Lebanese engineer Raja Yazigi has embarked on a visionary quest to reshape the energy landscape through his revolutionary invention—a solar panel that defies convention by generating electricity not only during the day but also throughout the night.
Category: Trends
The countdown has begun! Earth’s oxygen on the brink of disappearance?A study warns of the end of life on Earth due to a sudden deoxygenation. Why and when will this happen?
The looming deoxygenation event that could impact Earth serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of our planet’s life-supporting systems. This realization aligns with the age-old wisdom encapsulated in the proverb, “forewarned is forearmed.” The persistent efforts to discover habitable planets gain even greater significance in the face of this impending challenge. Such endeavors become not just a pursuit of scientific curiosity but a vital necessity, given the potential future scarcity of oxygen on Earth.
Navigating the Waves of Change: The Environmental Benefits of Sustainable Innovations in the Cruise Industry
Sustainability has become a pivotal concern across various industries worldwide, with the travel and tourism sectors, including the cruise industry, making significant strides toward adopting eco-friendly practices. Celebrity Cruises and other cruise lines are emerging as pioneers in sustainable efforts, showcasing a commitment to the planet, their own profitability, and the future of the industry.
Eco-Friendly Menstrual Pads: A Sustainable Solution to Period Poverty
Access to affordable and hygienic period products is a fundamental need for those who menstruate. Unfortunately, millions of individuals worldwide lack access to the necessary facilities and products, hindering their participation in daily life activities.
COP28: Mobilizing the Innovation Ecosystem to Facilitate Concrete Climate Action
The Climate Action Innovation Zone will be held at COP28 from December 4-8, 2023 at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre in Dubai, UAE. The free-to-attend event will bring together thousands of leaders and practitioners from business, finance, cities, governments, and civil society to drive climate action at speed and scale.
International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People – 29 November
In 1977, the General Assembly called for the annual observance of 29 November as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (resolution 32/40 B). On that day, in 1947, the Assembly adopted the resolution on the partition of Palestine (resolution 181 (II))