Sustainability

Perovskite--Silicon Tandem Solar
Solar is already cheap, widespread, and getting better every year. But it’s starting to hit a very ordinary constraint: space.
By Futoshi Tachino5 months ago in Earth
Earth Day 2026: Nature already has the most potent climate solutions
Every year on Earth Day, high-tech climate solutions—such as carbon-extraction devices, cutting-edge energy innovations, and ambitious billion-dollar experiments—are frequently highlighted.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Earth
Pyrolysis Technology for Plastic Waste Recycling: A State-of-the-Art Review. AI-Generated.
Plastics are everywhere. They wrap our food, house our electronics, and build our cars. They are versatile, durable, and cheap. But these same qualities have become a curse. By the end of 2015, over 6,300 million metric tons of plastic waste had been generated, and most of it ended up in landfills or the natural environment . Unlike biomass, plastic does not degrade easily. It persists for centuries, fragmenting into micro- and nano-particles that threaten ecosystems and human health .
By Mark Lim 5 months ago in Earth
San Francisco Tribune’s GreenTech Power List Signals the Industrial Reinvention of the Energy Economy
The release of the San Francisco Tribune GreenTech Power List has landed at a moment when climate technology is no longer defined by experimentation, but by execution at an industrial scale. Across energy, materials, agriculture, and software, a new class of companies is quietly reshaping the physical backbone of the global economy. The emphasis is shifting away from isolated innovation toward systems that can operate inside the constraints of real infrastructure, capital cycles, and heavy industry.
By TVC 5 months ago in Earth
The Tyre-to-Oil Industry Chain from a Circular Economy Perspective. AI-Generated.
The rapid growth of the global automobile industry has led to a dramatic increase in waste tires. Every year, millions of end-of-life tires are discarded worldwide, creating significant environmental challenges. Traditional disposal methods such as landfilling or open burning not only waste valuable resources but also cause serious pollution. In response, the tyre to oil industry has emerged as a sustainable solution that aligns closely with the principles of the circular economy.
By Bestonpyrolysis5 months ago in Earth
From Rubber Waste to Renewable Fuel: How Tyre-to-Oil Plants Drive a Closed-Loop Economy. AI-Generated.
Every year, over 1.5 billion tyres reach the end of their life. Stacked in landfills or dumped illegally, these rubber giants become breeding grounds for disease and fire hazards that can burn for months. But hidden inside that seemingly worthless black circle is a reservoir of energy. Enter the tyre-to-oil plant – a technological bridge between waste management and energy recovery that is redefining the circular economy.
By beston5 months ago in Earth
Countries that might vanish in the next 50 years
Right now, somewhere in the world, a country is disappearing. Not in a movie. Not in a history book. In real time. The maps we grew up with — the ones pinned to classroom walls — may look completely different fifty years from now. And the scary part? This has happened before. The Roman Empire. The Soviet Union. Yugoslavia. All gone. All once thought permanent. So the question is — which countries on today's map are next?
By Shirley Oyiadom5 months ago in Earth
5 Activities to Celebrate Earth Day
You might be skeptical and think one person can't affect climate change or water pollution, but you may change your mind when you see how even the smallest actions add up. When people around you take eco-conscious steps, like recycling or composting organic leftovers, it becomes easier to join in and do your part. In this post, I share simple ways to do something useful for the planet and say thank you to our common home, Planet Earth.
By Alesia Chumakova5 months ago in Earth
Turning Every Inch of Wood Residue into a Medal for Earth. AI-Generated.
In our hyper-connected world, we are accustomed to the instantaneous flow of information, yet we often overlook nature’s most primitive gift: wood. For too long, the fallen branches scattered across forest floors, the sawdust left behind in furniture factories, and the trimmings from urban landscaping have met a dismal end—either left to rot or tossed into landfills. This is not just a massive waste of resources; it is a silent betrayal of our atmosphere.
By beston5 months ago in Earth
Biomass Pyrolysis from Agricultural Waste: A New Growth Point for Rural Carbon Neutrality and the Bioeconomy. AI-Generated.
Agricultural waste is often seen as a problem—piles of straw, husks, and other residues that farmers struggle to dispose of. Yet, these same materials hold immense potential as a source of renewable energy and sustainable economic growth. One of the most promising solutions is biomass pyrolysis, a process that converts agricultural waste into bio-oil, biochar, and syngas through thermal decomposition in the absence of oxygen. Establishing a biomass pyrolysis plant in rural areas offers not only energy production but also contributes significantly to carbon neutrality and the development of a local bioeconomy.
By beston5 months ago in Earth
Native American Ceremony
Author's note: Years ago, I was in a meeting when some women who came down from the tar sands in Canada had come to speak with women about our water being in trouble. They said it was important for our families, for their future, and for all of us. And that it is the women's job to care for the water.
By Denise E Lindquist5 months ago in Earth
The Larger Buildings Harmed The Climate | New York City Wants to Make That Different
The landmark climate bill Support: Approximately one hundred individuals passionately chanted their support for a historic climate measure on the steps of New York City's City Hall last week.
By Laura Hoover5 months ago in Earth