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Discovery of Li ion Conductor Unlocks New Direction for Sustainable Batteries

One of the grand challenges for materials science is the design and discovery of new materials that address global priorities such as Net Zero.

19 Feb 2024

Could Lab-Grown ‘Meaty’ Rice be the Key to a More Sustainable Food System?

Researchers from Yonsei University have engineered a new sustainable food that could be a “shortcut to a sustainable food system,” safeguarding society from both global warming and food crises.

15 Feb 2024

Sustainable Method of Producing Energy from Waste Wood

Irish wood products could be used to efficiently transform waste heat into energy while minimizing costs and environmental impact, according to a new study by University of Limerick researchers.

14 Feb 2024

Fishing Practices Impact Fishermen’s Adaptation to Climate Change, Study Finds

Timothy Frawley has spent the better of the past two decades working in and around commercial fisheries. Born and raised in Casco Bay, Maine, he grew up packing lobsters and pitching bait on Portland's working waterfront. He has worked in commercial fisheries in California, Alaska and the Mexican state of Baja California Sur.

14 Feb 2024

Converting End-of-Life Mines into Energy Storage Systems

ABB and Gravitricity are collaborating to revolutionize energy storage systems utilizing end-of-life mine shafts and cutting-edge hoist technology.

From ABB Electrification 9 Feb 2024

China's Path to Sustainable Transformation

China, the biggest steel manufacturer in the world, must simultaneously address climate change mitigation and air quality improvement.

8 Feb 2024

Making Activated Carbon from Sewage Sludge

The solid material that remains after treating wastewater is called sewage sludge.

8 Feb 2024

Companies Need Clearer Path to Tackle Climate Change

Despite efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change, companies are not set up for success, due to conflicting national and sectorial targets and differing availability of abatement options, a new study reveals.

8 Feb 2024

Poland to End Coal Dependency in Strategic Energy Policy Shift

In an unprecedented move signaling a major shift in energy strategy, Poland is charting a course toward ending its reliance on coal-powered energy. This decision represents a pivotal change in Poland's climate change approach and opens up new avenues for commercial industries through adopting greener energy sources.

8 Feb 2024

European Can Recycling Programme Expands to the United States

Every Can Counts, the leading awareness programme for drink can recycling, has announced the launch of its United States chapter, a significant addition that follows closely after its expansion into the United Arab Emirates during COP28 in Dubai.

7 Feb 2024