Sustainability Soundbites from E+E Leader

Lunettes de ZAC reuses and redistributes eyewear across France through a circular model focused on environmental and social impact. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/lunettes-de-zac-expands-circular-eyewear-across-france,86354 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...

As nations clash in Geneva over a global plastics treaty, will a cap on plastic production finally align policy, business, and consumer demand for change? https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/the-business-case-for-a-global-cap-on-plastics,86720 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleade...

Twenty-two states are suing the DOT and FHWA for unlawfully halting NEVI EV charging funds, citing constitutional violations and severe project disruptions. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/states-sue-dot-over-withheld-ev-charging-funds,86472 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergylea...

GM and Redwood are converting retired EV batteries into backup grid storage. It's a smart fix for rising AI energy demand and EV waste at the same time. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/used-ev-batteries-get-second-life-as-grid-power,85877 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyl...

Mars cuts packaging emissions by 46% with new recyclable mono-material pouches for WHISKAS®, supporting its circular economy goals in pet food. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/whiskas-pouches-now-recyclable-in-uk-germany,86353 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 . Follo...

Peak Energy launches the first grid-scale sodium-ion ESS in the U.S., cutting costs and fire risks while supporting domestic battery manufacturing. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/peak-energy-launches-grid-scale-sodium-ion-system,86351 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...

Between 2003–2021, land plants boosted global photosynthesis while ocean algae declined, revealing a climate shift with long-term carbon and ecosystem risks. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/forests-outpace-oceans-in-capturing-carbon-since-2003,86356 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmente...

DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva will pay $875M and fund cleanup at four NJ sites as part of a $2B+ statewide PFAS settlement under court-supervised oversight. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/dupont-chemours-settle-nj-pfas-claims-for-875m,86473 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergylea...

UC Riverside researchers developed a 3D imaging tool that reveals how light and heat interact in solar materials. The insights could reshape solar device design. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-imaging-tech-unlocks-solar-material-efficiency,86140 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environment...

Helion has broken ground on its Orion fusion plant in Washington. Backed by Microsoft, the project targets grid-connected fusion power by 2028. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/helion-starts-work-on-first-commercial-fusion-power-plant,86135 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleade...

National Grid’s Scholars Program provides Syracuse high school students full scholarships to study energy and STEM fields through immersive college courses. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/national-grid-stem-program-expands-energy-literacy-access,86348 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environme...

Light Up Navajo VI will connect 175+ homes by July 2025, expanding access to electricity for remote families across the Navajo Nation. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/light-up-navajo-vi-to-connect-175plus-homes-in-2025,86146 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...

As climate risks rise, resilience remains deeply unequal—especially for youth. From Bangladesh to the Netherlands, adaptation is shaped by geography and power. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/why-is-climate-resilience-so-unequal,86136 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...

🔔 New for Executives: Your C-Suite Guide to Sustainability Performance We just launched Sustainability Soundbites: For C-Suite Executives, Presented by E+E Leader — a quick-read monthly newsletter delivering boardroom-ready insights in under 5 minutes. Each issue links disclosure strategy, ESG performance, and responsible business transformation with expert analysis, regulatory updates, and real-...

Velotric’s new Triker e-trike targets aging riders with a stable, user-friendly design. It’s built for comfort, safety, and easier access to electric mobility. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/velotric-launches-e-trike-for-older-and-mobility-limited-riders,85878 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www....

FORUM25 features top EHS and sustainability executives discussing climate risk, AI, circularity, and regulatory compliance across three days of programming. This episode of Sustainability Soundbites is brought to you by NAEM . The National Association for Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S) Management (NAEM) empowers corporate leaders to advance environmental stewardship,...

Boingo deploys the first commercial Wi-Fi 7 network on a U.S. military base, boosting digital readiness with secure fiber-backed internet at Mountain Home AFB. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/wi-fi-7-launches-at-mountain-home-afb-with-boingo,86016 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentene...

Stanford aims to convert a downtown Palo Alto building into a sustainability education hub with geoscience collections and field training resources. 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 our Social Channels: LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Sup...

Electrified Thermal and HWI are scaling high-temp battery tech to replace fossil fuels in heavy industry. Their system stores renewable heat up to 1,800°C. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/thermal-battery-tech-gets-boost-from-manufacturing-deal,85874 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmente...

A new report shows landfill upgrades could cut U.S. methane by 8.6%. Operators stand to recover costs in under a year while boosting RNG production. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/landfill-tech-cuts-methane-and-delivers-fast-roi,85876 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...

Pressure-sensitive labels could be key to scaling reusable and refillable packaging. Learn how smart labeling enables traceability, reduces costs, and supports CPG sustainability goals. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/why-labels-are-an-unsung-factor-in-scaling-reusable-and-refillable-formats-in-sustainable-packaging,86017 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of...

A new study shows machine learning slashed energy forecast errors at Mizzou by 46%. The approach offers big savings for campuses with complex energy needs. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ai-boosts-campus-energy-forecasting-accuracy-by-46,85875 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergy...

Bureaucrats influence environmental outcomes through discretionary decisions across China, Brazil, the U.S., and New Zealand, with lasting political impacts. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/bureaucratic-discretion-is-reshaping-global-environmental-policy,85765 Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.e...

Soft plastics often jam recycling systems or get tossed in landfills. Clear Drop’s in-home compactor could change that by reshaping how we handle packaging waste. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/small-plastics-big-potential-unlocking-value-through-recycling-innovation,65928? Support the show Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our w...

IFC invests $45M in CleanMax Thailand to develop and refinance 76 MWp of rooftop solar, expanding clean energy access for industrial businesses. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ifc-invests-45m-in-cleanmax-to-boost-thai-ci-solar,85904 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...