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Sustainability Daily Podcast — December 12, 2025
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
DynamicSeq2SeqXGB for PM2.5 imputation in extremely sparse environmental monitoring networks
By Ruslan Safarov and co-authors — December 11, 2025
A new hybrid model combines a sequence-to-sequence encoder–decoder with XGBoost to fill air-quality data gaps even when monitoring stations are less than 25% complete. Validated in Kazakhstan and externally on Beijing data, it outperformed classical methods by up to ~79% and maintained strong accuracy across gap lengths. For cities struggling with outages, it offers a practical way to restore PM2.5 time series for health alerts, forecasting, and compliance.
PyroGenesis signs plasma-based contract with leading battery recycler
By P. Peter Pascali (statement quoted) — December 11, 2025
PyroGenesis will test high-temperature plasma to replace fossil-fuel heating in lithium-ion battery recycling with one of the world’s largest recyclers. The program, slated for Q4 2025–Q1 2026, aims to enable all-electric material recovery for cathode and anode inputs—supporting lower-carbon, circular supply chains as EV battery volumes surge. If successful, plasma superheating could cut emissions and enhance recovery yields across large-scale recycling operations.
MINI relies on innovative materials in the interior
By Cornelia Bovensiepen — December 11, 2025
MINI is rolling out knit surfaces made from up to 92% recycled polyester across dashboards, door trims, and consoles—delivering a leather-free, abrasion-resistant finish that reduces CO2e and water use. The approach, aligned with BMW’s Design for Circularity and featured in the new BMW iX3, blends sustainability with a distinctive two-layer visual effect and has earned the SPE Automotive Grand Award. It’s a tangible step toward scalable, premium-feel interiors with a lighter footprint.
Social media marketing for sustainable ecommerce brands in Australia: 8 effective strategies
By Olivia Carr — December 11, 2025
This playbook shows how purpose-led brands can turn transparency and community into growth using UGC, interactive content, and platform-specific storytelling. It highlights where to focus (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook) and what to post—from lifecycle demos to data-backed impact updates—to earn trust and drive conversion. Actionable takeaways help teams prove results and avoid greenwashing by leading with proof, not slogans.
Goodfood announces management change
By GlobeNewswire — December 11, 2025
Goodfood co-founder and COO/President Neil Cuggy will step down on January 16, 2026, as Selim Bassoul moves into the Executive Chair role to guide strategy during a transformation phase. The company plans further leadership updates in January as it sharpens execution in meal solutions positioned around freshness, convenience, and reduced waste. The shift signals a push for operational agility and long-term value creation.
