Green Tech
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Largest Solar Project in Eastern US Progresses Despite Market Uncertainty
Mega-solar projects topping 500 megawatts have cropped up in many regions of the U.S., but land constraints have mostly kept such behemoths out...
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The 3 essential elements for the circular jobs of the future
Here's what real benefits for workers and communities can look like, as laid out by Circle Economy.
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How Much Energy Do Data Centers Really Use?
Energy Innovation partners with the independent nonprofit Aspen Global Change Institute (AGCI) to provide climate and energy research updates....
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Is it possible to be zero-waste in a consumer world?
One of the most common problems that has disturbed natural flora and fauna and has had a significant impact on the climate all around the...
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Making stronger concrete with ‘sewage-enhanced’ steel slag
A magnified image of the new concrete variant. A group of researchers say they have shown how a by-product of steelmaking can be used to...
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The Dangers of Road Salt
It’s hard to avoid salt in Ohio in the winter. We need it to keep our roads clear and safe but it also an annoyance as it gets tracked literally...
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DIY Bug Repellants
How many times has your backyard barbecue been interrupted by annoying insects either trying to get your food or get at you? We can prepare for...
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New solution for capturing microplastics before they enter waterways
A scanning electron microscope shows how the microplastic particles are attached to the nanocellulose structure. The diameter of the plastic...
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How to Make Your Coffee Habit More Sustainable
Does the sound of starting your morning without a cup of coffee make you cringe? Well, trust that you are not alone. For many people, coffee is...
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What Rooftop Solar Tells Us About Who’s Participating (And Who Is Not) In The Clean Energy Transition
Energy Innovation partners with the independent nonprofit Aspen Global Change Institute (AGCI) to provide climate and energy research updates....
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How a strong shared sense of purpose can help companies succeed
King Arthur Flour, the oldest flour company in the United States, is an example of purpose in practice.
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The Case For Solar Endowments
University and college endowments in the U.S. looking for strong, sustainable revenue streams would do well to embrace on-site solar generation,...
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Southern California Edison Contracts Mammoth 770MW Energy Storage Portfolio to Replace California Gas Plants
Southern California Edison has signed seven contracts for a combined 770 megawatts of battery energy storage projects, one of the biggest single...
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City of Houston Surprises: 100% Renewable Electricity — $65 Million in Savings in 7 Years
The City is Estimated to See a $9.3 Million Reduction in its Annual Electricity Bill and an Estimated Total Savings of $65 Million Over 7 Years
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Episode 218: What's next for sustainability careers, capitalism in a 'world on fire'
Plus, the role of sustainable finance in the COVID-19 recovery.