Best UNEP Podcasts (2026)

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GEF Commits $52.8M to UNEP Climate and Nature Projects 4:40

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GEF approved $52.8 million for UNEP-led projects on wetlands, electric mobility, blue economy governance, and climate transparency following UNEA-7. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/gef-commits-528m-to-unep-climate-and-nature-projects,109142 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’…

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AMPERA Sets Up Global HQ in Palm Beach Gardens 2:48

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Nuclear startup AMPERA launches from stealth in South Florida. Its new HQ aims to power data centers, defense systems, and critical infrastructure. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ampera-sets-up-global-hq-in-palm-beach-gardens,110994 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most …

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Mozambique Launches New FSC Forest Certification Standard 3:38

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Mozambique introduces a tailored FSC standard to improve forest management and certification. The move targets global buyers and strengthens local oversight. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/mozambique-launches-new-fsc-forest-certification-standard,110993 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogni…

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Rhode Island Invests $156M in Digital Rural Health 3:33

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Rhode Island will use $156 million in federal funding to expand digital health infrastructure, Hospital at Home programs, and AI-supported care coordination in rural communities. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/rhode-island-invests-156m-in-digital-rural-health,110751 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader A…

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Indiana Bill Expands Utility Oversight and Limits Cost Recovery 3:32

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Indiana lawmakers introduced a bill that would tighten utility oversight, restrict cost recovery through rates, and expand reporting and disclosure requirements. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/indiana-bill-expands-utility-oversight-and-limits-cost-recovery,110750 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awar…

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Semiconductor Supply Chains Are Constraining Industrial Growth 4:55

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OECD analysis shows semiconductor supply chains remain concentrated, shaping timelines for industrial automation, energy infrastructure, and transportation projects https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/semiconductor-supply-chains-are-constraining-industrial-growth,110620 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Aw…

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AI Infrastructure Costs Are Reshaping Capital Planning 6:37

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AI growth is colliding with energy availability and data center limits, changing how companies allocate capital as 2026 planning cycles begin. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ai-infrastructure-costs-are-reshaping-capital-planning,110619 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s mo…

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Phoenix Uranium Project Nears Key Construction Milestone 3:02

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Denison’s Phoenix project is on track for a 2026 construction start. With major planning complete, it could be Canada’s next uranium mine by 2028. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/phoenix-uranium-project-nears-key-construction-milestone,110733 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the yea…

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Flint Begins Scaled Production of Paper-Based Batteries 2:31

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Flint’s paper battery tech is now in production, moving beyond R&D. The startup’s safer, PFAS-free cells are ready for pilots and early deployments. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/flint-begins-scaled-production-of-paper-based-batteries,110732 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the ye…

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New Grid Rules Show Congestion Is a Commercial Constraint 4:13

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Interconnection reforms and operator data reveal how grid congestion is reshaping project economics, contracts, and delivery risk heading into 2026. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-grid-rules-show-congestion-is-a-commercial-constraint,110734 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the …

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Duke Energy Files Early Site Permit for Nuclear Project in NC 3:28

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Duke Energy has submitted an early site permit application to the NRC for potential nuclear development near Belews Creek in North Carolina. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/duke-energy-files-early-site-permit-for-nuclear-project-in-nc,110383 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year…

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Massachusetts’ PFAS Law Is Gaining Early Momentum 5:22

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Massachusetts’ PFAS legislation is advancing quickly, signaling broader changes in environmental oversight, infrastructure planning, and long-term accountability. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/massachusetts-pfas-law-is-gaining-early-momentum,110369 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Microplastics and the Future of Water Risk 5:13

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New research reveals how microplastics are altering water chemistry—reshaping environmental risk management stakeholders. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/microplastics-and-the-future-of-water-risk,110158 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustain…

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ESG Is Reshaping Infrastructure in Serbia 4:20

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In Serbia, infrastructure is being redefined by ESG. From metro lines to low-carbon concrete, projects now aim to deliver both climate and community impact. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/esg-is-reshaping-infrastructure-in-serbia,110731 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s m…

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EPA Zeroes In on Industrial Chemical Exposure Risks 3:34

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EPA’s latest chemical reviews target specific industrial risks, not broad bans. Consumer uses are mostly cleared, shifting compliance to workplace controls. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/epa-zeroes-in-on-industrial-chemical-exposure-risks,110730 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing th…

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Agricultural Commodity Market Outlook 2025–2029 5:21

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Explore growth drivers, trade tensions, regional trends, and how innovation is reshaping food and farm supply chains. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/agricultural-commodity-market-outlook-20252029,109940 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustain…

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Ohio Supreme Court Upholds Approval of Hancock County Solar Project 4:33

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The Ohio Supreme Court upheld approval of a 130-MW solar project, affirming the Power Siting Board’s review of environmental, economic, and public-interest impacts. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ohio-supreme-court-solar-project-approval,109733 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the …

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Infrastructure Limits Are Now a Board-Level Risk 6:17

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Grid bottlenecks, transformer shortages, and supply chain delays are forcing boards to reassess capital timing, operational resilience, and enterprise risk. Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustainability and energy management. If your team is driving measurab…

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How Regulatory and Market Uncertainty Is Changing Executive Risk Planning 6:48

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Regulatory volatility and market repricing are forcing executives to rethink risk exposure, capital timing, and operational resilience heading into 2026. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/regulatory-and-market-uncertainty-executive-risk-planning,109938 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Why Energy-Efficient Buildings Must Lead the Next Phase of Sustainability 6:07

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Industry Voice: Rising energy demand is reshaping sustainability priorities, putting buildings at the center of efforts to cut energy use, reduce emissions, and relieve pressure on the grid. Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustainability and energy management…

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2025 Year in Review: Top Energy, Policy, and Infrastructure Stories 4:54

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A year-end look at the most-read articles, top Sustainability Soundbites, YouTube videos, and categories shaping energy and infrastructure in 2025. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/year-in-review-top-energy-policy-and-infrastructure-stories,109937 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the…

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CDC Announces Meeting on Radiation Worker Health Procedures 2:15

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The CDC will hold a public January 28, 2026 meeting of its radiation worker health subcommittee to review dose reconstruction procedures and related documents. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/cdc-radiation-worker-health-meeting-january-2026,109936 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing th…

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Recycled Polyester Greenwashing Risk in Fashion Supply Chains 6:28

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New testing across major brands suggests recycled polyester sheds more microfibres and “recycled” claims may be inconsistent—raising ESG and compliance risk. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/recycled-polyester-greenwashing-risk,109828 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most …

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IMF Warns Climate Risks Threaten Liberia’s Economic Stability 2:30

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An IMF climate policy diagnostic finds climate shocks pose macro-critical risks to Liberia’s economy, urging reforms across energy, water, and fiscal policy. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/imf-warns-climate-risks-threaten-liberias-economic-stability,109827 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Reco…

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Supreme Court Case Challenges Federal Agency Authority 4:23

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The Supreme Court will hear a case testing whether federal agencies exceeded their authority, a ruling that could affect future regulatory and ESG enforcement. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/supreme-court-federal-agency-authority-case,109734 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the yea…

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Ohio’s New Gas Rate Law Shifts Cost Risk for Large Energy Users 5:18

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Ohio’s new gas rate law allows utilities to negotiate large-load contracts while isolating infrastructure costs—reshaping risk for executives, finance, and energy buyers. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ohio-gas-rate-law-large-load-energy-risk,109732 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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United Rentals Expands AI to Cut Downtime and Risk 3:42

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United Rentals scales an AI-powered maintenance platform with AWS to speed repairs, improve fleet utilization, and support safer equipment servicing. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/united-rentals-expands-ai-to-cut-downtime-and-risk,109168 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s…

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Seatrium Resolves Maersk Wind Vessel Dispute 4:03

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Seatrium and a Maersk affiliate resolved arbitration tied to a wind turbine installation vessel, securing delivery by February 2026 and stabilizing an offshore wind project. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/seatrium-resolves-maersk-wind-vessel-dispute,109144 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Reco…

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Union Pacific Norfolk Southern Transcontinental Merger 5:13

15d ago5:13

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Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern filed an STB merger application to create the first U.S. transcontinental railroad, citing competition, efficiency, and emissions benefits. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/union-pacific-norfolk-southern-transcontinental-merger,109034 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader …

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Agilent Opens India Refurbishment Center for Sustainable Science 3:39

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Agilent has opened an India refurbishment center delivering certified pre-owned lab instruments, supporting circular economy goals, affordability, and sustainable science. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/agilent-opens-india-refurbishment-center-for-sustainable-science,109033 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy …

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Wicomico County Selects Waga Energy for RNG Facility 2:22

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Wicomico County selects Waga Energy to develop an RNG facility at Newland Park Landfill, capturing methane emissions and delivering renewable gas to Maryland’s pipeline network. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/wicomico-county-selects-waga-energy-for-rng-facility,108599 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader…

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UNC Wilmington Drops Plastic in Campus Dining Overhaul 2:41

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UNCW has fully eliminated plastic from residential dining takeout. A new stainless steel system is cutting waste, saving costs, and boosting student engagement. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/unc-wilmington-drops-plastic-in-campus-dining-overhaul,108424 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogni…

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Storage Takes Center Stage in Evolving U.S. Power Grid 3:59

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Battery storage surged past 5 GW in Q3 2025, outpacing last year’s total. With demand rising, storage is now key to keeping the U.S. grid stable and flexible. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/storage-takes-center-stage-in-evolving-us-power-grid,108396 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Kentucky’s Energy Costs Rise as Coal Loses Its Edge 3:04

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A new report shows Kentucky could cut $2.6B in energy costs by shifting from coal to clean energy. Delaying the transition may lock in higher utility bills. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/kentuckys-energy-costs-rise-as-coal-loses-its-edge,108398 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the…

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Wicomico County Selects Waga Energy for RNG Facility 2:10

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Wicomico County selects Waga Energy to develop an RNG facility at Newland Park Landfill, capturing methane emissions and delivering renewable gas to Maryland’s pipeline network. Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustainability and energy management. If your tea…

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Green Building Labels Are Losing Investor Confidence 3:15

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Green-certified buildings aren’t living up to the promise. As performance gaps widen, investors are demanding proof of real energy and cost savings. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/green-building-labels-are-losing-investor-confidence,108394 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’…

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PFAS Destruction at Scale: Claros and Daikin Break Ground 3:20

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Claros and Daikin have completed a large-scale PFAS destruction run. The system treated over 170,000 gallons of process water in an active plant setting. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/pfas-destruction-at-scale-claros-and-daikin-break-ground,108393 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing …

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Plastic in People: Bottled Water Faces New Health Risks 3:32

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Plastic particles are showing up in human blood and organs. As scrutiny grows, bottled water brands face rising questions about long-term health impacts. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/plastic-in-people-bottled-water-faces-new-health-risks,108392 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing th…

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Clean Hydrogen Becomes Critical U.S. Industrial Infrastructure 4:34

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Clean hydrogen is emerging as essential U.S. infrastructure, shaping trade competitiveness, manufacturing resilience, and emissions performance in carbon-constrained markets. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/clean-hydrogen-becomes-critical-us-industrial-infrastructure,108444 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy L…

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Sustainability Risk Is Repricing Energy Deal Valuations 5:25

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Investors are reassessing energy and environmental deals as sustainability risk shifts from valuation premium to financial liability, impacting returns and deal closures. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/sustainability-risk-is-repricing-energy-deal-valuations,108577 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awa…

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Pennsylvania Advances Electric Efficiency Reform Bill 4:50

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Pennsylvania House narrowly passes HB 505, expanding utility energy efficiency, resilience, and conservation requirements with major implications for grid planning. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/pennsylvania-advances-electric-efficiency-reform-bill,108443 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Reco…

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V.C. Summer Nuclear Restart Project to Support 10000 Jobs 5:30

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A PwC study finds restarting the V.C. Summer nuclear project could generate billions in GDP, support 10000 jobs, and strengthen South Carolina’s energy infrastructure. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/vc-summer-nuclear-restart-project-to-support-10000-jobs,108395 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards…

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Do the Math: Green IT is Just Good Business – Wherever Your Company Operates 7:05

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This Industry Voices op-ed examines why green IT is an economic imperative, outlining the real costs, ROI, and competitive advantages of sustainable digital and AI infrastructure across global operations. Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful solutions in sustainability and ene…

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Quantum Technologies Grow Fast but Adoption Lags 3:16

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Quantum innovation has surged fivefold in a decade, but commercialization remains slow as Europe leads in startups while trailing in scale and funding. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/quantum-technologies-grow-fast-but-adoption-lags,108397 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s…

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How Bears Teach Us to Adapt in a Changing Climate 3:28

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Bears shift their diets as climates change—playing different roles in ecosystems. This flexibility offers a model for building resilience into complex systems. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/how-bears-teach-us-to-adapt-in-a-changing-climate,108065 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing t…

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States Challenge USDOT Rollback of Transport Standards 5:01

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Seventeen states sue USDOT over reversing federal transportation performance standards, arguing the move disrupts infrastructure planning and long-term investment. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/states-challenge-usdot-rollback-of-transport-standards,108251 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Reco…

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China’s Big Chance to Decarbonize Fashion Supply Chains 3:22

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China’s scale and clean energy edge give it real power to cut fashion’s emissions. A new report outlines what’s needed to make it happen—fast and at scale. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/chinas-big-chance-to-decarbonize-fashion-supply-chains,108083 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing …

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The Climate Credibility Gap in Big Oil’s Green Messaging 3:06

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Big Oil brands itself as climate-conscious, but emissions cuts and clean energy spending still lag. For business, the gap between words and action is a risk. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/the-climate-credibility-gap-in-big-oils-green-messaging,108064 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizi…

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ATR Maintains CDP B Score for Climate Transparency 4:02

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ATR earns a CDP B score for the third consecutive year, reflecting management-level climate action, SBTi-validated targets, and progress on aviation decarbonization. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/atr-maintains-cdp-b-score-for-climate-transparency,108085 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogn…

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ABB to Power Vulcan’s Renewable Lithium Plant in Germany 2:37

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Vulcan Energy has tapped ABB to electrify its Lionheart lithium project. The geothermal-powered site aims to supply 500K EVs with low-carbon battery materials. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/abb-to-power-vulcans-renewable-lithium-plant-in-germany,108063 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogni…