Engineers from Adamson University, the University of the Philippines Diliman, and the University of Santo Tomas have successfully converted a common kitchen scrap into a powerful tool for environmental cleanup. By transforming discarded saba banana peels into a specialized biochar, the team has created a low-cost, sustainable adsorbent capable of efficiently removing diesel oil from water. This approach not only addresses the significant challenge of hydrocarbon pollution from industrial activities and accidental spills but also provides a valuable new use for agricultural waste, aligning with the principles of a circular economy.

Researchers at Hiroshima University have developed a new tool to quickly and accurately map fungal gene functions, even for species that have never been studied before.

New research has found technology that removes alcohol from wine can be combined with traditional remediation techniques to mitigate smoke taint, minimising its impact on wine’s sensory elements.

An in-depth econometric analysis reveals the significant environmental consequences of Brazil's expanding tourism sector and economic growth. The new report, authored by Asif Raihan of the Institute of Climate Change, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, examines three decades of data to untangle the complex relationship between the nation's economy, energy consumption, tourism industry, and its carbon footprint. While tourism is a vital engine for development, its reliance on energy-intensive activities poses a direct challenge to Brazil's environmental goals, including its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.