Air pollution
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is accepting applications for the Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology Grant Program from September 15 to October 24, 2025. This program aims to reduce air pollution and address climate change by supporting the transition of fleet vehicles to low-emission and zero-emission options.
Air pollution
A recent study published by researchers at Hohai University has highlighted the significant role of methane emissions from agricultural drainage ditches in coastal reclamation areas in exacerbating global climate change. The research, which has been peer-reviewed, emphasizes the importance of understanding the mechanisms of methane production, oxidation, and emission in
Air pollution
Researchers at Tianjin University have conducted a comprehensive study on the global drivers of dissolved nitrogen dynamics in aquatic ecosystems, highlighting the impact of environmental factors on nitrogen concentrations. The study, which analyzed 706 lake and 1061 river samples, found that nitrogen concentrations in Asia and North America were significantly
Air pollution
Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, presents a significant challenge in mitigating climate change, particularly in the oil and gas supply chain. A new report by the Chinese Academy of Sciences highlights the prevalence of methane emissions across all segments of the supply chain, from production to distribution. The research emphasizes
Air pollution
The US dairy industry has set a goal of achieving greenhouse gas (GHG) neutrality by mid-century, requiring the implementation of multiple strategies for mitigating and offsetting GHG production. A recent study has evaluated various animal feeding, manure handling, cropping, and energy-saving strategies to quantify their potential for reducing the farmgate
Air pollution
Research from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences has led to the development of advanced air quality assessment methods and artificial intelligence (AI) models, leveraging China's extensive air quality monitoring data. The study aims to utilize the vast air monitoring data more effectively by training extensive air
Air pollution
Research conducted in Europe suggests that incorporating a diverse range of plant and animal species into one's diet can have numerous benefits for both human health and the environment. According to a study published in the journal Nature Food, dietary diversity is positively associated with probability of adequate
Air pollution
A recent study conducted at Wenzhou University in Zhejiang, China, has highlighted the risks associated with antibiotic contamination in wastewater. The research aimed to investigate the effects of antibiotics on nitrogen removal and greenhouse gas emissions in benthic fauna-enhanced constructed wetlands. The study found that antibiotics significantly increased effluent nitrogen
Air pollution
Researchers at LMU Munich's Department of Statistics have published a new study on sustainability research, emphasizing the need for reliable greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data to address the climate crisis. According to the study, existing datasets are often fragmented, inconsistent, and lack transparent methodologies, making it difficult to
Climate change
As the world's population grows, demand for beef is expected to rise, further exacerbating the devastating effects of the beef industry on the environment and climate change. Beef production is a significant driver of deforestation, accounting for nearly 80% of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest, and the cows
Natural resources
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it will no longer collect and publish annual greenhouse gas emissions from factories, refineries, and other facilities, violating a 15-year-old congressional requirement that left Americans in the dark about the worst-polluting facilities in the nation. This decision follows the EPA&
Climate change
As part of its effort to combat climate change, the Canadian government has announced an $85.5 million investment in the Green Municipal Fund's Sustainable Affordable Housing stream. This initiative will support 21 capital and pilot projects, as well as planning and feasibility studies, aimed at creating energy-efficient,
