Links of the Week
LINKS OF THE WEEK: Feb 12, 2024
Interesting stats on EVs and energy use in the US, developments in wind and tidal power, a plastic recycling microfactory, and an "unprecedented collapse" in EU fossil fuel generation.
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Walkability
Culdesac: Arizona's new car-free walkable community
The new community will be home to 1,000 residents when it's fully completed.
Sustainability
California signs "Right to Repair Act" into law
The law requires manufacturers to provide appropriate tools, parts, software, and documentation for seven years after production for devices priced above $100.
governance
Biden's "American Climate Corps" attracts more than 42,000 signups in its first few weeks
Meanwhile, in "the youth will save us"** news...
Sustainability
A solar-powered "microfactory" that converts plastic waste into usable household items
Imagine having something like this in your neighbourhood.
solar
Report claims to debunk two pervasive myths about solar panels
Dire warnings about toxic mountains of solar panel waste might be overblown.
Links of the Week
LINKS OF THE WEEK: Oct 2-8, 2023
Virtual power plants, crab armies, high-fashion seaweed, and more.
solar
A solar-powered EV that can travel 1,000 miles on a single charge
The solar panels built into the vehicle can provide an extra 40 miles (64 km) a day, leading the company to claim some users may not ever have to plug it in.
governance
EU restricts intentionally added microplastics
The rules are expected to prevent the release of about half a million tonnes of microplastics into the environment.
circular economy
A possible solution to fast fashion's waste problem?
Recycled textiles could play a role – if retailers had better access to them.