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New process turns food waste into biodegradable plastics

A new company has devised a way to turn food and agricultural waste into bioplastics.

Stand-alone house fits into a parking space

A Finnish architecture firm has created a house that produces its own energy and fits into a small parking spot.

Blockchain initiative rewards carbon-friendly consumer choices

Canadian startup uses blockchain technology to allow individuals to earn, spend and trade personal carbon offsets.

Cognitive AR brings training manuals to life

A German startup has developed a cognitive augmented reality system that turns AR glasses into training manuals for manufacturers.

Eco-friendly toothbrush is powered with a twist

Billed as the first battery-free powered toothbrush, a new oral care device has in-built kinetic energy storage and is 100 percent recyclable.

Virtual aquarium tunnel speeds up security checks

A new biometric security system at Dubai International Airport will use electronic fish to enhance travel procedures.

New shelters aid refugees with recycled plastics

A new shelter design built of recycled plastics may provide more humane living conditions for refugees.

Platform allows easier creation of cryptocurrencies

A new platform enables almost anyone to issue Ethereum-based initial coin offerings.

New paint cools buildings using light from the sun

A new paint is being developed that could actively cool buildings using laser cooling properties adapted for sunlight.

Underwater restaurant lets guests dine with the fishes

A restaurant is being built that will be submerged partly underwater along Norway’s coastline.

Microbeads could clean oceans of dangerous chemicals

Researchers have developed microbeads that can remove coral-killing chemicals from the ocean.

Indian startup helps women rise in business

A new Indian customer-to-customer platform aims to help local women build home-based retail businesses.