The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) has made history by becoming the first airport in the region to utilize Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for a departing flight. The fuel, produced from Minnesota-grown camelina by Montana Renewables, marks a significant step towards reducing the environmental impact of air travel.
The UAE has launched the third edition of its FoodTech Challenge, a competition designed to identify and support innovative solutions to global food security challenges. The competition will focus on food and water, food and energy, and food loss and waste, awarding $2 million in prize money and providing valuable support to winning startups.
DairyX Foods Ltd. is transforming the dairy industry with its revolutionary precision fermentation technology. The food-tech start-up has successfully created authentic casein micelles, the building blocks of dairy products, without the need for cows. This breakthrough enables manufacturers to produce delicious and creamy dairy products without the environmental impact and ethical concerns associated with traditional dairy farming.
Altair, a leader in computational intelligence, is partnering on the PIVOT project to create lighter, more sustainable vehicle components using 100% recycled aluminum. Their AI-powered technology will enable the production of cast aluminum structures that are up to 30% lighter and boast 95% less embedded carbon emissions.
Emeren Group, a leading global solar project developer, has successfully connected a 4.5 MW solar power plant at Luxshare iTech in China. This project marks Emeren’s first to integrate a solar PV carport and EV charging station, showcasing its commitment to innovative renewable energy solutions. The partnership with Luxshare, a major electronics manufacturer, highlights both companies’ dedication to sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
A new report reveals Gen Z’s deep concern about water issues and their impact on the future. The research highlights their worry about clean water availability, pollution, and the influence of climate change on their lives. Notably, this concern transcends political and regional boundaries, unifying Gen Z across party lines and regions in their call for action on water conservation and climate change mitigation.
Ecolab, a global sustainability leader, has been recognized by The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) with the 2024 ELC Corporate Award for its outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The award acknowledges Ecolab’s dedication to fostering an inclusive corporate culture and embedding DEI into all aspects of its operations.
JA Solar, a leading solar panel manufacturer, and One Stop Warehouse (OSW), Australia’s top solar distributor, have signed a significant agreement to expand their partnership globally. This 1 GW solar module distribution deal will cover Europe, the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region over the next three years, furthering their commitment to clean energy transition.
Yinergy, a leader in energy solutions, made its UK debut at the Solar & Storage Live exhibition in Birmingham, showcasing its cutting-edge hybrid inverters and smart residential energy solutions. The company presented a range of products tailored for the UK market, including single-phase and three-phase hybrid inverters, as well as integrated solutions for solar, storage, and EV charging.
Actress and comedian Brittany Furlan, wife of rocker Tommy Lee, bravely rescued her dachshund from a coyote attack in their backyard. The incident, caught on video, shows the coyote leaping over a 10-foot wall to snatch the dog before Brittany intervened.
