Best Open Environmental Data Project Podcasts (2025)

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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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The Untapped Power of Predictive Analytics in Hospitals 32:37

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With the right data foundation, hospitals can better support medical staff and improve patient outcomes. Tony Pastorino, commercial health strategy lead at Resultant, joins Jess Carter to discuss how data-driven insights are transforming hospital efficiency. Tony shares his experiences from overseeing information systems at IU Health. He also highl…

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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…

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Albuquerque Expands Annual Treecycling Efforts 5:08

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Albuquerque’s treecycling program diverts organic waste, reduces methane emissions, and provides free mulch for residents while supporting erosion control efforts. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/albuquerque-expands-annual-treecycling-efforts,108087 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing …

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AKFA Aluminum to Build First U.S. Facility in Kentucky 2:22

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AKFA Aluminum Solutions will open its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Kentucky, investing $80 million and creating 331 jobs in sustainable aluminum production. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/akfa-aluminum-to-build-first-us-facility-in-kentucky,108086 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recog…

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Asia’s Coal Surge Reshapes Global Power Priorities 3:12

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Coal is declining in the West but expanding fast in Asia. A small group of markets and players now holds the power to shape global emissions for decades. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/asias-coal-surge-reshapes-global-power-priorities,108062 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the yea…

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The Case for Counting Sharps Waste in Healthcare's Sustainability Equation 6:18

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As medical sharps waste grows, this op-ed explores circular waste management, from safe collection and treatment to recycling and ESG reporting. 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 measurable results, …

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Fort Collins Upgrades Fleet With Low-Emission CNG Buses 3:59

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Fort Collins Transit will replace six aging CNG buses with FTA-funded low-emission models, improving service reliability and reducing NOx and PM emissions. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/fort-collins-upgrades-fleet-with-low-emission-cng-buses,108089 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Minnesota Finalizes PFAS Product Reporting Rule 2:56

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Minnesota’s new PFAS rule requires manufacturers to report intentionally added PFAS by July 1, 2026, with detailed product data, fees, and annual updates. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/minnesota-finalizes-pfas-product-reporting-rule,108111 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year…

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Animal Health Gap Undermines Global SDG Progress 4:46

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A new SEI–CEAP report warns that omitting animal health and welfare from the SDGs is slowing progress on public health, climate, and equity. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/animal-health-gap-undermines-global-sdg-progress,107934 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impac…

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Wisconsin Invests $159M to Replace Lead Service Lines 4:41

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Wisconsin allocates $159M to replace lead service lines, focusing on small and disadvantaged communities and accelerating statewide clean water infrastructure upgrades. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/wisconsin-invests-159m-to-replace-lead-service-lines,107914 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards R…

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Massachusetts Moves to Create Home Energy Ratings 2:42

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Massachusetts advances a bill to establish home energy efficiency ratings, requiring standardized assessments and disclosures for home sales and leases. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/massachusetts-moves-to-create-home-energy-ratings,107933 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year…

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Peak Performance Advances Circular Down Jacket Design 4:56

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Peak Performance’s R&D Helium Loop Anorak shows how dissolvable stitching, recycled nylon, and automated disassembly could redefine circular outdoor apparel. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/peak-performance-advances-circular-down-jacket-design,108060 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Arizona Grid Investments Reduce Outage Risks 4:40

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Arizona invests $15.6M in four grid resilience projects to cut outages, reduce wildfire risk, and modernize equipment for 1.6 million utility customers. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/arizona-grid-investments-reduce-outage-risks,107913 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s mo…

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Pax Silica Sets New Path for Secure AI Supply Chains 3:19

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Pax Silica unites U.S. partners to strengthen AI supply chains, expand semiconductor capacity, and reduce coercive dependencies across critical technologies. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/pax-silica-sets-new-path-for-secure-ai-supply-chains,107915 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing …

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atNorth Expands Award-Winning Nordic Compute Model 3:19

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atNorth scales high-density, AI-ready data centers across the Nordics, with its ICE03 site earning recognition for efficient design and community impact. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/atnorth-expands-award-winning-nordic-compute-model,107617 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the ye…

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Toilet Paper Brands Face Eco Wake-Up Call 4:05

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Toilet paper is splitting into two camps: sustainable and status quo. New NRDC data shows legacy brands lag as bamboo and recycled options gain ground. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/toilet-paper-brands-face-eco-wake-up-call,107277 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most i…

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Housing Infrastructure Drives UK Growth 6:07

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Homes England’s 2025–2030 plan positions housing, land, and enabling works as national infrastructure essential to economic growth and sustainable communities. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/housing-infrastructure-drives-uk-growth,107616 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s …

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Tate Opens New Data Center Manufacturing Plant in Arkansas 2:46

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Tate has launched a major manufacturing site in Pocahontas, AR, adding 52 jobs and boosting data center supply chains with $4M in additional investment. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/tate-opens-new-data-center-manufacturing-plant-in-arkansas,107280 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Peterbilt Expands Medium-Duty EV Lineup for Fleets 3:08

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Peterbilt launches three new medium-duty EVs built for delivery, utility, and vocational fleets. Fast charging and versatile specs support real-world demands. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/peterbilt-expands-medium-duty-ev-lineup-for-fleets,107279 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing t…

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Lethbridge Completes Alberta’s First Battery Pickup 3:06

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Lethbridge completes Alberta’s first curbside battery pickup, collecting 3,000 kg and setting a new benchmark for accessible, community-driven recycling programs. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/lethbridge-completes-albertas-first-battery-pickup,107468 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizi…

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Oil Sands Turn to On-Site Nitrogen with Purity Gas Deal 3:29

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Purity Gas lands a major Alberta contract for on-site nitrogen systems. The move reflects industry demand for cost control, reliability, and lower emissions. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/oil-sands-turn-to-on-site-nitrogen-with-purity-gas-deal,107278 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizi…

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Southwest Drying Linked to Climate Change 4:02

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A 2025 Colorado River Basin analysis finds human-driven climate change is driving both rising temperatures and declining precipitation in the Southwest. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/southwest-drying-linked-to-climate-change,107281 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most …

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Shipping CO2 Emissions Rise 9% Since 2019 4:48

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Global shipping CO2 rose 9.3% from 2019–2024 as trade and route distances grew, with containers and bulk carriers driving most emissions despite efficiency gains. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/shipping-co2-emissions-rise-9-percent-since-2019,107317 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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Atlas ReGenX Brings Circularity to Cold Chain Packaging 2:20

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Atlas’ new ReGenX tech adds recycled content to cold chain products—no added cost, no drop in performance. A smarter way to hit ESG goals without trade-offs. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/atlas-regenx-brings-circularity-to-cold-chain-packaging,107276 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizi…

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California Offshore Drilling Plan Raises Industry Concerns 3:59

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A new offshore drilling plan reopens California waters after decades. Businesses now face legal, economic, and environmental uncertainty across key sectors. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/california-offshore-drilling-plan-raises-industry-concerns,106931 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogni…

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Federal Court Vacates National Wind Permit Freeze 4:45

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A federal court has vacated the nationwide pause on wind permits, finding the Wind Order unlawful and requiring agencies to resume processing applications. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/federal-court-vacates-national-wind-permit-freeze,107122 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the y…

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Digital Compliance Tools Strengthen Resilience 6:54

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Digital compliance systems are emerging as resilience infrastructure as U.S. regulatory shifts and climate risks push companies toward real-time environmental oversight. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/digital-compliance-tools-strengthen-resilience,107135 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recogn…

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Kenya’s Waste Pickers Take the Plastics Stage 3:39

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Twelve female waste pickers from Kenya are using theatre to share their role in plastic recovery—pushing for recognition during global plastics talks. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/kenyas-waste-pickers-take-the-plastics-stage,106932 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most…

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Detroit Ozone Ruling Resets EPA Obligations for 2026 4:39

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A federal court vacated Detroit’s ozone redesignation, restoring Moderate controls and raising new compliance considerations for 2026 infrastructure projects. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/detroit-ozone-ruling-resets-epa-obligations-for-2026,107123 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing…

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New Jersey Moves Forward on Two Major PFAS Bills 2:45

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New Jersey’s PFAS bills tighten product bans while granting fire departments a one-year foam extension, reshaping compliance for municipalities and industry. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-jersey-moves-forward-on-two-major-pfas-bills,106977 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the …

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Washington Approves Carriger Solar Project 3:17

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Washington approves the 160 MW Carriger Solar project, adding storage capacity as the state works to accelerate slow renewable-energy growth. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/washington-approves-carriger-solar-project,107104 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most impactful …

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Visual Search Boosts Secondhand Fashion Discovery 2:56

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Beni Lens is changing how shoppers find secondhand fashion—no text needed. Upload a photo and get real-time matches across top resale platforms. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/visual-search-boosts-secondhand-fashion-discovery,106927 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing the year’s most …

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The Overlooked Risk Management Tool That Bridges Risk and Responsibility 7:11

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Environmental insurance is gaining attention as companies face rising operational risks and shifting regulations. Here’s how it strengthens risk strategy. 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 measurable…

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Clay-Based Tools for Modern Pollution Exposure Control 3:33

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Texas A&M is turning engineered clay into a practical defense against PFAS, VOCs, and more. These tools aim to reduce exposure before it becomes a crisis. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/clay-based-tools-for-modern-pollution-exposure-control,106930 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizing t…

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Idaho Expands Shared Stewardship for Forest Health 6:03

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Idaho and the U.S. Forest Service expand Shared Stewardship to increase timber production, reduce wildfire risk, and accelerate cross-boundary forest restoration. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/idaho-expands-shared-stewardship-for-forest-health,106633 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recognizi…

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Flawed Wetland Metrics Challenge Carbon Storage Models 2:59

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A new study finds common wetland carbon metrics may be overstating storage. The overlooked data gap could impact carbon credits and coastal restoration plans. 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 measur…

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Youth Partnerships Advance School Recycling 2:03

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Circular Materials is partnering with Earth Rangers and EcoSchools Canada to expand recycling education and support Ontario’s transition to extended producer responsibility. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/youth-partnerships-advance-school-recycling,106957 Support the show Thanks for listening! Environment+Energy Leader Awards Recog…