DULUTH, MINN.—As part of its ongoing commitment to preserve the environment and foster appreciation for the outdoors, Duluth-based Loll Designs presented its latest donation to Chester Bowl Improvement Club, marking a milestone $100,000 in donations over the past five years to the beloved local park through Loll’s 1% for the Planet partnership. “We believe it is important to give back to our community and our planet,” said Eric Swanson, CEO of Loll Designs. “This year we are proud to once again support Chester Bowl Improvement Club’s programs for the Duluth community to appreciate and engage with nature in a healthy...

GLENS FALLS, N.Y.—Sustainable PR (SPR), a specialized “green” public relations firm, is expanding its team and client base to meet the increasing need for environmental advocacy. This growth comes as landmark climate laws face challenges and clients in clean tech, food service, and renewable energy sectors intensify their advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels. SPR has appointed Matthew Matyjek as Director of Media Relations and Carly Vallet as Associate Account Manager. Matyjek will oversee media relations and the accounts team, Vallet will support media and community relations. “These additions enhance our capacity to meet client needs in a rapidly...

COMMERCE, CALIF.—Nora Lighting, a leading name in the lighting industry, announces the launch of its latest product line, the Apollo Series, a specification grade recessed lighting solution. This new collection introduces a sleek, three-inch aperture that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge LED technology with architectural-grade finishes and advanced optics. “The Apollo Series represents a significant advancement in recessed lighting for Nora,” said Fred Farzan, President of Nora Lighting. “By combining sleek design with state-of-the-art LED technology and versatile installation options, we’ve created a solution that meets the evolving needs of modern architectural spaces.” Designed to meet the diverse needs of both residential and...

DALTON, GA.—J+J Flooring has added a product category to their repertoire with the Positive Impact collection—the company’s first bio-based resilient offering. Manufactured largely from plant-based oils such as canola or castor and naturally occurring mineral components such as chalk (an ideal filler), Positive Impact is likely to leave a lasting influence on design not seen since the launch of Kinetex. Similar to the release of Kinetex (also PVC-free and another sustainable option, made with 45 percent post-consumer recycled content) back in 2013, new sets of testing and production standards needed to be developed for this heterogeneous commercial-rated polyurethane collection. When it...

KEHL, GERMANY—ADA Cosmetics has been officially selected as a Preferred Vendor by Green Key Global, marking a major milestone in the brand’s sustainability journey. This prestigious recognition positions ADA as a trusted supplier for hotels committed to eco-conscious operations—offering audit-ready, environmentally responsible amenities that align with Green Key’s rigorous sustainability standards. This exclusive status underscores ADA Cosmetics’ role as an industry leader in sustainable innovation. Most notably, the company offers the first Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver product portfolio in the hotel amenities sector—a groundbreaking achievement that reflects ADA Cosmetics’ commitment to creating safe, circular, and socially responsible products. Green Key Global’s Preferred Vendor Program identifies...

WARSAW—Diversey, a Solenis company, announces Diego Roggero, General Manager of Portrait Milano, as the recipient of the 2025 Sustainability Award, presented in collaboration with the European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA). Roggero’s visionary leadership has redefined what sustainability can look like in the luxury sector. At the heart of Milan, in a restored 16th-century seminary, Portrait Milano has become a model for circular hospitality. Examples of their great work include: Reviving Ancient Ingenuity: Rainwater Reuse Cuts Irrigation Water Use by 70 percent—Drawing inspiration from the building’s history as a self-sufficient seminary, the hotel brought a centuries-old cistern back to life. Now holding up to...

KEHL, GERMANY—Hotel guests can now experience an elevated level of personal luxury with the introduction of SmartCare—the world’s most hygienic and sustainable dispenser system—to the Balmain Signature Hotel Collection. This launch marks a significant milestone in the partnership between ADA Cosmetics and Balmain Hair, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence. With every detail thoughtfully curated to enhance comfort and sophistication, the Balmain Signature Hotel Collection invites guests to indulge in unforgettable moments of personal luxury. Now, this experience is further enriched through SmartCare—a groundbreaking addition that aligns perfectly with the collection’s high standards in design and performance. The...

SWORDS, IRELAND—Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate by CDP, earning a place on its annual ‘A List’ for the third consecutive year. Of the record 22,400 companies that received a climate score this year, Trane Technologies is distinguished as part of the 2 percent of scored companies to earn an ‘A’ rating. CDP’s rigorous scoring process assesses the comprehensiveness of disclosure, awareness and management of environmental risks, and the demonstration of best practices in environmental leadership, including setting ambitious and meaningful targets. “Achieving CDP’s prestigious ‘A List’ recognition underscores Trane...

GREENSBORO, N.C.—UNIFI, Inc., the makers of REPREVE and one of the world’s leading innovators in recycled and synthetic yarns, launches REPREVE with CiCLO technology, recycled polyester and nylon embedded with a biodegradable technology that enables synthetics to break down naturally. REPREVE with CiCLO technology was created in collaboration with Intrinsic Advanced Materials, LLC, a joint venture between Parkdale Advanced Materials, Inc. and Intrinsic Textiles Group, LLC. REPREVE with CiCLO technology is enhanced with a patented additive at the fiber level that allows synthetic yarns to mimic natural materials such as wool. This will enable them to break down in environments such...

ALPHARETTA, GA.—LX Hausys America Inc., an innovative manufacturer of building and decorative materials, announced that its ForestFusion Collection has been recognized with a 2024 GOOD DESIGN Award in the Floor and Wall Covering category. This esteemed award, presented by The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, celebrates outstanding design and innovation across various industries. This year marked the 75th anniversary of the GOOD DESIGN Awards, which received thousands of submissions from leading designers and manufacturers across 56 countries. The ForestFusion Collection is a testament to LX Hausys’ commitment to blending...