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Sudoc Mimics Liver Enzymes. Creates Biomimetic Solutions for Eliminating Toxic Chemicals in the Built Environment
Sudoc's innovative application of biomimicry creates solutions for eliminating toxic chemicals in the built environment
Read MoreBiomimicry Finding Success in Deep Tech: Three Ray of Hope Prize Alumni Win Big at the Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Global Summit
Reprinted from the Biomimicry Institute Blog by Sarah McInerney
Sarah McInerney, Ray of Hope Prize Manager at the Biomimicry Institute recaps the excitement of having three Ray of Hope Prize Alumni teams win big at the Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Global Summit in Paris.
Read MoreDrawdown Georgia Now Accepting Research Grant Proposals for Tracking Climate Change in Georgia
On behalf of Drawdown Georgia, we are pleased to announce the availability of research grants to examine the adoption and use of high-impact climate solutions in Georgia. This solicitation invites faculty and research associates from Georgia universities and colleges to submit proposals to track climate solutions around the state.
Read MoreSay Goodbye to Synthetic Sunscreens: How Chemicals in Our Eyes Are Revolutionizing Sunblock
Sóliome, a 2022 Ray of Hope Prize finalist, has had an exciting biomimetic breakthrough in sunscreen technology that can protect our health and the health of our planet, gaining inspiration from our eyes.
Read MoreUpcoming Webinar: How Willing are Consumers to Electrify Their Homes in Georgia?
Climate change goals cannot be met without electrifying large segments of the energy economy. This talk will discuss three key electrification technologies: electric vehicles, rooftop solar, and heat pumps. By examining the results of a survey of 1,800 adults living in Georgia, we describe how adopters, nonadopters, and co-adopters of these technologies differ. We also use a two-step decision model to explain the willingness of households to invest in them in the future, with or without additional subsidies.
Read MoreBiomimicry Institute Begins Search for the Top Nature-Inspired Startup in the World
The $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize ® is now accepting applications in its search for nature-inspired innovations addressing the world’s biggest environmental and social challenges.
Read MoreBrightening our Corner Newsletter - February 2023
The Ray C. Anderson Foundation's quarterly newsletter features stories from our key funding initiatives: Drawdown Georgia, the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business at Georgia Tech, The Ray and the Biomimicry Institute. This edition also has highlights from our Return to RayDay.
Read MoreJaap Van Joolen Receives 2022 Interface Sustainability and Sales Award
Jaap Van Joolen received the 2022 Interface Sustainability and Sales Award from the Ray C. Anderson Foundation and Interface.
Read MoreClimate Solutions That Go Beyond Carbon: Georgia’s Energy Future in Focus
A Drawdown Georgia Webinar
A deep dive into the impacts the recently completed 2022 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the subsequent Rate Case will have on consumers, greenhouse gas emissions, and equity in Georgia
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