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ESF Researchers Receive Grant for Eco-Manufacturing of Lignin-Derived Products Using Solar Energy

Researchers at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) – one of the nation's premier colleges focused exclusively on the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies, and building a sustainable future – received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to further its research on carbon-neutral alternative sources for value-added chemicals currently sourced from petroleum and other fossil fuels.

26 Jun 2023

Expert Panel Discusses About Technologies Needed to Achieve Net-Zero Emissions

Five speakers at a recent public panel discussion hosted by the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) and introduced by Deputy Director for Science and Technology Robert Stoner tackled one of the thorniest, yet most critical, questions facing the world today: How can we achieve the ambitious goals set by governments around the globe, including the United States, to reach net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by mid-century?

26 Jun 2023

CO2 Emissions from Soil Microbes Could Surge by 40% by End of Century

The rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) concentration is a primary catalyst for global warming, and an estimated one fifth of the atmospheric CO2 originates from soil sources.

26 Jun 2023

Another Step Forward on the European eSAF Market: P2X-Europe and Nordic Electrofuel Reach Next Milestone in Collaboration for Production of Sustainable Fuels in Scandinavia

Following extensive negotiations and cooperation that started last year, Norwegian Nordic Electrofuel (NEF) and German P2X-Europe (P2X), a joint venture of Mabanaft GmbH & Co. KG (Mabanaft) and H&R Group, have today signed a term sheet that formally lays the foundation for the production and commercialisation of synthetic fuels, with a clear focus on eSAF (electricity generated Sustainable Aviation Fuel).

26 Jun 2023

Effect of Volcanic Eruptions Significantly Underestimated in Climate Projections

Researchers have found that the cooling effect that volcanic eruptions have on Earth's surface temperature is likely underestimated by a factor of two, and potentially as much as a factor of four, in standard climate projections.

26 Jun 2023

Higher Efficiency Catalyst Key to Green Hydrogen

The race to make the widespread use of intermittent renewable energy a reality has taken a step forward with new research by experts from the University of Adelaide who are improving the efficiency of iridium-based catalysts.

26 Jun 2023

Creating a Sustainable Alternative to Palm Oil

Never underestimate the power of a time crunch.

23 Jun 2023

NUS Scientists Break New Record for Perovskite Solar Cell Efficiency

Perovskite solar cells designed by a team of scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have attained a world record efficiency of 24.35% with an active area of 1 cm2. This achievement paves the way for cheaper, more efficient and durable solar cells.

23 Jun 2023

Study Explores Fairness and Feasibility in Deep Mitigation Pathways With Novel Carbon Removal

A new IIASA-led study explored fairness and feasibility in deep mitigation pathways with novel carbon dioxide removal, taking into account institutional capacity to implement mitigation measures.

23 Jun 2023

Can Texas’ Energy Grid Adapt to the Challenges of Climate Change?

As summer arrives, residents in Texas are especially feeling the heat with no end in sight.

23 Jun 2023

New Method Empowers Citizens to Tackle Climate Change

Extreme weather caused by climate change - such as flooding - will be to easier to prepare for after scientists developed a new method that empowers citizens to identify solutions to the threats their communities face.

23 Jun 2023

A Path Forward in the Study of Complexity in Ecology

To address the issues faced by climate change and other global environmental changes, it is necessary to combine complexity science with ecology and biodiversity conservation.

23 Jun 2023

Air Pollution From Wildfires can Pose Human Health Risks

Smoke particulates from wildfires could cause between 4,000 and 9,000 premature deaths and cost between $36 to $82 billion per year in the United States, according to new research.

22 Jun 2023

Training Farmers on Climate-Friendly Agricultural Practices to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

In 2021, agricultural activities contributed to 10 percent of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. Now, researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso will help reduce these emissions by training farmers across the nation on climate-friendly agricultural practices.

22 Jun 2023

Consequences of Wildfire-Related PM2.5 Exposure on Mortality

As North America rebounds from some of the worst air quality in decades as a result of wildfires, one of the largest and most comprehensive research into the long-term health implications of smoke exposure raises serious concerns about the Canadian wildfires’ long-term health impact.

22 Jun 2023