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Recycling Technologies Could Slash Construction's Climate Costs by 45%
A new study commissioned by the WWF shows that using ten readily available recycling technologies could reduce the cost of climate neutrality in the construction industry by up to 45 percent, decrease reliance on energy imports by up to 20 percent, and boost resilience to price fluctuations and supp...
Recycling Technologies Could Slash Construction's Climate Costs by 45%
A new study commissioned by the WWF shows that using ten readily available recycling technologies could reduce the cost of climate neutrality in the construction industry by up to 45 percent, decrease reliance on energy imports by up to 20 percent, and boost resilience to price fluctuations and supp...
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32% Bias Score
UK Faces Calls to Scrap VAT on Repaired Electronics
Ministers in the UK face calls to scrap VAT on repaired electronics to cut costs, reduce e-waste, and create a circular economy; this is backed by 25 organizations and could generate over 80,000 jobs by 2040.
UK Faces Calls to Scrap VAT on Repaired Electronics
Ministers in the UK face calls to scrap VAT on repaired electronics to cut costs, reduce e-waste, and create a circular economy; this is backed by 25 organizations and could generate over 80,000 jobs by 2040.
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36% Bias Score
Small Businesses Lead Circular Economy Shift
Small businesses are adopting circular economy models, such as EcoPost in Kenya turning plastic waste into fence posts and Repurpose in the US creating compostable tableware, resulting in environmental benefits and business growth.
Small Businesses Lead Circular Economy Shift
Small businesses are adopting circular economy models, such as EcoPost in Kenya turning plastic waste into fence posts and Repurpose in the US creating compostable tableware, resulting in environmental benefits and business growth.
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40% Bias Score
Plastic Waste Converted into Paracetamol Using Genetically Modified Bacteria
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh have developed a method to convert plastic waste into paracetamol using genetically modified E. coli bacteria, achieving a 90% conversion rate in under 24 hours at room temperature, reducing carbon emissions and offering a sustainable alternative to traditio...
Plastic Waste Converted into Paracetamol Using Genetically Modified Bacteria
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh have developed a method to convert plastic waste into paracetamol using genetically modified E. coli bacteria, achieving a 90% conversion rate in under 24 hours at room temperature, reducing carbon emissions and offering a sustainable alternative to traditio...
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44% Bias Score
Repurposing Smartphones: A Green Solution for Data Centers
Researchers have developed a method to transform discarded smartphones into low-cost micro data centers for various green applications, such as underwater marine life monitoring and public transportation optimization, addressing the issue of e-waste and increasing computing power sustainably.
Repurposing Smartphones: A Green Solution for Data Centers
Researchers have developed a method to transform discarded smartphones into low-cost micro data centers for various green applications, such as underwater marine life monitoring and public transportation optimization, addressing the issue of e-waste and increasing computing power sustainably.
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44% Bias Score
Christchurch Airport: A Model for Sustainable Aviation
Christchurch Airport, a New Zealand aviation hub, has slashed operational emissions by 92 percent since 2015 using geothermal heating, electric ground power, and electric vehicles, while actively pursuing solutions for aircraft emissions through electric planes, green hydrogen, and SAF, showcasing a...
Christchurch Airport: A Model for Sustainable Aviation
Christchurch Airport, a New Zealand aviation hub, has slashed operational emissions by 92 percent since 2015 using geothermal heating, electric ground power, and electric vehicles, while actively pursuing solutions for aircraft emissions through electric planes, green hydrogen, and SAF, showcasing a...
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24% Bias Score
EU's Plastic Pallet Reuse Targets: Environmental and Economic Risks Revealed
Independent studies commissioned by the European Plastics Converters (EuPC) reveal that mandatory reuse targets for plastic pallet packaging under the EU's PPWR would increase CO2 emissions by 35-1700% and add €4.9 billion in annual costs to eight key industrial sectors, undermining the circular eco...
EU's Plastic Pallet Reuse Targets: Environmental and Economic Risks Revealed
Independent studies commissioned by the European Plastics Converters (EuPC) reveal that mandatory reuse targets for plastic pallet packaging under the EU's PPWR would increase CO2 emissions by 35-1700% and add €4.9 billion in annual costs to eight key industrial sectors, undermining the circular eco...
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56% Bias Score
Spain's Circular Economy Plan: 24% Recycling Goal by 2030
Spain aims to make 24% of packaging materials recyclable and circular by 2030, a goal discussed at a Madrid circular economy event that highlighted the need for technological advancements and a shift towards value-added production models to reduce environmental impact and material dependency.
Spain's Circular Economy Plan: 24% Recycling Goal by 2030
Spain aims to make 24% of packaging materials recyclable and circular by 2030, a goal discussed at a Madrid circular economy event that highlighted the need for technological advancements and a shift towards value-added production models to reduce environmental impact and material dependency.
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24% Bias Score
Lithuanian City Saves Millions Using Fly Larvae to Process Food Waste
Vilnius, Lithuania, is using fly larvae to process 2,700 tonnes of its annual food waste, saving the city up to €2 million and creating various products, while regulatory hurdles in other countries like the UK prevent similar initiatives.
Lithuanian City Saves Millions Using Fly Larvae to Process Food Waste
Vilnius, Lithuania, is using fly larvae to process 2,700 tonnes of its annual food waste, saving the city up to €2 million and creating various products, while regulatory hurdles in other countries like the UK prevent similar initiatives.
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40% Bias Score
Spanish Startup Reuses Wine Production CO2, Wins Innovation Award
Orchestra Scientific, led by Cristina Sáenz de Pipaón, uses its technology to capture, purify, and reuse CO2 emitted during wine production, winning the Miguel Salís award for its innovation in energy transition and environmental impact.
Spanish Startup Reuses Wine Production CO2, Wins Innovation Award
Orchestra Scientific, led by Cristina Sáenz de Pipaón, uses its technology to capture, purify, and reuse CO2 emitted during wine production, winning the Miguel Salís award for its innovation in energy transition and environmental impact.
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36% Bias Score
Deconstruction: A Climate-Friendly Building Practice
Deconstruction, a method of dismantling buildings to salvage reusable materials, is gaining popularity as a climate-friendly alternative to demolition, reducing embodied carbon and diverting waste from landfills; however, it's 35-40% more expensive and adds time to projects.
Deconstruction: A Climate-Friendly Building Practice
Deconstruction, a method of dismantling buildings to salvage reusable materials, is gaining popularity as a climate-friendly alternative to demolition, reducing embodied carbon and diverting waste from landfills; however, it's 35-40% more expensive and adds time to projects.
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40% Bias Score
Circular Demolition in the Netherlands: Challenges and Opportunities
Gaby Foekens of Foekens Sloopcombinatie leads a fully circular demolition approach, reusing and upcycling materials, while the EIB questions the feasibility of achieving 100% circularity in 2050 due to financial constraints and the absence of mandatory regulations.
Circular Demolition in the Netherlands: Challenges and Opportunities
Gaby Foekens of Foekens Sloopcombinatie leads a fully circular demolition approach, reusing and upcycling materials, while the EIB questions the feasibility of achieving 100% circularity in 2050 due to financial constraints and the absence of mandatory regulations.
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40% Bias Score
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