Farm waste bio-oil may plug orphaned US oil wells and trap carbon for decades US researchers have found that transforming plant waste like corn stalks and forest debris into bio-oil could hold the key to addressing two major environmental challenges simultaneously. By converting farm waste into bio-oil, a viable solution emerges to plug orphaned oil […]
Construction materials could be greener, lighter with clay blend that uses seaweed
Revolutionizing Construction: Clay Blend with Seaweed for Greener, Lighter Materials Large amounts of brown algae, commonly referred to as sargassum, have been increasingly appearing on beaches and coastlines worldwide, posing a significant environmental challenge. However, researchers have found a groundbreaking solution that could not only address the issue of sargassum accumulation but also revolutionize the […]
Why cement is climate’s hardest challenge
Why Cement is Climate’s Hardest Challenge Modern construction would be impossible without cement, yet this essential material poses one of our most significant environmental challenges. Cement production is responsible for a vast amount of carbon dioxide emissions, with the industry accounting for about 8% of global CO2 emissions. This places it as the second-largest industrial […]
Google claims Gemini uses less water and energy per text prompt
Google’s Gemini: A Step Towards Sustainability in AI Technology In the age of increasing environmental awareness, the technology sector is under scrutiny for its carbon footprint and water usage. Google, a tech giant known for its innovative solutions, has recently claimed that its latest AI language model, Gemini, is designed to use less water and […]
Toyota repurposes old EV batteries to power Mazda’s car plant in Japan
Toyota repurposes old EV batteries to power Mazda’s car plant in Japan Japanese automotive giants Toyota and Mazda have joined forces to test a new energy storage solution that could revolutionize the way manufacturing plants power their operations. By repurposing old electric vehicle (EV) batteries, Toyota aims to provide a sustainable and cost-effective alternative for […]
Nvidia holds record share of S&P 500
Nvidia Soars to Record Share of S&P 500 Nvidia, the renowned chipmaker, has been making waves in the stock market with its unprecedented growth, securing a record share of the S&P 500. Since the beginning of 2022, Nvidia’s stock has been on a steady upward trajectory, outperforming many other companies in the industry. This remarkable […]
Plastic Fast Fashion Is Driving Industry Emissions Higher
Plastic Fast Fashion Is Driving Industry Emissions Higher The fashion industry’s environmental impact has been a growing concern in recent years, with sustainability and carbon emissions at the forefront of discussions. A new report has shed light on a concerning trend: fashion’s carbon footprint grew by nearly 8 percent in 2023. This marks the first […]
Nuclear-powered cooling tech drives Sam Altman-backed Oklo’s AI efficiency push
Nuclear-Powered Cooling Tech Drives Sam Altman-Backed Oklo’s AI Efficiency Push Oklo, a renowned nuclear technology company, has recently made headlines by partnering with Vertiv, a global leader in digital infrastructure solutions. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the efficiency of artificial intelligence (AI) systems through the utilization of cutting-edge nuclear-powered cooling technology. In the fast-paced world […]
Microsoft uses human poop to scrub 4.9 million tons of carbon from AI footprint
Microsoft Uses Human Poop to Scrub 4.9 Million Tons of Carbon from AI Footprint Of all things, it’s human poop helping scrub AI’s carbon footprint clean. In a bid to address the environmental impact of artificial intelligence, Microsoft has come up with a rather unconventional solution – turning to wastewater treatment plants. By utilizing the […]
US scientists blend seaweed into concrete to shrink cement’s carbon footprint quickly
US scientists blend seaweed into concrete to shrink cement’s carbon footprint quickly What if the key to greener concrete wasn’t mined from the Earth, but grown in the depths of the ocean? A groundbreaking innovation by US scientists is revolutionizing the construction industry by blending seaweed into concrete, offering a sustainable alternative that significantly reduces […]