The European Union's building sector, responsible for 40% of total energy consumption, is undergoing a critical transformation to meet the 2050 climate neutrality goals.
Researchers have discovered that coal ash, a waste product from coal-fired power plants, contains valuable rare earth elements crucial for green technologies, potentially turning an industrial liability into a strategic asset.
Scientists have discovered a vast genetic treasure of unseen ocean microbes, offering potential solutions to global health and environmental challenges.
In a move that revives a dormant nuclear site, Constellation Energy plans to restart the Three Mile Island Unit 1 reactor, aligning with DOE findings that encourage expanding nuclear capacity at existing and retired sites.
In a major step towards eco-friendly transportation, 38 golf clubs across Ireland will soon install charging stations as part of a government initiative. Supported by the Shared Island Initiative and ZEVI, this program aims to enhance sustainability in sports while driving Ireland's transition to a low-carbon future.
This incident, the second major PFAS spill in two months, underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the Department of Defense in managing and remediating hazardous substances from legacy systems.
A surge of medical waste, including syringes and feminine hygiene products, has forced widespread beach closures from Delaware to Virginia, sparking a major response from over 60 state and federal agencies.
A hidden menace is silently infiltrating our groundwater, posing challenges for water management professionals and treatment facilities. Recent research has uncovered a steady increase in a persistent "forever chemical" that could reshape the landscape of water treatment and environmental monitoring.
The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions through advanced GHG emissions monitoring, sustainable investment products, and energy efficiency upgrades while fostering a culture of sustainability among its employees.
STADLER Anlagenbau GmbH, a longtime leader in recycling technologies, has teamed up with environmental startup everwave to launch SortX, the world’s first mobile sorting container. This innovative system, debuting in September 2024, aims to tackle plastic pollution directly at its source by bringing sorting capabilities to remote river cleanup sites.
Eskom has achieved a milestone in its Masibambisane Air Quality Offset (AQO) project, aimed at reducing harmful indoor emissions and improving the quality of life for low-income households near its Mpumalanga power stations.
As Miami's commuters grapple with ever-increasing traffic, an innovative startup is planning to chart a new course through the city's waterways. E-LIXR aims to revolutionize urban transportation with its electric-powered water taxi service, offering a sustainable and scenic alternative to gridlocked streets.
As clean drinking water continues to be a global challenge, Xatoms is introducing a novel solution: purifying water with light. The company’s advanced photocatalysts—minute, powder-like materials—are engineered to break down harmful contaminants like bacteria and pesticides. When exposed to sunlight or artificial light, these materials convert polluted water into safe drinking water, without requiring complex infrastructure.
In a world grappling with rising carbon emissions and malnutrition, scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking method to produce vitamin B9, or folate, using renewable energy and CO2. This cutting-edge approach provides a sustainable source of essential nutrients and reduces traditional food production's environmental footprint.
Envision Energy has announced a $1 billion partnership with the Spanish government and industry leaders with a collaboration aiming to create Europe's first integrated green hydrogen net zero industrial park. The move would position Spain as a powerhouse in the continent's race towards a sustainable energy future when it breaks ground in 2026.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $3.2 million in research grants to Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University to investigate PFAS contamination in agriculture. These studies will focus on understanding how PFAS chemicals accumulate in crops and livestock and explore innovative strategies for reducing exposure, ensuring the sustainability and health of farming communities nationwide.
Explore the risks of improper wastewater treatment and discover how sustainability leaders turn wastewater management into a valuable resource for businesses.
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E+E Leader's eBook explores carbon accounting's role in compliance, sustainability, and stakeholder expectations, and when to adopt advanced tools for emissions tracking.
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