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New supramolecular plastic heals itself in an instant
Scientists experimenting with next-generation plastics at Finland’s University of Turku have developed a form of the material with some impressive capabilities, most notably an ability to quickly break down after use. The eco-friendly «supramolecular» plastic is therefore highly recyclable and, with careful tuning of its water content, can be turned into an adhesive or even […]
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The use of VR for environmental education
The use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) for environmental education is controversial. Some are concerned that these technologies might replace or disrupt outdoor experiences that can connect students to nature and develop pro-environmental behaviours. However, learning through technology and being outdoors aren’t mutually exclusive. When VR and AR are used effectively they […]
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EU lawmakers stop controversial biofuels from fuelling planes
The European Parliament has barred the use of controversial biofuel feedstocks, including intermediate crops and palm oil by-products (PFADs), from Europe’s aviation green fuel mandate (ReFuelEU). Green group Transport & Environment (T&E) calls upon the three main European institutions – the Parliament, the Council and the Commission – to keep the momentum going by excluding […]
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Twelve is recycling captured CO2 into fuel, sunglasses and more
As climate change continues to be a forefront issue globally, many are petitioning for change and finding unique solutions to solving this issue. Twelve, a self-proclaimed “carbon transformation company” is attempting to be part of the solution by turning captured CO2 into products usually made from fossil fuels. According to co-founder and CEO Nicholas Flanders, […]
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The Japanese carbon capture method is 99 percent efficient and twice as fast
A team of researchers led by Professor Seiji Yamazoe at the Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) has developed a new direct air capture method to trap carbon dioxide. It works with 99 percent efficiency, a Eureka Alert press release said. The world is transitioning to cleaner sources of energy. However, the transition is prolonged, and while […]
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UC San Diego Scientists Create the World’s First Biodegradable Shoe
Stephen Mayfield, a molecular biology professor at UC San Diego, now has a stake in the business of footwear alongside partners Michael Burkart and Robert Pomeroy from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. After six years of research and experimentation, these professors are launching the world’s first biodegradable shoe through the company Blueview, of which […]
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Britons dispose of nearly 100bn pieces of plastic packaging a year
UK households throw away nearly 100bn pieces of plastic packaging a year, according to a survey by Greenpeace. The results of one of the largest voluntary research projects into the scale of plastic waste show that only 12% of the single-use packaging used by households is sent for recycling. Greenpeace asked households to count their […]
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‘Sand battery’ could solve green energy’s big problem
Finnish researchers have installed the world’s first fully working «sand battery» which can store green power for months at a time. The developers say this could solve the problem of year-round supply, a major issue for green energy. Using low-grade sand, the device is charged up with heat made from cheap electricity from solar or […]
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