Author: Michael Thompson
Warning: Climate Crisis Pushing Oceans to the Brink, Report Reveals
The oceans are in danger of causing havoc on humanity due to climate change, as highlighted in a recent report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. This report, released
DetailSustainable Phosphorus Management: Options for Exploration
A recent study conducted in Sweden by IIASA looked into the possibility of extracting phosphorus from municipal wastewater to serve as a sustainable alternative source of this valuable mineral. Phosphorus
DetailThe Impact of Climate Change on Tropical Rainforests How Climate Change is Disrupting Tropical Rainforest Ecosystems Climate Change Threats to Biodiversity in Tropical Rainforests
Tropical rainforests play a crucial role in our climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and housing nearly half of Earth’s plants and wildlife. However, deforestation is occurring at an alarming rate,
DetailImproving Health and Ecosystems with Nitrogen Interventions
A recent study has found that nitrogen pollution from food and energy production is causing harm to the environment, air quality, and human health. By implementing nitrogen interventions such as
DetailFrom the Amazon to the Atlantic: Exploring the Connection Between the Rainforest and the Seas
Climate Week recently took place from September 23 to September 29, with various discussions and events addressing the urgent need for climate action. In the midst of this global forum,
DetailSustainable Manufacturing: A New Twist on Synthesis Technique
The team at Rice University led by James Tour has developed a groundbreaking method called flash-within-flash Joule heating (FWF) that could revolutionize the way high-quality solid-state materials are synthesized. This
DetailSurprising Benefits of Elephants You Didn’t Know About
Conservation International recently released a virtual reality film called "My Africa," which follows the story of a young Samburu woman in Kenya working to save elephants and restore the ancient
DetailThe Future of African Food: Blueprint for Food Security
A new study suggests that countries in Sub-Saharan Africa can enhance their Food Security by tapping into the potential of their people and farming systems. Despite facing challenges such as
Detail3D Printed Glass Bricks: Durable Building Materials for Engineers
Circular construction is a sustainable building approach that focuses on reusing and repurposing materials to minimize environmental impact. MIT engineers are developing reconfigurable masonry made from 3D-printed recycled glass, inspired
DetailCloud Computing Advances Ocean Science Research
In the quest to speed up their global ocean health report card, the team behind the Ocean Health Index has found a way to produce better science in less time.
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