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CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 28, 2024 /3BL/ – The STEM Careers Coalition – an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations partnering with Discovery Education to create equitable access to free STEM content and career connections – today announced it has surpassed the goal of reaching 10 million students by the end of 2025 ahead of schedule. Since 2019, the STEM Careers Coalition has reached over 10.7 million students, including 2.97 million in the 2023-2024 school year alone, 65% of which are from Title I schools.

Student STEM education is critical, as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts STEM jobs will grow by 23% by 2030. Through the STEM Careers Coalition, all K-12 students in the United States and educators are supported with high-quality careers resources, equity of access to key resources, volunteer employee engagement activities, and research.

“Starting this journey in 2019, we knew collaboration was key to inspiring the next generation of the STEM workforce. By bringing diverse industries together in one place for educators, the STEM Careers Coalition allows students to see the breadth of opportunity in STEM and the similarities in critical thinking skillsets that are pertinent across careers,” said Amy Nakamoto, General Manager of Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education. “We are so thankful to our partners. We are excited for the next evolution of the STEM Careers Coalition in the emission to ensure that all students have what they need to explore STEM jobs.”

The STEM Careers Coalition supports diverse career awareness and exposure. The Coalition works to prepare all students for future jobs in STEM, developing the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in college and a career through high-quality classroom resources, career exploration tools, after school activities, digital content, and more. The STEM Careers Coalition features a large network of partners from a variety of industries.

The STEM Careers Coalition frequently provides students and educators new resources aligned to learning standards. Amongst the newest materials is the Mission Possible Virtual Field Trip: Re-powering the Future, premiering on November 21, 2024. In addition, 14 new career bundles introduce K-12 students to careers like a senior data scientist, gnotobiotics training coordinator, fire protection design manager, chemical engineer, and more.

Learn more about the STEM Careers Coalition at stemcareerscoalition.org or on the award-winning K-12 learning platform, Discovery Education Experience. 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 the STEM Careers Coalition 
The STEM Careers Coalition solves for critical gaps in diverse representation in the STEM professional workforce. The Coalition is an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations, reaching 10.7 million teachers and students with equitable access to STEM resources and career connections since its launch in 2019. The Coalition will continue to ignite student curiosity and influence a diverse future STEM workforce and reach 10 million teachers and students by the end 2025.

About Discovery Education 
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences engaging all students and supporting 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. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading edtech solutions that support the success of all learners. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.

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

MEMPHIS, Tenn., October 28, 2024 /3BL/ – In celebration of Bat Week, International Paper (IP) and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are proud to highlight their ongoing efforts to restore important bat habitats through oak regeneration projects in Alabama. As part of the Forestland Stewards Partnership, a long-standing collaboration between IP and NFWF, grants are provided to support the restoration of forest ecosystems, benefiting wildlife like bats that depend on mature oak trees for roosting.

Bats play a critical role in the ecosystem by pollinating plants, and controlling insect populations, especially mosquitoes. However, the bat population has been severely impacted by white-nose syndrome (WNS), a disease that has killed millions of bats over the past decade. Since its discovery in New York in 2006, WNS has spread to 40 states and nine Canadian provinces, with up to 100 percent of bats disappearing in some affected areas.

WNS is caused by a cold-loving fungus that attacks hibernating bats. More than half of the bat species in the U.S. and Canada hibernate during the winter, making them vulnerable to the disease. Without effective solutions, several species are at risk of extinction.

Through the Forestland Stewards Partnership, IP and NFWF are working to restore important habitats, particularly white oak forests, which provide essential shelter and roosting spaces for bat populations. The Alabama Forestry Foundation (AFF), a grant recipient, has spearheaded white oak restoration efforts using sustainable forestry techniques such as midstory removal, which encourages young oak growth and improves the habitat quality for bats and other wildlife.

“This collaboration ensures the future of key species and forests while creating opportunities for landowners to take an active role in conservation. This restoration effort exemplifies the power of collective action for sustainability,” said Sophie Beckham, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper.

To help private landowners learn these practices, AFF hosts volunteer events to establish and maintain white oak forests, collaborating with foresters and biologists in landowner hands-on experiences that will help bolster bat populations across the region. One volunteer, Lamar Dewberry and his wife Felicia, landowners from Clay County, have attended multiple events and have even been inspired to be more involved. The Dewberrys offered their land, reserving seven of their 70 acres for other landowners to learn and practice white oak regeneration for the wildlife on their lands.

“Being part of this project showed us the direct impact we can have on our land. It’s inspired us to offer more hands-on opportunities for fellow landowners, giving them the tools to improve forest management and habitat restoration.”

He continued, “Seeing firsthand how these practices help restore crucial species like bats has been eye-opening. The collaboration between landowners and conservation experts is key to making a real difference in our environment.”

The Forestland Stewards Partnership has supported critical forest restoration projects that enhance habitats, foster biodiversity, and engage local communities. These collaborative efforts are expected to improve the health of Alabama’s oak forests and benefit species like bats that are essential to the region’s ecosystems.

Learn more about the Longleaf Landscape Stewardship here: www.nfwf.org/programs/longleaf-landscape-stewardship-fund.

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About International Paper 
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and North Africa. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

About the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 
Chartered by Congress in 1984, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) protects and restores the nation’s fish, wildlife, plants and habitats. Working with federal, corporate, foundation and individual partners, NFWF has funded more than 6,800 organizations and generated a total conservation impact of more than $10 billion. NFWF is an equal opportunity provider. Learn more at nfwf.org.

My name is Amalia Adler-Waxman and I’m SVP Head of Sustainability at Teva. Here are the key trends I’m watching in this area.

1. Voluntary reporting becomes mandatory

For years sustainability has been all about transparency. Reporting is the cornerstone of disclosing why, what and how companies advance their long-term goals. But consistency remains a challenge for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting.

What we now observe is that governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are increasingly creating regulations that will strengthen current disclosure and enhance transparency of companies’ sustainability practices. This shift incentivizes the private sector to improve its sustainability practices and performance. Financial incentives and market pressure from ESG-focused investors and lenders further encourage this trend.

I hope that regulations will drive innovation and enhance long-term risk management as they progress.

2. Integration of sustainability into the business

The responsibility for sustainable practices can no longer fall solely on sustainability teams or units and it is not merely an add-on, nice to have set of activities. Sustainability practices are becoming more complex and regulated and are evolving all the time. This is why sustainability is increasingly becoming part of different functions’ day to day focus.

At Teva, sustainability considerations are being integrated into every aspect of the company. As we say at Teva “Sustainability is everyone’s business”.

Functions are now required to include sustainability considerations in their annual operating plans (AOP) and long-range planning (LRP). This collective effort ensures accountability across the business to achieve sustainability objectives.

3. Real world measurable impact

Today’s stakeholders demand more than just slogans and reports; they want to see the real, measurable, positive, environmental, and societal impact of sustainability efforts.

Companies are now expected to provide concrete data on the outcomes of their sustainability initiatives. This for example could mean detailing how many people were positively impacted through an initiative and in what way.

In conclusion, the sustainability landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by stringent regulations, integrated decision-making processes, and the demand for measurable impact. Companies that embrace these trends will not only comply with emerging regulations but also lead the way in creating a more sustainable healthy future.

PSEG ENERGIZE!

What if the real heroes of our planet aren’t wearing capes, but lab coats and student IDs? You don’t need a magical hammer or web-slinging powers to protect the Earth. Sometimes being a hero can mean working to protect the environment and build a better future for everyone.

We’re investing in the next generation of these real-life Earth heroes by supporting students from New Jersey and funding university programs dedicated to working toward a cleaner energy future.

Together, we’re assembling a super team to help work toward a cleaner future for generations to come.

Earth Heroes, unite!

Stevens the “Sustainability Sentinel”

Every superhero team needs a powerhouse, and in our Earth Heroes Super Team, Stevens Institute of Technology takes on the mantle of the “Sustainability Sentinel.”

This mighty partnership has spanned over two decades and brought in more than $4.8 million in grants, ensuring the Sentinel’s mission to protect the Earth. In our latest epic move, we granted them $1.45 million over the next three years (2024-2026) to fuel an arsenal of programs. These include the Workforce Development Program, the Stevens Center on Sustainability (SCS) and critical pre-college and undergraduate initiatives.

With our help, pre-college students from underserved communities in Hudson, Essex and Union counties will be equipped with scholarships that give them access to transformative summer programs, internships and more. No cost, no barriers — just pure hero training. These young champions are paired with their very own mentors to help them conquer the challenges of college applications and prepare for their journey as full-fledged defenders of the planet.

The Workforce Development Program includes scholarships, mentorships and environmental justice research opportunities.

And finally, the Stevens Center on Sustainability (SCS) will increase access and collaboration among researchers who aim to solve critical sustainability challenges facing humanity.

Stevens the Sustainability Sentinel helps hone each student’s ability to save the planet and with the help of the PSEG Foundation, these heroes have access to resources, funding and career opportunities that empower them to take action to create a more sustainable world—one hero at a time.

Montclair’s “EcoForce”

Enter EcoForce, the sustainability superheroes of Montclair State University. The Green Teams Internship Program transforms everyday students into champions of environmental sustainability. Our heroes step into action by partnering with corporations, nonprofits, municipalities and more to tackle real-world sustainability challenges.

These heroes are trained in core sustainability subjects, gain hands-on experience and sharpen their professional development, communication and teamwork skills.

Under the guidance of a leadership team, they carry out their missions both on campus and in the field.

After 10 weeks of hard-fought progress, these heroes will showcase their victories to a live audience. There’s no better way to harness the strength of EcoForce than on the frontlines of sustainability!

Check out what past Green Teams have accomplished here.

Douglass College’s “STEM Warriors!”

The Douglass College Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) programs at Rutgers University New Brunswick are empowering our heroic women to persist and thrive in STEM fields. These STEM Warriors are equipped for the workforce through professional development STEM conferences, career panels and Douglass WiSE Networking Nights.

STEM Warriors embark on facility tours, workshops and site visits all while meeting inspiring industry speakers and participating in one-on-one mentoring sessions.

With the guidance of peer mentors and staff, these heroes develop their work-related goals, portfolios and skills tailored to their unique heroic ambitions.

This year we stepped in to support a mentoring program that connects our Douglass heroes-in-training with PSEG’s most seasoned champions, ensuring these young women are ready to take on any challenge.

New Jersey Institute of Technology’s “Tech Titans of Tomorrow”

Continuing a decades long partnership, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Undergraduate Research and Innovation program received a five-year, $800,000 grant to broaden its reach in 2021. At the high school level, the grant expands opportunities for Newark students to pursue STEM degrees through the NJIT-Newark Math Success Initiative.

On the elementary and secondary levels, NJIT’s Center for Pre-College Programs introduces STEM programs to over 3,000 local students annually. With our support, even more young heroes from Newark will join exciting STEM events like Explore Careers in Technology and Engineering and the Women in Engineering and Technology summer programs.

Rowan University’s “Rising Innovators”

Rise and shine, young heroes! With support from our 15-year partnership, Rowan University offers two empowering programs – RISE and SWEET.

RISE (Rowan’s Introduction for Students to Engineering) is a co-ed summer workshop designed for high school heroes interested in pursuing a career in engineering. This program introduces them to various engineering disciplines through hands-on projects and engaging lesson plans.

SWEET (Society of Women Engineers – Engineers in Training) offers hands-on engineering-related activities to the community facilitated by engineering faculty, volunteers and practicing engineers with a goal of introducing young heroes to engineering and help them develop their superpowers early.

Eastwick College Foundation’s “Terrific Team of Ten”

At Eastwick College, a new superhero squad is born each year: the Terrific Team of Ten. Selected to attend trade school, these heroes receive real-world experience to prepare them for the battles ahead. The Terrific Team of Ten stands out as a unique group dedicated to mastering the trades.

For three years, our PSEG Foundation has supported the Eastwick Foundation with $15,000 in need-based scholarships for heroes attending Eastwick College and the HoHoKus School of Trade.

Here, the heroes are trained in various essential skills, including plumbing, electrical work, welding and more. Some of these heroes have gone on to secure positions in the Green Trades, helping make the world a bit greener and cleaner one step at a time.

Empowering heroes through HBCUs

Our PSEG Foundation’s $1 million HBCU grant has been a game-changer, bringing more diversity to the STEM battlefield. This initiative gave underrepresented heroes the chance to become a force of champions ready to tackle environmental challenges of the future.

Hampton University (Hampton, Virginia) – The Mighty Pirate

The PSEG STEM Scholars Program has supported high school and undergraduate freshmen from underserved populations in New Jersey with scholarships covering tuition, room and board. With over 20% of our heroes studying in various science programs, Hampton University is a leader in STEM education.

Howard University (Washington D.C.) – The Bison Guardian

The PSEG Scholars Program at Howard University has provided scholarships to undergraduate heroes majoring in Environmental Studies. This initiative supported undergraduates who come from underrepresented communities in New Jersey.

North Carolina A&T (Greensboro, North Carolina) – The Aggie Defender

The PSEG Scholarship Program at North Carolina A&T focused on educating a diverse group of promising heroes. Special priority was given to New Jersey students enrolled in the Colleges of Engineering, Science and Technology, Agriculture and Environmental Sciences or the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics.

In a world where working toward a cleaner energy future is critical, we’re honored to be able to invest in the next generation of real-life Earth heroes.

By Ashley Foster

TAMPA, Fla., October 28, 2024 /3BL/ – In the wake of Hurricane Milton, Regions Bank announced a series of disaster-recovery financial services designed to help people and businesses in communities across Florida’s impacted storm path.

“Our hearts are with everyone who’s been affected by Milton, and in the days, weeks and months to come, our teams stand ready to help people assess their financial needs and build a plan to confidently move forward,” said John Jordan, head of Retail for Regions Bank. “This is a time when our teams work with heightened urgency for our customers; it’s a time for us to lean into our experience and help people and businesses navigate the difficult paths that lie ahead. And beyond the services we’re announcing today, we invite our customers to meet with our teams one-on-one to discuss your situation in-depth so we can look for any other ways our services and support can help.”

Special Bank Services:

The following services and special offers are now in effect for a limited time in impacted areas1:

Regions will waive ATM Surcharges at Regions ATMs for non-customers in the impacted areas1 through at least Oct. 23.The bank will also waive fees charged when Regions customers use other banks’ ATMs in the impacted areas through at least Oct. 23. (Note: Fees charged by other banks or ATM owners may still apply.)Regions will provide Mortgage Disaster Relief Purchase and Renovation loan programs.The bank will remove check-cashing fees for FEMA-issued checks when cashed in a Regions branch2.Personal and business loan payment assistance3 is available for qualified customers.Regions is offering payment deferrals for current credit card holders3.The bank can provide business loan payment deferrals of up to 90 days3.Additionally, Regions is offering one penalty-free CD withdrawal upon request (unless within seven days of issuance or renewal).Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new personal unsecured loans when customers apply in a branch or by phone4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on standard rates for new business loans or lines of credit of up to $1 million to help with recovery needs in impacted areas4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new unsecured business term loans of up to $50,000 with up to 36-month terms, including waived origination and loan document fees, as well as options for the first payments to be deferred by up to 90 days4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of up to 0.50% on non-business auto loans when customers apply in-branch or by phone5.Dedicated Contact Center:For help with loans, credit cards, or deposit accounts: 1-800-221-7471For help with any other banking need: 1-800-411-9393The areas covered by these services could be expanded in the coming days to include additional communities based on continued damage assessments or further disaster declarations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Check https://www.regions.com/hurricanemilton for an updated list of areas where these offers are available as damage assessments continue.

Regions’ branches in impacted portions of western, central and eastern Florida are currently being assessed, and any closed locations will reopen as soon as possible pending the restoration of utilities, debris removal, any required repair work or other necessary steps for business to resume as normal. In addition, banking services remain available around the clock through Regions.com, the Regions Mobile Banking App, and other Regions branch locations across Florida, the Southeast and beyond.

Business Support:

Regions Bank’s business clients include companies of various sizes, from smaller businesses to major corporations. Just as the bank delivers customized financial guidance for individual consumers, so, too, will Regions’ teams support business clients through the recovery.

“There are many companies, large and small, that will be working to get back to normal while also supporting the short-term and long-term recovery of their communities,” said Nikki Stephenson, head of Commercial Banking for Regions. “As always, we’re ready to work with business clients one-on-one to discuss their needs and identify the best financial services and solutions to support their operations. We’ll be calling on clients proactively, and we welcome any company seeking financial guidance through the recovery process to let us know how we can help.”

Here for You:

In addition to the above disaster-recovery services, Regions Bank teams can be contacted at the following numbers for customized guidance on a range of lending products, including:

Mortgages, home equity loans and lines: 1-800-748-9498Other consumer loans: 1-866-298-1113Any other banking needs: 1-800-411-9393

Community Support:

In addition to special financial services from Regions Bank, the Regions Foundation – a nonprofit funded primarily by Regions Bank – is expected to announce grant funding in the coming days for organizations providing disaster relief. For example, following Hurricane Helene, the Regions Foundation announced a series of grants for several agencies supporting recovery operations across multiple states. Once grants are finalized for organizations supporting the recovery from Milton in Florida, information will be posted at regions.doingmoretoday.com.

About Regions Financial Corporation

Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $154 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,250 banking offices and more than 2,000 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

About Regions Foundation:

The Alabama-based Region Foundation supports community investments that positively impact communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank. To learn more about the Regions Foundation visit www.regions.com/foundation.

1Offers are available for a limited time and only to individuals and businesses affected by the recent disaster in the ZIP codes listed below, may be subject to other exclusions and restrictions, and are subject to change without notice. All loans and lines, deferrals, extensions or forbearances may be subject to required documentation and credit approval. Residency restrictions may apply.

Affected ZIP codes are as follows; please note: the list of ZIP codes could be expanded to include additional communities based on ongoing assessments from the Federal Emergency Management Agency:

32114, 32115, 32116, 32117, 32118, 32119, 32120, 32121, 32122, 32123, 32124, 32125, 32126, 32127, 32128, 32129, 32130, 32132, 32141, 32163, 32168, 32169, 32170, 32173, 32174, 32175, 32176, 32198, 32701, 32702, 32703, 32704, 32706, 32707, 32708, 32709, 32710, 32712, 32713, 32714, 32715, 32716, 32718, 32719, 32720, 32721, 32722, 32723, 32724, 32725, 32726, 32727, 32728, 32730, 32732, 32733, 32735, 32736, 32738, 32739, 32744, 32745, 32746, 32747, 32750, 32751, 32752, 32753, 32754, 32756, 32757, 32759, 32762, 32763, 32764, 32765, 32766, 32767, 32768, 32771, 32772, 32773, 32774, 32775, 32776, 32777, 32778, 32779, 32780, 32781, 32783, 32784, 32789, 32790, 32791, 32792, 32793, 32794, 32795, 32796, 32798, 32799, 32801, 32802, 32803, 32804, 32805, 32806, 32807, 32808, 32809, 32810, 32811, 32812, 32814, 32815, 32816, 32817, 32818, 32819, 32820, 32821, 32822, 32824, 32825, 32826, 32827, 32828, 32829, 32830, 32831, 32832, 32833, 32834, 32835, 32836, 32837, 32839, 32853, 32854, 32855, 32856, 32857, 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33613, 33614, 33615, 33616, 33617, 33618, 33619, 33620, 33621, 33622, 33623, 33624, 33625, 33626, 33629, 33630, 33631, 33633, 33634, 33635, 33637, 33646, 33647, 33650, 33655, 33660, 33664, 33672, 33673, 33674, 33675, 33677, 33679, 33680, 33681, 33682, 33684, 33685, 33686, 33687, 33688, 33689, 33694, 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33706, 33707, 33708, 33709, 33710, 33711, 33712, 33713, 33714, 33715, 33716, 33729, 33730, 33731, 33732, 33733, 33734, 33736, 33738, 33740, 33741, 33742, 33743, 33744, 33747, 33755, 33756, 33757, 33758, 33759, 33760, 33761, 33762, 33763, 33764, 33765, 33766, 33767, 33769, 33770, 33771, 33772, 33773, 33774, 33775, 33776, 33777, 33778, 33779, 33780, 33781, 33782, 33784, 33785, 33786, 33801, 33802, 33803, 33804, 33805, 33806, 33807, 33809, 33810, 33811, 33812, 33813, 33815, 33820, 33823, 33825, 33826, 33827, 33830, 33831, 33834, 33835, 33836, 33837, 33838, 33839, 33840, 33841, 33843, 33844, 33845, 33846, 33847, 33848, 33849, 33850, 33851, 33852, 33853, 33854, 33855, 33856, 33857, 33858, 33859, 33860, 33862, 33863, 33865, 33867, 33868, 33870, 33871, 33872, 33873, 33875, 33876, 33877, 33880, 33881, 33882, 33883, 33884, 33885, 33888, 33890, 33896, 33897, 33898, 33901, 33902, 33903, 33904, 33905, 33906, 33907, 33908, 33909, 33910, 33911, 33912, 33913, 33914, 33915, 33916, 33917, 33918, 33919, 33920, 33921, 33922, 33924, 33927, 33928, 33929, 33931, 33932, 33936, 33938, 33945, 33946, 33947, 33948, 33949, 33950, 33951, 33952, 33953, 33954, 33955, 33956, 33957, 33960, 33965, 33966, 33967, 33970, 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, 33976, 33980, 33981, 33982, 33983, 33990, 33991, 33993, 33994, 34101, 34102, 34103, 34104, 34105, 34106, 34107, 34108, 34109, 34110, 34112, 34113, 34114, 34116, 34117, 34119, 34120, 34133, 34134, 34135, 34136, 34145, 34146, 34201, 34202, 34203, 34204, 34205, 34206, 34207, 34208, 34209, 34210, 34211, 34212, 34215, 34216, 34217, 34218, 34219, 34220, 34221, 34222, 34223, 34224, 34228, 34229, 34230, 34231, 34232, 34233, 34234, 34235, 34236, 34237, 34238, 34239, 34240, 34241, 34242, 34243, 34249, 34250, 34251, 34260, 34264, 34265, 34266, 34267, 34268, 34269, 34270, 34272, 34274, 34275, 34276, 34277, 34280, 34281, 34282, 34284, 34285, 34286, 34287, 34288, 34289, 34290, 34291, 34292, 34293, 34295, 34436, 34601, 34602, 34603, 34604, 34605, 34606, 34607, 34608, 34609, 34610, 34611, 34613, 34614, 34636, 34637, 34638, 34639, 34652, 34653, 34654, 34655, 34656, 34660, 34661, 34667, 34668, 34669, 34673, 34674, 34677, 34679, 34680, 34681, 34682, 34683, 34684, 34685, 34688, 34689, 34690, 34691, 34692, 34695, 34697, 34698, 34705, 34711, 34712, 34713, 34714, 34715, 34729, 34731, 34734, 34736, 34737, 34739, 34740, 34741, 34742, 34743, 34744, 34745, 34746, 34747, 34748, 34749, 34753, 34755, 34756, 34758, 34759, 34760, 34761, 34762, 34769, 34770, 34771, 34772, 34773, 34777, 34778, 34785, 34786, 34787, 34788, 34789, 34797, 34945, 34946, 34947, 34948, 34949, 34950, 34951, 34952, 34953, 34954, 34957, 34958, 34972, 34979, 34981, 34982, 34983, 34984, 34985, 34986, 34987, 34994, 34995, 34996

2The FEMA no check-cashing fee offer is available only to Regions customers; if you are not a Regions customer, you must enroll in Now Banking. No checking account is required to enroll in Now Banking. Regions reserves the right to refuse to cash any check.

3May be subject to credit approval. Interest will continue to accrue during the period that the payment is skipped or deferred. For installment loans, deferring or skipping payment may extend the maturity of your loan but will not automatically extend any optional insurance. Forbearances, skipped payments and deferrals (a) may vary by customer, (b) postpone – rather than forgive – certain payment obligations and (c) may require payment in full of the postponed payments at the end of the forbearance or deferral period, in addition to any other amounts that come due, unless you make other arrangements with Regions to resolve the delinquency.

4New business loan and personal unsecured loan rate discounts may not be combined with other special offers or discounts. Interest will accrue during the optional 90-day payment deferral period for unsecured business loans if elected.

5Auto loan rate discount of up to 0.50% includes 0.25% disaster relief rate discount with an additional 0.25% rate discount when you enroll in auto debit payments from an existing Regions checking account. Auto loan rate discounts cannot be combined with other special offers or discounts.

Originally published on GoDaddy

TEMPE, Ariz., October 28, 2024 /3BL/ — A new survey by GoDaddy set out to uncover how much convenience is worth to consumers. It turns out, the answer is not very much.

An overwhelming majority (80%) of 1,500 U.S. consumers surveyed in September say cost savings is more important than convenience, with 42% ranking saving money as their top priority. These cost-conscious consumers are prepared to endure inconveniences to save money this holiday season, highlighting a case for ecommerce businesses to adjust their approach to avoid potentially alienating customers.

Making returns is a bone of contention

Nearly 1 in 3 (30%) consumers find paying for return shipping more annoying than jury duty and going to the DMVThe vast majority (77%) of people often check a business’ return policy before making a purchase, with 1 in 3 Gen Z (31%) and Millennials (35%) doing so before every purchaseA difficult return policy was third among the top reasons why consumers wouldn’t purchase an item from a business via social media*

When consumers are willing to sacrifice convenience

Most (62%) people would rather pay with cash than pay a 3% surcharge to be able to purchase an item with their credit cardThe majority of consumers (69%) said they will still shop at a business even if it doesn’t offer the ability to “Buy Online, Pick Up In-Store”Consumers are more likely to drive themselves to a store (33%) to shop in-person vs. stay home and shop online (30%) this holiday season

There are still some cases when convenience wins out

The majority (63%) of survey respondents report never using personal checks, with only 21% feeling they are convenientAlmost 4 in 10 consumers (38%) would abandon an online purchase if the payment page takes longer than 10 seconds to load

“As holiday shopping begins to ramp up, small businesses need to take a look at the ways they could be inadvertently turning customers away,” said GoDaddy Trends Expert Amy Jennette. “Do you have an extended return policy during the holidays? Do you charge for return shipping? Can consumers buy items online and pick them up in your store to avoid shopping rushes? If not, there’s still time to make adjustments.”

When it comes to prioritizing cost savings above convenience, younger generations seem to be experiencing a notable shift in mindset.

Gen Z is the most likely to shop around if a business doesn’t offer the ease of in-store pickup. When asked if they have ever not shopped with a business because it didn’t offer Buy Online, Pick Up In-Store:

Gen Z – 41% said yesMillennials – 36% said yesGen X and Boomers – 25% said yes

Gen Z and Millennials are more likely to pay extra just to use a credit card. When asked if they’d be willing to pay a 3% surcharge to be able to purchase a product or service with a credit card:

Gen Z – 43% said yesMillennials – 45% said yesGen X and Boomers – 34% said yes

When asked about how long they would wait for a website to load before changing their mind about a purchase:

Gen Z – 47% would not wait 10 secondsMillennials – 45% would not wait 10 secondsGen X and Boomers – 68% would wait 30 seconds

Gen Z and Millennials are more likely than older generations to shop online vs. in-person this holiday season:

Gen Z – 32% said they’re more likely to shop online compared to 30% in-personMillennials – 31% said they’re more likely to shop online compared to 30% in-personGen X and Boomers– 36% said they’re more likely to shop in-person compared to 29% online

With some of the largest online shopping holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday quickly approaching, small businesses that cater to Gen Z and/or Millennials in particular should look for ways to provide convenient shopping experiences for consumers.

GoDaddy helps entrepreneurs run their business efficiently and offers smart point-of-sale terminals to meet consumer conveniences like Buy Online, Pick Up In-Store and Tap-to-Pay, while supporting streamlined small business capabilities like real-time inventory management across online and in-person sales.

To learn more about GoDaddy and its products, visit www.GoDaddy.com.

*The top two reasons people would not purchase an item on social media were uncertainty if a business was legitimate and high shipping costs.

About GoDaddy

GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a professional website, attract customers, sell their products and services, and accept payments online and in-person. GoDaddy’s easy-to-use tools help microbusiness owners manage everything in one place and its expert guides are available to provide assistance 24/7. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.

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Addition of two models for power options of 20kW and 30kW at 500V increases range of applications to enhance high power systems innovationBoosts testing capability on the discharge and charge of batteries at successive constant power levels with power priority added

SANTA ROSA, Calif., October 28, 2024 /3BL/ – Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), has expanded its regenerative power system series with two new models, supporting power options of 20kW and 30kW at 500V. In addition, the release is enhanced with power priority that allows users to program the output power seamlessly across the zero point when transitioning between positive and negative.

As electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy systems continue to evolve, the demand for robust testing equipment is increasingly critical. The 500V models enable engineers to implement higher current and power solutions to support a wider range of applications, including battery-powered solutions in agriculture, residential energy storage, and compact transportation such as e-scooters, e-bikes, and motorcycles.

The Keysight RP7900 series regenerative power system is a family of bi-directional, regenerative DC power supplies with highly integrated safety features. The regenerative capability enables the power normally consumed to be returned to the grid cleanly, saving costs associated with energy consumption and cooling.

Key benefits of the regenerative power system series include:

Enables smooth transitions: Easier to switch between sourcing and sinking without affecting the power supply’s output characteristics.Increased safety protection: The solid-state output disconnect switch provides rapid protection and smooth on/off transitions upon fault detection.Flexible voltage and current combinations: The auto-ranging capability provides a broad spectrum of voltage and current combinations within a single power supply, enabling engineers to adapt to fluctuating test requirements without changing equipment.Enhanced testing speed: With a command-processing time of less than 1 millisecond, the solution boosts testing throughput, enabling engineers to obtain faster results and enhance efficiency.Ensures highly accurate testing: The concurrent voltage and current measurement capabilities deliver high precision and resolution testing, empowering engineers to validate their designs with confidence and to optimize performance.

Michael Reser, Automotive and Energy Solution EV Segment Director at Keysight, said: “The ability to test EV batteries is critical to supporting future innovation. At Keysight we are committed to providing the tools needed to build better batteries faster, while ensuring performance and safety. By expanding our product line to test at 500V, we are continuing to deliver on this while supporting a wider range of use cases to keep pace with the rapidly evolving EV market.”

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Product page: RP7900 Series Regenerative Power Supplies

About Keysight Technologies

At Keysight (NYSE: KEYS), we inspire and empower innovators to bring world-changing technologies to life. As an S&P 500 company, we’re delivering market-leading design, emulation, and test solutions to help engineers develop and deploy faster, with less risk, throughout the entire product life cycle. We’re a global innovation partner enabling customers in communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor, and general electronics markets to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. Learn more at Keysight Newsroom and www.keysight.com.

New Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Savings Calculator provides personalized estimates of federal tax rebates and incentives to upgrade electrical systems.Eaton furthers its mission of advancing residential electrification using its Home as a Grid approach, providing real-time insights on home energy use to enhance renewable energy investments.

PITTSBURGH, October 25, 2024 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management company Eaton has launched its new Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Savings Calculator, a valuable resource for homeowners seeking cost-effective ways to upgrade their electrical systems and electrical contractors looking to recommend energy upgrades to their clients.

Launched in collaboration with Rewiring America, the IRA savings calculator is designed to demystify the complex landscape of IRA benefits for those seeking to embrace electrification. Homeowners can enter basic information to receive a personalized savings estimate with available up-front discounts, rebates and tax credits on a variety of electrical upgrades. Additionally, homeowners can receive a detailed breakdown of suggested smart technologies and home electrical system upgrades to install in the home as well as contact information for local Eaton Certified electricians to assist with the safe, fast installation of energy-efficient solutions.

“Advancing electrification initiatives requires educating the public about opportunities for homeowners to save money through electrical upgrades,” said Erik Drost, marketing manager at Eaton. “With $369 billion in IRA funding available for clean energy and climate programs, homeowners and contractors alike need to understand which rebates and incentives are available in their area and how to access them. Our easy-to-use IRA Savings Calculator streamlines the path to sustainable living practices, providing homeowners with actionable information while better enabling contractors to become a trusted resource.”

Eaton’s new online tool helps contractors better advise their clients on eco-friendly upgrades by delivering detailed breakdowns of federal tax rebates and incentives that will help lower appliance and installation costs. Eaton’s Certified Contractor Network offers specialized training to contractors that helps them remain up to date on the latest electrification initiatives, taking their residential service and renovation business to the next level.

“We’re excited to see tools like the Savings Calculator make it easier for people to access the billions of dollars in incentives available through the Inflation Reduction Act,” said Rewiring America’s Director of Market Mobilization Ian Magruder. “By helping homeowners and contractors navigate the benefits, we’re empowering more communities to take advantage of cost-saving clean energy upgrades. The more we educate and simplify the process, the more people can benefit from these historic opportunities for energy savings.”

Eaton’s ongoing efforts to accelerate residential electrification are an essential component of its Home as a Grid approach, which leverages intelligent home energy management technologies to turn homes from energy users into energy producers. Also essential to this approach are Eaton’s expanded portfolio of Wi-Fi wiring devices, including a first-of-its-kind Wi-Fi Smart Outdoor Duplex Receptacle, which simplifies installation options for electrical contractors and helps homeowners enjoy the possibilities of a fully connected home.

Learn more about Eaton’s IRA Savings Calculator. Eaton’s portfolio of solutions for federal clean energy, stimulus and infrastructure funding are outlined as part of its Stronger Future initiative.

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

Eaton was founded in 1911 and has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for more than a century. We reported revenues of $23.2 billion in 2023 and serve customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

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Kristin Somers
+1.919.345.3714
Kristincsomers@eaton.com

Mark Van Hook
Largemouth Communications
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mark@largemouthpr.com

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