Unreasonable Impact | The Next Generation of Rural Infrastructure: Q&A with Altaeros Energies

Tue, 06/20/2017 - 10:55

Over half of the world’s population is still not using the internet. Seemingly something out of a science-fiction movie, Altaeros Energies has developed the world’s first autonomous aerostat system to deploy energy and communication to more people at a fraction of the cost. In other words, they have effectively created a really tall cell tower (up to 600 meters off the ground) that can provide as much mobile coverage as at least 20 ground-based cell towers. Not only that, but this tethered airborne platform can lift a lightweight wind turbine up into the sky where winds are strong and consistent, harnessing exponential amounts of clean energy.

Unreasonable Impact | Turning Carbon Waste Into Usable Fuel

Fri, 06/16/2017 - 10:05

Unreasonable’s CEO Daniel Epstein is joined at the fireside by Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech and an alumnus of the Unreasonable Impact accelerator.

Bloomberg's Path to 100% Renewable Energy

Fri, 06/02/2017 - 10:15

In 2016, Bloomberg joined RE100, a global initiative by influential businesses committed to 100% renewable electricity. We have pledged to obtain 100% of our electricity from renewable sources by 2025. Our initial target continues to be 35% electricity from renewables by 2020. To date, our completed solar projects have generated more than 15,000 megawatt hours and saved Bloomberg more than $1 million.

Generating Renewable Energy from Waste: Q&A with Lockheed Martin’s Craig Moeller

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 12:05

Waste generation around the world is expected to almost double by 2025. Landfills are filling up. Something has to be done. Lockheed Martin wants to be part of the solution.

In Its Continuing Mission to Improve Every Life, 3M Announced Today the Publication of Its 2017 Sustainability Report.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 05:00

The 2017 Sustainability Report covers what 3M accomplished throughout 2016 in addressing significant global challenges involving raw materials, water, energy and climate, health and safety, as well as education and development.

Consumers Energy Investing Nearly $440 Million to Enhance Safety, Reliability of Natural Gas System

Wed, 05/24/2017 - 14:00

Focusing on safety and reliability, Consumers Energy is spending nearly $440 million this year to modernize its natural gas system.

From Wireless to Dynamic Electric Vehicle Charging: The Evolution of Qualcomm Halo [Video]

Wed, 05/24/2017 - 12:15

The future of urban mobility is connected, autonomous, electric, and wireless. And Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (QTI) is one of the companies leading the charge — figuratively. Qualcomm Halo, our wireless electric vehicle charging (WEVC) technology, is a simple and efficient way to charge electric vehicles (EV), helping drive a cleaner and smarter future for urban mobility.

Sustainable Brands Hosts Influential Brand Leaders at SB’17 Detroit

Mon, 05/22/2017 - 10:00

Sustainable Brands® kicks off its largest community gathering today with Sustainable Brands’17 Detroit at the Cobo Center in downtown Detroit. Over 2,000 business executives along with their teams from 35+ countries across the globe are attending the conference and Activation Hub. In addition, there is anticipated record breaking livestream viewership in collaboration with Detroit Public Television (DPTV).

Sustaining Natural Resources, One Project at a Time

Tue, 05/23/2017 - 09:05

Imagine a world where trees, wildlife and open spaces weren’t on the decline. A world where we all made a conscious effort to preserve natural habitats. By conserving communities and educating future generations, we can bring a greener earth from imagination to reality.

Unreasonable Impact | The Car Service of the Future: A Q&A with Riversimple

Tue, 05/30/2017 - 09:30