Innovation & Technology

Numerous companies around the world are striving to revolutionise recycling with new technologies such as robotics, sensor technology and artificial intelligence. Thanks to digitalisation, much of the waste can be converted into valuable resources. In addition, recycling processes are being automated and mountains of waste reduced. The aim is to increase the recycling rate in general. We show what role AI is already playing in the circular economy.

E-bikes have become an integral part of the German street scene. But how sustainable is this megatrend? In this interview, bicycle expert Marcus Degen explains what the ecological footprint of e-bikes looks like and whether e-bikes can really replace conventional mobility solutions.

Jewellery is one of the classics under the Christmas tree. For designers Julia and Steffi Gerner too - but only eco and fair, please. With their minimalist label fremdformat, they show how this is possible.

There is no waste in nature. Everything decays, is part of the natural cycle and is used as a raw material for something new. We come into contact with this idea of the cycle every time we throw glass in the bin, paper in the paper bin or kitchen waste in the organic waste bin. Inspired by this, the Swiss start-up WormUp has developed a sustainable worm tower that turns waste into odourless compost.

Wind turbines generate green electricity and play an important role in the energy transition. How long do they work for us and what happens to them when they are old? We spoke to Broder Heepmann from Steinbeis Energie GmbH about this.

Modern apps not only allow you to plan your next holiday, manage your account and record your activities. New smart helpers also show us how a sustainable lifestyle can be very easy.