How to Encourage Startups and Innovation in 2025 [Thoughts]

How to Encourage Startups and Innovation in 2025 [Thoughts] Hey, it’s Devansh 👋👋 A lot of us are very excited about the future of Agentic AI. Agents is a series dedicated to exploring the research around Agents to facilitate the discussions that will create the new generation of Language Models/AI Systems. If you have any …

RecyClass paves the way for plastic circularity with enhanced Recyclability Methodology

RecyClass paves the way for plastic circularity with enhanced Recyclability Methodology A new version of the Recyclability Methodology [1] has been published in anticipation of upcoming legislative changes. This update ensures continuous support for the plastic value chain in the transition towards circularity. The recyclability classification system of the RecyClass methodology, originally composed of six …

One‐Step Recovery and Regeneration Technology for Discarded Lithium‐Ion Battery Cathode Materials

One‐Step Recovery and Regeneration Technology for Discarded Lithium‐Ion Battery Cathode Materials Fossil fuels have been instrumental in propelling the rapid advancement of human civilization. However, the carbon emissions resulting from their combustion have given rise to environmental challenges. The notable increase in the sales of new energy vehicles has positively contributed to lowering fuel consumption …

INOX Air Products launches green hydrogen plant

INOX Air Products launches green hydrogen plant INOX Air Products, India’s largest manufacturer of industrial, electronic and medical gases, on Friday announced commissioning of its first green hydrogen manufacturing plant at Asahi India Glass Limited’s (AIS) greenfield float glass facility at Soniyana in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. AIS, India’s leading glass manufacturer, has entered into a 20-year …

Study: Economic Uncertainty Diverting Executive Attention From Sustainability

Study: Economic Uncertainty Diverting Executive Attention From Sustainability It’s the economy stupid, and it seems that a lot of executives are using their brain power on their current worries rather than on the climate concerns of tomorrow—despite those concerns materializing in the here and now. Executives are focused on meeting current economic challenges, putting intensifying …

EU Council delays CSRD and CSDDD sustainability reporting

EU Council delays CSRD and CSDDD sustainability reporting In a significant move aimed at easing the regulatory burden, EU member states in the European Council have greenlit the European Commission’s directive to postpone crucial sustainability reporting and due diligence mandates. According to ESG Today, this directive, known as the ‘stop-the-clock’, is a pivotal part of …

Supplier Stories: EO Charging on innovation in the fast lane

Supplier Stories: EO Charging on innovation in the fast lane How advances in charging technology and interoperability are helping to boost EV adoption. By Richard Earl, head of R&D, EO Charging. Richard Earl, head of R&D, EO Charging Over the past 10 years, the electric vehicle charging industry has rapidly expanded, driven by technological advances, …

Life cycle assessment of enhanced materials recovery from LTO-rich anode waste recycling via froth flotation

Life cycle assessment of enhanced materials recovery from LTO-rich anode waste recycling via froth flotation 1. Introduction The European Union (EU) is developing numerous strategies and policies aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 to all societal activities and sectors. According to the Progress on the competitiveness of clean energy technologies (European Commission, 2023) Li-ion batteries …

Efficientamento energetico, in arrivo 1,381 miliardi di euro del PNRR

Efficientamento energetico, in arrivo 1,381 miliardi di euro del PNRR 28/03/2025 – Sta per essere pubblicato il decreto che avvia il piano di efficientamento energetico dell’edilizia residenziale pubblica e delle abitazioni di famiglie a basso reddito finanziato con 1 miliardo e 381 milioni di euro del PNRR.   Ieri la Conferenza Unificata ha dato il via …

The supply chain trends to watch in 2025: Tech, resilience and sustainability

The supply chain trends to watch in 2025: Tech, resilience and sustainability The supply chain landscape is evolving rapidly as businesses adapt to new technologies, shifting consumer demands and global market changes. Looking at the year ahead and beyond, the focus is on efficiency, resilience and sustainability. Here’s a look at what the modern supply …

Make in India is revolutionizing the automotive story

Make in India is revolutionizing the automotive story Press Release, 27 March 2025 Introduction Launched in 2014, the Make in India initiative has significantly transformed India’s automobile industry, fostering domestic car production and accelerating electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. Over the past decade, policy reforms, fiscal incentives, and infrastructure development have positioned India as a key global automotive hub. The sector has attracted substantial investments, spurred innovation, and increased …

Rotterdam announces €500K Circular Innovation Fund to support local SMEs: How to Apply?

Rotterdam announces €500K Circular Innovation Fund to support local SMEs: How to Apply? The municipality of Rotterdam has announced the availability of €500,000 in funding specifically aimed at promoting circular innovations among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).  This initiative is designed to assist a range of businesses, from budding startups with novel concepts to established …

Balancing Innovation and Sustainability: How Climate Action Can Support the Tech Industry.

Balancing Innovation and Sustainability: How Climate Action Can Support the Tech Industry. Balancing Innovation And Sustainability: How The Tech Industry Can Combat Climate Change The pursuit of climate neutrality has transformed the tech industry, Tempted to explore innovative solutions that simultaneously promote and reduce carbon emissions. As demand for clean energy grows, companies are tasked …

Climate-responsive paint: An adaptable innovation for energy efficient materials

Climate-responsive paint: An adaptable innovation for energy efficient materials Industrial designer Joe Doucet has developed an innovative climate-responsive paint that could revolutionize how buildings interact with their environment, Fast Company reported. The groundbreaking thermochromic paint changes colour based on the outside temperature. Its inventor says, “By shifting with the seasons, colour passively reduces the energy …

Project Nexus: £1.9 Million Collaboration for Developing Eco-Friendly Bioprocessing Materials

Project Nexus: £1.9 Million Collaboration for Developing Eco-Friendly Bioprocessing Materials Innovate UK (IUK) has announced  Project Nexus, a £1.9 million collaboration between industry and academia aimed at advancing sustainable bioprocessing materials. This initiative brings together Photocentric, Sartorius, Metamorphic, CPI, the University of Sheffield, and Imperial College London, with the goal of developing bio-based materials for …