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From waste to wardrobe: the future of fashion
What if your old jeans could be reborn as catwalk fashion? Thanks to the EU-funded New Cotton project, this could soon be a reality. Led by Finnish start-up Infinited Fiber Company, the New Cotton project has shown that collaboration, innovation and determination can turn one of the fashion industry’s biggest problems into a circular solution.
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Co-opting nuclear energy for hydrogen production
Europe needs new clean energy sources to decarbonise its economy. The EU-funded NPHyCo project assessed the viability of using Europe’s nuclear power plants to generate hydrogen. The project found that the technique is technically feasible and could even be economically viable in the near future.
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Dial-a-ship: a worldwide fleet for ocean science
Marine research is essential to understanding our planet and climate change. Yet exploring the ocean can be difficult, dangerous and expensive. The EU-funded EurofleetsPlus project sought to accelerate marine research by providing scientists in Europe and beyond with access to a fleet of 27 state-of-the-art research vessels.
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The volcano where CO2 emissions are being turned to stone
Reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is a critical element in the fight against climate change. This is why EU researchers have pioneered a novel method of capturing emissions and storing them underground as rock. This could help Europe meet its climate targets.
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Novel waste heat recycling technology delivers energy savings to industry
The industrial sector accounts for nearly a third of energy use in the EU, mostly for heat and thermal processes. Innovative technology developed by the EU-funded ETEKINA project recycles factory heat, lowering environmental impact and running costs. The research supports the EU’s goal of being climate-neutral by 2050.
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Plain sailing: game-changing EU tech is helping the maritime industry go green
The shipping industry is responsible for 3% of global carbon emissions, putting it under the spotlight for environmental upgrades. Two game-changing vessel designs have now been produced with the help of EU funding, along with retrofit technologies for existing cruise ships and bulk carriers. Maritime sustainability is a key EU priority on the continent’s journey to slashing carbon emissions while creating opportunities for green economic growth and jobs.
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Innovative photovoltaic roof tiles could turn homes into solar farms
Solar panels installed over traditional roofs can suffer from weather-related problems and compromise the roof construction. The EU-funded TilePlus project designed new roof tiles with embedded tough photovoltaic cells. This would allow millions of homes across Europe to produce their own energy.
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Bringing circular economy practices to glass and carbon fibre composites
Composite materials are widely used across multiple industries, yet are difficult to recycle. The EU-funded FiberEUse project developed new solutions to reuse composites and recover their residual properties. The developments could make these structural materials more cost-effective and environmentally friendly.
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Urban heating innovations promise a sustainable future
The energy crisis has highlighted the importance of greater heating efficiency. The EU-funded RELaTED project showed how lower temperatures in district heating systems combined with heat pumps can reduce costs while still keeping homes and commercial premises warm. The findings can boost sustainable energy production, reduce energy waste, and provide cost-effective heating to consumers.

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