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Scientists Create Biodegradable Plastic from Fisheries Waste

The volume of plastic waste on the planet reflects the magnitude of the global plastic industry. Plastics not only last for a long time but also have low recycling and reuse capacity. Nearly 40% of the plastic packaging is single-use and none of it is

Apr 09, 2021 by Anu Chaudhari in News
Narwhal Tusks Reveal Effects of Climate Change and Mercury Levels in the Arctic

Narwhal Tusks Reveal Effects of Climate Change and Mercury Levels in the Arctic

Changing climatic conditions have profoundly affected the Arctic, resulting in rising temperatures, loss of sea ice, and melting of the Greenland ice sheet. A recent study has discovered that Narwhal tusks reveal a great deal about the effects of climate change and mercury levels in

Apr 09, 2021 by Priya Chauhan in Environment
UK Launches World's Largest Ocean Monitoring System to Protect Marine Biodiversity

UK Launches World’s Largest Ocean Monitoring System to Protect Marine Biodiversity

The United Kingdom government has launched the world’s largest ocean monitoring system to protect marine biodiversity.  The government, under its Blue Belt Program, will be installing underwater cameras to monitor the ocean wildlife of its overseas territories. This Global Ocean Wildlife Analysis Network will cover

Apr 09, 2021 by Navneet Rathore in Environment

Indian Zoos Prepare for Summer, Severe Heatwaves Expected in the Country

Piles of dry leaves, subdued growls and an occasional splash of water are the only sounds heard in animal enclosures at zoos as the cities sizzle under hot day temperatures. With the arrival of summer, Indian zoos prepare to ensure animals’ welfare in the summer

Apr 09, 2021 by Anu Chaudhari in India
Warming Oceans Driving Marine Species Away From Equator, Reveals Study

Warming Oceans Driving Marine Species Away From Equator, Reveals Study

Climate change over the years has drastically affected the ecosystems, and marine life is also not spared from it. A recent study stated that with the increase in oceanic temperatures, several marine species are migrating away from the Equator to avoid the heat. It has

Apr 08, 2021 by Navneet Rathore in Environment
Second Wave of Bird Flu Hits in Himachal Pradesh, Over 100 Migratory Birds Found Dead

Second Wave of Bird Flu Hits Himachal Pradesh, Over 100 Migratory Birds Found Dead

The first wave of avian influenza hit several Indian states in December 2020, when thousands of birds (mostly poultry and migratory birds) died within a couple of days. The outbreak was blamed on the migratory birds and authorities were put on high alert to monitor

Apr 08, 2021 by Priya Chauhan in India
Uttarakhand forest fires

Ablaze North: Uttarakhand Battles over 40 Active Forest Fires, Scattered Rains Bring Slight Respite

We all think that forest fires are a common occurrence to avoid the bitter truth that it is mostly our actions that cause such devastation. Each year, news of wildfires in the various regions across the world – The Amazon Rainforest, Australia, the US West

Apr 08, 2021 by Priya Chauhan in India
Decellularized Spinach serves as Scaffold and Edible Platform for Lab-Grown Meat

Decellularized Spinach Serves as Scaffold and Edible Platform for Lab-Grown Meat

While it will be years before lab-grown meat is easily accessible to all, scientists are making advances to accelerate the development of cultured meat. Recently a team of researchers successfully used spinach as a scaffold to provide an edible platform for lab-grown meat. Published in

Apr 07, 2021 by Priya Chauhan in News
NASA Completes First Global Survey of Freshwater Fluctuation to Measure Human Impact

First Global Survey of Freshwater Fluctuation Measures Human Impact on Natural Resources

With man-made reservoirs having 57% of the total global variability of water storage, human domination on the planet continues to defy nature. What’s astonishing is that man-made reservoirs are outnumbered by natural lakes and ponds by 24 to 1. This has been revealed in the first

Apr 07, 2021 by Navneet Rathore in Environment

Solar Powered Hydrogel Water Filter Removes Pollutants from Water

A new invention made from a study conducted by Princeton University uses sunlight to purify the water, helping to solve the problem of water pollution. This solar-powered hydrogel water filter is a low-cost water purification system, which works like a large sponge that soaks up

Apr 07, 2021 by Anu Chaudhari in Green Initiatives
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