Green Roof Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Wish full thinking… Urban Planning in North America Most American Cities like to have a diverse, sustainable, and thriving city of neighborhoods as the economic and cultural driver for the region. In reality, these urban planners fall for nicely presented prestige projects that maybe have some green elements like bicycle storage, a solar panel, or […].

North America 52

North America Sustainability Technology Stormwater 52

Sunrun

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Layering solar cells Engineers can increase solar panel efficiency by adding layers to solar panels. These layers are made of materials that absorb other parts of sunlight that convert to electricity while, at the same time, allowing a good portion of sunlight to reach silicon layers underneath. This makes the overall construction of the panel more efficient without sacrificing the basic silicon panel.

Solar Power 46

Solar Power Construction Electricity Carbon 46

Green Tech Challenge

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Every year Maersk alone needs to get rid of 60.000 - 80.000 shipping containers that have become too worn out to safely function for shipping purposes. Discarding this amount of shipping containers, that are primarily made out of corten steel, is an enormous waste of resources. Iron is extrapolated by mining, which reduces local biodiversity and uses great amounts of water.

Upcycling 40

Upcycling Law Biodiversity Politics 40

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

OCTOBER 9, 2016

by Anjali Manghnani and Poonum Agrawal. WCS Talks is an annual TED Talks style event hosted by Women in Cleantech and Sustainability (WCS). This event aims to redefine the female experience in cleantech and sustainability by showcasing brilliant women and encouraging every woman to follow her dreams. WCS Talks was started in 2014 and in part motivated by the lack of cleantech events featuring female keynote speakers.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Policy Technology Energy 40

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

Energy

Sunrun

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Why Choose An Alternative Energy Source? Are you wondering why our country should even consider an alternative energy source when we’ve relied on the power of fossil fuels for hundreds of years, those used to make the coal, oil and gas that powers cars, factories and homes? These fuels meet the needs of most of the energy consumption throughout the world.

Fossil fuels 40

Fossil fuels Energy Energy Carbon-negative 40

Green Tech Challenge

OCTOBER 14, 2016

In Green Tech Challenge we love companies who want to make the world a better place. One of our participants sets out to do exactly this. They provide farmers in the Philippines a sustainable livelihood and the world with a super food to get healthier. Meet Roots Food - founded by Jacqueline Hansen and Daniel Alonso Van Camp! Foto: Mark Lau Moringa - the superfood Roots Food sells dried, organic Moringa leaves as powder and flakes.

Health 40

Health Organic Startups Sustainability 40

Green Tech Challenge

OCTOBER 7, 2016

This is definitely going to sound like an advertisement, but we are not sorry. Say hi to MATE bikes, participant in the GTC 2016! MATE Bikes is crowdfunding at INDIEGOGO right now. If you want to cash in a whopping 70 % discount on their bikes: Hurry up! The campaign ends at Sunday, the 9th of October. Now that we got that settled, let’s talk about what exactly MATE Bikes are.

Transportation 40

Transportation Cooling Electricity Pollution 40

Sunrun

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Solar PV energy is clean energy One main reason to opt for solar energy is knowing you’re doing something good for the environment. Unlike traditional energy sources, when PV solar panels create electricity, they don't emit harmful greenhouse gases, pollute groundwater or deplete any natural resources. In addition, you help protect the planet by cutting back on your dependence on nonrenewable energy.

Energy 40

Energy Energy Fossil fuels Pollution 40

Green Tech Challenge

OCTOBER 2, 2016

We’re proud to announce that we have received over 70 applications for this year’s GTC. As you read this, we’re selecting the 20 participants for 2016. Some of the participants have already secured themselves a spot in the sprint, simply because their business concepts are brilliant and have the potential to grow and make an impact globally. Meet “Too Good To Go” One of these brilliant participants is Too Good To Go.

Waste 40

Waste Waste Global warming Retail 40