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Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

By Mark McCaffrey, Chief Financial Officer at GoDaddy

Everything we do at GoDaddy—from the products we create to the guidance we provide—is rooted in empowering entrepreneurs. And what truly brings that mission to life for me is meeting those entrepreneurs. Hearing their stories firsthand is both inspiring and deeply insightful, helping us better support their success as small business owners.

I recently had the pleasure of spending time with Taylore C.Y. Evans, the Phoenix-based photographer behind The Outlandish Blueprint. Throughout our conversation, I couldn’t help but admire her determination to take control of her own narrative and build a future on her terms, even when the path wasn’t easy.

Taylore’s love of photography started with her trusty iPhone 7. After noticing that she had a plethora of selfies but hardly any pictures of friends and family, she turned the lens around during a trip to San Diego. What started as a fun photoshoot with friends ended with the realization that she might just have a knack for photography.

Feeling unfulfilled by the corporate world, Taylore knew that she wanted something more from her career. She made the brave decision to jump into entrepreneurship, and The Outlandish Blueprint was born. She built her business step by step, overcoming family skepticism, housing instability and the uncertainties of small business ownership in her pursuit of purpose. 

Her breakthrough came when she discovered the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Pacific Southwest and Empower by GoDaddy, a social impact program that provided education, resources and a supportive community of likeminded entrepreneurs. Through this program, she built her professional website with GoDaddy, refined her business and even won sixth place in the BBB’s first-ever Empower by GoDaddy live business pitch competition.

Today, Taylore continues to push boundaries. She has grown her business and launched Lens Lounge, a portable studio for events and editorial photography. She envisions expanding to 50 employees, making photography more accessible while upholding the ethical business practices that guide her. She’s also ready to refine her social presence with some help from GoDaddy Airo™. 

While she still faces challenges like navigating SEO, scaling her business and balancing creativity with strategy, I have no doubt that her ambition will continue pushing her forward. GoDaddy Venture Forward data shows that 66% of small business owners believe life is better as an entrepreneur, and Taylore is an excellent example of why.

It was such a treat to sit down with Taylore and hear her story—she even came back the following week to take my team’s headshots! Taylore’s story is more than just an entrepreneurial success; it’s a reminder that every dream, no matter how outlandish, deserves a blueprint. She represents the spirit of innovation, perseverance and community that drives small business owners everywhere. At GoDaddy, we are honored to support entrepreneurs like Taylore, helping them turn passion into possibility.

To every entrepreneur out there: your vision matters, your journey is unique and your impact is limitless. Keep building, keep dreaming and most importantly—keep going.

Cheers,

Mark

NEW YORK, February 27, 2025 /3BL/ – Discussing purpose-driven leadership in today’s global climate, leading CEOs who are a part of a coalition of more than 200 of the world’s largest companies collectively representing $9.6 trillion in annual revenue and $37 billion in total community investment attended Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose’s© (CECP) Board of Boards this week in New York, New York.

This closed-door, CEO-only session provided a distinct opportunity for CEOs to discuss how they can connect their investments in their people and communities and their corporate purpose to the business strategy. CEO discussion leaders included:

Doug McMillon, President & CEO, Walmart Inc Hans Vestberg, Chairman & CEO, VerizonNoel Wallace, President & CEO, Colgate-Palmolive CompanyRichard Edelman, President & CEO, EdelmanRoger Ferguson, Immediate Past President & CEO, TIAAYvette Ostolaza, Management Committee Chair & Executive Committee Member, Sidley Austin LLP

Key Takeaways

During live polling, CEOs indicated that these top four words describe how they are feeling in the current sociopolitical environment: anxious, uncertain, concerned, and optimistic. Three months ago, “optimism” led the way.Companies may want to identify fewer societal KPIs where they can make a greater difference and impact, rather than doing it all. Too many is too theoretical.What businesses do locally matters; these actions need to be consistent with a company’s values, such as aligning volunteering to business strategy. With trust, companies can increase market share through services like volunteering, which leads to a better reputation.Talk to those who do not like you; that’s where the innovation and insights often come from.Purpose, values, and culture matter and are a North Star, especially in tough times.

“CEOs utilized the Board of Boards conversation to openly discuss their journeys, achievements, and obstacles in shaping and integrating corporate purpose into their business strategies,” said Daryl Brewster, CEO of CECP. “These top executives use their corporate purpose as a guiding principle to steer through today’s challenges, which is more important than ever as they are operating in a rapidly changing and uncertain world.”

The event was limited to CECP CEOs, and the list of attendees included:

Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global Brian Fahrney, Chair Elect of the Executive Committee, Sidley Austin LLPBrian Shaw, CEO, Discovery Education Calvin Butler, President & CEO, Exelon CorporationChris Maloof, CEO, BenevityChristiana Riley, CEO of Americas and Management Board Member, Santander BankDaniel Crowley, Chairman, President & CEO, Triumph GroupDavid Best, President & CEO, Newman’s OwnDoug Conant, Founder & CEO, ConantLeadershipHamdi Ulukaya, Founder & CEO, Chobani, LLCHenrietta Fore, Chairman & CEO, Holsman InternationalJaclyn Leibl-Cote, CEO & President, ColletteJason Stevens, Executive Vice President, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas) Jessica Foster, CEO, RHR InternationalLawrence Coben, Chair, President & CEO, NRG EnergyMargaret Rogers, CEO, ParivedaMark Pearson, CEO, EquitableMauricio Guitérrez, Former President & CEO, NRG Energy, IncMichael Pisani, CEO, Jimmy’s Gourmet BakeryNeha Parikh, Former CEO, Waze and President, Expedia GroupRohit Kapoor, Chairman & CEO, EXL Service Scott Boatwright, CEO, Chipotle Mexican GrillSteve Beard, Chairman & CEO, Adtalem Global EducationTheodore Dysart, Managing Director, Russell ReynoldsWilliam Cyr, CEO, FreshpetWilliam McNabb, Former Chairman & CEO, Vanguard

“It’s always meaningful when I have the opportunity to join other CEOs at Board of Boards to discuss our journeys, achievements and obstacles in integrating corporate purpose into our business strategies,” said Calvin Butler, President and CEO, Exelon. “This network of top executives is harnessing the collective power of its responsible, purpose-driven businesses when navigating today’s toughest challenges. And when we do, our customers and our communities benefit.”

This year’s 2025 Force for Good honorees, recognized at the event, are:

Doug McMillon, President & CEO, Walmart Inc.Hans Vestberg, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, VerizonNoel Wallace, Chairman, President & CEO, Colgate-Palmolive Company

Force for Good honorees advocate on behalf of their companies to create a better world through business, and the recognition acknowledges a CEO’s leadership in the community and within their companies.

Additionally, this year’s Lawrence A. Wien Legacy Award honoree is Roger Ferguson, Immediate Past President & CEO, TIAA. This acknowledgement highlights many of his contributions to making a significant positive impact on society through his leadership in finance, economics, and corporate responsibility. Specifically, as Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve, Ferguson played a critical role in maintaining financial stability, especially in responding to the economic impact of 9/11. Ferguson has also been a strong advocate for diversity in corporate leadership and financial services. He has worked to create opportunities for underrepresented groups in the industry. This exemplifies CECP founder Paul Newman’s belief that businesses can always “do more”, where CEOs purpose-driven and values-first work raises the bar.

“Sidley is honored to once again host CECP’s Board of Boards and to facilitate discussions with some of the most influential and innovative global leaders,” said Yvette Ostolaza, Management Committee Chair, Sidley Austin LLP. “Sidley is focused on providing the highest level of service to our clients, while also giving back to our communities and cultivating the next generation of civic leaders. We are proud of our Built to Lead® Civic Leadership Academy, attorney development program. We are also proud to be a member of and to support CECP, which convenes leaders to discuss purpose-driven trends and share experiences, and is invaluable in positively impacting the communities we serve.”

CECP thanks its sponsors for their generous support of 25th anniversary year: Visa Foundation, Bank of America, Exelon, Panasonic, RHR International, StateFarm, Tata Consultancy Services, Vanguard, and Wynn Resorts. CECP also thanks Sidley Austin LLP for hosting the event, and the Empire State Building for lighting in CECP Blue.

The 2026 Board of Boards will be held in New York City. Interested CEOs can reach out to info@cecp.co.

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About Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP)

Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose® (CECP) is the only business counsel and network dedicated to driving measurable returns on purpose. We promote responsible purpose-driven business as it increases customer loyalty, builds employee engagement, improves brand trust, attracts top talent, connects with strategic investors, and contributes to the bottom line.

More than 200 of the world’s leading companies seek to improve their return on purpose through access to CECP’s solutions in insights and benchmarking. With our companies, we harness the power of purpose for business, stakeholders, and society.

For more information, visit http://cecp.co.

CECP Media Contact

Katie Leasor

kleasor@cecp.co

Originally published in Lenovo’s 2023/24 ESG Report

Packaging

Packaging has been identified as a significant environmental aspect under Lenovo’s EMS. Its packaging priorities focus on reducing packaging consumption and waste by:

Increasing the use of recycled and renewable materials in packagingIncreasing the use of bio-based materialsReducing the size of product packagingExpanding the use of bulk and reusable packaging solutions

In FY 2023/24, Lenovo’s packaging objective was to minimize the material consumption of packaging while driving the use of more environmentally sustainable materials. Lenovo is intent on reducing the size of its packaging to minimize the materials used while maintaining adequate protection for its products.

Lenovo supports the above objective with a target to transition packaging to recycled materials or renewable materials, especially plant-based bamboo or sugar cane fibers. The use of bamboo or sugar cane fibers in select products marked the launch of a new era of packaging offerings for Lenovo, while also enhancing customer experience. Bamboo fiber has many favorable features, including:

Sleek and robust designLightweight100 percent renewable

Lenovo’s packaging program requires all corrugated container packaging supplied to be a minimum of 70 percent post-consumer fiber content and requires suppliers to use the maximum available PCC where adequate supplies exist without compromising required packaging performance characteristics, while the printing on boxes is done via flexography with water-based, non-toxic, RoHS-compliant inks. In addition, Lenovo’s packaging program requires the use of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified fibers in liners for all PC products when virgin fibers are used.

Since 2008, Lenovo has eliminated7 4,809 metric tons of packaging consumption by weight. In FY 2023/24 alone, Lenovo reduced7 packaging consumption by 672 metric tons.

7 These numbers reflect packaging innovations that resulted in reduced packaging weight for individual products. See Section 7.0 for additional metrics about total packaging use by year.

In its operations, Lenovo uses reusable bulk packaging for the transportation of chassis to manufacturing locations.

Leading the way in innovative packaging

At Lenovo, packaging isn’t just a way to get finished devices from the manufacturing facility safely into the customers’ hands. It is an opportunity for the innovative packaging engineers and designers to consider innovations that could help reduce the environmental impact of packaging and logistics.

Bamboo fiber

Lenovo began using bamboo fiber in 2012 as packaging cushions. In 2022, a brand-new bamboo gift box was introduced to ThinkPad X1 and Z series. In 2023, the bamboo fiber packaging was expanded to all ThinkPad series (except the E series). It is made from 100 percent renewable bamboo fiber and the box weight is effectively reduced by 30 percent compared to the previous gift box.

All PC boxes contain at least 70 percent old corrugated containers8 (OCC) recycled content.

8 OCC contains both PCC and PIC contents

Ocean bound plastic

Plastic pollution has negatively affected the ocean’s ecosystems and the marine animals who reside there. In 2019, the packaging team began researching the possibility of using ocean bound plastic (OBP) in product packaging. Based on repeated test results, the packaging team determined a mix of 30 percent OBP with 70 percent other recycled plastic had the best performance. Lenovo launched the first packaging cushion containing OBP (30 percent OBP and 70 percent other recycled plastics) in ThinkPad L14 packaging. In FY 2023/24, Lenovo expanded the use of OBP as thermoformed cushions or system bags for select desktop/AIO, consumer notebook, and server products. Lenovo estimates these new applications will use 165 metric tons of ocean bound plastic per year.

Plastic-free packaging

Lenovo aims to eliminate plastic materials from product packaging. By combining bamboo fiber technology, self-locking boxes, and other innovative technologies, the packaging team accomplished plastic-free primary packaging on ThinkPad X1 and Z series in FY 2022/23. In FY 2023/24, plastic-free primary packaging was expanded to all ThinkPad series (except the E series) and select smartphones. As a result, Lenovo eliminated 548 metric tons of plastic in packaging.

Results of Lenovo’s progress against its packaging targets are available in Section 8.0. Lenovo’s ESG KPIs include packaging KPIs, for more information see Section 9.0.

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Australian industrial innovator, Products for Industry (PFi), recently developed what is believed to be a world-first, pure titanium, cross-flow membrane solution for wastewater treatment. This solution has uptime, environmental, and yield benefits compared with traditional wastewater treatment methods.

PFi turned to Rockwell to help with automation hardware – using Rockwell Automation’s CompactLogix™ control system and PanelView Plus™ graphic terminal – to make the solution streamlined, repeatable, and easy to integrate for its industrial manufacturing customers.

PFi conducted extensive pilot tests at a wastewater treatment plant in New Zealand finding that the titanium solution allowed very high flow and flux rates; an easier and faster clean-in-place (CIP) process; and no fouling or long-term issues with fats, oils, and greases. The pilot tests also showed that running costs and energy use would be reduced over the system’s lifetime.

“With traditional membranes made of ceramic or plastic, back-pulsing and cleaning often creates problems, so the overall lifetime of the equipment is reduced,” said Gavin Dunwoodie, managing director, PFi. “Titanium provides a true closed-loop solution as the only 100% recyclable membrane, even after 20 or more years in service, which is an outstanding benefit to customers’ ESG goals.”

Titanium is the ninth most known metal in the earth’s crust and possesses the highest strength-to-weight ratio. It is as strong as steel, but weighs 45% less, and is non-magnetic, non-corrosive, and does not conduct electricity.

After more than 10 years in development, this fully evolved and tested product is now entering service in Australia with a leading beverages company, which will use the new technology to separate solids from liquid streams in various stages of the waste stream process.

“This forward-thinking beverages company wanted an advanced solution that would continue to increase their throughput, while lowering their environmental footprint,” said Dunwoodie.

After successful testing, pilots, and now service with the beverages company, PFi is looking to scale up operations.

“Rockwell’s standard design will help with our solution’s market acceptance when we enter the export market,” said Dunwoodie. “There is particularly strong potential in the spirit industry, where it can replace paper membranes to deliver better outcomes with reduced waste.”

Syreeta McAuley | Principal Conversational Designer

Did you know, HBCUs, while representing less than 3% of colleges in the country, produce 46% of Black women engineers. We’re thrilled to kick off the second year of our partnership with HBCU Heroes as part of our ongoing celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth.

The organization works to empower students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to compete in corporate America, including the tech sector. Our partnership gives Gen team members the chance to mentor HBCU students directly, helping equip them with the professional skills they need to excel in their internships and careers after graduation.

In 2024, we provided $20,000 and 105 employee volunteer hours to mentor and support 65 HBCU students. “This program gave me valuable insight that was personal and relatable,” said Meaghan Lewis, a biology student at Tennessee State University, who completed our inaugural year of the mentorship program in 2024. “I loved the one-on-one discussion with my mentor, who was very attentive to my needs and questions, and the program overall made me feel more secure and confident in my capabilities.”

Gen mentors will lead four sessions in 2025 that each focus on specific professional skills, including a resume building workshop, mock interviews and an in-depth discussion about career journeys. Mentors are encouraged to share their experiences about career paths, transitions, navigating corporate culture and more.

We can’t wait to meet this year’s cohort at our first virtual session on March 19th. For more information on our work with HBCU Heroes check out this blog post.

At the recent GreenBiz25 conference, I had the privilege to lead a break-out session on nature case studies and join a panel to discuss integrating nature into corporate strategy. I was able to share how Chemours is actively working to enhance nature and ecosystem resilience across our sites while engaging our communities.

At Chemours, we take our commitment to protect the environment and our communities seriously. That’s why we partnered with Tandem Global (formerly Wildlife Habitat Council) to complete nature and biodiversity assessments in 2024, including using the Taskforce on Nature Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) guidance to identify and understand the nature-related dependencies, impacts, risks and opportunities within Chemours operations and our value chain, ensuring we are well-positioned to report on and address these critical issues.

This collaboration helped us build a framework aligned with our corporate vision and enables our sites to enhance their conservation efforts. As part of this work, we launched the “Power of ChemisTREE” program, which exemplifies our commitment to renewing habitats and fostering conservation across our operational sites and in the communities where we work. The Power of ChemisTREE focuses on multiple fronts, including tree planting, invasive species removal, and the creation of pollinator gardens, all of which play crucial roles in enhancing environmental resilience.

By integrating nature into our strategy and engaging beyond corporate teams to meet our employees where they are, we are driving real, tangible actions that contribute to our long-term sustainability goals and support our work to strengthen Chemours for the long term. Our journey is ongoing, and we are committed to doing our part to ensure ecosystem resilience and nature stewardship.

In high-income countries, more than 80% of children diagnosed with cancer will survive. Yet in some low- and middle-income countries, this number tragically drops to 20%1.

At a UN General Assembly meeting in 2018, Dr. David G. Poplack, Global HOPE founding director (now retired) discovered that Teva provides a significant portion of the medicines that treat pediatric cancer, which can help change this reality. That’s when Teva’s partnership with Texas Children Hospitals’ Global HOPE (Hematology-Oncology Pediatric Excellence) program was born.

Global HOPE takes a sustainable approach to treating children with cancer and blood disorders, addressing inequities in care by:

Training doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals (HCPs)Enhancing access to essential medicinesImproving pediatric healthcare facilities

Between 2021 and 2024, Teva donated approximately 1.5 million doses of medicines (worth about $27 million) to patients in Malawi, Uganda, Tanzania, Botswana and Rwanda, with the help of Direct Relief. This includes about 20 different types of medicines, such as chemotherapy, anti-infectives, anti-fungal and hormone therapy. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, we mobilized quickly to assure essential medicines and supplies continued to reach patients in the region.

We also support training programs to teach HCPs how to handle these medicines and help patients access them. In 2024, we trained 234 HCPs, who went on to diagnose 1,731 patients. We also awarded 11 scholarships to nurses and a medical officer and organized 3 workshops for 141 HCPs on professional well-being.

For Teva, the partnership with Global HOPE supports our targets to increase access to medicines, which are integrated into our business strategy, with some tied to executive compensation and a sustainability-linked bond. We have launched nine access to medicines programs around the world to date (exceeding our commitment of eight by 2025), getting our medicines to more people who need them, including in low- and middle-income countries.

Prior to his retirement in 2024, Dr. Poplack paid tribute to the partnership’s impact: “I’ve seen a lot in pediatric cancer over many years, but of all the things I’ve been involved in, Global HOPE and this partnership with Teva has the greatest potential medical impact. There is much we can do together to save many thousands of lives. If we’re able to improve survival by 40%, 40,000 children per year will be saved. It’s an amazing statistic.”

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Learn how we address global challenges and support our communities, while also ensuring our business successJoin our team and be a part of our life-changing work

Footnotes

1International Childhood Cancer Day 2024: Reducing the Survival Gap, World Health Organization, www.emro.who.int/media/news/international-childhood-cancer-day-2024-reducing-the-survival-gap.html

To achieve net-zero carbon by 2050, Saint-Gobain North America must reach key milestones by 2030. In our latest episode of Journey to 2030, Saint-Gobain is showing how circular economy practices can be successful! 

In 2023, Saint-Gobain North America began a recycling program between automotive glass subsidiary Saint-Gobain Sekurit and building products subsidiary, CertainTeed Insulation. Because of these efforts, our CertainTeed plant in Chowchilla, CA is lowering scope 2 & 3 emissions. Watch how thinking outside the box to develop innovative approaches moves us towards our sustainability goals.

About Journey to 2030

With approximately 37% of CO2 emissions coming from the built environment, we have a responsibility as the leader of light and sustainable construction to move towards net-zero carbon by 2050. But before we can get there, Saint-Gobain has milestones we’re trying to achieve by 2030. 

Join us on our Journey to 2030 and watch the entire video 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’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023 
160,000 employees, locations in 79 countries 
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

MIAMI, February 27, 2025 /3BL/ – Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, is advancing greater fuel efficiency for propulsion through innovative hull designs and new hardware and technology, along with underwater drone inspection and cleaning trials.

This work is done through complementary strategies focused on maximizing hydrodynamic performance and enhancing ongoing hull maintenance, which reduces a ship’s underwater drag. Together, these efforts reduce fuel use for each ship and across the company’s global fleet, which also lowers its overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

“We’re not just tinkering here – we’re looking at every available area for improvement for how our cruise ships operate,” said Lars Ljoen, chief maritime officer for Carnival Corporation. “By combining state-of-the-art hull designs, advanced propulsion technology and years of experience, we’re continuously enhancing our ships’ performance.”

Increasing Hydrodynamic Efficiency

The following elements cumulatively improve hydrodynamic efficiency across the fleet, reducing the propulsive power and fuel needed to drive ships through water:

Hull Designs: When selecting the optimal hull design, computer-assisted analysis enables ship and propeller designers to run hundreds of thousands of simulations, identifying the best design options for different sailing conditions.Trim Optimization: Software is used onboard to optimize the trim of a vessel by transferring ballast water internally to ensure that the ship operates continuously in the best configuration for propulsive efficiency.Podded Propellers: Over 40 ships in the company’s fleet are fitted with high-efficiency, 360-degree steerable podded propulsion units that are up to ~7% more efficient than conventional propellers. This number will continue to grow as new ships with this technology are added to the fleet.Air Lubrication Systems (ALS): Over 10% of the company’s fleet is already equipped with this leading-edge technology, which uses air bubbles to reduce the ship’s resistance as it moves through the water, reducing propulsive fuel consumption by 5% or more. Over the next three years, 10 more ships are planned for ALS conversion.Hull Inspections with Drones: Drones are being trialed to monitor the condition of hull coatings, allowing the company to optimize the timing of hull cleaning and manage marine growth and debris for retaining peak hydrodynamic efficiency.Robot Hull Cleaning: The company is conducting trials with several service providers that offer the next generation of remotely operated vehicle (ROV) “robot” hull cleaners. The ROVs can map the hull and accelerate the cleaning process, offering continuous improvement opportunities for cleaning speed, efficiency and quality to approach the goal of full hull cleaning during a single port visit and efficiently cleaning without damaging protective hull coatings.Next-Gen Hull Paint: Innovative new hull coatings with advanced biofouling prevention are continually being tested across the company’s global operations to evaluate durability, efficiency, longevity and ease of application. At any one time, about 15% of the Carnival Corporation fleet is trialing promising new coatings.

The application of increasingly effective hull coatings, and proactive maintenance and performance strategies are high on the list of Carnival Corporation’s fuel savings and decarbonization strategies as the company pursues its aspiration of net zero GHG emissions by 2050.

Ljoen added: “This has been a journey of small steps and years of continued collaboration to push the boundaries of innovation and drive solutions for greater efficiencies. It is safe to say that collectively these initiatives have contributed to significant improvements in fuel and energy efficiency over time. In essence, we are continuously reducing our environmental footprint at the same time we deliver the best vacation experience for our guests.”

For more information on the company’s long-term sustainability vision and focus areas, visit Carnival Corporation’s dedicated report website, CarnivalSustainability.com.

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This release may include claims related to our greenhouse gas emissions reductions, goals, initiatives, accomplishments, and progress reports. Supporting data for such greenhouse gas emissions claims, including data verification information, is published in our Sustainability Reports on carnivalcorp.com/sustainability on an annual basis.

About Carnival Corporation & plc 
Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest global cruise company and among the largest leisure travel companies, with a portfolio of world-class cruise lines – AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), P&O Cruises (UK), Princess Cruises, and Seabourn.

Additional information can be found on www.carnivalcorp.com, www.aida.de, www.carnival.com, www.costacruise.com, www.cunard.com, www.hollandamerica.com, www.pocruises.com.au, www.pocruises.com, www.princess.com, and www.seabourn.com.

For information on Carnival Corporation’s industry-leading sustainability initiatives, visit www.carnivalsustainability.com.

Carnival Corporation Media Contacts:

Janna Rowell, Carnival Corporation, jrowell@carnival.com

Ellie Beuerman, LDWW, ellie@ldww.co

CHARLOTTE, N.C., February 27, 2025, /3BL/ – Discovery Education, the creator of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced the launch of a new Digital Citizenship Initiative. The Digital Citizenship Initiative is a dynamic partnership that provides educators and students with free tools, resources, and the skills needed to thrive in today’s digital world.

The Digital Citizenship Initiative grew out of needs summarized in a dedicated white paper entitled Risks and Resilience: Why Digital Citizenship Matters in K12 Education. This study illuminated many of the issues facing today’s students, including cyberbullying, online privacy, and digital footprints. Furthermore, research shows that students remain largely unaware of the impacts of digital technologies on all aspects of life. Discovery Education defines digital citizenship as a set of strategies and behaviors designed to promote a safer online experience for everyone.

The Digital Citizenship Initiative partners include Impact Leader Verizon and Fortinet. Each partner has helped contribute expert insights to develop standards-aligned digital resources. Resources include ready-to-use materials, digital lessons, DEMystified series videos, and instructional materials spanning disciplines such as science, health, social studies, and English language arts. Educators can expect quarterly content releases covering a range of topics that address digital citizenship.

“At Verizon, we are driven by purpose and guided by values in all that we do. Being part of the Digital Citizenship Initiative is the latest building block in Verizon’s work to empower people to live, work, and play. Students are our future, and we are proud to support them as they learn to use digital technologies responsibly,” said Alex Servello, Associate Vice President of Responsible Business at Verizon.

“As a cybersecurity leader, we believe that staying ahead of sophisticated threats and cyber risks requires building a more cyber-aware society,” said Rob Rashotte, Vice President, Fortinet Training Institute. “To help achieve this, Fortinet partnered with educators to develop and make accessible a tailor-made security awareness curriculum to help prepare both educators and students to apply cybersecurity skills at school, at home, and everywhere they need it. We are proud that this curriculum will now be leveraged in the Digital Citizenship Initiative to further develop fundamental security skill sets across our global community.”

To access the Digital Citizenship Initiative resources, please visit digitalcitizenship.discoveryeducation.com. Educators with access to Discovery Education Experience can find these resources on the Digital Citizenship channel.

“Digital technology has revolutionized the way students learn, connect, and express themselves. Supporting digital citizenship is critical for preparing students to navigate an increasingly connected and complex online environment,” said Amy Nakamoto, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Alliances. “Thanks to our partners – Verizon and Fortinet – for your leadership in preparing students to navigate our tech-driven world responsibly.”

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 Verizon 
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

About Fortinet 
Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Our mission is to secure people, devices, and data everywhere, and today we deliver cybersecurity everywhere our customers need it with the largest integrated portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products. Well over half a million customers trust Fortinet’s solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry. The Fortinet Training Institute, one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry, is dedicated to making cybersecurity training and new career opportunities available to everyone. Collaboration with esteemed organizations from both the public and private sectors, including Computer Emergency Response Teams (“CERTS”), government entities, and academia, is a fundamental aspect of Fortinet’s commitment to enhance cyber resilience globally. FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet’s elite threat intelligence and research organization, develops and utilizes leading-edge machine learning and AI technologies to provide customers with timely and consistently top-rated protection and actionable threat intelligence. Learn more at https://www.fortinet.com, the Fortinet Blog, and FortiGuard Labs.

About Discovery Education 
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, K-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.

Contacts 
Grace Maliska 
Discovery Education 
Email: gmaliska@dicoveryed.com