Investors are increasingly targeting mature climate tech sectors such as solar, wind and biogas amid policy and market uncertainty. Companies such as Obvious Ventures, Quinbrook, Generate Capital and Galvanize Climate Solutions are leveraging capital to finance or acquire undervalued assets, and are focused on opportunities such as grid infrastructure.

Extended producer responsibility fees could become a catalyst for sustainable packaging innovation, according to Olga Kachook, SPC director at GreenBlue. With seven states set to implement EPR programs that use eco-modulation to determine fees based on environmental impact, companies can save significantly by switching to materials with lower fees. For example, moving from rigid plastic to paper could result in an 81% fee reduction. Kachook suggests that savings from EPR fees be reinvested into more sustainable packaging options, creating a cycle of continuous improvement.

The food and drink sector is almost evenly divided regarding its sustainability progress. According to the survey, 49% of leaders describe their approach as leading or progressive, while 39% see it as reactive or minimal. Additionally, businesses are split on whether current efforts are sufficient, with 42% believing they are doing enough and 43% disagreeing. The biggest challenges to sustainability are cost, waste management and social equity.

The average cost of electricity varies from state to state, with Hawaii having the highest residential rate at 40.96 cents per kilowatt-hour. This infographic breaks down average costs at the state level, noting that states such as California, Massachusetts, Alaska and Maine also face high electricity costs while the opposite is true in Nevada and Idaho. The variation is attributed to multiple factors, including whether a state has ample natural resources or is subject to burdensome regulations.

Ford is offering a Home Power Management system that allows the F-150 Lightning electric truck to power homes during outages and reduce electricity bills. The system, demonstrated by Ford's Ryan O'Gorman, uses a bidirectional charging station and inverter to provide power, potentially saving users $500 annually. The technology is part of Ford's Energy Rewards program, in partnership with utilities such as DTE Energy and Xcel Energy.

A recycling center has opened in Fort Worth, Texas, to process up to 144,000 tons of waste annually, utilizing advanced technologies such as optical sorters and ballistic separators. The $62.5 million facility, operated by Waste Management, aims to divert waste from the city's landfill, which has a enough remaining capacity for about a decade.

Sumitomo Osaka Cement has developed a pilot process that recycles waste gypsum wallboard by mineralizing it with captured CO2 from cement plants to produce artificial limestone, closing material loops and reducing emissions. The Osaka-based facility, completed in June 2025, processes 10 kg of gypsum per hour and demonstrates how gypsum recycling could link carbon capture with circular economy goals in cement production.

Southridge Cooperative Section 1 in Queens is set to install a solar system covering 30% of its energy needs, translating to $80,000 in annual savings. The $1.15 million project is funded by an $800,000 loan from NYCEEC, with additional support from NY-Sun rebates. The initiative aligns with Local Law 97 compliance, reducing future carbon emission penalties. Despite challenges with existing mortgages, the co-op opted for solar due to its financial viability and technical feasibility.

The Energy Department has eliminated emissions and community-engagement requirements from its loan guarantee program under new rules implementing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The change expands the scope of the DOE Loan Programs Office's Section 1706 portfolio beyond infrastructure modernization to incorporate a broader range of energy projects, including fossil fuels and nuclear developments.

The Bureau of Reclamation has chosen Utah's Washington County Water Conservancy District as one of only five recipients of federal funding aimed at water-saving projects in the West. The support will help the county build an innovative water reuse system that is recognized nationally for its potential to transform previously unusable water into new supplies, thus helping the region manage drought and prepare for future growth.

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