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Downtown Frederick Partnership Cancels «Fire in Ice» Programming during February First Saturday

FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — February First Saturday will continue in 2021 – just in a different way. Keeping the community safe is the organization’s number one priority, and the Partnership is making the tough decision to cancel much of the typical February First Saturday (Fire in Ice) event programming.

The Partnership has canceled the following activities for 2021:
Ice sculptures and live ice carvings
Fire performers
Ice Bar on the Creek…

The Partnership has canceled the following activities for 2021:
Ice sculptures and live ice carvings
Fire performers
Ice Bar on the Creek
S’mores and hot chocolate stations

As always, the February First Saturday will feature later shopping hours, gallery openings and fantastic dining, all in beautiful, historic Downtown Frederick. Downtown Frederick’s small businesses are open and ready to provide you with safe and unique shopping and dining experiences.

This year has been different in so many ways and the support of the Frederick community has been stronger than ever. By shopping in-person or online and ordering food for either onsite dining or takeout, you will help Downtown Frederick businesses sustain during the winter months.

February First Saturday will now kick off a month-long celebration of love… love for our small businesses, our love for local and our love for community.

Show your love for local by shopping with an independent retailer, eating at a local restaurant, supporting local artists and exploring Downtown Frederick on February 6 and throughout the month of February… because where you spend your money matters.

Learn more about our LOVE LOCAL celebration by visiting downtownfrederick.org/lovelocal

Our small businesses have taken all of the necessary safety precautions to keep you and your family safe as you experience Downtown Frederick. Please remember to wear a face covering and keep at least six feet of distance between you and others not in your direct household whenever possible. See you on Saturday, February 6th!

Media Contact

Cecylia Morrison, Downtown Frederick Partnership, 301.698.8118, cecylia@downtownfrederick.org

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8 Rivers Capital and City of Estevan Awarded Federal Grant to Perform A Feasibility Study on a NET Power Plant Deployment in Saskatchewan

ESTEVAN, Saskatchewan, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — 8 Rivers Capital and the City of Estevan have been awarded a grant to undertake a feasibility study for a commercial-scale NET Power plant deployment. The grant was awarded through Western Economic Diversification Canada and the Coal Community Transition initiative. As a world pioneer in power sector carbon capture and storage, Estevan is an ideal location for one of the initial…

NET Power’s Allam-Fetvedt cycle technology combusts natural gas with oxygen, as opposed to air, and uses supercritical carbon dioxide as a working fluid to drive the turbine and produce zero emissions electricity. This cycle can hit the same efficiency of a traditional power plant while capturing all of its CO2 and eliminating all air pollutants. As the inventor of the Allam-Fetvedt cycle, 8 Rivers is ideally situated to partner with Estevan to hit their energy and economic goals.

Bill Brown, CEO at 8 Rivers Capital and NET Power, said: «We look forward to working with Estevan to drive power production where clean is cheaper than dirty. A November 2020 MIT study characterized the underlying technology as «a real game changer.» 8 Rivers is proud to deploy the NET Power technology in partnership with Estevan. Working with Estevan and leaders in Ottawa, Regina and other provincial and local governments—as well as with private entities like Canada Clean Energy Corporation—we can create jobs and deploy zero emission NET Power plants in a way that allows the entire country to achieve its net-zero emissions goal at the lowest possible costs.

8 Rivers will lead the Feasibility Study, performing engineering and economic analysis tailored to an Estevan deployment of the NET Power technology, work which will be overseen by the City of Estevan and funded by Western Economic Diversification Canada.

«We have been working hard to identify economic development opportunities like this for our city and we are excited to see more projects and studies moving ahead in Estevan.» Said City Manager Jeff Ward. «Working with 8 Rivers, we hope to be able to develop a strong plan that we can present to the provincial and federal governments during discussions around the future of power generation in Estevan.»

8 Rivers Capital, LLC is a Durham, NC-based firm leading the innovation of sustainable, infrastructure-scale technologies. As the inventor of the Allam-Fetvedt Cycle, 8 Rivers is also focusing on developing direct air capture, retrofit carbon capture, clean hydrogen well below $1 per kg, and uses for the CO₂ captured by the cycle, including the production of ethylene and other valuable products and the removal of sulfur impurities from gas streams. For more information, please visit: www.8Rivers.com

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Collections in Affordable Housing Rebound in December; Occupancy Tightens Across All Asset Classes

SOLON, Ohio, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Although uncertainty surrounding a stimulus package characterized most of December, rates of collections in affordable and public housing were surprisingly high for the month, with public housing reaching 97% of 2019 rates and affordable housing reaching 83% — the highest level for the latter class since June. These are key findings of the latest <a target="_blank"…

The December data also showed a continued tightening of occupancy across all asset classes, as move-ins outpaced move-outs for the sixth consecutive month.

Other highlights of the report, which includes both year-over-year (YOY) and month-over-month comparisons, include:

December lease pricing decreased by 2% YOY in market-rate housing.
New applications increased significantly YOY in both public and affordable housing, by 56% and 14% respectively. This represents a major shift in direction since the start of the pandemic, after which new applications trailed the numbers of 2019.
Aggregate concession values for market-rate housing increased by over $6 million YOY.

«We anticipated some of these results because of our involvement in the NMHC’s Rent Payment Tracker,» says Brian Zrimsek, Industry Principal, MRI Software. «The Tracker’s data, which aligns with our own, reveals a slow erosion of collections in market-rate housing over the course of the pandemic. Financial pressures are a likely cause, and they may be prompting tenants to seek out less costly alternatives in affordable or public housing, thus increasing demand in these asset classes and decreasing demand for market-rate units. The decreased demand, in turn, has likely led to lower rents and more concessions from landlords.

«But as the December data shows, tenants in affordable and public housing made great efforts to stay current, despite the early-month uncertainties about a stimulus package,» he continues. «More and more people don’t want to risk eventual eviction, a bad credit rating, or a huge payment in deferred rent. Therefore, tenants have actively changed their circumstances with some downsizing, some consolidating households and some looking to ‘downshift’ to affordable or public housing.»

Zrimsek will discuss the December report, along with overall trends for 2020, during a webinar on January 14^th at 2 p.m. Eastern.

About MRI Software

MRI Software is a leading provider of innovative real estate software applications and hosted solutions. MRI’s comprehensive and flexible technology platform coupled with an open and connected ecosystem meets the unique needs of real estate businesses – from property-level management and accounting to investment modelling and analytics for the global commercial and residential markets. A pioneer of the real estate software industry, MRI develops lasting client relationships based on nearly five decades of expertise and insight. Through leading solutions and a rich partner ecosystem, MRI gives organizations the freedom to transform the way communities live, work and play while elevating their business and gaining a competitive edge. For more information, please visit mrisoftware.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

(U.S. for MRI)
Rachel Antman (+1 212-362-5837)
rachel@saygency.com

(U.K.) Platform Communications for MRI
Zoe Mumba (+44 7725 832393)
or Hugh Filman (+44 7905 044850)
mri@platformcomms.com

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StockX’s Annual Snapshot Report Sheds Light on Market-moving Trends, Industry Insights, and Record Growth in 2020

DETROIT, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In a new report out today, StockX reveals the products, brands, facts and figures that defined 2020 as well as predictions for the year ahead. Titled StockX Snapshot: Current Culture Index, the report identifies major movers across the footwear, apparel, collectible and electronics categories and highlights the trends shaping the future of resale. In its latest Snapshot, the company also shares key performance metrics, noting it recorded $1.8 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2020 and closed more than 7.5 million trades during the year. The report follows a $275 million Series E funding round that values the fast-growing platform at $2.8 billion post-money.

«2020 was a pivotal year for so many reasons; while it made for extraordinary challenges, it also brought unprecedented growth and opportunity as the world shifted almost exclusively to an online commerce experience. Following a 75% year-over-year revenue increase in our third quarter, we saw even higher growth in Q4 thanks to a record-breaking holiday season,» said Scott Cutler, StockX CEO. «This paradigm shift, and the incredible work of our team to remain open, stable, and strong through the toughest of times, propelled StockX to extraordinary growth in 2020. We’re excited to build on the momentum in 2021 and continue to deliver a next gen experience to buyers and sellers around the world.»

Highlights from StockX’s 2021 Current Culture Index include:

Jordan Remains No. 1, New Balance and Yeezy Move Up: Based on total trades in 2020, the top-four sneaker brands on StockX in 2020 mirrored 2019’s rankings: Jordan Brand (No. 1), Nike (No. 2), adidas (No. 3) and Converse (No. 4). However, New Balance moved up one spot to No. 5 in 2020, marking the first time in StockX history that New Balance has ranked as a top-five sneaker brand. A new pandemic-induced preference for comfort helped Yeezy — Kanye West’s independent brand — move up 10 spots to No. 6 on the list. In 2020, sales of Yeezy slides on StockX surged 400%. The top three silhouettes were once again the Air Jordan 1, the Yeezy 350 by adidas and Nike’s Air Force 1.
Mid-Size Apparel Brands Make Waves: Supreme still holds the No. 1 spot as the best-selling streetwear brand on StockX, but mid-size brands made major gains in 2020. Cactus Jack moved up two spots from No. 4 in 2019 to No. 2 in 2020, Fear of God moved up two spots from No. 5 in 2019 to No. 3 in 2020, and Anti Social Social Club moved up an impressive 53 spots to land at No. 6 on the list. Meanwhile, BAPE moved down the list, falling two spots from No. 2 in 2019 to No. 4 in 2020.
Global Growth Drives Record GMV: In 2020, StockX welcomed more than 200 million visitors and saw global active buyers increase by more than 90%. This growth helped the company achieve $1.8 billion in gross merchandise value for the year, bringing its lifetime GMV to $3.8 billion.
Electronics and Collectibles Lead New Category Growth: Category expansion and diversification efforts were a key driver of growth overall, with recently launched categories like electronics and collectibles seeing particularly strong sales. StockX officially launched trading cards in 2019 as part of its collectibles category, and sales surged by 4,000% in 2020. Electronics, the platform’s newest category, has also seen rapid growth with next-gen gaming consoles ranking among the top products on StockX in 2020 based on GMV.
Seller Acceleration: More than half (60%) of StockX’s active sellers in 2020 made their first sale on the platform last year. In addition, the number of sellers located outside the US more than doubled in 2020, and accounted for more than 30% of StockX’s total GMV for the year. As global growth and category diversification efforts create new opportunities, a growing number of people will use StockX to turn their passion into profit.

To view the full report, please visit https://stockx.com/news/current-culture-index-2021.

About StockX
StockX is proud to be a Detroit-based technology leader focused on the large and growing online market for sneakers, apparel, electronics, accessories, and collectibles. StockX’s powerful platform connects buyers and sellers of high-demand consumer goods from around the world using dynamic pricing mechanics. This approach brings unparalleled access and transparency powered by real-time data that empowers buyers and sellers to determine and transact based on fair market value. The StockX platform features hundreds of brands across verticals including Jordan Brand, adidas, Nike, Supreme, BAPE, Off-White, Louis Vuitton, Gucci; collectibles from artists including KAWS and Takashi Murakami; and electronics from industry-leading manufacturers, Sony, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Apple. Founded in 2016, the company employs more than 1,000 people in 13 offices and authentication centers around the world, and facilitates sales in more than 200 countries and territories. Learn more at www.stockx.com.

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Sweeping Corporation of America Accelerates National Growth Trajectory with Record Nine Acquisitions in 2020

CLEVELAND, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sweeping Corporation of America («SCA»), the largest power sweeping company in the United States, announced today another year of strong national growth fueled by a record number of acquisitions and marked by a significant strategic investment from Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm focused on growth investing.

In 2020, SCA completed nine acquisitions of best-in-class sweeping services companies to…

In 2020, SCA completed nine acquisitions of best-in-class sweeping services companies to further complement and strengthen the company’s services, as well as expand its presence and customer base in key markets throughout the eastern half of the United States. With these transactions, SCA grew its team to over 1,000 employees in its 36 locations.

«As we look back at our 2020 performance, we are proud of the growth that we have achieved this year,» said Christopher Valerian, President & CEO, Sweeping Corporation of America. He added, «In addition to our growth, I cannot say enough about the dedication of our customer-focused employees. The SCA team not only persevered but thrived in a challenging business environment. In 2021 we are well-positioned to continue to explore additional acquisition opportunities to further enhance our market-leading position, and we remain committed to continuing to provide our customers with the highest quality services.»

In November 2020, a strategic investment from Warburg Pincus enabled SCA to identify strategic relationships and acquisition opportunities, as well as accelerate its sales and marketing efforts. The investment is representative of a growing shift in continued outsourcing by municipalities and state Department of Transportation customers, as well as continued demand for parking lot sweeping by commercial and industrial customers.

Since its inception in 2017, SCA has acquired eighteen companies, including nine in 2020. These most recent acquisitions are favorably positioned due to their market position, longstanding customer contracts and reputation for superior customer service. 2020 acquisitions include:

In January, SCA acquired Ohio-based Contract Sweepers & Equipment Company, adding a presence in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, Ohio, as well as Huntington, West Virginia. This acquisition enhanced SCA’s service to the Ohio region, adding 105 customer-focused associates and 110 frontline trucks.
In July, SCA acquired Indiana-based Envirosweep, LLC, the largest and fastest-growing sweeping company in Indiana, broadening SCA’s geography in the state and enabling SCA to better serve customers while continuing Envirosweep’s tradition of excellence.
In August, SCA acquired South Carolina-based Sweeping South, Inc. and Accusweep Services, Inc., significantly expanding SCA’s presence in both the Columbia and Charleston markets.
In December, SCA completed five additional acquisitions including Total Asphalt Services, Clean Sweep, Buckeye Sweeping, US Sweeping, and C&J Parking Lot Sweeping. Each unique acquisition represents expanded market presence and services offerings in Northeast Ohio; Chattanooga, Tennessee; Atlanta, Georgia; Florida, including the West Palm, Fort Lauderdale and Miami areas; and Michigan. The acquisition of Total Asphalt Services also increased SCA’s ability to provide milling sweeping and cleanup services in the state of Florida.

«Through these acquisitions, we have expanded our market presence and team to include dedicated employees and owners, who have been able to watch their companies continue to flourish and grow under our care,» said Valerian. «I would like to communicate my sincere thanks and applaud our teams across the nation for another great year and look forward to 2021 with hope and excitement for the accomplishments and new territories sure to come.»

ABOUT SWEEPING CORP OF AMERICA (SCA):
Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) is the largest power sweeping services company in the United States. SCA self-performs power sweeping for highways, streets, industrial and commercial applications for both private and government entities. For more information on SCA, please visit www.sweepingcorp.com.

CONTACT:
Sweeping Corp of America:
Mike Siragusa, Vice President
216-777-2747

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FoA to FWS: Giraffes need ESA protections or face extinction

DARIEN, Conn, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Habitat loss, trophy hunting, poaching, climate change, mining and the bushmeat trade have placed giraffes in danger of extinction and they should be placed on the Endangered Species list, Friends of Animals said in comments filed with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

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FoA to FWS: Giraffes need ESA protections or face extinction

Giraffes currently have no protection under U.S. law. In 2019, the UN Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species listed giraffes on Appendix II, which regulates trade in the species but doesn’t ban it.

The species has declined nearly 40 percent to under 100,000 in the past three decades from 150,000.

Although animal advocacy groups filed a petition ibn 2017 urging FWS to list giraffes as endangered it hasn’t.

Meanwhile, trade in their parts continues to thrive with the U.S. being a major importer.

«It is widely recognized that the U.S. market and American trophy hunting culture are driving factors contributing to both legally targeted hunting and illegal hunting of giraffes. More than 40,000 giraffe parts and products were imported into the U.S. over one decade’s time,» FoA said in comments filed by its Wildlife Law Program.

Between 2006 and 2016, the U.S. imported 21,402 bone carvings, 3,008 skin pieces and 3,744 hunting trophies and 3,000 pelts and skin products and 825 jewelry pieces. Body parts are being turned into Western boots, knives, pillows, rugs and furniture.

«As soon as you put a price tag on vulnerable, threatened and endangered animals, you send a mixed message about whether or not they need to be protected at all, and that’s detrimental to actual conservation,» FoA President Priscilla Feral said. «There is urgency for the U.S. to act fast to protect giraffes.»

In addition to urging FWS to list giraffes on ESA, FoA is also working to protect them from trophy hunters by supporting legislation in New York – the nation’s largest importer of trophies— and Connecticut that would ban the importation, possession, sale or transportation of the trophies of African giraffes as well as leopards, lions, elephants, and black and white rhinos.

The legislation known as the Big 5 African Trophies Act, has twice passed the state senates in New York and CT. FoA is working to move the bill to law in this upcoming legislation session in both states.

Friends of Animals, an international animal advocacy organization founded in N.Y. in 1957 and headquartered in Darien, CT, advocates for the rights of free-living and domestic animals. FoA is proud to be a woman-founded and -led organization for more than 60 years.

Contact:
Jennifer Best
jennifer@friendsofanimals.org

Nicole Rivard
press@friendsofanimals.org
203 424-2125

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CIT Leads $69 Million Financing for Solar Portfolio

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) today announced that its Power…

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) today announced that its Power and Energy business led a $69 million financing for a portfolio of solar facilities owned and operated by Strata Solar LLC, a leading integrated solar and storage energy service provider based in North Carolina.

The 23 operating solar assets in the portfolio, a majority of which are located in North Carolina, have a combined capacity of more than 130 megawatts. Output from the solar assets is covered by purchase agreements that ensure a steady demand for the renewable power they generate.

«Solar power is an increasingly important source of clean, renewable energy,» said Jimmy Chuang, Chief Capital Markets Officer of Strata Solar. «We appreciated CIT’s expertise and agility in arranging financing for this portfolio of solar facilities.»

«Strata Solar has a well-earned reputation for excellence in solar power development, and we are pleased to support their continuing efforts with this latest financing,» said Mike Lorusso, managing director and group head of CIT’s Power and Energy business.

CIT consistently ranks among the nation’s top lenders for renewable energy projects, as reported by market research firm Inframation, an Acruis company. CIT also was recognized as Renewable Energy Lead Arranger of the Year in 2020 by Power Finance & Risk, a top energy industry trade publication.

Power and Energy, part of CIT’s Commercial Finance division, leverages its deep industry knowledge and expertise to offer comprehensive financing solutions for renewable and conventional power generation. The unit manages a large, diverse portfolio that includes investments in all asset classes across the energy sector.

About CIT
CIT is a leading national bank focused on empowering businesses and personal savers with the financial agility to navigate their goals. CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) is a financial holding company with over a century of experience and operates a principal bank subsidiary, CIT Bank, N.A. (Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender). The company’s commercial banking segment includes commercial financing, community association banking, middle market banking, equipment and vendor financing, factoring, railcar financing, treasury and payments services, and capital markets and asset management. CIT’s consumer banking segment includes a national direct bank and regional branch network. Discover more at cit.com/about.

About Strata Solar
Strata Solar is a leading provider of utility-scale solar and battery-energy-storage systems. The company’s integrated approach, which includes development, financing, engineering, procurement, construction, and operations and maintenance, allows Strata to consistently develop and build highly profitable, clean-energy projects for clients with long-term ownership in mind.

MEDIA RELATIONS:
John M. Moran
212-461-5507
john.moran@cit.com

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Mytheresa anuncia la apertura de la primera oferta pública

MÚNICH, 13 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MYT Netherlands Parent B.V. («Mytheresa» o la «Compañía»), la compañía matriz de Mytheresa Group GmbH, anunció hoy que ha abierto la primera oferta pública de sus acciones American Depositary Share (ADS). MYT Netherlands Parent B.V. ofrece al público 15 647 059 de acciones ADS. Cada una de estas representa una acción ordinaria de la Compañía. Asimismo, la Compañía ha otorgado a sus suscriptores un plazo opcional de 30 días para adquirir hasta 2 347 058 adicionales de sus acciones ADS al precio de la primera oferta pública, menos los descuentos y las comisiones de suscripción. Se prevé que el precio de la oferta pública inicial sea de entre USD 16 y USD 18 por acción ADS. Mytheresa ha solicitado que sus acciones ADS se incluyeran en la Bolsa de Nueva York con el indicador de barra de teletipo «MYTE».

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC y J.P. Morgan Securities LLC se desempeñan como administradores del libro de la oferta de valores y representantes de los suscriptores de la oferta propuesta. Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC y UBS Securities LLC asumen el rol de administradores del libro de la oferta de valores de la oferta propuesta. Jefferies LLC es coadministrador y Cowen and Company LLC se desempeña como administrador pasivo del libro de la oferta de valores de la oferta propuesta.

La oferta propuesta se presentará exclusivamente por medio de un folleto de emisión. Se pueden solicitar copias de la versión preliminar de dicho folleto en la siguiente dirección: Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, 180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor, New York, New York 10014, Attn: Prospectus Department o J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, New York 11717 Teléfono: 866-803-9204 Correo electrónico: prospectuseq_fi@jpmorganchase.com.

Se presentó una declaración de registro de estos valores ante la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores, aunque todavía no entró en vigencia. Estos valores no podrán venderse ni podrán aceptarse ofertas de compra antes de que inicie el plazo de vigencia de la declaración de registro. Este comunicado de prensa no constituye una oferta de venta ni una solicitud de oferta de compra de estos valores. No se venderán estos valores en ningún estado o jurisdicción donde tal oferta, solicitud o venta se consideren ilegales antes del registro o la calificación, en virtud de las leyes de valores de dicho estado o jurisdicción.

Declaraciones prospectivas

En este comunicado de prensa se incluye «información prospectiva» con respecto a la oferta pública inicial. En estas declaraciones, se utilizan verbos en tiempo futuro o palabras como «prever», además de palabras y expresiones similares referidas al futuro. Las declaraciones prospectivas suponen riesgos conocidos y desconocidos, incertidumbres y suposiciones, incluidos los riesgos descritos en la sección titulada «Factores de riesgo» de la versión preliminar del folleto de emisión y en toda otra presentación que realice la Compañía ante la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores, a raíz de las cuales los resultados reales pueden diferir sustancialmente de cualquier otro resultado expresado o implícito en cualquier declaración prospectiva. Si bien la Compañía considera que las expectativas descritas en sus declaraciones prospectivas son razonables, no puede garantizar resultados futuros. La Compañía no está obligada a actualizar ni a revisar las declaraciones prospectivas que constan en este comunicado de prensa a fin de que se reflejen los cambios ocurridos desde la fecha del presente, salvo según lo exija la ley. Tampoco asume ninguna obligación al respecto.

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Sheehy Auto Stores Donates $115,500 to 22 Charities in Washington, Baltimore, Hagerstown, and Richmond As Part of Annual Giving Program

FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sheehy Auto Stores has announced donations of $115,500 among 22 charities throughout the communities they serve in Washington, D.C.; Baltimore, Maryland; Hagerstown, Maryland; and Richmond, Virginia. The donations are part of Sheehy’s Annual Giving Program whereby each dealership partners with…

«This past year has been extremely challenging for many people,» said Vince Sheehy, President of Sheehy Auto Stores. «We are fortunate to be able to provide some help through our annual end of the year giving campaign that supports a variety of causes.»

In the Washington, D.C. area, $45,500 was donated to charities including:

Arch of Knowledge ($2,500)
Women Who Care Ministries ($7,000)
Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services ($13,000)

· Fauquier F.I.S.H. ($6,000)

The. St. Lucy Project/Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington ($2,500)
Inova Children’s Hospital ($2,500)
Loudoun Hunger Relief ($2,500)
Food for Others ($2,500)
Ecumenical Community Helping Others ($7,000)

Non-profit organizations in Baltimore, Maryland that received $36,000 included:

Arundel House of Hope ($2,500)
Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce ($1,000)
Mosaic Community Services ($1,500)
Center for Children ($5,000)
Naval Academy Athletic Association ($23,000)
STAIR-Annapolis ($3,000)

In Hagerstown, Maryland:

CASA ($5,000)

In the Richmond, Virginia market, $29,000 was distributed to:

Mercy Mall of Virginia ($20,000)
ACES ($9,000)

Sheehy Auto Stores, Inc.
Sheehy Auto Stores is the 37^th largest dealer group in the country and serves customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic. A family-owned business which began as one Ford store in 1966 in Marlow Heights, Md., the company has grown to more than $1.6 billion in sales with more than 45,000 new and used vehicles sold each year. The company is recognized as a leader in customer satisfaction, retention and community involvement. For more information visit www.sheehy.com.

CONTACT:
Hillary Reynolds
(954) 815-1186

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Li-Cycle Wins 2021 BIG Innovation Award

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Li-Cycle Corp. (Li-Cycle), North America’s largest lithium-ion battery recycling company, today announced it has been named a winner of a 2021 BIG Innovation Award presented by the Business Intelligence…

«More than ever, the global society relies on innovation to help progress humanity and make our lives more productive, healthy and comfortable,» said Maria Jimenez, chief operating officer of the Business Intelligence Group. «We are thrilled to be honouring Li-Cycle as they are one of the organizations leading this charge and helping humanity progress.»

From across the globe, numerous organizations submitted their recent innovations for consideration in the BIG Innovation Awards. Nominations were then judged by a select group of business leaders and executives who volunteer their time and expertise to score submissions.

«It’s very exciting to have Li-Cycle’s Spoke & Hub Technology recognized, and to receive this 2021 BIG Innovation Award,» said Li-Cycle CEO Ajay Kochhar. «This is an award that highlights the value in our solution toward making end-of-life batteries a resource and not a waste – we’re honoured to be recognized for that. Our goal is to keep working to achieve a truly closed-loop system within the lithium-ion battery supply chain.»

Li-Cycle is on a mission to leverage its innovative solutions to address an emerging and urgent global challenge. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are increasingly powering our world in industrial energy storage, automotive, and consumer electronic applications. The world needs improved technology and supply chain innovations to better recycle these batteries, while also meeting the rapidly growing demand for critical, finite battery materials.

According to the Circular Energy Storage’s (CES) recent studies, over 2 million tonnes per year of lithium-ion batteries are forecasted to reach their end-of-life globally by 2030. By 2040, an estimated 559 million electric vehicles will be on the road worldwide. The capacity of global lithium-ion battery energy storage installations is projected to skyrocket over 50 times during that same period. Given this significant growth in the lithium-ion battery market, safe and sustainable solutions are required for the end-of-life of these batteries.

Li-Cycle’s Spoke & Hub Technologies – a low cost, safe, and environmentally friendly process – recycles all types of lithium-ion batteries, with an unparalleled recovery rate of ≥95% of all battery-grade materials found in Li-ion batteries, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel.

The company was also named to the World Circular Economy Forum’s list of Circular Economy Solutions Inspiring the World, a 2020 and 2021 Global Cleantech 100 Company by the Cleantech Group and a finalist in the in the 10th Annual BusinessGreen Leaders Awards.

Visit Li-Cycle.com and watch the company’s corporate video to learn more.

About Li-Cycle Corp.
Li-Cycle Corp. (Li-Cycle) is on a mission to leverage its innovative Spoke & Hub Technologies to provide a customer-centric, end-of-life solution for lithium-ion batteries, while creating a secondary supply of critical battery materials. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are increasingly powering our world in automotive, energy storage, consumer electronics, and other industrial and household applications. The world needs improved technology and supply chain innovations to better manage the end-of-life of these batteries – and to meet the rapidly growing demand for critical and scarce battery-grade materials through a closed-loop solution.

About Business Intelligence Group
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