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excess heat, food production

Using excess heat to create a food production facility

SSEC-Swedish surplus energy collaboration explain in detail how excess heat from an urban district heating system creates a facility combining food production, therefore, providing local produce for greener cities.
new homes, jobs

Government backs five year plan to create new homes and jobs

Development plans which could see more than 10,000 new homes built across England and 14,000 new jobs created by 2024/25 are to be brought forward through a £15 million government project.
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How modern technology is uniting LGBT voices

Before the UK decriminalisation of homosexuality (Sexual Offences Act 1967) and technology united LGBT voices, gay life for many men and women was very difficult: either complete denial of your true self or living a double life.
future of autonomous vehicles

The future of autonomous vehicles

Here, SSG Insight explores how driverless cars will have the ability to transform the future of autonomous vehicles.
food and agriculture

The future of food and agriculture

Håkan Sandin explores the future of the world’s food supply and the need to reduce unsustainable agriculture, in this analysis.
green technologies, circular economy,

Green technologies gearing up globally in East and West

The EU has been a pioneer in green technologies for decades, but China is rapidly catching up in eco-innovation, explains Prof Dr Raimund Bleischwitz.
climate change

The European Commission’s view on the fight against climate change

The European Commission's speaks Maroš Šefčovič, discusses how to make cities smarter, and offers his opinions on European mobility.
train stations

Future-gazing: what train stations will offer by 2030

Dave Ashton, CEO of Loco2, discusses what train stations will offer by 2030 thanks to technology and innovation
higher education

How will blockchain technology affect higher education in the future?

Tempson True, COO and PM at ICOHolder.com discusses the impact blockchain technology has on the future of higher education.
healthcare

Healthcare expert comments on the Health Secretary’s tech vision

Neil Laycock, Managing Director of healthcare at Servelec, comments on the issues raised by Matt Hancock and joining together for digital care.
net zero emissions

Climate experts advise government on net zero emissions target

Climate experts will advise the government on whether the UK should set a date for a net zero emissions target as the first ever Green GB & NI week launches
European Energy Union

Establishing a European Energy Union

Maroš Šefčovič, Vice-President, Energy Union at European Commission speaks to Open Access Government about establishing a European Energy Union and the importance of all Europeans having access to secure, affordable and climate-friendly energy
public spending

Deploying technology to bridge the public spending gap

Adrian Fieldhouse, Managing Director for Government at Sopra Steria explores how the deployment of technology can help to bridge the public spending gap
Food Parks

Food Parks – innovative production of food

SSE-C Swedish Surplus Energy Collaboration SLU provides a fascinating insight into the innovative production of food in Sweden, as well as the importance of fostering healthy environments for all people.
transport industry

How blockchain is set to transform the transport industry

Blockchain has been said to have the power to change the financial world, offering efficiency, transparency and security, however, it also has its many other uses to industries outside of finance, for example, the transport industry
blockchain spending

European Blockchain spending to rocket to $3.5 billion by 2022, data shows

Data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) suggests that Europe will become the second largest investor in blockchain technologies, with blockchain spending expected to soar to $3.5 billion.
rural households

Rural households spend much more of their income on energy bills than others

Rural households across the United States spend a disproportionately high share of their income on energy bills — about 40% more than their metropolitan counterparts, according to a new report r the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) and the Energy Efficiency for All (EEFA) coalition
local authorities

Using data analytics to create new opportunities for local authorities

Steve Shirley, Vice President of Public Sector at Mastercard provides insight into using data analytics to create new opportunities for local authorities
Lightweight solar

Lightweight solar has the power to transform society

Extending the reach of affordable solar energy will have both environmental and societal benefits says Dr. Geoff J. Nesbitt, CEO, Verditek
Construction and concessions

Making all the difference: Construction and concessions in Europe

Eiffage is a major European player in construction and concessions, as this insightful article by the company explains

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