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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Family-owned Midwest retailer Meijer was named a Great Place to Work® for the seventh consecutive year, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to investing in its team members and ensuring they feel valued and appreciated.

Meijer achieved its highest survey score yet, particularly excelling in three areas: investing in communities, providing an environment where team members can be themselves, and ensuring team members feel valued and cared for by their leader.

The Great Place to Work® certification recognizes employers for creating an outstanding employee experience based on responses to The Trust Index Survey™, an organization-wide assessment of culture. This survey measures employee feedback across key dimensions of workplace culture, including credibility, fairness, respect, camaraderie and pride.

“Our team members are telling us that across the company we are creating a supportive environment that encourages learning and growth,” Meijer President & CEO Rick Keyes said. “This not only makes Meijer a Great Place to Work, but also helps cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for our customers to shop.”

Meijer encourages teams to foster a culture of gratitude through the company’s “mteam” program, an online platform where team members can recognize each other for contributions that make a difference, and leaders can recognize their team’s outstanding performance and everyday excellence. Along with appreciative notes, team members receive points through the program, which can be redeemed for extra pay or gift cards, merchandise, experiences, or donated to charity. In 2024, team members recognized their peers more than 4 million times. 

“We continue to push ourselves to find new ways to enhance our team member experience,” said Michelle Hall, Chief Human Resources Officer. “Our team members are core to our success, so we want to be sure they feel appreciated and valued. These results show that we are focusing on the right areas.”

Meijer team members are eligible to receive a variety of benefits, including weekly pay, team member discounts, and flexible scheduling. The retailer also invests in the success of its team members, offering free education, career advancement opportunities, paid parental leave, childcare discounts, access to multiple health insurance plan options, and the option for 401(k) retirement contributions.

Those interested in working at Meijer can view current open positions at jobs.meijer.com.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com. 

 

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Family-owned Midwest retailer Meijer was named a Great Place to Work® for the seventh consecutive year, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to investing in its team members and ensuring they feel valued and appreciated.

Meijer achieved its highest survey score yet, particularly excelling in three areas: investing in communities, providing an environment where team members can be themselves, and ensuring team members feel valued and cared for by their leader.

The Great Place to Work® certification recognizes employers for creating an outstanding employee experience based on responses to The Trust Index Survey™, an organization-wide assessment of culture. This survey measures employee feedback across key dimensions of workplace culture, including credibility, fairness, respect, camaraderie and pride.

“Our team members are telling us that across the company we are creating a supportive environment that encourages learning and growth,” Meijer President & CEO Rick Keyes said. “This not only makes Meijer a Great Place to Work, but also helps cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for our customers to shop.”

Meijer encourages teams to foster a culture of gratitude through the company’s “mteam” program, an online platform where team members can recognize each other for contributions that make a difference, and leaders can recognize their team’s outstanding performance and everyday excellence. Along with appreciative notes, team members receive points through the program, which can be redeemed for extra pay or gift cards, merchandise, experiences, or donated to charity. In 2024, team members recognized their peers more than 4 million times. 

“We continue to push ourselves to find new ways to enhance our team member experience,” said Michelle Hall, Chief Human Resources Officer. “Our team members are core to our success, so we want to be sure they feel appreciated and valued. These results show that we are focusing on the right areas.”

Meijer team members are eligible to receive a variety of benefits, including weekly pay, team member discounts, and flexible scheduling. The retailer also invests in the success of its team members, offering free education, career advancement opportunities, paid parental leave, childcare discounts, access to multiple health insurance plan options, and the option for 401(k) retirement contributions.

Those interested in working at Meijer can view current open positions at jobs.meijer.com.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com. 

 

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Picarro Inc., a global leader in methane emission management and reduction solutions, and GTI Energy, a technology development and training organization, today announced the extension of their partnership on GTI Energy’s Veritas Initiative. The companies will continue to collaborate to further develop, validate, and implement Veritas’ technical protocols for reducing methane emissions in the natural gas industry.

Veritas provides a reliable, standardized framework for accurately measuring, verifying, and comparing methane emissions, ensuring consistency and transparency that instills confidence in stakeholders, investors, and global markets. By offering open-source technical protocols tailored to each segment of the natural gas industry, Veritas helps companies adopt a measurement-informed approach to measuring and reporting methane emissions with credibility and comparability. As a leader in Advanced Mobile Leak Detection (AMLD), Picarro brought its unique experience and worked with its customers to review and test the protocols on actual distribution networks data. Picarro was also a key contributor to the collaboration between Veritas and the Oil & Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0).

“Picarro has been an active supporter of Veritas since its inception in 2022, and we are proud to be recognized as a Foundational Sponsor,” said François-Xavier Rongère, Picarro’s Vice President for Natural Gas Industry. “We understand the critical importance of a science-driven framework to help gas operators establish trusted and actionable reporting of their network methane emissions. As a leader in Network Intelligence and emissions management, we are pleased to share our expertise and contribute to this emerging practice.”

“We are grateful for Picarro’s continuous support of Veritas. As a key participant and a global thought leader in measurement-informed emission inventory, Picarro has made invaluable contributions to the design of the Veritas protocols for gas distribution systems,” said Amanda Harmon, GTI Energy’s Executive Director of Veritas. “We look forward to continuing our collaboration to scale up the reference to Veritas in the new regulatory and voluntary efforts.”

About Picarro

Picarro leads in leak management and emissions reduction, providing operators with tools to revolutionize risk management. The enterprise solution helps lower emissions, optimize asset management, and reduce costs within a unified framework. With Picarro technology and analytics, operators can proactively manage leaks, prioritize critical issues, and assess gas system health and performance continuously.

About Veritas

Veritas is a GTI Energy-led Methane Measurement and Verification Initiative to accelerate actions that reduce methane leakage from natural gas systems. The effort brings together scientists, academics, environmental organizations, certification organizations, and industry participants to demonstrate emissions reductions in a consistent, credible, and transparent way. The initiative will develop accurate and verified methane emissions intensities and the necessary protocols to calculate measurement-informed methane emissions for natural gas systems.

About GTI Energy

GTI Energy is a technology development and training organization. Our trusted team works to scale impactful solutions that shape energy transitions by leveraging gases, liquids, infrastructure, and efficiency. We embrace systems thinking, innovation, and collaboration to develop, scale, and deploy the technologies needed for low-emission, low-cost, and resilient energy systems.

Media Contact:
Jake Thill
Director of Marketing
Picarro
jthill@picarro.com

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$73,664 in grants aims to help residents of all ages, especially older adults, improve how they live, move, and stay connected in their neighborhoods through innovative local projects

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AARP announced seven organizations throughout Pennsylvania will receive 2025 Community Challenge grants. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older adults. The funds will support efforts to improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and other key areas.

Now in its ninth year, the Challenge has awarded $538,329 through 46 grants in Pennsylvania since 2017 to nonprofit organizations and local government entities across the state. Grant projects will be funded in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

“AARP Pennsylvania is proud to work with communities across the state to help make them more livable for people of all ages,” said Bill Johnston-Walsh, AARP Pennsylvania State Director. “These projects are about turning great local ideas into real improvements that make everyday life better, especially for older Pennsylvanians.”

Here in Pennsylvania, projects funded include:

SACA Development Corporation – Lancaster, PA ($9,500)
Public Art & Placemaking
Will enhance the plaza near the senior center with public art and technology celebrating Latino older adults’ migration stories, including a steel sculpture, oral history QR codes, and plaza upgrades.

Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation – Camp Hill, PA ($15,000)
Outdoor Access & Inclusion
Will improve outdoor recreation access for older adults and people with disabilities in state parks and forests, with communication campaigns, training, transportation, gear lending, and an all-terrain wheelchair. (Partially funded due to high demand.)

Northampton County – Countywide, PA ($12,000)
Digital Navigation Skills
Will host digital device training events with refurbished device distribution, transportation, and refreshments to improve digital literacy for residents age 50-plus.

West Mt. Airy Neighbors – Philadelphia, PA ($12,164)
Pedestrian Safety Enhancements
Will install daylighting treatments at three intersections to improve visibility and safety for older adults near senior apartments and transit stops. (Funded in partnership with Toyota Motor North America.)

Philly Community Wireless – Philadelphia, PA ($20,000)
Free Wi-Fi & Digital Literacy
Will provide free Wi-Fi to 112 older adults at Somerset Villas and offer bilingual programming to expand digital literacy. (Partially funded with support from Microsoft.)

Reading Hospital – West Reading, PA ($2,500)
HomeFit Modifications for Aging in Place
Will connect 30 high-fall-risk patients to the UDS CAPABLE program, which includes visits from a nurse, OT, and handyman to implement home safety upgrades.

Fishtown Neighbors Association – Philadelphia, PA ($2,500)
Walk Audit for Age-Friendly Infrastructure
Will lead a walk audit along Girard Avenue to identify barriers for older adults, followed by a community meeting to discuss findings and recommendations.

“AARP Community Challenge projects may be quick to launch, but their impact is long-lasting,” said Nancy A. LeaMond, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer. “We’re proud to support communities nationwide to advance solutions that make neighborhoods and towns of all sizes better places to live where everyone can thrive. And this year, we’re particularly proud to invest in projects benefitting often overlooked rural areas.”

View the full list of grantees and their projects at aarp.org/communitychallenge. Learn more about AARP’s work to support livable communities at aarp.org/livable.

About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.

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Battery-Focused Initiative Backs the Arbor Day Foundation with Reforestation Efforts

HARTLAND, Wis., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Batteries Plus is proud to announce the results of its first-ever “Buy a Pack, Plant a Tree” initiative, launched in partnership with Energizer and the Arbor Day Foundation. Thanks to its generous customers, the brand will help the Arbor Day Foundation plant 35,332 trees across the U.S. in the coming months, with each tree representing a step toward a greener, healthier planet.

The Power to Support the Environment
The initiative marked the launch of Batteries Plus’s philanthropic platform, Power with Purpose, designed to unify all of the brand’s charitable work under one name. Batteries Plus will make a donation to plant one tree through the Arbor Day Foundation for each of the 35,332 24-packs of Energizer MAX^® AA or AAA batteries sold in stores between April 1 and May 31.

“Our customers didn’t just buy batteries, they’re making meaningful changes,” said Scott Williams, CEO of Batteries Plus. “Power with Purpose is about being able to create an impact through everyday actions, and we’re incredibly grateful to our customers for joining us in that mission throughout the year.”

Furthering the initiative, these Energizer MAX^® batteries were sold in new packaging that’s 100% recyclable and plastic-free* – a sustainable innovation from Energizer that also makes the batteries easier to open and store.

A New Chapter in Giving Back
Power with Purpose goes far beyond sustainability-focused initiatives like the “Buy a Pack, Plant a Tree” promotion. Through this platform, Batteries Plus remains committed to Emergency Preparedness efforts – ensuring consumers and their families are safe in times of severe weather and natural disasters. The brand also remains dedicated to helping support families in need during the holiday season through its annual partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program – supplying batteries to power donated toys.

“Batteries Plus is all about showing up for the communities we serve, not just once but all year long,” said Williams. “Whether it’s planting trees or helping families prepare for storm season, we’re committed to using our platform to make a difference.”

Batteries Plus has over 800 locations open and in development in 48 states and Puerto Rico. To find a location near you, visit: www.batteriesplus.com. To learn more about the Arbor Day Foundation and its reforestation work, visit: www.arborday.org.

ABOUT BATTERIES PLUS:
Batteries Plus is the nation’s leading battery and power solutions service center, offering a comprehensive selection of products, technical expertise, and customized services through a nationwide network of over 730 locations open and in development. Headquartered in Hartland, Wisconsin, and owned by Freeman Spogli, Batteries Plus is dedicated to providing reliable, commercial and residential power solutions – including batteries, lighting, and repair services – to help organizations and customers minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. For more information about Batteries Plus and its products and services, visit www.batteriesplus.com/business-interest.

ABOUT ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
Energizer Holdings, Inc., headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of primary batteries and portable lighting products and is anchored by its globally recognized brands Energizer, EVEREADY, Rayovac, and VARTA. Energizer is also a leading designer and marketer of automotive fragrance and appearance products from recognized brands such as A/C Pro, Armor All, Bahama & Co., California Scents, Driven, Eagle One, LEXOL, Nu Finish, Refresh Your Car!, and STP. As a global branded distributor of consumer products, our mission is to be the leader in our categories by better serving consumers and customers. Visit www.energizerholdings.com for more details.

ABOUT THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION
The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners. And this is only the beginning.

The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.

*On select packaging, excluding seals.

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GEORGETOWN, Texas, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sport Clips Haircuts, the place for men’s and boys’ haircare, is sponsoring five first responders who will compete in the 2025 World Police & Fire Games. Its “Honoring our Heroes” outreach asked first responders to submit a brief video sharing why they should be chosen for an all-expenses paid trip to compete in the Birmingham, Ala. event.

Representing Sport Clips in the 2025 World Police & Fire Games will be:

• Andy Gerdt – Ret. Police Officer Carmel Police Department, Sevierville, TN (Tennis)
• Sydney Davis – Pierce County Sheriff’s Officer, Tacoma, WA (Track & Field)
• Gary Hirata – Ret. Sergeant San Jose Police Department, El Dorado Hills, CA (Bench Press)
• Martin Robertson – Firefighter Austin Fire Department, New Braunfels, TX (Pickleball)
• Chris Robertson – Firefighter Austin Fire Department, Austin, TX (Pickleball)

Andy is a third-generation officer with family members who have more than 200 years of public service. Sydney says she became a first responder to do “something that actually matters.” Gary says he liked the exciting and interesting aspects of the career. And brothers Martin and Chris became firefighters to help and serve others.

“Sport Clips continues to set the bar when it comes to supporting first responders,” said 2025 WPFG CEO, DJ Mackovets. “Their sponsorship of five exceptional athletes for an all-expense-paid trip to compete in the 2025 World Police & Fire Games is true leadership and a gesture of deep respect for those who serve. We thank Sports Clips for their partnership, and we’re eager to watch these athletes shine on the world stage.”

“We respect and appreciate all heroes who step up to protect us and our communities,” says Edward Logan, Sport Clips president and CEO. “We applaud and cheer on all first responders who are committed to their professions and their sport, especially those who’ll be representing Sport Clips as our first official sponsored athletes.”

The brand is broadening its community support to include those who protect and serve as first responders, whether as law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, correctional officers, investigators, Customs officers, and more, through this Honoring our Heroes sponsorship. To find out more, visit sportclips.com/honoringourheroes.

About Sport Clips Haircuts

Sport Clips Haircuts is headquartered in Georgetown, Texas. It was established in 1993 and began franchising in 1995. The sports-themed haircutting franchise, which specializes in haircuts for men and boys, offers online check in for clients, and ranks #52 in the Entrepreneur “Franchise 500” for 2025 and was named a 2025 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review. There are more than 1,850 Sport Clips stores open in the U.S. and Canada. Sport Clips is the “Official Haircutter” of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), offers veterans preferential pricing on haircuts and franchises, and was named a 2024 Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur. Sport Clips provides “Haircuts with Heart” through its annual Help A Hero fundraiser that has contributed $15 million to the VFW; national partnership with St. Baldrick’s Foundation, the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants; and other national and local philanthropic outreach. Sport Clips is a proud sponsor of NASCAR’s Joe Gibbs Racing team, Minor League Baseball (MiLB), and partners with select NCAA teams. To learn more about Sport Clips, visit sportclips.com. 

About World Police & Fire Games

Founded in 1985, the World Police & Fire Games are a biennial event that strives to promote physical fitness, wellness, professional development, and camaraderie among first responders globally. The event is organized by the California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF) and has grown to become one of the largest athletic events in the world. The 2025 World Police & Fire Games will be held June 27-July 6 in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information, please visit www.bhm2025.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @BHM2025.

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OR YEHUDA, Israel, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EcoPhage, a leader in the development and commercialization of sustainable phage-based biopesticides for bacterial plant diseases, expecting its first U.S. EPA approval, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. José Alfredo García, to its Board of Directors. With extensive experience in building and scaling global agribusiness platforms, García joins at a pivotal time as the company prepares for commercial rollout in key markets

Mr. García held senior executive roles at Rovensa Group, where he contributed to the development of global strategies and the organizational consolidation of the company’s biologicals portfolio. During his tenure, he was involved in commercial leadership and integration efforts across multiple geographies, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainable inputs, and growth initiatives in Latin America and Europe.

Prior to that, he spent more than a decade at FMC Corporation, where he led regulatory, development, marketing, and commercial operations across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of the industry, global distribution systems, and innovation dynamics in the agricultural inputs industry.

He is launching Nuvelis, a platform that aims to connect breakthrough agricultural technologies with leading distributors and manufacturers across key agricultural markets.

“I’ve witnessed firsthand how the agricultural inputs sector is evolving—from traditional chemistry to biological precision,” said José Alfredo García. “From my early days at FMC, through my involvement in global biosolutions platforms, to now launching Nuvelis, I’ve always believed that innovation only matters when it’s scalable. EcoPhage combines scientific excellence with real-world impact, and I’m honoured to contribute to its journey.”

EcoPhage, founded by the Trendlines Group and Bayer, is at the forefront of developing next-generation bacteriophage-based solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases with minimal environmental impact.

“José Alfredo’s deep expertise in commercial strategy, M&A integration, and market development makes him a powerful addition to our board,” said Nitza Kardish, PhD, Chair of EcoPhage.

“He brings global perspective, operational discipline, and a true passion for biologicals—exactly what EcoPhage needs as we move into commercialization,” added Guy Elitzur, CEO of EcoPhage.

About Trendlines

The Trendlines Group invests in innovation in agrifood and medtech, leveraging our experience, partnerships network, and resources to go from seed to market. Trendlines’ shares are traded on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: 42T) and in the United States as an American Depositary Receipt (ADR) on the OTCQX (OTCQX: TRNLY).

About EcoPhage

EcoPhage pioneers the development and commercialization of bacteriophages-based bactericides with minimal environmental impact and maximum efficacy, addressing a crucial issue in global agriculture. Our innovative products harness the power of bacteriophages–viruses uniquely targeting bacteria–to prevent and cure plants, offering nontoxic solutions for bacterial diseases. For more information, please visit EcoPhage.com.

Our mission is to transform the agricultural bactericide market by offering precise, natural, and sustainable solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases. Co-developed with the prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science, EcoPhage’s proprietary technology platform enables safer and more effective crop protection, helping farmers increase yields and reduce losses while promoting ecological balance.

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First Bottled Water in the U.S. to Earn Certification Continues to Lead in Transparency and Clean Hydration

BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —  Chlorophyll Water® is proud to announce it has earned the Clean Label Project® Certification for the third consecutive year, further solidifying its commitment to clean-label wellness, ingredient transparency, and industry-leading purification standards.

Chlorophyll Water® originally made history as the first-ever bottled water in the United States to pass the Clean Label Project Certification — a rigorous, independent third-party standard testing for more than 90 environmental and industrial contaminants, including heavy metals, plasticizers, and pesticide residues.

“In my opinion, Clean Label Project Certification is the most important certification a brand can earn — because it’s not about hype or marketing, it’s about what’s actually in your product,” said Matt Levine, founder of Chlorophyll Water. “Clean Label Project provides third-party, lab-tested proof independently tested for over 90 environmental toxins, plasticizers, and pesticide residues. It’s the gold standard for brands that truly stand behind their product.”

The brand was independently tested by Ellipse Analytics, an ISO-accredited analytical chemistry lab. Chlorophyll Water® passed every benchmark — including non-detect levels of BPA, BPS, lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury — reaffirming its reputation for product purity and consumer trust. [View the latest lab results HERE.]

“Consumers are increasingly concerned about the beverages they put into their bodies and the food they provide for themselves and their families,” said Jaclyn Bowen, MPH, MS, food safety systems engineer and Executive Director of Clean Label Project. “Being the first bottled water in the U.S. to receive this certification speaks volumes about Chlorophyll Water’s commitment to ingredient quality and purification.”

The Clean Label Project® is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing truth and transparency to consumer product labeling through data and science — helping wellness-focused consumers make informed choices based on lab testing, not marketing claims.

Chlorophyll Water® is ultra-purified water infused with chlorophyll derived from alfalfa and fortified with essential vitamins A, B12, C, and D. It’s bottled in 100% recycled plastic using CleanFlake™ label technology to ensure recyclability and reduce contamination in the recycling stream.

Through a new partnership with rePurpose Global, the sale of each bottle of Chlorophyll Water® funds the recovery of one ocean-bound plastic bottle. Combined with bottles made from 100% recycled plastic, Chlorophyll Water® is helping close the loop—minimizing plastic waste and avoiding the use of virgin plastic. This recovered plastic is then recycled, further reducing environmental impact—all while maintaining Clean Label Certification. Clean, transparent, and purpose-driven, Chlorophyll Water® is leading the way in sustainable hydration.

Now available nationwide across all 50 states — including Erewhon, Sprouts, Wegmans, Meijer, Pavilions, Bristol Farms, Earth Fare, Giant, Gourmet Garage, Mother’s Market, Plum Market, 3 Natives, Pure Green, Pura Vida and other leading grocery and wellness retailers — Chlorophyll Water® is setting the standard in clean-label, functional hydration.

For more information, visit ChlorophyllWater.com, on Amazon.com/ChlorophyllWater or @ChlorophyllWater on social media.

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CALGARY, AB, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (“Exro” or the “Company“), a leading clean technology company specializing in power control solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage, today provided an update on the settlement of certain interest payments through the issuance of common shares.

As of June 23, 2025, pursuant to the terms of the C$15,000,000 senior secured convertible debentures of the Company issued on December 30, 2022 (the “Debentures”), bearing interest at 12% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears beginning on June 30, 2023 (the “Due Date”), the Company has 14,950 debenture units outstanding, and an aggregate amount of interest owing on the Debentures payable of C$897,000 (the “Interest”). The Company has elected to issue 12,814,284 common shares in the capital of the Company (“Common Shares”) at a deemed price of C$0.07 to the debenture holders as payment for the interest. Pursuant to the Debentures, the deemed issue price per Common Share is calculated based on the volume weighted average trading price of the Common Shares for the five trading days immediately prior to June 23, 2025.

The issuance of the Common Shares as payment for interest owing on the Debentures is subject to the terms and conditions of the Debentures as well as the receipt of all requisite approvals, including, without limitation, the approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange.

ABOUT EXRO TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Exro Technologies Inc., now expanded through the acquisition of SEA Electric, is a leading clean technology company that has developed new-generation power control electronics. Its innovative suite of solutions, including Coil Driver™, Cell Driver™, and SEA-Drive®, expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries and offer OEMs a comprehensive e-propulsion solution with unmatched performance and efficiency. Exro is reshaping global energy consumption, accelerating adoption towards a circular electrified economy by delivering more with less – minimum energy for maximum results. 

For more information visit our website at www.exro.com.
To view our Corporate Presentation visit us at www.exro.com/investors
Visit us on social media @exrotech.

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• French-American chemist Marie Perrin wins the World Builders prize for her method to recycle rare earth elements from fluorescent lamps
• Ugandan team Sandra Namboozo and Samuel Muyita awarded Community Healers prize for biodegradable sachets that reduce fruit spoilage
• US sisters Neeka and Leila Mashouf receive Nature Guardians prize for turning industrial CO₂ emissions into sustainable textiles
• Spanish team Granado, Sosa and Chimeno named People’s Choice winners for smart labels reducing food waste 

MUNICH and REYKJAVIK, Iceland, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — During a ceremony held today in Iceland, the European Patent Office (EPO) has awarded three special prizes as part of the 2025 Young Inventors Prize. These recognise outstanding achievements by inventors aged 30 and under whose work supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A fourth distinction, the People’s Choice winner, was awarded to Spanish inventors Granado, Sosa and Chimeno, after having ranked first in the public vote.

The ten winners of this year’s Young Inventors Prize — known as the Tomorrow Shapers — were selected by an independent jury from over 450 candidates worldwide, each receiving EUR 5 000. From this group, the jury awarded special recognition to Marie Perrin (France/US), Sandra Namboozo and Samuel Muyita (Uganda), and Neeka and Leila Mashouf (US) naming them World Builders, Community Healers, and Nature Guardians, respectively, with each receiving an additional EUR 15 000. The team of Spanish inventors Granado, Sosa and Chimeno was also chosen by public vote as the People’s Choice winner, earning a further EUR 5 000.

World Builders prize
Marie Perrin (28), a French-American chemist based in Switzerland, was awarded the World Builders Prize for her invention– a cleaner method to recycle rare earth elements (REEs) from discarded fluorescent lamps. Rare earths are essential to electronics and green tech, but difficult and environmentally damaging to extract. Perrin’s method, commercialised through her company REEcover, avoids harmful solvents and complex purification, making it easier to reuse resources instead of relying on new mining. The process achieves selective recovery of europium while preserving the ability to reuse chemicals, significantly reducing toxic waste compared to conventional methods.

“It has been a true privilege to stand alongside such inspiring young innovators from across the globe, and I hope it encourages more young women to see themselves as inventors and changemakers,” said Perrin.

The World Builders prize honours innovators advancing sustainable access to essential resources, such as water, energy and infrastructure. Their work drives circular economy solutions that promote prosperity while reducing environmental impact.

Community Healers prize
Ugandan entrepreneurs Sandra Namboozo (26) and Samuel Muyita (28) received the Community Healers Prize for having developed a biodegradable sachet that triples the shelf life of fruit without refrigeration. The sachets release plant-based compounds that slow down ripening and help to reduce food waste. The duo founded Karpolax to commercialise their work and support smallholder farmers. In pilot tests, Karpolax-treated mangoes remained fresh for 33 days, compared to just 11 days for untreated fruits.

“Winning a special prize is a powerful validation,” said Namboozo and Muyita. “It shines a global spotlight on a simple truth: innovation rooted in empathy can change the world.”

The Community Healers prize recognises changemakers focused on social equity through solutions in food security, healthcare, education and fair working conditions.

Nature Guardians prize
Twin sisters Neeka and Leila Mashouf (28), from the United States, were awarded the Nature Guardians prize for a carbon capture process that mimics photosynthesis. Through their company Rubi Laboratories, they developed an enzymatic method that converts CO₂ emissions into biodegradable cellulose for textiles and other products. The company’s closed-loop system uses carbon from manufacturing waste streams to produce regenerated fabric without fossil-based fibres or dyes.

“It took countless trials, errors and optimisations to make it all work,” said Neeka. “From producing enzymes that had never been made before to testing them in conditions no one had ever explored.”

The Nature Guardians prize celebrates innovators dedicated to protecting ecosystems and biodiversity, addressing climate change, ocean health and wildlife conservation.

People’s Choice winner
Spanish entrepreneurs Pilar Granado (29), Pablo Sosa Domínguez (29) and Luis Chimeno (28) are the People’s Choice winners. Their innovation of smart labels that indicate food spoilage based on bacterial growth was selected by public vote for its potential to help reduce food waste and increase food safety, while promoting sustainability across the supply chain. 

“We are very excited and grateful for the recognition! It is a motivational boost for us, as this award shows that we are on the right track and that our solution could really change the world, taking a positive step towards a more sustainable and safer supply chain for all”, said the team.

The People’s Choice is chosen by the general public. Voting opened online on 6 May when all the Tomorrow Shapers were announced and closed just before the ceremony started. 

The Young Inventors Prize celebrates worldwide innovators 30 and under using technology to address global challenges posed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

The winners of the 2025 edition were announced today during a ceremony livestreamed from Iceland. 

Find more information about the inventions, their impact and the inventors’ stories here.

About the Young Inventors Prize
Aimed at individuals 30 and under, the Young Inventors Prize showcases the transformative power of youth-driven solutions and recognises the remarkable young people paving the way to a more sustainable future. Established in 2022, trophies were first handed out during the European Inventor Award ceremony. As of 2025, the Prize has moved up a gear with its own dedicated event, held separately from the Award. Among the 10 Tomorrow Shapers selected for each edition, three receive special prizes: World Builders, Community Healers, and Nature Guardians. In addition, a People’s Choice winner is selected through an online public vote. Each Tomorrow Shaper receives EUR 5 000, while the three special prize winners are awarded an additional EUR 15 000. The People’s Choice winner also receives an extra EUR 5 000. Read more on the Young Inventors Prize eligibility and selection criteria.

About the EPO
With 6,300 staff members, the European Patent Office (EPO) is one of the largest public service institutions in Europe. Headquartered in Munich with offices in Berlin, Brussels, The Hague and Vienna, the EPO was founded with the aim of strengthening co-operation on patents in Europe. Through the EPO’s centralised patent granting procedure, inventors are able to obtain high-quality patent protection in up to 46 countries, covering a market of some 700 million people. The EPO is also the world’s leading authority in patent information and patent searching.

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