Tech & Environment

The global transition to renewable energy is one of the most critical undertakings of our time. Solar farms, wind turbines, and vast battery storage facilities are becoming the new landmarks of a cleaner, decarbonized future. This green energy revolution is rightly celebrated for its role in combating climate change and reducing air pollution. However,…

The philosophy of sustainable building has evolved. It began with a focus on energy efficiency (green building) and matured into a holistic pursuit of human and ecological health (wellness architecture). We now rigorously evaluate a building’s impact on air quality, light, thermal comfort, and acoustics. But there is one pervasive environmental factor that has,…

As awareness of electromagnetic fields (EMF) grows, so does the market for solutions to mitigate them. EMF shielding—materials that block or redirect electromagnetic radiation—is becoming a common feature, from cases for routers and meters to paints and fabrics for the home. But this raises a critical question for the environmentally conscious: in our effort…

For the eco-conscious individual, sustainability is a holistic pursuit. It’s about choosing organic food to protect soil health, installing solar panels to decarbonize energy, and reducing plastic to save our oceans. But there’s another, invisible dimension to environmental health that is often overlooked: the man-made electromagnetic field (EMF) load in our personal spaces. As…

Walk through a modern home today, and you’re walking through an invisible forest of radio frequency (RF) signals. Your smartphone connects to Wi-Fi, your headphones stream music via Bluetooth, your smart speaker listens for a wake word, and your tablet downloads a movie. This connectivity offers unparalleled convenience, but it also means our living…

We are entering the era of the connected self. From smartwatches that track our heart rhythms to fitness rings that monitor our sleep, wearable technology is becoming a seamless part of our lives. The global wearable market is projected to surpass $100 billion by 2027 (GlobalData, 2023), a testament to our enthusiasm for quantified health and…

The humble electricity meter on the side of your house is getting a high-tech upgrade. The old analog meter with its spinning disk is being replaced by the “smart meter,” a digital device that wirelessly communicates your energy use to the utility company. Touted as a cornerstone of the modern “smart grid,” these devices…

The race to decarbonize our economy has placed its faith in technology. Smart grids, electric vehicles, and precision agriculture are heralded as essential tools for building a sustainable future. Yet, this green tech revolution has a mostly invisible footprint: a soaring density of electromagnetic fields (EMF) from the wireless networks that power it. This…

When we think about the environmental impact of our digital world, two problems often seem separate. On one hand, we have the visible, growing mountains of electronic waste (e-waste). On the other, we have the invisible, pervasive cloud of electromagnetic fields (EMF) from our wireless devices. We frame the debate as “e-waste is a…

The vision of the smart city is compelling. Imagine urban centers that breathe easier: traffic flows seamlessly, reducing idling emissions; streetlights dim when no one is around, saving energy; and waste management is optimized, with collection only when bins are full. This hyper-efficient, data-driven ecosystem promises a future of reduced carbon footprints and enhanced…