Energy
Heat from the centre of the earth
European cities are digging deep into the Earth’s core to tap into geothermal heat.
Planet
Living seawalls make a splash
These 3D-printed panels mimic the natural world to breathe life into marine construction.
Business
Fatal attraction for microplastics
This magnetic powder promises a faster method for removing microscopic pieces of plastic.
Business
A window into the future
A new breed of glass panels use vacuum tech to cut the carbon footprint of buildings new and old.
Planet
Mini robots create a buzz
These microrobots are being built to enter hives, interact with bees and even dance for them.
Business
From food waste to soil saviour
Dehydration technology is turning discarded food and green waste into nutritious farm fertiliser.
Business
Searching for a better world
Tired of tech giants profiting from your online activity? These startups put your clicks to better use.
Planet
Tiny bubbles take on ocean plastic
A world-first pollution solution is bubbling away at the mouth of a European river.
Business
Concrete carbon trapped for centuries
Concrete blocks that store carbon sucked from the atmosphere are being used in construction.
Business
Cow-burp carbon in the crosshairs
A key source of carbon emissions could soon be slashed thanks to a new burp-busting innovation for farmers.
Business
Earthshot prize: meet the winners
£1m apiece was awarded to propel these five planet-saving creations towards greater impact.
Household
Washing the world of microplastics
These new solutions aim to catch plastic microfibres before they escape from your washing machine.