All posts by Amina Lang
Amina is an experienced professional in the sustainability field who is passionate about the transformation to an equitable and sustainable future. She has spoken on issues of sustainable energy at COP21, COP22, the UN International Forum on Energy for Sustainable Development, and the EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW).
Origami has just made it easier to get freshwater
Some scientists decided to see if they could improve solar steam generators' energy efficiency, which they did.
Old phone batteries could power lamps in developing countries
Don't chuck out those old phone batteries just yet.
The World Bank launches the first sustainable water bond
The World Bank hopes to raise up to $3 billion which would be used for investments into projects that are dedicated to promoting ocean conservation and fostering marine life.
Facebook and Fujitsu commit to 100% renewable energy
Facebook and Fujitsu have separately announced plans that they are transitioning global operations to 100% renewable energy.
Some developing countries are lighting up with solar power
While global net investments are down, investments in emerging markets are increasing at a significant pace.
Sustainable packaging: could mushrooms be the new plastic?
An innovative process that combines mycelium from mushrooms with agricultural waste could soon be used in packaging.