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Citizen Scientists Are Transforming Wetland Restoration, New Study Shows

Integrating citizen science into wetland restoration enhances monitoring, supports adaptive management, and strengthens community engagement for sustainability.

27 Jan 2026

LI-COR's Carbon Node Named “Internet of Environment Solution of the Year” in 2026 IoT Breakthrough Awards Program

LI-COR announced today that its Carbon Node is the recipient of the “Internet of Environment Solution of the Year” award in the 10th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards program conducted by IoT Breakthrough.

From LI-COR 20 Jan 2026

Dual-Layer Shield Against Microplastic Contamination

An innovative two-layer membrane filtration system from UBCO effectively captures micro and nanoplastics in landfill leachate, protecting water resources.

9 Jan 2026

Microplastics Impair Oceans' Carbon Absorption, Worsening Climate Change

Research shows microplastics interfere with ocean carbon cycles, posing risks to climate and ecosystems. Urgent global action is required to combat this threat.

6 Jan 2026

Biological Pumps: How Zooplankton are Transporting Microplastics to the Ocean Depths

A new study has, for the first time, recorded and measured just how fast microplastics move through the gut passage of a key zooplankton species in real time – and used those measurements to estimate how much plastic these tiny animals might be transporting – and sinking down - through the ocean each day.

6 Jan 2026

Climate Change Accounts for Majority of Western US Wildfire Emissions

A study reveals climate change is responsible for 60-82 % of wildfire damage in the western US, highlighting its impact on smoke pollution and fire behavior.

19 Dec 2025

Plastic Waste Imports Linked to Coastal Litter Increase

Findings indicate that plastic waste imports contribute to coastal litter, urging a focus on waste management improvements in countries with low regulations.

10 Dec 2025

Fish Gill-Inspired Filter to Remove Microplastics from Washing Machine Wastewater

Researchers at the University of Bonn have developed a new filter designed to remove microplastics from washing machine wastewater.

10 Dec 2025

Old Mining Sites are Effective Carbon Sinks, Study Shows

Reclaimed post-mining lands in the Czech Republic show potential as carbon sinks, supporting EU climate goals with effective ecological restoration practices.

3 Dec 2025

Beclimate Launches First Integrated Climate Ecosystem for the Built Environment

BEClimate, a digital-first climate infrastructure platform for the built environment, has launched the world's first fully integrated climate ecosystem tailored to decarbonizing buildings and infrastructure.

From Quidos 1 Dec 2025