Martin Wright

2 weeks ago | positive.news | Martin Wright

An ambitious programme combines solar power with mobile connectivity to revolutionise the prospects for people living in rural India Imagine this. You’re living in a remote rural hamlet in the forested hills of Mysore, in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. You’re miles from the nearest doctor, a day’s journey by foot and bus to the nearest hospital. And there’s no mains electricity. If you suddenly fall ill and need urgent medical help, what are your chances? A few years ago, they’d be slim.

2 months ago | urban-transport-magazine.com | Martin Wright

The operator of public transport in the Greater Vancouver area, Translink, has been working on a project for the renewal of its trolleybus fleet and possible expansion of the system, which currently has a fleet of 262 vehicles operating on 14 routes. A bidding process for the new fleet was held over the summer and early autumn of 2024. It is understood that there were at least two bidders in the competition. On 3rd March, Solaris Bus and Coach was announced as the winner.

2 months ago | energyvoice.com | Martin Wright |Mark Selby

Green hydrogen is set to be a major component of low-carbon energy systems of the future. Although the debate is still open on the role this zero-emissions gas will play in domestic settings, it is clear that green hydrogen – produced via the electrolysis of water using renewable energy – will have a significant role in industry. Hydrogen is already a major component in an array of industrial processes, from ammonia production for use in fertilisers to refining, and myriad other uses.

Jan 29, 2025 | positive.news | Martin Wright

Arts Culture Lifestyle Politics Society World Since Kabul fell to the Taliban three and a half years ago, Untold Narratives has helped to protect the courageous words of women writers It’s August 2021. Imagine being a woman in Kabul – a woman who loves words, who loves to write.

Dec 10, 2024 | positive.news | Martin Wright

As communities in Europe rail against over-tourism, we roam the topic with the sustainability lead of one holiday company. Is it really possible to tread lightly when exploring the world? Good Business Lifestyle Society Travel This article has been created by Positive News and supported by Inntravel As communities in Europe rail against over-tourism, we roam the topic with the sustainability lead of one holiday company.