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Making Waves: Portuguese Researchers Use Ocean Power for Marine Exploration
This week, researchers from the University of Porto, Portugal, presented their novel triboelectric nanogenerator technology at the Energy Storage and Conversion virtual conference. The generators harvest energy from the motion of waves, and can be used to power navigation buoys…
RNA Breakthrough Creates Crops that Grow 50% More
A study led by professors from the University of Chicago, Peking University and Guizhou University found that Manipulating RNA can allow plants to yield dramatically more crops, and increase drought tolerance. By adding a gene encoding for a protein called…
These Companies Are Using Sustainable Alternatives for Their Packaging
Brands and consumers alike are becoming much more aware of the negative effects that plastics and plastic packaging have over the environment and human health. Taking that in mind, these companies have decided to change it up and adopt eco-friendly…
These Companies Are Using Sustainable Alternatives for Their Packaging
Brands and consumers alike are becoming much more aware of the negative effects that plastics and plastic packaging have over the environment and human health. Taking that in mind, these companies have decided to change it up and adopt eco-friendly…
Bio-based Testing For Renewable Plastics
Plastic. It’s been the buzzword at the heart of waste reduction strategies for years, with regulations around the world working to reduce production, use and disposal of the material in both domestic and industrial settings. As well as limiting the…
Commentary: 3 Million Trees And Roof-top Gardens: European Cities Make Green Pledge
In Europe thirty-one major cities, including London, Barcelona and Milan, signed a declaration committing to invest in green spaces like rooftop gardens and fighting the effects of climate change by planting trees. Reference: https://waste-management-world.com/a/a-circular-economy-model-in-zimbabwe-requires-a-public-shift-in-attitude