Issue No.005
TL;DR // This edition is all about conversational website building, AI in healthcare, 3D printing to support biodiversity, greener cities through AI and second-hand made sexy.
Hej, this is Sustainovation Tidbits.
As people remember from my previous newsletter Timo's Trend Thursday, this format is known for sharing bite-sized trend insights that pack a punch without going into epic detail. With over 950 trends and innovations featured across 190 episodes of Timo's Trend Thursday it’s time to kick off something new. But somehow similar.
For those who are passionate about the convergence of design, tech, innovation and sustainability, Sustainovation Tidbits is your go-to destination for a weekly dose of inspiration and insight.
01. Wegic.ai
Wegic is the first AI-based developer that allows you to build your website via a conversation and edit it afterward.
What’s differentiating?
Wegic is particularly interesting for small and medium-sized companies that do not have large budgets for freelancers or agencies but still need full control when creating their website. This sharpens the role of designers, who will once again take on a more strategic and entrepreneurial role.
Wegic.ai
02. Canary Speech
Canary Speech uses vocal biomarker technology to preventively recognize signs of diseases such as dementia or Alzheimer's in speech.
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What’s differentiating?
By providing early and accurate detection, Canary Speech can help reduce unnecessary testing, which 42% of Americans undergo each year. Furthermore, this technology has shown a 96% accuracy rate in detecting early signs of cognitive and behavioral changes.
03. Vianova
Vianova is an AI-powered platform that transforms vehicle data into actionable insights to help cities improve infrastructure, manage public spaces, and enhance urban mobility, aiming for safer and more sustainable cities.
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What’s differentiating?
According to a study by the International Transport Forum (ITF), urban freight represents up to 30% of urban traffic and contributes to around 25% of urban CO2 emissions. Vianova can make a significant contribution to reducing urban CO2 emissions by, for example, shortening last-mile delivery, using AI to move cities towards carbon neutrality and generally contributing to multimodal road safety.
04. Faircado
Faircado is a platform and browser plugin that helps users find the best secondhand deals by comparing products from multiple sources, promoting sustainable shopping habits, and reducing waste.
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What’s differentiating?
Fashion industry's contribution to global emissions is between 8-10%. For instance, producing a single t-shirt requires about 2,700 liters of water, which can sustain a person for 900 days. Faircado makes second-hand shopping very convenient by searching for your desired item via several platforms and thus taking the label of 'renunciation' off second-hand.
05. 3D Urban Multispecies Facades
This research investigates the use of additive manufacturing to create urban building façades that support cavity-dependent animals. It aims to develop climate-responsive ceramic.
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What’s differentiating?
Studies show that integrating green infrastructure in urban areas can increase local biodiversity by up to 50%. Furthermore, around 1 million species are threatened with extinction due to habitat destruction and other human activities. Using additive manufacturing can cut material consumption by up to 90% compared to traditional construction methods, significantly lowering the environmental impact. Additionally, the overall cost of construction using AM can be reduced by 50% due to savings in labor, materials, and time.
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cheers, Timo
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