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Ocean-centric investing in innovation

The Ocean Foundation discusses how investing in innovative ocean companies can maximise returns and make the world a better place.

Why bio-based chemicals and materials face a higher entry to market bar than fossil incumbents – and why they deserve the effort

BBIA highlights the potential for bio-based chemicals to reduce greenhouse gases and emphasises the UK’s opportunity to lead in this sector.

Driving net zero emissions in the chemical industry

Charlie Tan, CEO of Global Impact Coalition, discusses shaping the chemical industry by addressing systemic barriers and advancing solutions.

LIFE programme invests €121m into environment, nature, and climate action projects

The European Commission has announced an investment of €121m for new integrated projects under the LIFE programme.

Reducing costs through innovative aquaculture feeding systems

Daniit A/S has now developed an aquaculture feeding system that can handle fish feed pellets without crushing them.

New underwater robot will gather extensive data on deep-sea species

Spanish researchers have developed a new underwater robot to conduct in-depth analyses of deep-sea species.

Finnish researchers conduct temporal monitoring of microplastics in sediment

A team of Finnish researchers has developed a new method for the temporal monitoring of microplastics in sediment.

UN identifies six ways to accelerate development of seafood sustainability

The UN has published a report outlining six ways that the fishery and aquaculture industry can accelerate seafood sustainability.

Biofuel made from waste cooking oil could decarbonise maritime shipping

In a bid to decarbonise maritime shipping, ONE have trialled the use of its new biofuel made from waste cooking oil on a container ship.

Sustainable building material made from water treatment sludge

Scientists have improved the sustainability of building materials by combining sludge from water plants with clay to create durable ceramics.

Avoiding undersized fish hotspots could ensure sustainable fishery management

To ensure sustainable fishery management, a study has identified the regions in European seas that are hot spots for undersized fish.

Plastic use in Spain’s greenhouse industry has polluted local seagrass beds

Plastic production in Spain has led to microplastics leaking into the surrounding environment, polluting the Mediterranean seagrass beds.

New solar-powered milli-robots can gather data on crop performance and pesticide use

The SOMIRO project has developed swimming, solar-powered milli-robots to gather data on crop performance and pesticide use.

SAIC transforms into a hub for sustainable aquaculture innovation

SAIC has announced a new strategic focus and an expanded geographical reach as it re-brands to the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre.

Scientists analyse plant microbes to understand crop health and boost food production

A team of researchers has identified 300 species of plant microbes that grow with common Asian vegetables, which could improve crop health.

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