Digital plumber saves energy
Dunderon's smart, digital solution regulates the energy balance of buildings by measuring and analyzing the indoor climate continously. The technology can reduce energy consumption by 35 percent, without exchanging the heating system.
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Climate-efficient concrete building
Cement production has a substantial carbon footprint. A new method developed by FormConsult makes it possible to reduce the amount of cement in concrete by 20 percent. The innovation also increases the lifespan of the buildings.
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Green chemistry for surface treatment and cleaning
Biokleen develops biodegradable, water-soluble and biocide-free products for surface cleaning and maintenance, such as wood protection based on silicon dioxide - an example of Green Chemistry.
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Unread newspapers insulate buildings
ISOCELL's custom-made insulating materials are made from recycled newspapers. The cellulose-based product has excellent properties and low climate impact.
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A new take on offshore energy
The interest in solutions to the world's energy and climate challenges are enormous. Within the EU, 300 million allowances for carbon dioxide emissions will be sold in the near future to create a financial foundation for a great and innovative investment in renewable energy.
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Swedish Sustainable Urban Development in China
“I feel we can take a little credit for the bluer sky of Beijing”, says Mark Ryberg, Manager of International Projects at Sweco, while looking out the windows of a hotel's restaurant. It is a clear June morning in Beijing.
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Water efficient washing of heavy vehicles
During the summer of 2017 articles from our growing archive will be republished. This one was first published in January 2013. “Access to clean water has become an increasingly important issue in many countries,” says Robert Sundell, President of Westmatic. “We have by far the most environmentally friendly systems available in the market for washing buses, trucks and trains....
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Dynamic glass adjusts to save energy
Air conditioning consumes a lot of energy. ChromoGenics develops energy-saving electrochromic solar protection, in the shape of a thin polymer foil between the windowpanes that adjusts its transparency dynamically. A low electrical voltage, which can be applied automatically or manually, changes the materials degree of shading.
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Lifts with little environmental impact
Hydroware develops energy-efficient lift systems and components. The company focuses on modular hydraulic lifts that can be modernized part by part, in order to minimize the life cycle environmental impact.
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Great potential for green chemistry in India
During the summer of 2016 articles from our growing archive will be republished. This one was first published in November 2013. Growth of bacteria in the water and on surfaces creates significant problems worldwide. This has resulted in different approaches to bacterial control, such as ozone treatment, irradiation with UV light, and the use of chemicals (biocides). The biocides...
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