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waste management

Eggshells to the Rescue: A Green Way to Reveal Hidden Fingerprints

December 18, 2025

Forensic science is getting a green makeover. Scientists have found a clever way to use waste chicken eggshells to develop fingerprints on tricky surfaces, even when they've been underwater. This new method is not only eco-friendly but also effective. Eggshells are mostly made of calcium carbonate,

environment

Colorado's Big Recycling Makeover

December 13, 2025

Colorado is stepping up its recycling game. The state has one of the lowest recycling rates in the U. S. But now, a new plan is in the works to make recycling free for everyone. The state's health department has given the green light to a program called the Producer Responsibility Program. It's set

environment

Solar Panels Turned into Concrete: A Green Solution to Waste

November 3, 2025

Solar panels are everywhere, helping us generate clean energy. But what happens when they reach the end of their life? Mostly, they end up in landfills, which is not great for the environment. These panels contain materials like lead and zinc, which can leak out and cause harm. Scientists have found

environment

Plastics from Plants: A Greener Choice?

November 2, 2025

People are looking for ways to reduce harm to the environment. One idea is to use bioplastics instead of regular plastics. These are made from plants, microbes, or even waste from farms and factories. Bioplastics are not as strong or durable as regular plastics. Scientists are working to make them

environment

Algerian Oil Waste: A Decade of Treatment and What We've Learned

October 26, 2025

In Algeria, dealing with oil waste is a big job. One method, called stabilization/solidification (S/S), has been used for ten years to treat drill cuttings from the Ain Amenas oil field. This method mixes waste with cement and sodium silicate to make it safe. After a decade, scientists checked if t

environment

Turning Trash into Treasure: How Bugs Can Help Farms and Fish Tanks

October 15, 2025

Aquaculture is growing fast. This means more fish farms, and more fish waste. This waste is wet and hard to deal with. It costs a lot to get rid of. But what if this waste could be turned into something useful? Enter the black soldier fly. These bugs are like tiny recycling machines. They can eat o

technology

The Hidden World of Data Cleanup: What Happens to Your Old Gadgets?

August 20, 2025

When you toss out old gadgets, you might think your data is gone forever. But it's not that simple. Companies specializing in IT asset disposal (ITAD) have a big job: making sure data from old devices doesn't fall into the wrong hands. They handle everything from smartphones to computers and even me

environment

Pets and the Planet: A Balancing Act

July 29, 2025

Pets bring joy and health benefits to our lives. They help us stay active, reduce stress, and keep loneliness at bay. Studies show that interacting with pets can lower blood pressure and improve overall well-being. However, our furry friends also have an environmental impact that we can't ignore. C

environment

The Power of Tiny Helpers in Waste Management

May 24, 2025

The world is facing a waste problem. Two methods stand out in handling organic waste: aerobic composting and anaerobic digestion. Both have their strengths and weaknesses. They rely on tiny helpers, called microbes, to break down waste. These microbes work in different ways depending on what they ar

environment

The Hidden Treasure in Old Gadgets

April 29, 2025

Electronic waste is a big problem. It's full of valuable metals that can be reused. One way to get these metals is through bioleaching. This process uses tiny organisms to pull out metals from waste. A recent study focused on getting pure copper from old printed circuit boards. This is important bec