The Italian inventions helping nature fight back

Italian researchers have developed innovative technologies aimed at environmental restoration, including bio-inspired robots and biodegradable materials. These inventions, showcased at COP31, address urgent issues like soil health and plastic waste. Notable creations include edible batteries made from food waste, biodegradable identity cards, and a robotic arm inspired by an elephant's trunk for gentle harvesting. IIT is also tackling water pollution with absorbent materials and developing solutions to protect coral reefs from heat stress. These technologies are designed for scalability and practical application to combat environmental degradation.