sustainability

EU Future Mobility High-Level Event in Riga

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Advanced mobility systems across the European Union require accelerated development to meet climate neutrality goals, bolster regional competitiveness, and enhance military mobility capabilities amid a shifting geopolitical landscape, according to the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) and the Latvian association Sustainability Cluster. Riga Forum Focuses on Dual-Use Infrastructure and Funding European transport mobility serves … Read more

Lidl Jack Mackerel Controversy: What’s Really in the Can?

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Plummeting Atlantic mackerel stocks driven by severe overfishing have prompted retailers, including the Irish arm of Lidl, to transition their tinned fish shelves to jack mackerel sourced from Chile. According to Lidl, the supermarket is stocking traditional Atlantic mackerel alongside the southern Pacific alternative as supply pressures mount across the industry. Jack Mackerel vs. Atlantic … Read more

Scientists Convert Plastic Waste Into Fuel Using Heated Salts

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Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a molten-salt process that converts common polyethylene waste into gasoline- and diesel-like fuels at temperatures below 200 degrees Celsius, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. The method bypasses the extreme heat and expensive precious-metal catalysts typically required to break down … Read more

Poolbeg Incinerator Waste Heat to Power Dublin Docklands Homes

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Dublin City Council has issued a planning notice for the long-promised Dublin District Heating Project, opening a six-week period for public submissions on the scheme. According to the council, the project will capture heat generated by burning household waste at the Dublin Waste to Energy (DWtE) facility—commonly known as the Poolbeg incinerator—and pipe it to … Read more

Escaping the City: Why People Are Moving to Rural Ireland

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An increasing number of Irish city and suburban dwellers are relocating to rural areas to seek a simpler lifestyle, driven by the desire for housing stability, a connection to nature, and the pursuit of community. According to reports, this trend, which accelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic, includes families and young people moving for reasons ranging … Read more

How Ireland’s Vintage Stores Are Surviving Online Competition

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The rise of online marketplaces like Vinted has sparked a shift in Ireland’s retail sector, initially causing a dip in foot traffic for physical vintage stores before settling into a period of co-existence. While Vinted reported a 197 per cent growth in listings in Ireland for the year ending May, established brick-and-mortar shops like Dublin’s … Read more

How a Mother-Daughter Duo Transformed Their Backyard Into a Native Plant Paradise

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Southern California homeowners are increasingly replacing water-intensive, non-native lawns with drought-tolerant, biodiverse habitats to combat regional water shortages and declining local insect populations. According to the design firm Whelan Design House, shifting toward native landscaping—a process popularized by recent viral social media documentation—replaces resource-heavy monocultures with ecosystems that require fewer chemicals and less irrigation while … Read more

Microsoft Unveils Snapdragon X2-Powered Surface Pro and Laptop

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Microsoft’s New Surface Lineup Targets AI-Driven Workflows with Enhanced Performance Microsoft has launched new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models featuring Snapdragon X2 processors, emphasizing AI integration and extended battery life. According to Microsoft, the devices are designed to handle mixed workloads between local and cloud processing, appealing to professionals and developers. What’s New in … Read more

Queensland Energy Prices to Drop Following National Decline

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A Shift in the Energy Landscape: What Lower Power Bills Mean for Regional Households For years, households and tiny businesses across regional Queensland have weathered the storm of relentless energy price hikes. However, a significant shift is underway. With regional electricity bills set to decrease by approximately 6.9% for households and 8.1% for small businesses … Read more

Albania Probes Jared Kushner-Linked Seaside Resort Project

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Jared Kushner’s Albanian Vision: Development Meets Diplomatic Scrutiny The intersection of private equity, international diplomacy, and environmental preservation is reaching a boiling point in the Balkans. Jared Kushner, through his firm Affinity Partners, has set his sights on the Zvernec region of Albania, proposing a massive luxury resort development. However, the project has triggered a … Read more

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