According to the German team, mortality at hydropower stations could be reduced if effective fish protection was installed. Mechanical fish deflectors, adequately installed fish ladders and descent aids, whose functionality must also be continuously checked and ensured, are required, they said. There are numerous reasons why hydropower projects are often resisted by environmental groups. […]
Continue ReadingEveryone looks forward to summer after a long winter and an incredibly wet and cool spring. Yet, all too often, extended heatwaves can ruin the joy of being outside on a hot summer afternoon while you choose to stay indoors where your air conditioner keeps your space cool and comfortable, 68F. But some experts claim […]
Continue ReadingIn the final stages of completion and now fully operational, the MeyGen project in the Pentland Firth is a game changer for tidal energy. Sitting between the islands of Great Britain and Mainland, this small stretch of water has an incredible amount of potential to become home to one of the world’s biggest tidal energy […]
Continue ReadingThere’s nothing worse than going to listen to a podcast or your favorite music on the go, only to find that you have forgotten to charge your wireless headphones and there is no sound to be had, but this could soon be a thing of the past. The Swedish company, Urbanists and global sports brand […]
Continue ReadingSolar energy is widely considered to be the future of renewable energy. Solar panels are now cheaper and more efficient than ever before, and solar energy could feasibly meet a majority of the world’s energy needs by 2050. But solar power has its limitations. Solar panels can only generate electricity during daylight hours, which means […]
Continue ReadingSustainability is important for businesses of all sizes. Not only is it the right thing to do for the planet, but it can also save your company money and improve your reputation with customers and investors. A sustainability policy is a document that outlines your company’s commitment to sustainable practices. It should include a description […]
Continue ReadingThe Raleigh Trace is a fully-featured e-bike that would slot into many people’s idea of what an e-bike should be. With a throttle, pedal assistance, a rack and fenders — it ticks all the boxes for what we expect from that kind of bike. But this isn’t your average city commuter or country road cruiser. […]
Continue ReadingLucid Air EV Today, electric vehicles (EVs) have become the talking point among motor enthusiasts. They offer all of the benefits of driving a typical car, with few of the environmental drawbacks. However, the problem many have with buying EVs is the range they can get. A typical journey in a standard vehicle can last […]
Continue ReadingGreen technology – tech that has a minimal, if any, impact on the environment – has become increasingly commonplace. That hasn’t solely been seen with cars and in the home, but it’s become quite popular in the business world, with there being multiple green technologies small businesses can use. These offer a range of benefits […]
Continue ReadingDrought is without a doubt one of the biggest problems facing the United States. Otherwise financially powerful states like California have been hit by drought for years, and the solution to this problem, many say will come from technology. There are some intriguing solutions that are being suggested in the market today. With around 45% […]
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