IAEA launches a pilot SMR regulatory school as countries strengthen safety frameworks, build technical capacity, and prepare for next-generation nuclear projects.
Nestlé and Chiang Mai University launch a sustainability course to equip Thai youth with real-world skills in climate action, business strategy, and net-zero planning.
LEED Platinum certifications declined in 2025, yet several states matched or exceeded 2024 totals, revealing concentrated regional growth across key markets.
FDA has withdrawn its proposed talc asbestos testing rule after reviewing 49 comments, citing technical, legal, and definitional concerns. A new MoCRA rule is planned.
A global review of 1.5 million adults finds exercise remains protective, but long-term exposure to polluted air sharply reduces its impact on mortality.
Georgia’s municipalities are showing how global sustainability goals can be translated into local results.
Veolia’s acquisition of Clean Earth doubles its U.S. hazardous-waste footprint and expands PFAS and advanced treatment technologies across a nationwide network.
Shell and Natrx are scaling modular, nature-based systems to protect coastlines. The collaboration blends ecological design with real-world deployment.
Arkansas approves $153.9M for water and wastewater upgrades, supporting 52 systems and advancing long-term planning under the Arkansas Water Plan update.
Global energy-transition investment hit $2.4T in 2024, but renewable growth slowed sharply, raising concerns about staying on track for 2030 climate goals.
DOE’s overhaul removes key clean-energy offices, shifts funding away from renewables, and elevates fossil fuels, nuclear, and critical minerals.
Sixteen U.S. universities ranked in the global top 100 of the QS Sustainability 2026 list, driven by strong research, ESG governance, and environmental education.
A new aviation alliance is making emissions data more accurate and transparent. Airlines and travelers will soon see verified carbon info for every flight.
Ex-Change Parts achieves 100% helicopter recycling, reflecting rising circularity trends in aerospace and growing operator demand for reused components.
New research shows that shifts in Southern Hemisphere westerly winds can rapidly alter storm patterns, rainfall, and climate risk across mid-latitude regions.
Final call: Entries for the 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards close Dec. 31. Recognition spans product, project, spotlight, and startup categories.
GridBeyond has launched a PJM demand response program offering a 10-year guaranteed floor of $73,000 per MW-year with a 100% revenue share. The model provides predictable income, shields participants from market volatility, and strengthens long-term grid reliability.
California applies 2.5M pounds of PFAS pesticides each year, raising concerns about soil, water, and ecosystem contamination as regulators lag behind emerging science.
Updated Key Bridge rebuild estimates show costs rising to $4.3–$5.2B as new safety standards, inflation, and design changes reshape the project’s scope and timeline.
The EU’s DSA review shows large digital platforms must manage societal and environmental risks, expanding obligations for traceability and algorithmic transparency.