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Tennessee redefines “clean energy” to include gas, nuclear, and waste-to-energy—fueling a partisan clash over local control and environmental standards.
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New research links unsustainable peatland use to rising flood risks in Indonesia, urging stronger hydrological planning and global supply chain accountability.
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Engineering biology is combining with AI and IoT to deliver scalable, real-time solutions for pollution, climate resilience, and sustainable manufacturing.
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The ESG tech revolution is redefining energy sector strategy—advancing emissions tracking, resilience, and regulatory readiness across operations.
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Manufacturers are investing in tech to stay resilient—digital transformation and sustainability are the new pillars of competitive advantage.

The Real Threat to EU Recycling: A Broken Value Chain

Europe may be recycling at scale, but without sufficient local industry to process recycled materials into viable products, Emil Pettersen says the circular economy remains more concept than reality.

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Emissions + Pollution
A new executive order directs the DOJ to dismantle state climate laws and lawsuits, framing them as threats to U.S. energy dominance and economic security.

Fashion + Textiles
Fairly Made raises $16.2M to scale its fashion SaaS platform, boosting global supply chain transparency and sustainable design for top apparel brands.
Automotive
Executive Order Eases Compliance for Automakers While Environmental Groups Warn of Climate Setbacks

Agriculture
U.S. nonprofit Saving Nature acquires 865 acres in Colombia’s Western Andes to restore habitats and protect biodiversity amid climate and agricultural threats.
Infrastructure
California's AB 526 aims to boost in-state geothermal energy, enhancing grid reliability and economic growth.

Technology
Urbint acquires StormImpact to deliver predictive storm response for utilities. The move enhances grid reliability during extreme weather.
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Supply Chain
Governor Hochul Presents the New York State Brewers Association Governor's Craft Beer Cup
New York celebrates Craft Beer Day, spotlighting 500+ breweries supporting 22,000 jobs and $4.8B in economic impact across the state.
The initiative, led by NCC, will centralize 16,000 tons of annual waste—including large volumes of metal and iron scrap—on a 40,000-square-meter site designed for sorting, recycling, and hazardous material handling.
Producers have until April 30, 2025, to align with Oregon’s EPR program or face potentially steep consequences.
Utilities
Rosendin debuts autonomous robots that triple solar installation speed and enhance safety on utility-scale projects in Texas, addressing labor and terrain challenges.
Ukraine secures over $327M to rebuild its energy sector, with EU and partner support targeting resilience, renewables, and green infrastructure.
New York’s infrastructure strategy moves ahead as Dutchess County greenlights a key water system interconnection.
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Recycling
Amazon shareholders will vote on a proposal to cut plastic packaging following an SEC decision supporting investor transparency.
By integrating its proprietary Circular Design Metrics, DS Smith is enabling customers to quantify improvements, benchmarking material reduction, recyclability, and overall environmental performance.
Researchers investigate the effect of soil pH and surface properties on the adsorption and aggregation behavior of plastic nanoparticles.
Soil composition and pH play key roles in nanoplastic movement. Findings may guide pollution control and improve remediation strategies.
Manufacturing
Retailers in 2025 face rising pressure to modernize return policies. AI, tariffs, and sustainability are shifting customer expectations.
New research finds joint implant metals in brain fluid. The discovery raises fresh concerns over long-term implant safety and monitoring.
Is the EU striking the right balance between industrial support and climate accountability by delaying new ESG reporting mandates?
Packaging
New research suggests common starch-based bioplastics may cause insulin resistance and liver damage—raising urgent questions about their safety in food packaging.
Effective response requires alignment across sustainability, supply chain, compliance, and executive leadership.
The combination of Novolex and Pactiv Evergreen reflects broader market trends: growing demand for sustainable materials, consolidation for competitive advantage, and the race to innovate across the packaging lifecycle.
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