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Sustainability Education Boosts Environmental Awareness and Civic Involvement Through Campus-Based Initiatives

A collaborative learning activity at the Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College in Coimbatore, India, has been found to significantly impact students' attributes, particularly research, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills, empowering them to work towards sustainability development goals. The study, which examined the impacts of campus-based learning activity on students'

Environmental sustainability

Research Reveals Challenges in Achieving Low-Carbon Development in China's Regional Transportation Industry

Chinese researchers at Beijing Jiaotong University have published a new study on sustainability research, highlighting the intricacies and expansion of China's transportation network structure. The study employed the super-efficiency SBM model and social network analysis to examine the formation of carbon emission networks in the country's

Environmental sustainability

Individual Actions Crucial for Achieving Sustainability Goals, Says Latest Research

Research from Bharathidasan University highlights the importance of individual actions in achieving sustainability goals, particularly in the face of global climate challenges. The study emphasized the significance of collective efforts to adopt energy-saving practices, which can lead to significant reductions in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The researchers investigated

Climate change

Minister Defends Climate Targets Amid A5 Road Project Criticisms

Minister Andrew Muir has reiterated his commitment to climate targets despite criticism from DUP MLA Deborah Erskine, who claimed they were "unachievable". The minister faced questioning over a ruling from Belfast High Court, which quashed the Executive's decision to proceed with the A5 road upgrade due

Climate change

Sustainability in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance: Reducing Environmental Impact

Researchers at the University of Toronto have emphasized the need for sustainability in cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR), a critical aspect of medical imaging that generates significant global greenhouse gas emissions. The study highlights the opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint of CMR operations and mitigate the effects of climate change.

Climate change

Integrated Urban-Rural Development Crucial for Curbing Land-Use Carbon Emission Intensity

Research published in Redai dili by scientists at Hunan Normal University demonstrates that integrated urban-rural development can significantly reduce land-use carbon emission intensity. The study, conducted in the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan urban agglomeration, analyzed the impact of urban-rural integration on land-use carbon emission intensity from 2005 to 2021 using the spatial Durbin

Climate change

The Inconvenient Truth About Climate Change and Natural Disasters

As the United States prepares for another storm season, the media and politicians often create a narrative that climate change is causing more frequent and intense natural disasters. However, the data do not support this claim. Meteorologists Joe D'Aleo and Roy W. Spencer have found that there is

Environmental sustainability

Sustainability-Oriented Framework for Life Cycle Environmental Cost Accounting in Prefabricated Steel Structures

Investigations into sustainable construction practices have shown that the building sector significantly contributes to global resource depletion and greenhouse gas emissions. Researchers have developed a novel assessment framework that integrates life cycle assessment, life cycle costing, and carbon financial optimization to evaluate the life cycle performance of prefabricated steel buildings

Environmental sustainability

Decarbonising Maritime Transport: The Role of Green Shipping Corridors in Making Sustainable Port-City Ecosystems

Research published by the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment highlights the crucial role of maritime green shipping corridors in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable port-city ecosystems. Investigating the innovative concept of maritime green shipping corridors, the study explores the transition to green shipping routes and

Climate change

Vietnam to Participate in CORSIA, Aiming to Mitigate Aviation Industry's Climate Impact

Vietnam's move to join the global effort to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector marks a significant step towards deeper integration and commitment to mitigating climate change. The country's participation in CORSIA, the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) programme for offsetting and reducing

Environmental sustainability

International Breweries Plc Commits to Environmental Sustainability with Circular Packaging and Community Initiatives

On the 2025 World Environment Day, International Breweries Plc (IBPLC) marked the occasion with a nationwide plastic cleanup drive initiative to enhance environmental sustainability. The company's efforts aimed at reducing plastic pollution in urban and semi-urban environments, while fostering environmental responsibility among residents. The activities were conducted under

Climate change

Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust Publishes Inaugural Green Finance Framework

Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust, a leading Canadian real estate investment trust, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by publishing its inaugural Green Finance Framework. This framework outlines eight eligible categories for investment, focusing on environmentally conscious projects such as green buildings, renewable energy, and sustainable water management. The