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GLENDALE, Calif., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — California Credit Union has partnered with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club to bring some holiday magic to hundreds of Club kids, providing over 335 new toys and gifts donated by the credit union, its employees, and members.

“At California Credit Union, supporting our community is especially meaningful during the holidays,” said California Credit Union President/CEO Steve O’Connell. “Partnering with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club allows us to help bring joy and a sense of celebration to local children and their families. Our employees care deeply about making a difference, and this toy drive is a wonderful opportunity to share that spirit and give back to those who need it most.”

All of the toys and gifts were donated by California Credit Union, its employees and members in a month-long drive in its branch locations across Los Angeles County. The toys were distributed during the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club holiday celebration on December 16 to the Club families it serves in communities across Northeast Los Angeles. Credit union volunteers also were on hand to help organize and distribute gifts for the kids.

The Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club’s mission is to inspire and enable all youth, especially from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, care and responsible members of the community. Classes for teens include gang prevention, Relationship Smarts, social interaction, wellness, the arts, and physical fitness. For more information about the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, please visit labgc.org.

About California Credit Union
California Credit Union is a federally chartered credit union founded in 1933 with assets of more than $5 billion, over 200,000 members and 25 retail branches. Named a Forbes Best-In-State Credit Union in 2024 & 2025, California Credit Union membership is available to community members and businesses nationwide. The credit union operates in San Diego and Riverside Counties as North Island Credit Union, a division of California Credit Union. Federally insured by the NCUA, the credit union offers a full suite of consumer, business and investment products and services, including comprehensive consumer checking and loan options, personalized financial planning, business banking, and leading-edge online and mobile banking. California Credit Union is certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a Low Income Designation, offering inclusive products and services to build financial stability in our underserved communities, including a checking account certified as meeting the Bank On National Account Standards. California Federal Credit Union operates as California Credit Union. Visit ccu.com for more information or follow the credit union on Instagram® or Facebook® @CaliforniaCreditUnion.

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ST. LOUIS, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Broadview Group, a St. Louis–based private investment firm, announced today its investment in Citadel EHS, a leading provider of environmental, health, safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) services.

Citadel will continue to be led by CEO Loren Witkin, alongside CFO Jeff Mistarz, COO Kier DeLeo, and the existing leadership team. The partnership will provide Citadel with the capital and resources needed to accelerate its growth strategy, broaden its capabilities, expand geographically, and further its mission of delivering world-class EHS&S solutions to clients while maintaining its employee-first culture.

“After an extensive two-year search, we are thrilled to have found a strategic partner in Broadview who shares our values, long-term outlook, and commitment to employee development,” said Loren Witkin, CEO of Citadel EHS. “This partnership is a sign of strength. It positions Citadel for the next chapter of growth while ensuring continuity for our employees, clients, and partners. Day-to-day business remains unchanged—our leadership and culture remain intact—yet we now have greater resources to innovate and expand.”

“We are excited to welcome Citadel EHS into the Broadview family. After years of researching and pursuing opportunities in the EHS&S compliance industry, Citadel stood out as a business with strategic leadership, exceptional technical capability, a people-first culture, and an entrepreneurial spirit that aligns with our long-term investment philosophy,” said Clay Hunter, Broadview Group CEO. Davis Malone, Vice President at Broadview added, “We see a tremendous opportunity to continue to grow the business by broadening its breadth of services and serving clients in additional markets, while preserving the employee-centric culture that has been core to Citadel’s success. Our mission is to invest in Citadel’s people, leadership, and reputation while supporting the Company through its next phase of growth and maintaining what makes Citadel special.”

The acquisition of Citadel EHS aligns with Broadview Group’s broader strategy of partnering with high-quality businesses that possess strong market positions and leadership teams committed to future growth. Broadview looks forward to supporting Citadel’s continued success and expanding its reach in the years ahead.

Citizens Capital Markets & Advisory served as exclusive financial advisor to Citadel on its strategic partnership with Broadview.

About Broadview Group
Broadview Group invests in and partners with successful business owners and growth-oriented leadership teams to help scale and create significant and sustainable value in niche manufacturing, specialty distribution, and business services. Broadview’s long-term perspective enables true alignment with its partners and portfolio companies to provide strategic insights and operational support to help companies maximize their potential. Broadview’s principals have decades of experience leading and scaling businesses and providing strategic insight and other expertise as executives, lead investors and board members in a variety of businesses and industries.
www.broadviewgroup.com 

About Citadel EHS
Founded in 1993 and employee-owned since 2003, Citadel EHS is a leading environmental, health, safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) consulting firm providing technical, regulatory, and compliance-driven solutions to clients across a wide range of industries. Citadel EHS specializes in helping public and private sector clients navigate environmental compliance, permitting, remediation, industrial hygiene, building sciences, and workplace safety challenges.
With the backing of Broadview, Citadel EHS continues to operate independently under its current leadership team, while expanding opportunities for employee ownership, profit sharing, and long-term value creation.
Citadel EHS delivers integrated consulting services across Engineering and Environmental Services, Building Sciences, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, Environmental Compliance and Permitting, and ESG and Sustainability. The firm operates from multiple offices throughout the Western United States and Charlotte metro area, supporting complex projects with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, risk management, and sustainable outcomes.
www.citadelehs.com 

Contact: contact@broadviewgroup.com

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Volunteer teams to deliver coffee and refreshments to local police departments across US and Canada in recognition of service and sacrifice

JOPPA, Md., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, is marking National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (January 9^th) with a coordinated initiative across the United States and Canada, in which volunteer teams will be visiting local police departments across the continent to deliver coffee, donuts, and other refreshments as a gesture of thanks.

The initiative reflects RRT’s longstanding commitment to supporting first responders and recognizing the vital role law enforcement officers play in keeping communities safe. Throughout the day, RRT volunteers will bring their donations to precincts and stations to express appreciation for the professionalism, courage, and dedication officers demonstrate—often behind the scenes—every day.

“At Rapid Relief Team, our mission is simple: to serve people in times of need, and that includes standing alongside the men and women who protect our communities,” said Wes Macdonald, Operations Manager, RRT North America. “This initiative is a small but heartfelt way for our volunteers to say thank you and to acknowledge the sacrifices law enforcement officers and their families make year-round.”

In addition to appreciation efforts like National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, RRT regularly supports law enforcement agencies through homeless outreach programs, disaster response operations, and events such as National Police Week, honoring fallen officers and those who serve on the front lines.

RRT’s National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day initiative is part of the organization’s broader commitment to community support and emergency response, delivered through a volunteer-driven model focused on compassion, service, and partnership.

About Rapid Relief Team (RRT): RRT is a global network of over 16,500 volunteers who assist emergency services during disasters and crises by providing meals and other forms of support. Established in 2013 by the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC), RRT is dedicated to showing kindness through its actions, embodying the PBCC values of care, compassion, and community support in times of need. To contribute to RRT’s mission, visit their website.

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Laundry route specialist to lead legendary dry cleaner’s business accounts and pickup/delivery services across southern Nevada

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Al Phillips Cleaners, Nevada’s leading eco-friendly dry cleaning and laundry service provider, today announced the appointment of laundry route expert Ricardo “Ricky” Salazar as Vice President of Client Services.

Salazar will lead a major expansion in B2B dry cleaning and laundry services and route-based pickup/delivery throughout southern Nevada, including oversight of national accounts with West Coast or Las Vegas operations. He will serve on the company’s Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to Chief Operating & Financial Officer Nick Gausling.

Salazar brings extensive industry expertise, including founding, leading, and successfully exiting a route-based laundry company focused on Greater Las Vegas (Clark County). His background includes proven leadership in sales, store and route operations, business development, and logistics, with a career emphasis on route-based laundry and commercial garment care services.

“We’re very pleased to welcome Ricky to the Al Phillips team at this pivotal inflection point,” said Gausling. “His deep expertise in route-based laundry and dry cleaning, paired with strong local market knowledge and a determined focus on customer satisfaction, make him the ideal leader to expand both our pickup and delivery services and our business account portfolio.”

Al Phillips Cleaners has been the gold standard for Las Vegas dry cleaning and laundry services for over 60 years, with a storied history as the go-to dry cleaner for legends like Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Sammy Davis Jr. The company delivers top-tier eco-friendly garment care to both residents and businesses, including major hospitality clients on the Strip.

“My mission is to make premium garment care services accessible and seamless,” said Salazar. “Joining Las Vegas’ most iconic dry cleaner allows me to scale effortless pickup and delivery options and world-class quality to more homes, offices, hotels, and other enterprises across the region.”

After several years of operational modernization and streamlining, the company is now positioned for its next phase of growth. Expanding the business account portfolio and pickup/delivery routes, both spearheaded by Salazar, are a top priority for 2026 and sit at the center of the company’s overall commercial strategy.

“We’re building a best-in-class multichannel experience,” Gausling added. “Al Phillips Cleaners gives customers the flexibility to choose when and how they receive the best garment care in the Southwest, whether it’s free pickup and delivery to their home or office, our newly-renovated 24/7 smart stores, or a more traditional experience at one of our many other locations.”

With operating brands including Al Phillips the Cleaner and Thrift DLux Cleaners, Al Phillips Cleaners ranks among the largest dry cleaners in the United States and operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Timeless Cleaners, Inc.

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Laundry route specialist to lead legendary dry cleaner’s business accounts and pickup/delivery services across southern Nevada

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Al Phillips Cleaners, Nevada’s leading eco-friendly dry cleaning and laundry service provider, today announced the appointment of laundry route expert Ricardo “Ricky” Salazar as Vice President of Client Services.

Salazar will lead a major expansion in B2B dry cleaning and laundry services and route-based pickup/delivery throughout southern Nevada, including oversight of national accounts with West Coast or Las Vegas operations. He will serve on the company’s Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to Chief Operating & Financial Officer Nick Gausling.

Salazar brings extensive industry expertise, including founding, leading, and successfully exiting a route-based laundry company focused on Greater Las Vegas (Clark County). His background includes proven leadership in sales, store and route operations, business development, and logistics, with a career emphasis on route-based laundry and commercial garment care services.

“We’re very pleased to welcome Ricky to the Al Phillips team at this pivotal inflection point,” said Gausling. “His deep expertise in route-based laundry and dry cleaning, paired with strong local market knowledge and a determined focus on customer satisfaction, make him the ideal leader to expand both our pickup and delivery services and our business account portfolio.”

Al Phillips Cleaners has been the gold standard for Las Vegas dry cleaning and laundry services for over 60 years, with a storied history as the go-to dry cleaner for legends like Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Sammy Davis Jr. The company delivers top-tier eco-friendly garment care to both residents and businesses, including major hospitality clients on the Strip.

“My mission is to make premium garment care services accessible and seamless,” said Salazar. “Joining Las Vegas’ most iconic dry cleaner allows me to scale effortless pickup and delivery options and world-class quality to more homes, offices, hotels, and other enterprises across the region.”

After several years of operational modernization and streamlining, the company is now positioned for its next phase of growth. Expanding the business account portfolio and pickup/delivery routes, both spearheaded by Salazar, are a top priority for 2026 and sit at the center of the company’s overall commercial strategy.

“We’re building a best-in-class multichannel experience,” Gausling added. “Al Phillips Cleaners gives customers the flexibility to choose when and how they receive the best garment care in the Southwest, whether it’s free pickup and delivery to their home or office, our newly-renovated 24/7 smart stores, or a more traditional experience at one of our many other locations.”

With operating brands including Al Phillips the Cleaner and Thrift DLux Cleaners, Al Phillips Cleaners ranks among the largest dry cleaners in the United States and operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Timeless Cleaners, Inc.

For Media Inquiries

Leticia Sanchez
p: (702) 798-7333
e: 407155@email4pr.com
drycleaner.vegas

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New Premium Collection and National Brand Campaign Kicking Off a Year-Long Partnership with Baker Mayfield Signal a Major Brand Evolution

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Every Man Jack unveils a transformative new chapter, reimagining its brand promise. Building on its 18-year heritage as the original challenger in natural men’s personal care, the brand introduces a full-funnel, national campaign with NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield and a new Premium Collection. Together, these initiatives signal a major evolution in the brand’s commitment to modern masculinity, grit, and achievement while reinforcing its purpose: to celebrate, reward, and support men who embody hard work, telling their stories and providing the products they need to reset and show up at their best.

Reimagined Brand Positioning 
Every Man Jack’s new brand positioning evolves its heritage of the outdoors into a broader celebration of men’s everyday determination, and earned confidence, recognizing the effort they put in every day. Guided by extensive consumer research, this direction reflects a growing demand for authentic, clean, performance-driven grooming that supports real men in their real routines. With innovation, design, and storytelling now unified under this refreshed vision, the brand is poised for its next phase of growth under the leadership of its new VP of Marketing, Kim Dao.

“Our new identity celebrates the real work men put in whether you are a weekend warrior dad or an athlete on the biggest stage,” said Dao. “Adventure today is a mindset and an attitude, it’s about the effort, and the reward that follows. This rebrand brings that energy into both our products and storytelling, marking an evolution that positions Every Man Jack to lead the category in a way that’s modern, inclusive, and authentically masculine.”

National Brand Campaign & Athlete Partnership
At the center of the brand’s reintroduction is a full-funnel national campaign that celebrates Every Man Jack’s achievement mindset across performance and wellness. Headlining the “For Men Who Put in the Work” national spot is NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield. As an under-recruited high school athlete who walked on not once but twice before earning the Heisman Trophy and later fighting to re-establish himself as a starting NFL quarterback, Mayfield’s journey is built on tenacity and resilience.

Grounded in new segmentation work, the brand’s core consumer is highly engaged in fitness, averaging 8.6 hours per week across running, gym training, and sports, which naturally drives frequent sweating and post-workout showers. With most of his media time spent in sports, the partnership with Baker Mayfield allows Every Man Jack to show up exactly where he’s already engaged.

The campaign follows Mayfield through a high-intensity training sequence that underscores the universal truth behind the new platform: showing up, putting in the work, and striving to be better every day. Directed and shot by Anthony Mandler, the spot features a best-selling lineup of clean, effective, sustainable formulas designed for active lifestyles. The campaign debuts January 8 and will run across digital, streaming, and broadcast media, marking the start of a yearlong partnership spanning purpose-driven storytelling, sports-focused programming, content integrations, community events, and ongoing brand initiatives. View the spot HERE.

“I’ve used Every Man Jack for a long time because it fits my routine on and off the field,” said Mayfield. “I put my body through a lot, so I need products that work, with ingredients that are clean enough to use around my daughter, from a brand that supports the community. That’s why I’m excited to partner in a bigger way.”

To celebrate the men who put in the work every day, Every Man Jack is introducing The Sweat Equity Project, a storytelling and community grant platform that honors those who earn their growth the hard way. Whether it’s a comeback, reinvention, or personal battle, sweat is the universal currency. Through the platform, the brand will spotlight a range of voices—from elite performers to everyday achievers—beginning with Mayfield and expanding to additional ambassadors and community members whose journeys reflect the perseverance at the heart of the brand.

The accompanying Sweat Equity Grant invites men from Baker’s very own alma mater, University of Oklahoma, to share the work they’re putting in toward their next chapter. Selected students or alumni will receive a $10,000 grant to fuel their comeback, project, passion, or personal transformation, along with a year’s supply of Every Man Jack products.

Advancing Innovation
As a Certified B Corp committed to reducing waste and elevating performance, Every Man Jack is doubling down on innovation across both product and packaging.

Beginning February 2026, the brand will roll out its new Premium Collection—a significant evolution that raises the bar on performance, ingredient quality, scent sophistication, and design, while maintaining accessibility with all products priced under $10 at mass retailers. Developed as a direct response to rising consumer demand for cleaner, better-performing grooming solutions, the collection features naturally derived, benefit-led formulas across 48-Hour Odor Defense Deodorant, Exfoliating Body Wash, and Shampoo & Conditioner Separates.

“As we build on the success and heritage of Every Man Jack, our evolved brand positioning, innovation pipeline, and partnership with Mayfield mark a pivotal moment as we enter a new era where we celebrate men who put in the work and create products engineered to match their performance,” said Gerry Chesser, CEO of Every Man Jack.

About Every Man Jack
Every Man Jack is a leading men’s personal care brand dedicated to clean, effective products that reward the effort men put in every day. Born at the base of Mt. Tamalpais in Marin County, CA, the brand is rooted in an active, outdoor-minded lifestyle and now champions a broader adventure-forward ethos that celebrates grit, resilience, and confidence earned through action. For over 18 years, Every Man Jack has delivered high-performance formulas made with naturally derived ingredients and sustainably minded choices. As a certified B Corp, the brand uses bottles made with 50% post-consumer recycled plastic and formulates without parabens, phthalates, dyes, GMOs, or animal testing. Every Man Jack is available at retailers including Target, Walmart, Amazon, and at everymanjack.com. Follow @EveryManJack on Instagram and TikTok or visit www.everymanjack.com to learn more.

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New Premium Collection and National Brand Campaign Kicking Off a Year-Long Partnership with Baker Mayfield Signal a Major Brand Evolution

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Every Man Jack unveils a transformative new chapter, reimagining its brand promise. Building on its 18-year heritage as the original challenger in natural men’s personal care, the brand introduces a full-funnel, national campaign with NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield and a new Premium Collection. Together, these initiatives signal a major evolution in the brand’s commitment to modern masculinity, grit, and achievement while reinforcing its purpose: to celebrate, reward, and support men who embody hard work, telling their stories and providing the products they need to reset and show up at their best.

Reimagined Brand Positioning 
Every Man Jack’s new brand positioning evolves its heritage of the outdoors into a broader celebration of men’s everyday determination, and earned confidence, recognizing the effort they put in every day. Guided by extensive consumer research, this direction reflects a growing demand for authentic, clean, performance-driven grooming that supports real men in their real routines. With innovation, design, and storytelling now unified under this refreshed vision, the brand is poised for its next phase of growth under the leadership of its new VP of Marketing, Kim Dao.

“Our new identity celebrates the real work men put in whether you are a weekend warrior dad or an athlete on the biggest stage,” said Dao. “Adventure today is a mindset and an attitude, it’s about the effort, and the reward that follows. This rebrand brings that energy into both our products and storytelling, marking an evolution that positions Every Man Jack to lead the category in a way that’s modern, inclusive, and authentically masculine.”

National Brand Campaign & Athlete Partnership
At the center of the brand’s reintroduction is a full-funnel national campaign that celebrates Every Man Jack’s achievement mindset across performance and wellness. Headlining the “For Men Who Put in the Work” national spot is NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield. As an under-recruited high school athlete who walked on not once but twice before earning the Heisman Trophy and later fighting to re-establish himself as a starting NFL quarterback, Mayfield’s journey is built on tenacity and resilience.

Grounded in new segmentation work, the brand’s core consumer is highly engaged in fitness, averaging 8.6 hours per week across running, gym training, and sports, which naturally drives frequent sweating and post-workout showers. With most of his media time spent in sports, the partnership with Baker Mayfield allows Every Man Jack to show up exactly where he’s already engaged.

The campaign follows Mayfield through a high-intensity training sequence that underscores the universal truth behind the new platform: showing up, putting in the work, and striving to be better every day. Directed and shot by Anthony Mandler, the spot features a best-selling lineup of clean, effective, sustainable formulas designed for active lifestyles. The campaign debuts January 8 and will run across digital, streaming, and broadcast media, marking the start of a yearlong partnership spanning purpose-driven storytelling, sports-focused programming, content integrations, community events, and ongoing brand initiatives. View the spot HERE.

“I’ve used Every Man Jack for a long time because it fits my routine on and off the field,” said Mayfield. “I put my body through a lot, so I need products that work, with ingredients that are clean enough to use around my daughter, from a brand that supports the community. That’s why I’m excited to partner in a bigger way.”

To celebrate the men who put in the work every day, Every Man Jack is introducing The Sweat Equity Project, a storytelling and community grant platform that honors those who earn their growth the hard way. Whether it’s a comeback, reinvention, or personal battle, sweat is the universal currency. Through the platform, the brand will spotlight a range of voices—from elite performers to everyday achievers—beginning with Mayfield and expanding to additional ambassadors and community members whose journeys reflect the perseverance at the heart of the brand.

The accompanying Sweat Equity Grant invites men from Baker’s very own alma mater, University of Oklahoma, to share the work they’re putting in toward their next chapter. Selected students or alumni will receive a $10,000 grant to fuel their comeback, project, passion, or personal transformation, along with a year’s supply of Every Man Jack products.

Advancing Innovation
As a Certified B Corp committed to reducing waste and elevating performance, Every Man Jack is doubling down on innovation across both product and packaging.

Beginning February 2026, the brand will roll out its new Premium Collection—a significant evolution that raises the bar on performance, ingredient quality, scent sophistication, and design, while maintaining accessibility with all products priced under $10 at mass retailers. Developed as a direct response to rising consumer demand for cleaner, better-performing grooming solutions, the collection features naturally derived, benefit-led formulas across 48-Hour Odor Defense Deodorant, Exfoliating Body Wash, and Shampoo & Conditioner Separates.

“As we build on the success and heritage of Every Man Jack, our evolved brand positioning, innovation pipeline, and partnership with Mayfield mark a pivotal moment as we enter a new era where we celebrate men who put in the work and create products engineered to match their performance,” said Gerry Chesser, CEO of Every Man Jack.

About Every Man Jack
Every Man Jack is a leading men’s personal care brand dedicated to clean, effective products that reward the effort men put in every day. Born at the base of Mt. Tamalpais in Marin County, CA, the brand is rooted in an active, outdoor-minded lifestyle and now champions a broader adventure-forward ethos that celebrates grit, resilience, and confidence earned through action. For over 18 years, Every Man Jack has delivered high-performance formulas made with naturally derived ingredients and sustainably minded choices. As a certified B Corp, the brand uses bottles made with 50% post-consumer recycled plastic and formulates without parabens, phthalates, dyes, GMOs, or animal testing. Every Man Jack is available at retailers including Target, Walmart, Amazon, and at everymanjack.com. Follow @EveryManJack on Instagram and TikTok or visit www.everymanjack.com to learn more.

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HEFEI, China, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On January 8, Sunwoda, as a global partner of Sungrow, attended the 2026 Sungrow Global Partners Conference in Hefei, Anhui Province, to discuss international expansion and sustainable development. Wang Wei, Chairman of Sunwoda, delivered a keynote speech titled “Globalization Strategy and Sustainable Development,” sharing the company’s vision and practical approach amid the accelerating global energy transition.

Sunwoda received the “ESG Best Practice Award” and the “Global Strategic Partner Award,” recognizing its achievements in global expansion, technological innovation, and ESG practices.

Taking a Global Perspective on the Energy Transformation

Wang noted that the global energy system is undergoing a profound transformation, with renewable energy evolving from a supplementary role into a foundational energy source. Industry competition is increasingly defined by system-level capabilities, global delivery capacity, and sustainable governance.

With nearly three decades of innovation-driven development, Sunwoda has established leading positions across 3C batteries, power batteries, and energy storage batteries. The company is expanding beyond traditional manufacturing toward more systematic and platform-based capabilities to support the global energy ecosystem.

Strengthening Global Footprint and Energy Infrastructure Capabilities

Sunwoda continues to advance the internationalization of its R&D, manufacturing, and market operations, with research centers, production facilities, and localized service networks across China, Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

In the energy storage sector, Sunwoda and Sungrow maintain a deep and evolving global partnership spanning technology roadmaps, product platforms, manufacturing collaboration, and global delivery, enhancing the adaptability and reliability of energy storage solutions worldwide.

684Ah Stacked Battery Cell as a Cornerstone for System-Level Collaboration

The 684Ah stacked battery cell has become a key focus of joint development between Sunwoda and Sungrow, driving close collaboration across product definition, system integration, and engineering validation.

The recent delivery of the one-millionth 684Ah cell validates large-scale manufacturing and stable supply, laying the foundation for higher-capacity products and future storage solutions.

Committing to Long-Term Sustainable Development

Guided by its “LEAP” sustainability strategy, Sunwoda integrates sustainability across the full lifecycle of its operations, from design and manufacturing to supply chain management and recycling.

The company continues to advance initiatives including its digital Battery Passport, battery recycling, and material reuse, while remaining committed to achieving carbon peak by 2029 and carbon neutrality by 2050.

Looking ahead, Sunwoda will continue to work closely with global partners, including Sungrow, to help build the technological foundation and industrial ecosystem for next-generation energy systems.

About Sunwoda

Founded in 1997, Sunwoda Electronic Co., Ltd. went public on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (stock code: 300207) in 2011 and successfully listed GDR on the Swiss Stock Exchange in 2022. Through nearly three decades of dedication and innovation, Sunwoda has solidified its leadership in lithium-ion battery technology with industry-leading solutions and achieved remarkable business success — emerging as a hidden champion in the 3C battery sector, securing positions among the global top 10 in power battery installations, energy storage cell shipments, energy storage system shipments and ranked Bloomberg Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturer.

Contact:
Zeng Edward
zengqinghua@sunwoda.com 

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The January 2026 edition of BizClik’s Sustainability portfolio is now live, featuring fresh insights from Sustainability Magazine. This month’s issues spotlight global leaders, breakthrough technologies, and critical sustainability strategies.

LONDON, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, a global B2B media and events company, has released the latest magazine editions of its Sustainability portfolio, featuring:

• Sustainability Magazine

The new issues spotlight global leaders, breakthrough technologies, and strategies shaping the future of decarbonisation, the circular economy, and ESG reporting. Each digital magazine delivers exclusive interviews, company features, editorial insights, and BizClik’s signature Top 10 rankings — profiling the executives, organisations, and innovations transforming global industries.

Sustainability Magazine – November 2025

Cover Feature:

• Novartis: Unleashing Social Impact (p. 18)

Company Features:

• Inside BW LPG‘s Bold Procurement Transformation (p. 50)
• Savills and the Value of Property Consulting for Data Centres (p. 76)

Top 10:

• Net Zero Brands (p. 32)

Editorial Highlights: 

• Lives & Money: The Health Cost of Climate Change (p. 64)
• This is Where Amazon Puts Sustainability Ideas to the Test (p. 92)
• Will Nissan‘s Roof-Mounted Solar Panels for EVs Catch on? (p. 104)

Read the issue here.

Leadership Quotes

“Our strategy is fully anchored in our mission: to reach more patients,” says Korab Zuka, Global Head of Social Impact and CSO at Novartis

“Procurement managers know how to position themselves towards suppliers, but internally it’s a completely different story,” says Ricardo Ackermann, Head of Procurement at BW LPG

“I see data centres as a force for good within the world, and I remain very optimistic,” says Marc Edmondson, Data Centre Director at Savills

Why It Matters

Each edition offers thought leadership, market insights, and storytelling for senior executives across sustainability and energy. The magazines connect enterprise leaders worldwide, showcasing best practices, innovation, and strategies shaping the future.

About the Sustainability Portfolio

The Sustainability portfolio includes Sustainability Magazine and Energy Digital. The portfolio covers sustainable finance, decarbonisation, net zero, green energy, climate tech, and ESG reporting. Together, these titles reach a global audience of sustainability decision-makers and innovators driving digital transformation across industries.

Looking Ahead: 2026 Events

BizClik is preparing for its annual global summits dedicated to driving sustainability. First up for 2026 is Sustainability LIVE: The Net Zero Summit – a two-day conference and expo for senior executives shaping the future of decarbonisation.

Bringing together over 2,000 in-person and virtual attendees, the event will spotlight the critical intersection between sustainability and supply chains, bringing together procurement, supply chain, and sustainability professionals to accelerate collective impact.

Secure your tickets.

About BizClik

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LISHUI, China, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CN Energy Group. Inc. (NASDAQ: CNEY) (“CNEY” or the “Company”), a Nasdaq-listed company, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Pathenbot Group Inc. (“Pathenbot”), has received the “Best Investment-Ready Innovation Award” from LeaderXport and BossHub, presented during the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (“CES”) in Las Vegas.

This recognition highlights Pathenbot’s technological development efforts and its potential applications in the fields of intelligent robotics and artificial intelligence.

The LeaderXport × BossHub Innovation Awards, presented during CES, were co-initiated by LeaderXport and BossHub to recognize innovative enterprises and projects that demonstrate technological product innovation and potential for international market development. According to the award organizers, the awards are judged based on the core philosophy of “Going Global, Being Understood by the World.” The evaluation covers multiple dimensions, including product innovation, potential for international implementation, and market adaptability. Since its inception, the LeaderXport × BossHub Innovation Awards have attracted participation from numerous innovative enterprises worldwide.

As a key technology business segment of CNEY, Pathenbot has focused on intelligent robotics platforms, smart automation solutions, and localized after-sales services in the United States since its launch. Driven by continuous innovation, Pathenbot is continuing to expand its presence in the intelligent service, manufacturing automation, and consumer robotics markets. According to the award organizers, Pathenbot based on its intelligent robotics platform and scalable after-sales service modules, ultimately securing the “Best Investment-Ready Innovation Award.”

The Company believes that this recognition may enhance Pathenbot’s international brand awareness and may create new opportunities for its expansion into the global markets.

Mr. Liu, CEO of CNEY, stated, “Pathenbot’s receipt of this award reflects recognition of our investment in R&D within the robotics sector and our global strategic vision. This achievement reflects Pathenbot’s growing presence in the global innovation ecosystem and demonstrates CNEY’s commitment to advancing the industrialization and globalization of intelligent technology.”

About CN Energy Group. Inc.

CN Energy Group. Inc. is currently listed on NASDAQ under the symbol “CNEY.” With patented proprietary bioengineering and physiochemical technologies, CNEY has pioneered and specialized in producing high-quality recyclable activated carbon and renewable energy from abandoned forest and agricultural residues, converting harmful wastes into invaluable wealth and delivering significant financial, economic, environmental and ecologic benefits. CNEY’s products and services have been widely used by food and beverage producers, industrial and pharmaceutical manufacturers, as well as environmental protection enterprises. CNEY also develops and provides customizable robotics products, automation tools, and related software solutions for small and medium-sized industrial, logistics, and service businesses in North America. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.cneny.com.

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