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Turning Trash into Treasure: How the CBreCYCLE Project is Revolutionizing Tire Waste

newswade November 28, 2024

The CBreCYCLE project introduces an innovative technique to extract and purify carbon black from waste tyres using advanced pyrolysis technology. This method significantly reduces CO₂ emissions compared to traditional production methods and produces high-quality recycled carbon black for use in various industries, including paints, pigments, and coatings. With over 1 billion tyres discarded annually, this breakthrough contributes to a circular economy, transforming waste into valuable resources and advancing global sustainability goals.

Vaporizing Plastic: A New Dawn for Recycling

newswade November 15, 2024

Researchers at UC Berkeley have developed a catalytic process that efficiently vaporizes plastic waste, such as polyethylene and polypropylene, converting it into reusable hydrocarbons for new plastics. This advancement supports a circular economy, helping reduce plastic pollution, reliance on fossil fuels, and environmental harm from plastic waste. By breaking down the chemical bonds in plastics, this innovative method offers a new recycling pathway, potentially making large-scale plastic recycling more feasible. If implemented globally, it could greatly benefit both the environment and the economy by transforming waste into valuable resources.

TEMPO Sensor: Revolutionizing Air Pollution Tracking in North America

newswade October 28, 2024

The TEMPO sensor, launched by NASA, monitors air pollution across North America in real-time. Positioned in a geostationary orbit, it captures high-resolution data on pollutants like nitrogen dioxide and ozone hourly, enabling neighborhood-level insights. This data will support public health research, pollution monitoring, and policy formation, marking a significant advance in earth science. TEMPO is part of NASA’s Earth Venture initiative, designed for accessible and affordable environmental monitoring.