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Agriculture & Energy
A fast new technique for extracting lithium that uses less land
Researchers have developed a cheaper and more sustainable method for lithium extraction
Sustainability
Avoiding single-use plastic bottles in vending machines
One startup is eliminating the plastic waste caused by vending machines with its alternative refillable system
Sustainability
Smart packaging for internal logistics and supply chains
New tech-enabled, connected boxes can be used up to 1,000 times, eliminating waste
Agriculture & Energy
Mesh-grids for electrifying remote communities
The system connects neighbours for amplified amounts of power
Fashion & Beauty
Making jewellery sustainable with regenerative mining
A startup is recovering materials from mine tailings and restoring surrounding ecosystems
Travel & Tourism
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
Agriculture & Energy
Leveraging differences in ocean temperature to generate electricity
A Chinese project is delivering insights and progress into a new energy technology
Sustainability
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
Agriculture & Energy
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
Agriculture & Energy
Novel catalysts for producing sustainable aviation fuel and more
The new technology platform fully integrates with partner technologies to create truly carbon-neutral fuels
Sustainability
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
Food & Drink
Producing food ingredients from acorns
Oak forests can be transformed into valuable food production centres for gluten-free flour and alternative protein sources