• New Brightlayer Energy software delivers automated, dynamic and grid-interactive energy optimization
  • Comprehensive monitoring and reporting for Scope 1 and 2 emissions supports compliance with regional regulatory requirements in North America, Europe and the Middle East
  • Pilot projects demonstrate significant energy, cost, emissions and maintenance savings

PITTSBURGH, March 17, 2026 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced the availability of Brightlayer Energy, an AI-powered energy management and optimization system (EMOS). It is designed to help building owners manage, optimize and monetize energy investments, while meeting local regulatory requirements. The platform delivers real-time data analysis, forecasting and automated control to help maximize benefits from building electrical infrastructure and distributed energy resources.

There are significant opportunities to improve building energy performance. The average commercial building in the U.S. wastes 30% of its energy, while 75% of buildings have poor energy performance in the European Union. Brightlayer Energy software helps address these challenges as part of Eaton’s Buildings as a Grid approach, which transforms buildings into strategic and dynamic energy hubs that drive new efficiencies, advance energy resilience, reduce costs and accelerate progress toward sustainability goals, which are required in Europe under the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

“Building environments everywhere are becoming increasingly complex with diverse energy assets and evolving regional regulatory requirements—and digital tools are vital to simplify and improve energy management,” said Mark Roces, vice president, digital offer management at Eaton. “As a key part of our digital ecosystem for buildings that includes proven energy storage, microgrid control and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, our Brightlayer Energy software provides the foundation to optimize building infrastructure investments and helps enable a reliable supply of low-cost, sustainable electricity, while meeting compliance obligations.”

Brightlayer Energy software early successes yield significant savings

Implementations in Europe and North America demonstrate energy efficiency, maintenance savings and emissions reductions. For example, the Florian Hotel in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, lowered electricity costs by more than 25% and reduced emissions by 27% while adding nine EV chargers. At an Eaton warehouse in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the company used the software to save 17% on energy costs overall and reduced forklift charging costs 66% by eliminating high energy demand spikes.

Eaton software designed for building energy optimization and performance

Brightlayer Energy software utilizes advanced algorithms that transform real-time data into actionable insights enabling energy use forecasting with 99% accuracy. The platform provides comprehensive oversight of energy consumption patterns, potential savings and efficiency improvements to help businesses evaluate energy strategies for cost-efficiency, sustainability and long-term reliability. With real-time weather data integration, users can forecast onsite solar generation and optimize energy production, automatically directing excess solar power to battery energy storage systems (BESS) for use when demand is high.

The platform also automates complex data aggregation and provides multi-tiered management at site, campus and enterprise levels for proactive energy oversight and optimization. The technology simplifies monitoring of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, manages EV charging, and implements peak shaving and tariff-based load shifting strategies. Additionally, the software integrates energy market data to strategically orchestrate energy production while providing recommendations for improved operations and compliance reporting.

Brightlayer Energy software is a part of Eaton’s digital ecosystem to optimize energy use in buildings that includes proven microgrid control and EV charging optimization. Learn more about how Eaton is helping electrify the buildings of the future.

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025, the company serves customers in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

Contact:

Regina Parundik
+1.412.559.1614
reginaparundik@eaton.com

Nicole Schada
+43 676 8995 3040
nicoleschada@eaton.com

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  • New Brightlayer Energy software delivers automated, dynamic and grid-interactive energy optimization
  • Comprehensive monitoring and reporting for Scope 1 and 2 emissions supports compliance with regional regulatory requirements in North America, Europe and the Middle East
  • Pilot projects demonstrate significant energy, cost, emissions and maintenance savings

PITTSBURGH, March 17, 2026 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced the availability of Brightlayer Energy, an AI-powered energy management and optimization system (EMOS). It is designed to help building owners manage, optimize and monetize energy investments, while meeting local regulatory requirements. The platform delivers real-time data analysis, forecasting and automated control to help maximize benefits from building electrical infrastructure and distributed energy resources.

There are significant opportunities to improve building energy performance. The average commercial building in the U.S. wastes 30% of its energy, while 75% of buildings have poor energy performance in the European Union. Brightlayer Energy software helps address these challenges as part of Eaton’s Buildings as a Grid approach, which transforms buildings into strategic and dynamic energy hubs that drive new efficiencies, advance energy resilience, reduce costs and accelerate progress toward sustainability goals, which are required in Europe under the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

“Building environments everywhere are becoming increasingly complex with diverse energy assets and evolving regional regulatory requirements—and digital tools are vital to simplify and improve energy management,” said Mark Roces, vice president, digital offer management at Eaton. “As a key part of our digital ecosystem for buildings that includes proven energy storage, microgrid control and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, our Brightlayer Energy software provides the foundation to optimize building infrastructure investments and helps enable a reliable supply of low-cost, sustainable electricity, while meeting compliance obligations.”

Brightlayer Energy software early successes yield significant savings

Implementations in Europe and North America demonstrate energy efficiency, maintenance savings and emissions reductions. For example, the Florian Hotel in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, lowered electricity costs by more than 25% and reduced emissions by 27% while adding nine EV chargers. At an Eaton warehouse in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the company used the software to save 17% on energy costs overall and reduced forklift charging costs 66% by eliminating high energy demand spikes.

Eaton software designed for building energy optimization and performance

Brightlayer Energy software utilizes advanced algorithms that transform real-time data into actionable insights enabling energy use forecasting with 99% accuracy. The platform provides comprehensive oversight of energy consumption patterns, potential savings and efficiency improvements to help businesses evaluate energy strategies for cost-efficiency, sustainability and long-term reliability. With real-time weather data integration, users can forecast onsite solar generation and optimize energy production, automatically directing excess solar power to battery energy storage systems (BESS) for use when demand is high.

The platform also automates complex data aggregation and provides multi-tiered management at site, campus and enterprise levels for proactive energy oversight and optimization. The technology simplifies monitoring of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, manages EV charging, and implements peak shaving and tariff-based load shifting strategies. Additionally, the software integrates energy market data to strategically orchestrate energy production while providing recommendations for improved operations and compliance reporting.

Brightlayer Energy software is a part of Eaton’s digital ecosystem to optimize energy use in buildings that includes proven microgrid control and EV charging optimization. Learn more about how Eaton is helping electrify the buildings of the future.

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025, the company serves customers in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

Contact:

Regina Parundik
+1.412.559.1614
reginaparundik@eaton.com

Nicole Schada
+43 676 8995 3040
nicoleschada@eaton.com

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LINCOLN, Neb., March 19, 2026 /3BL/ – The landmark environmental program Tree City USA celebrates its 50th anniversary. Founded by the Arbor Day Foundation in 1976, Tree City USA has helped shape how American communities care for their trees and includes cities and towns ranging in population from just 20 people in Sibley, North Dakota to 8.8 million in New York City, New York.

“While a lot has changed over the last five decades, trees have remained a constant and crucial part of improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. In the last 50 years Tree City USA — and the incredible network of tree champions who have supported it — has shaped a legacy of meaningful civic impact,” said Dan Lambe, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “This milestone is a tribute to the local leaders who are working everyday to grow hope across the country.”

In 1976, 42 communities earned the distinction of Tree City USA. Today, more than 3,500 cities and towns in all 50 states are currently recognized through the program. Tree City USA communities plant nearly 1 million trees annually and the 2024 class of recognized communities invested a collective $2 billion in trees. By gaining recognition through the program, municipalities have gained access to a unique national network of urban forestry professionals and helped create greater local support for canopy growth. 

“City staff are incredibly proud that Salem is a founding member of Tree City USA, a testament to our long-standing commitment to nurturing our urban canopy,” said Milan Davis, urban forester in City of Salem, Oregon. “Participation in this program reinforces the importance of trees in enhancing the quality of life for our residents and ensures a sustainable future for our community.”

“Since becoming a Tree City USA community, we’ve noticed a tangible increase in public engagement. Residents actively participate in tree plantings, educational programs, and care initiatives,” said Joe Avila, urban forestry supervisor in City of Wooster, Ohio. “Community perception of our trees has shifted from simply aesthetic value to recognizing trees as essential infrastructure that benefits everyone.”

Nearly half of the U.S. population lives in a Tree City USA.

To earn Tree City USA recognition, a city must uphold four core standards including maintaining a tree board or department, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and participating in an Arbor Day celebration. 

Click here to see an interactive map of the recognized 2025 Tree City USA communities.  

The Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA program is operated in partnership with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. To learn more about the history of the Tree City USA, visit arborday.org.

About the Arbor Day Foundation 

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners.

And this is only the beginning.  

The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.

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LINCOLN, Neb., March 19, 2026 /3BL/ – The landmark environmental program Tree City USA celebrates its 50th anniversary. Founded by the Arbor Day Foundation in 1976, Tree City USA has helped shape how American communities care for their trees and includes cities and towns ranging in population from just 20 people in Sibley, North Dakota to 8.8 million in New York City, New York.

“While a lot has changed over the last five decades, trees have remained a constant and crucial part of improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. In the last 50 years Tree City USA — and the incredible network of tree champions who have supported it — has shaped a legacy of meaningful civic impact,” said Dan Lambe, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “This milestone is a tribute to the local leaders who are working everyday to grow hope across the country.”

In 1976, 42 communities earned the distinction of Tree City USA. Today, more than 3,500 cities and towns in all 50 states are currently recognized through the program. Tree City USA communities plant nearly 1 million trees annually and the 2024 class of recognized communities invested a collective $2 billion in trees. By gaining recognition through the program, municipalities have gained access to a unique national network of urban forestry professionals and helped create greater local support for canopy growth. 

“City staff are incredibly proud that Salem is a founding member of Tree City USA, a testament to our long-standing commitment to nurturing our urban canopy,” said Milan Davis, urban forester in City of Salem, Oregon. “Participation in this program reinforces the importance of trees in enhancing the quality of life for our residents and ensures a sustainable future for our community.”

“Since becoming a Tree City USA community, we’ve noticed a tangible increase in public engagement. Residents actively participate in tree plantings, educational programs, and care initiatives,” said Joe Avila, urban forestry supervisor in City of Wooster, Ohio. “Community perception of our trees has shifted from simply aesthetic value to recognizing trees as essential infrastructure that benefits everyone.”

Nearly half of the U.S. population lives in a Tree City USA.

To earn Tree City USA recognition, a city must uphold four core standards including maintaining a tree board or department, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and participating in an Arbor Day celebration. 

Click here to see an interactive map of the recognized 2025 Tree City USA communities.  

The Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA program is operated in partnership with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. To learn more about the history of the Tree City USA, visit arborday.org.

About the Arbor Day Foundation 

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners.

And this is only the beginning.  

The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.

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by Lee Green, Vice President, Communications & Marketing, Cascale

Cascale’s latest “Decarbonization Progress in the Apparel, Footwear, and Textiles Industry” report is grounded in verified, facility-level data from thousands of manufacturing sites globally. That matters. It means the insights reflect operational reality, not projections or pledges.

Results show us that there is progress in the system: facilities are improving energy efficiency and reporting is more consistent. Climate performance is increasingly embedded into operational decision-making.

But the overall trajectory is not yet aligned with a 1.5°C pathway. That is not a failure of intent, it is a signal that we have reached the limits of what incremental, company-level improvements can deliver on their own.

The Constraint is Structural, Not Motivational

One of the clearest findings from the report is the continued reliance on fossil fuels in key sourcing regions. Renewable penetration remains low in many markets, and coal continues to play a significant role in industrial energy systems.

This is not simply a procurement issue nor something brands or manufacturers can solve independently. Already, evolving European regulation coupled with existing grid challenges creates a “confusing” landscape for Asia-Pacific suppliers looking to decarbonize, as a recent Cascale policy workshop revealed. Efficiency gains help, but they cannot compensate for structural energy realities. If we want emissions reductions at scale, industrial decarbonization and energy policy must move in parallel.

And for that to happen, we cannot overlook the necessity of collaboration, data readiness, and proactive industry engagement. That’s where Cascale has a convening role to play.

Why This Is Now a Public Affairs Issue

The report reinforces something many in the industry already recognize: climate ambition in global supply chains is inseparable from national policy frameworks. Grid decarbonization, renewable access for industrial users, electrification strategies, and financing mechanisms are not abstract policy debates. They are direct determinants of whether climate targets in our sector are achievable.

This is where Cascale’s role becomes more assertive.

We are not simply publishing data. We are providing an evidence base that can inform smarter, more implementable policy. Verified facility-level data gives policymakers insight into where emissions are concentrated, where barriers exist, and where intervention can be most effective.

Regulation that reflects operational reality is more likely to drive impact. Regulation layered on top of fragmented reporting systems risks adding burden without accelerating emissions reductions.

Alignment matters.

From Fragmentation to Alignment

The data also highlights the opportunity in greater coherence. As climate-related disclosure and due diligence frameworks evolve globally, there is a risk of increasing complexity for manufacturers and brands.

At the same time, there is an opportunity to align regulatory expectations with credible, existing data systems. When policy frameworks and industry tools move in the same direction, implementation becomes more efficient and more scalable.

Cascale is uniquely positioned at that intersection: between brands and manufacturers, between data and policy, between ambition and implementation. We see firsthand where the barriers lie. That perspective is invaluable in informing how policy evolves. From callouts at COP30 to mentions by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) in a recent report, our team is grateful to see our contributions increasingly recognized where it counts for industry-wide change

The Next Phase of Decarbonization

The industry is not standing still. The report shows real effort and measurable improvement, but progress at the current pace will not close the gap on its own.

The next phase of decarbonization in apparel and textiles will depend on coordinated action across industry, governments, and finance. Energy systems must transition faster and industrial users need clearer pathways and incentives. Policy must be designed with operational feasibility in mind. It must understand the realities on the ground.

Today, the data gives us a shared reference point. The responsibility now is to use it to shape the conditions that enable faster change. That is not just a sustainability challenge. It is a policy one.

Read the latest APAC political priorities paper to further understand the state of play for industry decarbonization.

ABOUT CASCALE

Cascale is the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to combat climate change and support decent work in the consumer goods industry. Formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Cascale stewards and governs the Higg Index frameworks, modules, and methodologies, while Worldly delivers the technology platform through which they are implemented globally. Cascale also recently acquired the Better Buying and Sustainable Furnishings Council tools. Cascale unites over 300 retailers, brands, manufacturers, governments, academics, and NGO/nonprofit affiliates around the globe through one singular vision: To catalyze impact at scale and give back more than we take to the planet and its people.

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by Lee Green, Vice President, Communications & Marketing, Cascale

Cascale’s latest “Decarbonization Progress in the Apparel, Footwear, and Textiles Industry” report is grounded in verified, facility-level data from thousands of manufacturing sites globally. That matters. It means the insights reflect operational reality, not projections or pledges.

Results show us that there is progress in the system: facilities are improving energy efficiency and reporting is more consistent. Climate performance is increasingly embedded into operational decision-making.

But the overall trajectory is not yet aligned with a 1.5°C pathway. That is not a failure of intent, it is a signal that we have reached the limits of what incremental, company-level improvements can deliver on their own.

The Constraint is Structural, Not Motivational

One of the clearest findings from the report is the continued reliance on fossil fuels in key sourcing regions. Renewable penetration remains low in many markets, and coal continues to play a significant role in industrial energy systems.

This is not simply a procurement issue nor something brands or manufacturers can solve independently. Already, evolving European regulation coupled with existing grid challenges creates a “confusing” landscape for Asia-Pacific suppliers looking to decarbonize, as a recent Cascale policy workshop revealed. Efficiency gains help, but they cannot compensate for structural energy realities. If we want emissions reductions at scale, industrial decarbonization and energy policy must move in parallel.

And for that to happen, we cannot overlook the necessity of collaboration, data readiness, and proactive industry engagement. That’s where Cascale has a convening role to play.

Why This Is Now a Public Affairs Issue

The report reinforces something many in the industry already recognize: climate ambition in global supply chains is inseparable from national policy frameworks. Grid decarbonization, renewable access for industrial users, electrification strategies, and financing mechanisms are not abstract policy debates. They are direct determinants of whether climate targets in our sector are achievable.

This is where Cascale’s role becomes more assertive.

We are not simply publishing data. We are providing an evidence base that can inform smarter, more implementable policy. Verified facility-level data gives policymakers insight into where emissions are concentrated, where barriers exist, and where intervention can be most effective.

Regulation that reflects operational reality is more likely to drive impact. Regulation layered on top of fragmented reporting systems risks adding burden without accelerating emissions reductions.

Alignment matters.

From Fragmentation to Alignment

The data also highlights the opportunity in greater coherence. As climate-related disclosure and due diligence frameworks evolve globally, there is a risk of increasing complexity for manufacturers and brands.

At the same time, there is an opportunity to align regulatory expectations with credible, existing data systems. When policy frameworks and industry tools move in the same direction, implementation becomes more efficient and more scalable.

Cascale is uniquely positioned at that intersection: between brands and manufacturers, between data and policy, between ambition and implementation. We see firsthand where the barriers lie. That perspective is invaluable in informing how policy evolves. From callouts at COP30 to mentions by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) in a recent report, our team is grateful to see our contributions increasingly recognized where it counts for industry-wide change

The Next Phase of Decarbonization

The industry is not standing still. The report shows real effort and measurable improvement, but progress at the current pace will not close the gap on its own.

The next phase of decarbonization in apparel and textiles will depend on coordinated action across industry, governments, and finance. Energy systems must transition faster and industrial users need clearer pathways and incentives. Policy must be designed with operational feasibility in mind. It must understand the realities on the ground.

Today, the data gives us a shared reference point. The responsibility now is to use it to shape the conditions that enable faster change. That is not just a sustainability challenge. It is a policy one.

Read the latest APAC political priorities paper to further understand the state of play for industry decarbonization.

ABOUT CASCALE

Cascale is the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to combat climate change and support decent work in the consumer goods industry. Formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Cascale stewards and governs the Higg Index frameworks, modules, and methodologies, while Worldly delivers the technology platform through which they are implemented globally. Cascale also recently acquired the Better Buying and Sustainable Furnishings Council tools. Cascale unites over 300 retailers, brands, manufacturers, governments, academics, and NGO/nonprofit affiliates around the globe through one singular vision: To catalyze impact at scale and give back more than we take to the planet and its people.

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LEEDS, UK, March 19, 2026 /3BL/ – Antea Group UK, a member of the Inogen Alliance, is proud to announce our sponsorship of season three of the global podcast, Rethinking EHS: Global Goals, Local Delivery, launching 21 April. Created by the Alliance, the podcast traverses the globe to unearth the stories of EHS and sustainability communities making an impact on the ground. It shares compelling stories, expert insights, and diverse perspectives to highlight real solutions and share innovative strategies that drive change.

The idea for a global podcast started from a desire to create an accessible platform for sharing local perspectives from every corner of the world. We envisioned a space to create greater connections within the EHS community by spotlighting expert perspectives, lessons learned, challenges faced, and conversations around today’s most pressing topics. Advancing global goals requires collective learning and collaboration, and this podcast is one way we can help drive that progress together.

Following season one, during which thousands of listeners tuned into episodes spanning topics such as Social & Environmental Justice, Occupational Health and Safety, COP29 outcomes, Biodiversity, CSRD, and more, we knew we had to continue these conversations. Season two of the podcast expanded to be available in both audio and video formats across all podcast streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple as well as the Inogen Alliance YouTube channel. Topics ranged from AI in EHS to Water Stewardship, Landfills, Infrastructure, Energy Transition, and more.

Across the Alliance, Associates connect regularly through 10 global working groups covering critical focus areas like water stewardship, sustainability, energy transition, remediation, mergers & acquisitions, health & safety, infrastructure and more. Bi-annual Inogen Alliance meetings are held in-person to provide a unique opportunity to meet with experts across the globe as they share experience, feedback, and updates on current environments. Now, as a sponsor of the third season of this podcast, we are excited to bring more of those stories to a wider audience.

“In pursuit of our purpose, we draw on the collective experience of our 70+ and growing members, actively incorporating their technical expertise to partner with organizations all over the world to achieve an equitable and resilient planet. The podcast allows us to extend this expertise and knowledge to a broader base to help accelerate towards a more resilient planet for all,” says Angelique Dickson, President of Inogen Alliance and EVP of Antea Group USA.

“At Antea Group UK, we’re proud to continue supporting Rethinking EHS into its third season,” adds Alex Ferguson, CEO of Antea Group UK. “Building on the momentum of last year, this podcast continues to demonstrate how global collaboration and in-depth local knowledge come together to solve real-world challenges. It’s a powerful platform for sharing practical insights and advancing meaningful progress across our industry.”

Whether you’re an EHS practitioner, a sustainability specialist, or a leader striving to improve your organization, subscribe and listen to the new season to connect with and learn from our local experts on the ground. 

Sign up now to get notified of each new episode of this new season.

Upcoming episode topics include:

  • Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Inogen Alliance – looking back at our history and ahead to industry trends
  • Contaminants – PFAS, tire wear, microplastics
  • Risk management and global program management of compliance
  • Environmental/urban planning and infrastructure
  • Flood management and environmental planning
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Data centers
  • Energy resilience and conservation

Hosts this season include Inogen Alliance President Angelique Dickson (EVP, Antea Group USA); Chair of the Board Keith Knoke (EVP, Antea Group USA); and Leadership Team members Beatrice Bizzaro (Water Stewardship Service Technical Lead, HPC Italy) and Charlotte Buffoni (EHS Practice Director, Antea Group UK).

In addition to Charlotte hosting a few episodes, Alex Ferguson, CEO of Antea Group UK, will be featured on the season’s premiere episode.

Other upcoming speakers from Associate companies to look forward to include Alizabeth Aramowicz-Smith, VP at Antea Group USA; Jack Sheldon, Sr Consultant at Antea Group USA; Ivy YuXia Liu, Terrapex Canada; Alessandro Intile, HPC Italy; Sofiane Kessouar, Baden Consulting Switzerland; Chris Trim, Peter J. Ramsay & Associates in Australia, and more to come.

The global podcast is made possible by our other sponsoring Associates: Antea Group UK, Baden Consulting, Chola MS Risk, HPC AG, Peter J. Ramsay & Associates, Terrapex, and Tonkin + Taylor.

About Inogen Alliance

Inogen Alliance is a global network made up of over 70 independent local businesses and over 6,000 consultants around the world who can help make your project a success. Our Associates collaborate closely to serve multinational corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations, and we share knowledge and industry experience to provide the highest quality service to our clients. If you want to learn more about how you can work with Inogen Alliance, you can explore our Associates or Contact Us. Watch for more News & Blog updates, listen to our podcast and follow us on LinkedIn. 

About Antea Group UK 

Antea Group is an international engineering and environmental consulting firm specializing in full-service solutions in the fields of environment, infrastructure, urban planning and water. By combining strategic thinking and multidisciplinary perspectives with technical expertise and pragmatic action, we do more than effectively solve client challenges; we deliver sustainable results for a better future. With more than 3,250 employees in over 100 offices around the world, we serve clients ranging from global energy companies and manufacturers to national governments and local municipalities. Learn more: www.anteagroup.uk. 

AMD has been named to the 2026 JUST 100 list of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC, ranking 18th overall. The recognition reflects the company’s continued progress in advancing responsible business practices and delivering positive impacts for employees, customers, communities, the environment and shareholders.

“Being recognized again on the JUST 100 highlights the steady progress AMD has made in strengthening our approach to corporate responsibility,” said Justin Murrill, AMD chief sustainability officer. “Our strong performance in supporting our workforce, where we ranked among the top 5% of companies evaluated, along with our impact across customer, community and environmental areas, demonstrates how we are building on our priorities while delivering meaningful value for our stakeholders.”

The JUST 100 ranking identifies companies that are making meaningful progress on the issues Americans believe businesses should prioritize most. Developed by JUST Capital in partnership with CNBC, the list evaluates the largest publicly traded U.S. companies across a range of stakeholder related topics including workforce investment, customer trust, governance accountability, environmental performance and community impact.

Companies included on the JUST 100 represent top performing organizations in the Russell 1000 that demonstrate sustained progress in aligning business success with the priorities of the American public. Since 2015, JUST Capital has surveyed nearly 200,000 Americans to better understand expectations for corporate behavior. For the 2026 rankings, JUST Capital evaluated 933 companies across 17 issues to assess corporate performance.

Learn more about the 2026 JUST 100 rankings at https://justcapital.com/rankings/.

For more information on corporate responsibility at AMD, visit: https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/corporate-responsibility.html

AMD has been named to the 2026 JUST 100 list of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC, ranking 18th overall. The recognition reflects the company’s continued progress in advancing responsible business practices and delivering positive impacts for employees, customers, communities, the environment and shareholders.

“Being recognized again on the JUST 100 highlights the steady progress AMD has made in strengthening our approach to corporate responsibility,” said Justin Murrill, AMD chief sustainability officer. “Our strong performance in supporting our workforce, where we ranked among the top 5% of companies evaluated, along with our impact across customer, community and environmental areas, demonstrates how we are building on our priorities while delivering meaningful value for our stakeholders.”

The JUST 100 ranking identifies companies that are making meaningful progress on the issues Americans believe businesses should prioritize most. Developed by JUST Capital in partnership with CNBC, the list evaluates the largest publicly traded U.S. companies across a range of stakeholder related topics including workforce investment, customer trust, governance accountability, environmental performance and community impact.

Companies included on the JUST 100 represent top performing organizations in the Russell 1000 that demonstrate sustained progress in aligning business success with the priorities of the American public. Since 2015, JUST Capital has surveyed nearly 200,000 Americans to better understand expectations for corporate behavior. For the 2026 rankings, JUST Capital evaluated 933 companies across 17 issues to assess corporate performance.

Learn more about the 2026 JUST 100 rankings at https://justcapital.com/rankings/.

For more information on corporate responsibility at AMD, visit: https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/corporate-responsibility.html

ST. PAUL, Minn., March 18, 2026 /3BL/ – Inogen Alliance proudly announces Season Three of a global podcast, Rethinking EHS: Global Goals, Local Delivery, launching 21 April. On this podcast, we traverse the globe to unearth the stories of EHS and sustainability communities making an impact on the ground. We share compelling stories, expert insights, and diverse perspectives to highlight tangible solutions and share innovative strategies to drive change.

The idea for a global podcast started from a desire to create an accessible platform for sharing local insights from every corner of the world. We envisioned a space to give back to the EHS community by spotlighting expert perspectives, lessons learned, challenges faced, and conversations around today’s most pressing and emerging topics. Advancing global goals requires collective learning and collaboration—and this podcast is one way we can help drive that progress together.

In season one, with thousands of listeners tuned into episodes spanning from Social & Environmental Justice, to Occupational Health and Safety, COP29 outcomes, Biodiversity, CSRD and more, so we knew we had to continue the conversations. Season two of the podcast expanded to be available in both audio and full video formats across all podcast streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple as well as our YouTube channel. Topics spanned from AI in EHS to Water Stewardship, Landfills, Infrastructure, Energy Transition and more.

Across our Alliance, Associates connect regularly through 10 global working groups covering critical focus areas like water stewardship, sustainability, energy transition, remediation, mergers & acquisitions, health & safety, infrastructure and more. Our bi-annual in-person meetings also provide a unique opportunity to hear from experts across the globe as they share insights, feedback, and updates on current environments. Now, we’re excited to bring more of those stories and expertise to a wider audience.

“In pursuit of our purpose, we draw on the collective experience of our 70+ and growing members, actively incorporating their technical expertise to partner with organizations all over the world to achieve an equitable and resilient planet. The podcast allows us to extend this expertise and knowledge to a broader base to help accelerate towards a more resilient planet for all,” Angelique Dickson, President of Inogen Alliance.

Whether you’re an EHS practitioner, a sustainability specialist, or a leader striving to improve your organization, subscribe and listen to this next season to gain insights and learn from our local experts on the ground.

Sign up now to get notified of each new episode of this new season.

Upcoming episode topics include:

  • Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Inogen Alliance – looking back at our history and ahead to industry trends
  • Contaminants – PFAS, tire wear, microplastics
  • Risk management and global program management of compliance
  • Environmental/urban planning and infrastructure
  • Flood management and environmental planning
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Data centers
  • Energy resilience and conservation

Our hosts this season include President of Inogen Alliance, Angelique Dickson; Chair of the Board of Inogen Alliance and EVP at Antea Group USA, Keith Knoke; Global Water Working Group and Leadership Team member / HPC Italy, Beatrice Bizzaro; and Leadership Team member / Antea Group UK, Charlotte Buffoni.

Upcoming speakers in episodes include: Alex Ferguson, CEO of Antea Group UK; Alizabeth Aramowicz-Smith, VP at Antea Group USA; Jack Sheldon, Sr Consultant at Antea Group USA; Ivy YuXia Liu, Terrapex Canada; Alessandro Intile, HPC Italy; Sofiane Kessouar, Baden Consulting Switzerland; Chris Trim, Peter J. Ramsay & Associates, and more to come.

The global podcast is made possible by sponsoring Associates: Antea Group USA, Antea Group UK, Baden Consulting, Chola MS Risk, HPC AG, Peter J. Ramsay & Associates, Terrapex, and Tonkin + Taylor.

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