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Held under the theme "Science and Technology – The Key to Advancing a Circular Economy", the event reflected the spirit of a Politburo resolution on the promotion of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation. The Packaging Recycling Organisation Vietnam (PRO Vietnam) considers this policy a guiding framework for its future strategy, starting from 2025, to modernise its collection and recycling ecosystem and foster stronger multilateral cooperation. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Minh Ngan made a speech Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Minh Ngan emphasised that recent legislative reforms, including the Law on Environmental Protection, are designed to drive behavioural change at the household level. "The law requires waste to be sorted at the source and introduces a volume, or weight-based waste fee, instead of a flat rate. This encourages collection and sorting, which enhances recycling r...

TAIPEI , June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Shinec Joint Stock Company, the developer of Nam Cau Kien Industrial Park (IP), officially launched its ESG application platform, " Shinec Digital Green Economy ," marking a significant milestone on its journey toward sustainable development. This event not only represents a major step in the comprehensive digitalization of the IP's operational management but also affirms Nam Cau Kien's pioneering role in creating an eco-industrial park, advancing towards Net-Zero targets, and unlocking the potential for carbon credit generation. TPIsoftware supports the park sustainability initiative with the "Shinec Digital Green Economy" platform, a comprehensive solution powered by the company's GreenSwift (smart carbon management platform) and ElectriSwift (smart energy management system), with GGI Technology serving as the ESG consultant. The platform functions as an intelligent IP management sy...

Alternate wetting and drying is a climate-resilient rice farming solution and pathway to carbon credit markets When applied to rice farming, AWD promotes efficient water use and significantly reduces methane emissions from paddy fields. Alternating wet and dry soil conditions foster aerobic processes and suppress the activity of anaerobic microorganisms, the main contributors to greenhouse gas emissions in flooded fields. Emission reductions are achieved through precise cultivation techniques and strict monitoring procedures, from controlling water levels to determining optimal irrigation timing. This model lowers emissions and allows for measurable outcomes that can be converted into carbon credits. It incentivises farmers to maintain and expand the model while building a bridge between agricultural production and sustainable markets committed to emission reduction. Provinces like Nghe An can progressively develop emission reduction verification systems...

As electronics shrink , they require smaller components—including for energy storage. Batteries store a lot of energy but deliver power more slowly, whereas supercapacitors can rapidly charge and discharge but don’t hold much energy. This is the case not only for larger bulk batteries and supercapacitors, but also at much smaller scales, with both micro-batteries and micro-supercapacitors having the same limitations as their bigger counterparts. Now researchers from University College London (UCL) have developed a hybrid energy storage option that offers a better balance between storage capacity and discharge rates . The component, c alled a zinc-ion micro-capacitor (ZIMC), could one day find its way into compact devices, such as wearables, medical implants, and IoT devices. “It wasn’t our aim to outperform micro-batteries and micro-supercapacitors in every way,” says Buddha Deka Boruah, a lecturer in energy storage at UCL, “but to create a middle-ground dev...

Scientists in China have announced the creation of pure-red perovskite light-emitting diodes (PeLEDs) that are the brightest and most efficient ever made. The breakthrough, achieved by a team at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), solves a critical flaw that has previously limited the performance of these highly promising materials. The research team has successfully engineered PeLEDs that hit a peak external quantum efficiency of 24.2% and a stunning maximum brightness of 24,600 candelas per square meter (cd m −2 ). Pure-red PeLEDs are considered crucial for the development of next-generation vivid displays and energy-efficient lighting solutions. However, a fundamental trade-off between efficiency and brightness has long hampered their progress. This was due to “carrier leakage” in commonly used 3D mixed-halide perovskite materials like CsPbI 3−x ​Br x ​, where electrical charges would escape before they could be conver...

Renewable energy is changing the scene of global power with its cleaner, more sustainable substitutes for fossil fuels. Five top renewable energy sources—solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass—are leading the charge as the globe works on energy security and addresses climate change. These technologies promise financial development, energy independence, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Solar Energy: Harnessing the Power of the Sun Solar energy is one of the fastest-growing renewable sources worldwide. Photovoltaic cells are at the heart of solar energy systems, converting sunlight into electricity. Over the years, solar technology has advanced to become more affordable and efficient. It is highly versatile and suitable for large-scale solar farms and small residential setups. This has led to a significant increase in solar power adoption, with rooftop solar installations in countries like Australia rising by 16% in early 2025. Countries like China, India, a...

An innovative demonstration plant dedicated to continuous carbon mineralization is now up and running in the Netherlands. Paebbl , a carbon utilization company, built the groundbreaking demo plant in Rotterdam and launched it in March. The Carbon Herald called the facility "a major leap forward in scaling sustainable construction materials." Carbon mineralization is a process that stores CO2 as a solid mineral through a chemical reaction, according to the United States Geological Survey . It also prevents carbon from escaping back into the atmosphere. Per the Carbon Herald , the new demo plant uses a mineral called olivine to absorb CO2 into supplementary cementitious materials. The continuous process offers a low-carbon alternative to traditional cement while still meeting the similar demands of large-scale construction. Cement production is responsible for around 8% of global carbon pollution, per CBS News . If the ...

A new technique that uses soundwaves to separate materials for recycling could help prevent potentially harmful chemicals leaching into the environment. Researchers at the University of Leicester have achieved a major milestone in fuel cell recycling, advancing techniques to efficiently separate valuable catalyst materials and fluorinated polymer membranes (PFAS) from catalyst-coated membranes (CCMs). The articles are published in RSC Sustainability and Ultrasonic Sonochemistry . This development addresses critical environmental challenges posed by PFAS—often referred to as "forever chemicals"—which are known to contaminate drinking water and have serious health implications. The Royal Society of Chemistry has urged government intervention to reduce PFAS levels in UK water supplies. Fuel cells and water electrolyzers, essential components of hydrogen-powered energy systems, powering cars, trains and buses, depend on CCMs contai...

In today’s swiftly changing landscape, where sustainability and technological advancements drive economic trends, numerous companies face constant exposure to innovative practices aimed at maximizing outcomes each day. Businesses and institutions host sophisticated seminars and conferences aimed at introducing individuals to fresh concepts. However, numerous such gatherings over time have not fulfilled participant requirements, suggesting that some crucial element might be absent. The key question to consider is whether there is an appropriate combination of resource people and participants at these events? The reality is, we must recognize that significant and noticeable transformation can only occur when individuals who are familiar with the path assume leadership roles. In order to create the necessary impact through technology and ensure sustainability occurs, these efforts should be led by specialists. The S.O.F.T Conference, scheduled for August in Dubai, United ...

This enhances the effectiveness of long UVA blockage by 24.8%. Kolmar Korea Has introduced "UV-DUO PLUS," a combined composite sunscreen stabilization technology that boosts UV protection and enhances the application process. The technology involves coating inorganic sunscreen particles with organic compounds, which stops them from clumping together and ensures they spread evenly. This addresses a major problem in hybrid sunscreens, where spaces within the UV protective layer can reduce their efficiency. Clinical trials indicate that UV-DUO PLUS enhances the blocking efficacy of long-wavelength ultraviolet light (long UVA) by 24.8% at 400 nm when contrasted with traditional sunscreens. The technology behind this product has been patented in South Korea by Kolmer Korea and they are currently seeking international patent protection. The firm, commanding over 70% of South Korea’s ...