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Klappir and International Carbon Registry (ICR) Announce Strategic Partnership

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REYKJAVIK, Iceland, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Carbon Registry (ICR), an innovative GHG program and a modern registry platform for high quality carbon credits, is excited to announce its partnership with Klappir, a leading sustainability management software provider. This strategic collaboration integrates ICR’s portfolio of carbon credits into Klappir’s platform, enabling corporate buyers to buy and offset their GHG emissions or contribute to future climate actions with unparalleled ease and transparency through Klappir’s marketplace.

In response to the growing demand for actionable, transparent, and impactful sustainability solutions, this collaboration empowers businesses to take responsibility for their carbon footprint by supporting climate actions outside their value chain.

A Seamless Experience for Climate Action

Corporate buyers using Klappir’s platform can now:

Offset Emissions Instantly: Access high quality verified carbon credits from registered projects with the ICR to compensate for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in real-time.Contribute to Future Climate Solutions: Support innovative carbon removal and reduction projects with ex-ante carbon credits, funding the critical work of tomorrow, today.Simplified Carbon Credit Bundles: Choose from pre-designed bundles or customize them to align with corporate sustainability goals, combining offsetting and contributions for a balanced climate impact strategy with direct links to the registry.All credits are delivered to the buyers account at carbonregistry.com for unparallel transparency of reporting emissions and responsible offsetting. 

With ICR’s rigorous GHG program and validation and verification processes, corporate buyers are assured that every credit meets the highest international standards relying on integrity and assurance chain brought , including alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Why This Partnership Matters

Ease of Access and Seamless Integration: The integration embeds ICR’s carbon credit portfolio directly into Klappir’s user interface, making it easier than ever for companies to act on their sustainability goals.Transparency and Trust of High-Integrity Credits: Buyers can track and verify their climate impact through detailed project information, certification, and reporting—ensuring clarity and accountability.Comprehensive Climate Solutions: Businesses can now balance immediate emissions reductions with investments in future-ready climate technologies, creating a dual approach to climate responsibility.Market Leadership: Adopting advanced solutions positions corporations as leaders in sustainability, creating competitive differentiation in an increasingly active market in climate and sustainability issues.

Klappir has established itself as a trusted partner for companies seeking efficient and transparent sustainability reporting. Meanwhile, ICR is one of the few organizations globally that combines a robust GHG program with a fully integrated carbon registry platform built on public blockchain technology, ensuring transparency and full traceability. ICR sets a global benchmark for high-integrity carbon markets. Through its partnership, empower businesses to take measurable, verifiable climate action, supporting impactful projects both globally and in Iceland. This partnership offers a transformative solution for companies committed to addressing emissions and driving meaningful environmental change.

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Jón Ágúst Þorsteinsson, CEO of Klappir:
“At Klappir, we believe that technology is key to driving meaningful environmental action. This partnership with ICR enables us to provide businesses with a seamless way to manage their climate impact and support projects that will shape a sustainable future. It’s about more than compliance, it’s about building resilience and leading by example.”

Guðmundur Sigbergsson, CEO of ICR:
“Partnering with Klappir allows us to expand our mission of making high-integrity carbon credits accessible to a broader audience. Together, we’re empowering businesses to make informed and impactful decisions about their sustainability efforts.”

Take Action Today

Corporate buyers interested in offsetting their emissions or supporting future climate initiatives can explore these new options by visiting the Klappir platform.

About Klappir

Klappir is a sustainability software company headquartered in Iceland, providing innovative tools for businesses to measure, manage, and report their environmental impact. With a commitment to transparency and efficiency, Klappir supports organizations in achieving their sustainability goals.

About International Carbon Registry

Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Iceland, the International Carbon Registry (ICR) is a global leader in registration of climate projects relying on ISO standards and assurance. ICR provides a streamlined platform that accelerates the journey of climate projects from design to delivery via marketplace integrations, pioneering in integrating public blockchain technology ensuring transparency and traceability. 

ICR’s team of experts is passionate about creating real, measurable impact and helping our clients achieve their sustainability goal while advancing its mission of leading the way to a sustainable future and being at the heart of climate innovation.

For more information, visit ICR’s website or follow ICR on LinkedIn.

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Alondra Silva Munoz
Chief Marketing Officer at ICR
alondra@carbonregistry.com

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Global Cloud Industry Outlook worth $1,256.8 billion by 2025- Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to a research report “Global Cloud Industry Outlook 2025: A Preview of the Future of Cloud Innovation” published by MarketsandMarkets, the global cloud industry will grow from USD 1,091.4 billion in 2024 to USD 1,256.8 billion by 2025 at a YoY increase of 15.1%. 

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Cloud Service Providers’ (CSPs’) focus on multi-cloud and hybrid strategies primarily drives the cloud industry in 2025. Looking ahead, the cloud landscape is set for a transformative shift, characterized by the widespread adoption of generative AI, increased competition, and heightened demand for industry-specific solutions.

Cloud developments in 2024 and upcoming predictions in 2025

The cloud market is set for continued growth, driven by increasing adoption in emerging economies and expanding cloud implementations by BFSI firms through both organic and inorganic initiatives. More organizations are turning to multi-cloud and hybrid strategies to boost flexibility and resilience. Meanwhile, the integration of Generative AI with cloud platforms is driving new innovations in services and applications, as competition among Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) heats up, resulting in more specialized and competitive offerings. As cybersecurity risks in the cloud grow, security and compliance will become top priorities. The demand for industry-specific cloud solutions will rise, with retail expected to see the highest growth in the coming years. This growth is reflected in the IT services spending, projected to rise from $1.59 trillion in 2024 to $1.74 trillion in 2025, highlighting the increasing demand for cloud-based solutions across industries. Cloud-native technologies like containers will play a critical role, and managing complex hybrid infrastructures remains a key challenge for CSPs striving for seamless operations.

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AWS, Microsoft, Google, Salesforce, and IBM are the major players in cloud industry, with a 35.1% combined market share in 2023. Other prominent market players are Oracle, SAP, Alibaba Cloud, Adobe and Tencent Cloud. In 2024, key CSPs strive to maintain their cloud leadership positions with new product launches and product enhancements, Gen AI advancements, and strategic deals, partnerships and collaborations. In 2025, cloud providers will continue investments in advanced security and sovereign cloud, hike cloud service prices, launch cloud regions in unexplored countries, and focus on industry-specific cloud offerings.

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North America leads the Cloud Industry, and Asia Pacific experiences the highest YoY growth.

North America dominates the cloud market, as most major CSPs are headquartered in the United States; they are driving the continued adoption of cloud AI, analytics, and digitalization across sectors ranging from healthcare and finance to retail. Europe remains stable in its growth due to market demand for compliance, security, and regulatory solutions that the cloud provides, as well as governmental digital initiatives. Asia Pacific sees the highest year-over-year growth, driven by rapid digitalization, cloud migration in emerging markets, and robust government support. The Middle East and Africa are experiencing significant growth, particularly in the energy and government sectors. Latin America is expanding due to rising demand for cloud services in e-commerce, education, and digital services.

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Purina Awards $125,000 to Five U.S.-Based Pet Startups through 2025 Pet Care Innovation Prize

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Winning startups across the pet industry – from veterinary care to treats and e-commerce – will compete for an additional $25,000 Grand Prize in March

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, five pet care startups from across the country have been named finalists in the ninth annual Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina. Each finalist – which represent startups across the entire pet care spectrum – will receive $25,000 and mentorship support from Purina, a global leader in pet care, as the startups work to scale their businesses in the growing $324.19 billion* global pet care industry.

The 2025 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners were selected from nearly 150 applicants from around the world. This year’s winners are: 

VEA: Based in Alexandria, Va., VEA is an AI-driven platform designed to predict disease, generate diagnostic plans and support nutrition for longevity. VEA also aims to solve workflow and documentation challenges for clinical staff, reducing the number of clicks it takes to complete exams and enabling veterinary teams to focus more on patient care.Maven: New York-based Maven is the first vet-recommended health sensor capable of continuously monitoring pets’ well-being and identifying early, clinically relevant changes. With these insights, pet owners and clinic teams can diagnose issues sooner and treat more effectively, helping pets live healthier, happier lives.Ten Lives: San Francisco-based Ten Lives produces the cleanest animal proteins for cats. Using microbes to convert sugar to protein, Ten Lives develops the same proteins naturally found in prey such as rabbit, fish and lamb, made without animals in human-grade precision fermentation facilities.ShopDot Pet: Based in Missoula, Mont., ShopDot Pet is a platform that allows neighborhood pet care providers such as groomers, trainers and vets to generate additional revenue by easily selling pet essentials without the heavy costs of inventory or shipping. ShopDot Pet enables pet service businesses and great pet brands to collaborate and sell more together.Yak9 Chews: Based in Austin, Tex., Yak9 Chews is an award-winning premium pet brand dedicated to crafting all-natural, long-lasting cheese chews for dogs, made from simple, real and ethically sourced ingredients.

In addition to the $25,000 in non-dilutive prize money, each of the five startup winners also receives mentorship from the Pet Care Innovation team at Purina and Active Capital, as well as the opportunity to participate in an accelerator boot camp at Purina’s headquarters in St. Louis, MO, which features sessions with Purina’s top pet experts and influential voices across the pet care industry.

“At Purina, our commitment to enriching the lives of pets and their people is strengthened through collaboration with innovative startups, such as the incredible cohort of this year’s Pet Care Innovation Prize finalists,” said Patrick Mullen, co-lead of Purina’s 9 Square Ventures group and vice president of strategic planning at Purina. “These passionate pet care entrepreneurs are tackling challenges in a variety of areas that all have the opportunity to help pets and those who are passionate about them thrive. We are excited to partner with these companies to foster their growth and success in the continuously growing and competitive pet care landscape.”

The five finalists will compete for an additional $25,000 grand prize this March at a pitch competition at Global Pet Expo, an annual trade show presented by the American Pet Products Association and the Pet Industry Distributors Association, where each startup will present to Purina executives, industry influencers and investors.

Purina, through its 9 Square Ventures corporate venturing group, partnered with investing leaders at Active Capital to create the Pet Care Innovation Prize in 2016. The effort provides financial support and mentorship opportunities for early-stage companies that are defining the future of pet care through novel products or services that provide meaningful solutions in the areas of pet health and wellness, services, technology, food, treats and litter.

9 Square Ventures leverages Purina’s knowledge, experience, and financial resources to help emerging pet care startups scale their businesses and make a positive impact on the lives of as many pets and their owners as possible. The group has been steadily investing millions of dollars in a diverse set of early-stage pet care startups since it was founded in 2014. 

For more information about the Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina, visit https://petcareinnovation.net.

*From Precedence Research 

About Purina
Nestlé Purina PetCare creates richer lives for pets and the people who love them. Founded in 1894, Purina has helped dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives by offering scientifically based nutritional innovations. 

Purina manufactures some of the world’s most trusted and popular pet care products, including Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Friskies and Tidy Cats. Our more than 11,000 U.S. associates take pride in our trusted pet food, treat and litter brands that feed 46 million dogs and 68 million cats every year. Nearly 500 Purina scientists, veterinarians, and pet care experts ensure our commitment to unsurpassed quality and nutrition.

Over the past five years, Purina has contributed more than $150 million towards organizations that bring, and keep, people and pets together, as well as those that help our communities and environment thrive. Purina is part of Nestlé, a global leader in Nutrition, Health and Wellness. For more information, visit purina.com or subscribe here to get the latest Purina news.

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Active Capital is a St. Louis-based impact investing leader, helping startups and investors come together to grow innovative products and initiatives. Active Capital manages the Pet Care Innovation Prize.

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East Baton Rouge Parish Becomes INdigital’s First NGCS Customer in Louisiana

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BATON ROUGE, La. and FORT WAYNE, Ind., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — INdigital, a leading provider of advanced 911 solutions, is proud to announce that East Baton Rouge Parish has become the company’s first Next-Generation Core Services (NGCS) customer in Louisiana. This milestone underscores INdigital’s commitment to delivering innovative and reliable emergency communication solutions across the state.

East Baton Rouge Parish Communications District’s decision to select INdigital as their NGCS provider was driven by INdigital’s proven track record of delivering reliable and innovative communication solutions. “INdigital stood out with its advanced technology and infrastructure, which align with our vision for a modernized 911 communication system that can efficiently handle our community’s increasing demands,” said Jim Verlander East Baton Rouge Parish Communication District Director.

Next-Generation Core Services transform traditional 911 systems by enabling advanced features such as multimedia communication, enhanced location accuracy, and seamless interoperability. These innovations are designed to better serve residents and first responders during critical situations.

“This partnership with East Baton Rouge Parish reinforces our commitment to helping public safety answering points (PSAPs) stay at the forefront of 911 technology,” said Eric Hartman, Executive Vice President at INdigital. “By embracing NGCS, East Baton Rouge is ensuring their community benefits from faster, more accurate, and more resilient emergency communications.”

Looking ahead, the NGCS project is expected to shape the future of emergency communications across Louisiana. “We envision a seamless network that enhances real-time information sharing, swiftly and efficiently enabling access to critical data across jurisdictional lines. This will not only improve response times during emergencies but also facilitate better coordination among first responder agencies,” said Verlander. “As we move forward, the innovative technologies of Next Generation Core Services will undoubtedly shape a safer and more connected future for all Louisianans.”

INdigital’s expansion into Louisiana’s NGCS market marks a significant growth milestone. With existing partnerships in the state, this latest collaboration showcases INdigital’s ability to adapt its state-of-the-art solutions to meet local needs while maintaining a national standard of excellence.

For more information about INdigital and its services, visit indigital.net.

About INdigital
INdigital is a leading provider of 911 solutions, dedicated to improving public safety through innovative technology. With a focus on delivering reliable, scalable, and advanced communication systems, INdigital supports emergency service agencies across the country in their mission to save lives.

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