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Measurement of persistent organic pollutants: Recent progress profiled

Envirotec Magazine

By Gauthier Eppe Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are toxic chemicals that pose a significant threat to human health and the environment. Widely used during the post-war industrial boom of the 1940s and ‘50s, many of the synthetic chemicals introduced were used in crop production and the manufacture of a range of household goods.

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ABB energizes Enlit with latest industry insights

Smart Energy International

Today, on the first day of Enlit Europe 2023 in Paris, ABB launches two industry reports, sharing insights on the key digitalization and sustainability trends that are shaping the energy transition. When done right, this can lead not only to cost and energy efficiencies, but also set business on an accelerated path to decarbonization.”

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AI doesn’t have to be a power hog

GreenBiz

AI doesn’t have to be a power hog. Indeed, AI is integral to all manner of technologies, ranging from autonomous vehicles to more informed disaster response systems to smart buildings and data collection networks monitoring everything from energy consumption to deforestation. . Heather Clancy.

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Flexidao to scale Google’s carbon-free energy tracking globally

Smart Energy International

Barcelona-headquartered digital solution provider Flexidao is collaborating with Google to track and validate its carbon-free energy portfolio across the globe. As part of this global rollout, Flexidao is streamlining data collection by identifying sources for electricity data from national data hubs, utility systems and grid operators.

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The nose that everyone knows

Envirotec Magazine

The digitization of visual information has been a transformative technology, an omnipresent feature of everyday life, and central to consumer products such as phones. Or they might be used to detect abnormal or hazardous gases in environmental monitoring, or to identify leakage in pipes to facilitate timely repair.

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How to Build an Eco-Friendly Home

The Environmental Blog

An eco-friendly house is designed with recycled materials, renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscapes. When constructed properly, it can help lessen pollution and allow you to enjoy savings on water and energy usage, and it can increase the value of your home. Choose Sustainable Building Materials And House Décor.

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Air Quality Monitoring Networks Support More Climate-Resilient Communities

Energy Innovation

This post is the fourth in a series titled “Real Talk on Reliability,” which will examine the reliability needs of our grid as we move toward 100 percent clean electricity and electrify more end-uses on the path to a climate stable future. It was written by Savannah M. Communities across the U.S. The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires the U.S.