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Sustainability
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Europe tops global ranking of dynamic and sustainable cities – here’s why
Bicycles travelling along a street in the city of Copenhagen (Denmark). Lazy_Bear/Shutterstock Pascual Berrone, IESE Business School (Universidad…
Study: Climate change will reduce the number of satellites that can safely orbit in space
Increasing greenhouse gas emissions will reduce the atmosphere’s ability to burn up old space junk, MIT scientists report.…
Helping students bring about decarbonization, from benchtop to global energy marketplace
Professor Jessika Trancik’s course helps students understand energy levers for addressing climate change at the macro and micro…
Top 10: Smart Cities
This week’s list looks at the most innovative and digitally connected cities in the world We look at…
MIT Energy and Climate Club mobilizes future leaders to address global climate issues
One of the largest MIT clubs sees itself as “the umbrella of all things related to energy and…
Timber venues, river swimming and re-use: How the Paris Olympics is going green – and what it’s missing
As Paris prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the sustainability of the event is coming under…
A Recipe For Zero-emissions Fuel: Soda Cans, Seawater, And Caffeine
MIT engineers have developed a fast and sustainable method for producing hydrogen fuel using aluminum, saltwater, and coffee…
Advancements in Restaurant Service and Technology
The restaurant industry has witnessed significant advancements in service and technology over recent years, revolutionizing the dining experience…
Think Globally, Rebuild Locally
In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study of Amsterdam suggests. Peter…
Cutting Carbon Emissions On The US Power Grid
An online model enables users to calculate the least-cost strategy for a specific regional grid under various assumptions;…
The World Is Not Moving Fast Enough On Climate Change — Social Sciences Can Help Explain Why
People walk on the snowless streets of Place Jacques Cartier in Old Montréal on Jan. 3, 2024. February…
Study: Global Deforestation Leads To More Mercury Pollution
Scientists quantify a previously overlooked driver of human-related mercury emissions. Adam Zewe | MIT NewsMIT News (https://news.mit.edu/2024/study-global-deforestation-leads-more-mercury-pollution-0212) About…
Sustainability. Hey Days Come In Many Ways.
Sustainability projects encompass a wide range of initiatives aimed at promoting environmental, social, and economic health and well-being.…
6 Ways To Grow Our Cities In A More Sustainable Manner
As we stand at the crossroads of urban development and environmental sustainability, the challenge of growing our cities…
AI Meets Climate: MIT Energy And Climate Hack 2023
The Energy and Climate Hack presented opportunities for students and companies to collaborate and develop innovative solutions. Johnathon…
Accelerating Climate Action With AI
AI has the potential to mitigate 5-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions according to our new report with…
Reconciling Capitalism And Sustainability
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Investors and business executives can…
A Year in the Open Climate Campaign
“River Banner” by Impact Media Lab for Creative Commons is licensed via CC BY 4.0. If we are…
US Housing Recovery Offers Sustainable Recovery
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Increased activity in U.S. housing…
Is Your Business Considering Nature?
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Nature is in decline. Katie…
Building A Sustainable Future – How UK Manufacturers Can Unlock The Benefits Of Net Zero
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. In this article, Liz Scoffins,…
New Tools Are Available To Help Reduce The Energy That AI Models Devour
Amid the race to make AI bigger and better, Lincoln Laboratory is developing ways to reduce power, train…
It Takes A Village: Defining Sustainable Infrastructure
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Infrastructure investments offer very concrete…
Tracking US Progress On The Path To A Decarbonized Economy
The Clean Investment Monitor database, a new collaboration between MIT CEEPR and the Rhodium Group, shows $213 billion…
Are We Writing Green Financial Rules In The Dark?
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Sustainable finance regulations are booming…
Climate Change Plays Leading Role In Consumer Spending
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Will ESG become more of…
Overcoming The Carbon Investment Conundrum
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Rethinking emission metrics for a…
Rewiring The Supply Chain For Electric Vehicle Batteries
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. As the U.S. looks to…
Unleashing The Power Of Code. Paving The Sustainable Path In Software Engineering.
Introduction. In the world of 1s and 0s, software engineering emerges as a dynamic force with the potential…
Unleashing Creativity In Environmental Global Political Economy. Part 1.
Exploring Unconventional Solutions Within Current Political And Economic Structures. The environment is considered within International Political Economy (IPE)…
Europe’s Green Energy Transition Is Gaining Momentum
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. “We’re on the eve of…
Watch Out For These Leading Present And Emerging Technologies, Not Just A.I.
Artificial intelligence is just one of the major technologies that is shaping our world today and transforming the…
Direct Lithium Extraction Poised To Boost Production For Batteries
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. Lithium is a key ingredient…
Watch Out For These Leading Present And Emerging Technologies, Not Just A.I.
Here some of the leading emerging technologies. Note that new developments might have taken place since then. However,…
Predictions: Top 25 Careers Likely In High Demand In The Future
Predicting the top careers of the future can be challenging due to the rapidly evolving nature of technology…
The Six Themes Driving Capital Toward Sustainable Solutions
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. The challenges of navigating the…
Building Supply Chain Resilience
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. From high inflation to geopolitical…
Electric Vehicles Are Forecast To Be Half Of Global Car Sales By 2035
We would like to thank our generous sponsors for making this article possible. The adoption of electric vehicles…
Make Your Business More Environmentally Friendly With These Useful Tips
As a business owner, it’s your responsibility to ensure that your business is environmentally friendly. The world’s governments…
The Motivation You Need To Build A Sustainable Home
The post is developed in partnership with BetterHelp. When you make your home more environmentally friendly, you are…
Renewable energy could power the world by 2050. Here’s what that future might look like
It’s possible to switch to a fully sustainable global energy landscape within the next 30 years, according to…
These 5 global cities are leading the charge to a renewable future
A billion people live in a city with renewable energy targets or policies. Cities contribute three-quarters of CO2…
How to Turn Your House into a Sustainable One
Sustainability is everyone’s business. We will only save our planet if we all work at it, together. One…
How Online Casinos are Helping to Create a More Sustainable Future
There are many industries and sectors that are leading the way as the world strives to avert what…
To Improve City Life, Plant These 17 ‘Super Trees’
A new study establishes live oaks and American sycamores as champions among 17 “super trees” that will help…
Selecting the best type of sustainable packaging
The planet is suffering the consequences of excessive consumption worldwide. The climate crisis continues to grow and companies…
How To Be Sustainable In This Advanced Technology Era
It is inevitable for humans to rely on technology, and most of us now own at least a…
Sustainable Pet Ownership: 6 Ways To Make It Possible
Since the climate crisis has brought to mainstream consciousness and everyday conversations different topics like sustainability, more people…
Living In A Sustainable City
Over half of the world’s population has decided to ditch village life in favor of moving to cities and metropolitan…
How Chemical Engineers Are Saving the Environment
Climate change is poised to become one of the major issues of the 21st century. Already, human beings…