Global Plastics Treaty Negotiations Collapse – Where Do We Go from Here? Efforts to address the ever-growing crisis of plastic pollution on a global scale hit a roadblock as negotiations for a UN treaty specifically targeting this issue collapsed. The recent talks failed to yield an agreement, leaving many wondering about the next steps in […]
GO-Eco: A graphene oxide breakthrough for PFAS-free food packaging
GO-Eco: A Graphene Oxide Breakthrough for PFAS-Free Food Packaging The landscape of food packaging is rapidly evolving, driven by the urgent need for sustainable solutions that prioritize both consumer safety and environmental protection. In this dynamic industry, a groundbreaking innovation has emerged – GO-Eco, a graphene oxide-based material that promises to revolutionize food packaging by […]
New low-cost ‘water battery’ breakthrough offers high-stability over 220 cycles of use
New Low-Cost ‘Water Battery’ Breakthrough Offers High-Stability Over 220 Cycles of Use Researchers have developed an aqueous organic redox flow battery (AORFB) demonstrating stable performance with no signs of degradation over 220 cycles of use. This groundbreaking innovation in energy storage technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we store and utilize renewable energy, […]
Breakthrough US thermal coating cools buildings by 36°F, slashes AC bills, power use
Cooling buildings efficiently in scorching summer temperatures has always been a challenge, especially with the rising costs of electricity. However, a breakthrough in thermal coating technology in the United States is revolutionizing the way buildings are cooled, leading to a significant drop of 36°F in temperatures and subsequently slashing AC bills and power usage. This […]
Sun-powered sponge produces freshwater from seawater in just 6 hours of outdoor light
A Game-Changer in Water Desalination: Sun-Powered Sponge Turns Seawater into Freshwater in Just 6 Hours of Outdoor Light Researchers have developed a sponge-like aerogel material to turn seawater into drinkable freshwater. This new innovation marks a significant breakthrough in the realm of water desalination, offering a sustainable and energy-efficient solution to address the global water […]
Germany to host world’s first industrial AirBattery in massive salt cavern
Germany to Host World’s First Industrial AirBattery in Massive Salt Cavern Israel’s Augwind Energy has announced plans to build the world’s first commercial-scale AirBattery energy storage facility in Germany, marking a significant milestone in the realm of sustainable energy solutions. This groundbreaking project is set to revolutionize the way we store and utilize electricity, offering […]
Estonian engineers turn 15-year-old $9 trash phones into pocket-sized data centers
Estonian Engineers Turn 15-Year-Old $9 Trash Phones into Pocket-Sized Data Centers A team at the University of Tartu’s Institute of Computer Science has shown that obsolete technology can be repurposed in groundbreaking ways. By taking 15-year-old $9 trash phones and transforming them into pocket-sized data centers, these innovative engineers have demonstrated the power of creative […]
Okra and fenugreek extracts remove up to 90% of microplastics from polluted water
Okra and Fenugreek Extracts: The Dynamic Duo in Fighting Microplastic Pollution With microplastics turning up in oceans, rivers, drinking water, and even inside the human body, the urgent need for innovative solutions to combat this environmental threat has never been more evident. Recently, a groundbreaking discovery has emerged, showcasing the remarkable potential of okra and […]
Magnetic fields supercharge catalysts for cleaner water and cheaper ammonia
Magnetic Fields Supercharge Catalysts for Cleaner Water and Cheaper Ammonia Imagine if we could make chemical reactions thousands of times faster just by using a simple and readily available tool – magnetic fields. Recent advancements in the field of catalysis have shown that applying magnetic fields to certain catalysts can significantly enhance their performance, leading […]
EV battery packs to power industries, supply 1.25 MW of energy, reduce load on grid
EV Battery Packs Revolutionize Industrial Power Supply, Reducing Grid Load A British firm has launched battery storage systems that can power industries. Based on repurposed electric vehicle (EV) battery packs, these innovative systems have the capacity to supply up to 1.25 megawatts (MW) of energy, offering a sustainable solution to the increasing energy demands of […]