Alithic, a spinoff from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has developed a carbon-negative supplementary cementitious material (SCM) by pulling carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and mixing it with coal ash and other industrial wastes. This innovative product can replace traditional Portland cement, providing significant environmental benefits while transforming waste streams into profitable solutions for the construction industry.
In April 2024, Colombia will host a pivotal global conference involving 24 countries, including major fossil fuel producers such as Australia and Mexico, aimed at accelerating the phase-out of fossil fuels. This event will bring together governments, experts, industry leaders, and Indigenous communities to collaboratively develop a roadmap for a just transition that considers the needs of vulnerable populations.
Skyven Technologies has launched its Arcturus steam-generating heat pump in Dallas, Texas, which captures waste heat to produce boiler-quality steam. This system boasts eight times the efficiency of natural gas boilers and six times that of electric boilers, with scalability ranging from 1 MWth to 60 MWth, making it suitable for diverse manufacturing applications.
Additionally, Uganda’s Kiira Motors Corporation is embarking on a 30-day, 13,000 km journey across six African nations to showcase the Kayoola Electric Coach 13M, which has a range of 500 km and a top speed of 100 km/h. This expedition highlights the potential for local innovation in sustainable transportation and the importance of enhancing electric mobility solutions in the region.
- In Ghana, researchers have developed a solar PV-powered steam cooker that achieves 38.9% thermal efficiency, demonstrating the potential for sustainable cooking solutions while reducing emissions and costs.
Estimated reading time: 2 minutes - In Wisconsin, Alithic is transforming waste into a sustainable future as they develop carbon-negative cement from pollution, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the construction industry.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute - Colombia is leading the charge for a fair energy transition as 24 countries prepare for a global fossil fuel phase-out conference, aiming to support vulnerable communities and curb emissions.
Estimated reading time: 2 minutes - In Georgia, agricultural practices are transforming as researchers implement advanced technologies like drones and AI, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in farming operations.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute - In Dallas, Texas, Skyven Technologies is revolutionizing industrial heating by commissioning a highly efficient steam-generating heat pump, significantly reducing emissions and energy costs for manufacturers.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute - Participants in Terra.do’s Learning for Action fellowship are gaining critical skills as they explore key climate solutions and career opportunities, empowering them to drive impactful change in their communities.
Estimated reading time: 2 minutes - Professor Tord Envold Kjellström’s pioneering work on heat exposure has left a lasting impact, especially through the development of ClimateCHIP for worker health, enhancing global health equity and resilience.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute - Uganda’s Kiira Motors is proving the viability of electric vehicles for long-distance travel as the Kayoola Electric Coach embarks on a 13,000km journey to South Africa, showcasing African innovation in sustainable transportation.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute - At the World Mayors Summit 2025, leaders from C40 cities are showcasing innovative strategies as they share bold solutions to the climate crisis, aiming for resilient and equitable communities.
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Places mentioned in this update: Brazil, Colombia, Dallas, Georgia, Ghana, South Africa, Texas, Uganda