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UK project will use AI plus microbes to unlock higher biogas production

Envirotec Magazine

It’s used to treat waste, reduce landfill emissions, and generate renewable energy through biogas. For example, more waste can be turned into valuable forms of energy and transportation can be reduced.” Microbes convert materials into soluble substances, which are then transformed into gases like methane.

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Startups to watch: Innovate UK announces sustainability accelerator programme

Envirotec Magazine

The 13 companies are: Achelous Energy – Generating 100% carbon-free energy, 24-hours a day, from fast flowing rivers. ALP Technologies – Delivering cheaper, more efficient and more effective energy to developing and low income countries through intelligent batteries. Described by Google as ‘the next big unicorn.’.

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Carbon-capturing glasshouses grow greener tomatoes, says firm

Envirotec Magazine

An opportunity to invest in the project has just been launched by Abundance Investment, a UK-based ethical investment crowdfunding platform. The CO2 from the gas boiler is captured and used by the tomato plants for photosynthesis and it also helps with pest control, says the firm.

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Xavier Creative House: An Award Winning Sustainable Marketing Agency Supporting the Healthcare Industry

Green Business Bureau

In 2020, XCH implemented continuous monitoring of PCs and other electronics to make immediate adjustments to conserve energy. This initiative was made visible to XCH’s employees who participate in a quarterly energy audit with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). For instance: Inc.

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The unexpected arboretum: CSUSM benefits from sustainable approach to water and environmental management

Green Technology

That’s important, because the Masterplan emphasizes CSUSM’s position as an active leader in sustainability and makes clear not just the moral and ethical case for sustainability, but also the business case: saving money and providing educational and research opportunities for students.

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Bearing and seal maker shares net-zero manufacturing journey

Envirotec Magazine

Reaching Net Zero operations by 2050 will require huge changes in industrial practices – such as how we use energy and source raw materials – but despite all the challenges, the target is achievable writes Rob Jenkinson. As such, it has an ethical imperative to adopt practices that lead to carbon neutrality. This is a tough challenge.

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Will sweat help us survive climate change?

Grist

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. That’s not ethical.” It is getting to the point that life is dangerous without air-conditioning. That posed a problem for the manufacturers.