8 results for "recycling"
🚀 InnovationIowa Researchers Build Batteries From Waste Glass and Corn
Scientists at Iowa State University are creating ultra-cheap batteries to store wind energy using waste glass, biochar from corn, and sodium. The breakthrough could make renewable energy storage affordable while adding value to Iowa's waste materials.
💡 SolutionsFormer EPA Official: Plastic Crisis Can Be Solved at Source
A new book reveals that nearly half of all plastic ever made has been produced since 2007, proving this is a recent crisis we can still fix. Former EPA administrator Judith Enck argues the solution lies in reducing production, not recycling more.
🚀 InnovationJapan's $17.5B Urban Mining Revolution Powers Green EV Future
Japan is transforming electric vehicle batteries into a treasure trove of valuable resources, creating an inspiring "urban mine" worth billions. Major companies and local governments are joining forces to build an innovative recycling system that could secure the nation's green transportation future while protecting the environment.
🌍 Planet WinsWorld's First Fully-Recyclable 110m Wind Turbine Blade Transforms Green Energy
Ming Yang Smart Energy has unveiled a groundbreaking achievement that could revolutionize renewable energy: the MySE23X, the world's first fully-recyclable carbon fibre wind turbine blade stretching over 110 meters. This innovative technology uses ambient temperature degradation to completely recycle materials, solving one of wind energy's biggest environmental challenges.
💡 SolutionsIndia School Takes Plastic Bags as Tuition, Teaches 100 Students to Save Planet
In Assam, India, an innovative school accepts plastic waste instead of money for tuition fees, transforming 100 students into environmental champions. The Akshar Forum collects over nine kilograms of plastic monthly, turning it into eco-friendly building materials while providing free education and vocational training to children who might otherwise drop out.
💡 SolutionsCalifornia Closes Plastic Bag Loophole, Paves Way for Greener Shopping Future
California's new 2026 carryout bag law successfully closes a major loophole that actually increased plastic waste, marking a decisive step forward in the state's environmental journey. The Golden State is learning valuable lessons about smart regulation and leading the way toward more sustainable shopping practices nationwide.
🌍 Planet WinsCommunities Create Ingenious Solutions to Keep Worn Sneakers Out of Landfills
Environmentally conscious citizens are discovering heartwarming local solutions to one of recycling's toughest challenges: what to do with worn-out sneakers. Thanks to community recycling programs and helpful neighbors sharing knowledge, shoes are finding second lives instead of ending up in landfills.
🌍 Planet WinsMadurai Citizens Rally Together, Collecting Over 3.5 Tonnes of E-Waste in One Day!
In an inspiring show of environmental commitment, residents of Madurai joined forces with the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board to safely collect 3,586 kilograms of electronic waste in a single day. The record-breaking drive brought together NGOs, schools, local bodies, and concerned citizens—all united in protecting their community's ecosystem.