Emily Newton is the Editor-in-Chief of Revolutionized Magazine, an online publication that explores innovations in science and technology.   Renewable energy sources are slowly becoming more popular and some, like biomass power, could change the energy sector forever. Biomass is one of the main renewable energy sources available to us today, though it tends to get overlooked in favor of …

Concrete is the second most widely utilized substance on the planet behind water. Developers use concrete – and its primary ingredient, cement – to build roads, foundations, bridges, and other structures. Environmentalists are targeting the material’s manufacturing process because of its large carbon footprint. Eco-conscious engineers are following the sustainability path by integrating renewables into cement and concrete production. Before …

Eco-consumerism is dominating the market and influencing green production practices. Individuals hope to shrink their carbon footprints while meeting their modern consumption demands. Manufacturers are targeting material pollution by incorporating renewables into their designs. Engineers advanced solar technology over the past decade, which helps individuals produce more emission-free energy to support their product usage. Many residents are installing photovoltaic (PV) …

The world has changed drastically since Covid-19 was first detected. And as the global pandemic looks to reach endemic status, humanity must make some tough choices, while acknowledging how modern life has impacted the natural world.   The connection between the natural world and human activities has become more apparent than ever. A 2020 World Economic Forum study concluded that human …

In the 2014 Disney movie “Big Hero Six,” the futuristic setting of San Fransokyo is powered by a sky full of kite-shaped flying wind turbines that hover in the air above homes and businesses. This might seem like a flight of fancy — pun intended. However, in spaces that get a lot of wind and don’t have enough square footage …

In 2015, the United Nations (UN) created the Paris Agreement, improving global environmental sustainability. It calls on various countries, holding them accountable for their greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental engineers and scientists responded to the agreement by developing green technology. Renewable energy systems can effectively reduce society’s reliance on emission-producing power systems. While the media highlights solar and wind power, other …

As the entire world continues to feel the negative effects of climate change, in the form of increased inclement weather events and rising global temperatures, it’s impossible to ignore the myriad ways in which humans are fueling these changes. In fact, research indicates that fossil fuel emissions are the primary cause of climate change, a phenomenon that can be directly …

The green technological movement is improving various industries. Since Tesla revolutionized the automobile market, the transportation sector began transitioning away from its fossil fuel reliance. The shift promoted eco-consumerism values, forming new production and sourcing standards. Vehicles without tailpipe emissions significantly reduce atmospheric degradation. We may additionally limit air pollution by enhancing the energy grid’s sustainability. Device enhancements, customer values, …

Around 40% of annual energy consumption in the United States is attributed to homes and commercial businesses. That means the average American spends around $2000 each year to keep their home appliances and electricity running. But how much of that $2000 is wasted? It turns out the answer is quite a bit. Air drafts, outdated HVAC systems, and other waste …

The early 2021 winter storm in Texas left residents without power for days. Extremely low temperatures caused statewide health risks, generating panic and distress. Following the blackout, government officials searched for future prevention plans. Solar power provides a sustainable solution for power outages. Many individuals invested in renewable energy after the blackout, eliminating their reliance on the grid. The government …

The pre-pandemic wind energy market was booming. In 2019, the sector saw its second-largest expansion since 2015, adding 57.4 gigawatts of capacity. Like virtually every other industry, though, wind power experienced a sudden onslaught of disruption from COVID-19. Now, many sectors are starting to recover, and there seems to be an end to the pandemic in sight. While COVID-19 caused …

The solar power industry hit a remarkable achievement in 2020. According to the International Energy Agency (IAE), solar photovoltaics are now the cheapest way to produce energy in most countries. Solar energy prices have been falling since the technology’s inception, but this is a substantial accomplishment. Ten years ago, solar was the most expensive energy option, but its cost has …

Electric vehicles are, in all likelihood, the future of commercial and private transportation. Nations like China, India, Britain, and France have all declared their intentions to phase out the production of traditional vehicles in favor of electric alternatives. But with many economies relying on the production of gas-powered cars for success, is political change the best answer to innovating the …

Denmark has reached a landmark agreement on the construction of an energy hub in the North Sea. The energy hub will be an artificially constructed island 80 kilometers from the shore of the peninsula Jutland. It will be owned by a public-private partnership. The hub will strengthen the integration of Europe’s power grids and increase renewable electricity production necessary for a …

New Detailed Analysis Shows Clean Energy Electrification Would Save Average U.S. Household $2500/Year, Create Jobs in Every Zip Code Across the Country Washington D.C. October 22, 2020 – A new analysis by Rewiring America shows that transitioning to 100% clean energy would save Americans as much as $321 billion in energy costs each year while dramatically reducing economy-wide greenhouse gas …

It’s not a surprise to anyone to hear that the planet is suffering. Everything from energy issues to climate change should be kept at the forefront of our minds going into the future. So many people don’t give sustainable efforts much attention because they feel there is nothing they can do on a small scale.  That simply isn’t true. In …

Austin, Texas: At the ripe age of 98, Dr. John Goodenough, professor in the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT) and inventor of the lithium-ion battery, is looking towards future energy storage solutions through a newly launched partnership with Energy Exploration Technologies (EnergyX). Earlier this year, Goodenough, along with several members of his lab …

There’s a silver lining to the pandemic: the worldwide quarantine measures that have shut or slowed down production, travel, and the way people commuted daily have helped the environment recover. The change in the daily habits of companies and individuals means that air quality has improved and wildlife has started roaming freely in places they never dared to venture before.  …

Going Green in Trucking Industry Many industries around the world have started thinking about the ways they can go green. The transportation industry is responsible for over 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with trucks making up more than 30% of this. It also contributes to air pollution, which is damaging to both human health and the environment. This is …

We make daily choices that affect the environment, the climate, and living species. Everything from what we choose to eat to how many kids we decide to have to what we buy has repercussions.  There’s a lot we can do to reduce our environmental footprint. And some of the smallest changes in our sustainability practices can create the biggest impact. …