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26 March 2024

The initiation of the Tech4Regeneration program was catalyzed by a pivotal report from the Stockholm Resilience Center, revealing that humanity has breached six out of nine crucial planetary thresholds necessary for maintaining a secure and sustainable existence.

EPFL launches Tech4Regeneration program to spearhead regenerative economy

25 March 2024

Founded in 2021 by Maxim Interbrick (left) and Elshad Hajiyev (right), Sparrow Analytics has made a name for itself by developing mobile sensors, known as Sparrow Node, that attach to vehicles to scan and measure urban environmental parameters in real-time.

Sparrow Analytics secures EUR 2 million to expand its environmental monitoring solution

25 March 2024

The VPP project aims to aggregate small energy producers to collectively match the impact of a larger power plant, addressing the challenges posed by the rapid expansion of decentralized and unpredictable energy sources, primarily solar power.

A virtual power plant developed by Studer-Innotec and OIKEN in the canton of Valais

25 March 2024

"Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg" is an 11-part video series that delves into the vibrant and evolving agrifood sector of the canton of Fribourg.

Ecosystem Partnerships (Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg 9/11)

20 March 2024

EPFL scientists have introduced a novel method for producing high-performance plastics from agricultural waste, offering a greener alternative to traditional materials derived from fossil fuels.

EPFL develops sustainable plastics from agricultural waste

18 March 2024

"Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg" is an 11-part video series that delves into the vibrant and evolving agrifood sector of the canton of Fribourg.

Academia Industry Collaborations (Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg 8/11)

13 March 2024

This collaboration with the UK Space Agency aims to explore the feasibility of an innovative in-orbit satellite refueling mission, marking a significant advance into a new market segment for in-orbit services.

ClearSpace secures UK Space Agency contract for satellite refueling study

6 March 2024

Yord’s device utilizes artificial intelligence to optimally and autonomously regulate heating for both private and public sector buildings, potentially saving up to 30% of energy consumption.

Bluefactory start-up Yord’s smart energy optimization awarded in Fribourg

6 March 2024

"Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg" is an 11-part video series that delves into the vibrant and evolving agrifood sector of the canton of Fribourg.

A Strong Heritage Through Innovation (Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg 7/11)

6 March 2024

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