This episode unpacks Louisiana's energy reform challenges, including Entergy Louisiana's price hikes and the push for industrial renewable options. We spotlight Ann Arbor's community-led Sustainable Energy Utility and its renewable energy model. Additionally, we explore advancements in renewable natural gas by SoCalGas and EnviTec Biogas, showcasing scalable solutions for decarbonization and energy resilience. Sources: https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2025/03/31/usda-delivers-rural-energy-commitments-strengthens-us-energy-security-and-increases-american-grown https://lailluminator.com/2025/03/31/electricity-louisiana/ https://www.a2gov.org/sustainability-innovations-home/sustainability-me/ann-arbors-sustainable-energy-utility-seu/ https://biomassmagazine.com/articles/envitec-biogas-commissions-south-dakota-rng-project https://www.3blmedia.com/news/socalgas-announces-first-renewable-natural-gas-contract-approved-under-california-program https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/methane-emissions
About the podcast
"Digest This: Unpacking Our Sustainable Future" is a podcast brought to you by 3 Rivers Energy Partners, aimed at exploring the ever evolving renewable energy and sustainability landscape. Our hosts will be exploring the latest news on sustainable business practices and environmental policy. Here, we discuss, dissect, and disseminate important news and developments in renewable energy, with a focus on Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and its role in fostering sustainable business practices.