Innovation & Technology
The latest products, services, design approaches and business models that are helping organizations of all sizes deliver on their sustainability ambitions and establish a new business as usual
Aspen Vodka Raises Spirits Sustainability to a Whole New Level
Aspen Distillers’ new, carbon-negative facility — the world’s first LEED Platinum-certified distillery — includes a parcel dedicated to regenerative agriculture and pioneering water re-entry processes, and is designed for net-positive energy ... View More
Pilot Study Uses Recycled Glass to Grow Salsa Ingredients, Protect Coastlines
The researchers think adding glass to soil could help prevent wind erosion in coastal regions and ecosystems whose preservation is an increasingly valuable aspect of climate resilience. ... View More
This Startup Floats a Biomimetic Solution to Microplastic Pollution
PolyGone Systems has developed the world's first portable, affordable, low-maintenance microplastic collection device — aiming to help restore the health of waterways and marine life worldwide. ... View More
3D Printing Driving Rapid Development of Ford EVs
Remaining competitive in the increasingly crowded EV market will require all automakers to continue integrating cutting-edge technologies and new materials, processes and machinery. ... View More
Coca-Cola Adds Wastewater-to-Energy Tech to Circular Manufacturing Toolbox
Pipeline Organics’ technology will convert sugar-rich wastewater into clean, cost-effective renewable electricity to help power CCEP’s food and drink manufacturing operations. ... View More
US Invests $2.2B Into Grid Upgrades for Climate Resilience
Projects will add nearly 13 GW of energy capacity to support more manufacturing, data centers and renewable power; catalyze nearly $10B in public-private investments and create thousands of jobs. ... View More
Nissan’s ‘Cool Paint’ Will Cut Car-Interior Heat, Energy Use
The paint's cooling performance is most noticeable when a vehicle is parked in the sun for an extended period. Keeping the interior cooler helps reduce load to the A/C — and in electric vehicles, draw on the battery. ... View More
MIT Team Creates Clean Hydrogen with Seawater, Soda Cans, Caffeine
The engineers believe they have discovered the recipe for running a sustainable hydrogen reactor, which they plan to test first in marine and underwater vehicles. ... View More
New Tool Identifies Top States, Cities for US Cleantech Manufacturing, Investment
RMI’s Clean Growth Tool provides policymakers and investors with a guide to development, manufacturing and job opportunities for a variety of low-carbon and clean-energy solutions and industries in all 50 states. ... View More
A Cracking New Use for Shellfish Waste: Extending the Life of Produce
University of Maryland researchers have developed a new type of porous material made of chitosan and copper to spray on fresh produce that absorbs chemical pesticides, extends shelf life and easily washes off. ... View More
Upright: The World’s First Database for Measuring Corporate Net Impacts
The Upright Project’s net-impact model measures companies’ positive and negative impacts on the environment, health, society and knowledge — enabling smarter decision-making for investors, companies and their customers. ... View More
Americans Back Sustainable Tech Growth and Education, Jobs to Support It
While some climate-mitigation efforts can be polarizing, a new survey by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation reveals significant public support for investments in sustainable technologies. ... View More
Will New Ecodesign Regulation Make Sustainable Products the Norm for EU Consumers?
Brands, take heed: This legislation will apply to all products that are sold in Europe, not just manufactured in the region — impacting manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers and sellers all around the world. ... View More
Foodtech Innovators Spill the Beans on Climate-Proofing Coffee
These two startups are fundamentally changing how coffee is produced — by eliminating the need for beans altogether, and repurposing food waste along the way. ... View More
This Nepalese B Corp Illustrates a Holistic Model for Sustainable Development
Shah Hemp Innoventures turns typically wasted ‘weeds’ into a resource for literally building a more sustainable, equitable economy. ... View More
Purdue Researchers Aim to Prevent Wildfires by ‘Studying Every Tree’
Purdue University’s Institute for Digital Forestry is developing a variety of remote-sensing solutions that can enhance the ability to determine the probability and magnitude of wildfires at a given location. ... View More
Starbucks, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo Lead Brands Launching First City-Wide Reuse System
The collaboration, led by the NextGen Consortium, makes reusable cups the default option in over 30 national and local restaurants across the City of Petaluma, California. ... View More
Is the US Energy Sector Prepared for Increasingly Powerful Tropical Storms?
Not only do renewable-energy systems reduce air pollution and carbon emissions — their decentralized nature offers an additional, fail-safe advantage over our conventional power systems. ... View More
4 Ways for Businesses to Consider the Planet in Every Product
Sustainable product design is a business imperative. Here, we outline four ways for companies to bridge the intention-action gap and future-proof their business and supply chains through intentional design. ... View More
Why Is Corporate Cleantech Adoption Lagging, and What Can Be Done About It?
Here are smart tools and strategies organizations can use to overcome three major barriers to cleantech adoption, to drive broader climate action and achieve their sustainability goals. ... View More
