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Researchers from Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University in Raipur, India, have made significant discoveries in the field of biotechnology, highlighting the potential of microorganisms to sequester carbon dioxide and produce high-quality single-cell protein (SCP). This innovative method has been identified as a promising solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while providing
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Researchers at the University of Bahrain have presented a groundbreaking study on climate change, highlighting the crucial role of smart cities in reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The study focuses on creating models that correlate CO2 emissions with installed power plant capacity and energy production. By integrating technology and sustainable
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Researchers at the University of Texas Dallas have made a significant breakthrough in estimating inhaled concentrations of carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and nitric oxide using advanced biometric sensors. The study, funded by the US Army, EPA, and other organizations, demonstrates the potential of using the human body as a sensor
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Researchers at the National Research Council of Canada have made a significant discovery in the field of carbon capture technology, utilizing nanocrystals to improve the performance of membranes used in carbon dioxide capture. The team's innovative approach focuses on creating a novel defect-engineered ultrasmall cellulose nanocrystal (CNC)-templated
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Researchers at Princeton University have proposed a new approach to combating global warming by introducing absorptive aerosols into the upper stratosphere. This method, known as stratospheric aerosol injection, aims to weaken the carbon dioxide greenhouse effect by warming the level of carbon dioxide emission where outgoing longwave radiation is most
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Scientists at South China University of Technology have discovered a method to enhance the catalytic performance of cobalt oxide (Co3O4) towards the oxidation of butyl acetate (BA). By weakening the Co-O bond on the cobalt oxide surface, researchers have successfully promoted the catalytic oxidation of BA, which is a major
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Research published in Environment International has found that volatile organic compounds (VOCs) play a crucial role in the formation of ozone and particulate matter in China. The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the Beijing University of Technology, developed a 27 km-grid speciated VOC emission inventory for mainland
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Sohar Aluminium, the country's primary aluminium producer and a key player in Oman's sustainability ambitions, is accelerating its efforts to enhance energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support the country's broader sustainability targets. The company's drive towards operational excellence and environmental
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Fresh data on machine learning have been presented in a new report, which aims to assess and forecast air quality in Jabalpur city of Madhya Pradesh, India, using an artificial neural network (ANN). The study utilised historical air quality data from January 2019 to December 2023, including concentrations of criteria
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Researchers from Qatar University have proposed a sustainable and environmentally responsible method for ethylene production, a critical component in the petrochemical industry. The current steam cracking process relies heavily on fossil fuels and is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. A systematic approach to retrofitting the steam utility
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Research conducted by China Agricultural University, supported by the National Key Research & Development Program of China, highlights the urgent need for sustainable practices in the agri-food sector to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. The study examines the potential for crop processing by-products (CPBPs) to reduce environmental impact while generating social
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A new report has found that hydropower development in the Lancang-Mekong River Basin can be optimized to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. According to the research, over 100 reservoirs with high dams have been constructed or planned in the region over the past two decades, resulting in a basin-wide average carbon
