SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH—As rapid growth in demand for clean, chemical-free solutions for odor control and moisture management fuels expansion, FUZE Technologies has launched “FUZE University.” Located at their new headquarters in Salt Lake City, FUZE University will become a regular event. Designed to be a week-long educational and networking opportunity for their rapidly growing base of mills, brands, and manufacturers, the first summit brought together a global collective of FUZE partners from Asia, South America, and Europe. “FUZE is a fantastic solution for brands and mills looking to increase apparel and textile performance while cutting down on their use of...

SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a global leader in sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, is increasing its presence on the East Coast, thanks to the expansion of one of its distributors. Effective immediately, Michael Halebian & Co. will expand its footprint to the Philadelphia market area, which includes Delaware and portions of New Jersey. “We’re excited for the growth of our partners at Michael Halebian & Co.,” said Rusty Joyce, Commercial President at Tarkett North America. “They have been a tremendous partner committed to exceptional customer service, and we’re proud to expand our reach with them.” As a result of the expansion, Michael Halebian...

GÖTEBERG, SWEDEN—PulPac, a pioneering leader in sustainable packaging solutions with its Dry Molded Fiber technology, announced the appointment of Nathalie Bödtker-Lund as its new Head of Impact and Sustainability. With a proven track record and extensive experience, Bödtker-Lund brings expertise and passion to the PulPac team. In her new role, Bödtker-Lund will lead PulPac’s strategic initiatives to enhance the company’s commitment to sustainability further and drive positive impact across the industry. She will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative sustainability practices that align with PulPac’s mission to replace single-use plastics. “We are truly excited to welcome Nathalie...

MIAMI—ABCO Cleaning Products, a leading provider of sustainable cleaning tools, announced that its Natura Yarn Mops have been nominated for the 2023 ISSA Show Innovation Award. ABCO’s Natura Yarn Wet and Dry Mops are produced using sustainable and innovative manufacturing processes. This product line has helped reduce nine million pounds of clothing scrap waste that would otherwise end up in landfills. “We’re grateful to have been nominated for this year’s ISSA Show Innovation Award,” shared Carlos Albir, Jr., Vice President of Operations at ABCO. “Finding innovative and sustainable cleaning solutions that help protect the planet is at the heart of our mission. This...

ROCKVILLE, MD.—Avendra, the leading hospitality procurement services provider in North America, announced it has joined with other industry leaders as a founding member of the Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP), a collaborative effort whose purpose is to improve sustainability throughout the entire hospitality supply chain. The Alliance includes major hospitality industry peers, Accor, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, and Radisson Hotel Group and fellow group purchasing organization Entegra. EcoVadis, an independent sustainability ratings agency, will coordinate the efforts of HARP. Suppliers who participate will become part of a shared supplier pool open to all Alliance members. “Avendra understands...

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF.—Auto-Chlor System, a national leader in the production, installation, and service of energy-saving dishwashers, offers the U34 SpaceSaver Dishmachine. The U34 fits under a 34” table or countertop, making it ideal for behind-the-bar and café-like settings. Even with its space-saving design, the U34’s internal washing capacity accommodates full-size standard 20x20 dish racks. With a 90-second wash cycle, it can wash up to 37 racks an hour. The U34 dishmachine features Auto-Chlor’s proprietary water-saving technology, making it a highly efficient and cost-effective machine. Water efficiency doesn’t mean compromising on power. With a built-in water pressure regulator, the U34 ensures a powerful,...

SWORDS, IRELAND—Trane—by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is introducing its latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud-based service offering—Trane Autonomous Control Powered by BrainBox AI—providing building owners and facility managers an additional tool to accelerate decarbonization and reduce energy consumption. Using AI to automatically identify and implement optimization actions 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Trane Autonomous Control enhances existing connected Tracer SC+ building control systems—incorporating variables like predictive weather data and occupancy trends for improved building performance and sustainability. “With the heating and cooling of buildings representing about 15 percent of all global greenhouse gas emissions, the demand for more...

BERNE, SWITZERLAND—Neustark is the first company in the world to have developed and rolled out a solution that mineralizes CO₂ in demolition concrete. Thanks to this groundbreaking technology, the CO₂ is permanently stored and thus removed from the atmosphere. The Swiss climate-tech company has now joined forces with Berlin-based construction and recycling company Heim to open the first commercial site for permanent CO₂ storage in Germany—and thus in the EU. Located in Berlin, the site has the capacity to permanently store over 1,000 tons of CO₂ per year. The CO₂ is captured at biogas plants. And since the CO₂ stored is biogenic, the neustark...

MENOMONEE FALLS, WIS.—Bradley Corp., a leading handwashing innovator for more than 100 years, expands its suite of lavatory systems with its Express TLX Series 4-station lavatory system. With its extended multi-user design, this new model provides a durable, seamless, and complete handwashing package. Designed to provide value and hygiene while delivering long-lasting performance, Bradley’s TLX 4-station model creates a sleek and streamlined look that comfortably provides personal handwashing space for up to four users. Easy to specify and ADA compliant, its elongated, open trough design is compact enough to save on wall space, expanding flexibility. Express ELX 4-station lavatories are cast-formed in resilient Terreon Solid...

WALTHAM, MASS.—Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) will host a four-part webinar series this month describing the impacts of embodied carbon on building projects and exploring how the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry has responded to calls for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These complimentary learning sessions will feature SGH experts holding carbon-related discussions from varying angles, including overall sustainability concerns, building enclosure system design, structural material considerations, and fireproofing approaches. For decades, the industry has focused on lowering operational carbon in buildings by decreasing energy usage. However, experts now recognize the importance of reducing the embodied carbon in construction projects...