STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN—Climate leaders gathered for COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, will be able to get a taste of a dynamic new hydration solution from Swedish water and beverage innovator Bluewater. The company’s leading-edge purified water refill stations and sustainable reusable bottles will allow delegates to stay healthily hydrated in the Climate Action Innovation Zone, where Bluewater has been appointed as the Official Hydration Partner. “We are deeply honored that Climate Action chose Bluewater to provide free water refills to all participants at the COP27 Innovation Zone, throughout the entire event from November 7 to 18,” said Bluewater Founder and CEO, Bengt Rittri, one...

FORTVILLE, IND.—Holloway House, Inc., the maker of the Quick Shine family of floor care products, was named the 2022 Safer Choice Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) demonstrating the company’s commitment to products that are safer for families, pets, workplaces, communities and the environment. “We were honored to accept the 2022 EPA/Safer Choice Partner of the Year award in Washington D.C.,” said Christopher Eck, President of Holloway House, Inc. “Our 14-year commitment to the EPA/Safer Choice Program is in keeping with our goal of environmental stewardship. Our priority in formulating products is to be safer for the consumer...

STONE MOUNTAIN, GA.—In a major win for eco-conscious consumers and sports fans alike, WinCup’s phade, the world’s first marine biodegradable, home, and industrial compostable Caribbean blue drinking straw, has achieved the “triple crown” for sustainable foodservice products at professional sports venues in 2022. These unique new straws are the preferred straw of choice at SoFi Stadium in LA—host of Super Bowl LVI, TD Garden in Boston—home of the 2022 NBA Finals, and now Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia—home of Major League Baseball’s World Series. This trifecta is in addition to phade’s appearance for the last two years at the...

GREENOUGH, MONT.—The Resort at Paws Up, Montana’s premier luxury ranch resort set on 37,000 sprawling acres in western Montana, announces its partnership with MoonBikes, the world’s first electric snowbike. The innovative, zero-emission MoonBikes will offer guests an exciting new way to immerse themselves in the unspoiled private national park, giving new meaning to sustainable adventure. Known for its expansive property in the vast Blackfoot Valley of western Montana, The Resort at Paws Up features world-class cuisine and lodging in the form of 28 luxury homes and 36 seasonal glamping tents, each individually decorated in a rustic chic style with iconic...

BARRIE, ONT.—Busch Systems introduces new, patent-pending single stream waste and recycling containers made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled content. The Renegade Series is on the leading edge of circular-economy and sustainability. This large capacity container, made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled content is also fully recyclable at the end of its life. The durable construction of the Renegade Series means it will not dent or rust and can outlast harsh weather conditions with added protection of the contents within from its unique canopy lid design. Not only is the Renegade designed with rugged durability, the capacity of 50 gallons makes...

BENTON HARBOR, MICH.—Whirlpool Corp. announced that it has entered into a second wind Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) to accelerate progress towards its commitment to reach Net Zero (scopes 1 and 2) emissions in its plants and operations by 2030. This latest agreement with ENGIE North America will represent 53 megawatts of clean, renewable wind energy over 12 years, equivalent to: Removing 30,633 gasoline-powered passenger vehicles from the roads each year, or displacing 329,151 barrels of oil consumed each year, or providing 27,662 homes’ electricity use for one year.* To meet its 2030 goals, Whirlpool is maximizing previous investments in...

CROSSVILLE, TENN.—Crossville, Inc. has announced the launch of the Stones at Large porcelain stone collection, an innovative porcelain series inspired by some of the world’s most sought-after earthen materials. Crossville’s Stones at Large delivers enduring luxury on a grand scale. Featuring warm and cool colors from marble, onyx, and quartzite, Stones at Large creatively reproduces the elegance of natural stone in sizes up to 48” x 48” with unpolished and polished surfaces. Because these stones are high-tech porcelain, the tiles offer the durability, stain resistance, and life cycle that porcelain offers, while still achieving the luminescent visual depth found in...

ALEXANDRIA, VA.—The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) announced that Primo Water (Tampa, Fla.) is the recipient of the prestigious Environmental Stewardship Award for 2022. The announcement was made during IBWA’s Annual Business Meeting, which was held in Chicago as part of the 2022 IBWA Annual Business Conference. “Primo’s water sources are paramount to its Environmental, Social, and Governance Program, which the company started in 2019,” said IBWA Convention Committee Co-Chair Dan Kelly. Shares Alliance for Water Stewardship Goals Having always been good stewards of its sources, Primo learned it shares water sustainability goals with the notable Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS), namely to preserve water resources...

CHICAGO—The AZEK Company Inc., the industry-leading manufacturer of low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products, including TimberTech decking, Versatex and AZEK Trim, and StruXure pergolas, announces a new suite of offerings from its TimberTech and StruXure brands. These products, which include a debut furniture collection, new decking colors, new railing offerings and a new cabana model, will be available in 2023 and premiered at the 2022 TimberTech Championship, a PGA TOUR Champions event. “At AZEK, we continue to innovate throughout our portfolio of brands and are committed to revolutionizing the outdoor living industry by providing homeowners with sustainable, high performance and low-maintenance products,”...

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.—Valley Forge Fabrics, the largest supplier of custom textile products for the hospitality industry, announced its new SEAQUAL MARINE PLASTIC collection as part of the company’s continued commitment to sustainability. The eco-friendly textiles weave sustainability, performance features, and comfort into one remarkable collection. The nine marine-inspired patterns come in an array of vibrant colors and textures. A promotional design “Live Ocean” print was created by Australian artist Lezio Lopes, known most recently for his work on HBO’s “White Lotus.” This large collection of unique upholstery textures includes almost 100 items and are woven with SEAQUAL YARN made from reclaimed plastics from...