TORONTO, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudbay Minerals Inc. (“Hudbay” or the “company”) (TSX, NYSE: HBM) today announced the release of its integrated annual and sustainability report (“Annual Sustainability Report”). The Annual Sustainability Report provides transparency and progress on key accomplishments and initiatives in 2021 along with goals for the upcoming year and long-term future. Hudbay believes global demand for the metals that it mines continues to rise alongside the need for green technology that will play an essential role in meeting the challenge of climate change.
“Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations have always been fundamental to our business; it’s not new for us,” said Peter Kukielski, Hudbay’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Throughout 2021, we continued to successfully navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining continuous operations at all sites. We look at 2021 as a year of execution and achievement, after making significant investments in exploration, development and productivity improvements. We are now at an inflection point where our stakeholders can reap the rewards of growing production and cash flow while we continue to advance our “triple A” organic copper growth pipeline. It is a tremendously exciting time for Hudbay, and I look forward to achieving our many sustainability and growth goals in 2022.”
Though Hudbay is proud of its achievements in 2021, the company has set targets for 2022 to further the path of continuous improvement. In health and safety, the company aims to match or improve on its three-year total recordable injury frequency average of 1.4. In Peru, Hudbay will strive to avoid operational shutdowns due to community/political activity and complete exploration agreements to enable land access at regional deposits near the Peru operations. The company is adopting Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions targets intended to achieve a 50% GHG reduction by 2030 and its intention to be net zero by 2050. The company is also designing the Copper World project in Arizona in compliance with 2030 and 2050 GHG objectives. To ensure Hudbay is up to date with leading governance policies, the company is completing a comprehensive review/update of global anti-bribery and corruption compliance program.
Details of the company’s annual and sustainability results can be found on Hudbay’s website at: https://hudbayminerals.com/disclosure-centre/default.aspx and the full Annual Sustainability Report can be downloaded here.
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About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a diversified mining company primarily producing copper concentrate (containing copper, gold and silver), zinc metal and silver/gold doré. Directly and through its subsidiaries, Hudbay owns three polymetallic mines, four ore concentrators and a zinc production facility in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan (Canada) and Cusco (Peru), and copper projects in Arizona and Nevada (United States). The company’s growth strategy is focused on the exploration, development, operation and optimization of properties it already controls, as well as other mineral assets it may acquire that fit its strategic criteria. Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value through the acquisition, development and operation of high-quality, long-life deposits with exploration potential in jurisdictions that support responsible mining, and to see the regions and communities in which the company operates benefit from its presence. The company is governed by the Canada Business Corporations Act and its shares are listed under the symbol "HBM" on the Toronto Stock Exchange, New York Stock Exchange and Bolsa de Valores de Lima. Further information about Hudbay can be found on www.hudbay.com.
For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
Candace Brûlé
Vice President, Investor Relations
(416) 814-4387
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ATHENS, Greece, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Performance Shipping Inc. (NASDAQ: PSHG), (the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership of tanker vessels, today announced the release of its second Sustainability Report (the “Report”), highlighting how the Company addresses Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) issues as part of its ongoing effort to increase transparency and accountability. The Report, which covers the full year 2021 and is developed around the UN Sustainable Development Goals (“UN SDGs”) and in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative Standards, outlines the Company’s commitments and efforts toward building strong corporate governance and to operating sustainably and responsibly.
The Report is available on the Company’s website.
About the Company
Performance Shipping Inc. is a global provider of shipping transportation services through its ownership of Aframax tankers. The Company’s current fleet is employed on spot voyages and through pool arrangements.
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In addition to these important factors, other important factors that, in our view, could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: the strength of world economies, fluctuations in currencies and interest rates, general market conditions, including fluctuations in charter rates and vessel values, changes in demand in the tanker shipping industry, changes in the supply of vessels, changes in worldwide oil production and consumption and storage, changes in our operating expenses, including bunker prices, crew costs, drydocking and insurance costs, our future operating or financial results, availability of financing and refinancing, changes in governmental rules and regulations or actions taken by regulatory authorities, potential liability from pending or future litigation, general domestic and international political conditions, the length and severity of epidemics and pandemics, including the ongoing outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on the demand for seaborne transportation of petroleum and other types of products, changes in governmental rules and regulations or actions taken by regulatory authorities, potential liability from pending or future litigation, general domestic and international political conditions or events, including “trade wars”, armed conflicts including the war in Ukraine, the imposition of new international sanctions, acts by terrorists or acts of piracy on ocean-going vessels, potential disruption of shipping routes due to accidents, labor disputes or political events, vessel breakdowns and instances of off-hires and other important factors. Please see our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a more complete discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties.
Website: www.pshipping.com
CONTACT: Corporate Contact: Andreas Michalopoulos Chief Executive Officer, Director and Secretary Telephone: +30-216-600-2400 Email: amichalopoulos@pshipping.com Website: www.pshipping.comInvestor and Media Relations: Edward Nebb Comm-Counsellors, LLC Telephone: + 1-203-972-8350 Email: enebb@optonline.net
Highlights Company’s Commitment to ESG and Progress on CSR initiatives
Alignment with United Nations Sustainability Development Goals and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Reporting Framework Continues
FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a business process services and solutions company, today published its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report, which highlights the company’s continued progress in conducting business ethically, responsibly, and sustainably, while advancing its strategic Environmental, Social and Governance initiatives.
“Conduent’s CSR accomplishments are a testament to not only our strong and inclusive culture, but also who we are and how we operate around the globe to better serve our stakeholders,” said Cliff Skelton, Conduent President and Chief Executive Officer. “Thanks to the hard work of our associates, we advanced our ESG initiatives while also modeling ethical behavior throughout our company. We strive to protect our planet, support our associates and communities, make a difference for millions of people through our solutions and responsibly govern our business.”
Conduent’s 2021 CSR report highlights our commitments and progress, including:
In 2021, the company expanded its ESG disclosures to include enhanced reporting aligned with the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Governance and Strategy Recommendations.
Conduent also continues its adherence to the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework, an independent standards-setting organization for sustainability disclosures, and remains aligned with five of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that support its associates and their communities as well as its clients’ end users: No Poverty; Zero Hunger; Good Health and Wellbeing; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Decent Work and Economic Growth.
To access the complete Conduent 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, visit conduent.com/corporate-social-responsibility.
About Conduent
Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of businesses and governments – creating exceptional outcomes for its clients and the millions of people who count on them. Through our dedicated people, processes, and technologies, Conduent solutions and services enhance customer experience, increase efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve performance for most Fortune 100 companies and more than 500 government entities. Whether it’s touching three out of every four health insured lives and delivering 45% of SNAP payments in the U.S. or enabling 1.3 billion customer service interactions and empowering 10 million employees through HR services worldwide, Conduent services and solutions interact with millions of people every day and move our clients’ operations forward. Learn more at https://www.conduent.com.
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Metrio’s data collection, analytics and reporting solutions to bolster Nasdaq’s portfolio of IR & ESG services
Expected to improve corporates’ ability to manage and unlock value from their data so they can make better decisions
Nasdaq plans to maintain Metrio’s headquarters in Montreal
NEW YORK and MONTREAL, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) announced today that it entered into an agreement to acquire Metrio, a privately-held provider of environmental, social and governance (ESG) data collection, analytics and reporting services based in Montreal. Nasdaq plans to integrate Metrio’s software as a service (SaaS) platform into its suite of ESG solutions.
“Metrio’s platform is complementary to Nasdaq’s end-to-end suite of sustainability reporting solutions and will accelerate our ability to support corporate clients who are looking for improved reporting technology across all three pillars of ESG,” said Michael Bartels, Senior Vice President, IR & ESG Services at Nasdaq. “We expect current and prospective clients to benefit from a flexible platform that collects, measures and analyzes corporate sustainability data, as well as generates investor-grade reports in real-time, which can be adapted for and shared with multiple stakeholders.”
Nasdaq has developed a range of ESG-focused technologies and solutions over the last decade to help clients achieve their corporate sustainability and governance objectives. These include ESG advisory services for investor relations professionals; Puro.Earth, a carbon marketplace; Nasdaq OneReport, an ESG workflow and reporting platform; Board Advisory, Board Meeting Management, and Compliance solutions for governance professionals; and The Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence.
The demand for more robust and comprehensive sustainability reporting solutions has risen dramatically in recent years due to evolving regulatory reporting requirements, investor input, and the increase of corporate sustainability commitments by corporates. Founded in 2009, Metrio established itself as an early mover in the space and developed a solution that has transformed the way corporates think about and act on ESG. The acquisition of Metrio underscores Nasdaq’s commitment to helping clients better manage and unlock value from their data so that they can make better decisions and provide more transparency to their stakeholders.
“We are tremendously proud of the market leading reporting solutions our team has built over the last decade,” said Patrick Elie, CEO & Co-Founder, Metrio. “We are excited to be part of Nasdaq as we seek new opportunities to bring our solutions to a wider set of stakeholders and increase our impact, said Pierre-Alexandre Hurtubise COO & Co-Founder, Metrio.
The transaction is expected to close by mid-June and financial terms of the deal are not being disclosed. For more information about Metrio, please visit www.nasdaq.com/esg/nasdaq-acquires-metrio. For more information on Nasdaq’s ESG offering for corporate clients, please visit: https://www.nasdaq.com/solutions/corporate-esg-solutions.
About Nasdaq
Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) is a global technology company serving the capital markets and other industries. Our diverse offering of data, analytics, software, and services enables clients to optimize and execute their business vision with confidence. To learn more about the company, technology solutions and career opportunities, visit us on LinkedIn, on Twitter @Nasdaq, or at www.nasdaq.com.
About Metrio
Metrio is a leader in sustainable development solutions. Since 2009, its CSR reporting software has helped more than 5,000 users at over 100 global companies simplify the way they collect, analyze, and share their ESG data to become more sustainable, transparent, and profitable. Metrio is a certified B Corp, a member of the SASB Alliance, a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact and a CDP accredited supplier. www.metrio.net
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Further information on these and other risk and uncertainties relating to Nasdaq can be found in its reports filed on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K and in other filings Nasdaq makes with the SEC from time to time and available at www.sec.gov. These documents are also available under the Investor Relations section of Nasdaq 's website at http://ir.nasdaq.com/investor-relations. The forward-looking statements included in this communication are made only as of the date hereof. Nasdaq and Metrio disclaim any obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
Nasdaq Media Contact:
Sophia Weiss
(646) 483-6960
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(212) 401-8737
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Two new solar arrays, composed of 62 panels, will increase Wild Hope Farm’s clean energy generation capacity and support their net zero energy goals
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renu Energy Solutions, a locally-owned and operated solar installer in North Carolina and South Carolina, today announced the details of a new commercial solar installation at Wild Hope Farm, a USDA-certified organic vegetable and flower farm focused on regenerative agriculture based in Chester, SC.
The Renu Energy Solutions team installed two separate solar arrays on the greenhouse/shed and farmhouse at Wild Hope Farm. The greenhouse array is 14.625 kW, composed of 45 REC panels while the farmhouse array is 5.525 kW, composed of 17 REC panels. In total, the 20.15 kW installed by Renu across the two systems at Wild Hope Farm will provide an estimated 26,000 kWh of energy annually.
Along with Renu’s installations, an additional 15.34 kW was installed across the greenhouse and farmhouse roofs by Alder Energy in 2017. This brings the total size of these arrays to 35.49 kW. In combination, the PV systems installed by Renu and Alder will offset more than 90% of the total energy consumed by the Wild Hope Farm greenhouse/shed and farmhouse buildings.
These new installations are the latest effort within Wild Hope Farm’s broader mission to incorporate renewable energy technologies and sustainability practices into their operations and facilities. Clean energy generated by the solar arrays the Renu team has installed will be essential in the Farm’s efforts to achieve net-zero energy consumption.
“Renu and Wild Hope Farm share a common vision to care for our local community through sustainability and environmental stewardship,” said Matthew Culley, Senior Consultant at Renu Energy Solutions. “We are honored to be the installation partner for these solar arrays, and proud to partner with Wild Hope Farm in their goal to achieve Zero Net Energy on the farm.”
Wild Hope Farm’s sustainability focus reaches beyond its growing fields and solar installations, extending to the back acres and wooded areas of the property where the team is transforming invasive grass pastures into native prairies. Through this restoration project, Wild Hope Farm is creating a habitat for imperiled bird, rabbit, and pollinator species.
“With intentional planning of our land and infrastructure, the Wild Hope Farm team aims to use zero net energy in our farm operations area within the next few years,” said Katherine Belk, Operations Manager at Wild Hope Farm. “From our conservation growing practices to our 35.49 kilowatt solar PV array, to our passive solar greenhouses, we are always thinking about new ideas for conserving and producing energy on the farm.”
As Renu and Wild Hope Farm continue their collaborative efforts to promote sustainable solutions in the local community, Renu will also serve as a sponsor for the Farm’s 2022 Music Fest, taking place on June 4.
“We’re a small team with big ambitions and are very proud to share the evolution of our progress with the community and other local organizations like Renu,” continued Belk. “Following the completion of these new solar installations, we’re especially proud to have Renu as a sponsor for this year’s Music Fest, where we promote education, exploration, and celebration centered around nature.”
About Renu Energy Solutions
Renu Energy Solutions is a locally-owned and operated solar installer, with projects across both North Carolina and South Carolina. To date, Renu has completed over 4,500 high-quality solar energy installations. Every Renu installation is more than just a clean energy system, it’s also a tool to empower home and business owners to take charge of their energy future. To learn more, please visit: https://renuenergysolutions.com/
About Wild Hope Farm
At Wild Hope Farm, we are passionate about bringing high-quality, USDA Certified Organic produce into our local communities through a sustainable farming approach. We are growing on 13 acres of diverse vegetable, flower, herb and fruit production. We seek to share our knowledge and optimized growing systems with the greater farming community. To learn more, please visit: https://www.wildhopefarm.com/
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CALGARY, Alberta, June 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pulse Seismic Inc. (TSX:PSD) (OTCQX:PLSDF) (“Pulse” or the “Company”) is pleased to release its inaugural Sustainability and ESG report, for Pulse’s shareholders, stakeholders and prospective investors. You can view the report using the below link. The report is also available on SEDAR (www.sedar.com) and on Pulse’s website at www.pulseseismic.com.
CORPORATE PROFILE
Pulse is a market leader in the acquisition, marketing and licensing of 2D and 3D seismic data to the western Canadian energy sector. Pulse owns the largest licensable seismic data library in Canada, currently consisting of approximately 65,310 square kilometres of 3D seismic and 829,207 kilometres of 2D seismic. The library extensively covers the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin where most of Canada’s oil and natural gas exploration and development occur.
For further information, please contact:
Neal Coleman, President and CEO
Or
Pamela Wicks, Vice President Finance and CFO
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E-mail: info@pulseseismic.com.
Please visit our website at www.pulseseismic.com.
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