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Our vision for 6G is an innovation platform connecting an expansive compute and intelligence fabric for the next decade and beyond. It is a new wireless system that builds on the technical foundation and deployment insights from previous generations. Although the commercialization of 6G networks and devices is not expected until 2030, a new wireless generation is not architected overnight and we have been working on advanced 6G research for many years now. With on-going work in radio technology, system architecture and core networks and protocols, we are now approaching a crucial milestone: the official beginning of the global technology standardization effort by 3GPP in June 2025.

3GPP held a 6G workshop from March 10–11 to start industry discussions and to align on the focus of the Release 20 6G Study Item. As the head of 3GPP standardization at Qualcomm Technologies, I am excited about the challenging work and industry-wide collaborations ahead. For the rest of this blog post, let me highlight the key discussions at the 6G workshop.

Global 6G technology standardization is about to get started. At the recent 3GPP 6G Workshop, mobile ecosystem leaders gathered to discuss the focus of the upcoming 6G study. This is an important moment in time that sets the stage for the global 6G standardization effort, enabling commercialization around 2030.

Highlights from the 6G workshop

The two-day 3GPP 6G workshop took place in Incheon, South Korea. As expected, it was widely attended with 1,676 registrations and 748 in-person attendees across all parts of the mobile ecosystem and vertical industries. We saw a total of 219 input contributions, including those from network operators, industry associations, hardware/software vendors, academia, system integrators and technology providers. Unlike previous generations, contributions came from all regions and from a wide range of companies, in addition to traditional cellular vendors and operators.

The 6G workshop focused on various aspects of the upcoming 6G technology standardization, spanning eight sessions over two days. These include two joint plenary sessions, five parallel radio access network (RAN) and system architecture/core network & terminals (SA/CT) working sessions and a concluding summary session at the end of the workshop. To keep the meeting efficient, only one contribution per company per topic was allowed to be submitted and presented. These sessions focused on the vision and priorities for the Release 20 6G Study Item. Here is a quick recap.

Overall vision for next-generation 6G wireless system

The plenary sessions focused on the overarching 6G standardization principles. The goal was to align on 6G’s motivations and goals, along with targeted use cases, to ensure that a global 6G standard can deliver value for the entire mobile ecosystem. In summary, 6G is expected to enable:

• New services and use cases that extend beyond communications, such as integrated sensing, immersive XR, AI-based services and compute.
• Revenue growth that monetizes network capabilities and supports diverse applications across industries, fully realizing the potential of wireless.
• AI and automation that implement an AI-native network system design, improving efficiency in network management and resource allocation.
• Enhanced system efficiency that reduces energy consumption through new system features in network design and AI-driven power management.
• New and efficient spectrum use that improve efficiency in existing lower bands (e.g., FDD), open new spectrum bands and support dynamic sharing.
• Ubiquitous coverage that seamlessly integrates terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTN) to deliver global coverage and resilient services.
• Reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO) that improves CAPEX and OPEX through simplified network operations and improved energy efficiency.
• Enhanced service reliability and customer experience that ensure high-quality service delivery across diverse devices and network conditions.
• Network simplification that reduces architecture complexity and improves system operational efficiency to meet use case requirements.

6G to address lessons learned from 5G

During the 6G workshop discussions, special emphasis was placed on applying lessons learned from 5G deployments to 6G design and standardization. Addressing these challenges as part of the Day 1 priority for 6G can help with the transition and adoption of the new wireless generation in 2030 and beyond. These include:

• Simplified and smoother migration: The transition from 5G NSA to 5G SA was complex, difficult and slow. 6G should focus on a single SA option with multi-RAT spectrum sharing (MRSS) and seamless 5G interworking.
• Reduced architectural complexity: An excessive number of 5G options, features and configurations led to high system complexity, impacting device capabilities and deployment efficiency. 6G should reduce system complexity to enable faster, more efficient adoption.
• Better adoption of key capabilities: Some 5G features (e.g., slicing) experienced slower-than-expected adoption. For 6G, 3GPP should analyze the underlying causes and address them with simplified system design.
• Efficient deployment: There were several issues identified during the 5G rollouts, such as network repository function (NRF) profiles inefficiencies and protocol challenges (e.g., HTTP/2 over TCP). 6G should address these.
• Enhanced network function (NF) design: Further optimization is expected to ensure efficient NF sizing with clear decoupling, while also further exploring stateless architectures.
• Optimized functionality: 6G should focus on a well-dimensioned set of functionalities, minimizing redundant options and excessive configurations to reduce complexity.

6G radio access network design considerations

The first set of parallel sessions was led by the RAN Plenary, focusing on radio technologies that are expected to come with 6G. Below is a summary of the discussions and alignment on how to approach the new 6G RAN design. The 6G radio interface should:

• Be non-backwards compatible from a device perspective to exploit the full potential of a new generation. Some air interface design (e.g., waveform, modulation, channel coding) can be enhanced, building on 5G NR.
• Deliver significant gains to justify a new 6G radio design.
• Be lean and streamlined, to have a dimension-appropriate set of functionalities, minimized adoption of multiple options of the same functionality and limited configurations.
• Target superior coverage from day one.
• Support diverse device types with scalable design based on — for example — bandwidth, data rate, formfactor, energy consumption, etc.
• Enable a harmonized terrestrial network (TN) and non-terrestrial network (NTN) design.
• Support an extensive wireless AI framework, building on 5G Advanced as appropriate. It should have native support for wireless AI lifecycle management and new use cases.

6G core network design considerations

The second set of parallel sessions was led by the 3GPP SA and CT technical Plenaries, focusing on 6G system architecture, security and protocols. As expected, the discussions were dynamic. While no official decisions were made at the 6G workshop, it is generally agreed that the 6G core network should:

• Have a single 6G standalone architecture, with SA mode as a baseline.
• Be designed to cover new 6G requirements regarding AI, connectivity, security, privacy, resiliency with possible reuse of the 5G service-based architecture framework with possible enhancements.
• Support simplification of architecture and streamlining of network function definitions and interactions, interfaces and protocols.
• Investigate new functions based on the service-based architecture to support new 6G services.
• Integrate and interoperate with various access technologies, including fixed wireless access (FWA) and Wi-Fi.
• Have a unified network exposure framework for simplifying the 3GPP-wide exposure framework to foster an API economy of scale.

What’s next?

With the 6G workshop now successfully completed, we are moving toward the official start of the first Working Group 6G Study Item as part of 3GPP Release 20. This Study Item is slated for approval in the June 3GPP Plenary meeting in Prague, Czech Republic. I am incredibly excited about this upcoming work, and I will be sharing more information soon. Stay tuned.

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Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey.

Hi, I’m Leia, Senior HR Ops Analyst based in the United Kingdom. If you’re a Star Wars fan, you guessed right—my brothers named me after Princess Leia. I’m married to my childhood sweetheart, and we have four amazing children. I love spending time with my family and friends. Living close to the countryside, I adore going for long walks and enjoying the beauty of nature.

I began my career in payroll and finance before venturing into entrepreneurship, where I co-owned and managed a business with my mother. During that period, I discovered my passion for fostering a positive work environment and supporting the growth and success of both people and businesses. I also developed a keen interest in HR and Employment law. After 11 rewarding years, we decided to close the business to explore new individual opportunities, which led me to a career in HR. While working in HR, I began seeking new job opportunities and came across a GoDaddy job advertisement that resonated with me.

“We also embrace our diverse culture and offer a range of Employee Resource Groups. Have a side hustle? No problem. We love entrepreneurs! Most importantly, come as you are and make your own way.”

I remember thinking, could this be true? A company that champions you for just being yourself? I am immensely proud to say that GoDaddy is a trustworthy workplace where every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work, making it a fantastic place to be.

How do you keep yourself motivated and inspired in your work?

My biggest motivation is doing the right thing, ensuring that I incorporate and implement the GoDaddy values not only in words but more importantly in actions. Our employees are so valued, and it is imperative that they receive the correct HR information and HR support at the right time. I am part of an amazing HR team that enhances the employee experience which empowers all employees to focus on their roles and contribute to the success of our impressive entrepreneurs.

Our employees, colleagues, customers, and my family and friends inspire me. I believe we all share the same goal: to make the world a better place and to do what is right.

What has been your most significant learning experience within the past year?

My most significant learning experience has been thinking creatively to identify process improvement opportunities in our ever-evolving industry. This has not only enhanced the employee experience but also made my role more efficient, fulfilling, and rewarding. It is a genuine sense of accomplishment in achieving meaningful process improvements to our HR service delivery.

What aspects of GoDaddy’s company culture do you appreciate the most?

I deeply appreciate our GoDaddy values, especially the principle of ‘Joining Forces.’ It is always exhilarating to collaborate with my colleagues and other teams. The collective drive to achieve a common goal fosters a genuine sense of unity and support. Being a part of a global company brimming with innovative, solution-oriented individuals is truly inspiring.

How do you stay up-to-date on the latest HR trends?

I stay up to date with HR trends by subscribing to HR newsletters such as CIPD and regularly check the Acas and government websites. I’m always eager to research HR topics and employment laws to deepen my understanding, which enhances me to continue to support and protect our employees and business.

What’s your motto or personal mantra?

I love quotes, mottos, and mantras, and my latest favorite is: “I am perfectly unique and incomparable to others.” This nurturing and truthful affirmation reminds us that everyone possesses their own exceptional value.

As someone of dual heritage, born in the United Kingdom to a beautiful Jamaican mother and British father, the Jamaican national motto, “Out of many, one people,” deeply resonates with me. It symbolises the positive spirit that has emerged from an adverse history, emphasising our unity despite our differences. Working for a global company, I experience this unity every day. By sharing knowledge and experiences, we come together, broadening our understanding. This collaboration helps us find the best solutions for our employees and customers, ultimately enhancing their experience.

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The Conference Board, a leading nonpartisan think tank providing independent research and insights to organizations worldwide, recently conducted a survey focused on how policy shifts by the new U.S. administration are reshaping the way companies approach sustainability. Our Top Story this issue details key findings of the survey, which showed 80% of companies surveyed are reworking their ESG strategies in response to the policy shifts.

The survey of 125 sustainability executives from large U.S. and multinational companies was conducted between March and April 2025. Findings: 52% of the executives said they are reworking their sustainability messaging, including moving away from the term “ESG.” They cited the reason as a backlash against ESG language and climate goals, with 90% believing that ESG backlash will persist or intensify over the next few years.

78% of executives say the primary driver of this expected backlash is U.S. federal policymakers and regulators. This marked a major shift from two years ago, when activists and advocacy groups were seen as the leading source of ESG backlash.

According to Andrew Jones, author of the report and Principal Researcher at The Conference Board, “recent policy shifts have turned up the heat on ESG, which had already been facing mounting scrutiny.” He does not believe companies will stop implementing ESG strategies but instead will make adjustments. “In most cases, the backlash hasn’t made companies back down, but rather pushed them to recalibrate how they approach, communicate, and integrate these issues into their businesses.”

Another key finding of the survey is the sharp impact that tariff turbulence is having on corporate sustainability strategies. 66% of executives are concerned that tariffs or future trade restrictions will impede sustainability goals, with 45% concerned that investments in sustainable operations will be delayed and 42% expecting cost pressures on sustainable materials.

The top challenge for corporate sustainability efforts is regulatory fragmentation, with 49% of executives citing widening gaps in the reporting requirements between state, federal and international regulators.

Jeff Hoffman, Interim Governance & Sustainability Center Leader at The Conference Board, said, “corporate ESG strategies are shifting into a more fragmented, risk-oriented phase. Global regulators and several U.S. states are advancing new standards, even as federal action slows.”

The G&A team is continuously monitoring sustainability regulations and reporting requirements at all levels and will continue to bring you the latest developments. We are available to answer questions and work with you to develop and implement strategies to adapt to the evolving and challenging landscape.For more information contact us at: info@ga-institute.com.

This is just the introduction of G&A’s Sustainability Highlights newsletter this week. Click here to view the full issue.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 5, 2025 /3BL/ – SmartBrief on EdTech has honored two Discovery Education services in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 presented by SmartBrief on EdTech celebrate the companies and products making a lasting impact on the education industry. Discovery Education is the creator of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world

The 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards recognize the innovative solutions, latest technologies, and pioneering problem-solving that are changing the education landscape for the better. The following Discovery Education services were selected as winners in the Readers’ Choice Awards 2025:

DreamBox Math: Math Instruction Category

DreamBox Math by Discovery Education is a K-8 online math program that supplements core instruction in the classroom or at home and is independently proven by several third-party research organizations to increase math achievement. Updated earlier this year with a host of improvements that empower teachers to create even more personalized learning experiences, DreamBox Math by Discovery Education adapts dynamically to the learner, providing tailored instruction within a highly engaging, gamified learning environment. DreamBox Math lessons are available in both English and Spanish and are standards-aligned 

Along with actionable reporting and tools that empower differentiation for all learners, DreamBox Math offers teachers content-specific professional learning and provides administrators critical insights into student progress. With DreamBox Math, every student is empowered to independently engage in interactive problem solving so they can develop conceptual understanding, apply a variety of strategies, and gain competence and confidence in mathematical reasoning and skills. 

Career Connect:  STEM and CTE Category

Career Connect promotes student curiosity by connecting classroom learning to potential careers. Through Career Connect, educators request virtual classroom visits from industry professionals, selecting from an array of job types, industries, languages, and locations. Then, students meet with professionals from industries like biotechnology, science, finance, computer engineering, human resources, education, and more, exploring potential career pathways through these interactions.

“These awards recognize and shine light on new and existing products and solutions that impact and transform education through technology. Our readers and subscribers have selected our winners as the best of the best. Every winner should be really proud of their accomplishments – a well-deserved congratulations from the entire awards team,” said the SmartBrief on Edtech’s editorial team.

Submissions were evaluated by both industry professionals and SmartBrief readers. SmartBrief is the leading digital news service for top-level education professionals in K-12, higher education, and specialized fields. Learn more about the SmartBrief Readers’ Choice Awards here.

“We are proud to be among those honored in the Readers’ Choice Awards! Thank you to the judges and educators who voted for DreamBox Math and Career Connect by Discovery Education,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer at Discovery Education. “Every day, our team works hard to deliver to educators the solutions that will empower students to succeed. This award is a powerful validation of this work and will inspire us to continue creating the highest quality solutions for PreK-12 classroom worldwide.” 

For more information about Discovery Education’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning solutions, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. 

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About Discovery Education 
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, PreK-12, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and strategic alliances, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, Discovery Education empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.

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HOUSTON, June 5, 2025 /3BL/ – Green Mountain Energy, the nation’s longest serving renewable energy retailer, has partnered with Treehouse, a software-enabled installation platform for electrification projects including home electric vehicle (EV) charging, to make home charger installation easier and more affordable by offering discounts available exclusively for Green Mountain customers.

Green Mountain Energy customers will receive a $100 discount on their installation with Treehouse and 5% off the purchase price of a Level 2 charger. Partnering with Treehouse removes uncertainty from what can be a daunting installation process for EV owners. By leveraging proprietary technology and operating as an end-to-end platform — managing quoting and design through to permitting and installation – Treehouse delivers a delightful, streamlined experience for EV customers.

“This partnership with Treehouse is a natural extension of Green Mountain Energy’s commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future,” said Andrea Ortega-Toledano, senior director of sustainability at Green Mountain Energy. “By offering our customers an easier and more affordable option to power their EV’s, we’re helping to drive the transition to a smarter, cleaner energy landscape—one charge at a time.”

Level 2 charging (240-volt) requires a dedicated charging station or EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) but is significantly faster than Level 1 (120-volt) charging, adding about 25 miles of range per hour. The voltage requirements for Level 2 chargers are similar to what’s needed for an electric dryer or range. Installation costs vary based on a home’s age, panel location, existing electrical setup, and preferred charger location. Treehouse will review a home’s electrical setup and provide customers with a transparent, personalized quote for installation.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Green Mountain Energy to make home EV charging more accessible and affordable for their customers,” said Eric Owski, Co-Founder and CEO of Treehouse. “Installing a home charger is one of the biggest hurdles for new EV owners, and our collaboration removes that friction—delivering a seamless, cost-effective solution so more drivers can enjoy the benefits of fast, reliable charging at home.”

Green Mountain Energy customers can receive a free, instant estimate or learn more about the partnership with Treehouse by visiting https://treehouse.pro/greenmountainenergy.

ABOUT GREEN MOUNTAIN ENERGY COMPANY
Green Mountain Energy is the nation’s longest serving renewable energy retailer, on a mission to inspire hope and motivate action through the use of clean energy. Green Mountain Energy offers consumers and businesses the choice of cleaner electricity products from renewable sources, as well as a variety of carbon offset products and sustainable solutions for businesses. Collectively, Green Mountain Energy customers have helped avoid over 125 billion pounds of carbon dioxide to date. Green Mountain Energy is lighting the path to a brighter future by supporting the sustainable projects of nonprofits through our charitable program, Green Mountain Energy Sun Club. To learn more about Green Mountain Energy, visit greenmountainenergy.com.

ABOUT TREEHOUSE
Treehouse is a software-enabled installation platform for electrification projects. The company’s mission is to accelerate the decarbonization of the places we live and work by simplifying the electrification journey. By operating as a centralized, end-to-end partner, Treehouse helps companies – including auto retailers and manufacturers, fleet providers, utilities, and electrification hardware manufacturers – scale electrification programs nationwide and deliver seamless, delightful installation experiences for customers. Treehouse has raised more than $25M in financing to date from investors and partners including Flourish Ventures, Eaton, Veriten, MassMutual Ventures and more. To learn more about Treehouse, visit treehouse.pro.

This is the third in an 8-part series reflecting on the International Year of Quantum’s guiding principles.

Embracing the Third Principle of the International Year of Quantum

As the world celebrates the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) in 2025, marking the centennial of Werner Heisenberg’s groundbreaking formulation of quantum mechanics, we find ourselves standing at a fascinating crossroads between scientific legacy and future potential. Among the guiding principles that shape this global initiative, the third principle — “Recognize Consensus, Honor Dissent, and Admit Ignorance” —emerges as perhaps the most profound reflection of not just quantum science itself, but of the scientific endeavor as a whole.

Quantum Leaps

There is something deliciously appropriate about applying this principle to quantum science—a field that has, from its inception, challenged our most fundamental assumptions about reality. Just as quantum particles exist in states of superposition until measured, our understanding of quantum phenomena exists in a perpetual dance between what we collectively agree upon, what remains contested, and the vast expanse of what we have yet to comprehend.

When Heisenberg developed his mathematical formulation of quantum mechanics in 1925, focusing solely on observable relationships rather than theoretical constructs that could not be measured, he set in motion a transformation in physics that continues to reverberate through our technological landscape a century later. Yet even as quantum mechanics has become one of the most successful scientific theories ever developed — powering everything from the transistors in our computers to MRI machines in hospitals—it remains a realm where consensus, dissent, and acknowledged ignorance coexist in productive tension.

Recognizing Consensus: The Common Ground

Scientific consensus represents the accumulated weight of evidence and theoretical understanding that has survived rigorous scrutiny. In quantum science, there exists robust consensus on the mathematical framework that allows us to make astonishingly accurate predictions about quantum systems. The Standard Model of particle physics, quantum electrodynamics, and the principles of quantum computation all represent areas where sufficient evidence and theoretical coherence have established a common ground for further exploration.

Recognizing consensus is not about declaring absolute truth but about acknowledging the solid foundation upon which we build our expanding understanding. It represents the collaborative achievement of generations of scientists who have contributed to a coherent body of knowledge that works — that makes predictions which align with experimental results to extraordinary precision.

But the spirit of the IYQ’s third principle suggests something more nuanced than merely listing established facts. It invites us to recognize consensus as a dynamic, evolving state — one that provides essential stability while remaining open to refinement, extension, and occasional revolution.

Honoring Dissent: The Seeds of Tomorrow

If consensus provides the stable ground of quantum science, dissent offers the fertile soil from which new insights grow. Throughout the history of quantum physics, principled dissent has played a vital role in refining and extending our understanding. From Einstein’s famous resistance to quantum indeterminacy (“God does not play dice”) to ongoing debates about quantum interpretation, dissent has prevented premature closure of scientific questions.

Honoring dissent means creating space for alternative viewpoints that challenge the mainstream — not out of contrarianism, but out of genuine scientific curiosity and commitment to following evidence wherever it leads. It means acknowledging that today’s fringe theory might become tomorrow’s new consensus, just as quantum theory itself once occupied the scientific periphery.

In the quantum realm particularly, where multiple interpretations of the same mathematical formalism can lead to identical experimental predictions, honoring dissent acknowledges the philosophical dimensions of scientific inquiry. The Copenhagen, Many-Worlds, Pilot Wave, and other interpretations of quantum mechanics represent not failures of consensus but a rich ecosystem of thought that keeps quantum science intellectually vibrant and philosophically engaged.

Admitting Ignorance: The Wellspring of Discovery

Perhaps the most courageous aspect of the third principle is its explicit embrace of ignorance. In an era where experts often feel pressure to project certainty, admitting the boundaries of our knowledge represents an act of intellectual honesty that ultimately serves scientific progress.

Quantum science abounds with acknowledged unknowns: How do we reconcile quantum mechanics with general relativity? What is the true nature of quantum gravity? How does quantum coherence relate to consciousness? What are the ultimate limits of quantum computing? These questions remain open not because of insufficient effort but because they probe the very frontiers of human understanding.

Admitting ignorance is not an admission of failure but a recognition of opportunity. It maps the fertile territories awaiting exploration and prevents the premature closure of inquiry that can occur when we pretend to know more than we do. Paradoxically, by embracing what we don’t know, we open ourselves to discovering what we couldn’t previously imagine.

The Third Principle in Practice

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum in 2025, this third principle offers practical guidance for how we might engage with quantum science and technology:

• For scientists, it suggests a balanced approach that builds upon established knowledge while remaining open to revision, challenges mainstream views constructively, and clearly communicates the boundaries between what is well-established, what remains contentious, and what lies beyond current understanding.
• For educators, it provides a framework for teaching quantum concepts that honors both the power of current models and their inevitable limitations, helping students navigate the tension between mastering established knowledge and cultivating the creativity needed to transcend it.
• For policymakers and industry leaders, it offers a nuanced perspective that can inform decisions about quantum technology investments—encouraging confidence in well-established applications while maintaining appropriate humility about more speculative possibilities.
• For the general public, it presents quantum science not as an intimidating monolith of esoteric certainties, but as an accessible, ongoing human adventure in which everyone can participate through curiosity, questioning, and wonder.

Beyond Quantum: A Principle for Our Time

While particularly resonant for quantum science, “Recognize Consensus, Honor Dissent, and Admit Ignorance” offers wisdom that extends far beyond this specific domain. In an era of polarization where knowledge claims are increasingly weaponized in cultural and political conflicts, this principle offers a middle path—one that values collective knowledge achievement without dogmatism, that respects challenge without cynicism, and that acknowledges limitation without despair.

As we stand at the threshold of quantum technologies that promise to transform computing, communication, medicine, and energy, this principle reminds us that our greatest scientific achievements have always emerged from a delicate balance—between what we collectively affirm, what we productively question, and what we honestly acknowledge we have yet to understand.

In this centennial year of quantum mechanics, as we celebrate the remarkable journey from Heisenberg’s mathematical breakthrough to today’s quantum technologies, perhaps the most fitting tribute to the quantum pioneers is to embrace this principle fully—recognizing the consensus they helped build, honoring the dissent that refined their insights, and admitting the vast ignorance that still awaits illumination by generations to come.

For in that balanced approach, we don’t just honor quantum’s past — we create the conditions for its future to flourish in ways we can scarcely yet imagine.

Start Your Quantum Journey with Keysight

Keysight’s strategic collaborations, specialized test and measurement solutions, quantum control systems, and quantum system design software tools are advancing progress in quantum computing research and commercialization. You can tap into expert insights and learn more about the tools driving quantum research forward by exploring Keysight Learn. Challenge yourself by enrolling for expert-led quantum bootcamps or exploring the growing library of quantum resources to expand your knowledge of this dynamic, emerging technology space.

With CertainTeed Insulation in Athens, Georgia, Maintenance Supervisor Kris Skipper found a company that gives him opportunities to grow and learn every day.

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: Making the World a Better Home. With more than 160 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada, there are so many robust and fulfilling career opportunities available. You’ll have the opportunity to work with colleagues from a wide range of businesses, cultures, and experiences.

About Success in the Making

Anyone can be a manufacturer! Whether you are just starting out or transitioning your career path, the manufacturing industry presents opportunities for success. Saint-Gobain North America’s Success in the Making series features the stories of team members who built their careers in manufacturing and thrived!

Watch the full Success in the Making series on YouTube.

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€46.6 billion in sales in 2024 
More than 161,000 employees, locations in 80 countries 
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 

DENVER, June 5, 2025 /3BL/ — KeyBank has awarded a $300,000 grant to Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise) to help disadvantaged households in Colorado and Utah remain safely, stably and affordably housed through low-income housing options that are healthy and sustainable. 

The KeyBank grant builds on the momentum of Enterprise’s Rocky Mountain Resilience Academy, expanding hands-on support for housing partners in Colorado and Utah to advance their development and organizational goals. It will also help affordable housing providers access new federal, state, and local funding—positioning them to launch projects that reduce carbon emissions and boost community resilience. 

“Enterprise’s mission is to make home and community​​ places of pride, power and belonging, and platforms for resilience and upward mobility for all,” said Chris Picardi, KeyBank Colorado market president. “This mission aligns perfectly with KeyBank’s vision of investing to protect the environment, and we are honored to support this program with our grant.” 

The Rocky Mountain Resilience Academy – initially launched in 2023– offers affordable housing owners and operators access to training, tools, peer learning, technical assistance, and grants needed to achieve their program goals.

“Low-income and historically under-resourced communities are hit hardest by energy burdens and climate events. If we don’t act now to make affordable housing more resilient and energy-efficient, these families will face rising costs and housing instability,” Enterprise VP and Rocky Mountain Market Leader Jennie Rodgers said. “This grant provides affordable housing providers much-needed support to protect the health and wellbeing of their residents and communities.”

About Enterprise Community Partners

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $80.9 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging. Join us at enterprisecommunity.org.

About KeyCorp
In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit KeyBank Heritage Center. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $189 billion at March 31, 2025.  Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC. 

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Nearly 1 in 3 women will experience rape or attempted rape in their lifetime—a heartbreaking statistic that’s even higher among women of color and Indigenous communities, according to the Conference on Crimes Against Women (CCAW).

This month, the CCAW marked its 20^th anniversary in Dallas, bringing together attendees from all 50 states and three countries. For the 18^th consecutive year, the Mary Kay Ash Foundation® is honored to support this powerful gathering. It’s an event that unites thousands of people on the front lines—first responders, law enforcement, advocates, faith leaders, campus safety officers, nurses, legal professionals, child protective services (CPS) workers, tribal leaders, and more—who are all working together to end violence against women and change that statistic.

“Since 2006, the Mary Kay Ash Foundation’s unwavering support has made it possible for the Conference on Crimes Against Women to provide premier training for professionals addressing violent crimes against women,” said Becky Park, Executive Director of the Conference on Crimes Against Women. “This partnership ensures that frontline responders are equipped with practical tools and strategies they can implement in their communities—ultimately enhancing prevention, improving responses, and driving meaningful change.”

Attendees had access to over 250 comprehensive workshops, case studies and hands-on computer labs taught by experts that addressed important topics from forensic nursing and campus safety to stalking, trafficking and technology-enabled abuse. They learned the latest technology to prevent these crimes, heard stories from diverse voices across the field, shared knowledge and collaborated on strategies to address underlying issues that make women unsafe. Most importantly, they walked away with actionable learnings to truly make a difference in this fight.

One of the most moving moments came during the keynote session, featuring Nichole Schmidt and Tara Petito of the Gabby Petito Foundation. After losing Gabby to intimate partner violence, they turned their grief into action, creating a foundation focused on awareness, prevention, and support for missing persons. Their conversation, moderated by retired police chief Tom Tremblay, deeply resonated with everyone in the room.

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In 2024, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated that data centers accounted for roughly 1.5 percent of global electricity demand. That number is expected to more than double by 2030, driven largely by the rise in AI infrastructure. To put this into perspective, that increase would be equivalent to Japan’s total electricity consumption today.

How will we meet this rising need for energy — not only from artificial intelligence (AI), but from other digital technologies and the electrification of industries, such as transportation and buildings?

While this challenge may seem daunting, there is reason for optimism. We are seeing numerous innovations and technologies paving the way forward, including advancements in more energy-efficient data centers, breakthroughs in liquid cooling, improved software models, increased energy security, and the exploration of alternative energy sources.

I recently had the opportunity to discuss the future of energy with Mary de Wysocki, SVP and Chief Sustainability Officer at Cisco; Adele Trombetta, SVP & GM, CX EMEA at Cisco; and Christopher Wellise, VP of Sustainability at Equinix, a Cisco customer that provides global digital infrastructure and colocation services. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation.

Q: How are customers adjusting their strategies in response to the energy picture right now?

Adele: Our customers and partners are driving strong demand for AI deployment to unlock its benefits and stay competitive. This trend spans across industries in both the public and private sectors. The pressure is undeniable, but the energy impact of AI, particularly generative AI, is also on our customers’ minds, especially as large language models (LLMs) are being deployed and trained at scale. Many of our customers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) have net-zero targets, so they need to manage the accelerating adoption of AI carefully. They are approaching this with sustainability in mind, making it a core part of strategy development rather than an afterthought. It’s about adopting AI while simultaneously managing its energy impact.

Mary: Interestingly, perspectives can vary depending on who you’re speaking with — whether it’s customers, partners, or suppliers. A common theme emerging, particularly in light of global dynamics, is resiliency. There is a clear focus on proactive investments to secure the energy needed for the future. It’s also about finding ways to move forward collaboratively and identifying opportunities for co-investment. The priorities are clear: we need growth, resilience, and a more sustainable approach.

Chris: We’re seeing several key themes across the customer landscape. Resiliency and reliability are top priorities, with customers focused on ensuring their applications run smoothly. Regulatory compliance is another major concern, especially in regions like the European Union (EU) with directives such as the EU Energy Efficiency Directive. Another request is for end-to-end solutions that optimize operations across the entire value chain as well as support sustainability reporting and regulatory requirements. As customers adopt hybrid multi-cloud environments, they are keen to optimize energy use across platforms and regions. Finally, partnerships are critical. Customers recognize the need to collaborate with suppliers, energy providers, and others to meet their goals and optimize energy use. For example, in the Cisco-Equinix partnership, 70% of devices connected to the Equinix fabric run on Cisco technology.

Q: We know data centers are the foundation for supporting the AI boom and managing its related energy needs. What are some technological advancements that are happening in the data center?

Mary: Designing products with energy efficiency in mind is a critical first step in delivering business outcomes and addressing sustainability. For example, Cisco’s Silicon One chip is engineered to be both energy-efficient and optimized for AI workloads, enabling customers to reduce power consumption while meeting the growing demands of modern networks and data-intensive applications. In addition to that, a foundational innovation for customers, partners, and suppliers is our Sustainability Data Foundation (SDF). It provides a single source of truth, offering the data needed to manage carbon footprints and progress toward net-zero goals. This information empowers technology leaders with the tools to better manage energy and drive sustainability.

Chris: Designing for efficiency is so important. Since 2021, we have required all new build sites to pursue LEED or an equivalent green building certification to demonstrate adherence to recognized sustainability best practices in design and construction. Data centers, built to last 20 to 30 years, require optimization in both design and operations. Innovation in cooling is especially important because cooling typically accounts for over half of energy consumption. Over 100 Equinix data centers are now enabled with access to liquid cooling technology, such as heat exchangers or direct-to-chip cooling. In the latter, a copper plate, fluid, and closed-loop system remove heat directly from the chip while using chemicals to prevent erosion and bio slimes. From a sustainability perspective, this concentrated heat becomes highly usable. For example, in Helsinki, Finland, heat from data centers warms over 10,000 homes, and during the last Summer Olympics, the aquatic center pools were heated by an Equinix data center. Additionally, AI-powered advanced software can create digital twins to optimize cooling parameters and reduce energy consumption for cooling.

Adele: Cisco’s new products now integrate both sustainability and security into the design process. Customers increasingly want to understand how we deploy, monitor, and optimize technology to address energy consumption, performance, and AI. According to a Gartner study, “By 2030, more than 70% of data centers will monitor sustainability metrics, up from approximately 10% today.” (source: Gartner®). Collaboration within the partner and customer ecosystem is key to modernization and efficient resource use. Coordinating diverse data — ranging from Cisco networking equipment to grid data, weather, location, and IT/OT systems — presents a complex but exciting challenge. With Splunk, we can streamline this process and generate the insights needed for effective information flow and optimization.

Q: How well is the global electricity infrastructure equipped to handle growing electricity demand?

Chris: Our primary challenge lies more in distribution than in supply, and the reasons for this vary by region. In the United States, aging infrastructure and complex policy and regulatory environments plays a role. In Europe, while there is rapid growth in renewable energy, integrating it effectively into the grid remains a challenge. In Asia, the situation is more diverse, with both rapid renewable energy expansion and a continued heavy reliance on fossil fuels. To tackle these issues effectively, it is crucial to address both distribution and supply simultaneously.

Mary: Generative AI requires significant energy, prompting the question: how do we ensure reliable access to the grid? In New York City, I see both opportunity and challenge in the grid. The U.S. grid, built mostly in the ’60s and ’70s, lacks reliability and resilience, with 70% of transmission lines over 25 years old. We see the potential of AI to help address major challenges, but its success depends on modernizing the grid and data centers. Industrial IoT can play a key role in creating smart, more secure grids that maximize available energy, support diverse energy sources and enable predictive maintenance.

Adele: We are partnering with customers eager for digital transformation, including energy companies supporting critical national infrastructure. Leveraging this shift, we are focusing on creating more sustainable solutions and we’re building smart grids that prioritize efficiency. While AI is still in its early stages, ongoing collaboration and partnership with utilities is vital to ensure flexibility and adaptability for their evolving needs.

Interested in learning more about the future of energy and the influence of AI? Join me in person as I lead a discussion about this topic at Cisco Live US in San Diego from June 8-12. The session will take place on Tuesday, June 10 from 2 to 2:30pm PT, and you can register here.

Source: Gartner, [10 Performance Metrics to Improve Data Center Sustainability], [Henrique Cecci, Autumn Stanish], [14 February 2025]

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