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Pilot plant for recycling plastic lab waste is a UK first

Envirotec Magazine

A pilot plant on the University of Bath campus is said to be able to recycle up to 60% of plastic lab waste, to make back into new lab consumables. Currently, less than 1% of this waste is being recycled. Water usage is also minimised through recycling, further reducing the environmental impact.

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Energy saving innovations dominate Scottish Environment Business Awards

Envirotec Magazine

There were 12 winners at the annual “VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards” in Glasgow on Tuesday 1 November, recognising innovations including a system for using treated wastewater to provide heating, and a solution that empowers homeowners in striving for net zero. Engaging Scotland Award – The Highland Council.

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£80m boost to help UK businesses tackle carbon emissions

Envirotec Magazine

The UK government announced the disbursement of over £80 million funding on 28 June, intended to give a boost to a range of projects geared towards ditching fossil fuels in favour of cleaner energy sources. Projects include hydrogen-powered cornflake production and low-carbon Scottish whisky distillation. CCUS Innovation 2.0

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Durapower launches remote battery monitoring system

Charged

The DP Pulse ecosystem comprises four parts: a battery monitoring and management system; a charging management system; an energy monitoring system and a battery passport that contains information about its production, testing and recycling. Source: Durapower

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6 Straightforward Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly Business

The Environmental Blog

In an effort to protect the environment, more and more businesses are taking the necessary steps to become eco-friendly. If you’re wondering how to develop a more eco-friendly business and enjoy the benefits, consider the following six methods listed below. Use recyclable materials when possible. Renewable energy sources.

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The world’s first recyclable wind turbine blade is ready for commercial use

Renewable Energy World

The world’s first recyclable wind turbine blade is ready for commercial use. The first six of Siemens Gamesa’s 81-meter RecyclableBlades were produced at the company’s blade manufacturing plant in Aalborg, Denmark. The time to tackle climate emergency is now, and we need to do it in a holistic way.

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Meet the Startups Innovating in Experts’ Top Climatetech Areas for 2024

Greentown Labs

As analysts, investors, journalists, and other experts offer up their predictions for this year’s climatetech areas to watch, Greentown’s featuring just a sampling of our startup members innovating in these key categories. What are you predicting for this year of climate action and climatetech innovation? Let us know on LinkedIn!

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