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Nanoplastics Cause Species Extinction in Aquatic Ecosystems

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have investigated the effects of nanoplastic on aquatic life in lakes and rivers.

27 Sep 2024

New Study Highlights Microbes' Role in Achieving UN SDGs

A review article recently published in the journal Cell comprehensively explored the critical role of microbes in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

24 Sep 2024

New Technique Reveals Microplastic Contamination in Coral

Researchers at Kyushu University discovered that microplastics are found in coral's anatomical parts: the skeleton, tissue, and surface mucus.

23 Sep 2024

Impact of Ground-Level Ozone on Tropical Forest Productivity

An article recently published in Nature Geoscience journal explored the impact of elevated ground-level ozone (O3) on tropical forests' productivity and carbon absorption.

18 Sep 2024

IFAD and the Philippines Launch New Project to Boost Rural Livelihoods and Protect Ecosystems

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Republic of the Philippines launched a new project to support rural communities, particularly those in the vulnerable uplands, at an event at the Department of Finance in Manila last week.

10 Sep 2024

Climate Change Pushes Sharks Away from Coral Reefs

In a study that was published in Communications Biology, researchers from Lancaster University found that sharks are leaving coral reefs during stressful environmental conditions, like high temperatures that can cause coral bleaching events.

10 Sep 2024

Dryad Networks Introduces Third-Generation Silvanet Gateways for Optimal Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection and Forest Management

Dryad Networks, a pioneer in wildfire detection technology, is proud to announce the general availability of its third-generation Silvanet border and mesh gateways, which include new features for optimal ultra-early wildfire detection and forest management.

From Dryad Networks GmbH 4 Sep 2024

CSIRO and Murdoch University Launch Bioplastics Innovation Hub to End Plastic Waste

CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and Murdoch University have launched The Bioplastics Innovation Hub, an $8 million collaboration that will work with industry partners to develop a new generation of 100 % compostable plastic. The Bioplastics Innovation Hub aims to revolutionize plastic packaging by developing biologically derived plastic that can break down in compost, land, or water.

2 Sep 2024

FPT Industrial Shows its Determination in the Quest for Carbon Neutrality

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of low-environmental impact powertrains, is taking its commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality to the next level. Conscious of the responsibilities deriving from being a leading manufacturer of engines, the Brand has decided to take the path of sustainability in vehicle and marine propulsion, as well as in power generation, in a global and factual manner.

From FPT Industrial 28 Aug 2024

Innovative Technique Transforms Microplastics Into Graphene

Researchers at James Cook University have made a crucial discovery that enables them to transform microplastics into a very useful substance. The study was published in the journal Small Science.

14 Aug 2024