MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.—Restaurant Technologies broke its own sustainability record by recycling and converting more than 314 million pounds of used cooking oil (UCO) into renewable diesel or biodiesel in 2023, breaking the record set in 2022 by 25 million pounds. The company continues to help its 40,000 customers nationwide be more sustainable and reach their Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) goals to create a cleaner, more livable planet. With the support of renewable energy partners such as Chevron Renewable Energy Group, Restaurant Technologies converts 100 percent of UCO collected into renewable diesel or biodiesel. By eliminating packaging and converting UCO into renewable fuel, the company...

SACRAMENTO, CALIF.—Skycharger, a leading provider of EV charging infrastructure solutions, announced the appointment of Johannes Copeland as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a distinguished background in renewable energy and operational leadership, Copeland brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. A former US Marine Corps Officer with two deployments in Iraq, Copeland’s journey in renewable energy began after studying Economics at the University of Chicago. Over the past decade, he has held key positions at renowned companies such as SolarCity, Tesla Energy, and ChargePoint, where he led initiatives in solar energy deployment and electric vehicle infrastructure development. At Skycharger, Copeland...

ST. LOUIS—Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions, announced that it has won the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year. “President Biden’s Investing in America agenda creates unprecedented opportunity to build a clean energy economy, and private sector partners through programs like Energy Star are leading the way,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “I congratulate this year’s Energy Star award winners for their innovation and leadership, in delivering cost-effective energy efficient solutions that create jobs, address climate change, and contribute to a healthier environment for all.” The Energy Star...

LONDON—Pentair, a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, announced it has received the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy. This is the twelfth consecutive year Pentair has received this award. “Pentair strives to create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions that improve energy and water efficiency and improve customer outcomes,” said Karla Robertson, EVP, General Counsel, Secretary and Chief Social Responsibility Officer. “We are proud to provide our customers with energy-efficient...

GLENVIEW, ILL.—ITW Food Equipment Group announced that it has received the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The Sustained Excellence award is the highest honor among Energy Star awards. This year marks the 17th consecutive year ITW Food Equipment Group has been recognized as an Energy Star Partner of the Year and 15th consecutive year receiving the Sustained Excellence award. “The development of energy-efficient products is an absolute priority for our brands—Hobart, Traulsen, Vulcan, Wolf, Baxter and Stero—and we are honored to be...

PALMDALE, CALIF.—U.S. Architectural Lighting, a leading American manufacturer of contemporary area and street lighting, introduces the AXIM Series of contemporary columns and bollards that complement architectural compositions. With clean contemporary styling, the AXIM Series of products are elegant luminaires suitable for both modern and classic architecture. Available in height ranges from three feet to 16 feet for varying scale and applications, the high-performance AXIM Series is composed of two column lights and a bollard built around U.S. Architectural Lighting’s paramount PLED Optical System. The AX Series can light human scale pedestrian applications such as parks, pathways, entries, plazas, and walkways. The...

MILWAUKEE, WIS.—Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp. announced it has earned the 2024 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage. Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations that have built great cultures. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey, administered by Energage. “Each day we are focused on making Zurn Elkay a company that celebrates our associates’ individuality, supports their growth and invests in their future,” said Todd A. Adams, Chairman and CEO. “Our mission of providing clean water systems delivered by exceptional people relies on attracting, developing, retaining, and empowering...

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIF.—Native Trails, a leading manufacturer of artisan-crafted, sustainable kitchen and bath products, has released the Winemaker Series. The bath vanity and mirror furniture collection are meticulously handcrafted on California’s central coast and utilizes upcycled oak staves reclaimed from local wineries after their useful life in the winemaking process has ended. During the fermentation process, these staves—made from solid French and American white oak—absorb the wine’s flavor and aroma for months, enhancing the wood’s exceptional character and grain. Once salvaged, the oak staves are dried thoroughly and brushed to remove wine residue, then planed to a buttery smooth,...

GLENDALE HEIGHTS, ILL.—PathoSans, a leading provider of sustainable and socially responsible cleaning and disinfecting solutions, has partnered with THE HOTEL at Black Oak Casino Resort to provide a safe, non-toxic cleaning program. An expansive, family-friendly resort located in the greater Yosemite region, THE HOTEL uses PathoSans’ natural cleaning solutions for its general cleaning and carpet care. “Our team and guests are always our number one priority,” said Amanda Silacci, Hotel General Manager, THE HOTEL. “The opportunity to replace harsh cleaning chemicals with safe, all-natural alternatives, along with the ability to generate it on site and no longer worry about the procurement chain...

VILLAREAL, SPAIN—Xtone, Part of the Porcelanosa Group, has just launched several new designs in North America: Tura, Bianco Lasa, Calacatta Antico & Terre Greige. These large format porcelain slabs are offered in a variety of finishes and thicknesses, and adapt to any environment and application, achieving greater continuity and visual aesthetics. These large format slabs allow for the materialization of ideas through a durable, elegant, and functional material. Xtone porcelain slabs are an ideal material for both indoor and outdoor use with endless application possibilities from flooring, countertops, to decorative elements and more. Xtone large format porcelain slabs are applicable...