Sustainable Business
How biology helps us re-imagine our cities in vexed times
Biological metaphors for the city abound. You may live close to an “arterial” road or in the “heart” of a metropolis.
Marine aquaculture has a key role in limiting CO2 emissions
New research looks at how to limit CO2 emissions from marine aquaculture, a key source of food and other products like shells.
Scientists devise a new way to decarbonize heavy industry
The new technology captures CO2 locks it into a solid state to keep it from escaping into the atmosphere.
Black-eyed peas can help farmers abandon harmful fertilizers
To make agriculture more sustainable, a focus needs to be on the plant's ability to get services from microbes in the soil.
Owl wing design may limit noise of planes, wind turbines
Chinese scientists report that designs based on the unique aerodynamic features of owl wings may lead to reductions in noise pollution.
Prominent manufacturers lead the way on sustainability
There are many benefits to reap by adopting these practices, and the manufacturing sector is reaping them.