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Guided by its mission to improve human health and quality of life by transforming how therapeutics and materials are discovered, Schrödinger is dedicated to driving measurable impact through its Corporate Sustainability strategy. 
Schrödinger’s third annual Corporate Sustainability Report details the company’s progress on its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments and highlights its dedication to its VALUE² strategy, which is grounded in the principle of shared value: "When we add value to the world, we create value for our company, and when we build value for ourselves, we generate value for the world." 
Throughout 2024, Schrödinger made significant strides in its ESG initiatives, including: the achievement of LEED® green building certifications for key facilities; the continued development of innovative solutions in drug discovery and materials science; and the publication of critical policies to enhance transparency and governance. 2024 Report Highlights Environmental

<ul><li>Schrödinger reported its baseline Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which were externally assured, marking a key milestone toward setting science-based emissions reduction targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative by the end of 2025.</li>
	<li>The company’s facilities in Framingham, Seoul, and Tokyo earned LEED® green building certifications in 2024, advancing its commitment to occupying more environmentally sustainable spaces.</li>
	<li>Schrödinger launched an initiative to develop a computational solution for predicting toxicology risks earlier in the drug discovery process, which aims to improve efficiency and reduce waste.</li>
	<li>Through its computational platform, Schrödinger enabled partners to design sustainable catalysts that reduce the energy required for chemical reactions, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint. </li>
</ul>Social

<ul><li>Schrödinger launched its first company-wide Volunteer Month, during which every office globally participated in local community service activities.</li>
	<li>The company strengthened its focus on education by working directly with teachers through its Educator’s Week program, adding computational tools to school curriculums, and supporting STEM education initiatives.</li>
	<li>Building on its commitment to employee development, Schrödinger introduced programs aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of its managers and embedding inclusion across its business.</li>
	<li>Schrödinger continued to support critical health and innovation initiatives, including funding small molecule, nonhormonal contraceptive research to meet the needs of women and girls worldwide. </li>
</ul>Governance

<ul><li>Schrödinger adopted its Global Human Rights Policy, reinforcing its dedication to ethical practices and responsibility.</li>
	<li>The company published its first formal Environmental Policy, further detailing its commitments to sustainability and outlining methods for achieving its goals.</li>
	<li>In line with its commitment to transparency and integrity, Schrödinger strengthened corporate governance with updated and responsive policies addressing evolving regulations and identified gaps.</li>
</ul>Schrödinger’s 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report references the Global Reporting Initiative Standards and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board Biotechnology &amp; Pharmaceuticals and Software &amp; IT Services standards. <a href="https://www.schrodinger.com/company/corporate-sustainability/">Access the report </a><a href="https://www.schrodinger.com/company/corporate-sustainability/">here.</a>

Schrödinger Demonstrates Corporate Sustainability Progress in 2024 Report

<ul><li>Company achieved 39.5% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity for scopes 1 and 2 from the 2019 base year</li>
	<li>2024 corporate sustainability report announces 29.3% absolute reductions in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from the 2019 baseline</li>
	<li>Continued focus on health and safety; drives 11% decrease in total recordable incident rate; with 206 perfect HSE days. 
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</ul>Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR), an energy technology company, reported a 39.5% reduction in emissions intensity of its scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from its 2019 baseline in its 2024 corporate sustainability report (CSR), highlighting its commitment to delivering lasting value through sustainability. The company is holding its course on its sustainability commitments, supported by strong corporate governance and a “people first” culture. 
“Our ability to drive economic growth and achieve significant emissions reductions underscores our commitment to sustainable energy development – the balance needed to supply the world with the energy it needs today without adversely impacting the abundance and availability of energy tomorrow,” said Baker Hughes Chairman and CEO Lorenzo Simonelli. “By focusing on increasing efficiencies and integrating sustainability into our corporate strategy, we also enable our customers to meet their emissions targets.” 
“Sustainability continues to be a key competitive advantage for Baker Hughes, helping us deliver long-term value to all of our stakeholders,” said Baker Hughes Chief Sustainability Officer Allyson Anderson Book. “Our 2024 CSR shows how each part of our business has contributed to advancing our sustainability strategy – executed through corporate framework of people, planet, and principles – with a strong alignment to our commercial strategy. As we foster a culture of safety, well-being and belonging, our people remain central contributors to advancing sustainability through initiatives like Carbon Out.” 
Key highlights of Baker Hughes’ sustainability performance in 2024 include:

<ul><li><a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability/planet?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">Delivering emissions reduction with profitable growth</a>: Baker Hughes continues to play a role in addressing climate change by incorporating sustainable practices into its business and helping our customers do the same. The company reported a 39.5% reduction in emissions intensity and a 29.3% absolute reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from the 2019 base year. </li>
</ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability/planet?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">Driving sustainability across all stages of products and services:</a> The company reported 79% annual growth in lifecycle analyses (LCAs) of its products and services, providing its customers with transparent emissions data with which they may make informed decisions on reaching their emissions targets. In 2024, 560 LCA assessments were completed using its cutting-edge FastLCA tool, bringing the total to date to nearly 1,000 LCAs for its commercial solutions. This tool also quantifies avoided and removed GHG emissions, which are emissions that can be either avoided or saved through equipment upgrades, equipment servicing, improved efficiency or removed through technologies, essential for furthering lower carbon energy expansion. </li>
</ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability/people?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">“People first” culture, with corporate responsibility:</a> The company introduced a unified talent strategy to attract, retain and nurture top talent, alongside a "people first" initiative promoting inclusivity and belonging. In 2024, voluntary attrition dropped to 6%. In addition, over 2,000 employees volunteered 44,613 hours to more than 520 charities worldwide demonstrating the company's commitment to <a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability/people/community?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">giving back to communities</a>. </li>
</ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability/principles?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">Employees’ health and safety remain non-negotiable</a>: Baker Hughes remained vigilant about workplace safety and maintained high standards of health, safety, and environment (HSE), concluding the year with first-ever external assurance of this data. In 2024, the company’s total recordable incident rate decreased by 11% compared to last year, and it achieved 206 Perfect HSE Days. </li>
</ul>Baker Hughes continues to make progress toward its net-zero goals and remains transparent in its reporting with two separate reviews of its annual sustainability report, which includes an independent accounting firm. Baker Hughes’ corporate sustainability report is prepared using the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, and the GHG Protocol as the foundation of our report. 
  
The report is supplemented by detailed indices aligned with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD), and CDP. 
  
As a participant of <a href="https://unglobalcompact.org/" target="_blank">UN Global Compact</a> Initiative – a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices, Baker Hughes was <a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/awards-recognition?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">awarded the Global Impact Award</a> by UN Association of Houston for its unwavering commitment to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 
  
Learn more about Baker Hughes’ sustainability commitments and performance by accessing the full <a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/company/sustainability?utm_source=3bl&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=pressrelease" target="_blank">2024 Corporate Sustainability Report here.</a> 
  About Baker Hughes: 
Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. Visit us at <a href="https://www.bakerhughes.com/" target="_blank">bakerhughes.com.</a> 
 

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Report: Baker Hughes Achieves Nearly 40% Reduction in Operational Emissions Intensity While Maintaining Profitable Growth

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Group photo of 7 people wearing &quot;Shake Your Future&quot; shirts" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6b1a76a7-b504-406f-9f69-66d03a4d46d2" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Shake-Your-Future_Bacardi_42125.png" width="640" height="675" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Training barkeeps to future-proof their careers. Bacardi</figcaption></figure>Originally published on <a href="https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/bacardiai-replace-bartender/" target="_blank">adweek.com</a>

By <a href="https://www.adweek.com/contributor/robert-klara/" target="_blank">Robert Klara</a>

While AI hasn’t booted human bartenders out of their jobs en masse, for the past several years, <a href="https://www.adweek.com/creativity/bacardi-inks-its-biggest-celeb-deal-with-camila-cabello-as-the-global-face-of-the-brand/" target="_blank">Bacardi</a>—whose portfolio includes Grey Goose vodka and tequila brand Patrón—has been investing its money to help ensure that it doesn’t.

Bacardi is expanding a global training initiative called <a href="https://www.bacardilimited.com/corporate-responsibility/shakeyourfuture/sa/" target="_blank">Shake Your Future</a>. The program (free of charge for those selected), bestows its graduates with an international bartender certification and has pledged to mint 10,000 mixologists by 2030. In February, it added Glasgow to a long list of European cities where it already operates.

“The techniques of being a great bartender [include] the broader skills around hospitality itself,” said Alex Tomlin, SVP and head of marketing for Bacardi North America, “which is essentially about customer interaction.”

Just as artificial intelligence has crept into professions like finance, retail, and content creation, it’s been heading for the corner pub, too. In 2019, for example, U.K. startup DataSparq debuted its AI Bar, which uses facial-recognition technology to serve patrons in the order they walked in the door. Last year, Diageo introduced a digital platform called What’s Your Cocktail?, which uses the company’s FlavorPrint AI technology to generate personalized libations. In the back room, meanwhile, AI management app Backbar can crunch customer data to predict demand, control inventory, and order booze.

Like many in the business, Tomlin has watched the growth of AI. He appreciates its power to help cut waste, boost margins, and even concoct some novel drink recipes.

“But none of that changes the importance of why people go to bars,” he told ADWEEK, “which is all about human interaction.”

In 2022, the liquor giant created Future Proof, a specialized curriculum for students at Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality &amp; Tourism. The training goes beyond how to pour drinks and into mixology’s finer points including cocktail history and spirits distillation.

<a href="https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/bacardiai-replace-bartender/" target="_blank">Read more</a>

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<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8b9d9346-a635-4258-82be-32efc44d74fd" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Lambeau%20Field_Tork_Essity_4.23.25A.jpeg" width="640" height="853" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Tork, an Essity brand and the global leader in professional hygiene, and Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, celebrate 12 years of partnership. Over 2,800 Tork dispensers support a more efficient, sustainable and cleaner fan experience at the historic stadium.</figcaption></figure>APPLETON, WI, April 25, 2025 /CSRwire/ – Lambeau Field, home of the National Football League’s Green Bay Packers, is continuing to raise the bar on fan experience through its long-standing partnership with Tork®, an Essity brand and the global leader in professional hygiene. Lambeau Field works closely with Tork to ensure clean, efficient, and sustainable hygiene solutions for its iconic sports stadium.

As a celebrated destination always topping U.S. sports fans’ bucket lists, Lambeau Field is known for providing an unmatched atmosphere for fans. Hosting over 800,000 guests during a typical football season—plus thousands more attending special events—Lambeau Field depends on reliable hygiene solutions that can handle high traffic without compromising quality. That’s why the stadium uses a high volume of Tork products – including over 2,800 Tork dispensers across the facility for hand towels, soap, sanitizer, toilet paper and napkins.

The installation includes high-capacity, controlled consumption solutions like Tork <a href="https://www.torkglobal.com/us/en/products-and-services/shop-by-category/paper-hand-towels/about-our-peakserve-range" target="_blank">PeakServe® Continuous™ Hand Towel Systems</a>, with 50% compressed towel refills1 and Tork <a href="https://www.torkglobal.com/us/en/products-and-services/shop-by-category/toilet-paper/coreless-toilet-paper" target="_blank">Optiserve® Coreless Toilet Paper Systems</a>, which uses 89% less packaging.2 These Tork systems are designed to help the facility team reduce paper waste, make full use of every roll, and streamline the refill process. The upgrade reflects Lambeau Field’s commitment to improving operational efficiency while enhancing the guest experience through clean, well-stocked facilities.

“The partnership with Tork has been critical to our ability to reduce waste throughout the stadium,” said Todd Edlebeck, Facilities Manager, Lambeau Field. “Beyond our impactful annual ‘Tackle Hygiene with Every Catch’ campaign, Tork sustainable hygiene solutions help us get the most out of every product, reduce excess paper usage, and make it easier for staff to keep restrooms stocked even on the busiest game days.”

Since 2021, Tork and the Packers have teamed up for the annual "Tackle Hygiene with Every Catch" campaign. The campaign raises awareness of the benefits of proper hygiene and provides community partners with essential hygiene products. For every catch the Packers make during the first five home games of each season, Tork donates effective and sustainably produced hygiene products to local nonprofit organizations working to improve the well-being of those in need.

“Tork has been a proud product provider for Lambeau Field for over twelve years,” said Cindy Stilp, Marketing Communications Director, Essity. “This is a historic sports and entertainment venue, and we’re honored to collaborate with Lambeau Field to implement hygiene solutions that help provide fans with an excellent experience, while also helping the stadium to significantly reduce waste.”

With Tork as a trusted partner, the stadium continues to meet the high standards expected of one of the most respected venues in professional sports.

About Tork  

The Tork brand offers professional hygiene products and services to customers worldwide ranging from restaurants and healthcare facilities to offices, schools and industries. Our products include dispensers, paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, napkins and wipers, but also software solutions for data-driven cleaning. Through expertise in hygiene, functional design and sustainability, Tork has become a market leader that supports customers to think ahead so they're always ready for business. Tork is a global brand of Essity and a committed partner to customers in more than 110 countries. To keep up with the latest Tork news and innovations, please visit <a href="https://www.torkglobal.com/us/en/index.html" target="_blank">www.torkglobal.com/us/en/</a>.

About Essity 

Essity is a global, leading hygiene and health company. Every day, our products, solutions and services are used by a billion people around the world. Our purpose is to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, customers and society. Sales are conducted in approximately 150 countries under the leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. More information at <a href="https://www.essity.com/" target="_blank">essity.com</a>.

About Lambeau Field

The Green Bay Packers, established in 1919, are the NFL’s only community-owned team with more than 539,000 shareholders. With a tradition of excellence, the Packers have captured an NFL-record 13 world championships, including four Super Bowls, and have 28 individuals enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a total that is second among all teams. Lambeau Field, the Packers’ venerable home that was built in 1957, is the longest-tenured stadium in the NFL and recognized by many as having the top gameday experience in professional sports. In the community, the Packers have an annual economic impact of more than $400 million.

1With compressed towels you get twice as many towels (100% more) per cubic meter meaning you gain storage space and can transport more towels (*compared to Tork folded towel 150299)

2Tork Coreless SKU 472880 versus Tork conventional SKU 2461200 as compared to the packaging weight, which includes cores, wraps and cardboard box

Lambeau Field and Tork Celebrate Twelve-Year Partnership to Reduce Waste and Drive Efficiency

<img alt="LA cityscape shown with fires burning in the background." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9f612996-259a-4618-b73e-4a8509f1a164" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/LA%20Fires_Nielsen_2.21.25A.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="720" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2025/la-fires-multiplatform-local-media-tv-radio-lifeline/" target="_blank">Originally published on Nielsen Insights</a>

Extreme weather events, such as the devastating fires in Los Angeles in January 2025, are becoming an increasingly frequent part of daily life, as explored in Nielsen’s recent <a href="https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2024/understanding-local-media-reach-during-extreme-weather-events/" target="_blank">climate change report</a>. These events not only disrupt communities, but also highlight the critical role of trusted local media. Los Angeles’ local television stations, their digital platforms, and local radio stations kept locals informed on Jan. 8, 2025, when fires spread quickly through several neighborhoods across the city—demonstrating the importance of multiplatform audience strategies to meet urgent information needs.

The power of local media in a crisis

During the LA fires, local news became a lifeline for millions. On Jan. 8, Los Angeles viewers recorded over 1.1 billion minutes of local TV news alone, while impressions of that same news content on digital platforms alone surged by an astounding 1,693% over the average of the three weekdays prior. Similarly, local radio, with its ability to deliver hyper-local and timely updates, logged more than 97 million gross minutes, a 40% increase over the average of the seven days prior. These platforms proved indispensable as more than 200,000 people were evacuated from their homes, seeking real time, accurate information to navigate the crisis.

<ul><li>LA audiences spent over 1.1 billion minutes with local news on January 8, 2025</li>
</ul><figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Chart" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="540bd1e0-ea40-4627-bf9f-2c5efad45d28" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/1A-la-fires-how-multiplatform-local-media-became-lifeline_NIELSEN_022025.png" width="640" height="672" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>LA audiences spent over 1.1 billion minutes with local news on Jan. 8, 2025 - TV households</figcaption></figure><figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Chart" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d9846cd9-6ae1-4455-9be2-6567623c625c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/3A-la-fires-how-multiplatform-local-media-became-lifeline_NIELSEN_022025.png" width="640" height="669" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>LA audiences spent over 1.1 billion minutes with local news on Jan. 8, 2025 - Digital only</figcaption></figure>Among radio listeners, news-talk formats saw a remarkable rise, with the average quarter hour share among persons age 12 and older doubling to 20%. This means that 20% of all radio listeners in the market at that time were tuned into news-talk stations. For adults 25-54, the share climbed to nearly 13%, reflecting the format’s ability to engage audiences across age groups during critical moments.

<ul><li>Audience share for LA's news-talk radio grew January 8, 2025</li>
</ul><figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Chart" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="af23ac1b-2926-4fbe-aad8-1a500855fbcb" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/2A-la-fires-how-multiplatform-local-media-became-lifeline_NIELSEN_022025.png" width="640" height="554" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Audience share for LA's news-talk radio grew Jan. 8,2025</figcaption></figure>Multiple audience segments relied on local broadcast TV and radio. Hispanic households consumed nearly half a billion minutes of local TV on Jan. 8 representing a 321%* increase, while radio listening climbed to nearly 22 million minutes. Black audiences logged 121 million minutes of TV viewing, up 216%*, and nearly 5.5 million minutes of radio. Even younger audiences 18-34, demonstrated a notable shift in behavior during the fires, with linear TV viewing up by 324%.  
  Multiplatform strategies: A convergence of linear and digital

While each platform saw engagement grow on its own, the way Angelenos’ accessed news during the fires shows us the growing trend for multiplatform strategies to reach today’s audience. <a href="https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2025/cross-media-audience-insights-upfronts-newfronts-planning/" target="_blank">Nielsen’s 2025 Upfront New Front</a> guide outlines the concept of convergence TV—where streaming complements the strength of linear TV—and its impact was on full display in LA’s local media engagement. For audiences, linear TV provided immediacy and authority, while digital platforms offered flexibility and on-demand accessibility. This ensured that audiences could stay informed at home and on the move. Adults 25–54, a critical demo for advertisers, showed the highest growth in digital viewing during the fires with consumption skyrocketing by 2,143%.

Trust in local media

When the stakes are high, trust becomes paramount. Social media provided timely updates, but also saw instances of misinformation creating confusion. Faced with this challenge, audiences turned to local media for fact-checked, reliable updates. According to Nielsen’s 2024 Truth and Trust survey, 57% of viewers ranked local news among their top three most trusted outlets, with trust levels even higher among Black (65%) and Hispanic (52%) audiences. This trust underscores why local media remains a cornerstone of community connection and communication. The news viewing during the LA fires also highlights the power of culturally relevant and language-specific programming. For Hispanic audiences, local TV and radio played a pivotal role, with Spanish-language programming meeting the needs of LA’s community. Providing culturally relevant content in language ensures that no audience is left behind during critical moments.

Media engagement during the LA fires reminded us that <a href="https://www.nielsen.com/solutions/audience-measurement/local-tv/" target="_blank">local television</a> and <a href="https://www.nielsen.com/solutions/audience-measurement/audio/" target="_blank">local radio</a> don’t just inform, they build community, combat misinformation and drive unmatched engagement.

Methodology

Los Angeles television audience data for this analysis was determined using Nielsen Local TV View (NLTV) data for local news programs tuning in minutes for the period Jan. 2-11, 2025, Live+SD, P2+, M-Su 3a-3a, includes KABC, KCAL, KCBS, KCOP, KMEX, KNBC, KRCA, KTLA, KTLA OT, KTTV, KVEA, KWHY, S1LA. NLTV is an online tool that allows users to analyze viewing within and across all measured <a href="https://www.nielsen.com/dma-regions/" target="_blank">Nielsen Designated Market Areas (DMAs)</a>. Television data is derived from Nielsen’s National TV Panel that is based on a sample of more than 42,000 homes and over 100,000 real people that are selected based on area probability sampling. Source: NLTV Program Report

Los Angeles radio audience data for this analysis was determined using the PPM Analysis Tool for the Nielsen Audio Los Angeles Metro Holiday 2024 Week 5 survey which measured Jan. 2-8, 2025. Mon-Sun 6a-Mid, P12+, includes KNX-FM, KFI-AM, KPCC-FM, KRLA-AM, KZNO-FM, KTNQ-AM. Source: PPM Analysis Tool Radio Trend Report.

The LA Fires: How Multiplatform Local Media Became a Lifeline

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Cougar cub" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e06d8b67-86b3-443d-9021-80e914d480a2" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Birmingham-Zoo_FedEx_041625_1.jpeg" width="640" height="540" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo</figcaption></figure>The Birmingham Zoo welcomed a new resident to its freshly completed Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat. A female orphaned cougar cub from Montana arrived safely at the zoo on Tuesday, February 11, marking a significant milestone ahead of the habitat's mid-March opening.

The transport of the cub was a collaborative effort involving the Birmingham Zoo, FedEx, and Montana Fish, Wildlife &amp; Parks. The young cougar, named Juniper, estimated to be four to five months old and weighing between 30 and 40 pounds, traveled by plane from Great Falls, Montana, to Memphis, Tennessee. From there, she was transported by the Birmingham Zoo to her new home.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Cougar cub" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fba4f3ea-6dcc-427e-a0a6-3f759b0830a7" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Birmingham-Zoo_FedEx_041625_2.jpeg" width="640" height="540" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo</figcaption></figure>Chris Pfefferkorn, President and CEO of the Birmingham Zoo, expressed his excitement about the new addition, stating, "The arrival of this first cub is a major step towards us opening the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing in mid-March. This project has been years in the making, and it's truly heartwarming to see the community come together to make it a reality."

Heather Harshbarger, communications advisor for FedEx Cares, highlighted the company's commitment to animal welfare, stating, "FedEx has a long history of working closely with zoos and aquariums to provide safe travel for animals using our extensive global transportation network and logistical expertise. We are proud to donate the cost of this mountain lion cub delivery."
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Cougar cub" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="546fb104-718b-4eba-9a31-359e74936d16" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Birmingham-Zoo_FedEx_041625_3.png" width="640" height="540" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo</figcaption></figure>The Birmingham Zoo staff worked diligently to help Juniper acclimate to her new surroundings and plans were underway to find another orphaned cub around her age to join her in the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat. This effort aimed to provide companionship and enrichment for the young cougar.

Shortly after Juniper’s arrival, the zoo also welcomed two new bobcats, Baxter and Boomer, transported by FedEx from the San Diego Humane Society. These seven-year-old bobcats arrived on March 7 and quickly adjusted to their new home. Baxter and Boomer's arrival further enriched the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat, showcasing the zoo's commitment to providing a safe and enriching environment for all its animals.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Cougar cub" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fbcb8503-12c8-40d9-93e5-6e703513350d" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Birmingham-Zoo_FedEx_041625_4.png" width="640" height="540" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo</figcaption></figure>The last of the four residents, Spruce, another orphaned cougar cub, was one of three siblings rescued by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and cared for at the Oakland Zoo. After their mother was killed by a car, the cubs were found in Portola Valley. Spruce, also transported by FedEx, was chosen to join Juniper at the Birmingham Zoo. The hope is for them to become best friends like Baxter and Boomer.

As the Birmingham Zoo celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2025, the opening of the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing on March 19 marked a significant milestone in its history. The new habitat stands as a symbol of hope, community effort, and the zoo's dedication to animal care and conservation. Zoo visitors will learn about the important conservation efforts behind these beautiful animals.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Cougar cub with second cougar lying down in the background" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="25b30a3b-213a-4dbd-8efe-dc89719f779b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Birmingham-Zoo_FedEx_041625_5.png" width="640" height="540" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo</figcaption></figure>FedEx donated the transportation costs for the cougar cubs and bobcats as part of the company’s FedEx Cares “<a href="https://fedexcares.com/our-focus/delivering-for-good" target="_blank">Delivering for Good</a>” initiative, in which FedEx lends its global network and unparalleled logistics expertise to organizations with precious cargo requests and helps communities before, during, and after crises.

Click <a href="https://fedexcares.com/" target="_blank">here</a> to learn about FedEx Cares, our global community engagement program.

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Cisco tech aids bee conservation by enhancing habitat monitoring, optimizing hive health data, and supporting research to promote thriving bee populations.

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Cisco tech aids bee conservation by enhancing habitat monitoring, optimizing hive health data, and supporting research to promote thriving bee populations.

Cisco News in 60 Seconds: Connected Bees

<img alt="Young family of four in front of their new home holding a &quot;sold&quot; sign." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2cd46b8a-942f-4d74-bfc1-05297f2baf4e" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Credit%20Tips_KeyBank_4.7.25A.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="853" loading="lazy" />Banks use several factors to determine how to approve someone for a mortgage loan, including credit score and debt-to-income ratio. <a href="https://www.key.com/content/dam/kco/documents/personal/2025_financial_mobility_survey.pdf" target="_blank">KeyBank’s 2025 Financial Mobility Survey</a> found that many believe owning a home is not an attainable goal for themselves nor the average American. Survey respondents also said financial education can help them be more confident in the home-buying process.

Here are some tips that can help you improve your credit score.

Get to Know Your Credit Score

While there are many factors that mortgage lenders consider, your credit score is one of the most important. Your credit score is made up of multiple data points from your credit history, including how long you’ve had credit, the timeliness of your payments, the types of credit you’ve had, the percentage of your credit you’re using, and any new credit you’re applying for.

In short, your credit score represents your creditworthiness, or the likelihood that you’ll repay a loan on time. When applying for a mortgage, the higher your credit score, the more likely it is that you’ll get a lower interest rate on your loan. If your credit score isn’t quite there, there are many ways to help improve it:

Make payments on time - Setting up automatic payments for the minimum amount due can help your accounts remain in good standing.

Catch up on overdue payments - If you have any bills that are past due, prioritize those first.

Pay down revolving balances - Once you’re current on all your bills, use any extra cash to keep paying down your balances.

Correct any errors on your credit report - If you find inaccurate personal information on your credit report, visit the credit bureau’s website to see how to file a dispute.

Keep existing credit lines open - Even if your spending doesn’t change, keep the line of credit, like a credit card, open. It can show a decrease in your credit utilization ratio to help improve your score.

Limit new applications for credit - Weigh the impact to your credit score when you’re deciding whether to do anything that will result in a hard pull on your credit, like buying a new car or applying for a new credit card.

It can take up to six months to see noticeable results.

Pay Off Your Debt to Increase Credit Score

Paying off debt could improve the likelihood of being approved for a mortgage loan in two ways: It lowers your debt-to-income ratio, an important factor that lenders consider, and it can help improve your credit score.

If you have a high amount of debt relative to your income, it can make getting approved for a mortgage more challenging. To receive a qualified mortgage, a borrower must typically have a debt-to-income ratio lower than 43%, according to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.1

Even if you meet the criteria for a mortgage, it’s still important to think carefully about the amount of debt you’d be taking on. It’s generally recommended that your mortgage payment take up no more than 30% of your total income. There are some exceptions, and <a href="https://www.key.com/personal/home-loans-lines/mortgage/loan-officer.html" target="_blank">KeyBank Mortgage Loan Officers</a> are great resources and can help you navigate the homebuying process. They have <a href="https://www.key.com/personal/home-loans-lines/mortgage/pathways-to-homeownership-events.html?ppc=2503_pathways_alias" target="_blank">information on home lending opportunities and programs</a> to help you get started on the journey to homeownership.

About the KeyBank 2025 Financial Mobility Survey: This survey was conducted online by Schmidt Market Research in September 2024, polling 1,000 Americans, ages 18 – 70, with sole or shared responsibility for household financial decisions, who own a checking or savings account. The survey sought to gain insight into financial resiliency and explored respondents’ spending and savings habits, levels of financial confidence and financial resiliency, economic sentiment, and impacts of societal trends and pressures over the prior year.

This is designed to provide general information only. All credit products are subject to collateral and/or credit approval, terms, conditions, availability and subject to change. ©2025 KeyCorp. All rights reserved. CFMA #250404-3134828

NOTICE: This is not a commitment to lend or extend credit. Conditions and restrictions may apply. All home lending products, including mortgage, home equity loans and home equity lines of credit, are subject to credit and collateral approval. Not all home lending products are available in all states. Hazard insurance and, if applicable, flood insurance are required on collateral property. Actual rates, fees, and terms are based on those offered as of the date of application and are subject to change without notice.

NMLS #399797. Equal Housing Lender. Mortgage and Home Equity Lending products offered by KeyBank are not FDIC insured or guaranteed. KeyBank extends credit secured by residential real estate without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, handicap, or familial status.

1<a href="https://themortgagereports.com/21985/high-debt-to-income-ratio-mortgage-approval" target="_blank">https://themortgagereports.com/21985/high-debt-to-income-ratio-mortgage-approval</a>

Banks use several factors to determine how to approve someone for a mortgage loan, including credit score and debt-to-income ratio. KeyBank’s 2025 Financial Mobility Survey found that many believe owning a home is not an attainable goal for themselves nor the average American. 

Fair Housing Month: Tips to Improve Your Credit Score for Homebuying

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<img alt="&quot;Join us on our journey of developing a nutritious and sustainable portfolio, part of our 2030 Aspirations&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="79f3cdf5-2b90-48d2-87c6-1e6ccb790b7c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/National-Nutrition-Month3_Griffith-Foods_040225.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1024" loading="lazy" />Learn more about how we are <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=creatingbettertogether&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7311076067451027456" target="_blank">Creating Better Together</a> at <a href="https://griffithfoods.com/sustainability/health-nutrition/" target="_blank">https://griffithfoods.com/sustainability/health-nutrition/</a>

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At Griffith Foods, better nutrition starts with better understanding. This National Nutrition Month®, we’re proud to celebrate our teams who prioritize creating flavorful, nutritious, and sustainable solutions to meet evolving customer needs.

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