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NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / When most people retire, they take up hobbies, travel the world, or slow down to enjoy a quieter life. Carole Couture did the opposite. After three decades as a financial advisor navigating boardrooms and balance sheets, Couture has re-emerged with a mission that couldn’t be further from spreadsheets-protecting endangered species and igniting young minds through literature. Her debut children’s book, The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin, is more than an illustrated tale-it’s a clarion call against illegal wildlife trafficking and a celebration of empathy, courage, and ecological responsibility.

In the book, readers are introduced to Pablo, a soft-spoken yet resilient pangolin whose peaceful life is disrupted by poachers seeking to profit from the illegal animal trade. Alongside his clever companions-Samba the monkey and Martin the bird-Pablo embarks on a heart-racing journey of survival through lush jungles and perilous encounters. While written for children, the narrative resonates deeply with adult themes: community, conservation, and the consequences of human greed.

“I never imagined my second chapter would be in children’s publishing,” Couture said in an interview with Evrima Chicago. “But when you spend enough time reflecting on what the world needs-especially through the eyes of your child-priorities become clear.”

A Career Rooted in Numbers, a New Life Rooted in Purpose

Couture’s pivot is not just remarkable-it’s instructive. Having spent 30 years advising high-net-worth clients on financial strategies, the Canadian-born writer stepped away from the corporate world to care full-time for her son Jean-Philippe, who has Down syndrome. That decision became her spiritual reset. The values she once applied to wealth-building-discipline, vision, patience-are now directed toward a cause that can’t be measured in stock indices: teaching children to love, protect, and understand the planet.

“Every bedtime story became an opportunity to spark curiosity and values,” she recalls. “Eventually, the stories started writing themselves.”

The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin is just the first of more than 60 manuscripts Couture has penned. Each one tackles important themes such as inclusion, kindness, resilience, and ecological stewardship-all deeply informed by her life as a parent and advocate.

Tackling a Global Crisis with Storytelling

Pangolins, though lesser known, are among the most heavily trafficked mammals in the world. According to the World Wildlife Fund, over one million pangolins have been illegally poached over the past decade for their scales and meat. Couture chose the pangolin precisely for this reason: “He’s a quiet creature. Timid, even. But his story is urgent-and most kids have never even heard of him. That had to change.”

By casting Pablo as the protagonist, Couture makes the abstract issue of biodiversity loss both tangible and emotionally engaging for children. Pablo’s innocence and bravery become vehicles for broader lessons: environmental degradation, friendship in adversity, and what it means to care for something smaller and more vulnerable than oneself.

A Message Beyond the Page

This book’s impact goes beyond bedtime stories. Couture is working with educators and environmental NGOs to bring The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin into classrooms as part of conservation literacy programs. Discussions are also underway for a bilingual edition to be distributed in Southeast Asia, where pangolin poaching is most prevalent.

Her mission is supported by a growing online following of parents, teachers, and wildlife enthusiasts who see her work as part of a larger shift in children’s literature-one where activism and storytelling go hand in hand.

“We live in an age where kids see climate change, animal extinction, and global injustice on TV before they even start school,” Couture notes. “We can either hide these realities or give them tools-through story, empathy, and action.”

What’s Next for Pablo-and Carole

Couture’s follow-up titles are already in development. Without giving too much away, she teases a second installment involving Arctic wildlife and another tackling ocean pollution. “If kids are going to inherit this planet, they deserve stories that reflect its challenges-and its beauty,” she says.

Meanwhile, her personal journey remains at the heart of her work. Jean-Philippe, now a teenager, serves as her “chief creative officer,” weighing in on character ideas and plot twists. “His perspective is pure and unfiltered,” she laughs. “And he has a surprisingly good sense of story structure.”

From the financial markets to the forests of Asia, Carole Couture is showing that it’s never too late to find your voice-and use it for good. Through Pablo the Pangolin, she’s not only opening young minds but also challenging adults to reconsider what retirement-and impact-can look like.

About the Author

Carole Couture is a Montreal-born children’s author and former financial advisor. She lives in upstate New York with her son Jean-Philippe. Her debut book, The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin, is available now atwww.authorcarolecouture.com and major retailers.

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Dan Wasserman
Editorial & Media Relations – Evrima Chicago
PR@EvrimaChicago.com
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Evrima Chicago takes immense pride in representing emerging voices like Carole Couture. As an independent editorial syndication and technology firm, we believe in championing meaningful content that combines impact, accessibility, and education. The views expressed in this article are the author’s and are constructed by the Evrima Chicago editorial team through interviews and cited research.

This content is not intended as legal, environmental, or educational advice. The views herein are for informational purposes only and are meant to spotlight important global issues through the lens of storytelling. All third-party data (e.g., trafficking statistics, wildlife references) are cited below.

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Sources and Citations

Source	Link or Citation
World Wildlife Fund	https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/pangolin
Pangolin Crisis Fund	https://www.pangolincrisisfund.org
Author Website	https://www.authorcarolecouture.com

SOURCE: Author Carole Couture

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DOVER, DE / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / In a fiery spectacle worthy of Silicon Valley lore, Ditchit – a rising star in the online marketplace space and rival to OfferUp – has made headlines by purchasing and then blowing up the original 560-pound Twitter bird sign once perched atop the company’s San Francisco headquarters.

The marketing stunt, filmed in the Nevada desert with a 15-person production crew, four Tesla Cybertrucks, and a Hollywood pyrotechnics expert, marked a symbolic farewell to legacy tech monopolies and a bold introduction to Ditchit’s mission: to build a local marketplace that puts people before profits.

“Elon Musk rebranded Twitter to X to support free expression. At Ditchit, we’re doing the same for local marketplaces,” said Ditchit spokesman James Deluca. “Today’s platforms are filled with ads, fees, and algorithms that prioritize businesses over people. Ditchit is different-free to use, ad-free, and designed to support real communities and real sellers.”

The 12-foot-tall Twitter logo, affectionately known as “Larry,” was purchased at auction for $34,000 earlier this year. While the initial acquisition was driven by nostalgia, the company ultimately decided to transform the artifact into a symbol of disruption.

The resulting video, now live on YouTube, shows the massive sign’s explosive end outside of Las Vegas, capturing a cinematic moment that’s already garnering viral attention.

But “Larry’s” story doesn’t end in smoke. Fragments of the sign have been salvaged and will be sold on the Ditchit app in a sealed-bid auction starting today. 100% of proceeds will go to the Center for American Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit that champions startup innovation and supports the next generation of entrepreneurs.

“Many entrepreneurs get their start on local marketplace apps,” Deluca added. “We’re here to support that journey-not just through our platform, but through action.”

With the stunt, Ditchit isn’t just selling a piece of tech history. It’s signaling a new era for digital marketplaces – one powered by transparency, accessibility, and the belief that local economies deserve better.

About Ditchit
Ditchit is a community-first local marketplace built for everyday buyers and sellers. Unlike traditional platforms, Ditchit is ad-free, fee-free, and designed to keep transactions simple and fair. Founded in 2024, the Ditchit app is available for iOS and Android.

Media Contact:
James Deluca
PR Manager, Ditchit
james.deluca@ditchit.com

SOURCE: Ditchit

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CHICAGO, IL / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Dr. John Peloza, internationally recognized spine surgeon and innovator in spinal motion preservation, will join the keynote panel “Cervical Arthroplasty-Two Decades of Evolution and the Road Ahead” at the 22nd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, hosted by Becker’s Healthcare. The session will take place June 21, 2025, at the Swissotel Chicago, bringing together the field’s leading voices to discuss two decades of advancement in artificial disc replacement and the future trajectory of cervical arthroplasty.

Dr. Peloza’s participation highlights his long-standing leadership in minimally invasive spine surgery and disc replacement technologies. Over the course of his career, he has served as principal investigator on more than two dozen clinical trials, holds 16 U.S. and international patents related to spine care, and remains at the forefront of translational innovation in disc biologics and device design.

“Cervical arthroplasty has come a long way from its experimental roots to now being the standard of care for appropriately selected patients,” said Dr. Peloza. “But we are not finished. The next decade will demand even greater technical precision in technique, thoughtful patient selection, and data-driven decision-making as we expand indications.”

The keynote session will reflect on the evolution of disc technology and surgical technique over the past twenty years, while offering insight into new frontiers-from multilevel procedures and conversion techniques to long-term outcomes and payer adoption.

This high-profile speaking engagement also coincides with the launch of Peloza Spine, Dr. Peloza’s new spine-focused practice located within Midwest Orthopedic and Spine Specialists in Missouri. Peloza Spine offers a modern, patient-centric approach to spinal care that blends evidence-based medicine with cutting-edge innovation. The practice specializes in motion preservation, endoscopic spine surgery, and restorative disc treatments tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy and functional goals.

Notably, Dr. John Peloza is a member of the ADR Spine Top Doctors in Arthroplasty Program, a national initiative recognizing the leading surgeons in artificial disc replacement and motion preservation surgery. His inclusion in this elite group reflects his decades-long commitment to advancing non-fusion solutions for spinal disorders and his role as a pioneer in cervical and lumbar disc arthroplasty. As a Top Doctor in Arthroplasty, Dr. Peloza continues to shape the future of motion-preserving spine surgery through clinical research, surgical innovation, and mentorship of the next generation of spine specialists.

“At Peloza Spine, we are advancing a new standard in spinal care-one that prioritizes motion, longevity, and quality of life,” said Dr. Peloza. “Whether through next-generation disc implants or data-backed minimally invasive techniques, our mission is to give patients the best possible outcome the first time.”

Dr. Peloza’s dual commitment to clinical excellence and forward-thinking care positions him as a key contributor to this year’s Becker’s ASC conference, the premier conference dedicated to spine, orthopedic, and pain management ASCs.

About Dr. John Peloza

Dr. John Peloza is a nationally recognized orthopedic spine surgeon with more than three decades of experience advancing motion preservation, minimally invasive spine surgery, and biologic disc repair. A prolific clinical researcher and innovator, he has served as principal investigator in over two dozen FDA-regulated trials and holds 16 patents in spinal device and procedural technologies. Dr. Peloza is widely regarded as a pioneer in artificial disc replacement and has trained hundreds of surgeons in motion-preserving techniques. His work integrates clinical precision with a deep commitment to improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with complex spinal disorders.

About Peloza Spine

Peloza Spine is a specialty spine care center located within Midwest Orthopedic and Spine Specialists in Missouri, founded by Dr. John Peloza. The practice is dedicated to advancing the next generation of spinal care through a patient-centric approach that emphasizes motion preservation, surgical precision, and biologic disc regeneration. Peloza Spine provides comprehensive diagnostic services, non-operative solutions, and a full range of surgical options-including artificial disc replacement, fusion revision, and minimally invasive procedures. With a focus on restoring function and avoiding unnecessary fusion, Peloza Spine delivers innovative, evidence-based care to help patients return to active, pain-free lives.

About ADR Spine

ADR Spine is a national leader in motion-preserving spinal care, dedicated to advancing the science and practice of artificial disc replacement. Founded by Dr. Todd H. Lanman, ADR Spine is a trusted platform connecting patients with top spine arthroplasty specialists. Through its Top Doctors in Arthroplasty program, ADR Spine rigorously evaluates surgeons based on outcomes, success rates, and clinical expertise. Learn more at www.adrspine.com.

Contact:

Brandi Kamenar
Brandi Kamenar Brand Management
310-734-6180

SOURCE: Peloza Spine

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Independent report confirms Ambience Healthcare’s AI platform reduces clinician burnout, enhances patient care, and strengthens financial and compliance outcomes

SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / In a newly released report by KLAS Research, St. Luke’s Health System has shared the results of its enterprise-wide deployment of Ambience Healthcare’s AI platform, which supports clinical documentation and coding. The independent study confirms that deploying Ambience improved both clinician experience and documentation integrity, while delivering accurate billing to offset the cost of the technology and reducing downstream burden for revenue cycle teams.

“We started this project to fundamentally improve the patient and clinician experience,” said Reid Stephan, Vice President and Chief Information Officer for St. Luke’s Health System. “What we found was that deploying this technology didn’t just lead to a reduction in documentation time, it also improved documentation accuracy and revenue integrity.”

By leveraging a platform that bundles ambient documentation with real-time coding at the point of care, health systems generate comprehensive, “coding-aware” charts in a single integrated workflow. This ensures clinicians have a complete view of the patient and receive appropriate credit for the complexity of each encounter. The result: fewer claim denials, a smoother billing process for patients, and reduced reliance on costly post-visit audits. Health systems strengthen compliance, recover missed revenue, and raise the overall standard of care.

Key outcomes of the report include:

• Patient Satisfaction

  • 22% increase in clinician / patient face time (Epic User Action Log analysis)

• Clinician Productivity & Efficiency

  • 41% reduction in active documentation time (Epic User Action Log analysis)

• Clinician Well-Being & Satisfaction

  • 36% reduction in daily burnout in pilot cohort of 49 providers

• Clinical Documentation Integrity and Coding Accuracy

  • Enhanced HCC accuracy, enabling more accurate risk adjustment and greater support for clinician effectiveness and resource alignment

  • Greater E/M coding accuracy, leading to better reimbursement alignment and added value across clinical documentation

“The team at St. Luke’s brought a clear vision to improve the clinician experience and the discipline to measure impact rigorously,” said Mike Ng, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambience Healthcare. “Together, we’ve shown that ambient AI can deliver real clinical and sustainable financial value at scale, and this report sets a new benchmark for what’s possible when technology is deployed with purpose.”

A Scalable Model for Health System Transformation

St. Luke’s adopted Ambience with the goal of improving clinician well-being. Financial sustainability was also critical for long-term success. As detailed in this report by KLAS, the gains in documentation efficiency and coding accuracy not only improved daily workflows for clinicians, but also generated enough financial return to offset the cost of the technology. Ambience’s unique coding-aware approach played a critical role in achieving sustainability.

Unlike solutions that require retrospective chart reviews, Ambience provides real-time documentation that is compliant, substantiated, and aligned with the care provided. This proactive approach enhances both coding accuracy and reimbursement reliability, without increasing administrative burden for clinicians or revenue cycle teams.

“Health systems working with Ambience Healthcare consistently report terrific outcomes that are moving the industry forward,” said Mac Boyter, Research Director at KLAS Research. “This report translates ambient AI adoption into clear, quantifiable ROI-demonstrating real-world impact on both the clinician experience and the bottom line for health systems.”

About St. Luke’s Health System

‍As an Idaho-based, not-for-profit, community-owned and community-led health system, St. Luke’s is dedicated to its mission to improve the health of people in the communities it serves. From its founding in 1902 to today, St. Luke’s has long been a leader in quality care and a vital partner in addressing community health needs.

About KLAS

‍KLAS is a research and insights firm on a global mission to improve healthcare delivery by amplifying the provider’s voice. Working with thousands of healthcare professionals and clinicians, KLAS gathers data and insights on software, services, and medical equipment to deliver timely reports, trends, and statistical overviews. The research directly represents the provider voice and acts as a catalyst for improving vendor performance. Learn more at klasresearch.com.

About Ambience Healthcare

Ambience Healthcare is the leading AI platform for clinical documentation, CDI, and coding-built to ensure compliance, eliminate administrative burden, and improve care delivery. Trusted by top health systems across North America, Ambience’s platform is live across outpatient, emergency, and inpatient settings, supporting more than 100 specialties with real-time, coding-aware documentation. The platform integrates directly with Epic, Oracle Cerner, athenahealth, and other major EHRs. Founded in 2020 by Mike Ng and Nikhil Buduma, Ambience is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by Andreessen Horowitz, OpenAI Startup Fund, Kleiner Perkins, and other leading investors.

Ambience Healthcare

Karina Stabile
Aria Marketing for Ambience Healthcare
kstabile@ariamarketing.com
516-317-5835

SOURCE: Ambience

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Multi-Billion-Dollar Program With Up To 400 Units Ordered to Modernize Crude Transport Infrastructure

TOMBALL, TX / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / QS Energy, Inc. (OTCQB:QSEP), a leader in crude oil transport technology, has received a major order to deploy its Applied Oil Technology (AOT) across Southeast Asia and Africa. This marks a breakthrough moment for QS Energy and supports global efforts to modernize and decarbonize crude infrastructure.

DELIVERING ON A PROMISE OF INNOVATION AND SUCCESS

This initial order of five (5) AOT units launches a broader multi-phase deployment under a government-backed program with VIPS Petroleum. Valued at $25 million with the estimated expected full payment in this quarter, this order kicks off up to a $2 Billion 400-unit framework for South East Asia and Africa. The remaining 395 units will be delivered in milestone-based phases with a 50/25/25 payment structure, ensuring strong cash flow for QS Energy, commencing in Q3 and Q4 2025. AOT’s proven results helped open doors with energy ministries and national oil companies. This deal is made possible by VIPS Petroleum, QS Energy’s exclusive regional distributor contracted in 2024.

Cecil Bond Kyte, CEO of QS Energy, stated: “This order proves our technology’s readiness to transform crude transport. With VIPS and the support of ministries and operators, we’re setting a new global standard for efficiency and sustainability.”

THE TECHNOLOGY TRANSFORMING CRUDE TRANSPORT

Independently validated through peer-reviewed studies, field trials, and Temple University testing, AOT tackles one of the industry’s oldest problems-how to move oil more efficiently. Since the days of Rockefeller’s Standard Oil, the sector has battled viscosity, drag, and energy loss. AOT reduces viscosity by 10% or more using electric fields, lowering pump pressure and energy costs. Built for tough, continuous operation, each unit undergoes strict testing to ensure long-term performance.

MADE IN AMERICA, BUILT FOR THE WORLD

QS Energy proudly designs and manufactures AOT systems in the U.S., powered by American workers. Our partners include:

• Industrial Screen and Maintenance, a manufacturer with 56+ years of experience

• Precision Urethane, a family business – urethane leader for 55+ years

• ReadyFlo, a turnkey ASME pressure vessel specialist

• Forward-MFG, experts in custom electronics and sensors

Their dedication helped make this historic deal possible.

EXPANDING GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS AND FINANCING

This agreement positions Southeast Asia and Africa as leaders in modern crude transport and job creation. The success of this model is driving expansion talks with Australia, the Middle East, and other regions. QS Energy and VIPS Petroleum are finalizing additional deals to replicate this structure and broaden AOT deployment globally.

SECURE IMPLEMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE

QS Energy is committed to full transparency through regular updates and strict compliance with U.S., Southeast Asian, and African standards. The program is backed by milestone payments and top-tier financial guarantees, minimizing risk. Lessons from past deployments guide a robust execution plan to ensure every phase meets deadlines and quality benchmarks.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

QS Energy will earn a share of incremental barrels gained through AOT-enabled flow increases, creating long-term performance-based revenue.

LOOKING AHEAD

With deployment underway, QS Energy is focused on accelerating its role in the energy transition. AOT’s cost savings and environmental benefits position it for major global impact.

For further information about QS Energy, Inc., click here and read our SEC filings at https://ir.qsenergy.com/sec-filings. To stay connected, subscribe to Email Alerts at https://ir.qsenergy.com/news/email-alerts to receive Company filings and press releases, and subscribe to our new QS UPDATES email service here to receive timely updates on the Company’s latest news and innovations.

Safe Harbor Statement

Some of the statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements under federal securities laws. Please click here for our complete cautionary forward-looking statement.

About Applied Oil Technology

QS Energy’s patented Applied Oil Technology (AOT) is a solid-state turn-key system which uses a high volt / low amp electric field to reduce crude oil viscosity. AOT installs inline on crude oil pipelines, operates unattended without interrupting pipeline flow, with full remote monitoring and control. More information is available online here.

About QS Energy

QS Energy, Inc. (OTCQB: QSEP), develops and markets crude oil flow assurance technologies designed to deliver measurable performance improvements to pipeline operations in the midstream and upstream crude oil markets. For further information about QS Energy, Inc., visit www.qsenergy.com.

Company Contact

QS Energy, Inc.
Tel: +1 844-645-7737
E-mail: investor@qsenergy.com
Sales: sales@qsenergy.com

SOURCE: QS Energy, Inc.

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Experienced Global Investment Executive and Strategic Advisor to Support the Company’s Next Phase of Growth

ROSH HA‘AYIN, IL / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Brenmiller Energy Ltd. (“Brenmiller”, “Brenmiller Energy”, or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:BNRG), a leading global provider of Thermal Energy Storage (TES) solutions for industrial and utility customers, today announced the appointment of Mr. Boaz Toshav as an Independent Director to its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective immediately.

Mr. Toshav previously served on the Company’s Board from June 2023 until August 2024. Mr. Toshav has over 20 years of experience in investment banking, fixed income and mergers and acquisitions advisory services. He is currently President and Chairman of Rio Ave FC (Primeira Liga), a professional Portuguese football (soccer) club, and he previously served as a senior financial advisor to UK-based Nottingham Forest FC and Greece-based Olympiacos FC. Mr. Toshav also currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Umbrella Advisors Ltd., a boutique investment bank and financial advisory firm he founded in 2014. Mr. Toshav has also been a board member of Intelicanna Ltd. (TASE: INTL) and Getruck Ltd. since 2018 and 2021, respectively. Mr. Toshav received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Business Administration from Tel Aviv University, as well as a Master of Philosophy from Tel Aviv University. Mr. Toshav qualified as a United Kingdom Financial Services Authority certified investment advisor in 2005.

“We are honored to welcome Boaz back to our Board,” said Avi Brenmiller, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Brenmiller Energy. “His proven ability to navigate financial markets, advise boards, and drive strategic partnerships will be instrumental as we enter a pivotal moment in our Company’s evolution. With multiple commercial projects underway and a growing global footprint, we believe that Boaz’s appointment will strengthen our governance and position us to realize significant value creation for our shareholders.”

Mr. Toshav succeeds Ms. Nava Swersky Sofer, who concluded her term on the Board following six years of dedicated service. Ms. Swersky Sofer’s departure was in accordance with the natural expiration of her term and was not the result of any disagreement with the Company. The Board and management extend their sincere appreciation for her strategic insight and leadership during a period of meaningful growth and transformation at Brenmiller Energy.

This appointment follows Brenmiller’s recent strategic milestones, including project deployments in Europe, Israel, and the United States. Notably, the European Hydrogen Bank has granted SolWinHy Cádiz S.L. (the “SolWinHy Project”) in Arcos de la Frontera, Spain, €25 million in funding. SolWinHy is a special purpose company jointly owned by leading renewable energy developers Green Enesys Group (“Green Enesys”) and Viridi RE (“Viridi”) to build new green hydrogen and green e-methanol projects in Europe. Green Enesys and Viridi are Brenmiller’s joint venture partners in Brenmiller Europe S.L. (“Brenmiller Europe”). The Company estimates its supply of the bGen™ TES system for the SolWinHy Project to be approximately €7 million. The Company believes that its involvement with the SolWinHy Project reinforces the strength of its bGen™ technology and the Company’s role in enabling renewable fuel production at scale. Brenmiller continues to expand its role as a key enabler of flexible, clean industrial heat in support of global net-zero targets.

About Brenmiller Energy Ltd.

Brenmiller Energy helps energy-intensive industries and power producers end their reliance on fossil fuel boilers. Brenmiller’s patented bGen™ ZERO thermal battery is a modular and scalable energy storage system that turns renewable electricity into zero-emission heat. It charges using low-cost renewable electricity and discharges a continuous supply of heat on demand and according to its customers’ needs. The most experienced thermal battery developer on the market, Brenmiller operates the world’s only gigafactory for thermal battery production and is trusted by leading multinational energy companies. For more information visit the Company’s website at https://bren-energy.com/ and follow the company on X and LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. For example, the Company uses forward-looking statements when it discusses: the Company’s belief that Mr. Toshav’s appointment will strengthen the Company’s governance and position to realize significant value creation for shareholders; that the Company s entering a pivotal moment in its evolution; future commercial projects underway and a growing global footprint; the Company’s estimates for its supply of the bGen™ TES system for the SolWinHy Project to be approximately €7 million; that the Company’s involvement with the SolWinHy Project reinforces the strength of its bGen™ technology; the Company’s role as a key enabler of flexible, clean industrial heat in support of global net-zero targets. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as “plan,” “project,” “potential,” “seek,” “may,” “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “could,” “estimate” or “continue” are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that certain important factors may affect the Company’s actual results and could cause such results to differ materially from any forward-looking statements that may be made in this press release. Factors that may affect the Company’s results include, but are not limited to: the Company’s planned level of revenues and capital expenditures; risks associated with the adequacy of existing cash resources; the demand for and market acceptance of our products; impact of competitive products and prices; product development, commercialization or technological difficulties; the success or failure of negotiations; trade, legal, social and economic risks; and political, economic and military instability in the Middle East, specifically in Israel. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 4, 2025, which is available on the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Contact: investors@bren-energy.com

SOURCE: Brenmiller Energy

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Creates Cloud-Based Software Platform to Seamlessly Connect Users, EVs and their Utilities to Electricity Grids Across Canada Creating a Pan-Canadian Pool of EV-Enabled Storage for Off Taking Renewable Energy

OTTAWA, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / BluWave-ai announced the launch of the Pan-Canadian BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube, a cloud-based platform designed to transform the country’s electric vehicles (EV) into a massive distributed energy storage network. The platform seamlessly connects EV drivers and their vehicles with utilities and grids across Canada, creating a virtual pool of EV-enabled storage that far exceeds the scale of planned utility deployments.

Currently, Canada’s electricity infrastructure operates largely as isolated provincial grids. As EV adoption accelerates, unmanaged charging threatens to overwhelm local grids; especially in urban centers. The BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube addresses this by creating a unified, cross-country cloud platform that coordinates EV energy use across Canada, leveraging the investments made by private EV owners.

BluWave-ai automatically charges EVs using real-time AI deployed on the platform when surplus renewable power is available locally (such as during periods of high solar or wind generation) and likewise pauses or delays charging in areas where the grid is under stress. Participating utilities can send localized congestion signals, enabling the platform to adjust charging behavior dynamically across thousands of vehicles. EV drivers who opt-in to the platform receive rewards while helping balance the grid.

According to Statistics Canada, over one million EVs will be on Canadian roads in 2025. This collective pool of EVs, if coordinated across the country, can provide 1.1 GW of demand response power at any point and 88GWh of storage on a weekly basis.*

“As of January 2024, all electricity grids in Canada combined for only 356MW of storage according to CANREA, which roughly implies EV based storage in the 2.5-3x magnitude of utility scale storage in Canadian grids.” said Devashish Paul, CEO and Founder of BluWave-ai. “Prior to this, there was no standardized way for EV users to connect with utilities, and no automated system to balance driver needs with the provincial grids’ stability on a country-wide scale. Using deep tech AI systems, we created and launched this platform to unify electrified transportation and smart grids into the Pan-Canadian energy corridor, harnessing the power of citizen-owned assets to build a more resilient and renewable-powered country.”

How the Infrastructure Cube Works

The BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube is a cloud platform that prevents grid overload from simultaneous EV charging in congested areas and by off taking excess renewables during periods of high generation and low loads through AI managed energy flow.

Visualized as a cube, the platform connects four key faces of the energy ecosystem:

• EV Users: Individual drivers can onboard to the platform to receive rewards and benefits.

• Electric Vehicles: The system is compatible with major EV brands, including Hyundai, Kia, Tesla, MINI, Jaguar, and BMW, using their native telematics with more on the roadmap, including delivery EV’s and large transit

• Utility Providers: Local utilities can register to send real-time data on grid congestion, enabling automated load management.

• System Operators: The platform provides a macro-level view, allowing system-wide grid constraints to be managed effectively with live feeds of electricity loads and generation types streamed into the system.

Any combination of the above can work 24×7 with our AI-based automated management taking into account the needs and limitations from all sides.

At the intersection from any direction are unique AI predictors and optimizers working in real-time to balance and optimize the needs of all parties – from individual driver preferences to the needs of local utilities rolled up to system-level grid stability. The underlying technology is supported by a suite of 36 patents filed with the USPTO, 10 of which have been granted and specifically USPTO pending patent: 18/806,264 and Canada pending patent 3,258,465 which support the system to connect both personal EV’s and EV Fleets seamlessly to grids.

The BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube builds on the successful deployment of the BluWave-ai EV Everywhere platform and Canada’s first ever AI-enabled aggregated EV demand response conducted in the Hydro Ottawa utility in the IESO grid in Ontario, Canada.

Industry Leaders Welcome Pan-Canadian Energy Storage Platform

“BluWave-ai is a shining example of the Nation of Builders we’re cultivating in Canada -ambitious founders creating frontier technologies with global relevance,” said Claudio Rojas, CEO of the National Angel Capital Organization (NACO). “Their selection as a NACO Moonshots Venture underscores our belief that Canadian-led innovation can power a more self-reliant, resilient, and prosperous future. The release of the Pan-Canadian EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube is a powerful reflection of this vision-scaling AI-enabled platforms that enhance grid resilience, accelerate the energy transition, and reinforce Canada’s digital and economic sovereignty.”

“BluWave-ai has delivered another creative energy solution to a challenging problem opening the way to EV mass adoption, while increasing clean energy access’ said Suzanne Grant, executive Director of Capital Angel Network (CAN), the largest group of early stage private angel investors in the National Capital Region,” said Suzanne Grant, Executive Director of Capital Angels Network, “BluWave-ai has another first of its kind ‘Built in Canada for the World’ solution in the hot energy storage market. Their solutions are being adopted by energy utilities as part of the critical infrastructure grid key to Canada’s energy superpower aspirations. CAN investors shared BluWave-ai’s vision since supporting their oversubscribed $1.3M Pre Seed Round in 2019 and participating in their 2022 $9.5M Series A round to scale their (now successful) international deployments’ added Grant, ‘CAN angels believe in Canadians investing in Canadians and are bringing valuable mentorship, network, as well as, personal risk capital as partners with Canadian founders building for scale and impact”

“Invest Ottawa is proud to collaborate with BluWave-ai-a bold Canadian scale-up harnessing AI to deliver sustainable energy solutions with global impact. The new EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube exemplifies triple-bottom-line innovation,” said Sonya Shorey, CEO at Invest Ottawa, ” It drives economic growth, strengthens our national energy resilience, and accelerates our transition to a clean, inclusive future. This is the kind of leadership we need to build a strong, sustainable Canadian economy.”

How to Join the Platform

• For EV Drivers: Drivers in Canada and the US can join the network by downloading the EV Everywhere mobile app v2.0 and linking their vehicle to receive rewards and gain insights into their energy use. The app offers features for optimized charging, cost savings, and carbon footprint reduction.

  • Download for Android

  • Download for iPhone

• For Utilities and System Operators: Interested parties can become collaborators through standardized APIs for real-time data exchange. The platform is hosted in Canada and can be accessed by contacting BluWave-ai at info@bluwave-ai.com.

Platform Availability

The BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube is currently deployed with hyper-localized support in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and British Columbia, with general coverage available for the rest of Canada. The platform is also export-ready and is being deployed in Puerto Rico, USA, with support for other US grids.

Read more technical information on the BluWave-ai EV Everywhere Infrastructure Cube.

Note 1: BluWave-ai Analyst results from 2023-2025 grid connected vehicle usage and Statistics Canada projections on vehicle deployments:

• ~80 kWh storage usage per ZEV .weekly energy use per ZEV (avg. mileage of 20,000 km per year, ~4.8 km/kWh)

• 7.2 kW avg. peak charging speed for home L2 15% of vehicles connected to grid based on BluWave-ai analysis yields 1 kW per EV of average power connection to grid

SOURCE: BluWave-ai

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Clear Start Tax Explains Why Not Everyone Qualifies for IRS Fresh Start, and What It Really Takes to Settle Tax Debt for Less

IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / The IRS Fresh Start Program has helped many taxpayers resolve overwhelming tax debt, but according to Clear Start Tax, widespread myths continue to mislead the public about who actually qualifies. While many companies advertise Fresh Start as a guaranteed solution, the reality is that eligibility depends on strict financial guidelines that the IRS carefully evaluates.

“Fresh Start can absolutely provide life-changing relief, but not everyone qualifies automatically,” said the Head of Client Solutions at Clear Start Tax. “Too often, people are told they’re eligible without anyone reviewing their full financial picture.”

The Biggest Myth: Everyone Qualifies

Clear Start Tax says the most common misunderstanding is that Fresh Start is an open invitation for anyone who owes back taxes to settle for pennies on the dollar. In truth, Fresh Start is a collection of IRS programs – such as Offer in Compromise, Installment Agreements, and Currently Not Collectible status – each with its own eligibility rules.

“The IRS doesn’t approve Fresh Start offers based on how much you owe. They approve based on how much you can actually pay,” the Head of Client Solutions at Clear Start Tax explains.

What the IRS Looks at to Determine Eligibility

The IRS reviews every applicant’s financial situation in detail. Key factors include:

• Income: Wages, self-employment, retirement income, and household earnings

• Assets: Equity in real estate, vehicles, bank accounts, retirement funds, and investments

• Expenses: Necessary living costs including housing, food, insurance, medical expenses, and dependents

• Household Size: How many people rely on the taxpayer’s income

• Age and Health: Retirement status or medical conditions may impact financial analysis

The IRS calculates a taxpayer’s “reasonable collection potential” based on these factors to decide whether full or partial settlement is allowed.

By answering a few simple questions, taxpayers can find out if they’re eligible for the IRS Fresh Start Program and take the first step toward resolving their tax debt.

How Clear Start Tax Builds Strong Cases

Because the IRS process is heavily document-driven, Clear Start Tax takes a hands-on approach to preparing each Fresh Start application. Their team:

• Conducts full financial reviews to uncover eligibility

• Collects and organizes required documentation

• Calculates accurate offer amounts based on IRS formulas

• Communicates directly with the IRS on the client’s behalf

• Protects clients from submitting unrealistic or non-compliant offers

“The goal isn’t just to submit paperwork, but to submit a proposal the IRS will actually accept,” the Head of Client Solutions added. “That’s where professional preparation makes all the difference.”

Beware of Companies That Overpromise

Clear Start Tax also warns taxpayers to be cautious of companies that promote guaranteed Fresh Start approvals or claim every debt can be settled for next to nothing.

“If someone promises you guaranteed Fresh Start approval before reviewing your full financial profile, that’s a red flag,” said the Head of Client Solutions at Clear Start Tax. “The IRS does not accept every offer, and submitting weak or incomplete proposals can lead to unnecessary delays and additional financial consequences.”

About Clear Start Tax

Clear Start Tax is a full-service tax liability resolution firm that serves taxpayers throughout the United States. The company specializes in assisting individuals and businesses with a wide range of IRS and state tax issues, including back taxes, wage garnishment relief, IRS appeals, and offers in compromise. Clear Start Tax helps taxpayers apply for the IRS Fresh Start Program, providing expert guidance in tax resolution. Fully accredited and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau, the firm’s unique approach and commitment to long-term client success distinguish it as a leader in the tax resolution industry.

Need Help With Back Taxes?

Click the link below:
https://clearstarttax.com/qualifytoday/
(888) 710-3533

Contact Information

Clear Start Tax
Corporate Communications Department
seo@clearstarttax.com
(949) 535-1627

SOURCE: Clear Start Tax

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