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Sustainable Development Capital LLP Announces Minority Investment from General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero Fund

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General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero fund is to acquire 24.9% of SDCL, subject to regulatory approvalAs part of its investment, General Atlantic BeyondNetZero Managing Director Michael Bevan will join SDCL’s board of directorsSeparately, Tony Davis, CEO & CIO of Inherent Group and a co-founder of Anchorage Capital Group, has become a shareholder of SDCL and will serve as an advisor to the CompanyThese investments reinforce SDCL’s position as a preeminent investment firm focused on efficient and decentralised generation of energy (“EDGE”) markets

LONDON and NEW YORK , June 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sustainable Development Capital LLP (“SDCL” or the “Company”), a market leading developer, investor and fund manager focused on energy efficiency and decarbonisation solutions globally, is pleased to announce a minority investment from General Atlantic, a leading global growth investor, through the firm’s BeyondNetZero climate growth fund. General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero fund is to acquire 24.9% of SDCL, subject to regulatory approval. The transaction is expected to complete in the coming months.

SDCL’s core strategy is to develop and invest in sustainable energy infrastructure assets that reduce cost and carbon emissions and improve the reliability of energy supply to a diverse range of customers. SDCL, which has assets under management of $2.5 billion, has a proven track record in delivering solutions for major technology, healthcare, commercial, industrial, and public sector clients. Solutions include enterprise and hyper-scale data centres, hospitals, heavy and light industrial facilities, universities, warehouses, and hotels.

The Company deploys a wide range of commercially proven technologies such as on-site renewables including solar paired with storage, renewable heat and cogeneration, as well as energy conservation measures such as LED lighting, energy efficient heating and cooling, motors, building management systems and controls. Notable clients have included Citigroup, Santander, the UK National Health Service, the Irish Health Service Executive, Tesco, Rolls Royce, ArcelorMittal, and Panasonic.

General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero fund combines the firm’s global platform and growth orientation with a dedicated team of investors and industry executives across the climate and energy sectors. The fund identifies and supports growth companies delivering innovative climate solutions that have the potential to meet and exceed net-zero emissions targets, with a focus on decarbonization, energy efficiency, resource conservation and emissions management. Following this new investment, General Atlantic will partner with SDCL to support the buildout of the Company’s operating capabilities to help drive its next phase of expansion.

As part of the transaction, General Atlantic Managing Director Michael Bevan will join SDCL’s board of directors. Mr. Bevan brings with him over 25 years of experience exclusively focused on sustainable growth investing. Previously, he was a General Partner at Element Partners, a firm dedicated to growth equity investing in environmental businesses.

In addition to the investment from General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero fund, Tony Davis, CEO & CIO of Inherent Group and a co-founder of Anchorage Capital Group, will also become a shareholder of the Company and act as an advisor to the firm.

Jonathan Maxwell, CEO of Sustainable Development Capital LLP, said: “SDCL is delighted to partner with General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero team. We believe that resource efficiency is key to sustainability and that energy efficiency is one of the largest, fastest, cheapest, and cleanest source of greenhouse gas emission reductions, energy cost reductions and energy security.[1] The world cannot reach net zero, or beyond, without it. This fact is key to SDCL and BeyondNetZero’s strategies.

“Supported by General Atlantic’s vision, track record and expertise in technology and investment, BeyondNetZero is a complementary partner to help SDCL deliver on its ambitions to develop and invest in the most efficient and decentralized energy solutions for our clients, and to continue to deliver strong and sustainable returns for our investors in doing so.

We’re also delighted to have welcomed Tony Davis onboard as a shareholder, whose considerable expertise in sustainable investing and private equity will help support the SDCL Private Equity and its infrastructure investment teams.”

Michael Bevan, Managing Director at General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero, said: “We are excited to support Jonathan and the SDCL team in their mission to develop scalable net zero solutions. Energy efficiency is a critical, but too often overlooked, component of the solution set that will enable the global energy economy to transition to net-zero, and we believe this market needs both real asset capital and growth equity to power transformational change. SDCL has built a differentiated platform led by a leading management team that has a demonstrable track record of execution and returns. We look forward to helping SDCL scale its ability to provide capital solutions of all kinds to clients across the energy efficiency markets.”

Emanuel Citron, Managing Partner of SDCL Private Equity, said, “Energy efficiency is as important to the energy transition as adding clean new supply. SDCL is expert in developing and managing sustainable energy projects for critical uses, and as asset owners, we know which technologies, services and software are critical to their efficient operation. We have known the BeyondNetZero team for years and believe that with their partnership, we hope to back the best of these businesses and to enable the further scaling of energy efficiency solutions worldwide.” 

SDCL was represented by Herbert Smith Freehills. Jefferies International Limited acted as sole financial adviser to SDCL on the transaction. General Atlantic was represented by Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer with additional support from Deloitte.

General Atlantic joins Emigrant Partners, a New York based strategic capital provider that invested into SDCL in 2022, as an investor in the Company.

Jenny Souza, CEO & President of Emigrant Partners said, “We are thrilled to see SDCL continue to experience impressive growth and success, while also being such a thoughtful and impactful organization. We have been tremendous believers in the SDCL leadership team and their long-term vision since we first provided strategic capital to SDCL in 2022; we are excited to continue our partnership with the SDCL team alongside General Atlantic.”

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About Sustainable Development Capital LLP

SDCL was established in 2007 and has a proven track record of financing and developing clean energy, energy efficiency, and decentralised energy infrastructure projects in the UK, Continental Europe, North America, and Asia. SDCL is headquartered in London and has an AUM of over $2.5 billion. The group and its investment vehicles also operate worldwide from offices in New York, Greenwich, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Singapore. SDCL is authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority. SDCL’s Founder and CEO is Jonathan Maxwell, whose book, ‘The Edge: how competition for resources is pushing the world, and its climate, to the brink, and what we can do about it’ was published in 2023.

About General Atlantic and BeyondNetZero

General Atlantic is a leading global growth investor with more than four decades of experience providing capital and strategic support for over 500 growth companies throughout its history. Established in 1980 to partner with visionary entrepreneurs and deliver lasting impact, the firm combines a collaborative global approach, sector specific expertise, a long-term investment horizon and a deep understanding of growth drivers to partner with great entrepreneurs and management teams to scale innovative businesses around the world. BeyondNetZero is the climate growth fund of General Atlantic that invests in growth companies delivering innovative climate solutions that have the potential to meet and exceed net-zero emissions targets, with a focus on decarbonization, energy efficiency, resource conservation and emissions management. General Atlantic has approximately $84 billion in assets under management inclusive of all products as of March 31, 2024, and more than 300 investment professionals. For more information on General Atlantic, please visit: www.generalatlantic.com.

[1]  https://www.iea.org/commentaries/how-energy-efficiency-will-power-net-zero-climate-goals

 

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Keuka College Notifies Individuals of Data Security Incident

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KEUKA PARK, N.Y., Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Keuka College has learned of a data security incident that may have involved personal information.

On April 25, 2024, the College identified suspicious activity within its network environment and immediately took steps to secure the environment, restore its systems, and began an investigation to determine the nature and scope of the issue. Keuka College also engaged independent cybersecurity specialists to assist with the process. The comprehensive investigation, which concluded on August 21, 2024, could not determine definitively whether personal information related to current and former students and employees was affected.

Keuka College maintains a variety of records which can include: name, Social Security number, Driver’s license number, student id number, financial account information, and date of birth. Current students and employees were contacted by the College in May and provided with one year of free credit and identity monitoring services.

Keuka College has established a toll-free call center to answer questions about the incident and address related concerns. Call center representatives are available Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Eastern Time and can be reached at 1-833-913-7557. Please be prepared to provide the engagement number, B131983, for reference.

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TeraBox Celebrates 2nd Anniversary of Its Massively Popular Referral Program

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Continuously expanding webmaster signups, especially in multiple regions, along with new highs in webmaster payouts, has ensured the smooth operation and continuous development of the project.

TOKYO, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TeraBox (“TeraBox” or “the Company”), a globally trusted cloud storage service headquartered in Tokyo, recently celebrated the second anniversary of its hugely popular Referral Program, a testament to the smooth operation and continuous development of the project. The number of webmaster signups, including in multiple new regions, continued to increase steadily with webmaster payouts reaching new highs.

TeraBox reveals some of its impressive Referral Program data.

TeraBox’s total number of webmasters worldwide reached over one million.The highest daily income of webmasters reached over $10,000, with the top earner making nearly $180,000.The total number of shares by all webmasters exceeds 500 million.

The network of webmasters spans across the globe, including countries such as India, Indonesia, the United States, Latin America, Middle East, and South Korea. Moreover, as TeraBox’s influence continues to grow, the platform is excited to welcome many new webmasters from an expanding range of countries and regions.

TeraBox has achieved significant milestones, demonstrating its sustainable growth and increasing user impact. The journey started with the Webmaster Center launch in August 2022. Following this, several optimizations were implemented, including a self-withdrawal feature that simplified earnings management for webmasters and increased their engagement. Additionally, the Growth Analysis tool provided webmasters with valuable insights into their operational performance, enabling more effective decision-making.

As a result of these enhancements, both the number of participating webmasters and their earnings have seen remarkable increases. Looking ahead, the upcoming launch of the Webmaster App in September 2024 is set to further elevate user engagement and convenience, solidifying TeraBox’s position as an industry leader.

About TeraBox

TeraBox, developed by Flextech Inc. in Japan, is a leading global cloud storage solution. Headquartered in Tokyo, TeraBox proudly serves over 320 million users globally, providing an easy yet powerful way to store and manage data. With its generous 1TB of free storage, TeraBox ensures that your files are safe, secure, and accessible from anywhere. As a secure, reliable, and convenient service, TeraBox is certified with ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 27018, offering individual users around the world the opportunity to register for 1TB (1024GB) of free storage.

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Industrial Rack and Pinion Market to Grow by USD 998.6 Million (2024-2028), AI Redefining Market Landscape Amid Rising Demand for Machine Tools – Technavio

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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report with market evolution powered by AI- The global industrial rack and pinion market size is estimated to grow by USD 998.6 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 9.45%  during the forecast period. Growth of industrial manufacturing leading to increase in demand for machine tools is driving market growth, with a trend towards increasing demand for stairlifts in offices. However, availability of substitutes for rack and pinion systems  poses a challenge. Key market players include Apex Dynamics Inc., ATLANTA Antriebssysteme GmbH, B and B Manufacturing Inc., Commercial Gear and Sprocket Co. Inc., GAM Enterprises Inc., Gudel Group AG, HMK Automation Group Ltd., Kohara Gear Industry Co. Ltd., Lomar Machine and Tool Co., MIJNO PRECISION GEARING SAS, Nexen Group Inc., Nidec Corp., P R Components Pvt. Ltd., Pearl Engineers, REDEX Group, Reliance Precision Ltd., Sati SpA, Shri Butbhavani Engineering, Statewide Bearings, and Yuan Yi Chang Machinery Co. Ltd..

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Industrial Rack And Pinion Market Scope

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Details

Base year

2023

Historic period

2018 – 2022

Forecast period

2024-2028

Growth momentum & CAGR

Accelerate at a CAGR of 9.45%

Market growth 2024-2028

USD 998.6 million

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth 2022-2023 (%)

8.41

Regional analysis

APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America

Performing market contribution

APAC at 41%

Key countries

China, US, Germany, India, and Canada

Key companies profiled

Apex Dynamics Inc., ATLANTA Antriebssysteme GmbH, B and B Manufacturing Inc., Commercial Gear and Sprocket Co. Inc., GAM Enterprises Inc., Gudel Group AG, HMK Automation Group Ltd., Kohara Gear Industry Co. Ltd., Lomar Machine and Tool Co., MIJNO PRECISION GEARING SAS, Nexen Group Inc., Nidec Corp., P R Components Pvt. Ltd., Pearl Engineers, REDEX Group, Reliance Precision Ltd., Sati SpA, Shri Butbhavani Engineering, Statewide Bearings, and Yuan Yi Chang Machinery Co. Ltd.

Market Driver

The industrial rack and pinion market is experiencing growth due to the increasing demand for stairlifts in commercial and industrial applications. Stairlifts are essential for employees who face difficulties climbing stairs in multi-level industrial facilities. Arthritis, joint stiffness, and injuries are common reasons for this challenge. While elevators are an option, not all industrial buildings have them, especially those with only a few floors above the ground level. Stairlifts offer a cost-effective solution for such facilities, enabling employees to access upper floors with ease. These devices utilize long pieces of straight and curved racks and large pinions, leading to an increased demand for rack and pinion systems in the industrial sector. As a result, the global industrial rack and pinion market is poised for growth during the forecast period. 

The Industrial Rack and Pinion Market is witnessing significant growth due to its extensive applications in various industries. Key sectors driving this market include machine tools, actuators, process industries, material handling, offices, and stairlifts. Rack and pinion systems offer precise rotary and linear motion, making them ideal for machine tools and actuators. In process industries, they are used in drive trains and condition monitoring systems for IoT applications. ZHY Gear, a leading industrial gear manufacturer, specializes in rack and pinion gears for diverse industries. Their zero backlash gearboxes are popular in wind turbine gearboxes, motor technology, and construction equipment. Furthermore, rack and pinion systems are used in power plants, oilfields, and offices for material handling and stairlifts. The integration of IoT technology in these systems enhances efficiency and productivity. 

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Market Challenges

The industrial rack and pinion market involves the production and sale of linear actuation mechanisms that convert rotary motion into linear motion. Rack and pinion systems are a common choice due to their ability to provide fast movement over long lengths without excessive vibration. However, alternatives such as ball screws and lead screws also exist, each with their unique advantages and disadvantages. Ball screw systems offer smooth and almost friction-free movement but can vibrate at high speeds and longer lengths. In contrast, rack and pinion systems have high friction and a risk of backlash if the pinion does not properly engage with the rack. Ultimately, the choice between these mechanisms depends on the specific requirements of end-users, with some preferring smooth and friction-free systems, while others prioritize high-speed operation. The presence of multiple substitutes and the varying needs of end-users may hinder the growth of the global industrial rack and pinion market during the forecast period.The Industrial Rack and Pinion Market caters to various industries such as power plants, oilfields, machine tools, process industries, material handling, offices, and more. Two primary types of motion – rotary and linear – are served by this market. Key applications include actuators, stairlifts, and industrial gear in wind turbine gearboxes. Challenges in this sector include ensuring zero backlash for precise motion control, integrating IoT and condition monitoring technologies, and catering to diverse industries like motor technology, drive trains, and construction equipment. Notable players in the market include ZHY Gear, addressing the needs of power plants, oilfields, and other sectors with their high-quality rack and pinion solutions.

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Segment Overview

This industrial rack and pinion market report extensively covers market segmentation by

Product 1.1 Machine tools1.2 Linear actuation and guideways1.3 Material handlingType 2.1 Alloy steel2.2 Carbon steel2.3 Stainless steel2.4 Aluminum alloy2.5 PlasticGeography 3.1 APAC3.2 Europe3.3 North America3.4 Middle East and Africa3.5 South America

1.1 Machine tools-  The Industrial Rack and Pinion Market refers to the business sector that produces and sells rack and pinion systems for industrial applications. These systems consist of a rack, which is a flat bar with teeth, and a pinion, which is a gear that meshes with the rack. Rack and pinion systems are used in various industries, including material handling, automotive, and construction, to convert rotary motion into linear motion. The market for these systems is driven by factors such as increasing automation in industries and growing demand for efficient material handling solutions. Companies in this market offer customized solutions to meet specific industry requirements.

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Research Analysis

The Industrial Rack and Pinion Market encompasses various industries including machine tools, actuators, process industries, material handling, stairlifts, offices, and more. Rack and pinion systems are essential components in these industries, providing rotary and linear motion solutions. They are used in machine tools for precise positioning and in actuators for industrial automation. In process industries, they are employed for valve actuation and pump drives. For material handling, they offer zero backlash and high torque for efficient conveyor systems. In the construction industry, rack and pinion systems are used in cranes and hoists. In the realm of renewable energy, they are integral to wind turbine gearboxes. Motor technology and drive trains also utilize rack and pinion systems for efficient power transmission. IoT and condition monitoring systems enhance the performance and reliability of rack and pinion applications. Industrial gear manufacturers like ZHY Gear produce high-quality rack and pinion systems for diverse industries.

Market Research Overview

The Industrial Rack and Pinion Market encompasses various industries and applications, including machine tools, actuators, process industries, material handling, stairlifts, offices, and more. Rack and pinion systems provide rotary and linear motion solutions, essential in industries that require precise and efficient power transmission. These systems are integral to machine tools for accurate positioning and movement. In material handling, they power conveyor belts and other automated systems. Actuators, such as those used in process industries, rely on rack and pinion for precise control and zero backlash. The market also caters to IoT and condition monitoring systems, enhancing industrial gear efficiency and performance. ZHY Gear, a leading manufacturer, offers rack and pinion solutions for diverse applications, from wind turbine gearboxes to motor technology and drive trains. Construction equipment, power plants, oilfields, and various other industries benefit from the reliability of rack and pinion systems.

Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation

ProductMachine ToolsLinear Actuation And GuidewaysMaterial HandlingTypeAlloy SteelCarbon SteelStainless SteelAluminum AlloyPlasticGeographyAPACEuropeNorth AmericaMiddle East And AfricaSouth America

7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Company Landscape
11 Company Analysis
12 Appendix

About Technavio

Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions.

With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio’s report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio’s comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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