In 2005, Margaret Wertheim and her sister, Christine, set out to crochet a coral relief to raise awareness about climate change. They invited others to join their project, expecting just 50 people to respond. Instead, over 20,000 participants from 50 cities and countries participated in its design. Margaret Wertheim is an Australian-born science writer, curator, and artist based in the United States.
Blair Feltmate, a Professor at the University of Waterloo, studies "climate adaptation" or the need for communities to use measures that mitigate the effects of climate change. Flooding and rising sea levels present a very real threat to our roads, railway, electricity, fuel, water and food supply. Without these necessities, he claims, entire communities may have to leave.
In Queensland, Australia, a small driverless bus called a "Smart Shuttle" is being tested. It is presently free for the elderly.
Professor Linda Hill, a professor of Harvard Businesss School, studies leaders over time to learn how they succeeed. Recently, she conducted a long-term study of Michael Ku, the head of supply chain at Pfizer, to monitor "innovation at speed" during vaccine trials over 266 days.
Wave Piston Technologies captures energy from the ocean using a series of plates and pistons that move with the natural ebb and flow of waves. The company intends to use its technology to deliver fresh water to remote islands situated around the world, and to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.
https://zcu.io/TRvA
This scientist has found a way to make biodegradable plastics using enzymes. He claims that the plastics will dissolve in warm water and in compost.
https://zcu.io/TL3R
This Taiwanese startup recycles basketballs into practical fashion accessories.
