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National tire and wheel retailer ranked among the top 100 US companies list

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Glassdoor recently announced the Best Places To Work 2026 list, featuring Discount Tire as a top U.S. employer for the tire retailer’s people-focused culture and career growth opportunities. The brand ranked among the top 100 U.S. companies and appeared as No. 14 on the Glassdoor Best Places To Work in Consumer Services. To qualify, companies must have more than 1,000 U.S.-based employee reviews on Glassdoor and achieve an overall company rating of 3.5 or greater.

“We treat our people like family,” said Chief Executive Officer Dean Muglia. “We’re honored to be recognized by both current and former employees and Glassdoor as a best place to work. We strive every day to deliver the most inviting, easy, and safe experience possible for our people and our customers.”

Discount Tire is committed to growing the careers of its more than 30,000 full- and part-time employees. The company offers comprehensive training and leadership development programs, competitive benefits, and a company culture dedicated to serving others and inspiring its people to pursue their goals. Discount Tire previously received top rankings from Glassdoor from 2018 to 2021.

“Through six and a half decades of growth, our primary commitments have stayed true: We want to take care of people and help make more dreams come true,” said Executive Chairman Michael Zuieback.

Discount Tire is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and has more than 1,250 stores across 40 states. For those interested in becoming a part of the Discount Tire family, visit www.careers.discounttire.com to learn more.

About Discount Tire
Discount Tire is a leading independent retailer of tires, wheels, and windshield wipers. Founded in 1960 by Bruce T. Halle, the company serves customers at more than 1,250 stores in 40 states. The company does business as Discount Tire in most of the U.S. and as America’s Tire in parts of California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Treadwell, Discount Tire’s proprietary online tire recommendation tool, uses decades of data and individual driving habits to recommend the right tires for each driver’s unique needs. For more information, visit www.discounttire.com.

Media Contact
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pressemails@discounttire.com 
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SHELTON, Conn., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE: EPC) today announced that it has completed the sale of its feminine care business to Essity, a leading global health and hygiene company based in Sweden, for $340 million. Edgewell intends to use the net proceeds from the sale, after taxes and transaction costs, primarily to strengthen its balance sheet and pay down the balance of U.S. revolving credit facility while continuing to invest in the long-term growth of its core businesses.

“Completing the sale of our Feminine Care business is a pivotal step in Edgewell’s transformation. By simplifying our portfolio and focusing our resources on shave, sun and skin care, and grooming, we are positioning Edgewell to be a more focused, agile and durable personal care company,” said Edgewell President and CEO Rod Little. “The proceeds from this transaction will strengthen our balance sheet, support debt reduction and reinvestment behind our core brands and innovation pipeline, as we look to drive sustainable growth and long‑term value for shareholders, while our Feminine Care colleagues gain new opportunities as part of Essity, a global leader in health and hygiene.”

Edgewell expects to work closely with Essity to ensure a smooth transition for employees, customers, and consumers of the Feminine Care business. The Company and Essity entered into a Transition Services Agreement to provide certain support services in the areas of accounting, information technology, quality assurance, operations and supply chain, and sales for a period of at least one year from the closing of the transaction.

The Company will provide unaudited condensed consolidated financial information prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X to reflect the sale of the Feminine Care business as a discontinued operation. This pro forma condensed consolidated financial information is expected to be made available to investors in a Current Report on Form 8-K on or before February 6, 2026, while additional supplemental financial information will be provided during the Company’s First Quarter Fiscal 2026 earnings call on February 9, 2026.

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About Edgewell Personal Care
Edgewell is a leading pure-play consumer products company with an attractive, diversified portfolio of established brand names such as Schick®, Wilkinson Sword® and Billie® men’s and women’s shaving systems and disposable razors; Edge and Skintimate® shave preparations; Banana Boat®, Hawaiian Tropic®, Bulldog®, Jack Black®, and CREMO® sun and skin care products; and Wet Ones® products. The Company has a broad global footprint and operates in more than 50 markets, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, the U.K. and Australia, with approximately 6,700 employees worldwide.

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CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it launched the 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects.

“Thanks to the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Water and Environment grant, the Watershed Institute was able to expand its StreamWatch Schools program, engaging students across the state in water quality testing, connecting them with local waterways, building STEM skills and laying the foundation for a lifelong appreciation of water,” said Jim Waltman, Executive Director, The Watershed Institute (New Jersey) and 2025 Foundation Water and Environment grantee.

The Water and Environment grant is part of the Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. In 2025, the American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a combined total of $1.7 million to 80 organizations in 12 states, supporting organizations located in communities served by American Water.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is excited to launch its annual Water and Environment Grant Program, reinforcing our commitment to supporting innovative and impactful projects that strengthen communities across American Water’s national footprint,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “Through this grant program, we are proud to invest in initiatives that reflect our core focus on water and the environment.”

Applications will be accepted from eligible organizations served by American Water and located in the following states, in addition to its Military Services Group locations: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation here.

About American Water 
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. 

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. 

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf. 

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CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it launched the 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects.

“Thanks to the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Water and Environment grant, the Watershed Institute was able to expand its StreamWatch Schools program, engaging students across the state in water quality testing, connecting them with local waterways, building STEM skills and laying the foundation for a lifelong appreciation of water,” said Jim Waltman, Executive Director, The Watershed Institute (New Jersey) and 2025 Foundation Water and Environment grantee.

The Water and Environment grant is part of the Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. In 2025, the American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a combined total of $1.7 million to 80 organizations in 12 states, supporting organizations located in communities served by American Water.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is excited to launch its annual Water and Environment Grant Program, reinforcing our commitment to supporting innovative and impactful projects that strengthen communities across American Water’s national footprint,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “Through this grant program, we are proud to invest in initiatives that reflect our core focus on water and the environment.”

Applications will be accepted from eligible organizations served by American Water and located in the following states, in addition to its Military Services Group locations: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation here.

About American Water 
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. 

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. 

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf. 

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Square Baby’s first Big Game ad seeks to raise awareness and promote early allergen introduction to reduce the risk of food allergies by up to 80%.

BEND, Ore., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On a Sunday when brands saturate our screens with high-production celebrity cameos, Square Baby is showing up with a group of toddlers, a heavy bass line, and some witty lyrics to help put an end to food allergies.

Today, Square Baby unveiled “Deez Nuts,” a 2-minute rap video featuring babies, scientists, a ton of peanuts, and a massive marquee that spells “DEEZ NUTS.” The spot is intentionally playful on the surface, but behind the humor is a serious, science-backed message: early introduction of allergens, like peanuts, can help reduce the risk of food allergies.

The campaign aims to educate parents on new medical guidelines, based on landmark research like the LEAP Study, which found that introducing peanuts as early as four months can help reduce the risk of developing this lifelong allergy by over 80%. Since that shift in guidance, more than 60,000 babies’ lives have been saved, according to a CBS News report.

Founded by a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Genetic Counselor, Square Baby says the goal wasn’t shock for shock’s sake, but attention in service of education.

“Early allergen exposure is one of those topics that’s critically important, yet most brands still avoid it,” says Katie Thomson MS, RD, Cofounder and CEO of Square Baby. “We knew the campaign name would raise eyebrows, but we needed a name and a song so catchy that parents couldn’t ignore the message. And if ruffling a few feathers is what it takes to protect the next generation of kids, we’re willing to go there.”

The ad reflects Square Baby’s broader mission to challenge norms in the baby food aisle, where many products rely heavily on sweet flavors and avoid allergens entirely. By contrast, Square Baby emphasizes science-backed nutrition, veggie-forward, balanced meals, and prides themselves on transparency. This ad may be new, but Square Baby has been a pioneer in Early Allergen Introduction since they launched in 2018.

“Parents are constantly bombarded with advice that feels overwhelming or contradictory,” says Kendall Glynn MS, CGC, Cofounder and COO. “We believe nutrition information should feel empowering, not intimidating. And humor can be a powerful way to open that door.”

The campaign will air during halftime of the Big Game in select local markets, alongside a broader national rollout across digital, social and educational platforms to help parents better understand early allergen introduction and infant nutrition.

About Square Baby:
Square Baby is a science-led baby food company on a mission to improve infant nutrition and help prevent food allergies. Founded by a registered dietitian and a certified genetic counselor, Square Baby offers the only customizable meal system that delivers 100% of a baby’s daily recommended servings of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, healthy fats, and protein.

By being on the forefront of nutrition science and embracing allergen introduction, Square Baby has created truly balanced meals that contain twice the protein and half the sugar of most pouches. They’re also the only baby food offering 8 top allergens, including peanuts, in an effort to help end food allergies. Meals are made fresh with organic ingredients and zero added sugar, preservatives, or additives – ever. Square Baby ships frozen meals nationwide in sustainable packaging and is also available on Amazon.

For more information, visit www.squarebaby.com.

Media Contact: 
Katie Thomson MS, RD | Cofounder & CEO
press@squarebaby.com

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Square Baby’s first Big Game ad seeks to raise awareness and promote early allergen introduction to reduce the risk of food allergies by up to 80%.

BEND, Ore., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On a Sunday when brands saturate our screens with high-production celebrity cameos, Square Baby is showing up with a group of toddlers, a heavy bass line, and some witty lyrics to help put an end to food allergies.

Today, Square Baby unveiled “Deez Nuts,” a 2-minute rap video featuring babies, scientists, a ton of peanuts, and a massive marquee that spells “DEEZ NUTS.” The spot is intentionally playful on the surface, but behind the humor is a serious, science-backed message: early introduction of allergens, like peanuts, can help reduce the risk of food allergies.

The campaign aims to educate parents on new medical guidelines, based on landmark research like the LEAP Study, which found that introducing peanuts as early as four months can help reduce the risk of developing this lifelong allergy by over 80%. Since that shift in guidance, more than 60,000 babies’ lives have been saved, according to a CBS News report.

Founded by a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Genetic Counselor, Square Baby says the goal wasn’t shock for shock’s sake, but attention in service of education.

“Early allergen exposure is one of those topics that’s critically important, yet most brands still avoid it,” says Katie Thomson MS, RD, Cofounder and CEO of Square Baby. “We knew the campaign name would raise eyebrows, but we needed a name and a song so catchy that parents couldn’t ignore the message. And if ruffling a few feathers is what it takes to protect the next generation of kids, we’re willing to go there.”

The ad reflects Square Baby’s broader mission to challenge norms in the baby food aisle, where many products rely heavily on sweet flavors and avoid allergens entirely. By contrast, Square Baby emphasizes science-backed nutrition, veggie-forward, balanced meals, and prides themselves on transparency. This ad may be new, but Square Baby has been a pioneer in Early Allergen Introduction since they launched in 2018.

“Parents are constantly bombarded with advice that feels overwhelming or contradictory,” says Kendall Glynn MS, CGC, Cofounder and COO. “We believe nutrition information should feel empowering, not intimidating. And humor can be a powerful way to open that door.”

The campaign will air during halftime of the Big Game in select local markets, alongside a broader national rollout across digital, social and educational platforms to help parents better understand early allergen introduction and infant nutrition.

About Square Baby:
Square Baby is a science-led baby food company on a mission to improve infant nutrition and help prevent food allergies. Founded by a registered dietitian and a certified genetic counselor, Square Baby offers the only customizable meal system that delivers 100% of a baby’s daily recommended servings of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, healthy fats, and protein.

By being on the forefront of nutrition science and embracing allergen introduction, Square Baby has created truly balanced meals that contain twice the protein and half the sugar of most pouches. They’re also the only baby food offering 8 top allergens, including peanuts, in an effort to help end food allergies. Meals are made fresh with organic ingredients and zero added sugar, preservatives, or additives – ever. Square Baby ships frozen meals nationwide in sustainable packaging and is also available on Amazon.

For more information, visit www.squarebaby.com.

Media Contact: 
Katie Thomson MS, RD | Cofounder & CEO
press@squarebaby.com

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the UV Curing System Market is projected to grow from USD 3.00 billion in 2026 and to reach USD 4.85 billion by 2032, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.3% during the forecast period.

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UV Curing System Market Size & Forecast:

• Market Size Available for Years: 2021–2032
• 2026 Market Size: USD 3.00 billion
• 2032 Projected Market Size: USD 4.85 billion
• CAGR (2026–2032): 8.3%

UV Curing System Market Trends & Insights:

• UV curing systems employ technologies, such as UV LED, mercury vapor, and hybrid curing, to support diverse material requirements and production speeds. With increasing emphasis on sustainable manufacturing, reduced VOC emissions, and automated production lines, the UV curing system market is witnessing strong growth. Ongoing advancements in LED efficiency, wavelength control, and system integration are further improving curing precision, operational flexibility, and overall manufacturing performance across multiple end-use industries.
• By system type, the spot curing system segment is projected to account for the largest share of the UV curing system market during the forecast period.
• By technology, the UV LED curing segment is projected to account for the largest share of the UV curing system market during the forecast period.
• By pressure type, the medium segment is projected to account for the largest market in the UV curing system market during the forecast period.
• By component, the hardware segment is projected to account for the largest market size of the UV curing system market during the forecast period.
• By region, Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest CAGR of 10.0% in the UV curing system market during the forecast period.

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The growth of the UV curing system market is being driven by the increasing demand for fast, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly curing of inks, coatings, and adhesives in industrial manufacturing. Factors such as the rising adoption of automated production lines, the growing need for high-throughput processing, and expanded applications in printing, packaging, electronics, automotive, medical, and industrial coatings are contributing to their widespread adoption. Additionally, advancements in UV LED efficiency, hybrid curing platforms, digital control systems, and precise wavelength management are enhancing curing consistency, operational efficiency, and scalability. These advancements are accelerating the shift toward intelligent, high-performance, and sustainable UV curing solutions globally.

By technology, the UV LED curing segment is projected to exhibit the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The UV LED curing segment is projected to achieve the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to its superior energy efficiency, long operational life, and lower heat generation compared to traditional mercury lamps. UV LED systems provide instant on-and-off functionality, precise wavelength control, and reduced maintenance needs, making them ideal for automated and high-precision manufacturing. Growing regulatory pressure to limit mercury usage and reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions is driving the transition to LED-based curing solutions. Furthermore, the declining costs of LEDs, improvements in output power, and increased compatibility with advanced inks, coatings, and adhesives are facilitating rapid adoption across various sectors, including electronics, medical, printing, packaging, and industrial applications.

By pressure type, the medium segment is projected to account for the largest market size during the forecast period.

The medium segment is projected to account for the largest share during the forecast period due to its established performance, high curing intensity, and broad wavelength output. This versatility supports a wide range of inks, coatings, and adhesives. These systems are commonly used in printing, packaging, and industrial coating applications where high speed and adequate curing are essential. Their compatibility with existing production lines, proven reliability, and lower upfront costs compared to fully LED-based systems contribute to their strong demand. Additionally, the large installed base of medium-pressure systems generates recurring revenue from lamp replacements, upgrades, and maintenance, further solidifying their dominant market position during the forecast period.

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Asia Pacific is projected to register the highest growth during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific is expected to experience the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period due to rapid industrialization and significant growth in manufacturing, electronics, packaging, and automotive production. Countries such as China, India, Japan, South Korea, and various Southeast Asian economies are expanding their printing, converting, and electronics assembly capabilities, which drives the demand for high-speed and energy-efficient curing solutions. The increasing adoption of automation, rising investments in smart factories, and growing awareness of sustainable manufacturing practices are accelerating the use of UV LED and hybrid curing technologies. Additionally, the strong presence of contract manufacturers, favorable government policies that support industrial modernization, and cost-competitive production environments further contribute to the growth of the regional UV curing system industry.

The report profiles key players in UV curing system companies, such as Excelitas Technologies Corp. (US), Nordson Corporation (US), IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), BW Converting (US), Dymax (US), Hoenle AG (Germany), American Ultraviolet (US), Hanovia (US), GEW Limited (UK), and Uvitron International, Inc. (US). These players have adopted various organic and inorganic growth strategies such as product launches, expansions, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, agreements, and investments.

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Comprehensive guides address water-cooled, air-cooled and absorption chiller use cases, integrated with advanced building controls, for next-generation AI factories

MILWAUKEE, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of its Reference Design Guide Series for 1 Gigawatt AI data centers. Each guide in the series maps the full thermal chain, offering cooling architectures tailored to diverse compute densities, geographies and elevations. The series begins with a detailed blueprint for water-cooled chiller plants with future guides to address air-cooled and absorption chiller solutions.

As AI transforms industries, the scale and complexity of data center infrastructure is rapidly evolving. The ability to efficiently manage thermal loads at gigawatt scale is now a critical enabler for AI innovation, and the industry faces mounting pressure to deliver facilities that are not only high-performing, but also sustainable and future-ready. Johnson Controls’ Reference Design Guide Series responds to this challenge by outlining how to achieve industry-leading energy and water efficiency (PUE and WUE) while maintaining flexibility to scale across diverse climates and operational requirements. 

The guide outlines a complete thermal architecture supporting both liquid and air- cooled- IT loads through integrated computer room air handlers (CRAHs), fan coil walls, coolant distribution units (CDUs) and high efficiency YORK centrifugal chillers. It provides- detailed sizing guidance for 220MW compute quadrants and defines temperature and operating conditions across all major facility loops, including Technology Cooling System (TCS) loops supporting next- generation GPUs. 

Key outcomes enabled by the updated design include: 

• Zero Water Consumption: A fully water free heat rejection process using dry coolers, reducing operational costs and advancing sustainability objectives.
• Future Ready- Thermal Flexibility: High -temperature TCS loop readiness ensures compatibility with forthcoming GPU architectures.
• Optimized High Density- AI Performance: Alignment with NVIDIA DSX reference architecture  enables scalable deployment of 1-GW-class AI Factories.
• Energy Efficient- Operation: Elevated condenser water temperatures, bifurcated loops and YORK high-lift chillers deliver industry-leading PUE and improved annualized efficiency. 

“AI Factories are production facilities — the places where intelligence is manufactured at an industrial scale,” said Austin Domenici, vice president & general manager, Johnson Controls Global Data Center Solutions. “By supporting the NVIDIA DSX reference architecture and improving water and energy efficiency in the cooling process while maintaining high temperature- loop compatibility, our Reference Design Guide equips customers to deploy gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure that is scalable, repeatable, resilient and sustainable.” 

Learn more about Johnson Controls’s Reference Guide Series at www.johnsoncontrols.com/industries/data-centers/reference-designs.

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About Johnson Controls:

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. 

Building on a proud history of nearly 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering. 

Today, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry. 

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

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Comprehensive guides address water-cooled, air-cooled and absorption chiller use cases, integrated with advanced building controls, for next-generation AI factories

MILWAUKEE, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of its Reference Design Guide Series for 1 Gigawatt AI data centers. Each guide in the series maps the full thermal chain, offering cooling architectures tailored to diverse compute densities, geographies and elevations. The series begins with a detailed blueprint for water-cooled chiller plants with future guides to address air-cooled and absorption chiller solutions.

As AI transforms industries, the scale and complexity of data center infrastructure is rapidly evolving. The ability to efficiently manage thermal loads at gigawatt scale is now a critical enabler for AI innovation, and the industry faces mounting pressure to deliver facilities that are not only high-performing, but also sustainable and future-ready. Johnson Controls’ Reference Design Guide Series responds to this challenge by outlining how to achieve industry-leading energy and water efficiency (PUE and WUE) while maintaining flexibility to scale across diverse climates and operational requirements. 

The guide outlines a complete thermal architecture supporting both liquid and air- cooled- IT loads through integrated computer room air handlers (CRAHs), fan coil walls, coolant distribution units (CDUs) and high efficiency YORK centrifugal chillers. It provides- detailed sizing guidance for 220MW compute quadrants and defines temperature and operating conditions across all major facility loops, including Technology Cooling System (TCS) loops supporting next- generation GPUs. 

Key outcomes enabled by the updated design include: 

• Zero Water Consumption: A fully water free heat rejection process using dry coolers, reducing operational costs and advancing sustainability objectives.
• Future Ready- Thermal Flexibility: High -temperature TCS loop readiness ensures compatibility with forthcoming GPU architectures.
• Optimized High Density- AI Performance: Alignment with NVIDIA DSX reference architecture  enables scalable deployment of 1-GW-class AI Factories.
• Energy Efficient- Operation: Elevated condenser water temperatures, bifurcated loops and YORK high-lift chillers deliver industry-leading PUE and improved annualized efficiency. 

“AI Factories are production facilities — the places where intelligence is manufactured at an industrial scale,” said Austin Domenici, vice president & general manager, Johnson Controls Global Data Center Solutions. “By supporting the NVIDIA DSX reference architecture and improving water and energy efficiency in the cooling process while maintaining high temperature- loop compatibility, our Reference Design Guide equips customers to deploy gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure that is scalable, repeatable, resilient and sustainable.” 

Learn more about Johnson Controls’s Reference Guide Series at www.johnsoncontrols.com/industries/data-centers/reference-designs.

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Louise Colledge
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Email: louise.colledge@jci.com

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About Johnson Controls:

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. 

Building on a proud history of nearly 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering. 

Today, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry. 

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

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Reusable, recyclable, and compostable products will be available through UK-based Vegware, a sister company of Eco-Products

EDINBURGH, Scotland, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Eco-Products^®, a certified B Corp and leader in environmentally responsible foodservice packaging, is officially launching in the U.K. The Eco-Products portfolio of reusable, recyclable and compostable packaging will be available through UK-based Vegware, a sister company.

For more than 30 years, Eco-Products has been redefining what is possible in foodservice packaging in the U.S. From stadiums and universities to cafés and caterers, the company partners with organisations to deliver practical packaging solutions and support waste diversion goals.

Eco-Products has been active in Europe since 2017, building a strong customer base across the EU with a growing portfolio of compostable, recyclable, and reusable packaging. The U.K. launch marks the next step in expanding access to this proven range, supported by local expertise and service through Vegware.

“We’re excited to officially launch Eco-Products in the U.K.,” said Wendell Simonson, General Manager of Eco-Products. “As in the U.S., demand continues to grow for products and services designed to help the foodservice industry meet its sustainability goals. Working closely with the Vegware team to support customers in their home market is something we’re really looking forward to.”

“We’re seeing strong customer interest in reusable and recyclable options alongside compostables,” said Helen Mathieson, Managing Director at Vegware. “Partnering with Eco-Products allows to offer proven designs, reliable performance, and a joined-up approach to packaging that fits the realities today’s foodservice operations.”

The Eco-Products U.K. portfolio includes:

• Reusables, including the new Veda™ collection — durable, high-performance products designed for closed-loop reuse systems.
• Recyclable products, such as hot and cold cups compatible with U.K. recycling streams.
• Compostable packaging designed for industrial composting.

Together, these products offer U.K. operators practical, high-impact solutions for managing packaging responsibly across every service model, from on-the-go to dine-in.

Through this partnership, U.K. customers gain access to a broader range of high-performance packaging, supported by Vegware’s local expertise and customer support.

As a Certified B Corporation, Eco-Products meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

ABOUT ECO-PRODUCTS, PBC
Eco-Products^®, a Novolex^® brand and certified B Corp, is a leading provider of foodservice packaging made from renewable, recycled, and reusable materials. Eco-Products offers packaging with real environmental benefits, works with customers to improve composting and recycling, and collaborates with the broader industry to shift how businesses and consumers think about and manage waste. Visit www.ecoproducts.com for more information. 

ABOUT VEGWARE
Vegware, a Novolex brand, is a trusted brand of compostable foodservice packaging, made from renewable and recyclable plant-based materials. Our products are designed for industrial composting alongside food waste, supported by our award-winning environmental consultancy, which helps businesses successfully compost their Vegware packaging. For more information, visit www.vegware.com.

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Press Contact:
Kelly Falconer
+44 7543 222742
Head of Marketing, Eco-Products UK (via Vegware)
408480@email4pr.com 

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