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E-Waste is a Cybersecurity Problem, Too

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million metric tons of electronic waste in 2019, up more than 21% over five years, according to the United Nations’ most recent assessment. Only about 17% of that e-waste was recycled, and what happens to the rest can be detrimental for both human health and privacy. The world generated a record 53.6 We have so, so, so many devices.

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IEA: Estonia is pioneering technologies for more efficient and cleaner use of oil shale

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An article in the latest issue of IEA Energy: The Journal of the International Energy Agency reports that Estonia, which has the most developed oil shale industry in the world, is collaborating in pursuing wider use of oil shale in a cleaner, more sustainable manner. Different that shale oil—i.e.,

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Recyclekaro to expand capacity to 75,000 tonne a year with new technology – ET Auto

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New Delhi: Recyclekaro , a prominent player in e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling in India, is gearing up to introduce India’s first Plasma Furnace Technology Unit for the extraction of high-value metals. million tonnes per annum.

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How Eco-Friendly Transportation Boosts Business Success

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Within this category falls transportation and efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of product manufacturing and shipping. Retail and E-Commerce In retail and e-commerce, transportation costs also impact product prices. Your company can switch to a cleaner transportation policy with some strategic planning.

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Biomass fuels: challenges and opportunities – ET Auto

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Lignocellulosic biomass, a renewable and abundant resource, holds great promise for sustainable production of valuable chemicals and fuels, currently derived mainly from oil. The term ‘biofuels’ encompasses solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels primarily derived from biomass, including animal and plant wastes and residues.

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Tech: Renewable Diesel: A Sustainable Substitute

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A Fuel Switch for Today Continues To Evolve In the past, renewable diesel was considered a niche product that failed to attract mainstream investor interest. Renewable diesel can be produced using various technologies including those that process solid biomass, liquid biomass, waste gasification and pyrolysis.

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Why Electrifying the Supply Chain Is More Important Than Ever

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Instead of spending time and money on maintenance and repairs, organizations can spend time improving productivity and leveraging new technologies. Adopting EVs promotes cleaner air, less waste and makes green energy commonplace. Their negative impact on the environment is too much to ignore.