Emirati investment firm Kazar has committed to a $2.5 billion investment in a major hybrid renewable energy project in Egypt. Located in the Zafarana region, this ambitious initiative aims to generate a total of 3.1 gigawatts (GW) of power, combining both solar and wind energy. The project, which will be a key component of Egypt’s […]
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Baker Hughes, a leading energy technology company, has joined forces with the University of California, Berkeley, to establish the Baker Hughes Institute for Decarbonization Materials. This new institute, housed within UC Berkeley’s College of Chemistry, is set to be a pioneering center for research aimed at advancing materials science to support global decarbonization efforts. A […]
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The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) has successfully secured $64 billion in investments aimed at green hydrogen production, marking a significant step towards its goal of becoming a global leader in sustainable energy. The investments, formalized through 12 agreements, will enable the production of 18 million tons of green hydrogen annually. This move is a […]
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Italian state-owned railway company Ferrovie dello Stato (FS) is embarking on a significant renewable energy initiative with a €1.3 billion investment in a large-scale photovoltaic project. The plan, which was revealed by CEO Stefano Donnarumma, aims to produce 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar energy by 2029, meeting 19% of the rail operator’s energy demands. By […]
Continue ReadingIn this blog post, Taylor Craft discusses the use of GPS tracking and satellite imagery to uncover the lives of Black-tailed Godwits in the Senegal Delta. You can read their latest study, published alongside co-authors, here. A pressing challenge The landscapes of the endangered continental Black-tailed Godwit face increasing pressures at nearly every key site […]
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In a groundbreaking achievement, researchers at Dalhousie University have developed a new type of lithium-ion battery capable of lasting over 5 million miles (8 million kilometers). This impressive longevity was made possible through a novel design that features a single crystal electrode, enabling the battery to endure more than 20,000 charge-discharge cycles while retaining 80% […]
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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its first battery recycling plant, a significant step towards advancing sustainable practices in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. The new facility, located in Germany, is designed to recycle up to 96% of the materials in used lithium-ion batteries, setting a new benchmark for recycling efficiency. This development marks a key milestone in […]
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Canadian agriculture is increasingly embracing circular economy principles, an approach that prioritizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and waste reduction. By shifting toward these innovative practices, farmers and agribusinesses are addressing some of the sector’s most pressing challenges, while opening up new economic opportunities and contributing to long-term environmental sustainability. Understanding Circular Economy in Agriculture At its […]
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In recent months, catastrophic floods in Europe, particularly in Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, and Spain, have highlighted the devastating impacts of extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change. These disasters, which resulted in over 220 fatalities, have raised urgent questions about how cities can better prepare for and mitigate such catastrophic flooding. Experts […]
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Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has secured a $15 billion conditional loan guarantee from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) to fund major renewable energy and infrastructure projects across California. The funding will support PG&E’s efforts to modernize its energy grid, enhance grid reliability, and promote the adoption of clean energy […]
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