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VTT launches CO₂ conversion pilot plant in Finland to create sustainable plastics

VTT and LUT University have officially inaugurated a state-of-the-art CO₂ conversion pilot plant in Espoo, Finland.

Phytoremediation: A promising solution to combat microplastic pollution

Researchers have unveiled a novel and effective approach to addressing global microplastic pollution—phytoremediation.

Genetically engineered wood to revolutionise construction industry sustainability

University of Maryland researchers have genetically engineered wood that has the potential to transform sustainable construction.

Government action required: New report highlights the potential of net zero buildings

The CCC has published its 2024 Progress Report to Parliament, and the viability of net zero buildings is one of the top items on the agenda.

CATCO2NVERS: Creating added-value chemicals from bio-industrial CO2 emissions

The CATCO2NVERS project reduces greenhouse gas emissions through three catalytic processes and transform CO2 emissions into five chemicals.

Five major nations unite to strengthen science and technology collaborations

Chief Science Advisors from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US have pledged to boost science and technology collaborations.

3D concrete printing method could revolutionise sustainable construction

Experts at the University of Virginia have pioneered a new 3D concrete printing method that could transform sustainable construction.

Uber signs deal to bring 100,000 BYD electric cars to ridesharing platform

Uber has signed a deal with BYD that will see 100,000 electric vehicles introduced to the major ridesharing platform.

Revolutionising electronics: Advances in sustainable polymers

Discover how new sustainable polymers could revolutionise electronics, merging tech innovation with eco-consciousness.

Barcelona launches BYD electric bus trials on key routes

Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona (TMB) has launched tests of the BYD electric bus model B19, aiming to revolutionise urban transit.

Cirba Solutions launches CirbaSuite customer portal

CirbaSuite is an online portal for customers that provides security, ease of use and direct access to recycling batteries.

How is the UK responding to measures to reduce single-use plastics?

A new OIM study of restrictions on single-use plastics considers how businesses respond to regulations across the UK internal market.

Steel industry’s net zero drive could make lower-grade iron ore viable

A decarbonised steel industry that includes carbon dioxide removal techniques in its net zero arsenal could use lower-grade iron ore, according to a new...

EU launches €126.9m initiative to ‘Restore Our Ocean and Waters’

The EU has launched 26 new projects, backed by a €126.9m investment, under the ambitious EU Mission ‘Restore our Ocean and Waters'.

ISA: Working for the benefit of the ocean, marine wildlife, and humanity

The ISA discusses how the organisation protects the marine environment as we mine the seabed for critical materials.

Investigating the growing problem of plastic waste at crime scenes

A PhD student has been awarded a Churchill Fellowship grant to tackle the issue of plastic waste at crime scenes.

EU awards France €1.5bn to drive sustainable biomethane production

The European Commission has announced it has approved €1.5bn to support sustainable biomethane production in France.

Urban farming: Supporting sustainability in the agricultural sector

UK Urban Agritech’s (UKUAT) Founder and Chairman, Mark Horler, discusses their work and the world of urban farming.

Researchers advance game-changing method to recycle steel

Researchers at the University of Toronto have pioneered a huge breakthrough that can recycle steel scraps into a high-grade end product.

Canadian universities set to expand towards a bold, new research horizon

Dr Andrew P Dean of Lakehead University discusses the impact of Canada’s new membership in Horizon Europe on Canadian universities.

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