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Sustainability is the science and practice of meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs, balancing environmental health, economic viability, and social well-being. Research in this field explores solutions for conserving natural resources, reducing carbon emissions, designing sustainable cities, and transitioning to renewable energy and circular economies. As climate change and ecological degradation pose growing global challenges, sustainability science offers data-driven strategies to build resilient, equitable, and thriving communities. Follow the latest breakthroughs driving a more sustainable future.
Vineyard waste may hold the key to replacing plastic packaging. The demand for biodegradable packaging…
This new technology turns everyday carbon emissions into a useful chemical—right at the source, even…
A redesigned low-cost catalyst shows unexpected durability while converting CO₂ into a useful energy carrier.…
What if living organisms could perform some of the tasks handled by silicon chips? New…
Leaving water inside a sodium battery material boosts performance and enables desalination. Sodium-ion batteries could…
What we throw away as food waste may hold the key to healthier crops, stronger…
Scientists have uncovered new details explaining why iron oxide minerals are such effective long-term carbon…
Scientists are turning to milk proteins, starch, and nanoclay to create biodegradable plastics that break…
A nearly invisible material made mostly of air could redefine how windows stop heat and…
A research team developed two flavor-enhancing techniques that transform carob pulp into a delicious, sustainable…
International research co-led by UMass Amherst offers strong potential to address three major global challenges:…
A new alloy could turn tomorrow’s vehicle scrap into America’s next manufacturing advantage. A large…
A new study showcases a catalyst made from lignin, a plant-based waste material, that dramatically…
Rutgers scientists have developed plastics that can be programmed to break down at specific rates…
A new study from Aarhus University shows that the updated Nordic dietary guidelines, designed to…
People misjudge the environmental footprint of many foods. Better labeling could guide more sustainable consumer…
Researchers found that SAI cools the surface but cannot control rainfall and humidity, leaving key…