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AMRC

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator, has been awarded an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) by Columbia County, Oregon, to upgrade and modernize the historic John Gumm building. The project includes enhancements to energy efficiency through upgrades to boilers, HVAC, ventilation, lighting, and other infrastructure, contributing to a larger effort to improve county facilities. This initiative underscores Columbia County's commitment to sustainability and functionality for its workforce and community.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:15 pm

LTBR

Ambassador Thomas Graham, Jr. is retiring as Executive Chairman and director of Lightbridge Corporation (NASDAQ:LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, effective at the upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders. He has been appointed Chairman Emeritus. Graham's distinguished career in arms control and non-proliferation, alongside his contributions to nuclear energy, have been pivotal to Lightbridge's mission. Seth Grae, President & CEO, praised Graham's legacy and looks forward to his continued guidance in his new role.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:15 pm

QRHC

UNFI

Quest Resource Holding Corporation (QRHC) has entered into an agreement with United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) to provide waste, recycling, and food waste diversion services. This partnership aims to support UNFI's operational improvements, cost-efficiencies, and sustainability goals. Quest's solutions, including their patented Quest Proganics®, are designed to achieve high diversion rates for organic waste and offer comprehensive data for ESG reporting.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:14 pm

AUID

authID Inc. (NASDAQ:AUID) has been selected by the National Notarial Centralized Verification System (NNCVS) to deploy its biometric identity verification platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the security and efficiency of online notarization services by providing real-time identity assurance using advanced biometric and document-based verification methods. authID's technology will help combat fraud, deepfakes, and AI-generated attacks, ensuring a secure and seamless user experience for notaries and their clients nationwide.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:09 pm

NVAX

Novavax has announced an agreement to supply its updated COVID-19 vaccine to private healthcare providers in the United Kingdom. This move could potentially increase the company's vaccine distribution and sales in the UK.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:09 pm

AREB

American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:AREB) has entered into a distribution agreement with Standard Beverage Corporation for the distribution of American Rebel Beer in Kansas. This partnership aims to expand the availability of American Rebel Light Beer across the state, leveraging commitments from top sports bars, retail outlets, and music festivals. The collaboration highlights both entities' strong presence in Lenexa, Kansas, and aligns with American Rebel's goal to launch its patriotic-themed beer. Standard Beverage, a leading alcohol distributor in Kansas, will start distributing the beer as soon as it is integrated into their network.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:08 pm

NVMI

Nova (NASDAQ:NVMI) has received multiple orders for its process control solutions tailored for Gate-All-Around (GAA) device manufacturing, covering dimensional, materials, and chemical metrology solutions. These orders, expected to be delivered within the next 12 months, come from leading manufacturers transitioning to GAA technology. Nova's solutions are designed to address the challenges of next-generation device fabrication, providing essential value in geometrical dimensions, materials properties, and chemical analytics. The company anticipates further orders as GAA technology moves into high-volume production.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:04 pm

MSFT

VTSI

VirTra, Inc. (VTSI) has been awarded a $5.9 million prototype contract by the U.S. Army IVAS program, with Microsoft acting as the prime contractor. The contract involves the delivery of bolt kits, magazines, and high-pressure air fill stations, all tailored to the IVAS program's specifications. Revenue recognition from this contract is expected in three phases throughout 2024, encompassing reliability testing, soldier assessment, and final hardware deliveries. This order underscores VirTra's ongoing involvement and commitment to the IVAS program, highlighting its enhanced production capabilities and readiness for mass production to meet the U.S. Army's requirements.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:03 pm

CTM

Castellum's shares surged following the announcement of a strategic alliance between its subsidiary Specialty Systems and Epic Systems, signaling potential growth and collaboration opportunities.

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April 18, 2024 | 12:01 pm

FEPI

MU

PSI

Micron Technology Inc (NASDAQ:MU) is set to receive $6.1 billion in grants from the U.S. Commerce Department for its domestic semiconductor production expansion, aligning with the national strategy to boost American chip manufacturing. The funding, part of a broader package including loans, supports Micron's construction of up to five new factories in New York and Idaho. This move, highlighting Micron's focus on high-bandwidth memory (HBM) and its leadership in the HBM3E sector, is expected to significantly enhance its gross margins. Micron's stock has seen an 88% increase over the last 12 months, with options for investors to gain exposure through REX FANG & Innovation Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ:FEPI) and Invesco Semiconductors ETF (NYSE:PSI).

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April 18, 2024 | 11:53 am