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Clean Start: Investing in eco-friendly sea walls
CNBC Television· 2025-07-11 21:23
The need for seaw walls is intensifying due to climate change. But seaw walls themselves, at least the old kinds, are not very friendly to the environment. They leech chemicals.Now, one startup is not only building non-toxic living seaw walls, but they're actually 3D printing them. These seaw walls from Miami based kinds are made to mimic mangroves and other marine habitats. That's why the ripples in the concrete.So, not only do they protect coastal communities from rising tides, they also create marine hab ...
What to know about investing in 3D-printed, eco-friendly seawalls
CNBC Television· 2025-07-11 19:33
These seaw walls from Miami based kind designs are made to mimic mangroves and other marine habitats. That's why the ripples in the concrete. So, not only do they protect coastal communities from rising tides, they also create marine habitats that can sequester carbon.So, it is not only a structural infrastructure product, but it's also now able to function like a reef. dissipate 47% of the wave energy and dramatically improve the quality of water. The seaw walls are 3D printed, cutting construction time dr ...
Climate Action through Student Passions | Fiona Fan Boya | TEDxYouth@YCYWShanghai
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-08 16:25
[Music] Good afternoon everyone. My name is Fiona and today I will be talking about how we can unlock climate action through student passions. Climate change feels like an insurmountable challenge.It's everywhere in the news, in the rising temperatures, and in the storms that grow more intense each year. And yet, progress often feels slowed and disconnected from our daily lives. Why is that the case.Well, history shows us that when students feel directly connected to p solutions, they take action. The Montr ...
Call to Reduce Deforestation | Tin Tin Chiang | TEDxHuawen Global Institute Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-02 15:40
Call on humanity to address the decreasing forest areas by using eco-friendly materials to reduce the demand for wood and minimize deforestation. Call to Reduce Deforestation - The Rower of a Letter (send a letter to the president) This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx ...
Fly-E Group, Inc. Announces Pricing of $6.94 Million Public Offering
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-06-02 12:50
Core Viewpoint - Fly-E Group, Inc. has announced a public offering of 28,595,553 shares of common stock and 57,191,106 warrants at a price of $0.2428 per share, aiming to raise approximately $6.94 million for inventory and production costs [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The public offering includes common stock sold with two warrants per share, with each warrant exercisable at an exercise price of $0.2913 [1]. - The offering is expected to close on or about June 3, 2025, pending customary closing conditions [2]. - The gross proceeds from the offering are anticipated to be around $6.94 million before deducting fees and expenses [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Fly-E Group, Inc. specializes in designing, installing, selling, and renting smart electric motorcycles, electric bikes, and electric scooters under the brand "Fly E-Bike" [6]. - The company's mission is to promote eco-friendly transportation and contribute to a more sustainable future [6]. Group 3: Regulatory Information - The securities are being offered under a registration statement on Form S-1, which was declared effective by the SEC on May 15, 2025 [4]. - A final prospectus will be filed with the SEC and will be available on their website [4].
3 Packaging Stocks to Keep an Eye on Despite Industry Headwinds
ZACKS· 2025-05-07 17:36
Industry Overview - The Zacks Containers - Paper and Packaging industry is experiencing weak demand due to lower consumer spending amid inflation, but pricing actions by industry players are expected to mitigate the impacts of supply-chain disruptions and elevated costs [1][4] - The industry is supported by rising e-commerce activities and increasing demand for sustainable packaging options due to environmental concerns [1][5] Market Dynamics - The industry has faced volume declines as consumers reduce spending and inventory levels, impacting top-line performance [4] - Supply-chain disruptions and higher costs for materials, labor, and transportation, along with tariffs, are adding pressure on margins [4] - Companies are implementing pricing strategies and cost-reduction actions to counter these challenges [4] E-commerce Impact - E-commerce accounted for over 19% of global retail sales in 2023, with revenues projected to reach $4.3 trillion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 8% from 2025 to 2029 [5] - The U.S. online retail market is expected to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2026, while China's e-commerce market is projected to reach $2 trillion by 2027 [5] - The industry has significant exposure (over 60%) to consumer-oriented markets, ensuring stable demand for packaging solutions [5] Eco-Friendly Trends - There is a growing preference for biodegradable packaging materials driven by increased consumer awareness of environmental issues [6] - The industry is adopting new technologies and innovative products to meet this demand, including incorporating recycled content into production [6] Industry Performance - The Zacks Containers - Paper and Packaging industry ranks 149 out of 246 Zacks industries, placing it in the bottom 39% [8][9] - The industry has underperformed the S&P 500, declining 13.3% over the past year compared to the S&P 500's growth of 9.1% [10] Valuation Metrics - The industry is currently trading at a forward 12-month EV/EBITDA ratio of 19.76X, higher than the S&P 500's 12.88X and the Industrial Products sector's 19.30X [13] - Over the last five years, the industry has traded between 16.28X and 24.25X, with a median of 20.60X [16] Company Highlights - **Brambles (BXBLY)**: Reported a 1% year-over-year revenue increase to $4.9 billion, with expectations of 4-5% revenue growth in fiscal 2025 and underlying profit growth of 8-11% [17][18] - **AptarGroup (ATR)**: The Pharma segment is seeing healthy demand for drug delivery systems, with a focus on acquisitions to expand technology and market presence [22][23] - **Amcor (AMCR)**: Recently merged with Berry Global, expecting $260 million in pre-tax synergies in fiscal 2026 and projected annual cash flow exceeding $3 billion by FY28 [26][27]