It strengthens our position as a long-term employer, supports local agriculture, and creates a foundation for continued growth and investment—driven by the dedication and capabilities of our team.”

About PureField Ingredients
PureField Ingredients operates a premier U.S.-based integrated food ingredient and advanced biofuels platform. From its Russell, Kansas facility, the company produces high-quality functional wheat protein ingredients and low-carbon biofuels from U.S.-grown crops. With the addition of carbon capture and sequestration, PureField is establishing a new benchmark for carbon performance across both food and fuel markets.

Media Contact:
Andrea Zarate
785-261-0355
andrea.zarate@purefield.com

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Addition of prominent insurance recovery group fuels expansion of the firm’s
national platform in New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, and Atlanta

NEW YORK and NEW JERSEY, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With the addition of a nationally recognized 12-lawyer insurance recovery group, Barnes & Thornburg — a national law firm with more than 850 lawyers in 26 markets — significantly expanded the suite of insurance litigation and risk management services that the firm’s Insurance Recovery Group provides to its clients. The group builds on a solid foundation and tradition of the firm exclusively representing policyholders in coverage disputes and adds a strong East Coast presence to its existing Midwest and West Coast footprint.

“This sophisticated group joins us at a pivotal time as we execute on our vision to build on our national areas of strength and provide crucial, market-leading service to our clients,” said Managing Partner Andrew J. Detherage. “This latest acquisition continues our strategic growth and success as a destination for high-level talent.”

The insurance recovery team joins Barnes & Thornburg from Lowenstein Sandler and is led by partner Lynda Bennett, who will serve as co-chair of Barnes & Thornburg’s Insurance Recovery Group. Partners Arthur Armstrong, Alexander Brown, Craig Dashiell, Rachel Hudgins, Eric Jesse, Jeremy King, and Heather Weaver round out the East Coast additions along with associates Alexander Corson, Madison Diaz, Michael Kleinman, and Madilynne Lee.

“I’m excited to join Barnes & Thornburg as co-chair of its Insurance Recovery Practice in the firm’s New Jersey and New York offices. I’m especially proud that my team of 11 lawyers and two outstanding assistants have joined me in this next chapter,” said Bennett. “Our team is now strategically based across our East Coast offices in New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, and Atlanta, with more growth ahead.”

The group represents corporate policyholders in high-stakes insurance coverage litigation addressing leading edge coverage issues across a wide array of coverage lines. They help clients maximize their insurance assets and have secured billions in recoveries for D&O, RWI, Cyber, Product Liability, Environmental, Construction, Employment, Severe Bodily Injury and all other manner of liability claims. Likewise, Barnes & Thornburg is among a select few national law firms that exclusively represent policyholders and manage risk on behalf of clients.

“Our team is highly effective because we are a known quantity within the insurance industry and we understand how the market works. We have deep relationships with insurance brokers and are respected by our adversaries for being strategic and pragmatic,” said Bennett. We are excited to join Barnes & Thornburg because the combination of our two insurance teams creates a coast-to-coast powerhouse of highly skilled coverage practitioners who will leverage the firm’s national platform to serve our clients wherever they need us.”

Bennett joins fellow co-chairs Lilit Asadourian and Kevin Dreher to guide this new team that now includes 50 insurance lawyers and places them across the country from Los Angeles to New York.

“This team’s industry prowess is an incredible addition and asset for our clients. They are extremely knowledgeable about the global insurance industry and seasoned litigators when it comes to insurance coverage and bad faith matters,” said Litigation Department Chair Randy Brown.

The addition of these 12 lawyers follows Barnes & Thornburg recently adding a 39-lawyer Public Finance and Infrastructure group to its Government Services and Finance practice and the associated opening of three new offices in Baltimore, Denver and Phoenix. With the addition of this insurance recovery team, Barnes & Thornburg has now welcomed 85 lawyers to the firm in 2026.

“We are excited for this powerhouse insurance recovery team to join our East Coast offices, particularly in New Jersey and Philadelphia where we have built a substantial presence since opening in 2022 and continue to scale our regional footprint,” said Michael C. Zogby, managing partner of the firm’s office in New Jersey. “Our new colleagues are not only renowned legal strategists but also proven leaders. Their deep roots in New Jersey and Philadelphia, combined with a prominent national profile, reinforces our commitment to excellence for our clients.”

About the Partners

• Lynda Bennett (New Jersey/New York) aggressively litigates, negotiates, and resolves complicated disputes on behalf of corporate policyholders. A “Band-1” Chambers-ranked attorney, Lynda has more than 30 years of commercial litigation experience and has secured billions of dollars in insurance recoveries for her clients. Lynda was named one of New Jersey’s Best 50 Women in Business. Beyond her practice, she is a trailblazer in professional development, having founded her previous firm’s Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) and served as Past President of the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association.

• Arthur Armstrong (Philadelphia) focuses his practice exclusively on representing corporate policyholders in high-stakes insurance recovery matters. He represents privately held and publicly traded companies against primary and excess insurers to secure and maximize coverage under cyber, property, commercial general liability, directors and officers (D&O), errors and omissions (E&O), and other insurance policies. He has extensive experience counseling clients at all stages of an insurance claim life cycle.

• Alexander Brown (Philadelphia) represents corporate policyholders in high-stakes insurance litigation in both state and federal court and has successfully represented his clients in some of the largest insurance recovery efforts. Brown also represents clients in other commercial contexts, including commercial contract disputes, as well as disputes involving TV and film, music, publishing, and likeness rights.

• Craig Dashiell (New Jersey/New York) is a commercial litigator who focuses on resolving complex financial disputes between companies or between individuals over a wide range of matters, including breach of contract disputes and business divorce, as well as trusts and estates litigation with millions of dollars at stake. Dashiell also has extensive experience litigating insurance coverage disputes on behalf of corporate policyholders across a wide array of coverage lines.

• Rachel Hudgins (Atlanta) represents corporate policyholders in high-value insurance disputes and complex claims, litigating in state and federal courts across the country, including U.S. territories. She is known for balancing litigation strategy with pre-suit resolutions. Rachel is also an active thought leader, frequently presenting at industry conferences and authoring chapters and articles for business and insurance publications.

• Eric Jesse (New York/New Jersey) has advised corporate policyholders for over a decade on an array of insurance issues in mergers and acquisitions, claim disputes with insurers, and the placement and renewal of insurance programs. In particular, he has deep experience with several niche specialty policies, including representations and warranties (R&W) insurance, directors and officers (D&O) policies, and cyber insurance.

• Jeremy King (New York) has obtained hundreds of millions of dollars in recoveries for corporate clients in insurance coverage disputes and other civil litigation matters across the country. He regularly represents corporate policyholders seeking to maximize insurance coverage under commercial general liability, directors and officers, crime, property, cyber, and other types of commercial insurance policies. 

• Heather Weaver (New Jersey/New York) is an accomplished litigator who delivers successful outcomes for corporate policyholders in high-stakes insurance coverage and complex commercial disputes across state and federal courts. Her practice spans a broad range of coverage lines, including commercial property, commercial general liability, professional liability, cyber, crime, and product liability, positioning her as a trusted advisor for navigating the most challenging and high-exposure claims.

About Barnes & Thornburg
Barnes & Thornburg operates 26 offices across the United States, enabling more than 850 lawyers to serve clients nationwide. As one of the 100 largest law firms in the country, we provide seamless coast-to-coast coverage for high-stakes litigation, complex transactions and innovative IP matters. Our national reach and knowledge of local markets help clients conduct business confidently wherever opportunities arise. Visit btlaw.com.

Media Contact: stephen.clark@btlaw.com

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The article outlines how climate conditions affect flooring choices and what materials perform best in Missouri homes.

FESTUS, Miss., April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How should homeowners in Missouri adapt their flooring choices to handle the state’s dramatic climate swings? HelloNation has published the answer in an article featuring insights from Nick Hopkins of Hopkins Floor Co in Festus, Missouri.

The HelloNation article explains that Missouri flooring solutions must account for both humid summers and cold, dry winters. These seasonal shifts can cause movement in many flooring materials, leading to visible damage over time. The article emphasizes that selecting the right flooring type is essential for maintaining long-term durability and appearance in homes across the region.

According to the article, natural hardwood flooring is especially sensitive to moisture and temperature changes. It expands during humid conditions and contracts when the air becomes dry, which can result in cupping, gaps, or cracks. The article notes that while hardwood remains a popular choice, it requires careful consideration and maintenance in climates like Missouri.

As an alternative, the article highlights engineered hardwood as a more stable option. Its layered construction helps reduce the amount of expansion and contraction caused by environmental changes. This added stability allows homeowners to achieve the look of hardwood while improving performance in spaces exposed to seasonal humidity and temperature swings. Flooring Experts often point to engineered products as a practical compromise between appearance and resilience.

The article also describes waterproof vinyl flooring as another effective choice among Missouri flooring solutions. This material is particularly useful in areas prone to moisture, such as basements, entryways, and kitchens. Unlike laminate, which can break down when exposed to water, vinyl is designed to resist swelling and warping. The article explains that this durability makes it a dependable option for homeowners seeking low-maintenance flooring that performs consistently year-round.

Beyond material selection, the HelloNation article stresses the importance of proper installation. It explains that even the most durable flooring can fail if it is not installed correctly. Key steps include allowing for expansion gaps and ensuring that subfloor moisture levels are properly managed before installation begins. These measures help prevent long-term issues and extend the lifespan of the flooring.

The article further notes that successful flooring outcomes depend on a combination of product choice and installation technique. Flooring Experts emphasize that climate-aware planning can reduce the risk of damage and improve overall performance. By understanding how different materials react to environmental conditions, homeowners can make more informed decisions that align with both function and design.

In addition, the article explains that Missouri flooring solutions are not just about visual appeal. Durability, moisture resistance, and adaptability all contribute to creating a reliable flooring system. The article encourages homeowners to think beyond initial appearance and consider how materials will perform over time in a changing climate.

The article concludes that choosing the right flooring for Missouri homes involves balancing aesthetics with practical performance. It highlights that careful planning and informed decisions can help homeowners avoid common issues related to expansion and contraction. With the right approach, flooring can remain stable, functional, and visually appealing despite seasonal changes.

HelloNation features insights from Nick Hopkins, Flooring Expert at Missouri Flooring Solutions in Festus, Missouri.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content with storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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