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BANGKOK, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On June 1, 2025, Central Pattana plc, Thailand’s leading real estate developer and operator of Central shopping centers nationwide, proudly led one of the world’s largest Pride celebrations as more than 300,000 people gathered in Bangkok for the Bangkok Pride Parade 2025, which culminated in a powerful finale at centralwOrld — now recognized as a landmark of global inclusion.

Marking its 6th year as The Pioneer of Equality, Central Pattana launched Thailand Pride Celebration 2025: “Pride For All”, under the theme “Embracing Freedom,” reaffirming its vision of “Place for All” and its mission of imagining better futures for everyone.

The celebration began with “Love with Pride 2025” at centralwOrld and expanded nationwide across 39 Central shopping centers, making it Thailand’s most inclusive and far-reaching Pride campaign to date – uniting voices from around the world.

A highlight of the campaign is BEYOND THE RAINBOW 2025, a public exhibition inviting audiences to reflect on a world beyond gender-celebrating the historic passing of the Marriage Equality Law and amplifying voices for a more inclusive tomorrow.

With growing international attention, strong support from both the public and private sectors, and recognition by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) as an LGBTQIAN+ friendly destination, Thailand is embracing its role as a beacon of Pride in Asia.

The world is already here – and we invite everyone to join us in Thailand next year to celebrate love, freedom, and equality at one of the most vibrant and inclusive Pride events on Earth. 

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Backed by an EU Connecting Europe Facility Grant, the project will deliver world-scale CO₂ reception infrastructure and unlock economies of scale for Denmark and the European Union.

AALBORG, Denmark, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Since establishing an exclusive partnership in 2021, the Norne Carbon Storage Hub (“Norne”), a Fidelis New Energy, LLC portfolio company, and the Port of Aalborg have executed definitive agreements for the Norne CO2 reception facility with the initial site designed to handle 15 million tonnes of CO2 per year.  As co-applicants, Norne and the Port of Aalborg, were awarded a Connecting Europe Facility (“CEF”) Energy grant by the European Union. CEF is an EU programme focused on accelerating the development of strategic cross-border energy infrastructure. The grant will co-fund the development and construction of a new quay to support the Norne CO2 reception facilities serving multiple Danish onshore and near-shore CO2 storage facilities as well as the beneficial use of CO2 in industrial applications and decarbonised fuels.

Norne has completed the front-end engineering and design (“FEED”) studies for both the CO2 reception facility and a connecting pipeline to nearby CO2 storage. In addition, extensive environmental and ecological assessments have been completed.  Norne’s designation as a Project of Common Interest (“PCI”), by the EU in 2023, further streamlines the permitting process, enabling a faster Environmental Impact Assessment for the pipeline than otherwise would be possible without the already completed work and the PCI status. Building on the exclusive lease agreement and the CEF grant award, Norne and the Port of Aalborg will commence construction of a new 500-metre quay in the Port of Aalborg, corresponding to an area of 60,000 square metres of quay space. The new quay space will host the CO2 reception and connecting infrastructure, advancing Denmark’s carbon capture and storage ecosystem.

Norne will provide European emitters access to an excellent deepwater port and cost-effective and safe onshore and nearshore CO2 storage. Norne’s PCI status ensures prioritised permitting, as the project is recognized as an urgent project of the highest national significance and it is considered a project of overriding public interest by the EU when carrying out the relevant environmental assessments. The PCI status also opens the door for additional CEF Energy grants, which Norne is actively pursuing to support further development across the CO2 value chain.

Kristian Thulesen Dahl, CEO of the Port of Aalborg, stated: “We are very excited to continue the work we have done with Fidelis and Norne since 2021 to make the Port of Aalborg a key CO2 hub enabling economical and safe storage of CO2 onshore and near shore. In addition, we are excited to be able to provide decarbonisation services to attract new industries to the Port of Aalborg. We therefore see the collaboration with Norne as an important business development differentiator as we continue to expand the Port’s role in helping to decarbonise Denmark and the EU.”

Lars Bo Christiansen, President of Norne, concluded: “Since 2021, we have worked closely with the Port of Aalborg, the European Union, the Danish Government, and other key stakeholders. We look forward to building on this long-term partnership – not only to expand beyond the current capacity of 15 million tonnes per year at Norne’s site, but also to attract new industrial projects to the Port that require decarbonization solutions.”

About Fidelis:

Fidelis is an energy infrastructure company driving decarbonisation through infrastructure development and investments in biofuels, low- or negative-carbon intensity products, and carbon capture and storage. Fidelis employs a growing portfolio of proprietary, patented, and patent-pending technologies to address climate and energy security challenges. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Fidelis also maintains an office in Copenhagen, Denmark. Learn more at www.fidelisinfra.com.

About Norne:

The Norne Carbon Storage Hub consists of CO2 reception facilities, pipelines, and storage facilities designed for safe and permanent storage of CO2. Norne will receive and store CO2 from Danish and European customers. For more information, visit www.norneccs.com.

About the Port of Aalborg:

The Port of Aalborg is a key logistics hub in Denmark, offering comprehensive port services and facilities. With a strategic focus on sustainability and innovation, the Port of Aalborg supports carbon reduction and green energy solutions while enhancing its role in the global value chain. For more information, visit www.portofaalborg.com.

Disclaimer:

Co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (“CINEA”). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

Media Contact:
Fidelis & Norne Carbon Storage Hub Email: info-norne@fidelisinfra.com
Port of Aalborg Email: mts@portofaalborg.com

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The total number of Top Performers remains steady, but failures have increased

NAPA, Calif., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kiwa PVEL, the independent lab for quality and reliability testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, today announced the publication of its 11^th annual PV Module Reliability Scorecard. This digital resource provides solar industry stakeholders with testing insights gained from Kiwa PVEL’s flagship Product Qualification Program (PQP). The PQP is a comprehensive suite of extended reliability and performance tests that evaluate solar modules under a wide range of environmental and mechanical conditions—including the effects of extreme temperatures and high humidity, as well as the impacts of mechanical stress, hail and ultraviolet light.

In the 11th edition, Kiwa PVEL names a total of 50 manufacturers as “Top Performers” in one or more of the tests, with nine manufacturers named as Top Performers with at least one model type listed in each of the seven test categories.

Other Key Highlights from the 2025 Scorecard include:

• Only 21 model types achieved Top Performer status in all reliability tests (TC, DH, MSS, HSS, PID and LID+LETID), and of those, only three models were also Top Performers in PAN.
• There are mixed results across PQP tests, with some improving and others trending down. The PID and PAN results improved, but the module breakage rate for MSS and HSS has increased. Likewise, UVID results are starting to improve, but are still a source of concern for some.
• 83% of module manufacturers had at least one test failure, up from 66% reported in the 2024 Scorecard, which at the time was the highest percentage ever reported.

“The rapid pace of innovation in the PV module landscape is encouraging, and it’s great to see more products achieving Top Performer status,” said Tristan Erion-Lorico, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kiwa PVEL. “However, we continue to caution buyers not to assume all modules are created equal. Our testing continues to uncover significant variability in performance and long-term reliability. The Scorecard remains an essential tool for navigating these differences, helping procurement teams make smart, risk-conscious decisions.”

The complete 2025 PV Module Reliability Scorecard is available online at scorecard.pvel.com. Using the Top Performers tool allows users to explore detailed test results, filter by manufacturer, module type, and test category, and download custom search results for further analysis.

“Our 2025 Scorecard reveals both the progress and the challenges that come with a dynamic PV module market,” commented Kevin Gibson, Managing Director of Kiwa PVEL. “For over a decade, we’ve rigorously tested modules to uncover reliability and performance trends, and this year was no exception. While not every test result exceeded our expectations, many did—demonstrating resilience and excellence in an evolving industry.”

To be eligible for the 2025 Scorecard, manufacturers must have completed the PQP sample production factory witness after October 1, 2023, and submitted at least two factory-witnessed PV module samples to all PQP reliability tests, as per Kiwa PVEL’s BOM test requirements.

Visit the Scorecard online at scorecard.pvel.com.

About Kiwa PVEL
Kiwa PVEL is the leading reliability and performance testing lab for downstream solar project developers, financiers, and asset owners around the world. As part of the larger Kiwa Group, Kiwa PVEL’s integrated services for the solar supply chain offer technical solutions for mitigating risk, optimizing financing and improving solar and energy storage systems performance throughout the project lifecycle.

For over a decade, Kiwa PVEL’s Product Qualification Program (PQP) has been globally recognized for replacing assumptions about PV module performance with quantifiable metrics. Related data and consulting services offered by Kiwa PVEL provide vital procurement intelligence to a network of downstream solar buyers. Visit kiwa.com/pvel and kiwa.com/solar to learn more.

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GARFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OC Federal Credit Union is bringing financial literacy education to over 300 students in Ohio. Students at 23 schools have free access to Banzai, an award-winning online program and content library that allows users to practice real-world finance from the safety of their home or classroom using any internet-enabled device. At a time when a solid foundation of practical financial knowledge is critical, these resources will make a huge impact on users. All of these resources are available to students at home or in the classroom via any device that can access the internet.

“Banzai is a web-based financial literacy program. Kids get their own accounts, and they work through assignments that are based on real life,” says Morgan Vandagriff, co-founder of Banzai. “But because OC Federal is sponsoring it, local schools get it for free. More than ever, it’s important that kids develop sound financial skills to prepare them for the real world, and OC Federal realizes that and they’re doing something about it.”

Banzai content builds a foundation of practical knowledge and gives students the tools to create a sound financial future. While students learn, teachers can easily monitor and grade their progress remotely. After finishing Banzai, students will know how to track where their money is and what it’s for, recognize financial trade-offs, build a budget, and more. At a time when many are facing unprecedented financial challenges, these lessons are invaluable. The Banzai resources are available at https://ocfcu.banzai.org/. 

OC Federal Credit Union is working with Banzai to build financial literacy in the community by investing time, money, industry experience, and a variety of resources. Beyond the Banzai library, OC Federal also offers virtual or in-classroom presentations from local experts on timely topics.

Banzai resources are used by over 120,000 teachers across the U.S. The courses align with Ohio’s state curriculum requirements, making the program a fun way for students to gain vital financial literacy skills both online and offline.

Teachers interested in using the Banzai program with their class can visit https://ocfcu.banzai.org/ or call 888-8-BANZAI.

For more information about Banzai visit banzai.org

For more information about OC Federal Credit Union visit https://www.ocfederal.com/

Contact:
Cheyenne Blanchette
Marketing Team Leader
cblanchette@ocfederal.com
Direct (216) 478-0098 ext. 278

OC Federal Credit Union
Main Office – Garfield Heights Branch
13623 Rockside Road
Garfield Heights, OH 44125

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LOS ANGELES, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mokwheel, a leading provider of electric mobility solutions, is announcing a voluntary recall of select Scoria and Basalt-ST e-bike batteries due to a labeling discrepancy affecting compliance with UL Solutions standards. The recall impacts specific units sold during April and May 2024.

Affected Models and Time Periods

Scoria

Purchase Period: April 2024
Battery Serial Numbers: YXA1B0590A010150200 to YXA1B0590A010150399
Vehicle Serial Numbers: BBWS4B0401 to BBWS4B0600

Basalt-ST

Purchase Period: May 2024
Battery Batch Number: SCA1B01010152N\\\
Vehicle Serial Numbers: BBWL3H0001 to BBWL3H0150

Reason for Recall

The affected batteries were manufactured prior to the finalization of UL certification. As such, these batteries are not officially recognized by UL Solutions as certified. While no immediate safety issues have been reported, Mokwheel is proactively issuing a free replacement to ensure compliance and customer peace of mind.

How to Identify an Affected Battery

Customers who purchased a Scoria or Basalt-ST model within the specified time frames are encouraged to check their battery’s serial number. If the number falls within the listed ranges above, the battery is eligible for a free replacement.

Next Steps for Customers

If your battery is among the affected batches:

Please contact Mokwheel’s support team to initiate a no-cost battery replacement.
Our staff is available to assist with verification and coordinate the replacement process to minimize any inconvenience.

Mokwheel deeply regrets any inconvenience caused and remains steadfast in its commitment to safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. We thank our valued customers for their continued trust in our brand.

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A global fundraising event to bring therapy animal visits to more communities will be held September 27

BELLEVUE, Wash., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pet lovers across the globe are gearing up for the eighth annual World’s Largest Pet Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 27. Presented by Wellness Pet Company, this fundraiser benefits Pet Partners, the nation’s leading therapy animal organization. Walkers of all ages—and species—are invited to step out in support of therapy animal teams that bring comfort and connection to the people who need it most: veterans, children, older adults, first responders, and others facing physical, mental, or emotional challenges.

Unlike typical fundraiser walks, there’s no set course or time. Participants can walk solo, with family and friends, at work, or in their local community. You can walk anywhere, anytime. Whether you stroll around the block or hike your favorite trail, with or without a pet, this event is about celebrating the human-animal bond and raising vital funds for the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program.

“The World’s Largest Pet Walk is more than a fundraiser: it’s an event that gets us moving with our pets, demonstrating one more way they positively impact human health,” said C. Annie Peters, President & CEO of Pet Partners. “And, with every step, walkers help support therapy animals that make meaningful visits to people in need throughout the year.”

Registration for this event is free, and participants are encouraged to fundraise in support of therapy animal visits. Fundraisers who reach key milestones by August 15 will receive special event gear, including a commemorative bandanna or t-shirt. Additional incentive levels and recognition opportunities are available throughout the campaign.

Pet Partners is urging individuals, families, companies, and community groups to walk, fundraise, and spread the word. All proceeds help recruit, train, and register volunteer therapy animal teams who deliver these life-changing visits.

Visit petpartners.org/worldslargestpetwalk to start a team or donate. Whether you’re walking with a pet or in their honor, every step makes a difference. Share your journey online with #WorldsLargestPetWalk and help raise awareness of the incredible impact therapy animals make every day.

About Pet Partners
Pet Partners is the leader in the therapy animal field for registering volunteer teams. Since 1977, we have supported thousands of teams in making millions of meaningful visits across the country and around the world. Through the human-animal bond, we can improve the physical, social, and emotional lives of both the people and animals involved. Pet Partners supports volunteer teams by offering the highest quality preparation, an unmatched approach to evaluation and registration—for nine different types of animals, and a focus on connections. We elevate the importance of therapy animal visits, and our teams help build a healthier and happier world for us all. Whether or not you have a pet, learn more about sharing the human-animal bond by visiting petpartners.org. 

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SAN FRANCISCO, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On June 2, 2025, Airbnb (NASDAQ: ABNB) learned that the company and certain of its directors and executives were named as defendants in a lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware by The Heritage Foundation and American Conservative Values ETF.

The complaint alleges, among other things, that Airbnb improperly excluded certain shareholder proposals from its 2025 definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 25, 2025 (the “Proxy Statement”).

Airbnb disputes the characterizations and claims in the complaint, but nevertheless is attaching a copy of it, with Exhibits A and B, which include the text of the two proposals. As we informed the shareholders, we do not have a record of previous receipt of the shareholder proposals, and thus, were unable to include either proposal in our Proxy Statement for shareholder review. We have offered to work with the shareholders to make sure their proposals are considered for inclusion at our 2026 shareholder meeting.

Airbnb will hold its 2025 annual meeting of shareholders on June 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. More information about the meeting, including instructions on how to join, is available in the Proxy Statement.

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BOSTON, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tomorrow.io, the global weather intelligence leader, headquartered in the United States, and a technology provider of U.S. agencies NOAA, NASA, and Department of Defense, has partnered with the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) to help farmers adapt to volatile and challenging climate conditions and boost productivity using Artificial Intelligence in the Philippines.

In collaboration with the Department of Agriculture (DA), the partnership aims to transform how weather forecasting supports farming by leveraging Tomorrow.io’s AI-driven models and proprietary network of low-orbit satellites. These satellites enable micro-weather forecasting at the plot level, allowing them to deliver precise and timely agronomy advice, such as when to apply pesticides or delay irrigation based on incoming rainfall.

This joint effort comes at a critical time, with the southwest monsoon (habagat) already starting to affect various parts of the country, signaling the arrival of the rainy season.

In 2024 alone, the agriculture sector suffered ₱57.78 billion in damages due to weather disturbances, affecting over 1.4 million farmers and fishers. It resulted in the loss of 2.19 million metric tons of production across nearly 1 million hectares, based on data from the DA’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Operations Center. These figures underscore the urgent need for climate-resilient practices and more effective forecasting tools.

As a geographically complex archipelago, the Philippines faces unique weather forecasting challenges that traditional ground-based solutions cannot solve alone. With hundreds of islands, mountainous terrain, and remote regions, coverage gaps are inevitable. Tomorrow.io’s proprietary space-based satellite constellation is purpose-built to overcome these limitations, delivering real-time, high-resolution weather intelligence across the entire country, including the most remote and underserved areas. Tomorrow.io‘s, the only global provider of such a space technology, ensures truly national coverage, enabling faster, more accurate early warnings and decision-making during severe weather events.

By providing accurate, location-specific weather data, the initiative enables farmers to make informed decisions, manage inputs more efficiently, mitigate weather-related losses, and enhance yields even under increasingly unpredictable conditions.

Tomorrow.io collects global, high-resolution atmospheric data through its proprietary satellite constellation, which physics-based and AI-powered models then process to deliver highly accurate forecasts. This intelligence is then translated into predictive insights via a scalable software platform, enabling proactive risk management across multiple industries.

The weather forecasting firm’s technology has already been tapped in various global development efforts, including with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation programs in Africa. In the Philippines, the licensing agreement allows Tomorrow.io to extend its services beyond agriculture to other critical sectors, such as shipping and aviation, where real-time weather data is vital for safety and efficiency.

About Tomorrow.io

Selected by TIME Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Companies in the World, Tomorrow.io is the world’s leading Resilience Platform™. Combining next-generation space technology, advanced generative AI, and proprietary weather modeling, Tomorrow.io delivers unmatched forecasting and decision-making capabilities. Trusted by six of the top ten Fortune 500 companies, Tomorrow.io empowers organizations to proactively manage weather-related risks, opportunities, and enhance operational efficiency. From cutting-edge weather intelligence to real-time early warning systems, Tomorrow.io enables predictive, impact-based action for a safer, more resilient future. Learn more at Tomorrow.io.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Nathaniel Cruzado
PR Associate, Uniquecorn Strategies
nathaniel@uniquecornpr.com | 0927-500-2638

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NEW ORLEANS, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Congress considers changes to the federal energy tax credits as part of the budget reconciliation process, leadership at PosiGen is calling on Senators to modify the House bill that would have devastating consequences on domestic energy production and energy costs. Specifically, PosiGen urges the Senate to provide a reasonable pathway that does not undermine business investment and threatens nearly 300,000 jobs, and also preserves the ability for working class households to access the tax credits to save on their utility bills through solar leasing.

“We’ve helped tens of thousands of working class families save on their energy costs with rooftop solar leasing—without requiring high credit scores, high incomes, or upfront costs,” said Tom Neyhart, Founder of PosiGen. “Immediately eliminating the energy credits in the way that the House bill does would punish businesses, increase energy costs, and shut out the very families who need this support the most. “

PosiGen serves over 40,000 homeowners across 15 states, including Louisiana, Mississippi, West Virginia, Maine, and Pennsylvania—many in communities with some of the highest energy burdens in the country, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). At a time when energy demand is spiking across the country, we need all energy sources – including rooftop solar – so that we don’t face blackouts and spiking energy costs. 

“This is about energy dominance and affordability, not politics,” said Peter Shaper, CEO of PosiGen. “These credits have supported a resurgence in American energy manufacturing, created hundreds of thousands of American jobs, and helped millions of households keep the lights on. Ending them abruptly would pull the rug on businesses and undo years of progress.“

According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the U.S. solar industry supports more than 263,000 jobs, over 100,000 of which are tied to rooftop solar. Also at risk are over 300 new manufacturing facilities and nearly $300 billion in investments. Elimination of these credits would also have an inflationary effect by increasing energy costs by $51 billion for American families and businesses.”Solar is incredibly popular across the country and provides families one of the most powerful tools we have to take control of their energy costs and increase their resilience to power outages. ,” said Kyle Wallace, PosiGen’s VP of Policy and Chair of SEIA’s Residential Solar & Storage Division. “We cannot afford to go backwards. Congress must ensure that we don’t make the critical mistake of creating energy chaos that will hurt our economy and send American manufacturing back to China.“

A Call to Action

PosiGen leaders are encouraging homeowners, advocates, and clean energy supporters to contact their congressional representatives and urge them to protect the energy tax credits and support American jobs, manufacturing, and energy.

Media Availability

PosiGen executives are available for media interviews this week:

• Tom Neyhart, Founder, PosiGen, PBC
• Peter Shaper, CEO, PosiGen, PBC
• Kyle Wallace, VP of Policy & Chair, SEIA Residential Solar & Storage Division

To schedule an interview, contact:
Jhané Wilcox
Sr. Director of Growth Marketing, PosiGen, PBC
jwilcox@posigen.com | 504.313.4239

About PosiGen, PBC

PosiGen, with a mission to make solar energy affordable for homeowners of all income levels, is the leading solar and energy efficiency provider focused on providing access to clean energy to underserved communities. Since its founding in 2011, PosiGen has offered innovative “no credit check” financing that makes its services accessible for all families regardless of socioeconomic status, helping them reduce their utility bills and achieve greater financial autonomy. PosiGen has more than 600 employees and has served nearly 30,000 customers in more than a dozen states. Through the expanding PosiGen Partner Program, a network of values-aligned solar service providers, the company supports hundreds of other solar jobs across the country. Learn more about PosiGen’s Solar For All mission at www.posigen.com

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MIAMI, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation (NST) has announced that Doha, Qatar, will host the prestigious 2026 Sustainability Awards, highlighting the Middle East’s growing role in advancing global environmental solutions. The announcement was made on May 19 during a special event at the historic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, where NST also confirmed Miami as the host city for the 2025 awards. The gathering drew leading South Florida figures and international sustainability advocates, underscoring Miami’s rising profile in the global climate dialogue.

The December 4, 2025 awards ceremony at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens will honor international pioneers in Leadership in implementation, Biodiversity, and Smart & Sustainable city solutions. In a special moment during last week’s announcement, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava exercised her annual prerogative to grant use of the historic Vizcaya estate.

The evening took on added significance with the presentation of an official letter from Qatar’s Minister of Municipality, H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiya, confirming Doha as the 2026 host city. “From Miami’s shores to Qatar’s deserts, we see the universal need for sustainable solutions,” said Peter Nobel, NST Chairman and member of the Nobel family. “This rotation between continents underscores our commitment to global impact.”

Qatar is emerging as a global leader in sustainability through bold national initiatives and strategic long-term planning. Central to this progress is the Ministry of Municipality, which has driven transformative efforts in building smart cities, enhancing waste management systems, and integrating sustainability into daily urban operations. During the FIFA World Cup, the Ministry demonstrated operational excellence by executing large-scale, environmentally responsible logistics, including efficient waste diversion, smart transport coordination, and sustainable public services. These achievements have set a regional benchmark, reinforcing Qatar’s broader commitment—guided by the Third National Development Strategy (2024–2030)—to generate 20% of its energy from renewables by 2030, preserve ecosystems, and reduce emissions. Public engagement, highlighted by over one million participants in Qatar Sustainability Week, reflects the inclusive approach that has positioned the Ministry as a model for sustainable governance in the Middle East.

South Florida’s leadership turned out in force, including: Florida State Representative Vicki Lopez, Miami-Dade County Commissioners Daniella Cohen Higgins and Roberto Gonzalez, City of Miami Commissioners Christine King, Damien Pardo, and Miguel Angel Gabela, Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago, Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez, and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle. Their collective presence highlighted the region’s bipartisan commitment to sustainability initiatives.

About the Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation

Founded by members of the Nobel family, the Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation promotes sustainable development by recognizing outstanding contributions, fostering scientific collaboration, and catalyzing global dialogue. The Foundation seeks to align human progress with planetary well-being, honoring individuals and institutions whose work inspires transformative change.

About the Sustainability Award

The Nobel Sustainability Trust’s Sustainability Award are presented annually across three distinguished categories: ⁠leadership in implementation, outstanding research and development and outstanding Contribution to Sustainability medals.

The academic awardees are selected by two independent, internationally composed juries, under the academic leadership of the Institute for Advanced Study at the Technical University of Munich, ensuring rigorous evaluation and global perspective. Each year, the awards rotate focus among the foundational sectors of energy, water, biodiversity, smart city solutions and leadership in implementation.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Maria Pereira
Balsera Communications
(470) 809-3034
mariap@balserapr.com

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