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Mobile operators need more reliable access to renewable energy

TM Forum

In the UK, where the operator targets net zero operations by 2027, this has helped to reduce operational carbon emissions by 77% as of March 2022, compared to a 2019 baseline, which amounts to 71,675 tonnes of CO2e. The mast is fitted with a wind turbine, solar panels and on-site battery storage. been powered by renewable electricity.

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Rent a tent: Camping gear marketplace startup aims to crack the code for outdoor equipment rental

GeekWire

But like other outdoor enthusiasts, he realized his stockpile of tents and other recreational equipment spends most days collecting dust in storage. Revenue volume is expected to reach more than $120 billion by 2027, according to market research. ” GeerGarage does not have shipping, storage, and other overhead costs, Wise said.

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Fairphone’s latest sustainable smartphone comes with a five-year warranty

The Verge

Although Fairphone is only guaranteeing software support until the end of 2025, it has ambitions to extend this as far as 2027. The 5G handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 750G processor, and that’s paired with either 6 or 8GB of RAM and 128 or 256GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. Image: Fairphone.

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Silicon Valley Bank was a climate tech booster making big promises 

GeekWire

. “As the bank of the innovation economy, and in alignment with our mission to help our clients succeed and innovate for a better world, SVB has committed to provide at least $5 billion in loans, investments and other financing to support sustainability efforts by 2027,” the company pledged last year.

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Elevating Education with Electronic Book Software

Kitaboo

between the period of 2022-2027. Electronic books can be instantly shared over all types of digital channels, like instant messaging, emails, portable storage devices, etc. They are convenient, portable, and accessible and provide the readers with a variety of tools to personalize their reading experience.

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ZeroAvia and Alaska Airlines unveil turboprop that could become largest green aircraft to take flight

GeekWire

The company is also developing its own liquid hydrogen fuel storage and hydrogen fuel cells, incorporating proton-exchange membrane (PEM) technology for the fuel cells. ZeroAvia hopes to conduct test flights of the the Q400 next year, with the goal of offering that size aircraft for commercial sale by 2027 or 2028.

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Are eBooks More Environmentally Friendly?

Kitaboo

Whether it’s the convenience, lower prices, access to an endless number of books anytime, zero storage or clutter issues, etc., billion by 2027, it is essential to answer the question — ‘Are eBooks more environmentally friendly? the list of its advantages goes on. As eBook readers are set to touch 1.1

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