Sustainability Soundbites from E+E Leader

In part 2 of our Insights from E+E Leader Award Winners Leading Through Change, discover how award-winning companies are using AI, data, and platform strategy to scale sustainability results in 2025—and explore the *new* Startup Award categories in the 2026 E+E Leader Awards.  https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/how-companies-are-scaling-impact-through-innovation-in-2025,87931 Support...

Apollo’s acquisition of Trace3 aims to scale AI and cloud services, but rising data center power and water demands pose growing environmental and grid challenges. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/apollo-acquisition-accelerates-ai-growth-amid-energy-strain,87357 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.e...

Experts share how centralized, trustworthy energy data can future-proof compliance strategies—watch the full session for actionable steps. Article: https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/building-a-data-driven-energy-strategy-for-regulatory-change,87658 Event: https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/building-strong-foundations-to-confidently-navigate-regulatory-change,84504 Suppor...

Costco's Norwalk warehouse runs its tire center off-grid using solar and battery tech. The move reflects how big retail is rethinking energy resilience. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/costco-goes-off-grid-with-trinity-energy-microgrid,87647 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentener...

After recent Legionnaires’ outbreaks, ASHRAE is urging stronger building water safety plans to reduce risk and liability across commercial facilities. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ashrae-calls-for-action-on-legionella-risk-in-buildings,87534 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergy...

An Indiana-based partnership has recycled over 1M pounds of medical plastics. Their approach targets hard-to-recycle waste from the orthopedic industry. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/medical-plastic-recycling-hits-1-million-pounds,87644 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader...

A Florida Keys beach cleanup removed 120+ lbs of debris in a joint effort by Proud Source and Hyatt Centric, showing how brands can drive real impact locally. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/florida-keys-cleanup-highlights-business-driven-conservation,87648 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.envi...

Sunrun boosts storage to 70% of installs, activates 130K+ home batteries, and delivers 650 MW of dispatchable power to strengthen U.S. grid reliability. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/sunrun-expands-home-to-grid-power-leadership,86978 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.co...

WEC Energy Group’s 2024 report links $28B in clean power investments to recent federal funding, storage projects, and hydrogen innovation. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/wec-energy-group-scales-clean-energy-storage,87241 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com . Follow us...

August’s Environment+Energy Leader update covers major shifts in sustainability, energy, and compliance, including $22B in U.S. clean energy projects stalled by federal policy changes, Oregon’s PFAS biosolids study, and USGS’s large-scale lidar mapping in the Southeast. Key developments span India–Australia rare earth partnerships, off-grid 3D-printed housing, and advances in wildfire research, lo...

A new UV-based pilot system destroyed over 99.99% of PFAS in wastewater. The successful trial signals a real path to large-scale, cost-effective cleanup. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/industrial-uv-tech-achieves-9999-pfas-destruction,87656 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergylea...

Federal court orders Chemours to stop Ohio River PFAS discharges exceeding permit limits, citing public health and Clean Water Act violations. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/court-orders-chemours-to-halt-pfas-permit-violations,87374 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com...

Defense contractors are accelerating adoption of synthetic and sustainable aviation fuels to enhance energy resilience, operational reach, and global interoperability. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/defense-sector-advances-alternative-aircraft-fuels,87355 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.envir...

Latin America and Caribbean leaders commit to joint solar projects, financing, and innovation to fast-track the region’s clean energy transition. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/isa-lac-meeting-drives-regional-solar-action-plans,87226 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com...

Sonoma Valley teens can now apply for the paid EnviroLeaders program, offering hands-on training in sustainable agriculture and restoration. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/enviroleaders-program-accepting-applications,87108 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com . Follow u...

Study finds human-driven warming has shifted California’s wildfire season up to 46 days earlier in some regions, increasing risks and planning challenges. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/study-ties-earlier-fire-season-to-climate-warming,87356 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyle...

Verizon is rolling out AI-powered flood sensors across Chicago. The system delivers early warnings and data to help communities respond to severe weather faster. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/verizon-launches-ai-flood-sensors-in-chicago,87643 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergy...

India and Australia are advancing a minerals alliance to reduce reliance on China’s rare earth supply, focusing on joint mining and processing ventures. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/india-australia-target-rare-earth-supply-diversification,87240 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentene...

The bipartisan Ethanol for America Act seeks to expand E15 access by streamlining labeling rules and easing infrastructure restrictions. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ethanol-for-america-act-targets-e15-barriers,87224 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com . Follow us on...

NPHarvest debuts its nutrient recovery system in Ankara, turning waste into fertilizer. The tech aims to cut Europe's reliance on imported agricultural inputs. NPHarvest debuts its nutrient recovery system in Ankara, turning waste into fertilizer. The tech aims to cut Europe's reliance on imported agricultural inputs. Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader...

GrubMarket's two-year initiative blends AI, reforestation, and farm aid. Progress is real—but long-term success hinges on adoption and resilience. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/grubmarkets-green-strategy-marks-two-years-in-california,86976 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentener...

Graymont and Fortera join forces to cut cement emissions at scale. Their tech works with existing plants, avoiding costly upgrades and downtime. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/graymont-and-fortera-launch-scalable-low-carbon-cement,86975 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader....

Bavaria Fiction becomes the first major production house certified under EMAS and ISO 14001, advancing CO₂ cuts and sustainable film production. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/bavaria-fiction-earns-emas-and-iso-14001-certification,87223 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader....

CEC’s $55M Fast Charge California Project funds up to 100% of DC fast charger installation costs, prioritizing disadvantaged and tribal communities. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/california-launches-55m-fast-charger-program,87110 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com ....

Trump’s new permitting rules and land-use restrictions have stalled $22B in U.S. wind and solar projects, leading to 16,500 job losses in 2025. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/trump-policies-stall-22b-in-us-clean-energy,87239 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com . Follow...