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Innovation often emerges from unexpected sources, and in the Philippines, a scientist has harnessed this creativity with AUREUS, a solar panel crafted from recycled food waste. Remarkably, these panels can generate electricity not just from sunlight, but even under UV light, making them functional in cloudy conditions or indoor environments. By turning organic waste into a renewable energy solution, AUREUS tackles two pressing global issues simultaneously: waste management and sustainable electricity generation. It exemplifies how circular economy principles can inspire cutting-edge technology. The project has enormous potential, especially for communities in remote areas with limited access to reliable power. Lightweight, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly, these panels represent a future where energy is clean, accessible, and intertwined with sustainability. AUREUS is a powerful example of how science can transform everyday waste into solutions that empower people and protect the planet. #PhilippineInnovation #SolarEnergy #SustainableTech #CircularEconomy #CleanEnergy #FutureOfPower

Innovation meets sustainability! 🇵🇭 A Filipino scientist has created AUREUS, solar panels made from recycled food waste that can produce electricity even from UV light — meaning they work on cloudy days and indoors too! This breakthrough not only fights food waste but also brings clean energy to remote communities, making power generation greener and more accessible. AUREUS is redefining how we see waste — as a source of energy and hope. #ConnectedPakistan #Innovation #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #AUREUS #CleanTech #GreenFuture Disclaimer: This content is shared solely for educational, informational, awareness and journalistic purposes as per the available reports.

Another week, another innovation in sustainability. ♻️ Scientists have created a biofilm for use in buildings to create a cooling effect which can cut energy use by up to 20%, and does not use any power to do so. The film is made from renewable, biodegradable materials meaning it won't add to waste problems and it's ideal for older buildings which struggle to accommodate heavy refits. Early users report positive results with offices in Vegas reporting cooling cost reductions of 15-18% during peak summer. Shorter air conditioning runtimes, lower bills and increased comfort were also reported. It's good to see more and more science breakthroughs with products and services which can help us reduce our reliance on energy. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e8fmc_-s If you've seen any other nifty energy innovations we would love to see them - let us know in the comments #UNISA #sustainabilityinnovation #NetzeroUK #equityenergies

🌱🔥 Exciting news in sustainable energy! Arbor's vegetarian rocket engine power plant can now consume both plant-based and animal-based materials, making it an omnivorous power source 🚀🌿 This discovery has huge implications for the future of sustainable energy production. #SustainableEnergy #GreenTechnology #InnovativeEnergy #ArborEnergy 🔋

At Beyond Composite, we transform ocean challenges into regenerative solutions. We design modular artificial reefs built from recovered ocean plastics, turning marine waste into structures that nurture life below the surface. Each module is engineered for adaptability, allowing integration with offshore renewable energy systems, whether wind or solar, to create multifunctional marine infrastructures. Our reefs are more than ecological restoration tools. Using biodegradable substrates, they support algae growth that enhances biodiversity and drives natural carbon sequestration. As the material gradually decomposes, it settles into the seabed, enriching ecosystems and locking carbon back into the ocean floor. This is circular design in motion. Technology that regenerates, not depletes. Beyond Composite: engineering a living ocean for a sustainable blue future. #BeyondComposite #PrismoreCapital #AdvancedMaterials #EngineeringExcellence #Innovation #SustainableTechnology #NextGenMaterials #HighPerformance #IndustrialInnovation

"To unlock biochar’s potential, we need a more consistent, credible market, grounded in proven use cases. Only then can biochar move from a promising tool to a mainstream climate solution." In a new article for Open Access Government, our Chief R&D Officer Alastair Collier and Lead Scientist Dr Sally Wilkinson explore how biochar is proving its power far beyond net zero. From locking away carbon for centuries to improving soil health, boosting food security, and decarbonising construction materials, biochar is already delivering real-world impact. As the article details, biochar is already responsible for 80% of carbon removal deliveries in Q3 2024, and it’s just getting started. At A Healthier Earth, the R&D subsidiary of Pure Data Centres Group, we’re scaling biochar production and applications to help realise its full potential as a credible climate solution. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eusyUVc4

Microalgae: The Cornerstone of a Circular Bioeconomy 🌍 As the world transitions from a linear "take-make-waste" model to a circular bioeconomy, the need for smarter resource transformation has never been greater. Microalgae are emerging as one of the most powerful nature-based technologies - converting CO₂, wastewater, and sunlight into a rich portfolio of bio-based products. 👉From wastewater valorization to biostimulants and biofertilizers, microalgae close nutrient loops while enhancing soil health and agricultural productivity. The same systems also generate biofuels, and bioplastics - turning environmental challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. 👉With new biorefinery concepts, photobioreactor innovations, and advanced strain engineering, microalgae are transforming industries and redefining the limits of circular design. 👉Microalgae are not just green organisms - they are the living engines of a regenerative bioeconomy, driving sustainability, efficiency, and innovation. #Innovation #Technology #Management #DigitalMarketing #Future #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #Microalgae #WasteToValue #Biostimulant #Biofertilizer #GreenTech

US researchers have been awarded $1 million to explore the use of waste-derived biochar in low-carbon concrete. This innovative approach leverages biochar's unique properties to reduce carbon emissions in construction, a sector traditionally known for its carbon intensity. Biochar's ability to sequester CO2 and improve soil health has been documented extensively. Now, its integration into concrete production could position it as a dual-purpose solution—enhancing building materials while contributing to global carbon reduction efforts. The global biochar market is anticipated to grow significantly, driven by its potential in climate change mitigation and sustainable agricultural practices. However, regulatory inconsistencies remain a challenge for commercializing biochar across regions. Standardized guidelines and certifications are crucial to unlocking its full potential. Public awareness and education efforts are also vital to boost consumer demand and drive market growth. Investments in biochar technology could play a pivotal role in advancing the energy transition and supporting a sustainable construction industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d52PRXRh #ClimateTech #CarbonCapture #CCUS #Decarbonized — The Decarbonized team.

A thought that hit me while prepping a few plants for the first frost this weekend 🌱 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗲𝘁 While covering a few plants before the first frost, I started thinking about the ones that don’t need our help. The ones that take over when we’re not looking. Across the U.S., millions of acres are overrun with invasive species like kudzu, knotweed, callery pear, and giant reed. They choke native ecosystems, outcompete healthy growth, and cost millions each year in control efforts. But what if we flipped the script? What if companies in the paper and packaging space committed to consuming 𝗫 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀 per year of invasive-species pulp? At scale, that demand could justify new technology, new machinery, and new supply chains. It could turn what we fight against into something we can build with. Even tech leaders like 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 are already investing in biochar-based carbon removal, turning biomass into a verified climate solution. Imagine applying that same innovation lens to invasive plant material in packaging and fiber production. While the infrastructure for extracting and processing invasive-species pulp isn’t yet mainstream, early research and pilot projects suggest it 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 scalable, which makes an industry-wide commitment all the more powerful. In a way, it’s a 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀. Instead of paying to protect forests, companies could pay to 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 them by removing what doesn’t belong and putting it to use. Let the right things grow. Take the wrong things down. Maybe the next sustainability milestone isn’t planting, it’s unplanting. Because innovation isn’t always about what we create next. Sometimes it’s about what we choose to remove.  #sustainability #packaginginnovation #circulareconomy #growthmindset #environmentalimpact #innovation

We’re proud to see Munster Technological University leading the way with its new Sustainability Strategy. MTU is taking concrete steps to ensure that "sustainability becomes a defining feature of how the University teach, research, engage, and operates."  As part of this initiative, MTU's Department of Tourism and Hospitality has installed a MyGug anaerobic digester on the Bishopstown campus to convert food waste generated in the department into renewable energy and liquid compost. Check out our case study with MTU to discover more on how MyGug is playing a role in MTU's Sustainability Strategy: https://lnkd.in/e56BW3A8 Noel Murray MTU Sustainability #MTU #Sustainability #TourismAndHospitality #Research