IESP News
Europäischer Satellit auf Wassermission
LMU-Team unterstützt Vermessung von Klimafaktoren
Santa Fe Institute in New Mexico
an interesting institute for research of complex systems like the earth system working in a similar attitude like iesp
REFLECTION GROUP ON THE EARTH SYSTEM PRESERVATION
Held in BUENOS AIRES, 3 – 4 SEPTEMBER 2009
How to push the earth system into a trajectory of sustainability
Invitation to a COP15 - Side event
Broadcasting of the film "Climate Change and its Consequences"
On December 10, 2009 3Sat broadcasts a film about "Climate Change and its Consequences".
Newsticker from
Cuba investigates potential of marine thermal energy
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) uses the temperature difference that exists between deep and shallow waters to run heat engines. In the Bay of Matanzas on the northern coast of Cuba, scientists are experimenting with the potential of this renewable energy. Little research on OTEC has been conducted anywhere around the world to date.
Dry water to provide storage for methane and CO2
Scientists have proven that a substance called dry water is very efficient in the storage of several gases, emulsions and it can also speed up catalyst reactions.
UK’s new government supports waste incineration too
UK’s government strong support for anaerobic digestion does not exclude waste incineration, as confirmed by the environmental minister.
New EU Directive on Ambient Air Quality transposed into German law
Particularly harmful fine particles addressed for the first time
Energy goal for 2050: 100% renewable electricity supply
New UBA study shows that electricity supplied entirely from renewable energies is realistic
US Vice President reports that renewables are transforming US economy and creating jobs
The US Vice President, Joe Biden, has unveiled a new report this week entitled “The Recovery Act: Transforming the American Economy through Innovation”. The study finds that the Recovery Act’s $100 billion investment in innovation is not only transforming the economy and creating new jobs, but helping accelerate significant advances in science and technology that cut costs for consumers, save lives and help keep America competitive in the 21st century economy. Investments in renewable energies are at the heart of this change.
Adnams brews up biogas revolution
Brewery completes work on first anaerobic digestion plant capable of feeding biomethane into the national grid
Europe's coasts: reconciling development and conservation
Europe’s coastal zones are under increasing pressure from erosion, pollution, climate change, urbanisation and tourism. Such pressures threaten entire ecosystems — vital not only for wildlife but also for the economy and human well-being. The European Environment Agency (EEA) takes a closer look at the state of coastal ecosystems and policy responses to the pressures affecting them.
SRI Consulting: most countries should landfill PET
Dumping used plastic bottles in landfill can sometimes be better for the environment. The report also claims shipping PET to Asia does not contribute to global warming, while incineration is the worst option.
Catwalk with recycled textiles fashion at waste management exhibition
Up and coming eco-designers will be sending their latest looks down the catwalk at the Recycling and Waste Management Exhibition on 14 to 16 September in Birmingham this year. The first ever RWM fashion shows will showcase the exciting design possibilities presented by the fastest growing element in the UK’s waste stream.