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Kwasi Kwarteng says biomass wood imports are “not sustainable”

Envirotec Magazine

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng told a private meeting of MPs this week that Drax’s imports of US-made wood pellets to be burnt for energy are “not sustainable” He added that it “doesn’t make sense” and told MPs the government had not fully investigated the sustainability of burning wood pellets, a type of biomass.

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Amazon, Google, Microsoft and the climate cloud

GreenBiz

All of them are using their artificial intelligence prowess and analytics power to help companies such as BP, Chevron and ExxonMobil continue exploration and extraction. When I asked Microsoft Chief Environmental Officer Lucas Joppa about this tension last year, he told me that changes won't happen overnight.

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Industry Insight on Egypt – Emerging Power in Green Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel News

With its bountiful resources and strategic position, the country aims to cement its place as a leader in the clean energy transition. This ambition sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, each aspect contributing to the blueprint of a sustainable energy future.

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How Modern Poultry Farming Practices Contribute to a Sustainable Environment

The Environmental Blog

On the other hand, climate-controlled environments enhance the well-being of the birds and reduce energy usage by optimizing temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Energy Consumption Modern poultry farms have taken substantial strides in energy conservation. Poultry farms are also using renewable energy.

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Biomass Energy: Pros and Cons Explained

Hydrogen Fuel News

As the quest for sustainable energy intensifies, biomass emerges as a pivotal player in the arena of renewable resources. This exploration into the realm of biomass energy untangles the complexities and delves into its multifaceted nature, uncovering the potential of plant-based and waste-derived materials as alternative sources of power.

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Green Hydrogen Production Diverse Impact on Energy, Industry and Marine Life

Hydrogen Fuel News

The recent strides in green hydrogen production have brought about a sea change in our approach to sustainable energy. The latter has the potential to rejuvenate oxygen-deprived ‘dead zones’ in our oceans, thereby fostering biodiversity and ecological balance.

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Enel’s primary substations set for ‘sustainable’ facelift

Smart Energy International

Chilean architecture company Umwelt’s ‘New Energies’ project has been selected as the winner in the design challenge for new primary substations from 2025 on. In this way it is intended to be versatile and to meet the need to modernise the electrical infrastructure with a sustainable footprint throughout its lifecycle. Have you read?