Kering Shares Rise as Market Looks Ahead Investors in Kering, the renowned luxury goods company, have recently demonstrated optimism as the market shifts its focus towards the future under the leadership of new CEO Luca De Meo. Despite facing another weak quarter, shareholders are choosing to look past the current challenges and instead concentrate on […]
Nuclear-linked hydrogen plan aims to feed AI-fueled energy hungry data centers
Nuclear-Linked Hydrogen Plan Aims to Feed AI-Fueled Energy-Hungry Data Centers Canada-based First Hydrogen Corp. says it will begin designing small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) with the aim of revolutionizing the way energy is produced for data centers. The intersection of nuclear power and hydrogen technology could pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient […]
Scientists plan to turn 950 billion discarded pandemic face masks into EV electronics
From Pandemic Waste to Electric Vehicles: How Scientists Are Revolutionizing Recycling Researchers in Australia and China have devised a way to transform mountains of pandemic-era polypropylene waste into cutting-edge electronic components for electric vehicles (EVs). With an estimated 950 billion discarded face masks worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for sustainable solutions to […]
AI energy demand accelerates while clean power lags
AI Energy Demand Accelerates While Clean Power Lags The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and energy consumption is becoming increasingly significant in today’s digital landscape. With the rapid expansion of AI technologies in various sectors, the demand for energy to power these systems is on the rise. However, this surge in energy consumption is not […]
Scientist turn cigarette butts into powerful road-building pellets using wax binder
Turning Cigarette Butts into Road-Building Pellets: A Sustainable Innovation in Construction Industry Cigarette butts are now being turned into a valuable additive for road construction. Backed by innovative scientists, this groundbreaking solution is transforming a major environmental hazard into a sustainable resource with numerous benefits. By incorporating cigarette butts into road-building pellets using a wax […]
Tracing PFAS through electronics manufacturing
Tracing PFAS through Electronics Manufacturing Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been prevalent in various industries, including electronics manufacturing. These chemical compounds are known for their water and grease-resistant properties, making them desirable for applications in electronics. However, the environmental and health risks associated with PFAS have raised concerns, leading to the development of […]
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 […]
Scientists find bioplastic that vanishes 80% even in extreme deep-sea conditions
Bioplastic Breakthrough: Revolutionary Microbial Polyester Disappears Under Extreme Deep-Sea Conditions A Japanese research team has demonstrated that a novel microbial polyester called poly(D‑lactate‑co‑3‑hydroxybutyrate), or LAHB, could be a game-changer in the world of bioplastics. This innovative material has the incredible ability to vanish by up to 80% even in the harshest deep-sea environments, offering a […]
Cement disruptor: Just 10% recycled glass mix makes earth blocks 90% stronger
Cement disruptor: Just 10% recycled glass mix makes earth blocks 90% stronger Recycled glass could become part of the next big step in sustainable construction. Scientists from Australia have discovered that by adding just 10% of recycled glass to the mix, earth blocks can become a whopping 90% stronger. This groundbreaking innovation not only addresses […]
Self-repairing batteries could double EV power packs’ lifespan, performance
Self-Repairing Batteries: The Future of EV Power Packs Scientists are developing self-healing batteries designed to diagnose internal damage and initiate repairs, a technology that could revolutionize the lifespan and performance of electric vehicle (EV) power packs. This groundbreaking innovation offers a solution to one of the major challenges facing the EV industry: the degradation of […]