Ocean us, a newly established global foundation, launched this week with an ambitious plan to rejuvenate the world’s depleted oceans. The foundation highlights that conservation alone is …
Fishing practices, particularly those targeting Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) in the northern Baltic Sea, have long been known to influence the species’ life-history traits, including age at …
Indonesia, a nation abundant in natural resources, harnesses its water potential to drive development and ensure sustainable growth. President Joko Widodo’s address at the 10th World Water Forum in …
The EPA has taken action against PotlatchDeltic Land & Lumber, LLC, based in St. Maries, Idaho, for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act. The company will pay a fine of $225,000 as part of …
Beer breweries discard thousands of tons of surplus yeast each year. MIT and Georgia Tech researchers have discovered an innovative way to repurpose this waste: using yeast to absorb lead from …
When Microsoft pledged four years ago to remove more carbon than it emits by the decade’s end, it was one of the most ambitious and comprehensive plans to tackle climate change. Now, the software …
NASA has selected four innovative proposals for concept studies aimed at advancing our understanding of critical Earth science areas, including greenhouse gases, the ozone layer, ocean surface …
The Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), has spearheaded the development of the Yangtze River Simulator. This innovative …
PFAS Contamination in the Great Lakes: A Growing Concern PFAS, the forever chemicals, present a persistent environmental challenge. Known for their stability and resistance to degradation, PFAS …
Engineers from the UK have developed groundbreaking technology that could transform the availability of sanitized drinking water for millions worldwide. Many homes, businesses, and tourist …
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports that the fourth global coral bleaching event on record is underway, with unprecedented marine heatwaves affecting the Atlantic, …
The alarming expansion of a northern hydrilla subspecies outside the Connecticut River is raising significant concerns. This aggressive aquatic weed, considered among the “world’s worst,” is …
On August 17, 2024, Indonesia will undergo a significant transformation. Jakarta will relinquish its title as the nation’s capital, a role it has held for decades. In a historic move coinciding …
Climeworks has commenced operations at its largest direct air capture and storage (DAC+S) plant to date, dubbed ‘Mammoth,’ in Iceland. This facility, which is about ten times larger than its …
As global metal demand increases, the attention on deep-sea mineral resources intensifies. Seafloor massive sulfide (SMS) deposits along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge are gaining economic interest for their …
Oil palm plantations are transforming landscapes globally at an alarming rate, particularly in regions like West Papua, home to the world’s third-largest tropical rainforest. A new …
Asahi Kasei, a leading Japanese technology firm, is celebrating the commencement of its multi-module hydrogen pilot plant in Kawasaki, Japan. This significant development marks a step forward in the …
Recent research spearheaded by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, in collaboration with the University of Toronto, estimates that up to 11 million metric tons of plastic pollution …
Highlighting Indigenous Knowledge Systems The Canadian government has released For Our Future: Indigenous Resilience Report , an assessment rooted in Indigenous knowledge, perspectives, and …
As Brazil’s southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul boasts a rich tapestry of cultural history and geographical diversity. It is bordered by Santa Catarina, the Atlantic Ocean, Uruguay, and several …