LAS VEGAS—Las Vegas Sands has released its latest environmental, social and governance (ESG) report, highlighted by the accomplishment of its 2021-2025 ambitions in the areas of workforce development, community volunteerism and carbon emissions reduction. The company’s goals align with its People, Communities and Planet corporate responsibility pillars. At the close of 2025, Sands had spent more than $270 million on workforce development initiatives since 2021, surpassing its People pillar ambition to invest $200 million by 2025. In 2025, the company invested nearly $53 million in programs to advance job skills and career training for Team Members, hospitality industry professionals and...

INTERNATIONAL REPORT—For decades, the hospitality industry has sold a quiet promise: comfort without friction. A guest books a room, checks in, and expects a seamless environment—cool air, hot water, illuminated corridors, refrigerated food, functioning elevators, crisp linen, and the invisible orchestration of logistics that make hospitality feel effortless. Unlike aviation, where travelers have long tolerated fuel surcharges as part of the economics of flight, hotels and restaurants have traditionally concealed the underlying volatility of energy inside a single, curated price. That model is now under pressure. As energy markets become more unstable, logistics more fragile, and geopolitical disturbances more frequent,...

ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating, water treatment and water management, announces the release of the Voltex X Outdoor Split Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH), made in partnership with Panasonic. The Voltex X unit will be joining A. O. Smith’s Voltex family of high efficiency, sustainable products. The Voltex X is a highly versatile member of A. O. Smith’s heat pump lineup. It is a split system design jointly developed by Panasonic and A. O. Smith, leveraging both companies’ core competencies. With the ability to be installed in locations that reach temperatures as low as 25°F,...

LONDON—Pentair plc, a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource, released its 2025 Sustainability Report, reporting on the company’s efforts to build a more resilient future for its business and the planet. In the Report, Pentair highlights its efforts toward Making Better Essential, including the achievement of its Water Stewardship and Product Design for Sustainability targets, with continued progress towards its Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction target. “At Pentair, we believe that water is life’s most essential resource,” said John Stauch, Pentair President and CEO. “This report shares how, together with our customers, we are building a...

VIENNA, VA.—Everged, a North American energy technology company, announced the launch of its Zero Cost Swap Program, a turnkey solution designed to help property owners and site hosts quickly replace broken, outdated, out of warranty, or unsupported electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with modern, networked equipment at zero upfront cost. Unreliable charging experiences is a common theme among the EV community and often cited by skeptics as a major hurdle to expanded adoption. Historical reasons for under-performing chargers have spanned hardware, software, and operational issues but are more recently exacerbated by first generation chargers hitting their end-of-life and several major...

CAMPBELL, CALIF.—ChargePoint, a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions announced the launch of two new offerings: ChargePoint Premier Care and the ChargePoint Support Portal. These services will deliver world-class customer experience for charging providers. ChargePoint Premier Care offers personalized services with a dedicated expert committed to optimizing your charging operations. The ChargePoint Support Portal is a self-service hub designed to give station owners visibility, control, and knowledge to resolve issues more efficiently. “Premier Care and Support Portal bookend ChargePoint’s service offerings for charger management,” said JD Singh, Chief Customer Experience Officer at ChargePoint. “Premier Care allows businesses to streamline...

LEBANON, TENN.—Lochinvar, an industry leader in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces its newest addition to its family of commercial water heating technology with the Regent commercial tankless water heater. Designed to deliver ultra-high efficiency and dependable operation, Regent units meet the evolving demands of commercial water heating systems. Built to handle dynamic heating loads, Regent tankless is available in three models ranging from 500,000 to 1,000,000 BTU/hr. Each unit achieves a thermal efficiency of up to 97 percent and features a turndown ratio of up to 25:1. This modulation range enables the Regent water heater to adapt seamlessly to...

TAMPA, FLA.—Hunters Point Resort & Marina, the nationally recognized waterfront residential community alongside Anna Maria Island, developed by Pearl Homes, has selected Mainsail Lodging & Development to oversee property management and rental operations of 86 net zero energy homes, bringing one of the Southeast’s most experienced hospitality operators to the community. The addition expands Mainsail’s luxury presence on Anna Maria Island, where it operates the Waterline Villas & Marina, Autograph Collection. The relationship pairs Hunters Point with a proven hospitality company that operates an established vacation rental platform and manages award-winning hotels, resorts, and lifestyle-driven properties. “Mainsail’s track record speaks for itself,” said Marshall...

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM—Radisson Hotel Group announced the global roll-out of its Verified Net Zero Hotels (VNZ) program, marking a decisive step-up from the 2025 pilot phase to a structured, multi-year roadmap. The next chapter of the initiative was formally unveiled at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) 2026. Launched as a proof-of-concept to demonstrate that zero status can be achieved in existing hotel buildings, VNZ is now transitioning into a scalable program with a trajectory to achieving 100 Verified Net Zero hotels by 2030. The roadmap includes a phased 2026 roll-out beginning in Norway, followed by Denmark, Sweden, the United Kingdom,...

EAST LONGMEADOW, MASS.—Excel Dryer, Inc. announced that its XLERATOR Hand Dryer has been recognized in the Materials category at the Sustainability in Construction Awards, an award presented by the Ecuadorian local chapter of the Green Building Council, CEES, in partnership with EKOS. Accepted by siblings Belen and Rodrigo Anda of Excel Dryer’s Ecuadorian partner Cecomex, the award highlights building material solutions that help the construction industry worldwide enhance sustainability, efficiency and the health of all people through smarter design and environmental responsibility. The XLERATOR Hand Dryer supports green building goals by reducing reliance on paper towels, lowering waste and helping facilities improve hygiene in high-traffic...