Massimiliano Saltori

2 months ago | earth.org | Massimiliano Saltori

The Italian government aims to initiate the policy process for restarting its nuclear energy program by the end of January, a move that could also support the emerging EU industry for small modular reactors. —Italy may soon begin the necessary policy work to reintegrate nuclear energy into its energy mix, according to government sources. The first step will involve introducing a framework law on atomic energy by the end of January.

Jan 12, 2025 | sciencex.com | Massimiliano Saltori

The pharmaceutical sector, one of Europe's most energy-intensive industries, is under increasing pressure due to rising energy costs and the need for decarbonisation. A pilot project in the Italian Alps now promises innovative solutions to cut the industry's environmental footprint by integrating renewable energy and advanced technologies. Europe's energy-intensive industries—like steel, cement, chemicals, or paper—are at a crossroads.

Nov 12, 2024 | resource.co | Massimiliano Saltori

Eight months ago, the Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission (Helcom) published the most comprehensive audit on the state of the Baltic Sea. The picture it painted was far from encouraging. According to the experts, there has been almost no improvement in water quality between 2016 and 2021. For some indicators, the situation had even worsened. The report shows that the Baltic Sea is one of the world's most polluted and exploited seas.

Jul 15, 2024 | terraevita.edagricole.it | Massimiliano Saltori

Il progetto, finanziato dalla Ue, si propone di organizzare e rendere disponibili le conoscenze in materia di nutrizione delle colture, in particolare con fertilizzanti di natura organica. L’Italia, con il Crea, è uno dei sei paesi pilota Nella società contemporanea le informazioni non mancano certamente e sono ormai a disposizione di tutti. Il problema, dunque, è se mai armonizzarle e renderle facili da rintracciare e utilizzare.

Apr 28, 2024 | earth.org | Massimiliano Saltori

Energy communities are easy to establish, eco-friendly, and crucial in helping low-income and vulnerable communities access affordable energy. Yet, they are struggling to take off. Why? —Today, the European Union is torn between reducing carbon emissions and addressing the growing social inequalities within its 27 constituent nations. As each country finds itself exposed to an overreliance on foreign providers and market volatility, how its citizens consume energy locally is becoming more relevant.