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its Zero Cost Swap Program, a turnkey solution designed to help property owners and site hosts quickly replace broken, outdated, out of warranty, or unsupported electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with modern, networked equipment at zero upfront cost.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...

TEMPLE, TEXAS—Wilsonart introduces Traceless, a fingerprint-resistant, ultra-matte laminate finish designed for spaces where superior performance and refined aesthetics must coexist. As interiors evolve to meet the demands of high-touch environments, Traceless offers a surface that maintains its appearance while delivering the tactile, matte quality designers seek. Interior design is increasingly shaped by how materials hold up under everyday interaction. Designers are prioritizing low-sheen, tactile finishes that perform well in high-traffic environments while supporting a calm, modern aesthetic. Traceless responds directly to this shift, combining a velvety soft feel with the everyday performance, fabrication flexibility, and supply reliability that fabricators and partners depend...

KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms, North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of high-design site furniture, lighting, structures and accessories, announces an expansion to Take-Out, the award-winning family of lightweight, reconfigurable connected seating designed by Rodrigo Torres. The additions build on Take-Out’s hallmark simplicity, versatility and human-centered design, introducing new ways for people to gather outdoors across schools, corporate campuses, public spaces and hospitality settings. The expanded offering includes a new tall with an integrated footrest, a mini ergonomically scaled for K–5 education environments, and a distinctive wedge that introduces fresh geometries and more interpersonal postures. The expansion also incorporates color-matched connector brackets...

CINCINNATI—Standard Textile Co., Inc., a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, announced the release of its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress in environmental stewardship, responsible manufacturing, and sustainable innovation. The report reflects a year in which the company celebrated its 85th anniversary, underscoring a legacy of innovation and responsible business practices. Drawing on initiatives across Standard Textile’s international operations, the report demonstrates how innovation and process improvements are driving solutions that help customers reduce their environmental impact, both through high-performance textile products and more efficient, responsible operations across the value chain. 2025 Global Sustainability Highlights In 2025, Standard Textile advanced its sustainability...

LONDON—Jacada Travel, a leader in positive impact luxury travel, has launched a new initiative designed to scale the company’s commitment to positive impact through targeted, high-impact projects. Starting March 16, 2026, Jacada began contributing $20 per person per trip directly to its newly established Impact Fund. Jacada’s Head of Positive Impact, Natalie Lyall-Grant, says: “While dedication to positive impact is central to every trip we plan, the Jacada Impact Fund allows us to deepen our connection to the places we visit through specific, measurable projects. This initiative will enable us to embed transparent, impactful contributions on behalf of every guest that...

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...

LONDON—The Energy & Environment Alliance (EEA) and Considerate Group are pleased to announce a strategic partnership that recognizes Con-Serve as a key source of sustainability data for the hospitality industry. Con-Serve is a market-leading sustainability data platform for the hospitality sector, owned by Considerate Group, a data-led sustainability consultancy with a long-standing commitment to supporting the hospitality industry in its sustainability transition. Con-Serve combines the scalability and robustness of a leading real estate data platform with Considerate Group’s deep expertise in hospitality operations and sustainability. The platform is compliant with ISO 50001, with data quality attested to ISAE 3000 for...

DULUTH, MINN.—Driven by excellence in sustainability while designing for people and the planet, outdoor furniture brand Loll Designs introduces the new dining and lounge collection Here and There, Loll’s first collaboration with Michigan design studio Argenta Park. With a knack for modernizing classic outdoor furniture archetypes (like the modern Adirondack chair and Fredricksonn, their take on a front porch rocker), Loll Designs introduces Here and There as their latest salute to a beloved design concept, a reimagination of what’s fondly known today as the “Leopold Bench.” Rooted in timeless simplicity, Here and There features modern materials and lines while expanding the original idea into...

PROVIDENCE, R.I.—Ariston Group announced it has hired Ben Capra as Regional Sales Manager of water heating for the Pacific Northwest and Intermountain West. Capra, a graduate of Florida State University, brings more than a decade of experience in sales of plumbing and heating equipment. His region includes Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and New Mexico. Ariston Group’s brands include Ariston, NTI, HTP and American Standard Water Heaters. “When Ariston acquired HTP and American Standard Water Heaters, that was a big signal to the industry that Ariston was committed to the North American market,’’ Capra said. “By aligning with those...