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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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MIT/Stanford team develops battery technology for the conversion of low-grade waste heat to power; TREC

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Researchers at MIT and Stanford University have developed new battery technology for the conversion of low-temperature waste heat into electricity in cases where temperature differences are less than 100 degrees Celsius. C, which accounts for a large proportion of potentially harvestable waste heat. Batteries Waste Heat Recovery'

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Biofuels- paving the way for low carbon future in mobility – ET Auto

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While this transition will be crucial in reducing emissions, even by 2030, a large part of the global vehicle parc, especially in the developing world, will continue to be dependent on fossil fuels. Given its key role in the Indian biofuel program, ethanol will be the focus of this article.

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Ineos drives towards hydrogen car future – ET Auto

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The only waste emitted is water vapour. The young, fast-expanding company is part of petrochemicals giant and hydrogen producer Ineos, run by British billionaire and Manchester United stakeholder Jim Ratcliffe. The only waste emitted is water vapour. Is the car “for tomorrow?

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Renault in advanced talks with partners to recycle batteries, says executive – ET Auto

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While recycling car parts is increasingly common, Renault is aiming to be the first European automaker to also recycle batteries on an industrial scale. Miner Eramet is also planning to build a battery recycling facility with waste company Suez at northern French port Dunkirk to start operations next year. billion euros (USD 2.49

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7 Tips to Get Better Gas Mileage in a Truck

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7 Tips to Get Better Gas Mileage in a Truck The Results Will Help Your Bottom Line & the Environment This article may contain affiliate links. This article offers seven strategies that will enable you to improve your trucking fuel economy without negatively impacting performance. per gallon during the third week of the month.

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Dell’s Bold Idea: A Laptop You Can Actually Repair

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It’s designed for on-demand production to reduce waste from unsold inventory. LG announced at CES 2022 that its new OLED TVs will use more recyclable materials and shave down packaging waste, and Lenovo introduced a Yoga laptop partially constructed from recycled plastics. Repairability dovetails with the larger goal of sustainability.

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