Technology

Israel’s water and agricultural technologies didn’t emerge from ideal conditions. They were developed under pressure: low rainfall, saline water, political isolation, lack of energy resources, and the constant need to feed a growing population with limited land. Over the years, I’ve written about many of these companies not as miracle-makers, but as problem-solvers. That’s what makes them relevant to places like Somaliland. Israel was the first country in the world to recognize Somaliland as an independent state although Ethiopia has been treating the nation as such for decades.

Masdar is the the UAE’s flagship renewable energy company. Compare it to Neom in Saudi Arabia. Masdar has become one of the world’s most active clean energy investors, with projects in more than 40 countries across six continents. Established in 2006 and jointly owned by ADNOC, Mubadala, and TAQA, Masdar operates and develops solar, wind, and green hydrogen projects with a current portfolio exceeding 50 gigawatts of capacity. Masdar also buys companies, and paid $50 million for this US business Terra-Gen last year. 

Berkeley-based startup Copper has raised $28M to scale its battery-equipped induction stoves, offering a practical, plug-in alternative to harmful gas cooking. By cutting indoor air pollution, eliminating costly retrofits, and doubling as energy storage, Copper’s innovation helps households shift to cleaner, healthier kitchens and a greener energy grid.

Germany is cutting its dependence on Chinese wind turbine components by 2035, launching a major strategy to diversify its offshore wind supply chain. As Europe ramps up clean tech investments, this move marks a shift toward energy security and regional manufacturing resilience.

Pumps are used in the cleantech industry to sustainably manage chemicals that may be dangerous to the environment

Asia continues to dominate global renewable energy growth, accounting for 71% of new capacity added in 2024, while Africa and other developing regions remain far behind despite their potential. Solar and wind lead the charge, comprising 97.5% of additions, with solar alone adding 453 GW. Although global renewables capacity hit a record 582 GW, the world is still off track to meet the COP28 goal of tripling capacity by 2030. Without faster growth and more equitable investment, the energy transition risks deepening the global divide.

Each November, a quiet city on Italy’s Adriatic coast becomes the epicenter of the world’s circular economy conversation. What began in 1997 as a local waste management trade show has grown into Ecomondo, a global forum for environmental innovation, resource regeneration, and ecological transition.

Abramowitz employs what he calls the Quadruple Bottom Line Impact Platform when bringing solar energy to countries with limited resources and infrastructure. While not the primary driver, each project must provide returns for investors. While these returns may not turn a massive profit, projects must ensure financial viability. Second, every project contributes to climate mitigation.

The atmospheric air cooling system represents just one component of Medochemie's broader environmental strategy. Industry analysts note that pharmaceutical manufacturing has traditionally been energy-intensive, with temperature-controlled environments, specialized equipment, and strict cleanliness requirements all contributing to high energy consumption.

As the global shift toward renewable energy accelerates, solar power continues to dominate as a key source of sustainable electricity. However, the efficiency of solar panels is significantly affected by dirt, dust, and debris accumulation. Cleaning solar panels manually is time-consuming, costly, and inefficient, particularly for large-scale solar farms. This is where solar panel cleaning robots come into play, offering automated, precise, and efficient cleaning solutions that enhance energy output and maximize return on investment (ROI).

As the world moves toward a more connected future, and self-driving cars, the transition from 4G to 5G standalone (SA) networks is inevitable and essential. This evolution is not just about faster speeds and lower latency—it also brings significant environmental benefits.

Over 100 partners, including 37 tech companies, 11 countries and 5 international organizations, have joined forces with the UN under the Coalition for Environmentally Sustainable Artificial Intelligence, aiming to ramp up global momentum to place AI on a more environmentally sustainable path. 

Many chemical processes in manufacturing and research rely on organic solvents, which are harmful to the environment and expensive to handle safely. The development of photoactive water-based micelles capable of driving chemical reactions offers a safer, greener alternative. Additionally, the system can be reused, improving its cost-effectiveness and environmental footprint.

These results emphasize the need to develop innovative agricultural solutions that will help reduce emissions and strengthen national food security. 

About 90% of the lightning strikes that occur are negative polarity lightning, while positive polarity lightning occurs with a relatively low probability. However, positive polarity lightning has a much higher current intensity, increasing the likelihood of causing major accidents.