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The Hidden Forces of Sustainability | Dr. Y. Malini Reddy | TEDxHITAM
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 16:27
द टीम हैज़ ऑलरेडी मेंशंड ओवर द लास्ट 30 इयर्स ऑफ माय प्रोफेशनल लाइफ आई हैव मूव थ्रू सेवरल एस्पेक्ट्स सेवरल एरियाज सेवरल सेक्टर्स एंड सेवरल ज्योग्राफीस विथ अ बैकग्राउंड इन इकोनॉमिक्स एंड मैनेजमेंट आई हैव वर्क्ड इन द एरियाज ऑफ़ अ पैडल मैन्युफैक्चरिंग एजुकेशनल क्वालिटी, अर्बन डेवलपमेंट, पॉलिसी इशज़, वाटर सैनिटेशन, हाइजीन, वेस्ट मैनेजमेंट, सर्कुलरिटी एंड नाउ इन सस्टेनेबिलिटी। दिस इज़ माय फर्स्ट कॉर्पोरेट रोल। सो आई एम इन द फॉर प्रॉफिट सेक्टर। सम ऑफ़ यू मे थिंक आई हैव नो फोकस इन लाइफ। आइ रियली कांट ब्लेम यू। बट फॉर्च ...
Fashion Meets Innovation | Lasya Kesapragada | TEDxVandegrift HS
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 16:03
[Applause] question. How many of you have looked at a closet full of clothes and thought to yourself, "I have nothing to wear." Raise your hand. Because I've been there.Now, what if I told you that with a pair of scissors, an accessory, or a little bit of creativity, you could completely transform the closet you have right now without spending a single dollar. Hello everyone. My name is Lassia Quesa and I'm here today to talk to you about something I'm very passionate about, fashion and innovation.Now, I kn ...
Reimagining Home: The Innovation Revolution In Housing | Aashka Kancharla | TEDxVandegrift HS
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 16:03
The Problem of Affordable Housing - The average housing cost in Austin, Texas is over $560,000, while over 580,000 people in the United States remain unhoused [2] - Over 37% of the homeless population endures substance abuse, making it difficult to break the cycle without stability and safety [3] - Affordable housing faces challenges from skyrocketing land costs, restrictive zoning laws, and expensive construction materials [4] Innovative Solutions - Tiny homes, costing $20,000 or $200,000, are efficient, sustainable, and affordable solutions to homelessness [4][5] - Community First Village in Austin, Texas, provides a neighborhood for people coming out of chronic homelessness, offering job training and mental health support [5][6] - Companies like ICON are 3D printing homes using a durable and weather-resistant material called Lavarete [7][8] The Evolution of Housing - Post-World War II, mass-produced homes (Levittowns) were affordable but lacked individuality and sustainability [8] - In the 1970s, modular housing allowed for faster and cheaper construction [9] - Current innovations include solar-powered homes, upcycled shipping containers, and recyclable construction materials [9] Call to Action - Advocate for affordable housing policies, support organizations like Community First, and educate oneself about companies like ICON [11] - Challenge the status quo and take action to create a world where no one is left behind [10][12]
Rolling Stone Dives Into the Science Behind SMX's Proof-Driven Circularity Platform (NASDAQ: SMX)
Accessnewswire· 2025-10-13 14:35
Core Insights - The article emphasizes the challenge of proving sustainability claims in technology, highlighting SMX's unique position in addressing this issue [1] Company Summary - SMX (NASDAQ: SMX) distinguishes itself by providing solutions that can substantiate sustainability promises, a critical need in the current market [1]
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Herbert Ong· 2025-10-13 04:09
RT Ming (@tslaming)$TSLA 🇨🇳 Tao Lin, VP of Tesla China, just shared that the Tesla Shanghai Gigafactory's carbon reduction report is in! 🌿In 2024, Tesla's energy-saving and carbon reduction initiatives successfully cut over 50,000 tons of carbon emissions. That's a huge achievement—it's like taking the annual carbon off more than 10,000 gas cars or powering over 80,000 Shanghai households for a year! 💨Tesla achieved these results thanks to several innovative technologies, including:✅ Wet-on-Wet paint proces ...
中国可持续发展动态:稀土管控收紧;回收技术受关注-China Sustainability_ Pulse_ Rare Earths control tightens; Recycling tech. covered
2025-10-13 01:00
ab 9 October 2025 Global Research China Sustainability Pulse: Rare Earths control tightens; Recycling tech. covered Highlights What Happened On 9 October 2025, the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of Customs jointly issued an expanded export-control notice covering rare-earth materials and technologies. The updated catalogue adds new controlled categories such as extraction, separation, purification, alloying, and magnet fabrication, and explicitly includes recycled rare-earth ex ...
3 questions that reveal if a green idea will actually work | Patricia Stathatou | TEDxAtlanta
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-12 17:00
Environmental Impact of Ethanol - Converting land for corn ethanol production can generate 25% more carbon emissions than gasoline [1] - Producing enough compostable plastics to replace current packaging would require over half the world's corn supply and more water than all of Europe uses in a year [5] Sustainability Assessment Framework - A product's environmental sustainability should be evaluated based on its resource consumption (water, land, energy, raw materials) [8] - Disposal methods and potential long-term waste or toxicity issues must be considered [8][9] - Solutions should be better than the current practices or doing nothing at all, acknowledging trade-offs [4][9] Electric Vehicle (EV) Evolution - Manufacturing an EV can generate up to 80% more carbon emissions than making a conventional car, primarily due to battery material mining and processing [17] - Early EVs in the 1990s required the same energy to drive one mile as heating a one-bedroom apartment for 15 minutes [12] - On-road emissions of EVs depend on the electricity source, with lower carbon footprints in regions dominated by hydropower [18] - Repurposing old EV batteries for stationary energy storage (e g, powering street lights, stadiums) is emerging as a valuable application [16] Achieving Sustainable Solutions - Lasting change requires alignment among policymakers, industries (automotive, battery, electronics), academia, investors, and consumers [21][22] - Applying the sustainability assessment framework early on can accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies like sustainable aviation fuels and biodegradable plastics [23]
From Fast to Functional Fashion | Tarini Ramchandani | TEDxUniversity High School Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-10 16:47
Um, okay. How many of us here have bought clothes within the past one year. Please raise your hands, please.Oh, wow. That's a lot. I didn't expect that.Thank you so much. Another question. How many of us are planning to like refurbish our wardrobes in the next 3 to 6 months.Like buying new clothes, switching out like old not trendy dresses. Oh wow, that's again quite a lot. Thank you so much.So each and every one of us has our own distinct method of expressing who we are and clothes and accessories are just ...
Societe Generale: shares and voting rights as of 30 September 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-10-10 15:39
Core Points - The total number of shares composing the current share capital as of 30 September 2025 is 785,180,327, while the total number of voting rights is 871,965,338 [2][6]. Company Overview - Societe Generale is a leading European bank with approximately 119,000 employees serving over 26 million clients in 62 countries, providing a wide range of advisory and financial solutions [3]. - The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental transition, aiming to be a leading partner in these areas [4]. - Societe Generale is included in major socially responsible investment indices, highlighting its focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives [4]. Business Segments - The Group operates three complementary business sets: French Retail, Private Banking and Insurance; Global Banking and Investor Solutions; and Mobility, International Retail Banking and Financial Services [7]. - The Global Banking and Investor Solutions segment is recognized for its leadership in equity derivatives, structured finance, and ESG [7].
CBT Boosts North American Capacity of Circular Reinforcing Carbons
ZACKS· 2025-10-10 14:41
Core Insights - Cabot Corporation (CBT) has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities in North America for producing circular reinforcing carbons, utilizing its EVOLVE Sustainable Solutions technology platform [1][9] - The circular reinforcing carbons are sourced from tire pyrolysis oil derived from end-of-life tires, with a focus on sustainability and traceability through the ISCC PLUS certification system [2][4] - The company has increased its ISCC PLUS certified sites globally to 14, improving its capacity to supply certified sustainable products [2] Group 1: Manufacturing and Sustainability - The expansion of the Ville Platte, LA facility aligns with Cabot's "make-in-region, sell-in-region" strategy, which aims to reduce transportation emissions and enhance supply chain efficiency [3][9] - The circular reinforcing carbons serve as a substitute for conventional carbon black, allowing tire manufacturers to increase sustainable material usage without sacrificing quality [4][5] - Cabot's commitment to innovation and sustainability is evident in its operational optimization and alignment with evolving environmental standards [5] Group 2: Market Performance - CBT shares have experienced a decline of 22% year to date, compared to an 18.9% decline in the industry [7] - The company currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), indicating a neutral outlook in the market [8]