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
Boosting Ireland’s Organic Farming Through Producer Organizations
Discover how Producer Organizations can drive Ireland’s organic farming growth, improve supply chains, and help meet 2030 sustainability targets.
Odfjell Installs eSAIL Wind Propulsion on Bow Olympus
Odfjell has equipped Bow Olympus with eSAIL wind propulsion to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions, marking a key step in decarbonization.
EPA and Army Corps to Redefine WOTUS Rule Following Supreme Court Ruling
The EPA and Army Corps plan to revise the WOTUS Rule, aiming to clarify waterway jurisdiction, reduce permitting costs, and align with a 2023 Supreme Court ruling.
UK Battery Firm Advances Manganese Cathodes for EV Market
A UK-developed manganese-rich LMFP cathode could enhance EV battery performance, offering faster charging and greater energy density.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/uk-battery-firm-ad…
California Strengthens Safety Standards for Energy Storage and Generation Facilities
Energy storage operators face new compliance rules in California, with GO 167-C requiring logbooks, emergency plans, and safety incident reporting.
Toyota and EVgo Expand High-Powered EV Charging in California
Toyota and EVgo launch co-branded fast charging stations in California, improving EV infrastructure with high-powered 350kW chargers.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/toyota-and-evgo-ex…
Romania Expands Hydrogen Infrastructure with $152 Million Ro-HydroHub Initiative
Romania’s new $152M hydrogen hub will drive innovation in production, storage, fuel cells, renewables integration, tech transfer, and workforce training.
Burning Next Door Why Suburban Fires Pose a Bigger Health Risk Than We Thought
Fires near suburbs cause 3x more deaths per emission than wildfires—posing a hidden, rising threat to air quality and public health.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/burning-next-door-…
Navigating EPR: Strategies for Sustainable Packaging Compliance
Despite federal rollbacks, packaging regulations are expanding. State-led EPR laws are putting companies on the hook for waste management—and the financial stakes are high.
Microplastics Disrupt Photosynthesis, Putting Global Food Security at Risk
A global study finds microplastics reduce photosynthesis, cutting food production by millions of metric tons annually, threatening security.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/microplasti…
The Green Skills Gap Threatens Net-Zero Goals: Can the Workforce Catch Up
A green workforce shortage threatens net-zero goals. Green jobs are growing 260%, but skills only 60%.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/the-green-skills-gap-threatens-net-zero-goals-can…
Flooding Costs UK £2.2B a Year—Can Businesses Help Turn the Tide
Investing in natural flood management delivers a 10:1 return while reducing climate risks. Businesses can enhance resilience and sustainability.
What Role Will Demand Response Play in Powering a More Resilient Energy Grid in 2025
Demand response is key to grid stability in 2025, offering C&I organizations cost-saving solutions while utilities enhance energy efficiency.
Soy-Based Firefighting Foam is Here—And It’s Changing Everything
As PFAS bans accelerate, fire departments and municipalities need safer alternatives. SoyFoam delivers cost-effective, PFAS-free fire suppression at scale.
How Kimberly-Clark’s Onvation SmartFit Is Redefining Facilities Management
Real-time data helps facilities reduce waste, optimize staffing, and keep spaces stocked without unnecessary effort.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/how-kimberly-clarks-onvation-smartf…
ABB Invests $120M to Expand US Manufacturing for Tech Growth
ABB is investing $120M to expand US manufacturing, increasing capacity in Tennessee and Mississippi to meet rising demand in key sectors.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/abb-invests-12…
UK Recycling Industry Pushes Back Against Environment Agency’s Waste Crime Levy
EA’s 10% waste crime levy faces backlash as recycling firms claim it punishes law-abiding businesses while failing to crack down on waste criminals.
Sikorsky’s S-92 Upgrade Supports the Future of Offshore Energy Logistics
Lockheed Martin invests in offshore energy transport with Sikorsky’s S-92 gearbox upgrade, delivering increased safety, resilience, and reduced downtime.
Oregon Businesses Face a Critical Deadline for EPR Compliance
Businesses in Oregon must meet the March 31 EPR reporting deadline to stay compliant with new producer responsibility laws.
https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/oregon-businesses-face-a-cr…
Sustainable Electrochemistry Transforms Pharma and Environment
Researchers have developed a micellar electrochemistry method that boosts pharmaceutical efficiency while enabling sustainable pollution cleanup.