Sustainability Soundbites from E+E Leader
A daily briefing on the day’s most pressing sustainability and energy‑management headlines.
Hosted by the editors of Environment + Energy Leader, Sustainability Soundbites delivers concise, expert-driven updates each business day. In 3–7 minutes per episode, listeners get:
- 👉 The latest corporate sustainability initiatives—like Kenvue’s Sustainable Innovation Profiler targeting 75 % of new products with improved environmental performance by 2030
🔧 Innovative renewable energy solutions—from maritime hydrogen fuel cells to new hydropower capacity
🌍 Policy shifts and environmental developments affecting global energy access, compliance, and resilience
Tune in daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, your preferred podcast platform—or via the show’s RSS feed on https://sustainability-soundbites-e-e-leader.buzzsprout.com.
Whether you’re an energy executive, sustainability professional, or policy leader, these quick‑hit episodes equip you with timely, actionable insights to stay informed and ahead.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 3 minutes
- Episodes
- 1033
- Years Active
- 2025
AV Expands Defense R&D with Germantown Opening
AeroVironment, Inc's new Maryland facility adds 200 high-tech jobs and reinforces its ESG commitments to innovation, sustainability, and national security.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stor…
TVA Reconsiders Cheatham Gas Plant Site Amid Pushback
TVA drops its Lockertsville Road gas plant plan after public input and explores new Tennessee sites amid growing demand and regulatory shifts.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/tva-recon…
Mobile PFAS System Brings Treatment to Small Contaminated Sites
Allonnia’s SAFF®10 is a compact, mobile PFAS treatment unit designed for small sites. It delivers proven removal rates even in locations lacking infrastructure.
How White Hydrogen Could Power the Next Phase of Clean Energy Transition
White hydrogen—naturally occurring and zero-carbon—could reshape clean energy. Explore its advantages, global projects, and commercialization outlook.
Army Awards NORESCO Shared Contract for Global Energy Upgrades
The Army’s $3B contract with NORESCO upgrades global facilities without upfront costs. The plan cuts waste, modernizes bases, and boosts mission readiness.
CF Industries Launches CO₂ Capture at Louisiana Plant
CF Industries begins CO₂ sequestration at Donaldsonville Complex, producing 1.9M tons of low-carbon ammonia with ExxonMobil and 45Q tax credits.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/cf-indu…
States Fail on Plastics, Businesses Step Up Sustainability
New data shows 90% of states falling short on plastic action. Businesses now face rising pressure to reduce waste and lead on sustainability beyond compliance.
d.light Reaches 200M, Expands Solar Access Globally
d.light celebrates impacting 200M people with off-grid solar tech. From study nights to safer homes, the company is transforming energy access worldwide.
Stellantis Ends Hydrogen Program, Shifts to EV Strategy
Stellantis discontinues its hydrogen fuel cell program, citing limited market viability, and refocuses on electric and hybrid vehicles to meet CO2 goals.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/storie…
Montana Court Rejects Halt on Forest Thinning Project
A federal judge denied an injunction against a BLM forest thinning project in Montana, finding no irreparable harm to grizzlies or lynx habitat.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/montana…
Microbes Tested to Cut Methane at California Landfill
A California landfill is trialing microbes to slash methane and odor. This nature-based fix could reshape emissions control for the entire waste industry.
Army Corps Issues NEPA Correction on Permit Procedures
The Army Corps clarified its NEPA procedures for permit reviews, confirming EAs or EISs are required unless excluded. Public comments due August 4, 2025.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/storie…
PA Bill Offers Tax Incentives for Redeveloping Malls
Pennsylvania HB1446 lets local governments offer tax exemptions for redeveloping underused malls and greyfields into housing, green space, or energy-efficient sites.
https://www.environmentenergyleade…
ABTC, Argonne Partner on Lithium Tech Breakthrough
ABTC will use DOE funding to advance lithium hydroxide tech with Argonne's APS and Aurora supercomputer, reducing chemical use in critical mineral production.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/s…
Rice’s New Glass Coating Boosts Window Strength, Efficiency
A tough new glass coating from Rice University resists harsh weather and cuts energy use. It could help reshape how commercial buildings use and maintain windows.
Senate Links Climate Change to Public Health Crisis
Senators call climate change a public health threat and urge coordinated federal action to protect vulnerable U.S. communities.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/senate-links-climate-cha…
AI and Tech Aid as 2025 Wildfires Surge Ahead
Wildfires have nearly doubled since 2024. AI detection, drones, and MAFFS aircraft now support U.S. efforts as Preparedness Level 4 stretches resources.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories…
Green Hydrogen Powers First Full Industrial Heat Trials
Lhyfe proves green hydrogen can fully replace natural gas in heavy industry. Spain’s ceramics plants hit 1550°C using zero-carbon fuel without big overhauls.
SUNY ESF Subscribes to Saratoga II Community Solar Farm
SUNY ESF joins Saratoga II solar farm via GS Power Partners and CSA, cutting energy costs and expanding access to renewables across its Syracuse campus.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories…
Ontario pulp exports: climate costs beat economic gains
Ontario’s forest pulp exports to the US generate $560M in climate damage yearly, canceling economic gains. New policy moves may finally change the game.