New system launched that visualises and extracts lithium-ion batteries and other hazardous items from waste streams using advanced vision systems and machine-learning technologies.A partnership between University of Manchester academics and Lion Vision, a North West-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) specialist, developed … Read More
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How mobile phone networks are embracing AI
Our mobile phones are getting a whole lot smarter, but what about the telecoms networks they run on?Last week, Apple became the latest mobile phone firm to announce that it will be adding artificial intelligence (AI) to its handsets’ operating … Read More
Over 97% of UK waste wood was processed in 2023
Over 97% of UK waste wood was sent for processing in 2023, the “highest level to date”, according to the latest annual statistics published by the Wood Recyclers’ Association.The data indicates that total UK waste wood arisings remained constant in … Read More
Could AI put an end to animal testing?
From animal lovers to laboratory technicians, no-one enjoys subjecting animals to scientific testing.It is instead done to help ensure that drugs and other substances are safe for eventual human use.Researchers have long sought non-animal alternatives. Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are … Read More
Veolia invests in AI-driven robotic arm to increase recycling
Veolia has unveiled a new robotic arm at its Southwark Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) to optimise operations and make recycling more effective.The UK resource management company and AI robotics business Recycleye have installed an AI-driven robotic arm that Veolia … Read More
Japan could be energy-independent by 2060 thanks to renewables
Japan, a major coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG) buyer, could be energy-independent by 2060 thanks to expansion of solar and wind power together with storage batteries, said Jarand Rystad, chief executive of the Rystad Energy consultancy. Japan imports most … Read More
Why the EU might be about to make Chinese electric cars more expensive
With China accused of selling electric cars at artificially low prices, the European Union is widely expected to hit them with tariffs this week.The BYD Seagull is a tiny, cheap, neatly styled electric vehicle (EV). An urban runabout that won’t … Read More
Can AI ever be smarter than humans?
When researcher Jan Leike quit his job at OpenAI last month, he warned the tech firm’s “safety culture and processes (had) taken a backseat” while it trained its next artificial intelligence model.He voiced particular concern about the company’s goal to … Read More
Go plastic free to “protect” your business, new report says
Proactively transitioning away from plastic is a strategic move to maintain profitability and competitiveness, a new report from PlasticFree and Fashion Snoops argues.“The Post-Plastic Economy” report states that over the next decade, the world’s relationship with plastic will become “unrecognisable”.The … Read More
7 in 10 Brits want the next government to implement a DRS
A coalition of environmental organisations, including Keep Britain Tidy and Reloop, are calling on all political parties to back bottle deposit schemes in upcoming General Election manifestos.7 in 10 Britains support the introduction of a deposit return scheme (DRS), polling … Read More
Five Sustainability Technologies To Anticipate In 2024
Sustainability and environmental consciousness are of paramount importance to people’s lives and well-being. For businesses, they also present an opportunity to drive change and innovation.This article explores five technologies set to revolutionize the sustainability landscape in 2024 that could hold … Read More
NIC progress report calls for end to EfW plants without CCS
The National Infrastructure Commission’s annual progress report recommends the UK government ban new long-term contracts for Energy-from-Waste plants without carbon capture plans.The report said that despite clear long-term targets, recycling rates have stagnated for over a decade and a growing … Read More