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The latest environment news looking at developments in the world of agriculture and aquaculture, along with the management of plastic waste, pollution and climate modelling

Trent University’s leadership in freshwater research driven by expertise, facilities, collaboration

Trent University engages in addressing local and global freshwater issues, including microplastics, carbon cycling, and pollution.

Revamped Jet Zero Taskforce set to deliver more sustainable aviation

Discover how the Jet Zero Taskforce charts a clear path towards sustainable aviation with a new structure to transform flights.

Researchers discover complex relationship between Arctic warming and dust

A new study has revealed that dust from snow- and ice-free areas of the Arctic may be an important contributor to Arctic warming.

Driving the UK’s green transition with electric vehicles

Ella Pumford, Content Manager at St. Modwen Homes, discusses the electric vehicle revolution and how our homes are driving the green transition.

European storms exacerbated by the effects of climate change

A team of climate experts has identified that European storms will be significantly intensified in the coming years due to climate change.

Utilising smart farming devices to enhance sand dune habitats 

Cattle in Lincolnshire have been equipped with novel smart collars to aid the enhancement of important sand dune habitats. 

The UK Battery Industrialisation Centre has been opened this week 

The £130m UK Battery Industrialisation Centre (UKBIC) – the innovative 18,500 square metre national battery manufacturing development facility – has been officially opened by the Prime Minister during a visit to Coventry. 

Eliminating the dangers posed by lead in perovskite solar cells 

Researchers from the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have discovered a way of using phosphate salt to mitigate the dangerous impact of lead in perovskite solar cells. 

Utilising tamarind shells as an energy source for vehicles 

An international consortium of scientists has discovered a novel way to convert tamarind shells into an energy source for vehicles. 

Revolutionising the aquaculture industry using soy-based feed

Courtney Knupp of the U.S. Soybean Export Council speaks to Innovation News Network about how U.S. Soy can breathe new life into the aquaculture industry, improve sustainability, and enable growth.

Half of urban greenhouse gas emissions produced by 25 megacities 

New data published by Frontiers highlights that 52% of urban greenhouse gas emissions are generated by just 25 megacities. 

Investigation finds troubling level of chemicals in plastics

Researchers at ETH Zurich have studied the chemicals in plastics worldwide, discovering surprisingly excessive levels of substances of potential concern deliberately used in everyday plastic products.

Verkor announces €100m funding for developing sustainable battery cells

Verkor has revealed it has raised €100m of funding, which it will utilise for the research and production of sustainable battery cells.

EDGAR reveals air pollutant emissions decrease in developed countries

A study utilising EDGAR technology has indicated that air pollutant emissions have regressed in more developed countries. 

Developing an innovative and future facing wind turbine system

American Wind Inc has created a wind turbine system different to anything ever seen on the market. It can bring clean, secure, renewable energy that is finally affordable for companies and utilities to invest in.

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