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The toxicity of recycled plastics

A new report from Greenpeace shows the toxicity of recycled plastics

Etihad Rail funds 3D printed sustainable plastics science

a forward thinking Abu Dhabi is putting their mark on greening the plastics industry by connecting industry at Etihad Rail with students at ACTVET to apply the latest 3D printing technologies that use recycled materials.

Frequency Electronics reveals a better clock

Frequency Electronics makes clocks for time in space. Each tradition, religion and space seems to have its own sense of time.

An experiment to test if worms eat plastic

Insect larvae can eat plastic. Time to advance science and start some experiments at home. Which larvae work? What kinds of plastics?

This artificial e-skin feels pain in real time

An electronic skin which can learn from feeling ‘pain’ could help create a new generation of smart robots with human-like sensitivity.

Boosting THC in cannabis plant using a virus

Researchers have used a virus and gene editing system to boost the potent aspects of the cannabis plant

Exploding star hunter on the nature of supernovae

Exploding stars happen more often that you might think. Turns out you just need to know how to look for them. New research on "stars" gives us insight into looking for a new career, a romantic partner or friend, or even happiness in general. Read on.

Electric cars and lithium for batteries? Serbs revolt against Rio Tinto

But as always the case, lithium batteries that are good for your Tesla in Oakland or Montreal might be terrible in someone else's backyard. As we speak the Serbians are heavily fighting against lithium mining by Rio Tinto, and are calling out the government for its corruption.

The 50 minerals ruling the US economy

Make it your business to know if your supply chain is in short supply. The 50 minerals that create your best life.

The Emirates plan to live on Mars

The UAE are looking far into the future and making to colonize Mars.

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iran, Turkey: hot spots for SO2 emissions

Despite the general decrease in SO2 emissions around the world, the Middle East is still one of the worst polluted regions, specifically emissions around the Gulf region which did not witness any significant change between 2018 and 2019.

Vegan cheesemaker eyes IPO

It's a sign of the times: a vegan cheesemaking company in Israel is considering listing on the TASE - or Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Two meat or animal product substitute companies already list there and now Vgarden, which makes vegan cheese is looking to raise capital.

Finding Covid outbreaks in your street sewers

Kando sends sensors into a sewer find Covid-19 hotspots in your towns and cities. Should we bring one into the White House?

Dogs can smell Covid-19 virus, find German scientists

Scientists in Germany have trained dogs to sniff out people with coronavirus. And they are accurate 94% of the time, reports Bloomberg. The science...

Clover rolls over from fluoride in our water and toothpaste

For most of us, our closest encounter with the element fluorine is likely to be our toothpaste or a municipal water supply with added fluoride. Studying how fluoride affects plants, might give clues as to how it impacts our planet.

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RadianX raises $9 million to make solar-powered devices that may never need charging

Could your next smartwatch or e-reader run on indoor light? RadianX is developing perovskite solar cells that could reduce battery waste and make everyday electronics more energy independent.

AI data centers are burning old jet engines to generate electricity, and the pollution is alarming

AI data centers are turning to converted jet engines for electricity as grid delays grow, raising concerns about air pollution and carbon emissions.

Who founded GAIL’s Bakery? The story of Gail Mejia and her sourdough empire

Who founded GAIL's Bakery? Meet Gail Mejia, discover what happened to her, who owns GAIL's today, and the chain's sustainable food roots.

Crocs goes Cradle to Cradle, but who is responsible for all those plastic shoes?

Crocs has earned Circularity Gold certification for its iconic clogs, but Israeli materials innovator Balena is pushing footwear further with recyclable, bio-based and industrially compostable materials that can be 3D printed.

Kuwait’s AWAKEN Hearth Summit puts people at the heart of sustainability

Kuwait's AWAKEN @ Hearth Summit 2026 brings together artists, community leaders and creative thinkers to explore sustainability, belonging and collective wellbeing in a country facing extreme heat, water scarcity and political restrictions.

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RadianX raises $9 million to make solar-powered devices that may never need charging

Could your next smartwatch or e-reader run on indoor light? RadianX is developing perovskite solar cells that could reduce battery waste and make everyday electronics more energy independent.

AI data centers are burning old jet engines to generate electricity, and the pollution is alarming

AI data centers are turning to converted jet engines for electricity as grid delays grow, raising concerns about air pollution and carbon emissions.

Who founded GAIL’s Bakery? The story of Gail Mejia and her sourdough empire

Who founded GAIL's Bakery? Meet Gail Mejia, discover what happened to her, who owns GAIL's today, and the chain's sustainable food roots.

Crocs goes Cradle to Cradle, but who is responsible for all those plastic shoes?

Crocs has earned Circularity Gold certification for its iconic clogs, but Israeli materials innovator Balena is pushing footwear further with recyclable, bio-based and industrially compostable materials that can be 3D printed.

Kuwait’s AWAKEN Hearth Summit puts people at the heart of sustainability

Kuwait's AWAKEN @ Hearth Summit 2026 brings together artists, community leaders and creative thinkers to explore sustainability, belonging and collective wellbeing in a country facing extreme heat, water scarcity and political restrictions.

Why water-starved Amman keeps flooding and how underground rain tanks could help

Jordan's capital faces a troubling paradox: chronic water shortages and destructive winter floods. Hydrogeological expert Dr. Osama MN Gazal explains how underground rainwater tanks and green infrastructure could help Amman capture precious rainfall, reduce flooding and build a more water-secure future.

Can Amman become a walkable city? C40 is turning hot asphalt into green public spaces

Amman has never been an easy city to explore on foot. Now, C40 Cities and Community Jameel are reimagining Jordan's capital with cooler streets, shaded playgrounds and greener neighbourhoods. Could this sprawling city finally become more walkable?

A chance encounter with Berlin’s mayor Kai Wegner reveals a new chapter for Tel Aviv and Berlin

A chance meeting with Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner reveals a new partnership with Tel Aviv, shared history and six ideas for greener, more creative cities.
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