Ibiza Optimista

Exploring the Far Side of the Moon

China was the first nation to land on the far side of the Moon in 2014. Their Chang'e-6 mission collected samples and they plan to establish a permanent system on future missions. They are also exploring Mars with technology similar to that of the US and the EU. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

Smart Helmet for Fire Fighters

A new smart helmet with thermal cameras and AI helps firefighters see and move better in fires by detecting their location, their equipment and potential victims in real time. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

EU Industries to Pay for their Pollution

A new EU law will force the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries to cover at least 80 per cent of the costs of cleaning up their pollutants in wastewater, following the polluter-pays principle. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

Minor Marijuana Convictions Pardoned

Maryland's governor pardoned more than 175,000 people with minor marijuana convictions, seeking to correct injustices and promote racial justice as marijuana is now legal in much of the US. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

Sustainable Desalination

More than 300 million people depend on desalination plants, which consume a lot of energy and often use fossil fuels. Oneka Technologies and Desolenator are looking for sustainable solutions using wave and solar power, respectively. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

Light Therapy for Brain and Spinal Cord

Low-level light therapy helps heal brain and spinal cord injuries. A helmet with infrared light improves brain connectivity, and a new implant illuminates damaged areas of the spinal cord to regenerate nerves and restore function. READ MORE

Published: 15/10/2024

Solar Energy with Storage Batteries

Solar power's biggest challenge is its intermittency, but a new plant in California's Mojave Desert is solving this problem. The Edwards Sanborn Project combines the largest solar farm in the United States with the world's largest storage system, enabling 24-hour electricity production. With near... READ MORE

Published: 15/08/2024

The Benefits of Recycling Glass

Recycling glass is essential for the environment, as it saves energy, conserves natural resources and allows bottles to be reused without loss of quality. A recycled bottle can be back in the shops in just 30 days, and the process uses 40% less energy than making new glass. READ MORE

Published: 15/08/2024

Walking Helps Back Pain

Regular walking can be very effective in preventing the recurrence of low back pain by strengthening the muscles that support the spine and reducing the risk of pain. READ MORE

Remote Controlled Lifebuoy

The 'Dolphin 1 Smart Lifebuoy' is a remote-controlled lifebuoy that helps rescue people in the water. Launched by rescue teams, it is remotely controlled and can target the person in distress from 500 metres away. It operates at a maximum speed of 15 km/h, has a 30-minute battery life and is desi... READ MORE

Published: 15/08/2024

Italian Town Seeks New Residents

The village of Santa Fiora in Tuscany will offer a 50% discount on rent to remote workers moving for more than two months. With historical and natural attractions, and a recent improvement in internet connectivity, the cost of living can be reduced to between €150 and €250 a month. In addition, t... READ MORE

Published: 15/08/2024

Drinking Water from the Air

Professor Cody Friesen has created a solar hydro-pane that can extract water from the air even in dry climates, producing about five litres per day per panel. It uses solar fans to capture and condense the moisture, which is then converted into drinking water. BIBO Park in Ibiza also uses similar... READ MORE

Published: 15/08/2024

Music as Medicine

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AI Can Predict Extreme Weather

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Incinerating Trash for Energy

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Artificial Islands to Save a Lake

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Regenerative Agriculture

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Protecting the Right to Pay Cash

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Electric Hydrofoil Ferries

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Benefits of Sourdough Bread

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