As sustainability becomes a priority for institutions worldwide, schools are increasingly emerging as leaders in environmental responsibility.
A recent closure of Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, has raised significant concerns about the safety of school environments after lead contamination was detected during a …
Rare earth elements (REEs) are critical to modern technology, found in everything from smartphones and flat-screen TVs to electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies like wind turbines. The …
The Mount Vernon Library Commons in Washington State is an ambitious, multifaceted project that reflects the evolving nature of urban development, where sustainability, community integration, and …
The findings reveal that while ice loss remains gradual through the 21st century, rapid melting is set to accelerate beyond 2100, especially in key areas of West Antarctica.
A groundbreaking study co-led by the University of Arizona and the Smithsonian has uncovered the most detailed record of Earth’s temperature changes across 485 million years, highlighting extreme variations closely tied to carbon dioxide levels.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $3.2 million in research grants to Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University to investigate PFAS contamination in agriculture. These studies will focus on understanding how PFAS chemicals accumulate in crops and livestock and explore innovative strategies for reducing exposure, ensuring the sustainability and health of farming communities nationwide.
As the business landscape evolves, so does the understanding of corporate ethics and integrity. In a recent conversation with Jessica Hunt, an expert in business ethics, Alison Taylor unpacked how …
Researchers at the University of Toronto are making significant strides in sustainable energy using artificial intelligence (AI) . Their groundbreaking work focuses on enhancing the efficiency of …
MIT engineers have unveiled a new, physics-based model for rotor aerodynamics that could revolutionize the design and operation of wind farms. The model addresses long-standing challenges in …
As climate change accelerates, the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events have become a growing concern for public health officials. Europe, a region with an aging population and varying …
In a celebratory gathering on August 22, Mississippi State University (MSU) marked a milestone in the fight against global hunger and poverty: five years of success through the Feed the Future …
The industrial sector in the United States is responsible for approximately one-third of the nation’s carbon dioxide emissions . This level surpasses the combined emissions of passenger vehicles, …
In a significant milestone for the future of the U.S. energy grid, scientists, legislators, and Department of Energy (DOE) officials gathered at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) to …
Nanoplastics, minute plastic particles ranging from 1 to 1,000 nanometers in size, are emerging as a significant environmental and health concern. To put their size in perspective, these particles …
A recent study conducted by the University of Surrey and the University of Aberdeen has shed new light on the environmental viability of vertical farming , particularly in the cultivation of lettuce. …
A study conducted by researchers at Brown University has provided a detailed record of temperature changes in the tropical Andes of South America, covering the past 16,000 years. This research offers …
Researchers at Oxford University’s Physics Department have significantly advanced solar technology, moving beyond the limitations of silicon-based solar panels . Their innovative approach involves …
As part of Michigan’s Clean School Bus grant program, Alpena Public Schools is one of 29 districts in the state to receive funding to replace diesel buses with those powered by electricity, …
A groundbreaking innovation hub at Sacramento State is set to transform California’s climate initiatives by supporting startup technology companies in the mobility sector. This hub will provide the …