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New nanomaterial offers efficient hydrogen production – just add light
16 December 2022
A new nanomaterial catalyst needs only light to convert ammonia into hydrogen, its developers have said.
THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS TO EXPLORE AIRLANDER 10’S POTENTIAL TO UNLOCK A GREENER FUTURE FOR AIR TRAVEL AND TRANSFORM CONNECTIVITY
14 December 2022
New concept study announced as region ramps up efforts to build a more sustainable future for aviation and help Scotland’s more remote regions pave the way to net zero
‘Dramatic’ fall in launch costs could make space-based solar power viable, says IMechE chief executive
12 December 2022
An “absolutely dramatic” decrease in space launch costs is causing a fundamental shift in the industry, the chief executive of the IMechE has said – and it could enable some ground-breaking new technology.
THE RSE LAUNCH INQUIRY INTO BENEFITS OF SCOTTISH TREE PLANTING
10 December 2022
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) has today, Monday 24 October, launched an inquiry into the benefits of public support through planting grants, tax allowances and carbon payments for tree planting in Scotland.
HES stonemasons win gold and silver in national skills competition
09 December 2022
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is celebrating success at this year’s SkillBuild construction 'skills Olympics' after two of the organisation's stonemasons faced competitors from across the UK to take first and second place in the national finals in Edinburgh.
‘Europe’s biggest battery’ switched on in East Yorkshire
08 December 2022
Europe’s biggest battery energy storage system by capacity has been successfully switched on in East Yorkshire.
Be part of history and have your say on Scotland’s heritage
07 December 2022
Members of the public are asked to join a national conversation and shape the future direction and contribution of Scotland’s historic environment sector
Earthshot Prize: Prince William announces five winners
06 December 2022
Prince William announced the winners on Friday 2nd Dec at an awards ceremony in Boston in the US.
"I believe that the Earthshot solutions you have seen this evening prove we can overcome our planet's greatest challenges," Prince William said during the ceremony.
"By supporting and scaling them we can change our future," he said.
Rolls-Royce and EasyJet run aircraft engine on green hydrogen
05 December 2022
Rolls-Royce and EasyJet claimed a world first today (28 November) after running a modern aircraft engine on hydrogen
High-density pumped hydro company to build first demonstrator in Devon
02 December 2022
The developer of a new long duration hydro energy storage system will build its first demonstrator in Devon after receiving an £8.25m government contract.
Scottish bridge wins ICE People’s Choice Award 2022
26 November 2022
The Stockingfield Bridge project has won the 2022 ICE People’s Choice Award.
The annual award recognises civil engineering projects that have made a positive impact on their local communities.
