Environmental sustainability
The construction industry significantly impacts the environment, consuming 50% of natural resources and generating 20% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Investigators have published a new report on sustainability research, focusing on the challenges associated with managing construction and demolition (C&D) waste in developing countries. Financial support for
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) have conducted a comprehensive study on waste-to-energy (WtE) technologies for sustainable waste management in Thailand. The study investigated the environmental sustainability of three WtE technologies: anaerobic digestion, incineration, and a hybrid of incineration and anaerobic digestion. The findings indicate
Environmental sustainability
Research on sustainability has revealed a concerning issue in San Andres Island, where the only sanitary landfill has reached full capacity, holding over 500,000 tons of waste by 2024. With an annual generation of 250,000 tons of municipal solid waste, the island is struggling to find suitable waste
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the College of Engineering have published a new study on the development of sustainable concrete made from biomass and industrial by-products, demonstrating significant improvements in mechanical strength and thermal durability. The study, entitled "Black Magic for Concrete: Using Biomass and Industrial By-products To Create Innovative Sustainable Construction
Environmental sustainability
The construction industry accounts for approximately 39% of global carbon emissions, making it a critical sector for sustainability efforts. A recent systematic literature review, supported by the University of Melbourne, investigated the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in driving construction automation, sustainability, and operational efficiency. The review highlighted key
Environmental sustainability
A team of researchers at the University of Messina has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of sustainability research. By investigating the potential of geopolymers, a type of material produced from waste materials such as cement, brick, and glass, the team has demonstrated the possibility of transforming waste into
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the Harbin Institute of Technology have discovered a groundbreaking method for recycling shield soil dreg waste into green cementitious material for ultra-high performance concrete, promoting solid waste management and sustainable construction. The development of this innovative solution aims to reduce the environmental impact of large-scale urban underground space
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at the Autonomous University of Yucatan, Mexico, have highlighted the potential of microbial fuel cells (MFCs) in generating electrical energy while reducing the environmental impacts of conventional energy sources and urbanization. The study reveals that MFCs have undergone significant advancements in recent years, with the development of innovative materials
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the University of Novi Sad have explored the valorization of date seeds into functional biochar for the adsorption of emerging pesticides from contaminated wastewater. This study demonstrates the potential of date seed biochar as a sustainable, low-cost, and efficient solution for mitigating pesticide pollution in wastewater treatment systems.
Environmental sustainability
Pharmaceutical waste has become a significant environmental concern globally due to its potential harm to the environment and public health. Unused medications disposed of in sinks or toilets can end up in sewage systems and contaminate waterways. A recent study from the School of Biosciences and Technology in Tamil Nadu,
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the Department of Biotechnologies in India have published a study on the need for a new approach in treating complex wastewater pollutants. The existing conventional methods of wastewater treatment, such as adsorption and photolysis, are not feasible on a large scale and are ineffective in removing next-generation pollutants
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia have made significant findings in a study on the use of treated wastewater (TWW) and phosphorus fertilizers for crop nutrition in calcareous soils. The study aimed to assess the effects of TWW and tap water (TW) irrigation, combined with varying rates
