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DOE Awards $5 Million to Improve Climate Resilience in Vulnerable Communities

Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $5 million in funding for six projects that will increase the use and utility of DOE research to improve climate resilience.

29 Sep 2023

Novel Approach Paves the Way for Economically Viable Separation of CO2 From the Atmosphere

Using light instead of heat, researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have found a new way to release carbon dioxide from a solvent used in direct air capture to trap this greenhouse gas.

29 Sep 2023

Ultrasound Technique Removes Dangerous Chemicals from Groundwater

According to a new study, ultrasound might have the ability to treat a class of dangerous chemicals known as PFAS to remove them from contaminated groundwater.

29 Sep 2023

InstaVolt Plugs into Octopus Electroverse in Charge Towards EV Future

Octopus Energy’s cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) roaming service welcomes InstaVolt onto its Electroverse platform to make charging even easier for drivers.

29 Sep 2023

New Solar Desalination System Could Produce Drinking Water Cheaper Than Tap Water

Engineers at MIT and in China are aiming to turn seawater into drinking water with a completely passive device that is inspired by the ocean, and powered by the sun.

28 Sep 2023

New Approaches Needed to Achieve Equitable Air Quality

Decarbonization of national economies will be key to achieving global net-zero emissions by 2050.

28 Sep 2023

Arctic and Antarctic Sea Ice Reach Record Lows in 2023

Arctic sea ice likely reached its annual minimum extent on Sept. 19, 2023, making it the sixth-lowest year in the satellite record, according to researchers at NASA and the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC).

28 Sep 2023

Study Examines “Plastic Clouds” in Air

Microplastics, which are created when plastic debris builds up on land, eventually end up in the ocean.

28 Sep 2023

A Cheaper and Cleaner Method of Recycling Batteries

With the development of sustainable energy technologies, there will be an increase in the demand for precious metals used in batteries.

28 Sep 2023

MSU Receives $2.1 Million Grant to Improve Drinking Water Safety

The provision of safe drinking water marked a significant milestone in 20th-century public health; however, challenges endure.

28 Sep 2023

Treated Wastewater Can Still Have Significant Effects on River Ecosystems

A study by the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) underscores the need to intensify efforts in the treatment of polluted water in order to preserve aquatic diversity.

27 Sep 2023

Using Greener Plastics to Help Japan Meet Carbon-Neutral Goals

Japan has an issue with plastic. The country is the second highest producer of plastic waste per capita, owing in part to an excess of packaging.

27 Sep 2023

New Way to Make Renewable Hydrogen and Propane From Glycerol

Aston University research has illuminated a promising path for producing renewable hydrogen and propane fuel gases using glycerol.

27 Sep 2023

The Hidden Impact of Treated Wastewater on River Ecosystems

A study conducted by the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) emphasizes the urgency of enhancing efforts in treating polluted water to safeguard aquatic diversity.

26 Sep 2023