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Forus selects Elisa Industriq’s Gridle to operate 15 MW of battery storage in Finland

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HELSINKI, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Forus Oy has selected Elisa Industriq’s Gridle to optimize and operate 15 MW of battery energy storage across two sites in Finland. The projects support grid balancing and flexibility needs in a power system with increasing renewable energy generation.

The assets, 5 MW / 10 MWh in Imatra and 10 MW / 20 MWh in Sodankylä, are grid-scale batteries designed to balance the Finnish electricity grid and capture maximum value from electricity markets. The projects are implemented through the project companies Imatran Akku Oy and Sodankylä Akku Oy. Suomen Sähköverkot Oy, backed by Finnish private investors, has acquired a majority ownership stake in the projects. Forus has led the project development, including site identification, permitting, and EPC contracting.

Gridle will provide Forus with a route-to-market service, acting as the optimizer and market operator for both projects. Gridle connects the assets to electricity markets, operates them, and manages their participation across balancing and wholesale markets to maximize value and performance.

“We chose Gridle because it combines proven operational reliability, strong market expertise and experience in operating critical infrastructure. As battery markets become more competitive, we need a partner that can continuously optimize performance and adapt to evolving market conditions,” says Julius Maylett, Head of Project Management at Forus.

Gridle has developed its in-house optimization and market access capabilities by operating distributed battery portfolios across industrial, residential and telecom environments, the most complex form of battery optimization. This is a strong foundation for expansion into grid-scale optimization. Gridle has recently announced several grid-scale projects, such as with Finnish energy companies Vantaan Energia and Nivos.

“Grid-scale batteries are a strategic focus for Gridle. Maximizing value requires continuous optimization, accurate forecasting, and reliable operation in changing market conditions. We are pleased to see pioneering companies such as Forus turn to Gridle to maximize the returns of their energy storage investments,” says Markus Logren, Business Lead at Gridle, Elisa Industriq.

Forus continues to expand its pipeline of energy storage and renewable energy projects. The Imatra and Sodankylä projects represent the next step in scaling storage assets across Finland.

More information & interview requests:

Elisa Industriq Mediadesk, mediadesk@elisaindustriq.com, tel. +358 50 305 1605
Forus, Julius Maylett, julius.maylett@forus.fi, tel. +358 40 187 6408

About Gridle

Gridle is an AI-powered energy flexibility service that maximizes the value of flexible energy assets such as batteries. Gridle turns energy flexibility, the ability to shift when electricity is produced or consumed, into financial value. Gridle controls energy assets intelligently and decides when energy assets should use, store or produce energy. It then offers this flexibility capacity to electricity markets that balance supply and demand, enabling customers to cut energy costs and gain new revenue streams. The service is vendor-neutral and ensures the security of mission-critical assets and infrastructure. Drawing on Elisa’s 140+ years of innovation and automation and its expertise in operating nationally critical infrastructure, Gridle delivers dependable energy services that translates directly into operational efficiency and measurable financial outcomes. elisaindustriq.com/gridle

About Elisa Industriq

Elisa Industriq creates software solutions for operational intelligence by multiplying industrial knowledge with AI innovation. Our businesses - camLine, sedApta, Polystar, CalcuQuote, TenForce, and Gridle – serve over 2,500 clients internationally in the manufacturing, telecommunications, and energy sectors. 

Elisa Industriq delivers business value for customers by reducing costs, improving quality, and generating growth. Our software solutions integrate with customers’ existing systems to optimize their operations in areas including manufacturing execution, supply chain optimization, network analytics, and energy management. 

Elisa Industriq is part of Elisa, a pioneer in telecommunications and digital services headquartered in Finland. Our shared mission is a sustainable future through digitalization. Elisa Industriq employs over 1,500 experts in Europe, Asia, and North America. elisaindustriq.com

About Forus

Forus Oy is a Finnish project developer focused on scaling commercially viable climate solutions. The company develops projects across renewable energy and storage, and other emerging technologies that support the energy transition.

Forus combines technical project development with a strong commercial focus, covering the full lifecycle from site identification and permitting to EPC contracting and construction readiness. Forus exists to accelerate the energy transition by turning complex infrastructure projects into viable, scalable and bankable solutions. The company is backed by experienced private investors and is actively developing its portfolio in Finland. forus.fi/en 

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Nuveen Prices Senior Notes Offerings

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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nuveen, LLC (“Nuveen”) announced today the pricing of (1) an offering (the “GBP Offering”) of £550 million aggregate principal amount of 6.052% Senior Notes due 2031 (the “2031 GBP Notes”), and (2) an offering (the “USD Offering”) of $2 billion aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes which were offered in three series: (i) a series of 5.572% Senior Notes due 2029 in an aggregate principal amount of $750 million (the “2029 USD Notes”), (ii) a series of 5.738% Senior Notes due 2031 in an aggregate principal amount of $750 million (the “2031 USD Notes”) and (iii) a series of 6.063% Senior Notes due 2036 in an aggregate principal amount of $500 million (the “2036 USD Notes” and, together with the 2031 GBP Notes, the 2029 USD Notes and the 2031 USD Notes, the “Notes”).

Nuveen intends to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which may include, among other things, to fund a portion of the cash consideration for Nuveen’s acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of Schroders plc and to pay fees and expenses related to the Acquisition and to this offering.

The Notes will be unsecured, senior obligations of Nuveen. The 2031 GBP Notes will mature on September 25, 2031, the 2029 USD Notes will mature on September 25, 2029, the 2031 USD Notes will mature on September 25, 2031 and the 2036 USD Notes will mature on September 25, 2036.

The closing of the GBP Offering is not contingent on the closing of the USD Offering, nor is the closing of the USD Offering contingent on the closing of GBP Offering.

The Notes were offered only to (i) persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and (ii) certain non-U.S. persons outside the United States pursuant to Regulation S under the Securities Act. The Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and therefore may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes, nor shall it constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale is unlawful.

About Nuveen

Nuveen, a TIAA Company, is a global investment leader, managing $1.4 trillion in public and private assets for clients around the world, as of June 30, 2026. With broad expertise across income and alternatives, we invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure, and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access, and foresight unique to our 125+ year heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors — all to pursue lasting performance for our clients, our communities, and our global economy.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain statements that may include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical or present facts or conditions, included herein are “forward-looking statements.” Included among “forward- looking statements” are, among other things, statements regarding Nuveen’s business strategy, plans and objectives, including the use of proceeds from the offering. Though Nuveen believes that the expectations reflected in these “forward-looking statements” are reasonable, they are inherently uncertain and involve a number of risks and uncertainties beyond Nuveen’s control. In addition, assumptions may prove to be inaccurate. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated or implied in “forward-looking statements” as a result of a variety of factors. These “forward-looking statements” speak only as of the date made, and other than as required by law, Nuveen undertakes no obligation to update or revise any “forward-looking statement” or provide reasons why actual results may differ, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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UTulsa rises to Top 75 private research university in U.S. News rankings

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TULSA, Okla., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The University of Tulsa is ranked a Top 75 private research university, according to the 2027 U.S. News & World Report’s Best College report released Tuesday. The publication also ranks UTulsa the No. 1 best value for higher education in the state of Oklahoma.

Academic excellence and outstanding outcomes drive UTulsa’s recognition as a leading small, private research university.

UTulsa advanced 10 places in overall rank for national universities, increased 16 spots in undergraduate engineering programs, jumped 57 positions in undergraduate computer science programs, climbed 26 places in undergraduate business programs and rose eight spots among the best colleges for veterans.

The University of Tulsa remained No. 3 for undergraduate petroleum engineering programs among all national universities and No. 1 in Oklahoma.

Earlier this year, UTulsa took the bold step to increase access to academic excellence by announcing that the annual undergraduate rate for tuition and required fees will be set at $25,000 beginning in fall 2027. Additionally, new undergraduates will have that rate locked in for at least four years. And once students factor in merit- and need-based financial aid, most will pay even less than the published cost. This move makes The University of Tulsa the most affordable private research university in the nation’s heartland.

U.S. News collected data for the 2027 report before UTulsa made its tuition announcement, signaling that future best value rankings will continue an upward trajectory once the new pricing structure is fully considered.

Tuesday’s rankings news is just the latest of many accolades UTulsa has acquired this year, including:

Named No. 11 in the country for best student experience by the Wall Street JournalRated the top university in Oklahoma by WalletHubRecognized by Money magazine for highest median income for recent grads in Oklahoma

According to Niche.com, students who receive a bachelor’s degree from The University of Tulsa report a median starting salary of $58,279.

“While student experience and post-graduation outcomes will always be our primary focus, these and other rankings confirm that we are a university on the rise. We are on the right track and poised for growth and more significant impact in the near and long term,” said President Stacy Leeds. “Today’s announcement highlights the outstanding achievements of our students, the dedication of our faculty and staff and the generosity of donors who provide opportunity at every turn.”

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Streem Welcomes Back Tess Fezzuoglio as Commercial Director to Lead Next Phase of Growth

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SYDNEY, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Streem is pleased to announce the return of Tess Fezzuoglio, who rejoins the business as Commercial Director to lead the next phase of commercial growth.

Having previously been part of Streem’s early growth from 2020 to 2022, Fezzuoglio returns to Streem armed with international experience, a fresh perspective and a deep understanding of the industry to continue Streem’s expansion.

Tess brings over 11 years of experience in the media intelligence industry, having spent the last 4 years in London at Onclusive, leading Northern Europe’s commercial arm.

In her new role, Fezzuoglio will oversee Streem’s commercial operations and client strategy, continuing to drive expansion across corporate, government, and agency sectors in Australia and New Zealand.

“I’m incredibly excited to be coming back to Streem. Having spent the last few years on the other side of the world, working across the UK and Europe, I can honestly say it has only reinforced how special Streem is. The product truly is the best in the market, and seeing the landscape from the outside has given me an even greater appreciation for what Streem has built, and excited for what’s to come for our customers,” said Tess Fezzuoglio.

“I’m really looking forward to reconnecting with familiar faces and rolling up my sleeves to help drive the next stage of growth alongside such a talented team”.

Senior Vice President for APAC at Cision, Royce Shih, said, “We are thrilled to have Tess re-join Streem, bringing her wealth of international experience, strategic vision, and proven leadership back home to Streem.”

“Her deep understanding of Streem’s roots, combined with the global expertise she has gained, makes her uniquely positioned to guide our commercial teams into our next phase of growth.”

Tess’s appointment is effective immediately.

About Streem

Streem is a leading provider of media intelligence solutions in Australia and New Zealand, empowering organisations to make informed decisions and drive business success through realtime content and insights. Streem is part of Cision, the global leader in PR and marketing communications technology.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Streem 
marketing@streem.com.au

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