Climate change
Terminal lakes in arid northwestern China, including Lake Chaiwopu, are facing significant challenges due to climate change and intensive groundwater exploitation. This study, conducted by researchers from Xinjiang University, has shed light on the mechanisms of salinity accumulation in these lakes from 2008 to 2023. The research found that total
Climate change
Researchers at Bursa Uludag University in Turkiye have made a significant discovery in the field of life sciences, accelerating the breeding of high-yielding and nutritionally superior silage maize hybrids. The study, published in PeerJ, demonstrates the effectiveness of doubled haploid (DH) technology in producing fully homozygous pure lines, leading to
Climate change
Research conducted at the National University of Singapore has focused on creating a climate-responsive retrofitting strategy for elderly housing, specifically targeting the challenges posed by aging populations and climate change in China. The study's objective was to develop a simulation-optimization framework that balances energy consumption, thermal comfort, and
Climate change
A new study has introduced an optimization tool designed to assist energy system designers in selecting the most efficient heating options for retrofitting buildings, while also enabling decision-makers to understand the financial and environmental implications of various solutions. The research highlights the importance of building energy system retrofits in reducing
Air pollution
Researchers at the University of Porto have conducted a comprehensive review of the potential of Wave Energy Converters (WECs) integrated into breakwaters as a promising approach to enhance coastal resilience while generating renewable electricity from waves. The study, funded by Fundacao para a Ciencia e a Tecnologia (FCT), identified the
Climate change
Research conducted at the National University of Singapore has focused on creating a climate-responsive retrofitting strategy for elderly housing, specifically targeting the challenges posed by aging populations and climate change in China. The study's objective was to develop a simulation-optimization framework that balances energy consumption, thermal comfort, and
Carbonates
Marine organisms, particularly coral reefs, are vulnerable to the effects of climate change, which can impair their ability to produce calcium carbonate. To counter this, researchers explored the potential of low-voltage electric stimulation to enhance calcification in species like Amphistegina lobifera, a type of marine foraminifera. Funded by the German
Climate change
Nations are preparing for the UN climate summit COP30 in Brazil, but New Zealand has yet to submit an update on its emissions-reduction plan, leaving many questioning its commitment to climate action. The country's lack of ambition is not only affecting its reputation globally but also undermining its
Climate change
Research into stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) as a means of countering anthropogenic climate change has been hindered by engineering and logistical concerns. The proposed use of reflective aerosols in the upper atmosphere to limit incoming sunlight has been shown to have limitations when considering practical constraints such as microphysical, geopolitical,
Climate change
High Peak Borough Council will start collecting food waste on a weekly basis next spring, following changes in legislation requiring all councils to provide a weekly food waste collection service. The council will also introduce a paid-for garden waste collection service that residents can opt-in to for a small annual
Climate change
A new study has been published on Machine Learning and its application in accurately estimating terrestrial evapotranspiration. Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a novel approach to estimate evapotranspiration using remote sensing techniques, offering significant insights for global scale estimation. Key Takeaways: * Two SIF-driven coupled ET models,
Climate change
Vietnam's tourism industry is undergoing a significant transformation to address the challenges of climate change and intense global competition. The government has recognized the need for a sustainable and adaptable tourism sector, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation and green transition as two strategic pillars. The country'
