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CIBC Innovation Banking has extended a $12.5 million credit facility to CollegeNET, a provider of SaaS technologies for colleges and universities. This funding aims to scale CollegeNET's business, leveraging its patented StandOut technology for AI-based video interviewing. CEO James Wolfston emphasized that this financing will accelerate growth ambitions, aligning with the evolving needs of college applications and interviews. CIBC's Innovation Team specializes in supporting innovation companies, indicating strong market confidence in CollegeNET's technology.

CIBC announced the rebalance of the CIBC Atlas Clean Energy Index effective after the close of business on March 19, 2021. The rebalance will see the addition of five constituents: Array Technologies, Inc (ARRY), Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc (EOSE), Sunworks, Inc (SUNW), Aemetis Inc (AMTX), and Greenlane Renewables Inc (GRN CN). Conversely, Cree, Inc (CREE) and Cleanspark Inc (CLSK) will be removed from the Index. CIBC clarifies that these changes do not imply a judgment on the investment viability of the respective securities.

CIBC (TSX: CM) has become the first Canadian bank to partner with RMI's Center for Climate-Aligned Finance, aimed at aligning financial practices with long-term decarbonization efforts. This partnership includes collaboration with major US banks like Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase, focusing on sustainable finance solutions. The Center, launched in July 2020, will help financial institutions and their corporate clients facilitate the transition to a net-zero emissions economy. CIBC's commitment includes a target of mobilizing $150 billion in sustainable finance by 2027 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2024.

CIBC announced the retirement of Larry D. Richman from the CIBC Bancorp USA Board of Directors, effective March 31, 2021. Richman, who has had a 40-year career in commercial banking in Chicago, previously led the company through significant growth and development after joining CIBC in 2017 via the acquisition of The PrivateBank. His successor, Michael G. Capatides, has served as Group Head for the U.S. Region and CEO of CIBC Bank USA since 2019, ensuring a smooth transition.

CIBC Innovation Banking has extended a $15 million credit facility to Yello, a provider of early talent acquisition and recruiting scheduling software. This financing aims to support Yello's growth, especially amid the challenges posed by the pandemic. Yello's platform enhances the recruiting process digitally, crucial for adapting to new market demands. CIBC's support is anticipated to enhance Yello's operational flexibility and investment capabilities.

On June 15, 2020, CIBC (NYSE: CM, TSX: CM) announced that there will be no additions or deletions to the CIBC Atlas Clean Energy Index during its upcoming rebalance on June 19, 2020. This decision indicates stability in the index's current constituents, although it does not reflect CIBC's opinion on the investment merits of these securities. CIBC is a North American financial institution serving over 10 million clients across various sectors, providing a wide range of banking and investment services.