“The newer, cleaner process, known as waste gasification or pyrolysis, involves cutting and drying non-recyclable trash from homes and offices, such as packaging and bottles, before blasting it with 4,000-degree-Fahrenheit steam and oxygen to break it down into hydrogen and carbon monoxide."
Could Methane Power Clean Tech Adoption?
Molten Industries’ graphite solution promises a potential pathway for domestic production of this critical resource, a precondition for scaling up battery manufacturing and lowering costs for EVs and other clean tech.
This Startup Uses Dead Leaves To Make Paper
More than 60 percent of Americans recycle their paper products, and the paper industry has made strides forward in using recycled materials. However, paper still adds to our landfills more than any other material, making up an estimated 23 percent of America’s solid municipal waste. The Department of Energy estimates that the country’s paper waste...
Air Force pioneering innovative geothermal energy solutions
"'We can’t afford to move at the speed of government anymore. We must be bold and modernize at the speed of the threat,' said Chaudhary. 'Innovations like this will be the margin of victory in future conflicts and also propel our nation to compete and win in the future energy economy.'"
Three Ways Immediate Expensing Helps the Environment
Expensing is an economic and environmental win-win.
Green Energy Useless during Cold Snaps
“Solar power is even less reliable in severe weather conditions. Frigid temperatures are often associated with bright sunny skies, but the temperatures drop way down at night — you know, when there is no sunlight. Also, snow and ice often disable the panels.”
How Trains Can Help Tackle Climate Change
Policymakers must recognize the significant role freight rail plays – not only in reducing emissions – but also in strengthening American supply chains and economic growth.
An Oil Giant Is Spending $100 Million to Preserve U.S. Forests
"TotalEnergies said it would use credits to offset Scope 1 emissions, which come directly from its operations, and Scope 2 emissions from its energy purchases. Those are the types of emissions that the Securities and Exchange Commission said it will require companies to disclose starting in fiscal year 2026."
At this vertical farm, green thumbs aren’t required
"In late May, Bowery opened its third farm, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, which it says will also employ at least 70 people. It plans to open two more facilities in Q1 2023 in the Atlanta, Georgia, and Dallas metro areas."
Eliminating Microplastics And Cutting Emissions With Better Boards
"NILO's process innovates legacy wood fiber board manufacturing by replacing a toxic, carcinogenic, and high carbon footprint adhesive called urea formaldehyde (UF). NILO Binder generates fewer carbon dioxide emissions in its production process and emits no off-gasses, making the manufacturing process safer and more environmentally friendly while producing boards that are healthier to have in one’s home."