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Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise Announces First System-Wide In-Conduit Hydropower Clean Energy Projects with Rentricity

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Multiple Rentricity Renewable Energy AgriPower (REAP™) systems will generate approximately 115 kilowatts of Clean Energy Seasonally

NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise (UMUFRE), a tribally owned farm known for its innovative agricultural practices, is proud to announce the successful installation of the first enterprise-wide in-conduit hydropower system across its 7,700-acre irrigated farmland. This pioneering project, which integrates sustainable energy production with advanced center-pivot irrigation technology, marks a significant milestone in clean energy generation and agricultural efficiency.

The installation consists of 5 similar in-conduit hydropower sites strategically positioned within the piped center-pivot irrigation system. These systems have been integrated into the UMUFRE system over the past two years. The sites collectively generate over 115 kilowatts of clean, renewable energy seasonally, which is used to power onsite farming operations thereby reducing the community’s energy needs and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

As part of these projects, Rentricity, the premier New York-based In-conduit Hydropower Company, is excited to introduce the Renewable Energy AgriPower™ (REAP™) platform, a cutting-edge clean energy solution designed specifically for large farm enterprises utilizing gravity-fed center-pivot irrigation systems. REAP enables farms to seasonally recover clean energy, significantly reducing operational costs and supporting the local electrical grid.

Key Highlights of the UMUFRE System include:

Scope of the Installation: The hydropower system spans approximately 1000 irrigated acres dedicated to the cultivation of alfalfa, corn, and wheat and grazing cattle.Clean Energy Generation: The five (5) in-conduit hydropower sites harness excess pressure in the water flowing through the irrigation pipes, converting it into electrical power without disrupting the irrigation process.Environmental Impact: This project underscores the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise’s commitment to sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship, significantly reducing the farm’s carbon footprint and promoting renewable energy use. The overall project included renovations to 18 associated center-pivots to optimize hydropower resources and water-use efficiency improvements appropriate to their desert environment.Community Benefits: The generated power supports the local electrical grid, enhancing energy security and contributing to the tribe’s economic development and energy independence.

“We are thrilled to lead the way in integrating Rentricity’s in-conduit hydropower technology into our irrigation systems,” said Simon Martinez, General Manager of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise. “These projects not only showcase our commitment to sustainability but also provide a replicable model for other agricultural enterprises looking to adopt clean energy solutions. We are proud to contribute to our community’s energy needs while maintaining our dedication to efficient and innovative farming practices.”

This is Rentricity’s first enterprise-wide REAP installation and hopes it serves as a best practice for sustainable agriculture in North America. “Three months of the 115-kW operation could charge electric vehicles to travel a combined total of approximately 750,000 miles,” said Frank Zammataro CEO and Founder of Rentricity.  This is a terrific project demonstrating the importance of harvesting clean energy from solid pipe water infrastructure.  Rentricity and UMUFRE have completed the installation of 5 sites with 5 more in development.

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) have been key stakeholders working with the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise on the hydro assessments and developments since 2016. CDA provided technical assistance and the project is jointly funded in full by NRCS and CDA under the NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).

“CDA has been proud to be an integral partner on this multi-year effort through its ACRE3 irrigation energy–recovery hydropower initiative,” says Sam Anderson, Program Manager for CDA’s ACRE3 energy grants program.  

“This an important project and partnership for the NRCS,” says, Clint Evans, State Conservationist for the NRCS in Colorado. “The NRCS supports this pioneering initiative that leverages in-conduit hydropower technology to enhance the sustainability and energy efficiency of agricultural operations. This UMUFRE’s system-wide installation not only exemplifies our commitment to promoting innovative solutions for resource conservation but also sets a new standard for integrating clean energy into agricultural practices. By harnessing the power of gravity-fed irrigation systems, this project will generate substantial clean energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to the economic and environmental resilience of this tribal farm enterprise. We look forward to seeing the transformative impact this initiative will have on the community and the broader agricultural sector.”

About Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch Enterprise
The UMUFRE is a tribally owned agricultural business specializing in the production of alfalfa, corn, wheat, and cattle. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, the enterprise integrates advanced farming techniques to enhance productivity while preserving natural resources. The farm’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community well-being drives its ongoing efforts to adopt and promote sustainable practices.

About Rentricity – www.rentricity.com
Rentricity is the premier provider of sustainable energy solutions, specializing in in-conduit hydropower technology and renewable energy systems. With a focus on innovation, reliability, and environmental stewardship, Rentricity is dedicated to powering a cleaner, greener future for water operations in North America.

About the Colorado Department of Agriculture – www.colorado.gov/ag/energy
The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to strengthen and advance Colorado agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment and natural resources. CDA’s ACRE3 program provides technical assistance and grants for on-farm renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

About the Natural Resources Conservation Service – www.nrcs.usda.gov
The NRCS is an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that provides technical assistance to farmers and other private landowners and managers. NRCS aims to conserve natural resources on private lands, with a focus on soil conservation, water quality improvement, and sustainable agricultural practices. RCPP is a partner-driven approach to conservation that funds solutions to natural resource challenges on agricultural land. It is NRCS’ policy to provide equal opportunity in all programs, services, and activities for all individuals and communities. 

Media Contacts:

Frank Zammataro, CEO, Rentricity | 732.319.4501 | frankz@rentricity.com
Simon Martinez, General Manager, UMUFRE | 970.749.2765 | simon@utemtn.com
Sam Anderson, ACRE3 Program Manager, CDA | 303.869-9044 | sam.anderson@state.co.us
Petra Popiel, Public Information Officer, NRCS | 720.544.2808 | petra.popiel@usda.gov 

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FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION APPOINTS DAVID S. SCHULZ TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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LANCASTER, Pa., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) (“Fulton”) today announced the appointment of David S. Schulz as a member of its board of directors (the “Board”) for a term commencing September 14, 2026 and expiring at Fulton’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.

“We’re excited to welcome Dave to Fulton’s board of directors,” said Curt Myers, Fulton Chairman, CEO, and President. “Dave brings extensive financial leadership experience gained through more than a decade of service with publicly traded companies. His expertise in finance, strategic planning, risk, and mergers and acquisitions will provide valuable perspective as we continue to execute our growth strategy and create long-term value for our shareholders, customers and communities.”

With the addition of Schulz, Fulton’s Board will have 11 members, and he will serve on the Audit and Risk committees. Schulz has also been appointed to the board of directors of Fulton’s banking subsidiary, Fulton Bank, N.A.

Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco International, Inc. (“Wesco”) from 2016 to June 2020, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco from June 2020 to February 2026 and as Executive Vice President and Special Advisor to the CEO of Wesco from February 2026 until his retirement on May 31, 2026. 

Prior to joining Wesco, Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Armstrong Flooring, Inc. and was previously Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. and Vice President of Finance of the Armstrong Building Products division.

Before joining Armstrong World Industries in 2011, he held various financial leadership roles with Procter & Gamble and The J.M. Smucker Company. He was also an officer in the United States Marine Corps.

In 2025, Schulz joined the board of Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., and he was appointed as chair of the audit committee in 2026. He also serves on the company’s compensation and talent development committee.

ABOUT FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Fulton, a $34 billion Lancaster, Pa.-based financial holding company, has more than 3,400 employees and operates more than 215 financial centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia through Fulton Bank, N.A. Additional information on Fulton can be found at https://investor.fultonbank.com.

Contact: Steve Trapnell
717-291-2739

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Octavio Marquez Elected to MSA Safety Board of Directors

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PITTSBURGH, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of MSA Safety Inc. (NYSE: MSA), a global leader in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions, today announced that Octavio Marquez, president and chief executive officer of Diebold Nixdorf, has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. His election was part of the MSA Board’s regular succession plans.

“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to add Octavio to the MSA Board,” said Robert A. Bruggeworth, MSA chairman. “He brings a broad range of executive leadership experience, including strategy development, capital allocation, business transformation and serving international markets, which will serve MSA well.”

“Octavio’s perspectives will be an asset to me and our entire Executive Leadership Team,” said Steven C. Blanco, MSA president and CEO. “It is a pleasure to welcome Octavio to MSA, and I look forward to working with him.”

Mr. Marquez joined Diebold Nixdorf in 2014 and has held senior leadership roles across the company’s Global Banking organization and its Americas region, including as executive vice president of Global Banking and senior vice president of the Americas. Before joining Diebold Nixdorf, Mr. Marquez held leadership positions at Dell EMC, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, IBM and NCR.

Diebold Nixdorf automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world’s top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, its integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of customers every day. Headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Diebold Nixdorf employs approximately 20,000 employees globally, supporting more than 100 countries.

Mr. Marquez holds a degree in business and finance from Universidad Iberoamericana and has completed executive education programs at MIT Sloan, The Wharton School and The University of Texas at Austin.

About MSA Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is the global leader in advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders. With 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion, MSA Safety is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and employs a team of approximately 5,300 associates across its more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.

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BlueFolder Field Service Software Launches New AI-Powered Features to Transform How Teams Work

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New AI capabilities instantly surface customer insights and transform technician notes into actionable summaries to help field service teams work faster, stay aligned, and deliver better service

AUBURN, Ala., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BlueFolder field service software recently announced the launch of two powerful new AI features: AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization. Together, these capabilities are designed to eliminate the time-consuming, manual work of reviewing fragmented customer records and lengthy technician notes—giving field service teams instant clarity to respond faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver exceptional service.

BlueFolder expands it’s field service and work order management suite with two exciting new AI field service features.

Built directly into the BlueFolder platform, both features leverage artificial intelligence to automatically compile and summarize complex, unstructured data into clear, easy-to-read overviews. The result: technicians, dispatchers, and managers always have the context they need, right when they need it.

AI-Powered Customer Summaries

As field service organizations grow, customer information becomes increasingly scattered across emails, service request logs, and communication histories. BlueFolder’s AI Customer Summary feature addresses this challenge head-on by consolidating those interactions into a single, actionable snapshot.

Instead of manually digging through multiple records before a service call or customer interaction, teams can now access a real-time summary highlighting key concerns, past service activity, and recent updates. The feature goes beyond basic summarization and surfaces critical business insights such as equipment past due for maintenance, approaching warranty expirations, and proactive revenue opportunities, empowering teams to recommend follow-ups or upgrades directly from the customer record.

Built-in traceability links each summary back to its original source communications, so users can validate insights with confidence, ensuring both speed and accuracy in every customer interaction.

AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization

In many service organizations, technicians log updates across multiple visits, often resulting in long, fragmented notes that are difficult to review at a glance. BlueFolder’s AI Field Notes Summarization feature solves this by automatically condensing multiple technician entries into a structured summary that highlights key milestones, actions taken, and next steps.

Rather than scrolling through pages of updates, managers and dispatchers can immediately understand job status and determine what needs to happen next, improving alignment between field and office teams, accelerating decision-making, and reducing miscommunication. The feature is especially valuable for complex or multi-day jobs, where clear continuity and smooth technician handoffs are critical to delivering consistent service. It’s another featuring making BlueFolder’s work order management software capabilities stronger every day.

“History is one of the most powerful tools a service team has — the problem is it’s usually buried. BlueFolder’s new AI features fix that. Your team walks into every interaction already knowing the customer, knowing the equipment, and exactly where things stand. That changes the entire experience,” says John Shaw, VP, Technology, Service Operations.

AI as a Core Part of the BlueFolder Platform

The launch of these two features reflects BlueFolder’s broader commitment to embedding AI throughout its field service management software as an integrated layer of intelligence that makes every workflow smarter. Rather than requiring teams to change how they work, BlueFolder’s AI capabilities are designed to surface the right information at the right moment automatically, within the tools that technicians, dispatchers, and managers already use every day.

“AI is transforming what’s possible in field service, and BlueFolder is answering that call. These features are the result of deep platform expertise and a clear vision for where the industry is headed. We’re embedding intelligence throughout the platform because we know it makes our customers more competitive, more efficient, and better positioned to grow,” says Stephen Myslicki, Group President of Field Services.

Availability

Both AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization are available now to BlueFolder customers as optional, easy-to-enable features within the platform. They are part of BlueFolder’s growing suite of AI-driven capabilities designed to help field service organizations operate more efficiently and scale with confidence.

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