Category: Sustainability

Engineers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have made a significant breakthrough that could revolutionize low-cost renewable energy storage. They’ve developed a water-soluble chemical additive that dramatically enhances the performance of bromide aqueous flow batteries, a promising alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. “Bromide-based aqueous flow batteries are a promising solution, but there are many messy electrochemical…

In a landmark achievement that could revolutionize the photovoltaic industry, scientists led by Northwestern University have introduced a novel protective coating for perovskite solar cells. This advancement could substantially extend the operational life of these cells, making them viable for widespread practical applications. For years, perovskite solar cells have intrigued researchers because of their superior…

Hydrogen, often hailed as the clean fuel of the future, is rapidly gaining traction as a sustainable energy source. Despite its many benefits, hydrogen’s highly flammable nature poses significant risks. To mitigate these safety concerns, a team of researchers led by Yutaka Majima, a professor at the Institute of Science Tokyo, has developed a revolutionary…

Researchers at the University of Delaware have unveiled a groundbreaking method to tackle one of the often-overlooked sources of pollution: old tires. The new study, published in Nature Chemical Engineering, introduces a process that chemically converts harmful tire components into safe, reusable materials. The research team, led by Dion Vlachos, chair of UD’s Department of…

Researchers at the University of Limerick in Ireland have developed a groundbreaking technique for generating eco-friendly energy using organic crystals, a significant advancement with the potential to revolutionize consumer electronics and medical devices. The innovative method, pioneered by the Actuate Lab in the university’s Department of Chemical Sciences and Bernal Institute, involves growing organic crystals…

Scientists led by The Ohio State University have unveiled a groundbreaking method to transform carbon dioxide emissions into methane fuel, providing a promising pathway for sustainable energy production and climate change mitigation. Chemists have long sought effective ways to capture and convert CO2 — a major greenhouse gas contributing to global warming — into useful…

A team of researchers from Jilin University and NYU Abu Dhabi has developed a groundbreaking crystalline material that could revolutionize how we collect water from the atmosphere, a solution especially vital for arid regions facing water scarcity. Led by Pance Naumov, a professor of chemistry at NYUAD, the research brings forward “Janus crystals,” a new…

A new study, published in Communications – Earth & Environment, has revealed promising solutions for balancing water needs for energy and agriculture in the Peruvian Andes, with broad implications for similar regions worldwide. With hydropower being a critical source of low-carbon energy, the research highlights how coordinated efforts in land management could ensure sustainable energy…

A recent study published in the Journal of Marketing Research reveals that regulations banning single-use plastic bags continue to influence consumer behavior even after they are repealed — sometimes in unexpected ways. Co-authored by Hai Che, an associate professor of marketing at the University of California, Riverside, the study examined plastic bag policies in Austin…