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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

Environment26th November 2024

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

Environment26th November 2024

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

Environment26th November 2024

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

Groundbreaking technology heightens organic solar cells’ performance

Environment 23rd June 2021

Researchers working at Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) have developed a novel technology that can enhance the efficiency of organic solar cells.

Reducing carbon emissions with hydrogen-enriched fuel

Environment 23rd June 2021

Research has identified that the implementation of hydrogen-enriched fuel could significantly mitigate the impacts of carbon emissions.

Commercial farming’s deforestation in the Amazon increases temperatures and reduces rainfall

Environment 22nd June 2021

Researchers investigating deforestation in the Amazon report that commercial farms cause temperature increases and less rainfall.

Illegal agriculture driving worldwide decrease of tropical forests

Environment 22nd June 2021

A study from Forest Trends has indicated that the decline of tropical rainforests is due to the prevalence of illegal agriculture.

The barriers obstructing a circular economy for electronic waste

Environment 22nd June 2021

Researchers have developed a framework to achieve a circular economy for electronic waste, a key objective in achieving a sustainable planet.

Designing sustainable cities with Urban InVEST software

Environment 22nd June 2021

A new free to use, open-source software may potentially aid in designing sustainable cities worldwide, saving countries billions of pounds.

Using plant probes to enhance sustainable farming

Environment 21st June 2021

Researchers at KAUST have developed microneedles in several plant-friendly polymers that could enhance sustainable farming.

Studies indicate that mercury content in fish is increasing

Environment 21st June 2021

Researchers at the University of Helsinki warn that a warming climate and intensifying land use are increasing mercury content in fish.

Natural woodland regeneration: an economical tree-planting alternative

Environment 18th June 2021

A long-term passive rewilding study has indicated that UK tree-planting targets could be attained via natural woodland regeneration methods.

What role can lead-acid batteries play in the circular economy?

Environment 18th June 2021

Roger Miksad, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Battery Council International, spoke to Innovation News Network about their organisation and the latest in lead battery manufacturing and recycling.

Banning the landfill of wind turbine blades in Europe

Environment 17th June 2021

WindEurope has appealed for a landfill ban on decommissioned wind turbine blades across the continent by 2025.

Semiconductor technology ensures safety of electric vehicle batteries

Environment 16th June 2021

Scientists have used semiconductor technology to increase the safety of electric vehicle batteries which can cause explosions and fires.

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