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585 episodes
Harnessing Machine Learning for Proactive Climate Resilience
ML-powered climate forecasts drive resilient strategies to combat extreme weather, boost sustainable agriculture, and enhance disaster preparedness.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/harnessing-machine-learning-for-pr...
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Season 2025
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6:06

Gen Z and Millennials Demand Change at Work
Half of Gen Z and millennials say they’re burned out. But they’re still showing up—and they want work that actually means something.
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Season 2025
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2:32

New Tennessee Bill Adds Nuclear Facilities to Green Energy Tax Benefits
Tennessee’s HB 1133 expands tax exemptions for nuclear energy, supporting uranium processing and strengthening the state’s position in clean energy development.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-tennessee-bill-add...
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Season 2025
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4:26

Mobile EV Charger Tackles Off-Grid and Emissions Pressure
Addressing grid limitations, the Charge Qube delivers flexible EV charging via second-life batteries—supporting clean fleets, remote sites, and low-emission compliance.
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Season 2025
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2:37

Industry Collaboration Unlocks Cleaner, Safer Aerosol Production
Micron Aerosols Partners with Supergas to Advance Sustainable and Efficient Manufacturinghttps://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/industry-collaboration-unlocks-cleaner-safer-aerosol-production,78780
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Season 2025
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2:31

New Tech Extracts Rare Earths from Electronic Waste
U.S. scientists are turning e-waste into a local source of rare earths. The tech uses less energy and fits into existing systems.
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Season 2025
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2:49

Private Equity’s Role in Transforming Sustainable Food Systems
Paine Schwartz Partners embeds sustainability in food system investments, aligning financial returns with measurable environmental and social impact.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/private-equitys-role-in-transform...
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Season 2025
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3:50

Virginia Tech Expands Renewable Energy Commitment with Solar PPA
Virginia Tech advances its Climate Action Commitment with a 2.1 MW solar project, reducing emissions and expanding renewable energy education for students.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/virginia-tech-expands-renew...
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Season 2025
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3:12

Pollution Levels Push U.S. Businesses Into Compliance Crisis
Air and water pollution are driving up compliance costs in key states. Businesses face mounting risks that impact quality and operations.
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Season 2025
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3:48

Zitro Strengthens Corporate Sustainability with ISO 14064-1 Certification
The gaming tech company has achieved ISO 14064-1 certification, enhancing carbon footprint transparency and reinforcing its commitment to corporate sustainability.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/zitro-strengthens-c...
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Season 2025
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2:30

How North Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 Is Shaping Long-Term Resilience
Discover how North Carolina’s 2025 Disaster Recovery Act fuels innovation, rebuilds critical infrastructure, and drives long-term resilience and sustainability.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/how-north-carolinas-di...
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Season 2025
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7:49

China Becomes the World’s First “Electrostate”
China has become the world’s first "electrostate," shifting from fossil fuels to a fully electrified economy powered by solar, wind, and battery storage. Yet, its continued coal expansion highlights the challenges of balancing growth with de...
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Season 2025
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2:51

Purdue’s Digital Reactor Charts Future of Nuclear Energy
In Indiana, a small research reactor is rewriting nuclear’s future. With AI and digital tools, it's setting a new bar for innovation.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/purdues-digital-reactor-charts-future-of-nuclear-...
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Season 2025
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3:31

Modular DAC Project Gains Ground in Carbon Credit Market
A new DAC project could help reshape the carbon market’s tech future. With validation underway, credits may arrive as soon as summer 2025.
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Season 2025
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2:59

Great Basin Geothermal Could Fuel 10% of U.S. Power
A new USGS study shows the Great Basin could power 10% of the U.S. with geothermal. The catch? Scaling up enhanced drilling tech.
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Season 2025
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3:03

Carbon Removal Tech Holds Up at Scale, Study Finds
Scaling up carbon removal won’t cut its impact. A new study finds afforestation and ocean-based methods stay effective at larger scales.
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Season 2025
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3:32

Enhancing Critical Infrastructure in Texas: New Bill Advances in the Senate
Texas Senate Bill No. 75 reinforces the state’s electric grid by establishing expert oversight and rigorous simulations to set new resilience standards that safeguard healthcare, water, communications, and transportation, ensuring public saf...
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Season 2025
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2:41

Waste Diversion or Legislative Overreach? Debate Intensifies Over CleanLane Project
Oregon lawmakers consider a bill to support Lane County’s CleanLane project, a proposed recycling and methane extraction facility designed to extend landfill life and reduce emissions.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/storie...
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Season 2025
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3:58

Enel Expands U.S. Renewable Portfolio with Strategic Wind Farm Swap
Enel strengthens its U.S. renewable footprint with a strategic wind farm swap, expanding its consolidated capacity and leveraging brownfield development for sustainable growth.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/enel-e...
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Season 2025
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3:05

From Timber Prices to Carbon Storage: Unpacking CLT’s Climate Impact
A new study reveals how cross-laminated timber (CLT) can play a dual role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions while reshaping forest management—though not without trade-offs for natural forests.https://www.environmentenergyleader...
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Season 2025
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7:04

Forests at Risk: The Carbon Offset Strategy Unraveling
Wildfires are reshaping the carbon market. Forest offsets once seen as safe bets now risk becoming massive carbon sources overnight.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/forests-at-risk-the-carbon-offset-strategy-unravel...
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Season 2025
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4:16

Plastic Pollution Reaches Brazil's Protected Ocean Zones
Microplastics are turning up in Brazil's off-limits ocean zones. Protected status isn't enough to block pollution carried by wind and sea.
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Season 2025
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2:39

Hydrogen Tech Ramps Up with Extreme H Power Unit Test
New hydrogen system delivers 5x output, aiming beyond motorsporthttps://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/hydrogen-tech-ramps-up-with-extreme-h-power-unit-test,77882
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Season 2025
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2:46

Boralex Expands U.S. Renewable Portfolio with 450 MW New York Solar Projects
Boralex is actively engaging with local stakeholders, including town and county representatives, state officials, school districts, and community organizations, to ensure responsible integration into the areas.
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Season 2025
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3:17

DC Council Introduces Micromobility Fire Safety Standards Act of 2025
Micromobility Fire Safety Standards Act of 2025: Ensuring safe e-bike and e-scooter use in D.C. by requiring UL-certified batteries to prevent fire risks.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/dc-council-introduces-microm...
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Season 2025
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