Mesh-grids for electrifying remote communities
The system connects neighbours for amplified amounts of power
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LATEST INNOVATIONS
Making jewellery sustainable with regenerative mining
A startup is recovering materials from mine tailings and restoring surrounding ecosystems
A platform for LGBTQ+-friendly travel
As well as providing a database of safe and welcoming hosts, the company also helps LGBTQ+ individuals access free emergency housing
Leveraging differences in ocean temperature to generate electricity
A Chinese project is delivering insights and progress into a new energy technology
Understanding environmental change through AI-powered pollen analysis
Using state-of-the-art tech, these researchers could help us understand our changing environment – and protect hay fever sufferers too
Solar panels that work in the shade
Optivolt’s panels provide a robust and sustainable energy source, generating power where traditional panels might not be able to
Novel catalysts for producing sustainable aviation fuel and more
The new technology platform fully integrates with partner technologies to create truly carbon-neutral fuels
Novel bacterial treatments for water and waste management
One company is solving classic waste management issues more sustainably by using natural processes instead of harsh industrial chemicals
Producing food ingredients from acorns
Oak forests can be transformed into valuable food production centres for gluten-free flour and alternative protein sources
Replacing packaging items with sustainable alternatives
The service supplies a range of more sustainable packaging solutions tailored to a business needs
Turning aquafaba into an alternative to eggs
The low-energy drying process also produces clean water for further industrial use
Deterring pests with AI and robots
A group of entrepreneurs has developed a robotic drone that can scare away pest birds and significantly reduce crop losses
A new way to transport renewable energy
Modular ‘fuel’ packs transport energy by turning scrap aluminium into heat and hydrogen
Providing indigenous communities with funding for forest stewardship
A certified carbon offsetting programme is helping businesses reach net zero while promoting forest conservation
Satellites for agricultural risk and other sustainability challenges
An Indian satellite data analysis company is improving agricultural lending and helping previously unbanked small farmers access loans
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