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
The Implications of AI-Driven Load Growth, and what it means for energy buyers & sellers
Mind-numbing growth forecasts for AI data centers and the power they will require have been dominating headlines for months. But an important perspective has been missing from the conversation: what …
Revolve Expands U.S. Footprint with Acquisition of 9.6 MW Operating Wind Project
Closing of the transaction is expected in Q2 2025, pending approval from the TSX Venture Exchange and fulfillment of standard closing conditions.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/revolv…
Innovative Alliances Fuel Smart City Progress in the United States
Technology partnerships are accelerating smart city development across the U.S., driving innovation in infrastructure, mobility, and public services.
Norfolk Southern Launches RailGreen to Help Shippers Cut Supply Chain Emissions
Through blockchain-backed EACs and certified low-carbon fuels, RailGreen enables shippers to reduce their environmental footprint while supporting cleaner rail operations.
New Flexiforming Tech Transforms Sustainable Jet Fuel Production
Unifuel's Flexiforming tech cuts energy use by 75% in SAF production. It enables scalable, cost-efficient fuel from multiple renewables.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-flexiformin…
Hempitecture Expands to Support Wildfire Recovery in California
Hempitecture opens a Southern California hub to supply fire-resistant, sustainable materials for rebuilding wildfire-affected communities.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/hempitecture-…
68 Winners, One Future: Meet the Companies Defining What’s Next
Environment+Energy Leader is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 E+E Leader Awards, honoring the year’s most impactful products and projects driving progress in energy management, sustainabilit…
Data-Driven Tools Advance Coastal Resilience Planning
A new GIS-based tool maps coastal risks to guide smarter restoration. Nature-based solutions offer cost-effective shoreline protection.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/data-driven-tool…
South Korea Weighs Emergency Budget as U.S. Tariffs and Wildfires Threaten Economic Stability
Despite growing consensus on the need for fiscal intervention, political divisions have stalled progress.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/south-korea-weighs-emergency-budget-as-us-tari…
Oregon’s Smart Corridor Project Prioritizes Safer, Faster, Greener Commutes
The Smart SW 185th Avenue ITS and Better Bus Project in Hillsboro, Oregon, proposes AI-integrated signals to ease traffic congestion, improve transit service, and enhance pedestrian safety near a bus…
Geothermal Investment Heats Up El Salvador’s Clean Energy Future
World Bank Commits $150 Million to Expand Renewable Capacity and Community Access.
Improper Battery Disposal Sparks Waste Facility Fire, Underscores Rising Lithium-Ion Risk
The recent fire is a clear and troubling example of the real-world dangers associated with the improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/improper-batt…
Op-Ed: The Future of Water: Scaling Solutions for Billions of People Around the World
Water is more than a resource; it is essential to life itself.
Justine Mahler leads Amazon’s worldwide strategy for environmental impact areas in Waste, Water, and Biodiversity. She also owns Sustain…
Ohio Advances Energy Reform to Power Growth, Cut Costs for Ratepayers
House Bill 15 promotes power generation, affordability, and regulatory transparency—but faces pushback from utilities and environmental advocates.
Toyo to Double Solar Output in Ethiopia
TOYO is expanding solar cell production in Ethiopia to 4GW by August 2025. The move supports global demand for efficient energy solutions.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/toyo-to-doubl…
Vale Advances Rail Decarbonization with Wabtec Locomotive Deal
According to the International Energy Agency, shifting freight from road to rail and investing in cleaner rail technology could reduce global transport CO₂ emissions by nearly 10% by 2050.
Crystal Sulfur Batteries Aim to Reshape Energy Storage
Berlin-based Theion has secured $16M to develop crystal sulfur batteries for EV, aviation, and storage markets.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/crystal-sulfur-batteries-aim-to-reshape-…
EPA Opens Pathway for Industries to Bypass Toxic Emission Standards
This initiative enables companies to apply for presidential exemptions under the Clean Air Act by submitting requests via a designated email system.
Biotalys Trials New Low-Dose Biofungicide for Crop Protection
Biotalys’ BioFun-6 cut application rates while maintaining performance. Early trials show promise for scalable, low-residue crop protection.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/biotalys-tr…
Pilot, GM, and EVgo Scale EV Charging for Interstate and Long-Distance Travel
The collaboration aims to ease range anxiety and accelerate decarbonization in transportation by delivering convenient, high-speed charging access across underserved and high-demand corridors.