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Read moreA ridesharing concept that alleviates ‘eco-guilt’
Spotted: Driven by the scepticism surrounding the safety and sustainability of ride-sharing services, London-based strategic design agency Layer has developed a concept that addresses these
Read moreFashion brand grows its own trainers from microbes
Spotted: Fashion brand Public School New York (PSNY) and Fashion Institute of Technology professor, Dr Theanne Schiros, have developed a trainer that uses a leather
Read moreSatellite system can pinpoint methane leaks anywhere on the planet
Spotted: A significant proportion of methane emissions come from a small number of high emitting leaks at fossil fuel operations. However, identifying specific sources using existing
Read moreOpen-source project encourages people to grow food at home
Spotted: Felix Wieberneit, of the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London, was one of many people who took up gardening during the lockdown.
Read moreUltraviolet light concept cleans air and helps to make evening events safer
Spotted: Created for use with coronavirus safety measures already in place, particularly social distancing and mask-wearing, Studio Roosegaarde’s Urban Sun concept cleans air with far-UVC light.
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