The Basque Institute for Agricultural Research and Development, Neiker-Tecnalia, the public body that reports to the Sub-Ministry for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Policy of the Government of the Basque Autonomous Community, ...
Biotechnology
May 29, 2014
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Hydraulic concrete is one of the most-used construction materials around the world. Portland cement is its principal component, but during its production a lot of energy is needed, and big volumes of greenhouse gases like ...
Engineering
Feb 7, 2014
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An innovative new three-year research project will see the aquaculture, agriculture and biogas sectors working together to develop renewable energy. The initiative demonstrates how improving sustainability, reducing waste ...
Energy & Green Tech
Dec 6, 2013
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The first trickle of fuels made from agricultural waste is finally winding its way into the nation's energy supply, after years of broken promises and hype promoting a next-generation fuel source cleaner than oil.
Energy & Green Tech
Nov 13, 2013
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Human waste could be the next weapon in the fight against climate change.
Environment
Sep 18, 2013
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New research from the Niels Bohr Institute shows that cement made with waste ash from sugar production is stronger than ordinary cement. The research shows that the ash helps to bind water in the cement so that it is stronger, ...
Engineering
Sep 16, 2013
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(Phys.org) —The advantages of the "one-stop" shop have long been recognized in the retailing and services industries. Similar advantages would also be realized for the biofuels industry with the development of a "one-pot" ...
Materials Science
Aug 14, 2013
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By 2030 Sweden could increase its production of biofuels to cover just over a third of automotive fuel used by its transport sector today, a move that would mean a ten-fold increase on the current in-country production. Forest-sourced ...
Energy & Green Tech
Jul 8, 2013
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The agriculture industry is researching new technologies to help feed the growing population. But feeding the world without harming air quality is a challenge.
Other
Jul 1, 2013
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In light of a recent international report warning of impending food production shortages, Dr Shashi Sharma, Chair in Biosecurity and Food Security at Murdoch University, has a simple message: the world must adopt a zero tolerance ...
Environment
Jun 21, 2013
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