Using electrified spatiotemporal heating to depolymerize plastics
A team of engineers and materials scientists affiliated with multiple institutions in the U.S., has developed a new way to depolymerize plastics using electrified spatiotemporal heating. In their paper, published in the journal Nature, the group desc.....»»
Researchers publish first harmonized exposure protocol for ecotoxicity testing of micro- and nano-plastics
Plastic pollution has become a significant environmental and human health issue at a global scale. Yet despite increasing concern over the harmful effects of micro- and nano-plastics (MNPs), no harmonized guidelines or protocols for their ecotoxicity.....»»
Study reveals relationship between spatiotemporal variations of freezing index and permafrost degradation
The freezing index (FI) is a crucial factor for calculating the temporal and spatial distribution of permafrost and the thickness of the active layer in a permafrost region. Understanding the variation in thermal conditions of the permafrost active l.....»»
September auto sales defy expectations
Auto sales were up in September and the third quarter as results were buoyed by Labor Day weekend shopping, new-vehicle inventory and robust demand for light trucks and electrified vehicles......»»
HYUNDAI-GENESIS: EVs deliver Q3 boost
Popularity of Hyundai and Genesis' crossover lineups coupled with the availability of electrified models helped boost September and second-quarter results......»»
iPhone wireless charging in BMWs causing overheating – not specific to iPhone 15
Multiple reports of problems with iPhone wireless charging in BMWs do not appear specific to the iPhone 15 line-up, but may be exacerbating existing heating issues which Apple says are most acute in the latest models. Some owners of BMW cars with.....»»
Scientists develop model to predict and simulate microplastic transport in South Australian waters
Australia has a big problem with plastic waste, with millions of tons of household and industrial plastics breaking down in landfill, rivers and the sea every year......»»
US adopts plan to phase out single-use plastics at national parks
The US government on Thursday announced plans to phase out single-use plastics on public lands, including the country's famous national parks, by 2032......»»
Portuguese youths sue 32 European governments at EU court in largest climate case ever
A little over three years ago, a group of Portuguese youths filed a legal action against 32 European governments to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) over what they say is a failure to adequately tackle global heating. Now, the Strasbourg cou.....»»
The Mysterious ‘Warming Hole’ in the Middle of the US
The world is rapidly heating. So why has the central US been weirdly cool compared to the rest of the country?.....»»
Investigating the role of greener plastics for Japan"s carbon neutral goals
Japan has a plastic problem. Thanks in part to an overabundance of packaging, the country is the second largest producer of plastic waste per capita......»»
Recycling plastic not enough, warns UN environment chief
With the production of plastic on the rise worldwide and creating ever more pollution, the UN environment chief warned that humanity cannot just recycle its way out of the mess, and she called for a total rethink about the way we use plastics......»»
Chameleon-inspired coating could cool and warm buildings through the seasons
As summer turns to fall, many people will be turning off the air conditioning and firing up heaters instead. But traditional heating and cooling systems are energy-intensive, and because they typically run on fossil fuels, they aren't sustainable. No.....»»
The Mysterious "Warming Hole" in the Middle of the US
The world is rapidly heating. So why has the central US been weirdly cool compared to the rest of the country?.....»»
Heating and cooling space habitats isn"t easy. One engineering team is developing a lighter, more efficient solution
China, India and the U.S. have all achieved landing on the moon in the 2020s......»»
Genetically modified bacteria found to break down plastics in saltwater
Researchers have genetically engineered a marine microorganism to break down plastic in salt water. Specifically, the modified organism can break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a plastic used in everything from water bottles to clothing that.....»»
Burning Body is Netflix’s latest foreign language hit show. Here’s why you should watch it
Burning Body is heating up the TV show chart on Netflix, and we're sharing the three burning reasons why you should watch Netflix's latest foreign hit......»»
Scientists create process to upcycle plastics into energy-storage liquids using light-emitting diodes
Scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have created a process that can upcycle most plastics into chemical ingredients useful for energy storage, using light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a commercially available cat.....»»
The Genesis Electrified GV70 is a truly luxurious electric SUV
It's quick, comfortable, and almost silent. And it fast-charges in 18 minutes. Enlarge / If luxury means having stuff that makes your life easier or more pleasant but which isn't absolutely necessary, then the Genesis Electrified.....»»
Fermentation processes for the production of biohydrogen as an alternative energy carrier
Hydrogen is considered a clean and efficient energy carrier that will have broad applications in the future—as a fuel for cars, buses, for houses heating, or as an energy storage. However, it is currently mainly produced from fossil fuels. In order.....»»
Novel recycling process gives old plastics new life: Researchers break down, rebuild polyurethane to make new foam
Polyurethane plastics are ubiquitous, used everywhere from mattresses to shoes. But once these products are no longer wanted, these materials litter landfills and oceans across the world......»»