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CHESAPEAKE, Va., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On Tuesday, May 5th, Pyramid Roofing proudly reinforced its longstanding commitment to the Chesapeake community through a $5,000 donation to the Chesapeake Public Schools Education Foundation as part of the company’s “Clear the Lunch Debt” initiative. The contribution will support schools throughout the Chesapeake Public School system, helping provide meals for students and supporting a positive learning environment across the community.

For more than 30 years, Pyramid Roofing has remained deeply rooted in the values that shaped the company when it was founded by Dan Worstell. Today, under the leadership of General Manager Derek Worstell, the company continues to carry forward a culture centered on integrity, transparency, compassion, and being a dependable neighbor throughout the communities it serves.

“Community outreach has never been a side effort for Pyramid Roofing. It is part of who we are and how we operate every day,” said Derek Worstell. “My father built this company on the belief that success means doing right by people first. Supporting local students, schools, and families through initiatives like Clear the Lunch Debt is one way we continue carrying those values forward. We want the Chesapeake community to know Pyramid Roofing will always strive to lead with kindness, accountability, and a genuine commitment to our neighbors.”

The donation reflects Pyramid Roofing’s ongoing mission to invest in the communities that have supported the company for generations. By partnering with local organizations and schools, Pyramid Roofing aims to create a lasting impact beyond roofing services while continuing to strengthen the neighborhoods and families that make Chesapeake home.

About Pyramid Roofing

Founded more than 30 years ago, Pyramid Roofing is a trusted residential and commercial roofing company proudly serving communities throughout Virginia. Built on a foundation of integrity, transparency, craftsmanship, and customer care, Pyramid Roofing provides expert roofing solutions while remaining deeply committed to giving back to the communities it serves. Under the leadership of General Manager Derek Worstell, the company continues to honor the values established by their founder, Dan Worstell, through meaningful community outreach initiatives and dependable service.

About the Chesapeake Public Schools Education Foundation

The Chesapeake Public Schools Education Foundation is dedicated to supporting students, teachers, and educational opportunities throughout Chesapeake Public Schools. Through community partnerships, donations, and advocacy, the Foundation works to enhance educational experiences and provide meaningful resources that positively impact schools and students across the Chesapeake community.

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Vertex Service Partners

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Benefit supported Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports Scholars

LOS ANGELES, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global ambassador Asian Hall of Fame highlighted positive messages of interracial synergy with its Heritage Gala on May 1, 2026 at the iconic Biltmore Los Angeles. CBS LA Anchor Suzie Suh served as Master of Ceremonies of the festive Asian Heritage Month celebration brought to life by vibrant heritage costumes representing Asia, Latin America, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The intergenerational benefit funded Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports (WinTESS) scholarships for 103 applicants from all racial backgrounds.

Guests from California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, and New York applauded the Class of 2026 Official Announcement, including Asian Hall of Fame’s first-ever Major League Baseball Inductee Hideo Nomo, nominated by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and DTLA muralist Robert Vargas as Goodwill Ambassador.

Dedicated San Marino philanthropist and Board of Governors Chairwoman Melinda Rogers was honored as the 2026 Woman of the Year, with a moving speech presented by her younger brother William Rogers. Chairwoman Rogers highlighted the endearing impact of family, and delighted audiences with her custom Korean hanbok, designed alongside Anna Kim at her Koreatown boutique.

Distinguished philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis (Inductee 2007) shared an inspiring fireside chat with stories of family legacy and community empowerment. Guests received commemorative autographed memoirs, and complimentary gifts from Nan Yang Delight and SUP. Inductees in attendance were Marc Anthony Nicolas, Kristen Lui, incoming Inductees Kitty Lo and Maggie Tseng, Official Design Partner of the 2026 Season.

The dramatic Heritage Costume Show, sponsored by Meridien Vacation Homes, presented pageant holders including a Rose Pageant Princess, Miss Asia USA, Miss Teen Latina Global, Hi-Teen USA, Miss International U.S. Virgin Islands, Miss Taiwanese American, and Mrs. Asia Glamour.

Maki Mae performed from her upcoming album release with pianist Jason Lo and cellist Ryan Phipps. Walter Nishinaka and Los Angeles Taiko Collective kicked off raffle drawings, including an 18-carat gold ring donated by long-standing supporter Vartan Kazanjian, owner of Estate Jewelers of South Pasadena.

ABOUT ASIAN HALL OF FAME
Established in 2004, Asian Hall of Fame strengthens interracial synergy by advancing mainstream recognition of Asian and Native legacy. Inductees include Connie Chung, Kristi Yamaguchi, Margaret Cho, amongst others. Contact: press@asianhalloffame.org, (626) 600-9418, www.asianhalloffame.org.

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Statewide delegation marks second consecutive year at Cannes, highlighting Florida incentives, anchoring state’s presence in the global production marketplace.

CANNES, France, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Florida’s film community will return to the Marché du Film for the second consecutive year with Florida Day, hosted at the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) in the International Village Riviera. The day-long program brings together a coordinated delegation of Florida film commissions to engage international producers, financiers, and co-production partners during one of the most active windows of the global film market.

Florida Day is presented by Film Florida, the statewide entertainment production association, in partnership with Film Lauderdale, Film Keys, Film Tampa Bay, and the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission. The program follows the delegation’s 2025 debut at the FilmUSA Pavilion, which served as Florida’s first unified statewide presence at the Marché in recent years.

The day is structured around three anchor moments designed to move from informal relationship-building to substantive market dialogue:

• Pastries Under Palm Trees — 10:00 a.m. Morning meet-and-greet with the Florida delegation.
• Producing in Paradise — 2:30 p.m. A panel discussion on Florida’s production incentives, infrastructure, and project pipeline.
• Florida Happy Hour — 4:30 p.m. Networking reception with libations and conversation across the Florida and FilmUSA delegations.

The FilmUSA Pavilion serves as the United States’ collective home base at the Marché du Film, hosting 17 U.S. film commissions this year and providing a centralized point of engagement for international producers seeking to film in the United States. Florida’s programming within the pavilion reflects a broader trend of state and regional film commissions coordinating their international market presence to compete more effectively for global production.

“Florida Day is about showing up the way our industry deserves — unified, prepared, and ready to do business. The Marché is where the next slate of international productions begins to take shape, and Florida is here to be part of that conversation, showcasing the variety of robust local incentives available in our state.”

— John Lux Name, Executive Director, Film Florida

Florida’s production sector encompasses feature film, episodic television, commercial, and digital content work across the state, supported by a network of regional film commissions, experienced crew, and varied locations spanning urban, coastal, and natural environments.

Producers, financiers, and press attending the Marché du Film are invited to the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) on May 15. RSVPs are appreciated but not required at info@filmflorida.org.

ABOUT FILM FLORIDA

Film Florida is the chief marketing and advocacy organization for Florida’s for TV, Film, and Digital Media Industry. The mission is to unite, inspire and innovate to build a more robust and retentive industry in Florida. Film Florida represents all aspects of the screen industry including film commissions, industry, labor, associations and education. The growing membership driven organization provides a network, a platform, and the benefits of playing an active part in solidifying Florida’s position as a major entertainment production destination, positive economic development driver and tourism generator. For more information about Film Florida visit FilmFlorida.org.

ABOUT FILMUSA

FilmUSA is a national 501(c)(6) trade association representing more than 120 U.S. film commissions. The FilmUSA Pavilion at the Marché du Film provides a unified American presence at the world’s leading film market, supporting international producers, co-production partnerships, and the federal screen economy agenda.

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Statewide delegation marks second consecutive year at Cannes, highlighting Florida incentives, anchoring state’s presence in the global production marketplace.

CANNES, France, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Florida’s film community will return to the Marché du Film for the second consecutive year with Florida Day, hosted at the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) in the International Village Riviera. The day-long program brings together a coordinated delegation of Florida film commissions to engage international producers, financiers, and co-production partners during one of the most active windows of the global film market.

Florida Day is presented by Film Florida, the statewide entertainment production association, in partnership with Film Lauderdale, Film Keys, Film Tampa Bay, and the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission. The program follows the delegation’s 2025 debut at the FilmUSA Pavilion, which served as Florida’s first unified statewide presence at the Marché in recent years.

The day is structured around three anchor moments designed to move from informal relationship-building to substantive market dialogue:

• Pastries Under Palm Trees — 10:00 a.m. Morning meet-and-greet with the Florida delegation.
• Producing in Paradise — 2:30 p.m. A panel discussion on Florida’s production incentives, infrastructure, and project pipeline.
• Florida Happy Hour — 4:30 p.m. Networking reception with libations and conversation across the Florida and FilmUSA delegations.

The FilmUSA Pavilion serves as the United States’ collective home base at the Marché du Film, hosting 17 U.S. film commissions this year and providing a centralized point of engagement for international producers seeking to film in the United States. Florida’s programming within the pavilion reflects a broader trend of state and regional film commissions coordinating their international market presence to compete more effectively for global production.

“Florida Day is about showing up the way our industry deserves — unified, prepared, and ready to do business. The Marché is where the next slate of international productions begins to take shape, and Florida is here to be part of that conversation, showcasing the variety of robust local incentives available in our state.”

— John Lux Name, Executive Director, Film Florida

Florida’s production sector encompasses feature film, episodic television, commercial, and digital content work across the state, supported by a network of regional film commissions, experienced crew, and varied locations spanning urban, coastal, and natural environments.

Producers, financiers, and press attending the Marché du Film are invited to the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) on May 15. RSVPs are appreciated but not required at info@filmflorida.org.

ABOUT FILM FLORIDA

Film Florida is the chief marketing and advocacy organization for Florida’s for TV, Film, and Digital Media Industry. The mission is to unite, inspire and innovate to build a more robust and retentive industry in Florida. Film Florida represents all aspects of the screen industry including film commissions, industry, labor, associations and education. The growing membership driven organization provides a network, a platform, and the benefits of playing an active part in solidifying Florida’s position as a major entertainment production destination, positive economic development driver and tourism generator. For more information about Film Florida visit FilmFlorida.org.

ABOUT FILMUSA

FilmUSA is a national 501(c)(6) trade association representing more than 120 U.S. film commissions. The FilmUSA Pavilion at the Marché du Film provides a unified American presence at the world’s leading film market, supporting international producers, co-production partnerships, and the federal screen economy agenda.

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Statewide delegation marks second consecutive year at Cannes, highlighting Florida incentives, anchoring state’s presence in the global production marketplace.

CANNES, France, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Florida’s film community will return to the Marché du Film for the second consecutive year with Florida Day, hosted at the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) in the International Village Riviera. The day-long program brings together a coordinated delegation of Florida film commissions to engage international producers, financiers, and co-production partners during one of the most active windows of the global film market.

Florida Day is presented by Film Florida, the statewide entertainment production association, in partnership with Film Lauderdale, Film Keys, Film Tampa Bay, and the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission. The program follows the delegation’s 2025 debut at the FilmUSA Pavilion, which served as Florida’s first unified statewide presence at the Marché in recent years.

The day is structured around three anchor moments designed to move from informal relationship-building to substantive market dialogue:

• Pastries Under Palm Trees — 10:00 a.m. Morning meet-and-greet with the Florida delegation.
• Producing in Paradise — 2:30 p.m. A panel discussion on Florida’s production incentives, infrastructure, and project pipeline.
• Florida Happy Hour — 4:30 p.m. Networking reception with libations and conversation across the Florida and FilmUSA delegations.

The FilmUSA Pavilion serves as the United States’ collective home base at the Marché du Film, hosting 17 U.S. film commissions this year and providing a centralized point of engagement for international producers seeking to film in the United States. Florida’s programming within the pavilion reflects a broader trend of state and regional film commissions coordinating their international market presence to compete more effectively for global production.

“Florida Day is about showing up the way our industry deserves — unified, prepared, and ready to do business. The Marché is where the next slate of international productions begins to take shape, and Florida is here to be part of that conversation, showcasing the variety of robust local incentives available in our state.”

— John Lux Name, Executive Director, Film Florida

Florida’s production sector encompasses feature film, episodic television, commercial, and digital content work across the state, supported by a network of regional film commissions, experienced crew, and varied locations spanning urban, coastal, and natural environments.

Producers, financiers, and press attending the Marché du Film are invited to the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) on May 15. RSVPs are appreciated but not required at info@filmflorida.org.

ABOUT FILM FLORIDA

Film Florida is the chief marketing and advocacy organization for Florida’s for TV, Film, and Digital Media Industry. The mission is to unite, inspire and innovate to build a more robust and retentive industry in Florida. Film Florida represents all aspects of the screen industry including film commissions, industry, labor, associations and education. The growing membership driven organization provides a network, a platform, and the benefits of playing an active part in solidifying Florida’s position as a major entertainment production destination, positive economic development driver and tourism generator. For more information about Film Florida visit FilmFlorida.org.

ABOUT FILMUSA

FilmUSA is a national 501(c)(6) trade association representing more than 120 U.S. film commissions. The FilmUSA Pavilion at the Marché du Film provides a unified American presence at the world’s leading film market, supporting international producers, co-production partnerships, and the federal screen economy agenda.

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Statewide delegation marks second consecutive year at Cannes, highlighting Florida incentives, anchoring state’s presence in the global production marketplace.

CANNES, France, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Florida’s film community will return to the Marché du Film for the second consecutive year with Florida Day, hosted at the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) in the International Village Riviera. The day-long program brings together a coordinated delegation of Florida film commissions to engage international producers, financiers, and co-production partners during one of the most active windows of the global film market.

Florida Day is presented by Film Florida, the statewide entertainment production association, in partnership with Film Lauderdale, Film Keys, Film Tampa Bay, and the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission. The program follows the delegation’s 2025 debut at the FilmUSA Pavilion, which served as Florida’s first unified statewide presence at the Marché in recent years.

The day is structured around three anchor moments designed to move from informal relationship-building to substantive market dialogue:

• Pastries Under Palm Trees — 10:00 a.m. Morning meet-and-greet with the Florida delegation.
• Producing in Paradise — 2:30 p.m. A panel discussion on Florida’s production incentives, infrastructure, and project pipeline.
• Florida Happy Hour — 4:30 p.m. Networking reception with libations and conversation across the Florida and FilmUSA delegations.

The FilmUSA Pavilion serves as the United States’ collective home base at the Marché du Film, hosting 17 U.S. film commissions this year and providing a centralized point of engagement for international producers seeking to film in the United States. Florida’s programming within the pavilion reflects a broader trend of state and regional film commissions coordinating their international market presence to compete more effectively for global production.

“Florida Day is about showing up the way our industry deserves — unified, prepared, and ready to do business. The Marché is where the next slate of international productions begins to take shape, and Florida is here to be part of that conversation, showcasing the variety of robust local incentives available in our state.”

— John Lux Name, Executive Director, Film Florida

Florida’s production sector encompasses feature film, episodic television, commercial, and digital content work across the state, supported by a network of regional film commissions, experienced crew, and varied locations spanning urban, coastal, and natural environments.

Producers, financiers, and press attending the Marché du Film are invited to the FilmUSA Pavilion (#107) on May 15. RSVPs are appreciated but not required at info@filmflorida.org.

ABOUT FILM FLORIDA

Film Florida is the chief marketing and advocacy organization for Florida’s for TV, Film, and Digital Media Industry. The mission is to unite, inspire and innovate to build a more robust and retentive industry in Florida. Film Florida represents all aspects of the screen industry including film commissions, industry, labor, associations and education. The growing membership driven organization provides a network, a platform, and the benefits of playing an active part in solidifying Florida’s position as a major entertainment production destination, positive economic development driver and tourism generator. For more information about Film Florida visit FilmFlorida.org.

ABOUT FILMUSA

FilmUSA is a national 501(c)(6) trade association representing more than 120 U.S. film commissions. The FilmUSA Pavilion at the Marché du Film provides a unified American presence at the world’s leading film market, supporting international producers, co-production partnerships, and the federal screen economy agenda.

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SOURCE Film USA

BOSTON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — STAG Industrial, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: STAG) announced today that it has published its 2025 Sustainability Report.

“STAG’s focus on sustainability contributes to a resilient portfolio that creates enduring value for our shareholders and the communities we serve,” said Bill Crooker, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. “STAG is committed to advancing meaningful environmental initiatives that support our broader mission of long-term growth.”

The Sustainability Report can be found on the Company’s website (www.stagindustrial.com) under the “Featured Documents” section in the Investor Relations tab.

About STAG Industrial, Inc.

STAG Industrial, Inc. is a real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development, ownership and operation of industrial properties throughout the United States. As of March 31, 2026, the Company’s portfolio consists of 601 buildings in 41 states with approximately 120.3 million rentable square feet.

For additional information, please visit the Company’s website at www.stagindustrial.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, together with other statements and information publicly disseminated by the Company, contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and includes this statement for purposes of complying with these safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe the Company’s future plans, strategies and expectations, are generally identifiable by use of the words “believe,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “should,” “project” or similar expressions. You should not rely on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company’s control and which could materially affect actual results, performances or achievements. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, the risk factors discussed in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 as updated by the Company’s quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Accordingly, there is no assurance that the Company’s expectations will be realized. Except as otherwise required by the federal securities laws, the Company disclaims any obligation or undertaking to publicly release any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement contained herein (or elsewhere) to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

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BOSTON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — STAG Industrial, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: STAG) announced today that it has published its 2025 Sustainability Report.

“STAG’s focus on sustainability contributes to a resilient portfolio that creates enduring value for our shareholders and the communities we serve,” said Bill Crooker, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. “STAG is committed to advancing meaningful environmental initiatives that support our broader mission of long-term growth.”

The Sustainability Report can be found on the Company’s website (www.stagindustrial.com) under the “Featured Documents” section in the Investor Relations tab.

About STAG Industrial, Inc.

STAG Industrial, Inc. is a real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development, ownership and operation of industrial properties throughout the United States. As of March 31, 2026, the Company’s portfolio consists of 601 buildings in 41 states with approximately 120.3 million rentable square feet.

For additional information, please visit the Company’s website at www.stagindustrial.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, together with other statements and information publicly disseminated by the Company, contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and includes this statement for purposes of complying with these safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe the Company’s future plans, strategies and expectations, are generally identifiable by use of the words “believe,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “should,” “project” or similar expressions. You should not rely on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company’s control and which could materially affect actual results, performances or achievements. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, the risk factors discussed in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 as updated by the Company’s quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Accordingly, there is no assurance that the Company’s expectations will be realized. Except as otherwise required by the federal securities laws, the Company disclaims any obligation or undertaking to publicly release any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement contained herein (or elsewhere) to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

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• New Megafactory to produce 1 GWh of second-life battery systems and create 100+ jobs across British Columbia in the first 5 years
• Expansion follows US$40M Series B and US$100M+ total funding to scale domestic energy infrastructure
• Facility to power AI, data centers and industry by unlocking North America’s largest untapped energy resource

VANCOUVER, BC and AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Moment Energy, the architect of the next generation of power infrastructure, today announced it is building the world’s largest battery repurposing facility in Vancouver, British Columbia over the next 6 weeks, marking a major step forward in scaling domestic energy storage infrastructure and the fastest in the world to scale battery manufacturing.

The announcement comes just weeks after the company’s US$40 million Series B funding round, which brought total capital raised to over US$100 million and underscored growing investor confidence in Moment Energy’s leading role in the future of energy systems.

The new facility, expected to be complete and fully operational by the end of June 2026, will significantly expand Moment Energy’s manufacturing footprint in North America, enabling the company to meet rapidly increasing demand from data centers, industrial customers and utilities facing mounting pressure on power availability.

The Vancouver site is engineered for rapid deployment, accelerating the delivery of energy storage systems to sectors where power availability is now the primary growth bottleneck.

As power demand accelerates, energy storage adoption has become critical to grow. Moment Energy is addressing this challenge by repurposing EV batteries already on North American roads, transforming them into cost-effective, rapidly deployable energy storage systems.

“This is about building the infrastructure needed to support the next generation of energy demand,” said Edward Chiang, Co-Founder and CEO of Moment Energy. “We are proud to establish this facility in Canada, the country where Moment Energy was founded, to foster domestic manufacturing. This scaling solution utilizes existing battery resources to deliver the reliable, affordable power that is so crucial right now.

Once complete, the Vancouver site will be the largest battery repurposing facility in the world, with capacity reaching 1 GWh by 2030 and to create more than 100 skilled jobs.

The facility will operate as a fully vertically integrated system, managing the entire lifecycle from battery intake and testing through to integration and deployment. It will also be one of the only facilities globally operating under UL 1974 certification.

By maintaining a fully domestic supply chain, the facility ensures batteries remain within North America, supporting local manufacturing while reducing reliance on foreign battery supply chains.

Moment Energy’s expansion taps into what is rapidly becoming one of North America’s most important untapped energy assets: retired EV batteries.

With hundreds of gigawatt-hours of batteries expected to come offline in the coming decade, second-life battery systems represent a scalable, near-term solution to energy storage shortages.

Compared to traditional battery manufacturing, repurposing enables faster deployment timelines and significantly lower costs, while extending the useful life of critical materials.

This positions Moment Energy at the center of a rapidly expanding market, as energy storage demand from AI infrastructure continues to accelerate.

By aligning with evolving policy priorities around local manufacturing, energy resilience and critical mineral utilization, the project reinforces Canada’s position as a leader in sustainable energy infrastructure.

About Moment Energy

Moment Energy is the first and only company building commercial-scale battery energy storage from second-life EV batteries — fully certified across the UL safety stack and deployed in the field today. Our systems power data centers, hospitals, factories, and microgrids across North America, sourced from batteries already on the continent’s roads, manufactured in Texas and British Columbia. Moment partners with major automakers, including Mercedes-Benz Energy, to put retired EV batteries back to work before they’re recycled.

For more information, please visit https://www.momentenergy.com/

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The 2026 Global Big Day once again highlighted Colombia’s exceptional bird diversity, with the country topping the event organized by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

MIAMI, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Held each May, the Global Big Day brings together thousands of birdwatchers, scientists, local communities, and nature enthusiasts from countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, India, Kenya, and Australia. Participants document bird species in real time as part of a global citizen science initiative focused on biodiversity conservation.

With more than 1,560 bird species recorded in a single day, Colombia outperformed Peru, Brazil, and Ecuador, strengthening its reputation as the most bird-diverse country on the planet.

“This achievement confirms The Country of Beauty as a global benchmark for biodiversity and nature tourism”, said Carmen Caballero, President of ProColombia, the country’s promotion agency. “Birdwatching has become a powerful platform to showcase Colombia’s extraordinary ecosystems, promote sustainable regional development, and attract travelers seeking authentic and responsible experiences.”

Home to more than 1,954 bird species, the highest number recorded worldwide, the country also counts approximately 82 endemic species and over 150 migratory species. Nearly 10% of global biodiversity is found within its territory, distributed across more than 300 ecosystems that span the Andes Mountains, Amazon rainforest, Caribbean and Pacific coasts, as well as savannas, deserts, and snow-capped peaks across six tourism regions.

Among the top-performing areas in this year’s count were the departments of Meta, Cundinamarca, Valle del Cauca, Antioquia, and Caldas, which recorded the highest number of bird observations nationwide. Highlights included thousands of White-winged Parakeets, Fork-tailed Flycatchers, and Brown Pelicans in Gorgona National Natural Park.

Leadership in the Global Big Day has remained steady over the past decade, with the country topping most editions since 2017, including consecutive wins from 2023 through 2026.

Beyond biodiversity rankings, tourism continues to strengthen as a key economic driver. In 2025, Colombia generated more than US$11.2 billion in tourism revenue and received over 22 million non-resident visitors between August 2022 and December 2025, with the United States as its leading source market. Nature-based experiences, from birdwatching and wildlife observation to whale watching and community tourism, are increasingly shaping visitor demand.

“As global travelers seek meaningful and sustainable experiences, Colombia stands out as a destination where biodiversity, conservation, and community-driven tourism converge to define the future of travel”, Caballero concluded.

For more information, visit Colombia.travel/en

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