Altergreen New Technology Ventures

16/08/2026

Humans survived for centuries without data centers, but no one can survive without clean water.

Data centers require immense amounts of electricity and water for cooling, raising concerns in drought-prone communities regarding resource allocation. While supporters highlight investments and jobs, critics argue residents shouldn't face water shortages for tech expansion. The discussion emphasizes finding sustainable locations and transparent infrastructure planning, as technology choices vary but water remains vital for survival.



References:

Eco Tech Insights: Balancing Digital Expansion and Local Resource Management in Modern Infrastructure.

Global Water Network: Evaluating the Resource Footprint of Digital Storage Facilities Worldwide.

Community Review: The Discussion Surrounding Regional Utility Allocation and Technological Development.

16/08/2026

Lapit na Pala!

The Final Shore by Jordan CritzMB01W1SDWCCNX5AIn Every Lifetime ...

16/08/2026

Plastic waste can worsen urban flooding when litter is carried by wind and rain into drains, canals, rivers, and waterways. During storms, these channels can become “plastic superhighways,” moving waste through cities while clogged drains and accumulated debris slow stormwater and cause streets and neighborhoods to flood.

The countries contributing the most ocean plastic are not always the biggest plastic producers. Pollution is often shaped by heavy rainfall, dense river systems, rapid urbanization, long coastlines, and weaknesses in waste collection. In countries such as the Philippines, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, plastic entering urban waterways can contribute to drainage blockages before eventually being carried downstream toward the ocean.

The Philippines, estimated to account for about 35% of ocean plastic leakage, highlights how closely these problems can be connected. The same plastic that blocks a city drain today can enter a river tomorrow and eventually reach the sea.

Improving waste collection, keeping drainage systems clear, reducing plastic waste, and preventing trash from reaching waterways can therefore help address both urban flooding and ocean plastic pollution.

Key SDGs Related to Plastic WasteWhile none of the 17 UN goals focus exclusively on plastic, several address it directly:

SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production): Manages how plastics are produced, used, and recycled, aiming to reduce waste generation.

SDG 14 (Life Below Water): Targets the reduction of marine plastic pollution and coastal debris from land-based activities.

SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities): Improves local municipal waste management and collection systems.

SDG 15 (Life on Land): Mitigates the impact of terrestrial plastic litter on soil health, ecosystems, and wildlife.

05/08/2026

20/07/2026

Kid surf!

04/07/2026

The dangerous, multi-day heat wave is tightening its grip shattering records, straining the electric grid and raising the risk for millions of people. But the intensity of the heat and humidity combined this week would have been "virtually impossible" without the effects of fossil fuel pollution, according to a new study. https://cnn.it/4gTPxUQ

12/04/2026

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A model hybrid rice farm in Nueva Ecija reports a record Mestiso 120 (M-120) yield of nearly 12 t/ha (196 cavans), led by TAO Foods Company.

Developed through the International Rice Research Institute two-line hybrid program, M-120 significantly exceeds average yields (7.3 t/ha) while offering resilience to heat, heavy rainfall, and key pests and diseases, enabling stable, high-productivity systems.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4t3tRc4