Pollution control
A recent study published in the Journal of Discover Global Society has found a significant positive correlation between the presence of women on corporate boards and carbon emission disclosure practices. The research, conducted by Afifah Ma'wa and Doddy Setiawan at Universitas Sebelas Maret, analyzed data from 765 observations
Pollution control
According to a recent study published in the SAGE Open journal, China's "Made in China 2025" policy has resulted in a significant reduction in pollution and environmental burden across the country. The policy, launched in 2015, aimed to upgrade China's manufacturing capabilities and transform
Global warming
According to a recent study, the development of financial sectors in BRICS countries has a complex relationship with carbon dioxide emissions associated with power sectors. While financial sector development tends to increase emissions in the short-term, it also has a mitigating effect when combined with natural resource dependency. The study
Environmental sustainability
Pakistan's environmental sustainability is significantly challenged by its severe water crisis, air pollution, and the impacts of climate change. The country is highly vulnerable to extreme weather events like floods and droughts, straining its land and forests. To address these concerns, the government has initiated various measures, including
Environmental sustainability
Research from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has made significant strides in the production of sustainable ammonia using electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR). A novel Cu14(dppy)7(dmbt)3 nanocluster, supported on graphene, has been synthesized and tested as a high-efficiency ENRR catalyst. This breakthrough has the potential to
Environmental sustainability
Researchers from the University of Johannesburg have been investigating the potential of waste foundry sand (WFS) as a sustainable alternative to natural sand in the construction industry. Their study, published in the journal Construction Materials, identified WFS as a promising candidate for reducing the depletion of natural sand resources, which
Environmental sustainability
Researchers have conducted a study to investigate the impact of intellectual capital on business sustainability in small-medium enterprises (SMEs) in Pakistan. The study found that human capital, structural capital, and relational capital have a positive relationship with business sustainability, and green business innovation mediates these relationships. Sustainable leadership acts as
Environmental sustainability
Researchers have made significant strides in developing sustainable 3D-printed geopolymer concrete, highlighting its potential as a low-carbon, eco-efficient alternative to traditional construction materials. This review presents a comprehensive assessment of the technology, exploring its design flexibility, environmental impact, and construction efficiency. The study, funded by the Deanship of Research and
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at Umm Al-Qura University in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, have developed a hybrid model combining machine learning and theoretical approaches to study the trade-off between the lifetime of machined materials and energy consumption in ultrasonic assisted milling (UAM) process. The study focused on cutting Inconel 718, a challenging material for
Environmental sustainability
Research conducted by researchers from Mae Fah Luang University has shown that economic growth in ASEAN countries is linked to an increased ecological footprint. The study, which analyzed data from 1993 to 2017, used various panel econometric techniques to examine the relationship between economic growth, energy consumption, the shadow economy,
Environmental sustainability
Investigations into developing sustainable building materials have led to significant advancements in recent years. In a breakthrough study from University Sains Malaysia, researchers have successfully created a sustainable foam mortar made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste, showcasing its potential to enhance thermal insulation and promote circular economy practices. This
Environmental sustainability
A new research study from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea examines the potential of medical waste ash (MWA) as a supplementary cementitious material in construction. MWA, a byproduct of incinerating biomedical waste, poses environmental risks if not properly treated, but research suggests it can be upcycled into construction materials, offering
