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In 2021, researchers found 52% fewer moth caterpillars beneath LED; lit hedgerows than nearby unlit ones, an overlooked cost of brighter nights- UK climate advisers say Heathrow Airport expansion incompatible with climate goals
- In 2017, Hong Kong's 30,643-square-meter King Wah Road building used special paint to improve air quality; 9 years later, its WELL certification supports healthier indoor spaces
- In 1917, German submarine UC-30 sank during World War I - it’s still leaking toxic chemicals more than a century laterThe UC-30, a World War I German submarine, remains a significant source of TNT pollution in the North Sea, a century after its sinking. Sci...15 Sep, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
- 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 25% in 1 year, according to analystsIf you are looking to deploy money in the market, make sure it is not money you need in the short term. Also, be clear that when you invest...15 Sep, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- How to clean fan blades without removing them? Try these simple and affordable home cleaning tricksCleaning your dusty ceiling fan blades doesn't have to be a hassle. You can use an old pillowcase to trap dust while wiping them down witho...14 Sep, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
- From Gujarat to Rio: How India's pollution solution could offer lessons for Delhi-NCR’s dirty air crisisAn Indian emissions trading scheme developed in Gujarat is now being explored internationally. This market-based approach encourages indust...14 Sep, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- Michigan researchers transformed old wind turbine blades into tasty gummy bear candies, sports drink, organic glass for windows and carsWe know that old wind turbine blades need not end up in landfills; they could be recycled to make new products such as bathroom sinks, kitc...13 Sep, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
- From 2018 to 2022, more than 200,000 Break Free From Plastic volunteers audited waste in 84 countries; 56 companies produced more than half of all branded plastic pollutionA recent investigation highlights that fifty-six companies are behind the majority of branded plastic waste, with Coca-Cola at the forefron...13 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- Your bedroom may be too bright at night—and new research reveals what nighttime light could be doing to your heartNew research suggests nighttime light exposure may affect heart structure. A study observed thicker heart muscle and reduced flexibility in...12 Sep, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
- Kitchen cabinet cleaning tips? Check these easy DIY cleaning tricks to remove grease, oil stains, food marks and sticky dirtKitchen cabinets tend to accumulate grease and dirt, particularly in areas around the stove. To clean light grease and recent stains, a mix...11 Sep, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
- In 2004, Iowa listed Easter Lake for murky water. 20 years later, restoration helped it meet water standards and park visits climbed from 500,000 to 1.3 million visitorsEaster Lake in Des Moines was listed as impaired in 2004 because sediment and cloudy water were damaging its quality. Two decades of restor...09 Sep, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
- Indore loses clean-air crown in 2026, winner from Uttar Pradesh takes top spotIndore has dropped to second place in the 2026 Clean Air Survey after scoring 197 out of 200, one point behind Lucknow. The city administra...09 Sep, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- What if cleaning the air could make the world richer? UN-backed report reveals a $15 return for every $1 spent on pollution and climate actionA UN report highlights that addressing air pollution and climate change together offers economic gains. Coordinated actions could prevent m...07 Sep, 2026, 10.47 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
- In 2002, Kansas listed the North Cottonwood River for copper pollution. 12 years later, farm conservation helped lower copper from 14.1 to 3.5 µg/L and restore the riverNorth Cottonwood River restoration: Kansas listed the North Cottonwood River as impaired by copper pollution in 2002. Agricultural runoff w...07 Sep, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
- Putting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: 30+ countries use this unusual trick; here’s what it does and how to use it correctlyPutting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: The Moser lamp is a simple invention that uses sunlight to brighten dark indoor sp...07 Sep, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- Carpet cleaning tips? Try these simple and affordable home tricks to remove dust, food stains and bad odoursConsistent vacuuming is essential for eliminating dust and dirt from carpets. For tackling mild musty odors, sprinkle baking soda as it wor...07 Sep, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
- Michigan scientists in 2024 dyed a lake blue and added fertilizer to test if blocking sunlight could prevent algal blooms; rain washed away the dye and the water turned greenScientists dyed Peter Lake blue to test sunlight reduction for algal bloom prevention. Repeated rainfall washed out the dye, allowing algae...06 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Rio to take a leaf out of Gujarat's 'Green' playbookGujarat's innovative emissions trading system has achieved significant pollution reduction. This successful model is now being adopted by o...05 Sep, 2026, 01.50 AM IST
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