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Assessing Pollution, Waste, and Chemicals Amid Conflicts of Interest

A global consortium of 35 researchers is denouncing the conflicts of interest that have plagued discussions for a global plastics treaty and impeded prompt action on other health and environmental concerns.

10 Nov 2023

New Global Plastics Treaty Must Address Root Causes of Pollution

The new Global Plastics Treaty must tackle the problem at source, researchers say

10 Nov 2023

Addressing Air Pollution in Africa

The acute issue of air pollution in Africa and the necessity for international action to address it have been highlighted in a recent study published in Nature Geoscience.

8 Nov 2023

Unveiling Houston's Ozone Pollution Sources with Machine Learning and Innovative Analysis

With its notoriously hot and humid climate and robust industrial environment, Houston is one of the most ozone-polluted cities in the United States.

8 Nov 2023

Virgin Atlantic's VS100: Worlds First 100% SAF Transatlantic Flight

Virgin Atlantic is set to mark a significant milestone with its VS100 flight, a world-first transatlantic 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) flight scheduled for 28 November 2023. The flight aims to demonstrate the viability of SAF as a sustainable alternative to conventional jet fuel. By harnessing SAF, industries could significantly reduce their carbon footprint, paving the way for sustainable long-haul travel and setting new environmental standards.

From Virgin Atlantic Airways 7 Nov 2023

Revolutionizing Water Purification with Oneka's Wave-Powered Desalination

Oneka Technologies, a Canadian startup, is revolutionizing sustainable water management with its wave-powered desalination technology.

From Oneka Technologies 6 Nov 2023

Wildfire Air Pollution Linked to Higher Hospitalization and Death Rates in Dialysis Patients

In analyses of data from western US states, increases in wildfire-related air pollution around dialysis clinics were linked to higher rates of hospitalizations and deaths among patients.

3 Nov 2023

Clean Water Act Falling Short on Reducing Nonpoint Source Pollution

When rivers began catching on fire, the U.S. government knew it was time to act. So Congress passed the Clean Water Act of 1972.

3 Nov 2023

Changing Gears: Porsche’s Transition to CO2-Reduced Steel

Porsche has recently announced its decision to switch to low-emission steel for its vehicles starting in 2026.

2 Nov 2023

Carbon Dioxide: The Unexpected Catalyst in the Fuel Cell Revolution

Researchers have developed an efficient process that can convert carbon dioxide into formate, a material that can be used in fuel cells to generate electricity.

2 Nov 2023