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Firefighting foam is among the many sources of toxins being tackled by EU research. © ChiccoDodiFC, Shutterstock.com
Researchers are testing ways to remove “forever chemicals” from the environment and replace them in some commercial goods.
Richard Zaltzman is chief executive officer of EIT Food. © EIT Food
Farmers, companies and consumers are all helping spur improvements in EU agricultural production and diets.
Mushrooms are an environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic fibres in the textile industry. © Rodica Vasiliev, Shutterstock.com
Researchers are turning to two crops to tackle the environmental harm of apparel made with synthetic fibres.
EU industries from food and drinks to chemicals and biotechnology are seeking to profit from materials in water after it has been used.
Thermal decomposition is helping to green two major EU manufacturing industries.
Advances in plane technology promise one day to help many people in Europe and elsewhere get a better night’s sleep.
A group of critical raw materials may help Europe reduce supply-chain vulnerabilities.
In addition to generating clean energy, sea locations with turbines could be used to grow mussels, oysters and seaweed.
New machines can improve conditions for workers and boost industrial productivity.
Research projects in Europe developed water-surface scanners and better hull designs to tackle shipping accidents.
Drawing inspiration from birds, fish and even worms, researchers in Europe are developing machines to explore places on Earth that are difficult for people to reach.
Sensors, “smart” buoys and high-tech traps can make fisheries in Europe more sustainable and profitable.
Researchers in Europe are working to counter potential risks from nanomaterials used by a range of industries for technological advances.