No new machines, just crushed rock and rainfall. Could this be climate tech's most unglamorous success story?

Mauro swapped Sardinia for Eindhoven and has been an IO+ editor for 3 years. As a GREEN+ expert, he covers the energy transition with data-driven stories.
No new machines, just crushed rock and rainfall. Could this be climate tech's most unglamorous success story?
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This week, we spotlight the winners of the G&A Award 2026. Today: Euclyd.

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