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High-Resolution Mapping Analysis Estimates the Impact of Human Sewage on Coastal Ecosystems

A first-of-its-kind, high-resolution mapping analysis estimates the amounts of nitrogen and pathogens released into coastal ecosystems from human wastewater sources around the world.

11 Nov 2021

Argonne Brings Deep Research Expertise to Net Zero World Initiative

Argonne brings deep research expertise, unique scientific tools and facilities, and world class talent to bear in collaborating with global partners.

11 Nov 2021

Study Reveals How the Compound Hot Extremes Affect Human Health

Most areas of the world are experiencing increasing and intensifying hot extremes. Heat-related health consequences vary with the characteristics of the exposed landscape and types of hot extreme.

10 Nov 2021

Life Cycle Assessment Examines the Advantages and Disadvantages of Carbon Capture Plant

In our efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture is mentioned as a possible technology. CO2 can, for example, be captured from large industrial companies and from incineration plants.

10 Nov 2021

Research Collaboration to Reduce Environmental Impact of Textile Dyeing

Dyeing is one of the most polluting and energy intensive processes in textile manufacturing.

9 Nov 2021

High-Temperature Electric Soot Collector Could Reduce Emissions from Residential Biomass Combustion

Air pollution emitted by residential biomass combustion is a known cause of adverse health effects, such as respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as adverse climate effects.

8 Nov 2021

Three Main Ways for Consumers to Decrease Food Carbon Footprint

Most consumers want to make food purchases that are smart for their wallets, their health and the environment.

5 Nov 2021

Mid-Latitude Biomass Burning Largely Contributes to Black Carbon Aerosols Heating the Arctic

Over the past few decades, the annual average temperature in the Arctic has increased almost twice as fast as it has elsewhere in the world.

5 Nov 2021

Scientists Investigate the Potential of Organic HQ Clathrates to Capture Key Greenhouse Gases

Finding efficient techniques to separate and remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere is key to decelerating climate change.

5 Nov 2021

Research Institute Launches Global Fund for the Removal of Previously Emitted Greenhouse Gases

A new fund based in Norway launched yesterday will finance research into technologies that can be used to remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and oceans.

3 Nov 2021