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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 14d

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 14d

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Kongjian, a visionary pioneer of the sponge city concept, whom we had the privilege to interview.
Read our interview here: www.renewablematter.eu/en/sponge-ci...

Sponge cities: are they really working? Interview with Professor Kongjian Yu

The visionary behind the sponge city concept for flood management explains how to combine theory and practice of this model

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 15d

The Ocean Race is more than a race. The most iconic team ocean boat race is an event that combines sport, science and awareness to send a universal message: consume less and with more consciousness.
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The Ocean Race, a competition to protect the sea

The most iconic team ocean boat race is an event that combines sport, science and awareness to send a universal message: consume less and with more consciousness

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Italian Climate Network @italianclimate.bsky.social · 15d

Uno studio ha ricostruito il legame diretto tra le emissioni delle grandi compagnie fossili e i picchi di caldo.
L'editoriale di Serena Giacomin, Direttrice Scientifica di ICN, su
@renewablematter.bsky.social:
www.renewablematter.eu/ondate-calor...

Ondate di calore e compagnie fossili: un cambio di paradigma che rafforza il principio “chi inquina paga”

Uno studio pubblicato su Nature ha ricostruito il legame diretto tra le emissioni delle “carbon majors” e i picchi di caldo

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 15d

Are you following the UN General Assembly? @emanuelebompan.bsky.social is on site, covering the event step by step. Follow us to stay updated. Read more >> www.renewablematter.eu/en/un-genera...

#UN

Un General Assembly: France and nine other western countries recognise Palestine as a state

Macron's speech at the conference with Saudi Arabia to accelerate the creation of a sovereign national entity for the palestinian people. condemnation by the White House, Netanyahu: “It will never hap...

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 21d

We will be there too!!

Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 23d

New magazine out!!
We are happy to announce that our new magazine issue is online.
Are you not subscribed to the magazine yet?
Use the discount code MR4ALL and get 15% off.
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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · 26d

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The ECB will introduce a “climate factor” in collateral assessment from 2025, linking finance to climate risks. The move aims to boost resilience of EU monetary policy, turning Lagarde’s words into action. Read more:
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ECB, from 2026 a climate factor in collateral

The measure aims to safeguard the European Central Bank’s balance sheet and strengthen the resilience of monetary policy against climate-related risks

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Sep 3

🏗️#Infrastructure is the foundation of society. But today it faces a crucial challenge: becoming more resilient, sustainable, and less impactful.
How? We'll discuss it in the next issue of our magazine.
📢 If your company has a story to share write to us at [email protected].

Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Sep 3

The USA announced that it will retaliate against countries that next October, will confirm their support for the International Maritime Organisation's (IMO) Net-Zero Framework (NZF), a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emission intensity in the shipping sector.
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The US threatens retaliation against states that will support the IMO Net Zero Framework

The International Maritime Organisation is expected to adopt the first global plan for decarbonising the maritime sector in October, but the United States wants to prevent it

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Sep 3

Read the article by @emanuelebompan.bsky.social here: www.renewablematter.eu/en/cop30-cha...

COP30 chaos: a logistical fiasco that undermines negotiations and democracy

It was supposed to be the “People’s COP”, popular and inclusive, but now risks becoming the most exclusive and chaotic COP in history

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Sep 3

📌 #COP30 chaos: a logistical fiasco that undermines negotiations and democracy
According to do Lago, “the issue of accommodation has become a political issue”. In these cases, one must adapt. But if the prices of flights and hotels are prohibitive, the only choice is to renounce.
Read the full OpEd

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Clean Shipping Coalition @cleanshipping.bsky.social · Sep 1

The US threatens retaliation against states that will support the IMO Net Zero Framework @renewablematter.bsky.social www.renewablematter.eu/en/us-threat...

The US threatens retaliation against states that will support the IMO Net Zero Framework

The International Maritime Organisation is expected to adopt the first global plan for decarbonising the maritime sector in October, but the United States wants to prevent it

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Aug 20

The Australian Institute of Marine Science just published its new report on the health of coral reefs.
What's happening?
Read our article here:

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How does climate change affect coral reefs?

The 2024–2025 AISM Annual Summary Report reveals alarming reef losses but also signs of recovery

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Aug 19

Did you want to know more about fresh water?
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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jul 15

Longevity & Human Tech: From biohacking to brain emulation, from exoskeletons to regenerative medicine — explore how the science of living longer is reshaping society, economy, and sustainability.

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jul 9

🌱 #Haiki+ completes acquisition of Ecobat’s Italian lead‑acid battery recycling assets. Haiki+ becomes Italy’s first fully integrated producer of recycled lead. This €22.9 M deal marks a major boost for the national circular economy.
Read the CEO's interview:
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Haiki+ strengthens integrated lead-acid battery recycling chain

Interview with Giovanni Rosti, CEO of Haiki+

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jul 7

“No country is immune to drought and we need to be prepared.” Daniel Tsegai, Program Officer at the #UNCCD, delivered a clear message during the press conference for the launch of the Drought Hotspots Around the World 2023–2025 report.
Read the news:
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Drought: Here are the Global Hotspots. No Country is Safe

The UNCCD and NDMC report reveals the most severe effects of drought worldwide. “The Mediterranean is the canary in the coal mine for all modern economies”

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jun 30

#Aluminium in Packaging Means Prevention and Technological Innovation.
The new EU Regulation challenges the virtuous example of the Italian CIAL Consortium.
Read the case study here:
www.renewablematter.eu/en/cial-alum...

Aluminium in Packaging Means Prevention and Technological Innovation

The new EU Regulation challenges the virtuous example of the Italian CIAL Consortium

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jun 26

Beyond depleted oilfields and seabed mineralisation, a new frontier of CO2 storage is emerging: seawater itself. Discover Limenet case study, read the article here: www.renewablematter.eu/en/how-CO2-s...

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · Jun 24

Valencia hosted the 33rd European #Biomass Conference and Exhibition: while research makes strides and new markets open, political uncertainty continues to hamper investment. We were there to take a look fo you:

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Biomass: EUBCE 2025 calls for greater collaboration and policy clarity

Valencia hosted the 33rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition: while research makes strides and new markets open, political uncertainty continues to hamper investment

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · May 28

By halting updates to the NOAA archive, #Trump creates an information gap that will be difficult to fill, adding further instability to the US insurance market.
What to expect for the next #hurricane season?
www.renewablematter.eu/en/us-closes...

The US closes its climate disaster database and enters hurricane season unprepared

By halting updates to the NOAA archive, Trump creates an information gap that will be difficult to fill, adding further instability to the US insurance market

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · May 26

The values of participation and transparency in the development of #ISO standards are unmatched in the world of standardisation, yet the fact that access comes at a cost remains a weakness
Read the article here: www.renewablematter.eu/en/carbon-fo...

Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · May 26

The values of participation and transparency in the development of ISO standards are unmatched in the world of standardisation, yet the fact that access comes at a cost remains a weakness.
Read the editorial: www.renewablematter.eu/en/startup-m...

Startup, Meight: Data and AI to Optimise Freight Logistics

Launched in 2021, the platform helps road freight carriers manage operations in an automated and fully digital way throughout Europe

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Renewable Matter | Materia Rinnovabile @renewablematter.bsky.social · May 15

Discover the #GlobalSouth with us! In the journey towards a sustainable future, the countries of the Global South, those most affected by the overlapping environmental and economic crises, could forge a third path.
Subscribe and read it here: www.renewablematter.eu/en/magazine/...