Car prices did not surge as feared after tariffs, but affordability remains elusive. As 2026 approaches, stubbornly high auto costs challenge political claims of economic success.
AI-driven plastic recycling is emerging as a decisive tool to scale circular economies, optimize sorting and upcycling, and close environmental gaps across global waste systems.
Reju selects Rochester, New York for its first U.S. regeneration hub, scaling circular textile recycling and transforming polyester waste into low-carbon regenerated materials.
Birla Carbon will showcase advanced carbon nanotube technologies at Nanotech 2026 in Tokyo, highlighting Nanocyl solutions designed to improve performance, efficiency, and sustainability across industries.
At Davos, a shift became undeniable. Europe’s new political resolve altered market expectations, constrained unilateral US action, and signaled the end of strategic hesitation.
Europe and the United States have reached a cautious diplomatic pause over Greenland, but Arctic security, sovereignty, and transatlantic trust remain deeply fragile.
Solid-state batteries are seen as the future of electric vehicles, but durability remains a major obstacle. A Stanford-led breakthrough may significantly extend their lifespan.
On January 23, 2026, oil price benchmarks Brent and WTI remain subdued as oversupply pressures and muted demand growth shape market dynamics. Here is a clear breakdown of current price trends, key drivers, and what lies ahead for energy markets.
The European Union is preparing another major shift in plastic bottle regulations, focusing on recycled content, bioplastics, and stricter collection targets to curb pollution.