Extreme weather condition threatens Abuja residents’ health

Extreme weather condition threatens Abuja residents’ health

By Our Reporter ABUJA (CONVERSEER) – Residents of Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, were greeted on Sunday morning, 11th January 2026, by an unusual and uncomfortable weather condition marked by thick fog, dusty air, and an unpleasant smell that left health experts raising concerns over possible health risks. The sudden change has left many struggling to breathe…

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China successfully develops first 110-kilowatt thermally coupled seawater direct electrolysis hydrogen production system

China successfully develops first 110-kilowatt thermally coupled seawater direct electrolysis hydrogen production system

By Nsan Neji BEIJING (CONVERSEER) – According to China News Network, a press conference on the achievement of “thermally coupled seawater direct electrolysis for hydrogen production” was held today in Rizhao, Shandong. The conference revealed that China has successfully developed its first 110-kilowatt-class thermally coupled seawater direct electrolysis hydrogen production system, which has achieved over…

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German business climate index improves amid uptick in expectations

German business climate index improves amid uptick in expectations

BERLIN (DPA, CONVERSEER) – Business sentiment in Germany improved in October, a leading economic institute said on Monday. The ifo Institute’s business climate index rose by 0.7 points to 88.4 points, beating expectations. While the 9,000 companies surveyed reported a downturn in their current economic situation, their assessment of future expectations rose significantly. “Companies remain…

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Local innovator beats 40 countries to claim top prize with algae-based fossil fuel replacement

Local innovator beats 40 countries to claim top prize with algae-based fossil fuel replacement

AMSTERDAM (CONVERSEER) – A South African start-up has put the country on the global climate innovation map, winning the prestigious ClimateLaunchpad Global Grand Final 2025 and claiming the €10,000 (approximately R200,000) top prize at the competition’s Vienna finale. SeaH4, a South Africa-based venture developing an algae-based replacement for fossil fuels, triumphed over competitors from 40…

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