Chocolate made with fewer calories, less waste
“Whole fruit chocolate” uses cocoa pulp and inner shell in lieu of sugar. Enlarge (credit: YelenaYemchuk) Commercialization has not dealt kindly with the Mayan Food of the Gods. Modern chocolate products are filled w.....»»
Salvaging rare earth elements from electronic waste
Manufacturers rely on rare earth elements, like neodymium, to create strong magnets used in motors for electronics including hybrid cars, aircraft generators, loudspeakers, hard drives and in-ear headphones. But mineral deposits containing neodymium.....»»
E-waste in Eastern Europe/Caucasus/Central Asia jumps ~50% in a decade. Just 3.2% collected, treated
Electronic waste generated in the Commonwealth of Independent States + Georgia rose by 50% between 2010 and 2019, roughly the world average, but overall just 3.2% was collected and safely managed, well below the 17.4% average worldwide, according to.....»»
A new way to generate electricity from waste heat: Using an antiferromagnet for solid devices
Forcing electrons to flow perpendicularly to a heat flow requires an external magnetic field—this is known as the Nernst effect. In a permanently magnetized material (a ferromagnet), an anomalous Nernst effect (ANE) exists that can generate electri.....»»
New process breaks bulk metal into atoms for sustainable catalyst production
Scientists have discovered a new process to break bulk metal into atoms to produce heterogeneous catalysts without any chemical waste, which will lead to new sustainable ways of making and using molecules in the most atom-efficient way......»»
Heat flow controls the movement of skyrmions in an insulating magnet
Tiny amounts of heat can be used to control the movement of magnetic whirlpools called skyrmions, RIKEN physicists have shown. This ability could help to develop energy-efficient forms of computing that harness waste heat......»»
Reducing Emissions by Reducing Agricultural Waste - Starting with Apple-Monitoring Tech
Three years ago Strella Biotechnology launched to "try to reduce waste in the U.S. food system — a problem that by some estimates creates as much emissions as 33 million passenger vehicles," reports the Washington Post. Alternate URL here and h.....»»
Chemistry breakthrough leads way to more sustainable pharmaceuticals
Chemistry researchers have developed a new method using blue light to create pharmaceuticals in a more sustainable way, significantly reducing the amount of energy needed and the chemical waste created in the manufacture process......»»
RainStick recycles your water while you shower to reduce waste and energy
The RainStick Wi-Fi-enabled smart shower can save up to 80% on water and energy use thanks to its unique way of recycling and cleaning water......»»
Five ways to cut down on food waste, and why it matters
When people think about ways to help the environment, encourage biodiversity and decrease greenhouse gases, they don't usually think about the impact of food waste. And yet food waste is responsible for up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. P.....»»
Chemistry breakthrough leads way to more sustainable pharmaceuticals
Chemistry researchers at the University of Bath have developed a new method using blue light to create pharmaceuticals in a more sustainable way, significantly reducing the amount of energy needed and the chemical waste created in the manufacture pro.....»»
A wild strawberry aroma for foods—from a fungus growing on fruit waste
The wild strawberry is even more highly prized than its store-bought cousin because of its intense aroma and uniquely sweet taste. However, they're hard to find in the wild, so some companies make synthetic versions of this flavor. Now, researchers r.....»»
Keeping chocolate milk smooth, stable without carrageenan
Fat-free chocolate milk processed for the first time with high-pressure jet technology exhibits enhanced viscosity, stabilizing cocoa particles in the fluid and eliminating the need for adding a controversial emulsifier. That's the conclusion of a te.....»»
Don"t waste time fishing a dry spot. fish finder!
A good old-fashioned fishing trip is great and all, but sometimes it gets old after you've gone a few hours with no bites. Take the guesswork out of fishing and use fish finding technology to improve your chances of a guaranteed catch. The top-notch.....»»
CO2 separation by special membranes
Worldwide, CO2-emissions must be reduced drastically and one way is separation of CO2 from industrial waste streams. These membranes do not function properly at high pressure conditions however. Chemical engineer Menno Houben found the cause and opti.....»»
The best multiplayer games on the Xbox Series X
Don't waste your time and money on boring games. Check out this list of the best multiplayer games for the Xbox Series X you and your friends should jump into......»»
New study pinpoints likely path of COVID-related plastic waste in the ocean
Researchers use a new model to project where the surge of mismanaged medical waste will end up—including beaches, seabeds, and the Arctic Ocean......»»
New study pinpoints likely path of COVID-related plastic waste in the ocean
Around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased demand for single-use plastics such as face masks, gloves, and face shields. The resulting waste, some of which ends up in rivers and oceans, is intensifying pressure on an already out-o.....»»
How accurate is Fitbit"s calorie counting?
Most fitness trackers keep a fair number of the same stats: things like steps taken, distance traveled, and, of course, calories burned. But how accurate is the calorie counter on a Fitbit?The quick answer: Definitely not 100 percent accurate. The sl.....»»
Turning plastic grocery bags into sustainable fuel
More than 300 million tons of plastic waste are produced annually, which causes serious environmental issues because of plastic's life cycle and the difficulty of eliminating it......»»
Comparing photosynthetic differences between wild and domesticated rice
Millions of people in Asia are dependent on rice as a food source. Believed to have been domesticated as early as 6000 BCE, rice is an important source of calories globally. In a new study from the RIPE project, researchers compared domesticated rice.....»»