NREL’s Breakthrough in Renewable, Recyclable Wind Energy
NREL’s technology makes wind turbine blades recyclable, reducing environmental impact.
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Edinburgh Airport Achieves Level 4 ‘Transformation’ in Global Carbon Accreditation
Edinburgh Airport, the first in Scotland to reach Level 4 carbon accreditation.
GRETI Report Reveals Biennial Update on Real Estate Transparency
Sustainability emerged as the most improved area in the 2024 Index. Countries like France, Japan, and the United States have implemented rigorous energy performance standards and sustainability reporting requirements, setting new benchmarks in the industry.
Climate Tech Startups Wanted for New Initiative to Accelerate Industrial Decarbonization
A $2 million grant from The Lemelson Foundation propels RMI and Third Derivative’s efforts to advance industrial decarbonization technologies. The Industrial Innovation Cohorts will support climate tech startups focused on decarbonizing cement, steel, and chemicals production.
Raising Cane’s Founder Invests $500,000 in Louisiana’s Marine Conservation
Todd Graves, founder of Raising Cane’s, has committed $500,000 to build five artificial reefs off the coast of Louisiana. The project, starting with the “Raising Cane’s Hotel Sid” reef, aims to restore marine habitats and support local fishing industries using innovative 3D-printed concrete technology.
D.R. Horton and Streetleaf Illuminate Communities with Solar-Powered Streetlights
A leading provider of solar-powered streetlights, Streetleaf, has entered into a national vendor agreement with D.R. Horton, the largest homebuilder in the United States. Streetleaf is the largest provider of solar-powered street lighting solutions in the U.S. This collaboration represents a major milestone in Streetleaf’s mission to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional grid-dependent streetlighting …
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Court Decision Could Temper Microplastics Litigation in Beverage Labeling Cases
A federal court ruled that the presence of microplastics in bottled water does not violate FDA labeling laws, suggesting that consumer lawsuits over microplastics may lack merit.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Spurs Lead Pipe Replacement Initiative in New London
Nearly $7 million in federal funding is helping New London replace 150 lead service lines
Rising Global Temperatures: The Urgency of Mitigation Strategies
Methane emissions from agriculture are accelerating climate change, with methane being 25x more potent than carbon dioxide in trapping heat.
Preparing for the Future of Architecture, A Conversation with JCJ’s Eric Haggstrom
The built environment faces unprecedented challenges with extreme weather events from heat waves to tornadoes and floods becoming more frequent and severe. Architecture plays a crucial role in adapting to these changes, ensuring that buildings are resilient, sustainable, and adaptable to current and future conditions.