A composite composed of cobalt/cobalt oxide nanoparticles embedded in free-standing reduced graphene oxide (Co/Co3O4-Gr) has been developed for complete water splitting.
Climate Policies and Nationally Determined Contributions: Reconciling the Needed Ambition with the Political Economy
What it will take to stabilize global temperature below 2°C above pre-industrial levels? A new review article by Adrien Vogt-Schilb and Stephane Hallegatte discusses two potential solutions.
The Role of NGOs in China’s Climate Change Governance
The role of NGOs in China’s climate change governance, and in environmental issues more generally, is fundamentally different than that of its counterparts in Western countries in many respects.
How Degradable are Biodegradable Polymers in Water?
The stability of biodegradable polymers in both fresh water and sea water is investigated to determine how degradable they really are.
An Artificial Leaf for Solar Water-Splitting
Researchers develop a highly versatile and adaptable artificial leaf for solar water-splitting in various natural environments.
The Diaper Motor – Producing Energy with Superabsorbers
Osmotic engine: translating osmotic pressure into macroscopic mechanical force
Wastewater Irrigation: Past, Present and Future
With population growth and fast socio-economic development, water shortage is becoming a serious issue worldwide.
Algae as a Sustainable Raw Material for Biodiesel Production
A recent Review takes an in-depth look at the current status and future prospects of supercritical transesterification.
High-Performance Polymer Solar Cells Adapted for Mass Production
Novel highly efficient polymer solar cells show great promise for large-scale production.
Nanofiber/Nanonets Membranes for High-Efficiency Air Filters
A facile and scalable strategy to fabricate membrane filters for effective air filtration via a combined electrospinning/netting technique with a receiving substrate design.