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In 2023, researchers crushed discarded coconut shells into aggregate substitutes, replacing 10% of coarse aggregate produced 34.8 N/mm² concrete strengthCoconut shells offer a sustainable alternative to gravel in concrete construction. Studies show replacing ten percent of coarse aggregate w...- In 2023, CUHK researchers milled glass bubbles for 5 minutes before mixing cooling paint; solar reflectivity rose from 75.8% to 95.8% during field tests at noonInnovative researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking paint designed for energy-free cooling in buildings. By incorporating larger glass bu...
- A PhD student used shredded baby diapers in a prototype Indonesian house; 27% of its non-structural concrete blocks contained diaper waste, totaling about 3,700 poundsAn extraordinary house in Indonesia has creatively utilized nearly 3,700 pounds of discarded diapers. This unique construction method incor...
- 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...
- In Massachusetts, Bar-Way Farm digests 36,500 tons of food waste and 9,125 tons of manure every year, producing enough electricity for 900 homesIn Deerfield, Massachusetts, Bar-Way Farm is leading the charge in renewable energy by harnessing food waste and cow manure to create elect...
- 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 ...
- In 2021, NREL fermented food waste into volatile fatty acids and catalytically upgraded them to jet fuel; the SAF was estimated to cut net carbon emissions by up to 165% when landfill disposal was assumedA groundbreaking approach has been created by scientists to transform food waste into eco-friendly aviation fuel. This cutting-edge techniq...
- California’s CR&R digester can process 334,000 tons of food and green waste yearly, yielding 4 million diesel-gallon equivalents of RNG and 250,000 tons of fertilizerIn California, a remarkable facility is transforming food waste into renewable natural gas fuel, effectively capturing harmful methane emis...
- 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...
- Bitumen deficit bridged, but price problem persists; India's roads set to face a real test this winterAs prices of bitumen continue to be on the higher side, road construction companies are watching the winter construction season closely. Ev...
- From food waste to water: A new research shows how new biomass hydrogels could help turning discarded food and agricultural waste into a source of atmospheric water for irrigation and sustainable farmingResearchers developed new hydrogels from natural materials to capture atmospheric moisture. These innovative materials can absorb water vap...
- Horoscope Today, August 28, 2026: Raksha Bandhan Brings Family Bonding While Lunar Eclipse Energy Sparks Changes for All Zodiac SignsAccording to the traditional Vedic astrological interpretation for Friday, August 28, 2026, today carries a particularly meaningful combina...
- India plans Rs 13,000 crore in aid to spur battery parts outputIndia's new plan aims to reduce reliance on Chinese producers and boost local manufacturing. The government sees fostering a domestic batte...
- HEG demerger to take effect on September 1; record date fixed for September 7HEG will implement its demerger from September 1, creating separate listed companies for graphite electrodes and advanced materials. Septem...
- In 2023, Kitepower flew a 176-pound fabric wing over a Mayo bog for the first time. 3 years later, it has logged more than 90 flights and over 100 hours generating airborne wind-energy dataKitepower is testing an unconventional approach to renewable energy at a designated airborne wind-energy site in County Mayo, Ireland. Inst...
- World’s biggest citrus waste-to-energy plant is being built in Brazil: 2.1-million-square-foot facility to turn orange juice waste into 1.77 million cubic feet of biogas every dayBrazil is building the world’s biggest citrus waste-to-energy plant, a 2.1-million-square-foot facility designed to transform orange juice ...
- Horoscope Today, August 24, 2026: Shravana Somvar Brings a Powerful Message of Commitment & Inner StrengthAccording to the traditional Vedic astrological interpretation for Monday, August 24, 2026, today's message is about an important transitio...
- Grasim eyes Rs 2 lakh crore revenue in FY27 as growth platforms scale up: KM BirlaGrasim Industries anticipates reaching Rs 2 lakh crore revenue by FY27. This growth stems from its diverse businesses including cement and ...
- A Manhattan office building began freezing water at night; the stored ice now helps cool it during peak summer demandIn the heart of Manhattan, Eleven Madison Avenue has adopted an innovative cooling method utilizing an ice battery. This system freezes wat...
- Saatvik Green Energy shares jump 8% as subsidiary secures Rs 190 crore solar PV module orderSaatvik Green Energy shares jumped nearly 8% after its material subsidiary, Saatvik Solar Industries, secured a Rs 190 crore order from a d...
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