RMI Outlet
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How Manufacturers in India Can Leverage Environmental Product Declarations
Helping India’s building product manufacturers prepare for a low-carbon future.
The Opportunity for Direct Air Capture in Africa
Africa’s geothermal potential and innovation make it a key player in scaling direct air capture for carbon removal and climate tech leadership.
The Opportunity for Grid Connectivity, Intelligence, and Flexibility in Africa
African electricity grids face a steep challenge to expand electricity access an serve a quadrupling of demand by 2050. Innovation in sensing, intelligence, and controls can help utilities improve service and revenues now, while setting the foundation for a more functional grid in the future.
Airports and the Advancement of Net-Zero Aviation Innovation
Airports need regional collaboration, pilot programs, and policy support to overcome infrastructure and operational challenges for future hydrogen and electric aircraft, now. Coordinated stakeholder engagement and targeted planning are essential to accelerate net-zero aviation.
The Opportunity for Green Cement and Concrete in Africa
80% of Africa’s 2050 building stock is yet to be constructed, presaging a massive increase in demand for cement and concrete. Innovation can lower cost and emissions by first using less concrete in buildings, then using less cement in the concrete mix where concrete is necessary, and finally adopting alternatives to traditional cement where possible.