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Will Data Centres in Space Take the Strain off Our Planet?

Are space-based data centres a solution to the problems caused by digital infrastructure here on Earth? The idea is gaining traction – but is it realistic, and does it offer environmental benefits?

Electric Cars Powered by Salt Instead of Lithium? Sodium-Ion Batteries May Be Close to Market Readiness

Sodium-ion batteries are on the verge of market readiness, as per the Fraunhofer Institute. What does this mean for the mobility transition?

SPUN’s Digital Map Reveals the Scale of Underground Fungal Networks for the First Time

Beneath our feet, amongst all the trees and forest paths, lies vast fungal networks. Scientists have mapped the extent of these global connections for the first time – thereby illustrating just how important fungi are to our ecosystems.

From Heatwaves to Hailstorms: The ESFM AI Model Skillfully Predicts Extreme Weather

Extreme heat hit Europe this summer. Can the AI-powered ESFM weather prediction model help us see future heatwaves coming?

Citizen Science to Tackle Plastic Waste: Children and Young People Explore Europe’s Rivers as ‘Plastic Pirates’

‘Plastic Pirates' turns pupils into researchers: by collecting plastic waste, they generate data that helps the scientific community.

Becoming a ‘Net Zero Citizen’ With the AURORA App

With the AURORA app, citizens can track their carbon footprint and invest in solar panel installation to reduce their emissions even further.

Solarmoves: Solar Panels on Cars Could Meet 55-80 Percent of Energy Needs

According to a new study by SolarMoves, vehicle-integrated photovoltaics offer great potential for decarbonising our transport.

Shady Routes in Times of Climate Crisis: How a Routing App Protects Against Heat Stress

In Heidelberg and Worms, the shaded.ors app is already helping people navigate the shade. However, HeiGIT’s routing application can also be adapted for use in other cities – and has the potential to become an important tool for climate adaptation.

The Alliance Quietly Protecting the World’s Last Mountain Gorillas

Conservationists are behind mountain gorillas' numbers rising to a still precarious 1,063. However, a new digital alliance could boost them even further.