All the latest sustainability news for the water, sanitation and drainage sector
In a groundbreaking study that marries sustainability with industrial innovation, researchers have discovered a novel use for waste tire rubber that could significantly impact the energy sector. The research, led by Mortadha Alsaba of the Petroleum E
Waste Tires Revolutionize Drilling Fluids: A Sustainable Energy Breakthrough Read More »
In the heart of Chennai, India, a critical battle against urban flooding is unfolding, and a recent study published in *Nature Environment and Pollution Technology* (translated as *Nature, Environment, and Pollution Technology*) is shedding new light
Chennai’s Flood Fight: GIS and AHP Map Urban Water Woes Read More »
In the quest for sustainable solutions to tackle agro-industrial wastewater pollution, a trio of researchers has turned to an unlikely ally: duckweed. Shweta Surendra Chikhale, Girish R. Pathade, and Wasim R. Bagwan, have published a comprehensive re
Duckweed: Nature’s Ally in Circular Economy Wastewater Solutions Read More »
In a significant stride towards mitigating environmental pollution, researchers have highlighted the potential of cellulose-based materials as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics. The study, led by B. S. Ojelade, R. I. Nethanani, an
Cellulose Emerges as Eco-Friendly Plastic Alternative Read More »
In the heart of Mexico, a community nestled in the Lomas del Centinela informal settlement is shedding light on a global challenge: how to study and improve living conditions in informal urban areas. A recent study published in the journal ‘npj Urban
Mexico Settlement Study Lights Path for Sustainable Urban Energy Solutions Read More »
In the heart of Limpopo province, South Africa, the Grootegeluk coal mine is not just a hub of energy production but also a site of significant environmental transformation. A recent study, led by Nothando Boikanyo Dhlongolo from the School of Geogra
AI Unveils Grootegeluk Mine’s Environmental Shift: Study Predicts Future Land Changes Read More »
In a significant stride towards a more sustainable future, researchers have demonstrated that upcycling post-consumer expanded polystyrene (EPS) can substantially reduce environmental impacts, offering promising implications for industries ranging fr
Upcycling EPS Waste Cuts Environmental Impact by 45%, Study Finds Read More »
In the face of escalating climate challenges, the Mediterranean region is turning to an unexpected ally: ancient hydro-technologies. A recent article published in *Blue Papers* (translated from Spanish as *Blue Papers*), authored by Jordi Morató, exp
Ancient Hydro-Tech Revives Mediterranean Water Resilience Read More »
In the heart of Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa, the Fairview community grapples with a perennial challenge: water scarcity. Yet, a recent study published in ‘Frontiers in Water’ (translated as ‘Frontiers in Water’) reveals that this challenge also pres
Fairview’s Water Scarcity Sparks Innovation and Community Action Read More »
In the heart of Burkina Faso, where the sun beats down relentlessly and rains are increasingly unpredictable, farmers are feeling the heat—literally and figuratively. A recent study published in *VertigO*—which translates to “Vertigo”—sheds light on
