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EZgo pairs 40A / 9.6kW charging with dual-plug flexibility, a 1.8-inch on-unit display, aConnect app controls, and IP66 + 2T run-over durability, so drivers can charge fast at home, work, and on the road

LAS VEGAS and CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For nearly four decades, MSI has set the pace in performance engineering. This year at CES, MSI is showcasing how it’s extending that same build-it-tough, make-it-smart mindset into portable EV charging with MSI EZgo, a new 40A / 9.6kW charger designed to deliver fast, flexible charging across the places EV drivers live and travel.

One charger for home and on-the-go charging

EZgo is designed to be the charger you keep mounted at home during the week—and toss in the trunk when you travel. It supports 100–240V input with NEMA 5-15 (120V) and NEMA 14-50 (240V) plug options and delivers up to 40A / 9.6kW to help drivers recharge faster when a 240V outlet is available. With a 25-foot charging connector and Type 1 (J1772) or NACS options, EZgo is built to fit a wide range of EVs and daily driving needs.

Smart charging, without the “app-first” headache

Unlike many portable chargers that hide key info behind a phone screen, EZgo features a 1.8-inch display that shows essential charging data at a glance, plus physical buttons for delay scheduling and manual amp adjustment. Drivers can also use MSI aConnect with fast Bluetooth pairing and multi-user sharing, no “exclusive binding” hassle.

Built to endure harsh environments, and the stuff that happens in them

EZgo is engineered for the realities of portable charging, like being moved, stored, and used in unpredictable conditions. The IP66-rated enclosure helps protect the unit against dust and water exposure, while durability validation such as a 2T run-over evaluation underscores that it’s built to withstand the everyday mishaps that can happen in garages, driveways, and travel scenarios. Just as important, EZgo emphasizes electrical safety through compliance with UL 2594 and UL 2231, two widely recognized standards for EV charging equipment and personnel protection. And by using materials aligned with UL 94-V0 and UL 746C (F1), EZgo supports long-term reliability, helping the enclosure and components maintain performance with long-term exposure to heat, sun, and weather.

EZgo includes the practical extras drivers actually use: a home kit (holder + hook + hardware) for clean, simple storage, and a structured carry bag designed for trunk/frunk-ready portability.

“Portable charging shouldn’t feel like a compromise,” said Engin Yoruk,
North America Product Manager of EVSE at MSI. “EZgo delivers the power,
durability, and smart control drivers want, while keeping it simple and
compact enough to use anywhere you can find an outlet.”

A New Addition to the EV Life Series of Level 2 Wall Chargers

EZgo is the new grab-and-go solution for drivers who need flexible charging beyond the garage, but MSI is also expanding its home-charging lineup with EV Life Premium, the newest addition to the MSI EV Life Series of wall chargers. Built for everyday Level 2 charging, EV Life is engineered to deliver up to 14.4 kW (60A) of output, with installation flexibility for either hardwired setups or plug-and-play via NEMA 14-50. The EV Life Series is also designed for demanding conditions, featuring robust durability credentials including IP55/IP67 protection and IK08 impact resistance, helping ensure dependable performance indoors or out, season after season.4

EV Life Premium elevates the experience with an integrated full-color LCD display that makes it easy to navigate charger features directly on the unit while surfacing key charging metrics at a glance, reducing reliance on a phone for every interaction. Like the broader EV Life lineup, it supports Type 1 (SAE J1772) and Tesla NACS compatibility and works with the MSI aConnect app for smart scheduling, current adjustment, charging history, and updates. For drivers and properties that want a more connected, managed, and secure charging setup, EV Life also offers advanced capabilities including Wi-Fi + Ethernet connectivity, OCPP 1.6J support, and RFID authentication, helping make EV Life Premium a smarter, more secure, and more intuitive home-charging centerpiece.

Pricing, warranty, and availability

MSI EZgo and EV Life Premium EV chargers are available now at Amazon and the MSI Store, with prices EZgo prices starting at $349 (MSRP) and EV Life Premium prices starting at $649. Every EZgo charger is backed by a 3-year warranty, and every EV Life charger is backed by a 5-year warranty.

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About MSI

MSI is a world-leading brand in computing and technology, recognized for nearly four decades of innovation across gaming, enterprise solutions, and high-performance computing hardware. From industry-defining laptops, desktops, and motherboards to advanced displays and AI-driven systems, MSI has consistently delivered products that set new benchmarks in performance and reliability. With a global reputation for engineering excellence, the company continues to expand its expertise into new industries, including electric vehicle charging solutions. MSI’s EV charging product line represents the latest evolution of its mission: to empower users with smarter, stronger, and more dependable technology that drives the future forward.

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Michael Farino
New Era Marketing & Communications
msi@newerapr.com
949-346-1984

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WUXI, China, Jan. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK) announced it has achieved ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, an internationally recognized standard that integrates sustainability principles into procurement practices and promotes transparency and responsibility across the supply chain. This recognition highlights WuXi Biologics’ outstanding performance in sustainability and showcases the company’s dedicated efforts in strengthening supply chain resilience.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “As a member and active participant of PSCI*, WuXi Biologics adheres to world-leading management strategies to build a robust supply chain that ultimately serves as the value chain empowering sustainable business growth. We deliver high-quality solutions to meet global client demands while making active contributions that spearhead responsible value chain advancement in the pharmaceutical industry.”

Supplier Lifecycle Management

WuXi Biologics has embedded sustainability principles across its entire system of supplier lifecycle management — from supplier due diligence and admission, to risk management and engagement, to performance review and termination. This not only ensures that suppliers consistently meet quality, compliance, and sustainability standards throughout their partnerships, but also enables transparent and traceable supply chains, mitigates risks, improves operational efficiency, and drives responsible practices among suppliers.

Net-Zero Across Value Chain

Deeply understanding the importance of tackling climate change, WuXi Biologics has adopted an integrated strategy with measurable SBTi targets and refined roadmaps. While diligently pursuing its own climate goals, the company also actively engages with suppliers through comprehensive sustainable supply chain management to help achieve positive impacts across the entire value chain.

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

About WuXi Biologics

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

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of June 30, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 864 integrated client projects, including 24 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics regards sustainability as the cornerstone of long-term business growth. The company continuously drives green technology innovations to offer advanced end-to-end Green CRDMO solutions for its global partners while consistently achieving excellence in Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Committed to creating shared value, it collaborates with all stakeholders to foster positive social and environmental impacts and promote responsible practices that empower the entire value chain.

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

 

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From bedside tables to the sidelines, Vaseline helps Philadelphia fans and players alike protect their skin from the drying effects of cold weather during football’s coldest moments of the season. 

HOBOKEN, N.J., Jan. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vaseline® is tapping Eagles former player and forever fan, Beau Allen, to brave the bitter cold…shirtless (for a cause). Vaseline® Original Healing Jelly has been in the playbooks of many athletes and fans to protect skin from the harsh winter elements. This partnership highlights jelly as the ultimate game-day hack for skin barrier care and aims to make real community impact. Channeling the passion of Philadelphia Eagles fandom beyond the stands — Beau Allen and Vaseline encourage fans to take skin care as seriously as game day. In addition to this stadium spectacle, this campaign has also donated 1000+ products via Vaseline Winter Healing Kits to the Philly community as part of the Vaseline Healing Project. Vaseline is tapping Eagles players, Wives and Girlfriends of players (WAGs), content creators and superfans like Bubba Collins from their roster to bring even more importance to this impactful and eye-catching campaign.  

Designed to help protect skin in harsh, dry conditions, Vaseline® Original Healing Jelly™ is made with triple-purified, 100% pure petroleum jelly, its one and only active ingredient. The formula helps create a protective barrier on the skin’s surface to lock in moisture, support the skin barrier and help protect against dryness, chapping and cracking — leaving skin feeling comfortable even after time spent outdoors in cold weather. 

To bring the campaign to life, Vaseline joined fans at Lincoln Financial Field during the Philadelphia Eagles’ final regular-season game, where the brand distributed Vaseline® Original Healing Jelly™ to fans braving cold, dry conditions at the official Vaseline tailgate. The tailgate experience was a moment for fans to engage with this iconic product, enjoy free face painting and learn about the favorite not-so-secret winter weather hack used by many professional athletes. As aforementioned above, this campaign was more than just another tailgate. Beyond gameday, Vaseline, Beau Allen, and Eagles superfan Bubba Collins, tackled the harsh winter cold by helping assemble 300 Vaseline Winter Healing Kits. These kits will be donated to the local community, reinforcing Vaseline’s belief that protecting the skin barrier matters both on and off the field and amplifying the brand’s more than decade-long commitment to advancing equitable skin care access.

“Spending time outdoors in cold weather can be tough on skin, and that’s something Philly fans understand well,” said Kate Godbout, Head of Vaseline Brand, North America. “The energy of this community made it the perfect place to bring this Vaseline hack to life — combining game-day passion with Vaseline’s long-standing commitment to helping protect skin from dryness and supporting communities beyond the season.” 

Through the Vaseline Healing Project, Vaseline has supported communities in need with more than 10 million donated products since its inception in 2015. As part of this campaign, the brand will extend that support by donating 1,000 products to United Way and NOMO Foundation, helping ensure access to essential skin care well beyond football season. 

The partnership with Beau Allen and community campaign kicked off today January 4, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field’s Pepsi Plaza. To learn more, visit vaseline.com and follow Vaseline on Instagram. 

About Beau Allen 
Former Nose Tackle and Eagles fan favorite, Beau Allen went his whole career without ever wearing long sleeves. At the start of his career, a veteran player taught Allen about using Vaseline as a secret hack to help withstand the cold winter games. In his four seasons for the Eagles, he helped bring the team to victory in 2018 and now has a successful career as a podcast host for The Green Light Pod with co-host Chris Long. 

About Vaseline
Since first introducing the world to the Original Healing Jelly 150 years ago, Vaseline® has been committed to caring for all skin. Vaseline is a trusted brand among doctors and a trusted household staple in homes.   

Vaseline® believes that skin health is a right, not a privilege, and the Vaseline mission is to ensure skin health is more accessible to everyone, everywhere. Since 2015, the Vaseline Healing Project has helped bring skin health within reach for millions of people through trusted products, strategic partnerships, and access to frontline care that meets people where they are. In partnership with Direct Relief, Vaseline supports nonprofit health clinics and disaster response efforts across the world, working to break down barriers to skin health. In 2025, the brand launched the Mobile Medical Units program partnering with local clinics in Los Angeles and New Orleans to expand the impact of this mission. By 2030, the Vaseline Healing Project aims to reach 33 million people.

About Unilever in North America 
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Foods and Ice Cream products, with sales in over 190 countries and products used by 3.4 billion people every day. We have 128,000 employees and generated sales of €60.8 billion in 2024. For more information on Unilever U.S. and its brands visit: www.unileverusa.com   

Media Contact: 
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Hana.Ford@Edelman.com  

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YANTAI, China, Jan. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As colder months set in, building heat loss becomes more costly. With buildings’ operational energy use representing about 30% of global final energy consumption (IEA), Raytron’s infrared thermal imaging solutions enable energy auditors to identify building heat loss, supporting more informed energy management and carbon-reduction efforts.

Thermal Imaging Reveals the Invisible Heat Loss

Thermal bridges, insulation defects, and air leakage in the building envelope form hidden energy gaps. These inefficiencies force HVAC systems to operate under sustained high loads, driving up energy bills and making buildings a critical focus for climate and ESG initiatives. Traditional inspection methods are often experience-based, making it difficult to identify all problem areas. Infrared imaging offers a practical way to visualize temperature anomalies and potential energy loss without disrupting building operations.

How Infrared Thermal Imaging Enhances Building Inspection

Infrared thermography enables clear identification of temperature anomalies and energy loss across building envelopes, pipelines, and electrical systems. As a form of non-destructive testing (NDT), it overcomes the limitations of traditional methods, such as slow, invasive, and localized spot checks, by providing, non-contact visualization. In HVAC inspections, it instantly reveals heat loss from damaged duct insulation, uneven temperatures in units due to blockages, and hidden moisture from condensation. These insights enable targeted repairs, avoiding costly equipment overhauls. This makes infrared imaging a faster, more comprehensive diagnostic tool that bridges the gaps left by conventional approaches.

Raytron’s Thermal Solutions for Heat Loss Detection

To support reliable diagnostics across diverse scenarios, Raytron’s handheld thermal camera, the CX 200 Pro, delivers high sensitivity crucial for on-site inspections. Its 256×192 resolution and 12µm pixel pitch provide a clear, detailed thermal image, while the NETD as low as 40mK ensures that subtle temperature differences are reliably revealed. The 4x digital zoom allows engineers to scrutinize distant or small targets without compromising image clarity, making diagnostics efficient in complex field environments.

“Our goal is to make energy loss visible,” said Charlie Li, Senior Executive at Raytron. “With our full-stack thermal imaging solutions, from precise detection to continuous monitoring, we help clients turn buildings into sustainable assets, tackling climate challenges together.” Through continuous innovation in thermal imaging, Raytron remains committed to helping communities improve operational efficiency, and advance sustainable development.

For Further Information

Raytron Marketing Department

E-mail: sales@raytrontek.com 

Website: https://en.raytrontek.com 

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NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LILYSILK, the world’s leading silk brand dedicated to inspiring people to live spectacular, sustainable lives, is celebrating the fourth anniversary of its textile recycling program with TerraCycle®, an innovative sustainability company on a mission to eliminate the idea of waste. Since launching on January 2022, the program has helped U.S. customers recycle 2,849 non-donatable silk and cashmere items, weighing nearly 1,680 pounds (762 kilograms), which have been recycled into materials used for insulation, cushion filling, and more.

Through this initiative, LILYSILK customers nationwide can send in used textiles to be recycled using a downloadable prepaid shipping label available through the LILYSILK Free Recycling Program. Once received, the accepted textiles are recycled into raw formats that can be used to make new products. Participants earn LILYSILK points and TerraCycle® Recycling Rewards, which can be redeemed for charitable donations.

In total, as of November 2025, the program has recycled 425 LILYSILK products this year, bringing the total to 2,849 items since launch. Participants consistently praise the program’s environmental impact and ease of use, affirming its alignment with evolving sustainability values and responsible consumption habits. Repurposing textiles supports the circular economy and reflects their personal eco-conscious goals. The process is seamless and accessible, and participants express their pride in giving products a new life. Customers also report stronger brand loyalty and more mindful purchasing behaviors, noting that the program actively encourages “reduce, reuse, recycle” habits.

To further enhance the program, LILYSILK has launched a one-month survey among U.S. participants to gather further insights into their motivations, experience, and suggestions. The feedback will help improve recycling accessibility and future sustainability initiatives.

From January 1 to March 31, 2026, participants who recycle non-donatable LILYSILK products will receive a complimentary silk pillowcase with their next purchase, in addition to earning 500 LILYSILK points and a 20% discount.

David Wang, CEO of LILYSILK, commented: “As we mark this four-year milestone, our commitment to the planet grows stronger with every item given a second life. Our partnership with TerraCycle reflects a shared belief that true luxury lies not only in exceptional quality, but in responsible stewardship. Together with our community, we are weaving a future where beauty and sustainability are inextricably linked.”

To participate, customers can create a free prepaid shipping label at www.lilysilk.com or www.terracycle.com.

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– Showcasing key technologies in AI and Energy, including 4 companies honored with the CES Innovation Awards –

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Jeollanam-do will participate at CES 2026, to be held in Las Vegas, USA, in January 2026, where it will open the Jeonnam Pavilion and showcase the advanced technologies of 12 innovative local companies on the global stage.

Aligned with this year’s CES theme, “Innovator Show Up,” the province will present its vision and roadmap in key areas including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Energy Transition, and Smart Mobility.

Notably, four participating companies —IIST, Korea Optron, Newjak, and Turbine Crew— have been recognized for their technological excellence by winning the CES 2026 Innovation Award. In addition, Jeollanam-do plans to actively support the global expansion of local companies by signing large-scale investment agreements with global partners on site.

CES Innovation Award–Winning Companies

IIST Co., Ltd. [AI], [Human Security for All]
IIST specializes in AI-based disaster detection camera technology, delivering advanced solutions that detect and analyze fires and hazardous situations in real time. The company’s proprietary AI accurately identifies flames, coordinates, and tracks fire points without compromising video quality, positioning IIST as a leader in public safety innovation. These capabilities are accelerating the company’s expansion into the U.S. smart city market.

Korea Optron Co., Ltd. [Digital Health]
Korea Optron manufactures optical connectors and ultra-compact reflective devices (mirrors/scanners) based on semiconductor MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology. By precisely controlling and scanning light through electrical signals, its solutions serve as core components for autonomous driving (LiDAR), AR/VR, and medical imaging devices. The high-speed response and the highly integrated design have secured the company strong global competitiveness.

Newjak Co., Ltd. [XR & Spatial Computing]
Newjak is a specialist in immersive media art and new media content. Its flagship solution, “Meta-Room,” is a mobile system that creates an extended reality (XR) environment without the need for a separate head-mounted display (HMD). Drawing on 20 years of production expertise, the company delivers customized, space-specific designs, showcasing the technological strength of K-content on the global stage.

Turbine Crew Co., Ltd. [Construction & Industrial Tech]
Turbine Crew has developed AI edge computing–based algorithms that optimize real-time drone flight paths, enabling safer and more efficient operations. The company’s wireless charging smart pole technology, which is compatible with batteries from multiple drone models, significantly improves operational efficiency and deployment flexibility. By integrating energy storage system (ESS) technology, the company is positioning itself at the forefront of the future mobility market.

AI and Future Energy & Industrial Solutions

BA Energy Co., Ltd.
BA Energy specializes in energy safety technologies and will present its BSB (Battery Safety Box), designed for the safe transportation and storage of used batteries. Equipped with fire-resistant and fire-suppression functions as well as a real-time monitoring system, the solution sets new safety standards for EV manufacturers and logistics companies.

WP Corporation
WP Corporation has developed “Solator”, a power optimizer that maximizes solar power generation efficiency. Based on GaN-FET high-frequency switching technology, it ensures maximum output at the module level and features a highly reliable design that supports safe and stable operation.

Hogreen Air Co., Ltd.
Hogreen Air is a leader at designing and manufacturing of hydrogen fuel cell drones. By developing proprietary hydrogen fuel cell technology and localizing key components, the company has enhanced price competitiveness. Its drones enable long-duration and long-distance flights, making them well suited for industrial applications such as surveillance, logistics, and accident investigation.

Bitgaram Co., Ltd.
Bitgaram provides smart aquaculture solutions powered by big data and AI. Its platform improves productivity, predicts disease outbreaks, and optimizes harvest timing, while standardizing aquaculture data to support efficient, data-driven decision-making—positioning the company as a leader in digital transformation.

EdTech and Lifestyle Innovation

CN Co., Ltd.
CN will showcase “Moonlight Fairy Tale”, a smart lighting solution integrated with AI voice generation technology. By offering a program that reads fairy tales in a mother’s voice, the product helps improve children’s sleep quality and emotional stability, representing an emotionally driven EdTech solution.

HAICT Co., Ltd.
HAICT will introduce “EasyMaker”, a convergent educational kit that allows students to experience scientific inquiry and coding simultaneously. With real-time sensor data collection and visualization capabilities, it provides an optimized solution for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education environments.

AI Solutions Co., Ltd.
AI Solution has developed an on-device voice intelligence–based on AI PBL (Project-Based Learning) systems controlled through natural language. Capable of processing multiple complex commands simultaneously and adapting flexibly to various languages and environments, the system delivers an intelligent, integrated educational platform.

The Zoo Company
The Zoo Company will unveil “Lash Smash”, a beauty-tech electric heated eyelash curler. Featuring rapid heating within 15 seconds and automatic temperature control for enhanced safety, the product is compatible with all curlers and delivers powerful, long-lasting curl performance for up to 24 hours.

During the event, Jeollanam-do will further strengthen the global expansion of local companies by signing investment agreements with global partners such as Fulldome (Immersive VR), EVERYSIM (Cloud Simulation) and PACIFIC TECH (AI Disaster Safety).

Kang Wi-Won, Vice Governor for Economic Affairs of Jeollanam-do, stated:
“Jeollanam-do is emerging as a global data and energy hub through initiatives such as attracting the Samsung SDS AI Computing Center and establishing an artificial sun research facility. CES 2026 will serve as a stepping stone for Jeonnam’s innovative companies to grow into global unicorns.”

In addition, Jeollanam-do plans to develop a Global RE100 Industrial Complex, leveraging its abundant renewable energy resources to provide companies with an optimal environment to achieve carbon neutrality.

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Sets All-Time Annual Sales Record for Third Consecutive Year

• 852,155 total units in 2025 marks Kia’s best-ever annual sales, increasing 7-percent over previous record set in 2024
• Retail sales through Kia dealers sets new record – increasing 5-percent over previous high in 2024 –
• marking eight consecutive years of growth
• Carnival, Sportage, Telluride, and K4 each post best-ever annual sales
• Sales of all electrified models and SUVs post record breaking annual totals

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kia America posted total sales of 852,155 units in 2025, surpassing the 800,000 mark for the first time in company history and representing a 7 percent increase over 2024. This is the third consecutive year Kia has set a new all-time annual sales record. In addition, retail sales through Kia dealers have grown for eight consecutive years, increasing 5 percent year-over-year and reaching an all-time high for the sixth consecutive year. This marks the brand’s highest-ever U.S. market share, underscoring continued consumer demand for Kia’s diverse model lineup.

Four Kia models – Carnival (+44 percent); Sportage (+13 percent); Telluride (+7 percent); and K4 (+1 percent) – posted best-ever annual sales totals, with the Sportage SUV delivering the all-time best annual performance by a Kia model. Sales of Kia’s electrified models (+24 percent) and SUVs (+5 percent) set new annual sales records with sales of Kia sedans increasing (+13 percent) year-over-year, illustrating the ongoing popularity of the brand’s world-class model lineup.

“Our third consecutive all-time annual sales record, coupled with our highest-ever U.S. market share, are clear indicators of the strength of the Kia brand and the competitiveness of our models,” said Sean Yoon, president and CEO, Kia North America and Kia America. “And with the second-generation Telluride and the highly anticipated K4 hatchback arriving in showrooms in the first quarter, and more new products on the way, we expect this positive momentum to continue into the New Year and beyond.”

In addition to the monthly sales performance, Kia America also made additional announcements, including:

• The upcoming 2027 Kia Telluride was named among Newsweek Magazine’s 2026 Most Anticipated New Vehicles in U.S. market. The annual list highlights vehicles that Newsweek’s Autos editorial team expects will generate strong interest based on local market conditions and the roster of new models coming to market.
• The 2026 Kia Sorento was awarded the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest safety rating, the 2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) designation, for models built after September 2025. This award brings the number of Kia vehicles earning a TSP+ recognition in 2025 to five, each of which was tested under the IIHS’s most rigorous testing protocols to date. The Kia models that have earned a 2025 IIHS TSP+ rating are:  
  • 2026 Sorento (models built after September 2025)
  • 2026 Sportage (models built after May 2025)
  • 2025 K4 (models built after January 2025)
  • 2025 EV9
  • 2025 Telluride

Kia America – about us  

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs proudly assembled in America*. 

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* Select trims of the all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 

 

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Johns Hopkins climate expert on cutting fossil subsidies, speeding grid permits, and using batteries—the “glue” of a smart, clean grid.

NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Planet Classroom, in association with the Protect Our Planet (POP) Movement, premieres a new episode of its educator-acclaimed, youth-produced Net Zero Speaks series: “Net Zero Speaks with Daniel Kammen.” Hosted by Ricardo Delgado Lander and edited/produced by Fabian Sanchez, the episode delivers a clear, 10-minute roadmap for reliable, affordable, justice-focused clean energy that audiences can act on today.

Watch on YouTube (what you’ll learn fast):

• Fix the grid now: Why fossil subsidies still slow clean power—and how smarter interconnection & permitting speeds projects.
• Batteries = reliability: Why Kammen calls batteries the “glue of the smart grid,” enabling EV smart charging and fewer blackouts.
• Clinic power that scales: How solar + storage models keep health facilities running and save lives.
• Real benefits you can measure: Track jobs, cleaner air, and bill savings so communities see—and support—projects.
• What to do this week: Choose clean transport, evaluate home/business solar + storage, and tell policymakers you want clean-energy rules.

About our guest: Daniel M. Kammen is the Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of the Just Energy Transition at Johns Hopkins University, a longtime IPCC Coordinating Lead Author, member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, and an advisor to the United Nations and national governments on clean-energy policy and deployment.

🎬 Watch Net Zero Speaks with Daniel Kammen on Planet Classroom’s YouTube channel

About Net Zero Speaks
Net Zero Speaks is Planet Classroom the the Protect Our Planet Movement’s youth-created, youth-produced video series featuring the top leading scientists and innovators on practical climate solutions—widely used and acclaimed by educators worldwide for turning complex ideas into actionable steps.

About the Protect Our Planet (POP) Movement
The Protect Our Planet (POP) Movement mobilizes youth worldwide to take collective climate action aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, advancing solutions that mitigate climate change and protect ecosystems.

The Planet Classroom Network, produced by CMRubinWorld, brings together creators, youth, and thought leaders to explore urgent issues through original series including Net Zero Speaks, Problem Solvers, and AI for a Better World—made for and with youth and distributed on global learning channels.

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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Idaho Advanced Energy Consortium (IAEC) is pleased to announce that all five of its component projects submitted as part of the 2025 Regional Technology Innovation Tech Hub Program have been selected by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to proceed to the final Stage II competition for award.

The IAEC pulled together a regional team in Idaho and Wyoming to establish the Intermountain West Nuclear Energy Corridor (INEC). The INEC Tech Hub was one of only 31 regional Tech Hubs selected by the EDA in 2023, and INEC was one of only 19 of those 31 regional Tech Hubs that was invited to submit proposals under this most recent Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).

Christi Gilchrist, the Executive Director of the IAEC, states, “With the support of the EDA, the INEC Tech Hub is positioned as America’s premier nuclear demonstration site. This advancement secures the nation’s future in energy production, economic competitiveness, and national security.”

The INEC Stage I proposal to the EDA was submitted in November 2025 and consists of the following five major component projects:

• Accelerating Advanced Reactor Deployment
• Modernizing Fuel Management
• Growing the Nuclear Workforce
• Reinvigorating the Nuclear Supply Chain
• Scaling Americas Nuclear Innovation

The total funding being requested by the INEC Tech Hub under this NOFO is approximately $75 million dollars to support deployment of these five component projects over the next 5 years. The EDA completed a technical and merit review of the INEC Stage I application and EDA notified IAEC in December that its proposal had successfully passed the Stage I review and was invited to submit a stage II proposal in February 2026.  The EDA is expected to complete stage II grant application reviews and make awards sometime during the spring of 2026.

Kirt Marlow, President of the IAEC noted “This advancement reflects the strength of our public-private partnerships and our consortium’s ability to deliver on ambitious goals. We’re grateful for the EDA’s confidence and eager to demonstrate how strategic investment in our Tech Hub will accelerate America’s energy transition”.

About Idaho Advanced Energy Consortium

IAEC was formed in 2023 to convene energy industry stakeholders to address opportunities for advancements in nuclear and other advanced energy systems. IAEC’s  focus is supporting the deployment of clean energy technologies such as enhanced electrolysis for bulk hydrogen production, new generation efficiencies in hydropower, and commercializing advanced nuclear technologies including small modular reactors and microreactors. For more information about IAEC go to https://idahoadvancedenergy.org/

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DENVER, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zero Homes today announced that it is now serving homeowners throughout the entire state of Colorado to help them navigate and access the newly launched Colorado Home Energy Rebate Program and install energy-efficient heat pump systems that lower energy costs and improve home comfort.

The Colorado Energy Office (CEO), in partnership with the Polis Administration, recently launched the state’s Home Energy Rebate Program — a consumer-facing initiative supported by federal funding that provides up to $14,000 in rebates per eligible household for energy-saving home improvements. These rebates are designed to make electrification and efficiency upgrades more affordable for Coloradans, including cold-climate and standard heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, insulation, air sealing, electrical panel upgrades, and more. 

“Coloradans want access to clean-energy technology to save money, and these rebates will help accomplish that,” said Governor Jared Polis upon the program’s launch. “These rebates can help more Coloradans make a variety of home upgrades that will bring down energy costs and provide more efficient home heating and cooling.” 

Zero Homes‘ statewide expansion ensures that homeowners — from major urban centers to rural mountain towns — can confidently understand their eligibility, navigate the rebate process, and complete professional installations with registered contractors.

Key Ways Zero Homes Supports Homeowners:

• Statewide Remote Delivery: Zero Homes now assists homeowners in every Colorado county by leveraging its remote quoting platform to design proper systems, schedule with local contractors, and provide quality assurance through the install process. Colorado Energy Office
  
• Rebate guidance and support: From verifying income eligibility under the program’s tiers (including 80% and 150% Area Median Income levels) to guiding homeowners through the application steps, Zero Homes simplifies access to savings. Colorado Energy Office
  
• Heat pump installations: Zero Homes facilitates heat pump system installations — including cold-climate and ductless options — that reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve year-round home comfort. Colorado Energy Office
  
• Maximizing incentives: Zero Homes helps homeowners combine the Home Energy Rebate Program with other utility incentives, state tax credits, and federal benefits to maximize savings and reduce project costs.

The Home Energy Rebate Program includes two rebate tracks: the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) for high-efficiency electric appliances and upgrades now available to eligible single-family homes and small multifamily buildings, and the Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) for whole-home improvements that will be launched for manufactured/mobile homes and large multifamily buildings. Rebates are delivered through a network of registered contractors and are applied as discounts on qualified projects. Colorado Energy Office

“Colorado’s new Home Energy Rebate Program is one of the most significant opportunities for homeowners to improve their homes, cut energy cost and emissions, and adopt cleaner technologies,” said [Zero Homes spokesperson]. “Zero Homes is committed to making this process as straightforward as possible — from understanding eligibility to completing installation — for homeowners no matter where they live in the state.”

Heat pumps installed through the program can qualify for up to $8,000 for cold-climate heat pumps and up to $3,000 for standard heat pump systems toward the total rebate cap of $14,000 per household, with additional rebate opportunities for water heaters, air sealing, and electrical upgrades. Colorado Energy Office

About Zero Homes
Zero Homes is a Denver-based startup building the next generation of digital tools for home electrification. By combining remote home modeling with streamlined contractor coordination, Zero Homes accelerates the design and deployment of heat pump, electric water heater, and whole-home electrification upgrades — helping homeowners reduce emissions, lower utility costs, and embrace a clean energy future.

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Phone: 303-848-8606
Website: www.zerohomes.io

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