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Climate and Carbon Litigation Trends
The Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance
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July 7, 2025
Introduction Litigation involving climate-related claims and initiatives remains a source of exposure for companies across all sectors. As the Trump administration reshuffles federal priorities, we expect that consumer litigation and “blue state”...
Secretary Naig Announces New Water Quality Project in Central Iowa’s Beaver Creek Watershed
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
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July 8, 2025
Three-year watershed project is upstream from the Des Moines Metro and will add nitrate-reducing conservation practices and incentivize the use of cover crops DES MOINES, Iowa (July 8, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced...
CodaPet expands compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services in Des Moines, IA
EIN Presswire
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July 2, 2025
The veterinarian-owned startup empowers a network of veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia to ease the passing of pets at home, surrounded by loved ones. DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new veterinarian...
HVAC Specialist Dale Admas of Triple A Home Services Shares Insights on SEER Rating and AC Efficiency in HelloNation
EIN Presswire
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July 11, 2025
What should homeowners consider when choosing a new air conditioning unit in terms of long-term energy savings? NORWALK, IA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- What should homeowners consider when choosing a new air conditioning...
Alan-1 Inc. and DSM Arcade Unleash Soda Slam! – A Fizzy New Arcade Sensation Now Available Worldwide
EIN Presswire
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July 11, 2025
Soda Slam is a new video arcade & redemption game that serves as Alan-1’s third arcade product release, available in two models TOOELE, UT, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Alan-1 Inc., in collaboration with DSM Arcade, is...
Family Enterprise USA Creates Advisory Board to Educate Lawmakers on Critical Tax, Economic Policies
EIN Presswire
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July 11, 2025
Four Member Group Offers Government Affairs, Community Relations, Entrepreneur, and Regulatory Insights WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Family Enterprise USA, advocates on Capitol Hill for family-owned...
Iowa farmers hope for open dialogues between US, China
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Just northeast of Des Moines lies the Kimberley family farm, a long-standing symbol of American agriculture. With its expansive grain bins, family-branded trucks, and recognizable green John Deere machinery, the farm reflects both...
Huether’s ‘The River’ Selected for Public Art Installation In New Des Moines International Airport Terminal
EIN Presswire
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June 25, 2025
Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation and Des Moines Airport Authority select Huether’s “The River” as the large-scale suspended art for its new terminal. DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Greater Des...
CN to Invest $38 Million in Iowa to Build Capacity and Power Sustainable Growth
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 30, 2025
HOMEWOOD, Ill., June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today plans to invest approximately US$38 million in Iowa, as part of its 2025 capital investment program. This investment will support track maintenance and...
Black Hills Corp. Releases 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report Highlighting Progress on Climate Goals and Innovation
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 26, 2025
RAPID CITY, S.D., June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) today announced the release of its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, showcasing the company’s continued commitment to a resilient energy future through safe,...
Gevo’s RNG Subsidiary Closes $40 Million in New Bond Sales, Refinances Debt, and Strengthens Gevo Balance Sheet
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 10, 2025
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) is pleased to announce that Barclays Capital Inc. has purchased $40 million of newly issued non-recourse tax-exempt private activity bonds (the “2025 Bonds”) issued by...
Secretary Naig to Present the Stripe Family with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
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July 9, 2025
Decatur County cattle and crop farmers recognized for their commitment to conservation, animal care, and community involvement DES MOINES, Iowa (July 9, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor...
WNC & Associates and Commonwealth Development Corporation of America Launch Affordable Living Project in Charles City, Iowa
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 18, 2025
CHARLES CITY, Iowa, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WNC & Associates (WNC), a family-owned business known as both a pioneer and leader in the affordable housing industry, and Commonwealth Development Corporation of America, have begun...
Secretary Naig to Present the Kaldenberg Family with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
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July 1, 2025
Eighth generation Monroe County crop and livestock farmers are leaders for Iowa agriculture locally and globally DES MOINES, Iowa (July 1, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Tim...
2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneers Announced 39 Changemakers from 27 Countries Forging a New Future for Food
EIN Presswire
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June 24, 2025
The second annual Top Agri-food Pioneers (TAP) List announced DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- From Australia to Zimbabwe, 39 visionary scientists, farmers, policy advisors, entrepreneurs and humanitarians have...
HON Unveils Material Trends Reshaping the Workspace
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 8, 2025
Muscatine, IA, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today’s offices go beyond mere workspaces—they foster opportunities for employees to collaborate and learn, and for companies to express their values. As more people and brands alike embrace...
Attorney General Ford Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Meta to Protect Users from Fraudulent Investment Ads
Nevada Attorney General
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July 8, 2025
Carson City, NV — Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford joined a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general in calling on Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta) to protect people from fraudulent investment ads appearing on Facebook. In their letter...
Redwood Living, Inc. recognized nationally and locally for outstanding workplace culture
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 8, 2025
Independence, Ohio, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Redwood Living, Inc. has once again been recognized as an exceptional employer, earning two major honors that reflect its commitment to creating a people-first workplace. These recognitions,...
Aptia Group Continues Aptia Serves Philanthropic Initiative With Urbandale, IA Garden Beautification
EIN Presswire
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July 2, 2025
Aptia Group employee volunteers serve Urbandale, IA community with garden beautification to give back to the local community. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aptia, a leading provider of HR and benefits solutions,...
Secretary Naig Issues Statement on Trump Administration’s Record Proposed RFS Volumes
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
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June 13, 2025
DES MOINES, Iowa (June 13, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today issued the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released record proposed renewable volume obligations (RVO) within the Renewable Fuel...