There is no denying that the North Sea is in bad shape. But with the right mindset and advanced technology, we will get our beloved sea as clean as it was hundreds of years ago. Great news for the birds,…
In the future, we’ll use more sustainable energy from wind and solar. Due to weather conditions, however, the availability of energy fluctuates. That’s why electricity storage systems are indispensable. Ocean Grazer, a hydroelectric plant, can store excessive energy from wind…
The past week saw new major announcements coming to shake the Dutch electricity market. Essent, one of the three biggest energy providers in the country, has announced a 35% reduction in variable electricity tariffs, promising significant annual savings for households…
Between 2012 and 2017, the five friends were all involved in Forze Hydrogen Racing. The TU Delft student team developed the world’s first hydrogen-powered racing car, which shattered Tesla’s electric lap record on the Zandvoort circuit. Now, seven years later,…
More than 20 countries worldwide claim pieces of the international sea for deep-sea mining, driven by the need for rare metals for technological developments and energy transition. China leads with five lots, while environmental organizations warn about the rapid developments.…
The necessity to protect the low-lying Netherlands from the encroaching sea is as old as the nation itself. Traditionally, the Dutch have engineered their way to safety with dikes and dams. Today, the challenge of climate change brings a fresh…
A man at his computer in a dark attic room. Possibly wearing a hoodie. This is the image that comes to mind when many people hear the word “hacker. This is not surprising; cyber-attacks are often carried out with malicious…
A report from the European Environmental Agency has unveiled the dire state of textile waste management in Europe. In 2020 alone, Europe produced 6.95 million tonnes of textile waste- -16 kilograms per person – but only 12% was properly recycled…
Who doesn’t know them, the vibes of Eindhoven? The three lightning-like angular stripes underneath each other, often presented solo or in other variations, symbolize the renewal that Eindhoven likes to radiate. The vibes result from a widely supported design process,…
Scientific research strives to improve the world we live in day by day. From healthcare to energy and pollution, university researchers are tirelessly working to find solutions to the main problems of our time. IO grouped for you some of…