EBay’s Circular Fashion Fund Crowns Refiberd Its First Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year

EBay’s Circular Fashion Fund Crowns Refiberd Its First Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year EBay’s Circular Fashion Fund has officially announced Refiberd as its Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year awarding the company with an investment of $300,000. The company’s discerning AI solution aims to tackle the fashion industry’s waste problem head-on by making it easier …

Benessere equo e sostenibile: Italia divisa tra progresso e fragilità sociali

Benessere equo e sostenibile: Italia divisa tra progresso e fragilità sociali Il Ministero dell’economia e delle finanze fotografa la situazione del nostro Paese nel prossimo triennio attraverso gli indicatori Bes: migliora il potere d’acquisto delle famiglie, continuano a calare le emissioni, resta stabile la povertà. 9/4/2025 April 9, 2025 at 03:36PM https://asvis.it/notizie/2-23282/benessere-equo-e-sostenibile-italia-divisa-tra-progresso-e-fragilita-sociali

Affordable Green Hydrogen Technology Yields Potable Water as a Beneficial Byproduct

Affordable Green Hydrogen Technology Yields Potable Water as a Beneficial Byproduct In an exciting development for renewable energy and sustainable water management, researchers at Cornell University have unveiled a groundbreaking technology that combines the production of carbon-free modern hydrogen with the efficient harvesting of potable water. This innovative method, termed hybrid solar distillation-water electrolysis (HSD-WE), …

The Role of Car Competitions in Automotive Innovation

The Role of Car Competitions in Automotive Innovation Car competitions have long played a pivotal role in driving innovation within the automotive industry. These events, ranging from design awards to performance challenges, not only celebrate engineering excellence but also act as catalysts for technological advancements, sustainability, and market competitiveness. With the added allure of prizes …

Pannelli fotovoltaici e centri storici sono compatibili

Pannelli fotovoltaici e centri storici sono compatibili 10/04/2025 – Fotovoltaico e centro storico non sono incompatibili. Lo ha ribadito il Consiglio di Stato, che con la sentenza 2808/2025 ha bocciato il divieto della Soprintendenza della Città Metropolitana di Firenze.   Fotovoltaico centro storico, il caso Il caso del fotovoltaico nel centro storico inizia quando il proprietario …

Watch: RDS Sustainable Agriculture Awards winners

Watch: RDS Sustainable Agriculture Awards winners The winners of the RDS Spring Agricultural and Sustainability awards were announced at the RDS in Dublin today (April 9). Awards were presented to winners in three categories, the 2025 Sustainable Farming award, the 2025 Rural Innovation award, and the 2025 Rural Social Impact award. Minister of State at …

India needs better materials, not more recycling to address its plastic problem: Bambrew CEO Vaibhav Anant

India needs better materials, not more recycling to address its plastic problem: Bambrew CEO Vaibhav Anant Bambrew, a metamaterial innovation company, has developed packaging solutions using renewable materials like bamboo, seaweed, and other natural fibres. The idea is to ensure these products perform like plastic but decompose without harming the environment. Bambrew was founded in …

The creation of an EU electronics raw materials database

The creation of an EU electronics raw materials database Author: Dirk Stans – Managing Partner at Eurocircuits I propose the establishment of an EU Electronics Raw Materials Database to address the increasing administrative burdens associated with the Green Deal, while also promoting the digitalisation and automation of processes within the electronics industry. This proposal aligns …

Sustainability and circularity – mantras for a secure future

Sustainability and circularity – mantras for a secure future Given the scale of environmental challenges, and depleting natural resources, choosing a sustainability-focused approach in business, and in our lives, is no longer a choice. Also when it comes to transportation. Hydrogen and Electric: The path to the futureIn the evolving technology mix for the automotive …

XFuel obtains €7.7 mln from European Innovation Council for sustainable fuel development

XFuel obtains €7.7 mln from European Innovation Council for sustainable fuel development XFuel, a company focused on producing high-grade sustainable drop-in fuels and carbon removal for the transport sector, has secured €7.7 million in blended finance from the European Innovation Council (EIC), according to the company’s release. The funding will support the company’s efforts to …

3D printing functional materials with extreme regulation of mechanical performances from hydrogel to engineering plastic

3D printing functional materials with extreme regulation of mechanical performances from hydrogel to engineering plastic Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a high-molecular-weight biopolymer characterized by a carbon chain backbone with hydroxyl groups, typically synthesized through the polymerization of vinyl acetate monomers. As a versatile non-ionic hydrophilic, it has emerged as a crucial component in constructing hydrogels, …

Betting On Payment Innovation: Sports Betting Leads The Way

Betting On Payment Innovation: Sports Betting Leads The Way Alexandre Gonthier is the CEO of Trustly, Inc., a global leader in open banking payments. getty With the Super Bowl behind us as the grand finale to a record-breaking NFL season for sports betting, we gear up for another exciting season, from March Madness to the …

Catalytic degradation of formaldehyde in advanced composite materials: The role of modification treatments and heterogeneous interfaces

Catalytic degradation of formaldehyde in advanced composite materials: The role of modification treatments and heterogeneous interfaces As a common volatile organic compound, formaldehyde (HCHO) is not only significantly toxic, but also comes from a wide range of sources. In addition to the traditional interior decoration material release, organic solid waste incineration and other channels, some …

CO₂ Batteries: the new frontier of energy storage in India

India Bets on CO₂ Batteries: The Next Frontier in Sustainable Energy Storage

India is set to redefine energy storage with the launch of its first CO₂ battery, a collaboration between NTPC and Italian innovator Energy Dome. The 160 MWh project in Kudgi, Karnataka, marks a major milestone in Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) technology. Using a closed-loop thermodynamic cycle powered by carbon dioxide, this system delivers high efficiency, long lifespan, and full sustainability—without relying on lithium, cobalt, or rare earth materials. It’s a game-changing solution to make renewable energy sources reliable and dispatchable, while boosting India’s power grid resilience and supporting local industrial growth.

Supporting Sustainable Innovation

Supporting Sustainable Innovation Health, welfare, and sustainability concerns have spurred consumers to explore plant-based alternatives. In this sponsored content interview, global ingredients company ofi discusses the forces driving this growing trend, and how it supports product innovation in this emerging category. April 7, 2025 at 11:09PM https://www.ift.org/news-and-publications/blog/2024/supporting-sustainable-innovation