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A Novel Approach to Reducing Global Warming: Capturing Water Vapor from Car Exhaust
- Capturing water vapor from car exhaust is a novel approach to reducing global warming.
- The scale of modern emissions can lead to a more intense water cycle and localized humidity or heat island effects.
- Instead of banning oil-based cars, focus should be on capturing water vapor and returning it to useful applications or safe underground reservoirs.
- Combining practical engineering with active land regeneration can lead to a greener future.
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Software Engineer quits Infosys to work on a Japanese brinjal farm, earns double the salary
- Venkatasamy Vignesh, a former Infosys software engineer, quit his job to take up farming in India but found better opportunities in Japan where he now works at a brinjal farm.
- Chennai-based Nihon Edutech in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry trains skilled workers in Japanese language, culture, etiquette, and technical training to place them in Japan.
- Vignesh, who used to earn close to Rs 40,000 a month at Infosys, now earns around Rs 80,000 after deducting taxes in Japan.
- He intends to return to India and use his experience to teach others about better farming practices and introduce innovative farming techniques.
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Fantastic Winning Photos from the 2024 Royal Entomological Society Photography Contest
- 1st Place: “Detailed Gnat Ogre” by Benjamin Salb (USA)
- The 2024 Royal Entomological Society Photography Contest unveiled the enchanting beauty of insects through amateur photographers’ eyes. Winning photos celebrate macro photography’s artistry, capturing stunning details of dragonflies and butterflies.
- 2nd Place: “Aphid Mummy with Braconid Wasp Cocoon” by Rupert Lees (UK)
- The contest also recognized outstanding photographs in various categories, including behavior, portraits, environment, smartphone, and under 18.
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SBP releases draft National Green Taxonomy for public consultation
- The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released the draft of the National Green Taxonomy for public consultation.
- The taxonomy aims to promote green finance and provide clarity to financial markets about green projects and activities.
- It will help mitigate climate-related financial risks and direct capital flows towards projects aligned with environmental and climate objectives.
- The draft taxonomy is open for public consultation until February 18, 2025.
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Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, will speak at the EU-Startups Summit 2025!
- Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, will speak at the EU-Startups Summit 2025 in Malta.
- ZeroNorth is a Copenhagen-based company focused on transforming global trade while maintaining profitability.
- Lora will deliver a keynote on scaling impact with an unconventional approach and discuss the role of technology and collaboration.
- She is involved in industry-wide sustainability initiatives and hosts the Navigating Zero podcast.
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Advancements in Hydrothermal Pretreatment: Pioneering Sustainable Practices for Biorefineries
- Hydrothermal pretreatment is a cutting-edge technology in biomass conversion that utilizes high-temperature water or steam to deconstruct lignocellulosic materials effectively.
- A bibliometric analysis reveals an upward trajectory of research efforts invested in hydrothermal pretreatment globally.
- China has become a beacon of research in this area, contributing 36.5% of the global hydrothermal pretreatment publications.
- Optimization of pretreatment conditions and integration of biorefinery processes stand out as crucial focus areas for researchers.
- Leading institutions such as the Chinese Academy of Sciences are playing a pivotal role in steering innovation in hydrothermal technologies.
- Hydrothermal processing offers environmental benefits as it relies solely on hot water or steam when compared to traditional chemical methods.
- Hydrothermal pretreatment is a breakthrough in efficiency and innovation required for a transition towards a bio-based economy that could mitigate dependence on fossil fuels.
- Collaboration between countries and institutions is crucial for the continued advancement of the hydrothermal pretreatment research.
- Researchers must operate with urgency as global demands for clean energy sources escalate.
- Hydrothermal pretreatment is a cornerstone of the transition towards a more sustainable, circular economy.
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Pedal power: Forest lands €15.3 million to expand sustainable e-bike fleet
- London-based shared bike operator, Forest, secured €15.3 million in funding to expand its e-bike fleet and support sustainable growth.
- The funding round includes a €11.8 million facility in Asset-Backed Finance from Fintex Capital.
- Forest aims to introduce three new e-bike types to its fleet and focus on long-term partnerships with cities and public transport providers.
- The company's operations are 'zero emission', powered by renewable energy, and it plans to achieve gender parity among its riders by 2027.
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Transparent Solar Panels: A Breakthrough In Renewable Energy
- Korean researchers at Incheon National University have developed the first fully transparent solar cell using nickel oxide and titanium dioxide semiconductors.
- The transparent solar panels have potential for integration into windows, buildings, and mobile phones.
- Integrating transparent panels into buildings and windows faces challenges due to discreet wiring and retrofitting requirements.
- However, integrating transparent solar cells into mobile devices may be more feasible with customized wiring and power management systems.
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Spectacular Nature-Winning Photos from the Fine Art Photography Awards 2024
- The Fine Art Photography Awards 2024 in the Amateur category feature stunning images that celebrate nature’s beauty.
- The first place winner is "FlowerDance" by Bea Berg.
- The second place winner is "Palm Tree Variations" by Jens Winkler.
- The third place winner is "FlowerDance" by Anastasia AS.
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Truths and misconceptions of renewable energies
- Renewable energy has varying levels of environmental impact, scalability, and sustainability across different technologies.
- Renewable energy sources include sunlight, wind, water, geothermal heat, and biomass, and are seen as infinite and cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels.
- Renewable energy advantages include reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, energy abundance and infinite supply, localised energy production, job creation and economic growth.
- Not all renewable energy sources are equally sustainable or free of environmental harm. Their adoption requires scrutiny over their true environmental footprint.
- Solar energy, while generating zero emissions during operation, requires significant energy to manufacture PV panels, often sourced from fossil fuels, and involves the extraction of rare metals that can cause toxic waste.
- Wind energy is among the cleanest forms of energy, but wind turbines can disrupt local ecosystems, produce noise and visual pollution, and turbine blades can be difficult to recycle, raising concerns over landfill waste.
- Hydropower is reliable and scalable, but large dams can cause significant environmental disruptions, including habitat destruction and displacement of local communities.
- Biomass energy utilises organic material but can be polluting. Burning biomass releases CO2 and other pollutants into the atmosphere. Unsustainable harvesting of wood or crops for fuel can harm biodiversity and compete with food production.
- Geothermal energy is clean, producing minimal emissions and consistent power output. However, it is location-dependent, viable only in regions with significant volcanic or tectonic activity.
- Renewable energy scalability and sustainability depend on addressing challenges like energy storage, proper resource management, land use and biodiversity, cost and infrastructure.
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