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European cities dominate the global ranking for walkability, with 45 of the top 50 spots belonging to metropolitan areas across the continent – and Italy leads the way. A study published in Nature Cities analyzed the average walking times to reach key destinations – such as schools, hospitals, supermarkets, restaurants, and government offices – in...

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For years, disposable diapers, sanitary pads, and other absorbent hygiene products were considered impossible to recycle. Each item is a complex mix of plastic, cellulose, and absorbent polymers that made separation too costly and inefficient. The result was millions of tons of waste every year, almost all of it destined for landfills or incinerato...

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  Italy’s agri-food sector strengthens its lead in Europe The state of Italian soccer: improving finances, rising women’s game, but stadiums lag behind Back to the peaks: how Italy’s mountains are calling people home Beyond the garden: past, present and future of Italian exports Quality, concern, and ethics drive Italian growing commitment to susta...

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A breakthrough in sustainable heating is emerging from Italy. Researchers at BeDimensional, a spin-off of the Graphene Labs at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT), have developed a graphene-based paint that transforms interior surfaces into heating elements. This inventive solution offers a sleek, minimalist alternative to bulky radiators. Th...

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A recent study, “Sustainability Is Quality,” reveals that three main forces are pushing Italian consumers toward more sustainable choices: quality, concern, and ethics. According to the findings, 69.6% of respondents see quality as the decisive factor, with innovation and the high perceived standard of sustainable products being the most influentia...

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  July 29: Happy World Lasagna Day! 2025 green spikes awarded to 90 rural Italian towns Italy takes leading role in building first lunar outpost for NASA's Artemis program Urban river tourism gets a green makeover in Italy Self-driving vehicles in Italy: 60 mayors ready to host pilot programs Italy’s vocational education system faces a skills gap,...

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The global advanced materials market is poised for significant growth, with its value projected to rise from $70.4 billion in 2024 to approximately $133.4 billion by 2034, according to a March 2025 market report. This expansion reflects rising demand for lightweight, durable, and energy-efficient materials across industries, particularly as compani...

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Google has taken a major step toward supporting the global transition to clean energy by partnering with Italian startup Energy Dome, a company known for its innovative long-duration energy storage technology that uses carbon dioxide. This collaboration aims to advance the deployment of sustainable energy systems and tackle one of the biggest chall...

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  Culture drives Italy’s post-pandemic tourism boom A box from home: how southern Italian families keep their students fed - and loved - from afar Italian Anti-Mafia Commission and TikTok sign groundbreaking agreement to promote digital legality A high-tech Italian solution targets Europe’s illegal waste trade University enrollment on the rise in I...

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A new kind of tourism is making waves in Italy—literally. Cities across the country are embracing a fresh approach to urban travel by turning their rivers and canals into eco-friendly routes for exploration and leisure. The goal? To reconnect people with their waterways while promoting a new, sustainable lifestyle. This initiative is part of a broa...

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