Best Smart Factory Solutions Podcasts (2025)

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Nissan Leaf Lawsuit Targets Level 3 Fire Risk 3:27

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Class action says 2019–2022 Nissan Leaf batteries overheat during Level 3 fast charging; NHTSA recalls expand as fix lags, impacting safety and resale value. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/nissan-leaf-lawsuit-targets-level-3-fire-risk,95888 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks f…

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Global Biodiversity Standard ISO 17298 Launches 3:49

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ISO 17298 gives companies a global roadmap to manage biodiversity risks. The new standard helps turn environmental ambition into real-world action. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/global-biodiversity-standard-iso-17298-launches,95909 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for liste…

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Sydney Team Sets New Record in Solar Cell Efficiency 2:47

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A solar breakthrough from the University of Sydney pushes perovskite cells closer to market. The tech shows record efficiency and strong thermal stability. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/sydney-team-sets-new-record-in-solar-cell-efficiency,95908 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Tha…

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Trump Policies Test U.S. Solar Supply Chain Momentum 7:37

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Federal incentives drove $40B in U.S. solar growth, but Trump’s 2025 rollbacks and tariffs could reshape the supply chain’s future. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/trump-policies-test-us-solar-supply-chain-momentum,95903 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For acc…

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Navico Replaces Plastic with Water-Soluble Packaging 2:44

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Navico Group is shifting to water-soluble Hydropol bags to cut plastic waste. The change supports cleaner oceans and more sustainable marine packaging. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/navico-replaces-plastic-with-water-soluble-packaging,95907 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks …

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BlackRock’s Utility Takeover Raises MN Rate Fears 5:05

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Minnesota regulators approved BlackRock’s acquisition of ALLETE, overriding warnings of rate hikes and weakened oversight for state power customers. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/blackrocks-utility-takeover-raises-mn-rate-fears,95913 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for lis…

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New Grid Tech Could Delay Costly Utility Upgrades 2:43

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Utilities are testing new ways to increase grid capacity fast. A pilot in Georgia shows how power flow tech might reduce costs and delays tied to traditional upgrades. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/new-grid-tech-could-delay-costly-utility-upgrades,95905 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Le…

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Tech-Driven Health Literacy Meets Environmental Care 4:25

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At Dubai Science Park, leaders explore how AI, IoT, and environmental data can elevate health literacy and environmental resilience in the UAE. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/tech-driven-health-literacy-meets-environmental-care,95889 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for list…

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Inhalers Add $5.7B to U.S. Climate Costs 4:38

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A JAMA study finds U.S. inhaler emissions grew 24% in a decade, spotlighting the health sector’s overlooked role in national climate costs. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/inhalers-add-57b-to-us-climate-costs,95713 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to…

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The Critical Role of Workforce in Manufacturing & Maritime Defense 58:05

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In this special Manufacturing Month episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb, Editor-in-Chief of SME Media, is joined by a powerhouse panel of workforce development leaders: Jeannine Kunz, Executive Director and CEO of SME; Erica Logan, Workforce Development Director of the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base Program; and Joe Barto,…

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Illinois Utility Converts Waste Gas into Clean Energy 2:38

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Peoria's wastewater utility is cutting emissions and earning revenue by turning methane into renewable fuel. It’s a smart model for sustainable infrastructure. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/peoria-utility-converts-waste-gas-into-clean-energy,95904 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! …

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Delaware Forms Task Force on Transport Funding 3:41

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Delaware creates a task force to secure long-term, sustainable funding for its Transportation Trust Fund amid EV growth and fuel-tax declines. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/delaware-forms-task-force-on-transport-funding,95714 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! …

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Levi’s Stock and Sustainability Surge 3:20

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Levi Strauss earns analyst upgrades and investor confidence as its renewable energy program and sustainability strategy gain global traction. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/levis-stock-and-sustainability-surge,95358 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access …

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Growing Hurricane Threat Drives Need for Smart Building Tech 9:13

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As hurricanes intensify and move inland, smart building and workplace technologies are becoming key to resilience, continuity, and sustainability. Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyle…

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#052 - The Subtle Marketing Upsells Your Franchise Needs For Additional Revenue! 🍟💡 10:15

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Ready to level up your marketing with live strategies and Q&A? Join the Rebel Marketing Club today: https://themarketingfactory.com.au/club In this episode of The Marketing Factory, host Marissa Candy explores the power of subtle upselling in franchises. She emphasizes that upselling isn't about being pushy but rather about seizing opportunities wh…

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School Farms Transforms Rural Ghana Education 3:05

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Green is the New Smart: Circular Tech in a Digital World 17:17

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By Panasonic Connect Europe

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Sustainable Phone Packaging Market to Reach $12.3B by 2033 3:49

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Online Retail’s Hidden Role in Rising Plastic Waste 3:00

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AI Meets IoT: Ersan Günes on Inpixon’s Vision for Smarter Factories 1:05:58

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NZBA Collapse Exposes Limits of Voluntary Climate Finance 3:56

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Battery Recyclers Partner to Close U.S. Lithium Loop 2:06

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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UConn Research Boosts Microalgae Protein for Feed 3:33

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Musser Adds NexTrex Logo to Pellet and Bedding Packaging 2:38

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Iron Catalyst Breaks Cost Barrier in Hydrogen Storage 3:08

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Eco-Clip Strip Brings Sustainability to Retail POP 4:55

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Pitt Dining Expands Reusable Cup Program Campus-Wide 3:13

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By Environment+Energy Leader

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Virtual Tours Bring Solar Factories to Your Desktop 2:36

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COOs Seize the Helm in Real-World Sustainability 4:34

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At Climate Week 2025, voices called on operators to embed sustainability into execution. COOs are emerging as the shift makers. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/coos-seize-the-helm-in-real-world-sustainability,95183 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to…

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Op-Ed: Why the United States’ Quest for Energy Dominance Could Cost It the AI Race 7:24

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As Trump’s energy dominance agenda expands fossil fuels, analysts say it could derail U.S. clean tech progress and strain future AI power demand. Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergylea…

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85% of Clothes Discarded Annually: A Wake-Up Call for Fashion's Waste Crisis 7:12

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With most clothing worn fewer than 10 times, the global textile industry faces a critical sustainability challenge. Global textile waste hit 120M tons in 2024, and new EU rules mandate producer responsibility (Updated October 2025). Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access …

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Connecticut Factory Cuts Energy Use with Solar Upgrade 2:35

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A Shelton-based manufacturer trims energy use by over 30% with rooftop solar, HVAC upgrades, and LEDs—no upfront costs, no production downtime. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/connecticut-factory-cuts-energy-use-with-solar-upgrade,94733 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for li…

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Ralph Lauren Updates Climate and Sustainability Goals 3:25

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Ralph Lauren’s FY25 report details 98% sustainable materials, 34% emissions cuts, and a new five-year climate milestone approach. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ralph-lauren-updates-climate-and-sustainability-goals,95018 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For ac…

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Google Invests Billions in Arkansas AI Data Center 3:38

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Google is building a massive AI data center in West Memphis, Arkansas. The move links energy access, fast-track policy, and regional tech growth. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/google-invests-billions-in-arkansas-ai-data-center,95184 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for list…

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Stanbic IBTC Launches AI Climate Risk Tools 4:31

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Stanbic IBTC unveils AI climate risk tools at Sustainable Finance Summit 2.0, strengthening Nigeria’s role in climate-smart finance.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/stanbic-ibtc-launches-ai-climate-risk-tools,95017 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to …

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Retrofit Revolution: Why Reviving Old Data Centers is Critical for the Power Squeeze and the Environment 5:03

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Rising AI workloads are stressing the grid. Learn why upgrading legacy data centers is key to resilience, sustainability, and cost savings. Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.co…

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California Adopts AI Safety and Transparency Law 3:49

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SB 53 requires frontier AI developers to publish safety frameworks, disclose risk assessments, and report critical incidents with penalties up to $1M. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/california-adopts-ai-safety-and-transparency-law,94716 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for l…

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Bulgaria Restarts Nuclear Waste Disposal Feasibility Study 3:21

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Bulgaria's nuclear waste study is back on track after a U.S. review pause. The project tests deep borehole tech as a potential long-term disposal solution. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/bulgaria-restarts-nuclear-waste-disposal-feasibility-study,94731 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leade…

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Indorama Ventures at SX 2025: Progress and Challenges 5:06

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Indorama Ventures at SX 2025 details its Six Capitals plan, recycling scale, financing, and critiques on emissions, plastics, and regulatory scrutiny. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/indorama-ventures-at-sx-2025-progress-and-challenges,94717 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks f…

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Beyond Aero Reaches TRL6 for Hydrogen-Electric Propulsion 3:54

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Beyond Aero hits TRL6 for its hydrogen-electric system, moving from lab to industrial scale. The BYA-1 jet now targets certification and commercial entry. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/beyond-aero-reaches-trl6-for-hydrogen-electric-propulsion,94732 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader!…

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Room-Temp Light Control Could Advance Solar and LED Tech 2:44

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Rice scientists achieved ultrastrong light-phonon coupling at room temp. The breakthrough could boost efficiency in next-gen solar and LED devices. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/room-temp-light-control-could-advance-solar-and-led-tech,94729 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks …

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Ala Wai Golf Course Solar Project Cuts Energy Use 3:27

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Honolulu installs a 137-kW solar canopy and LED retrofits at Ala Wai Golf Course, cutting energy use by 67% and saving $40,000 annually as part of Hawaii’s 2045 clean energy goal. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/ala-wai-golf-course-solar-project-cuts-energy-use,94688 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget t…

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China Pushes Global Convergence on DER Standards 5:52

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China’s DER pilots could accelerate convergence between IEEE 2030.5 and IEC 61850, reshaping global procurement, supply chains, and grid security. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/china-pushes-global-convergence-on-der-standards,94730 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for liste…

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WEBINAR : Solutions for High-Rate Manufacturing of Composites in Advanced Air Mobility 58:14

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The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry is demanding Aerospace parts at Automotive rates.  Learn from aerospace and automotive industry leaders who will share the unique manufacturing, quality and inspection requirements for aerospace composites and current challenges to high-rate manufacturing.  Insights from manufacturing experts with a command …

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Strength from the Soil Award Honors Prairie Work 4:23

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North Dakota honored Game & Fish WMA managers with the Strength from the Soil Award for prairie restoration with grazing partnerships and habitat innovation. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/strength-from-the-soil-award-honors-prairie-work,94511 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thank…

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States Target Mine Waste for Critical Mineral Recovery 3:09

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Old mine waste is getting a second look as 13 states join a $3M USGS push to extract critical minerals and reduce U.S. reliance on foreign supply chains. Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmente…

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Nickel Mining Threatens Raja Ampat’s Marine Ecosystems 3:34

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As nickel demand grows, mining expands into Raja Ampat—home to rare coral reefs and sea turtles—raising global concerns over green energy’s true environmental cost. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/nickel-mining-threatens-raja-ampats-marine-ecosystems,94030 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E L…

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Green Jobs Project in Rwanda Backed by Korea & WFP 4:19

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KOICA and WFP commit USD 1.2 M to youth-led sustainable agriculture in Rwanda’s Gatsibo District under a $14.8 M climate resilience program. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/green-jobs-project-in-rwanda-backed-by-korea-wfp,94686 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening! …

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Recycled Denim Insulation Joins Carlisle’s Product Line 2:35

8d ago2:35

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Carlisle adds UltraTouch recycled denim insulation to its lineup, offering a sustainable, high-performance alternative to conventional materials. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/carlisle-acquires-bonded-logic-for-sustainable-expansion,94728 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks fo…

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Two-Phase Cooling Offers Relief for Energy-Hungry Data Centers 2:44

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A new study shows two-phase cooling can slash energy bills by 35% while boosting GPU capacity, giving data centers an edge in meeting AI demand. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/two-phase-cooling-offers-relief-for-energy-hungry-data-centers,94031 Support the show Share on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Than…