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Unlocking Africa's Ecosystems: A Key to the Planet's Future

September 13, 2024

Africa's ecosystems are the unsung heroes of the continent's future, and by extension, the future of the planet. These natural wonders have been the backbone of African cultures and societies for millennia, supporting an incredible array of biodiversity and playing a critical role in regulating the

opinion

Will the United Nations Summit of the Future Change the Course of Humanity?

September 13, 2024

We're at a crossroads – a perfect storm of wars, inequality, climate change, and technological advancements has left humanity in turmoil. But, instead of giving up, it's time for us to take collective responsibility to shape a better future. The United Nations' Summit of the Future, happening this m

environment

Will Kingston's 'Green' Housing High-Rise Bloom with City Support?

September 12, 2024

Imagine a 15-story building in Kingston's north end, covered in lush greenery, with solar panels and wind turbines generating electricity. Sounds like a futuristic utopia, right? But is it a feasible and sustainable concept? The non-profit developers behind this $115 million project believe they can

environment

A Game-Changing Move Towards Climate-Friendly Batteries: Ohio's New Metals Refinery

September 11, 2024

Imagine a world where the metals crucial to addressing climate change are extracted in an environmentally friendly way, avoiding the damage of open pit mining and preventing metals from ending up in landfills. This is the vision of Nth Cycle, a company that's pioneering a new approach to extracting

technology

The Future of Startups: Trends to Watch in 2024 and Beyond

September 11, 2024

Imagine a world where startups revolutionize industries, disrupt traditional business models, and create new opportunities. Cryptocurrencies and fintech are making waves, with startups creating new payment systems and revolutionizing the way we handle our finances. Artificial intelligence is no long

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Can Direct-Air Capture Technology Really Reverse Climate Change?

September 11, 2024

Google's $10 million deal with Holocene aims to support the development of direct-air capture (DAC) technology, which removes carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. But does it sound too good to be true? Before we dive into the tech, let's consider the bigger picture: what if DAC's high cost

technology

The Uncertain Future of Open-Rotor Engine Technology: A Game-Changer or a Flash in the Pan?

September 11, 2024

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury is cautiously optimistic about CFM's open-rotor engine technology, but is it enough to convince the industry? The innovative design features a massive 14-foot diameter fan, non-rotating variable-pitch stators, and the promise of improved fuel efficiency. But can it deli

business

Gen Z: Reshaping Finance's Future

September 10, 2024

What if I told you that the future of finance hinges on understanding Generation Z? That's right, those born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s are set to transform our industry more than any generation before them. But here's the catch: they're not interested in business as usual. Consider this: des

business

Uzbekistan-Utah: A Drone Love Story

September 10, 2024

Meraque Group, a Malaysian startup that's all about making drones do the heavy lifting in agriculture, has hitched its wagon to Uzbekistan's Ministry of Agriculture. The two signed a MoU, with Shakhobjon Sharifov, Director of an 'Administrative and Economic Service', and Razali Ismail, Meraque's CEO

environment

Can This Gigantic Battery Recycling Plant Save the EV Revolution?

September 10, 2024

A new, massive battery recycling plant is being built in Germany by Cylib, a startup backed by Porsche and Bosch. This facility, costing over 180 million euros ($200 million), is expected to be the biggest of its kind in Europe, capable of recycling 30,000 metric tons of end-of-life batteries each y