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AUSTIN, Texas, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that medical schools will soon teach nutrition after the addition of nutrition questions to licensing exams, and revealed that baby formula will be fully tested by April for PFAS, pesticides, and heavy metals at the Eat Real Food Rally presented by MAHA Action.

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Speaking to a capacity crowd at Brazos Hall, Secretary Kennedy also announced the closure of the GRAS loophole, requiring any new food ingredient to provide proof of safety. Companies including Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks will be required to produce safety data they were supposed to have maintained. The reforms aim to ensure American foods follow the highest safety and nutritional standards globally.

“A healthy person has a thousand dreams. A sick person only has one. And right now, most of our kids only have one dream, and that’s not good for our country,” Secretary Kennedy said, calling for restoration of cooking, family meals, and human connection as a foundation for rebuilding American health.

The Secretary described the new food pyramid as a transformative document that will redirect USDA’s $405 million per day in food spending away from ultra-processed food toward real food for children, military personnel, and low-income families.

National Movement Gains Momentum

White House Senior Advisor Calley Means pointed to concrete wins previously thought impossible due to lobby power, including 25 states achieving SNAP soda removal. He noted the new dietary guidelines will shift billions of dollars away from food corporations to American farmers, with 70% of school meals currently ultra-processed.

Entrepreneur Jason Karp, founder of HumanCo, cited alarming statistics: colorectal cancer is now the fastest growing cancer and number one killer of men under 50, with cases in children up 500% in one generation.

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) reinforced these themes with her Healthy Babies Act, ensuring mothers of all income levels can feed their children real, wholesome food from day one.

“American families are ready to Eat Real Food, and tonight’s turnout proved it,” said Alex Hardy, CEO of MAHA Holdings, one of the event’s organizers. “These wins are already reaching patients in hospitals, service members on bases, and children in school cafeterias across the country.”

Texas Leads Implementation

Joe Gebbia Jr., Chief Design Officer of the United States and co-founder of Airbnb, highlighted Texas as a national model. The Make Texas Healthy Again legislative package has resulted in 80% of Texas school food now grown or grazed in-state, directing $250 million annually to local beef, dairy, produce, and eggs. Additional reforms include classroom nutrition education, additive warning labels, and removal of junk food from schools and SNAP.

The rally follows the MAHA Center’s Super Bowl message reaching over 150 million viewers, as health leaders transform grassroots support into federal policy and state-level action.

About MAHA Action

MAHA Action is a 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to organizing and empowering Americans to advocate for a healthier America. Through grassroots mobilization, policy advocacy, and public education, MAHA Action supports the Make America Healthy Again movement’s mission to reverse America’s chronic disease epidemic by championing real food, metabolic health, and transparent food safety standards.

Learn more at mahaaction.com

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LUGANO, Switzerland, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BE OPEN has had an opportunity to present its sustainability-focused competition programme at the poster presentation during the Young Energy Researchers Conference and other events of the World Sustainable Energy Days (WSED) that took place between February 24 and 27 in Wels, Austria.

The event is a leading annual conference on the energy transition and climate neutrality with participants from more than 60 countries. As part of the WSED, the Young Energy Researchers Conference presents the work and achievements of young researchers in the fields of energy efficiency and biomass. The conference offers participants the opportunity to interact with researchers, industry experts, EU and national officials and public sector organisations from all over the world.

BE OPEN used this amazing opportunity to promote the results and ambitions of its own seven-year-long sustainability-themed competition programme for students and recent graduates that awards the most forward and promising solutions with money prizes and opportunities to connect with decision-makers at the most important sustainability events.

BE OPEN’s programme that chooses to focus on one particular SDG every year, to raise awareness and encourage problem-solving approach among young professionals in creative and engineering fields.

On behalf of BE OPEN, Austria-based Founder Elena Baturina expressed gratitude for the opportunity to speak about raising new sustainability leaders for the global community: “Through our competitions, we recognize, promote, financially support and celebrate the best design ideas from young people around the world. Many of you will quite soon become the avant-garde of sustainable energy industries, and become an inspiration for the young innovators to come. To help that cause, we at BE OPEN will continue to provide a platform for discussions, idea exchanges, and self-education; to boost young people’s confidence and help them realize their importance in shaping the future”.

BE OPEN acts as a think tank whose mission is to promote people and ideas today to build solutions for tomorrow. It was set up and is consistently supported by philanthropist and businessperson Elena Baturina, who has been investing in renewable energy sources and research since 2014. BE OPEN was set up to harness creative brain power through a system of conferences, competitions, exhibitions, master classes and cultural events.

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$1.7B in Earnings, 26.3M Sq. Ft. of Space & 19,600 Jobs Fuel Top Ranking

CHICAGO, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chicago has again been named the top U.S. metro for corporate relocation and site selection by Site Selection Magazine, marking a record 13th consecutive year in the No. 1 position. The annual ranking, based on verified corporate facility projects, is widely regarded as a measure of business expansion and investment activity nationwide and underscores Chicago’s sustained competitiveness in attracting capital and jobs. Illinois ranked No. 2 among states for corporate expansion projects.

“Chicago’s continued leadership in corporate relocation and expansion reflects the strengths our city has built over generations,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “From manufacturing and freight to transportation and global logistics, we have long served as the backbone of American commerce. That industrial depth, combined with modern infrastructure and a skilled workforce, is why companies continue to choose Chicago to grow, invest, and innovate. Recent commitments from Universal Horror Unleashed, Hexaware Technologies, The Hand and The Eye, Freedman Seating Company, Infleqtion, and the collaboration between David Byrne and The Goodman demonstrate that our historic strengths continue to power new industries and new opportunities.”

World Business Chicago (WBC) tracks corporate expansions, relocations, and new market entrants across the city and the Chicagoland region through its Pro-Chicagoland Decisions (PCDs) metric. The WBC Research Center dataset captures announced office, industrial, headquarters, warehouse, data center, and call center projects that meet defined square footage and employment thresholds, i.e., a standardized measure of business investment and growth in the city and region.

In 2025, WBC recorded 223 qualifying PCDs, a 40% year-over-year increase. These projects include companies expanding existing local operations, relocating from outside the region, or entering the Chicagoland market for the first time. Based on WBC’s methodology, this activity corresponds to an estimated 19,600 new and retained jobs, $1.7 billion in annual earnings, and more than 26 million square feet of commercial and industrial space. The pace of expansion and market entry outperformed 2024 totals and reflects sustained business confidence in the region’s workforce, infrastructure, and market access.

“Site Selection Magazine’s annual rankings once again underscore the scale of Chicagoland’s business momentum,” said Adam Bruns, Editor in Chief, Site Selection Magazine. “All told, more than 3,100 corporate facility projects qualifying for our database landed last year in the 30 U.S. metros listed among the top 10 by total projects in each of three population tiers. Chicagoland’s projects represented nearly 20% of the total. Those are some mighty big shoulders. Mayor Brandon Johnson is fond of the Scripture that says, ‘Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.’ The quantity of corporate treasure pouring into his city and the entire region seems to indicate the economic heart of this globally connected heartland region is beating like never before.”

INDUSTRY BREAKDOWN: POWERING ECONOMIC GROWTH

WBC’s 2025 PCDs reflect a diversified economy performing across both legacy industries and high-growth sectors. Across 223 total projects, companies invested in areas that combine production scale, innovation capacity, logistics strength, and consumer-driven vibrancy — translating directly into jobs, capital investment, and long-term competitiveness.

• Manufacturing remained the largest sector, accounting for 38% of all projects (86 total) and delivering 2,806 new jobs — reinforcing the region’s strength in advanced production and reshoring activity.
• Professional, Scientific & Technical Services represented 16% (36 projects) and 632 new jobs, highlighting continued expansion in engineering, technology, and innovation-driven enterprises.
• Transportation & Warehousing comprised 13% (29 projects) and 225 new jobs, reflecting sustained demand for Chicagoland’s unmatched multimodal logistics infrastructure.
• Finance & Insurance accounted for 6% (14 projects) and 190 new jobs, with growth across financial services, insurance analytics, and fintech-related operations.
• Retail, Arts & Entertainment, and Accommodation & Food Services collectively contributed 2,550 new jobs — underscoring the growing economic impact of talent-driven industries and destination-oriented investment.

Among the largest projects counted in the 2025 Site Selection ranking include:

• Amazon – 1,200 jobs (Will County)
• Hollywood Casino Joliet – 600 jobs (Will County)
• NBC Universal Horror Unleashed – 400 jobs (Chicago)
• Fortune Brands Innovations – 400 jobs (Lake County)
• Hexaware Technologies – 250 jobs (Chicago)

“Chicago wins because of structural advantages— central geography at the heart of North American trade, the busiest multimodal freight network in the country, unmatched global connectivity through O’Hare, and a 5.5 million–person workforce that spans advanced research to essential operations,” said Phil Clement, President & CEO, World Business Chicago. 
“Add nearly 150,000 students entering our regional economy each year, competitive utilities, abundant water, scalable industrial space, and a deliberate focus on vibrancy as an economic driver, and you have a region built for sustained growth.”

Clement noted that the organization’s long-term strategy, Chicago 2050 | A Plan for Economic Growth and Jobs, outlines a roadmap to grow the regional economy from approximately $950 billion today to more than $1.4 trillion by 2050. The plan emphasizes that sustained growth will depend not only on established sectors such as manufacturing, TD&L, and finance, but also on the economic power of big ideas like quantum, clean energy, and vibrancy. Download the full Chicago 2050 report here.

In Chicago, vibrancy is not peripheral to economic growth. It contributes directly to it. Cultural and experience-driven investments attract talent, increase visitor spending, activate commercial corridors, and strengthen the city’s global profile. Projects such as David Byrne’s Theatre of the Mind, Universal’s Horror Unleashed, and The Hand and the Eye, which is transforming a historic Michigan Avenue mansion into what is described as the world’s only permanent magic and illusion residency venue, demonstrate how adaptive reuse and creative reinvention are expanding the economic potential of existing assets while complementing new development across the city. As WBC advances the Chicago 2050 Plan for Economic Growth & Jobs, this convergence of culture, design, and technology reinforces a broader principle: long-term competitiveness depends not only on infrastructure and industry, but also on how it strengthens the vitality that attracts people and investment.

ONE REGION, ONE VISION

The Site Selection Top Metro ranking reflects the strength of a city and region that competes — and wins — as one. Through the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP), Chicago and Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties align around a unified strategy to attract capital, grow industry, and scale opportunity across the entire seven-county footprint. Learn more about GCEP here.

“This recognition reflects the evolution of Chicagoland as a fully integrated economic region,” said Kevin Considine, Chair of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership and President & CEO of Lake County Partners. “Major investors aren’t evaluating city or county boundaries — they’re looking at regional scale, talent depth, infrastructure, and long-term competitiveness. Chicagoland delivers on all of it. The continued expansion of companies like Fortune Brands reinforces the confidence corporate leaders have in our collaborative model and our ability to execute.”

That confidence is translating into concrete investment decisions across the region, spanning advanced manufacturing, logistics, corporate headquarters, and global consumer brands. Companies are expanding operations, deepening their footprint, modernizing facilities, and committing long-term capital in communities across Chicagoland. 

“Consolidating and expanding our headquarters in Deerfield was a strategic decision rooted in long-term growth,” said Kristin Papesh, Chief Human Resources Officer of Fortune Brands Innovations. “Chicagoland offers the talent depth, connectivity, and collaborative ecosystem we need to accelerate innovation and operate at scale. Our new campus is already strengthening engagement and speed to market — and this region provides the workforce and business environment that positions us for sustained success.”

In 2025, GCEP strengthened cross-county coordination and expanded international engagement, including hosting SelectCHI for global decision-makers and leading a strategic trade mission to Japan. Operating through WBC as the region’s convener, the GCEP supported major investments by Abbott Laboratories, Fortune Brands, and Osaka Soda. By aligning governments, industry, and workforce partners, the region competes as one, resulting in new jobs, expanded facilities, and long-term capital investment.

The Site Selection Top U.S. Metro ranking affirms that Chicago’s economic strength extends across a fully connected network of industries, institutions, and counties. From advanced manufacturing and logistics hubs to research universities and innovation centers, the region operates as one coordinated economic system. That alignment converts corporate interest into executed investment and measurable growth.

“Chicago is the greatest city in the world to build, grow, and scale a business,” said Mayor Johnson. “If you are planning your next phase of expansion, whether next year or over the next generation, let’s talk. All of us are ready to help you realize your plans, meet your goals, and become part of Chicago’s next chapter of growth.”

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Regional Leaders Declare Chicagoland a
National Model for Corporate Growth & Investment

Cook County | Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County President:

“This recognition reflects the strength of Northeastern Illinois as a region that competes and succeeds through collaboration, talent and long-term investment. Our diverse economy, world-class workforce and growing innovation sectors, including quantum and advanced manufacturing, position us to lead in a rapidly changing global marketplace. Earning the top ranking once again underscores the value of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership and our shared commitment to attracting new investment, supporting existing businesses and driving sustainable growth across Northeastern Illinois.”

DuPage County | Deb Conroy, DuPage County Chair:

“We are very pleased and proud that Site Selection Magazine has recognized the Chicagoland region for business expansion and relocation for an unprecedented 13 consecutive years. This recognition reinforces our firm belief that Chicagoland is benefiting from our collective efforts concerning matters critical to business expansion and future growth. We will continue to work hard and promote the region as a premier global business location.”

Kane County | Corinne Pierog, Kane County Board Chairman:

“The Kane County Economic Development Organization, now in its second year, has strengthened and modernized our approach to economic growth. Now fully operational, the organization is advancing strategic partnerships and targeted financial tools to drive expansion in manufacturing, agriculture and tourism, sectors that define Kane County’s competitive advantage.

In collaboration with the Greater Chicago Economic Partnership and World Business Chicago, Kane County is firmly positioned as a competitive job generator on both the regional and global stage. That momentum is reflected in the Chicagoland region’s recognition by Site Selection Magazine for business expansion and relocation for an impressive 13 consecutive years.

The Kane County Economic Development Organization’s mission is centered on collaborative and sustainable business recruitment, workforce alignment, international engagement, and the continued affirmation of our agricultural industry, ensuring Kane County grows as a dynamic, multi-level hub for innovation, job creation, and long-term economic prosperity.”

Kendall County | Matt Kellogg, Kendall County Board Chairman:

“This recognition affirms what we see in Kendall County every day: businesses are choosing to invest in communities that are ready for economic development. As part of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, Kendall County understands that our success is tied to the strength and appeal of the entire region. Through this partnership, we now compete on a global stage while delivering local results to our residents. From manufacturing to logistics and professional services, Kendall County offers substantial land, a skilled workforce, and strategic access to major transportation corridors. We remain committed to smart growth that brings high-quality jobs and long-term opportunities to the region. As our population continues to grow exponentially, our infrastructure and capacity only improve further for continued economic development.”

Lake County | Sandy Hart, Lake County Board Chair:

“Chicagoland’s continued recognition as the #1 U.S. Metro for corporate relocation and site selection speaks volumes about the strength of our regional collaboration, diverse talent pipeline, and world-class infrastructure. Lake County is proud to play a key role in that success story. In 2025, Lake County was named one of the top 10 counties in the U.S. for site selection and celebrated its strongest year on record for capital investment and job creation.

When businesses choose this region, they’re choosing innovation, connectivity, and communities that are committed to sustainable, long-term growth. We will continue working with our partners across the region to ensure companies and people not only relocate here but thrive as well.”

McHenry County | Michael Buehler, McHenry County Board Chairman:

“For 13 straight years, Site Selection Magazine has recognized the Chicago Metro area’s unmatched economic strength—its world-class workforce, infrastructure, innovation, and business climate. No region can match what we bring to the table for job creators, investors, and innovators, big and small. McHenry County is proud to join the City of Chicago, and our county and municipal partners in the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, in celebrating this milestone.”

Will County | Jennifer Bertino Tarrant, Will County Executive:

“The Chicagoland Region continues to lead the nation in attracting large-scale projects that deliver high-wage, sustainable careers. By working together, local leaders throughout the region have been able to harness our shared assets, drive development, and deliver results for our residents. It’s important that we keep this momentum going to ensure continued investment in our communities.”

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The brand continues its collaboration with the American Diabetes Association to tackle a critical Hispanic health issue with authentic menu upgrades, encouraging families to get screened and get cooking.

The healthy delicious details:

• Avocados From Mexico^® and the American Diabetes Association^® continue a collaboration to combat the risk of diabetes in the Hispanic community.
• Chef Pati Jinich, Avocados From Mexico’s culinary Ambassador, is the face of the campaign, using her personal experience with diabetes in her family and community to create diabetes-friendly recipes that don’t sacrifice on flavor.
• Dishes include Lime Rubbed Chicken Tacos, Avocado and Radish Salad and Egg Scramble with Greens, Chiles, Scallions and Tomato, featuring the versatile flavor of avocados, a staple in Mexican cuisine and culture.
• In addition to the recipes, the program will also include a call-to-action for everyone to take the 60-second Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test at avocadosfrommexico.com/health.

DALLAS, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What if your path to better health was paved with the ingredients you already love? Avocados From Mexico^®, the number one selling avocado brand in the U.S., is reaffirming its ongoing commitment to improving Hispanic health by continuing its collaboration with the American Diabetes Association^® (ADA), showing how Hispanic health has never tasted so good.

With Hispanic adults 66% more likely to have diagnosed diabetes than non-Hispanic White adults¹, Avocados From Mexico is committed to providing culturally relevant, empowering resources for the community. That’s why the brand’s Culinary Ambassador, Chef Pati Jinich, is showcasing the vibrant intersection of nutritious food and rich family traditions with a special collection of recipes. Think: that classic avocado flavor enhancing some of the most delicious, diabetes-friendly dishes you’ve always loved.

This cause is deeply personal to Jinich, who helped her mother navigate her diabetes diagnosis later in life, after seeing similar challenges faced by her aunt who lived with diabetes. She also recognizes the disproportionate impact on Latino communities and is committed to empowering families with culturally relevant education and confidence that avocados can be part of the solution. These recipes are meant to honor heritage and health — all on the same delicious plate, of course.

“I grew up in a Mexican household where food was our love language — but there was also stigma and very little guidance around diabetes,” shared Jinich. “When my aunt, and later my mom, were diagnosed, it took time to understand what healthy eating could look like for them. That’s why this partnership means so much to me. Our culture and our food are not the problem — they’re part of the solution. These recipes show how traditional ingredients like avocados can deliver both flavor and wellness, while giving families the resources mine didn’t have. That’s incredibly meaningful.”

Healthy eating shouldn’t mean sacrificing the flavors your family loves. With three mouthwatering recipes perfect for your next family dinner, Avocados From Mexico and the ADA are making it easier than ever to enjoy the foods you love while supercharging your journey to better health. Created to help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in the Hispanic community, these dishes are powered by the good fats and zero-sugar goodness of Avocados From Mexico. The mouthwatering recipes include:

• Lime Rubbed Chicken Avocado Tacos with Corn Guacamole
• Avocado and Radish Salad
• Avocado Egg Scramble with Greens, Chiles, Scallions and Tomato

“The soul of Hispanic culture is found in its food,” shared Alvaro Luque, CEO of Avocados From Mexico. “Through our work with both Jinich and the American Diabetes Association, Avocados From Mexico is redefining what healthy eating looks like by elevating the flavors our community has loved for generations. We’re proud to stand in the fight for Hispanic health, while ensuring you never have to choose between the foods you enjoy and the health you deserve.”

To get these diabetes-friendly recipes, which each meet the nutritional guidelines of the ADA, visit avocadosfrommexico.com/health. The beloved chef will also be sharing a video making her famous Lime Rubbed Chicken Avocado Tacos across social media and encouraging followers to take the ADA’s 60-second Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test at avocadosfrommexico.com/health.

“The foundation of your health can be built in the kitchen,” said Sheila Varshney, a registered dietitian and the ADA’s Associate Director of Nutrition and Wellness. “The journey to managing or preventing diabetes is made up of the meals we eat every day. That’s why having go-to, culturally relevant recipes is so important. They’re designed to make healthy choices feel effortless and fun.”

Together, Avocados From Mexico, the ADA, and Jinich are changing the conversation around Hispanic health, showing a powerful demonstration that the heart of Hispanic culture — its food — is also the key to a healthier future.

For more, be sure to visit https://avocadosfrommexico.com/health, and follow Avocados From Mexico on Facebook (facebook.com/avocadosfrommexico), Instagram (@avocadosfrommexico) or X (@AvosFromMexico).

Sources:
¹ https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/php/data-research/

About Avocados
Avocados From Mexico is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Mexican Hass Avocado Importers Association (MHAIA), formed for the purpose of advertising, promotion, public relations and research for all stakeholders of Avocados From Mexico. Under agreements, MHAIA and the Association of Avocado Exporting Producers & Packers of Mexico (APEAM) have combined resources to fund and manage Avocados From Mexico, with the intent to provide a focused, highly- effective and efficient marketing program in the United States. Avocados From Mexico is headquartered in Irving, Texas.

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HOUSTON and SEOUL, Republic of Korea, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aquafortus, a global leader in advanced brine concentration technology, today announced the signing of a collaboration agreement with GS Engineering & Construction Corp. to develop and commercialize wastewater treatment solutions utilizing Aquafortus’ proprietary ABX™ Technology for the secondary battery industrial wastewater sector in the Republic of Korea.

The agreement marks Aquafortus’ formal entrance into the Korean market and establishes a strategic partnership with one of Asia’s leading engineering and construction firms to address one of the region’s most pressing industrial water challenges.

As production of secondary batteries accelerates globally, high volume wastewater streams from battery manufacturing facilities present increasing treatment complexity. These wastewaters often contain salinity levels reaching total dissolved solids concentrations as high as 150,000 mg/l and dissolved contaminants that challenge conventional membrane and thermal treatment systems. In water-constrained regions and highly regulated industrial zones, operators require cost-effective, energy-efficient technologies capable of concentrating brine while enabling water reuse.

Aquafortus’ ABX™ system is a novel, non-thermal desalination and brine concentration platform designed to treat high-salinity industrial wastewater. Unlike conventional membrane systems that struggle at elevated total dissolved solids levels, ABX™ uses patented absorbent chemistry to selectively remove water from brine, concentrating salts up to and beyond saturation. The process enables recovery of clean water for beneficial reuse while minimizing overall energy consumption and operating cost.

Under the agreement, the companies will collaborate on a pilot project in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea, designed to treat approximately 80 cubic meters per day of secondary battery industrial wastewater. The pilot will demonstrate the technical and economic performance of ABX™ technology in a real-world industrial environment and support future commercial deployment across Korea’s rapidly expanding battery manufacturing sector.

This collaboration reflects GS E&C’s continued commitment to advancing innovative environmental infrastructure solutions and Aquafortus’ strategy to expand globally into high-growth industrial markets.

Hoshang Subawalla, Chief Executive Officer at Aquafortus, said, “We are proud to partner with GS E&C to introduce ABX technology to the Republic of Korea. The rapid growth of the secondary battery sector requires next-generation wastewater solutions that can operate efficiently at high salinity. Through this collaboration, we aim to demonstrate a scalable, energy-efficient pathway for industrial water reuse that supports both economic growth and environmental stewardship.”

The collaboration positions Aquafortus as a differentiated solution provider for complex industrial wastewater streams and strengthens its international footprint in advanced brine concentration and water recovery technologies.

About Aquafortus

Aquafortus is a 2026 Global Cleantech 100 company delivering highly efficient brine concentration technology for the recovery of clean water and valuable minerals from hypersaline streams. Its proprietary ABX™ platform is a safe, simple, non-thermal, and non-membrane process that uses non-toxic, non-flammable absorbents and food-grade regenerants to repeatedly produce high-quality water for beneficial reuse. Serving oil and gas, mining, and power markets worldwide, Aquafortus’ technology operates at salinities where conventional membranes fail and does so with the lowest energy footprint in its class, at costs up to 70 percent lower than leading desalination alternatives.

About GS Engineering & Construction

GS Engineering & Construction Corp. is a leading global engineering and construction company headquartered in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The company delivers large-scale infrastructure, energy, and environmental projects worldwide and is actively expanding its portfolio of advanced industrial and sustainability solutions.

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Green Rain Energy Holdings Inc. (OTC: GREH) today announced that March 31, 2026, as the review and record date for the Company’s previously declared special stock dividend (pending customary FINRA approval).

“This special dividend underscores our commitment to shareholder value, market transparency, and long-term operational discipline,” said Alfredo Papadakis, Chief Executive Officer of Green Rain Energy Holdings Inc. “This is a shareholder‑first action and a clear signal of our continued focus on integrity and fair market engagement.”

The Company emphasized that the March 31 record date marks a significant milestone as Green Rain continues executing initiatives designed to strengthen its capital structure and reward long‑term investors.

The ESCO Model: A Bold, Scalable, No‑Debt, No‑Dilution Strategy

At the core of Green Rain Energy’s business is its Energy Service Company (ESCO) model — a structure that uniquely positions GREH within the renewable energy sector.

Unlike traditional renewable developers, which often rely on heavy debt loads, dilutive capital raises, or one‑time project fees, Green Rain’s ESCO strategy is built on:

• Performance‑based revenues • Long‑term shared savings with commercial partners • Incentive capture programs that maximize project profitability • No corporate debt and zero shareholder dilution

Under this approach, Green Rain engineers, deploys, and manages renewable energy systems — including EV charging infrastructure, solar assets, and energy‑efficiency upgrades — while sharing in the ongoing value created by reduced consumption and improved efficiency.

This model creates what the Company describes as:

“Sustainable growth with financial integrity.”

By combining engineering excellence with disciplined project financing, the ESCO structure enables Green Rain to:

• Build recurring cash flow
• Expand rapidly without raising debt
• Protect existing shareholders
• Generate predictable, utility‑backed returns
• Scale across hospitality, commercial real estate, and infrastructure markets

Green Rain believes this structure represents a new generation of public clean‑energy companies — those that scale responsibly while upholding transparency, regulatory alignment, and long‑term shareholder value.

About Green Rain Energy Holdings Inc. (OTC: GREH)

Green Rain Energy Holdings Inc. is a Wyoming‑based clean‑energy development company focused on renewable infrastructure through its subsidiaries Green Rain Solar Inc. and Green Rain Development. The Company’s mission is to accelerate the clean‑energy transition through scalable ESCO‑driven solutions, strategic partnerships, and unwavering commitment to compliance, accountability, and shareholder respect.

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ESPOO, Finland, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Metso Corporation and Loesche GmbH have signed a partnership agreement to introduce groundbreaking Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology for a wide range of minerals processing applications. The exclusive partnership combines Metso’s expertise in sustainable end-to-end minerals processing solutions and extensive service capabilities with Loesche’s Vertical Roller Mill technology to support the mining industry’s quest to gain efficiency through innovative technologies and redefined process flowsheet design.

“We are truly excited about the collaboration with Loesche. The launch of the Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology sets a new benchmark in sustainable comminution, delivering clear sustainability and efficiency gains to the mining industry. It significantly reduces energy consumption in one of the industry’s most power-intensive steps and lowers operating costs through simplified flowsheets and reduced wear part consumption,” said Bjorn Nielsen, Vice President, HPGR & Dry Grinding at Metso.

“Together with Metso, we are uniquely positioned to deliver significant value to the mining industry and support the shift towards more resource-efficient operations. VRM technology already has a proven track record with more than 2,400 references in cement and other industry applications worldwide, and we are excited to see it taken into use also in minerals processing, where it can provide substantial benefits,” said Stefan Baaken, Managing Director, Loesche Australia, Loesche GmbH.

The Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology is part of the Metso Plus offering. It can replace high-pressure grinding rolls (HPGR), horizontal mills in primary and secondary applications and tertiary stirred mill applications, while at the same time simplifying the process and bringing savings in energy consumption and operating costs. Downstream processes benefit from improved mineral liberation and steeper particle size distribution. Also, advanced flow sheets incorporating coarse particle flotation, magnetic separation or other coarse beneficiation technologies can be facilitated, further reducing or even eliminating water consumption if fully dry processes are feasible.

Discover more about Metso Loesche VRM technology on our website. More information about Loesche GmbH is available on their website. Additionally, we invite you to attend the VRM webinar scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 15:00 – 16:00 EET. Please access the event through the registration link.

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JAIPUR, India, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Genus Power (NSE: GENUSPOWER) (BSE: 530343), India’s leading end-to-end energy measurement and advanced metering solutions provider, has crossed a significant milestone of over 26 million smart meter deployment worldwide, reinforcing its position as a trusted technology and execution partner for utilities worldwide.

A key driver of this global milestone has been Genus Power’s leadership role in India’s national grid modernization programme, where the company has now successfully achieved the milestone of installation of over 10 million smart meters as the leading AMI Service Provider. This large-scale execution experience across complex, multi-year utility programmes provides Genus with a strong foundation to replicate similar outcomes with utilities globally entering first-and second-phase smart meter rollouts.

With over three decades of experience, Genus Power is among the foremost Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) service providers, offering an integrated portfolio of smart electricity, gas and water meters, communication systems, proprietary Head End Systems (HES), Meter Data Management (MDM) platforms, and utility-grade mobile applications. These solutions enable remote monitoring, real-time analytics, demand response, and data-driven grid optimisation, supporting utilities in improving operational efficiency and customer service.

Genus’ innovation capability is anchored in India through a strong R&D ecosystem, recognised by the Government of India, and manufacturing comprising six fully integrated production facilities across Jaipur, Haridwar, Guwahati and Kotputli, with a combined annual manufacturing capacity exceeding 18 million meters. Equipped with automated SMT lines, precision moulding and advanced testing infrastructure, these facilities ensure high–quality, internationally compliant smart meters delivered at scale. Through its operations and partner ecosystem, Genus supports over 16,000 direct and indirect jobs across its value chain.

Beyond India, Genus has established a growing international footprint across Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, the Pacific region and SAARC markets, working closely with utilities and system integrators to deliver reliable, scalable and standards–compliant AMI solutions tailored to diverse regulatory and climatic conditions. Backed by a 550+ strong R&D and software engineering team, Genus delivers true end–to–end lifecycle solutions globally.

Genus is also embedding AI-led initiatives across its manufacturing, deployment, and AMI operations to enhance productivity, forecasting accuracy and decision–making, while developing advanced analytics platforms to support loss detection, billing efficiency and asset performance management.

Commenting on the landmark milestone, Mr. Jitendra Kumar Agarwal, Joint Managing Director, Genus Power, said, “Crossing 26 million smart meter deployment globally is more than a scale achievement; it is a testament to the trust placed in Genus by utilities across continents. As power systems transition worldwide toward digital, data–driven grids, our mission is to enable this shift with reliable hardware, intelligent software, and proven execution capability. From India’s largest smart metering programs to diverse international markets; Genus remains committed to being the long–term technology partner of choice for utilities seeking scalable, and future–ready smart metering solutions.”

With a robust capability to deliver projects across Capex, Opex, and Totex business models; Genus Power is well positioned to be a long–term partner for utilities accelerating smart grid adoption worldwide.

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SHANGHAI, March 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), announced it has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (“Yearbook”) in recognition of its strong performance in the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). The company was ranked top in its industry and achieved a Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score, marking the fourth consecutive year that WuXi Biologics has received this highest level of distinction.

The Yearbook aims to highlight individual companies — within a range of industries — that have demonstrated strong corporate sustainability performance, based on their S&P Global 2025 CSA Score. Out of the over 9,200 companies assessed in the 2025 CSA, only 848 companies, across 59 industries, were recognized as the top performers and selected for inclusion in Yearbook 2026.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “Our strong performance in S&P Global’s latest CSA and our inclusion in the Yearbook for the fourth consecutive year reflect WuXi Biologics’ steadfast commitment to continuously enhancing our sustainability performance. We are a proven global leader in Green CRDMO, consistently delivering ESG excellence, enabling partners worldwide to fulfill their ESG commitments, and jointly working with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; awarded an EcoVadis Platinum Medal; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for Climate Change,Water Security, and Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com 

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Save Exuma Alliance says the case tests how The Bahamas applies modern marine protections as luxury tourism expands

EXUMA, Bahamas, March 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As 159 countries mark World Seagrass Day on March 1, The Bahamas’ Supreme Court is facing the first critical test of this country’s 2019 environmental protection laws with local citizens saying the outcome of the case involving a proposed Rosewood resort by Miami-based Yntegra Group that calls for dredging of coral reefs and acres of seagrass will impact future resort development and could change the face of the Exumas forever.

Members of the Save Exuma Alliance (SEA), a pro-economic development coalition of local citizens and businesses that make up the bulk of Central Exuma’s small but thriving commercial activity, expressed concern that in addition to dredging the current plan would introduce an industrial shoreline and infrastructure into an area now frequented by thousands of visitors annually for swimming, snorkeling and other recreational activities.

The Judicial Review is challenging the Certificate of Environmental Clearance (CEC) granted by The Bahamas government for Rosewood Exuma, which neighboring eco-resorts say was granted improperly. Specific components of concern regarding the Rosewood Exuma proposal developed by Yntegra Group include:

• Dredging in shallow, clear waters that are actively used for boating, swimming, snorkeling and diving, permanently erasing the character and ecology of the bay that includes a 15-acre seagrass prairie and extensive marine life including sea turtles, thriving coral reefs and a conch nursery
• Industrial dock construction and marine service traffic in a shared recreational area, shifting the shoreline from “open water experience” to “commercial shipping lane”
• A development layout that concentrates a supply ship dock, fuel storage, garbage storage, sewage treatment and power generators in the most visible, high-use waters and shoreline areas, where environmental impacts and conflicts with neighboring uses are hardest to avoid

“Big Sampson Cay is the kind of place Exuma built its reputation on,” said Eric Carey, CEO of ONE Consultants and former executive director of the Bahamas National Trust, on behalf of SEA. “These waters are part of Exuma’s identity and its economy. If Yntegra’s dredging reshapes the bay and industrial systems move to the shoreline, you don’t get the original place back. The question is whether our environmental protections mean what they say when a high-profile resort plan puts those waters at risk.”

The Judicial Review is the first major test of those protections, recently created by new environmental laws in The Bahamas will be enforced in the case of resort plans like that by Yntegra Group, which relies heavily on dredging and industrial marine infrastructure.

The Alliance maintains that the conflict is not inevitable. SEA, supported by coastal development experts, has outlined practical adjustments that would eliminate dredging in North Bay, relocate service docks to existing deep-water access on the southern side of the island and move fuel and back-of-house operations away from the northern shoreline.

“These are practical revisions,” the Alliance said. “They would remove the environmental flashpoint, reduce long-term operational risk and allow responsible development to proceed without permanent damage to shared waters.”

If the current plan proceeds unchanged, SEA said implications extend beyond one cay.

“This decision will signal whether large-scale coastal projects in The Bahamas can prioritize judgment over spectacle,” the Alliance said. “It will clarify the expectations placed on developers operating in environmentally sensitive marine environments and hold Yntegra Group accountable for a plan that threatens both the marine environment and the tourism economy it supports.”

For more information, visit saveexumaalliance.org.

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