NEW YORK, May 14, 2026 /3BL/ - SmartEnergy, LLC is deepening its commitment to renewable energy and environmental stewardship through its long-standing partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. Together, they have helped to plant more than 660,000 trees in the communities SmartEnergy serves, bringing lasting environmental and social benefits to these areas.
3BL Sustainability News
Rebuilding the Future With the New Circularity Blueprint
This article is authored by Jenelle Shapiro, Sustainability and Circularity Leader, Trane Technologies.
Every year, the world throws away over 2 billion tons of waste. That number is expected to increase to 3.4 billion tons by 2050. This has far-reaching consequences: wasted resources, lost business value, increased emissions and polluted ecosystems.
Universal Destinations & Experiences and the University of Central Florida Introduce New School to Develop the Future Leaders of Themed Entertainment and Immersive Experiences
ORLANDO, Fla., May 13, 2026 /3BL/ - Universal Destinations & Experiences, the company behind some of the world’s most immersive entertainment experiences across global theme park and resort destinations and other new ventures, and the University of Central Florida, one of the most innovative universities in the country, introduce the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation. Through a $10 million investment, the school is a catalyst to help develop future industry leaders, ushering in the next era of themed entertainment.
New Industry Study, Identifies Path to Cut Cumulative Automotive Refrigerant Emissions Across Europe by ≈50% Between 2030-2050
A new industry study released today and developed by a technical working group co-led by The Chemours Company (Chemours) and Solstice Advanced Materials Inc., finds that refrigerant emissions from automotive air conditioning systems in Europe could be reduced by up to 60%+ annual
How Recycled Cartons Become Useful Everyday Products
Recycling programs continue to improve and become more accessible, increasing opportunities for everyone to do their part in giving materials a second life and reducing waste. In 2025 alone, nearly 2.5 million additional households gained the ability to recycle food and beverage cartons.
New G&A Resource Paper Prepares Companies for UK Sustainability Reporting Standards
NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 /3BL/ - With the UK’s adoption of new Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS), sustainability consulting and research firm Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A) has issued a resource paper to help companies prepare.
Earth Month 2026: How Everpure Employees Took Action Around the World
During Earth Month 2026, Everpure deepened its commitment to sustainability as employees worldwide volunteered in initiatives focused on climate action, renewable energy education, ecosystem restoration, and circular economy projects.
Military Appreciation Profile: Spotlighting Kyle Naser’s Dual Commitment to Mission and Excellence
For more than twelve years, Kyle Naser has dedicated himself to serving both his country and CACI’s mission. Today, he balances two demanding careers — serving in the Army National Guard while working at CACI as a customer satisfaction analyst with the company’s Operational Excellence team. His story reflects a deep sense of purpose, resilience, and commitment to continuous growth.
Bear-y Good News: FedEx Helps Welcome Cub No. 3 to North Carolina Museum
The Museum of Life and Science received a one-year-old male American black bear cub for its Explore the Wild: Black Bear habitat. The 110-pound cub joins the Museum’s two adult black bears, Little (5) and Murray (3).
Inside PNC’s Bilingual Approach to Early Learning
More than 20% of U.S. households speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish by far the most common. Families are also more likely to engage with educational materials when those resources are available in their first language.

