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The Potential Hazard of Invasive Species Colonization on Marine Debris

An urgent environmental concern has been brought to light by a ground-breaking scientific study carried out along the Southeast coast of India: the growing likelihood of invasive species colonizing marine debris.

30 Oct 2023

Study Reveals Country-by-Country Environmental Impacts of Bitcoin Mining

As bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have grown in market share, they've been criticized for their heavy carbon footprint: Cryptocurrency mining is an energy-intensive endeavor.

25 Oct 2023

Chicken Feathers: A New Source of Sustainable Clean Energy

New research highlights the potential of transforming a major waste product into a valuable resource while mitigating environmental harm.

From ETH Zurich 24 Oct 2023

Flame Retardants Contaminating Wildlife on Every Continent

More than 150 species of wild animals across every continent are contaminated with flame retardant chemicals, according to a new map tracking peer-reviewed research worldwide.

20 Oct 2023

Study Sheds Light on Potential Sources and Impacts of Microplastics in the Barents Sea

Scientists measured microplastic concentrations in the highly productive Barents Sea and suggest that ocean circulation, ice melt, tourism, inadequate waste management, shipping and fishing are all likely contributors.

19 Oct 2023

Quantifying Microplastic Concentrations in the Barents Sea

Researchers have assessed microplastic levels in the highly productive Barents Sea and proposed several potential contributors, including ocean currents, melting ice, tourism, insufficient waste disposal, shipping activities, and fishing.

18 Oct 2023

Breakthrough in Sustainable Aviation Technology Redefines Flight

In a huge stride toward a greener future for aviation, GE Aerospace researchers are set to redefine the norms of flight.

From GE Aerospace 18 Oct 2023

Global Model Sheds Light on Atmospheric Organic Nitrogen Deposition

Recent research underscored the previously underestimated importance of atmospheric organic nitrogen (ON) aerosol depositions on ecosystems.

16 Oct 2023

Revolutionizing Plastic Production: Coca-Cola’s Innovative Approach to Sustainable Packaging

In a move towards sustainable packaging, Coca-Cola, one of the world’s leading beverage companies, has unveiled an ambitious initiative to transform plastic production.

16 Oct 2023