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DENVER, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AdCellerant proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of its participation in the Denver Human Services (DHS) #BeAGiver Holiday Gift Drive, marking its most impactful year to date.

AdCellerant’s Largest Be A Giver Effort to Date
What began as a small, team-led initiative a decade ago has grown alongside the company—culminating this year in support for nine local families—57 individuals in total —through the collective generosity of the AdCellerant team.

As part of the 2025 Be A Giver Drive, AdCellerant team members wrapped and delivered approximately 250 thoughtfully selected gifts, averaging four to five gifts per person, ensuring every family member received items from their complete wish lists. While Be A Giver guidelines recommend spending $65-$85 per individual, AdCellerant consistently exceeds expectations, making the holiday season truly meaningful.

“Watching the energy and generosity during our gift-wrapping day was incredible,” said Ricky Cutler, Senior Product Manager and AdCellerant Gives committee member. “Seeing teams come together to wrap gifts embodies the spirit of our company’s commitment to the AdCellerant Gives program. This effort is more than charity; it’s a demonstration of our core value of giving back. It reflects the heart of our people and the real-world impact of living our values.”

About the Denver Human Services Be a Giver Holiday Gift Drive
The Denver Human Services #BeAGiver Holiday Gift Drive is designed to bring joy and support to families, children, and older adults in need throughout the Denver area during the holiday season. AdCellerant’s continued involvement reflects a long-standing partnership with DHS and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the communities where its employees live and work.

About AdCellerant Gives

AdCellerant Gives is the company’s initiative to give back to the Denver community through volunteering, donations, and sustainability efforts. As a Certified B Corporation, and Certifiably Green Business, and a member of the Colorado Green Business Network, we are proud to be zero-waste and carbon-neutral, partnering with organizations like The Park People to plant trees in underserved neighborhoods, Denver Urban Gardens to sponsor food forests in food desert neighborhoods, and The Food Bank of The Rockies to help feed the local communities.

To date, AdCellerant employees have donated thousands of volunteer hours, over 10,000 meals, and tens of thousands of dollars to local nonprofits while empowering employees with Volunteer Time Off, donation matching, and regular opportunities to make an impact. At AdCellerant, we believe companies that can do more should—and we’re committed to creating a brighter, greener future for everyone. Check the impact made through AdCellerant Gives.

About AdCellerant

AdCellerant is an award-winning digital advertising technology and services company focused on making high-quality digital marketing accessible to every business. Through its proprietary platform, Ui.Marketing, the company delivers omnichannel solutions, campaign automation, and actionable reporting that drive meaningful results. Headquartered in Denver, AdCellerant partners with media companies, agencies, and brands around the world to simplify digital marketing and maximize ROI.

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DENVER, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AdCellerant proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of its participation in the Denver Human Services (DHS) #BeAGiver Holiday Gift Drive, marking its most impactful year to date.

AdCellerant’s Largest Be A Giver Effort to Date
What began as a small, team-led initiative a decade ago has grown alongside the company—culminating this year in support for nine local families—57 individuals in total —through the collective generosity of the AdCellerant team.

As part of the 2025 Be A Giver Drive, AdCellerant team members wrapped and delivered approximately 250 thoughtfully selected gifts, averaging four to five gifts per person, ensuring every family member received items from their complete wish lists. While Be A Giver guidelines recommend spending $65-$85 per individual, AdCellerant consistently exceeds expectations, making the holiday season truly meaningful.

“Watching the energy and generosity during our gift-wrapping day was incredible,” said Ricky Cutler, Senior Product Manager and AdCellerant Gives committee member. “Seeing teams come together to wrap gifts embodies the spirit of our company’s commitment to the AdCellerant Gives program. This effort is more than charity; it’s a demonstration of our core value of giving back. It reflects the heart of our people and the real-world impact of living our values.”

About the Denver Human Services Be a Giver Holiday Gift Drive
The Denver Human Services #BeAGiver Holiday Gift Drive is designed to bring joy and support to families, children, and older adults in need throughout the Denver area during the holiday season. AdCellerant’s continued involvement reflects a long-standing partnership with DHS and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the communities where its employees live and work.

About AdCellerant Gives

AdCellerant Gives is the company’s initiative to give back to the Denver community through volunteering, donations, and sustainability efforts. As a Certified B Corporation, and Certifiably Green Business, and a member of the Colorado Green Business Network, we are proud to be zero-waste and carbon-neutral, partnering with organizations like The Park People to plant trees in underserved neighborhoods, Denver Urban Gardens to sponsor food forests in food desert neighborhoods, and The Food Bank of The Rockies to help feed the local communities.

To date, AdCellerant employees have donated thousands of volunteer hours, over 10,000 meals, and tens of thousands of dollars to local nonprofits while empowering employees with Volunteer Time Off, donation matching, and regular opportunities to make an impact. At AdCellerant, we believe companies that can do more should—and we’re committed to creating a brighter, greener future for everyone. Check the impact made through AdCellerant Gives.

About AdCellerant

AdCellerant is an award-winning digital advertising technology and services company focused on making high-quality digital marketing accessible to every business. Through its proprietary platform, Ui.Marketing, the company delivers omnichannel solutions, campaign automation, and actionable reporting that drive meaningful results. Headquartered in Denver, AdCellerant partners with media companies, agencies, and brands around the world to simplify digital marketing and maximize ROI.

Media Contact
Meghan Brito
SVP of Marketing
mbrito@adcellerant.com 

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CHICAGO , Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At Cure-CMT, we’re on a mission to make an immediate impact on the lives of people living with CMT. Through strategic investments and partnerships with scientists, medical experts, industry leaders, and the CMT community, we’re driving innovation and pushing promising technology forward at an unprecedented pace.

Since our inception, we’ve been executing on our mission by providing direct funding for braces and surgery so people can move with confidence, reduce pain, and regain independence. We’ve also made strategic philanthropic investments in biotech and pharmaceutical companies focused on finding a cure for CMT.

Our Impact
Since Cure-CMT’s May, 2025 launch, here’s what we’ve accomplished:

• Over $1 million raised, including $200,000 from our annual Cure-CMT Golf Challenge Tournament at Merit Club in Naperville, IL
• Investment in Armatus Bio, a preclinical biotech company pioneering vectorized RNAi therapeutics for neurological and neuro-muscular disease, with three additional pharmaceutical research companies currently being evaluated by our CURES (Capital Uniting Research and Evaluation Strategy) Team
• Seven patients helped through our funding program that provides financial assistance for custom bracing—four patients funded and three currently in process
• 2 patients assisted through funding of life-changing reconstructive surgery and associated costs including travel, housing, and meds. Another is in the pipeline.

Most notably, we just received a $500,000 commitment from a generous donor that will be instrumental in helping Cure-CMT continue investing in Biotech and Pharma companies, while providing resources for braces and surgery to make an immediate impact in patients’ lives.

As we close the books for 2025, Please help Cure-CMT MATCH this generous donation by taking-action, and giving. Go to https://cure-cmt.org/donate/ and donate to Cure-CMT, where 100% of your generosity goes to our mission!

We look forward to sharing more updates in the New Year. Wishing everyone a happy holiday season!

About Cure CMT Cure CMT is dedicated to finding treatments and cures for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease while supporting patients and families affected by this condition. Through research funding, advocacy, and community support, Cure CMT works to accelerate progress toward better outcomes for the CMT community. For more information, visit cure-cmt.org.

To learn more, refer a patient, or support the mission, visit www.cure-cmt.org.
Pat Livney
Cure CMT Founder
pal@cure-cmt.org

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Plant Hatch entered commercial service in December 1975; Nuclear plants serve as bedrock of state’s energy mix with an average capacity factor of 94% over the last decade

ATLANTA, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For more than 50 years, nuclear energy has played a critical role in Georgia’s energy mix – currently providing approximately 25% of the state’s electricity each year from just two nuclear plants: Plant Hatch near Vidalia and Plant Vogtle near Augusta. The plants sit at the center of the state’s energy mix, operating efficiently and reliably for customers around the clock with an average capacity factor – the time at which they operate at full power – of 94% over the last decade. More than 1.2 billion megawatt hours of net generation have been produced by Georgia nuclear units since 1975 – enough total electricity to power the entire United States for more than 100 consecutive days.

Georgia Power and the plants’ other co-owners – Oglethorpe Power Corporation, the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia and Dalton Utilities – are celebrating historic milestones this year for the state’s nuclear fleet. Georgia’s first nuclear power facility – Plant Hatch Unit 1 – entered commercial operation in December 1975 and marks 50 years of continuous operation this year. Additionally, the historic expansion of Plant Vogtle 3 & 4 marked the one-year anniversary of completion this past spring.

“Nuclear energy serves as the bedrock of our diverse generation fleet, ready and available when we need it, with a stable, predictable cost to operate and no air emissions,” said Kim Greene, chairman, president and CEO of Georgia Power. “We’re grateful that, well over 50 years ago, state leaders at that time recognized the value of this energy source and took steps to make sure that a growing Georgia had the energy it needed. Customers today directly benefit from that foresight. Now, as our state continues to be the economic powerhouse of the Southeast, work continues with the Georgia Public Service Commission and many other stakeholders to build on that legacy as we maintain, evolve and expand our diverse generation mix to serve customers today, and 50 years from today.”

That includes ongoing investments to modernize and maximize the company’s already high performing units, including the potential to extend operating licenses and extract additional megawatts. Southern Nuclear, which operates Plants Hatch and Vogtle on behalf of Georgia Power and the co-owners, is an industry leader in safety, innovation and performance. The company is known for innovation in nuclear energy at Georgia power plants, having consistently been awarded the most prestigious awards for developing industry-changing advancements, from digital modernization and AI application to being the first in the world to install enhanced Accident Tolerant Fuel (ATF) technologies at Plant Hatch in 2018 and the historic installation of higher-uranium-enriched fuel earlier this year at Vogtle Units 1 & 2, a significant achievement that will positively transform the fuel cycle for all existing and future nuclear reactor designs.

“Our workforce comes from a wide variety of backgrounds, including the nuclear Navy, with each individual dedicated to safely and efficiently operating these nuclear units to serve electric customers across Georgia,” said Pete Sena, chairman, president and CEO of Southern Nuclear. “The nuclear industry represents the best of American energy production, and I couldn’t be more proud to lead this team of highly skilled professionals across Southern Nuclear who work together to drive innovation and performance at our current plants, but also as we work together to grow the future of clean energy in this country.”

Southern Nuclear currently employs more than 2,600 people across Plants Hatch and Vogtle. Over the decades, the nuclear plants have provided high-quality, full-time jobs for an estimated 18,000 people.

Beyond providing jobs for thousands of people, Plants Hatch and Vogtle support vibrant and healthy local communities. Combined, the plants contribute more than $85 million in property taxes each year, which goes to support local schools, roads and other infrastructure. Plant teams also share a commitment to citizenship and community service with the plants supporting a variety of local charities and causes including STEM education efforts, the work of the United Way, multiple veterans groups and environmental/sustainability efforts.

A Bright Future for Georgia’s First Nuclear Facility
In 1975, the year Hatch Unit 1 entered service, Georgia’s population was around 5 million people and, 50 years later, that number has more than doubled with more than 11 million people now calling Georgia home. Plant Hatch has helped meet the electrical needs of that growth year after year, with its opening also marking a pivotal moment for Georgia Power’s commitment to developing a diverse, cleaner generation mix to serve customers. At the end of the 1960s, prior to the introduction of emission-free nuclear energy to Georgia Power’s generation mix, approximately 85 percent of the company’s electricity came from fossil-fuel sources including coal.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) granted Hatch Unit 1 an initial license to operate in 1974, with Unit 2 following in 1975. In 2002, Plant Hatch’s operating license was extended by the NRC for an additional 20 years. In 2023, Southern Nuclear began the process of seeking the NRC’s approval for subsequent license renewal of Hatch Units 1 and 2, with the formal application filed with the NRC in May 2025 (read more). This renewal would extend the operating license of both units for an additional 20 years and allow the site to continue providing the state of Georgia with clean and reliable electricity around the clock.

Click here to learn more about Plant Hatch.

The Largest Generator of Clean Energy in the U.S.
Named after World War II hero, and subsequent Southern Company CEO, Alvin Vogtle, Plant Vogtle’s original Units 1 & 2 opened as Georgia’s second nuclear facility in the late 1980s. With all four units now in operation, Plant Vogtle is the largest generator of clean energy in the nation, expected to produce more than 30 million megawatt hours of electricity each year. The Vogtle 3 & 4 nuclear expansion was the first newly constructed nuclear facility in more than 30 years, and was completed in May 2024 with the commercial operation of Unit 4.

Since entering commercial operation, the new Vogtle units have performed safely and reliably at or above industry average. In September, Unit 4 successfully completed its first refueling outage and, through strategic fuel planning, Southern Nuclear was able to delay Unit 4’s first planned refueling outage until the fall, allowing it to operate during the hottest months of the year when customers needed reliable power the most.

Click here to learn more about Plant Vogtle.

About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America’s premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company’s promise to 2.8 million customers in all but four of Georgia’s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power offers rates below the national average, focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), X (X.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) today announced that it donated over $215,000 to non-profit organizations nationwide through its annual Trees of Hope™ charitable competition.

A total of 175 non-profits across 10 states participated in the 2025 holiday competition, with participants decorating trees at Boyd Gaming properties nationwide. Winners were selected through more than 100,000 votes cast by Boyd Gaming guests.

Since launching Trees of Hope in 2007, Boyd Gaming has donated nearly $2 million through the annual competition to non-profit organizations across the country.

A listing of first-place winners by property is available at: https://www.boydgaming.com/company/news.

About Boyd Gaming
Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 27 gaming entertainment properties in 11 states. The Company also manages a tribal casino in northern California, and owns and operates Boyd Interactive, a B2B and B2C online casino gaming business. Boyd Gaming’s nationwide portfolio is connected through Boyd Rewards, recognized as the nation’s favorite casino loyalty program by readers of both USA Today and Newsweek.  Named by Forbes magazine as one of “America’s Best Companies,” and led by one of the most experienced teams in the industry, Boyd Gaming is dedicated to delivering an outstanding entertainment experience and memorable guest service. For additional Company information and press releases, visit https://www.boydgaming.com.

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Legacy platform celebrates American Dream role models, America’s 250th anniversary

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — To democratize pathways of excellence, Asian Hall of Fame (AHOF) awarded $1.2 million this year to 177 fellows, scholarship recipients, and community partners. Cumulatively, the charity has advanced $4.2 million and 1,270 jobs since 2021. It also received 115 Women In Tech, Entertainment & Sports applications from 35 states for next year’s scholarship cycle.

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Recognizing that mainstream America can benefit from greater synergy with Asian legacy, AHOF doubled its peer-to-peer experiences and launched interracial benefits in Pasadena, Portland, and Bellevue resulting in 9.2 billion media impressions and YouTube live-streamed to 87 million households. Notable highlights are new early-career grants with WIN (Women Investing in Nurses), and wildfire relief efforts with Altadena Girls.

AHOF also announced a historic season commemorating America’s 250th anniversary. Coast-to-coast celebrations will feature inspiring stories of Asian role models whose contributions have positively impacted lives across the nation and beyond. AHOF remains committed to honoring U.S. veterans, a dedication rooted in the charity’s history since its founding family arrived in America 163 years ago.

“America’s story is one of opportunity, innovation, and generational legacy – the same values that have inspired our Inductees,” said Maki Hsieh, President & CEO. “We invite Americans everywhere to celebrate Asian contributions and sacrifices made for the betterment of our country and humanity.”

The season kicks-off in Honolulu with Destination Hawai’i benefitting Human Trafficking Rescue and the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Early-career grants are advanced by WIN Charity Tea, WIN Starlight Benefit, Murakami Soiree, and Gnome for the Holidays. Scholarships for women are underwritten by California Icons Gala, Eastside Excellence in Washington, and Power of Portland. Cognitive health and trauma advocacy grants are supported by launch events in New York and Sunnyvale.

The celebration culminates on November 7 at Induction 2026 with a multi-platform broadcast nationwide across AHOF social media and streaming networks. The once-in-a-lifetime Induction highlights distinguished families, iconic presenters, and top performers coming together to honor legendary achievements and dreams that define the American spirit.

ABOUT ASIAN HALL OF FAME
Established in 2004, Asian Hall of Fame strengthens interracial synergy by promoting public recognition of Asian and Indigenous legacy. Contact: press@asianhalloffame.org, (626) 600-9418. www.asianhalloffame.org.

 

 

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Legacy platform celebrates American Dream role models, America’s 250th anniversary

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — To democratize pathways of excellence, Asian Hall of Fame (AHOF) awarded $1.2 million this year to 177 fellows, scholarship recipients, and community partners. Cumulatively, the charity has advanced $4.2 million and 1,270 jobs since 2021. It also received 115 Women In Tech, Entertainment & Sports applications from 35 states for next year’s scholarship cycle.

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Recognizing that mainstream America can benefit from greater synergy with Asian legacy, AHOF doubled its peer-to-peer experiences and launched interracial benefits in Pasadena, Portland, and Bellevue resulting in 9.2 billion media impressions and YouTube live-streamed to 87 million households. Notable highlights are new early-career grants with WIN (Women Investing in Nurses), and wildfire relief efforts with Altadena Girls.

AHOF also announced a historic season commemorating America’s 250th anniversary. Coast-to-coast celebrations will feature inspiring stories of Asian role models whose contributions have positively impacted lives across the nation and beyond. AHOF remains committed to honoring U.S. veterans, a dedication rooted in the charity’s history since its founding family arrived in America 163 years ago.

“America’s story is one of opportunity, innovation, and generational legacy – the same values that have inspired our Inductees,” said Maki Hsieh, President & CEO. “We invite Americans everywhere to celebrate Asian contributions and sacrifices made for the betterment of our country and humanity.”

The season kicks-off in Honolulu with Destination Hawai’i benefitting Human Trafficking Rescue and the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Early-career grants are advanced by WIN Charity Tea, WIN Starlight Benefit, Murakami Soiree, and Gnome for the Holidays. Scholarships for women are underwritten by California Icons Gala, Eastside Excellence in Washington, and Power of Portland. Cognitive health and trauma advocacy grants are supported by launch events in New York and Sunnyvale.

The celebration culminates on November 7 at Induction 2026 with a multi-platform broadcast nationwide across AHOF social media and streaming networks. The once-in-a-lifetime Induction highlights distinguished families, iconic presenters, and top performers coming together to honor legendary achievements and dreams that define the American spirit.

ABOUT ASIAN HALL OF FAME
Established in 2004, Asian Hall of Fame strengthens interracial synergy by promoting public recognition of Asian and Indigenous legacy. Contact: press@asianhalloffame.org, (626) 600-9418. www.asianhalloffame.org.

 

 

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Everyday generosity can ensure every person’s needs are met in the year ahead

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Salvation Army is calling on the public to give with joy before the end of the year, following a season defined by economic uncertainty for people across the income spectrum and a growing demand for essential services in communities nationwide.

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Rising costs, ongoing inflationary pressure, and economic volatility have left millions of households struggling to afford basic necessities such as food, housing, and utilities. Those pressures were felt acutely ahead of the holidays this year during the federal government shutdown, when delays in assistance coincided with a surge in need. The Salvation Army food pantries in many communities saw shelves emptied as families turned to local nonprofits for immediate help.

At the same time, the public has demonstrated that generosity endures even in uncertain times. This year’s Giving Tuesday delivered record-breaking results, with donors contributing more than $4 billion to charities nationwide, a powerful signal that compassion remains strong as the holiday giving season continues.

“Economic uncertainty has shaped this year for so many, whether they’re living paycheck to paycheck or navigating unexpected financial strain,” said Commissioner Merle Heatwole, national commander of The Salvation Army. “Yet amid these challenges, we’ve witnessed extraordinary generosity. Time and again, people have stepped forward with compassion. That generosity has the power to change the lives not only of the recipients, but of those who give as well.”

Nearly half of The Salvation Army’s public support arrives during the final weeks of the year, making year-end giving critical to sustaining programs that provide food, shelter, utility assistance, disaster relief, and spiritual care in nearly every ZIP code across the country. Inflation has impacted nonprofits such as The Salvation Army by increasing its operating costs as the price of necessities rises. As demand continues to climb alongside costs, The Salvation Army remains committed to serving all who seek help for as long as resources allow, and, due to tax code changes, those who plan to make large gifts or itemize their charitable contributions may see greater tax benefits by donating before the end of this year as opposed to waiting for 2026. There’s no time like the present to help the growing number of families reaching out for assistance.

“Every gift, large or small, helps ensure we can continue meeting urgent needs today and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow,” Commissioner Heatwole said. “Your generosity goes directly toward feeding, clothing, housing, and caring for millions in America.”

Those looking to make a meaningful, tax-deductible gift before Dec. 31 can support The Salvation Army by:

• Making a one-time or recurring donation at www.SalvationArmyUSA.org.
• Giving through securities, IRA rollovers, or planned gifts,
• Donating cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum.

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army annually helps nearly 28 million people in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every ZIP code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at more than 7,400 centers of operation around the country. For more information, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org.

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Project to Power Equivalent of Approximately 262 Homes

TORONTO, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – PowerBank Corporation (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103) (“PowerBank” or the “Company“), a North American energy infrastructure developer and asset owner, is pleased to announce a new 2.1 MW solar project located on a closed landfill in upstate New York, known as Phillips Rd (the “Project“). 

The Company secured site control on the Project in the form of a land lease and received positive results through its Coordinated Electric System Interconnection Review (CESIR) and now can proceed to permitting with local authorities. 

The Phillips Rd project is poised to qualify for New York’s Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) compensation mechanism under Case 15-E-0751, with an estimated first-year average rate of US$0.0971/kWh. This VDER rate ensures fair compensation for clean energy delivered to the grid, reinforcing the project’s financial and environmental viability.

The Project is also expected to qualify for incentives under NYSERDA’s NY-Sun program and federal Investment Tax Credits under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025.

Upon securing permits and financing, PowerBank will commence construction, with the project set to operate as a community solar initiative. This innovative model enables renters, businesses, and homeowners to subscribe to the solar farm, receiving bill credits and savings without installing on-site equipment. By feeding clean energy directly into the local grid, the Project offers an accessible pathway for New Yorkers to embrace the clean energy transition.

PowerBank’s proven expertise, with over 100 MW of completed projects and a development pipeline exceeding 1 GW, underpins the projects’ execution. Strategic partnerships and institutional-grade development capabilities position PowerBank to deliver reliable, high-impact renewable energy solutions.

The Phillips Rd project advances New York’s path to 10 GW of solar by 2030. The State leads the United States in community solar capacity, having achieved the New York State Climate Act 6 GW solar goal in the fall of 2024.

There are several risks associated with the development of the Project. The development of any project is subject to receipt of a community solar contract, receipt of required permits, the availability of third-party financing arrangements for the Company and the risks associated with the construction of a solar power project. In addition, governments may revise, reduce or eliminate incentives and policy support schemes for solar power, which could result in future projects no longer being economic. Please refer to “Forward-Looking Statements” for additional discussion of the assumptions and risk factors associated with the Projects and statements made in this press release.

About PowerBank Corporation

PowerBank Corporation is an independent renewable and clean energy project developer and owner focusing on distributed and community solar projects in Canada and the USA. The Company develops solar, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and EV Charging projects that sell electricity to utilities, commercial, industrial, municipal and residential off-takers. The Company maximizes returns via a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple leading North America markets including projects with utilities, host off-takers, community solar, and virtual net metering projects. The Company has a potential development pipeline of over one gigawatt and has developed renewable and clean energy projects with a combined capacity of over 100 megawatts built. To learn more about PowerBank, please visit www.PowerBankcorp.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information ‎within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation (collectively, “forward-looking ‎statements”) that relate to the Company’s current expectations and views of future events. ‎Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to, expectations, beliefs, plans, ‎objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, through the ‎use of words or phrases such as “will likely result”, “are expected to”, “expects”, “will ‎continue”, “is anticipated”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimated”, “intends”, “plans”, “forecast”, ‎‎”projection”, “strategy”, “objective” and “outlook”) are not historical facts and may be ‎forward-looking statements and may involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties ‎which could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed in ‎such forward-looking statements. In particular and without limitation, this news release ‎contains forward-looking statements pertaining to the Company’s expectations regarding its industry trends and overall market growth; the Company’s growth strategies the expected energy production from the solar power projects mentioned in this press release; the number of homes expected to be powered; the timeline for construction; the expected savings for local residents; expected revenues and benefits of the Project to the Company;  the receipt of permits and financing to be able to construct the Projects; the receipt of incentives for the Projects; and the size of the Company’s development pipeline. No assurance ‎can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking ‎statements included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon. These ‎statements speak only as of the date of this news release.‎

Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the Company in light of the experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate, and are subject to risks and uncertainties. In making the forward looking statements included in this news release, the Company has made various material assumptions, including but not limited to: obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals; that regulatory requirements will be maintained; general business and economic conditions; the Company’s ability to successfully execute its plans and intentions; the availability of financing on reasonable terms; the Company’s ability to attract and retain skilled staff; market competition; the products and services offered by the Company’s competitors; that the Company’s current good relationships with its service providers and other third parties will be maintained; and government subsidies and funding for renewable energy will continue as currently contemplated. Although the Company believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and the Company cannot assure that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Given these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

Whether actual results, performance or achievements will conform to the Company’s expectations and predictions is subject to a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, including those listed under “Forward-‎Looking Statements” and “Risk ‎Factors” in the Company’s most recently completed Annual Information Form, and other public filings of the Company, which include: the Company may be adversely affected by volatile solar power market and industry conditions; the execution of the Company’s growth strategy depends upon the continued availability of third-party financing arrangements; the Company’s future success depends partly on its ability to expand the pipeline of its energy business in several key markets; governments may revise, reduce or eliminate incentives and policy support schemes for solar and battery storage power; general global economic conditions may have an adverse impact on our operating performance and results of operations; the Company’s project development and construction activities may not be successful; developing and operating solar projects exposes the Company to various risks; the Company faces a number of risks involving Power Purchase Agreements (“PPAs”) and project-level financing arrangements; any changes to the laws, regulations and policies that the Company is subject to may present technical, regulatory and economic barriers to the purchase and use of solar power; the markets in which the Company competes are highly competitive and evolving quickly; an anti-circumvention investigation could adversely affect the Company by potentially raising the prices of key supplies for the construction of solar power projects; foreign exchange rate fluctuations; a change in the Company’s effective tax rate can have a significant adverse impact on its business; seasonal variations in demand linked to construction cycles and weather conditions may influence the Company’s results of operations; the Company may be unable to generate sufficient cash flows or have access to external financing; the Company may incur substantial additional indebtedness in the future; the Company is subject to risks from supply chain issues; risks related to inflation and tariffs; unexpected warranty expenses that may not be adequately covered by the Company’s insurance policies; if the Company is unable to attract and retain key personnel, it may not be able to compete effectively in the renewable energy market; there are a limited number of purchasers of utility-scale quantities of electricity; compliance with environmental laws and regulations can be expensive; corporate responsibility may adversely impose additional costs; the future impact of any global pandemic on the Company is unknown at this time; the Company has limited insurance coverage; the Company will be reliant on information technology systems and may be subject to damaging cyberattacks; the Company may become subject to litigation; there is no guarantee on how the Company will use its available funds; the Company will continue to sell securities for cash to fund operations, capital expansion, mergers and acquisitions that will dilute the current shareholders; and future dilution as a result of financings.

The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any ‎forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or ‎otherwise, except as may be required by law. New factors emerge from time to time, and it ‎is not possible for the Company to predict all of them, or assess the impact of each such ‎factor or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to ‎differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Any forward-‎looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their entirety by ‎this cautionary statement.‎

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SOURCE PowerBank Corporation

The Rise of Solar Energy Battery Storage Systems in the U.S. Market

GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As energy costs continue to rise, more and more households and businesses in the U.S. are turning to solar energy solutions to reduce their electricity bills. According to the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average residential electricity price for 2025, as of October, has reached $17.27 per month, surpassing the average of $16.48 for the entirety of 2024. Similarly, the average commercial electricity price for 2025, as of October, has risen to $13.48, compared to the average of $12.75 in 2024.

This increasing energy cost is driving demand for solar energy storage systems, which allow users to maximize the benefits of their solar energy production while saving on electricity costs. As a leading solar energy company, Felicitysolar continues to innovate in providing off-grid and hybrid solar energy storage solutions.

Key Considerations When Choosing Solar Energy Storage Systems in the U.S.
When selecting a solar energy battery storage system in the U.S., users typically focus on several key factors to ensure reliability, safety, and efficiency:

1. Safety and Compliance
Safety is a top concern for users. Felicitysolar addresses this by integrating fire protection modules into its critical models. Additionally, key products such as the LUX-X-48100LG01-US and LUX-Y-48280LG01 have earned UL9540A, UL1973, FCC, and UL60730 certifications, meeting the rigorous safety standards required in the U.S. market.

2. Data Visualization and Smart Monitoring
As solar energy solutions become more sophisticated, users increasingly seek systems that offer smart monitoring capabilities. Platforms like the one offered by Felicitysolar allow users to monitor their system’s performance in real time, providing intuitive insights to help manage energy consumption and optimize energy use.

3. Reliability
Ensuring that systems remain operational without interruptions is essential for many consumers. Features like real-time fault detection and alerts are commonly integrated into advanced systems, helping users quickly address any issues that may arise. This focus on reliability is key to maintaining a consistent energy supply.

4. Ease of Installation
Simplifying installation is crucial for both installers and users. Felicitysolar products are designed with features like external fuse designs (FLB series 24V and 48V LiFePO4 batteries), integrated grounding bracketsand battery modules automatic addressing (FLH series 48V100Ah, FLH48100UG2). These thoughtful features reduce installation time and complexity, ensuring a more cost-effective and efficient setup process.

Felicitysolar: Expertise and R&D Strength
Founded in 2007, Felicitysolar has accumulated nearly 20 years of experience in the solar energy industry, providing cutting-edge solar energy solutions globally. With more than 170 patented technologies, the company remains committed to continuous innovation. Every year, they invest 10% of their revenue into R&D, and by 2026, they aim to expand their R&D team to over 400 experts. Meanwhile, a new photovoltaic and energy storage R&D and manufacturing base project was officially launched on December 25, with a total construction area of nearly 190,000 square meters and a site area of 50,539 square meters, further strengthening the company’s long-term research and innovation capabilities.

Their advanced technology portfolio includes a wide range of products such as solar energy battery storage, off grid inverters, hybrid inverters, and lithium batteries in various configurations, including 12V, 24V, and 48V LiFePO4 batteries, to meet the diverse needs of their customers.

Looking Ahead: The New Year of Service
As Felicitysolar steps into 2026, they are placing an even greater emphasis on customer service, alongside their ongoing commitment to product quality. The company is proud to announce that 2026 will be their “Year of Service,” focusing on providing fast and efficient delivery services, pre- and post-sales support, technical assistance, and marketing guidance to help build long-term trust with their partners.

Felicitysolar is dedicated to making solar energy solutions more accessible and reliable for everyone, aiming to provide a more sustainable and greener energy future for all.

CONTACT:
Felicitysolar
https://felicitysolar.com
sales@felicitysolar.com 

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SOURCE Guangzhou Felicity Solar Technology Co., Ltd.