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Los Angeles recycled old street asphalt with microwaves instead of buying virgin paving material; over 800,000 tons were avoided over 5 years, saving approximately $8 millionLos Angeles has pioneered a groundbreaking method for recycling old asphalt pavement through microwave technology. This inventive technique...- Irvine coated a half-mile stretch of two connected streets with cool pavement; August and September measurements found the treated asphalt ran about 7-10°F coolerCities worldwide are turning to cool pavement technologies to tackle urban heat. In Irvine, California, treated roads have experienced a re...
- In 1991, Curitiba began exchanging recyclables for bus tokens and food. 35 years later, the city recycles 70% of its waste while creating jobs and supporting familiesIn Curitiba, Brazil, residents can exchange recyclable waste for fresh food. Other cities have found different uses for what people throw a...
- ‘Muslim countries should unite’: Iranian President Pezeshkian seeks regional alliance, US exitIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged Muslim nations to strengthen regional security and stability. He emphasized expanding cultural, c...
- NEDFi study finds microplastic pollution threatens BrahmaputraA NEDFi report identified microplastic pollution as a critical environmental challenge in freshwater systems. The study focused on the Brah...
- Quote of the day by Javier Bardem: “I think we are living in selfish times. I'm the first one to say that I'm the most...” — Inspiring life lessons on kindness, self-awareness, human connection, mindfulness, humility, and why genuine compassion matters more than technological advancement by the Academy Award-winning Spanish actorToday's Quote of the day by Javier Bardem: Javier Bardem famous quote, “I think we are living in selfish times. I'm the first one to say th...
- African proverb of the day: ‘A river that forgets its source will soon…’ - An ancient life lesson on staying connected to your rootsAfrican proverb of the day: Today's African proverb emphasizes remembering origins for lasting fulfillment. A river forgetting its source w...
- In 1925, Soviet scientist Sergei Brukhonenko developed world's first heart-lung machine 'Autojector' - The remarkable milestone that changed the future of heart surgerySergei Brukhonenko's 1925 Autojector machine pioneered external blood circulation and oxygenation. This invention allowed surgeons to tempo...
- Explained: How India's bond market became more accessible over the last 10 yearsIndia's bond market has grown significantly over the past decade, driven by regulatory reforms, digital platforms and rising retail partici...
- The Japan-India Summit: Strategy maturing into substanceJapan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's visit to India signals a deepening economic partnership, focusing on resilient supply chains and hi...
- India Energy Week 2025: Showcase of Japan’s energy innovations at NEDO PavilionIndia Energy Week 2025 will take place from 11-14 February 2025 in New Delhi, organised under the patronage of India's Ministry of Petroleu...
- CJ Darcl transports 34 excavators to Haryana by using specialised rail rakesCJ Darcl Logistics Ltd. has transported 34 excavators from Chennai to Haryana using specialized rail rakes. The company claims to be the fi...
- Economic Survey 2024: Why India must look at climate change problem through Indian way, ditch western solutionsEconomic Survey 2024 opens with a Vedic shloka, “Mata bhumih putruahan prthivya,” setting the tone for a deep-rooted philosophical perspect...
- Economic Survey marks out Indian agriculture's flaws, prescribes fixesThe survey noted that despite its significance, the agriculture sector continues to face structural issues that have implications for India...
- Why it is time to focus on plastic waste recycling and renewablesEfforts are underway to streamline processes, enhance transparency, and create value in the recycling industry. Companies are focusing on s...
- How sustainability will shape India's construction industryAs awareness grows about the environmental impact of construction activities, Indian builders and developers are embracing sustainable prac...
- Accelerating the ESG revolution: Brookfield Properties leads the way for India IncBrookfield Properties and The Economic Times have launched the Earth Forward: ESG Dialogues series in Bengaluru, New Delhi, and Mumbai. The...
- Xiaomi India teams up with United Way to upskill transgender communityThe selected individuals' training programme will span over four months and incorporate an experiential learning approach. It will cover di...
- Tata Steel signs MoU with CBRI for sustainable mining solutionsUnder the agreement, CBRI will provide scientific inputs to Tata Steel on slope stability analysis and control measures in mining areas and...
- Reducing tax burden, digitisation can help India's handloom industry in a post-Covid scenarioThe textile industry which had slowed down considerably in the initial stages of the lockdown has started showing signs of recovery.
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