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SUSTAINABLE MARKETS INITIATIVE UNVEILS SUPPORT TO COMMONWEALTH MEMBER STATES AT CHOGM

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In support of His Majesty King Charles III’s visits to Australia and Samoa, for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), SMI launches further support for Commonwealth Member States

Pacific Hub launched in Australia to enhance alignment of industry, finance and country efforts to accelerate delivery on global climate and biodiversity targets.Marine Mangrove Sanctuary launched in partnership with SpaceX and Rotary International in Samoa to restore mangrove ecosystems, mitigate sea level rise, increase community connectivity and preserve cultural heritage for future generations.Private Sector Training Programme for government officials extended to enhance public-private partnerships and project delivery in the Commonwealth.SMI’s Impact Accelerator, along with a recommendation to establish High-Level Climate Investment Authorities, launched to provide end-to-end support for governments to develop industry partnerships and investment ready projects aligned with sustainable transition. The SMI’s Nature-Risk Tool, developed by AECOM, has been made available to all Commonwealth member states to assist them in assessing Nature-risks associated with physical infrastructure and urban planning.The Natural Capital on African Governments’ Balance Sheets Initiative launched to explore making natural capital assets as a core component of national balance sheets.

APIA, Samoa, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In the presence of His Majesty King Charles III, as well as leaders from the Commonwealth as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting’s Business Forum, the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) has launched several initiatives to further enhance its commitment and support to Commonwealth Members States.

Pacific Hub: Connecting SMI’s global CEOs with CEOs and climate leaders in Australia, the SMI launched its Pacific Hub to enhance alignment of industry, finance and country efforts to accelerate delivery on global climate and biodiversity targets.Marine Mangrove Sanctuary: In collaboration with Rotary International and Space X, the SMI is launching a Marine Mangrove Sanctuary in Samoa to restore and maintain the mangrove ecosystem, mitigating sea level rise and preserving cultural heritage.Private Sector Training Programme: SMI introduces a climate-based training programme for government officials in Commonwealth Member States. This programme will support the delivery of climate and biodiversity-related projects and the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions.Impact Accelerator:  SMI launches its Impact Accelerator for Commonwealth Member States which provides end-to-end support for Governments to develop industry partnerships and investment ready projects aligned with sustainable transition.  The SMI further recommends establishing High-level Climate Investment Authorities within governments to better coordinate and crowd-in private sector support and investment.Nature Risk Tool: SMI’s Nature Risk Tool, developed by AECOM, will now be available to all Commonwealth nations to assess the impact of infrastructure on local biodiversity globally.The Natural Capital on African Governments’ Balance Sheets Initiative was launched as an institutional investor-public partnership, led by the SMI Africa Council. This initiative aims to embed Nature as an investable asset class.

Jennifer Jordan-Saifi M.V.O., CEO of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, emphasised the urgency of these initiatives: “It is an honour to be in Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). Being welcomed into the community of Nono’a Saleimoa to launch their Mangrove Sanctuary, we saw first-hand how Pacific communities are on the front lines of climate change and biodiversity loss. With future generations in mind, we also saw the passion of community members for restoring harmony with Nature.  The SMI is delighted to bring private sector CEOs together with Commonwealth governments at CHOGM, and through our new Pacific Hub, to accelerate practical, scalable actions that advance a genuinely sustainable future for all.”

Recognizing the importance of biodiversity restoration across the Commonwealth, Dr Hubert Danso, Co-Chair of the SMI Africa Council, highlighted that “Africa’s natural capital forms the backbone not only of our economies, but also of global business models and societies. To protect and expand this value, we must invest at scale in our ecosystems. Through mandate-aligned institutional investor-public partnerships with governments, we can unlock risk and Nature-adjusted returns, that drive benefits for Nature, people and planet.  Through these efforts we aim to demonstrate that what’s good for Africa and the world, can also create sustainable value for investors.”

Pacific Hub

The new SMI Pacific Hub, is the latest addition to the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s regional engagement activities, joining a cohort of five other Hubs and Councils including North America, Africa, China, India, and Greece.  As part of its regional and country approach, the Pacific Hub will provide a forum for CEOs to look more practically at sustainability efforts across industry and finance while exploring how the region’s private sector is actively working with governments to support Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and biodiversity targets in the region.

Marine Mangrove Sanctuary

The Sustainable Markets Initiative announces the Marine Mangrove Sanctuary in collaboration with Rotary International and SpaceX. The sanctuary in Nono’a Saleimoa, Samoa will restore and maintain the mangrove ecosystem to mitigate the onset of sea level rise.  Starlink will enable project leads to record, in real-time, key data points regarding the progress of the project such as: number of mangrove seedlings planted, growth of seedlings, time spent planting and maintaining the site, and general updates from site visits. The project demonstrates the value of remote access connectivity to support underserved and remote communities across the Commonwealth. The SMI’s partnership with Starlink includes a focus on rapidly scaling support for Nature-capital and post-disaster monitoring.

Government Training Programme

The Sustainable Markets Initiative will now offer Commonwealth Member States access to its highly successful Government Training Programme, which has so far had over 800 participants from over 85 countries register worldwide. The programme has convened subject matter experts from across the public and private sectors along with non-governmental organisations to develop climate-based training that can help support government officials (and others) responsible for delivering and developing climate-related projects and the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

SMI Impact Accelerator and High-Level Climate Investment Authority

The SMI also offers support through its Impact Accelerator.  The private sector is ready to mobilize capital, however to date there is a limited pipeline of “investment-ready” projects. The Sustainable Markets Initiative strives to fill this gap by offering end-to-end support for project development, industry partnerships and capacity building.  Recognizing the urgency and complexity of public-private partnerships for transition, we strongly recommend that High-Level Climate Investment Authorities (HCIA) be established to offer an empowered and coordinated docking point that is focused on private sector partnerships and capital mobilization.  The SMI has a range of guidance available on how to best establish these HCIAs.

SMI Nature Risk Tool

The Sustainable Markets Initiative has recently launched its SMI Nature Risk Tool and is now offering it to all Commonwealth Member States.  The SMI Nature Risk Tool recognizes that infrastructure development often leads to habitat loss, biodiversity decline, pollution, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Powered by AECOM, and using datasets from the Taskforce for Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), the SMI Nature Risk Tool enables infrastructure investors and promoters to analyse any piece of land globally, providing expert-reviewed descriptions of the location’s habitat and biomes early in the site selection process.

About The Sustainable Markets Initiative

Founded by His Majesty King Charles III in 2020, then the Prince of Wales, the Sustainable Markets Initiative has become the world’s ‘go-to’ private sector organisation on transition.  Launched in 2021, the Terra Carta serves as the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s mandate with a focus on accelerating positive results for Nature, People and Planet through real economy action.  Complementing the Terra Carta, the Astra Carta was launched in 2023 to support a default sustainable approach to space while leveraging space resources for sustainability on Earth.  Read more: www.sustainable-markets.org

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UPROXX STUDIOS AND STATE FARM PRESENT “HALFTIME” SERIES FEATURING JUST BLAZE AND HOWARD UNIVERSITY’S SHOWTIME MARCHING BAND

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UPROXX Studios, in collaboration with State Farm, today announced the launch of the original series, “Halftime,” premiering October 25th on YouTube. This series celebrates the profound cultural impact of HBCU marching bands, starting with the unforgettable halftime performance at Howard University’s 100th homecoming football game.

UPROXX Studios partnered with legendary producer Just Blaze and the Showtime Marching Band for the show, presented by State Farm. Just Blaze, known for producing hits for Jay-Z, Eminem and Beyonce, collaborated with the band on a medley of his iconic tracks, fusing hip-hop with the rich tradition of HBCU marching bands.

“As a Howard alum, this project was personal for me,” says UPROXX’s Head of Video Production, Steve Vasquez Jr. “It gave me the opportunity to showcase the creativity and standard of excellence I put into my work.”

“Halftime” chronicles the creative journey following Just Blaze, Chancellor Mills, Director of Bands at Howard University, and The Showtime Marching Band leading up to the performance. It spotlights the artistry and cultural significance of HBCU marching bands and showcases Howard’s rich musical legacy. Providing educational opportunities for students, UPROXX Studios collaborated with Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, onboarding interns for hands-on experience in media production and event coordination. This partnership underscores State Farm and UPROXX’s commitment to fostering community while investing in the future of HBCU students.

“Halftime” premieres on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@uproxxlife starting October 25. For more information visit www.uproxx.com.

About UPROXX Studios:

UPROXX Studios offers insights from authentic creative minds and operates on a massive, popular scale. It is a brand solutions studio shaped by visionaries who both imagine what culture could be and actively create it, connecting brands with talent, cultural arenas, and audiences. Its network UPROXX, HipHopDX, Dime Magazine, and partnership with Warner Music, collaborates with cultural innovators to cultivate niche audiences through original editorial and video content.

About State Farm:

For over 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,400 agents and 67,000 employees serve over 91 million policies and accounts.

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Access Healthcare Showcases Innovative RCM Solutions at the 2024 AHIMA Conference

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DALLAS, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Access Healthcare, a global leader in revenue cycle management (RCM) services, will attend the AHIMA Conference from Sunday, October 27, through Tuesday, October 29, in Salt Lake City, Utah. As a premier provider of modern RCM solutions, Access Healthcare addresses critical industry challenges, including rising denial rates, escalating costs, and a shortage of skilled labor. The company is dedicated to transforming the healthcare landscape with innovative technologies designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of revenue cycle operations.

Attendees are invited to visit Access Healthcare at booth #1426, where their team will be available to discuss cutting-edge RCM technologies tailored for hospitals, health systems, and physician groups. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn about Access Healthcare’s recent transformation of a client’s clinical documentation and coding processes, along with strategies for overcoming coding challenges in inpatient/outpatient settings within a major integrated health system.

“This event will provide an opportunity to showcase how our 3,500+ expert medical coders and CDI professionals, assisted by our technology-driven global delivery model, are helping thousands of healthcare organizations achieve their high-quality patient care goals and improve overall financial efficiency,” said Kumar Shwetabh, President and Chief Growth Officer of Access Healthcare.

Access Healthcare continues to lead the way in managing the business of healthcare, ensuring that providers can focus on their patients. Known for investing deeply in developing AI-driven solutions to improve the quality and pace of service delivery, the global organization has distinguished itself as a trusted partner for healthcare organizations by providing end-to-end revenue cycle solutions that boost financial performance, address workforce challenges, and optimize operations.

Join us at the AHIMA Conference to discover how our innovative approaches can help transform your organization’s revenue cycle processes.

For more information, please visit www.accesshealthcare.com

About Access Healthcare

Access Healthcare is a leading provider of revenue cycle management services, specializing in medical billing, coding, and accounts receivable management. With a global presence and a commitment to innovation, Access Healthcare delivers efficient, leading-edge solutions to healthcare organizations. Learn more at Access Healthcare.

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CTEK Charging: The Power Behind a Successful Show

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CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The SEMA Show is one of the most anticipated automotive events of the year, where the world’s top builders, manufacturers, and enthusiasts come together to showcase the latest innovations in the industry. With hundreds of cars on display for days, one crucial but often overlooked element is effective battery management. A dead battery or unreliable power can bring even the most stunning vehicle to a halt.

SEMA is an opportunity to present your vehicle at its best, and with so much riding on a successful presentation, proper battery management is essential. CTEK‘s range of smart chargers and monitoring tools provide a reliable solution for exhibitors, ensuring vehicles are charged, protected, and ready to showcase. Whether it’s for high-performance cars, classic restorations, or cutting-edge electric vehicles, keeping vehicles in optimal condition is key to success. CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging technology, has emerged as an essential partner for ensuring vehicles remain charged and ready throughout the show.

At this year’s event, several prominent auto specialists have chosen CTEK to guarantee their vehicles perform at their best. Kevin McDonnell, Director of Operations at Boden Autohaus, highlighted the critical role CTEK plays in maintaining their vehicles: “We want to make sure everything is kept in tip-top shape. So that’s why we’ve chosen CTEK.”

CTEK’s range of chargers ensures that vehicles are not only fully powered but also protected from any potential damage caused by improper charging. The brand’s state-of-the-art technology extends battery life and optimizes performance, making it the go-to choice for top-tier auto professionals.

Rob Lindsey, owner of RJ Fab, shared his appreciation for CTEK’s reliability: “Thanks CTEK Charging for keeping us charged up!”

CTEK, the global leader in battery charging solutions, is sharing essential tips to ensure your vehicle stays powered up and ready to impress throughout the show like the pros.

Charge Before Arrival It’s crucial to start the SEMA show with a fully charged battery. Before transporting your vehicle to the event, make sure it’s fully charged using a reliable charger. CTEK’s smart chargers, like the CT5 TIME TO GO or the MXS 5.0, provide safe, efficient charging and ensure your battery is in prime condition before the event begins.

Maintain Charge During the Show With vehicles often sitting idle during shows, the risk of battery drain is high. To avoid embarrassment and ensure your car is ready at all times, use a maintenance charger like the CTEK MXS 5.0 during the event. These smart chargers are designed to deliver a steady charge without overloading or damaging your battery, keeping it at optimal levels throughout the show.

Monitor Battery Health It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of SEMA, but battery health should remain a priority. CTEKs PRO25S or MXS 5.0 also allow you to monitor your vehicle’s battery status in real-time. This way, you can detect potential issues early and avoid any last-minute hiccups.

Avoid Quick-Fix Charging Solutions While it might be tempting to rely on quick charging solutions, these can do more harm than good. Always use smart chargers that automatically adjust to the needs of your battery, ensuring a safe and gradual charge. CTEK’s technology is specifically designed to extend battery life and prevent overcharging, ensuring your vehicle is always ready to perform.

Protect Against Power Interruptions Unexpected power loss can be a major issue during large events like SEMA. To safeguard your vehicle, use a CTEK PRO25S to ensure your battery receives continuous power even during high-demand situations. This is especially important if your vehicle relies on complex electronics or if you’re frequently showcasing features that consume energy.

From high-demand environments like auto shows to everyday garage use, CTEK is committed to providing industry-leading charging solutions that ensure your vehicle’s battery health is maintained to the highest standard. With the confidence that their cars will stay powered and protected, professionals like McDonnell and Lindsey can focus on what matters most: delivering an unforgettable experience to show attendees.

For more information about CTEK’s participation in the SEMA Show 2024, please visit www.CTEK.com.

About CTEK

• Established in Dalarna, Sweden, CTEK is the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions.
• CTEK offers products ranging from 12V and 24V battery chargers to charging solutions for electrical vehicles. CTEK’s E-mobility solutions range from individual EV chargers to larger corporate and commercial installations with multiple charging stations, that require load balancing and integrate seamlessly with monitoring and payment equipment.
• CTEK’s products are sold via a carefully selected network of global distributors and retailers: as original equipment; supplied to more than 50 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers; and through charge point operators, property owners and other organizations/individuals providing EV charging infrastructure.
• CTEK takes pride in its unique culture based on a passion for innovation and a deep commitment to supporting the transition to a greener mobility, by adhering to industry leading ESG standards.

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