The White House Has a Plan to Slash Plastic Use in the U.S.
The government said it would phase out its purchases of single-use plastics, a significant step because it is the biggest buyer of consumer goods in the world.
Britain Approves Lab-Grown Meat for Pet Food
British dogs and cats are set to become the first animals in Europe to chow down on meat cultivated from chicken cells.
A Biden rule on heat safety at work could take years — but if you're pregnant, you're already protected
New regulations likely won’t be implemented until 2026, but the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act already covers some employees.
Academic authors 'shocked' after Taylor & Francis sells access to their research to Microsoft AI
Authors claim they have not been told about the AI deal, were not given the opportunity to opt out and are receiving no extra payment.
Beyond Musk: Is There A Right-Wing Shift Of Tech Spreading Worldwide?
The culture of Silicon Valley was once associated with social liberalism and tolerance. However, the tech community worldwide, from moguls such as Elon Musk or Peter Thiel, to IT professionals in Poland, and self-described OSINT users in India, is showing signs of a noted right-wing shift.
Today, Lattice Makes History and Leads the Way in Responsible Employment of AI | Lattice
We need to employ AI as responsibly as we employ people, and to empower everyone to thrive working together. — Jul 09, 2024 by Sarah Franklin
Amazon hits 100% renewables “moment” seven years ahead of schedule
Global online retail and cloud computing giant says it has achieved a “moment in time” milestone where all its electricity demand has been matched by renewables.
Amazon is also the largest corporate purchase of renewable energy, a record it has held for four years in a row
Experts stunned by discovery in wetlands 10 years after reintroduction of centuries-extinct beavers: 'Can transform local environments'
Beavers were hunted to extinction in England 400 years ago, but they made a mysterious comeback in 2014.
In a first, a solar microgrid will directly power an industrial plant
Timet’s facility in West Virginia will use solar and batteries to make titanium products. The durable metal is used in everything from airplanes to pacemakers.
Timet’s facility in West Virginia will use solar and batteries to make titanium products. The durable metal is used in everything from airplanes to pacemakers.
"World's first net-positive energy" botanical garden completed in Florida
US studios Olin and Overland have completed the "world’s first net-positive energy" botanical garden in Florida, which is powered by 2,158 solar panels
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Free Street Manifesto Is a Guide for a Post-Car City
Cars have dominated the streetscape for so long that it’s hard to imagine a future without them — but that’s exactly what The Free Street Manifesto does. With images, comics…
A Dutch coffee brand is recruiting a Board of Little Directors (aged 8-12)
Acknowledging the long-term impact of decisions made today, De Koffiejongens wants to ask preteens what they'd do if they were in charge.
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AI companies train language models on YouTube’s archive − making family-and-friends videos a privacy risk
Many videos people upload to YouTube aren’t really meant for public consumption, but they’re available for AI companies to vacuum up. Many of these personal videos are posted by children.
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Bursts of Free Power Raise Red Flags for Green Tech Investors
Something strange is going on in Europe’s power markets: Prices keep dropping below zero.
AI-powered vending machines that sell bullets could be hacked, says a cybersecurity expert
The US has rolled out AI-powered vending machines that dispense bullets to anyone who has a valid ID. An expert says they can be hacked.
AI-powered vending machines that sell bullets could be hacked, says a cybersecurity expert
Chinese developers scramble as OpenAI blocks access in China
US firm’s move, amid Beijing-Washington tensions, sparks rush to lure users to homegrown models
SandboxAQ announces first navigation system powered by AI and quantum to tackle GPS attacks - SiliconANGLE
SandboxAQ announces first navigation system powered by AI and quantum to tackle GPS attacks - SiliconANGLE
Renewables surge: Green energy made up the majority of the EU’s electricity in 2023 | Euronews
Wind and solar power increases combined with a sharp drop in fossil fuels pushed renewables into the lead.
Google reports 50 per cent jump in emissions due to AI energy use
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have increased by half over the last five years due to the energy demands of artificial intelligence.
China's undersea cable drive defies U.S. sanctions
'Diplomatic race' with Washington as Beijing pursues self-sufficient global network
The Age of Social Media Is Ending
It never should have begun.
Radioactive rhino horns: The project aimed at stopping poaching
A conservationist working with the rhinos has called it 'the best idea' as border control will be able to detect the radioactive horns and they'll no longer be able to be used in traditional medicines.
In photos: How delivery riders are coping with India’s extreme heat wave
Brutal temperatures in New Delhi, reaching as high as 122 degrees Fahrenheit, have claimed over 100 lives.
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Analysis: Cutting the ‘green crap’ has added £22bn to UK energy bills since 2015 - Carbon Brief
UK's energy bills were £22bn higher over the past decade than they would have been if Conservative governments had not cut “green crap” climate policies.
Capri lifts ban on tourists after resolving problems with water supply
Ferries from Naples and Sorrento had been forced to return to port as mayor described situation as ‘real emergency’
What does a city that has spurned cars look like? Olympics visitors to Paris will get a look
Changes designed to encourage people in Paris to take other forms of transportation have contributed to a 40% decline in air pollution, according to city officials.