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Study finds significant link between plastic in lakes and human population

Find out why the concentration of plastic in lakes and reservoirs is higher than those found in so-called “garbage patches” of the ocean.

How can dangerous mercury emissions from industry be reduced?

Learn more about the dangers of mercury emissions from industry and how these can be reduced with an innovative new method.

Top 3 causes of air pollution related deaths revealed

Learn more about the causes of air pollution related deaths and the steps leaders must take to mitigate them.

How is black carbon damaging our atmosphere?

Discover how the presence of black carbon in our atmosphere is underestimating current climate change models.

Why new rules are needed to stop microplastic pollution

The Lanes Group outlines the importance of implementing stronger legislation to tackle microplastic pollution.

New US vehicle emissions standards to accelerate EV sales

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revealed new federal vehicle emissions standards to boost electric vehicle sales.

Paving the way for quiet, efficient electric aviation

Researchers have developed a propellor design optimisation method that paves the way for quiet and efficient electric aviation.

UN High Seas Treaty established to protect the world’s oceans

The UN has announced a High Seas Treaty to safeguard oceans, combatting biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental degradation.

Air quality in urban areas improved with a mixture of trees

Researchers have analysed the ability of trees to improve air quality and identified which species are best at absorbing air pollutants.

Dangerous tyre wear pollution must be combatted now, Imperial College experts say

Leading researchers from Imperial College London are pressing for decisive action to tackle toxic tyre wear pollution.

Wood burning stove emissions rising due to UK Government legislation

wood burning stove emissions in the UK could be increasing due to the government making some stove models exempt from regulations. 

Upcycled plastic membrane could solve plastic pollution problem

Researchers have developed plant-derived biosolvents to enable the sustainable conversion of plastic waste into valuable membrane materials.

Converting rejected plastic waste into useful materials

Researchers are integrating tested technologies and developing new ones to break down plastic waste for conversion into useful materials. Researchers are developing new technologies, such...

How soil is contributing to climate change

Research suggests that nitrogen released by gas-powered machines causes dry soil to let go of carbon and release it back into the atmosphere.

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