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INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE PAVEMENTS |
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The traditional production of asphalt, a key component used in road construction, contributes significantly to air pollution by releasing greenhouse gases during the heating process. A report by the National Asphalt Pavement Association estimates that the asphalt industry in the United States alone releases over 13 Mln tons of CO2 annually.
10Lines, a robotics startup based in Estonia, utilizes robots to apply road markings with eco-friendly paints, eliminating the use of conventional solvent-based paints that release harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds) into the atmosphere. This technology not only reduces the environmental impact of road construction but also minimizes the exposure to harmful chemicals for road workers.
Lafarge Canada, a leading construction materials company, has developed Duraclime technology to foster the advancement of sustainable pavement production. Duraclime is a warm mix asphalt technology that facilitates the production of asphalt mixes at significantly lower temperatures. This approach leads to reduced energy consumption and CO2 emissions compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, Duraclime facilitates the incorporation of higher percentages of reclaimed asphalt pavement into the asphalt mix, thereby reducing reliance on virgin materials and diverting waste from landfills. |
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Rise Up, the leading professional training management solution in Europe with over 5 million active learners worldwide, announces the acquisition of Domoscio, the French expert in Adaptive Learning.
The integration of Domoscio's customizable AI-based solutions into Rise Up's Learning Management System will empower clients to assess skill gaps, create tailored, automated learning paths, and monitor progress in real-time.
This strategic acquisition positions Rise Up as a leader in personalized learning, poised to enhance skill assimilation for clients across 73 countries.
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Sorted secures EUR 1.9 Mln to revolutionize waste sorting with AI
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London-based Sorted, an AI-powered recycling tech company, has secured funding in a seed round led by Pi Labs. Other investors include Archipelago Ventures, and angel investors.
Industry reports suggest that sorting inefficiencies cost the global economy an estimated USD 133 Bln annually. Sorted leverages computer vision, spectroscopy, and colored lasers to identify and separate valuable recyclables on sorting lines, resulting in a significant improvement – over 50% increase in residual waste recovery during initial trials.
The funding will enable Sorted’s plans to expand its development team and accelerate its go-to-market strategy.
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French shipping giant CMA CGM and public investment bank Bpifrance have jointly launched a fund aimed at accelerating the decarbonization of the French maritime sector.
The fund will be divided into three parts: 65% will be for supporting the decarbonization of French fishing fleets. Another 25% will be dedicated to equity investments in French maritime companies seeking to accelerate their decarbonization efforts. The remaining 10% will be directed towards funding maritime research projects.
Developing solutions to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of the maritime sector is a critical challenge as it contributes roughly 3% of global emissions.
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