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Nanoporous Gold Catalyst for CO2 Reduction in a Gas Diffusion Electrode

In a recent study published in the journal ACS Energy Letters, researchers analyzed the effect of a nanoporous gold (np-Au) catalyst on the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO) in a gas diffusion electrode (GDE) and investigated the effect of electrochemical wetting on the output.

2 Feb 2022

Optimizing Combined Heat and Power Systems in the Textile Industry

Across all industries, energy saving issues are taking center stage as there is a focus on reducing energy consumption to mitigate the impact the industrial sector has on energy consumption and subsequent emission of harmful greenhouse gasses including carbon dioxide (CO2).

1 Feb 2022

Biodegradation of Plastic Waste Using Insects

Many remediation strategies have been employed to degrade plastic waste, and a new study published in Sustainability has explored the use of insect species.

1 Feb 2022

Profitably Repurposing Wood Waste

Valorizing waste streams is an important consideration for multiple industries to meet their circular economy aims and climate change reduction targets.

1 Feb 2022

Physicochemical Properties of Soil After Application of Meat Processing Waste

Meat processing waste can provide solutions for sustainable agriculture and crop production, whilst valorizing the waste stream from slaughterhouses in a circular process.

27 Jan 2022

Considering the Effect of Novel Manufacturing Paradigms on Sustainability

Novel manufacturing paradigms are playing an increasing role in the aim of decarbonizing industries, and a special issue published in Sustainability has considered their effects on sustainability.

26 Jan 2022

Combining Exhaust Gas from EGR and Waste Plastic Oil in Diesel Engines

The urgent issue of plastic waste has facilitated research into valorization strategies to turn it into useable products which meet the aims of the circular economy concept.

21 Jan 2022

Sustainable Materials in Geotechnical Design

Geotechnical design can contribute towards the sustainability of urban areas and the built environment.

21 Jan 2022

Modeling System Architecture to Stabilize Power Distribution Networks with Hydrogen Energy

In a recent study published in the journal Energies, researchers from Poland analyzed conceptual assumptions required for the research to design a theoretical multi-criteria system architecture model for stabilizing the operation of a hydrogen energy buffer-based electric power distribution networks that took into account the utility applications of green hydrogen.

20 Jan 2022

Heating and Cooling Cities with Broadband Passive Daytime Radiative Cooling Materials

Extreme heat is a pressing problem in many urban areas, especially during the summer months. Climate change has mitigated this issue, leading to negative effects on the health of urban populations.

20 Jan 2022

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