This Google Spinout Thinks AI Can Fix America’s EV Battery Problem

SandboxAQ has an AI platform to help materials researchers speed the development of safer, higher-powered, solid-state batteries for autos, the military and data centers.

Why The Rules-Based System Matters For Business – And How To Fix It

The rules-based system is weakening – and the economic costs are rising. Reform is no longer optional for governments or business.

A Move To Crack Down On Microplastics

This week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at a cheaper, safer form of nuclear power and a billion-dollar deal to get nickel and lithium from battery waste

A Billionaire’s Pitch To Cut Power Bills Collides With California’s Real Costs

Cleantech investor and governor candidate Tom Steyer says competition with utilities can slash electricity. But the main bill drivers don’t disappear if you change who sells power.

Is It Plastic?

a list of common materials to test your knowledge of plastic, and to marvel at the scale of the plastic pollution crisis

3D Printing Stuff Yourself Is Good For The Environment

It turns out that 3D printing your own products will not only save you money but also be good for the environment.

The Beginning Of The End For Fossil Fuels Can Start In Colombia

The first ever Transition Away From Fossil Fuels Conference is taking place in Colombia

High Gas Prices Boosting Interest In EVs, But Will Sales Follow

The rising price of gasoline due to the Middle East war is boosting consumer research on EVs, but new research casts doubt on whether sales will follow.

How Timber Extensions Can Make Concrete Buildings More Sustainable

Charlie Law from Timber Development UK, said by retaining existing structures and adding timber to them, a building will have a much lower carbon footprint.

The $6 Trillion Question: What AI Can And Can’t Do For Climate Finance

Artificial intelligence has an important role to place in improving climate finance flows, and the climate finance world has a role to play in shaping AI governance.