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Trend explained
A no-nonsense, jargon-free guide to the latest concepts and buzzwords in innovation and sustainability – from the metaverse to ‘climatarianism’
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The metaverse
The metaverse is proving difficult to define. Should we perceive it as an opportunity or a threat? What does it entail? And why is it so attractive to potential users?
Climatarianism
There are a huge number of different diets – paleo, mediterranean, high protein, low fat, low carb, low protein, and everything in between. But consumers are increasingly becoming specifically interested in diets that have a positive impact on climate change
NFTs
NFTs are often shrouded in mystery since it is hard not to view them as anything other than abstract entities functioning within a digital landscape.
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Can we attract a greener future with rare-earth-free magnets?
A new type of magnet eliminates the need for scarce and unsustainable rare earths
A subscription platform for high-end electronics
Available for businesses and individuals, the service provides the latest devices at affordable prices
Helping companies and individuals access a circular economy for electronics
For a small monthly fee, borrowers receive a high-quality refurbished computer that includes IT support as part of the package
IoT sensors for hyper-local natural disaster insights
Easy-to-install and maintain, the networks provide essential data for improving urban health and safety
Reducing the carbon footprint of data centres through energy-efficient AI
Researchers are replacing traditional processing units with field-programmable gate arrays to help improve the sustainability of data centres