PFAS zero fire extinguishing technology
Hydrogel is an innovative fire suppression technology that eliminates PFAS chemicals, providing effective fire suppression while addressing environmental and health concerns associated with traditional firefighting foams. Hydrogels are a new generation of fire extinguishing agents based on breakthrough material technology. Unlike traditional firefighting foams, hydrogels deliver high firefighting performance without the use of any fluorochemicals, […]
ESPP reaches important milestone
The CERN Council recently received recommendations on the update of the European Particle Physics Strategy at its 225th session. The aim of the European Particle Physics Strategy is to develop a common vision for the future of the field, and decisions on this basis will be considered in the coming months. “The ESG Recommendation is […]
Large-scale high-grade molybdenum project in New Brunswick
John Wightman, Managing Director of Goldfields Group of Companies, discusses the discovery of high-grade molybdenum in New Brunswick and its strategic importance for industry and critical minerals. Molybdenum is one of the world’s most versatile and strategically important industrial metals, but it often eclipses more familiar commodities such as copper, gold and lithium. Molybdenum is […]
UK farmers receive over £400m for sustainable food production
The Countryside Stewardship and Environmental Stewardship Scheme supports farmers to deliver environmental benefits while maintaining sustainable food production. The Rural Payments Agency confirmed that three-quarters of eligible farmers have already received payments since the 2025 payment window opened on December 1. The scheme increases agricultural resilience by managing land sustainably and supports promising rural businesses […]
Singapore establishes Horizon Europe Complementary Fund
Singapore has announced a major new initiative, the Horizon Europe Complementary Fund, aimed at strengthening its role in international research collaboration. This announcement is an important step towards increasing the participation of Singapore-based researchers and innovators in Horizon Europe, the European Union’s flagship research and innovation programme. New funding channels for global cooperation The Horizon […]
Green ammonia plant could tackle UK’s energy storage challenges
A new prototype facility to produce green ammonia using renewable electricity has been powered up, marking a major step forward for the UK’s clean energy landscape. A new process allows previously unused energy to be stored in green ammonia as hydrogen molecules. The hydrogen can be extracted later and used to generate electricity at a […]
EU signs groundbreaking agreement to tackle end-of-life vehicles
The European Union has taken a decisive step towards a more sustainable automotive sector, with the European Commission welcoming the interim agreement between the European Parliament and the Council on new regulations covering end-of-life vehicles. The contract represents a major overhaul of how vehicles are designed, manufactured and treated at the end of their useful […]
Received the “SMEs Driving Energy Efficiency Award” out of the three categories of the EUUSEW 2026 Awards
More than 350,000 companies across Europe are expected to improve their energy efficiency. This year, the organizers of European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) are proud to introduce a new award category: the Small and Medium Enterprises Promoting Energy Efficiency Award. This award aims to celebrate the creativity and impact of small and medium-sized enterprises that […]
NHS faces ‘worst-case scenario’ as super flu surges
A dramatic spike in seasonal illnesses has left the NHS in what leaders described as a “worst-case scenario” in December, as cases of superflu and other winter viruses soar across the country. New data shows hospitals are already under extreme strain, heading into their busiest period of winter, and there is no sign that the […]
EU injects 623 million euros to boost German semiconductor manufacturing
The European Commission has given the green light to Germany’s plan to spend 623 million euros on two cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing projects. This is a move aimed at strengthening Europe’s technological resilience and reducing its dependence on global chip suppliers. The approved funding will support new facilities operated by GlobalFoundries in Dresden and X-FAB in […]