All the latest sustainability news for the water, sanitation and drainage sector
In the heart of Zurich, a silent battle is being waged against the relentless march of urban heat. As cities around the world grapple with rising temperatures, a groundbreaking study published in npj Urban Sustainability, the English translation of t
Zurich’s Urban Heat Battle: Trees and Soil Moisture’s Cooling Dance Read More »
In the heart of Bangkok, a city pulsating with life and growth, a silent revolution is underway. Researchers are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to map and understand the city’s blue and green infrastructures, paving the way for smart
AI Maps Bangkok’s Green and Blue for Smarter Urban Future Read More »
In the heart of Pakistan, Lahore is on the brink of a monumental transformation. By 2030, this UNESCO-recognized city is expected to leap from the sixth to the third fastest-growing urban center globally. This rapid expansion, while a testament to La
Lahore’s Rapid Urban Growth Threatens Eco-Heritage Read More »
In the heart of Guyana, a groundbreaking study is reshaping how we understand and protect coastal agroecological zones, with profound implications for the energy sector and beyond. Led by Esan Ayeni Hamer from the Department of Geography at the Unive
Guyana’s Coastal Rice Zones Get Tech Boost for Climate Resilience Read More »
In the heart of Tamil Nadu, India, researchers are transforming the way we think about waste and water treatment. Paul Sebastian Selvaraj, a scientist at the Agricultural College and Research Institute, part of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, has
Tamil Nadu Scientists Turn Waste into Water and Energy Gold Read More »
In the heart of China, the Chengdu Plain Economic Zone (CPEZ) is undergoing a green revolution, and new research is shedding light on the driving forces behind this transformation. A study led by Li Ma from the Engineering Research Center of Rural En
Chengdu Plain’s Green Shift: Energy and Water Drivers Revealed Read More »
In the heart of South Ethiopia, the Sala watershed is facing a silent yet formidable enemy: soil erosion. This environmental challenge is not just a local concern but a critical issue that could reshape the landscape of agricultural sustainability an
Soil Erosion Threatens Ethiopia’s Sala Watershed’s Future Read More »
In the heart of Tamil Nadu, the city of Vellore is grappling with a silent crisis that threatens its urban lakes, vital ecosystems that provide ecological, social, and economic benefits. A recent study published in the journal ‘Frontiers in Water’ (t
Vellore’s Lakes in Crisis: Urban Heat and Land Use Threaten Water Quality Read More »
In the bustling world of wastewater treatment, a new player has emerged, and it’s not what you might expect: caffeine. A recent study led by Angelika Skorupa from the Faculty of Infrastructure and Environmental Engineering at Czestochowa University o
Caffeine’s Surprising Role in Wastewater Treatment Breakthroughs Read More »
In the heart of China’s Greater Bay Area, a battle is unfolding between urban development and natural hydrology. As cities expand, the delicate balance of water flow, infiltration, and evaporation is disrupted, posing significant challenges for water
China’s Greater Bay Area: Urban Growth vs. Water Balance Read More »
