A Seoul National University team developed a breakthrough technique to improve metal-polymer joints, enabling the use of plastics in car parts and reducing overall vehicle weight. This method uses laser surface texturing to create strong and durable bonds between steel and plastic materials.
SourceSeoul National University of Science & Technology·JournalOptics & Laser Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 27, 2025
A new study suggests that counter climate change organizations are more likely to arise in countries with stronger environmental policies and institutions. These groups often have eclectic views not directly tied to economic or political interests, and are increasingly global in scope.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS One·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 22, 2025
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A team of Illinois researchers has been awarded $5 million to create a new variety of corn called NSave, which aims to reduce nitrogen fertilizer use while maintaining crop yield. The project's goal is to lower costs for farmers and reduce the country's reliance on foreign fertilizer imports.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·DateJan 21, 2025
The university aims to improve operational efficiency, manage emissions, and build an inventory of methane emissions through three research projects. The efforts will also support workforce development and improve air quality in local communities.
The article reveals that larger EVs are weighing more than conventional cars and require greater critical minerals to produce, delaying efforts to decarbonize the electricity grid. The growing size of EVs is also making waste processing and recycling hazardous
SourceOK International·JournalPLOS Sustainability and Transformation·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJan 17, 2025
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The study introduces a novel framework that accurately predicts global warming caused by greenhouse gas emissions without relying on complex climate models. It confirms human-caused greenhouse gas emissions drive observed global warming, independently of conventional approaches.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 12, 2025
Researchers from ETH Zurich developed hygroscopic wall and ceiling components that can significantly reduce humidity in heavily used indoor spaces, resulting in a 75% reduction in discomfort index compared to conventional painted walls.
SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 10, 2025
A new study projects China's non-CO2 mitigation potentials and costs by 2060, finding that deep CH4 mitigation can enhance climate benefits. Non-CO2 reductions are expected to be less costly than CO2 reductions, with a 2.3-4.3 times greater climate benefit.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateDec 14, 2024
A new study by Finnish researchers found that recycled plastic railway sleepers can significantly reduce carbon emissions, with potential savings of up to 3,610 tCO2e per year. The production process for these plastics requires less energy and generates fewer emissions than traditional materials like steel and concrete.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Sustainability·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2024
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
A University of Queensland-led study reveals greenhouse gas emissions from tourism have grown more than 2 times faster than the rest of the global economy. Tourism accounts for 9% of world's total emissions, with annual increases expected to double in carbon footprint every 20 years.
SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 10, 2024
A new study reveals that US adults who choose not to eat red meat are more concerned with environmental impacts than health risks. The survey of over 7,500 adults found that demographics such as age, education level, and income also played a role in red meat consumption.
A team led by Eric Stach at Penn Engineering has developed a new approach to visualize and understand molecular catalysts on semiconductor surfaces. By combining atomic-resolution imaging with machine learning analysis, they created detailed maps of the distribution and behavior of these microscopic structures.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalMatter·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2024
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Researchers found that streams near farms are a significant source of nitrous oxide emissions, with some areas emitting up to half of the total emissions in the region. The study suggests that targeting mitigation efforts on streams and rivers connected to agricultural soils can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateDec 3, 2024
A study reveals that soil emissions account for at least a quarter of nitrogen oxide emissions in California's Salton Sea air basin, with annual total emissions reaching 11 tons per day. The findings highlight the need to better understand and account for agricultural soils' emissions to improve air quality in rural areas.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalScientific Reports·DateDec 3, 2024
A new study suggests that coral heat tolerance adaptation via natural selection may be insufficient to overcome the impacts of ocean warming, unless Paris Agreement commitments are realized.
Researchers have developed a liquid moisture adsorbent that can efficiently harvest water from the air at near ambient temperatures. The technology, which uses random copolymers of polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol, has the potential to provide clean drinking water in arid regions and during disasters.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalACS ES&T Water·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 27, 2024
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Researchers at ORNL have developed a catalyst that can convert two polluting greenhouse gases into valuable building blocks for cleaner fuels and feedstocks. The catalyst, made of zeolite material, is resistant to degradation at high temperatures and has been shown to provide outstanding performance with extremely slow deactivation.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 26, 2024
A new study by Iowa State University researchers finds that nearly half of soybean-related emissions come from the natural processes in soil, which can be mitigated through strategies like planting winter cover crops and adjusting planting schedules. These solutions have been found to reduce emissions by one-third while increasing yields.
SourceIowa State University·JournalNature Sustainability·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 20, 2024
Researchers have found that blocking the protein StCDF1 in potatoes can improve plant performance in low-nitrogen environments. This could be a promising strategy for reducing potato needs of nitrogen fertilizers.
Higher temperatures caused by climate change are increasing evaporation enough to cause exceptional droughts in the American West. Evaporative demand now accounts for 61% of drought severity, while reduced precipitation only accounts for 39%. Climate change is expected to lead to more severe and longer-lasting droughts.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalScience Advances·DateNov 6, 2024
The University of Kansas and Avium will develop new catalysts and technologies to improve the efficiency and reliability of green hydrogen production. The goal is to make clean hydrogen more affordable and support the transition to a clean-energy future.
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The Lancet's Countdown report reveals record-breaking human costs of climate change, including heat-related deaths increasing by 167% globally in 2023. The report calls for trillions of dollars spent on fossil fuels to be redirected towards protecting people's health and lives.
SourceThe Lancet·JournalThe Lancet·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 29, 2024
Researchers at Politecnico di Milano discovered that the ratio of CO2 to methane present in the reaction determines carbon build-up on catalysts. This finding paves the way for more efficient technologies and longer-lasting catalysts.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 22, 2024
The school will focus on methods to address structural safety and infrastructure resilience challenges in a climate change context. Key findings include the importance of increasing infrastructure resilience to reduce social wellbeing impacts.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateOct 16, 2024
The Pantanal's soda lakes, characterized by high pH and salinity, have practically dried up due to rising temperatures and wildfires. The study found that certain types of lakes, such as eutrophic turbid lakes, emit methane due to cyanobacterial blooms and decomposing organic matter.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScience of The Total Environment·DateSep 30, 2024
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment will receive funding to improve mitigation estimates for agricultural management practices. The funding will support the work of researchers in advancing the understanding of conservation practices on greenhouse gas fluxes.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment·DateSep 30, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
A recent study published in Perspectives in Ecology and Conservation highlights the urgent need for Brazil to reinforce protection of its forests to achieve its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. The research emphasizes the importance of strengthening socioenvironmental actions and policies focusing on conserving or restoring f...
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalPerspectives in Ecology and Conservation·DateSep 25, 2024
Researchers estimate that silage from maize, alfalfa, and sorghum crops can produce substantial amounts of nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas. Chlorate addition may significantly lower N2O emissions, primarily due to denitrifying bacteria.
New research on genetically modified crops reveals potential environmental impacts, including increased pesticide use, deforestation, and greenhouse gas emissions. The study highlights the need for further research to support sustainable agriculture practices.
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Researchers create interlocking glass bricks that can withstand pressures similar to concrete blocks, aiming to reduce embodied carbon in construction. The 3D-printed bricks are designed to be reused and repurposed, promoting a circular construction method.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalGlass Structures & Engineering·DateSep 19, 2024
A new study identifies multiple technologies to cost-effectively decarbonize the energy system, prioritizing their adoption and transition. The findings suggest a range of options to achieve near-cost-optimal futures, emphasizing research and development investments.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 18, 2024
The McGill team's light-driven chemical process transforms methane and carbon dioxide into green methanol and carbon monoxide, producing highly valued products. The discovery offers a promising path towards Canada's net-zero emissions target by 2050 and provides a sustainable way to produce industrial products.
SourceMcGill University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 16, 2024
A new study suggests that urban heating and cooling systems will significantly impact future energy demand due to climate change, with smaller-scale city-level waste heat contributing to local microclimates. The research emphasizes the need for comprehensive climate impact assessment and science-based policymaking to address this issue.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 13, 2024
A Dartmouth-led study projects that Antarctica's glaciers will rapidly retreat and potentially collapse by 2200, increasing global sea levels by up to 5.5 feet by 2300. The researchers used 16 ice-sheet models to refine the projection of ice loss over the next 300 years.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalEarth's Future·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 12, 2024
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Researchers at Ohio State University found that US droughts in the Southwest and rainy extremes in the Northeast are becoming more frequent and severe. The study predicts bigger swings between wetter and drier periods in the mid-United States, straining water management efforts.
SourceOhio State University·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateSep 6, 2024
Notre Dame researchers have created a new tool to analyze embodied carbon in over 1 million buildings in Chicago, providing policymakers with actionable data to inform urban development decisions. The study found that extending the lifespan of buildings and reducing their size can decrease carbon emissions by two-thirds.
SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalCarbon Management·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 4, 2024
A study published in JAMA found that inhaler prescriptions filled by Medicare beneficiaries in 2022 resulted in approximately 1.15 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions. Metered-dose inhalers, particularly those using short-acting β-agonist medications, accounted for nearly all inhaler-related emissions.
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Scientists at the University of São Paulo found that converting degraded land to climate-smart agricultural practices can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Brazil. The study highlights the need for more data and research opportunities to support the development of carbon markets and green finance mechanisms.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Cleaner Production·DateAug 28, 2024
A team of researchers from Empa and the University of Bristol used a novel tracer gas method to accurately measure HFC-23 emissions from a Teflon factory. The study found that abatement measures were effective in reducing emissions, but discrepancies between reported and actual emissions suggest need for independent verification.
SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 21, 2024
A pioneering study found that factories globally are not properly destroying emissions of a super-greenhouse gas emitted from the production of fluoropolymers like Teflon and refrigerants. The researchers used a novel technique to measure actual emissions, revealing a discrepancy between reported and real levels.
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Researchers discovered that the iron nitrogenase can convert CO2 into methane and formic acid, making it a promising starting point for developing novel CO2 reductases. The enzyme's low selectivity for CO2 also suggests its potential for widespread use in nature.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 14, 2024
New nutrition strategies could slash methane emissions from dairy cows by a staggering 60%, according to a Journal of Dairy Science review. Diet reformulation, using feed additives like seaweed and 3-NOP, may be key to achieving this goal.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Dairy Science·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 13, 2024
The study finds that agricultural expansion could lead to a 26% decline in biodiversity and emit almost half of current annual global CO2 emissions. Conservation policies can also have economic benefits, with minimal impact on GDP and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalNature Sustainability·DateAug 13, 2024
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
Researchers found that adopting plant-based diets could reduce greenhouse gas emissions from food supply chains by 17%, saving 32.4% of global dietary emissions. This would balance the increase in emissions from under-consumed populations moving towards healthier diets.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 13, 2024
A new international study underscores the need to integrate technological advancements with robust institutional capacities to formulate effective climate policies. The research found that inadequate institutional capacity could hinder reaching even 2°C targets, while improved global institutional support could enhance the likelihood o...
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalNature Climate Change·DateAug 12, 2024
A new study catalogs greenhouse gas emissions tied to energy use for interbasin water transfers, with a significant portion attributed to agriculture. The research found that irrigation-related emissions are substantial in certain locations, particularly those with high concentrations of agricultural land.
SourceColorado State University·JournalNature Water·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 1, 2024
A new study published by Texas A&M University researchers found that the Hunga Tonga volcano eruption did not contribute to global warming as initially thought. Instead, the eruption resulted in more energy leaving the climate system than entering it, leading to a slight cooling effect.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres·DateJul 26, 2024
A new study confirms that human-induced climate change is making rainfall patterns more volatile globally, with increased variability observed since the 1900s in 75% of land areas studied. The researchers found daily rainfall variability to have increased by 1.2% per decade.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 25, 2024
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A new study provides detailed estimates of land use change emissions for six sustainable aviation fuel production pathways, highlighting the importance of crop location and management. The results show that jatropha and miscanthus have lower DLUC emissions, while soybeans may not meet CORSIA's sustainability criteria.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalScience of The Total Environment·DateJul 22, 2024
Research shows that oil and natural gas development in the Permian Basin contributes to high eight-hour ozone concentrations frequently exceeding EPA health standards during summer months. The study uses data from a 2019 field survey to confirm the impact of drilling, flaring, and other activities on ozone levels.
SourceColorado State University·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres·DateJul 16, 2024
A novel genus, Candidatus Alkanivoras nitrosoreducens, is described as potentially performing nitrite-driven anaerobic ethane oxidation. The study reveals a prospective fumarate addition pathway for anaerobic ethane oxidation and a complete denitrification pathway for nitrite reduction.
SourceEurasia Academic Publishing Group·JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2024
A new study by Stanford University and Arizona State University recommends California implement early vehicle retirement for heavy-duty vehicles. The policy aims to reduce cumulative emissions by two-thirds and pollution-related mortality, particularly among disadvantaged communities. This approach would be more effective than relying ...
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalEnvironmental Research Infrastructure and Sustainability·DateJul 8, 2024
Researchers from UNIGE have measured the increase in soil erosion caused by global warming, with a four-fold increase observed in sediments from the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum. This study suggests that current warming could lead to similar effects, increasing flood risks and threatening populated areas.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalGeology·TypeNews article·DateJun 25, 2024
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A new device developed by University of Tokyo researchers can measure carbon dioxide captured in concrete quickly and accurately, skipping the need to crush concrete samples. This innovation aims to support global efforts to reach carbon neutrality and offset emissions from the concrete sector.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalJournal of Advanced Concrete Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 24, 2024
A new study suggests that human activities may actually reduce the severity of droughts in certain regions. Climate model simulations indicate that aerosols and greenhouse gases produced by human activities have opposite effects on atmospheric chemical composition and precipitation mechanisms. This research challenges previous conclusi...
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalBulletin of the American Meteorological Society·DateJun 21, 2024
A study found that people in affluent areas in New Zealand were contributing more than their fair share of greenhouse gas emissions from transport. They drove further and owned more cars, leading to higher emissions per week.
SourceUniversity of Otago·JournalTravel Behaviour and Society·TypeSurvey·DateJun 12, 2024
Human-caused nitrous oxide emissions accelerated globally, reaching a record high in 2022, with the agricultural sector accounting for 74% of emissions. The use of chemical fertilizers and animal manure is particularly significant contributors to this growth.
SourceBoston College·JournalEarth System Science Data·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 11, 2024
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The study reveals a significant decline in hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), potent greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. HCFC emissions peaked in 2021 and have been decreasing since, with the US National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration (NOAA) measuring a drop of less than 1% between 2021 and 2023.
SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeObservational study·DateJun 11, 2024
A new study reveals significant declines in atmospheric levels of potent ozone-depleting substances and harmful greenhouse gases, confirming the success of the Montreal Protocol. The findings show a notable reduction in HCFCs, which are also contributing to global warming.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Climate Change·DateJun 11, 2024
Scientists developed a miniaturized micro-spectrometer to detect multiple toxic and greenhouse gases, offering increased control over individual exposure. The technology uses machine learning and metasurface spectral filter arrays to create a compact sensor that can be integrated into wearable devices.
SourceARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems·JournalMicrosystems & Nanoengineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2024