Homes and larger structures contribute significantly to global warming. According to a recent US EPA report, the commercial and residential building sector generated 11% of the total US greenhouse gas emissions in 2016. A Canadian government paper cited 2015 statistics showing buildings... Read More
Construction, Development & Real Estate, Eco-Innovation, Environment & Climate
In the modern era, solar panels are increasingly more affordable and they save you money, protect the environment, and increase home value. This blog post goes over the top reasons to invest in solar in detail. ... Read More
Don't overlook SMEs, small and medium enterprises, which use business decisions to shape the direction of environmental sustainability and human rights. These leaders and entrepreneurs are embedded in the communities they serve and help form the foundation of our... Read More
Eco-Innovation, Fair Trade, Finance & The Social Economy, Investment
Facing backlash, a landmark experiment in Sweden has been put on hold. ... Read More
New for 2021, the ECO Community Impact Award was created to recognize positive contributions to the environment around the country. The award will recognize individuals or groups who have displayed a dedication to environmental advocacy, sustainable initiatives, and environmental skill and... Read More
ABB is a global leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering the environmental impact. Synchronous condensers from ABB ensure efficient and reliable operation of power grids through reactive power... Read More
A new method to molecularly deconstruct polyethylene could see the most commonly used form of plastic transformed it into higher-value, widely used chemical compounds. Many plastic products are intended for single or short-term use — most are not recycled. Efforts to improve the... Read More
Drones have become an important tool for climate, conservation, and social justice work by empowering local people with access to important data. ... Read More
Engineering Professor Kim Pickering has been awarded $10.9 million in Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Endeavour funding to explore a circular economy concept created for the Aotearoa New Zealand context — shaped by the philosophies and values of both founding... Read More
Construction, Development & Real Estate, Eco-Innovation, Energy
Aluminium recycling has received a boost through new research into the effects of crystallisation. Researcher Dr Biao Cai from the University of Birmingham’s School of Metallurgy and Materials used sophisticated high-speed X-ray imaging to record the formation of microcrystals... Read More