Environmental sustainability
Research from King Faisal University sheds light on the complex relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and the environment, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts of AI on carbon emissions. The study, published in SAGE Open in 2025, used a unique methodology to analyze the asymmetric impact of AI on
Environmental sustainability
The pharma packaging industry in India is witnessing a paradigm shift towards sustainability, digitalisation, and patient-focused solutions. To ensure that medicines remain safe and the environment is protected, companies are transitioning to bioplastics, paper-based, and wood-based bio-PET alternatives, reducing reliance on petroleum-based plastics and lowering carbon footprints. The industry is
Environmental sustainability
Climate change-driven stewardship of mine tailings is crucial for sustainable mining operations. Researchers from the University of Nigeria conducted a study to evaluate the physical and socio-environmental opportunities and risks associated with managing unsaturated mine tailings. The study found that enhanced precipitation, hot extreme temperatures, and degradation of permafrost can
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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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Research on sustainability research has shown that industrialized countries are shifting towards circular economy production models, which prioritize reducing waste and promoting reuse and recycling. However, retail supply chains are still largely based on the linear "take-make-consume-dispose" model, which is unsustainable due to unbalanced energy consumption and waste
Environmental sustainability
A recent study published in the SAGE Open journal has explored the relationship between accounting strategic management and financial performance in sustainable construction business organizations in Thailand. The research, conducted by Kasama Kasorn and colleagues from Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, aimed to investigate the causal factors influencing accounting strategic management
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Sustainable innovation has been identified as a crucial component in enhancing the link between green supply chain management practices and corporate reputation, particularly in emerging markets. A recent study from Al-Quds University has shed light on the mediating role of sustainable innovation in this relationship, emphasizing the need for managers
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Researchers at the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education have made a significant breakthrough in particleboard production, exploring the use of recycled and renewable materials to mitigate environmental concerns. The study focused on incorporating recycled plywood, particleboard waste, and alternatives such as Eucalyptus to create sustainable particleboards. The research
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at the Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology in Tanzania have investigated the feasibility of using recycled plastic waste in the production of plastic-sand paving blocks as a sustainable construction material. The study found that a mix ratio of 40% plastic to 60% sand offers the best performance, making
Environmental sustainability
A new study published in Discover Sustainability has shed light on the significant impact of land use and land cover changes on soil erosion in the Gimbora river catchment of Ethiopia. Using Landsat images from 1994, 2009, and 2024, researchers from Wollo University found that agricultural land, settlement, and riverbed
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Researchers at Chandigarh University have made a significant contribution to sustainability research by investigating the application of blockchain technology in sustainable construction procurement management (SCPM). According to the study, blockchain technology has the potential to enhance SCPM by providing a secure, transparent, and efficient platform for stakeholders to collaborate. The
Environmental sustainability
Sustainability researchers at Western University in London, Canada, have conducted a comprehensive study on the closed-loop recycling of cathode materials from spent lithium-ion batteries. The investigation, supported by the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada, the Multi-partner Research Initiative, and Natural Resources Canada, aims to evaluate the environmental
