Tag: CERN and the environment
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CERN reaffirms its commitment to environmentally responsible research with the release of its 4th Environment report
CERN releases its 4th Environment report and sets updated environmental goals for 2030
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Biodiversity project takes flight
The “Ambient” initiative is using artificial intelligence to identify birdsong on the CERN sites and monitor biodiversity
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CERN technology showcased in the context of UN Plastic Treaty discussions
AI data analysis techniques developed at CERN were showcased during a side event of INC-5.2 – the United Nations intergovernmental negotiating committee meeting in Geneva to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution
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CERN sets new environmental objectives for 2030
To mark World Environment Day on 5 June, CERN has released its new environmental objectives for 2030, which emphasise its ongoing commitment to environmentally responsible and sustainable research
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CERN’s great outdoors
Inspired by urban design initiatives around the world, the “Outdoor Spots” project is transforming underused areas at CERN into perfect locations for picnics and walks
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This Earth Day, CERN underlines its commitments to energy management
CERN is committed to improving its energy performance. Having been one of the first scientific laboratories to obtain ISO 50001 certification for energy management, the Organization has now successfully passed its 2025 surveillance audit
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CERN signs long-term solar power agreements
Projects can now begin so that 140 GWh/year – about 10% of CERN’s annual electricity consumption during accelerator operation years – will be provided by renewable sources from 2027
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Refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, repeat
Discover CERN’s dedicated storage, recuperation and sales facility, where you can buy second-hand furniture, IT equipment, metals, wood and more for your private or professional use
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Using carbon dioxide to reduce carbon dioxide emissions
Find out how CERN is minimising its carbon dioxide footprint with a novel approach using carbon dioxide cooling technology
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Managing energy responsibly: CERN passes ISO 50001 audit
CERN is one of the first scientific laboratories to have obtained ISO 50001 certification for energy management. Following our first surveillance audit, find out how we can all play a role in improving energy management