11-year-old Naboshree Santra from Florida developed biodegradable soilshade balls to reduce water evaporation and help soil retain moisture, earning her a spot in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge finals where she could win $25,000.
University of Maine student Quazeem Tiamiyu developed a safe, bio-based insulation from wood fiber foam, offering a non-toxic alternative to conventional polyurethane in beverage coolers with similar thermal performance, addressing environmental and health concerns.
Guadalajara Stadium (Akron Stadium), home to Chivas, boasts an eco-friendly design inspired by nature, featuring a roof that filters light and collects rainwater, and exterior natural grass for temperature regulation. Renovated for the World Cup, it now has a hybrid pitch, upgraded internet, and LED lighting, with a capacity of 48,000.
Researchers identify common greenwashing tactics in tourism, such as misleading eco-certifications and carbon offsetting. Independent certifications (e.g., GSTC, EarthCheck) and local businesses can help travelers make sustainable choices.
Hyundai Motor Group reported a 2.7% increase in U.S. sales for May, reaching 174,860 units. This growth was driven by a 62.3% surge in eco-friendly vehicle sales, which now constitute 30.1% of the group's total U.S. sales.
Hyundai Motor Group's US sales rose 2.7% in May to 174,860 units, boosted by a 62.3% surge in eco-friendly vehicle sales, which reached a monthly record and accounted for 30.1% of total sales. Hybrid sales also hit a record high.
Chinese researchers have developed a new, eco-friendly method to extract caesium from brine, a rare metal crucial for strategic resources. This breakthrough could significantly boost China's domestic supply, which currently relies heavily on imports.
KOTRA, in collaboration with Busan City and the Busan Marine Equipment Industrial Cooperative, hosted an 'Eco-Friendly Shipbuilding Parts China Expansion Roadshow' in Shanghai and Nantong from April 26-29. The event facilitated participation from 23 South Korean SMEs and mid-sized companies and approximately 30 Chinese buyers, highlighting significant opportunities in China's growing shipbuilding market.
Hanwha Power has signed an MOU with the University of Alberta for joint R&D in eco-friendly energy technologies, including waste heat recovery and carbon capture, as part of Canada's submarine business industrial technology cooperation program.
Everlane, the ethical fashion retailer founded in 2011, has been acquired by L Catterton, a private equity firm. CEO Alfred Chang confirmed the deal in a letter to employees on Friday. The purchase price was not disclosed, and Shein declined to comment.
Among other things, the opening ceremony used a water projection instead of the traditional flame for the torch lighting
Donating clothes seems eco-friendly, but vast amounts of low-quality fast fashion end up as waste in places like Chile's deserts and Indonesia's shorelines. While second-hand markets offer benefits, the sheer volume overwhelms reuse and recycling systems. True solutions lie in reducing production and extending garment life, not just donation bins.
