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Families enrolled in Women, Infants and Children nutrition program can now purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls and select pouches at certain retailers statewide

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BERKELEY, Calif., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Once Upon a Farm™, the mission-driven brand known for bringing organic, farm-fresh nutritious snacks and meals to families, is continuing its WIC™ expansion adding California to its growing list of state approvals. With this approval, Once Upon a Farm’s Baby Food Bowls are now WIC-authorized in 20 states nationwide making it easier than ever for parents enrolled to access fresh, organic baby food for their little ones.

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC™) and provides federal grants to States for supplemental foods, health care referrals and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

A First-of-Its Kind Achievement

Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls hold a distinction as the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to be eligible under the WIC program. The commitment to raising the standard for childhood nutrition and proving that fresh, nutritious, baby food isn’t just possible but accessible is in Once Upon a Farm’s DNA.

Making Childhood Nutrition Healthier, Happier and More Equitable

Once Upon a Farm’s participation in the WIC program reflects the company’s mission to shape the future of food. A passion project from the beginning, Jennifer Garner, Co-Founder at Once Upon a Farm, reflects on this milestone. “We believe that every child deserves the best possible nutrition in their most critical early years. WIC authorization in California brings us one important step closer to that vision.”

A True Parent’s Ally

At its heart, Once Upon a Farm is built not only for children but to support parents, caregivers and families in making it easier to choose fresh, nutritious options they can feel good about. By earning WIC authorization across 20 states, Once Upon a Farm is removing barriers that have historically made it difficult to find baby food that is refrigerated, organic, non-GMO, with no added sweeteners and free from artificial flavors and colors. Those enrolled in WIC will no longer have to choose between convenience and quality, they can have both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is WIC and who qualifies?

• WIC (Women, Infants and Children) is a federally funded nutrition assistance program that provides food benefits to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to five years old who meet income eligibility requirements. Families can use WIC benefits to purchase approved food items at participating retailers.

Q: What Once Upon a Farm products are WIC-authorized?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are currently WIC-authorized in 20 states including California. WIC participants in eligible states can use their benefits to purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls at participating retailers. 

Q: What states are Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls WIC-authorized in?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are WIC-authorized in 20 states across the United States. States included are California, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wyoming.

Q: Is Once Upon a Farm the first organic, refrigerated baby food approved under WIC?

• Yes. Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to receive WIC authorization making them a first-of-its-kind option for families enrolled in the program. 

Q: Where can I buy Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls with WIC benefits in California?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are available at select retailers across California. 

About Once Upon a Farm
Once Upon a Farm, PBC (NYSE: OFRM) is redefining the organic kids’ food category and shaping the future of food. Guided by its mission to drive systemic improvement in childhood nutrition for a happier, healthier, more equitable world, the Company offers a portfolio of crave-worthy snacks and meals designed for children from babies through big kids. Every Once Upon a Farm product is organic, non-GMO, contains no added sugar and is free from artificial flavors and colors – just simple, real, nutritious food kids ask for and parents trust. For more information visit www.onceuponafarmorganics.com, follow @onceuponafarm on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Media Contact
press@uponafarm.com

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Families enrolled in Women, Infants and Children nutrition program can now purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls and select pouches at certain retailers statewide

Download High-Res Product Image Here.

BERKELEY, Calif., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Once Upon a Farm™, the mission-driven brand known for bringing organic, farm-fresh nutritious snacks and meals to families, is continuing its WIC™ expansion adding California to its growing list of state approvals. With this approval, Once Upon a Farm’s Baby Food Bowls are now WIC-authorized in 20 states nationwide making it easier than ever for parents enrolled to access fresh, organic baby food for their little ones.

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC™) and provides federal grants to States for supplemental foods, health care referrals and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

A First-of-Its Kind Achievement

Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls hold a distinction as the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to be eligible under the WIC program. The commitment to raising the standard for childhood nutrition and proving that fresh, nutritious, baby food isn’t just possible but accessible is in Once Upon a Farm’s DNA.

Making Childhood Nutrition Healthier, Happier and More Equitable

Once Upon a Farm’s participation in the WIC program reflects the company’s mission to shape the future of food. A passion project from the beginning, Jennifer Garner, Co-Founder at Once Upon a Farm, reflects on this milestone. “We believe that every child deserves the best possible nutrition in their most critical early years. WIC authorization in California brings us one important step closer to that vision.”

A True Parent’s Ally

At its heart, Once Upon a Farm is built not only for children but to support parents, caregivers and families in making it easier to choose fresh, nutritious options they can feel good about. By earning WIC authorization across 20 states, Once Upon a Farm is removing barriers that have historically made it difficult to find baby food that is refrigerated, organic, non-GMO, with no added sweeteners and free from artificial flavors and colors. Those enrolled in WIC will no longer have to choose between convenience and quality, they can have both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is WIC and who qualifies?

• WIC (Women, Infants and Children) is a federally funded nutrition assistance program that provides food benefits to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to five years old who meet income eligibility requirements. Families can use WIC benefits to purchase approved food items at participating retailers.

Q: What Once Upon a Farm products are WIC-authorized?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are currently WIC-authorized in 20 states including California. WIC participants in eligible states can use their benefits to purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls at participating retailers. 

Q: What states are Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls WIC-authorized in?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are WIC-authorized in 20 states across the United States. States included are California, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wyoming.

Q: Is Once Upon a Farm the first organic, refrigerated baby food approved under WIC?

• Yes. Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to receive WIC authorization making them a first-of-its-kind option for families enrolled in the program. 

Q: Where can I buy Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls with WIC benefits in California?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are available at select retailers across California. 

About Once Upon a Farm
Once Upon a Farm, PBC (NYSE: OFRM) is redefining the organic kids’ food category and shaping the future of food. Guided by its mission to drive systemic improvement in childhood nutrition for a happier, healthier, more equitable world, the Company offers a portfolio of crave-worthy snacks and meals designed for children from babies through big kids. Every Once Upon a Farm product is organic, non-GMO, contains no added sugar and is free from artificial flavors and colors – just simple, real, nutritious food kids ask for and parents trust. For more information visit www.onceuponafarmorganics.com, follow @onceuponafarm on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Media Contact
press@uponafarm.com

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SOURCE Once Upon a Farm, PBC

Families enrolled in Women, Infants and Children nutrition program can now purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls and select pouches at certain retailers statewide

Download High-Res Product Image Here.

BERKELEY, Calif., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Once Upon a Farm™, the mission-driven brand known for bringing organic, farm-fresh nutritious snacks and meals to families, is continuing its WIC™ expansion adding California to its growing list of state approvals. With this approval, Once Upon a Farm’s Baby Food Bowls are now WIC-authorized in 20 states nationwide making it easier than ever for parents enrolled to access fresh, organic baby food for their little ones.

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC™) and provides federal grants to States for supplemental foods, health care referrals and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

A First-of-Its Kind Achievement

Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls hold a distinction as the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to be eligible under the WIC program. The commitment to raising the standard for childhood nutrition and proving that fresh, nutritious, baby food isn’t just possible but accessible is in Once Upon a Farm’s DNA.

Making Childhood Nutrition Healthier, Happier and More Equitable

Once Upon a Farm’s participation in the WIC program reflects the company’s mission to shape the future of food. A passion project from the beginning, Jennifer Garner, Co-Founder at Once Upon a Farm, reflects on this milestone. “We believe that every child deserves the best possible nutrition in their most critical early years. WIC authorization in California brings us one important step closer to that vision.”

A True Parent’s Ally

At its heart, Once Upon a Farm is built not only for children but to support parents, caregivers and families in making it easier to choose fresh, nutritious options they can feel good about. By earning WIC authorization across 20 states, Once Upon a Farm is removing barriers that have historically made it difficult to find baby food that is refrigerated, organic, non-GMO, with no added sweeteners and free from artificial flavors and colors. Those enrolled in WIC will no longer have to choose between convenience and quality, they can have both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is WIC and who qualifies?

• WIC (Women, Infants and Children) is a federally funded nutrition assistance program that provides food benefits to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to five years old who meet income eligibility requirements. Families can use WIC benefits to purchase approved food items at participating retailers.

Q: What Once Upon a Farm products are WIC-authorized?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are currently WIC-authorized in 20 states including California. WIC participants in eligible states can use their benefits to purchase Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls at participating retailers. 

Q: What states are Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls WIC-authorized in?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are WIC-authorized in 20 states across the United States. States included are California, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wyoming.

Q: Is Once Upon a Farm the first organic, refrigerated baby food approved under WIC?

• Yes. Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are the first and only line of organic, refrigerated baby food to receive WIC authorization making them a first-of-its-kind option for families enrolled in the program. 

Q: Where can I buy Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls with WIC benefits in California?

• Once Upon a Farm Baby Food Bowls are available at select retailers across California. 

About Once Upon a Farm
Once Upon a Farm, PBC (NYSE: OFRM) is redefining the organic kids’ food category and shaping the future of food. Guided by its mission to drive systemic improvement in childhood nutrition for a happier, healthier, more equitable world, the Company offers a portfolio of crave-worthy snacks and meals designed for children from babies through big kids. Every Once Upon a Farm product is organic, non-GMO, contains no added sugar and is free from artificial flavors and colors – just simple, real, nutritious food kids ask for and parents trust. For more information visit www.onceuponafarmorganics.com, follow @onceuponafarm on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Media Contact
press@uponafarm.com

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SOURCE Once Upon a Farm, PBC

OMAHA, Neb., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Omaha-based healthcare company Fusion has selected recipients of the Compassion in Care Scholarship program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ther scholarship aims to assist students pursuing a nursing or therapy career. This year’s recipients will be awarded $2,500 and will have mentorship opportunities during their time in school.

The 2025-2026 recipients include Amelia Mazour, a University of Nebraska – Kearney student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Heidi Smee, a University of Puget Sound student pursuing a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
“I am honored and excited to receive this scholarship,” said Mazour. “It means a lot to me knowing that Fusion Medical Staffing wants to invest in my education. I am truly grateful and so motivated to achieve my goals in the healthcare industry.”

“I am sincerely grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Compassion in Care Scholarship,” said Smee. “This investment in my education not only supports my academic journey but also contributes to the future impact I hope to make in my community and the field of occupational therapy.”

This scholarship exists to support students while they start their journey into a selfless career of caring for patients. Fusion wants to be part of the solution as the nation experiences a significant clinician shortage. This scholarship not only supports future nurses financially as they earn their degree, but the team is taking that extra step to provide mentorship from clinicians who have been in their shoes.

Learn more about Compassion in Care – A Fusion Scholarship at workwithfusion.com/impact. Applications for next year will open in November. 

About Fusion: 

Fusion is an Omaha-based healthcare company that exists to create meaningful connections between healthcare travelers and facilities that lead to better patient care and better outcomes for all. The company consists of two business units: Fusion Medical Staffing and Fusion Workforce Solutions, which simplify processes for healthcare travelers and facilities at every turn. Fusion employees strive to stay humble, driven, and positive.

Media Contact:
Leah Kemple-Bowen
402-575-5625
412251@email4pr.com 

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SOURCE Fusion

OMAHA, Neb., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Omaha-based healthcare company Fusion has selected recipients of the Compassion in Care Scholarship program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ther scholarship aims to assist students pursuing a nursing or therapy career. This year’s recipients will be awarded $2,500 and will have mentorship opportunities during their time in school.

The 2025-2026 recipients include Amelia Mazour, a University of Nebraska – Kearney student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Heidi Smee, a University of Puget Sound student pursuing a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
“I am honored and excited to receive this scholarship,” said Mazour. “It means a lot to me knowing that Fusion Medical Staffing wants to invest in my education. I am truly grateful and so motivated to achieve my goals in the healthcare industry.”

“I am sincerely grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Compassion in Care Scholarship,” said Smee. “This investment in my education not only supports my academic journey but also contributes to the future impact I hope to make in my community and the field of occupational therapy.”

This scholarship exists to support students while they start their journey into a selfless career of caring for patients. Fusion wants to be part of the solution as the nation experiences a significant clinician shortage. This scholarship not only supports future nurses financially as they earn their degree, but the team is taking that extra step to provide mentorship from clinicians who have been in their shoes.

Learn more about Compassion in Care – A Fusion Scholarship at workwithfusion.com/impact. Applications for next year will open in November. 

About Fusion: 

Fusion is an Omaha-based healthcare company that exists to create meaningful connections between healthcare travelers and facilities that lead to better patient care and better outcomes for all. The company consists of two business units: Fusion Medical Staffing and Fusion Workforce Solutions, which simplify processes for healthcare travelers and facilities at every turn. Fusion employees strive to stay humble, driven, and positive.

Media Contact:
Leah Kemple-Bowen
402-575-5625
412251@email4pr.com 

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SOURCE Fusion

OMAHA, Neb., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Omaha-based healthcare company Fusion has selected recipients of the Compassion in Care Scholarship program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ther scholarship aims to assist students pursuing a nursing or therapy career. This year’s recipients will be awarded $2,500 and will have mentorship opportunities during their time in school.

The 2025-2026 recipients include Amelia Mazour, a University of Nebraska – Kearney student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Heidi Smee, a University of Puget Sound student pursuing a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
“I am honored and excited to receive this scholarship,” said Mazour. “It means a lot to me knowing that Fusion Medical Staffing wants to invest in my education. I am truly grateful and so motivated to achieve my goals in the healthcare industry.”

“I am sincerely grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Compassion in Care Scholarship,” said Smee. “This investment in my education not only supports my academic journey but also contributes to the future impact I hope to make in my community and the field of occupational therapy.”

This scholarship exists to support students while they start their journey into a selfless career of caring for patients. Fusion wants to be part of the solution as the nation experiences a significant clinician shortage. This scholarship not only supports future nurses financially as they earn their degree, but the team is taking that extra step to provide mentorship from clinicians who have been in their shoes.

Learn more about Compassion in Care – A Fusion Scholarship at workwithfusion.com/impact. Applications for next year will open in November. 

About Fusion: 

Fusion is an Omaha-based healthcare company that exists to create meaningful connections between healthcare travelers and facilities that lead to better patient care and better outcomes for all. The company consists of two business units: Fusion Medical Staffing and Fusion Workforce Solutions, which simplify processes for healthcare travelers and facilities at every turn. Fusion employees strive to stay humble, driven, and positive.

Media Contact:
Leah Kemple-Bowen
402-575-5625
412251@email4pr.com 

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SOURCE Fusion

OMAHA, Neb., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Omaha-based healthcare company Fusion has selected recipients of the Compassion in Care Scholarship program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ther scholarship aims to assist students pursuing a nursing or therapy career. This year’s recipients will be awarded $2,500 and will have mentorship opportunities during their time in school.

The 2025-2026 recipients include Amelia Mazour, a University of Nebraska – Kearney student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Heidi Smee, a University of Puget Sound student pursuing a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
“I am honored and excited to receive this scholarship,” said Mazour. “It means a lot to me knowing that Fusion Medical Staffing wants to invest in my education. I am truly grateful and so motivated to achieve my goals in the healthcare industry.”

“I am sincerely grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Compassion in Care Scholarship,” said Smee. “This investment in my education not only supports my academic journey but also contributes to the future impact I hope to make in my community and the field of occupational therapy.”

This scholarship exists to support students while they start their journey into a selfless career of caring for patients. Fusion wants to be part of the solution as the nation experiences a significant clinician shortage. This scholarship not only supports future nurses financially as they earn their degree, but the team is taking that extra step to provide mentorship from clinicians who have been in their shoes.

Learn more about Compassion in Care – A Fusion Scholarship at workwithfusion.com/impact. Applications for next year will open in November. 

About Fusion: 

Fusion is an Omaha-based healthcare company that exists to create meaningful connections between healthcare travelers and facilities that lead to better patient care and better outcomes for all. The company consists of two business units: Fusion Medical Staffing and Fusion Workforce Solutions, which simplify processes for healthcare travelers and facilities at every turn. Fusion employees strive to stay humble, driven, and positive.

Media Contact:
Leah Kemple-Bowen
402-575-5625
412251@email4pr.com 

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SOURCE Fusion

KITCHENER, ON, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Canadian Solar Inc. (the “Company” or “Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ) today announced that the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (“PTAB”) of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) has issued Final Written Decisions invalidating all claims of two TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) solar cell patents. These patents were previously asserted by Trina Solar Co., Ltd. (“Trina”) against certain subsidiaries of Canadian Solar.

This ruling reinforces Canadian Solar’s long-standing, successful track record of managing international disputes. As a global leader in solar and energy storage technology innovation, the Company has always prioritized organic R&D and has established a comprehensive and effective system to manage, commercialize, and defend its global IP rights which cover all key aspects of the industry value chain.

Colin Parkin, President of Canadian Solar and President of e-STORAGE, commented, “Canadian Solar has always remained committed to organic and independent R&D. We possess a deep and comprehensive understanding of our proprietary technologies. While we respect and value the intellectual property rights of all companies as we do our own, we firmly oppose the abusive use of IP to extort or hinder competition. We will continue to vigorously defend our legitimate business interests.”

About Canadian Solar Inc.
Canadian Solar is one of the world’s largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, the Company is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules; provider of solar energy and battery energy storage solutions; and developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale solar power and battery energy storage projects. Over the past 25 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 174 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar has shipped over 18 GWh of battery energy storage solutions to global markets as of December 31, 2025, boasting a $3.6 billion contracted backlog as of March 13, 2026. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 12 GWp of solar power projects and 6.2 GWh of battery energy storage projects globally. Its geographically diversified project development pipeline includes 24 GWp of solar and 83 GWh of battery energy storage capacity in various stages of development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the Company, follow Canadian Solar on LinkedIn or visit www.canadiansolar.com.

Safe Harbor/Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release, including those regarding the Company’s expected future shipment volumes, revenues, gross margins, and project sales are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These statements are made under the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by such terms as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “future”, “ongoing”, “continue”, “intend”, “plan”, “potential”, “prospect”, “guidance”, “believe”, “estimate”, “is/are likely to” or similar expressions, the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements include, among other things, our expectations regarding global electricity demand and the adoption of solar and battery energy storage technologies; our growth strategies, future business performance, and financial condition; our transition to a long-term owner and operator of clean energy assets and expansion of project pipelines; our ability to monetize project portfolios, manage supply chain fluctuations, and respond to economic factors such as inflation and interest rates; our outlook on government incentives, trade measures, regulatory developments, and geopolitical risks; our expectations for project timelines, costs, and returns; competitive dynamics in solar and storage markets; our ability to execute supply chain, manufacturing, and operational initiatives; access to capital, debt obligations, and covenant compliance; relationships with key suppliers and customers; technological advancement and product quality; and risks related to intellectual property, litigation, and compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations. Other risks were described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F filed on April 10, 2026. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, or achievements. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of today’s date, unless otherwise stated, and Canadian Solar undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Canadian Solar Inc. Investor Relations Contact

Wina Huang
Investor Relations
Canadian Solar Inc.
investor@canadiansolar.com

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SOURCE Canadian Solar Inc.

SHANGHAI, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 17, 2026, ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and HKEX: 2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China, published its 2025 Sustainability Report. This marks the ninth consecutive year the Company has released a dedicated sustainability report, signifying a strategic upgrade from “compliance disclosure” to “value creation” and presenting ZTO’s sustainability achievements and long-term strategy from a systematic, international, and strategic perspective.

The report is structured around five key pillars: “Practicing Green Development, Building Low-Carbon Logistic; Driving Innovation Engines, Elevating Customer Service; Deepening Talent Development, Safeguarding Workplace Well-being; Synergizing Stakeholder Value, Creating a Responsible Ecosystem; Consolidating Governance Foundations, Strengthening Compliance Defenses.” Together, these sections comprehensively demonstrate how ZTO works hand-in-hand with employees, customers, partners, communities, and other stakeholders to fulfill its corporate mission of “Bringing happiness to more people through our services.”

In the report, the Company’s chairman Meisong Lai stated: “The year 2025 marked the conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan, a milestone during which China’s postal and express delivery sector continued to script new chapters of high-quality development. Reflecting on the past year, ZTO remained firmly committed to a long-term vision. We further integrated Party building with business development and aligned the Company’s growth with national strategies and public needs. Guided by the ‘shared-success’ philosophy and defined by hard work and dedication, we delivered performance characterized by scale, resilience and responsibility. We firmly believe that sustainable development is never an ‘optional extra’ for corporate development, but a ‘mandatory task’ for high-quality development. It is the core path for us to practice our corporate mission of ‘Bringing happiness to more people through our services’ and realize our commitment to ‘benefiting others and society.’

As we set out on a new journey in the 15th Five-Year Plan period, we will fully implement the ‘Two Focal Promotions and Three Capability Enhancements’ requirements of the State Post Bureau, remain focused on key priorities such as strengthening safety, enhancing service, driving real operational optimization, improving e­fficiency, promoting fairness, fostering cohesion, reinforcing execution and unlocking potential, and further strengthen our three growth curves. Staying true to our original aspiration of self-disciplined development, putting people first, and benefiting others and society, we will work hand in hand with partners from all sectors to move forward with greater steadiness, go further, and bring more warmth to the pursuit of a better life.”

Since continuously strengthening its ESG system, ZTO has seen steady improvements in corporate governance capabilities and international recognition, with multiple major international ESG ratings continuing to improve and its industry ranking moving steadily upward. Through solid operations and responsible practices, the Company has received a number of prestigious national and industry awards over the past year, further elevating its brand value and social influence.

In the area of green and low-carbon development, ZTO has continued to enhance its full-chain green logistics system, steadily advancing clean energy deployment and last-mile green delivery upgrades. Through large-scale rollout of photovoltaic projects, widespread adoption of unmanned delivery fleets, and promotion of low-carbon operation models, the Company has effectively reduced carbon emissions across the entire logistics chain. Many of these green initiatives have been selected as exemplary industry cases, supporting the low-carbon transformation of the logistics industry.

In terms of digital innovation and service enhancement, ZTO leverages technology to improve quality and efficiency across the entire chain, continuously strengthening last-mile fulfillment capabilities and differentiated service levels. By utilizing big data, artificial intelligence, and other technological advantages, the Company continuously optimizes network-wide operational efficiency. At the same time, ZTO further extends its rural logistics network and deepens the integration of express delivery with manufacturing, effectively serving the real economy and urban-rural livelihoods.

Regarding employee care and network partner support, ZTO always puts people first, improving protection mechanisms and caring assistance for frontline workers. The Company regularly carries out welfare activities to enhance the sense of belonging and well-being of its employees. Meanwhile, it implements a comprehensive network partner empowerment plan, reinforcing the resilience of last-mile operations through various measures and stabilizing the industrial and supply chain ecosystem.

In the realm of social welfare, ZTO actively fulfills its corporate social responsibility by continuously increasing its investment in public welfare. The Company focuses on areas such as educational support for underprivileged students, disability assistance, and charitable donations, with long-term implementation of multiple signature public welfare programs. Through lasting, practical actions, ZTO gives back to society and conveys the warmth of the Company.

On governance and compliance, ZTO continues to optimize its sustainability top-level design, improve its specialized governance structure, and refine its assessment and incentive mechanisms. The Company strictly strengthens internal controls, information security, and integrity compliance, building a comprehensive defense line against operational risks, and ensuring high-quality, long-term development through standardized and modern governance.

The above summarizes the core content of this report. For the complete strategic framework, detailed practices, and phased achievements of ZTO’s 2025 sustainability efforts, please refer to the full version of the Sustainability Report at:
https://zto.investorroom.com/ESG.

About ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK:2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”) is a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China. ZTO provides express delivery service as well as other value-added logistics services through its extensive and reliable nationwide network coverage in China.

ZTO operates a highly scalable network partner model, which the Company believes is best suited to support the significant growth of e-commerce in China. The Company leverages its network partners to provide pickup and last-mile delivery services, while controlling the mission-critical line-haul transportation and sorting network within the express delivery service value chain.

For more information, please visit http://zto.investorroom.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to,” and other similar expressions. ZTO may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “HKEX”), in its interim and annual reports to shareholders, in announcements, circulars or other publications made on the website of the HKEX, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about ZTO’s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: risks relating to the development of the e-commerce and express delivery industries in China; its significant reliance on certain third-party e-commerce platforms; risks associated with its network partners and their employees and personnel; intense competition which could adversely affect the Company’s results of operations and market share; any service disruption of the Company’s sorting hubs or the outlets operated by its network partners or its technology system; ZTO’s ability to build its brand and withstand negative publicity, or other favorable government policies. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in ZTO’s filings with the SEC and the HKEX. All information provided in this announcement is as of the date of this announcement, and ZTO does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor inquiries, please contact:
Investor Relations
Tel: (86) 21 5980 4508
Email: ir@zto.com 

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SOURCE ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

SHANGHAI, April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 17, 2026, ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and HKEX: 2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China, published its 2025 Sustainability Report. This marks the ninth consecutive year the Company has released a dedicated sustainability report, signifying a strategic upgrade from “compliance disclosure” to “value creation” and presenting ZTO’s sustainability achievements and long-term strategy from a systematic, international, and strategic perspective.

The report is structured around five key pillars: “Practicing Green Development, Building Low-Carbon Logistic; Driving Innovation Engines, Elevating Customer Service; Deepening Talent Development, Safeguarding Workplace Well-being; Synergizing Stakeholder Value, Creating a Responsible Ecosystem; Consolidating Governance Foundations, Strengthening Compliance Defenses.” Together, these sections comprehensively demonstrate how ZTO works hand-in-hand with employees, customers, partners, communities, and other stakeholders to fulfill its corporate mission of “Bringing happiness to more people through our services.”

In the report, the Company’s chairman Meisong Lai stated: “The year 2025 marked the conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan, a milestone during which China’s postal and express delivery sector continued to script new chapters of high-quality development. Reflecting on the past year, ZTO remained firmly committed to a long-term vision. We further integrated Party building with business development and aligned the Company’s growth with national strategies and public needs. Guided by the ‘shared-success’ philosophy and defined by hard work and dedication, we delivered performance characterized by scale, resilience and responsibility. We firmly believe that sustainable development is never an ‘optional extra’ for corporate development, but a ‘mandatory task’ for high-quality development. It is the core path for us to practice our corporate mission of ‘Bringing happiness to more people through our services’ and realize our commitment to ‘benefiting others and society.’

As we set out on a new journey in the 15th Five-Year Plan period, we will fully implement the ‘Two Focal Promotions and Three Capability Enhancements’ requirements of the State Post Bureau, remain focused on key priorities such as strengthening safety, enhancing service, driving real operational optimization, improving e­fficiency, promoting fairness, fostering cohesion, reinforcing execution and unlocking potential, and further strengthen our three growth curves. Staying true to our original aspiration of self-disciplined development, putting people first, and benefiting others and society, we will work hand in hand with partners from all sectors to move forward with greater steadiness, go further, and bring more warmth to the pursuit of a better life.”

Since continuously strengthening its ESG system, ZTO has seen steady improvements in corporate governance capabilities and international recognition, with multiple major international ESG ratings continuing to improve and its industry ranking moving steadily upward. Through solid operations and responsible practices, the Company has received a number of prestigious national and industry awards over the past year, further elevating its brand value and social influence.

In the area of green and low-carbon development, ZTO has continued to enhance its full-chain green logistics system, steadily advancing clean energy deployment and last-mile green delivery upgrades. Through large-scale rollout of photovoltaic projects, widespread adoption of unmanned delivery fleets, and promotion of low-carbon operation models, the Company has effectively reduced carbon emissions across the entire logistics chain. Many of these green initiatives have been selected as exemplary industry cases, supporting the low-carbon transformation of the logistics industry.

In terms of digital innovation and service enhancement, ZTO leverages technology to improve quality and efficiency across the entire chain, continuously strengthening last-mile fulfillment capabilities and differentiated service levels. By utilizing big data, artificial intelligence, and other technological advantages, the Company continuously optimizes network-wide operational efficiency. At the same time, ZTO further extends its rural logistics network and deepens the integration of express delivery with manufacturing, effectively serving the real economy and urban-rural livelihoods.

Regarding employee care and network partner support, ZTO always puts people first, improving protection mechanisms and caring assistance for frontline workers. The Company regularly carries out welfare activities to enhance the sense of belonging and well-being of its employees. Meanwhile, it implements a comprehensive network partner empowerment plan, reinforcing the resilience of last-mile operations through various measures and stabilizing the industrial and supply chain ecosystem.

In the realm of social welfare, ZTO actively fulfills its corporate social responsibility by continuously increasing its investment in public welfare. The Company focuses on areas such as educational support for underprivileged students, disability assistance, and charitable donations, with long-term implementation of multiple signature public welfare programs. Through lasting, practical actions, ZTO gives back to society and conveys the warmth of the Company.

On governance and compliance, ZTO continues to optimize its sustainability top-level design, improve its specialized governance structure, and refine its assessment and incentive mechanisms. The Company strictly strengthens internal controls, information security, and integrity compliance, building a comprehensive defense line against operational risks, and ensuring high-quality, long-term development through standardized and modern governance.

The above summarizes the core content of this report. For the complete strategic framework, detailed practices, and phased achievements of ZTO’s 2025 sustainability efforts, please refer to the full version of the Sustainability Report at:
https://zto.investorroom.com/ESG.

About ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK:2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”) is a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China. ZTO provides express delivery service as well as other value-added logistics services through its extensive and reliable nationwide network coverage in China.

ZTO operates a highly scalable network partner model, which the Company believes is best suited to support the significant growth of e-commerce in China. The Company leverages its network partners to provide pickup and last-mile delivery services, while controlling the mission-critical line-haul transportation and sorting network within the express delivery service value chain.

For more information, please visit http://zto.investorroom.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to,” and other similar expressions. ZTO may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “HKEX”), in its interim and annual reports to shareholders, in announcements, circulars or other publications made on the website of the HKEX, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about ZTO’s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: risks relating to the development of the e-commerce and express delivery industries in China; its significant reliance on certain third-party e-commerce platforms; risks associated with its network partners and their employees and personnel; intense competition which could adversely affect the Company’s results of operations and market share; any service disruption of the Company’s sorting hubs or the outlets operated by its network partners or its technology system; ZTO’s ability to build its brand and withstand negative publicity, or other favorable government policies. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in ZTO’s filings with the SEC and the HKEX. All information provided in this announcement is as of the date of this announcement, and ZTO does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor inquiries, please contact:
Investor Relations
Tel: (86) 21 5980 4508
Email: ir@zto.com 

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