Month: January 2022

Panasonic and Olympian Katie Ledecky Partner to Inspire Student STEM Innovation and Unlock the Power of Technology

Stuart Mitchell

To inspire student innovation in science, technology, engineering, and math (“STEM”), Panasonic Corporation of North America (“Panasonic”) is partnering with 3-time Olympian, 15-time World Champion, 10-time Olympic medal-winning swimmer, and proud STEM advocate Katie Ledecky to launch the STEM Forward educational initiative and engaged Discovery Education to help make this educational program a reality. Announced during CES 2022, the initiative combines Katie Ledecky’s passion for STEM education and advocacy, Panasonic’s legacy of innovation, and Discovery Education’s worldwide leadership in education technology, STEM Forward connects students in grades 3-8 to the…

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New UK Information Commissioner begins term

Stuart Mitchell

John Edwards began his new role as UK Information Commissioner on Tuesday 4 January. Mr Edwards, who joins on a five year term, spent the past eight years as New Zealand Privacy Commissioner, and before that worked as a barrister. He succeeds Elizabeth Denham CBE, whose term as UK Information Commissioner ended last year. Mr Edwards said: “Privacy is a right not a privilege. In a world where our personal data can drive everything from the healthcare we receive to the job opportunities we see, we all deserve to have…

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Carnival Corporation Announces Initial 2030 Sustainability Goals

Stuart Mitchell

Carnival Corporation & plc , the world’s largest cruise company, today announced its initial set of 2030 sustainability goals, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and compliance throughout its global operations. Following the achievement of its 2020 sustainability goals, Carnival Corporation has established new sustainability goals for 2030 and aspirations for 2050, incorporating six key focus areas that specifically align with some of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. These areas include: climate action; circular economy (waste reduction); sustainable tourism; health and well-being; diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI);…

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Tetra Laval donates 10 million Euros to support UNICEF’s efforts in the global delivery of COVID-19 vaccines

Stuart Mitchell

Tetra Laval has announced a 10-million Euro contribution in support of UNICEF’s work to deliver COVID-19 vaccines globally. The donation will contribute to UNICEF’s efforts to strengthen global vaccine equity, especially in lower-income countries.  Since early 2021, UNICEF has delivered more than 700 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to 144 countries around the world on behalf of the COVAX Facility. In addition, UNICEF has been providing in-country technical and financial support in over 130 countries to help turn vaccines into vaccinations, as well as working with partners, governments and communities…

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SoLo Funds launches SoLo Causes to further commitment to local communities in partnership with Habitat for Humanity

Stuart Mitchell

SoLo Funds, a capital marketplace for emergency loans, has recently announced the launch of SoLo Causes. SoLo will call on its community of over 300,000 members to select a nonprofit to support, allowing a percentage of the SoLo donation from each loan to go to those in need. Habitat for Humanity International is one of SoLo Causes’ first partners. With the launch of SoLo Causes, the company is differentiating itself from traditional financial platforms as users have a say in how SoLo’s revenues impact communities. With SoLo Causes, SoLo is…

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