A simple test reveals PFAS contamination in firefighter uniforms
New scientific research reveals hidden dangers in firefighters’ equipment that remain long after the blaze is extinguished. Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine identified the presence of cancer-related “permanent chemicals” in all protective equipment they tested, including respirators designed to provide clean air. The findings raise urgent questions about the risks […]
Next generation fluorine-free fire extinguishing solution
FIREBULL® AB is a PFAS-free fire suppression solution designed to outperform traditional expanded foams while ensuring environmental safety and compliance with new regulations. For decades, aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been considered the gold standard for suppressing flammable liquid fires. The ability to quickly create vapor retardant films has made them synonymous with reliable Class […]
Can we bring American infrastructure into the modern era?
Ellie Gabel explores the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for modernizing America’s infrastructure to meet 21st century demands in transportation, energy, water, and broadband. Infrastructure professionals are experiencing one of the most promising yet volatile periods of change. Grid technology, wastewater transmission, internet access, and countless other national utilities require varying degrees of improvement to accommodate […]
The year AI moves from experimentation to execution
For the past two years, artificial intelligence has dominated boardroom conversations and investment planning. Many companies have been experimenting with new features, and as we head into 2026, we will see a shift from experimentation to execution. Will the AI bubble burst? “The challenge of 2026 will be cutting through the noise,” said Bruce Martin, […]
Why we need global measures against space debris
Earth’s orbit is crowded and dangerous. Over the past few decades, thousands of satellites, spent rocket stages, debris from explosions and collisions, and even tiny paint shavings have accumulated around Earth. According to the space agency, there are well over 1 million pieces of debris larger than 1 cm in orbit that can damage or […]
PFAS – “Forever Chemicals” that require urgent action
The Marine Conservation Society discusses the impact of PFAS chemicals on our health, the environment, and marine ecosystems, and highlights the need for urgent action and intervention to prevent further damage. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of thousands of similar chemicals that were first manufactured in the 1950s and are now widespread […]
The next wave of AI regulation: Balancing innovation and safety
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries and daily life, governments and regulators around the world are rushing to create frameworks that protect society and enable innovation. The term AI regulation has rapidly transitioned from a future concept to a current mandate, with major legislation coming into force, new policies being debated, and new […]
The importance of avian influenza vaccination for a sustainable future
Ceva Animal Health highlights why vaccine development is important to address the growing threat of avian influenza. Avian influenza is endemic around the world, threatening poultry production and food security, as well as posing a potential risk to human health. Animal health company Ceva Animal Health believes vaccination can be a powerful tool to support […]
INL advances MARVEL nuclear microreactor program
The race to deploy nuclear microreactor technology into the real world is moving from theory to practice. Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has announced the first group of end-user experiments for the Microreactor Applied Research Validation and Evaluation Program, known as MARVEL, taking an important step toward accelerating next-generation nuclear energy. This effort explores how micronuclear […]
The dynamic duo that forms the power grid
EUUSEW Young Energy Ambassador Mbuvir Burida talks about how AI can solve power grid challenges to fully integrate renewable energy into society. Have you ever asked ChatGPT what the world’s most pressing challenges are? It ranks climate change as number one. So why not use the technology behind ChatGPT to solve that challenge? The most […]