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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bath & Body Works Recognized for Donation Partnership With Good360
NORTHAMPTON, MA / / May 13, 2025 / Bath & Body Works Bath & Body Works announces that the company has earned a Top Project of the Year from the Environment + Energy Leader Product and Project Awards for its donation partnership with Good360. In recognition for its impactful product donation program with Good360, Bath & Body Works recently earned a Top Project of the Year award from the Environment + Energy Leader Product and Project Awards. This award recognizes projects making meaningful contributions to a more sustainable and responsible business landscape. For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. A panel of executive-level judges from more than 20 leading organizations across various industries evaluated the award entries. This year's judges selected Bath & Body Works for successfully diverting nearly half a million pounds of product from landfills while positively affecting the environment and communities. They also noted how the brand demonstrated how businesses can drive sustainable change through thoughtful, employee-driven solutions. In 2023, Bath & Body Works partnered with Good360, an organization that connects communities in crisis with essential goods and helps companies responsibly redistribute excess inventory. The two launched a pilot donation program that took unsold items marked-out-of-stock from Bath & Body Works stores and donated them to communities in need. Last year, Bath & Body works donated 1.3 million+ personal care and home fragrance items to Good360 for shelters, food banks and disaster recovery. "This recognition is not just a celebration of our progress on our environmental impact; it's also an example of the good that can happen when we work together to shape a resilient and responsible future," says Jeff King, Group Vice President, Head of ESG at Bath & Body Works. "We're incredibly proud of all the good work we've been able to achieve through this partnership. None of this would've been possible without the cross-collaboration between our associates and our partners at Good360." Bath & Body Works remains committed to sustainability and protecting the planet that provides resources used to make fragrances and products. It was also recently recognized by USA Today and Statista as one of America's Climate Leaders in 2025. Read more about Bath & Body Works' philanthropic and sustainability efforts at About the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. Entries are evaluated using a rigorous five-point rating system by an independent panel of executive-level judges from leading organizations across various industries. To see this year's winners and learn more about our judges, visit View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Bath & Body Works on Contact Info:Spokesperson: Bath & Body WorksWebsite: info@ SOURCE: Bath & Body Works View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EHS Hero by BLR earns Top Product of the Year Award from Environment+Energy Leader
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BLR®, an industry-leading provider of compliance and management software and corporate training, has announced that its comprehensive environment, health, and safety (EHS) management and compliance platform, EHS Hero®, has been recognized as a Top Product of the Year in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards for the second year in a row. Judges recognized EHS Hero as an outstanding example of innovation in EHS compliance and management software. "EHS Hero simplifies regulatory compliance by providing real-time regulatory updates, expert insights, and powerful compliance tools. This recognition as a Top Product of the Year by the E+E Leader Awards highlights the platform's role in helping businesses proactively manage risk, ensure compliance, and maintain a safe and sustainable workplace." —Chris Ceplenski, Senior Content Manager, BLR The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards are an annual program that recognizes excellence in products and services that provide companies with energy and environmental benefits, as well as in projects implemented by companies that improve environmental or energy management outcomes and increase the bottom line. Awards were scored by a panel of independent judges from more than 20 companies, including Hyundai Motor Group, JLL, Air Force OEA, Navitas Partners, UCLA, TRC Companies, IWSI America, Intrinsic Textiles, Climate Social, and CapGemini. With the sustainability and energy landscape evolving rapidly, professionals face increasing challenges in selecting the right solutions. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards serve as a trusted benchmark, highlighting cutting-edge innovations and real-world success stories. Through rigorous expert evaluation, the program provides companies with vetted products and proven projects that drive meaningful improvements in sustainability and energy management. "Every year, our judges look to recognize businesses that are truly moving the needle and striving for sustainability and operational efficiency," says Kay Harrison, VP and head of the E+E Leader Awards program. "This year's winners exemplify the kind of forward-thinking strategies and technologies that companies need to stay ahead in an increasingly complex energy and environmental landscape." EHS Hero offers a comprehensive and proactive approach to managing EHS challenges. The expert-crafted compliance content, insights, and EHS management workflow modules track leading and lagging indicators, providing risk analysis, procedural guidance, engagement, and hazard prevention solutions. The tools are designed with a unique blend of features and capabilities that are easy to use and communicate with each other, making it simple for EHS professionals to complete related tasks from a single interface. Recently, EHS Hero underwent a UI/UX redesign featuring several innovations, including a configurable dashboard, easier access to regulatory content, and expedited search functionality. The new EHS Hero is a scalable, efficient, and adaptable solution that helps businesses meet current environmental regulations while keeping their workforce safe from potential job hazards and exposure. This award serves as a testament to BLR's ongoing commitment to continue to improve to meet its users' evolving needs. Organizations interested in learning more about EHS Hero and how it can streamline their EHS compliance and management processes can visit About BLR For nearly 50 years, BLR has been the trusted compliance and training partner for HR and EHS teams operating in highly regulated industries. Our suite of products has continuously evolved to meet today's regulatory requirements and industry demands. With long-standing expertise in HR legislative and EHS regulatory compliance, BLR is uniquely positioned to equip businesses with the guidance needed to navigate federal and state regulatory requirements, mitigate risks, and foster a safe and productive working environment. Staying true to our founding purpose and unwavering commitment to quality and accuracy, we empower businesses with the knowledge needed to navigate today's dynamic business and regulatory environments. About Environment+Energy Leader Since 2006, Environment+Energy Leader's website and newsletters have provided the definitive and objective voice in reporting on business-related energy, environmental, and sustainability issues. Visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BLR Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Automotive
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Bidgely's EV Intelligence Awarded 2025 Top Product of the Year from Environment+Energy Leader
Company's unmatched AI-powered EV analytics recognized for pioneering the future of grid management LOS ALTOS, Calif., April 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bidgely's artificial intelligence (AI)-powered EV Intelligence solution has been named a 2025 Top Product of the Year in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards - an annual program honoring excellence in products and services that provide companies with significant energy and environmental benefits. E+E Leader recognized Bidgely's EV Intelligence solution as an outstanding example of innovation in empowering utilities to alleviate electric vehicle (EV) charging-related grid congestion and paving the road to smarter load management. "Every year, our judges look to recognize the businesses that are truly moving the needle and striving for sustainability and operational efficiency," says Kay Harrison, VP and head of the E+E Leader Awards program. "This year's winners exemplify the kind of forward-thinking strategies and technologies that companies need to stay ahead in an increasingly complex energy and environmental landscape." Actionable EV Data with 98% Accuracy Bidgely's patented EV Intelligence solution addresses the challenge of identifying and managing EV charging impacts on the grid. While most competing methods struggle to distinguish EV charging data from other large household appliances, Bidgely's AI-driven disaggregation of smart meter data delivers unmatched 98 percent accuracy for Level 1 and Level 2 charger detection — arming utilities with information needed for critical initiatives like shifting peak load and managed charging. Utilities across the U.S. have deployed Bidgely's EV Intelligence solution to, for example, target customers with high-value baseline charging behavior for enrollment in managed charging pilots, resulting in 3X increases in peak demand reduction per vehicle. GenAI Rapidly Simulates Future Grid Impacts of EVs E+E Leader also recognized Bidgely's EV Intelligence solution for its GenAI integration, which enables utilities to perform staggered charging and long-term grid impact simulations rapidly and intuitively. This opens up new possibilities for utilities to optimize supply and demand, defer unnecessary infrastructure upgrades and prioritize critical assets. "This award further validates our belief that intelligent EV solutions are critical for a sustainable future. It's a tribute to the collaborative spirit that's enabling utilities to turn the challenge of EV charging into an opportunity for grid resilience and efficiency," said Gautam Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer of Bidgely. "We're excited to lead the charge toward a smarter, more resilient energy grid." "The winners of this year's E+E Leader Awards are tackling some of the most pressing sustainability and energy challenges with real-world, scalable solutions," says Sarah Roberts, Co-President of E+E Leader and C-Suite Compass LLC. "These projects and products push industry standards forward and are setting new benchmarks for innovation and impact." To learn how utilities are using Bidgely's AI-powered EV solution to develop targeted EV load management programs, visit: About Environment+Energy Leader Since 2006, Environment+Energy Leader's website and newsletters have provided the definitive and objective voice in reporting on business-related energy, environmental, and sustainability issues. Visit: About the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. Entries are evaluated using a rigorous five-point rating system by an independent panel of executive-level judges from leading organizations across various industries. To see this year's winners and learn more about our judges, visit About Bidgely Bidgely is an AI-powered SaaS Company accelerating a clean energy future by enabling energy companies and consumers to make data-driven energy-related decisions. Powered by our unique patented technology, Bidgely's UtilityAI™ Platform transforms multiple dimensions of customer data - such as energy consumption, demographics, and interactions - into deeply accurate and actionable consumer energy insights. We leverage these insights to empower each customer with personalized recommendations, tailored to their individual personality and lifestyle, usage attributes, behavioral patterns, purchase propensity, and beyond. From a distributed energy resources (DER) and grid edge perspective, Bidgely is advancing smart meter innovation with data-driven solutions for solar PVs, electric vehicle (EV) detection, EV behavioral load shifting and managed charging, energy theft, short-term load forecasting, grid analytics, and time of use (TOU) rate designs. Bidgely's UtilityAI™ energy analytics provides deep visibility into generation and consumption for better peak load shaping and grid planning, and delivers targeted recommendations for new value-added products and services. With roots in Silicon Valley, Bidgely has over 16 energy patents, $75M+ in funding, retains 30+ data scientists, and brings a passion for AI to utilities serving residential and commercial customers around the world. For more information, please visit or the Bidgely blog at View source version on Contacts Christine BennettBidgelypress@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kern Community College District and ForeFront Power Awarded E+E Leader's "Top Project of the Year" for Solar Energy Portfolio
The District's Sprawling 4.6 MW Portfolio Includes Solar Energy, Battery Storage, EV Chargers, and a Microgrid BAKERSFIELD, Calif., April 01, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ForeFront Power, a leading developer of commercial and industrial-scale (C&I) solar energy and battery storage projects in the U.S. and Mexico, today announced that the Kern Community College District (CCD) Solar Portfolio has been recognized as a "Top Project of the Year" in the prestigious E+E Leader Awards. Judges recognized the Kern CCD Solar Portfolio as an outstanding example of energy innovation in higher education. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards is an annual program recognizing excellence in products and services that provide companies with energy and environmental benefits, or in projects implemented by companies that improved environmental or energy management outcomes and increased the bottom line. Awards were scored by a panel of independent judges from more than 20 companies, including Hyundai Motor Group, JLL, Air Force OEA, Navitas Partners, UCLA, TRC Companies, IWSI America, Intrinsic Textiles, Climate Social, and CapGemini. With the sustainability and energy landscape evolving rapidly, professionals face increasing challenges in selecting the right solutions. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards serve as a trusted benchmark, highlighting cutting-edge innovations and real-world success stories. Through rigorous expert evaluation, the program provides companies with vetted products and proven projects that drive meaningful improvements in sustainability and energy management. "The winners of this year's E+E Leader Awards are tackling some of the most pressing sustainability and energy challenges with real-world, scalable solutions," says Sarah Roberts, Co-President of E+E Leader and C-Suite Compass LLC. "These projects and products push industry standards forward and are setting new benchmarks for innovation and impact." "Every year, our judges look to recognize the businesses that are truly moving the needle and striving for sustainability and operational efficiency," says Kay Harrison, VP and head of the E+E Leader Awards program. "This year's winners exemplify the kind of forward-thinking strategies and technologies that companies need to stay ahead in an increasingly complex energy and environmental landscape." About the Kern CCD Solar Portfolio Kern CCD, one of the largest community college districts geographically in the U.S., serves over 30,000 students through its three colleges: Bakersfield College, Cerro Coso College, and Porterville College. To combat high pollution levels, reduce energy costs, and invest in student success, Kern CCD partnered with ForeFront Power to develop a 4.6 MW solar energy and storage portfolio across multiple sites. The Kern CCD solar energy and storage portfolio includes solar canopies, solar ground mounts, energy storage, a microgrid, and EV charging stations across the District. Combined, these projects generate 5.46 million kWh of clean, renewable electricity annually, helping the District avoid emitting 3,800 metric tons of CO2 each year. This carbon offset is the equivalent of taking 850 gas powered cars off the road each year, representing a net positive for the region's air quality. "Kern Community College District and its three colleges are dedicated to promoting sustainability and advancing climate action. Our partnership with ForeFront Power exemplifies this commitment," said Kern CCD Chancellor Steven Bloomberg. "This collaboration not only makes sound business sense, but also directly benefits our students. Through investments in curriculum development and workforce training at the California Renewable Energy Laboratory at Kern CCD, we are preparing our students and our campuses for a sustainable future." "This award validates our commitment to pioneering sustainable solutions in higher education," said Marcos A. Rodriguez, Executive Director for Facilities & Operations at Bakersfield College. "The Kern CCD project demonstrates how strategic partnerships, and innovative technologies can create significant environmental and economic benefits for our communities and students." Under the terms of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Kern CCD, ForeFront Power developed, owns, and maintains the District's solar energy portfolio. The PPA enabled Kern CCD to develop its portfolio at no upfront cost and without using bond funds. As utility costs continue to rise, Kern CCD is projected to save more than $8 million over the 20-year lifespan of these systems. These financial savings allow the District to redirect funds toward student-focused programs, reinforcing its mission to expand educational opportunities. "By integrating solar power, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure directly on campus, we're not only helping Kern CCD cut costs and emissions but also creating hands-on learning opportunities for students pursuing careers in sustainability," said Ruben R. Fontes, CEO of ForeFront Power. "This award-winning project demonstrates how solar, and storage can drive both financial savings and environmental benefits for educational institutions serving the next generation of the renewable energy workforce." As part of its partnership with Kern CCD, ForeFront Power provides financial support for a renewable energy curriculum that enables hands-on STEM learning with the small-scale solar arrays at Bakersfield College. This includes a collaboration with Strategic Energy Innovations (SEI) to fund Climate Corps fellowships, in which students engage in climate mitigation research with the California National Renewable Laboratory (CREL), an energy hub developed with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). ForeFront Power is also currently working with CREL to develop a microgrid at the Weil Institute Building, which will improve the reliability of power supply to the building, supporting the broader sustainability goals of the District. About ForeFront Power: ForeFront Power is a leading developer of commercial and industrial-scale (C&I) solar energy and battery storage projects in the U.S. and Mexico, also offering fleet electrification services. Over 15 years of working together, the ForeFront Power team has developed more than 1,900 behind-the-meter and community solar projects, totaling more than 1.6 gigawatt-DC of renewable electricity. ForeFront Power serves business, government, education, healthcare and community solar customers with a broad array of development, asset management and advisory services from its San Francisco headquarters and via teams based in New York, Mexico City, and across the U.S. About Kern CCD Kern Community College District (Kern CCD) serves communities over 24,800 square miles in parts of Kern, Tulare, Inyo, Mono, and San Bernardino counties through the programs of Bakersfield College, Cerro Coso College, and Porterville College. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the District's colleges offer programs and services that develop student potential and create opportunities for our citizens. About Environment + Energy Leader Since 2006, Environment+Energy Leader's website and newsletters have provided the definitive and objective voice in reporting on business-related energy, environmental, and sustainability issues. Visit: About the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. Entries are evaluated using a rigorous five-point rating system by an independent panel of executive-level judges from leading organizations across various industries. To see this year's winners and learn more about our judges, visit View source version on Contacts James CorteseGryphon Agency for ForeFront Powermedia@
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Prysmian Earns Top Project of the Year Award from Environment+Energy Leader
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY / / April 1, 2025 / Prysmian, a world leader in the energy transition and digital transformation, today announced that its Advanced E3X® Conductors with Green and Recycled Materials has been recognized as a Top Project of the Year in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards. Judges recognized Prysmian's Advanced E3X® Conductors with Green and Recycled Materials as an outstanding innovation in the energy sector. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards is an annual program recognizing excellence in products and services that provide companies with energy and environmental benefits, or in projects implemented by companies that improved environmental or energy management outcomes and increased the bottom line. Awards were scored by a panel of independent judges from more than 20 companies including Hyundai Motor Group, JLL, Air Force OEA, Navitas Partners, UCLA, TRC Companies, IWSI America, Intrinsic Textiles, Climate Social and CapGemini. "We are honored to be recognized as a 2025 Top Project of the Year Award recipient from Environment+Energy Leader for our Advanced E3X® Conductor Technology," said Andrea Pirondini, CEO of Prysmian North America. "This award is a testament to the hard work, innovation and dedication of our entire Prysmian team as we continue to develop cutting-edge solutions that support the growing demands for a more resilient, efficient and sustainable power infrastructure for the future." With the continued evolution in the sustainability and energy landscape, professionals face increasing challenges in selecting the right solutions. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards serve as a trusted benchmark, highlighting cutting-edge innovations and real-world success stories. Through rigorous expert evaluation, the program provides companies with vetted products and proven projects that drive meaningful improvements in sustainability and energy management. "The winners of this year's E+E Leader Awards are tackling some of the most pressing sustainability and energy challenges with real-world, scalable solutions," said Sarah Roberts, Co-President of E+E Leader and C-Suite Compass LLC. "These projects and products push industry standards forward and are setting new benchmarks for innovation and impact." Prysmian's Advanced E3X Conductor Technology increases aluminum overhead conductors' capacity, efficiency and reliability, allowing for more electric power to be transmitted with lower losses for transmission expansion, including new projects, line rebuilding and reconductoring of existing lines. In 2024, Prysmian focused on using materials from green and recycled sources for all products produced with E3X technology. This bold step reduces energy losses and carbon emissions during production and operation. This technology is the first of its kind to improve power transmission across the grid in an efficient and sustainable manner. This innovation is also the only commercial technology available to increase incremental power grid capacity with minimal capital investment. "Every year, our judges look to recognize the businesses that are truly moving the needle and striving for sustainability and operational efficiency," said Kay Harrison, VP and head of the E+E Leader Awards program. "This year's winners exemplify the kind of forward-thinking strategies and technologies that companies need to stay ahead in an increasingly complex energy and environmental landscape." The full list of 2025 E+E Leader Product & Project Award winners are available online at Learn more about Prysmian at Prysmian North AmericaBased in Highland Heights, Ky., Prysmian North America is a benchmark player in the energy transition and digital transformation. Prysmian's strategy is perfectly aligned with the main market drivers by developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions segments. Prysmian's North American operations include 29 plant locations and nearly 8,000 associates with net sales of $6 billion. Additional information is available at Globally, Prysmian is the largest cable solutions provider in the world, with more than 32,000 employees, 108 production plants and 26 R&D centers in over 50 countries. In 2023, global sales exceeded €15 billion. About Environment+Energy Leader Since 2006, Environment+Energy Leader's website and newsletters have provided the definitive and objective voice in reporting on business-related energy, environmental, and sustainability issues. Visit: About the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. Entries are evaluated using a rigorous five-point rating system by an independent panel of executive-level judges from leading organizations across various industries. To see this year's winners and learn more about our judges, visit Media Relations Anna WrightVice President of Marketing & Communications, NA Justine DavidMowerjdavid@ SOURCE: Prysmian View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
