All the latest sustainability news for the water, sanitation and drainage sector
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 »
In the heart of São Paulo State, Brazil, a groundbreaking framework is set to revolutionize how cities plan and implement urban green infrastructure (UGI). Developed by Leonardo Massato Nicacio Nomura, a researcher at São Paulo State University, this
Brazil’s AI-Driven Plan for Urban Green Spaces Read More »
In the quest for sustainable development, the tourism industry is emerging as a powerful ally, with new research shedding light on its potential to drive economic growth while preserving the environment. A groundbreaking study led by Payel Das from t
Sustainable Tourism: Powering Green Growth and Clean Energy Read More »
In the heart of Tehran, a city battling the relentless heat of the Middle East, a silent struggle is unfolding. Urban green spaces, the city’s natural air conditioners, are shrinking, and with them, the city’s ability to cool itself. But a new study,
Tehran’s Green Spaces Vanish, City’s Cooling at Risk Read More »
In the heart of Indonesia, Denpasar City faces an urgent challenge: managing flood risks exacerbated by rapid urbanization and climate change. But a groundbreaking study led by Tri Hayatining Pamungkas from Universitas Ngurah Rai offers a promising s
Denpasar’s Flood Fight: Infiltration Wells Revolutionize Urban Water Management Read More »
In the lush landscapes of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, a groundbreaking study is challenging conventional wisdom about soil and water conservation (SWC) and its impact on rural livelihoods. Led by Ildephonse Musafili, a researcher from the Depar
Rwanda’s Soil Study Reveals Surprising Income Divide Read More »
