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NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — National CARES is proud to announce today a new collaboration with The Coca-Cola Company in North America, aimed at empowering young leaders and supporting equitable access to opportunity in our communities.
Inspired by the upcoming FIFA World Cup 26TM, Coca-Cola is supporting community groups across the country to help drive economic growth and inclusion, help the next generation of leaders unlock their potential, and make positive and long-lasting contributions to local communities.
Through this partnership, National CARES will be a key collaborator in the rollout and participation in the new Coca-Cola FC (Future Careers) Academy, which kicked off in December — an ambitious, new soccer-inspired digital learning and career-development experience, designed to equip young people with the skills and confidence to step into sports marketing and related industries. Through participating in this youth leadership initiative, National CARES will help provide skills-building workshops, expand access to educational resources, host community leadership events, and equip young leaders with the tools they need to unlock their potential and create meaningful, lasting change with young people participating in National CARES programs.
“We are proud to join forces with Coca-Cola on Coca-Cola FC Academy to help shape the next generation of sports executives,” said Stephen Powell, Chief Programs and Partnerships Officer at the National CARES Mentoring Movement. “By harnessing the expertise of extraordinary mentors who bring specialized skills, we are opening doors for young people to thrive—building confidence, leadership, and community connections that will empower their post-secondary success.”
Coca-Cola’s support reflects its broader mission to empower local economies and inspire the next generation through targeted investments in post-secondary and youth-leadership programs. By focusing on economic mobility, inclusion, and community-driven opportunities, Coca-Cola is building a legacy of connection that extends far beyond the tournament.
“We live by our purpose to refresh the world and make a difference, and through experiences like Coca-Cola FC Academy, we’re investing in the skills, confidence, and career pathways that help young people succeed, while supporting organizations that uplift communities,” said Alba Baylin, Vice President of Stakeholder and Social Impact Management at The Coca-Cola Company, North America. “Whether it’s on the soccer field or off it, we believe our role goes far beyond delivering refreshing beverages and are committed to creating a lasting impact that empowers and benefits the places we serve.”
National CARES is proud to work with Coca-Cola in making a meaningful impact in communities we serve. The collaboration will continue through 2026, offering community events and youth-led initiatives that align with both organizations’ values and missions. For more information, please visit: https://cokeurl.com/fcncmm
About National CARES Mentoring Movement
National CARES Mentoring Movement is a pioneering organization dedicated to healing, stabilizing and advancing the lives of our children suffering from the harsh impacts of generational poverty. In 58 U.S. cities, CARES Affiliates recruit, train and connect mentors with youth-serving organizations and under-resourced schools that have a desperate need of volunteers. In select cities, volunteer mentors support CARES-trained psychologists and other healing experts in facilitating our life-transforming programs, proven effective, and singular on a national scale. The group-mentoring structure positions us to reach multitudes of children in need.
National CARES’ consciousness-changing curricula equip youngsters to heal the unaddressed traumas of growing up in poverty along the margins of society. Our interactive gatherings in schools and University for Parents program instill hope, trust, and a love for learning. A strengthened sense of self and confidence rise as our leaders guide participants along pathways toward mutuality and financial mobility. CARES’ programs are designed to foster a lifelong commitment to personal well-being so wellness can take root in our families, communities, and country. CARES warmly welcomes all children in need and all qualified adults who choose to mentor with consistency, care and love.
Media Contact:
Shannon M. Carey
Chief Development Officer, National CARES Mentoring Movement
917.273.4500
smcarey@caresmentoring.org
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Superfluidized All-Inorganic Solid-State Battery Solutions to Upgrade Safety for E-Bikes and Smart Mobility
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On the eve of CES 2026, ProLogium, a global leader in next-generation lithium-ceramic battery technology, and Darfon Energy Tech, a provider of smart mobility and energy storage solutions, today announced a strategic partnership. Together, the two companies will introduce a solid-state battery solution for electric bicycles (E-bikes) and light electric vehicles (LEVs), addressing global demand for higher battery safety and improved user experience across indoor charging, transportation, and varied mileage-use scenarios—through elevated safety performance, fast-charging capability, and system-level integration efficiency.
The Industry’s “Holy Grail”: A Definitive Answer to Safety, Performance, and Speed
In recent years, the growing popularity of micromobility has driven demand for higher energy density and faster charging. However, the technical bottlenecks of conventional lithium-ion batteries—together with the data and commentary in a recent J.P. Morgan briefing report on today’s three mainstream solid-state battery systems and semi-solid-state batteries—have also made the “thermal runaway risk” associated with high energy density a core issue shared by brands, distribution channels, and consumers. In 2025, ProLogium unveiled its 4th-generation superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state battery technology, featuring 57 mS/cm room-temperature ultra-high ionic conductivity (validated by third-party testing conducted by SGS). Through design at both the materials and system levels, ProLogium continues advancing a commercialization pathway that pursues high performance and scalable manufacturing in parallel. ProLogium has also introduced a triple safety architecture of cell chemical system—non-flammable all-inorganic electrolyte × fully ceramic separator × active safety mechanisms—shifting safety from passive protection toward active interruption of the risk chain. With deep roots in the mobility energy market, Darfon Energy Tech recognizes the market’s strong demand for safety and efficiency. The company continues to lead innovation and applications in smart green energy, developing next-generation, high value-added products for premium E-bike brands and smart mobility manufacturers.
ProLogium Cells × Darfon Systems: Three Core Value Propositions of the Joint Solid-State Battery Solution
This partnership is built on a co-development model spanning cell–pack–system–application. ProLogium will provide its 4th-generation superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state cells and the foundation of a scalable manufacturing platform—offering advantages that balance safety, performance, and cost—combined with Darfon’s extensive experience in integrated system design to meet market requirements for lithium-battery safety:
1. Safety Upgrade:
ProLogium’s fourth-generation superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state electrolyte plays two roles. As an electrolyte, it is inherently non-flammable at the material level, ensuring intrinsic safety. At the same time, under high temperature or high voltage, it can decompose to generate Active Safety Mechanism (ASM) materials. In extreme scenarios, these materials passivate the active materials in both the cathode and anode, effectively suppressing thermal chain reactions and ultimately eliminating thermal runaway—addressing safety concerns for vehicles in motion and for indoor charging.
2. Step-Change in Energy Density: Smaller volume, longer range
Enabled by solid-state technology, the battery can deliver higher capacity within a smaller form factor, supporting the lightweighting and integrated design needs of modern E-bikes and smart mobility platforms.
3. Fast-Charging Experience: High-rate charging enabled by high ionic conductivity
ProLogium’s superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state electrolyte platform delivers 57 mS/cm conductivity (SGS-validated), enabling cell-level fast-charging performance under high energy density conditions—charging from 5% to 60–80% in just 4–6 minutes. The platform is also designed to deliver the same riding experience at -20°C as at room temperature.
Strategic Roadmap: Defining New Standards for Mobility
Vincent Yang, Founder and CEO of ProLogium, said: “E-bikes are high-frequency, close-proximity products with charging scenarios that are deeply embedded in everyday life. For solid-state batteries to be truly adopted worldwide, they must be delivered in product forms that are scalable to manufacture, integrable into systems, and verifiable. ProLogium’s 4th-generation platform also follows a manufacturable, cost-down pathway: through materials and process integration, our superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state electrolyte offers a cost structure more favorable than sulfide-based systems (including advantages such as low material costs without relying on rare elements, as well as simplified manufacturing.), enabling this innovative all-inorganic solid-state batteries to advance toward scalable and cost-competitive commercialization. Partnering with Darfon is a critical step in translating materials and cell innovation into real end-product value.”
A senior executive at Darfon Energy Tech added: “Our partnership with ProLogium is not only a technology upgrade—it is a commitment to market safety. The adoption of solid-state batteries will bring a transformative shift in safety and efficiency for the energy storage market.” Looking ahead, this technology will accelerate adoption across E-bikes, smart mobility platforms, and energy storage systems—delivering greater peace of mind and convenience to consumers.
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Overview of the Software and Reporting Fields
OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Would you like a sneak peak of the fields and software for PFAS reporting in Minnesota?
Join Claigan on January 14 2026 for a full walkthrough of Minnesota’s PFAS reporting requirements. Claigan will go beyond the basics to explain every field and reporting options for manufacturers.
With a deadline of July 1 2026, Minnesota has the first PFAS reporting requirements for products in the US. Reporting needs to be conducted through the PRISM software system, which entered its pilot phase in late December 2025.
Key topics will include:
- Principle fields in PRISM
- Options for each field
- General rules for product grouping
- PFAS functions
- Downloadable form
- Related FAQ
Note – due to the expected demand, there will be two (2) webinars scheduled on January 14 2026.
Webinars – Minnesota PFAS PRISM Software
Date: January 14 2026
Time: 10am and 2pm
Duration: 1 hour including Q&A
To Register:
10am – https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VcK8orxxRF2Cv6LIQgkcIg
2pm – https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XsgsDEyGRIWpbTP2kFGDMg
or on Claigan’s Website at www.claigan.com/webinars
About Claigan Environmental (www.claigan.com)
Claigan is the leading provider in restricted materials compliance (reporting, consulting, and testing). Claigan has tested thousands of products for PFAS, Section 71, REACH, POP, TSCA, Prop 65, and related global compliance. Claigan is an ISO 17025 certified laboratory, expert consultancy, and is dedicated to providing practical solutions for supply chain due diligence and social responsibility.
At Claigan, our philosophy is simple: More Results, Less Journey.
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