Global shark and ray trade just changed. Over 70 species gained new protections under CITES, forcing tighter rules and major shifts in seafood supply chains.
New Jersey’s Energy Security and Affordability Act would support advanced nuclear, 500 MW of storage, and 500 MW of demand cuts to stabilize PJM-era power costs.
The federal mining agency has repealed 14 obsolete coal rules, aiming to simplify oversight. Core environmental protections under SMCRA remain fully in place.
Global climate experts meet in Paris to launch AR7, beginning coordinated work across all three IPCC Working Groups to assess emerging science and policy needs.
California is opening the door to E15 fuel, aiming for cleaner air and cheaper gas. Early tests show lower emissions, but full rollout depends on regulators.
Stepan and AmphiStar form an exclusive EMEA partnership to expand access to low-carbon, upcycled biosurfactants for Home Care and I&I cleaning markets.
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.
South Australia is trialing AI to cut dredging and streamline port ops. The Deep Blue project brings smarter, cleaner tools to maritime decision-making.
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FDA has withdrawn its proposed talc asbestos testing rule after reviewing 49 comments, citing technical, legal, and definitional concerns.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.
E+E Leader reflects on a year of global readership growth, rising podcast engagement, expanding partnerships, and a thriving awards program as we pause for Thanksgiving.
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.
Socomec is investing $10M in a new Georgia facility, creating 300 jobs. The move expands its U.S. presence and boosts energy systems manufacturing.
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.