Researchers from Tokyo Tech investigated nonthermal plasma-promoted CO2 hydrogenation on Pd2Ga/SiO2 catalysts, revealing a more than two-fold increase in CO2 conversion compared to thermal methods. The study provides mechanistic insights into the NTP-activated species and metallic catalyst interaction.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 22, 2022
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A new report identifies the top 10 financial actors influencing the fossil fuel economy and outlines their decisive role in helping de-carbonize our future. The study suggests that these influential actors, including investment advisors and governments, can make transformative changes to reduce fossil fuel production.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalEnvironmental Innovation and Societal Transitions·DateJul 21, 2022
A team has developed a plan to retrofit train cars with direct air capture technology, which can remove up to 6,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. The system uses energy generated from the train's braking system, reducing costs and environmental impact.
SourceCell Press·JournalJoule·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJul 20, 2022
Replacing coal with woody biomass in Georgia's power plants reduces carbon emissions by 43%, according to a new study. The most carbon-efficient way to generate electricity is using both pulpwood and logging residues, which could be supplied by harvesting trees from six southern states.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalJournal of Environmental Management·DateJul 20, 2022
Researchers developed Direct Air Capture technology to remove carbon dioxide from the air using special rail cars attached to trains. The technology harnesses sustainable energy generated during braking to capture significant quantities of CO2, making it commercially viable and attractive.
SourceUniversity of Sheffield·JournalJoule·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2022
A new study finds significant disparities in pollutants from electricity generation within environmental justice communities in RGGI states. Environmental justice communities face disproportionate exposure to harmful co-pollutants due to power plant siting and operation.
SourceUnion of Concerned Scientists·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 20, 2022
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A team of scientists has designed a system that uses water, CO2, and sunlight to produce synthetic kerosene, which can power long-haul commercial flights. The design has been implemented in the field, and its efficiency is around 4%, with plans to improve it to over 15%.
SourceCell Press·JournalJoule·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2022
Researchers found that current reported rates of carbon capture are overestimated by 19-30%, with actual storage rates being significantly lower. This discrepancy affects the accuracy of climate change mitigation impact assessments and hinders efforts to tackle the crisis.
SourceImperial College London·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology Letters·DateJul 19, 2022
A global survey of biodiversity experts finds that more species are threatened with extinction than previously thought, with estimates suggesting 30% of species have been lost since 1500. The study identifies climate change, pollution, and land-use changes as key drivers of biodiversity loss.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalFrontiers in Ecology and the Environment·TypeSurvey·DateJul 18, 2022
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A Dartmouth study provides a scientific basis for climate liability claims between individual countries, linking national emissions to global economic losses and warming. The research estimates $6 trillion in cumulative losses attributable to the world's top emitters from 1990 to 2014.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalClimatic Change·DateJul 12, 2022
A study by University of Otago's Department of Tourism found that the reduced number of event-related personnel attending the Olympics due to Covid-19 resulted in lower CO2 emissions. The study estimates a reduction of 129,686 tCO2 from expected levels.
SourceUniversity of Otago·JournalAnnals of Tourism Research Empirical Insights·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 7, 2022
Using concentrated sunlight, a team of researchers from Sandia National Laboratories successfully roasted green chile, achieving comparable results to traditional propane roasting. The study found that solar power reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 2.68 pounds per 22 pounds of green chile roasted.
Research analyzed Cornell University's greenhouse gas consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic and found that 60% of emissions came from off-campus activities. The study provides a framework for universities to reduce carbon footprint and achieve climate goals, with Cornell aiming to reach carbon neutrality by 2035.
SourceCornell University·JournalJournal of Cleaner Production·DateJul 6, 2022
A new study published in Environmental Research Letters estimates that thousands of heat-related child deaths could be prevented if temperature increases are limited to the Paris Agreement's 1.5ºC target through to 2050. Under a high emission scenario, heat-related child mortality is projected to double by 2049 compared to 2005-2014.
SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 5, 2022
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Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a thermochemical recycling method that produces gas containing carbon atoms from mixed waste, which can be used to create new plastic products. The process eliminates the need for fossil raw materials and achieves negative emissions.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalJournal of Cleaner Production·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 30, 2022
A recent NTU Singapore study finds that climate change is a stronger driver of increasing atmospheric methane than expected, leading to more heat being trapped in the atmosphere. The research suggests that nature could be producing more and consuming less methane than previously realized, contributing to higher methane emissions.
SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 29, 2022
Researchers found that African lakes emit little CO2 but high amounts of methane, adding to greenhouse gas burden. Phytoplankton's warm conditions promote archaea production, leading to increased CH4 emissions.
SourceUniversity of Liège·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 28, 2022
A new study models potential impacts on global biodiversity if temperatures increase by more than 2°C and then decline again. Tropical regions are most affected, with over 90% of species pushed outside their thermal niches.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 26, 2022
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A new study found that transitioning from in-person to virtual conferences significantly reduces travel-related carbon dioxide emissions, with an estimated 80% reduction during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers estimated CO2 emissions associated with conference attendance before and during the pandemic.
Research shows that default options on carbon offsetting websites can lead to faster CO2 compensation, even at higher costs. The study found that as costs increase, the effectiveness of these defaults decreases. This suggests that people are price-sensitive when it comes to high-cost defaults.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalNature Human Behaviour·TypeObservational study·DateJun 23, 2022
The American Society of Anesthesiologists has published new guidance to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from inhaled anesthetics. The guidance provides actionable steps for healthcare professionals to minimize the impact on climate change while maintaining quality outcomes and patient safety.
SourceAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists·JournalAnaesthesia·DateJun 22, 2022
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A study by Rice University finds that agricultural nitrogen emissions cause substantial damage to air quality, human health, and the climate. The researchers quantified emissions from fertilized soils over three years and found that ammonia had a much larger impact on damages than nitrogen oxides and nitrous oxide.
SourceRice University·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 21, 2022
Researchers at UNH found that silvopasture reduced carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide emissions compared to traditional pasture. The study provides a viable alternative for farmers looking to mitigate climate change in temperate regions.
SourceUniversity of New Hampshire·JournalAgriculture Ecosystems & Environment·DateJun 17, 2022
A study published in Nature Climate Change reveals that companies purchasing renewable energy certificates (RECs) are overstating their climate mitigation claims. The researchers found that firms reported a 31% reduction in emissions, but the actual drop was only 10%, three times lower.
SourceConcordia University·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 14, 2022
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
A study found that investing 1% of global GDP in green recovery could reduce CO2 emissions by 6-8.5% by 2030 through accelerated low-carbon energy production and improved industry efficiency. A sustained investment program combined with strong climate policies is necessary to meet the Paris Agreement targets.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Climate·DateJun 9, 2022
Healthcare accounts for nearly 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with inhaled anaesthetics contributing significantly. Doctors advocate for a regulatory framework for mandatory reporting and accountability to reduce healthcare's substantial greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 8, 2022
Researchers have discovered a way to create devices that mimic natural photosynthesis, producing fuels like hydrogen instead of sugars. The breakthrough uses bismuth oxyiodide, a non-toxic semiconductor material that can produce clean hydrogen from water over weeks.
SourceSt. John's College, University of Cambridge·JournalNature Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
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A new study by the University of Washington calculates the impact of past emissions on future warming. By 2029, there's a two-thirds chance of exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius warming, even if all emissions cease, and by 2057, there's a similar chance for 2 degrees Celsius.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2022
A new study provides a roadmap for the US to reach its 50% greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030, with rapid decarbonization in power and transportation sectors crucial. The study, based on six leading energy models, suggests that tripling historic carbon reductions is achievable through collaboration across all sectors.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2022
Inhaled anaesthetic gases are potent greenhouse gases with effects up to thousands of times more potent than carbon dioxide. The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care recommends reducing their use through alternatives like TIVA and regional anaesthesia.
SourceThe European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC)·DateJun 3, 2022
Researchers argue that the Glasgow Leaders' Declaration on Forests and Land Use is too vague regarding gross vs net deforestation. This distinction matters for carbon dioxide emissions. Stopping gross deforestation would significantly reduce emissions.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 3, 2022
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Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have developed an innovative carbon capture system that removes CO2 directly from the atmosphere with unprecedented performance. The isophorone diamine-based system achieves 99% efficiency and can process low concentrations of CO2 in air at a rate twice as fast as existing systems.
SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalACS Environmental Au·DateMay 28, 2022
A new study in Northern Sweden found that methane emissions from thawing permafrost can be reduced by a factor of 10 due to changes in hydrology, plant community, and microorganisms. As permafrost thaws, new plant species adapt to drier soil conditions, reducing methane transport and allowing bacteria to break it down.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateMay 23, 2022
A recent study led by Nagoya University found that human-made iron in the Southern Ocean may be up to ten times higher than previously thought, with a 60% contribution from fossil fuel combustion. This could lead to decreased photosynthesis and increased CO2 levels, exacerbating global warming.
SourceNagoya University·Journalnpj Climate and Atmospheric Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 22, 2022
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a low-cost supercapacitor device that selectively captures CO2 gas while charging. The device uses sustainable materials and can store energy while capturing climate-changing emissions.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNanoscale·DateMay 19, 2022
A UNIGE team found that car owners systematically underestimate electric driving ranges to meet their daily needs. To overcome this, researchers suggest providing personalized information to increase drivers' willingness to adopt electric vehicles.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Energy·TypeNews article·DateMay 19, 2022
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GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.
Researchers have developed a new type of separation membrane that can separate hydrogen from methane at speeds 100 times faster than conventional membranes. The graphene-wrapped zeolite membrane achieves a high separation factor of 245, making it suitable for energy-saving separation technologies in various industries.
SourceShinshu University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 18, 2022
A new study demonstrates a machine-learning approach that can learn to control a fleet of autonomous vehicles as they approach and travel through a signalized intersection. The technique reduces fuel consumption and emissions while improving average vehicle speed, with benefits seen even when only 25% of cars use the control algorithm.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateMay 17, 2022
Researchers from Tokyo Tech developed an alumina-supported iron-based catalyst that efficiently converts CO2 into formic acid with up to 90% selectivity. The new catalyst's excellent recyclability and low-cost nature make it a promising candidate for reducing atmospheric CO2 levels and providing energy via combustion.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 16, 2022
A new study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers suggests that eliminating air pollution emissions from energy-related activities in the United States would prevent over 50,000 premature deaths each year. The study also found that this action could provide more than $600 billion in benefits annually from avoided illness and d...
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalGeoHealth·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 16, 2022
Research published in Science of the Total Environment found that adopting low-carbon fuels could reduce racial disparities in exposure to fine and ultrafine particle pollution by 20-40% in California by 2050. This would lead to improved air quality, reduced deaths, and estimated annual public health benefits of $20 billion.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalScience of The Total Environment·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 12, 2022
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A new study finds that climate change is projected to increase the risks of tree death in US forests by 4-14 times by 2099, depending on carbon emissions scenarios. Human actions to tackle climate change can significantly reduce these risks.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalEcology Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 12, 2022
A study exploring restaurant menu design found that adding carbon labels and setting default options to low-emission dishes encourages diners to choose more environmentally friendly options. The findings suggest a promising strategy for reducing the carbon footprint of dining, but further research is needed to inform such strategies.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Climate·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 11, 2022
Scientists found that colour-coded CO2 labels and changed default options on restaurant menus nudged guests to more climate-friendly dish choices, resulting in an average of 300g less CO2 per meal. Participants chose veggie burgers more often when presented as standard options.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalPLOS Climate·TypeSurvey·DateMay 11, 2022
A UCI-led study shows that the global trade of agricultural goods is driving a growth in greenhouse gas emissions in less-developed nations, with land-use change contributing three-quarters of these emissions. The study highlights the need for importers to adopt 'buy clean' policies and for regions to improve supply chain transparency.
SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalScience·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 6, 2022
A recent study reveals that massive carbon emission during the Late Paleozoic Ice Age led to anoxic areal extent equivalent to 20% of the seafloor and significant biodiversity loss. The research team used geochemical signals, sedimentology, and climate modeling to simulate the effects of a 300,000-year warming event.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 5, 2022
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A team of researchers found that wetlands, including salt marshes and mangrove forests, are global 'hotspots' of CO2 storage. Plants in these ecosystems build landscapes that capture and store carbon dioxide, making them a crucial tool in the fight against climate change.
SourceRadboud University Nijmegen·JournalScience·DateMay 5, 2022
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science propose two new search strategies to reduce the computational cost of rebalancing in bicycle-sharing systems. The approaches focus on finding feasible solutions more efficiently and redefine the problem to minimize solving time.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalApplied Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 5, 2022
A new analysis by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research suggests that substituting 20% of meat from cattle with microbial protein could halve deforestation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Microbial protein can be produced in fermentation tanks, reducing pressure on land and methane emissions.
SourcePotsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 4, 2022
Agricultural nitrous oxide emissions are estimated to be 300 times more powerful than carbon dioxide in trapping heat. The new knowledge-guided machine learning model, KGML-ag, is 1,000 times faster and more accurate than current systems, providing a promising solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalGeoscientific Model Development·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 28, 2022
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A study by Princeton University researchers predicts that unchecked global emissions will lead to a mass extinction of marine life, with tropical waters experiencing the greatest loss of biodiversity. The study found that reversing greenhouse gas emissions could reduce the risk of extinction by more than 70%.
SourcePrinceton University·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 28, 2022
Researchers developed a sustainable jet fuel from agricultural waste that increases energy density and replaces aromatics, reducing soot emissions and contrails. The fuel's properties make it suitable for blending with conventional fuels to meet aviation industry demands.
SourceWashington State University·JournalFuel·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2022
A new study published by the Union of Concerned Scientists warns that wildfires in US and Canadian boreal forests between now and 2050 could release about 12 gigatons of net carbon emissions, equivalent to 3% of the remaining global carbon budget. This could jeopardize nations' ability to limit warming in line with the Paris Agreement.
SourceUnion of Concerned Scientists·JournalScience Advances·TypeObservational study·DateApr 27, 2022
Researchers at Washington State University found that incorporating old mask materials into cement mixtures creates stronger, more durable concrete. The mixture is 47% stronger than commonly used cement after a month of curing.
SourceWashington State University·JournalMaterials Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2022
The UN Convention to Combat Desertification's Global Land Outlook 2 report warns that up to 40% of the planet's land is degraded, threatening half of humanity and roughly 1/2 of world GDP. The report offers hundreds of practical ways to restore land and ecosystem health.
SourceUnited Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)·TypeLiterature review·DateApr 27, 2022
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The MechanicalTree is a scalable solution for reducing carbon emissions by collecting CO2 from the atmosphere without the need for blowers or fans. It has the potential to curb greenhouse gas emissions and combat global warming by capturing approximately 1,000 tons of CO2 per day.
SourceArizona State University·TypeNews article·DateApr 22, 2022
A team of scientists from the University of East Anglia has developed a new method to estimate regional fossil fuel CO2 emissions more accurately and in near real-time. Using atmospheric measurements of O2 and CO2, they can detect changes in emissions with higher frequency and provide valuable insights for climate change policies.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 22, 2022
Deforestation in Indigenous lands, particularly in Apyterewa Territory, poses a significant threat to Brazil's ability to meet its international climate change mitigation targets. The Brazilian government must take effective action to enforce environmental laws and protect the Amazon region.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScience·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 19, 2022
A new study finds that while immediate economic benefits of carbon emissions reductions are limited, most scenarios have net economic benefits after 2050. The benefits are most dramatic for developing countries, with a median net benefit of 6.0% of GDP for a 1.5°C reduction target.
SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalOxford Open Climate Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 13, 2022
Researchers at Kobe University have discovered a new mechanism by which E. coli captures glucose and secretes it as glucose-6-phosphate (G6P), leading to increased production of target compounds. By trapping the secreted G6P on the surface of the bacteria, they developed a novel technique to improve bioproduction efficiency.
SourceKobe University·JournalMetabolic Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 12, 2022
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