E+E Leader: Sustainability Unveiled

Sustainability Unveiled: E+E Leader Weekly Roundup - 4/11/2025

Send us a textWe catch up on two weeks of sustainability headlines, covering everything from military solar partnerships to fashion waste crisis and nuclear fusion breakthroughs. Top sustainability leaders are recognized while critical environmental challenges around battery disposal and water scarcity receive renewed attention.• US Department of Defense partners with Duke Energy on solar installations to enhance military energy resilience and cut emissions• Nation's largest gas-fueled AI data center campus breaks ground in Pittsburgh, sparking conversations about balancing tech growth with sustainability• Waste facility fire linked to improper battery disposal raises concerns about safe handling of lithium-ion batteries• Fashion industry facing waste crisis with 85% of clothing discarded annually, mostly incinerated or sent to landfills• Nuclear fusion developments signal potentially closer commercial viability for this clean energy "holy grail"• Water scarcity threatening global lithium supply for EV batteries, highlighting sustainability challenges in clean tech• Hempitecture expanding operations with sustainable, fire-resistant hemp-based insulation to support California wildfire recovery• 68 companies recognized in this year's Environment and Energy Leader Product and Project AwardsStay ahead with Sustainability Unveiled. Subscribe to Environment and Energy Leader for breaking news and expert analysis.Support the showConnect with Jessica Hunt and the rest of the team at Environment+Energy Leader - LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Do you have an idea for an episode? Call for Speakers - Environment+Energy LeaderLike what you hear? We'd love your support! Please share, like, and review our podcast! Use #EELeaderUnveiled Additional Opportunities to Support

Sustainability Unveiled: E+E Leader Weekly Roundup - 3/28/2025

Send us a textTrending articles on E+E Leader1. **Fashion's Waste Crisis**: A staggering 85% of clothes are discarded annually, highlighting the urgent need for systemic change.2. **EPA's New Emission Waivers**: A controversial policy that may threaten air quality and environmental justice.3. **Marriott's Sustainable Vision**: Ambitious goals for 2025 focusing on reducing carbon and achieving gender parity in leadership.4. **Fireworks and the Environment**: Celebratory displays contribute significantly to pollution and wildlife harm.5. **Rising Space Debris Concerns**: Over 750,000 pieces of debris endanger our satellites and atmosphere.Dive deeper into these pressing issues and explore solutions. 🎧 Listen to the full episode now! https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/Support the showConnect with Jessica Hunt and the rest of the team at Environment+Energy Leader - LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Do you have an idea for an episode? Call for Speakers - Environment+Energy LeaderLike what you hear? We'd love your support! Please share, like, and review our podcast! Use #EELeaderUnveiled Additional Opportunities to Support

Sustainability Unveiled: E+E Leader Weekly Roundup - 3/21/2025

Send us a textOur weekly sustainability roundup explores major shifts in corporate climate accountability, clean energy projects, and consumer-driven market transformations. Policy changes and strategic investments signal growing momentum for systems-level sustainability action across multiple sectors.• Science Based Targets initiative updates corporate net-zero standards with stricter goals for larger companies and flexible carbon removal approaches• EPA voluntarily withdraws permit for Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Project to conduct deeper environmental review• Australia commits $814 million to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners' green hydrogen project through its Hydrogen Head Start program• Detroit expands Basement Backup Protection Program to shield 1,500 homes from flooding using HUD funds• UK consumer concern about PFAS (68% expressing worry) drives significant market shifts in packaging and textilesAll articles are available on E+E Leader's Website.Don't miss the latest sustainability and energy insights. Subscribe to Environment+Energy Leader for breaking news, expert analysis and thought leadership.Support the showConnect with Jessica Hunt and the rest of the team at Environment+Energy Leader - LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Do you have an idea for an episode? Call for Speakers - Environment+Energy LeaderLike what you hear? We'd love your support! Please share, like, and review our podcast! Use #EELeaderUnveiled Additional Opportunities to Support

Climate Action in a Divided World: Insights from B Corp Leader Nathan Stuck

Send us a textNathan Stuck, award-winning B Corp leader and founder of Profitable Purpose Consulting, explores how businesses can navigate climate action and sustainability in today's increasingly polarized world.• Moving beyond capitalism burnout to find purpose-driven business models• Evolution of the B Corp movement from "business as a force for good" to greater advocacy• Navigating political polarization while maintaining sustainability commitments• Making the business case for diversity and inclusion initiatives when terminology becomes controversial• Using the B Impact Assessment as a framework even for companies not seeking certification• Focusing on measurable outcomes rather than terminology or labels• Building intentionality into business models from the start rather than retrofitting later• The rigorous B Corp certification process and common challenges companies faceConnect with Nathan on LinkedIn or visit ProfitablePurposeConsulting.com to learn more about implementing sustainable business practices.Support the showConnect with Jessica Hunt and the rest of the team at Environment+Energy Leader - LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Do you have an idea for an episode? Call for Speakers - Environment+Energy LeaderLike what you hear? We'd love your support! Please share, like, and review our podcast! Use #EELeaderUnveiled Additional Opportunities to Support

Sustainability Unveiled: Weekly Roundup - 3/14/2025

Send us a textThis week's Sustainability Unveiled: Weekly Roundup covers the following key stories:Supreme Court Ruling Narrows EPA's Authority Under the Clean Water ActVC's Gender Gap Persists as Female Founders Face Funding Challenges in 2024Oregon Businesses Face a Critical Deadline for EPR ComplianceABB Invests $120M to Expand US Manufacturing for Tech GrowthEngineering Biology: A Powerful New Tool in the Fight Against Climate ChangeStay informed with Environment + Energy Leader for expert insights on the latest sustainability trends. Support the showConnect with Jessica Hunt and the rest of the team at Environment+Energy Leader - LinkedIn l Twitter l Facebook l Instagram l YouTube l BlueSky Do you have an idea for an episode? Call for Speakers - Environment+Energy LeaderLike what you hear? We'd love your support! Please share, like, and review our podcast! Use #EELeaderUnveiled Additional Opportunities to Support