Mr. Sustainability

MARCH 1, 2021

Creating a circular European battery industry Summary - Northvolt has partnered with Hydro to establish a first-of-its-kind battery recycling facility. The recycling plant will be established as a green field development, under a joint venture named Hydro Volt, and come online in 2021 in Fredrikstad, outside of Oslo. Brace yourself.

Recycling 78

Recycling Recycling Batteries Electric vehicle 78

Mr. Sustainability

MARCH 1, 2021

Creating a circular European battery industry Summary - Northvolt has partnered with Hydro to establish a first-of-its-kind battery recycling facility. The recycling plant will be established as a green field development, under a joint venture named Hydro Volt, and come online in 2021 in Fredrikstad, outside of Oslo. Brace yourself.

Recycling 78

Recycling Recycling Batteries Electric vehicle 78

The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

Whether that energy is turned into renewable fuels or clean electricity, it can reduce carbon emissions and resource depletion. From waste segregation to state-of-the-art WTE plants, innovative technology is helping transform trash into valuable resources. They can also adapt to new input streams and contamination levels.

Waste 195

Waste Waste Technology Energy Monitor 195

AGreenLiving

JANUARY 28, 2022

The win gives credit to Cosentino, the company behind the innovative quartz surface, but the product is a win for consumers and the environment , too. The resulting material, Silestone® Sunlit Days, is a hybrid formulation of mineral raw materials, such as quartz and recycled ingredients. Cosentino Images via Cosentino .

Carbon-neutral 36

Carbon-neutral Innovation Carbon Recycled materials 36

Business Green

APRIL 5, 2022

Even toy cars are joining the electric vehicle (EV) revolution , with Mattel this week unveiling the first mass market toy line to be certified as 'carbon neutral' featuring zero emission toy cars and EV charging stations. Launch of Mega Bloks Green Town range aims to encourage sustainable behaviours in children from an early age.

Carbon-neutral 70

Carbon-neutral Electric vehicle Carbon Plastics 70

Business Green

DECEMBER 1, 2022

New analysis from Bain & Company suggests recycled materials could play dominant role in auto industry supply chains. The European auto industry could slash emissions and drastically reduce its exposure to resource security risks by embracing recycled materials and circular business models.

Building Energy Monitoring 69

Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring Recycled materials Automotive 69

Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A new waste incinerator is claimed to be “turning heads” in the recycling and waste processing world because of its ability to process previously unrecyclable materials and its efficiency in using the exhaust heat generated by a vortex to produce electricity, district heating and food production.

Waste 130

Waste Waste IoT Recycling 130

GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Research shows that having a diverse workforce not only drives innovation and market growth , but also underscores the significant risks of perpetuating inequities when people of color are left out of creating the products and services we all use. . I caught up with her recently to talk about technology innovation and environmental education.

Education 388

Education Innovation Organic Technology 388

Business Green

MARCH 17, 2020

New district heating scheme to provide low carbon heat to nearly 2,000 homes, while 22,000 will benefit from greener electricity. The Recycling and Energy Recovery Facility (RERF), operated by Veolia on behalf of Leeds City Council, was opened in 2016 in support of the city's zero waste goals.

Waste 97

Waste Waste Carbon Recycled materials 97

Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

In order to limit the negative environmental impact, prudent businesses are seeking ways to address the top environmental issues in the construction industry: Improper waste disposal and management with very little recycling. Long-distance sourcing of materials that contribute to extensive transportation emissions. In the U.S.,

Construction 148

Construction Sustainability Waste Waste 148

Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 23, 2022

Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022 were announced on 23 June at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam. Launched in 2017, the awards have witnessed a dramatic and inspirational rise in the circular use of plastics through increased recycling and recyclability over the last the five years, said the organisers.

Plastics 264

Plastics Recycling Recycling Europe 264

Business Green

DECEMBER 22, 2022

What will it take to get to 'car-to-car' recycling? After a pandemic-induced hiatus, auto shows have returned with a newfound focus on the inevitable electric future of the automotive industry, and this year's Paris Motor Show was no different. A new model for automotive circularity.

Automotive 44

Automotive Carbon-neutral Incubators Incubators 44

Business Green

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The programme is run by Amazon alongside the European climate innovation hub EIT Climate-KIC and UK-based climate NGO WRAP. This expert support will be invaluable for many start-ups at a critical time in their development and help to fast-track our next generation of sustainability innovators.

Sustainability 36

Sustainability Recycling Recycling Innovation 36

Grist

JANUARY 8, 2021

Because wind turbine blades are very large and sturdy, Nagle and her colleagues at the Re-Wind project are hoping they can be repurposed for electrical transmission towers, bridges, and more. Others, like General Electric, are using old turbine blades to cook up new materials. Unfortunately, in the U.S.

Recycling 145

Recycling Recycling Waste Waste 145

Greentown Labs

MARCH 21, 2023

Eighteen startups joined our community in the first months of 2023, working on innovations as diverse as an ammonia-based energy system, sneakers made from food waste, and nano-filters that reduce energy consumption in chemical separations. We’re thrilled to support these groundbreaking climatetech startups—let us introduce you!

Startups 52

Startups Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 52

Business Green

AUGUST 5, 2020

The programme, launched in 2013, was designed to drive a more circular economy and encourage reuse and repair across a number of priority areas, including food, textiles, plastics, electricals, chemicals, healthcare, and the built environment.

Waste 84

Waste Waste Policy Building Energy Monitoring 84

Business Green

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

More than 155,000 tonnes of waste electricals end up in British household bins every year, according to research by non-profit Material Focus, while 32,000 tonnes are illegally exported. Most electronic devices are recyclable and contain valuable and reusable materials.

Waste 62

Waste Waste Retail Recycling 62

Smart Energy International

JANUARY 16, 2023

Engaging consumers with their energy consumption has proved notoriously challenging but the rise of smartphones with their apps has opened a path to bring new innovations to this and other activities. Gamification is one such innovation and has been introduced by E.ON Innovation, describes as a “fantastic result”.

Energy Monitor 52

Energy Monitor Home Energy Monitoring Technology Energy 52

Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 10, 2022

In some regions, lack of access to natural resources and basic necessities such as water or reliable electricity is a major impediment to profitability and growth. Engineering, including product design, materials, and end-of-life management (e.g. the product’s reuse and recycling potential). Sustainability Innovation.

Business Energy Monitoring 158

Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring 158

Business Green

AUGUST 5, 2020

The programme, launched in 2013, was designed to drive a more circular economy and encourage reuse and repair across a number of priority areas, including food, textiles, plastics, electricals, chemicals, healthcare, and the built environment.

Waste 53

Waste Waste Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring 53

Business Green

JUNE 9, 2021

Defra has just closed two mammoth consultations on policies designed to address that market failure to increase recycling rates from 45 per cent where they have stagnated for the past decade. Recycling and reprocessing materials into new products is far less carbon intensive than using virgin material.

Investment 58

Investment Recycling Recycling Climate change 58

AGreenLiving

JUNE 26, 2020

Designed by Billings-based architecture firm Cushing Terrell , Stockman Bank’s Missoula location boasts energy-efficient and energy-saving systems throughout, from high-performance glass and solar arrays to an innovative on-site rainwater system that provides 100% of average annual water use for toilet and urinal flushing.

Solar Power 28

Solar Power Recycled materials Recycling Recycling 28

Business Green

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The sustainable business group has this morning published two reports setting out its vision for how the government can scale up clean tech innovation, roll out enabling infrastructure, and accelerate the low carbon investment that can transform the country's manufacturing sector from climate laggard to leader.

Policy 68

Policy Government Carbon Investment 68

GreenBiz

JANUARY 11, 2021

In 2014, the electrical engineer and MBA became the first woman to lead a U.S. As electric vehicles drive toward the mainstream, General Motors has come full circle as well. It mass-produced the first electric car in the 1990s, then literally crushed most of them in 2003. and globally by 2040. and Canadian cities.

Sustainability 523

Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor 523

Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2023

Entrants in the final furlong include an on-demand clothing manufacturing technology that eliminates 20 billion unsold garments each year, 100% compostable protective packaging that replaces single use plastic, and an Oxford University spin-out that changes the way valuable metallic resources are mined, refined, recycled, and processed.

Innovation 130

Innovation Energy Monitor Building Energy Monitoring Home Energy Monitoring 130

Greentown Labs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Active Surfaces is working to make these innovations possible. DRINKICKS DrinKicks is developing sneakers made from food waste and recycled materials in an effort to engage the sneaker-enthusiast community in circularity. It’s been a very good acceleration pathway.”

Startups 120

Startups Carbon-negative Fossil fuels Plastics 120

Sustainability Consulting

JANUARY 5, 2022

A shift in consumption More industries are learning how they can better incorporate reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling current materials and products within their business model. They also support Fair Trade and livable wage efforts and are extremely transparent about their efforts to fight for a more sustainable world.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor Building Energy Monitoring 52

AGreenLiving

APRIL 16, 2020

The innovative design is completely self-sustaining , meaning that it does not require outside sewage, electrical or water systems. .” According to the IO House team, The Space was designed to be the ultimate abode when it comes to futuristic living.

Recycled materials 28

Recycled materials Recycling Recycling Solar Power 28

R-Squared Energy

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Following my recent article – Lead-Acid Batteries Are On A Path To Extinction – I received an email from Battery Council International (BCI), the trade association for lead battery manufacturers, recyclers and suppliers. To summarize my view, I agree that the recycling issue must be addressed. jobs and make a $ 26.3 They agreed.

Lithium 60

Lithium Building Energy Monitoring Home Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring 60

The Verge: Energy

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Every major tire manufacturer globally is raising its game — not only in terms of performance in the face of bigger, heavier electric cars but also in terms of environmental impact. Renewable materials are finding their way into modern tires, and there’s even greener rubber on the horizon, too. Chief among them?

Building Energy Monitoring 123

Building Energy Monitoring North America Energy Monitor Business Energy Monitoring 123

Business Green

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Countries, cities, and innovative technologies among the winners of the inaugural Earthshot Prize. We need businesses, leaders, innovators, and communities to take action. The first Earthshot Prize was awarded to five winners at yesterday's awards ceremony at Alexandra Palace in London.

Waste 36

Waste Waste Innovation Recycled materials 36

AGreenLiving

JULY 26, 2021

Builders are leaning into innovative designs and material development to curb the environmental impact through sustainable architecture. In addition, steel won’t succumb to damage-causing bugs such as termites, and it’s a material that can be reused or recycled. Affordable solar panels are another add-on option.

Sustainability 28

Sustainability Construction Recycling Recycling 28

Climate Tech VC

AUGUST 28, 2023

We hope that this is kind of like “knowing a guy” who knows their way around the NYCW early-stage climate innovation ecosystem. Of course, programming spans well beyond early-stage innovation. Well, the public events… sorry!) Check out the official website for a selection of broader event programming. Let us know

Building Energy Monitoring 52

Building Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor Home Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 52

Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

In some regions, lack of access to basic necessities such as water or reliable electricity is a major impediment to profitability and growth. Engineering, including product design, materials, and end-of-life management (e.g. the product’s reuse and recycling potential). Waste Reduction: recyclable materials and food waste.

Business Energy Monitoring 78

Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring 78

Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

In some regions, lack of access to basic necessities such as water or reliable electricity is a major impediment to profitability and growth. Engineering, including product design, materials, and end-of-life management (e.g. the product’s reuse and recycling potential). Waste Reduction: recyclable materials and food waste.

Business Energy Monitoring 78

Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring 78

Business Green

MARCH 17, 2022

In its latest report , the National Infrastructure Commission said 2021 had been "a year of slow progress" across a number of briefs, including heating decarbonisation, recycling, energy efficiency, and electric vehicle charge points.

Policy 40

Policy Carbon Government Recycling 40

Business Green

MAY 4, 2020

Under McKinsey's ‘best-case scenario' - one where the transport and power sectors are rapidly weaned off fossil fuels - the road transportation sector, which currently accounts for 15 per cent of carbon dioxide emissions, would rapidly migrate to electric vehicles (EVs) powered by a mix of batteries and hydrogen power cells.

Fossil fuels 58

Fossil fuels Agriculture Transportation Hydrogen 58