In 10 seconds? Much maligned CO2 can also be a force for good. Researchers have created a molecular process involving this greenhouse gas to produce extra food helping to meet our growing global population's needs. What’s the...
In 10 seconds? Scientists demonstrated that biochar, a type of charcoal, applied to soils can reduce nitrous oxide emissions by up to 73%, and ammonium leaching by up to 94% in soil. This is an important discovery at a time when t...
In 10 seconds? Increasing and restoring whale populations could help fight climate change and conservation. A recent (2022) paper has added to the research evidence about whales’ carbon capture potential. What’s the story? It’s n...
In 10 seconds? Scientists have found a way to turn microorganisms into mini-factories that help fight climate change while producing useful chemicals and fuels. What’s the story? Research teams have shown that by tweaking enzymes...
In 10 seconds? A new method of creating starch artificially – and much faster than in plants – can help lower the environmental impact of agriculture, save money and recycle CO2, a new study has found. Wow, what’s the discovery?...
In 10 seconds? Just like trees, seaweed uses photosynthesis to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into more seaweed. Using huge amounts of CO2 in the process, seaweed grows extremely fast and is a potential candidate for carbon sequestr...
New research has shown big reductions in carbon emissions over 10 years in 18 developed countries. The falls were the result of extensive policies encouraging decarbonisation and a drop in energy use, which offer a model for the r...
Researchers have discovered an enzyme that can help yield more bioethanol from an organic waste material, saving land for food production and making green fuels cheaper. In 10 seconds? Here’s an exciting find: an enzyme generated...
With the discovery of a Mexico-sized plastic patch floating in the South Pacific in 2017, researchers offer new innovations for our urgent fight for waste reduction. In 10 seconds? Research is leading a multi-front attack on plas...