Environmental News Bits

APRIL 12, 2024

Using this technique, the team was able to discover high-performance water electrolyzer electrode materials free of platinum-group elements — substances previously thought to be indispensable … Continue reading Evolution-capable AI promotes green hydrogen production using more abundant chemical elements

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APRIL 2, 2024

Coupling green hydrogen production to community benefits: A pathway to social acceptance? Energy Research & Social Science, 110, 103437.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The initiative will prepare Upper Appalachia - western Pennsylvania, northeast Ohio and West Virginia - to meet increasing regional and national demand in both the residential and commercial sectors for the products and materials needed to construct, renovate, maintain and operate healthy, energy-efficient, resilient buildings and infrastructure.

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Environment + Energy Leader

MAY 16, 2023

The industry's value is expected to reach $561.6 billion by 2031 with Europe remaining the biggest player in the market due to governmental initiatives toward sustainable packaging.

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Green Seal® announced at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo that it will prohibit any per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Green Seal-certified paints and coatings, floor care products, adhesives, and degreasers, further strengthening Green Seal’s leadership to address these harmful “forever chemicals.”

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Researchers have developed a new water-splitting process and material that maximize the efficiency of producing green hydrogen, making it an affordable and accessible option for industrial partners that want to convert to green hydrogen for renewable energy storage instead of conventional, carbon-emitting hydrogen production from… Read more → (..)

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Inhabitant

MAY 20, 2021

Known as Urwahn Platzhirsch, the minimalist commuter bicycle is already racking up awards, including the international Green Product Award in 2021. Germany-based bicycle manufacturer Urwahn Bikes has created a bike frame made entirely of 3D-printed steel.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 19, 2022

Green cosmetic makers know their audience. One manufacturer, in addition to the standard lines about how long-lasting and colorful their product is, says that their lip tint is “cruelty-free,” vegan, and made from wholesome ingredients like coconut oil and shea butter. Read the full story at Environmental Health News.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

“How emotions and green altruism explain consumer purchase intention toward circular economy products: A multi-group analysis on willingness to be environmentally friendly.” -M., & Yu, T.-K. ” Business Strategy and the Environment, 1–14.

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 17, 2023

Read the full story from Drexel University. As part of ongoing efforts to develop materials that could enable alternative energy sources, researchers have produced a titanium oxide nanofilament material that can harness sunlight to unlock the ubiquitous molecule’s potential as a fuel source.

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A paper recently published in Nature Energy based on pioneering research done at Illinois Institute of Technology reveals a promising breakthrough in green energy: an electrolyzer device capable of converting carbon dioxide into propane in a manner that is both scalable and economically viable.

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 6, 2023

Sustainable investment solution provider u impact has joined forces with specialized green banking software provider ecolytiq to introduce innovative sustainable investment products to a wider branch of private investors.

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DECEMBER 23, 2021

Eco-Products has added seven new items to its Vanguard line-up of compostable takeaway containers. Read the full story at Catering Insights. Read more →

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Yale E360

MARCH 16, 2023

Faced with embargoes of Russian oil and gas, Europe ramped up production of solar and wind power, got serious about energy conservation, and tweaked policies to speed its green transition. Despite fears of increased emissions, the EU remained on track to meet its climate goals. Read more on E360 →

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 27, 2023

In collaboration with energy company Eneco, and leveraging technology from German start-up Kraftblock, PepsiCo is electrifying the production of Lay’s and Cheetos crisps at its Broek of Langedijk site in the Netherlands. Read the full story at Bakery & Snacks.

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Environment + Energy Leader

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The $85 million will help the green iron company scale its industrial processes to help eliminate emissions in the carbon-intense industry. The post Electra Funding Helps Decarbonize Steel, Iron Production appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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DECEMBER 20, 2022

It also wants all its products to be reused or recycled. The post PVH Wants To Cut Emissions, Increase Green Energy Use, and Save Trees appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. PVH, a global fashion company, is working to generate zero waste at its business operations, zero carbon emissions, and zero hazardous chemicals.

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Clean Energy Law

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Green , and James Bee On 2 February 2024, the European Parliament (Parliament) and European Council (Council) reached a provisional deal on a directive promoting the repair of broken or defective goods, known as the Right to Repair Directive. The products listed are included in the Council’s press release. Davies , Michael D.

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Legal Planet

MARCH 4, 2024

There is a lot of talk about weak consumer demand for EVs — doleful from greens, triumphant from others. Maybe US carmakers have hit a few speed bumps –not surprising when trying to rapidly ramp up a product that’s new to most consumers. In total, there has been about $50 billion committed to EV and EV-battery production.

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Environmental News Bits

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Researchers say there needs to be better regulation and more guidance for consumers about how safe cleaning products really are. Read the full story from the University of York.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The measure will contribute to achieving France’s energy and environmental targets, as well as the objectives relating to the EU’s Offshore Renewable Energy Strategy and the European Green Deal. The post EU Approves $2.23B Aid to Support Offshore Wind Electricity Production in France appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Environment + Energy Leader

DECEMBER 20, 2022

It also wants all its products to be reused or recycled. The post PVH Wants To Cut Emissions, Increase Green Energy Use, and Save Trees appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. PVH, a global fashion company, is working to generate zero waste at its business operations, zero carbon emissions, and zero hazardous chemicals.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 10, 2022

Read the full story at Azo Nano. The efficient use of biowaste to decrease environmental pollution is vital for the long-term sustainability of the planet.

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Environment + Energy Leader

JANUARY 20, 2023

Alstom aims to cut its CO2 emissions from Scope 1 & 2 by improving energy intensity, developing on-site green electricity production, and supplying all sites with renewable sources. The company’s net-zero targets will “gradually be expanded” to cover its supply chain or Scope 3 emissions.

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Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 21, 2023

Currently, Practice Green's portfolio only has dental products available, which were selected as "green" based on the supplier partner’s information. The post Henry Schein Champions Sustainability with Launch of Practice Green appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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MAY 30, 2023

Keppel's participation positions the company to access a reliable source of green hydrogen for its green ammonia production facility and underscores its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

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Yale E360

MARCH 16, 2022

Denmark is pledging to increase production of green hydrogen, its government announced Tuesday. The low-carbon fuel could supplant oil in airplanes, trucks, and cargo ships, and replace coal in the production of steel and cement, helping to curb pollution from transportation and heavy industry. Read more on E360 ?.

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Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 27, 2023

Practically, these efforts include clean mobility, renewable energy, and hydrogen production. The post European Green Deal: New Green Alliance Between EU-Norway Deepens Clean Industry Commitment appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 17, 2024

The innovative green project 100% Fish is repurposing fish waste products to make everything from leather and skin grafts to collagen, finds Graham Lawton

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Clean Energy Law

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Green , James Bee , and Kevin Mak The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has published a Code of Conduct for Providers of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Rating and Data Products (Code), and an accompanying compliance checklist for providers (Checklist), following a public consultation conducted from June to August 2023.

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Yale E360

MARCH 23, 2022

China is planning to build out more renewable power and boost production of green hydrogen, a low-carbon fuel, according to its latest five-year plan for the energy sector, released Tuesday, which also calls for maintaining crude oil output and ramping up natural gas production. Read more on E360 ?.

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A Greener Life

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

And it is positioning itself as a big hydrogen production player. It aims to reduce reliance on Russian energy imports, arguing that due to its large hydropower production, it is well-positioned to meet the requirements for producing green hydrogen. Due to climate impacts in the country, all of its glaciers are melting rapidly.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Cutting carbon emissions means replacing the heating systems in homes, transforming transport and greening steel production. All of these will take time, but the UK prime minister has instead chosen to delay

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Vermont Law

APRIL 19, 2019

As with any industry, cannabis production is not free from environmental externalities. One study estimates that an indoor production facility capable of producing 1 pound of product per grow cycle will use approximately 13,000 kW/h per year. The best and easiest way for the cannabis industry to go green is just to grow outside.

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Inside Climate News

APRIL 20, 2024

Cross-laminated timber created from softwood trees is greening the construction energy. By Drew Saunders The mass timber industry’s promise of low carbon emissions through state-of-the-art laminated wood products has resulted in steady adoption across a construction industry long bogged down by high emissions and habitat destruction.

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HumanNature

MARCH 11, 2024

Sounding Green” has not only become politically correct, but also a possible finance-generating mechanism. In other news, the European Parliament decided to ban marketing using greenwashing buzzwords like “environmentally friendly” and “climate neutral” after Apple called its series 9 Apple Watch its first carbon-neutral product!

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Several companies are beginning to scale up production of jet fuel made from captured carbon dioxide and green hydrogen, but decarbonising global aviation this way would require huge amounts of clean energy

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