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77 % of Construction-Phase Plastics are Recyclable But End Up in Waste Streams

The Construction Plastics Initiative reveals that 77 % of construction plastics are recyclable, although they currently end up in waste streams. The new study sheds light on the recycling potential of these plastics.

By Akshatha Chandrashekar 13 May 2026

Electric Vehicles Offer Lower Emissions Despite Regional Climate Differences

Despite regional variability in climate, electricity sources, congestion, and the wide variation in individual driving patterns, electric vehicles generate less greenhouse gas emissions and do not cost more than comparable gas-powered vehicles for drivers and vehicle fleet owners in most parts of the United States, according to a new study by MIT researchers.

12 May 2026

Study Finds We're One Step Closer to Solar Hydrogen

A German study reveals a solar-powered system achieving 31.3 % efficiency in hydrogen production, advancing the viability of green hydrogen technology.

By Dr. Noopur Jain 12 May 2026

Enfield Apartments to Receive Fully-Funded Rooftop Solar in UK-First for Direct Resident Bill Savings

National property developer and investor Zunikh has partnered with solar company Gryd to deploy fully-funded solar on a new-build apartment block in Enfield - the first apartment scheme to benefit from this model.

11 May 2026

New Research will Use Sustainable Smouldering Technology to Tackle Nuclear Waste

A new research project will investigate an emerging, sustainable waste treatment technology based on smouldering combustion to efficiently treat nuclear graphite waste.

11 May 2026

Oil Crisis: IDTechEx Explores What Sustainable Aviation Fuel Means for Energy Security

The transportation sector needs to decarbonize globally by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.

From IDTechEX Ltd 11 May 2026

Topsoe and BioVeritas Sign Agreement to Accelerate Second-Generation Renewable Fuels Production

Topsoe, a leading global provider of advanced technology and solutions for the energy transition, has entered into an agreement with Texas based, BioVeritas, a sustainable fuels and chemicals technology company commercializing a platform to unlock advantaged feedstocks for existing infrastructure.

From Topsoe 11 May 2026

TALENT ALERT: Australia’s First Climate Change Case to Reach the High Court — And the World is Watching

On 13 May 2026, the High Court of Australia will hear the nation's first ever climate change case to reach our highest court – a landmark moment that will set a binding national precedent on whether Australian planning authorities are legally required to consider the local climate impacts of fossil fuel project approvals.

8 May 2026

Emerging Technologies Disconnected From Our Future Climate-Constrained Energy Realities, New Report Finds

Large-scale technology trends and evolving everyday practices, from AI-driven systems and electrified homes to remote care and hybrid work, are likely to place increasing demands on the electricity system.

8 May 2026

EV Li-ion Batteries Market Set to Reach US$ 320 Billion by 2036

The market for Li-ion batteries in electric vehicles (EVs) is set to grow from US$170 billion in 2026 to US$320 billion in 2036, representing a CAGR of 6.5 %.

8 May 2026

Life in the Fast Lane: Electric Cars Hit Price Parity with Petrol on Monthly Lease

Electric cars have hit a major tipping point in the UK: many models now cost the same as – or even less than – petrol cars on a monthly lease.

8 May 2026

Scientists Develop Smart Solar-Hydrogen System for Continuous Hospital Power

AI-driven optimization of a solar-hydrogen system offers hospitals a sustainable energy solution, enhancing reliability and producing medical-grade oxygen.

By Akshatha Chandrashekar 6 May 2026

Wren Creates the UK’s Largest Single-Roof Solar Installation

Installation of the UK’s largest single-roof solar array – 6.6 MW - is set to begin later this month at the Barton-upon-Humber manufacturing plant of one of the UK’s leading kitchen and bedroom retailers, Wren, as part of the company’s commitment to building a more sustainable business.

6 May 2026

Record-Breaking Turbine Blades Arrive at Mill Rig Wind Farm

The delivery of the longest turbine blades ever to be installed at a UK onshore wind farm is now underway, marking a major milestone in the development of Mill Rig Wind Farm in South Lanarkshire.

6 May 2026

Tree Bark Could Help Clean Water and Air

Eucalyptus bark, usually stripped from logs and treated as waste, could be repurposed to help clean polluted water, filter dirty air and capture carbon dioxide, according to new research from RMIT University.

6 May 2026