Scientists Unveil Breakthrough: Fully Recyclable Plastic That Dissolves in Seawater
In a world overwhelmed by plastic waste, researchers led by Takuzo Aida at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS) have developed a durable plastic that does not contribute to microplastic pollution in our oceans. This new material is as strong as conventional plastics and biodegradable, but its unique…
EU Walks Back its Green Commitments
The European Union (EU) has storied history when it comes to green commitments. In general, it is fair to say that the bloc is fairly ambitious in terms of environmental targets. The EU and all its member states signed and ratified the 2015 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate…
UK Government to Have Final Say on >100MW Onshore Wind Farm Approvals
The UK government has announced a shift in how large onshore wind farm projects will be approved by bringing these projects back into the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) regime in England. The plan is among proposals recently announced by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband as part of an “ambitious” action…
Heriot-Watt Researchers Unveil System to Combat Fashion Microplastics
The fashion industry is renowned for its creativity but has a serious downside: it is one of the most significant contributors to environmental degradation today. Have you ever checked the labels of your favourite clothing? Polyester, nylon, and acrylic might appear harmless, but they release microscopic plastic fibres into our…
US Largest Skyscraper Triggers IFP Concerns
The Legends Tower is an approved super tall skyscraper to be located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States. The 134-story building would stand 581m (1,907ft) tall, making it the sixth largest building in the world and the tallest in the US. The skyscraper in its current height could, however, be…
Clean Approach to Future Google Data Centres in US
The capacity and availability of the electricity grid is a hot topic in recent times. In the UK there is a logjam of grid connections for offshore and onshore wind and solar. According to the Science Museum Group, there are around 400 gigawatts worth of power projects currently queuing to…
Monte Carlo’s Guide to Turbine Tetris
The placement of wind turbines within a wind farm is crucial for maximising energy output while reducing wake effects (a reduction in wind speed due to energy being extracted by the turbine, leading to a loss in energy generation of turbines behind it) and land usage . Figure 1: Whitelee…
2024: A Year of Power Moves for Renewables in the UK
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s an ideal time to reflect on the key developments that have driven the UK forward in its transition to cleaner energy. From unprecedented achievements in renewables to major policy shifts, this year has laid the groundwork for a greener and more sustainable future.…
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