As clean drinking water continues to be a global challenge, Xatoms is introducing a novel solution: purifying water with light. The company’s advanced photocatalysts—minute, powder-like materials—are engineered to break down harmful contaminants like bacteria and pesticides. When exposed to sunlight or artificial light, these materials convert polluted water into safe drinking water, without requiring complex infrastructure.
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.
A study published in Global Change Biology has documented the largest sponge bleaching event ever recorded.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant partnership with the village of South Holland, Illinois, to expedite the replacement of lead water pipes to safeguard public …
In alignment with the UAE’s ‘Year of Sustainability ,’ the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, a part of Dubai Chambers, has unveiled a new ESG Label. Developed by the chamber’s Centre for Responsible …
Multifamily green financing is an essential tool in today’s real estate market. It encourages property owners to invest in energy and water efficiency improvements for multifamily buildings, such …
The Wildlife Trusts' recent publication, A vision for the return of beavers to England and Wales, has ignited discussions about the reintroduction of these industrious mammals. Beavers, known for …
Recent studies from the University of South Florida College of Marine Science have unveiled a concerning trend: South Florida's estuaries are warming at an alarming rate, outpacing both global ocean …
The recent completion of a $190 million C-PACE financing deal for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas marks a milestone in sustainable hotel infrastructure. It highlights a growing trend within the industry …
The waters off Grand Isle, Louisiana, are set to receive a boost thanks to a $500,000 donation from Todd Graves, the founder and owner of Raising Cane's. This contribution to the Coastal Conservation …
The U.S. EPA continues its push to eliminate lead exposure risks by collaborating with local, state, and federal partners in New London, Connecticut. The city has received nearly $7 million from the …
ASN Impact Investors, a Netherlands-based impact investment firm, has joined the growing trend in the investment community and divested from all its holdings in the clothing industry, amounting to …
As cities grapple with aging infrastructure and climate change, urban planners and utilities are facing difficult decisions about how to protect communities from flooding and pollution. A recent …
In a new study published in Nature Sustainability, researchers have uncovered a powerful ally in the fight against marine pathogens: seagrass. Seagrass ecosystems, long recognized for their role in …
Researchers at the University of Bath have developed an innovative method to remove hazardous perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water. This new technique, which utilizes …
The Great Barrier Reef, Earth's largest coral reef system and a UNESCO World Heritage site, faces an existential crisis due to unprecedented ocean warming. Recent research published in Nature reveals …
In a concerning trend for water utilities and public health officials, a recent study reveals that drought conditions are exacerbating drinking water contamination in California's Latino/a …
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. …
As extreme weather events unfortunately become more common, more media coverage is addressing the links between greenhouse gas emissions (GGEs) and climate instability. Curbing GGEs as quickly as …
In an inspiring move that blends football (soccer) with social impact, Lewes FC has announced a two-year partnership with Who Gives A Crap (WGAC), a certified B-Corp organization. This eco-friendly …