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ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Utica Leaseco, LLC (Utica), an asset-based specialty finance company and Ubiquity Solar Inc. (Ubiquity), a photovoltaic (PV) technology company, are pleased to announce the execution of a definitive agreement, whereby Ubiquity has procured from Utica rights to the intellectual property, R&D, production, inventory and other assets (the GaAs Assets) previously part of Alta Devices (Alta) of Sunnyvale, CA. As part of the parties’ transaction, Utica will acquire certain warrants to purchase capital stock of Ubiquity.

Ubiquity Solar intends to relocate the GaAs Assets to the eastern USA to be close to Ubiquity’s Canadian operations. Ubiquity’s site-selection process is based on proximity to Ubiquity Canada, state incentives and access to a skilled workforce. Ubiquity plans to combine the GaAs Assets with its silicon-based PV wafer, cell and module operation. The operation will produce both silicon (Si) and gallium arsenide (GaAs) PV cells and modules for a wide range of high-performance applications that require higher quality, solar energy conversion efficiency, and performance. Ubiquity’s high quality silicon division will remain in Canada.

«We are very pleased to be able to add this significant GaAs-PV technology and manufacturing capacity to our Si-PV technology», said Ian MacLellan, CEO and President of Ubiquity. «Ubiquity’s current Si-PV technology is focused on the high efficiency residential, commercial and utility scale PV markets. This transaction will allow Ubiquity to enter the flight-based GaAs-PV markets for applications such as low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, high altitude long endurance (HALE) unmanned aircraft for delivering 5G over wide areas and drones. Long-term, based on research going back over a decade with university research partners, Ubiquity is investigating SiGaAs multi-junction PV technology for the above markets and the emerging electric vehicle integrated PV (VIPV) market.

David Levy, CEO of Utica, commented that «we are very pleased to have worked closely with Ubiquity’s management team on this transaction. We are looking forward to a mutually rewarding relationship with Ubiquity and supporting their vision in this very important endeavor.»

Please direct any inquiries to:
Ian MacLellan, President and CEO of Ubiquity Solar (ian.maclellan@ubiquitysolar.com) and/or
David Levy, CEO of Utica Leaseco (david.levy@uticaleaseco.com).

Ubiquity Solar develops high performance, advanced PV silicon materials, cells and modules. Its silicon technology can also be used in the Li-Ion batteries, electronic display and semiconductor industries. It is also developing ultra-high efficiency GaAs and SiGaAs PV technology for the Flight Integrated PV (FIPV), Building Integrated PV (BIPV) and electric vehicle integrated PV (VIPV) markets.

Utica Leaseco, since 2005, has provided new, unusual, and complex equipment financing and leasing. With a deep understanding of asset values, Utica’s experienced professionals deliver customized solutions for difficult deals in a responsive and speedy manner.

Forward-Looking Statements and Risk Factors
Certain statements in this news release may be considered to be forward-looking. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations, estimations, and assumptions based on experience, trends, and other factors that are subject to the significant risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties may include, but are not limited to, the effects of general economic conditions, changing foreign exchange rates, actions by government authorities, the requirement for additional capital, high debt levels, negative working capital levels, lack of profitability, risks associated with manufacturing, industry supply levels, competitive pricing pressures and misjudgments in the course of preparing forward-looking statements. Utica and Ubiquity assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements.

Media Contact

David Levy, Utica Leaseco, +1 248-752-1800, david.levy@uticaleaseco.com

 

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NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) – a leading non-profit organization connecting individuals from historically underrepresented populations with transformative career opportunities – continues to break barriers of practical professional expertise with an expansion of its Workforce Essentials Workshop, targeted to highly motivated, early-career professionals.

Since the fall of this year, the no-cost Workforce Essentials Workshop has empowered its participants to successfully move into entry-level positions and to achieve long-lasting personal and professional goals. This online workshop is designed to help participants develop their interpersonal skills through a series of self-assessments, live sessions, and offline reflective activities.

The workshop enables participants to assess their values, learning styles, emotional intelligence, transferable skills, and to use various goal-setting and time management strategies. At the end of each workshop, all students receive a certificate of participation from Columbia University Center for Technology Management.

Chinedu E., one of the workshop participants, stated, «I really appreciate WOS for providing me with this opportunity to learn such great things this week. The Workforce Essentials Workshop has definitely been a highlight for me this week because I have gotten so much great insights in how to move forward. I plan on putting it to practice starting now and going through it throughout 2021 and to see what happens and what impact it has made in my life compared to this year.»

Safaa H., another participant, added, «All the workshop modules were very relevant and very useful. It actually exceeded my expectations.»

With the success of the first two workshops, additional sessions have been scheduled for 2021 through March. Furthermore, WOS plans to tailor this workshop to be able to offer it to non-profits and corporations as part of their career enhancement programs.

«Our world today presents big learning needs and challenges. We believe many of these challenges can be addressed by leveraging the reach and power of our workshop. We’re bringing education to places where people want and need it most,» said Jessica Miller, Director of Academics at WOS.

For more information on the Workforce Essentials Workshop and to sign up, please visit: https://www.wforce.org/workshops/-workforce-essentials-workshop

If you would like more information about WOS and our programs, or are interested in an interview with a WOS representative, please contact WOS media relations at press@wforce.org.
475 Riverside Drive
Suite 1350
New York, NY 10115
Tel: 212-870-0241

About Workforce Opportunity Services

Founded in 2005, Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) is a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to developing the skills of untapped talent from underserved and veteran communities through partnerships with organizations dedicated to diversifying their workforce. Utilizing a scientifically-based model derived from research conducted at Columbia University, we recruit, educate, train, and place high-potential candidates with leading organizations around the world. To date, WOS has served 4,000+ individuals through partnerships with more than 65 corporations in 40+ locations worldwide. For more information, visit wforce.org.

Additional Links

WOS on Twitter (www.twitter.com/wforceorg)

WOS on Facebook (www.facebook.com/wforceorg/)

WOS on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/workforce-opportunity-services/)

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Deborah Vanderlinder
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212-870-2241

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CALHOUN, Ga., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Shaw Sports Turf® announces that its NXTPlay high-performance shock pad product is the first Shaw turf product of any type to be Cradle to Cradle Certified™. The innovative, patent-pending product made from reclaimed and recycled turf fields that was introduced in September 2020 is now Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Bronze.

Cradle to Cradle Certified™ is a globally recognized, third-party assessment program that evaluates a product based upon material health; recycled content and recyclability; carbon management; water stewardship; and social fairness.

«NXTPlay performance shock pad is designed for people AND the planet,» notes Chuck McClurg, vice president of the turf division at Shaw. «It combines superior playability with impressive sustainability attributes. For every field of pad produced the equivalent of one turf field is diverted from the landfill.»

This Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Bronze product is just another example of how Shaw Sports Turf continues to lead the synthetic turf industry in research and development. The company remains committed to bringing new innovations and solutions to the market while providing the next level in performance to customers.

NXTPlay shock pad is available nationwide. To learn more visit http://www.shawsportsturf.com or contact your local Shaw Sports Turf territory manager.

Shaw’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its enterprise-wide sustainability efforts — with almost 1 billion pounds of carpet reclaimed and recycled since 2006, as well as, the more than 1.6 billion pounds of raw material assessed for material health in 2019.

About Shaw Sports Turf
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Shaw Industries is a full flooring provider to the residential and commercial markets. Shaw supplies carpet, hardwood, laminate, resilient, and tile/ stone flooring products, as well as synthetic turf. Shaw Sports Turf is one of the leading synthetic turf companies in North America and has represented quality and innovation for more than two decades with over 3,500 successful installations, including an impressive list of high-profile field installations. For more information please visit http://www.shawsportsturf.com, call 866-703-4004 or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin.

Media Contact

Jennifer Muse, Shaw Sports Turf, 7068793643, jennifer.muse@shawinc.com

 

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TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ICL (NYSE: ICL) (TASE: ICL), a leading global specialty minerals and specialty chemicals company, announced today it was rated A- for the second year in a row, based on its 2020 CDP Climate Report. The rating reflects transparency and performance regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction and climate change actions. ICL’s 2020 rating is tied for highest among Israeli companies, as well as tied for highest in its global fertilizer peer group. 

The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) collects and ranks climate change performance data from more than 8,000 companies around the world and serves more than 500 investors holding approximately $100 trillion in assets. ICL’s CDP report is based on 2019 data and includes a comprehensive breakdown of ICL’s GHG emissions, reduction targets and initiatives.  It also tracks the company’s climate change related risks, opportunities and business strategy. Finally, the report reviews ICL’s participation in emission trading schemes, its gradual transition to renewable energy, receiving external verification and other related topics.

ICL’s leading CDP score is in addition to several other recent achievements in sustainability indices and rankings:

–  Bloomberg Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Disclosure ranking: score of 68, highest among all fertilizer producers and Israeli companies

–  FTSE4GOOD:  inclusion in index for companies with strong ESG practices

–  Maala Corporate Responsibility index: highest score of ‘Platinum +’

–  Bloomberg Gender Diversity Index (GDI):  included for second consecutive year

«We are proud of this achievement, which we attribute to our consistent reduction in ICL’s global GHG emissions in recent years,» said Raviv Zoller, president and CEO of ICL. «We have succeeded to implement our energy efficiency programs and leverage use of new innovative technologies to reduce GHG emissions. ICL remains committed to continuous improvement and adaption of best management practices in all components of sustainability.»

The full 2020 CDP report can be found here.

About ICL

ICL Group LTD is a leading global specialty minerals and chemicals company that creates impactful solutions for humanity’s sustainability challenges in global food, agriculture, and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its passionate team of talented employees, and its strong focus on R&D and technological innovation to drive growth across its end markets.  ICL shares are dually listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs over 11,000 people worldwide, and its 2019 revenues totaled approximately $5.3 billion.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.icl-group.com.

To access ICL’s interactive Corporate Social Responsibility report, please click here.

You can also learn more about ICL on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram

 

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SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — To help people affected by Hurricanes Eta and Iota, The Patterson Foundation is contributing $100,000 to NetHope to aid its efforts in restoring telecommunication abilities. The money will support communities across Central and South America that have had their ability to connect disrupted following the two major hurricanes. The gift is intended to serve as a catalyst for more giving toward NetHope’s important work.

Hurricane Eta initially weakened critical telecommunication infrastructure when it made landfall as a Category 4 storm. With the arrival of Iota, a Category 5 hurricane, only days later, the fragile infrastructure was decimated by the intense winds and torrential rain. In addition to the widespread damage, hundreds of thousands of people in Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Colombia and other countries are without reliable ways to communicate with loved ones, friends and officials. Following COVID-19 protocols, NetHope will consult with government officials and its member organizations in the areas affected to evaluate their needs for communications and connectivity to support the response effort.

«NetHope has a record of successfully leveraging their partnerships and resources to quickly restore vital communications infrastructure following a wide variety of large-scale challenges and disasters in vulnerable communities across the globe,» said Debra Jacobs, president and CEO of The Patterson Foundation. «We have seen how NetHope is able to respond while strengthening communities with proper telecommunications capacities for future disasters. The Patterson Foundation is proud to contribute to NetHope’s effort in Central and South America following Hurricanes Eta and Iota.»

NetHope partners with global leaders in technology and philanthropy – including Microsoft and Facebook – and a consortium of about 60 international nonprofits to design, fund and implement innovative approaches to solve humanitarian challenges in the developing world through the use of technology. This work includes responding to large natural disasters and providing telecommunications relief to the communities involved. Following Hurricanes Maria and Irma in 2017, NetHope sent teams to the Caribbean to restore telecommunication services so first responders and communities could communicate in over 80 locations across the region. Beyond providing vital connectivity for the initial response, these services are poised to facilitate communications for people and aid workers following future natural disasters.

«Connectivity has become a vital resource during times of crisis and upheaval, and our nonprofit member organizations rely on us to get them online so they can efficiently deliver aid and services to those who need it most. In addition, NetHope provides connectivity projects so that the people that are affected by disasters such as these hurricanes can find their loved ones, source food and water, and of course access health care in chaotic circumstances,» said Lance Pierce, CEO of NetHope. «When funders like The Patterson Foundation respond quickly to join forces with us, we are able to move faster and we can empower our member organizations to reach more people with life-saving aid. The needs in the affected areas are great and NetHope has the experience and is poised and ready to deploy even more help. We urgently invite other funders to match The Patterson Foundation’s gift so we can help more people during this time.»

Since 2010, The Patterson Foundation has contributed more than $2.2 million to strengthen NetHope’s operations around the world. The funds have gone toward response efforts for disasters like the Syrian refugee crisis, the Ebola epidemic and Hurricane Dorian.

Visit http://www.nethope.org to learn more about NetHope. For more information on The Patterson Foundation, visit http://www.thepattersonfoundation.org.

About The Patterson Foundation
The Patterson Foundation strengthens the efforts of people, organizations and communities. The Foundation focuses on issues that address common aspirations and foster wide participation, along with ways organizations learn and share as they evolve. For more information, please visit http://www.thepattersonfoundation.org and connect with @ThePattersonFdn on Twitter.

Media Contact

Branan Jacobs, MagnifyGood/The Patterson Foundation, +1 941-953-9191 Ext: 2, bjacobs@magnifygood.com

 

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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – NEXE INNOVATIONS INC. (TSXV: NEXE) (the «Company» or «NEXE») is pleased to announce that it has strengthened its advisory board by appointing seasoned product marketing, automation and financial advisors to complement the Board of Directors.  The Company is an advanced materials company which has commercially developed a fully compostable (plant-based) single-serve coffee pod for use in Keurig Brewing Systems and will continue its innovation strategy by creating other high value plant-based products with sustainability as a primary focus.

«NEXE has undergone several phases of growth since inception, but there is no phase bigger than our transition into commercialization as a public company.  With growth rates in our core business accelerating, the need to attract top talent is a key requirement in driving value to our stakeholders.  Being amongst the largest shareholders of the Company, the management, board, and advisory board are fully aligned with the interests of our investors and fully committed to ‘best-of-breed’ in all facets of the business.  We believe that NEXE now has the right mix of experienced and independent board members to guide, to shape, and to support strategy, all while ensuring solid execution.  We would like thank everyone for their commitment to this point and believe that the best is coming soon,» said Ash Guglani, Co-Founder, Director and President.

The Board of Directors, Officers & Advisory Team are comprised of the following members:

Darren Footz, CEO, Director, Co-Founder

A serial entrepreneur, Mr. Footz is the past President of Granville Island Coffee, a company he built in 5 years from a small artisan roaster to a national brand. He is the innovative mind behind the 100% plant-based and fully compostable NEXE POD. His expertise, dedication and pioneering ideas are the backbone of our organization.

Rajwant Kang, CPA, CMA, Chief Financial Officer & Corporate Secretary

Mr. Kang has over 25 years of accounting and finance experience with public companies is the founder & president of RSK Management Consulting Inc. a company that provides management services. He has proficient knowledge of capital markets, raising capital, M&A and corporate regulation of publicly listed companies.

Ashvani Guglani, President, Director, Co-Founder

Mr. Guglani spent 12 years in capital markets with a national investment bank in Vancouver. As an original founder of NEXE, he plays an integral role in helping NEXE in all capacities across financing (public, private and government), operations, and marketing.

Haytham Hodaly, Independent Director

Mr. Hodaly is currently the Senior Vice President, Corporate Development of Wheaton Precious Metals and brings with him more than 23 years of experience in analyzing mining opportunities. Prior to joining Wheaton Precious Metals, Mr. Hodaly had spent more than 16 years in the North American securities industry, most recently as Director and Mining Analyst, Global Mining Research, at RBC Capital Markets. Mr. Hodaly is an engineer with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering and a Master of Engineering, specializing in Mineral Economics, both obtained from the University of British Columbia.

Killian Ruby, Independent Director

Mr. Ruby is the president and chief executive officer of Malaspina Consultants Inc. in Vancouver, and focuses on clients in the resource and junior public sector. Mr. Ruby advises clients on matters related to financial management and public company reporting, and is particularly adept at handling complex issues and multiple stakeholders with a collaborative, team-based approach. Prior to joining Malaspina, Mr. Ruby was an assurance partner at Wolrige Mahon LLP (now Baker Tilly Canada) working predominantly with resource and other junior public companies, and formerly was a senior manager with KPMG LLP working on a range of public companies and reporting issuers.

Graham Gilley, Independent Director

Mr. Gilley is currently a Director of Enterprise Risk Management and Data Protection at Mulgrave School – The International School of Vancouver. For the past 15 years, he has been responsible for the leadership, innovation, governance, and management of the school’s operational, financial, and strategic risks. By developing tools, practices, and policies that analyze and report enterprise risks, he has been able to create and implement an enterprise risk management framework in compliance with applicable regulations and strategic priorities. Previously, Graham was Executive Director of Ideation & Development with Cloud9 Secure Digital Services, where he drove the creation of applications to help power mobile online banking in the Canadian market.

Anthony Rosenfeld, Advisor

Anthony holds 20 years of experience in marketing, strategy and business development. He joined Vega where he built a 50-member team that developed a leading marketing program overseeing consumer, trade, PR, creative and digital marketing.

Paul Bhogal, Advisor

Paul has over 20 years of manufacturing and automation experience. He grew a small family Hamilton-based machine shop into a Tier 1 & 2 automotive production machining/assembly/testing facility with two locations in Ontario and one in Saltillo, Mexico. Paul will be focused on defining, sourcing and implementing manufacturing capacity at G-PAK to ensure fulfilment of customer requirements in a timely, cost-effective, and quality sensitive manner.

Don Chisholm, Advisor

For over 30 years, Don Chisholm has been working at the intersection of business and design. With a unique skillset that balances creativity with innovation and strategy with operations, Don is passionate about working closely with entrepreneurs, executives and marketers to transform businesses and generate results.

Leonard Clough, Advisor

Leonard began his career at RBC Dominion Securities in 1998 and spent 13 years in investment management. In 2013, he founded Toro Pacific Management Inc, a capital markets advisory firm focusing on high growth, early-stage companies looking to access the Canadian capital markets. Mr. Clough has extensive public company experience, has worked in senior management roles including CEO, has served as a Director of several public companies, has structured transactions and executed several capital formation mandate over a variety of sectors.

Finally, the NEXE Innovations team would like to wish Season’s Greetings to all of its stakeholders, team members and partners. This past year has been a difficult one for many and we would like to wish a safe, happy, and prosperous 2021 filled with good health.

We will be updating our initiatives to our stakeholders in the coming weeks with our corporate update.

About NEXE Innovations Inc.

NEXE Innovations Inc. is a well financed, British Columbia-based advanced materials company which has developed a fully compostable (plant-based) single-serve coffee pod for use in Keurig Brewing Systems. The Company purchased its facility in Surrey, British Columbia in 2016. In addition, the Company has developed custom automation through its European and Canadian partners enabling the Company to commercialize its proprietary capsules. The Company believes that the NEXE POD can eventually eradicate the waste created by single serve capsules. The Company’s goal is to attract and sustain a significant portion of the single serve market, as there is a growing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable products.

For additional information, please contact:
Ash Guglani, President at (604) 359-4725
or visit: nexeinnovations.com

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements or information, which include the proposed use of proceeds, commercialization of the NEXE PODs and increase production capacity, create other environmentally friendly compostable packaging opportunities, the date of trading of the Company’s common shares on the Exchange, development of technologies, the potential of the Company’s technology, future plans, regulatory approvals and other matters. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such information can generally be identified by the use of forwarding-looking wording such as «may», «expect», «estimate», «anticipate», «intend», «believe» and «continue» or the negative thereof or similar variations. The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including but not limited to, business, economic and capital market conditions, the ability to manage operating expenses, consumer demand for and sentiment towards the Company’s products, security threats, and dependence on key personnel. Such statements and information are based on numerous assumptions regarding present and future business strategies and the environment in which the Company will operate in the future, including the demand for its products, anticipated costs, and the ability to achieve goals. Factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include, failure to obtain regulatory approval, the continued availability of capital and financing, equipment failures, litigation, increase in operating costs, the impact of Covid-19 or other viruses and diseases on the Company’s ability to operate, competition, failure of counterparties to perform their contractual obligations, government regulations, loss of key employees and consultants, and general economic, market or business conditions.  Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information.

The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release.  Except as required by law, the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. 

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