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Researchers have demonstrated how carbon dioxide can be captured from industrial processes - or even directly from the air - and transformed into clean, sustainable fuels using just the energy from the Sun.
Jun 19th, 2023
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Researchers have developed a unique kind of bioplastic sheet that is good for the environment and can decompose naturally. Made using leftover pineapple stems from agricultural waste, this new type of bioplastic sheet has the potential to be used as single-use packaging material, as an alternative to the use of harmful plastic sheets.
Jun 18th, 2023
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From the oceans to geothermal brines, water is an underexplored resource for providing various materials.
Jun 16th, 2023
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Engineers have synthesized a superabsorbent material that can soak up a record amount of moisture from the air, even in desert-like conditions.
Jun 15th, 2023
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In a discovery that could reduce or even eliminate the use of cobalt - which is often mined using child labor - in the batteries that power electric cars and other products, scientists have developed a long-lasting alternative made with nickel.
Jun 14th, 2023
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Researchers propose a safe pathway to store and release clean energy based on the chemistry of baking soda.
Jun 13th, 2023
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Researchers have developed photocatalytic concrete that can effectively remove fine particulate matter on roads.
Jun 5th, 2023
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Researchers have developed a technology that can significantly reduce the amount of platinum and iridium, precious metals used in the electrode protection layer of polymer electrolyte membrane water electrolysis devices, and secure performance and durability on par with existing devices.
Jun 2nd, 2023
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The metals that are highly sought after, such as dysprosium, neodymium, manganese and niobium, are of great economic importance, while their supply is limited and it takes time to scale up raw material production.
May 31st, 2023
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New catalyst lowers cost for producing environmentally sustainable hydrogen from water.
May 30th, 2023
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A novel design for a solar-powered desalination unit that is energy-efficient, cost-effective and portable, making it convenient to set up in areas with limited access to continuous electricity.
May 30th, 2023
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Properties of 'egress complex' of termite mounds can be copied to optimize interior climate of buildings.
May 26th, 2023
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Organic chemistry researchers have 'struck gold' by discovering a new way to make 'green' polymers from low-cost building blocks with just a small amount of electricity.
May 18th, 2023
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Researchers develop a new method for the sustainable use of carbon dioxide.
May 15th, 2023
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Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies offer new opportunities for getting closer to our climate change mitigation targets. However, we still have a long way to go before DAC can be fully rolled out as a mitigation measure.
May 9th, 2023
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Scientists find new route in bacteria to decarbonize industry. The discovery could reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacturing of fuels, drugs, and chemicals.
May 8th, 2023
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Researchers are planning a solar energy plant that will capture 'concentrated sunlight' using mirrors. The plant will also be distinctive because it will generate both electricity and heat, which can be used to capture carbon dioxide.
May 3rd, 2023
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Scientists are using machine learning techniques to produce air quality maps and predict the likelihood of legal pollution limits being exceeded.
Apr 26th, 2023
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