Superconducting tape could lead to lower-cost wind power
Wind power is limited in part by how expensive it can be to make each turbine. You may need roughly a ton of rare earth metals per Read More...
‘The Big Issue’ launches blockchain platform to promote impact investing
The Big Issue, a street newspaper sold by the homeless in the U.K. and other countries, is launching a blockchain-driven platform to promote impact investing. Three investment companies — UK Standard Life Aberdeen, U.S. Columbia Threadneedle, and AllianceBernstein — will join The Big Read More...
FedEx expands fleet to add 1,000 Chanje electric vans
FedEx Corp has said that it plans to add 1,000 Chanje electric delivery vans to its fleet of vehicles in a bid to save on fuel and cut down on Read More...
Swedish mining equipment manufacturer will be 100 percent electric in 5 years
After logging 60,000 hours on its first generation electric vehicles, Swedish mining equipment manufacturer Epiroc launched its second generation of electric mining vehicles this month alongside news that it would be electrifying its entire lineup in the next 5 years. The new lineup includes some Read More...
This computer model can monitor groundwater levels in real-time
A reservoir in Finland pumps water from the underground that is so pure it doesn’t require any treatment to make it potable. The natural reservoir is vast enough to serve as the prime water source for as many as 150,000 people. In order to prevent its over-exploitation, scientists have developed Read More...
These natural fragrances are putting synthetic perfumes to shame
Synthetic perfumes can be extremely irritating if you have a sensitive skin or are prone to allergic reactions to their chemical ingredients. Luckily, there are companies that offer organic alternatives to the conventional perfume bottle. Their fragrances are free of harsh chemicals, rely entirely Read More...
These cool windows are made out of transparent wood
A group of scientists developed a transparent window made out of wood that could potentially revolutionize this basic necessity of a home. Compared to glass, the see-through-wood window is less likely to break or shatter, is a better thermal insulator, and distributes light evenly preventing Read More...
Airbnb removes 200 settlement listings from the West Bank
The hospitality service decided to stop its operations in Israel’s disputed territory after continuous pressure from anti-settlement groups and human rights advocates. The West bank is host to 200 Airbnb listings, some in settlements which even Israeli authorities question the legality Read More...
Dealing with past traumas can be crucial in treating addiction
Revisiting past traumas may be a painful experience, but it can be very effective in treating problems of addiction. Opening up to such experiences helps us address the issues that leave us vulnerable to addiction and allows us to move forward in life. Have a look here to see why dealing with past Read More...
These waterless hi-tech toilets could be the answer to urban Africa’s waste problems
About 23 percent of people living in Sub-Saharan Africa don’t have access to toilets while 31 percent with toilets use one’s that aren’t connected to a formal sanitation system. This means that more than half the people in sub-Saharan Africa live without proper sanitation – that’s about Read More...