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Comcast has promoted Sophia Marshall to Senior Vice President of Communications for its Central Division in Atlanta, Georgia. Previously serving as Vice President, Marshall will enhance the division's internal and external communications strategy. Christine Whitaker, Comcast's Central Division President, highlighted Marshall's pivotal role in achieving unified storytelling and building a strong brand reputation. With over 22 years of experience, including her role at Wellstar during critical periods, Marshall's expertise spans corporate identity and thought leadership.

Comcast Corporation achieved significant milestones in 2022 towards its carbon neutrality goal, joining the Science Based Targets initiative to align with Paris Agreement climate goals. The company reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 31% since 2019, with over 1 million megawatt-hours of renewable energy contracts, covering 25% of its projected 2026 energy usage. Notable projects include the construction of new solar-equipped facilities at NBCUniversal and Sky Studios. Comcast is focused on reducing fleet emissions by piloting electric vehicles and enhancing energy efficiency technologies, aiming to avoid electricity use equivalent to powering half a million homes by 2030.

Comcast announced a collaboration with the National Skills Coalition (NSC) on February 10, 2023, to enhance digital equity in the U.S. This partnership is backed by a $200,000 grant from Comcast aimed at bridging workforce development with federal funding from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) and the Digital Equity Act (DEA). The initiative addresses the alarming statistic that nearly 50 million Americans lack essential digital skills, particularly affecting low-income and minority communities. The funding will assist states in expanding broadband access and training local workers, thus aiming to close the digital skills gap.

Comcast is accelerating its multi-gig deployment by launching its Xfinity 10G network upgrade to 10 million homes and businesses this month. By utilizing DOCSIS 4.0 technology, Comcast aims to introduce symmetrical multi-gigabit Internet options before year-end, enhancing reliability and capacity. Currently, improvements are implemented in over 40 markets, expanding to 50 million homes by 2025. New features include a WiFi Boost Guarantee and low latency options for data-intensive applications like gaming and videoconferencing. These efforts also align with Comcast's commitment to increase network energy efficiency, estimated to save enough energy to power 500,000 homes annually.

Comcast has issued a $1 billion green bond to enhance its sustainability initiatives, targeting carbon neutrality by 2035. The bond proceeds will fund projects in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and green building, among others. Comcast has reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 31% since 2019 and doubled its renewable electricity use from 2020 to 2021. This inaugural bond was supported by several minority- and women-owned investment banking firms, reflecting strong investor interest. The independent review affirmed the bond's alignment with ICMA Green Bond Principles.

Comcast is set to premiere two documentaries on February 16, 2023, in celebration of Black History Month. The second season of Founding in Color, a docuseries highlighting 11 Black and Latino entrepreneurs, will air on Peacock and Black Experience on Xfinity. Additionally, The Road to RISE will showcase the challenges faced by four small business owners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Both projects underscore Comcast's commitment to supporting diverse voices and fostering entrepreneurship.

Comcast has signed contracts with Indiana's Office of Community & Rural Affairs to deploy gigabit-capable broadband service to unserved areas across 19 counties. This initiative under the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program aims to connect over 10,000 homes and businesses, utilizing 1,200 miles of fiber. Comcast is investing $36 million alongside the state's $13.6 million contribution to enhance its network, which has already seen over $500 million invested over the past three years. The expansion is expected to be completed within two years, increasing access to essential internet services for rural communities.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced the addition of its 11th cohort of Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) fellows, comprising five military service members. Over 12 weeks, these fellows will gain experience in the media and tech industries as they transition to civilian roles. Comcast has partnered with HOH since 2018, hiring nearly 20,000 veterans and providing them with resources and benefits. The company values the unique skills veterans bring, enhancing its inclusive culture. This initiative demonstrates Comcast's commitment to military hiring, honoring its founder’s legacy of supporting veterans.