Sustainability
The many faces of hemp
The ecological properties of hemp makes it one of the types of insulation used in construction with the lowest carbon emissions footprint. In the future, hemp could play a paramount role in the race towards reducing the global carbon emissions footprint to fight climate change, and a more sustainable construction industry.
By Susan Fourtané about 4 hours ago in Earth
Oil Market is Volatile Again: What It Means for Global Energy and Traders
Global energy markets are once again at the center of attention after the United States introduced a temporary waiver allowing the purchase of certain Russian oil shipments that were already stranded at sea. The move has sparked intense discussions across financial markets, energy sectors, and geopolitical circles.
By Daniel Reidabout 12 hours ago in Earth
A Sound Has Been Echoing From the Bottom of the Ocean for 25 Years — And No One Knows What Made It
It started with a sound no one expected to hear. In 1997, deep in the Pacific Ocean, underwater microphones picked up something strange—something powerful enough to travel thousands of miles through the water. The signal was so loud that multiple sensors across the ocean detected it at the same time.
By Noman Khan about 15 hours ago in Earth
The Ongoing Search for Water on Mars
For decades, scientists have been fascinated by the possibility of water on Mars. Known for its dry, dusty landscape and reddish appearance, Mars was once thought to be a completely barren world. However, modern discoveries have revealed that the planet may have once had abundant water—and scientists are still searching for evidence of it today.
By Irshad Abbasi 2 days ago in Earth
Earth has warmed considerably more quickly over the last 15 years, according to new analysis.
The Earth's temperature has been rising for decades due to global warming. However, recent studies indicate that during the previous ten years, the rate of warming may have accelerated.
By Francis Dami2 days ago in Earth
Why Pyrolysis Oil Must Carry ISCC PLUS Certification: . AI-Generated.
As the global economy shifts toward renewable energy and circular solutions, pyrolysis oil—a liquid derived from the thermal decomposition of waste plastics, biomass, or other organic materials—has emerged as a promising alternative to fossil fuels. However, its role in sustainable energy systems comes with regulatory and ethical responsibilities. One of the most critical requirements is that pyrolysis oil must possess ISCC PLUS certification, a standard ensuring its sustainable origin and responsible use in industrial and energy applications.
By Bestonpyrolysis5 days ago in Earth
Chemical Recycling Debate Surrounding Plastic Pyrolysis
Plastic waste management has become one of the most contentious environmental challenges of the twenty-first century. Mechanical recycling has long been the dominant strategy for reprocessing polymer waste, yet its limitations—particularly contamination, polymer degradation, and sorting inefficiencies—have driven the emergence of alternative technologies. Among these, plastic pyrolysis has been widely promoted as a chemical recycling pathway capable of transforming heterogeneous plastic waste into hydrocarbon products.
By Wayne Shen5 days ago in Earth
Global Agreement to Limit Greenhouse Gases Enters into Force
A major step in the global fight against climate change has begun as countries around the world start implementing a landmark agreement designed to limit greenhouse gas emissions. The agreement represents years of negotiations, scientific warnings, and increasing public concern about the growing impacts of global warming on ecosystems, economies, and human life.
By Irshad Abbasi 5 days ago in Earth
