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Illuminating Innovation: The Bright Business Potential of Bioluminescent Plants
In a pioneering leap towards sustainable living and green technology, the latest advancements in bioluminescent plant research have unlocked a myriad of possibilities for businesses across various sectors. This breakthrough, spearheaded by the innovative efforts of Light Bio and supported by findings from Ginkgo Bioworks, signifies a monumental shift in how we approach eco-friendly lighting solutions. By harnessing a single gene capable of converting living energy into light, these glowing plants offer a sustainable, visually captivating alternative to traditional lighting, setting the stage for a greener future.
Iberostar Achieves 12% Emissions Reduction Ahead of Schedule
The luxury hotel brand achieves a 12% global reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
Mars Net Zero Roadmap
Mars published an open-source action plan – the Mars Net Zero Roadmap – to accelerate action toward achieving net zero emissions by 2050, including a new SBTI-approved target to cut carbon in half by 2030 across its full value chain. As part of the action plan, Mars...
Caterpillar Demonstrates Hydrogen Backup Power Supply for Data Centers
In a collaboration with Microsoft and Ballard Power Systems, Caterpillar says it successfully demonstrated the use of large-format hydrogen fuel cells to provide a reliable and clean energy option for power-intensive data centers.
Lingrove Receives $10 Million for Increased Production of Climate-Friendly Construction Material
Funding will support increased production of ekoa, a material made from plant fibers that is able to replace plastics, metals, laminates, and wood in interior applications.
Baxter’s New Pilot Targets Intravenous Bag Recycling for Hospitals
The company says more than 6 tons of polyvinyl chloride IV bag waste have been diverted from landfills in the first part of the project in Chicago.
Hitachi Releases Hydrogen-Powered Generator
The units are emissions free and can be used where power grid connections are impractical and where diesel generators are not an option, such as construction sites in remote locations or noise and pollution-sensitive cities as well as mining sites, data centers, or as emergency backup energy for hospitals and hotels.
Research Finds Increased Student Demand for Low-Impact Meals
Chartwells Higher Education and HowGood have found that using climate labeling for dining hall menu items significantly increased student demand for sustainable food.
GE Healthcare, ReLink Medical Target Medical Waste for Healthcare Providers
“A potential and often overlooked source of expense for providers is medical device waste, which includes aging, or end-of-life, medical devices that sit idle in a healthcare provider’s inventory,” says Mohamed El-Demerdash, president of GE Healthcare.