ERMA Booster Call drives Europe’s raw materials sector
EIT RawMaterials outlines the ERMA Booster Call, a new initiative supporting innovative startups and projects in Europe’s raw materials sector, promoting sustainability and reducing dependence on imports. Sustainability is a priority for economies worldwide, and the European Union is taking significant strides to bolster its raw materials sector through innovative initiatives. EIT RawMaterials is the […]
Transforming plastic waste management for a circular economy
The Innovation Platform interviewed Pranav Goenka, Senior Advisor of The Alliance to End Plastic Waste’s Circular Solutions Centre, to discuss its latest Progress Report outlining its collaborative strategies to combat plastic pollution, focusing on scalable solutions tailored to regional needs. The Alliance to End Plastic Waste is an independent global non-profit organisation with the purpose […]
The key role of nuclear energy in achieving a low-carbon future
Virginia Commonwealth University discusses the importance of nuclear energy in achieving environmental and climate goals. VCU has the opportunity to attend a webinar for the DOE Nuclear Commercial Lift-Off, with a general summary. First Key: Understanding the Power of Nuclear Energy Nuclear Energy is the US clean powerhouse. It currently supplies about 20% of the […]
To what extent are small modular reactors revolutionizing nuclear power generation?
Anita Collaboration at Uppsala University details how small modular reactors are expected to permanently change perceptions of nuclear energy. Interest in nuclear power generation as a low-emission and dispatchable energy source has increased significantly in recent years due to inherent technical issues associated with the significant expansion of weather-dependent electricity production. For example, with the […]
Reinventing the Finnish ecosystem to support chips targets
Jussi Tuovinen, CEO of Kvanttinova, explains how Finland has transformed its technology ecosystem and is becoming a global leader in chip development. The key role of critical technologies is recognized worldwide. Among these important technologies are semiconductors and microelectronics, or in short, chips. The European Union declared its position in 2022 through the Chips Act. […]
Proxima Fusion reveals the concept of commercial fusion power plants
Proxima Fusion and its partners have announced a major milestone in search of endless clean energy to uncover the world’s first fully integrated concept of commercial fusion power plants. The design of the groundbreaking fusion power plant known as Stellaris shows a major leap towards reliable continuous fusion energy generation. “We’ve seen a lot of […]
The role of complementary and alternative medicines in dairy agriculture.
As demand for sustainable and holistic agricultural practices grows, many dairy farmers are exploring complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) to support herd health. A recent study from the University of Bristol has revealed that open discussions about CAM could improve farmer-veterinarian relationships, reduce antibiotic use, and enhance herd management. This study provides valuable insight into […]
Nuclear batteries convert radioactive waste into energy
Groundbreaking advances in energy technology are emerging as researchers successfully develop nuclear batteries that can use light emissions to convert nuclear energy into electricity. This innovation helps in the reuse of radioactive waste and provides sustainable solutions to one of the most sustainable challenges in nuclear power generation. Nuclear power plants provide around 20% of […]
CH4 Global launches the world’s first commercial asparagopis production facility
CH4 Global has officially begun production at the world’s first commercial-scale asparagopsis cultivation facility in a groundbreaking movement in sustainable agriculture. Located in Louth Bay, South Australia, the newly launched ecopark is a transformative step towards making seaweed-based methane reduction solutions accessible and economically viable for the livestock industry. “We are pleased to announce that […]
Radioactive waste management and disposal
Rebecca Tadesse and Gabriele Grassi of the Radioactive Waste Management and Decommissioning Department of the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency discuss the importance of international cooperation for effective radioactive waste management. Increasing countries are considering building nuclear facilities to ensure energy supply and reduce carbon emissions. As a result, the effective management of radioactive waste generated […]