Environmental sustainability
Eni, an Italian multinational oil and gas company, has made significant strides in Mozambique through its commitment to sustainable growth and development. The company presented its second sustainability report, 'Juntos Crescemos 2024', at the Mozambique Gas Summit & Exhibition, highlighting its achievements in the country. Eni's
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Researchers from Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology have developed a novel multi-objective scheduling optimization model tailored to the specific characteristics of highway construction. The model combines heterogeneous construction machinery and optimally allocates construction shifts, providing a balanced approach to project duration, cost, and carbon emissions. The study aims
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Researchers from the Beijing University of Technology have developed a digital twin model to analyze the influencing factors of carbon emissions in construction processes. The study, financially supported by the Beijing Municipal Social Science Foundation, has presented a systematic conceptual model that guides the development of carbon emission simulation models
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Research conducted at Hong Kong Polytechnic University has shed light on the effects of extreme weather conditions and climate change on the energy efficiency and carbon emissions of chiller systems in commercial buildings in subtropical climates. The study aimed to assess the impact of these conditions on energy usage, efficiency,
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Croatia has made significant strides in balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility, with Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic highlighting the country's achievements in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals. At EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Croatia showcased its commitment to innovation, economy, and sustainability under the theme "Croatia - Climate
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Saudi Arabia has introduced new rules for packaging and labeling of fruits and vegetables sold in local markets, aiming to ensure food safety, enhance environmental sustainability, and align with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 transformation agenda. The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) issued the regulations on September
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The global energy efficient construction market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing global emphasis on climate change mitigation, rising energy costs, and strict regulatory frameworks mandating energy efficiency in new and existing buildings. The market refers to the industry focused on designing, building, and renovating structures to minimize energy
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Stratasys Ltd. has released its fourth annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Report, showcasing significant progress in its Mindful Manufacturingtm principles and reinforcing its leadership role in advancing sustainable, next-generation manufacturing. A centerpiece of the 2024 report is the company's first-ever year-over-year Scope 3 greenhouse gas
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A groundbreaking report highlights the crucial need to revolutionize maize production through breeding and planting semi-dwarf varieties. The research, published in Molecular Plant, underscores the limitations of the Green Revolution's focus on nitrogen-intensive and high-density planting, which has compromised maize yields and sustainability. By introducing architectural optimization and
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Researchers at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember in Surabaya, Indonesia, have developed a sustainable alternative to military-grade propellants. The team, led by Bayu Hanif Priambodo, created a method to extract high-purity a-cellulose from the invasive aquatic plant water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes). This cellulose can be used to produce nitrocellulose (NC), a
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Research conducted at Sungkyunkwan University in Suwon, South Korea, has emphasized the importance of carbon reduction in the construction industry, which accounts for a significant portion of global carbon emissions. The study focuses on eco-friendly construction methods, such as 3D printing and prefabricated construction, and explores the use of biomass-derived
Environmental sustainability
Recent research from Pusan National University has shed light on the potential of wood-based substrates in the production of laser-induced graphene (LIG). The study, funded by the Korean Government and the Korea Basic Science Institute, has demonstrated the feasibility of using these environmentally friendly materials in the synthesis of LIG.
