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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Premier’s, minister’s statements on Earth Day

    Source: Government of Canada regional news

    Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Earth Day:

    “On Earth Day, people in British Columbia join other Canadians and people around the world in celebrating our planet as we rededicate our efforts to protect it.

    “British Columbia is lucky to have so many marvelous natural wonders, from snowcapped mountains to verdant valleys to spectacular coastlines. Our government is working in partnership with more than 60 First Nations on stewardship projects embracing local and Indigenous knowledge to protect nature. Our unique biospheres are our inheritance. We have an obligation to preserve them as our legacy for future generations.

    “For 55 years, Earth Day has been raising awareness and encouraging action on critically important environmental issues. This year’s Earth Day theme is Our Planet, Our Power. It is a call for the world to harness renewable energy to build a healthy, equitable and prosperous future. A transition to renewable energy is driving innovation in industry, transportation and agriculture, and spurring technological advancements, while creating millions of new jobs around the world, including here in British Columbia.

    “The urgency has never been clearer. Our climate is changing. British Columbians have endured record-breaking wildfire seasons, as well as floods, droughts and heat waves. That is why we are building our province’s capacity to produce clean fuels, such as biofuels, hydrogen and hydroelectricity, as well as wind and solar power.

    “Our province is already a clean-energy superpower. To build a clean economy and support growing communities, we need to expand our clean-energy capacity. BC Hydro’s $36-billion, 10-year capital plan is critical to our efforts to build a clean economy, powered by electricity, that works for everyone.

    “First Nations have long been leaders in the clean-energy sector, and we will advance reconciliation by working in collaboration and partnership with First Nations to advance projects on their territories – including eight new wind-energy projects that have majority First Nations equity ownership.

    “Our plan, called Powering Our Future: B.C.’s Clean Energy Strategy, also shows how investment in energy efficiency saves people and businesses on their energy bills, reduces energy waste and cuts down on harmful pollution, while creating jobs and economic opportunities.

    “By working together, we will ensure our province remains a place where our children and our children’s children can continue to enjoy clean air, water and land.”

    Tamara Davidson, Minister of Environment and Parks, said:

    “People throughout British Columbia are blessed to be able to celebrate Earth Day where the beauty of nature is ever-present. We all cherish the natural wonders this province provides for us and we take this time to renew our efforts to protect it.

    “Since 1970, Earth Day has stood as a time for all of us to reflect on how we can continue to care for our planet so it will continue to take care of us. With the ongoing effects of climate change being felt annually in the form of worsening drought, wildfires, heat waves and other weather events, now is the time to ramp up our efforts to work with our environment, not against it, for the betterment of all.

    “The theme of this 55th Earth Day is Our Power, Our Planet, an idea we are passionate about. That’s why the Province is exempting wind-farm projects from environmental assessments and working on expediting reviews of projects such as solar farms. Producing clean energy to meet the electricity needs of people and the economy is pivotal to our future. We want to make it easier for investors to create this energy and, at the same time, fuel our economy.

    “The people of British Columbia continue to show how much they cherish the beauty of this land by visiting provincial parks and recreation sites in high numbers year after year. As a vital part of our physical and mental well-being, our world-renowned parks and protected areas are more important than ever. They play a critical role in preserving unique species and ecosystems, along with cultural and historical values, and contribute to local economies through tourism.

    “Since 2017, we’ve added more than 2,000 new campsites to BC Parks and recreation sites, with more to come. Accessibility upgrades continue to be made in parks throughout the province to ensure these natural treasures can be enjoyed by everyone.

    “Earth Day allows us to reflect on where we are and where we need to go to build a cleaner, sustainable future. I am committed to do my part in stewarding our environment for future generations to benefit from, care and enjoy.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: JEFFRIES LEADS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO THE UNITED KINGDOM, DENMARK, ISRAEL AND JORDAN 

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York)

    Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

    “Our bipartisan Congressional delegation has departed for a trip to visit important allies and partners throughout Europe and the Middle East. While in the United Kingdom, we will meet with high level government and private sector leaders, reinforcing the close economic and security partnership that exists between our two countries during a time of global uncertainty. Our delegation will also travel to Denmark, where we look forward to discussing the continued importance of the NATO alliance and the geopolitical status of Greenland. 

    During our time in the Middle East, we will visit with senior officials in Israel and Jordan to discuss the challenges that exist with Iran and its proxies, as well as the opportunity to secure a durable ceasefire in Gaza that brings home the hostages, surges humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians in harm’s way and sets the stage for a just and lasting peace in the region. While in Israel, we will also participate in a Yom HaShoah observance.

    It is an honor to lead this delegation, and we look forward to an enlightening and productive trip.”

    The Members of the delegation are:

    • Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY-08), Democratic Leader, U.S. House of Representatives
    • Rep. Ann Wagner (R-MO-02), Member, Committee on Financial Services; Member, Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence 
    • Rep. Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY-05), Ranking Member, Foreign Affairs Committee; Member, Committee on Financial Services
    • Rep. Amata Coleman Radewagen (R-American Samoa), Vice-Chairman, Committee on Veterans’ Affairs; Member, Natural Resources Committee; Member, Foreign Affairs Committee
    • Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA-04), Member, Committee on Appropriations; Member, Foreign Affairs Committee
    • Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA-10), Member, Committee on Armed Services; Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
    • Rep. Greg Landsman (D-OH-01), Member, Committee on Energy and Commerce
    • Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA-30), Member, Committee on Science, Space and Technology; Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Cultural co-operation panel held

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The Asia Cultural Co-operation Forum+ 2025 Ministerial Panel was held today, during which participating cultural ministers and senior officials exchanged views and shared their experience on policies and measures to promote arts and cultural development.

     

    Officiating at the panel opening, Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law highlighted that technological advancement is inevitable as the world has undergone rapid and vigorous changes.

     

    A people-oriented approach, ie an approach to connect more with people, to create more for people and to engage more people, should be adopted, in order to promote arts and cultural development, she stressed.

     

    Miss Law added that by making good use of its positions as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange as well as the largest art trading centre in Asia, Hong Kong will continue to thrive.

     

    Separately, Acting Chief Executive Chan Kwok-ki hosted the gala dinner for the delegations as well as local cultural leaders. In his speech at the event, Mr Chan pointed out that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has been actively fostering the city’s development into an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange with the clear national support in the National 14th Five-Year Plan.

     

    With its unique advantage of blending Chinese and Western cultures and its extensive international connections, Hong Kong will become a “super connector” and “super value-adder” between the Mainland and the rest of the world, he stressed.

     

    The Asia Cultural Co-operation Forum aims to promote cultural co-operation and exchanges among regions. Themed “Connect, Create, Engage: Bridging Cultures for All”, this year’s gathering has expanded its scale, welcoming participation from Belt & Road countries outside Asia.

     

    The delegations attending the forum visited the Hong Kong Museum of Art and Oil Street Art Space yesterday. They will attend the plenary session and visit the Hong Kong Palace Museum tomorrow.

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  • MIL-OSI: MC Squared Energy Services (MC2) Celebrates Earth Day 2025 With Annual Green Initiative

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • To celebrate Earth Day 2025, on Tuesday, April 22, MC2 will retire Midwest-generated Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) equal to 100% of the energy its customers consume this day.
    • This amount is equivalent to eliminating more than 2,000 metric tons of CO2 from the atmosphere.
    • MC2 continuously supports the development of renewable generation resources in the Midwest.

    CHICAGO, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MC Squared Energy Services, LLC (MC2), a Chicago based retail electric supplier, will celebrate Earth Day 2025 with their annual green initiative. On Tuesday, April 22, MC2 will retire wind and solar based Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) equal to 100% of this day’s energy consumption of its entire client base. This includes all residential, commercial, educational, and governmental customers served by MC2. These RECs are in addition to existing state-mandated Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) compliance requirements.

    On Earth Day 2025, MC2 is projected to retire wind and solar generated renewable energy certificates equivalent to eliminating more than 2,000 metric tons of CO2 from the atmosphere. “We are excited to continue our tradition of celebrating Earth Day again this year by supporting clean, renewable energy resources,” states MC2 founder and president, Chuck Sutton.

    MC Squared Energy Services offers electricity supply products and services that are backed by RECs as a way for customers to support the reduction of harmful emissions and help the environment. A REC represents 1,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity that has been generated from a renewable energy source.

    About MC Squared Energy Services, LLC

    Established in 2008 by veteran energy industry experts, MC Squared Energy Services, LLC (MC2) is a certified retail electric-service provider headquartered in Chicago. MC2 helps municipalities, businesses, and individuals with competitive electric supply products to fit their specific needs. The company’s customer-focused team has the resources and knowledge to meet its customers electrical supply requirements. MC2 prides itself on being easy to work with and responsive to its customers.

    MC Squared Energy Services, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of IGS Energy, headquartered in Dublin, Ohio. IGS Energy is redefining what it means to be an energy retailer. The company is leading a transition to a more sustainable energy future for a healthier planet by empowering home and business customers to source the energy that’s right for them, manage their costs and carbon footprint, and protect the systems that keep their homes running efficiently.

    For Further Product Information, Contact:
    Samantha Komzak
    MC Squared Energy Services, LLC
    312-854-1981
    skomzak@mc2energyservices.com

    Illinois Required Disclosure (ComEd Service Area)
    MC Squared Energy Services, LLC (MC2) is not the same entity as your electric delivery company. You are not required to enroll with MC2. As of April 2025, the electric supply price to compare to is currently 6.552 cents per kWh1. The electric utility electric supply price will expire on May 31, 2025. The utility electric supply price to compare does not include the purchased electricity adjustment factor. For more information, go to the Illinois Commerce Commission’s free website at www.pluginillinois.org.

    1The electric supply price to compare is for residential customers. Electric supply prices to compare for other rate classes (in cents per kWh) that are currently applicable include: Watt-Hour Non-Electric Space Heating – 6.574 cents/kWh; Demand Non-Electric Space Heating – 6.624 cents/kWh; Nonresidential Electric Space Heating – 6.450 cents/kWh; Dusk to Dawn Lighting – 3.723 cents/kWh; General Lighting – 6.107 cents/kWh.

    Illinois Required Disclosure (Ameren Service Area)
    MC Squared Energy Services, LLC (MC2) is not the same entity as your electric delivery company. You are not required to enroll with MC2. As of April 2025, the electric utility electric supply price to compare to is currently 8.277 cents/kWh (Up to 800 kWh) and 7.693 cents/kWh (Above 800 kWh)1. The utility electric supply price will expire on May 31, 2025. The utility electric supply price to compare does not include the purchased electricity adjustment factor. For more information, go to the Illinois Commerce Commission’s free website at www.pluginillinois.org.

    1 The electric supply price to compare listed above is for residential customers. Other rate class rates as of the month above (in cents per kWh): Small General Service (Secondary) 9.040; Small General Service (Primary) 8.891; Small General Service (High Voltage) 8.803.

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  • MIL-OSI: The Future of Innovation in Arizona is Bright: DataGlobal Hub Supports Governor Hobbs’ Robotics Innovation Month by Announcing the Phoenix Tech Festival on AI & Innovation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PHOENIX, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DataGlobal Hub, a leading global media company focused on Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI), is thrilled to announce the Phoenix Tech Festival, an in-person technology conference designed to bring together data professionals, business leaders, tech enthusiasts, and researchers for an unforgettable experience of learning, connection, and growth.

    Phoenix Tech Festival will take place on May 10, 2025, at the University of Advancing Technology in Tempe, Arizona. Spotlighting how AI is driving innovation and reshaping the future of business, featuring the brightest minds in the industry.

    This immersive evening event will offer attendees a chance to engage in insightful AI discussions, hands-on tech showcases, and real conversations on the evolving digital landscape. From expert panels to dynamic exhibitions, the festival provides a space where ideas ignite, knowledge flows, and valuable connections are made.

    The event is scheduled to run from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, beginning with exclusive tech discussions, panel sessions, and live showcases, followed by a vibrant afterparty between 11:00 PM — 2:00 AM offering a relaxed setting for deeper networking and celebration.

    Whether you’re a seasoned technologist, an emerging entrepreneur, or simply curious about the possibilities of AI, Phoenix Tech Festival offers the clarity, perspective, and opportunities you need to move forward.

    Conference Highlights

    Keynote Speakers:

    • Jarrett Albritton – Vice President of Sales and Strategy at WriteSea and host of the Big Tech Energy Podcast, with over $40 million in sales-driven results and a mission to uplift diverse tech talent.
    • Richard H. Miller – AI and Design Strategy Consultant and former Senior Director at Oracle, recognized for his leadership in conversational AI and global UX design.
    • Bill Swartz – Founder and Director of AIVN, with over 23 years of executive search experience at Swartz Executive Search, drives Arizona’s AI and deep tech startup ecosystem through innovation and networking.
    • Seyi Ogebule Ph.D. – Product Lead for Edge GPU, Network & Edge at Intel with over 11 years of experience, specializes in AI, graphics, and media workloads, driving innovation in edge computing
    • Professor Matthew Prater – Professor of Robotics and Embedded Systems at UAT. With over 15 years in pharmaceuticals, he led robotic synthesis innovations and recently guided the UAT Robotics Team to victory at the 2025 VEX U Judges Award.
    • Professor Brant Becote, PhD, CISSP, PMP – Cybersecurity Professor at UAT and former Director of International Relations for the US Navy. Brings 22+ years of experience in cybersecurity, diplomacy, and strategic leadership.

    Workshop

    • PJ W. – Advisor at Pixel Palette Nation and Partner at AnChain.AI, focused on ethical tech deployment in Web3, blockchain, and digital ecosystems.
    • Matt Burkett – Director at CEOPro.ai, a visionary in AI integration with over 14 years in R&D and innovation at companies such as Neuro AI and Preferred Tactical.

    Panelists:
    Panel Topic: The Future of Technology, AI and Innovation

    • Stephanie Orji, CPACC – Senior ADA Analyst and Director of Digital Accessibility, an advocate for inclusive digital solutions and equal access across the web.
    • Jarrett Albritton – Vice President of Sales and Strategy at WriteSea and host of the Big Tech Energy Podcast, with over $40 million in sales-driven results and a mission to uplift diverse tech talent.
    • Dr. Matteo Genna – Chief Product Officer at Lunasonde and former CTO of World View Enterprises, with over two decades of experience in engineering, remote sensing, and aerospace innovation.
    • Tim Taylor – Patent Attorney at Garlick & Markison, specializing in litigation-grade patent portfolio development with over 15 years of experience.
    • Kent Gibson – Chief Technology Officer at REVOBOT and former Head of Science at Ocado Technology, known for pioneering advancements in mechatronics and robotics innovation.
    • Professor Matthew Prater – Professor of Robotics and Embedded Systems at UAT. With over 15 years in pharmaceuticals, he led robotic synthesis innovations and recently guided the UAT Robotics Team to victory at the 2025 VEX U Judges Award.
    • Professor Brant Becote, PhD, CISSP, PMP – Cybersecurity Professor at UAT and former Director of International Relations for the US Navy. Brings 22+ years of experience in cybersecurity, diplomacy, and strategic leadership.

    Panel Topic: Beyond the Buzz: Real-World Content Creation with AI Tools

    • Brandon Falk – Short Form Video Ad Campaign Creator with over 11 years of experience in creative production, specializing in 15-second videos that enhance brand identity and growth.
    • PJ W. – Advisor at Pixel Palette Nation and Partner at AnChain.AI, focused on ethical tech deployment in Web3, blockchain, and digital ecosystems.

    Featured Exhibitors:

    • DataRango – A gamified learning platform designed to make data and AI education more engaging and accessible.
    • CEOPro.ai – An AI-powered business consulting solution offering fast, actionable insights for decision-makers.
    • REVOBOTS – Showcasing TaskBot, a hyper-humanoid 3D printed platform powered by agentic AI and built to operate seamlessly in real-world environments.
    • OPNRS – A Berlin-based boutique agency specializing in supporting disruptive companies and brands through creative events, media, and team-building initiatives.
    • Interview Buddy – A virtual interview platform connecting users with elite professionals across disciplines, including machine learning, UI/UX, product management, and more.

    AIVN Showcase Success

    Following our participation in the AIVN AI/ML & Robotics Startup & Innovation Showcase on April 17, masterfully organized by the Artificial Intelligence Venture Network in partnership with REVOBOT, DataGlobal Hub proudly presented DataRango, our gamified learning platform, alongside over 15 leading tech exhibitors. The event, brought to life under the visionary leadership of Bill Swartz, was more than a showcase; it was a catalyst for connection, learning, and innovation. With tech experts, thought leaders, and enthusiasts in attendance, it marked a significant milestone in our journey. We also hosted open mentoring sessions in collaboration with Innov8ive Academy, equipping attendees with actionable insights for breaking into top global tech roles. Bill’s dedication to building a vibrant, inclusive tech ecosystem continues to inspire and drive meaningful impact across the industry.

    About DataGlobal Hub

    DataGlobal Hub is a trusted global media organization focused on news, analysis, and resources in the world of Data and Artificial Intelligence. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to thrive in the digital era through high-quality content, thought leadership, and community engagement. With a growing network of global experts and contributors, we remain committed to making AI knowledge practical, inclusive, and impactful.

    Call to Action

    Registration: Secure your spot now: https://dataglobalhub.org/events/phoenix-tech-festival 

    Ticket price: 100 dollars (20% off early bird offer)

    After-party ticket costs $20.

    Learn More About DataGlobal Hub:

    Website: https://dataglobalhub.org 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dataglobalhub?igsh=YzljYTk1ODg3Zg== 

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dataglobal-hub/ 

    X (Twitter): https://x.com/DataGlobalHub 

    Media Contact

    Company Name: DataGlobal Hub

    Website: https://www.dataglobalhub.org/ 

    Contact Person: Mojeed Abisiga, CEO

    Email: abisigadamilola@gmail.com 

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/1ccd95cd-e6dd-4bc8-ac19-ff14c4cf7eca

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  • MIL-OSI: Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery and Wawanesa Award $150,000 to Five Youth-Led Climate Projects

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HAMILTON, Ontario, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Innovative climate solutions require bold ideas, and young leaders are stepping up to the challenge. Wawanesa Insurance and Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) are thrilled to announce the latest recipients of the Wawanesa Climate Champions: Youth Innovation Grants. The $150,000 in available funding will support youth-led projects focused on tackling climate change and building more resilient communities across Canada.

    Through a competitive selection process, five outstanding projects have been chosen to each receive a $30,000 grant to develop and implement their climate-focused initiative with support from C2R2 partner institutions. These projects represent the creativity and commitment of young Canadians striving for meaningful environmental impact.

    “The level of innovation and dedication from young leaders across Canada is truly inspiring,” said Has Malik, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Provost & Vice President Academic and C2R2 Co-Chair. “By investing in these projects, we are not only supporting youth-led ideas, but also empowering the next generation to take an active role in shaping a more sustainable future.”

    Recognizing the critical role youth play in driving climate adaptation and mitigation solutions, Wawanesa first awarded the grant last year in partnership with C2R2. The initiative is part of the Wawanesa Climate Champions program, which reinforces the insurer’s annual $2 million commitment to building stronger, more resilient communities.

    “Canada’s youth are instrumental in building more climate-resilient communities,” said Jackie De Pape Hornick, Director, Communications & Community Impact at Wawanesa. “These grants are designed to empower young climate champions to transform their innovative ideas into action. We’re proud to once again partner with C2R2 to support another group of changemakers as they create a meaningful, lasting impact in our communities.”

    The Wawanesa Climate Champions: Youth Innovation Grants received over 10 outstanding submissions from youth across seven of C2R2’s institution partners. Of the projects, the following have been selected to receive funding:

    • Anamika Gupta at Saskatchewan Polytechnic for her project; Prairie EcoWatt: Energy Champions of Saskatchewan.
    • Clarissa Getigan at New Brunswick Community College for her project; Sustainable Greenhouse Farming: Securing Food with Resource Efficiency.
    • Dexter Guino at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology for his project; Enhancing the Durability Performance of Low-Carbon Concrete using Carbon-Sequestered SCM.
    • Jeshuah Gilroy at Holland College for his project; Novel bioremediation approach to neutralize nitrous oxide precursors from water.
    • Maninder Kailay and Nga Phan at the British Columbia Institute of Technology for their project; Supercritical CO₂ Techniques for Lithium-Ion Battery Metal Recovery.

    These projects will be implemented over the next year, with recipients working alongside industry experts, academic mentors, and community partners to maximize their impact.

    About Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2)

    Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) is a coalition of 15 highly aligned colleges, cégeps, institutes, and polytechnics across Canada with an established commitment to sustainability. The coalition members have come together as a driving force, providing the skills required to transition to a clean economy in Canada. C2R2’s administration and secretariat are located at Mohawk College in Hamilton.

    For more information, visit www.resilientcolleges.ca.

    About The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company

    The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company, founded in 1896, is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion. Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at wawanesa.com.

    For more information:

    Sean Coffey
    Director, Communications
    Mohawk College
    905-575-2127
    sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca

    Michel Rosset
    Manager, Corporate Communications & Media Relations
    The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company
    media@wawanesa.com

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Pingree, Heinrich Lead Charge to Reach Net-Zero Emissions, Boost Profitability in US Agriculture

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (1st District of Maine)

    In honor of Earth Day, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) and Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) reintroduced the Agriculture Resilience Act (ARA), comprehensive legislation that aims to help the U.S. reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in the agricultural sector by 2040—while giving America’s farmers more tools and resources to increase their profitability. 

    “From historic droughts and wildfires to devastating floods and extreme weather, America’s farmers are directly impacted by the climate crisis,” said Pingree, a longtime organic farmer and senior member of the House Agriculture Committee. “With the Farm Bill in limbo and the Trump Administration actively undermining farmers’ interests, bold legislation like the Agriculture Resilience Act is more urgent than ever. These goals are ambitious—but they’re achievable. By helping farmers adopt practices that boost resilience and profitability, this bill charts a path to not only create a more sustainable future for America’s agriculture sector, but ensure greater economic viability for our farmers as well.”

    “New Mexico’s agricultural producers and rural communities rely on the health of our land and water to sustain their families and communities. They are also the first to feel the impacts of climate change. That is why we need to provide our farmers and ranchers with new tools to not only protect their land and way of life, but also be part of the climate solution,” said Heinrich. “I’m pleased to reintroduce the Agriculture Resilience Act, which sets a national goal of achieving net-zero emissions in agriculture by 2040 through farmer-led, science-based initiatives. I’ll continue working to bring our communities the tools they need to improve soil health, expand conservation programs, increase research into climate-friendly agricultural practices, and support on-farm renewable energy projects.”

    To reach net-zero agricultural emissions within the next 15 years, the ARA focuses on six concrete policy areas—and solutions that are rooted in science.

    These goals include:

    1. Increasing Research: The ARA would ensure existing agriculture research programs prioritize climate change research, increase funding for USDA’s Regional Climate Hubs, support public breed and cultivar research, and create a new SARE Agricultural and Food System Resilience Initiative for farmer and rancher research and demonstration grants.
    2. Improving Soil Health: The ARA would create a new soil health grant program for state and tribal governments, authorize USDA to offer performance-based crop insurance discounts for practices that reduce climate risk, expand the National Agroforestry Center by authorizing three additional regional centers, and provide more technical assistance and flexibility in USDA conservation programs to support climate-smart practices.
    3. Protecting existing farmland and supporting farm viability: ARA would increase funding for the Local Agriculture Market Program to help keep local farms profitable and create a new subprogram for farm viability and local climate resilience centers to help farmers reach new markets. The bill would also increase funding for the Agriculture Conservation Easement Program to make farmland affordable for the next generation. 
    4. Supporting pasture-based livestock systems: The ARA would create a new alternative manure management program to support an array of livestock methane management strategies and establish a new grant program to help small meat processors cover the costs associated with meeting federal inspection guidelines.
    5. Boosting investments in on-farm energy initiatives: The ARA would increase funding for the Rural Energy for America Program to prioritize low-emissions electrification projects and direct USDA to study dual-use renewable energy and cropping or livestock systems.
    6. Reducing food waste: The ARA would standardize food date labels to reduce consumer confusion about the shelf life of foods, create a new USDA program to reduce food waste in schools, and increase federal support for food waste research and outreach, composting, and anaerobic digestion food waste-to-energy projects.

    The ARA is supported by dozens of national and local organizations including American Farmland Trust, the World Wildlife Fund, and Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, as well companies like Stonyfield and Organic Valley. Click here for a full list of endorsers. 

    READ WHAT ORGANIZATIONS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE ARA. 

    An organic farmer since the 1970s, Pingree has been recognized as a national policy leader on sustainable food and farming. Pingree is the founder of Congress’s first-ever Bipartisan Food Recovery Caucus and is Vice Chair of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition Climate and Agriculture Task Force. In addition to serving on the House Agriculture Committee, Pingree is a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, where she serves as Ranking Member on the Interior and Environment Subcommittee and on the Agriculture Subcommittee.  

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  • MIL-OSI: SUNation Energy Signs Letters of Intent with Energy Systems Group to Construct 2.35 MWDC of Solar Projects at Two Prominent School Districts on Long Island, NY

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RONKONKOMA, N.Y., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SUNation Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: SUNE), a leading provider of sustainable solar energy and backup power solutions for households, businesses, and municipalities, has signed separate Letters of Intent (LOI) with Energy Systems Group (ESG), an award-winning energy services company, for the deployment of over 2.35 MWs of solar power at two school districts on Long Island.

    Collectively, these installations are designed to deliver 3 megawatt hours (MWHs) of clean solar energy across 10 buildings that would offset a substantial majority of each district’s energy needs.

    The projects under LOI are:

    • A total of seven (7) schools and facility buildings within a prominent school district on Long Island for a total generation potential of 1.3 MW. The system will be comprised of rooftop solar arrays. Upon completion, this installation would generate approximately 1,687,723 kwh/year which would provide an estimated 75.85% energy offset for the district.
    • A total of three (3) buildings within another Long Island-based school district for a total generation potential of 1.057 MW. The system will be comprised of rooftop solar arrays. Upon completion, the installation would generate approximately 1,371,712 kwh/year which would provide an offset of an estimated 87.3% of the district’s energy needs.

    “We are convinced that there is a strong institutional demand for commercial-scale solar projects that deliver value,” SUNation Energy CEO Scott Maskin said. “These districts deserve the benefits of solar energy, and we’re happy to deliver. We look forward to working with our partners at ESG and these school districts to advance the approval process and secure a cleaner, greener future for our neighbors in these communities.”

    Mr. Maskin concluded, “We are proud to add both of these projects into our significant portfolio of Long Island school districts in the SUNation family.”

    The projects contemplated by these Letters of Intent are subject to a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, ongoing discussions between the parties and the signing of definitive agreements.

    About SUNation Energy, Inc.
    SUNation Energy, Inc. is focused on growing leading local and regional solar, storage, and energy services companies nationwide. Our vision is to power the energy transition through grass-roots growth of solar electricity paired with battery storage. Our portfolio of brands (SUNation, Hawaii Energy Connection, E-Gear) provide homeowners and businesses of all sizes with an end-to-end product offering spanning solar, battery storage, and grid services. SUNation Energy, Inc.’s largest markets include New York, Florida, and Hawaii, and the company operates in three (3) states.

    About Energy Systems Group (ESG)
    Energy Systems Group (ESG) is a leading provider of performance-driven energy and infrastructure solutions nationwide. We design, build, and guarantee solutions that improve the reliability, efficiency, and lifespan of critical facilities in the education, government, healthcare, commercial, and industrial sectors. With a commitment to delivering reliable and proven solutions, Energy Systems Group takes a comprehensive approach to facility transformation. Visit energysystemsgroup.com to learn more.

    Forward Looking Statements 
    This press release includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the Company’s current expectations or beliefs and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. While the Company believes its plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in those forward-looking statements are reasonable, these plans, intentions, or expectations may not be achieved. For information about the factors that could cause such differences, please refer to the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, the statements made under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and in subsequent filings. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, except as required by law.

    Safe Harbor Statement
    Our prospects here at SUNation Energy Inc. are subject to uncertainties and risks. This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934, including, but not limited to, the risk that SUNation may not be able to enter into definitive agreements to commence these solar installations, and that the projects being contemplated will not generate the expected levels of energy or deliver the anticipated financial benefits. The Company intends that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbor provided by the foregoing Sections. These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations or forecasts of future events, can be affected by inaccurate assumptions, and are subject to various business risks and known and unknown uncertainties, a number of which are beyond the control of management. Therefore, actual results could differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this presentation. The Company cannot predict or determine after the fact what factors would cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements or other statements. The reader should consider statements that include the words “believes”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “estimates”, “plans”, “projects”, “should”, or other expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events or trends, to be uncertain and forward-looking. We caution readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise. Additional information respecting factors that could materially affect the Company and its operations are contained in the Company’s filings with the SEC which can be found on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

    Contacts:
    Scott Maskin
    Chief Executive Officer
    +1 (631) 823-7131
    smaskin@sunation.com

    SUNation Energy Investor Relations
    +1 (212) 836-9600
    IR@sunation.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Paytronix Celebrates 10th Client Conference, PX|NXT with Leading Brands in Hospitality Guest Experience

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEWTON, Mass. and NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paytronix, an Access Group company and leader in guest engagement for restaurants and convenience stores, will host their premier guest engagement event next week, as Paytronix clients gather in Nashville for PX|NXT ’25. Hospitality leaders will come together once again to share their experiences and learn from the industry’s visionaries as they jam with Paytronix in Music City, at the Loews Nashville Hotel, from April 29th to May 1st.

    PX|NXT will feature lively presentations, interactive sessions, and signature social events, focused on building community and educating attendees on innovative guest engagement strategies, from loyalty and online ordering programs to reservation systems, kiosks, and messaging. Over three days, Paytronix will offer an opportunity to learn new revenue generating techniques and master the use of Paytronix’s solutions.

    Paytronix was acquired by UK-based The Access Group in October of last year, and PNX|NXT will be an opportunity for attendees to learn how new solutions and integrations from Access will help them take their guest engagement strategies to the next level.

    “We’re going even bigger for the 10th anniversary, bringing our customers together and building connections and deeper industry relationships because we learn the most from each other. PX|NXT has a tremendous lineup of customers and experts speaking and sharing their first-hand experiences,” said Pamela Robertson, CMO at Paytronix. “This year’s sessions will explore how new technologies in mobile, AI and digital engagement are not only taking guest experiences to new levels, but when done right — they’re also driving efficiencies and powering growth.”

    PX|NXT Speakers Present Game-Changing Experiences & Strategies
    Paytronix assembled a powerful lineup of experts to speak in 2025, with thought-provoking, high-energy sessions centered around upcoming products, theory and case studies around guest engagement strategy. This year’s speaking lineup is full of leaders who have driven loyalty and embraced innovation for some of the industry’s leading brands.

    In addition to Paytronix and customer speakers, this year’s keynotesinclude:

    • Liz Seelye, CEO and brand wayfinder of StarryEyed Strategy – who has proven why brand purpose matters and how restaurants can leverage it to lead their categories. For 20 years, Liz has helped brands, big and global (Starbucks, Cinnabon, Chick-fil-A, CAVA, FAT Brands), small and local (Legacy Pie Co., Pancho & Lefty’s, The Post) find their North Stars to move their businesses forward fast.
    • Gerry O’Brion, author and featured speaker on translating big brand strategies into knowledge that any business can use to win in the marketplace. Gerry shares experiences from leading marketing for top brands with Procter & Gamble, Coors Brewing Company, Quiznos restaurant chain and most recently, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers.

    Executives from top restaurant and convenience store brands will share their restaurant tech strategies for guest engagement, loyalty, ordering, mobile and more. Read the full list of featured speakers online, including but not limited to:

    • Erin Newkirk, CMO, Caribou Coffee
    • Eric Rush, Director of Marketing, Tri Star Energy
    • Jeff Lee, Director of IT & Operations, SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza
    • Jimmy VanValkenburg, Head of Digital Marketing & Loyalty, PDQ Chicken
    • Olga Lopategui, Founder & Principal Consultant, Restaurant Loyalty Specialists

    For more information, including FAQs and video highlights from last year’s event, visit https://www.paytronix.com/pxnxt.

    About Paytronix
    Paytronix, an Access Group company, is a cloud-based digital guest engagement platform for the hospitality industry. Our innovative, unified platform provides loyalty programs, online ordering, gift cards, branded mobile applications, and strategic insights to more than 1,800 leading restaurant and convenience store brands. Our valued clients leverage the power of Paytronix across 50,000 sites globally to create seamless, personalized, and brand-authentic experiences that foster lasting relationships with their customers. For more than 20 years, Paytronix has been a trusted partner helping brands maximize the lifetime value of their guests and grow more profitable businesses. For more information, visit www.paytronix.com.

    Media Contact:
    Calen McGee
    Paytronix Systems, Inc.
    Calen.McGee@theaccessgroup.com

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a022703b-562f-4eb4-bb2a-d4fe30b8f497

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  • MIL-OSI: Enlight to Supply Vishay with $105m of Clean Power Over 12 Years

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TEL AVIV, Israel, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Enlight Renewable Energy (“Enlight”, “the Company”, NASDAQ: ENLT, TASE: ENLT.TA), a leading renewable energy platform, announced that it has signed an agreement with Vishay Israel Ltd. for the supply of electricity valued at approximately $105m for a period of 12 years, and includes an option to significantly increase consumption volumes over the life of the contract.

    Vishay joins other leading entities in Israel that have signed clean electricity supply agreements with Enlight in recent months, including the Weizmann Institute of Science, NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit, Amdocs, Big Shopping Centers, SodaStream, and Applied Materials.

    Enlight, which owns the largest portfolio of renewable energy assets in Israel, is leading the transition of the country’s economy to clean power following the electricity market’s deregulation, which allows large consumers to enter into direct supply agreements with power producers.

    The agreement with Enlight will help Vishay,  one of the world’s largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, to significantly reduce its electricity costs Israel. In addition, the related reduction in emissions will be equivalent to planting approximately 740,000 new trees per year or removing about 17,000 fuel-powered vehicles from the road each year.

    Gilad Peled, CEO of Enlight MENA, commented, “Enlight congratulates Vishay, one of the largest electronic component manufacturers in the world, on its decision to switch its plants in Israel to clean and environmentally friendly energy. This deal follows a series of agreements we have reached with some of the highest-quality companies in Israel. These firms have chosen to lead on environmental responsibility, and are an example to the entire economy. In addition to its environmental benefits, the agreement with Enlight will allow Vishay’s plants in Israel to save millions of dollars on their electricity bills, and serves as another example of how renewable energy increases competition and reduces power costs in Israel.”

    Boaz Bazak, Director of IEHS, Vishay Israel, commented, “The agreement marks a significant step in our ongoing commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. This partnership will provide our manufacturing facilities with clean, reliable energy at lower rates, enhancing our operational efficiency and reducing our environmental impact. It aligns perfectly with our mission to promote sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint. By securing renewable electricity at a discounted price, we can continue to grow while supporting global efforts to combat climate change.”

    About Enlight Renewable Energy

    Founded in 2008, Enlight develops, finances, constructs, owns, and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects. Enlight operates across the three largest renewable segments today: solar, wind and energy storage. A global platform, Enlight operates in the United States, Israel and 10 European countries. Enlight has been traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange since 2010 (TASE: ENLT) and completed its U.S. IPO (Nasdaq: ENLT) in 2023. Learn more at www.enlightenergy.co.il.

    About Vishay Intertechnology

    Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech. Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.vishay.com.

    Contacts:

    Yonah Weisz
    Director IR
    investors@enlightenergy.co.il

    Erica Mannion or Mike Funari
    Sapphire Investor Relations, LLC
    +1 617 542 6180
    investors@enlightenergy.co.il

    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements as contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s expectations relating to the Project, the PPA and the related interconnection agreement and lease option, and the completion timeline for the Project, are forward-looking statements. The words “may,” “might,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “target,” “seek,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “contemplate,” “possible,” “forecasts,” “aims” or the negative of these terms and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, though not all forward-looking statements use these words or expressions. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the following: our ability to site suitable land for, and otherwise source, renewable energy projects and to successfully develop and convert them into Operational Projects; availability of, and access to, interconnection facilities and transmission systems; our ability to obtain and maintain governmental and other regulatory approvals and permits, including environmental approvals and permits; construction delays, operational delays and supply chain disruptions leading to increased cost of materials required for the construction of our projects, as well as cost overruns and delays related to disputes with contractors; our suppliers’ ability and willingness to perform both existing and future obligations; competition from traditional and renewable energy companies in developing renewable energy projects; potential slowed demand for renewable energy projects and our ability to enter into new offtake contracts on acceptable terms and prices as current offtake contracts expire; offtakers’ ability to terminate contracts or seek other remedies resulting from failure of our projects to meet development, operational or performance benchmarks; various technical and operational challenges leading to unplanned outages, reduced output, interconnection or termination issues; the dependence of our production and revenue on suitable meteorological and environmental conditions, and our ability to accurately predict such conditions; our ability to enforce warranties provided by our counterparties in the event that our projects do not perform as expected; government curtailment, energy price caps and other government actions that restrict or reduce the profitability of renewable energy production; electricity price volatility, unusual weather conditions (including the effects of climate change, could adversely affect wind and solar conditions), catastrophic weather-related or other damage to facilities, unscheduled generation outages, maintenance or repairs, unanticipated changes to availability due to higher demand, shortages, transportation problems or other developments, environmental incidents, or electric transmission system constraints and the possibility that we may not have adequate insurance to cover losses as a result of such hazards; our dependence on certain operational projects for a substantial portion of our cash flows; our ability to continue to grow our portfolio of projects through successful acquisitions; changes and advances in technology that impair or eliminate the competitive advantage of our projects or upsets the expectations underlying investments in our technologies; our ability to effectively anticipate and manage cost inflation, interest rate risk, currency exchange fluctuations and other macroeconomic conditions that impact our business; our ability to retain and attract key personnel; our ability to manage legal and regulatory compliance and litigation risk across our global corporate structure; our ability to protect our business from, and manage the impact of, cyber-attacks, disruptions and security incidents, as well as acts of terrorism or war; changes to existing renewable energy industry policies and regulations that present technical, regulatory and economic barriers to renewable energy projects; the reduction, elimination or expiration of government incentives for, or regulations mandating the use of, renewable energy; our ability to effectively manage our supply chain and comply with applicable regulations with respect to international trade relations, the impact of tariffs on the cost of construction and our ability to mitigate such impact, sanctions, export controls and anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws; our ability to effectively comply with Environmental Health and Safety and other laws and regulations and receive and maintain all necessary licenses, permits and authorizations; our performance of various obligations under the terms of our indebtedness (and the indebtedness of our subsidiaries that we guarantee) and our ability to continue to secure project financing on attractive terms for our projects; limitations on our management rights and operational flexibility due to our use of tax equity arrangements; potential claims and disagreements with partners, investors and other counterparties that could reduce our right to cash flows generated by our projects; our ability to comply with tax laws of various jurisdictions in which we currently operate as well as the tax laws in jurisdictions in which we intend to operate in the future; the unknown effect of the dual listing of our ordinary shares on the price of our ordinary shares; various risks related to our incorporation and location in Israel; the costs and requirements of being a public company, including the diversion of management’s attention with respect to such requirements; certain provisions in our Articles of Association and certain applicable regulations that may delay or prevent a change of control; and other risk factors set forth in the section titled “Risk factors” in our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and our other documents filed with or furnished to the SEC.

    These statements reflect management’s current expectations regarding future events and speak only as of the date of this press release. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as may be required by applicable law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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  • MIL-OSI: Docker Extends AI Momentum with MCP Tools Built for Developers

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALO ALTO, Calif., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Docker, Inc.®, a leading provider of cloud-native application development tools, content, and services for developers, today announced a major expansion of its AI initiative with the upcoming Docker MCP Catalog and Docker MCP Toolkit. Built around the emerging Model Context Protocol (MCP), these new offerings bring Docker’s signature developer experience to the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem.

    The Docker MCP Catalog, integrated into Docker Hub, provides developers a centralized way to discover verified and curated MCP tools. The Docker MCP Toolkit enables developers to run, authenticate, and manage MCP tools with the simplicity, security, and usability they expect from Docker. Paired with new enterprise-ready tooling, the initiative helps developers put AI to work without reinventing their workflow.

    “Building functional AI applications shouldn’t feel radically different from building any other app,” said Docker President and COO Mark Cavage. “Developers want to integrate AI into their existing workflows–build locally, test, and ship to production with confidence. With agentic tools starting to behave like full-fledged software systems, the old challenges of packaging, versioning, and authentication come back fast. The Docker MCP Catalog brings that all together in one place, a trusted, developer-friendly experience within Docker Hub, where tools are verified, secure, and easy to run.”

    Partnering with Industry Leaders to Simplify MCP Development
    Docker is partnering with some of the most trusted names in cloud, developer tooling, and AI — including Elastic, Heroku at Salesforce, New Relic, Stripe and many more — to shape a secure, developer-first ecosystem for MCP tools. From Docker Desktop to leading MCP clients like Docker AI Agent, Claude, continue.dev, Cursor, Goose, VS Code, and Windsurf, integrating powerful and capable AI agents into real workflows is about to get a whole lot easier.

    Developers can discover and run 100+ MCP servers directly from the Docker Desktop extension. These servers will also be hosted on Docker Hub, complete with verified instructions for running them with any MCP client. It’s all part of our mission to make building with AI as simple, secure, and familiar as any other app workflow.

    With a growing ecosystem of trusted, verified MCP servers and clients, Docker is delivering the security, consistency, and scalability enterprises need to confidently use AI-powered tools.

    “Docker’s new MCP Catalog is a meaningful step forward in secure software delivery,” said Paul Nashawaty, Practice Lead and Principal Analyst at theCUBE Research. “With features like Registry Access Management and built-in secret management, Docker is addressing the growing enterprise demand for supply chain security. That demand is expected to reach 70 percent adoption by 2026, up from just 10 percent in 2022. At the same time, its AI tooling, including Docker Model Runner and Docker AI Agent, simplifies how developers build and run models locally. This is critical in a market where global AI software spend is projected to exceed 300 billion dollars by 2026. Docker is positioning itself at the intersection of containerization and AI, where speed, consistency, and security are essential.”

    Enterprise-Ready and Built on the Trust of Docker Hub

    Docker MCP Catalog is built on the scale and reliability of Docker Hub, the world’s largest container registry with over 14 million images and millions of developers. Future releases will enable teams to publish and manage their own MCP servers with full enterprise controls, including Registry Access Management (RAM) and Image Access Management (IAM), plus seamless secret storage integrated into Docker Desktop.

    Today’s announcement builds on a wave of recent momentum in Docker’s AI strategy, including the beta launch of Docker AI Agent, a context-aware assistant integrated into Docker Desktop and CLI, and Docker Model Runner, a fast, secure way to run AI models locally with the same simplicity as running a container. Together, these tools are making it easier for developers to build, test, and deploy AI-powered applications—without friction or complexity. The Docker MCP Catalog makes it easy to discover and trust MCP tools — join here to help shape how the world builds with AI and MCPs.

    The Industry Rallies to Build a Simpler AI Future for Developers

    Nate Sesti, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, continue.dev
    At Continue, we understand the frustration of spending more time tinkering with AI systems than actually coding. Docker’s MCP Catalog works seamlessly with our curated server blocks on hub.continue.dev by handling the technical complexity—from authentication to configuration—so you can focus on what matters: building assistants that fit your workflow perfectly. This gives developers the power to create AI-native tools that amplify capabilities without sacrificing control.

    Shay Banon, Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Elastic
    “MCP is a significant innovation for agent builders. By bringing the Elasticsearch MCP server to the Docker MCP Catalog, we’re enabling more teams to leverage Elasticsearch for AI agents with secure, scalable vector database and hybrid search capabilities.”

    Chris Marchbanks, Principal Software Engineer, Grafana Labs
    “By partnering with Docker, we’re making it easy to discover and run 20+ tools within the Grafana MCP server in secure, containerized environments. This gives MCP clients and AI agents instant, programmatic access to observability data and workflows across dashboards, alerts, incidents, and on-call schedules. With Grafana MCP servers, developers can build smarter, more connected agents. The possibilities are wide open.”

    Ross Kukulinski, Vice President of Product, Kong Inc.
    “We’re thrilled to partner with Docker to distribute our newly launched MCP Server for the Kong Konnect platform. This makes it easier than ever for developers to discover and integrate Kong Konnect APIs into their AI agents and applications, enabling real-time API discovery, analytics, and configuration management. By combining the reach of Docker’s MCP Catalog with the security of the Toolkit, we’re one step closer to our mission: enabling any company to securely adopt AI and embrace an API-first approach.”

    Michael Hunger, Vice President of Product Innovation, Neo4j
    “We’re excited to see Docker advancing the MCP ecosystem with MCP Catalog and Toolkit, making secure integration and hosting of MCP servers much easier. As the leading graph database for AI-native applications, Neo4j helps developers create grounded and explainable agents by providing relevant context through connected data. We’re proud to be a launch partner and contribute Neo4j MCP servers to this initiative — and to continue our shared mission of empowering developers to build smarter AI applications, faster.”

    Camden Swita, Head of AI and ML Innovation, New Relic
    “New Relic is committed to its open partner ecosystem and working with partners like Docker to bring much-needed simplicity and trust to AI-native development. New Relic continues to lead the industry in AI and observability by joining Docker’s MCP Catalog and Toolkit and bringing intelligent observability to developers building the next generation of applications.”

    Joe Duffy, Founder and CEO, Pulumi
    “Pulumi’s MCP server puts the cloud at your fingertips in your favorite AI tools. Powered by infrastructure as code, it can spin up modern infrastructure anywhere, with 1,000s of cloud and SaaS providers supported on day one. We’re excited to partner on Docker’s MCP Catalog and Toolkit to deliver AI-assisted cloud management with enhanced security and enterprise-readiness to our shared customers, the cloud builders and innovators.”

    Betty Junod, CMO and Senior Vice President, Heroku at Salesforce
    “The Heroku MCP Server unlocks new levels of automation, efficiency, and intelligence for managing custom applications running in production on the Heroku AI PaaS including: lifecycle management, database operations, managing third party add-ons, application scaling, performance, and more. At Heroku, we believe in meeting developers where they are in the languages and tools they love to be their most creative and productive. We’re excited to have the Heroku MCP Server bring the power of our platform directly to the Docker Desktop developer experience.”

    Jeff Weinstein, Product Lead, Stripe
    “With Docker MCP Toolkit, you can spin up Stripe MCP in an isolated container—making it fast and easy for developers to integrate Stripe into your AI workflows.”

    Utkarsh Sengar, Vice President, Engineering, Webflow
    “We launched the Webflow MCP Server to let agents and developers interact with our API the same way they work with code—inline and in context. Docker takes that experience even further by removing friction around credential management for Docker users. We’re proud to be a launch partner for the Docker MCP Catalog and Toolkit and excited to support the next wave of innovation in building and delivering online experiences.”

    Resources

    About Docker
    Docker drives modern software development by making it easy to adopt container technology to radically boost productivity, security, testing, and collaboration at every step of the developer experience. Embraced by over 20 million developers worldwide, Docker’s unmatched flexibility and choice make it the preferred tool for developers seeking efficiency and innovation for creating modern applications. Learn more about Docker at www.docker.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: ASAPP Achieves the AWS Generative AI Competency

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ASAPP, the leading provider of AI-powered contact center software, today announced it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Generative AI Competency, a recognition of AWS partners that drive the advancement of services, tools, data strategy, and infrastructure pivotal for implementing generative AI technologies across diverse industries.

    “ASAPP is committed to delivering best-in-class AI solutions that redefine what’s possible in enterprise contact centers,” said Priya Vijayarajendran, CEO of ASAPP. “Achieving the AWS Generative AI Competency underscores the measurable business impact of our AI-native solutions. We’re honored to deepen our collaboration with AWS as we continue to help customers solve the most complex, data-rich challenges facing enterprise contact centers today.”

    ASAPP’s AI-native product suite addresses complex, data-intensive customer service challenges at enterprise scale—advancing beyond basic automation to solve customer-specific problems with speed and precision. GenerativeAgent is an enterprise generative AI agent that accelerates resolution of complex customer service interactions—safely and autonomously—while reducing integration overhead. Built for enterprise needs, it taps into historical data and existing systems to enable rapid deployment, improve customer satisfaction, and deliver measurable ROI from day one.

    AWS Generative AI Competency partners are the go-to experts in implementing generative AI solutions that create value and drive business growth for AWS customers globally. Partners have proven expertise, field experience, and successful projects using generative AI tools from AWS to craft innovative solutions, enabling the building, training, deployment, and utilization of foundation models in creative ways at scale.

    ASAPP is available in the AWS Marketplace. Click here to learn more.

    Helpful links


    About ASAPP
    ASAPP is an AI solution provider committed to solving the toughest problems in customer service. Because we automate what was previously impossible to automate, our AI-nativeⓇ solutions deliver more than efficiency gains. They redefine the role of AI in the contact center and lay the groundwork for businesses to reimagine their customer experience delivery in the age of AI. Leading enterprises rely on ASAPP’s generative and agentic AI solutions to dramatically expand contact center capacity and transform their contact centers from cost centers into value drivers. To learn more about ASAPP, visit www.asapp.com.

    Media Contact
    Amy McDowell
    Offleash PR for ASAPP
    asapp@offleashpr.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Natural Gas Services Group Announces Expansion of Credit Facility

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Midland, Texas, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (“NGS” or the “Company”), a premier provider of natural gas compression equipment, technology, and services to the energy industry, announced today it has closed on a $100 million expansion of its existing credit facility (the “Facility”), bringing the total commitments to $400 million with an enlarged accordion of $100 million. The expanded Facility enhances the Company’s financial flexibility and provides additional capital to support ongoing fleet growth, particularly in its large horsepower and electric drive rental compression units.

    “We are pleased to announce the expansion and amendment of our credit facility, particularly considering recent financial market volatility and general economic uncertainty. This additional capital supports continued investment in our large horsepower and electric drive rental equipment fleet as we continue to drive organic growth and market share gains while improving our customer experience. Additionally, the amended Facility provides improved economics and terms, including a 50 to 75 basis point reduction in interest rates at comparable leverage levels and a more flexible leverage covenant beginning mid-2026.”

    Mr. Jacobs continued, “On behalf of the entire Company, I want to thank our lenders, both existing and new. The amendment of our Facility, especially given markets conditions, reflects the confidence our lending partners have in our business and our future prospects. We remain focused on executing our strategic plan and driving value for all stakeholders. We look forward to reporting our first quarter 2025 results next month.”

    The amendment was effective as of April 18, 2025.

    About Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (NGS)
    Natural Gas NGS is a leading provider of natural gas compression equipment, technology, and services to the energy industry.  The Company rents, operates and maintains natural gas compressors for oil and gas production and processing facilities. In addition, the Company designs and assembles compressor units for rental to its customers and provides aftermarket services in the form of call-out services on customer-owned equipment as well as commissioning of new units for customers. NGS  is headquartered in Midland, Texas, with a fabrication facility located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a rebuild shop located in Midland, Texas, and service facilities located in major oil and natural gas producing basins in the U.S. Additional information can be found at www.ngsgi.com.

    For More Information, Contact:
    Anna Delgado, Investor Relations
    (432) 262-2700

    ir@ngsgi.com www.ngsgi.com

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  • MIL-OSI USA: China’s solar capacity installations grew rapidly in 2024

    Source: US Energy Information Administration

    In-brief analysis

    April 22, 2025

    Utility-scale solar power capacity in China reached more than 880 gigawatts (GW) in 2024, according to China’s National Energy Administration. China has more utility-scale solar than any other country. The 277 GW of utility-scale solar capacity installed in China in 2024 alone is more than twice as much as the 121 GW of utility-scale solar capacity installed in the United States at the end of 2024.

    Planned solar capacity projects will likely lead to continued growth in China’s solar capacity. More than 720 GW of solar capacity are in development: about 250 GW under construction, nearly 300 GW in pre-construction phases, and 177 GW of announced projects, according to the Global Solar Power Tracker compiled by Global Energy Monitor.

    Some of the largest projects under development are in the Inner Mongolia region in northern China. The Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia is the planned site of the largest collection of solar projects called the Great Solar Wall.

    Plans for the Great Solar Wall, which is scheduled to be completed by 2030, provide for around 100 GW of installed capacity covering an area more than 250 miles long and 3 miles wide across Inner Mongolia and neighboring regions. Two components of the Great Solar Wall, the Inner Mongolia Kubuqi Desert North and South Megabase, are in pre-construction stages with planned installed capacities of 7 GW and 6 GW, respectively.

    More projects are announced but not yet in pre-construction phases, such as Ordos Desert Control solar farm and the Xinjiang-Sichuan Power Export solar farms, which register the largest planned capacity among the announced developments. Each of those projects has an intended capacity of 8.5 GW.

    Data source: Global Energy Monitor (GEM), Global Solar Power Tracker, February 2025
    Note: The GEM data include projects of at least 1 megawatt of installed capacity.

    Principal contributor: Katherine Antonio

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Leaders trade barbs and well-worn lines in unspectacular third election debate

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Joshua Black, Visitor, School of History, Australian National University

    Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have met for the third leaders’ debate of this election campaign, this time on the Nine network. And while the debate traversed much of the same ground as the first two, the quick-fire set up of the debate allowed for some more animated exchanges less than two weeks from election day.

    Three expert authors give their analysis of how the two leaders performed.

    Joshua Black, Australian National University

    Tonight’s leaders’ debate was a marked improvement on the appalling spectacle Nine hosted three years ago. Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton had clearly taken advantage of the reduced campaign activity in recent days to prepare themselves for this contest.

    The problem? There was nothing new worth saying. Viewers were treated instead to the greatest hits of an election campaign that has so far not been especially great. Dutton once again paid homage to Howard and Costello’s liberalism (read: “I’m not Trump”), while Albanese repeated his hardly seamless mantra: “no-one held back and no-one left behind” (read: “I’m not Dutton”).

    For all of the lofty soundbites, the debate hinged on pedantry. The semantic argument from the first debate about the 2014 budget and health and education spending came up again. (Were there cuts, or did these “line items” simply not grow as fast as promised?)

    Both leaders repeated banal explanations about why they were best placed to deal with the Trump White House. There was plenty of tired campaign rhetoric about looming recessions and “talking Australia down”. Even an exchange from last week between Albanese and the ABC’s moderator David Speers seemed to be repeated tonight: why isn’t the government’s energy relief for households means-tested?

    At times, this debate was self-indulgent on the part of Nine Entertainment. Ally Langdon (who opened the debate by welcoming “a bit of theatre”) routinely cast her own judgement, condemning Albanese and Dutton for merely “patching cracks” and not proving their “fiscal responsibility” sufficiently.

    Interestingly, media policy was one of the few things on which the two leaders could agree. Nine’s political editor Charles Croucher asked the leaders to state their attitude toward the News Media Bargaining Code, which prompts global tech giants to pay Australian news providers for access to their content. Both leaders tripped over themselves to assure the panel they were on a “unity ticket” to protect local media companies (including Nine Entertainment) from being “cannibalised” by multinational tech giants. (Of course, a fair playing field for local media providers is clearly in the national interest.)

    This was Dutton’s best debate showing so far. That’s hardly a win. The prime minister managed to reel off a list of his government’s more popular policies, subtly compare his compassionate approach to leadership with Dutton’s darker obsession with order and the threat of disorder, and remind people of the opposition leader’s history of unpopular statements and policies. A modest win for Albanese, if not grounds for inspiration.

    Andrea Carson, La Trobe University

    Coinciding with the first day of early voting, the third leaders’ debate was more like a game of speed chess – with 60 seconds for leaders’ answers, and 30 seconds for rebuttals. The result was too often a word salad.

    While voters may be feeling debate fatigue — and little wonder with a fourth showdown looming on Channel 7 on Sunday — this one could have mattered. With about half of Australians casting their votes early, these televised match-ups represent a potential last chance to shape opinions before May 3.

    Instead, questions often focused on personal qualities: trust and lies, and less on policy – poorly serving viewers as answers became a tit-for-tat affair. The countdown of the clock only re-enforced leaders’ rehearsed answers to well-worn topics of cost of living, energy prices, Medicare bulk billing rates, immigration, housing crisis and tax cuts, barely exposing key policy differences for undecided voters. Even their matching blue suits and pale ties made them look less like opponents and more like political twins.

    Dutton seemed more assured than Albanese from the start.

    Typically, campaign messages get more negative as we move closer to polling day. Studies have shown fear campaigns can “work”, but they can also turn off voters, particularly women. So, unsurprisingly, Dutton’s emphasis was on law and order framed in the language of fear, promising to “keep people safe in their home and communities […] in very uncertain times”. He also promised to cut migration, couched as bringing down housing prices.

    The former policeman seeking to be prime minister kept with the law and order theme to sway voters offering a $A750 million package to stamp out illegal drugs and tobacco.

    In a similar vein, the Labor leader Anthony Albanese used every chance he had to pivot questions back to Labor’s policy home ground advantage: health, education (free TAFE and reduced HECS debt) and low-cost childcare.

    Asked by journalist Deborah Knight if he was “too soft” as a leader, Albanese strove to offer voters hope over fear, replying: “kindness isn’t weakness […] we raise our children to be compassionate”, arguing he can still hold firm when dealing with autocratic leaders to protect Australia’s national interest.

    As Dutton listed his top legislative priorities if elected, promising a 25% fuel levy tax, Albanese scored a zinger, pointing out that that policy expires in a year, chortling “you better do it quickly before it disappears”. Overall, it was a flat event, lacking atmosphere and detailed information.

    Zareh Ghazarian, Monash University

    The “Great Debate”, as it was called by the broadcaster, started on a solemn tone as both leaders mourned the passing of Pope Francis. The format of the debate was geared towards a quick-fire approach. Time limits of one minute per response to questions ensured the debate covered a lot of ground. Policies from cost of living to international affairs were discussed.

    The leaders played their roles effectively. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton demonstrated a laser-like focus on critiquing the government, while highlighting the Coalition’s policies. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the track record of his government while also taking opportunities to criticise the previous Morrison government. Both leaders stayed true to advancing the core messages of their campaign.

    Cost of living was central to the debate and provided ample opportunity for Dutton and Albanese to put forward their views on the measures they believe would address the issues. Energy policy, and the divide between nuclear and renewable energy sources, also emerged. There was also a moment of unity as both leaders took pride that Australia had implemented a social media ban for under-16s.

    After the only break of the night, the host gave both leaders the opportunity to spell out the values that underpinned their policy approach. Dutton focused on restating policy goals, such as a reduction in fuel excise. Albanese returned to “no one left behind, but no one held back” as his key message, a concept he had also mentioned in his victory speech in 2022.

    On the whole, and considering the stakes, the debate was a model of civility. Both leaders presented as being in command of the details regarding their policies. Gaffes about figures, costings, and promises were virtually non-existent. Whether it added anything new about the leaders or their policy platforms, however, is debatable.

    Joshua Black is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at The Australia Institute.

    Andrea Carson and Zareh Ghazarian do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Leaders trade barbs and well-worn lines in unspectacular third election debate – https://theconversation.com/leaders-trade-barbs-and-well-worn-lines-in-unspectacular-third-election-debate-254941

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  • MIL-OSI Global: Stripping federal protection for clean water harms just about everyone, especially already vulnerable communities

    Source: The Conversation – USA – By Jeremy Orr, Adjunct Professor of Law, Michigan State University

    A Des Moines Water Works employee takes samples from a nearby river for analysis. The regional water utility delivers drinking water to more than 500,000 Iowans. AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall

    Before Congress passed the Clean Water Act in 1972, U.S. factories and cities could pipe their pollution directly into waterways. Rivers, including the Potomac in Washington, smelled of raw sewage and contained toxic chemicals. Ohio’s Cuyahoga River was so contaminated, its oil slicks erupted in flames.

    That unchecked pollution didn’t just harm the rivers and their ecosystems; it harmed the humans who relied on their water.

    The Clean Water Act established a federal framework “to restore and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the Nation’s waters.”

    As an attorney and law professor, I’ve spent my career upholding these protections and teaching students about their legal and historical significance. That’s why I’m deeply concerned about the federal government’s new efforts to roll back those safeguards and the impact they’ll have on human lives.

    A fire of an oil slick on the Cuyahoga River swept through docks at the Great Lakes Towing Company site in Cleveland in 1952, one of several times that pollution in the river caught fire.
    Bettman/Getty Images

    Amid all the changes out of Washington, it can be easy to lose sight of not only which environmental policies and regulations are being rolled back, but also of who is affected. The reality is that communities already facing pollution and failing infrastructure can become even more vulnerable when federal protections are stripped away. Those laws are ultimately meant to protect the quality of the tap water people drink and the rivers they fish in, and in the long-term health of their neighborhoods.

    A few of the most pressing concerns in my view include the government’s moves to narrow federal water protections, pause water infrastructure investments and retreat from environmental enforcement.

    Diminishing protection for US wetlands

    In 2023, the Supreme Court narrowed the definition of “waters of the United States.” In its decision in Sackett vs. Environmental Protection Agency, the court determined that only wetlands that maintained a physical surface connection to other federally protected waters qualified for protection under the Clean Water Act.

    Wetlands are important for water quality in many areas. They naturally filter pollution from water, reduce flooding in communities and help ensure that millions of Americans enjoy cleaner drinking water. The Clean Water Act limits what industries and farms can discharge or dump into those waterways considered “waters of the U.S.” However, mapping by the Natural Resources Defense Council found that upward of 84%, or 70 million acres, of the nation’s wetlands lacked protection after the ruling.

    The Sackett ruling also called into question the definition of “waters of the U.S.”

    The Trump EPA, in announcing its plans to rewrite the definition in 2025, said it would make accelerating economic opportunity a priority by reducing “red tape” and costs for businesses. Statements from the administration suggest that officials want to loosen restrictions on industries discharging pollution and construction debris into wetlands.

    Toxic algae blooms fueled by farm, urban and industrial runoff can trigger fish kills and shut down beaches for days, harming tourism businesses.
    Joe Raedle/Getty Images

    Pollution already harms wetlands along Florida’s Gulf Coast, leading to fewer fish and degraded water quality. It also affects people whose jobs depend on healthy waterways for fishing, recreation and tourism.

    This marks a shift away from the federal government protecting wetlands for the role they play in public health and resilience. Instead, it prioritizes development and industry – even if that means more pollution.

    Pausing investment for rebuilding crumbling infrastructure

    Public water systems are also at risk. The Trump administration on its first full day in office froze at least US$10 billion in federal water infrastructure funding. That included money for replacing lead pipes and building new water treatment plants, allocated under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

    Public water systems across the country have been falling into disrepair in recent decades due to aging and sometimes dangerous infrastructure, as cities with lead water pipes have discovered.

    The American Society of Civil Engineers gave the nation’s drinking water, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure grades of a C-minus, D and D-plus, respectively, in its 2025 Infrastructure Report Card. The group estimates that America’s drinking water systems alone need more than $625 billion in investment over the next 20 years to reach a state of good repair.

    Jackson, Miss., volunteers distributed bottled water to residents in 2022 after the aging water system failed.
    AP Photo/Steve Helber

    Congress passed the Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act to help pay for updating drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems. That included replacing lead pipes and tackling water contamination, especially in the most vulnerable communities. Many of the same communities also have high poverty and unemployment rates and histories of racial segregation rooted in government discrimination.

    Where I live in Detroit, this need is especially clear. We have the fourth-highest number of lead service lines, connecting water mains to buildings, of any city in the country, and these pipes continue to put people at risk every day. Just an hour up the road, the Flint water crisis left a predominantly Black, working-class community to suffer the consequences of lead-contaminated water.

    These aren’t abstract problems; they’re happening right now, in real communities, to real people.

    Dropping lawsuits meant to stop pollution

    The Trump administration’s decision to drop from some environmental enforcement lawsuits filed by previous administrations is adding to the risks that communities face.

    The administration argues that these decisions are about reducing regulatory burdens – dropping these lawsuits reduces costs for companies.

    However, stepping back from these lawsuits leaves the communities without a meaningful way to put an end to the long-standing harms of environmental pollution. Few communities have the resources to litigate against private polluters and must rely on regulatory agencies to sue on their behalf.

    Real lives are affected by these changes

    What America is seeing now is more than a change in regulatory approach. It’s a step back from decades of progress that made the nation’s water safer and communities healthier.

    President Donald Trump talked repeatedly on the campaign trail about wanting clean air and clean water. However, the administration’s moves to reduce protection for wetlands, freeze infrastructure investments and abandon environmental enforcement can have real consequences for both.

    At a time when so many systems are already under strain, it raises the question: What kind of commitment is the federal government really making to the future of clean water in America?

    Jeremy Orr works for Michigan State University College of Law and Earthjustice.

    – ref. Stripping federal protection for clean water harms just about everyone, especially already vulnerable communities – https://theconversation.com/stripping-federal-protection-for-clean-water-harms-just-about-everyone-especially-already-vulnerable-communities-252267

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  • MIL-OSI: On Earth Day, Power Over Energy Celebrates 12 Years of Advancing Energy Literacy 

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Power Over Energy®, an energy literacy initiative backed by Itron, is celebrating Earth Day and its 12th anniversary with the launch of a new website, new interactive educational content, and continued growth around the world.

    Consumer energy literacy is more important than ever for building a cleaner energy future. Consumer education plays a crucial role in the adoption of energy-efficient technologies and participation in energy-saving programs. According to an Itron Resourcefulness Report, 43% of utilities believe consumers play a critical role in speeding the clean energy transition by understanding the importance of sustainable energy, adopting more energy efficient appliances, participating in demand response programs and changing their daily consumption behavior to align with grid needs.

    This year’s Earth Day theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” underscores the importance of individual action and collective responsibility—an idea at the heart of Power Over Energy’s mission. The campaign’s focus on improving energy literacy directly supports this call to action, empowering people to make smarter energy choices that contribute to a more sustainable future. 

    Since its launch in 2013, Power Over Energy has been dedicated to increasing awareness about the impacts of energy and water consumption, climate disruption and inspiring people with hope through innovative solutions and personal actions to help create a more resourceful world. The literacy initiative has reached 276 million consumers around the world and gained a global following across Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and X.

    Power Over Energy’s new website showcases energy and climate challenges and solutions through blog posts, videos and the new and wildly popular Power Play Quiz Game. The initiative educates and inspires followers through monthly educational campaigns, newsletters, and social media posts on topics including the challenges posed by climate disruption; solutions that span clean energy, conservation, smart cities, transportation and water; and opportunities to take action.

    The new website expands its Power Play Quiz Game to include five new versions, each aligned with a key solution area from the website: Smart Cities, Clean Energy, Transportation, Water, and Conservation. These interactive quizzes engage users in a fun, educational way, empowering them with knowledge to take meaningful action toward a more sustainable future.

    “It’s been gratifying to see the momentum and following that the Power Over Energy initiative has achieved,” said Marina Donovan, Itron’s vice president of global marketing, ESG and public affairs. “Power Over Energy is dedicated to educating consumers about the impacts of energy and water consumption. The new website helps consumers better understand the challenges of climate disruption and the solutions to help us adapt to our changing world. As we recognize and celebrate Earth Day, unveiling Power Over Energy’s new website reaffirms our commitment to educate people how to create a more resourceful world.” 

    “Energy and water are both critical resources, and what most people don’t realize is that they depend on each other. If there is a shortage or constraint in one, it leads to a shortage and constraint in the other. Educating consumers about the importance of protecting these resources and inspiring the next generation of innovators to address these challenges is crucial. With Power Over Energy’s new website and more Power Play Quiz Games, the initiative creates an engaging environment for educating website visitors,” said Dr. Michael Webber, Sid Richardson Chair in Public Affairs and the John J. McKetta Centennial Energy Chair in Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.

    About Power Over Energy
    Power Over Energy is an energy literacy initiative dedicated to increasing awareness about the impact of our current energy and water consumption, the benefits of energy efficiency, the interconnectedness between energy and water, and the importance of modernizing the electricity grid and deploying smart city technologies. Explore the new website at poweroverenergy.org and test your knowledge by playing the Power Play Quiz Game.

    About Itron
    Itron is a proven global leader in energy, water, smart city, IIoT and intelligent infrastructure services. For utilities, cities and society, we build innovative systems, create new efficiencies, connect communities, encourage conservation and increase resourcefulness. By safeguarding our invaluable natural resources today and tomorrow, we improve the quality of life for people around the world. Join us: www.itron.com.

    Itron® and the Itron Logo are registered trademarks of Itron, Inc in the United States and other countries and regions. All third-party trademarks are property of their respective owners and any usage herein does not suggest or imply any relationship between Itron and the third party unless expressly stated.

    For additional information, contact:

    Itron, Inc.

    Alex Morin
    Corporate Communications Specialist
    PR@Itron.com

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/63bca064-fdf8-4bc8-a0ea-f11bb4eb0399

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Powering the Future: Energy Leaders to Tackle Africa’s Grid Challenges at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    PARIS, France, April 22, 2025/APO Group/ —

    As Africa faces a sharp rise in electricity demand driven by population growth, industrialization and rapid urban expansion, the continent’s power sector is at a critical juncture. At Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025, taking place next month in Paris, a high-level panel on Revolutionizing Power Generation in Africa will bring together industry leaders to examine how a multi-pronged energy strategy can transform the continent’s electrification landscape.

    Moderated by Paul Hickin, Chief Economist & Editor in Chief at Petroleum Economist, the panel will feature Jerome Bertheau, Executive Vice President of Global Projects at BW Energy; Christoffer Ek, Director of Decarbonization Services at Wärtsilä Energy; and Silvia Macri, Director at S&P Global Commodity Insights. The conversation will explore a blended approach to power generation – integrating renewable and conventional energy sources, grid and off-grid solutions, and cutting-edge storage technologies – to chart a realistic pathway toward sustainable energy access in Africa, while addressing the urgent need for scalable, resilient and inclusive energy solutions.

    IAE 2025 (https://apo-opa.co/3Rqu3RJ) is an exclusive forum designed to facilitate investment between African energy markets and global investors. Taking place May 13-14, 2025 in Paris, the event offers delegates two days of intensive engagement with industry experts, project developers, investors and policymakers. For more information, please visit www.Invest-Africa-Energy.com. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

    Africa’s current power generation capacity falls short of its development needs, with more than 600 million people lacking access to electricity. While renewables like solar and wind are gaining traction, the transition to sustainable energy requires a balanced and diversified energy mix, with gas-to-power playing an increasingly important role.

    In Namibia, BW Energy is advancing its flagship Kudu gas-to-power project, which will supply up to 885 MW of electricity using gas from the offshore Kudu field, helping to strengthen both national energy security and regional grid stability. Meanwhile, with projects including the Sandiara gas-to-power plant in Senegal and the Soyo II combined-cycle plant in Angola, among others, African nations are advancing large-scale integrated gas projects to tap into underutilized reserves and support their electrification agendas.

    As such, the Revolutionizing Power Generation in Africa session will explore how flexible power solutions can be integrated with renewable energy technologies to enhance grid stability and support the transition to cleaner, more reliable energy systems. As a key developer in the drive towards grid stability, Wärtsilä Energy is powering Africa’s mining and industrial sectors with projects including a 17 MW plant in Senegal, a 50 MW captive power plant in Nigeria, O&M contracts in Zambia and Madagascar and maintenance of power plants in Morocco. These efforts highlight the growing importance of hybrid and modular energy systems in meeting Africa’s evolving electricity needs, which will be discussed at the upcoming forum.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Azule Energy Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 as Gold Sponsor Ahead of Major Project Launches

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    LUANDA, Angola, April 22, 2025/APO Group/ —

    International energy company Azule Energy has confirmed its participation as a Gold Sponsor at the upcoming Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 conference, taking place in Luanda on September 3-4. As Angola’s largest independent equity producer of oil and gas, Azule Energy’s return to the event underscores its continued commitment to working closely with operators, service providers and government partners to drive forward the country’s energy agenda.

    Azule Energy is advancing a series of large-scale oil and gas projects across the country, including Angola’s first non-associated gas project. Led by the New Gas Consortium (NGC) with Azule Energy as operator, the project will tap gas resources from the Quiluma and Maboqueiro (Q&M) shallow water fields. In February 2025, the NGC completed the offshore platforms for the project, with the Quiluma platform departing shortly thereafter for the installation site. The full development includes two offshore platforms and an onshore gas processing plant and will supply feedstock to Angola LNG, the country’s sole LNG facility. Production is expected to start in late 2025 or early 2026, with the platforms delivered six months ahead of schedule.  

    AOG is the largest oil and gas event in Angola. Taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas; the National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency; the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute; national oil company Sonangol; and the African Energy Chamber; the event is a platform to sign deals and advance Angola’s oil and gas industry. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

    Another major development underway is the Agogo Integrated West Hub Development in Block 15/06. In February 2025, Azule Energy and its project partners announced the sail-away of the Agogo FPSO from the shipyard in China to Angola. The FPSO is expected to begin operations by late 2025, joining the existing Ngoma FPSO and producing hydrocarbons from the Agogo and Ndungu fields. The new unit will boost production by 120,000 barrels per day (bpd) and features cutting-edge carbon capture and storage technology. Notably, it incorporates the world’s first post-combustion CO₂ capture plants installed on an FPSO, marking a significant step forward in reducing emissions from offshore production.

    Azule Energy’s broader portfolio includes 18 licenses – 11 of which the company operates – spanning both Angola and Namibia. In December 2024, the company finalized a strategic farm-in to Block 2914A in Namibia’s PEL 85, marking its first international expansion. In 2024, Azule’s net production reached 210,000 bpd, with oil and condensates making up 80% of output. The company is targeting 250,000 bpd by 2027 as it advances its upstream operations.

    In addition to oil and gas, Azule Energy is leading efforts to deliver low-carbon energy solutions in Angola. In partnership with Sonangol, the company is developing the Caraculo Solar Project in Namibe Province, with a total capacity of 50 MW. Phase one came online in 2023, delivering 25 MW of clean power to the grid.

    Azule Energy is also deeply committed to local content and social development. In 2024, the company inaugurated a new school in Huambo, offering educational access to 720 students. Alongside its Block 15/06 partners, it also handed over two education facilities to the Government of Cabinda in 2024, funded by project revenues and reinforcing the social impact of Angola’s energy industry

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  • MIL-OSI Security: FBI Marks the 45th Anniversary of the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Forces

    Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

    LEXINGTON, SC—The FBI Columbia Field Office this week is recognizing the 45th anniversary of the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF).

    The initial JTTF began in 1989 in New York City with a partnership between the New York Field Office and the New York City Police Department. Then, leaders from the agencies discussed how to combine expertise and resources to locate terrorist organizations responsible for attacks in the city. These conversations led to the creation of the first JTTF.

    The JTTFs are the nation’s front-line defense against international and domestic terrorism. JTTFs gather evidence, follow leads, make arrets, provide security for special events, collect and share intelligence, and respond to various threats and incidents.

    Following the 9/11 attacks, FBI leadership directed all FBI field offices to establish a JTTF. In addition, the FBI established its National Joint Terrorism Task Force to support the local task forces in June of 2002. The NJTTF, at FBI Headquarters, enhances communication, coordination, and cooperation from partner agencies. JTTFs have disrupted dozens of plots in the past four decades.

    Today, there are nearly 200 task forces around the country, including at least one in the FBI’s field offices with about 4,400 members from participating state, local, and federal agencies.

    The FBI Columbia field office’s JTFF has 19 task force officers and analysts from 12 participating agencies across South Carolina.

    “The persistent threat of terrorism across South Carolina demands a united front,” said Reid Davis, acting special agent in charge of the FBI Columbia Field Office. “The FBI Columbia Field Office relies on our strong partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and their JTTF members to swiftly disrupt threats and respond with precision whenever danger arises.”

    The FBI Columbia Field Office counts numerous disruptions of its own, including a plan by a Barnwell man to detonate explosives in public locations in Pickens County in 2019 to express his frustration with the Department of Social Services. One device exploded near the Pickens County Courthouse causing minor damage to the building. Michael Lambert Seabrooke,41, was sentenced in 2021 to 12 years in federal prison for possession of explosive devices and two counts of malicious damage and attempt to damage by means of explosive materials.

    The FBI Columbia JTTF also investigated a case where individuals shot at a Duke Energy regulator bank in Dalzell in 2023 which caused significant damage. One suspect, Donald Ray Hurst, 35, of Sumter, pleaded guilty to destruction of an energy facility, and is awaiting sentencing. A second individual allegedly involved, Chad Allen Kron, 33, of Sumter, was charged with destruction of an energy facility and possessing an unregistered firearm. Kron is awaiting trial.

    If you see or know about suspicious activity involving chemical, biological, or radiological materials, report it to 1-800-CALL-FBI. You can also submit online tips at tips.fbi.gov.

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  • MIL-OSI: BigCommerce and Noibu Share Joint Vision of Curated Composability to Deliver Seamless Site Performance and Accelerated Innovation for Online Merchants

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    AUSTIN, Texas, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), a leading provider of open, composable commerce solutions for B2C and B2B brands and retailers, today announced discussions regarding a potential expansion of its commercial partnership with Noibu, a leading ecommerce intelligence platform that helps brands detect, prioritize, and resolve revenue-impacting issues while delivering seamless customer experiences. The partnership, if finalized, would reflect the joint value of “curated composability,” enabling brands, retailers, manufacturers and distributors of all sizes to leverage best-in-class solutions without the procurement delays or complex integrations.

    “BigCommerce sees the ecommerce landscape becoming more complex with the growing number of channels being introduced,” said Travis Hess, CEO at BigCommerce. “Engaging and selling through multiple channels has created an orchestration challenge for brands and organizations. Our composable approach addresses that challenge by allowing them to leverage best-in-class partners and capabilities. By partnering with Noibu, we would deliver a frictionless way to unlock deeper customer experience insights, site intelligence, reduce development cycles and drive revenue — all without the delay of traditional contracting.”

    Through this proposed integration, brands and retailers would be able to seamlessly activate Noibu’s enterprise-grade ecommerce intelligence capabilities without the need for separate contracts. This would streamline procurement, simplify operations, and empower teams to uncover a wide range of technical and customer experiences issues — from hidden bugs to performance bottlenecks — that can hinder revenue growth. With comprehensive error detection, root-cause analysis, and prioritized recommendations, merchants could innovate faster, enhance digital experiences, and capture more conversions.

    Unlocking Conversion Opportunities at Speed

    Today, BigCommerce and Noibu enable brands to innovate confidently by identifying and resolving potential shopper experience issues before they affect revenue.

    Later this year, BigCommerce plans to make it easier for its enterprise customers to purchase Noibu without additional procurement friction or integration complexity.

    Key partnership benefits would include:

    • Faster Time to Value: Noibu could be activated instantly through the BigCommerce agreement — eliminating delays and enabling immediate performance insights.
    • Proactive Revenue Protection: Instead of waiting for problems to surface, merchants could continuously monitor their storefront for high-impact disruptions and prioritize fixes based on business value.
    • Collaborative Merchant Success: BigCommerce and Noibu teams would work in sync, offering a fully supported solution that strengthens the merchant experience from storefront to support.

    “Our collaboration with BigCommerce and Noibu has led to significant improvement in our ecommerce operations,” said Mike Hoefer, director of web product and strategy at King Arthur Baking. “The combination of Noibu’s advanced error monitoring and resolution capabilities and BigCommerce’s robust ecommerce platform has helped us enhance our site performance, increase customer satisfaction and avoid potential revenue losses.”

    A Partnership Built for Growth

    The proposed structure of this partnership would ensure that BigCommerce and Noibu could support merchants at every stage of growth — whether optimizing conversion rates, scaling traffic during peak seasons or maintaining performance across complex ecommerce architectures.

    “At Noibu, we share BigCommerce’s vision of empowering merchants to deliver fast, reliable, and insight-driven ecommerce experiences,” said Kailin Noivo, president and co-founder of Noibu. “By joining forces, we would eliminate the guesswork from issue resolution and help brands recover every dollar of potential revenue—all through one streamlined, unified solution.”

    To learn more about the existing Noibu-BigCommerce integration, and how to activate it, visit https://www.bigcommerce.com/apps/noibu/

    Read King Arthur Baking’s case study to learn more about how the brand is leveraging BigCommerce and Noibu: https://www.noibu.com/customers/case-studies/king-arthur-baking-company-noibu-case-study

    About BigCommerce
    BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC) is a leading open SaaS and composable ecommerce platform that empowers brands, retailers, manufacturers and distributors of all sizes to build, innovate and grow their businesses online. BigCommerce provides its customers sophisticated professional-grade functionality, customization and performance with simplicity and ease-of-use. Tens of thousands of B2C and B2B companies across 150 countries and numerous industries rely on BigCommerce, including Coldwater Creek, Harvey Nichols, King Arthur Baking Co., MKM Building Supplies, United Aqua Group and Uplift Desk. For more information, please visit www.bigcommerce.com or follow us on X and LinkedIn.

    About Noibu
    Noibu is the leading ecommerce intelligence platform trusted by global brands to detect, prioritize, and resolve technical issues that disrupt the customer journey and impact revenue. By surfacing hidden errors, performance blockers, and root causes, Noibu empowers teams to deliver seamless shopping experiences, reduce lost revenue, and innovate with confidence. Learn more at www.noibu.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: RentRedi Launches “Chat 2.0” to Enhance Landlord-Tenant Communication

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RentRedi, the fastest-growing all-in-one property management software that makes renting easy for both landlords and renters, has launched Chat 2.0, a robust new in-app messaging feature designed to enhance communication between landlords and renters. Chat 2.0 allows for real-time, two-way communication between landlords and tenants directly within the RentRedi app.

    Responding to high demand from both landlords and tenants, RentRedi developed Chat 2.0 to create a more centralized, efficient, and seamless way for them to connect with each other. The new feature promotes a better renting experience for landlords and tenants by eliminating the need to rely on text threads, voicemails, or other disorganized methods of communication.

    “Tenants were trying to use our support chat to reach their landlords, and landlords were telling us they needed a dedicated space to communicate within the app,” said RentRedi Co-founder and CEO Ryan Barone. “Chat 2.0 is our answer to that. We built it to keep communication clear, centralized, and easy to find—so our customers can spend less time tracking down messages and more time focusing on what matters.”

    Key benefits of Chat 2.0 include:

    • Centralized Messaging: Messaging is available in the RentRedi mobile app and on the RentRedi website, meeting customers needs on their preferred platform. Conversations stay within the RentRedi platform, so messages aren’t lost in personal text threads.
    • Easy Search Functionality: Landlords can search chats by property, unit, or tenant name. Tenants can search by property and unit.
    • Push Notifications: Landlords and tenants receive mobile push notifications for new messages to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
    • Improved Organization: Message history is stored in one place, making it easier to revisit previous discussions.
    • Team Access: Teammates with global access or access to the “notifications” module can send messages, making collaboration across teams seamless.
    • Stronger Relationships: Better communication fosters better landlord-tenant relationships—ultimately benefiting both sides.

    Chat 2.0 was designed to solve common communication breakdowns reported by landlords, such as tenants leaving them poor ratings due to the lack of communication, delays in resolving lease issues, payment disputes, application updates, maintenance requests falling through the cracks, and the overall frustration and confusion caused by relying on outside messaging platforms or forgotten email threads.

    A RentRedi customer reveled at the feature in a recent review, writing: “I can communicate about technician arrivals or repairs or emergencies even while I am away in another state! Being able to get real-time updates from the tenants is priceless. I also like that I don’t have to give my personal phone number out to all the tenants and my maintenance manager can communicate with me or whomever is available at that time.”

    As part of its ongoing commitment to improving the landlord-tenant experience, RentRedi will soon add the ability to attach documents and photos to chat messages—making Chat 2.0 an even more versatile tool for property management.

    Chat 2.0 is now live and available for all RentRedi users. See the feature in action on RentRedi’s YouTube Channel.

    About RentRedi

    RentRedi offers an award-winning, comprehensive property management platform that simplifies the renting process for landlords and renters by automating and streamlining processes. Landlords can quickly grow their rental businesses by using RentRedi’s all-in-one web and mobile app to collect rent, list and market vacancies, find and screen tenants, sign leases, and manage maintenance and accounting. Tenants enjoy the convenience and benefits of RentRedi’s easy-to-use mobile app that allows them to pay rent, set up auto-pay, build credit by reporting rent payments to all three major credit bureaus, prequalify and sign leases, and submit 24/7 maintenance requests.

    Founded in 2016, RentRedi is VC-backed and a proven leader in the PropTech market. The company ranks No. 180 on the Inc. 5000 list and No. 13 on the Inc. 5000 Regionals list. It was also named an Inc. Power Partner in 2023 and 2024, and to Fast Company’s Next Big Things in Tech list in 2024, as well as HousingWire’s Tech100 list in 2025. To date, RentRedi has more than $28 billion in assets under management with nearly 200,000 landlords and tenants using the platform. The company partners with technology leaders such as Zillow, TransUnion, Experian, Equifax, Realtor.com, Lessen, Thumbtack, Plaid, and Stripe to create the best customer experience possible. For more information visit RentRedi.com.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ddce0b6b-4615-4175-b38d-00cb2e6ef316.

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  • MIL-OSI: Devon Energy Unveils Value Enhancing Business Optimization Plan

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HIGHLIGHTS

    • Targeting $1 billion in annual pre-tax free cash flow improvements
    • Business optimization plan underway to improve margins and capital efficiency
    • Plan includes improvements to base production performance, midstream commercial terms and corporate costs
    • Expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with 30 percent achieved by year-end 2025

    OKLAHOMA CITY, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE: DVN) today announced its business optimization plan to improve margins and capital efficiency, growing free cash flow generation and driving significant shareholder value.

    “I’m excited to announce the details of our business optimization plan, set to enhance margins and deliver $1 billion in annual pre-tax free cash flow improvements by year end 2026,” said Clay Gaspar, president and CEO. “This milestone reflects the commitment, ingenuity, and talent of our employees, whose hard work and ongoing efforts continue to drive Devon’s success. This is an opportune time for us to take on this initiative, as we leverage recent leadership changes across the organization, bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas. Given the challenging market and shifting competitive landscape, this is the right moment to focus internally and improve our profitability. Importantly, this effort will create significant shareholder value by expanding our free cash flow generation and enhancing the durability of our business.”

    “Our organization has been diligently advancing this initiative and has already secured marketing agreements to drive a material margin improvement through year-end 2026. Concurrently, we have implemented technological advancements, including advanced analytics and process automation, that are further enhancing our operating performance. These combined efforts are anticipated to achieve approximately $300 million of cash flow uplift by the end of 2025, reinforcing our financial resilience. We have clear visibility into the remaining objectives and are highly confident in our ability to execute this plan effectively,” Gaspar added.

    PLAN PATHWAY AND TIMING TO DELIVER

    Devon is committed to improving its pre-tax free cash flow generation by taking steps to deliver $1.0 billion in annual improvements. The plan includes actions to achieve more efficient field-level operations and improvements in drilling and completion costs while improving operating margins and corporate costs. Approximately 30 percent of the estimated improvements are expected to be accomplished by year-end 2025, with the remaining savings realized by year-end 2026.

    The business optimization plan includes improvements in the following categories:

    Capital Efficiency – $300 million
    Capture efficiencies through design optimization, cycle time reductions, facility standardization and vendor management.

    Production Optimization –$250 million
    Use advanced analytics to minimize maintenance events, reduce downtime, flatten production declines and optimize operating cost structure.

    Commercial Opportunities – $300 million
    Leverage scale to enhance commercial contracts to increase realizations, improve recoveries and lower GP&T cost structure.

    Corporate Cost Reductions – $150 million
    Reduce interest expense and streamline corporate cost structure.

    “We are committed to transparency and accountability and will provide stakeholders with periodic updates on our progress,” Gaspar concluded.

    The company will provide additional details around the optimization plan during its scheduled first-quarter 2025 earnings conference call on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 10 a.m. CDT (11 a.m. EDT). Also provided with today’s release is a supplemental presentation, which is available on the company’s website at www.devonenergy.com.

    ABOUT DEVON ENERGY

    Devon Energy is a leading oil and gas producer in the U.S. with a diversified multi-basin portfolio headlined by a world-class acreage position in the Delaware Basin. Devon’s disciplined cash-return business model is designed to achieve strong returns, generate free cash flow and return capital to shareholders, while focusing on safe and sustainable operations. For more information, please visit www.devonenergy.com.

    FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

    This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Such statements include those concerning strategic plans, our expectations and objectives for future operations, as well as other future events or conditions, and are often identified by use of the words and phrases “expects,” “believes,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “continue,” “may,” “aims,” “likely to be,” “intends,” “forecasts,” “projections,” “estimates,” “plans,” “expectations,” “targets,” “opportunities,” “potential,” “anticipates,” “outlook” and other similar terminology. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Devon expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. Consequently, actual future results could differ materially and adversely from our expectations due to a number of factors, including, but not limited to: the risk that we are unable to successfully implement the improvements discussed in this release on the anticipated timeline or at all, which could delay or prevent us from realizing any benefits from the business optimization plan; commodity prices, cost structures and the other assumptions underlying our forecasted value uplift from the business optimization plan could differ materially from actual results; market and geopolitical uncertainty as a result of changes in trade relations and policies, such as the imposition of tariffs by the U.S., China or other countries; and any of the other risks and uncertainties discussed in Devon’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “2024 Form 10-K”) or other filings with the SEC.

    The forward-looking statements included in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release, represent management’s current reasonable expectations as of the date of this press release and are subject to the risks and uncertainties identified above as well as those described elsewhere in the 2024 Form 10-K and in other documents we file from time to time with the SEC. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of our forward-looking statements, and readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made in the 2024 Form 10-K and in other documents we file from time to time with the SEC. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to Devon, or persons acting on its behalf, are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. We do not undertake, and expressly disclaim, any duty to update or revise our forward-looking statements based on new information, future events or otherwise.

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  • MIL-OSI: Equinor ASA: Notice of annual general meeting 14 May 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    The annual general meeting of Equinor ASA (OSE: EQNR, NYSE: EQNR) will be held Wednesday 14 May 2025 at 15:00 CEST. The annual general meeting will be held in Equinor Business Center, Forusbeen 50, 4035 Stavanger for those attending in person and via Lumi AGM for those attending digitally.

    Voting will be carried out electronically via Lumi AGM for all shareholders. It is also possible to vote in advance or give proxy.

    Please see detailed information in the attached notice of the annual general meeting.

    Further information is also to be found on www.equinor.com/agm
    (http://www.equinor.com/agm)

    • Investor contact: Erik Gonder
      +47 995 62 611
      ergon@equinor.com

    This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 the Norwegian Securities Trading Act

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  • MIL-OSI: Enerflex Ltd. Confirms Search for New Independent Director and Announces Timing of First Quarter Release

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Enerflex Ltd. (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) (“Enerflex” or the “Company”) today confirmed that, consistent with good corporate governance, it intends to initiate a search this year for a qualified independent director. The Board also announced that it is committed to achieve at least 30% gender diversity on the Board on or before the Company’s 2026 annual meeting.

    Q1 Earnings Release

    Enerflex plans to release its financial results and operating highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2025, prior to market open on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Results will be communicated by news release and will be available on the Company’s website at www.enerflex.com and under the electronic profile of the Company on SEDAR+ and EDGAR at www.sedarplus.ca and www.sec.gov/edgar, respectively.

    Investors, analysts, members of the media, and other interested parties, are invited to listen to or participate in a conference call and audio webcast on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (MDT), where members of senior management will discuss the Company’s results. A question-and-answer period will follow.

    Those wishing to listen or participate may register at https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIbf48293aea6d4b518127ab7e050c6058. Once registered, participants will receive the dial-in numbers and a unique PIN to enter the call. The audio webcast of the conference call will be available on the Enerflex website at www.enerflex.com under the Investors section or can be accessed directly at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/oqas9bdk.

    ADVISORY REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

    This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws and “forward-looking statements” (and together with “forward-looking information”, “FLI”) within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the US Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are FLI. The use of any of the words “intend”, “may”, “plan”, “will”, and similar expressions, are intended to identify FLI. In particular, this news release includes (without limitation) FLI and statements pertaining to the intention and ability of the Company to achieve at least 30% gender diversity on the Board on or before the Company’s 2026 annual meeting and the Company’s expectation to release its financial results and operating highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2025, prior to market open on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

    FLI reflects management’s current beliefs and assumptions with respect to such things as the impact of general economic conditions; commodity prices; the markets in which Enerflex’s products and services are used; general industry conditions, forecasts, and trends; changes to, and introduction of new, governmental regulations, laws, and income taxes; increased competition; availability of qualified personnel; political unrest and geopolitical conditions; and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Enerflex. More specifically, Enerflex’s expectations in respect of its FLI are based on a number of assumptions, estimates and projections developed based on past experience and anticipated trends including that the Company will be successful in recruiting a qualified independent director within the stipulated timeframe. As a result of the foregoing, actual results, performance, or achievements of Enerflex could differ and such differences could be material from those expressed in, or implied by, the FLI. The principal risks, uncertainties and other factors affecting Enerflex and its business are identified under the heading “Risk Factors” in: (i) Enerflex’s Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2024, dated February 27, 2025; and (ii) Enerflex’s Annual Report dated February 26, 2025, copies of which are available under the electronic profile of the Company on SEDAR+ and EDGAR at www.sedarplus.ca and www.sec.gov/edgar, respectively.

    Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of assumptions and risk factors should not be construed as exhaustive. The FLI included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and are based on the information available to the Company at such time and, other than as required by law, Enerflex disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any FLI, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. This news release and its contents should not be construed, under any circumstances, as investment, tax, or legal advice.

    ABOUT ENERFLEX
    Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure and energy transition solutions, deploying natural gas, low-carbon, and treated water solutions – from individual, modularized products and services to integrated custom solutions. With over 4,600 engineers, manufacturers, technicians, and innovators, Enerflex is bound together by a shared vision: Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future. The Company remains committed to the future of natural gas and the critical role it plays, while focused on sustainability offerings to support the energy transition and growing decarbonization efforts.

    Enerflex’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “EFX” and on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “EFXT”. For more information about Enerflex, visit www.enerflex.com.

    For investor and media enquiries, contact:

    Preet S. Dhindsa
    President and Chief Executive Officer (Interim)
    E-mail: PDhindsa@enerflex.com

    Joe Ladouceur
    Chief Financial Officer (Interim)
    E-mail: JLadouceur@enerflex.com

    Jeff Fetterly
    Vice President, Corporate Development and Capital Markets
    E-mail: JFetterly@enerflex.com

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Call for witnesses – Domestic violence – Katherine

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating an alleged domestic violence assault that occurred in a community in Katherine on Friday.

    Around 1am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports that a 16-year-old female had been assaulted by her partner at a community residence in Katherine.

    Police and St John Ambulance attended, with the 16-year-old located and conveyed to hospital with multiple stab wounds to her back and injuries consistent with being stomped on. She remains in hospital in a stable condition after being transferred to Darwin.

    Police have identified the 17-year-old male partner as a person of interest, and efforts are currently underway to locate him.

    Police urge anyone who witnessed the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number NTP2500040300. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

    If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: The 6th edition of India Steel, a premier biennial International Exhibition-cum Conference on the steel sector, to be held from April 24 to 26, in Mumbai

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 21 APR 2025 8:19PM by PIB Bengaluru

    The 6th edition of India Steel, a premier biennial International Exhibition-cumConference on the steel sector, will be held from April 24 to 26, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.

    Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the event on April 24 via video conferencing, in the presence of several dignitaries, including Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of three States. Organized by the Ministry of Steel, India Steel 2025 will bring together global stakeholders to discuss key issues such as growth strategies, sustainability in steel production, resilience in a changing global economy, and the role of innovation and digital technologies in enhancing competitiveness.

    The event will witness high-level participation from the Centre, underscoring the strategic role of steel in realizing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Among the dignitaries expected to attend are Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister of Railways, Shri Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal, and Shri Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma, Minister of State for Steel and Heavy Industries. The event will also witness participation of dignitaries from States Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, and Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Chief Minister of Odisha.

    These leaders will preside over key sessions, reflecting steel’s significance to India’s economic and industrial strategy and emphasizing steel’s cross-sectoral importance. Senior officials from the Government of India, including Secretaries from the Ministries of Steel, Coal, and Electronics & IT (MeitY), will lead important discussions, further driving the sector’s growth and strategic direction. Global industry leaders and foreign dignitaries, including the Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of Russia and Ambassadors of Australia, Mozambique, and Mongolia, will participate, enhancing international collaboration in the steel sector.

    Since its inception in 2013, India Steel Expo has grown into a leading platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies and equipment, fostering strategic industry dialogues, and enabling global networking. This year’s edition is expected to draw professionals from across the world, including those from construction, oil and gas, and engineering sectors, who are keen to promote their services, forge business partnerships, and align with evolving market trends. Hon’ble Union Steel Minister Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy has warmly invited stakeholders from across the steel and allied sectors to participate in India Steel 2025 and urged the entire fraternity to join the event in large numbers and contribute to making it a resounding success.

     

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – 21 April – 24 April: Work in Parliamentary Committees

    Source: European Parliament

    In the week of 21 April, a large part of Members’ work will be in Parliamentary Committees. The Committee on Budgets will vote on its report setting out the Parliament’s vision for the post-2027 EU long-term budget, and the Subcommittee on Tax Matters will discuss simplifying the tax landscape for SMEs, as well as explore how fiscal measures can support the green transition. The Committee on Industry, Research and Energy will host the Energy Community Parliamentary Plenum, bringing together the EU and its neighbouring countries. Follow the links below to discover the week’s highlights.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Students of SPbGASU are winners of the international olympiad in descriptive geometry

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering – Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

    Students of SPbGASU demonstrated a high level of knowledge and skill at the final stage of the Open International Student Internet Olympiad in the discipline “Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Graphics”, profile “Specialized (with in-depth study of the discipline)”. Our students took prizes, confirming the high level of training that they receive at the Department of Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Graphics.

    Gold medals of the Olympiad were awarded to Alexander Korobov (first-year student of the Faculty of Engineering Ecology and Urban Management, majoring in Heat and Gas Supply and Ventilation) and Matvey Matveyev (first-year student of the Faculty of Construction, majoring in Construction of Unique Buildings and Structures). Victoria Dreeva (second-year student of the Faculty of Engineering Ecology and Urban Management, majoring in Heat and Gas Supply and Ventilation) was awarded a silver medal.

    “We are proud of our students, who have once again confirmed their high level of training in descriptive geometry. The victory in the Olympiad is a natural result of our joint work aimed at developing students’ spatial thinking, design skills and engineering culture,” noted Elena Denisova, Head of the Department of Descriptive Geometry and Engineering Graphics at SPbGASU.

    “Participation in the Olympiad is a great opportunity to test your knowledge and skills, as well as communicate with other students who are passionate about engineering. I am very glad that I was able to represent my university with dignity!” – shared his impressions Alexander Korobov.

    Congratulations to the winners!

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Cleaner coal to complement green wave

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    China is gearing up for a new phase of coal power upgrades to hasten its transition toward cleaner and greener energy, said officials and experts on Monday.

    This round of upgrades will focus on enhanced peak-shaving capability, strong support for volatile new energy power, high resilience and lower emissions.

    It proposes key tasks in four aspects — clean and low-carbon; safe and reliable, efficient peak-shaving; valley-filling and the intelligent operation of coal power, said He Yang, deputy head of the National Energy Administration.

    He emphasized that among the four key tasks, ensuring the security and reliability of the power supply are fundamental prerequisites, as coal-fired power accounts for 40 percent of installed capacity and generates nearly 60 percent of electricity in China.

    This initiative comes against the backdrop of the rapid increase in power generated from intermittent and volatile new energies.

    Officials and experts emphasized the pressing need for China’s coal-fired power sector to address significant challenges amid energy transition.

    Coal-fired power, a major carbon emitter, must reduce emissions while enhancing flexibility as a crucial peak-shaving and support source in the evolving power system structure.

    Moving forward, a focus on clean energy and intelligent operations is essential for coal-fired power to adapt to scheduling systems and complex operating environments, ensuring both security and sustainability, said He.

    Hu Wenping, director of the power generation project consulting institute affiliated with the China Electric Power Planning and Engineering Institute, emphasized the need to enhance the efficiency and speed of coal-fired power generation units, as well as boost worker safety through technological innovation.

    This includes intelligent optimization and decision-making for efficient operation, dynamic matching of resources for rapid load changes, and safety measures like intelligent safety monitoring to mitigate operational risks and ensure safe operations, Hu said.

    Diao Baosheng, deputy director of the power department of CHN Energy, shared the group’s practices in clean and decarbonization technologies for coal-fired power, including biomass co-firing and carbon capture, utilization and storage.

    Diao said the company has successively carried out technological strategies such as chemical absorption capturing, which can absorb up to 500,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide.

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