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Climate & Environment

Sustainable chemistry: A forest growing from chemical beakers.

Beyond Petroleum: How Chemical Innovations are Shaping a Sustainable Future

Explore how groundbreaking chemical innovations are paving the way for a sustainable future, from bio-based materials to cleaner industrial processes, impacting everything from consumer goods to global trade.

Recycled plastic bottles transforming into strong concrete structures.

Trash to Treasure: How Ring-Shaped Bottle Fibers Could Revolutionize Concrete

Discover how researchers are turning waste plastic bottles into ring-shaped fibers that significantly enhance the toughness and durability of concrete, offering a promising solution for both environmental sustainability and construction material performance.

Rail babbler perched on a tree stump in a flooded forest, symbolizing habitat loss due to dam construction.

Thailand's Dams: A Looming Threat to Forest Bird Biodiversity?

A recent study exposes the devastating impact of dam construction on Thailand's forest bird biodiversity. Discover how these projects transform ecosystems, displace unique species, and what it means for conservation efforts across Asia.

Bacillus salmalaya bacteria cleaning up a landfill.

Landfill Rescue: How Bacteria Can Help Us Solve Waste Problems

As our planet struggles with increasing waste, innovative solutions are crucial. This article explores how a newly discovered bacterium, Bacillus salmalaya, is offering a powerful, eco-friendly method to clean up toxic landfill leachate.

Rice paddy field with varying water depths illustrating optimal growth.

The Goldilocks Depth: Finding the Perfect Water Level for Your Rice Crop

Is your rice crop underperforming? The secret might be in the water! Learn how managing water depth can dramatically impact your yield, with insights on achieving that 'just right' balance.

Radioactive symbols glowing faintly in cracked earth, representing industrial soil contamination.

Unseen Danger: Radioactivity in Industrial Soil - What You Need to Know

This article explores the impact of industrial effluent on soil radioactivity, particularly from sugar industries. Learn about the sources, risks, and what can be done to mitigate potential hazards.

Glowing transgenic birch tree in a sustainable forest.

Can Genetically Modified Trees Save Our Forests? The Promise and Peril of Transgenic Birch

Dive into the world of transgenic birch trees and discover how genetic modification could revolutionize forest management, offering solutions to pest resistance and environmental challenges. But is it a sustainable solution?

Algae farm on wastewater producing clean water and renewable energy.

Algae Bloom Breakthrough: Turning Wastewater into Protein Gold

Discover how freshwater macroalgae, particularly Oedogonium, can transform wastewater from aquaculture into valuable protein, offering a sustainable solution for nutrient recovery and revolutionizing resource management.

State capitol building interwoven with nature, representing the intersection of environmental spending and economic factors.

Decoding Your State's Green Spending: Are Environmental Investments Paying Off?

Explore the hidden connections between state environmental spending and key economic indicators. Discover if your state's investments are truly effective in protecting the environment and public health.

Parched riverbed with fading fish outlines, symbolizing climate change impact on Amur whitefish.

Vanishing Fish: Climate Change Threatens Coldwater Species in Northern China

Climate change is warming rivers in northern China, endangering the survival of Amur whitefish and other coldwater fish. Learn how rising temperatures are reducing suitable habitats and what this means for the future of these species.

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