Energy
As businesses push toward decarbonization, many are turning to mixed-energy fleets to balance sustainability goals with operational efficiency. A new survey by WEX reveals feedback from more than 500 organizations that are navigating the complexities of EV adoption, highlighting both the challenges and the opportunities in the transition.
Environment
A surge of medical waste, including syringes and feminine hygiene products, has forced widespread beach closures from Delaware to Virginia, sparking a major response from over 60 state and federal agencies.
Quote of the Week

"To turn off the tap on plastic pollution, we have to go to the source. And the source is not us, the consumers. It's the corporate board rooms." ~ Vojtech Vosecky

Industry Voices
The race to decarbonize the atmosphere is on, but DAC technologies are struggling under energy demands. Amir Shiner outlines why innovation in DAC efficiency is key to unlocking its potential.
The cement industry faces significant challenges in decarbonization, yet reliance on regulation alone could stifle innovation. Bill Yearsley advocates for the private sector’s role in developing low-carbon cement alternatives and using existing infrastructure to meet sustainability goals.
Business
BP is selling its U.S. onshore wind energy assets as the company shifts its renewable energy focus toward solar power.
The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions through advanced GHG emissions monitoring, sustainable investment products, and energy efficiency upgrades while fostering a culture of sustainability among its employees.
Resources

ESG Materiality Assessments: Practical Guidance and Best Practices

Whether your organization is just getting started with ESG or you already have several initiatives in place, identifying and prioritizing the topics that matter to your company and its stakeholders is the first step to developing and implementing a focused and successful ESG strategy. Learn how in our eBook.

What to Know About Wastewater Treatment

Although wastewater is a byproduct of nearly every industry, its treatment and recycling process is anything but easy. Learn about the risks associated with improper wastewater treatment and how sustainability leaders effectively manage wastewater to create value.
Industries

Groundwater's Hidden Threat: The Rise of a Persistent Chemical

<strong>Groundwater from 2000 to the 2020s contained trifluoroacetate levels three times higher than the European Environment Agency's total PFAS limit for drinking water. </strong>

A hidden menace is silently infiltrating our groundwater, posing challenges for water management professionals and treatment facilities. Recent research has uncovered a steady increase in a persistent "forever chemical" that could reshape the landscape of water treatment and environmental monitoring.

Infrastructure

Eskom’s Air Quality Initiative Brings Cleaner Energy to Mpumalanga Communities

Eskom has achieved a milestone in its Masibambisane Air Quality Offset (AQO) project, aimed at reducing harmful indoor emissions and improving the quality of life for low-income households near its Mpumalanga power stations.

Technology

Bringing Recycling to the Source with a Mobile Solution for Plastic Waste

<strong>The SortX mobile sorting container weighs just 6 tons, making it light enough for sea transport and deployable in areas previously considered too remote for effective waste processing. </strong>

STADLER Anlagenbau GmbH, a longtime leader in recycling technologies, has teamed up with environmental startup everwave to launch SortX, the world’s first mobile sorting container. This innovative system, debuting in September 2024, aims to tackle plastic pollution directly at its source by bringing sorting capabilities to remote river cleanup sites.

Shout Out of the Week
Emissions + Pollution

Wabash Valley Resources Secures $1.5 Billion DOE Loan

This funding will support the development of the world’s first carbon-negative ammonia production facility in West Terre Haute, Indiana, utilizing advanced carbon capture and sequestration technology.

Inside HelloFresh and Denali’s Environmental Milestone: Creating Value from Waste

Food waste continues to be a pressing global issue, contributing to 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Food waste is a significant environmental burden in the US alone, with an estimated …
Supply Chain

Electrifying powered industrial trucks is an overlooked emission reduction strategy

Sustainability is top of mind for supply chain managers, with 93% prioritizing emissions reduction. However, despite the clear environmental and financial benefits of electrifying powered industrial trucks, only 17% of operations have fully made the switch, leaving significant room for improvement and opportunity.

Evolving Business Ethics: How Corporate Integrity is Redefined in Today’s Market

As the business landscape evolves, so does the understanding of corporate ethics and integrity. In a recent conversation with Jessica Hunt, an expert in business ethics, Alison Taylor unpacked how …
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Decarbonization Decoded: Unleash the Power of Supplier Engagement

Transitioning to clean energy often overlooks the supply chain’s role in emissions reduction.
Sustainability Unveiled Podcast

5G Wireless Radiation Exposed: The Hidden Health Dangers

What specific health risks associated with 5G wireless radiation does Kent Chamberlin identify, and what practical steps does he suggest individuals take to mitigate these risks while advocating for stronger industry regulations?

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