♻️ Green Tech
Green Tech is an important part of the solution of climate change and other enviromental problems. Here you will find articles covering recycling, water purifying and tech used to conserve and protect natural resources. Also, news about Warp Green Tech Program will be found here.
🥤 Nanoplastics may not be as harmful as we thought
A study shows that nanoplastics are not as dangerous for plankton as we thought. The plastics break down faster than expected.
🌞 More expensive to keep coal plants running than to build new renewable
It is now cheaper to build new wind and solar power production, than to keep coal-fired power plants operating.
🔋 Old Batteries from Electric Vehicles Get New Life Powering California’s Grid
A startup based in California has saved thousands of old and used vehicle batteries from landfills by turning them into an energy storage facility.
🚜 Emissions of greenhouse gases from fertilizer can be reduced by 80 percent
Researchers have calculated the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by agricultural fertilizers and found ways to reduce emissions by 80 percent.
⚡ Scientists convert scrap metal into electricity
Combustion of metal powder makes it possible to store energy from solar and wind power and get electricity from it when we need it most.
🍄 Fungi and bacteria will help industry reduce emissions
The same process that breaks down rock into gravel can be used to capture carbon dioxide from industry.
🍫 Nestlé Pilots Recyclable Paper in Australia
KitKat’s parent company Nestlé has recently announced a pilot program to test compostable and recyclable paper packaging for their chocolate bars.
🧲 Magnets remove dangerous "forever chemicals" from water
A new method for removing “forever chemicals” from water. A solution is added to contaminated water, making the chemicals and contaminants magnetic which allows them to be easily attracted.
🏡 3D printed houses in 24 hours
Mighty Buildings uses a 20-foot-high printer inside a warehouse to print small homes in just 24 hours.