Our bodies. Our vehicles. One planet sustaining countless precious lives in one fragile planetary ecosystem
For all newbie plant parents out there, it would be wise to keep in mind that plants, like all living things, get sick, too, and are vulnerable to attack from other organisms. When this happens, it’s best to listen to the experts on the best action to take. On September 11, at the 17th episode of …
Prescription for ‘plantitos’, ‘plantitas’: Sick plants need their own doctors, too Read More »
Aerospace industry international pioneer Airbus recently announced its most ambitious plan ever—to develop the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft by 2035. Undoubtedly, the aircraft builder is well-known for being the leader in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products, services, and solutions to customers on a global scale. So, it is not a surprise that this …
On its way to zero emissions by 2035, Airbus reveals concept aircraft Read More »
No one has been able to use the ocean winds to power a cargo ship crossing the Atlantic with 7,000 cars in its hull, until now. Soon, there will be a car-carrying vessel set to sail using wind as its primary source of power. Swedish consortium Wallenius Maritime recently presented its sailing cargo vessel the …
International aviation fuel products and service supplier Air bp has started collaborating with Airbus to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to propel the aircraft manufacturer’s facility for delivery flights in Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport. Pioneering this partnership are two Air Transat A321LR aircraft destined for Montreal, Canada. In utilizing SAF for these flights, Air bp established …
Sustainable aviation fuel to be supplied to Airbus delivery flights Read More »
The city of Las Pinas did it before by building the Zapote River Drive—a 15-kilometer road project linking Daang Hari Road in Muntinlupa to the Cavitex Toll Road in Las Pinas by following the meandering Zapote River and enabling motorists to bypass the perennially congested Alabang-Zapote Road. Along with the construction of the two-way river …
P95-B Pasig River Expressway project waits for government green light Read More »
Late last year, Canoo, the Los Angeles-based electric vehicle (EV) builder, introduced its first subscription-only vehicle and first model, the eponymously named “canoo”. The production version of this model is slated for a 2021 launch. While its design challenges traditional automotive shape and functionality, it capitalizes on EV architecture in a way that provides significantly …
Waitlist for world’s 1st subscription-only EV free and open to public Read More »
After making a strong commitment to reducing its global carbon emissions towards 2050, the shipping industry, led by major players, are taking the next step to develop new fuel types and technologies. Recently launched was the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping. The founding company partners behind this initiative are ABS, AP Møller-Mærsk, …
New research center to lead decarbonizing efforts for shipping industry Read More »
Mangroves may not be a part of a beachcomber or surfer’s vision of a coastal paradise. Nonetheless, these tropical coastal forests play a crucial role in favor of human habitation, especially during typhoon season. Mangroves—shrubs or small trees that grow in coastal saline or brackish water—move carbon dioxide “from the atmosphere into long-term storage” in …
Planting mangroves to save a province from drowning Read More »
Ambitious as it may sound, a hydrogen-powered short-range commercial passenger aircraft could be flying within Europe by 2035. That’s according to a major new study commissioned by the European Union’s public-private Clean Sky 2 and Fuel Cells & Hydrogen Joint Undertakings. This published report concluded that hydrogen propulsion has the potential to significantly reduce aviation’s …
American electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers Rivian and Tesla continue to display its commitment to provide power for communities and cost-friendly home solar power systems, respectively. By being producers of EVs, it’s not surprising to know that these builders would extend their respective core technology and business to the community and even to homes. Electric adventure …
From repurposed batteries to solar power systems, EV makers drive positive vibes home Read More »
