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GCLSI Successfully Raises CNY2.5 billion ($US386 million) through Private Placement Share Offering

SUZHOU, China, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — GCL System Integration Technology Co. Ltd («GCLSI » or «the Company»)(Shenzhen:002506), a leading photovoltaics(PV) company in China, announced on January 21 that it successfully raised 2.5 billion yuan ($US386 million) through a private placement offering, which will accelerate the implementation of the Company’s «dual-core business(photovoltaic and semiconductor)» strategy.

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SUZHOU, China, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — GCL System Integration Technology Co. Ltd («GCLSI » or «the Company»)(Shenzhen:002506), a leading photovoltaics(PV) company in China, announced on January 21 that it successfully raised 2.5 billion yuan ($US386 million) through a private placement offering, which will accelerate the implementation of the Company’s «dual-core business(photovoltaic and semiconductor)» strategy.

In a report on non-public issuance of shares disclosed by GCLSI on January 21, it shows the Company issued 773,230,764 A-shares at a price of 3.25 yuan (50 cents) per share in a non-public offering, with a total amount of 2.513 billion yuan ($US386 million) raised. After the completion of this non-public issuance of shares, the Company’s total assets and net assets will increase and debt-to-asset ratio will decrease, which will help reduce the company’s financial risks therefore enhancing the company’s ability to resist risks, optimize the company’s financial structure, and provide a guarantee for the company’s sustainable development.

The report indicates that the private placement was issued to 14 investors consisting of private shareholders as well as local government platforms and well-known investment organizations.

Among them, JIC Capital Management made the largest subscription of shares with a total amount of 1 billion yuan ($US154 million). Hefei Dongcheng Industry Investment Co., Ltd and Peixian Economic Development Zone Development Co., Ltd. purchased 800 million yuan ($US124 million) and 200 million yuan ($US31 million) in shares, respectively.

GCLSI Board Secretary Ma Junjian pointed out: «This kind of subscription from local government related platforms and well-known investment organizations reflects strong confidence in the Company’s future development, which will accelerate the implementation of the GCL’s dual core(photovoltaic and semiconductor) business strategy. Our aim is to create competitive differentiation, so GCL is accelerating the construction of photovoltaic cell and module bases, while at the same time actively increasing research and development of new technologies such as heterojunction technology(HJT) solar cells and laminated perovskite cells.»

Last December, GCLSI launched a production base for PV modules in Hefei, capital of Anhui Province with a total investment of 18 billion yuan (about $US2.75 billion). The production base will be built in four stages between 2020 and 2023, with the first 15GW capacity now under construction. Upon completion of the project, GCLSI will have the world’s largest module production capacity.

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Actualización sobre el coronavirus (COVID-19): La FDA toma medidas para poner en alerta de importación a todos los desinfectantes de manos a base de alcohol provenientes de México para ayudar a prevenir la entrada de productos que violan la ley y potencialmente peligrosos a los EE. UU., y proteger a los consumidores estadounidenses

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SILVER SPRING, Md., 26 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —  Silver Spring, MD -Como parte de los continuos esfuerzos de la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de los Estados Unidos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) para proteger a los consumidores de los desinfectantes de manos potencialmente peligrosos o de potencia reducida, la agencia ha puesto a todos los desinfectantes de manos a base de alcohol provenientes de México en una alerta de importación nacional para ayudar a detener los productos que parecen estar en violación de la ley al ingresar a los EE. UU. y hasta que la agencia pueda revisar la seguridad de los productos. En el transcurso de la presente pandemia, la agencia ha visto un aumento rápido en los productos desinfectantes de manos provenientes de México etiquetados con contener etanol (también conocido como alcohol etílico) pero que dieron positivo por contaminación por metanol. El metanol, o alcohol de madera, es una sustancia que puede ser tóxica cuando se absorbe a través de la piel y puede ser mortal cuando se ingiere. El metanol no es un ingrediente aceptable en los desinfectantes de manos u otros medicamentos.

Bajo esta alerta de importación, los desinfectantes de manos a base de alcohol de México que se ofrecen para la importación están sujetos a un mayor escrutinio de la FDA, y el personal de la FDA puede detener el envío. Como parte de su revisión de entrada, el personal de la FDA considerará cualquier evidencia específica ofrecida por los importadores o fabricantes de que los desinfectantes de manos se fabricaron de acuerdo con los requisitos actuales de las buenas prácticas de manufactura de los EE. UU. Esta es la primera vez que la FDA emite una alerta de importación en todo el país para cualquier categoría de producto farmacéutico.

«El uso de desinfectantes de manos por parte de los consumidores ha aumentado significativamente durante la pandemia del coronavirus, especialmente cuando no se puede acceder a agua y a jabón, y no se tolerará la disponibilidad de productos de mala calidad con ingredientes peligrosos e inaceptables», dijo la doctora en farmacéutica Judy McMeekin, Pharm.D., subcomisionada de Asuntos Regulatorios de la FDA. «Las acciones de hoy son necesarias para proteger el suministro seguro de desinfectantes de manos a base de alcohol. Continuaremos trabajando con nuestros socios para garantizar la disponibilidad de productos seguros y para comunicar información vital teniendo en cuenta la salud y la seguridad de los consumidores estadounidenses».

En los análisis de la FDA de los desinfectantes de manos a base de alcohol importados de México, se encontró que el 84% de las muestras analizadas por la agencia desde abril hasta diciembre de 2020 no cumplían con las regulaciones de la FDA. Se encontró que más de la mitad de las muestras contenían ingredientes tóxicos, incluyendo metanol y/o 1-propanol, en niveles peligrosos. La agencia publicó y actualiza periódicamente una lista de productos desinfectantes de manos que los consumidores no deben usar, que incluyen aquellos que la FDA ha determinado contienen metanol y/ o 1-propanol. En la mayoría de los casos, el metanol no aparece como ingrediente en la etiqueta del producto.

La agencia continúa tomando medidas para ayudar a evitar que los desinfectantes de manos potencialmente peligrosos o que violan la ley entren a los Estados Unidos, colocando productos específicos en alertas de importación, trabajando de manera proactiva con las empresas para retirar estos productos y alentando a los minoristas para que eliminen los productos que violan la ley de los estantes de las tiendas y mercados en línea. Como parte de estas acciones, la agencia también ha emitido 14 cartas de advertencia desde julio de 2020 por distribuir desinfectante de manos con metanol no declarado, contenido inapropiado de etanol, afirmaciones engañosas – incluyendo la afirmación incorrecta de estar aprobados por la FDA – y por prácticas de fabricación inadecuadas. La FDA continúa trabajando de manera proactiva con las autoridades del gobierno mexicano, los fabricantes y los minoristas para garantizar que no se distribuyan a los consumidores productos potencialmente peligrosos o que violan la ley.

La agencia recuerda a los fabricantes, distribuidores, re-empacadores e importadores que son responsables de la calidad de sus productos e insta a los fabricantes a probar sus materias primas para asegurarse de que cumplen con las especificaciones de etiquetado y están libres de contaminación dañina. La FDA emitió recientemente una guía que describe la política de la agencia para que los fabricantes de medicamentos y los fabricantes de compuestos prueben el alcohol o el alcohol isopropílico en busca de metanol antes de usar el alcohol para producir medicamentos, incluyendo los productos desinfectantes de manos.

Los desinfectantes de manos contaminados con metanol son un problema de seguridad grave, y la FDA tiene conocimiento de eventos adversos, incluyendo ceguera, complicaciones cardíacas, al sistema nervioso central, hospitalizaciones y la muerte, principalmente reportados a los centros para el control de intoxicaciones y a los departamentos de salud estatales. La exposición al metanol puede provocar náuseas, vómitos, dolor de cabeza, visión borrosa, ceguera permanente, convulsiones, coma, daño permanente del sistema nervioso o la muerte. Aunque las personas que usan estos productos en las manos corren el riesgo de intoxicación por metanol, los niños pequeños que ingieren estos productos y los adolescentes y adultos que toman estos productos como sustituto del alcohol tienen un mayor riesgo.

Los consumidores que han estado expuestos a un desinfectante para manos contaminado con metanol y están experimentando síntomas deben comunicarse con su centro local pare el control de intoxicaciones y recibir tratamiento médico inmediato para revertir los efectos tóxicos de la intoxicación por metanol. La FDA alienta a los profesionales de la salud, a los consumidores y a los pacientes a reportar eventos adversos o los problemas de calidad experimentados con el uso de desinfectantes de manos al programa de para reportar eventos adversos MedWatch de la FDA (proporcione a la agencia tanta información como sea posible para identificar el producto). Para obtener más información, los consumidores deben consultar las pautas de la FDA sobre el uso seguro del desinfectante para las manos, así como una página de preguntas y respuestas.

¿Necesitas ayuda ahora? Llame al 9-1-1 si la persona está inconsciente o tiene problemas para respirar. Llame a Poison Help al 800-222-1222 para conectarse con su centro de intoxicaciones local. Obtenga más información en https://poisonhelp.hrsa.gov/

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La FDA, una dependencia del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Sociales de los Estados Unidos, protege la salud pública asegurando la protección, eficacia y seguridad de los medicamentos tanto veterinarios como para los seres humanos, las vacunas y otros productos biológicos destinados al uso en seres humanos, así como de los dispositivos médicos. La dependencia también es responsable de la protección y seguridad de nuestro suministro nacional de alimentos, los cosméticos, los suplementos dietéticos, los productos que emiten radiación electrónica, así como de la regulación de los productos de tabaco.

Información para los medios de comunicación: Gloria Sánchez-Contreras, 301-796-7686, gloria.sanchez-contreras@fda.hhs.gov
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ZF lanza la producción en serie de un nuevo sistema de frenado para vehículos eléctricos

LIVONIA, Michigan, 26 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ZF confirma su posición como proveedor de tecnología y sistemas para la electromovilidad con un nuevo pedido de producción en serie. Lo último en soluciones de control de frenos ZF será el estándar en los modelos ID.3 e ID.4 de Volkswagen, así como en la plataforma MEB del sistema de transmisión electrónica modular que el Grupo Volkswagen comercializa a nivel mundial. Con su nuevo control de frenos, ZF puede ayudar a…

LIVONIA, Michigan, 26 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ZF confirma su posición como proveedor de tecnología y sistemas para la electromovilidad con un nuevo pedido de producción en serie. Lo último en soluciones de control de frenos ZF será el estándar en los modelos ID.3 e ID.4 de Volkswagen, así como en la plataforma MEB del sistema de transmisión electrónica modular que el Grupo Volkswagen comercializa a nivel mundial. Con su nuevo control de frenos, ZF puede ayudar a satisfacer altos requisitos de seguridad y comodidad. Además, optimiza la recuperación de la energía de frenado, aumentando la autonomía y la usabilidad diaria de los vehículos eléctricos.

El pedido del Grupo Volkswagen para el nuevo sistema de control de frenos ZF abarca varios millones de vehículos, desde el ID.3 e ID.4 recientemente presentados hasta modelos futuros basados en la plataforma MEB e-drive MEB del fabricante.

Con una interfaz de software optimizada, el nuevo sistema de frenado de ZF puede integrarse y conectarse en red aún más fácilmente en la arquitectura electrónica de los vehículos.

El sistema ZF también admite funciones de asistencia al conductor, como el frenado automático de emergencia. Además, la solución de ZF reemplaza componentes mecánicos previamente necesarios (como el bloqueo de estacionamiento) por funciones de software, lo que ahorra peso y costos.

«Cumplimos con la tendencia hacia la electromovilidad con toda nuestra gama de soluciones tecnológicas, no solo con la tecnología de transmisión», dice Wolf-Henning Scheider, director ejecutivo de ZF Group. «Este pedido de Volkswagen enfatiza cómo nuestras competencias para los sistemas de frenado, así como para los sistemas en red, contribuyen a aumentar la gama de vehículos eléctricos de nuestros clientes. Con este fin, nuestros sistemas ayudan a cumplir con altos requisitos de comodidad y seguridad».

A nivel técnico, el control de frenos ZF se basa en una combinación del servofreno electrónico (EBB) de la empresa y su control electrónico de estabilidad (ESC). El sistema es parte de una red de software alojada en la unidad de control de estabilidad. Ayuda a cumplir con los estrictos estándares de seguridad que han sido establecidos por la asociación europea de seguridad vial EuroNCAP. Los nuevos protocolos de prueba de las funciones como el frenado automático de emergencia generan la necesidad de un impulso más potente para proporcionar una fuerza de frenado aún más rápida y dinámica.

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ZF es una empresa de tecnología global y suministra sistemas para vehículos de pasajeros, comerciales y tecnología industrial, impulsando la próxima generación de la movilidad. ZF hace que los vehículos vean, piensen y actúen. En los cuatro dominios de la tecnología Control de movimiento de vehículos, Seguridad integrada, Manejo automatizado y Movilidad eléctrica, ZF ofrece soluciones integrales para fabricantes de vehículos establecidos y proveedores de servicios de movilidad y transporte emergentes. ZF electrifica diferentes tipos de vehículos. Con sus productos, la empresa contribuye a reducir las emisiones y proteger el clima.

ZF adquirió WABCO Holdings Inc. el 29 de mayo de 2020. En la actualidad, tiene 160,000 empleados en todo el mundo con aproximadamente 260 instalaciones en 41 países. En el 2019, las dos empresas independientes lograron ventas de 36,500 millones de euros (ZF) y 3,400 millones de dólares (WABCO).

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Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and LionGrove Reveal Plans to Open Foxwoods El San Juan Casino at the Legendary Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico

PUERTO RICO and MASHANTUCKET, Conn. and NEW YORK and MIAMI, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and LionGrove today announced the formation of a partnership to reopen the historic and iconic El San Juan Casino as the Foxwoods El…

PUERTO RICO and MASHANTUCKET, Conn. and NEW YORK and MIAMI, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and LionGrove today announced the formation of a partnership to reopen the historic and iconic El San Juan Casino as the Foxwoods El San Juan Casino. In addition to redeveloping the casino, the two partners are also thrilled to reopen the renowned Tropicoro entertainment venue, welcoming back performers, artists, live entertainment and events once again to its stage.

The new casino will add a $12.5 million investment in addition to a recently completed renovation for the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel, resulting in a total of $137.5 million in resort enhancements. These investments and the opening of the casino are anticipated to generate an estimated economic impact of $22 million back into the island, creating a projected 360 new jobs in the region – over 150 of those being at the casino.

Having originally debuted in the 1960s, the El San Juan became one of the most luxurious and sought after casino destinations in the world, defined by its classic European style, iconic crystal chandeliers and hand-carved, mahogany-paneled walls. Over the years, the Tropicoro stage drew stars such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Martin, Liza Minnelli, Rita Moreno, Paul Anka and many more. The new identity pays homage to the casino’s legendary history in San Juan and Foxwoods Resort Casino, owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and one of the largest resort casinos in North America, named a «Best Casino» by USA Today readers numerous times.

Located in the beachfront Fairmont El San Juan Hotel along the award-winning Isla Verde Beach, the approximately 15,000-square-foot casino will feature well-appointed table games and slot machines with first-class service – complementing the resort’s well-appointed luxury accommodations and amenities.

«Our success and experience with operating Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut will allow us to effectively expand our footprint and bring award-winning gaming experiences to Puerto Rico,» said Rodney Butler, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Chairman. «We’re teaming up with one of the most sophisticated players in the market. Bringing together our resort experience and expertise with Fairmont El San Juan’s renowned brand, we believe we can bring real economic and employment growth to Puerto Rico. In addition to offering guests a one-of-a-kind luxury resort destination, the development will bring revenue, value and tourism to the area.»

«Since acquiring El San Juan Hotel in 2015, we have been zealously committed stewards of this world-renowned luxury lifestyle hospitality landmark. We completed a $65 million renovation of El San Juan Hotel in 2017 and subsequently, following Hurricane Maria, a $60 million restoration that led to its rebranding as the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in January of 2020. Currently, the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is more accommodating and exciting than ever, and with this great partnership, we are bringing one of the strongest casino brands in the world to Puerto Rico with plans to launch the most exciting and innovative casino on the island at Puerto Rico’s most legendary address,» said Andro Nodarse-León, LionGrove Founder and CEO.

The Governor of Puerto Rico, Honorable Pedro Pierluisi, joined today’s press conference at the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel where Nodarse-León and Chairman Butler announced plans for the new casino. Honorable Pedro Pierluisi expressed his support of the upcoming project, which will contribute to the economic development of the hotel industry and the general well-being of Puerto Rico: «I am incredibly pleased with the reopening of El San Juan Casino which will result in the creation of hundreds of jobs. The tourism sector represents a great opportunity for our economic development and my commitment is to enhance it. The pandemic has seriously affected tourism on our island, as well as around the world, but with the advent of vaccines, better treatments and security measures, we are preparing so that Puerto Rico can receive visitors and safely enjoy all that our beautiful island has to offer! I am confident the coming months will be crucial, and we will position ourselves positively to resume tourism activity,» Honorable Pedro R Pierluisi.

«Following the completion of Fairmont El San Juan Hotel’s renovation, the launch of Foxwoods El San Juan Casino is the final piece in reactivating our world renowned lobby, a centerpiece of Puerto Rican nightlife and for our Hotel guests,» said Kelley Cosgrove, General Manager, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel. «We are thrilled to be part of the collaboration between two distinguished brands and look forward to attracting new global clientele with this vibrant amenity for our Fairmont El San Juan Hotel guests.»

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel offers guests authentic Puerto Rican hospitality and a luxury lifestyle experience. With Foxwoods’ 29-year legacy in resort and destination gaming, Foxwoods El San Juan Casino will be the perfect addition to the captivating city.

For U.S. citizens, no passports or foreign currency are needed to travel to the island.

About the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation 
The Mashantucket (Western) Pequot Tribal Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located at one of America’s oldest Indian reservations, Mashantucket, in Southeastern Connecticut. As pioneers of the Indian Gaming casino industry, the history of the Mashantucket Pequots reveals one of America’s greatest come-back stories, featured at the Tribe’s world renowned Mashantucket Pequot Museum. Today, the Tribe owns and operates one of the largest Integrated Resort Casino destinations in North America, Foxwoods Resort Casino, along with a variety of complementary businesses including a world-class golf course, luxury spa, Pequot Pharmaceutical Network, and Pequot Plus Health Benefit Services. As one of Connecticut’s highest revenue contributors and largest employers, the Mashantucket Pequots have provided the state more than $4 billion in slot revenue through a first-of-its-kind agreement, established in 1993. Likewise, the Tribe has contributed hundreds of millions in donations and sponsorships for the benefit of communities and tribes in need, locally and throughout the U.S.

About LionGrove
LionGrove is a leading hospitality investment firm whose professionals have over 60 years of combined investment, financing and operational experience forged at some of the most prestigious private equity, investment banking and hotel companies in the world. The LionGrove team brings together the tenacious investment focus of seasoned Wall Street professionals with the eye for creating great environments and the passion for service of world-leading hoteliers. LionGrove seeks to acquire and add value to hotels ranging from midscale to luxury and from limited service to full service located in fundamentally strong markets in the United States. LionGrove and its affiliates have offices in Miami, Florida and San Juan, Puerto Rico. www.liongrove.com

About Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Where lively urban vibes and peaceful ocean views meet, you will find the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel. Located at the award-winning Isla Verde Beach, minutes away from downtown San Juan, Puerto Rico, the hotel artfully blends the best elements of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Venture inside and find an ode to traditions, old and new. If these walls could talk, they would share stories of 1960s society headliners crooning in the nightclub and generations of locals celebrating life’s greatest milestones in the ballrooms. A timeless Puerto Rican icon and one of the Caribbean’s most desired destinations, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel offers guests genuine Puerto Rican hospitality and a luxury lifestyle experience complete with a luxe full-service spa, world class fitness center, retail shops, and lively entertainment. Luxury accommodations include the sleek ocean-villa rooms outfitted with enhanced amenities, making the resort ideal for an authentic Puerto Rican experience. At every turn, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel will captivate guests with its unrivaled presence, storied décor, innovative cuisine, proximity to the best attractions in San Juan, and an exciting nightlife inspired by life’s greatest moments. www.elsanjuanhotel.com I www.fairmont.com/puerto-rico

About Fairmont
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where occasions are celebrated and history is made. Landmark hotels with unrivalled presence, authentic experiences and unforgettable moments have attracted visitors to Fairmont and its destinations since 1907. The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai are but a few of these iconic luxury hotels, forever linked to the special places where they reside. Famous for its engaging service, grand public spaces, locally inspired cuisine and celebrated bars and lounges, Fairmont promises a special brand of thoughtful luxury that will be remembered long after any visit. With a worldwide portfolio of more than 80 hotels, Fairmont also takes great pride in its deep community roots and leadership in sustainability. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,000 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries. fairmont.com | all.accor.com | group.accor.com

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SunPower Expands SunPower Residential Installation (SPRI) Across Six States

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — As demand for solar increases across the country, SunPower (NASDAQ: SPWR), a leading solar technology and energy services provider, is announcing plans to significantly expand its SunPower Residential Installation (SPRI) program this year. SunPower plans to launch SPRI presence in seven new markets across six states by the end of Q2 2021.

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SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — As demand for solar increases across the country, SunPower (NASDAQ: SPWR), a leading solar technology and energy services provider, is announcing plans to significantly expand its SunPower Residential Installation (SPRI) program this year. SunPower plans to launch SPRI presence in seven new markets across six states by the end of Q2 2021.

SPRI enables local companies and entrepreneurs to create or expand their solar energy companies without the complex and asset-heavy roles often associated with a traditional solar dealer business. With SPRI, sales organizations and small businesses can focus on marketing and selling solar while SunPower manages the entire process of rooftop installation, maintenance and repair, customer service, and warranty. This structure lowers the barrier-to-entry for those that want to enter the fast-growing renewable energy sector, provides new channels for SunPower to meet the demand of its rapidly growing customer base, and gives homeowners more options when buying solar.

Organizations that work with SPRI are part of SunPower’s Non-Installing Dealer network. Non-Installing Dealers get access to the industry’s most advanced platform to market, present, design and sell SunPower® systems to homeowners. SunPower’s turnkey software enables non-installing dealers to customize each project from panel placement to financing options.

«With SPRI we are increasing the size of the solar category by enabling entrepreneurs to create sales and marketing-focused solar businesses,» said Tony Garzolini, VP of Sales at SunPower. «Our strong installing dealer network continues to be the foundation we rely on, but you no longer have to own construction equipment and manage a customer support team to be a part of this incredibly exciting industry.»  

In the first quarter of 2021, SunPower will launch SPRI in:

  • Tucson, Ariz.
  • Fresno and the Greater Central Valley, Calif.
  • Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.

Later this year it will launch in Denver Colo., Raleigh, N.C., and the DC Metro Area. The company plans to hire more than 300 field technicians across these cities in 2021 and to complete twice as many installs year over year.

For a list of all SPRI locations, or for more information about becoming a SunPower installer, please visit:  https://us.sunpower.com/dealers-installers/become-sunpower-installer.

To learn more about to becoming a SunPower Non-Installing Dealer, visit https://us.sunpower.com/dealers-installers/become-sunpower-dealer.

About SunPower
Headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley, SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR) is a leading Distributed Generation Storage and Energy Services provider in North America. SunPower offers the only solar + storage solution designed and warranted by one company that gives customers control over electricity consumption and resiliency during power outages while providing cost savings to homeowners, businesses, governments, schools and utilities. For more information, visit www.sunpower.com.

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Unifi Elects Emma Battle to the Board of Directors

GREENSBORO, N.C., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), one of the world’s leading innovators in recycled and synthetic yarns, today announced the election of Emma Battle to the Board of Directors as of January 25, 2021.

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GREENSBORO, N.C., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), one of the world’s leading innovators in recycled and synthetic yarns, today announced the election of Emma Battle to the Board of Directors as of January 25, 2021.

Ms. Battle is currently President and CEO of MarketVigor, a business services company she founded in 2003, and is the President and CEO of Higher Ed Works, a nonpartisan public charity supporting public higher education in North Carolina. She has spent the past 20 years as a leader in B2B, B2C, digital and e-commerce marketing, and she has over 30 years of business experience in marketing, operations and strategy at various companies, including Hanesbrands Inc., PepsiCo, Inc., and Red Hat, Inc. Ms. Battle received her B.A. degree in Economics and Spanish from Duke University and obtained her MBA from Harvard School of Business.

Executive Chairman Al Carey stated, «We are very excited to welcome Emma to Unifi’s Board of Directors. She brings over two decades of highly relevant business and strategy experience, and her impressive track record in marketing will be a great asset to Unifi.   We believe she will provide a complementary set of perspectives to help steward our leaders and growing portfolio.»

Ms. Battle stated, «I am honored to be elected to the Board of Directors of Unifi and believe the Company has a tremendous opportunity to drive long-term growth through its innovative sustainability platform. I look forward to leveraging my past experiences to share insights with the team as they continue to execute on Unifi’s vision and operational initiatives.»

About Unifi:

Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) is a global textile solutions provider and one of the world’s leading innovators in manufacturing synthetic and recycled performance fibers. Through REPREVE®, one of Unifi’s proprietary technologies and the global leader in branded recycled performance fibers, Unifi has transformed more than 23 billion plastic bottles into recycled fiber for new apparel, footwear, home goods and other consumer products. The Company’s proprietary PROFIBER™ technologies offer increased performance, comfort and style advantages, enabling customers to develop products that perform, look and feel better. Unifi continually innovates technologies to meet consumer needs in moisture management, thermal regulation, antimicrobial, UV protection, stretch, water resistance and enhanced softness. Unifi collaborates with many of the world’s most influential brands in the sports apparel, fashion, home, automotive and other industries.  For more information about Unifi, visit www.Unifi.com.

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While Others Cut Back, National Health Foundation Partners with Chrysalis to Increase Job Opportunities

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For many, the pandemic has resulted in devastating life events ranging from unemployment, loss of homes, and food insecurity – but for some, the pandemic has provided an opportunity for a fresh start, especially in the new year.     

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For many, the pandemic has resulted in devastating life events ranging from unemployment, loss of homes, and food insecurity – but for some, the pandemic has provided an opportunity for a fresh start, especially in the new year.     

Chrysalis client and National Health Foundation staff member Paul serving snacks to guests at NHF's Project Roomkey site.

In May of 2020, National Health Foundation (NHF) launched a temporary recuperative care site as part of Project Roomkey – a statewide initiative to house individuals living on the streets to curb the spread of COVID-19. To staff the site, NHF partnered with Chrysalis, a local non-profit dedicated to serving low-income individuals and those experiencing homelessness as they transition back into the workforce.

«Through our partnership with Chrysalis, individuals are gaining valuable personal and professional skills, opening up the door to roles in the healthcare field that may not have been otherwise accessible to them,» shares National Health Foundation President & CEO, Kelly Bruno.

«The people we serve are our neighbors, friends, and family members who are among those at the greatest risk of experiencing the devastating health and economic effects of the pandemic,» reports Chrysalis President & CEO, Mark Loranger. «Hiring opportunities with the National Health Foundation provide a key that will unlock not just a job that will keep them financially secure during this unsettling time, but also open the door to a new path for their lives.»

Throughout the pandemic, 13 temporary employees have transitioned into full-time roles at National Health Foundation as Guest Service Associates. In this role, they continue to provide support services to guests at NHF’s permanent recuperative care sites in Pico-Union and Mid-City. For some, it is providing an opportunity to use their life experience in service to those currently experiencing homelessness. For others, like Dwona Beroit, this job is granting her the opportunity to explore other careers in healthcare like social work.

«Chrysalis is truly a blessing to me because without them I would have never been connected to National Health Foundation. Thanks to NHF, I have found my passion in helping others and am currently pursuing a degree in social work. I want to help others the same way Chrysalis and NHF helped me,» shares Chrysalis client and NHF staff member Dwona Beroit.

If you are interested in covering this partnership and its success, please connect with Stephany Villaseñor or Mallory Loring.

About National Health Foundation    
Founded in 1973, National Health Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation that works within communities to eliminate barriers to health, address the root causes of poor health, and advocate and empower under-resourced communities to find solutions that lead to lasting change. Embracing the guiding philosophy that health begins where we live, learn, work and play, the organization’s advocacy and work focuses on four key areas: housing, food access, built environments and education. 

About Chrysalis
Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for people experiencing homelessness and economic barriers to the workforce by providing the resources and support needed to prepare for, find, and retain employment. Since 1984, Chrysalis has served more than 71,000 individuals at its five centers and locations throughout Southern California. During 2020 and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 1,500 Chrysalis clients secured employment while participating in Chrysalis’ program and more than 1,500 participants worked a transitional job with the organization’s social enterprise. Learn more at ChangeLives.org.

Contact:

Stephany Villaseñor, National Health Foundation
213-706-1859, svillasenor@nhfca.org 

Mallory Loring, Chrysalis
520-907-4361, mallory.loring@changelives.org

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While Others Cut Back, National Health Foundation Partners with Chrysalis to Increase Job Opportunities

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — For many, the pandemic has resulted in devastating life events ranging from unemployment, loss of homes, and food insecurity – but for some, the pandemic has provided an opportunity for a fresh start, especially in the new year.     

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — For many, the pandemic has resulted in devastating life events ranging from unemployment, loss of homes, and food insecurity – but for some, the pandemic has provided an opportunity for a fresh start, especially in the new year.     

In May of 2020, National Health Foundation (NHF) launched a temporary recuperative care site as part of Project Roomkey – a statewide initiative to house individuals living on the streets to curb the spread of COVID-19. To staff the site, NHF partnered with Chrysalis, a local non-profit dedicated to serving low-income individuals and those experiencing homelessness as they transition back into the workforce.

«Through our partnership with Chrysalis, individuals are gaining valuable personal and professional skills, opening up the door to roles in the healthcare field that may not have been otherwise accessible to them,» shares National Health Foundation President & CEO, Kelly Bruno.

«The people we serve are our neighbors, friends, and family members who are among those at the greatest risk of experiencing the devastating health and economic effects of the pandemic,» reports Chrysalis President & CEO, Mark Loranger. «Hiring opportunities with the National Health Foundation provide a key that will unlock not just a job that will keep them financially secure during this unsettling time, but also open the door to a new path for their lives.»

Throughout the pandemic, 13 temporary employees have transitioned into full-time roles at National Health Foundation as Guest Service Associates. In this role, they continue to provide support services to guests at NHF’s permanent recuperative care sites in Pico-Union and Mid-City. For some, it is providing an opportunity to use their life experience in service to those currently experiencing homelessness. For others, like Dwona Beroit, this job is granting her the opportunity to explore other careers in healthcare like social work.

«Chrysalis is truly a blessing to me because without them I would have never been connected to National Health Foundation. Thanks to NHF, I have found my passion in helping others and am currently pursuing a degree in social work. I want to help others the same way Chrysalis and NHF helped me,» shares Chrysalis client and NHF staff member Dwona Beroit.

If you are interested in covering this partnership and its success, please connect with Stephany Villaseñor or Mallory Loring.

About National Health Foundation    
Founded in 1973, National Health Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation that works within communities to eliminate barriers to health, address the root causes of poor health, and advocate and empower under-resourced communities to find solutions that lead to lasting change. Embracing the guiding philosophy that health begins where we live, learn, work and play, the organization’s advocacy and work focuses on four key areas: housing, food access, built environments and education. 

About Chrysalis
Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for people experiencing homelessness and economic barriers to the workforce by providing the resources and support needed to prepare for, find, and retain employment. Since 1984, Chrysalis has served more than 71,000 individuals at its five centers and locations throughout Southern California. During 2020 and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 1,500 Chrysalis clients secured employment while participating in Chrysalis’ program and more than 1,500 participants worked a transitional job with the organization’s social enterprise. Learn more at ChangeLives.org.

Contact:

Stephany Villaseñor, National Health Foundation
213-706-1859, svillasenor@nhfca.org 

Mallory Loring, Chrysalis
520-907-4361, mallory.loring@changelives.org

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Secure Futures Opens Office in Charlotte, NC

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Secure Futures Solar, a commercial-scale solar power developer based in Staunton, Va., has recently opened an office to offer distributed solar power systems to schools, hospitals and businesses in North Carolina. The new office will be staffed by two veterans of solar power and energy businesses. The Charlotte office will seek to develop the substantial…

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Secure Futures Solar, a commercial-scale solar power developer based in Staunton, Va., has recently opened an office to offer distributed solar power systems to schools, hospitals and businesses in North Carolina. The new office will be staffed by two veterans of solar power and energy businesses. The Charlotte office will seek to develop the substantial untapped market for commercial solar power in one of the nation’s top three solar states.

The Tarheel State currently ranks third behind California and Texas for solar capacity, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association of America. However, in contrast to California and Texas, which each boast a balanced mix of solar power from the three major sources – homes, commercial entities and electric utilities — the vast majority of solar installations in North Carolina are owned and operated by monopoly utilities. Commercial-scale solar represents less than five percent of total solar capacity in North Carolina.

«Utility companies have made great strides in providing clean solar power through the electric grid in North Carolina,» said Ryan McAllister, Chief Executive Officer of Secure Futures. «But distributed solar at commercial scale has faced significant barriers in the state. Secure Futures is now introducing a practical way for schools, hospitals and businesses in North Carolina to enjoy the financial benefits of generating their own solar power right on site.»

Thanks to a strong Renewable Portfolio Standard and other public policy encouraging clean energy, North Carolina has installed 6,487 megawatts of solar generating capacity, providing 7 percent of the state’s total electric power as of late 2020. The state boasts enough solar panels to run the equivalent of nearly 800,000 homes. Prices of solar installations have fallen 45 percent over the last 5 years, allowing more than 200 solar companies to create 6,617 jobs in the state as of late last year, according to SEIA.

Despite all these gains, high upfront cost to customers has prevented the growth of distributed solar power in North Carolina. Distributed solar offers benefits not available from centralized, utility-scale solar including money savings to customers, positive environmental impact and adding resilience to the electric grid. A 2017 law authorized solar leasing, offering homeowners along with schools, hospitals and businesses the opportunity to host a solar energy system on site with no upfront capital cost.

Secure Futures is among a handful of providers authorized by the North Carolina Utilities Commission to offer distributed solar power through the state’s solar equipment leasing program. Through its proprietary Solar Self-Generation Agreement®, the company is the only commercial-scale solar provider in North Carolina to offer a modified version of leasing with benefits to the customer not available through a traditional lease.

«Leasing doesn’t allow customers to benefit from the largest incentive available to go solar, federal tax credits to purchase solar equipment,» said CEO McAllister. «This is especially hard on non-taxable schools, hospitals and local governments, which cannot qualify for the tax incentive even if they choose to buy their own solar equipment.»

Unlike traditional leasing agreements, the SGA® allows Secure Futures to pass along savings from the federal Solar Investment Tax Credit to tax-exempt customers. The solar ITC was recently extended by Congress through 2022 at a rate of 26 percent.

Secure Futures will offer on-site solar power by SGA® financing in North Carolina through its new Charlotte office, staffed by two veterans of solar power and energy.

Joe DeRado will serve as Business Development Director for the whole company, supervising sales staff in the three states currently served by Secure Futures. Formerly Vice President of Market Development for Sun FundED, a service company in Indianapolis focused on helping K-12 schools go solar, DeRado also worked for Constellation Energy and Direct Energy Business.

«I’m looking forward to help local governments, hospitals and businesses in North Carolina save money with a new option for on-site solar power at no upfront capital cost. With my background in energy for education, I’m also eager to connect schools with innovative classroom programs to provide students with hands-on experience in solar power and clean energy,» said DeRado.

North Carolina native Jeff Gowdy will serve as Business Development Associate in Charlotte. Gowdy holds a Solar Photovoltaic Certification from Everblue and previously worked as a solar installer. Currently, he is enrolled in a remote program to earn a master of engineering degree in Space Operations from the University of Colorado, uniting his interest in clean energy with a lifelong love of space exploration.

**Headshots of Charlotte office staffers available at https://tinyurl.com/y4ywtfkv**

About Secure Futures, LLC
As a market and policy leader, Secure Futures builds, owns, manages and funds affordable Resilient Solar Solutions® for hospitals, schools and businesses. The company combines state-of–the-art solar technology with an innovative business model to make commercial scale solar readily affordable in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, helping customers to realize the economic, environmental, and community benefits of solar energy. In 2017, Secure Futures became a Certified B Corporation®. Find the company online at www.securefutures.solar.

Contact: 
Erik Curren, Secure Futures
erik@securefutures.solar
540-466-6128

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Hilco Redevelopment Partners’ Cori Rosales Accepted to the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation Leadership Academy 2021 Cohort

CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hilco Redevelopment Partners is proud to announce that Cori Rosales has been accepted to the 2021 cohort of the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) Leadership Academy. Founded by the CLCF in 2018, the Leadership Academy was created to further develop the next generation of leaders in Chicago who offer diversity of thought, education, and experiences.

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CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hilco Redevelopment Partners is proud to announce that Cori Rosales has been accepted to the 2021 cohort of the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) Leadership Academy. Founded by the CLCF in 2018, the Leadership Academy was created to further develop the next generation of leaders in Chicago who offer diversity of thought, education, and experiences.

Ms. Rosales participated in a highly competitive process for one of twenty-four positions as a fellow in the 2021 cohort, including having a proven track record and passion for leadership, civic engagement, and potential for upward mobility. The program begins in mid-January and lasts six months. Once the class is completed, Ms. Rosales and her cohorts will be well-prepared for upward mobilization to executive level roles, effective design and facilitation techniques for professional growth, executive presence and media training, campaign strategies for elected office opportunities, and serve on both private and public boards & commissions.

Ms. Rosales said, «I am thrilled to have been chosen to be part of this transformational opportunity to learn about issues specific to Chicago and how to potentially offer sustainable solutions to enact positive change to the city and the community.»

The Chicago Latino Caucus believes in engaging and mobilizing the next generation of leaders from all industries, creating a much-needed talent pipeline to fulfill leadership gaps in both the public and private sectors. It was founded by the Latino Caucus to serve as a vehicle for improving access to higher education by way of scholarships, internships, and mentoring opportunities for Chicago’s Latino youth. The City Council Latino Caucus includes 13 members from across the city. More information about the program can be found on their website at www.ccclatinocaucus.org/leadership-academy/.

Roberto Perez, CEO of Hilco Redevelopment Partners said, «Hilco Redevelopment Partners continues to prioritize diversity and opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities in which we work.» Perez continues, «We are so proud of Cori. She is an important, rising member of our organization and we know she is going to excel in the CLCF Leadership Academy and be an instrumental leader in finding ways to overcome the challenges Chicago is facing.»

About Hilco Redevelopment Partners (HRP): HRP (www.hilcoredev.com) provides a single integrated solution to maximize the value of industrial sites.  As an industry leader in redeveloping large industrial projects, HRP is a trusted partner and principal investor that creates exceptional value by developing and managing mixed use projects, state-of-the-art warehouses, fulfillment centers and industrial facilities located near major transportation hubs, ports, and strategic infrastructure assets.  HRP’s facilities are developed to meet our customer’s needs by locating in markets with strong labor pools near major population centers.  HRP is an operating unit of Hilco Global (www.hilcoglobal.com), a privately held diversified financial services company and the world’s preeminent authority on maximizing the value of assets for both healthy and distressed companies. Hilco Global operates as a holding company comprised of over 20 specialized business units that work to help companies understand the value of their assets and then monetize that value.

MEDIA CONTACT
Gary C. Epstein
Hilco Global
Executive Vice President – CMO
gepstein@hilcoglobal.com  
+1 847 418 2712

 

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