Mike De Socio

Contributor

GreenBiz Group

Mike De Socio is a freelance journalist covering business, climate change and transportation. His stories have been published in Slate, USA Today, HuffPost and the Dallas Morning News, among others. Mike holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the Boston University College of Communication.

What battery swapping could mean for corporate fleets

December 7, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Co-founder and CEO Khaled Hassounha believes startup Ample will succeed where others have failed thanks to the modularity of its car batteries.
What it will take to decarbonize shipping

November 30, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Success will depend on a mix of smart policy, financial incentives, significant leaps in technology and close industry collaboration.
5 things you should know about green hydrogen

October 26, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Plug Power has a message for companies building out clean fleet strategies: Don’t ignore green hydrogen, a fuel that doesn’t emit any carbon dioxide when it's used to power fuel cells.
Why family businesses are positioned to lead on ESG

September 8, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Many family businesses have yet to make an explicit stand on environmental, social and governance goals, but their long-term view on value creation is changing the equation.
Behind GM's plan to help suppliers buy clean energy

July 13, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Through a new partnership with Shell and its subsidiary MP2 Energy, the automaker is offering its suppliers in Texas the ability to buy discounted renewable energy.
Better batteries will get us to an electrified future

June 2, 2021

by Mike De Socio

The future of batteries when everything is electric will be longer lifespans, faster charging and more sustainable.
A new love story: Electric vehicles and the electric grid

June 1, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Electric cars are coming and with them the promise of a better electric grid.
United partners with corporate America to ramp up sustainable fuels

April 27, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Corporations will be able to offset their employees business travel by helping airlines buy sustainable fuel.
- Transportation & Mobility
- Aviation
The 'last mile' of consumer sustainability behavior

February 18, 2021

by Mike De Socio

Companies are learning how consumer intentions align with their actions and how sustainability executives can influence those behaviors for the better.
- Consumer Trends
- GreenBiz 21
Keep your eyes on these 9 electric truck and van companies in 2021

January 4, 2021

by Mike De Socio

What big-name players in zero-emissions transportation accomplished over the past 12 months, and what to keep an eye on for the 12 months ahead.