Sustainability

A new sustainable method of breaking down plastics could transform landfill-bound waste into valuable resources.

A new class of heat-cured polymers proves both durable and recyclable, which can drastically reduce landfill waste from disposed household items and industrial parts.

A*STAR researchers unearth new electrochemical insights on carbon capture with desalination brine, optimising the recovery of valuable minerals while reducing climate-changing emissions.

Atomic simulations reveal new insights into iron-based catalysts for an efficiency and sustainability boost to carbon capture efforts.

Research indicates that plant-based alternatives can significantly change nutritional profiles compared to animal-protein diets.

Departing from costly simulations and trial-and-error methods, researchers harness machine learning and automation to efficiently discover new recipes for green hydrogen catalysts.

Enzymes from soil bacteria can effectively break down some of the toughest plastic pollutants, offering a promising approach to tackling plastic waste.

The innovative integration of robotics and machine learning accelerates the development of efficient, sustainable hydrogen catalysts.

A versatile film that adjusts its transparency in response to temperature, pressure and moisture can enhance the energy efficiency of buildings, making them more sustainable.

A new fuel cell technology using novel nanoparticles promises a powerful and reliable alternative to commercial catalysts for fuel cells.

A*STAR researchers explore the potential and challenges associated with meat-free protein sources for a sustainable, healthier global diet.

Researchers identify a high-efficiency approach that can cut greenhouse gas emissions from plastics and fertiliser manufacturing.