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<img alt="sign reading, &quot;We Rise For Your Rise&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9aac0f24-6f80-4a62-80cb-a2191ca06f8a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Neighborhood-Partners-Program_PSEG_061025_1.jpeg" width="440" class="align-center" height="493" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://energizepseg.com/2025/06/04/how-our-neighborhood-partners-brighten-our-communities/" target="_blank">Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE!</a>

Every year, our PSEG Foundation’s <a href="https://corporate.pseg.com/corporatecitizenship/psegfoundation/neighborhoodpartnersprogram" target="_blank">Neighborhood Partners Program</a> not only funds vital programs but also amplifies the work of nonprofits that are transforming communities. From initiatives that provide job training and financial literacy to those that promote environmental stewardship and food security, our partners are making a difference every day. Let’s take a closer look at a few of these impactful organizations – and how their work continues to inspire us all.

Rising Tide Capital

One of our Neighborhood Partners, <a href="https://risingtidecapital.org/" target="_blank">Rising Tide Capital</a>, is proving that when you invest in people, you invest in thriving communities. Through their comprehensive suite of services, they’re equipping a growing network of 10,000 entrepreneurs across New Jersey and 15 other states with the skills and support to build sustainable businesses. Participants in their <a href="https://programs.risingtidecapital.org/community-business-academy/" target="_blank">Community Business Academy</a> see a 95% increase in sales within their first two years – a testament to the power of hands-on training in business planning, management and marketing.

Beyond the academy, Rising Tide entrepreneurs receive targeted coaching through the <a href="https://programs.risingtidecapital.org/business-acceleration-services/" target="_blank">Business Acceleration Services</a>, helping them set actionable goals and access critical resources. And with the <a href="https://programs.risingtidecapital.org/credit-to-captal/" target="_blank">Credit to Capital Program</a>, they’re gaining the financial guidance needed to invest in equipment, inventory and staff.

<blockquote>
"We’ve had funding in this partnership over several years and this partnership has really become critical and core to what we do. These are real stories of impact in our community that are changing lives and they’re sustained by partnerships like ours.”

-Dr. Joynicole Martinez 
President, Chief of Advancement &amp; Innovation 
Rising Tide Capital'
</blockquote>

Rising Tide shares our commitment to meeting community needs and understands that the well-being of our neighborhoods is tied to the success of their people. We’re proud to support this work, fostering the next generation of resilient, visionary entrepreneurs.

America’s Grow-a-Row

Rising Tide Capital isn’t the only partner making waves. At <a href="http://www.americasgrowarow.org/" target="_blank">America’s Grow-A-Row</a>, their mission to combat hunger is rooted in every acre of farmland and every pound of fresh produce.
<img alt="Man wearing a PSEG shirt, outside at a farm holding two large buckets" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fd93b24e-bea2-4b6f-9746-f2893784ea61" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Neighborhood-Partners-Program_PSEG_061025_2.jpeg" width="640" class="align-center" height="900" loading="lazy" />In 2024 alone, America’s Grow-A-Row delivered an astounding 3.6 million pounds of fresh produce to families in need – a powerful testament to their mission of mitigating hunger one crop at a time. This remarkable impact is made possible by 423 acres of farmland, 20 varieties of fruits and vegetables and over 10,000 dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to bring nutritious food to communities across New Jersey and 23 other states. Last year, in just one Friday morning, PSEG volunteers joined the effort with gathering <a href="https://energizepseg.com/2024/09/06/pseg-volunteers-help-americas-grow-a-row-combat-food-insecurity-in-nj/" target="_blank">51,600 servings (12,900lbs)</a> of fresh and healthy produce.  And the numbers don’t stop there. In 2024, America’s Grow-A-Row managed to:

<ul><li>Have 11,732 individual volunteers.</li>
	<li>Spend 25,710 hours harvesting and gleaning.</li>
	<li>Reach 24 states with generous amounts of food.</li>
	<li>Donate 14,361,312 servings.</li>
</ul><blockquote>
"Without the Neighborhood Partners Program, we could not grow all the fruits and vegetables that we are utilizing to feed people and positively impact their lives. This funding allowed us to hit our number of 3.6 million pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables from people suffering from food insecurity.”

– Jackie Etter 
Development &amp; Marketing 
America’s Grow-A-Row
</blockquote>

We’re proud to partner with America’s Grow-A-Row as they continue to provide healthy, environmentally sustainable food to families who need it most. Together, we’re sowing the seeds for stronger, healthier communities.

Cathedral Kitchen

Just as America’s Grow-A-Row is nourishing communities with fresh produce, <a href="https://cathedralkitchen.org/" target="_blank">Cathedral Kitchen</a> is nourishing both bodies and futures by serving more than just meals.
<img alt="Outside of Cathedral Kitchen" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="80fe85ee-2a3d-4b98-bf85-62e2b978b8fa" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Neighborhood-Partners-Program_PSEG_061025_3.jpeg" width="640" class="align-center" height="300" loading="lazy" />As South Jersey’s largest emergency meal provider, Cathedral Kitchen serves over 100,000 meals each year while also creating a welcoming space where community connections are forged and lives are transformed. And for those ready to take the next step, Cathedral Kitchen offers a <a href="https://cathedralkitchen.org/culinary-arts-training/" target="_blank">free, 15-week culinary arts training program</a> that prepares unemployed, underemployed, at-risk and low-income Camden residents for careers in the culinary field – providing a pathway to economic independence.

Since launching the program 14 years ago:

<ul><li>547 students have graduated.</li>
	<li>90% of graduates secured employment within three months.</li>
	<li>621 students passed the ServSafe National Food Safety &amp; Sanitation Certification exam.</li>
</ul><blockquote>
"The Neighborhood Partners Program has been such a blessing to Cathedral Kitchen for quite some time. Their funding has enabled us to continue to meet needs without cutting back on any services. It’s been instrumental.”

-Noreen Flewelling 
Development Director 
Cathedral Kitchen
</blockquote>

Partnering with Cathedral Kitchen underscores the value of creating a welcoming atmosphere where people in need can find not only a warm meal but also a second chance – and a path to a brighter future.

More Than Bootstraps

While Cathedral Kitchen is paving the way for economic independence through culinary training, <a href="https://www.morethanbootstraps.org/" target="_blank">More Than Bootstraps</a> (MTB) is breaking down barriers to higher education for first-generation students.
<img alt="Two people working at a table together" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c949321b-fd3f-4d87-a95d-3106abbd851e" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Neighborhood-Partners-Program_PSEG_061025_4.jpeg" width="640" class="align-center" height="600" loading="lazy" />More Than Bootstraps understands the importance of assisting first-generation students with resources for getting into college and has built a community of underrepresented students who empower each other to access and succeed in higher education.

MTB was founded in 2018 and in that first year, they proudly served 11 students. As of Fall 2024, they’re serving a total of 50 students from Passaic Public Schools.. They base their success on four core components:

<ul><li>Family engagement</li>
	<li>Financial assistance</li>
	<li>Near-peer mentorship</li>
	<li>Wellness and self-care</li>
</ul><blockquote>
"We know there are students out there who are talented and ambitious … they just need a little bit of guidance and support to find their way. The Neighborhood Partners Program provides us with resources that enable us to serve more students.”

-Audrey Fisch 
Founder &amp; President 
More Than Bootstraps
</blockquote>

After graduating, each student returns the favor by providing tutoring and mentorship for the upcoming undergraduates in their program.

Together, we’re powering up the next generation of young bright minds by giving them access to higher learning and equipping them with the tools needed to succeed.

HomeFront

Education can open doors, but for families facing homelessness, stability is the first step toward a brighter future. That’s where <a href="https://www.homefrontnj.org/" target="_blank">HomeFront</a> steps in.
<img alt="Group shopping in a store" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="bc550371-fb02-4efe-8f46-bfd92cee1989" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Neighborhood-Partners-Program_PSEG_061025_5.jpeg" width="640" class="align-center" height="428" loading="lazy" />By harnessing the care, resources and expertise of the community, HomeFront is working to ease the immediate hardships of homelessness while empowering New Jersey families to achieve self-sufficiency. With programs focused on housing, children’s activities and essential resources, HomeFront is committed to creating lasting change and building stronger communities.

To HomeFront, every number represents a deeper and unique story of the journey a family or individual faced to overcome adversity and step into stability. That’s why they’re adamant about not taking it for granted.

As of this year:

<ul><li>30,676 individuals were given shelter, food and life-changing assistance.</li>
	<li>1,840,320 meals were provided.</li>
	<li>139 children enrolled in their Joy, Hopes &amp; Dreams program.</li>
	<li>571 families assisted through their emergency housing assistance programs.</li>
</ul><blockquote>
"When they say partners, they mean it. PSEG has been there for us, from coming on site and volunteering to providing connections with other organizations who can help us achieve our mission – they are more than just a funder, they’re in the work with us.”

-Sarah Steward 
CEO 
HomeFront
</blockquote>

We’re proud to celebrate HomeFront by supporting their impactful programs and working alongside them through our passionate volunteers. Every individual and family represents a shared victory – a testament to the collective strength and progress of our community.

We’re deeply grateful for each and every one of our Neighborhood Partners and our world is brighter because of them. Pouring back into the community requires hard work, resources, commitment and effort – and our partners embody each of these values.

Every year, we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to give back and advance meaningful work to create a more sustainable future for all. We’re excited to announce the applications for the 2025 Neighborhood Partners Program are now open! If you’re part of an eligible nonprofit organization in New Jersey or Long Island, click <a href="https://corporate.pseg.com/corporatecitizenship/psegfoundation/neighborhoodpartnersprogram" target="_blank">here</a> to apply now through June 30, 2025.

Local Impact, Lasting Change: How PSEG's Neighborhood Partners Brighten Our Communities

“Gen is purpose-driven and committed to making a positive global impact. We anchor our corporate responsibility strategy in our business priorities and people’s needs — helping individuals, families and educators thrive by using technology safely. We believe our approach to corporate responsibility helps manage risks and maximize opportunities for success. We seek to make a positive impact on both our business and society by helping people build digital skills, creating pathways into technology careers for more people, limiting our environmental impacts and bettering the world through digital safety access and education. We believe what we do leads back to Powering Digital Freedom.”

Kim Allman – Head of CR and Government Affairs at Gen 

Today, Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN) releases its <a href="https://www.gendigital.com/us/en/social-impact/social-impact-report/" target="_blank">2025 Social Impact Report</a>. At Gen, our mission is to create innovative and easy to-use technology solutions that help people grow, manage, and secure their digital and financial lives. Dual headquartered in Tempe, Arizona (USA) and Prague, Czech Republic, Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. There’s a new generation, and it’s not Gen X, Y, or Z. It’s Gen D: Generation Digital. Our family of consumer brands is rooted in providing financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations. Today, Gen empowers people to live their digital lives safely, privately, and confidently for generations to come. Gen brings award-winning products and services in cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.

The Company’s latest Social Impact Report demonstrates how it brings together the teams’ passions and technology to support people and communities, making the world a better, safer place. 

The Gen social impact strategy allows the Company to reach youth, families and educators with the digital education and training they need to navigate their digital lives. In addition to cultivating a culture of giving, the Company builds products that help protect the privacy and personal data of its customers and takes steps to help protect the planet. 

Some highlights from the 20251 report include:

<ul dir="ltr"><li role="presentation">Gen reached more than 5.4 million people through its digital education and training programs, up from 2.8 million in 2023.</li>
	<li role="presentation">67% of Gen employees participated in its volunteering and giving programs, far surpassing the Company’s expectations. </li>
	<li role="presentation">The Company contributed $4.5 million in charitable giving, including $1.87 million in product donations to more than 8,700 nonprofits.</li>
	<li role="presentation">Globally, 35% of the Gen global workforce and 40% of the Board of Directors self-identified as women.</li>
	<li role="presentation">Gen achieved a 12% reduction in total greenhouse gas emissions.</li>
	<li role="presentation">The Sustainable Home Improvement Program, an employee benefit providing cash incentives for home improvement projects that reduce environmental impacts, has helped employees complete more than 2,000 green home projects in 2025.</li>
</ul>Gen was recognized with numerous social impact awards in 2025, including Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. We were also listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI). Learn more about how Gen is protecting and empowering people in the digital world in its <a href="https://www.gendigital.com/us/en/social-impact/social-impact-report/" target="_blank">2025 Social Impact Report</a>.

About Gen

Gen (NASDAQ: GEN) is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. The Gen family of consumer brands is rooted in providing financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations. Today, Gen empowers people to live their digital lives safely, privately, and confidently for generations to come. Gen brings award-winning products and services in cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries. Learn more at <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4420619-1&amp;h=4078985280&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2FGenDigital.com&amp;a=GenDigital.com" target="_blank">GenDigital.com</a>.

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Media Contact <a href="mailto:press@gendigital.com" target="_blank">Audra Proctor</a> 
Gen

Leading With Purpose: Powering Digital Freedom. Gen Releases Its 2025 Social Impact Report.

<img alt="Group of people lined up on bicycles" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e5fbef97-210c-47f3-9799-a691d89c390b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-1_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="540" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/news/bike-for-future-empowering-the-next-generation-of-women-in-rwanda-through-sport" target="_blank">International Olympic Committee news</a>

With less than a month to go before the <a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/olympism365/summit-sport-for-a-better-world" target="_blank">Olympism365 Summit</a>, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is highlighting the role of sport in driving economic empowerment by shining a spotlight on Bike for Future, a project implemented by Plan International Rwanda with support from the IOC alongside other partners. Leveraging the economic opportunities offered by the bicycle industry, Bike for Future helps young women build transferable skills, and gain access to education, employment and entrepreneurship.

Bike for Future is part of the <a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/news/ioc-and-laureus-launch-innovative-collaboration-for-youth-education-and-employability-through-sport-in-africa" target="_blank">Sport, Education and Livelihoods in Africa</a> initiative, launched in January 2024 as a collective effort by the IOC, the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), Laureus Sport for Good and 28 local implementing organisations. Together, they are currently supporting 28 community sport for employability and livelihoods projects, reaching over 35,000 young people in 14 countries across Africa, aiming to drive youth education and employability in Africa through sport.
<img alt="&quot;With the support of the IOC, Bike For Future is using cycling to help young women gain access to education and employment in Rwanda&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="97ae0383-87a4-4e45-96fd-986189e4136c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-2_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />Bike for Future is giving young women access to life-changing vocational training. This includes supporting graduates from Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools studying traditionally male-dominated fields, such as welding, tailoring, bike mechanics and electrical work. Additionally, the programme provides startup toolkits, capital and financial literacy training to equip them with the skills and means to launch their own businesses.
<img alt="&quot;Bike For Future is giving young women access to vocational training and providing them with means to launch their own businesses&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="92e6417e-aaac-430d-b8b6-bec3c80d8f67" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-3_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />At the same time, Bike for Future is harnessing the power of practising sport. It has founded two cycling teams for adolescent girls and equipped them with bikes and all the essential gear they need for weekly practice sessions and participation in monthly Rwanda youth racing cups, organised by the Rwanda Cycling Federation.
<img alt="&quot;It has also founded two cycling teams for adolescent girls and equipped them with bikes and essential gear&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4f6ba6e4-edb6-4e38-a08f-d718417d297f" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-4_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />Breaking barriers and inspiring young girls

One young woman whose life has been changed by Bike for Future is Amina. A determined young cyclist, Amina dreamed of becoming a professional cyclist, but her family's financial situation made it difficult to afford a good racing bike. Despite this challenge, her passion never faded, and she was selected for the Bike for Future cycling team.
<img alt="&quot;Girls need spaces to showcase their potential. Winning challenging cycling competitions has made me stronger, more hardworking; and determined&quot; Amina, a beneficiary of the programme" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="973bb206-9ada-4fea-9d3a-f87917a94885" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-6_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />With access to professional training, a quality bicycle and mentorship, it quickly became evident that Amina possessed remarkable professionalism and talent. She secured second or third place in every race she took part in, catching the attention of cycling experts and national selectors, and she is aiming to represent Rwanda at the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026.
<img alt="&quot;Bike for Future is part of a sport for development initiative with AFD and Laureus Sport for Good that has already reached over 35,000 young people in 14 countries in Africa&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="526b2df7-f5a2-40f1-ba80-986432ddbf99" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-5_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />“Girls need spaces to showcase their potential. Winning challenging cycling competitions has made me stronger, more hardworking and determined,” said Amina. “I dream of representing my country in international competitions to inspire more girls to follow their dreams.”

Amina’s journey is more than just a personal success, it is a powerful example of how sport can transform lives and create advocacy opportunities for young girls. Through the Bike for Future project, Amina has broken barriers, challenged gender stereotypes, and inspired other girls to pursue their ambitions, regardless of the challenges they face.

From education to economic empowerment across the globe

One in four young people globally are not in education, employment or training – according to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. The success of Bike for Future – and Amina – is just one example of the IOC’s ongoing work to use sport to help drive youth education and employability.

Beyond Africa, thousands of young people across Latin America and the Caribbean are currently benefiting from IOC-led programmes, delivered under its <a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/olympism365" target="_blank">Olympism365 strategy</a>.

Other relevant initiatives include the <a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/news/campeonas-2-4-how-a-groundbreaking-football-project-is-creating-opportunities-for-girls-in-south-america" target="_blank">Campeonas 2.4</a> project in Paraguay, Chile and Argentina.

Campeonas 2.4 has reached over 400 girls, promoting their participation in football while providing education on gender equality, especially in indigenous and rural communities, covering three key areas: health education including sexual and reproductive rights, digital literacy with a focus on technology and AI, and vocational guidance, to build employability and entrepreneurial skills.
<img alt="A group riding bicycles down the street" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1cabbc60-514b-4f18-9990-bb78a5fde995" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-8_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="698" loading="lazy" />Olympism365: the IOC’s strategy to promote sustainable development

Showcasing the impactful collaboration between the sports movement, the social development sector and for-purpose businesses, initiatives like Bike for Future and Campeonas 2.4 build on the IOC’s Olympism365 strategy to strengthen the role of sport in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), launched as part of the Olympic Agenda 2020+5 reforms.
<img alt="&quot;This is only one of the 550+ projects supported by the IOC through its Olympism365 strategy that uses sport to advance the UN SDGs&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7fd1e8cb-f880-47ac-894f-57751c47dd3a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-7_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1280" loading="lazy" />These projects are just a few of more than 550 sport and community initiatives supported by the IOC, which will be celebrated at the <a href="https://www.olympics.com/ioc/olympism365/summit-sport-for-a-better-world" target="_blank">Olympism365 Summit: Sport for a Better World</a>, in the presence of representatives from both Bike for Future and Campeonas 2.4.

The invitation-only event, organised by the IOC will bring together representatives from the Olympic Movement, UN agencies, development and financing institutions, civil society and for-purpose business in Lausanne, Switzerland, from 3 to 5 June, to celebrate, champion and commit to mobilising sport as a force for good.
<img alt="&quot;Learn more by joining The Olympism365 Summit live on 3-5 June at ioc.org&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5ba9b921-49e4-4dd5-92e0-bf9f09ded6f0" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bike-for-Future-9_IOC_52325.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1240" loading="lazy" />

Bike for Future: Empowering the Next Generation of Women in Rwanda Through Sport

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Tree in a burning forest" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="623a7425-9620-4101-8fb8-f8bdbc3704c7" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/National-Forest-Week_International-Paper_060525.jpeg" width="640" height="960" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>A prescribed fire on Conecuh National Forest in Alabama – photo courtesy of The Longleaf Alliance</figcaption></figure>MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 10, 2025 /CSRwire/ - National Forest Week, held annually during the second week of June, raises awareness for the 193 million acres of National Forests across the United States and the benefits these landscapes provide. International Paper (IP) and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are highlighting how their <a href="https://www.nfwf.org/programs/forestland-stewards" target="_blank">Forestland Stewards</a> partnership and grants awarded through the <a href="https://www.nfwf.org/programs/longleaf-landscape-stewardship-fund" target="_blank">Longleaf Landscape Stewardship Fund</a> (LLSF) are supporting local partnerships to restore and revitalize longleaf pine ecosystems on and around national forests across the Southeast United States.

There are 17 national forests located within the historical longleaf pine range, which spans from southeast Virginia to east Texas. Many of these national forests are strongholds of longleaf pine forests and serve as important hubs around which partners are working to expand longleaf pine habitat. Coordinated partnerships involving federal agencies, private organizations, and nonprofits allow IP and NFWF to amplify conservation outcomes beyond what individual entities could achieve alone. 

Through an LLSF grant to The Nature Conservancy (TNC), NFWF and IP support prescribed burning capacity to assist the Chattahoochee National Forest. This partnership and additional capacity are a force multiplier, helping the national forest complete more burns than they would be able to accomplish alone in longleaf stands to improve wildlife habitat and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires. 

This unique area of montane longleaf lies along the southern edge of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and represents some of the northernmost and highest-elevation occurrences of longleaf pine. It’s also located only two hours from Atlanta and faces increasing development pressures as downtown continues to expand. 

The grant funding that NFWF and IP are providing helps expand the amount of prescribed burning on the Chattahoochee and provides flexibility for TNC to work on adjacent or nearby properties, creating a more connected and healthy longleaf forest ecosystem, which benefits wildlife.

“We recognize the strength in partnerships like those with NFWF and other dedicated partners, and how collaboration can make a substantial impact,” said Sophie Beckham, Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper. “Together, we’re effectively restoring longleaf pine ecosystems, supporting wildlife populations, and promoting healthier, more resilient forests for generations to come.” 

NFWF and IP have also provided funding through a grant to The Longleaf Alliance, which supports longleaf pine restoration and management within the Conecuh National Forest and surrounding partner lands in southern Alabama and northwest Florida. This funding will help expand prescribed burning and support recovery and management of at-risk species such as the red-cockaded woodpecker and gopher tortoise. 

With funding provided through a recent LLSF grant, The Longleaf Alliance is aiding the national forest with at least 20,000 acres of prescribed burning and the installation of artificial nest cavities for red-cockaded woodpeckers. These cavities are crucial to supporting the nesting requirements of this longleaf-dependent species, highlighting the importance of these combined efforts that benefit both wildlife and forest health. 

National Forest Week is a time to reflect on some of the incredible work done by uniting resources, but the dedication goes far beyond these seven days. NFWF and IP continue their efforts to enhance forests and make a lasting impact.

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About International Paper  
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting <a href="http://internationalpaper.com/" target="_blank">internationalpaper.com</a> 

About the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) works with partners to foster sustainable and impactful conservation solutions so that people and nature thrive together. Chartered by Congress in 1984, NFWF has grown to become the nation’s largest conservation foundation.  Since its founding, NFWF has supported more than 7,000 grantee organizations and funded over 23,300 projects that have generated a total conservation impact of $11.3 billion. Learn more at <a href="https://www.nfwf.org/" target="_blank">nfwf.org</a>.

National Forest Week: How International Paper Helps Restore Longleaf Ecosystems 

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f6a3107b-c662-48b0-beb8-6351d5c91f9a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Teva_2024_Healthy%20Future.png" width="640" height="1052" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Patient who is part of the Global Hope Program in Uganda</figcaption></figure>At Teva, we are all in for better health. Increasing access to quality medicines is fundamental to improving the health of patients and the success of our business. 

In order to achieve lasting impact, we have expanded a number of our access programs to go beyond the product by incorporating Health System Strengthening and Capacity Building efforts.

Capacity building is critical for ensuring sustainable and resilient healthcare systems, directly contributing to our mission of expanding access to care. To increase our positive impact beyond medicines, our health system strengthening and capacity-building initiatives expand healthcare professionals’ skill sets, increase treatment accessibility such as diagnosis and screening, improve community members’ health literacy and awareness and overall enhance local capacity to support the health needs of underserved populations. We take a holistic approach to health equity to address other social determinants of health, including financial, geographic, socioeconomic and cultural factors. We aim to increase the cumulative number of beneficiaries of our initiatives by 200% by 2026 (vs. cumulative 2022–2023 baseline). Many of our initiatives complement our Access to Medicines programs (<a href="https://www.tevapharm.com/globalassets/tevapharm-vision-files/teva-esg-progress-report-2024.pdf" target="_blank">see page 19 in the Healthy Future Report</a>).

Our main initiatives in 2024 to promote health system strengthening and capacity-building were:

<ul><li>Malawi, Uganda, Botswana, Tanzania and Rwanda – Pediatric oncology specialists are few and far between in Sub-Saharan Africa. We expanded our support for Global HOPE in 2024 through efforts specifically focused on strengthening local capacity, including training for nurses and medical officers, as well as nurse training scholarships. Beneficiaries in 2024 numbered 1,965 – including HCPs trained and resulting patients diagnosed. We are building sustainable healthcare capacity, ensuring that children receive timely and effective treatment.</li>
	<li>Ghana – A lack of breast care centers and trained healthcare practitioners, along with low awareness and high stigma, contribute to high breast cancer mortality rates in Ghana. Through our partnership with Breast Care International, we are addressing healthcare challenges that hinder early diagnosis and treatment, ensuring that patients receive the care they need. We are raising awareness on breast cancer and the importance of early diagnosis, increasing local capacity to increase breast cancer screening for women aged 18–60, and improving referral pathways. Beneficiaries in 2024 totaled 10,752, including patients and HCPs in rural Ghana.</li>
	<li>Chile – We organized an educational event focusing on mental health, the risks of self-medication and the importance of adhering to prescribed therapies, attracting 100 participants including healthcare professionals and community members. We conducted community training sessions in Cochamó and Río Puelo, collectively impacting around 5,100 residents.</li>
	<li>USA – From November 2023 to October 2024, our grant funding helped 34,916 beneficiaries (14,480 directly and 20,436 indirectly) in clinics supported by our Community Routes program. Over two years of funding, we have trained 2,800 community members, held 131 community events, expanded access to mental health services for 63,659 beneficiaries and conducted 24,617 patient screenings. Together with our partners Direct Relief and NAFC, in 2024 we published a report in collaboration with the grantees of our behavioral health program in local USA clinics and communities. <a href="https://www.tevausa.com/globalassets/tevapharm-vision-files/2024-direct_relief_teva_digital.pdf" target="_blank">Lessons Learned from Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care</a> highlights experiences and understandings relevant for broader underserved, bi-lingual/bi-cultural populations and patients with low health literacy. The report is a useful resource for social impact program policymakers, funders and safety-net providers.</li>
</ul>Support the Soul in Israel 
Following the brutal attacks of October 7, 2023 trauma took hold of the lives of Israelis, affecting citizens with post-traumatic stress disorder and related issues such as depression, anxiety, sleep disorders and addictions.

Israel needs more professional trauma therapists as the shortage hampers mental health support and recovery. Therapists are also experiencing burnout, as well as dealing with intense personal challenges.

Our Support The Soul program provides support via: training professional teams, creating safe spaces, innovative tools, and research. It is strengthening the infrastructure of resilience centers to provide safe spaces for therapy, increasing treatment facilities and making mental health services more accessible.

In collaboration with the Israel Trauma Coalition, our training courses in Israel in 2024 included 32 hours of instruction for 430 practitioners that benefited over 2,580 individuals in need.

Support the Soul will continue through 2025, aiming to train and supervise 750 professional therapists, support two resilience centers (benefiting 6,000 people directly), equip 2,000 first responders with resilience tools, and support 18 technology companies through a southern-based acceleration program.

To learn more, read the full <a href="https://www.tevapharm.com/globalassets/tevapharm-vision-files/teva-esg-progress-report-2024.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2024 Healthy Future Report</a>. 
Read the full <a href="https://www.tevapharm.com/globalassets/tevapharm-vision-files/teva-esg-progress-report-disclosures-2024.pdf" target="_blank">2024 Healthy Future Report Disclosures. </a>

Teva 2024 Healthy Future Report: Health System Strengthening and Capacity Building

<img alt="&quot;.&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e8b9a1c3-cb05-4fae-a563-5d0751985279" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Renewable-Energy_AllianceBernstein_060325_1.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="608" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://www.alliancebernstein.com/corporate/en/bio.xiaoyu-gu.html" target="_blank">Xiaoyu Gu</a>| Managing Director—AB CarVal <a href="https://www.alliancebernstein.com/corporate/en/bio.deanna-leighton.html" target="_blank">Deanna Leighton, CFA</a>| Lead Portfolio Manager—Insurance Portfolio Management <a href="https://www.alliancebernstein.com/corporate/en/bio.gerry-anderson.html" target="_blank">Gerry Anderson</a>| Insurance Solutions Specialist

Investment in clean energy infrastructure may tick a lot of boxes for life insurers.

Matching assets to long-term liabilities without compromising on return potential can be a challenge for insurers with long-duration liabilities. Investment in renewable energy infrastructure may provide a clever way to tackle that challenge. 
The opportunity set in this arena is expansive. Last year, the world invested almost twice as much in clean energy as it did in fossil fuels, according to the International Energy Agency. Financing is increasingly coming from private capital providers who are able to structure assets that can meet life insurers’ unique needs. 
These assets can come with investment-grade ratings from the major ratings agencies, which may increase relative attractiveness on a capital-adjusted yield and spread basis. And maturities in the 20-year range make them a good match for insurers with long-term liabilities. 
Other potential benefits include:

<ul><li>High Return Potential: Assets typically sit on the lowest rung of the investment-grade ratings ladder, which usually means larger spreads and enhanced return potential over similar quality long-term assets, including utility bonds and publicly traded government and corporate debt. Illiquidity premiums also enhance return potential.</li>
	<li>Diversification Benefits: Because these assets tend to have relatively low correlations with similar duration assets, they may offer an effective way to diversify insurers’ portfolios.</li>
	<li>Capital Efficiency: Certain renewable energy infrastructure—particularly in Europe—may warrant a substantial reduction in capital requirements.</li>
	<li>Muted Default History: Defaults on private infrastructure financing have been consistently lower than those on comparable public corporate bonds issued by nonfinancial companies (Display).</li>
</ul>Traditionally, banks have provided a healthy share of the financing for renewable energy infrastructure. But projects have grown larger as bank balance sheets have become more constrained, with private credit assuming a larger role. 
That’s good news for insurers, because private lenders can pool projects into investment portfolios that may help reduce single-asset risk. For example, a pooled portfolio might include community solar projects across multiple states, all contracted with utilities or other investment-grade offtakers. 
Private credit’s flexibility to structure assets in ways that meet insurers’ longer time horizons has also created a steadier source of capital for developers, who would otherwise be forced to rely on shorter-term bank financing. 
<img alt="Charts: Private Infrastructure Finance: A Strong Foundation" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="96304c4f-acef-41b4-8af9-5bcb75944efb" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Renewable-Energy_AllianceBernstein_060325_2.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="849" loading="lazy" />US Offers a Broader Opportunity Set

Today, we see the most attractive opportunities in the US—for both US and European insurers. Clean energy is the fastest growing—and least expensive—electricity source in the country, and the market’s sheer size opens up broader investment options. 
Renewable power is even more entrenched in Europe’s energy ecosystem, with solar and wind having overtaken fossil fuels, according to Ember, a think tank. But for now, few assets come with similarly insurance-friendly structures and investment-grade credit ratings.

The Tale of Tariffs: Assessing the Risks

US tariffs on a range of imports will affect energy infrastructure opportunities, particularly for projects being planned and waiting on imported equipment. But while China remains the largest single producer of solar panels, the widening of supply chains beyond China in recent years has blunted the impact of tariffs on new construction. 
More importantly, the low cost of solar energy in recent years has prompted developers to fast-track projects, creating a healthy inventory of operating plants not subject to tariffs. These are the projects that fit most comfortably into insurance portfolios. They come with investment-grade ratings and can be structured as long-term debt that helps insurers match assets to liabilities. 
Overall, we expect little effect on projects expected to come online in 2025, since equipment should already be in the country. Delays may pick up in 2026 from supply chain challenges. Potential changes to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that reduce or eliminate tax credits may also slow momentum. 
But we see these as short-term hiccups. Global energy demand is surging. In 2024, it rose by 2.2%, according to the IEA, a significant jump from the 1.3% annual average between 2013 and 2023. This adds up to trillions of dollars of investment per year on an annualized basis. Meeting that demand will require a healthy dose of renewable energy infrastructure, in our view. 

Weighing the Regulatory Considerations

When assessing the opportunity, non-US insurers will have to consider the higher cost of currency hedges when matching US-dollar assets against non-dollar liabilities. This will require reviewing the costs of FX forwards and over-the-counter cross country hedges and how currency volatility will affect those costs. 
Regulatory considerations will vary across regions, too. In Europe, insurers should carefully review the rating methodology used—whether internal or external. Also important: determining whether the underlying asset can be classed as “qualifying infrastructure,” which can reduce capital requirements.  Insurers that apply the matching adjustment mechanism will need to review any cash flow prepayment features to ensure compliance with all Matching Adjustment eligibility requirements. 
For US-based insurers, most of the opportunity set is rated BBB- and carries a NAIC rating of 2.C, and may be considered as a component of private placement allocations. 
Overall, though, we think these assets offer insurers with long liabilities an appealing opportunity to enhance returns on regulatory capital and diversification while reducing the risk of default. Tariffs have little impact on operating portfolios that are a good fit for insurance capital, and demand for power remains strong. We don’t expect that to change.

The views expressed herein do not constitute research, investment advice or trade recommendations, and do not necessarily represent the views of all AB portfolio-management teams, and are subject to change over time.

Learn more about AB’s approach to responsibility <a href="https://www.alliancebernstein.com/corporate/en/corporate-responsibility.html?syn:pan-emea:brand:3bl:eu942 " target="_blank">here</a>.

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<img alt="Getting a glass of water from the kitchen sink" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a778df77-d54a-40b7-b518-586b9a81f49b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Water_Veolia_61025.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="636" loading="lazy" /><ul><li>Town Council approves three-year partnership agreement to operate with professional specialists</li>
	<li>Jamestown Water Treatment Plant provides 350,000 gallons of water per day to nearly 1,600 homes and businesses</li>
</ul>JAMESTOWN, R.I., June 13, 2025 /CSRwire/ - Veolia North America, the leading provider of water services and environmental solutions in the U.S. and Canada, has entered a three-year agreement to operate the water treatment plant for the Town of Jamestown, Rhode Island, providing high standards of water quality and professional operation for nearly 1,600 homes and businesses in the coastal community.

Throughout the three-year contract, Veolia will provide a team of three certified, full-time professionals to operate Jamestown’s plant, alleviating a staffing shortage that has become a perennial concern throughout the water sector. Veolia will provide a full contingent of certified employees to operate and maintain the water treatment plant, working in conjunction with municipal personnel to provide environmental security for the town and its residents. Jamestown’s need for a deeper operational roster became apparent over a recent period when only one licensed individual was on hand to address the needs of the facility. In addition to dedicating Rhode Island-certified personnel specifically to operate the Jamestown Water Treatment Plant, Veolia has the ability to draw from its significant regional workforce to assist in meeting the facility’s ever-evolving needs.

Veolia will also provide opportunities for members of Jamestown’s current bargaining union to attend training for water treatment operator licensing and advanced certifications, in an effort to cultivate a stronger municipal workforce for the water treatment plant.

Upon mobilization in January of 2025, the Jamestown team and Veolia’s support personnel wasted no time implementing effective and noticeable improvements to the facility and to water quality. Veolia’s site leadership immediately identified a below-ground pump vault used for reading meters that was not appropriately structured for employees to enter it safely. In line with Veolia’s non-negotiable emphasis on operational safety, site leaders installed electronic systems to take the required readings, then built a small structure with lights, handrails and rehabilitated stairs to reduce slip hazards and fall risks. Similar improvements to the plant’s operating systems have resulted in immediate support for Jamestown’s water quality.

John Oatley, Regional Vice President for Veolia said: “We are excited to work with the Town of Jamestown and provide the support this community deserves for the protection of both public and environmental health. Our team throughout Rhode Island and across New England has demonstrated efficiency, dedication and operational excellence. We look forward to bringing that to Jamestown and maintaining this unique area’s remarkable quality of life.”

Edward Mello, Jamestown Town Administrator said: “The delivery of high-quality, safe drinking water to our residents is a paramount function of our local government services. Jamestown, like many communities, has struggled to recruit and retain qualified staff members in all areas of the services we provide. This partnership allows us the stability needed to continue this high-value service.”

Veolia has a long-established reputation for high-quality operation of water and wastewater systems across southeastern New England, including facilities in Pawtucket and Woonsocket in Rhode Island, New London in Connecticut, Westborough in Massachusetts, and more. Veolia’s service to the region exemplifies its global GreenUp strategy, striving to lead the ecological transformation of the planet by accelerating water quality improvement, hazardous waste treatment and disposal, decarbonization and technological innovation.

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ABOUT VEOLIA NORTH AMERICA

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. <a href="https://www.veolianorthamerica.com?utm_source=3BL" target="_blank">www.veolianorthamerica.com</a>

ABOUT VEOLIA GROUP

Veolia Group aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Present on five continents with 215,000 employees, the Group designs and deploys useful, practical solutions for the management of water, waste and energy that are contributing to a radical turnaround of the current situation. Through its three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them. In 2024, the Veolia group provided 111 million inhabitants with drinking water and 98 million with sanitation, produced 42 million megawatt hours of energy and treated 65 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 44.7 billion euros in 2024.  <a href="https://www.veolia.com/?utm_source=3BL" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.veolia.com</a>

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CONTACT VEOLIA NORTH AMERICA Christopher Halleron Manager, Communications &amp; Community Relations 
201-892-8043 <a href="mailto:christopher.halleron@veolia.com" target="_blank" title="christopher.halleron@veolia.com">christopher.halleron@veolia.com</a>

Veolia North America, the leading provider of water services and environmental solutions in the U.S. and Canada, has entered a three-year agreement to operate the water treatment plant for the Town of Jamestown, Rhode Island.

Veolia Partners With Jamestown, Rhode Island To Provide High-Quality Water Service

Every year, our PSEG Foundation’s Neighborhood Partners Program not only funds vital programs but also amplifies the work of nonprofits that are transforming communities. 

<img alt="laptop" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="86065f78-d2c6-462c-933a-f151d54c3790" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Snapdragon_Qualcomm_060225_1.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="611" loading="lazy" />Written by Brent Summers 
Reviewed by Craig Tellalian

IT decision-makers are under constant pressure to optimize costs without compromising on service, performance or experience. A <a href="https://tools.totaleconomicimpact.com/go/microsoft/Windows11Devices/index.html?lang=en-us" target="_blank">December 2022 study by Forrester</a> concluded that an organization with 2,000 employees refreshing on a four-year cycle would see a 250% return on investment (ROI) from adopting Windows 11.1 Compared to competitors, PCs powered by Snapdragon X Series processors offer additional value such as improved performance2 and extended battery life3 while also enhancing the user experience with on-device AI features.

Unpacking the ROI of Windows 11

Measuring Total Economic Impact requires several assumptions. The benefits described here are backed up by primary research and four case studies included in the report from Forrester.

<ul><li>Improved Security: Reduces the risk of successful security attacks by 20%1 through TPM 2.0 chips, Secure Boot, BitLocker drive encryption and smoother integration with third-party security solutions. Features like virtualization-based security (VBS) and hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI) further enhance security and performance.</li>
	<li>IT Management Efficiency: Increases time efficiency for device deployment and provisioning by 25%, security team efficiency by 20%, and reduces help desk requests related to OS and device issues by 40% in Year 1, 70% in Year 2 and 90% in Year 3.1 Migrating to Windows 11 also affords an opportunity to retire software with duplicative capabilities or features (like remote logins) that are baked into the new operating system.</li>
	<li>End-User Productivity: End-users are 15% more productive with Windows 11 devices,1 benefiting from enhanced hardware like better cameras and microphones, and support for the latest Wi-Fi standards. The battery life benefits of Snapdragon processors can take this to a whole new level.</li>
</ul>How Snapdragon technology enhances the Windows 11 experience

Every PC powered by Snapdragon X Series processors ships with Windows 11 — the latest operating system from Microsoft. These PCs are built with a focus on hardware, firmware and software security, integrating multiple layers of protection so that the system remains secure from the moment it boots up.

Snapdragon's power management and performance provide a seamless and reliable user experience, making it an excellent choice for most business users.
<img alt="&quot;.&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c640c1fa-9677-4087-8dba-4ddf46bd13aa" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Snapdragon_Qualcomm_060225_2.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="611" loading="lazy" />Energy efficiency reduces power draw

Energy efficiency is a critical factor for enterprises striving to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Snapdragon chips are designed to consume less power, making them an ideal choice for cost-conscious IT teams.

Snapdragon X Elite matches competitor single-threaded CPU performance at 70% less power, while Snapdragon X Plus matches competitor multi-threaded CPU performance at 54% less power.2

Better battery life extends useful life of PCs

In mobile work environments where employees need to stay productive on the go, performance and battery life are the top two drivers of satisfaction.4 Snapdragon processors enhance battery life by efficiently managing power consumption. With highly optimized CPU, GPU and NPU engines working together, power is designated where and when needed. The result is an extension of battery life up to multiple days on a single charge:

<ul><li>Over 2 times longer battery life on Teams calls5</li>
	<li>58% longer battery life for web browsing5</li>
	<li>40% longer battery life for Office 365 apps5</li>
	<li>Up to 22 hours of battery life3</li>
</ul><img alt="Chart showing power consumption" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d503b4b8-60b6-412c-ab1a-b4523a84775c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Snapdragon_Qualcomm_060225_3.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="328" loading="lazy" />Battery Cycle Count: Battery cycle count refers to the number of times a battery can be charged and discharged before it starts to degrade. Snapdragon’s advanced power management technology also enables your devices to remain reliable and efficient for a longer time. This leads to cost savings from less frequent device replacements.

Bonus Tip: To get the most out of your lithium-ion batteries, charge them to 80% instead of 100%. This practice can help extend the battery’s lifespan and maintain its performance over time.

Devices built with sufficient RAM and compute last longer

Modern software is incorporating more AI which requires more powerful components. That is why Microsoft requires that all Copilot+ PCs offer a minimum of 16GB of RAM, 40 NPU TOPS and 256GB of storage. Every PC powered by Snapdragon X Series meets or exceeds all these specs making it ideal for demanding enterprise applications.

Longevity Benefits: Quality components contribute to the extended lifespan of PCs powered by Snapdragon by reducing the strain on the device’s hardware and preventing premature wear and tear.

On-device AI Experiences: Popular software applications are being rewritten to take advantage of new hardware features like the NPU. Adobe, Zoom, Teams, Blender, Cephable and Visual Studio Code, are just a few of the <a href="https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/laptops-and-tablets/npu-powered-ai-experiences" target="_blank">ISVs that have shipped features that run on-device</a>, offering the user an enhanced experience. These experiences won’t be available to equipment with insufficient memory.

Additional Cost Savings

Improved Productivity: <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-index/copilots-earliest-users-teach-us-about-generative-ai-at-work?msockid=3aea903de3936b1c36f28582e27d6aca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">According to Microsoft</a>, 70% of Microsoft 365 Copilot users said they were more productive. A <a href="https://arxiv.org/pdf/2302.06590" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">controlled experiment</a> further reinforces this — developers with access to GitHub Copilot’s pair programmer an assignment 55.8% faster than the control group.

Reduced Downtime: Using a PC with significantly longer battery life means employees can stay productive throughout the full workday without stopping to charge. Fewer interruptions let workers find their flow.

Performance Unplugged: If your laptops are powered by traditional processors, then your workforce’s productivity is also being impacted by reduced performance. Laptops powered by Snapdragon are up to 90% faster than other processors when unplugged from the wall.6

Environmental Impact: By extending the useful life of your devices, you can prolong the rate of replacement and help reduce e-waste from your internal operations in particular, if the replaced devices are being properly disposed of and recycled. This may not only contribute towards your company’s environmental goals, but it may also enhance your organization’s reputation as a responsible and forward-thinking company.

Wrapping up

Forrester helped make the case that Windows 11 has a 250% ROI1 because of enhanced security, improved IT management features, and increased end-user productivity. Snapdragon technologies can further improve ROI by reducing energy consumption, extending battery life and device and enhancing the user experience.

You can save your organization money by equipping your employees Snapdragon technology. Are you ready to explore your organization's use cases?

<a href="https://www.qualcomm.com/support/contact/forms/snapdragon-compute-contact-sales" target="_blank">Get in touch</a>

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References: 

1: Forrester. (December 2022). The Total Economic Impact™ Of Windows 11 Pro Devices. Retrieved on April 4, 2025 from <a href="https://tools.totaleconomicimpact.com/go/microsoft/Windows11Devices/index.html?lang=en-us" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tools.totaleconomicimpact.com/go/microsoft/Windows11Devices/index.html?lang=en-us</a>.

2. CPU Performance is based on Geekbench v6.2 Multi-Thread on Windows 11 OS run in March 2024. Snapdragon X Elite was tested using a Qualcomm reference design on Windows 11 OS. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (16 core) was tested using an Asus Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405) laptop, on Windows 11. Maximum performance reflected by Intel Core Ultra 7 155H represents maximum achievable results in given platforms under unconstrained PL1/PL2 settings and no thermal limitations. Power and performance comparison reflects results based on measurements and hardware instrumentation of given devices.

3. Battery life varies significantly with device, settings, usage, and other factors.

4. Snapdragon X Elite was tested using a Qualcomm reference design on Windows 11 OS. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (16 core) was tested using an Asus Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405) laptop on Windows 11. Power and performance comparison reflects results based on measurements and hardware instrumentation of given devices.

5. Qualcomm Consumer Compute Research, 2Q2023.

6. CPU Performance is based on Geekbench v6.2 Single-Core on Windows 11 OS run in October 2024. Snapdragon X Elite (XIE-80-100) was tested using a Dell XPS 13 (9345) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Optimized” in Dell Power Manager. Intel Core Ultra 7 256V was tested using a Dell XPS 13 (9350) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Standard mode” in Windows and “Optimized” in Dell Power Manager. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 was tested using an ASUS VivoBook S14 (M5406WA) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Standard mode” in MyASUS. Power and performance comparison reflects results based on measurements and hardware instrumentation of given devices. Battery life varies significantly with device, settings, usage, and other factors.

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Forrester and Total Economic Impact are trademarks of Forrester Research, Inc.z Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

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