How did scientists trap over 99% of a ‘forever chemical’ linked to US military sites?A USDA-led study found that specially produced biochar retained more than 99% of PFOS in laboratory soil experiments. The same research pro...
24 Sep, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
Quote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, 'You forget that the fruits belong to all and that the land belongs to no one' offers timeless lessons on human connection, emotional well-being, purpose, meaning, validationQuote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau remains a powerful advice because it challenges a question that has never disappeared: who truly ...
22 Sep, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
NMDC shares rally 2% after company sets target to achieve net-zero operational emissions by 2047NMDC shares rallied up to 2% on Monday to Rs 80.85 after setting a target to achieve net-zero operational emissions by 2047. Covering Scope...
21 Sep, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
In 2003, Mexico's Salinas Victoria used landfill methane to tackle waste pollution; the result made 7 MW, powering 25,000 homes and Monterrey’s public transport network dailySalinas Victoria experience also showed how waste management and energy planning can intersect. The World Bank reports that the plant event...
21 Sep, 2026, 03.27 AM IST
In 2017, Gloucestershire processed 35,000 tonnes of food and farm waste into biogas; the result generated 4.56 GWh of power for 1,400 homes at Rose Hill RecyclingRose Hill Recycling story ultimately shows how an everyday environmental problem can become an opportunity for resource recovery. In 2017, ...
21 Sep, 2026, 02.59 AM IST
In 2010, Cannock used anaerobic digestion to process 120,000 tonnes of food waste; the result generated renewable electricity and exported surplus power to the gridIn 2010, a major change was taking shape at the Poplars waste site near Cannock, Staffordshire. Plans were being developed for a large anae...
20 Sep, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
‘Viksit Bharat depends on Viksit Rajya’: CEA calls for more private capital, higher state capexChief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran said India will need greater private-capital participation to finance its development ambitions...
20 Sep, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma attends conference on 'Financing India's journey towards Viksit Bharat'Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended the Centre’s conference on financing India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 agenda in New Delhi, wher...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
NMDC sets Net Zero target for operational emissions by 2047NMDC plans net zero operational emissions by 2047, focusing on scope-one and scope-two emissions. Key strategies include energy efficiency ...
18 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
ETMarkets Management Talk | Nuclear, data centres, hydrogen: DEE Development Engineers maps its next growth phase, says Shikha BansalFor DEE Development Engineers, the focus is now shifting from a largely capex-led expansion phase towards capacity utilisation, execution, ...
18 Sep, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Take steps to accelerate discovery of new mineral resources, says NITI AayogNITI Aayog suggests improving access to geological data and capital for exploration companies. Streamlining approvals and procedures will h...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
UK climate advisers say Heathrow Airport expansion incompatible with climate goalsUK climate advisors state Heathrow Airport expansion conflicts with national climate targets. The aviation sector must achieve net zero emi...
16 Sep, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
Ohio-based company transforms old wind turbine blades into beautiful, sustainable benches, tables and other public-space furnitureIn an innovative twist, retired wind turbine blades are getting a second life as robust public furniture, including stylish benches and tab...
14 Sep, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
In Kansas, Abengoa built a biorefinery to process 325,000 tons of crop residue a year and produce 25 million gallons of cellulosic ethanolIn Hugoton, Kansas, a biorefinery was launched with the goal of transforming agricultural waste into sustainable fuel. Despite initial gove...
13 Sep, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
BRICS 2026: From bigger to better? The New Delhi summit may put trade, tech and energy in focusBRICS 2026 will test whether the expanded 11-member grouping can translate its growing economic and geopolitical weight into practical coop...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
BRICS Climate Agenda: Focus on Global South as India pushes for sustainable futureIndia's BRICS presidency prioritizes climate action and energy transition for developing nations. Discussions will cover critical minerals ...
10 Sep, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
Microsoft is funding a bet on mud: Inside the race to rewet 23 square miles of North Carolina peat before it dries out and burnsNorth Carolina's peatlands, vital carbon stores, are being restored by Pantheon Regeneration. These ancient ecosystems hold twice the carbo...
09 Sep, 2026, 10.47 PM IST