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Power For Humanity Generates Electricity Out of Thin Air

Greentown Labs

What if you could harness the air around you to power your cell phone? You could power your most-used electronic in a truly renewable way. One day, when a researcher turned off the power supply to some nanowires that were being tested as sensors, an electric current still showed on the meter.

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How Specialized Hydraulic Systems Contribute to Environmental Sustainability

Hydrogen Fuel News

  Improve Energy Efficiency Historically, hydraulic systems have been energy-intensive, contributing significantly to industrial activities’ operational costs and environmental footprint. This shift supports environmental goals and offers economic benefits, as lower energy usage translates to reduced operational costs.

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‘We can’t recycle our way out’

Grist

When dealing with the life cycle of plastic, hundreds of solutions await, from alternative bioplastics that might be able to degrade themselves through the magic of fungus, to complex chemical recycling that can break plastics down to become other petroleum products or to be rebuilt good as new.

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7 Practical Ways To Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

The Environmental Blog

Most popular features include energy-efficient heating, double glazing and hot water systems. So, if you’re thinking of selling your home any time in the future, it’s worthwhile investing time to make it greener and more energy-efficient now. 1 Install low energy appliances. Check the energy rating. 6 Insulate.

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Save your energy for a green winter

Business Green

Smart meters are an easy way for businesses to understand how much energy they're using and to identify ways to reduce their consumption, explains Smart Energy GB. Smart meters are replacing traditional analogue energy meters throughout Britain, and are available for many small businesses.

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Dry Cleaning Sustainability: Getting Started Guide for Small Businesses

Green Business Bureau

Wet cleaning uses washers and dryers with biodegradable soaps as well as pressing machines to clean the clothing instead of harmful dry cleaning practices like using perc. It is biodegradable and has been tested dermatologically with very good results. Wet cleaning. Chemical replacement. Plastic and hangers .

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Sustainability Guide for General Contractors: Sustainable Construction and Renovations

Green Business Bureau

Now more than ever consumers are using their purchasing power to push companies to be more sustainable. Energy Usage and Electricity. Plumbing and Water Usage. Recycled Steel. Steel is one of the most common, and easiest materials to recycle in the world. Energy Efficiency and Electricity.