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Sustainability Daily Podcast
From smarter farms to circular packaging and energy-efficient industry upgrades, sustainability is getting a tech-powered boost. Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Agricultural drones are taking off globally, saving farmers time and money
By Ben Belton, Leo Baldiga | October 29, 2025
A new Science study charts the explosive global growth of agricultural drones—led by East Asia and rapidly expanding in the U.S.—as multifunctional tools for spraying, seeding, mapping, and livestock monitoring. China alone reportedly has over 250,000 ag drones in use, while U.S. FAA registrations jumped from ~1,000 to ~5,500 in 18 months. The tech promises efficiency and safety gains but brings drift risks and potential labor displacement, underscoring the need for strong training and safeguards.
Kerala Agri varsity launches drone pilot training programme
By BL Kochi Bureau | October 29, 2025
Kerala Agricultural University launched a DGCA-licensed drone pilot training program with NABARD backing to accelerate precision farming and agripreneurship. The initiative aims to build certified pilots capable of deploying drone-based delivery systems, addressing labor shortages while boosting farm efficiency and profitability. It’s a timely skills pipeline that complements the rapid adoption of ag drones across India.
Root under-sink composting system to handle food waste at home
By Madhurima Nag | October 29, 2025
Root tucks beneath your sink to turn kitchen scraps into compost with a sealed, odor-filtered, and quiet design that separates solids and liquids to keep plumbing safe. With push-button automation and carbon filtration, it streamlines daily waste handling without countertop clutter. For households looking to cut landfill waste, it makes composting a low-friction habit.
Direct-to-can printing reshapes Australia’s beverage packaging
By Mohamed Dabo | October 29, 2025
Australia is rapidly adopting direct-to-can digital printing, pairing speed-to-market with recyclability by eliminating plastic labels and sleeves. Orora’s high-speed line prints up to 500 cans per minute, while Onpack’s short-run model turns around custom campaigns in 24–48 hours; East Coast Canning’s durable format withstands pasteurization and has helped avoid over 50 million units of plastic labeling. The result: faster launches, lower minimums, and more circular packaging.
Alternate current (AC) drives market research 2025–2033: significant expansion driven by energy-efficient solutions
By Research and Markets | October 29, 2025
The AC drives market is projected to grow at a 5.43% CAGR as industries prioritize energy savings and precise motor control. Low-voltage drives lead in revenue, medium-voltage drives post the fastest growth, and APAC dominates on policy support and industrialization. With pumps and compressors as standout applications, the report underscores how VFD adoption cuts energy use and supports sustainability mandates.
