Good News Notes: “Canada-based company Aurea Technologies unveils Shine, a portable wind turbine for adventurers. The ultra-compact lightweight device offers unrivaled performance for outdoor aficionados who need power to recharge electronic devices. Super portable, Shine collapses into about the size of a 1,000 ml water bottle and is capable of charging handheld electronics such as phones, tablets, lights, cameras, etc….
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Engineer born with one hand makes a prosthetic one out of plastic bottles for $800
Good News Notes: “One of Enzo Romero‘s favorite activities is playing the guitar, which he effortlessly does with his bright blue hand. Initially, it used to hurt, as he used his handless right arm to press down on chords. But now, with fingers on the end, he can play music painlessly. It all began with ‘The…
Upcycling plastic waste into more valuable materials could make recycling pay for itself
Good News Notes: “A new and simple method for upcycling plastic waste at room temperature has been developed by a team of researchers at the Centre for Sustainable and Circular Technologies (CSCT) at the University of Bath. The researchers hope the new process will help recycling become more economically viable. Plastic waste residing in either…
Louisiana’s only glass recycling facility wants its ‘sand’ to help the coast. This $700K grant will help. | Environment | nola.com
Good News Notes: “When Tulane University alumni Franziska Trautmann and Max Steitz opened Louisiana’s only glass recycling facility, they dreamed of using the crushed sand to help restore the state’s eroding coastline. But they hit a few snags. A lack of funding and need for regulatory approval of their “glass sand” prevented the pair from selling the recycled…
S.T.E.M Fest Helps Ignite the Fun of Learning
Good News Notes: “New Tech Institute held a S.T.E.M Fest for families in Evansville Saturday. S.T.E.M stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. The goal of the fest is to help inspire children to become involved and enjoy the subjects. Organizers say the event really helps students and families participate in hands-on activities and exhibits…
$25K donation will help Medford Lakes school open lab
Good News Notes: “A computer lab is one thing, but imagine what a $25,000 boost could do to those plans.” “The Medford Lakes school district’s new labfor science, technology, engineering, art, and math is becoming a reality thanks to a $25,000 donation from ShopRite of Medford. “ “Dent expects the room to be fully equipped by…