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Rocks In Oman Could Be Highly Effective for Carbon Sequestration
Researchers in the Wadi Lawayni valley in Oman have found that the rocks that make up the region could be useful for geological carbon sequestration, thus reducing the human carbon footprint. The rocks in the region are rich in magnesium…
MGM Presents Biggest Solar Energy Project in Hospitality Industry
Last week, MGM Resorts International launched its 100-megawatt solar arrangement, the industry's biggest directly sourced renewable electricity project in the world. The array's clean energy provides up to 90% of MGM Resorts' Las Vegas daytime power needs. This covers 65 million square…
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science Use Sweat as Biofuel
Wearable technology has been rapidly developing over the past years. With more interest over owning our health, these wearable gadgets such as smartwatches or fitness trackers have increased in popularity and it is now rare to see someone with a…
Three Beautiful and Sustainable Buildings in the Tourism Industry
Over the past decade, more and more companies have committed to environmentally responsible buildings, giving their employees and staff a green workplace. However, we’ve seen an increase in sustainable buildings in the hospitality and tourism industries as well all over…
Sustainable Marine introduces Tidal Turbines that can last for 20 years
Scottish tidal company Sustainable Marine have announced this week that its new tidal turbine rotors can last for up to two decades. The announcement follows a series of tests undertaken at a marine energy centre at the National University of…
New Zealand’s Packaging Forum backs Plastic Phase-out
The Packaging Forum - New Zealand’s largest packaging industry group - has come out in support of the Government’s plastics phase-out scheme, but advocates for investment into adequate sustainable alternatives. Under the Government’s timeline, polystyrene takeaway food and drink packaging…