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Direct Air Capture: Could This Emerging Technology Help Fight Climate Change? 

Direct Air Capture: Could This Emerging Technology Help Fight Climate Change? 

by Manuel Barreiro Castañeda | Feb 8, 2024 | Climate Change

The impact of climate change is growing each year, and countries worldwide are exploring new and innovative ways to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the effects of a warming planet. With many unique benefits over other types of carbon removal technologies, direct...
How Maine Is Leading the Way in Energy-Efficient Heat Pump Adoption 

How Maine Is Leading the Way in Energy-Efficient Heat Pump Adoption 

by Manuel Barreiro Castañeda | Jan 25, 2024 | Climate Change

Maine has recently embarked on an ambitious journey to install energy-efficient electric heat pumps and heat pump water heaters at a pace unparalleled in the United States. With a population of 1.4 million, the state has subsidized the purchase of over 100,000 heat...
Are We Approaching a Tipping Point for Global Electric Vehicle Adoption? 

Are We Approaching a Tipping Point for Global Electric Vehicle Adoption? 

by Manuel Barreiro Castañeda | Jan 2, 2024 | Carbon Footprint

Electric vehicle purchases have been surging globally in recent years. According to a recent analysis by Bloomberg Green, EVs are rapidly approaching their critical adoption tipping points across the planet.   In 2022, the beginning of this analysis, 19...
How Jordan’s Capital Is Using Urban Mini Forests to Manage Soaring Temperatures 

How Jordan’s Capital Is Using Urban Mini Forests to Manage Soaring Temperatures 

by Manuel Barreiro Castañeda | Oct 10, 2023 | English

A surprising ecological refuge lies in the heart of the industrial Marka district in Jordan’s capital, Amman. Located between a refugee camp and an airport, a mini forest of heat-resistant trees is helping manage soaring temperatures. Species like the Palestine...
The Smart City Movement Spreads to Africa and the Middle East

The Smart City Movement Spreads to Africa and the Middle East

by Manuel Barreiro Castañeda | Oct 5, 2023 | English

The smart city movement has been steadily gaining traction over the past few years, with major cities like Toronto and Singapore making digitalization a major part of city life.   This trend has now extended to Africa and the Middle East, showing significant...
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