Sustainable development
A new report from investigators at University of Baghdad has found that the use of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in domestic cooking and its expansion in distribution for residential buildings has raised concerns about sustainability. Specifically, the researchers highlighted the need for sustainable design to reduce gas leakage, accidents, and
Sustainable development
The global hydrogen fuel cell market has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing environmental concerns and the need for more efficient and sustainable transportation options. According to a report by Kenneth Research, the market is expected to reach a noteworthy value by the end of 2030, with
Green technology
In a bid to shift away from fossil fuels, Kazakhstan aims to increase the share of renewable energy in its energy mix from 6% in 2025 to 50% by 2050. To achieve this goal, the country is investing in clean energy projects, with the support of international partners like the
Green technology
African communities are poised to benefit from a significant boost in renewable energy access, as Africa's first project financing facility for mini-grids, CrossBoundary Energy Access (CBEA), has announced $25 million in new funding commitments from ARCH Emerging Markets Partners Limited, Bank of America, and Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund.
Green technology
Borealis, a leading international provider of innovative solutions in the fields of polyolefins, base chemicals, and fertilizers, has introduced a new strategic evolution centered around sustainability. The Borealis Strategy 2030 is built on a foundation of dedication to safety, people, innovation, and technology, as well as performance excellence. This framework
Green technology
In a significant milestone, solar and wind farms in Texas generated a record-setting quantity of power in May, with nearly 39 percent of the state's electricity coming from zero-emission wind, solar, and nuclear plants. The state's solar output in May alone exceeded the total amount of
Sustainable development
As the world grapples with the growing threat of climate change, the Indian real estate industry has taken a significant step towards embracing sustainability. Gone are the days when luxury was associated with opulence; today, green is the new luxury. Housing projects now incorporate green construction practices, renewable energy, and
Sustainable development
Researchers at the University of West Attica, in Athens, Greece, have been studying the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on higher education and exploring new methods for predicting student performance in hybrid learning environments. According to the study, since mid-March 2020, universities have been implementing hybrid learning models, combining distance
Sustainable development
Electric car manufacturer Tesla Inc has been dropped from the S&P 500 ESG Index, a decision that has sparked an outcry from its founder Elon Musk. The ESG Index is designed for investments with strong environmental, social, and corporate governance credentials. S&P Dow Jones cited several
Sustainable development
The global floating wind power market size was USD 0.67 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 59.24 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 82.2% during the forecast period. The market is driven by increasing awareness in various countries about achieving green energy targets,
Sustainable development
U.S. Representative Antonio Delgado (NY-19) has reintroduced the Green Jobs and Opportunity Act, a legislation aimed at preparing America's workforce for emerging jobs in the clean energy economy. The bill invests significant funds in workforce development programs, prioritizing displaced workers from the fossil fuel industry and underrepresented
Sustainable development
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has launched a new STEM learning program, which focuses on teaching cutting-edge skills in urban agriculture, sustainability-based programming, and environmental science. The program was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a community greenhouse lab in Astoria, Queens, operated by NYPA and located at a
