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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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This Idea Wasn't All Wet: The Sensing Water-Saving Shower Head Debuts

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He imagined a shower head that would sense when the person showering moved out from under the stream of water. The shower head would then automatically turn the water off, turning it back on again when the person moved back into range. With such a device, he thought, people could enjoy a long shower without wasting water.

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VinFast and Pininfarina detail designs of VF 8 and VF 9 EVs

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In terms of exterior, Pininfarina utilized a modern design language to optimize aerodynamics and reduce energy consumption, while embracing the importance of aesthetics to promote the unique personalities of the vehicles. VinFast also proactively applies multiple solutions that help reduce water waste and chemical emissions.

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Lamborghini unveils Lanzador electric concept

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Sustainable leather is leather that is tanned with special water in a particularly environmentally friendly way. The water comes from olive oil production and has to be treated in waste water treatment plants due to its high acidity and antimicrobial and phytotoxic effect. 100 percent merino wool.

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Magna's New Seating Material is 100 Percent Recyclable

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The new EcoSphere seats will use PET plastic, the same stuff used in reusable water bottles, which can be melted and recycled when the vehicle hits the salvage yard. The materials should help cut the massive amounts of waste coming out of old vehicles in the U.S.,

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Masdar running blogging contest tackling smart cities and sustainable development

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Masdar, the UAE’s sustainable city, is running a blogging contest ; the 500-600 word entries must address the following question: “How can cities contribute to the advancement of sustainable development and address issues including water, energy and waste?” The International Water Summit (IWS) 2014. Limit one entry per person.

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Resolution Copper project advances in US permitting; one of largest and deepest copper mines in US

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A tailings storage facility would house the waste material left over after processing. Pipelines would be constructed to transport the tailings waste from the ore processing facility to the tailings storage facility. Water use is a major concern among the public, other government agencies, and stakeholders.

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