In March 2022, the world collectively acknowledged the escalating threat of plastic pollution, prompting 175 countries to commit to drafting a comprehensive global treaty. After a year and a half of anticipation, the “zero draft” of this pivotal agreement has surfaced, presenting a detailed roadmap to address the plastic pollution [...]
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of West Virginia’s Ohio River valley, a phoenix is rising from the ashes of a once-thriving steel industry. The groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by Form Energy, a cutting-edge energy storage company, is shaping a new narrative for the community of Weirton. This transformative $760 million project, [...]
A paradigm-shifting collaboration between the Department of Energy and Bechtel National is poised to redefine nuclear waste treatment at the Hanford nuclear cleanup site in Washington state. This pioneering public-private partnership marks a substantial leap forward in addressing the challenges posed by both liquid and solid nuclear waste. The state-of-the-art [...]
In a world grappling with escalating water demand and climate-induced droughts, the race to secure water resources has intensified. Countries like the United States, Israel, and Australia are turning to massive desalination plants to meet their water needs, but these endeavors are not without controversy. Enter Capture6, a groundbreaking startup [...]
In the bustling city of Tokyo, Nanako Hama finds herself inundated with mail, not from secret admirers or pen pals, but from strangers across Japan. The curious packages contain locks of hair – a peculiar commodity that holds untapped potential. This isn’t a bizarre hobby, but rather a movement to [...]
In the face of a global crisis driven by plastic pollution, 4ocean has emerged as a beacon of hope, transcending conventional cleanup initiatives to embark on a multifaceted journey against the menace of ocean plastic. Recent revelations of 4ocean’s record-setting accomplishment – the removal of an astounding 30 million pounds [...]
In the vast ocean of environmental challenges, single-use plastics have emerged as a formidable adversary, permeating every aspect of our daily lives. The United Kingdom, recognizing the urgency of addressing this pervasive issue, embarked on regulatory measures in 2020 by banning specific single-use plastic products. Building upon this foundation, a [...]
In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, where every choice we make contributes to the well-being of the planet, innovations that streamline eco-friendly practices are met with enthusiasm. Ottawa, Canada, emerges as a hub of environmental ingenuity with TAGPod, a dispenser system designed by The Aggressive Good (TAG) that promises [...]
Plastic waste, an escalating global environmental crisis, has reached unprecedented levels, clogging landfills, and endangering marine ecosystems. Recognizing the urgency of addressing this menace, Peel NRE, a subsidiary of Peel L&P, is spearheading a transformative venture in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. Investing $24 million (£20 million), Peel NRE aims to construct [...]
Last November, a well-known department store brand John Lewis in the UK introduced the Circular Future Fund. This £1-million (US$1.2m) fund aimed to support inventive projects combatting the prevalent “throwaway” culture. Businesses, charities, social enterprises, and academic bodies were given a two-month window to submit their ideas, with the promise [...]
