A load of pig manure?
Researchers from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) have created a novel system for treating the wastewater from pig farming, traditionally an intensely odiferous undertaking.
Using analytics to manage wastewater and odour issues
Australian water utility SA Water has recently spoken about its trialing of a custom analytics platform as a means to manage real-time data from its wastewater network
Innovation award for rotor sail suggests coming-of-age for wind power in marine vessel propulsion
Norsepower Oy, a developer of the renewable energy-powered vessel technology, has announced that it has received the ‘Innovation of the Year’ accolade at the...
The use of biofuels may reduce black smoke emissions of cars by 90%
New research investigates how to reduce pollutant emissions from vehicles without affecting engine performance, write the participants, the University of Malaga and the Future...
Scientists investigate link between air pollution and type 2 diabetes
An interdisciplinary team of scientists from EarthSense Systems, the University of Leicester and other institutions has played a pivotal role in research investigating a...
CCUS: An unlikely saviour?
For a country like the UK, which has committed to generating net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, it appears that developing the technology of carbon capture and storage (CCS) will be "a necessity not an option," to quote the IMechE's Jenifer Baxter. Many others agree, and the UK has just announced a major funding commitment for the approach. But is it enough? Envirotec reports
DMU in project to assess impact of electric vehicle recharging
A team of experts from De Montfort University (DMU) in Leicester will be part of major new project to assess the impact of electric...
UK firm is official biochar partner at COP28
Climate-tech company A Healthier Earth has been announced as the official biochar partner at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28). The firm will be...
Why use Venturi ejectors for tank aeration?
Venturi aeration is said to provide a relatively simple aeration option in systems requiring additional power and regular maintenance.
Study shows substantial difference in radon levels between Canada and Sweden
There appear to be significant differences between Sweden and Canada in relation to radon levels in houses built in 1980 and later, according to...
A step closer to digitizing the sense of smell?
A mathematical model that maps the relationship between the molecular structure of odorous substances and how they are perceived is claimed to have an...
Direct Ocean Capture validated for commercial deployment, says energy giant
The emerging CO2 removal technology of Direct Ocean Capture (DOC) has been validated for commercial deployment by energy giant Equinor in what’s claimed as...
What’s the carbon impact of online video streaming? New research provides updated calculation
A new white paper examines the carbon impact of streaming video on demand, in a bid to give a better impression of the carbon...
New ADEPT president launches climate change policy position
Mark Kemp, the new President of the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT), has launched the group's new Climate Change...
Shell faces historic legal action in Netherlands for failure to act on climate change
Friends of the Earth Netherlands announced on 4 April that it will take Shell to court if it does not act on demands to...
Building better: Making the transition from operational carbon to embodied carbon measurement
When thinking about the construction sector and emissions, the first thing that may spring to mind is the CO2 created when heating, cooling and...
UK steel industry could expand in transition to zero carbon future, says report
The decarbonisation of the steel industry provides Britain with an opportunity to stimulate domestic production and take a lead in the new Green Industrial...
Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone is improving air quality, claims research
New research exploring the effects of the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) in Glasgow appears to find that while traffic flow has remained largely...
Over 650 scientists urge world leaders to stop burning forests for energy on eve...
Over 650 scientists have signed a letter urging world leaders to stop using forests for bioenergy, ahead of the 15th Meeting of the Convention...
Longer-term landmarks needed, concludes the Net Zero review
An independent review of the UK’s current progress and plans in relation to achieving net zero – titled “Mission Zero” - was published on...
