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In 2024, <a href="https://eco-act.org/" target="_blank">Environmental Community Action, Inc. (ECO-Action)</a> received a two-year<a href="https://www.drawdownga.org/grants-announced/?page=1&amp;category=58" target="_blank"> Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions and Equity Grant</a> to engage community members from low-income, previously disinvested communities in Atlanta to access and participate in climate mitigation strategies to reduce energy burdens, optimize food waste diversion strategies and enhance their quality of life with ecological awareness, education and benefits.&nbsp;

Over the past two years, the grant has enabled ECO-Action to collaborate with residents and leaders in Peoplestown (South Atlanta), Intrenchment Creek (Southeast Atlanta) and Proctor Creek (Northwest Atlanta) to offer monthly community-wide training on issues where climate change and health intersect.
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They've partnered with community garden leaders to collect food scraps and establish free neighborhood-based composting programs in multiple neighborhoods across Atlanta. They've trained young adults and other community members on weatherization techniques to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy burdens in aging housing stock, and they've educated residents on issues and vulnerabilities at the intersection of climate and environmental justice.

Through monthly gatherings in their own communities, ECO-Action is empowering Atlanta residents to recognize issues and take action. Some of the activities residents have engaged in include planting trees where urban deforestation has occurred, reducing food waste sent to area landfills, and gaining insight into mitigating heat island effects.

A multigenerational approach has been successful for the ECO-Action team as they've trained young adults from the local communities to weatherize the homes of seniors and others in the community that they might not otherwise interact with. They're not just sharing knowledge and improved thermal comfort; they're forging lasting relationships.
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The ECO-Action staff and volunteers recently took funders on a tour of multiple locations in their targeted neighborhoods, exemplifying the grant in action. Some examples included:

Grove Park Community Gardens - This garden included raised beds and fruit trees maintained by community members. The site is equipped with a shed, gardening tools and a central compost collection area where residents can take their food scraps. They’re reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing feedstock for compost that is processed locally at Truly Living Well Center for Natural Urban Agriculture. Finished compost is provided back to the community garden and to highly engaged residents who regularly contribute their kitchen scraps.

Parather-Williams Home in Collier Heights - Ms. Catherine Parather-Williams is a member of the ECO-Action Weatherization Team, and she participates in the household composting program. She has also been the recipient of some weatherization work at her own home. Weatherization interns demonstrated the weatherization upgrades that were made there, sealing cracks and ductwork, installing new dryer vents, replacing filters, and adding insulation.

When asked if she noticed a difference, Ms. Parather-Williams said, “I sleep a lot better at night, it’s more comfortable.” The compost she receives from ECO-Action is used in her front porch container garden where she grows peppers, collards, tomatoes, okra, and herbs.

Rick McDevitt Youth Center in Peoplestown - This is the hub for composting efforts in the neighborhoods of the Intrenchment Creek Watershed, and a portion of the grant was used to make weatherization upgrades to the Center.

The funders had a chance to hear from Donna Stephens, program manager for the Proctor Creek neighborhoods. Ms. Stephens reported that the Proctor Creek team continues to run educational sessions on composting, as well as supporting a cohort of youth ambassadors to recruit community members to participate in the weatherization and composting programs. Between March and August of 2025, neighbors in the Proctor Creek Watershed collected roughly 1,500 lbs of compostable materials.
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George Epps, program manager for the Drawdown Georgia efforts in the Peoplestown and Intrenchment Creek neighborhoods also reported great success with the program. Mr. Epps is responsible for picking-up the food scraps at a central point, delivering them to Truly Living Well, and redistributing the collection buckets. Between March and August, Intrenchment Creek residents collected roughly 4,500 lbs of compostable materials, thereby diverting them from landfill, and helping avert the associated methane emissions.&nbsp;

Neighbors in the Intrenchment Creek community are also focused on developing intergenerational learning via spring and fall break workshops on weatherization, composting, and urban gardening. The community has also partnered with Pike Nurseries and Trees Atlanta to plant fruit trees in the Peoplestown and the Intrenchment Creek watershed to help address heat island effects from previous urban deforestation.&nbsp;
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The weatherization interns presented on their ongoing work after the tour. They participated in training at <a href="http://www.southface.org" target="_blank">Southface Institute</a>, learning how to patch and apply mastic and foam to seal gaps, and how to safely construct scaffolding in attics to support insulation work. The Rick McDevitt Youth Center, Little Five Points Community Center, and 12 residents’ homes received a variety of weatherization improvements during the summer.

About the Funders:&nbsp;

ECO-Action’s 2024-25 Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions &amp; Equity Grant was supported by a funding cohort that included Atticus Fund, the R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation and its Dobbs Fund, Ghanta Family Foundation, The Ray C. Anderson Foundation, Reilly Family Fund, Tull Charitable Foundation and The Wilbur &amp; Hilda Glenn Family Foundation.

About ECO-Action:

Environmental Community Action, Inc. (ECO-Action) helps communities organize to confront environmental health threats, and to strengthen &amp; facilitate participation of communities in preventing and resolving such threats. ECO-Action serves the general population, with special focus on assisting residents of vulnerable communities – most often rural residents, people with limited formal education, those with few resources, women, and people of color. &nbsp;ECO-Action’s work is based on the intersection of three things – threats to human health, environmental degradation and social injustice.

ECO-Action Is Reducing Energy Burdens and Optimizing Food Waste Diversion in Atlanta

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By Jason Hartke, Ph.D.

With over a decade of experience in the smart buildings industry, Kashif Mughees, who leads commercial and partnerships at <a href="https://www.wellstat.io/" target="_blank">WellStat</a>, has built a career on turning complex energy and environmental challenges into opportunities for organizations to embrace solutions that yield powerful economic benefits. An engineer by training, Kashif’s work stands at the intersection of technology, data and human impact, partnering with leaders from across the public and private sectors to apply innovative solutions that advance energy security, environmental performance and healthier indoor spaces.

At its core, WellStat is helping reshape what it means to manage building performance, leveraging intelligent energy solutions and building analytics to help businesses achieve healthier, smarter and more sustainable spaces. The company’s approach combines industry knowledge with real-time insights and IoT analytics, improving operational performance while helping organizations optimize for health.

Kashif has been at the heart of this work, driven by a passion for sustainable energy management, cross-sector collaboration, and data-driven innovation. We sat down with him to learn more about the work WellStat is leading and how the company is addressing today’s most pressing challenges and empowering market leaders to champion health, sustainability, and long-term business resilience.
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Q: How do you see the relationship between energy efficiency and indoor air quality evolving and what kind of synergies should the industry be driving to advance both? 
For too long, energy efficiency and indoor air quality have been treated as trade-offs: save energy or improve comfort. Today, we have the tools and intelligence to achieve both.

In my experience, fine-tuning building systems through real-time insights can reduce waste and maintain healthy air at the same time. For example, in one project, simply adjusting HVAC start times cut energy use without affecting comfort. In another, tracking indoor air quality helped uncover efficiencies that, once fixed, improved both ventilation and performance. Demand Control Ventilation is a great example of this synergy in action, using live occupancy and air quality data to optimize airflow, reduce energy consumption, and maintain healthier environments.

It’s important to stop treating health and efficiency as separate goals and start measuring how they work together to improve overall building performance.
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Q: From your perspective, what is the business case for investing in buildings that prioritize health, well-being and sustainability? How do you communicate that to organizations you work with? 
The value is clear. Healthier buildings are higher performing assets. They attract and retain talent, reduce operational risk and strengthen long-term value.

I often say, if you can measure it, you can prove it, and if you can prove it, you can scale it. That is where data comes in. When leaders see tangible results such as improved air quality, reduced energy costs and greater occupant satisfaction, the conversation shifts from compliance to commercial advantage.

Even in residential developments, we are seeing growing interest in WELL-aligned design and monitoring. Healthier air, balanced humidity and thermal comfort reduce risks associated with damp and mould, while improving overall indoor quality and occupant well-being. These improvements do not just make homes healthier; they protect asset value, reduce maintenance costs and strengthen community trust.

Ultimately, prioritizing health delivers value for occupants while supporting long-term financial performance.

Q: Many organizations face difficulties in implementing these building strategies, such as cost constraints or new technology adoption. What are some of the biggest challenges you see in the field today and how are you working with stakeholders to overcome them? 
The challenge is usually not the technology. It’s getting different teams aligned. Facilities, sustainability and finance teams often have different success metrics. Our job is to connect those dots through shared outcomes.

We typically start small with a pilot project that proves measurable impact. Once the data speaks for itself, adoption accelerates across the portfolio. For example, demonstrating how small operational changes can lead to both lower energy costs and better IAQ helps shift the mindset from “new cost” to “new value.”

By focusing on visibility, evidence and shared success metrics, we help organisations move from good intentions to scalable results.

Q: As the demand for healthy buildings continues to grow, how is WellStat helping demonstrate the value proposition and where do you see the strongest market drivers helping build momentum? 
WellStat is helping organisations quantify what matters most, the measurable link between healthier spaces, operational performance and financial outcomes.

Our analytics platform captures real-time data on air quality, energy and environmental performance, turning it into clear, actionable insights. That enables leaders to demonstrate, not just declare, that their spaces are healthier and more efficient.

Momentum is building across sectors:

• Corporate real estate leaders are investing to attract and retain talent. 
• Developers and owners see WELL as a differentiator in competitive markets. 
• Investors are demanding transparency and data-backed proof of impact.

We are moving into an era where sustainability, health and performance are one conversation, and the organisations that understand that will lead the market.

View original content <a href="https://resources.wellcertified.com/articles/iwbi-signature-interview-series-leveraging-analytics-to-propel-healthy-building-practices/" target="_blank">here</a>.

IWBI Signature Interview Series: Leveraging Analytics to Propel Healthy Building Practices

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<a href="https://www.path.org/" target="_blank">PATH</a> has launched a groundbreaking initiative to address the rising burden of hemoglobinopathies—particularly Thalassemia—in India, with the support of a grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation (BMS Foundation). The program aims to strengthen local health systems and expand access to early screening, diagnosis, and treatment in high-prevalence areas.

India accounts for <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37947120/#:~:text=The%20thalassemic%20burden%20in%20India,the%20global%20%CE%B2%2Dthalassemia%20burden" target="_blank">nearly 25%</a> of the global β-thalassemia burden, with an estimated 10,000–15,000 children born each year with Thalassemia Major. Despite this, access to quality care remains limited, and treatment pathways are often fragmented.

This initiative marks among the BMS Foundation’s first grants in India to increase access to screening and build capacity to tackle the life-threatening burden of hemoglobinopathies.

The program will be implemented in the states of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, with a focus on:

Strengthening screening and prevention: Focusing on high-prevalence districts and prioritizing key population groups such as pregnant women, newborns, and families with known genetic risk factors.

Capacity-building and training: Equipping frontline health workers to deliver timely, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive care.

Coordinated care systems: Ensuring linkage to management services, including safe blood transfusion services, iron chelation therapy, and bone marrow transplant facilities, where appropriate.

Strengthening the Centre for Competence (CoC): Enhancing the ambit of existing CoCs for Sickle Cell Disease established by the Government of India under NSCAEM to serve as hubs of excellence for Thalassemia care.

Policy integration and innovation: Supporting alignment of national and state-level actions on integrated Thalassemia management with global guidelines and local realities to inform future efforts to scale up integrated interventions.

“This project is expected to directly impact the population across the states of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh,” said Neeraj Jain, Country Director, India, PATH. “The project’s goal is to impact over 1.8 million pregnant women, newborns, and families of affected individuals, who will receive integrated screening services during the project period. Enhanced capacity of health care providers and access to better treatment will help improve the quality of life for all individuals diagnosed with Thalassemia.”

Catharine Grimes, President of the BMS Foundation, added, “The BMS Foundation is proud to work with PATH on these critical efforts to close gaps in Thalassemia care in India. Across our global work to address pediatric blood disorders, we are committed to removing barriers and strengthening sustainable systems of care. By implementing evidence-based strategies tailored to local community needs, we aim to deliver a scalable, lasting impact.”

Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation Awards Grant to PATH to Improve Care for Inherited Blood Disorders in India

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MCKINNEY, Texas, October 17, 2025&nbsp;/CSRwire/ - Community Garden Kitchen, a nonprofit founded to combat food insecurity in Collin County, is celebrating a major sustainability milestone with a new 34-kilowatt solar array and 20 kWh battery storage system, courtesy of a $118,000 grant from the Green Mountain Energy Sun Club®.

The solar array will support 65% of the restaurant’s energy needs, while the battery storage will maintain food production during weather emergencies or grid disruptions, allowing the nonprofit to remain operational. Energy savings from the sustainability grant are equivalent to serving more than 9,350 additional meals annually, or 180 additional dinners per week.
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In 2014, Community Garden Kitchen launched with the vision of a restaurant-style kitchen where guests can dine with dignity in a friendly environment. In 2022, a permanent home for the nonprofit was opened in McKinney, where the restaurant operates Monday through Thursday evenings with over 900 volunteers. Community Garden Kitchen is the only facility in Collin County open for dinner to meet the needs of those experiencing food insecurity. Last year alone, the kitchen served more than 40,000 free meals.

“We are incredibly grateful for this partnership and $118,000 sustainability grant from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club,” said Angela Poen, president, Community Garden Kitchen. “The energy savings from the solar array and battery storage will empower us to further our mission of serving nutritious meals and providing a safe space for our community.”

“We’re thrilled to join forces with Community Garden Kitchen to reduce their environmental footprint and, at the same time, help expand their capacity to serve nutritious meals for those in need,” said Andrea Ortega-Toledano, senior director of sustainability, Green Mountain Energy. “By empowering our community with the principles of sustainability, we can ensure future generations remain committed to nurturing our planet.”

Green Mountain Energy’s mission is to inspire hope and motivate action through the use of clean energy, and to advance sustainable communities through Sun Club. Since its founding in 2002, Sun Club has donated more than $15 million for 174 projects across Texas and the Northeast. Green Mountain Energy invites its customers and employees to contribute and help support more projects that promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental stewardship.

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About Green Mountain Energy Sun Club

Green Mountain Energy’s mission is to inspire hope and motivate action through the use of clean energy, and to advance sustainable communities through the work of Green Mountain Energy Sun Club. Since its founding in 2002, Sun Club has donated more than $16 million for 174 projects across Texas and the Northeast. Sun Club collaborates with nonprofit organizations on projects that focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental stewardship. To learn more about Green Mountain Energy and Sun Club or to apply for a Sun Club grant, visit <a href="https://www.greenmountainenergy.com/en/sun-club" target="_blank">greenmountain.com/sunclub</a>.

Media Contact: 
Jeanie Davey, Green Mountain Energy 
445-544-1670 
<a href="mailto:Jeanie.davey@greenmountain.com" target="_blank">Jeanie.davey@greenmountain.com</a>

Angela Poen, Community Garden Kitchen 
214-842-8426 
<a href="mailto:directors@communitygardenkitchen.org" target="_blank">directors@communitygardenkitchen.org</a>

Community Garden Kitchen Goes Solar, Thanks to a $118,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Grant

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<a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/sustainability/key-takeaways-nycw-2025?utm_campaign=CPE-25-10-14-Blog-Key-Takeaways-from-Climate-Week-NYC-2025&amp;utm_medium=ContentSyndication&amp;utm_source=3BLMedia" target="_blank">Nasdaq</a>

This year’s <a href="https://www.climateweeknyc.org/" target="_blank">Climate Week NYC</a> events centered on the theme “Power On,” highlighting progress across climate, finance, technology, and more. As the days unfolded, the discussions moved from the strategic significance of sustainability to practical approaches and insights that can help organizations manage complexity and foster resilience.

Through participation in the week’s events, the Nasdaq team tuned in as leaders further explored the evolving role of technology and the importance of aligning sustainability and finance teams to create enduring value, and how an impactful sustainability strategy is designed to address the intricate climate landscape. The following key takeaways illustrate these principles and how they can be put into action:

1. Sustainability is a Strategic Imperative for Investors and CFOs

Sustainability is no longer a “nice to have,” it’s a core expectation from investors. CFOs are now deeply involved in both sustainability education and reporting, reflecting the growing demand for transparency and measurable impact across stakeholders. The week’s activity highlighted that resilience in the sustainability landscape isn’t going anywhere, and organizations must be prepared to adapt and thrive amid constant changes.

2. Approach Sustainability with Simplicity Over Complexity

While the world is becoming more complex, organizations should resist the urge to respond with more complicated processes. A successful sustainability strategy is often principle-based, seeking modern, innovative solutions that offer simplicity and reduce unnecessary complexity. For example, Nasdaq’s sustainability vision is built on three pillars: capital access and innovation, disclosure and transparency, and market infrastructure solutions. This vision is underpinned by a commitment to long-term, actionable initiatives and the belief that adaptability and partnership are essential in a dynamic sustainability ecosystem.

3. Alignment Between Sustainability and Finance Can Help Yield High Returns

Securing buy-in for sustainability initiatives can be challenging. It is important to nurture alignment between sustainability and finance teams, starting at the leadership level. Synergy between these business functions is crucial not only for maximizing tax incentives, but also for ensuring that investments in sustainability yield high returns. In the long term, better sustainability practices help drive growth, improve efficiency, and reduce costs, freeing up capital for further investment.

4. The Power of Networks and Collaboration

Leaders shared that involvement in leadership networks helps provide unique opportunities for peer learning and collaboration, all in the effort to advance sustainability goals. Organizations should consider prioritizing collaboration, adaptability, and a forward-looking mindset to build resilience amid complexity.

Driving Lasting Value Through Sustainability and Innovation

Ultimately, sustainability should be a strategic priority for corporate leaders and investors alike. Success in this space requires not just robust reporting, but also a culture of innovation, strong alignment between sustainability and finance, and a relentless focus on resilience. As the sustainability and climate landscape continues to evolve, <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/sustainability/report?utm_campaign=CPE-25-10-14-Blog-Key-Takeaways-from-Climate-Week-NYC-2025&amp;utm_medium=ContentSyndication&amp;utm_source=3BLMedia" target="_blank">Nasdaq’s approach</a> offers a blueprint for organizations seeking to turn complexity into opportunity and drive lasting value.

Nasdaq’s Sustainability Technology, Innovation, and Resilience

<a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/sustainability/how-sustainable-company-leaders-leverage-nasdaq-sustainability-solutions?utm_campaign=CPE-25-10-14-Blog-Key-Takeaways-from-Climate-Week-NYC-2025&amp;utm_medium=ContentSyndication&amp;utm_source=3BLMedia" target="_blank">Technology and innovation</a> are at the heart of Nasdaq’s sustainability journey. We are leveraging AI and cloud solutions to drive efficiency, productivity, and resilience. In addition to in-house innovation efforts, we are focused on building scalable solutions that can adapt to regulatory and market changes to best support its clients. By fostering inclusive growth through innovation and collaboration, Nasdaq and its clients are well positioned to create enduring value, no matter how the landscape shifts.

Moreover, <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/solutions/sustainability?utm_campaign=CPE-25-10-14-Blog-Key-Takeaways-from-Climate-Week-NYC-2025&amp;utm_medium=ContentSyndication&amp;utm_source=3BLMedia" target="_blank">Nasdaq Sustainability Solutions</a> empowers organizations to address evolving regulatory demands, unlock investor capital, and accelerate decarbonization with best-in-class technology and trusted advisory expertise. Our tools simplify reporting, enhance data quality, and help teams focus on delivering measurable sustainability outcomes. To learn how we can support your organization throughout its sustainability journey, <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/solutions/sustainability#contact?utm_campaign=CPE-25-10-14-Blog-Key-Takeaways-from-Climate-Week-NYC-2025&amp;utm_medium=ContentSyndication&amp;utm_source=3BLMedia" target="_blank">contact us here</a>.

Key Takeaways From Climate Week NYC 2025

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October 15, 2025&nbsp;/CSRwire/ - The UK is setting a global benchmark in sustainability, driven by businesses that increasingly recognise the competitive, reputational, and financial advantages of sustainable practices. However, progress is uneven across sectors, as each industry faces distinct environmental, social, and governance challenges shaped by differing operational, regulatory, and market priorities. Recognising these differences is crucial to developing targeted strategies, prioritising actions, and implementing practices that deliver measurable sustainability outcomes.

To support businesses in strengthening competitiveness and resilience, the UN Global Compact Network UK, in collaboration with University College London, Newcastle University, and Euromonitor, has launched the report ‘<a href="https://www.unglobalcompact.org.uk/trailblazers-transformers-uk-business-sectors-redefining-sustainability/" target="_blank">Trailblazers &amp; Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability</a>’, examining how six high-impact sectors in the UK are performing against the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Drawing on rigorous data and market insights, the report identifies sector-specific challenges, benchmarks performance, and presents actionable recommendations to support effective sustainability strategies.

<a href="https://www.unglobalcompact.org.uk/trailblazers-transformers-uk-business-sectors-redefining-sustainability/" target="_blank">DOWNLOAD THE REPORT</a>

You can now download the full report to:

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	<li>Gain in-depth analysis of UK business progress on the SDGs;</li>
	<li>Access sector-specific insights to strengthen ESG performance and support the integration of sustainability into strategy and operations;</li>
	<li>Understand cross-sector trends highlighting shared barriers, leadership gaps, and opportunities for collaboration and innovation;</li>
	<li>Inform your company’s sustainability strategy with evidence-based findings and global benchmark comparisons;</li>
	<li>Leverage data-driven insights from UN Global Compact Communication on Progress (CoP) data, World Benchmarking Alliance benchmarks, policy context, and market trends to guide decision-making; and</li>
	<li>Explore policy priorities that can shape the enabling environment to help businesses operate responsibly, compete globally, and unlock sustainable investment at scale.</li>
</ul>

You can find more information about the report&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unglobalcompact.org.uk/trailblazers-transformers-uk-business-sectors-redefining-sustainability/" target="_blank">here</a>, and please share it with your networks.

Media Contact: 
Lily Venables 
Senior Project Manager (Governance and SDGs) 
<a href="mailto:lily.venables@unglobalcompact.org.uk" target="_blank">lily.venables@unglobalcompact.org.uk</a>

<a href="https://www.unglobalcompact.org.uk/trailblazers-transformers-uk-business-sectors-redefining-sustainability/" target="_blank">Read More</a>

New UN Global Compact Network UK Report Launch - Trailblazers & Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability

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No one should have to choose between keeping the lights on and paying for food or medicine. &nbsp;However, we understand that many of our older adult customers and customers with disabilities live on low or fixed incomes. Through Entergy’s The Power to Care program, employees and generous customers throughout our service territory help provide emergency bill payment assistance to these customers to help bridge the gap.

Through partnerships with local nonprofit agencies, the program has already supported more than 1,200 Arkansas families this year, providing an average of $327 in assistance per household.

Entergy Arkansas Customer Service Manager Barbara Merrick has worked for the company for nearly 30 years and talks to customers on a day-to-day basis. In that time, she has seen the need firsthand She says being able to share that help is available gives customers a sense of comfort. That’s why she’s been contributing to The Power to Care throughout her career.

“It was great to be able to tell them about the program and how to get help,’” Merrick said. “I could hear the relief in their voices, that there is someone out there trying to help them.”

For Barbara, the program reflects Entergy Arkansas’s commitment to caring for those who have spent their lives caring for others.

“That’s what gets me the most, is how we are able to help some of our elderly customers because they have worked their whole lives,” Merrick said. “I want them to be able to enjoy their golden years and not have to struggle.”

Entergy Arkansas Senior Manager Drew Clem echoes that sentiment, looking back to the customers he met early in his career working in power restoration.

“Working in low-income areas, I saw how tough things could be,” Clem said. “It definitely gives me some pride knowing I’m helping our customers make ends meet.”

For Clem, it’s more than just a donation, it’s a promise to help customers through life’s most difficult moments.

“It’s a wonderful program that gives back to our communities,” Clem said. “If you step up and do it, hopefully others will follow and every little bit helps.”

Thanks to employees, non-profit partners and supporters statewide, The Power to Care continues to offer comfort, stability and dignity to families in need. To learn more about The Power to Care program,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.entergy.com/care" target="_blank">visit our website</a>.

View original content&nbsp;<a href="https://www.entergy.com/blog/the-power-to-care-supporting-arkansas-customers-when-they-need-it-most" target="_blank">here</a>.

No one should have to choose between keeping the lights on and paying for food or medicine. &nbsp;However, we understand that many of our older adult customers and customers with disabilities live on low or fixed incomes. Through Entergy’s The Power to Care program, employees and generous customers throughout our service territory help provide emergency bill payment assistance to these customers to help bridge the gap.

The Power To Care: Supporting Arkansas Customers When They Need It Most

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Now in its seventh year, Maytag, a Whirlpool Corporation brand, continues to deepen its longstanding relationship with the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of America. As part of their annual Day of Dependability, Maytag brand treated 300 members and staff of the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan to a Thanksgiving inspired meal and an evening of fun and entertainment on November 20th.

The evening, held at the Boys &amp; Girls Club’s Fettig Youth Campus in Benton Harbor, kicked off with the singing of the national anthem and a blessing of the food. Maytag brand volunteers served attendees fried chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, mac n’ cheese and other Thanksgiving inspired fare. Along with the meal, the event included activities including a 360-photo booth, a silent disco party and face painting.

“We’re honored to be able to support and engage with members of our local club and bring them together with our volunteers for a night of great food, entertainment and fun,” said Emily Pines, Maytag brand manager. “Continuing this tradition for seven years reflects the brand’s unwavering spirit of dependability and our commitment to this community.”
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Since 2003, Maytag has supported Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of America locally and across the country by hosting over 6,000 volunteers, funding over $9M in donations and scholarships, honoring Boys &amp; Girls Clubs mentors with the Maytag Dependable Leader Award and more. Together Maytag brand and the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of America have worked hand in hand to uplift and empower youth.

“Our partnership with Maytag has been built on trust, consistency and shared purpose of dependability,” said Alloyd Blackmon, chief executive officer, Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan. “Each year, this dinner reminds us of what dependability looks like in action, partners and volunteers who show up, support our youth and make lasting impacts in their communities.”

For more information on Maytag Brand and the total impact on Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of America, visit on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.maytag.com/boys-and-girls-clubs-of-america.html" target="_blank">Maytag.com</a>

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the&nbsp;only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including&nbsp;Whirlpool,&nbsp;KitchenAid,&nbsp;JennAir, Maytag,&nbsp;Amana,&nbsp;Brastemp,&nbsp;Consul, and&nbsp;InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://whirlpoolcorp.com/" target="_blank">WhirlpoolCorp.com</a>.

View original content&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whirlpoolcorp.com/latest-news/maytag-celebrates-day-of-dependability-dinner-for-boys---girls-c.html" target="_blank">here</a>.

Now in its seventh year, Maytag, a Whirlpool Corporation brand, continues to deepen its longstanding relationship with the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of America. As part of their annual Day of Dependability, Maytag brand treated 300 members and staff of the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan to a Thanksgiving inspired meal and an evening of fun and entertainment on November 20th.

Maytag Celebrates Day Of Dependability Dinner For Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan

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Key Takeaways

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	<li>New offerings deliver faster speeds, greater reliability, intelligent cybersecurity to fuel small business growth nationwide</li>
	<li>Eligible new customers can receive a $1,000 Holiday Bonus with qualifying Gig-speed internet package</li>
</ul>

PHILADELPHIA, December 5, 2025 /CSRwire/ -&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Comcast Business</a>, the largest provider of connectivity to small businesses in America, has announced a powerful new suite of advanced solutions and upgrades designed to help keep small businesses connected, protected, and prepared ahead of the holiday rush – and beyond.

Comcast Business is now offering:

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	<li>Faster speeds, up to 300/300 Mbps&nbsp;through its expanded Dedicated Internet service – now available to more than 3.5 million businesses nationwide. This represents a&nbsp;50% increase&nbsp;in available symmetrical speeds over HFC and extends reach to&nbsp;40% more businesses&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/about-us/press-releases/2025/cb-offers-customers-enhanced-speeds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">since February 2025</a>;</li>
	<li>Full-coverage WiFi&nbsp;via WiFi Extenders that eliminate dead spots and create consistent connectivity for staff, customers, and guests;</li>
	<li>Wireless Connect, which intelligently combines Comcast Business internet with dual cellular networks to provide businesses with greater reliability via continuous connectivity – even during a power outage;</li>
	<li>Enhanced security&nbsp;with the beta release of SecurityEdge Preferred™, which brings big business cybersecurity to small businesses with a next generation firewall that protects against malware, phishing, ransomware, and botnets, with no additional equipment needed for Internet customers.</li>
</ul>

The new suite of advanced solutions and upgrades builds on the already strong benefits Comcast Business offers small businesses, including a 30-day money back guarantee, 24/7 expert support, proactive network monitoring with Dedicated Internet, and unlimited data on up to 20 lines with&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/learn/mobile" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Comcast Business Mobile</a>. And now, for a limited time, eligible new customers who switch to a qualifying Gig-speed Internet package may also receive a $1,000 Holiday Bonus in the form of a prepaid card.

“Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities and local economies,” said Christian Nascimento, Senior Vice President, Connectivity and Digital Customer Solutions, Comcast Business. “From powering point-of-sale systems to fulfilling online orders and staying connected with customers, small businesses depend on secure, always-on connectivity.”

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"We’re proud to provide the speed, reliability, and security that millions of business owners count on every day to stay connected and protected – all delivered over the nation’s largest, fastest, reliable network for small business."

Christian Nascimento 
Senior Vice President, 
Connectivity and Digital Customer Solutions 
Comcast Business
</blockquote>

“Our network gives us a unique, strategic advantage – powering more small businesses than any other provider in the country,” continued Nascimento. “Its unmatched scale and intelligence enable Comcast Business to deliver enterprise-grade security purpose-built for small businesses – all at the best value.”

<a href="https://business.comcast.com/learn/internet/dedicated-internet?CMP=KNC-GOOGLE-755501666525-c-comcast%20dedicated%20internet-e-SBS_NC_BR_ENT+Overlap_E_NATIONAL&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=SBS_NC_BR_ENT+Overlap_E_NATIONAL&amp;utm_term=comcast%20dedicated%20internet&amp;301412280718&amp;22494242051&amp;179418703675&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22494242051&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADdwT3I3ZytZrKVl8-3FmaajNYXud&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0YqjwvkzFtdtb0Ogi98Go2SSB_yv7-YvcmXsHGCNcn_2WdShNTfGxakP0aAvcTEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dedicated Internet:</a>&nbsp;Faster Speeds, Broader Reach

Comcast Business has expanded its&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/learn/internet/dedicated-internet?CMP=KNC-GOOGLE-755501666525-c-comcast%20dedicated%20internet-e-SBS_NC_BR_ENT+Overlap_E_NATIONAL&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=SBS_NC_BR_ENT+Overlap_E_NATIONAL&amp;utm_term=comcast%20dedicated%20internet&amp;301412280718&amp;22494242051&amp;179418703675&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22494242051&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADdwT3I3ZytZrKVl8-3FmaajNYXud&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0YqjwvkzFtdtb0Ogi98Go2SSB_yv7-YvcmXsHGCNcn_2WdShNTfGxakP0aAvcTEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dedicated Internet</a>&nbsp;solution to now reach more than 3.5 million businesses nationwide. With symmetrical upload and download speeds, businesses can count on the performance needed to power cloud applications, video conferencing, and e-commerce platforms. The solution is backed by robust service level agreements (SLAs) including 99.99% uptime and features rapid deployment, expert support, and proactive network monitoring – all delivered over an AI-enhanced network that is continually evolving to meet the demands of modern businesses.

WiFi Extenders: Seamless Coverage for Staff, Customers and Guests

Existing Comcast Business customers can now enhance their in-location connectivity with WiFi Extenders. These devices work with the Comcast Business gateway to create a mesh network that eliminates dead spots and strengthens signal throughout the business space. Whether it’s for employees, customers, or guests, the result is consistent speeds and reliable coverage – all easily managed through the Comcast Business MyAccount app.

Business Internet &amp; Wireless Connect: Comcast Business is Designed for 100% Reliability

Business Internet and&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/business-advantage?CMP=KNC-GOOGLE-774646573657-c-comcast%20business%20phone%20number-b-SBS_NC_BR_Business_B_NED&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=SBS_NC_BR_Business_B_NED&amp;utm_term=comcast%20business%20phone%20number&amp;298283091822&amp;22494242096&amp;179418710395&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22494242096&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADdwT3Iiygy_SX6Hs8bEFtMFt7g4A&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0Yqjzu2kQiBnaf1_AtKJ84pZVarR8HBQZIgXptWw1vuGQMssEz_9_sOukaAjPFEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Wireless Connect</a>&nbsp;are now available to help small businesses stay online. By intelligently combining Comcast Business Internet with dual cellular networks and access to millions of WiFi hotspots, the solution delivers continuous connectivity. Wireless Connect automatically detects and switches to the strongest available connection in real-time and includes a battery backup to maintain operations during power outages for up to eight hours. With professional installation and around-the-clock support, Business Internet and Wireless Connect deliver the reliability businesses need to help keep transactions, cloud apps, and customer experiences running smoothly.

SecurityEdge Preferred™: Big Business Security, Built for Small Business

Coming soon, SecurityEdge Preferred will bring big business cybersecurity to small businesses – without the complexity. Now in beta release, this intelligent cybersecurity solution is embedded directly into the Comcast network, offering comprehensive security at a great value. There’s no need for IT staff or additional hardware other than a business gateway. With an intuitive management portal and seamless integration, business owners can focus on growth with the peace of mind that their operations have the security they need.

A Stronger Network for a Stronger Season

From neighborhood cafés and salons to multi-location retailers, Comcast Business delivers the connectivity, reliability, security, wireless solutions, and trusted support small businesses need to thrive. These enhanced offerings underscore Comcast Business’s position as America’s leading provider for small business connectivity – bringing essential solutions together through one trusted partner.

For more information on these solutions and the $1,000 Holiday Bonus, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://business.comcast.com/small-business" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://business.comcast.com/small-business</a>

About Comcast

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

Comcast Business, the largest provider of connectivity to small businesses in America, has announced a powerful new suite of advanced solutions and upgrades designed to help keep small businesses connected, protected, and prepared ahead of the holiday rush – and beyond.

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