First-ever hydrogen-powered cargo ship to revolutionize global shipping
ABB and Samskip introduce the world's first ocean container ships powered by a hydrogen fuel cell distribution system
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JJ Shavit
- Oct 21
Groundbreaking discovery makes organic solar cells significantly more efficient
Solar energy stands at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions and could meet global energy demands with minimal environmental impact
JJ Shavit
- Oct 10
These lightweight solar panels are a quantum leap forward in sustainable energy
Bila Solar showcased a design poised to reshape the potential of solar energy applications, especially in traditionally "challenging" cases
JJ Shavit
- Sep 21
Game-changing new glass is 10x more crack resistant than current options
In a world increasingly concerned with sustainable living and eco-friendly choices, LionGlass is nothing short of revolutionary.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 13
The Future of Sushi? 3D-Printed Vegan Seafood
The use of 3D printing technology using sustainable alternative protein sources can potentially aid in resolving global food challenges.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 26
Groundbreaking biodegradable film keeps food fresh for longer
A derivative of limonene from citrus rind, blended with chitosan, a biopolymer from exoskeletons of crustaceans
JJ Shavit
- Jun 20
Scientists develop clean, sustainable fuels made ‘from thin air’ and plastic waste
Researchers developed a solar-powered reactor that converts captured CO2 and plastic waste into sustainable fuels and other chemicals.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 13
Researchers develop sustainable technology to harvest solar power in space
Researchers are working on sustainable technology to harvest solar power in space – which could supplement life support systems on the Mars
JJ Shavit
- Jun 2
New home constructed with flexible partition walls can transform to meet resident needs
The project invites visitors to step into a home constructed around principles of affordability, sustainability, flexibility and adaptation.
JJ Shavit
- May 13
Rooftop solar panels could power the needs of 35% of US manufacturers
Findings indicate that, depending on the season, rooftop solar systems could wholly meet the power needs of 35% of US manufacturing sector.
JJ Shavit
- May 11
Scientists discover a way to create energy out of thin air
New development in sustainable energy research has led scientists to discover a way to create energy from thin air. Literally.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 30
Sustainable urban lighting: Scientists create light-emitting plants
Using specialized nanoparticles embedded in plant leaves, MIT engineers have created a light-emitting plant that can be charged by an LED.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 17
Breakthrough quantum material delivers major advances in processor speed
This discovery is significant in the field of quantum materials and could pave the way for energy-efficient and ultra-fast computers.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 25
The future of sustainable mining: CO2 used to access critical minerals
As the world moves to low-carbon energy technologies, the demand for critical minerals such as lithium, nickel, and cobalt is increasing.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 19
Scientists develop the first-ever eco-friendly, biodegradable, biorecyclable glass
Researchers have developed an eco-friendly glass of biological origin made from biologically derived amino acids or peptides.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 11
Researchers discover how to generate electricity out of thin air
A new development in sustainable energy research has led Australian scientists to discover a way to create energy from thin air. Literally.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 21
Solar-powered reactor converts plastics and CO2 into sustainable fuels
Researchers have developed a system that can transform plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and other valuable products
JJ Shavit
- Jan 20
Solar-powered reactor converts plastic and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels
Researchers have developed a system that can transform plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and other products.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 2, 2022
Turning wastewater into fertilizer is feasible and will make agriculture more sustainable
The wastewater draining from massive pools of sewage sludge has the potential to play a role in more sustainable agriculture.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 15, 2022
First-of-its-kind 3D-printed home blends concrete, wood
Our hybrid construction approach creates a building system that is structurally efficient, easily replicable and materially responsive.
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