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Waste heat reuse and CO2-neutral energy supply concept among winners of German energy efficiency awards

Envirotec Magazine

The following have been recognised for their achievements: The building materials manufacturer, Adolf Gottfried Tonwerke GmbH , together with the technology provider, Orcan Energy AG , in the Energy Transition 2.0 category, for exploiting previously unused waste heat from two furnaces for electricity generation.

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Majority of companies to miss net-zero targets, analysis shows

Envirotec Magazine

Many companies in carbon-intensive industries — such as oil and gas and chemicals — have set net-zero target dates of or close to 2050, while many in services sectors aim for around 2035. Solutions differ by industry and company, and all have different starting points, opportunities and challenges.

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Sustainable Facilities Forum 2023 Leadership Award Winners

Green Technology

Green Technology’s Leadership Awards aim to recognize and honor individuals, organizations, and institutions that have made significant contributions to advancing sustainability efforts and reducing carbon footprints in various sectors. The kinetic nature of the building enables a more verdant and calming environment.

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“Devastating water leak” drives move to improve sustainability, says chemistry research group

Envirotec Magazine

An organic chemistry research group, the Maulide Group at the University of Vienna has described how a devastating water leak in a nearby chemistry laboratory prompted them to search for alternative, water-free, options to Liebig condensers for refluxing. This also reduces our energy consumption within the lab.

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Top tips to perfect your co-generation performance

Envirotec Magazine

Whether combusting biogas in the food waste recycling market or as part of blended energy programmes for some of the world’s largest manufacturing organisations, CHP is fast-emerging as a key part of our future energy landscape. The technology is equally suited to new-build and retrofit applications, for engines in the 150kW-2MW range.

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A contamination conundrum

Envirotec Magazine

The announcement appeared to draw condemnation from environmental groups and neighbouring countries, while support was forthcoming from both the US and the International Atomic Energy Authority (IAEA). The damage to the reactors meant the water used to cool them became contaminated, a problem that is ongoing. The wastewater.

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Will sweat help us survive climate change?

Grist

As the body tries to cool down, blood vessels widen, redirecting hot blood from the core of your body toward the surface. If a widespread power outage hit Phoenix during a heat wave and lasted for days, it could kill thousands and send half the city to the emergency room, according to a recent study.