Industries

French Startup Solar Tech to Replace Disposable Batteries

G-Lyte’s solar innovation aims to replace disposable batteries with eco-friendly DSSC technology, offering 99% recyclability and low-light efficiency.

Amazon Advances Green Construction to Achieve Net-Zero by 2040

Amazon is decarbonizing its global operations by 2040, revolutionizing green infrastructure with net-zero buildings and renewable energy.

Recycling Trends and Opportunities for Growth in the United States

Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts have the highest recycling rates in the country. Which three states are ranked the worst?

Aging Infrastructure Challenges Highlighted by Edison Water Main Break

What does the latest Edison water main break mean for the future of infrastructure?

Smartwatches and Fitness Devices Linked to PFAS Concerns

Recent research from the University of Notre Dame has identified fitness trackers and smartwatch bands as unexpected sources of PFAS.

Sailing Team Champions Sustainability with Innovative Water Tech

American Magic eliminates 88,000 single-use plastic bottles through sustainable water systems, setting a new standard in sports sustainability.

Miami’s Sinking Towers Highlight Urgent Need for Safer Construction

A new study reveals ground shifts under Miami high-rises, urging safer construction practices and better monitoring for long-term stability.

Industry Highlights
Aviation
Nimbus Aerospace, backed by $170,000 in early-stage funding, has taken its first flight toward revolutionizing private aviation.
H3 Dynamics introduces the AEROCELL 400KW, a hydrogen fuel cell designed for aviation. It offers higher power and lower weight for cleaner flight.
Cheap Flights: What They Really Mean for You exposes the environmental and economic trade-offs behind this convenience.
Recycling
Universities are slashing waste and costs with USEFULL, a reusable container program using smart tech to revolutionize campus dining sustainability.
Oregon’s new statewide recycling rules aim to reduce plastic waste and streamline recycling systems.
JB Straubel, former Tesla executive, sees advanced battery recycling as key to a sustainable future, cutting reliance on mining while powering the EV revolution.
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Federal Lands Emissions Drop, but Carbon Storage Faces Challenges

Federal lands cut greenhouse gas emissions by 18% since 2005, but wildfires and droughts reduce their effectiveness as carbon sinks.

Op-Ed: Exploring Texas Growth as a Test for NEPA and Environmental Justice

As Texas expands, ensuring equitable infrastructure for EJ populations is key. Insights on NEPA compliance and more from Charles Jacobi.

SMECI Receives $1.4 Billion USDA Investment for Renewable Energy Transformation

Government funding will allow San Miguel Electric Cooperative, Inc. to transition from lignite-fired power generation to renewable energy.

Op-Ed: The Global Plastics Treaty was the biggest missed climate opportunity of 2024

Global climate progress in 2024 was mixed, with advances in climate financing and packaging laws offset by stalled plastic treaty negotiations.

New York Enacts Climate Superfund Law to Hold Polluters Accountable

New York will require fossil fuel companies to fund billions in critical adaptation projects, a move that could set a precedent for climate accountability nationwide.

PTT’s Vision for a Sustainable Future Secures Top DJSI Ranking

Thailand’s leading energy company celebrates 13 years on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices.
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