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New cement cools buildings 5.4°C, may cut AC costs
Researchers developed a new 'supercool' cement that passively cools buildings by reflecting sunlight and emitting heat, potentially making the high-emission cement industry carbon-negative over its lifespan.
Solar trees can save 99% of forests, study finds
New research published in Scientific Reports demonstrates that innovative solar trees can generate as much power as conventional solar farms while saving 99 percent of forest ecosystems from destruction.
Plant waste makes concrete nearly 20% stronger, study finds
A new study reveals that adding just 2% biochar made from agricultural waste can create stronger, more durable, and environmentally friendly concrete.
Scientists turn CO2 into plastic using only water, electricity
In a major sustainability breakthrough, researchers have developed a tandem system that utilizes electricity to convert carbon dioxide and water into high-performance plastic directly.