BrightFarms, a leading indoor farming company, has opened its first of three new regional greenhouse hubs in Yorkville, Illinois, significantly expanding its capacity to provide fresh, locally-grown leafy greens to consumers in the Eastern and Central U.S. This strategic expansion marks a significant step towards BrightFarms’ goal of creating a coast-to-coast indoor supply chain, transforming how consumers access fresh produce.
World Animal Protection US and Plantega are joining forces during Climate Week NYC to promote plant-based eating as a solution to combat climate change and animal cruelty. Through events and outreach, they aim to highlight the devastating impacts of factory farming and encourage New Yorkers to embrace plant-forward diets.
StoreDot, a leader in fast-charging EV battery technology, has added veteran Wall Street analyst Rod Lache to its advisory board. Lache’s extensive experience in the auto industry will guide StoreDot’s global expansion efforts.
Ontario International Airport (ONT) has received a $2.5 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to replace aging pre-conditioned air (PCA) units with energy-efficient models. This initiative will significantly reduce carbon emissions and contribute to the airport’s ongoing commitment to sustainability.
A new global study by Mintel reveals a decline in eco-confidence among US consumers, with fewer believing we can still save the planet and a growing distrust in companies’ environmental claims. While extreme weather events have prompted Americans to take more personal action, the study highlights the need for brands to build trust and communicate sustainability effectively.
Wave4M Studios’ highly anticipated film, ‘White Buffalo: An American Prophecy,’ will have its world premiere at the Nest Climate Campus in New York City. The film explores the profound connection between Indigenous wisdom and environmental challenges, offering a powerful message for a sustainable future.
BMW, Ford, and Honda have joined forces to create ChargeScape, a software platform that integrates electric vehicles (EVs) into the power grid, promoting grid stability and cost savings for EV owners. The platform utilizes smart charging technologies to manage energy flow between EVs and the grid, potentially rewarding drivers financially for their flexibility.
Sniffer Robotics, a leader in landfill methane emissions detection, announces a new partnership program, its first partners, and successful entry into the Canadian market. The program expands the company’s unmanned aerial system (UAS) technology to international customers by partnering with local industry service providers. Sniffer Robotics recently completed its first commercial operations in Canada, conducting methane emissions monitoring inspections at landfills across five provinces. The company is poised to meet the growing demand for compliant methane emissions monitoring solutions in Canada and globally.
Clean Cloud Energy, formerly reNRG Partners, is now focused on developing renewable energy solutions specifically for data centers. With the rapid growth of cloud services and the increasing demand for electricity from data centers, Clean Cloud Energy offers a unique approach to address the challenges of power generation and interconnection within this complex energy ecosystem.
A new survey by the Center for the Future of Arizona reveals overwhelming support among Arizona voters for policies addressing water security and forest management, highlighting a shared sense of urgency for protecting the state’s natural resources. The findings underscore the importance of these issues in the upcoming November election, urging candidates to prioritize action.
