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STAMFORD, Conn., April 2, 2025 /3BL/ – Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, is introducing concentrated formulas and packaging across all®, Persil® and Snuggle® liquid laundry products. This update offers laundry-doers effective detergent cleaning power and fabric conditioning softness and scent at a more concentrated level per load – making every wash more environmentally conscious. The new formulas and packaging began shipping to store shelves early March 2025 and will continue to roll out in subsequent months.

This initiative is a testament to the ongoing commitment to sustainability at Henkel, evidenced by significant reductions in resources used across the value chain. This includes an average 16% dose concentration across laundry detergent variants* and the integration of 50% recycled plastic content into new bottle designs, unlocking sustainability improvements and efficiency from production to shipping and to consumer use.

“At Henkel, we are dedicated to leading with initiatives that not only enhance product performance but also demonstrate our corporate values for the good of all generations,” said Philipp Schaffer, Corporate Senior Vice President, Henkel Consumer Brands, North America. “Together, we’re fostering more mindful laundry days that create positive, lasting impact.”

Martina Spinatsch, Senior Vice President, Research & Development, North America adds, “By further concentrating the liquid formulas for these laundry brands, we’re reducing our environmental footprint from plastic to water-usage to shipping, providing efficacy our consumers know and trust.”

The introduction of these concentrated formulas also sets new benchmarks in environmental stewardship for the brands:

• Water Conservation: The new detergent formulas reduce water usage in our manufacturing facilities, conserving approximately 9 million gallons annually, equivalent to the water used in 450,000 standard laundry wash loads**.
• Plastic Reduction: With concentrated formulas comes smaller bottles. The initiative achieves a nearly 5% net reduction in plastic, which is equivalent to the plastic found in over 20 million one-gallon milk jugs.
  • Moreover, the majority of the brands’ laundry product bottles will be made with 50% recycled materials.
• CO2 Reduction: With smaller, more efficient packaging, Henkel can effectively reduce the number of trucks needed for transportation, resulting in a significant decrease in CO2 emissions. This change will contribute to a projected annual CO2 emissions savings of over 4,000 metric tons, which is equivalent to the absorption capabilities of approximately 169,100 trees annually.

Formula concentration supports the Henkel 2030+ Sustainability Impact Framework, which focuses on creating a regenerative planet, thriving communities and trusted partnerships. By reducing resource consumption and enhancing product sustainability, Henkel aims to help influence positive consumer behavior through effective and environmentally responsible products.

Consumers can support these efforts by choosing all®, Persil® and Snuggle® brand products which support Henkel Corporation’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. To learn more, visit henkel-northamerica.com.

*Includes all® & Persil®

**Based on 20 gallons per washload

About all®

Sold in the United States, the all^® laundry brand has been a recognized leader and laundry partner for generations. Its portfolio of laundry care products includes concentrated liquid and single dose pac detergents, as well as liquid and sheet fabric softeners. all^® free clear detergent is the #1 recommended detergent brand by dermatologists, allergists and pediatricians for sensitive skin. Follow all^® on Instagram @all_laundry and Facebook @allLaundry.

About Persil®

As a trusted leader in laundry care, Persil® laundry detergent is formulated to help keep clothes looking newer for longer versus the leading value detergent. The fabric care ingredients of Persil® help keep colors from fading and whites and colors stay vibrant. Persil® is also packed with powerful stain-fighting enzymes to deliver a premium deep clean. Sold nationwide in the United States, the Persil® laundry portfolio includes liquid and single dose pac detergents. The detergents can be used in all water temperatures and washer types, including cold water and high-efficiency (HE) machines. Stay connected with Persil® on Instagram @PersilLaundry, TikTok @PersilLaundry and Facebook @Persil for the latest updates and tips.

About Snuggle®

Snuggle® fabric softener has been making the world a softer, fresher place for over 40 years, providing the ultimate in Snuggly Softness® and long-lasting freshness to loads of laundry. The Snuggle® line offers a variety of high-quality fabric conditioning products, including liquid softeners, dryer sheets, and in-wash scent boosters that make clothes snuggly soft while providing long-lasting freshness. See www.Snuggle.com for full details.

About Henkel in North America

Henkel’s portfolio of well-known brands in North America includes all®, Purex® and Persil® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners, Dial® soaps, Schwarzkopf® hair care, as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. With sales close to 6.5 billion US dollars (6 billion euros) in 2024, North America accounts for 28 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs around 8,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com and on X @Henkel_NA.

Agency Contact on behalf of Henkel: Brittni Wade
Email: bwade@agencyh5.com

Henkel North America Contact: Erica Cooper
Phone: 475-232-4973
Email: erica.cooper@henkel.com

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Did you know that each year, the U.S. sends more than 146 million tons of waste to landfills? It’s estimated that up to 75% of that waste could be recovered or recycled. To visualize, that’s enough recyclable material to fill the Hoover Dam 30 times over!

Since its inception in 2018, Global Recycling Day has highlighted the significant environmental and social benefits of recycling, reminding us that even small actions—like recycling cardboard boxes or composting food scraps and yard waste—can help create meaningful change.

Ready to make a difference? Discover practical tips to reduce waste, improve recycling rates, and adopt more sustainable practices by visiting the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s website: Reduce Waste: What You Can Do https://bit.ly/4ivefsj

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About Georgia-Pacific 
Based in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries are among the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of bath tissue, paper towels and napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose and building products.  Our familiar consumer brands include Angel Soft®, Brawny®, Dixie®, enMotion®, Quilted Northern®, Sparkle® and Vanity Fair®. Georgia-Pacific has long been a leading supplier of building products to lumber and building materials dealers and large do-it-yourself warehouse retailers. Its Georgia-Pacific Recycling subsidiary is among the world’s largest traders of paper, metal and plastics. The company operates more than 150 facilities and employs approximately 30,000 people directly and creates more than 80,000 jobs indirectly. For more information, visit: gp.com/about-us. For news, visit: news.gp.com. Follow Georgia-Pacific on LinkedIn, Meta, Instagram, X and YouTube.

FARMINGTON, Conn., April 2, 2025 /3BL/ – Four student teams from around the world are regional winners in Otis’ Made to Move Communities student challenge. These winning teams will go on to compete in Otis’ first global competition. In the fifth year of the annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) competition, more than 250 students from 28 schools proposed innovative ways for Artificial Intelligence to improve urban mobility. Otis (NYSE: OTIS) is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.

Over the last several months, high school students, with the guidance of Otis volunteer mentors, designed concepts leveraging AI technology to enable more inclusive mobility in their communities, and presented their ideas to Otis judges in each of the company’s four regions: Americas, Asia Pacific, China and EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa).

Now, for the first time, the four regional winning teams will compete in a final round to determine a global challenge champion. Student teams will share how their solution to local challenges can be scaled globally, and present to a judging panel of Otis senior executives. The global winner will be announced in early May.

All schools with teams competing in the challenge receive a grant to further STEM learning. Each of the regional winner schools earned a $20,000 grant and the global champion team’s school will receive a total of $35,000 in STEM grants.

“It is exciting to witness the creativity and hard work these students have displayed – embracing AI and applying STEM skills to solve local challenges in urban mobility. I look forward to hearing our student participants expand on their outstanding ideas during our first global competition. Knowing our world holds immense potential for STEM-based solutions, we truly hope that this experience has inspired these students to continue exploring STEM programs and fields, setting them on a path to become our future leaders and innovators,” said Randi Tanguay, Otis Senior Vice President & Chief Communications Officer and global challenge judge.

The four regional winning teams are:

Pembroke Pines Charter High School, Florida, United States 

A smartphone application that uses AI to aid individuals with visual impairments by providing a description of their surroundings to help navigate spaces.

Yamagata Higashi High School, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

An AI-equipped mobility scooter to prevent falls and provide a safe mobility experience for the elderly.

Tianjin Farragut School, Tianjin, China

An AI-powered elevator system that optimizes multi-elevator coordination for efficient resource allocation, while integrating smart hardware to enhance travel comfort.

Üsküdar American Academy (UAA), Istanbul, Türkiye 

An AI-based app that sends audio, visual, and vibrating notifications to smartphones and smartwatches, helping individuals with hearing impairment recognize emergency alerts, audible hazards and warnings in their environment.

About the Made to Move Communities challenge

Launched in 2020, the Made to Move Communities challenge engages young minds to explore real-world urbanization challenges and develop innovative solutions with the potential to create more connected communities and improve mobility for all. This initiative brings together students, educators, and Otis colleagues as mentors with the goals of advancing STEM and leadership skills to help build the next generation of talent, ensure future workforce readiness, and sustain innovation.

Each year, the program focuses on a different theme that aligns with global priorities, such as sustainability, accessibility or technology. Students are encouraged to think critically and creatively, applying STEM principles to address mobility-related issues. Through workshops, mentorship, and collaboration, participants gain valuable insights and skills that prepare them for future careers while making a positive impact on society. Participating schools also receive grants at the conclusion of the program to support ongoing STEM education.

To date, the Made to Move Communities program has reached more than 1,000 student participants globally, involved more than 950 Otis volunteer mentors, and delivered nearly 100 grants totaling over $1 million to support ongoing STEM education at participating schools around the world.

To learn more about the Made to Move Communities challenge, visit www.otis.com/mtmc.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 44,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

In support of Black History Month, Griffith Foods is honored to have sponsored the 2025 Black Creativity Gala at the Museum of Science and Industry, celebrating Black innovators and artists.

This inspiring event showcases creativity, culture, and groundbreaking talent through the Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition. We take pride in supporting initiatives that promote diversity and innovation, and we’re excited to be part of a future where both thrive.

To learn more about the event, visit: https://www.msichicago.org/education/creativity-and-innovation/black-creativity/gala

Our Sustainability Journey
At Griffith Foods, we are committed to driving positive impact through a regenerative mindset. Sustainability is connected to everything we do as a business, and by 2030, we are dedicated to significantly improving the future with a singular sustainable business strategy that we call our 2030 Aspirations. To learn more about Griffith Foods and its current sustainability efforts, visit them online and download the 2023 Sustainability Report.

About Griffith Foods
At Griffith Foods, our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. We help our partners meet the evolving needs and desires of consumers in ways that respect and sustain the planet. Our care and creativity mean we’ll find the right mix of global reach and local impact to serve the earth and nourish all of us who call it home.

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Originally published on GEC’s New Feed

Today the Global Electronics Council (GEC) released its Final Product Category Proposal for Enterprise Data Storage products, which initiates coverage of this category under the EPEAT ecolabel, and development of the EPEAT “data center stack” to enable more sustainable data centers. The final proposal reflects stakeholder comments and data-supported recommendations submitted during the public consultation process.

This document outlines the rationale for adding enterprise data storage to the EPEAT portfolio, including market analysis, summary of sustainability impacts and strategies to reduce impacts, and stakeholder interest. It also provides an overview of product composition and makes recommendations on the scope and approach for developing criteria for this product category.

In order to activate this new EPEAT Product Category, GEC will apply the newly updated next generation sustainability criteria for Climate Change Mitigation, Reducing Chemicals of Concern and Responsible Supply Chains. GEC will also make necessary changes to apply the next generation EPEAT Sustainable Use of Resources Criteria to data storage equipment by convening Expert Ad Hoc Groups to review draft proposals for a Limited Criteria Revision. Where select Sustainable Use of Resources criteria have product specific thresholds and/or functional performance requirements, such as for recycled content and availability of replacement components, GEC will seek Expert Ad Hoc Group input on the applicability of server requirements to data storage products. No other revisions to EPEAT SUR-2025 Criteria or other next generation EPEAT Criteria are proposed. Following conclusion of the Expert Ad Hoc Group vetting process, GEC will initiate a Voluntary Consensus Process with NSF International for a Limited Criteria Revision of EPEAT SUR-2025.

EPEAT’s sustainability criteria are built and finalized via a community driven process. Stakeholders interested in participating in the Expert Ad Hoc Group are encouraged to contact criteria@gec.org by 11:59pm ET on April 16, 2025.

Please contact Erica Terek (eterek@gec.org) with any questions.

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career at GoDaddy.

I have been at GoDaddy for nearly nine years and lead the Global Research and Insights Team (GRIT). We are a Center of Excellence, providing insights to drive strategy and business decisions across GoDaddy. I joined GoDaddy Women in Tech (GDWIT) in my first year because I felt strongly about supporting other women across our company and it was a wonderful way to meet other GoDaddy employees. When we had an office in Santa Clara, California, I was the GDWIT leader for our location. We sponsored events and had speakers come into the office. One of my favorite events was an afternoon tea. We had a huge turnout, after all- who can resist tea sandwiches, scones and cookies?

My former manager, Laura Messerschmitt, who serves as the Executive Sponsor of GDWIT, encouraged me to get involved. Gradually, my engagement deepened, and I joined the leadership council to help plan events. I then progressed to the role of Co-Vice President and now proudly serve as Co-President. GDWIT has always been a valuable resource for its members and GoDaddy as a whole. I am honored to contribute to such an impactful Employee Resource Group.

What inspired you to pursue a career in the tech industry?

I found myself unexpectedly drawn to this path. While finishing my Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at UC Berkeley, with a focus on Quantitative Methods, I had initially planned to pursue a career as a professor. An internship opportunity arose with Tandem Computers in their Quality Improvement team, offering an attractive salary. I began working part-time at Tandem and was struck by the swift decision-making process, a stark contrast to the prolonged two-year cycle required for publishing academic research. The team was led by an exceptional woman who became my mentor. Later, I joined Cadence Design Systems and encountered another remarkable female leader who mentored me. These experiences pushed me to continue a career path within the tech industry.

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

I love that GoDaddy is inclusive and values diversity. The culture is incredibly collaborative and I am lucky to have a wonderful team, who are always willing to help one another out. Moreover, GoDaddy is very supportive of a healthy work-life balance and our Wellness Days are a perfect example of that commitment.

What advice would you give to other employees who want to get involved in GDWIT?

I highly recommend joining GDWIT. By participating, you will benefit immensely from networking with other employees who are passionate about supporting women in technology. You’ll have the opportunity to attend informative sessions, webinars, and talks, participate in wellness events, engage in mentor/mentee opportunities, and contribute to the community.

What future changes do you hope to see for women in the tech industry?

I hope to see more women in senior leadership positions across the industry.

GoDaddy is fortunate to have many strong women leaders, and we have had the privilege of hearing their experiences and advice through GDWIT events.

Their stories are both inspirational and offer valuable guidance for women early in their careers.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

I enjoy traveling, baking, and spending time with my family (my 24-year-old twin sons, Daniel & Gabriel, and my husband, Fred). Every year, I bake holiday cookies for friends, family and my rockstar GRIT team leaders. I make around 9 different recipes with 2-3 batches of each, which generates hundreds of cookies. With regard to travel, our most recent trips were to Vietnam/Cambodia, Costa Rica, Egypt and Portugal, and my favorite destination is Australia.

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April 2, 2025 /3BL/ – EarthShare brings its educational series the 30×30 Project back for a second year! This microsite and its corresponding promotional campaign highlight the importance of the 30×30 target established by the United Nations in 2022, a goal to protect 30% of our lands and waters, fresh and marine alike, by 2030.

As part of this second year of content development and expansion, the 30×30 Project microsite is now home to four new interconnected solutions that address various ways in which communities and organizations are working to tackle environmental concerns across the United States. These new solutions include:

1. Endangered Species Protection
2. Waste Prevention
3. Renewable Energy Adoption
4. Accessible Open Spaces

These four new solutions bring the total number of interactive solutions on the microsite to ten (with plenty of room to grow!)

Site visitors can tour each solution in a guided experience that breathes life into the most important environmental target of our time.

Why 30×30? 

Over the last century, biodiversity has come under significant threat due to habitat loss, urbanization and industrialization, pollution, and climate change. Biodiversity impacts the environmental systems and processes we all rely on—systems that support all life here on earth, from the water we drink, to the food we eat, to the air we breathe. It’s kind of a big deal.

Today only 16% of land, 15% of freshwater, and 8% of our oceans are protected. In the past 50 years alone, we’ve lost 60% of terrestrial (land-based) wildlife. Bottom line: the numbers do not look good. Thirty percent (or roughly one-third) is the minimum amount of land and water needed to be protected by 2030 if we’re going to avert ecological disaster.

The 30×30 Project: An Easy Way to Take Action for the Planet

The second year of the 30×30 Project brings more than four new solution areas, it also brings new ways for site visitors to take immediate action in support of the environmental issue areas and solutions they care about most. Each solution now boasts a “Get Involved” element, where users can find additional resources to continue their learning journey, vetted nonprofits to support, events and volunteer opportunities, tips and scripts for reaching out to congressional representatives, and more!

Our environment is our home, we all live here, it belongs to all of us. When our planet isn’t healthy, neither are we. Thankfully, it’s never been easier to do good for our environment—right from your own home! Visit the 30×30 Project microsite to get involved >> earthshare.org/30×30-project.

About EarthShare 

With over 35 years of experience and $400 million raised for environmental causes, EarthShare is a trusted philanthropic advisor, fiscal sponsor, and workplace giving partner offering the infrastructure and support to drive greater giving for a more just and sustainable world. From international groups to front-line grassroots organizations, EarthShare’s grantees and growing network of supporters are doing their part to tackle the most pressing environmental issues of our time.

Earthshare.org

Contact 
Katelyn Pettit, Program Director, 30×30 Project 
Katelyn@earthshare.org

NEW YORK, April 2, 2025 /3BL/ – As California looks to expand corporate climate disclosure requirements with the newly introduced Senate Bill 755 (SB 755), a groundbreaking analysis from Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A) and supporters Ceres, Carbon Accountable, and Persefoni, reveals that most of California’s largest state suppliers do not yet disclose key climate-related information. The findings have implications for the State of California’s supply chain as it pursues a goal of carbon neutrality by 2045.

The report – “California Supply Chain: Current Practices & Trends in Climate Disclosure” – is the first industry-wide benchmark assessing how major suppliers to the State —representing billions of dollars in procurement spend—are aligned with its ambitious climate strategy, including regulations such as SB 253 (Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act), SB 261 (Climate-Related Financial Risk Act), and the newly introduced, supplier-focused SB 755 (California Procurement Climate Information Act). SB 755 would require suppliers with over $25 million in state contracts to report their climate-related financial risks and Scope 1-3 GHG emissions, and suppliers with $5 to $25 million in State contracts to report their Scopes 1-2 emissions.

While not all the suppliers included in this analysis are in scope for SB 253 and SB 261, most would be required to report under SB 755. The research finds low voluntary reporting rates among current suppliers, indicating a lack of readiness to comply with the proposed regulation and pointing to the potential level of transparency to be gained through mandated reporting. An increase in awareness of its supplier base’s climate disclosures would support the ability of California to reduce emissions and address climate risk across its supply chain.

“California is leading the way in climate disclosure policy, but our research shows that its supplier base largely is not yet aligned with climate disclosure expectations” said Louis Coppola, CEO & Co-Founder at G&A Institute. “With SB 755 on the horizon, we now have a critical baseline to measure progress over time. It’s a tool for policymakers, procurement teams, and suppliers themselves as they navigate this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.”

Key Findings
Most of CA’s top suppliers don’t report climate data.

• 25% disclose Scopes 1 & 2 emissions
• 18% report Scope 3 emissions, the largest portion of most companies’ carbon footprints

Assurance and target-setting by CA suppliers lags behind expectations.

• 10% obtained third-party assurance for their reported GHG emissions.
• 11% have set science-based emissions reduction targets.

Climate risk assessments remain a blind spot for CA suppliers.

• 17% conducted a climate-related risk assessment aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).

These rates suggest state agencies, procurement teams, and policymakers should proactively drive supplier readiness by providing guidance on the specific requirements of each bill and their applicability, education on the complexities of climate reporting, and support for accurately measuring emissions and conducting climate-related risk assessments.

Establishing a Baseline for Future Progress
This new research provides a baseline for measuring progress in the years to come. As California’s climate regulations evolve, this analysis can be updated annually to track improvements, identify remaining gaps, and measure the impact of policies like SB 253, SB 261, and SB 755.

The report enables:

• Procurement teams to assess supplier progress and refine engagement strategies.
• Suppliers to benchmark their progress against their industry peers and make strategic and targeted improvements.
• Policymakers to track the effectiveness of climate laws and adjust guidance as needed.

“This report is an important resource for California policymakers and taxpayers and demonstrates the continued importance of ensuring that companies manage, measure, and disclose their climate-related risks and opportunities.” – Ceres

“Suppliers must do their part to help California achieve its ambitious climate goals. This analysis helps clarify where industry gaps exist and where targeted action is needed.”
– Carbon Accountable

“Persefoni is a carbon accounting and management platform that regularly supports customers as they examine their own supply chain risks and supplier specific emissions. Large institutional buyers – governments, universities, healthcare systems, corporations – are increasingly looking to suppliers to help assess and manage climate-related financial risks. This includes whether suppliers measure their own GHGs or consider potential disruptions to their own operations. Everyone is someone’s Scope 3, so all companies must be ready to provide emissions data and climate risk analysis. We’re only as resilient as our weakest supplier.” – Mike Wallace, Chief Decarbonization Officer, Persefoni 

What’s Next?
SB 755 is poised to bring even more suppliers into California’s climate disclosure framework. Analysis of the kind presented in this new report will be an essential tool for tracking progress, guiding industry engagement, and ensuring companies are prepared for increasing transparency demands.

Download the report at: https://www.ga-institute.com/research/research/research-reports/california-supplier-climate-trends-analysis/

About the Supporters

Ceres 
Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets is a center within Ceres that aims to improve the practices and policies that govern capital markets by engaging federal and state regulators, financial institutions, investors, and corporate boards to act on climate risk as a systemic financial risk.

Carbon Accountable
Carbon Accountable advances policies that increase the availability of the robust GHG emission data needed to inform corporate and investor decision making and empower consumers and policymakers.

Persefoni
Persefoni is a leading climate management and carbon accounting platform that enables businesses to track, manage, and disclose their carbon footprints in alignment with global standards.

About G&A Institute, Inc.

Founded in 2006, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. (G&A) is a sustainability consulting and research firm headquartered in New York City. G&A helps corporate and investor clients recognize, understand, and develop winning strategies for sustainability and ESG issues to address stakeholder and shareholder concerns. G&A’s proprietary, comprehensive full-suite process for sustainability reporting is designed to help organizations achieve sustainability leadership in their industry and sector and maximize return on investment for sustainability initiatives.

Since 2011, G&A has been building and expanding a comprehensive database of corporate sustainability reporting data based on analysis of thousands of ESG and sustainability reports to help steer strategy for our clients and improve their disclosure and reporting. More information is available on our website at ga-institute.com.

FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES & INTERVIEWS, CONTACT
Louis D. Coppola, CEO & Co-Founder 
Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. 
Tel 646.430.8230 ext 14 
Email lcoppola@ga-institute.com

Sean Grady featured Jim Sullivan, Chief Strategy and Development Officer, on a recent episode of The Environmental Transformation Podcast to talk about how Jim’s expertise has helped shape the sustainability strategy and vision at Veolia North America.

Since July 2024, Jim has supported the actualization of our Environmental Solutions & Services strategy and the execution of the business plan by leading the commercial operations group along with business development, marketing and mergers and acquisitions.

In this episode, Jim dives into details about key industry trends, including the challenges and strategies around managing PFAS, regulatory shifts, leveraging AI and data analytics for improved customer experience and the critical role of mergers and acquisitions in expanding Veolia’s environmental capabilities.

Catch the full conversation here.

Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE!

Energy needs don’t take a break – whether it’s staying warm in January or cool in July. That’s why we are actively advocating for programs like LIHEAP, which provide critical financial support to low-income households through every season. During LIHEAP Action Day in Washington, D.C., our employees met with legislators to emphasize the importance of maintaining and expanding funding for these vital programs.

“At PSE&G, we understand that some of our customers are facing challenges, and we know how essential energy is to their daily lives. No one should have to choose between paying for utilities and other basic needs,” said Rosa Pagnillo-Lopez, PSE&G Payment Assistance Outreach, process lead. “That’s why we are committed to advocating for vital assistance programs and connecting our customers to the support they need. We’re here to help our customers through tough times.”

In 2024, we helped over 225,000 customers access more than $265 million in payment assistance. Yet, there’s still work to be done – we estimate that 100,000 additional customers may qualify for help but haven’t yet applied. By pushing for funding, we are working to help more families stay safe and comfortable year-round.

These programs are more than just financial assistance – they’re a lifeline for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, disabled and families with young children. LIHEAP provides an average of $350 for heating and $300 to cover medically necessary cooling costs and up to $800 in crisis assistance per eligible household each year, while the Universal Service Fund (USF) and PAGE program offer additional relief. These aren’t just numbers – they’re real solutions that help New Jersey residents maintain stability through heatwaves, snowstorms and everything in between.

We’re proud to advocate on behalf of you, our customers, for continued and heightened support of these energy assistance programs. Together, we’re helping create a brighter future for our communities, no matter the forecast.

Learn more about programs available to you at www.pseg.com/help.