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Kneider's new energy can be summarized as follows: The conversion of kinetic energy into thermal energy occurs naturally and is free; the reverse is correct but requires specialized help and comes at a cost.  Thus, any heat can be converted into mechanical motion using the proper tools/liquids and if the application is economically solvent! It should work like this:  Stop operating the steam turbines and pistons with hot gas. Due to their density, steam and gases are weak motion transmitters; fluids/liquids are more suitable for this task.  Vapor transmits its pressure/flow to a liquid, and the liquid spins a hydraulic turbine; then, the output power shall be multiplied by more than six, regarding steam in thermodynamic laws only. So, naturally, any unfrozen water or air can produce green, renewable, almost free Electricity.  Then, we end the need for wood, coal, fuel, gas, and other heat producers. Newsletter 🇺🇳 UNESCO Highlights 📌 Discover what’s new this week De UNESCO Publication hebdomadaire

🌱 Celebrating National Science Day! 🌍 Embracing the spirit of innovation and sustainability, today marks a profound reflection on our scientific achievements and the path towards a greener, brighter future. As we honor the legacy of Sir C.V. Raman, let's also look ahead to the role of science in shaping sustainable trends. In a world where sustainability is paramount, science stands as our guiding light. From renewable energy solutions to eco-friendly materials, scientific breakthroughs are driving transformative change. Today, we celebrate not only past discoveries but also the promise they hold for tomorrow's challenges. Let's harness the power of science to create a world where conservation and progress go hand in hand. Together, we can pioneer sustainable technologies, protect our ecosystems, and build resilient communities for generations to come. On this National Science Day, let's recommit to the pursuit of knowledge and innovation, ensuring a sustainable legacy for our planet and future generations. Join me in celebrating the extraordinary potential of science to shape a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow! 🌟🔬 #NationalScienceDay #Sustainability #Innovation #FutureForward

[The Frontiers Planet Prize: Celebrates Breakthroughs in Sustainability Science - CHF $1 Million Prize] Launched in 2022 by the Frontiers Research Foundation, the Frontiers Planet Prize recognizes and awards exceptional scientists conducting transformational research to protect our earth system. Through a rigorous evaluation and voting process, an independent Jury of 100 may select a National Champion for each participating country from this cohort of National Champions. After a second round of voting, 3 International Champions will each be awarded 1 million CHF. The prize focuses on addressing any one of the 9 planetary boundaries, as detailed by Professor Johan Rockström, director at the Potsdam Institute of Climate Change, and Owen Gaffney in their book and documentary, Breaking Boundaries. The Prize seeks to boost sustainability research globally by fostering national and international competition – much like the Olympics, but among scientists, universities, and countries. The aim is to identify, fund and support research that provides real solutions to the global environmental threats we face. The prize will recognize the best research published in established scientific journals within the past two years (date of acceptance, 1st November 2022 – 31st October 2024), with robust peer review and transparent publication procedures, that fulfill the prize's criteria. The CHF 1 million prize will be awarded to each International Champion to advance the breakthrough research of the winning research group. The International Champions will be announced during the award ceremony taking place in Spring 2025, in Switzerland. More: https://lnkd.in/eYcQyvXd Critieria: https://lnkd.in/ehxTxrbX Submission to National Representative Body: 1 November, 2024 More on submission timeline: https://lnkd.in/gSmsJRqh --- #APRU #FrontierPlanetPrize #Sustainability

Here we talk about important research work, for Germany, but also for Europe. How do you phrase policies for a successful Transition and optimal Trilemma? Lead themes for the work:”How does energy and climate policy evolve over time?” & “What role do ideology and technology play in policy development?” Interesting to have the Ideology aspects evaluated, especially for Germany, where this has seemed to be driving for a long time, but is it affordable?https://lnkd.in/dgjuYQfv 🤔 If I where 30 years younger I would have applied 😇👍

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[The Frontiers Planet Prize: Celebrates Breakthroughs in Sustainability Science] Launched in 2022 by the Frontiers Research Foundation, the Frontiers Planet Prize recognizes and awards exceptional scientists conducting transformational research to protect our earth system. Through a rigorous evaluation and voting process, an independent Jury of 100 may select a National Champion for each participating country, and from this cohort of National Champions, and after a second round of voting, 3 International Champions will each be awarded 1 million CHF. The prize focuses on addressing any one of the 9 planetary boundaries, as detailed by Professor Johan Rockström, director at the Potsdam Institute of Climate Change, and Owen Gaffney in their book and documentary, Breaking Boundaries.    The Prize seeks to boost sustainability research globally by fostering national and international competition – much like the Olympics, but among scientists, universities, and countries. The aim is to identify, fund and support research that provides real solutions to the global environmental threats we face.    The prize will recognize the best research published in established scientific journals within the past two years (date of acceptance, 1st November 2022 – 31st October 2024), with robust peer review and transparent publication procedures, that fulfil the criteria of the prize. The CHF 1 million prize will be awarded to each International Champion to advance the breakthrough research of the winning research group. The International Champions will be announced during the award ceremony taking place in Spring 2025, in Switzerland.   More: https://lnkd.in/eYcQyvXd   Critieria: https://lnkd.in/ehxTxrbX   Submission to National Representative Body: 1 November, 2024   More on submission timeline: https://lnkd.in/gSmsJRqh   ---   #APRU #FrontierPlanetPrize #Sustainability 

🌐 Exciting Update! 🚀 Last year, we engaged in the European Commission's Horizon Results Booster program from August to December. Why? Because we believe in the power of translating research into real societal benefits – a cornerstone of scientific innovation. Curious about our journey? Dive deeper into our experiences and insights gained during the Horizon Results Booster in our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/eQKkVSi7 📖💡 Exploiting scientific results is crucial for transforming discoveries into practical solutions that positively impact society. Our participation in the program allowed us to refine our approach and align our research with the evolving needs of our community. #ScientificInnovation #HorizonResultsBooster #ResearchTranslation #Sustainability #h2020 #researchimpact #TRANSLATEenergy #innovation #scientificinnovation #greenenergy #wasteheatrecovery

The influential Paris-based International Science Council has called for a ‘big science’ approach to speed up unacceptably sluggish progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. “There is an urgency to act,” it said at the United Nations high-level forum on sustainable development, held in New York last week. The Council proposes that a ‘big science’ approach should be applied widely and locally for rapid effect – especially in the Global South – and should be accompanied by a new funding model that surpasses current national science funding systems, in a new report titled Flipping the Science Model: A roadmap to science missions for sustainability...

Recap of PEEX Online Seminar at ACCC Impact Week ☘ We are delighted to share the highlights from the recent PEEX online seminar hosted by the University of Helsinki during the ACCC Impact Week. The seminar successfully brought together researchers and educators to discuss critical topics related to climate change and air quality. ✅ Key Takeaways: Engaging Discussions: The seminar featured insightful presentations from PEEX partner universities, showcasing their research and educational initiatives in tackling climate change and air quality challenges. Collaboration Opportunities: Participants actively explored potential collaborations to advance scientific understanding and address pressing environmental issues. ✅ Organizers' Insights: Hanna K. Lappalainen, Alexander Mahura, and Markku Kulmala, the organizers, emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary cooperation in driving impactful research and innovation. ✅ Feedback and Reflections: Attendees expressed enthusiasm about the collaborative spirit and the wealth of knowledge shared during the seminar. Many highlighted the value of networking and exchanging ideas with peers from different institutions. ✅ Looking Ahead: The University of Helsinki remains committed to fostering international partnerships through initiatives like PEEX. Stay tuned for future events and opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research initiatives. For more information please check here ➡ https://lnkd.in/d2buT7QU