Is EU AI a step in the right direction?
The EU Artificial Intelligence Act is a set of regulations designed to classify and control the development of AI within the EU based on a specific risk level. The main purpose of this EU AI law is to ensure that AI systems are safe, secure and promote reliable AI development, but can the desired outcome […]
The Working Group has launched to support the Global Plastics Treaty Litigation
The final negotiations for a binding global plastics treaty approach will be emerging new initiatives to help countries plan and deliver national strategies. Looking at the world, the government is expected to meet in Geneva this week to be the final stage of negotiations on the historic Global Plastics Treaty (INC-5.2). The purpose of this […]
Building the future of battery recycling in Europe
BatRaw develops advanced pilot technologies to optimize EV battery dismantling, material recovery and lifecycle traceability. The BATRAW project was launched in response to the growth of environmental and strategic challenges posed by terminally-term electric vehicle (EV) batteries. As electric mobility continues to rapidly expand across Europe, it is becoming essential to develop sustainable solutions for […]
Hellion breaks the ground at Microsoft-supported fusion power plant
This week, Fusion Energy took a bold step towards commercialization, breaking the ground at Orion, the world’s first commercial fusion power plant. Boasted by a historic energy contract with Microsoft, the project is expected to provide the grid with fusion-generated power by 2028. Construction launches make a major leap in the global race, developing fusion […]
Research finds antibiotic-resistant bacteria in malnourished children
A new study led by researchers at the INEOS Oxford Antibacterial Research Institute (IOI) found that antibiotic-resistant bacteria are rapidly spreading in malnourished children under the age of five in Niger. Globally, it is estimated that there are approximately 45 million children under the age of five who are malnourished. These children also have an […]
You may be inhaling 68,000 microplastic particles every day
A surprising new study reveals that people may be inhaling tens of thousands of microplastic particles every day than previously estimated. Especially in indoor spaces such as homes and car interiors. A new study conducted by scientists at the University of Toulouse sheds light on the hidden, potentially dangerous presence of microscopic plastic in the […]
World Lung Cancer Day: Memorials, celebrations, support
Every August 1st, we celebrate and support organizations, academics and international Lung Cancer Day, and celebrate the world’s Lung Cancer Day. Founded in 2012 by the International Respiratory Association (FIR) Forum in collaboration with other health organizations, World Lung Cancer Day educates the public on risk factors such as smoking, air pollution, occupational exposure, and […]
Ford UK has secured £1 billion government loans to promote EV production
Ford UK is significantly improving its electrified mobility and its push for international expansion as UK export finance (UKEF) intervenes with a £1 billion export development guarantee (EDG). The investment will support 80% from the UK government and provide important funding for automakers to continue transformation into EV production and advanced automotive technology leaders. The […]
Mine water temperatures may provide the UK with natural clean energy
New data from the UK’s Mines and Hydrothermal Labs show warmer water flows than expected, increasing the clean, low-cost heat cases from coallands. Six months after its launch, the UK’s first Mines and Hydrothermal Living Institute will uncover exciting insights into what lies beneath our feet and help accelerate the safe and sustainable use of […]
Prenatal PFA exposure disrupts infant immunity development
A new study found that even low levels of prenatal PFA exposure from chemicals commonly referred to as “eternal chemicals” can significantly destroy the development of the infant’s immune system. Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) monitored a pair of 200 healthy mothers and found that PFAS compounds pass through the placenta, […]