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Nine-city tour launches Juneteenth weekend in Jackson, MS; Black Girls Defense Fund applications close May 14

SELMA, Ala., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Black women and girls in the South are facing converging crises. In April alone, at least ten Black women were killed and eight Black children were killed in acts of gender-based violence. Black women are more than twice as likely to be murdered by men as their white counterparts, and they die from pregnancy-related causes at more than three times the rate of white women, a disparity made worse by the more than 40 maternity care providers that have shuttered nationwide as federal health care cuts deepen.

The Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium (Southern Black Girls) is responding with the 2026 Joy and Justice Tour, a nine-city mobilization bringing resources, healing, and joy to Black girls, women, and femme identifying youth across the South. The tour launches in Jackson, Mississippi at the city’s Juneteenth Celebration.

“Joy has always been our strategy. But in this moment, joy is also our intervention,” said LaTosha Brown, Visionary Founder of Southern Black Girls. “When Black women are being killed at crisis levels, when hospitals are closing, when our girls are treated as adults from childhood, showing up with resources, connection, and love is not optional. It is necessary.”

Applications for the Black Girls Defense Fund close May 14, 2026. The expanded grant cycle, ranging from $5,000 to $20,000, supports organizations working in health and safety, justice, carceral reform, and restorative justice for Black girls, women, and femme identifying youth across 13 Southern states. The fund confronts a continuum of harm that begins early: research consistently shows Black girls are subjected to adultification bias, perceived as less innocent and less deserving of protection than their peers, a bias that follows them through schools, juvenile justice, and healthcare systems. The girls who survive these systems become the women this country is failing to protect.

“We are in a state of emergency,” said Chanceé Lundy, Executive Director. “Whether the threat is a partner, a hospital, or a closed labor and delivery ward, Black women in the South are dying at rates this country has accepted as normal. The Defense Fund resources the people doing the work to change that, and the Joy and Justice Tour brings their work into the community.”

The 2026 Joy and Justice Tour touches down in nine cities with free programming open to all, featuring interactive workshops, wellness activities, community resources, live entertainment, and safety and advocacy resources.

• June 18 — Jackson, MS
• June 20 — New Orleans, LA
• July 10 — Fort Lauderdale, FL
• July 11 — Eatonville, FL
• August 8 — Louisville, KY
• August 21 — Richmond, VA
• August 22 — Charleston, WV
• September 26 — Columbia, SC
• September 27 — Charlotte, NC

The tour is rooted in the South, where less than one percent of the region’s $4.8 billion in philanthropic investments reaches Black women and girls.

“Joy is not a luxury. Joy is strategy,” Lundy said. “And right now, joy is how we protect each other.”

For more information, visit www.southernblackgirls.org/joytour.

About Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium
Founded in 2017 by LaTosha Brown, Felecia Lucky, Alice Eason Jenkins, and Margo Miller, Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium is a philanthropic organization channeling resources to organizations centering Black girls and women across 13 Southern states. Since 2017, Southern Black Girls has awarded more than $11.4 million to over 250 organizations and provided over $600,000 in micro-grants to more than 1,000 girls through initiatives like the #BlackGirlJoyChallenge.

Contact: For Media Inquiries Only
Candice M. Dixon
Communications Manager
candice@southernblackgirls.org
(334) 394-3236

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Established in 2009 and based in Minnesota, All Energy Solar is celebrated as one of the state’s most seasoned solar installers. Supported by a NABCEP certified workforce, they provide services throughout the midwest and east coast states. Their strong commitment to sustainable energy has solidified their standing as a premier solar provider in Minnesota, offering a hopeful vision for a greener future.

All Energy Solar won the Gold award for best Solar Power Provider in the MSP Mag’s Best of the Twin Cities: 2026 Readers Poll! The community voice and action to vote propelled All Energy Solar to the gold winner in the Solar Power Provider category, among 160 other categories and over 450 winning businesses.

To date, the company has completed over 13,000 energy solution projects and has also earned multiple recognitions for its dedication and satisfactory services.

Reflecting on the recognition, Ryan Buege, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, commented, “It’s an incredible honor to be named Best of the Twin Cities. This recognition reflects not just the hard work of our team, but the deep trust our customers place in us. We’re proud to lean into that trust and continue leading the Twin Cities toward a sustainable future.”

This award means the world to All Energy Solar, as the company has continued to be strategic in a very volatile year for the solar energy industry. Most recently, they have launched EnergyLock: a prepaid lease option for homeowners in Minnesota. With continued pivoting to meet the energy needs of their neighbors, All Energy Solar is proud to offer the smartest, most-cost effective way to go solar in 2026.

The future is bright for All Energy Solar and this award confirms it. As Buege puts it, “We’re excited to help more of our neighbors take control of their energy costs. Launching options like EnergyLock this year was our way of pivoting to meet the real needs of our community. As we grow, our mission stays the same—making clean, cost-effective energy accessible to everyone, one rooftop at a time.”

Interested in switching to solar? Get a free quote started today!

About All Energy Solar

All Energy Solar Inc. provides a full-service solar energy integration experience for residential, commercial, agricultural, and government customers. With industry-leading certifications and full electrical and building licenses, All Energy Solar installs high-quality solar power systems with excellent customer service throughout the experience and after installation. www.allenergysolar.com

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Established in 2009 and based in Minnesota, All Energy Solar is celebrated as one of the state’s most seasoned solar installers. Supported by a NABCEP certified workforce, they provide services throughout the midwest and east coast states. Their strong commitment to sustainable energy has solidified their standing as a premier solar provider in Minnesota, offering a hopeful vision for a greener future.

All Energy Solar won the Gold award for best Solar Power Provider in the MSP Mag’s Best of the Twin Cities: 2026 Readers Poll! The community voice and action to vote propelled All Energy Solar to the gold winner in the Solar Power Provider category, among 160 other categories and over 450 winning businesses.

To date, the company has completed over 13,000 energy solution projects and has also earned multiple recognitions for its dedication and satisfactory services.

Reflecting on the recognition, Ryan Buege, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, commented, “It’s an incredible honor to be named Best of the Twin Cities. This recognition reflects not just the hard work of our team, but the deep trust our customers place in us. We’re proud to lean into that trust and continue leading the Twin Cities toward a sustainable future.”

This award means the world to All Energy Solar, as the company has continued to be strategic in a very volatile year for the solar energy industry. Most recently, they have launched EnergyLock: a prepaid lease option for homeowners in Minnesota. With continued pivoting to meet the energy needs of their neighbors, All Energy Solar is proud to offer the smartest, most-cost effective way to go solar in 2026.

The future is bright for All Energy Solar and this award confirms it. As Buege puts it, “We’re excited to help more of our neighbors take control of their energy costs. Launching options like EnergyLock this year was our way of pivoting to meet the real needs of our community. As we grow, our mission stays the same—making clean, cost-effective energy accessible to everyone, one rooftop at a time.”

Interested in switching to solar? Get a free quote started today!

About All Energy Solar

All Energy Solar Inc. provides a full-service solar energy integration experience for residential, commercial, agricultural, and government customers. With industry-leading certifications and full electrical and building licenses, All Energy Solar installs high-quality solar power systems with excellent customer service throughout the experience and after installation. www.allenergysolar.com

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Serving 80¢ World-Famous Chili Cheeseburgers at
All Southern California & Nevada Locations on Friday, May 15^th from 12 to 8 PM.

LOS ANGELES, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Where else can you get a Chili Cheeseburger for only 80¢, much less a World-Famous one? On Friday, May 15^th from Noon to 8 PM, all Original Tommy’s locations will be offering customers 80¢ Word-famous Chili Cheeseburgers (limit three per customer).

Original Tommy’s will be celebrating at the original “Shack” at the corner of Beverly and Rampart Boulevard in downtown Los Angeles with live entertainment and giveaways on Friday, May 15^th. The Belmont High School Marching Bank will kick off the event at 11 AM. The Koulax Family is proud to be receiving a Resolution honoring 80 years of business in California by Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez. Checks will be presented to The Belmont High School Marching Band and InsideOUT Writers; and Cynthia Koulax, daughter of founder Tommy Koulax, will be greeting the community.

“We are proud to continue the tradition of serving our World-Famous Chili after 80 years,” said Richard Hicks, CFO of Original Tommy’s. “We’ve worked hard to maintain the high-quality products and commitment to our customers that began with our founder Tommy Koulax. As a company we are grateful to be celebrating this remarkable milestone with the community, staff and our loyal customers.”

80^th Anniversary Highlights:

• 80-cent Chili Cheeseburger:  Enjoy an Original Tommy’s World-Famous Chili Cheeseburger for only 80¢. ONLY AVAILABLE on Friday, May 15^th from Noon to 8 PM. Limit 3/per person.
• Live music and entertainment starting at 11:00 AM with the Belmont High School Marching Band and a live Deejay all day.
• Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez to present a Resolution honoring 80 years of business in California to the Koulax family.
• Check Presentation to The Belmont High School Marching Band and InsideOut Writers.
• Members of the Koulax Family, Dawna Bernal, CEO and Richard Hicks, CFO will be in attendance.
• Cynthia Koulax, daughter of founder Tommy Koulax, available for interviews upon request.

About Original Tommy’s
Established in 1946 by Tommy Koulax, Original Tommy’s has 32 restaurants across Southern California and Nevada. Original Tommy’s is known for its World-Famous Chili, Chili Burgers and its All-American quick serve experience.

For more information, please visit www.originaltommys.com.
Social media links: www.facebook.com/originaltommys, www.instagram.com/originaltommys and www.x.com/originaltommys.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — California American Water has signed the Water Forum Agreement 2050 (WF2050), a regional partnership guiding water management, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience in the Sacramento region through 2050.

Audie Foster, Director of Operations for California American Water’s Northern Division, signed the agreement on behalf of the company, joining a coalition of water providers, public agencies, environmental organizations, and business leaders focused on the region’s long-term water future.

“It’s an honor to represent California American Water in signing the Water Forum Agreement 2050,” said Audie Foster. “This agreement shows a shared commitment to collaboration, long-term planning, and responsible water management across the Sacramento region.”

The Water Forum Agreement 2050 builds on more than 25 years of regional partnership, following the original agreement signed in 2000. This updated agreement provides a shared framework to address challenges posed by climate change, including more frequent droughts, increased water demand, and impacts on the lower American River ecosystem.

The agreement maintains two primary objectives: a reliable and safe water supply for economic and community needs, and the protection of the fishery, wildlife, recreational, and aesthetic values of the lower American River.

“California American Water is proud to stand with regional partners in signing this agreement and continuing a proven model for collaboration that supports water supply reliability with environmental care,” said Sarah Leeper, President of California American Water.

The agreement introduces new tools and strategies, including the American River Climate Adaptation Program (ARCAP), to improve regional water resilience by increasing storage, supporting groundwater recharge, improving conservation, and preserving colder river water for fish and wildlife.

These efforts will help the Sacramento region manage water more effectively under shifting climate conditions while maintaining flexibility to adapt over time.

California American Water is among the signatories in the Water Forum’s Water Caucus and continues to be committed to working with regional stakeholders to implement the agreement’s goals and priorities.

About American Water  
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. 

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.  

About California American Water 
California American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 750,000 people. 

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PECULIAR, Mo., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On Friday, May 22, 2026, Operation BBQ Relief® (OBR) will return to the city where its mission began, setting up at Cunningham Park in Joplin, Mo. to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Joplin EF5 tornado and the founding of the organization. OBR pitmasters and volunteers will serve free, hot barbecue meals to Joplin citizens, first responders, tornado survivors, and community members.

The Weather Channel and veteran meteorologist Mike Bettes will also be on site in the evening on May 21 for a special live remembrance show. JOPLIN: 15 YEARS LATER premieres Thursday, May 21 at 9 p.m. EDT on The Weather Channel TV Network and The Weather Channel TV App, with encore airings throughout the weekend.

On May 22, 2011, an EF5 tornado devastated Joplin, claiming 161 lives and destroying thousands of homes and businesses. In the immediate aftermath, a group of competitive pitmasters from eight states mobilized, firing up their smokers and serving more than 120,000 meals in just 13 days to families and first responders. That spontaneous act of compassion led directly to the founding of Operation BBQ Relief.

“Fifteen years ago, the Joplin tornado showed us the healing power of a hot meal and the generosity of the BBQ community,” said Stan Hays, Co-Founder and CEO of Operation BBQ Relief. “We are coming back to honor the lives lost, celebrate this community’s incredible resilience, and give back to the people who inspired our entire mission. This event is about remembrance, gratitude, and continuing to deliver comfort when it matters most.”

The event at 12:00 p.m. on May 22 will be held at Cunningham Park, home to the Butterfly Memorial honoring tornado victims, located at 26th and Maiden Lane, Shelter No. 2, in Joplin, and will feature OBR’s signature smoked pulled pork sandwiches with apple barbecue drizzle, cheesy corn, granola bars, and bottled water. The public is invited to join for meals, fellowship, and reflection.

In addition to the Joplin event, the organization is kicking off its 15-year anniversary celebration with its annual Heroes Golf Classic presented by Mercury 1 and Adams Cable, bringing supporters and partners together to raise funds and awareness for its programs, including Camp OBR. Participants can tee off on Monday, May 18 at one of Kansas City’s finest golf courses and enjoy award-winning barbecue from top pitmasters. The charity golf tournament is taking place from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at two different golf courses: The National Golf Club and The Bluffs Golf Club in Parkville. Proceeds from the event supports veterans, first responders, and their families through OBR’s life-changing programs, including Camp OBR.

For more information and details about OBR’s anniversary week events, visit www.operationbbqrelief.org.

About Operation BBQ Relief
Operation BBQ Relief is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers the healing power of barbecue to communities impacted by natural disasters. Since its founding in Joplin in 2011, OBR has served more than 13 million meals to survivors, first responders, and relief workers across the United States.

Beyond disaster response, the organization enriches heroes’ lives every day through Camp OBR, a 192-acre retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks offering healing experiences, outdoor adventures, and culinary therapy for military members, veterans, first responders, Gold Star families, and their loved ones. It also operates The Always Serving Project, which honors military members, veterans, first responders, and their families year-round with hot BBQ meals, thank-you events, Meals of Gratitude, BBQ education, and culinary therapy. For more information, visit www.operationbbqrelief.org.

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PECULIAR, Mo., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On Friday, May 22, 2026, Operation BBQ Relief® (OBR) will return to the city where its mission began, setting up at Cunningham Park in Joplin, Mo. to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Joplin EF5 tornado and the founding of the organization. OBR pitmasters and volunteers will serve free, hot barbecue meals to Joplin citizens, first responders, tornado survivors, and community members.

The Weather Channel and veteran meteorologist Mike Bettes will also be on site in the evening on May 21 for a special live remembrance show. JOPLIN: 15 YEARS LATER premieres Thursday, May 21 at 9 p.m. EDT on The Weather Channel TV Network and The Weather Channel TV App, with encore airings throughout the weekend.

On May 22, 2011, an EF5 tornado devastated Joplin, claiming 161 lives and destroying thousands of homes and businesses. In the immediate aftermath, a group of competitive pitmasters from eight states mobilized, firing up their smokers and serving more than 120,000 meals in just 13 days to families and first responders. That spontaneous act of compassion led directly to the founding of Operation BBQ Relief.

“Fifteen years ago, the Joplin tornado showed us the healing power of a hot meal and the generosity of the BBQ community,” said Stan Hays, Co-Founder and CEO of Operation BBQ Relief. “We are coming back to honor the lives lost, celebrate this community’s incredible resilience, and give back to the people who inspired our entire mission. This event is about remembrance, gratitude, and continuing to deliver comfort when it matters most.”

The event at 12:00 p.m. on May 22 will be held at Cunningham Park, home to the Butterfly Memorial honoring tornado victims, located at 26th and Maiden Lane, Shelter No. 2, in Joplin, and will feature OBR’s signature smoked pulled pork sandwiches with apple barbecue drizzle, cheesy corn, granola bars, and bottled water. The public is invited to join for meals, fellowship, and reflection.

In addition to the Joplin event, the organization is kicking off its 15-year anniversary celebration with its annual Heroes Golf Classic presented by Mercury 1 and Adams Cable, bringing supporters and partners together to raise funds and awareness for its programs, including Camp OBR. Participants can tee off on Monday, May 18 at one of Kansas City’s finest golf courses and enjoy award-winning barbecue from top pitmasters. The charity golf tournament is taking place from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at two different golf courses: The National Golf Club and The Bluffs Golf Club in Parkville. Proceeds from the event supports veterans, first responders, and their families through OBR’s life-changing programs, including Camp OBR.

For more information and details about OBR’s anniversary week events, visit www.operationbbqrelief.org.

About Operation BBQ Relief
Operation BBQ Relief is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers the healing power of barbecue to communities impacted by natural disasters. Since its founding in Joplin in 2011, OBR has served more than 13 million meals to survivors, first responders, and relief workers across the United States.

Beyond disaster response, the organization enriches heroes’ lives every day through Camp OBR, a 192-acre retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks offering healing experiences, outdoor adventures, and culinary therapy for military members, veterans, first responders, Gold Star families, and their loved ones. It also operates The Always Serving Project, which honors military members, veterans, first responders, and their families year-round with hot BBQ meals, thank-you events, Meals of Gratitude, BBQ education, and culinary therapy. For more information, visit www.operationbbqrelief.org.

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The Official Champagne of the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team Celebrates Race Weekend

NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Champagne Telmont, the Official Champagne of 2025 Season Champions – the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, is bringing its commitment to the environment directly to US-based fans for the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix on May 30-31, 2026. United by a shared vision for the future of sport and the planet, the New York race weekend underscores the partnership’s dedication to performance, innovation, and sustainability.

“Our partnership with the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team reflects Champagne Telmont’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and our belief that meaningful progress comes through collaboration,” said Ludovic du Plessis, President of Champagne Telmont. “Together, we are celebrating the excellence of this sport and the natural world that makes it possible, while supporting local initiatives that can create a positive impact in New York. At Telmont, we believe there is no victory on a losing planet.”

“We’re honored to have Champagne Telmont as our Official Champagne Partner and to be celebrating with them ahead of racing in New York Harbour,” said Sir Ben Ainslie, Emirates GBR CEO and Co-Owner. “We hope, of course, to be toasting a successful weekend of racing on the water, but we’re also happy to be toasting our partnership with Champagne Telmont, and our shared endeavour to tread lightly on our planet and create a sustainable future.”

Champagne Telmont’s dedication extends from the sailboats to the water and oyster reefs beneath them. Champagne Telmont is extending its commitment beyond the waterline as the Official Champagne of Billion Oyster Project, a nonprofit that is on a mission to restore oyster reefs in the New York Harbor and empower the next generation of ocean stewards. Champagne Telmont will integrate Billion Oyster Project into its local fundraising, programming and communications — reinforcing the inherent connection between the sport, the harbor, and the ecosystems that sustain it — to support Billion Oyster Project’s goal of restoring one billion oysters to the New York Harbor by 2030.

“We are delighted to introduce Champagne Telmont as the official champagne of Billion Oyster Project,” said Billion Oyster Project President and CEO, Pete Malinowski. “With our shared values of sustainability leading the charge, we’re eager to work together to connect with new audiences and accounts across New York City.”

Driven by its mission In the Name of Mother Nature and inspired by partnerships with like-minded leaders such as the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team and Billion Oyster Project, Telmont is committed to producing exceptional champagne without compromising on sustainability.

For more information, visit Champagne-Telmont.com and follow along on Instagram @champagnetelmont.

About Champagne Telmont
Telmont is a century-old start-up: born in 1912 and still daring to challenge the status quo, in the Name of Mother Nature! Since 2021, through its environmental program In the Name of Mother Nature*, Telmont has pursued a single ambition: to produce exceptional Champagne without any compromise on sustainability. Guided by the belief that “the wine is good if the Earth is beautiful”, the House aims to convert 100% of the estate’s and partner winegrowers’ vineyards to organic and regenerative agriculture by 2031 (with 70% already farmed organically today). In 2025, Telmont became the first Champagne House to earn the Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) certification, on its organic certified vineyards. The House also aims at drastically reducing carbon emissions with the goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. This commitment is reflected in concrete actions*, including the elimination of gift boxes, the co-development of the world’s lightest standard Champagne bottle (800g), the halt of air freight, and the use of renewable energy. Under the expertise of Cellar Master Brice Bezin, the House crafts champagnes with an airy yet structured style, balancing tension, freshness and remarkable length. In 2024, Telmont unveiled its manifesto cuvée, “Réserve de la Terre”, crafted from 100% organic grapes: radiant, luminous, and full of life, this cuvée represents the future of Maison Telmont. Telmont is supported by like-minded investors, including Rémy Cointreau, majority shareholder of Telmont, and Leonardo DiCaprio, investor and committed environmentalist.

*Our detailed commitments In the Name of Mother Nature are available here, and actions undertaken to reduce CO2 emissions in Our Guide to Sustainability in Champagne.

About Billion Oyster Project
Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives. Why oysters? Their reefs provide habitat for many marine species, have the ability to filter water, and help shield New York City shorelines from storm damage. Founded on the belief that restoration without education is temporary, and observing that learning outcomes improve when students have the opportunity to work on real restoration projects, Billion Oyster Project collaborates with public schools. The crew designs STEM curriculum for NYC schools through the lens of oyster restoration, and engages Urban Assembly New York Harbor School students in large-scale restoration projects, collects discarded oyster shells from NYC restaurants, and engages New Yorkers in the process. The project has introduced 150 million oysters across 17 acres of New York Harbor, with the help of thousands of volunteers and students.

About Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team
The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team was a formidable force both on and off the water in the 2025 Season, becoming the first ever team to complete the treble – winning the Season Championship, SailGP’s environmental and social-focused Impact League and topping the season leaderboard on points. Emirates GBR is led by the most successful Olympic sailor of all-time, Sir Ben Ainslie, as CEO. The team’s F50 is driven by Olympic gold medallist, former Moth World Champion and America’s Cup Helm, Dylan Fletcher MBE. The crew alongside him features sailing’s top talent, including Olympic gold medallists Hannah Mills OBE, Stuart Bithell MBE and Ellie Aldridge MBE, as well as America’s Cup athletes Neil Hunter, Nick Hutton, Luke Parkinson and Ben Cornish. Kai Hockley, a 20-year-old from Tottenham, London, completes the squad as a development sailor who is part of the team’s Athena Pathway programme.

Visit emiratesgbrsailgp.com to find out more.

PR Contact: KLG PR: Telmont@klgpr.com
Emirates GBR Contact: sjenkins@emiratesgbrsailgp.com 
Billion Oyster Project Contact: media@billionoysterproject.org

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10th annual virtual event will tackle housing affordability, climate risk, insurance instability, and the future of housing.

LAKE CITY, Colo., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Green Builder Media announces its 10th Annual Sustainability Symposium: Systems Reckoning, a free virtual event taking place June 3–4, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET each day.

The Symposium will explore how inflation, insurance instability, and accelerating climate risk are exposing fundamental weaknesses in housing, energy, and economic systems—and what must change to address them.

“We can’t solve today’s challenges with outdated frameworks,” says Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media. “This event is about rethinking value, risk, and performance at a systems level.”

Sessions will address the affordability crisis, evolving risk models, regenerative land strategies, and the shifting role of energy in economic stability and resilience.

June 3, 12–3 p.m. ET

• The Affordability Reckoning: Reframing the Solution—Sara Gutterman, CEO, Green Builder Media
• Power Shift: Rethinking Energy in a World at Risk—Bill McKibben, Founder, 350.org and Third Act
• Designing Demand—Lena Hansen, Chief Program Officer, RMI

June 4, 12–3 p.m. ET

• Resilience Is the New Affordability—Laura Sullivan, Correspondent, NPR Investigations
• Land, Capital, and the Long View: Rethinking Value from the Ground Up—Neal Collins, Founder, Latitude Regenerative Real Estate; Founding Partner, Hamlet Capital, and Tom Hoban, President and Chief Investment Officer, Kitson & Partners
• New Rules and Risk Models: Fixing the Math—Andrew Winston, Sustainability Expert and Author

The Sustainability Symposium is made possible by our generous partners, Trane and Whirlpool.

Registration is free! Click here to reserve your seat.

About Green Builder Media

Green Builder Media is North America’s leading media company focused on green building and sustainable living. Through its publications, data platforms, and events, the company provides actionable insights that drive the development of more efficient, resilient, and healthy homes and communities.

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10th annual virtual event will tackle housing affordability, climate risk, insurance instability, and the future of housing.

LAKE CITY, Colo., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Green Builder Media announces its 10th Annual Sustainability Symposium: Systems Reckoning, a free virtual event taking place June 3–4, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET each day.

The Symposium will explore how inflation, insurance instability, and accelerating climate risk are exposing fundamental weaknesses in housing, energy, and economic systems—and what must change to address them.

“We can’t solve today’s challenges with outdated frameworks,” says Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media. “This event is about rethinking value, risk, and performance at a systems level.”

Sessions will address the affordability crisis, evolving risk models, regenerative land strategies, and the shifting role of energy in economic stability and resilience.

June 3, 12–3 p.m. ET

• The Affordability Reckoning: Reframing the Solution—Sara Gutterman, CEO, Green Builder Media
• Power Shift: Rethinking Energy in a World at Risk—Bill McKibben, Founder, 350.org and Third Act
• Designing Demand—Lena Hansen, Chief Program Officer, RMI

June 4, 12–3 p.m. ET

• Resilience Is the New Affordability—Laura Sullivan, Correspondent, NPR Investigations
• Land, Capital, and the Long View: Rethinking Value from the Ground Up—Neal Collins, Founder, Latitude Regenerative Real Estate; Founding Partner, Hamlet Capital, and Tom Hoban, President and Chief Investment Officer, Kitson & Partners
• New Rules and Risk Models: Fixing the Math—Andrew Winston, Sustainability Expert and Author

The Sustainability Symposium is made possible by our generous partners, Trane and Whirlpool.

Registration is free! Click here to reserve your seat.

About Green Builder Media

Green Builder Media is North America’s leading media company focused on green building and sustainable living. Through its publications, data platforms, and events, the company provides actionable insights that drive the development of more efficient, resilient, and healthy homes and communities.

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