Renny Vandewege writes in Forbes about artificial intelligence combatting wildfires. “The promising results of innovation, computing power, and AI may give us the advanced warning and accurate predictions needed to take preventive measures well before the spark ignites.” Read the full article here.
Reduce Mining Regulations to Bolster a Secure Energy Future
To accelerate mining production of rare earth metals and elements, our government will need to modernize regulations to encourage the cleanest, safest and most technologically advanced mines and separation plants ever created to flourish.
Solar panel fields help increase honey production in photovoltaic beehives
Derya Ozdemir of Interesting Engineering writes on one town’s attempts to save bees. “In this photovoltaic installation, the solar plant project — 100 MW and 200 hectares — combines agricultural usage — 3 hectares of aromatic plants: sage, rosemary, oregano, and coriander — and beekeeping with 50 or 60 hives.” Read the full article here.
In a world-first, scientists create eco-friendly cement from algae
"Interestingly, concrete which is primarily made using portland cement, water, and gravel is considered the most consumed material across the globe next to water. Whether it is North America, Europe, or Asia, construction activities can not be imagined without concrete and especially portland cement."
Why there’s still a rational case for climate optimism
Rick Wayman writes in The Hill that there is still a rational case for climate optimism. “The goal of climate restoration is analogous to the goal of net zero emissions, except the time frame is faster, the scale is larger, and the aspiration is higher. It’s not pie in the sky. Since it requires the...
US to plant 1 billion trees as climate change kills forests
"Many forests regenerate naturally after fires, but if the blazes get too intense they can leave behind barren landscapes that linger for decades before trees come back."
SMR Innovation Makes Energy Independent Europe Possible
Nuscale's SMR technology will reduce emissions and bolster energy security in Europe.
You Can Have Your Yellowcake and Eat It Too: Nuclear Solves Climate and Economic Goals Simultaneously
"Nuclear energy’s dual environmental and economic benefits appeal to both environmental activists as well as voters concerned about the economy and energy security, making it the path of least resistance towards combating climate change and ensuring American energy security. We need to take it."
Sharks are misunderstood — and worth protecting
Andrew Rogan writes in The Washington Examiner about the importance of sharks. “The impact of plummeting shark populations might be more subtle than other challenges. But it does impact all of our lives. I know I’ve thrown out a lot of statistics that are difficult to arrive at. Still, the numbers offer a glimpse of...
Project aims to reduce water consumption in food production by 15 to 30%
"The goal is for the plant in Fredericia to be a learning platform for all Carlsberg's breweries worldwide and a best practice case for how to recover water in the industrial sector, says Tenna Skov Thorsted, Sustainability Manager in Carlsberg."