Eco-Friendly

Six homes in Menifee, Calif., have been outfitted with the ability to tap energy from an electric vehicle to power home loads during both grid-tied and islanded (off-grid) conditions. This marks the first demonstration of vehicle-to-home technology for the mass market utilizing two purpose-built commercial products—a bidirectional charger and a mass market V2H-enabled SUV. The …

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 Qatar is advancing a broader strategy that blends advanced technology with skilled manpower to create a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment. By introducing environmentally friendly machinery and automated cleaning systems, the country is reducing its reliance on manual labour and enhancing the efficiency and lifespan of its waste management infrastructure. Director of the Public Cleanliness …

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In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers at Rice University have unveiled a powerful new technology for PFAS removal that could transform global water purification efforts. The innovative system not only captures these toxic ‘forever chemicals’ with record speed and efficiency but also destroys them safely – a feat that has eluded scientists for decades. Developed …

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In the quest for sustainable agriculture and safer farming practices, researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking innovation poised to revolutionize seed planting technology: a new class of biodegradable, nontoxic solid lubricants derived from cellulose. This novel lubricant promises to replace conventional materials like talc and microplastics, which have long been associated with health hazards for farmers …

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A researcher at the Electronics Research Center at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Yuliar Firdaus, is developing organic solar cells (OSCs), which are claimed to be more environmentally friendly and can be mass-produced. “Previous studies showed that OSC efficiency could exceed the theoretical limit of more than 22 percent if surface recombination could …

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