Farmblox and Eion have entered a strategic partnership to enhance how carbon sequestration is monitored and verified across agricultural landscapes. With support from a prominent CO₂ removal credit buyer, the joint initiative will implement next-generation carbon tracking systems across more than 10,000 acres of farmland in Virginia. The effort focuses on real-time measurement of Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) using integrated...
A new AI-powered recycling solution is streamlining waste operations and improving material recovery at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Developed by alumni-founded startup rStream, the mobile system uses computer vision and artificial intelligence to automate sorting, helping institutions address common inefficiencies in traditional recycling programs. Automated Waste Sorting Using AI and Computer Vision The rStream trailer...
A recent study published by NatureServe delivers a critical insight for businesses tied to agriculture, land management, and sustainability initiatives: over 22% of North America’s native pollinator species are now facing elevated extinction risks. The research spans nearly 1,600 species—including bees, beetles, and butterflies—signaling a growing vulnerability within the continent’s ecological and economic infrastructure. Particularly concerning are...
As California continues to face long-term wildfire impact, sustainable construction company Hempitecture has expanded operations into Southern California. The Boise-based manufacturer has opened a new fulfillment hub near Los Angeles to help meet growing demand for resilient, eco-conscious building materials across the wildfire-affected region. Expanding Regional Access to Fire-Resistant Building Materials Hempitecture’s expansion establishes a regional...
Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and remote sensing technologies are reshaping how global agriculture addresses food security challenges. A recent study introduces a Bayesian Probabilistic Updating Model (BPUM) that leverages historical data and real-time satellite imagery to enable early crop identification with high accuracy. This innovation signals a paradigm shift in how agricultural stakeholders can manage...
The Environmental Appeals Board (EAB) of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted a motion for voluntary remand, effectively withdrawing the Clean Air Act permit for the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Project. The March 14, 2025, decision follows a petition by Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (SLBI), citing environmental concerns, and aligns with a...
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has taken a significant step toward integrating geothermal energy solutions across military installations, designating eleven American companies as “Awardable” under the U.S. Air Force’s geothermal initiative. This recognition, facilitated through the Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace, streamlines procurement for the rapid deployment of cutting-edge geothermal technologies to enhance national security...
A $200 million EPA grant aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Minnesota’s food systems is generating significant interest from businesses, nonprofits, and local governments. Administered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), the funding will support efforts to make food production, transportation, and waste management more sustainable while improving food security and public health....
As the fight against climate change intensifies, carbon capture technology has become a critical solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Leading this innovation is Corning’s ceramic honeycomb substrate—originally designed to reduce vehicle emissions, now repurposed to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) at an industrial scale. Carbon capture extracts CO2 from the atmosphere or industrial exhaust streams...
The 2024 Global Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Census reveals an industry at the cutting edge of technological transformation. As farms scale and optimize operations, the adoption of smart technology, AI, and renewable energy is accelerating. These innovations are driving efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in an industry poised to reshape global food production. AI and Automation:...
