Sustainable development
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Spain
The flood-busting ceramic paving taking on climate change
When floods hit the Valencia region last October, following torrential rainfall, they were devastating and deadly. A reminder, it’s said,…
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Germany
Living without radiators: How do we optimise energy?
What is “passivhaus” and how can we optimise energy systems to protect the planet? In this episode of Smart Regions,…
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Sport
Japan’s brewed protein textile leads the future of circular fashion
In this episode of Green Japan, we discover what is the Brewed Protein, a groundbreaking Japanese fabric made by microbes,…
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Sport
Renewable Energy: The Heart of Smart Cities
Smart cities use technology and sustainability to improve city life. Data collection enhances services, lowers environmental impact and boosts economic…
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Sport
Positive energy’: The concept of this Luxembourg building
The Luxembourg National School of Health (LTPS) produces more energy than it consumes. This award-winning building in Ettelbruck has become…
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Mexico
Takeaways from the 2024 Mar de Cortés forum
The fourth annual Mar de Cortés forum, held in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, wrapped up on Nov. 15 with…
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Sport
Worth its salt: Can desalination help address Europe’s freshwater needs?
The process of desalination has been around for centuries, but has had only limited success in providing freshwater for humans.…
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Sport
Digital dilemma: tech’s impact on water management in Europe
Digital tech is revolutionising Europe’s water management systems, but its heavy consumption of the precious resource brings its own challenges.…
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Sport
D-Day centre combines eco-tourism with commemoration
The Juno Beach Centre in northern France honours thousands of British and Canadian soldiers while offering visitors an eco-friendly and…
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Sport
Curative waterfalls and ecomedicine in the Austrian Alps
New economic and therapeutic opportunities are giving people in the town of Krimml hope for a better, brighter and healthier…
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