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In 2011, Kiel University researchers began studying CAU-10-H for water harvesting, a project that lasted over a decade. 15 years later, they produced 66 pounds of the material, opening a path to harvest freshwater from air as dry as 18% humidity- ET Evoke: China has emerged as the greatest environmentalist of our times, says Economics Professor Michael Greenstone
- Pakistan significantly affects NCR, Punjab's annual PM2.5 concentration: Report
- Badminton World Federation says India Open schedule could 'improve' further, wants players' supportThe Badminton World Federation is examining the India Open tournament's scheduling. Concerns about pollution have led to a shift from Janua...20 Aug, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- Delhi-NCR vehicle owners alert: No new petrol, diesel or CNG LGVs below 3,500 kg from 2027; more models to come under new curb from 2028. Check who will be affectedDelhi-NCR regulations will mandate electric light goods vehicles from 2027. Only electric N1 light goods vehicles will be allowed to be reg...20 Aug, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
- Consider relaxing firecracker noise limit curbs before Diwali: SC to CPCBThe Supreme Court asked the CPCB to explore partial relaxation of firecracker rules. This request came during a hearing on Delhi's pollutio...20 Aug, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
- Every day, 50,000 litres of polluted water flow from South Africa's Stiebeuel River into natural filter beds, where stones, sand and biochar clean it in 5 days, removing 99% of harmful bacteria and creating water for irrigationResearchers in South Africa are using a nature-based filtration system to treat polluted water from the Stiebeuel River in Franschhoek. At ...19 Aug, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
- In 2020, Taiwan's Taichung began tracking haze for 3 years; by 2022, industrial solvents drove 57% of the chemistry behind organic haze, showing why cleaner air did not always mean clearer skiesTaiwan's air quality improved, yet hazy skies persisted over Taichung city. Researchers found organic particles, from industrial solvents, ...18 Aug, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
- Office rents climb across India’s gateway markets, Bengaluru leads with 10.7% growthIndia's prime office market shows continued strengthening and rising rents. Bengaluru remained a standout performer, while Mumbai and Delhi...18 Aug, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
- 10th-grade student turns coconut husk into a natural filter that can remove microplastics from seawaterA 10th-grade student in Hawaii began with a project to filter polluted seawater using coconut husks. Her research later found naturally occ...17 Aug, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
- Thousands of US parks may sit dangerously close to toxic waste and chemical releases; researchers mapped more than 151,000 public parks to uncover the riskIn a comprehensive study, public parks and industrial sites in the United States were meticulously analyzed. Alarmingly, over half of these...14 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
- Are you breathing toxic air inside your home? These warning signals suggest it’s time to test your indoor air qualityIndoor air quality is vital for maintaining a healthy home environment. Experts suggest being vigilant for signs of air quality deteriorati...14 Aug, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
- Nagpur breathed unsafe air half the summer, breached PM10 limits on 46 days: CREANagpur experienced toxic air for half the summer, exceeding safety standards. PM10 levels breached national benchmarks on 46 days between M...11 Aug, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
- AI's hunger for power sparks US private gas plant boomAs US tech companies race to build the data centers fueling the AI boom, they are increasingly putting up their own power plants -- off the...11 Aug, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
- GOBARdhan Scheme can help reduce gas imports by $5 billion, says IBAThe GOBARdhan Scheme is expected to significantly reduce India's gas import bill. This initiative aims to convert organic waste into clean ...10 Aug, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
- Amazon behind massive private gas plant for new data centersPreviously filed permits for the plant show it would have 35 turbines and generate 7.65 gigawatts -- larger than any gas plant currently op...08 Aug, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
- 10-year-old Volvo passes emission test but denied PUC certificate; owner moves Supreme Court; here's why it mattersA Volvo XC-60 owner has moved the Supreme Court after Delhi authorities refused to issue a PUC certificate for his 10-year-old diesel vehic...06 Aug, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
- Delhi boosts dust control ahead of winter, Sirsa reviews preparednessDelhi's environment minister reviewed anti-smog gun and sprinkler deployment. Officials received strict instructions for timely and effecti...05 Aug, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
- Supreme Court agrees to hear plea seeking fuel relaxation for old Volvo cars in DelhiThe Supreme Court will hear a plea from Volvo car owners. They seek relaxation of a rule banning fuel for older vehicles. This rule prohibi...05 Aug, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
- Delhi-NCR industries get relief as CAQM extends PM norms deadlineThe Commission for Air Quality Management has extended the implementation timeline for revised PM emission standards. Industries across Del...31 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
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