Blanket for ice cover? Scientists wraps Swiss glacier with sheep’s wool to protect it from melting; early tests found it protected the ice about as well as plastic sheetsA Swiss glacier experiment is testing sheep’s wool as a natural alternative to plastic covers used to slow glacier melting. Researchers fou...
08 Sep, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Centre's Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification scheme draws 7 first-round applicationsSeven applications were submitted for the government's coal gasification promotion scheme. Adani Enterprises submitted three separate appli...
08 Sep, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
At 18, this Irish student invented plant-based plastic that doesn't just biodegrade; it is designed to break down microplastics tooA creative solution emerges from Ireland, where a student has pioneered Eco Purge, a biodegradable substance that emits enzymes aimed at de...
07 Sep, 2026, 10.41 PM IST
LPG refill booking interval cut from 45 to 25 days, says Union MoS Suresh GopiThe Centre has reduced the booking interval for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) refills from 45 days to 25 days, Union Minister of State for ...
07 Sep, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Life on Earth has always used four DNA letters, but scientists have created a bigger genetic alphabet and found something unexpectedScientists have demonstrated RNA polymerase can read eight genetic letters. This enzyme accurately transcribes synthetic DNA, which nature ...
05 Sep, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Government's Rs 37,500-cr coal gasification scheme fails to attract bidsNo applications were submitted for the Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification incentive scheme. The September 7 deadline passed without any priv...
04 Sep, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Viability issues: Think Gas seeks 30% reduction in LNG terminal chargesCity gas distributor Think Gas urges a thirty percent reduction in LNG terminal usage charges. High regasification and truck loading fees c...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
A synthetic hormone was added to a remote Canadian lake in tiny amounts — then an entire fish population nearly collapsedA synthetic estrogen introduced into a Canadian lake caused a significant ecological shock. This chemical, present in tiny amounts, severel...
03 Sep, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Switzerland is putting sheep’s wool on a melting glacier to fight climate change — here’s why scientists think it could work as results start coming inSwiss researchers are testing sheep's wool to protect shrinking Alpine glaciers. This natural fiber offers an eco-friendly alternative to s...
03 Sep, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
In 2011, GSA’s Chicago Federal Center joined the green challenge with 6,700 workers. 1 year later, an HVAC overhaul cut natural gas use 25% and saved $140,000 that yearThe Chicago Federal Center found a practical way to reduce energy use. GSA upgraded its HVAC system across the large federal complex. The c...
02 Sep, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Engineering the future of global pipeline infrastructure: How India's SSEGPL is powering the next generation of energy projectsShree Shakti Engineering (SSEGPL) has evolved into a specialised manufacturer and exporter of pipeline construction equipment. Its portfoli...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Earlier in 2026, WSU researchers heated and pressurized sewage sludge with oxygen, producing 200% more renewable gas. Now the process cuts treatment costs from $494 to $253 per tonWSU researchers treated sewage sludge under high temperature and pressure while introducing oxygen. Under those conditions, the relatively ...
02 Sep, 2026, 02.01 AM IST
In 2013, Farmers RECC secured a $1 million USDA loan to capture landfill methane in Glasgow, Kentucky. 7 years later, the plant reached full capacity, powering 547 homesGlasgow landfill project ultimately offers a compelling lesson in how communities can rethink waste, energy and environmental responsibilit...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.15 AM IST
Higher LNG prices likely from September; downstream players may face margin pressure costs: ReportIndia’s LNG demand remains resilient despite spot prices above $20/MMBtu, but rising gas costs could squeeze downstream margins, according ...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Pawan Kalyan grows mangoes, tomatoes in his farm house in Hyderabad. Telugu star shares details about his 'zero budget natural farming' method to cultivate vegetables. How to grow vegetables with no chemicals?Mega star Pawan Kalyan is also a farming enthusiast. The Tholi Prema actor maintains a big farmhouse in Hyderabad and follows organic ‘zero...
30 Aug, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
NTPC plans to treble capacity to 244GW by 2037, invest ₹16.86 lakh croreNTPC plans to nearly triple its power generation capacity by 2037. The company will invest significantly in renewable and nuclear power exp...
28 Aug, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
Centre allows imported coal in Rs 37,500-crore gasification schemeThe government permits imported coal for gasification projects under a new scheme. This initiative aims to convert coal into valuable chemi...
28 Aug, 2026, 12.25 AM IST