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Learn how cutting-edge technologies are empowering environmental sustainability.

JUPITER, Fla., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Discoveries Today will focus on innovations in sustainable technologies for the workplace.

The segment will highlight how Island Pure is helping businesses succeed, while also giving back to the community and protecting the environment. Audiences will hear how its high-quality water, ice, and coffee systems eliminate the need for bottled water and are designed to minimize the impact on the environment.

“We look forward to sharing how sustainable solutions are elevating the workplace,” said Dustin Schwarz, programming director for Discoveries Today.

About Island Pure:
Through a commitment to exceptional customer service and high-quality products, Island Pure has helped businesses throughout Florida make a positive impact on the environment and the health of their teams. Today, the company is known for its exceptional, VIP level of service, high-quality products, and commitment to sustainability.

About Discoveries Today:
Discoveries Today is an information-based educational television series dedicated to highlighting recent advances taking place across several industries and economies. Featuring an array of cutting-edge improvements, state-of-the-art technologies, and groundbreaking environmental and sustainable solutions, the program shines a light on several important issues and topics. Backed by an award-winning team of writers, directors, and producers, the series remains dedicated to producing commercial-free, educational programming for viewers and networks. 

For more information, please visit www.DiscoveriesToday.com or call 866-992-0665.

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Company announces progress in building resilience through process integration, product innovation and strengthening communities

SYDNEY and CHICAGO, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE / ASX : JHX) (“James Hardie” or the “Company”), a leading provider of exterior home and outdoor living solutions, and a company inspiring how communities design, build and grow, today released its latest annual sustainability report entitled “Building Resilience.”

“At James Hardie, sustainability is foundational to how we do business. We are continuing to make progress, evolve and innovate to ensure homes are built to last,” said Aaron Erter, Chief Executive Officer. “Sustainability is a journey, and this continues with our recent acquisition of The AZEK^® Company in July 2025. As the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, we have never been better positioned to explore a variety of ways we can improve our communities and our planet. At James Hardie we are constantly working towards our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™.”

The report features initiatives to advance the Company’s purpose and details progress across the four primary pillars of the Company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy: Zero Harm, Planet, Innovation and Communities. Highlights from the report for fiscal year 2025 include:

Integration into Business Processes

• Sustainability strategies continue to be integrated into the Hardie Manufacturing Operating System (HMOS).
• Short-term internal natural gas targets were set for each region, helping drive the reduction of Scope 1+2 emissions by 14 percent in fiscal year 2025 from the calendar year 2021 baseline.

Circular Supply Chain

• Efforts to reduce waste and create a circular supply chain for fiber cement products in North America plants diverted over 11 percent of manufacturing waste from local landfills in fiscal year 2025.
• In the Asia Pacific region, James Hardie eliminated 98 percent of waste material sent to landfills by either recycling it back into production processes or sending it to local companies to keep waste materials in the value stream.

Zero Harm

• Over a three-year period, James Hardie is investing more than $75 million in strategic safety infrastructure projects globally.
• Safety standards for energy control processes, machine guarding, working from heights and electrical safety were developed and independently approved in North America and Asia Pacific.

Product Innovation

• James Hardie debuted the TimberHue™ Collection in North America, featuring two-tone, premium finishes in eight authentic wood-look colors – engineered to withstand harsh weather and made with noncombustible* James Hardie technology. In addition, its long-lasting performance reduces the need for replacement over time, conserving materials and resources.
• The Hardie™ Architectural Collection expanded to include Hardie^® Artisan^® Siding, featuring extra-thick lap boards and deep shadow lines for a natural wood aesthetic with the strength and resilience of fiber cement, providing superior overall durability to help protect homes from fire damage while delivering a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution that supports more sustainable home exteriors.
• In Europe, fermacell^® Therm25™, an easy-to-install fiber gypsum product, has lower CO2 emissions compared to conventional flooring and incorporates recycled gypsum, reducing landfill waste and reliance on mined materials.
• In the United States, Green Builder Media recognized James Hardie as an innovation and brand leader, naming Hardie^® Artisan^® Trim as a 2025 Sustainable Product of the Year for its distinctive design, superior performance and lasting value. 

Respecting Human Rights

• James Hardie launched a global human rights policy and completed the first salient issues review, conducting on-site social compliance audits of the few tier-one suppliers in high-risk environments.

Stronger Workforce

• The launch of the BuildWell program is helping to create a culture of well-being, where employees are supported with education, resources and opportunities for their physical, mental, social and financial well-being, tailored to the specific needs of employees in different regions.

Stronger Communities

• James Hardie contributed $1.65 billion in economic value to the communities in which it operates through capital expenditures at plants and by investing in employees, local ecosystems and across the supplier base.
• James Hardie continued its global collaboration with Habitat for Humanity^® International, and provided 29 Habitat Strong grants to build affordable and climate-resilient homes in fiscal year 2025.

Integrating with The AZEK^® Company

As announced in July 2025, James Hardie successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of The AZEK^® Company (“AZEK”). James Hardie now features a portfolio of high-performance, low-maintenance exterior and outdoor living brands, including Hardie^®, TimberTech^®, AZEK^® Exteriors, Versatex^®, fermacell^®, StruXure^®, Ultralox^® and Intex^®.

AZEK^® embeds sustainability into every stage of its operations, from material sourcing and manufacturing to product durability and end-of-life solutions. Guided by a full-circle approach, AZEK^® transforms waste and scrap into high-performance, long-lasting materials and aims to incorporate one billion pounds of recycled content into its manufacturing annually. Its latest and final stand-alone FULL-CIRCLE report highlighting progress toward environmental and recycling initiatives during AZEK^®‘s fiscal 2024 is available here.

“As we continue to integrate with AZEK^®, we are harnessing our collective strengths to advance our sustainability leadership and position the combined company for even greater impact. This work is shaping the next generation of our sustainability goals, and we look forward to sharing more on this important topic in the future,” said Amanda Cimaglia, Vice President, Global Sustainability.

Building Resilience

James Hardie’s sustainability goals align directly with issues that matter most to its stakeholders and overall corporate objectives. The Company’s sustainability strategy is driven through cross-functional collaboration, including research and development, engineering, manufacturing, finance and human resources leadership.

In fiscal year 2023, James Hardie adopted new, more ambitious sustainability goals to help track and assess progress. In fiscal year 2024, the Company set near-term regional targets that roll up to overall longer-term goals. Each regional president is held accountable for attaining these targets in the region and is provided funding in the regional budget to support initiatives at the local level. As a result, the entire organization is engaged in and committed to these goals.

*Hardie® fiber cement products are noncombustible and/or have a Class A fire rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Fiber cement fire resistance does not extend to applied paints or coatings, which may be damaged or char when exposed to flames. The use of noncombustible siding, combined with other fire mitigation measures, may help harden a home against external fire.

For more information about James Hardie Building Products Inc., visit www.jameshardie.com. 

About James Hardie 

James Hardie Industries plc is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and composite and PVC decking and railing products. Products offered by James Hardie are engineered for beauty, durability, and climate resilience, and include trusted brands like Hardie^®, TimberTech^®, AZEK^® Exteriors, Versatex^®, fermacell^® and StruXure^®. With a global footprint, the James Hardie portfolio is marketed and sold throughout North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

James Hardie Industries plc is incorporated and existing under the laws of Ireland. As an Irish plc, James Hardie is governed by the Irish Companies Act. James Hardie’s principal executive offices are located at 1st Floor, Block A, One Park Place, Upper Hatch Street, Dublin 2, D02 FD79, Ireland.

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Forward-Looking Statements 

This Media Release contains forward-looking statements and information that are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Additional important factors relating to the Company that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties set forth in Section 3 “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 (the “Company 2025 Annual Report”); changes in general economic, political, governmental and business conditions globally and in the countries in which the Company does business; changes in interest rates; changes in inflation rates; changes in exchange rates; the level of construction generally; changes in cement demand and prices; changes in raw material and energy prices; changes in business strategy and various other factors. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein. James Hardie assumes no obligation to update or correct the information contained in this Media Release except as required by law.

This media release has been authorized by the James Hardie Board of Directors.

Investor and Media Contact

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Vice President, Investor Relations

Telephone: +1 773-970-1213 
Email: investors@jameshardie.com

James Hardie Industries plc is a limited liability company incorporated in Ireland with its registered office at 1st Floor, Block A, One Park Place, Upper Hatch Street, Dublin 2, D02 FD79, Ireland.

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Combination pairs leading brands: Remedy Meds, Keeps, Nurx, and Cove, with a nationwide clinician and pharmacy network to expand access to high-demand, digitally scalable treatments.

SUMMIT, N.J., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Remedy Meds, LLC, a consumer virtual-care and pharmacy platform, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Thirty Madison, Inc. (“Thirty Madison”). The transaction creates a larger, multi-brand platform across women’s, men’s, and metabolic health.

The transaction, which is valued just north of $500M, will be funded through an all-stock deal. Closing is expected in Q4 2025, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory review.

Strategic Rationale

• Scaled, multi-brand platform. Combines Remedy Meds (weight loss), Keeps (men’s hair loss), Nurx (women’s health), and Cove (migraine) under one consumer-centric platform with cross-category trust and funnel efficiency.
• Integrated care & pharmacy. Nationwide clinician coverage, insurance coverage, and an integrated pharmacy fulfillment network support same-day video visits, rapid prescription review, tailored treatment plans, and direct-to-door delivery.
• Robust financial performance. Remedy Meds today sits at $450M+ in annual revenue with substantial profitability, allowing Thirty Madison’s profitable, $220M+ revenue business to benefit from the financials of a scaled operating platform.

Executive Quotes

“By bringing together Thirty Madison’s trusted brands with Remedy Med’s acquisition engine, retention system, and pharmacy infrastructure, we will broaden access, shorten time-to-treatment, and maintain the financial discipline that has defined our growth,” said Haris Memon, Founder and CEO of Remedy Meds.

“Thirty Madison and Remedy Meds share a belief that patients deserve a better healthcare experience. Together we will deliver on making high-quality specialty care easier to access for millions of patients across the conditions we serve. I’m grateful to our teammates, clinicians, and partners who made this possible — and incredibly excited for what we’ll build together in this next stage of growth as a part of Remedy Meds,” said Demetri Karagas, CEO and Co-Founder of Thirty Madison.

About Remedy Meds

Remedy Meds is a consumer health platform that combines a performance-driven acquisition engine, a clinical retention system, and a national, integrated pharmacy care network to deliver affordable, convenient treatment for high-demand conditions.

About Thirty Madison

Thirty Madison offers end-to-end, high-quality virtual specialized care for patients experiencing a range of conditions. Through its brands — Keeps for men’s hair loss, Nurx for women’s health, and Cove for migraine — Thirty Madison supports the unique needs of its patients with ongoing access to personalized care and specialty-level telemedicine. Thirty Madison’s unique care model delivers care that is accessible, affordable, and focused on improving outcomes.

Media Contact: media@remedymeds.com

Methuselah Advisors served as financial advisor, and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP served as legal counsel to Remedy Meds. Centerview Partners served as financial advisor, and Cooley LLP served as legal counsel to Thirty Madison.

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Broadens services to support surging energy demand and refreshes brand

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Solas Energy®, a leading US energy consulting firm, is launching a new strategy to respond to rapid changes in the North American energy market. The company is broadening its service offerings beyond renewable energy and energy storage to add support for data centers, utilities, stand-alone high-voltage transmission and substations, and conventional generation projects.

With more than 100 gigawatts of experience, Solas Energy is building on its renewable energy legacy to help clients succeed in a dynamic market. Its future-focused services position the company to deliver greater value across emerging sectors while advancing a stronger, more resilient US energy infrastructure.

“We’ve always put our customers first. Our new strategy will help them adapt to market shifts, deliver energy to the grid, and seize new growth opportunities,” said Evelyn Carpenter, President and CEO of Solas Energy. “Solas Energy is positioned for success in today’s energy landscape that calls for diversified strategies and energy sources. Our team is excited to put our strong track record to work in vital growth areas like data centers and next-generation infrastructure.”

To support its US market expansion, Solas Energy is introducing a refreshed brand and website at www.solasenergyus.com underscoring the company’s commitment to energy innovation, agility, and sustainability. The company will debut its brand at the 2025 RE+ conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, September 8-11.

Solas Energy has also separated its brand from its former Canadian collaborator, Solas Energy Consulting Inc., which will pursue opportunities in Canada and internationally. Solas Energy will continue to provide its full suite of services—including owner’s engineering, project and construction management, development support, operations, and repowering strategy—with the same client-centered approach that has defined its work since 2009.

About Solas Energy
Solas Energy, headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a US-based consulting firm specializing in energy projects across renewables, data centers, storage, high-voltage projects, and conventional generation infrastructure. With 16 years of experience on more than 100 gigawatts of projects, Solas Energy provides services including owner’s engineering, project and construction management, and development support. The company is focused on US opportunities, supporting clients with proven expertise and future-focused solutions. Learn more at www.solasenergyus.com or follow us at www.linkedin.com/company/solasenergy-us.

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From Rare Plants to Uncommon Crystals, In-App Users Can Now Compete on the Popular Live Selling Marketplace for High-Value Treasures Starting Above $35

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Palmstreet (https://palmstreet.app/), the live-shopping marketplace app, launches Long-Form Auctions, its latest integration into its lineup of buying and selling features. Palmstreet is known for offering an extensive variety of products from plants, pottery, crystals, to beauty, home decor, and even live reptiles from independent sellers. Unlike its fast-paced livestream auction platform, Palmstreet’s Long-Form Auctions run for up to three days with bids starting above $35, allowing time for buyers to explore unique listings, consider options, and place bids confidently on big-ticket items.

The new format opens the door for sellers to earn higher profits by competitively pricing their rarest, most valuable goods, while giving shoppers the chance to secure coveted pieces at attractive prices. With Long-Form Auctions, buyers gain access to exclusive items not typically found in standard listings, making it a must for discerning collectors. From rare plants and one-of-a-kind art, jewelry, crystals, and other sought-after collectibles and luxury goods, these auctions spotlight Palmstreet’s most in-demand treasures.

Since the implementation of Long-Form Auctions, Palmstreet has seen over 200 sellers post nearly 500 listings since the feature went live. Most recently, the sale of a $1,030 “Grey Fairy” Hoya plant made it the highest bid on Palmstreet’s Long-Form Auction platform to date. 

In order for potential sellers and buyers to access Palmstreet’s Long-Form Auctions, they need to first download the Palmstreet mobile app free of charge via iOS or the Google Play store.

Palmstreet makes buying with Long-Form Auction simple:

• Buyers can sort through auctions organized by Popular, Highest Bids, Ending Soon, or Recently Added.
• When placing a bid, users can open any auction listing to view product information, shipping & policies, and visit the My Bids section to easily track auctions already joined.
• The Palmstreet App keeps buyers informed with real-time notifications and status updates to manage multiple auctions.
• For first-time bidders, Palmstreet implements a verification check to ensure buyer legitimacy, providing peace of mind for sellers.

“From livestreams to purges, and now Long-Form Auctions, we’re excited to keep expanding our in-app features that provide ways for our community to connect and shop,” said Chen Li, CEO and Founder of Palmstreet. “This high-stakes auction format provides an opportunity to buy and sell premium items in a way that hasn’t been available on Palmstreet before, while creating greater value for both collectors and small businesses.”

Sellers can list products for the Long-Form Auction by following five easy steps:

• Apply to become a verified seller on the Palmstreet app.
• Once approved, navigate to the “Shop” tab to access the Palmstreet marketplace.
• Tap the “+” button and select “Auction” and the “Longform” option to include a detailed description and high-quality product photos.
• Start the bid at $35+, choose a duration between 24, 48, and 72 hours, and promote the auction on social media platforms to gain traction.
• Manage the auction on the listing with the three-dot drop-down menu to edit description, photos, and price, after the auction goes live.

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ABOUT PALMSTREET

Established in 2020, Palmstreet stands as a vibrant LIVE shopping platform dedicated to the unique world of rare and collectible plants, alongside coveted treasures like crystals and artisanal decor. Rooted in fostering community, the app has embraced the empowering and nurturing spirit of its live marketplace, expanding into diverse offerings and championing fellow artisans. Palmstreet’s live selling videos provide an immersive and interactive shopping experience like no other. Imagine tuning in to a live stream where you can engage directly with sellers, ask questions about the products, and even see demonstrations in real time. For more information, please visit: www.palmstreet.app

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Each retrofit saved $78,000 compared to buying new EVs, and a signed Letter of Intent will expand this model nationwide across Pickup Please’s fleet.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pickup Please, the donation pickup service operated by Red White & Blue Thrift Store, has officially launched the nation’s first electric donation trucks in partnership with Evolectric. The vehicles were converted using Evolectric’s CircularEV™ solution and have been operating across the Greater Los Angeles area since May. This milestone positions Pickup Please as the first U.S. thrift fleet to electrify its vehicles.

Just as Pickup Please gives new life to donated household goods and clothing, this EV initiative gives new life to trusted trucks. The approach reinforces a truly circular model that reduces waste while serving local communities.

The converted trucks, which have served the Los Angeles community for years, now begin their next chapter from mile zero. They are fully electric, zero emission, and equipped with smart-enabled technology. The trucks are used for residential donation pickups and local deliveries to Red White & Blue Thrift Store locations, a stop-and-go duty cycle that highlights the practicality of EV retrofits for urban fleets.

Unlike many EV deployments that depend on subsidies, these trucks were deployed without government incentives. Each conversion saved approximately $78,000 per vehicle, representing a 45% reduction in capital costs compared to purchasing new electric trucks. This demonstrates that fleets can electrify affordably and at scale without relying on subsidies. Evolectric and Pickup Please have also signed a Letter of Intent to expand this model nationwide across the organization’s entire fleet.

Drivers report significantly quieter operation, enabling earlier morning starts in residential areas. Early results reinforce the business case by showing lower operating costs through reduced fuel expenses, lower maintenance needs, and more uptime from higher reliability. Together these benefits demonstrate how electrification can improve both operational efficiency and community impact.

“At Pickup Please, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From repurposing household goods to reducing our carbon footprint, we are committed to making a difference. Our EV conversion initiative is another step toward a cleaner future, ensuring that every pickup contributes to a healthier planet,” said Boomer Butler, CEO of Pickup Please.

In partnership with EverCharge, an EV charging solutions provider, two AC chargers were installed at Pickup Please’s Los Angeles facility using existing power availability to support overnight charging. This approach kept costs under $10,000 and limited the deployment timeline to just a few weeks, minimizing downtime and enabling a fast return to service.

“Seeing these donation trucks reborn as electric vehicles and serving Los Angeles neighborhoods shows what circular electrification is all about. It is faster, more affordable, and more sustainable than starting from scratch. Circular electrification lets fleets cut costs and emissions without sacrificing reliability or economics,” said Jakson Alvarez, Co-Founder of Evolectric.

CircularEV™ is Evolectric’s proprietary retrofit solution converting existing trucks into fully electric, smart vehicles by reusing, refreshing, and redeploying fleets.

“Together, we are not just upgrading vehicles. We are driving meaningful change for communities and the environment,” added George Diaz, Director of Fleet Management at Pickup Please.

Evolectric’s strategy centers on scaling through a certified network of service centers, upfitters, and dealers providing high-quality installations and service near fleet operations. This decentralized model enables rapid deployment, creates skilled jobs, and keeps investment in local communities.

About Pickup Please
Pickup Please, operated by Red White & Blue Thrift Store, makes donating easy and accessible, helping communities declutter while supporting charities.

About Evolectric
Evolectric is a California-based technology company helping fleets electrify smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Its CircularEV™ platform converts existing trucks into fully electric, smart vehicles while reducing carbon footprints by up to 50%.

Contact:
Nathalie Stein
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Landmark project to deliver 214 apartments with modern amenities and neighborhood-oriented retail, enhancing the legacy of the Westlake Shopping Center

DALY CITY, Calif., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bozzuto, in partnership with Kimco Realty (NYSE: KIM), today announced the start of construction for The Chester at Westlake, a landmark mixed-use development that will be Daly City’s first major predominantly market-rate apartment community in more than 15 years. Scheduled to open in winter 2027, the community will bring thoughtfully designed residences, dynamic amenities and a vibrant sense of place to one of the Bay Area’s most established planned communities.

The Chester at Westlake advances Kimco’s strategy of transforming its premier retail centers into vibrant mixed-use destinations. The project also reflects Bozzuto’s nationally recognized expertise in creating award-winning residential communities and expands its management presence in the region. This is the partnership’s second joint venture, following Coulter Place, a mixed-use development adjacent to the historic Suburban Square shopping center on Philadelphia’s Main Line, which broke ground in 2023 and is scheduled to open later this year.

“We are honored to partner again with Kimco on The Chester at Westlake, Bozzuto’s first ground-up development on the West Coast,” said Toby Bozzuto, President & Chief Executive Officer, Bozzuto. “Together, we are creating a vibrant community that will combine an extraordinary living experience with a thriving retail destination, ensuring Westlake Shopping Center remains a cornerstone of Daly City’s future. This work reflects the strength of our partnership and the remarkable possibilities that emerge when residential and retail expertise come together.”

Located at 99 Southgate Avenue in Daly City, just south of San Francisco and less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean, Interstate 280 and BART, The Chester will include 214 residential units featuring studio, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments (70% of which will offer a private balcony or terrace), more than 13,000 square feet of amenities, and nearly 10,000 square feet of leasable ground-floor retail space. The Chester is part of the iconic Westlake Shopping Center, one of the earliest planned shopping centers in the United States and a longstanding community hub in the Bay Area. Daly City and its neighborhoods were built around Westlake, establishing it as the city’s central retail and commercial core. The Chester will add modern residences, amenities, and retail that enhance Westlake’s legacy as a destination while supporting the city’s growth and vitality.

“Westlake has always been at the heart of Daly City, and with The Chester we are writing its next chapter,” said Kimco CEO Conor Flynn. “This project reflects our strategy of transforming high-quality retail destinations into thriving mixed-use communities that bring new housing, amenities, and energy to one of the Bay Area’s most established neighborhoods. Daly City is also where I began my career at Kimco, so helping to guide its evolution represents a full-circle moment, both for me and for our company.”

At the heart of The Chester are thoughtfully designed spaces that cater to modern living. The community will feature a 2-story, hospitality-inspired lobby and two landscaped courtyards connected by a clubroom that flows into each. The west courtyard will serve as an active social hub, with an outdoor kitchen and grilling stations, a water feature, and ample lounge and dining areas for entertaining or connecting with neighbors. The serene east courtyard will provide a peaceful retreat with a covered lounge, fireplace, and lush landscaping for quiet relaxation. Additional amenities include a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga room, collaborative co-working spaces and personal focus areas, a communal bar area with lounge seating, and a breathtaking rooftop sky lounge and patio offering panoramic views. Together, these spaces blend community connection, wellness, and personal retreat.

Bozzuto Development Company will serve as lead developer of The Chester, together with Kimco’s experience in developing, owning and operating vibrant retail destinations across the country. Kimco has owned and operated Westlake Shopping Center since 2002.  

Construction financing for The Chester is supported by J.P. Morgan. “J.P. Morgan is proud to support Bozzuto and Kimco Realty in the development of The Chester at Westlake, a landmark residential project that marks a new era for Daly City. This development will help enrich the community by offering modern living spaces and amenities, fostering a dynamic environment that celebrates the area’s rich history while paving the way for its future growth.”

Project Facts – The Chester at Westlake
Address: 99 Southgate Avenue, Daly City, CA
Site Size: 1.93 acres
Residential Units: 214 units
Residential SF: 250,000 SF
Amenities: 13,000 SF, including dual courtyards and indoor clubroom
Retail: 9,854 NRSF
Developer: Bozzuto Development and Kimco Realty
Property Manager: Bozzuto Management
Architect: BDE Architecture
Civil Engineer: Kimley-Horn
Interior Designer: Vida Design
Landscape Architecture: JETT Landscape Architecture & Design
General Contractor: Palisade Builders
Sustainability: Targeting LEED Gold Certification

About Bozzuto
Bozzuto is an experience-focused real estate company distinguished by its innovative developments, dedicated customer service, and top-rated workplace culture. With award-winning expertise in homebuilding, multifamily development, construction, and management, Bozzuto is devoted to delivering extraordinary experiences for those they serve.

Since its founding in 1988, Bozzuto has developed, acquired, and built more than 62,000 homes and apartments. Celebrating 37 years of creating sanctuary, Bozzuto currently manages 130,000 apartments and 4 million square feet of retail space across the U.S. For more information, visit Bozzuto.com.

About Kimco Realty®
Kimco Realty® (NYSE: KIM) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) and leading owner and operator of high-quality, open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers and mixed-use properties in the United States. The company’s portfolio is strategically concentrated in the first-ring suburbs of the top major metropolitan markets, including high-barrier-to-entry coastal markets and Sun Belt cities. Its tenant mix is focused on essential, necessity-based goods and services that drive multiple shopping trips per week. Publicly traded on the NYSE since 1991 and included in the S&P 500 Index, the company has specialized in shopping center ownership, management, acquisitions, and value-enhancing redevelopment activities for more than 65 years. With a proven commitment to corporate responsibility, Kimco Realty is a recognized industry leader in this area. As of June 30, 2025, the company owned interests in 566 U.S. shopping centers and mixed-use assets comprising 101 million square feet of gross leasable space.

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CALGARY, AB, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (“Exro” or the “Company”) provides the following corporate update.

Exro’s strategic review process is ongoing, with current discussions focused on the potential sale of the Company’s intellectual property and technology, and the potential sale of certain limited components of the Company’s business. There can be no assurance that any transaction will be completed, and Exro will provide further updates if and when any binding agreements are signed.

Exro has taken steps to reduce costs and preserve cash by terminating approximately 60 of its employees, including most of the employees in its Cell Driver and Coil Driver units and several operational support staff in SEA Driver.

The Company continues to operate with the support of its senior secured lender under the credit facility announced on May 16, 2025, and is in the process of negotiating revised milestones to access the facility which reflect Exro’s updated cost reduction and repositioning initiatives. Continued access to the facility will, in part, be dependent on the outcome of certain asset sale discussions.

The Company has postponed its annual general meeting of shareholders scheduled for September 5, 2025. A new meeting date will be announced when it has been determined.

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PUNE, India, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, in collaboration with MIT Technology Review Insights, released a joint report that emphasizes how enterprises can leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance sustainability in product design and development. The report highlights that enterprises combining AI with sustainability in their design and prototyping processes will gain a significant competitive edge.

The joint study finds that while AI adoption in product development is on the rise, many organizations are still in the exploratory stage. Full-scale implementation remains limited due to cost constraints, knowledge gaps, and rapidly shifting market dynamics. At the same time, increasing regulatory and societal expectations are putting corporates under pressure to reduce environmental footprints while continuing to innovate.

Narasimham RV, President – Engineering Services, Tech Mahindra, said, “Enterprises today are under increasing pressure to innovate while reducing their environmental footprint. At Tech Mahindra, we empower enterprises to achieve this by embedding AI into the earliest stages of product development through tools like digital twins, simulations, and rapid prototyping. The joint study with MIT Technology Review Insights reinforces the importance of measurable, AI-driven frameworks that reduce emissions and help businesses future-proof their models responsibly.“

According to the research, nearly 80% of a product’s environmental impact is determined at the design stage. AI-powered tools such as digital twins, simulations, and rapid prototyping can optimize designs for functionality, manufacturability, and sustainability, significantly reducing waste, emissions, and resource usage.

Despite these opportunities, the study identifies key challenges enterprises face in embedding sustainability into product development. These include:

• Customer confusion about what makes a product truly sustainable
• Rapidly changing regulations and standards, a shortage of specialized talent
• The absence of measurable sustainability metrics to track progress.

The joint report emphasizes that by overcoming hurdles and adopting measurable AI-led frameworks, organizations can harness sustainability as a driver of innovation, ensuring long-term business resilience and contributing positively to the planet.

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Development a component of ensuring reliability and facilitating economic growth

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE), announced plans to develop an additional low-cost energy source to power 44,000 homes and provide 300 construction jobs.

Building on a series of recent announcements focusing on investing in a reliable and balanced mix of energy resources, the company filed a proposal with the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) to construct the 250-megawatt (MW) Reform Renewable Energy Center.

The solar facility is planned adjacent to the company’s existing nuclear powered Callaway Energy Center in central Missouri. Pending timely approval, construction will begin next year, with the project ready to serve customers in 2028.

Like Callaway Energy Center, the project is anticipated to be an economic engine in the community, adding an estimated 300 high-quality construction jobs at its peak, generating demand for support services and suppliers, and contributing to the area’s economic vitality. There will also be permanent jobs for maintenance and ongoing operations once in service.

“For more than 40 years, Callaway Energy Center has been a dependable source of energy for Missouri, and this new project will produce more locally generated energy,” said Mark Birk, chairman and president of Ameren Missouri. “Reform will also help us meet our goal of a balanced energy mix of about 70% from on-demand and 30% from intermittent sources, which allows us to achieve the two things our customers find most valuable: reliability and affordability.”

Ameren Missouri owns the land for the proposed facility and the transmission interconnection, reducing construction time and expenses. Reform also offers customers exceptional value thanks to available tax incentives, including its location inside an energy community.

“The Reform project will benefit our customers, the communities we serve and the entire state,” said Ajay Arora, senior vice president and chief development officer at Ameren Missouri.”

The site can also host up to 250 MW of energy storage. In the future, Ameren Missouri may apply to the PSC to install batteries at the Reform site. The batteries would store excess energy produced by the facility and discharge it when demand on the grid is higher, when customers need it most.

Alongside the Reform Renewable Energy Center, Ameren Missouri is developing several projects to ensure long-term reliability. The Castle Bluff Energy Center, scheduled to be online in 2027, will provide backup power during peak demand. The planned Big Hollow Energy Center, pending approval and slated for completion in 2028, will be Ameren Missouri’s first hybrid facility combining natural gas and battery storage. Four solar projects, representing more than 400 MW, are under construction and expected to begin serving customers by the end of next year. They will join three solar sites brought online at the end of 2024, which are collectively generating enough power for 92,000 homes annually.

About Ameren Missouri
Ameren Missouri has been providing electric and gas service for more than 100 years. Ameren Missouri’s mission is to power the quality of life for its approximately 1.3 million electric and 135,000 natural gas customers in central and eastern Missouri. The company’s service area covers approximately 60 counties and more than 500 communities, including the greater St. Louis area. For more information, visit Ameren.com/Missouri or follow us at @AmerenMissouri or Facebook.com/AmerenMissouri.

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Statements in this release not based on historical facts are considered “forward-looking” and, accordingly, involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed. Although such forward-looking statements have been made in good faith and are based on reasonable assumptions, there is no assurance that the expected results will be achieved. These statements include (without limitation) statements as to future expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, strategies, targets, estimates, objectives, events, conditions, and financial performance. In connection with the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, we are providing this cautionary statement to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. The following factors, in addition to those discussed under Risk Factors in Ameren Missouri’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and elsewhere in this release and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, could cause actual results to differ materially from management expectations suggested in such forward-looking statements:

• regulatory, judicial, or legislative actions, and any changes in regulatory policies and ratemaking determinations that may change regulatory recovery mechanisms;
• our ability to control costs and make substantial investments in our businesses, including our ability to recover costs and investments, and to earn our allowed returns on equity, within frameworks established by our regulators, while maintaining affordability of services for our customers;
• the effect on Ameren Missouri of any customer rate caps or limitations on increasing the electric service revenue requirement pursuant to Ameren Missouri’s election to use the plant-in-service accounting regulatory mechanism;
• Ameren Missouri’s ability to construct and/or acquire solar generation facilities and battery storage, as well as natural gas-fired and nuclear energy centers, and implement new or existing customer energy-efficiency programs, including any such construction, acquisition, retirement, or implementation in connection with its Smart Energy Plan, preferred resource plan, or emissions reduction goals, and to recover its cost of investment, a related return, and, in the case of customer energy-efficiency programs, any lost electric revenues in a timely manner, each of which is affected by the ability to obtain all necessary regulatory and project approvals, including certificates of convenience and necessity from the Missouri Public Service Commission or any other required approvals;
• Ameren Missouri’s ability to earn and utilize or transfer federal production and investment tax credits related to renewable energy projects; the cost of solar generation and battery storage technologies; and our ability to obtain timely interconnection agreements with the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. or other regional transmission organizations at an acceptable cost for each facility;
• the inability of our counterparties to meet their obligations with respect to contracts, credit agreements, and financial instruments, including as they relate to the construction and acquisition of electric and natural gas utility infrastructure and the ability of counterparties to complete projects, which is dependent upon the availability of necessary materials and equipment, including those obligations that are affected by supply chain disruptions;
• advancements in energy technologies, including carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration, hydrogen fuel for electric production and energy storage, next generation nuclear, and large-scale long-cycle battery energy storage, and the impact of federal and state energy and economic policies with respect to those technologies;
• the effects of changes in federal, state, or local laws and other domestic or international governmental actions, including monetary, fiscal, foreign trade, and energy policies, foreign trade tariffs, executive orders, or extended federal government shutdowns or defunding;
• the effects of changes in federal, state, or local tax laws or rates; additional regulations, interpretations, amendments, or technical corrections to, or in connection with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (“IRA”), including the effects of the OBBBA as it relates to construction timelines of solar and wind projects along with the ability to obtain materials for these projects to be eligible for federal production and investment tax credits, and the effects of the IRA as it relates to the 15% minimum tax on adjusted financial statement income; and any challenges to the tax positions taken by us, as well as resulting effects on customer rates and the recoverability of the minimum tax imposed under the IRA;
• the effects on energy prices and demand for our services resulting from customer growth patterns or usage, including demand from data centers, technological advances, including advances in customer energy efficiency, electric vehicles, electrification of various industries, energy storage, and private generation sources, which generate electricity at the site of consumption and are becoming increasingly cost-competitive;
• disruptions in the delivery of fuel, failure of our fuel suppliers to provide adequate quantities or quality of fuel, or lack of adequate inventories of fuel;
• the effectiveness of our risk management strategies and our use of financial and derivative instruments;
• the impact of cyberattacks and data security risks on us, our suppliers, or other entities on the grid, which could, among other things, result in the loss of operational control of energy centers and electric and natural gas transmission and distribution systems and/or the loss of data, such as customer, employee, financial, and operating system information;
• acts of sabotage, which have increased in frequency and severity within the utility industry, war, terrorism, or other intentionally disruptive acts;
• business, economic, geopolitical, and capital market conditions, including foreign trade tariffs or trade wars, evolving federal regulatory priorities, and the impact of such conditions on interest rates, inflation, and investments;
• the impact of inflation or a recession on our customers and suppliers and the related impact on our results of operations, financial position, and liquidity;
• disruptions of the capital and credit markets, deterioration in our credit metrics, or other events that may have an adverse effect on the cost or availability of capital, including short-term credit and liquidity, and our ability to access the capital and credit markets on reasonable terms when needed;
• the actions of credit rating agencies and the effects of such actions;
• the impact of weather conditions and other natural conditions on us, including the impact of system outages and the level of solar resources;
• the construction, installation, performance, and cost recovery of generation, transmission, and distribution assets;
• the ability to maintain system reliability during and after the transition to clean energy generation by Ameren Missouri and the electric utility industry, as well as Ameren Missouri’s ability to meet existing or future generation capacity obligations;
• the effects of failures of electric generation or natural gas storage facilities systems and equipment, which could result in unanticipated liabilities or unplanned outages;
• the impact of current environmental laws or their interpretation and new, more stringent, or changing requirements and environmental policies, including those related to New Source Review provisions of the Clean Air Act, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and other emissions and discharges, cooling water intake structures, coal combustion residuals, energy efficiency, and wildlife protection, that could limit, terminate or otherwise modify the operation of certain of Ameren Missouri’s energy centers, increase our operating costs or investment requirements, result in an impairment of our assets, cause us to sell our assets, reduce our customers’ demand for electricity or natural gas, or otherwise have a negative financial effect;
• the impact of complying with renewable energy standards in Missouri;
• labor disputes, workforce reductions, our ability to attract and retain professional and skilled-craft employees, changes in future wage and employee benefits costs, including those resulting from changes in discount rates, mortality tables, returns on benefit plan assets, and other assumptions;
• the impact of negative opinions of us or our utility services that our customers, investors, legislators, regulators, creditors, rating agencies, or other stakeholders may have or develop, which could result from a variety of factors, including failures in system reliability, failure to implement our investment plans or to protect sensitive customer information, increases in rates, negative media coverage, or concerns about company policies or practices;
• the impact of adopting new accounting and reporting guidance;
• the effects of strategic initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures;
• legal and administrative proceedings;
• pandemics or other significant global health events, and their impacts on our results of operations, financial position, and liquidity; and
• the impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East, related sanctions imposed by the United States and other governments, and any broadening of these or other global conflicts, including potential impacts on the cost and availability of fuel, natural gas, enriched uranium, and other commodities, materials, and services.

New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all of such factors, nor can it assess the impact of each such factor on the business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained or implied in any forward-looking statement. Given these uncertainties, undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements. Except to the extent required by the federal securities laws, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect new information or future events.

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