Review
Environmental Sciences
Taoufik El Rasafi, Abdallah Oukarroum, Abdelmajid Haddioui, Hocheol Song, Eilhann E. Kwon, Nanthi Bolan, Filip M. G. Tack, Abin Sebastian, M. N. Prasad, Joerg Rinklebe
Summary: This review discusses the deleterious effects of cadmium in plants and the evolution of tolerance and resistance mechanisms. Cadmium negatively affects seed germination, early seedling growth, and plant biomass, as well as photosynthesis, water content, transpiration rate, and electrolyte leakage. Plants have developed detoxification mechanisms to exclude or accumulate cadmium, and utilize signaling pathways, hormone synthesis, antioxidant systems, and other strategies to adapt to cadmium toxicity. Soil microorganisms play a crucial role in reducing metal phytoavailability and enhancing plant morphological and physiological parameters for cadmium tolerance.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Tandong Yao, Tobias Bolch, Deliang Chen, Jing Gao, Walter Immerzeel, Shilong Piao, Fengge Su, Lonnie Thompson, Yoshihide Wada, Lei Wang, Tao Wang, Guangjian Wu, Baiqing Xu, Wei Yang, Guoqing Zhang, Ping Zhao
Summary: The Hindu Kush-Karakoram-Himalayan system, known as the Third Pole, is the largest global store of frozen water after the polar regions. It provides water supply to almost 2 billion people. However, atmospheric warming has caused an imbalance in this system, altering water resources in downstream countries. Future predictions suggest that global warming will amplify this imbalance, alleviating water scarcity in some regions while increasing it in others.
NATURE REVIEWS EARTH & ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhiguo Li, Jie Wang
Summary: This paper examines the impact of the digital economy on carbon emissions through nonlinear analysis using the spatial DURBIN model and panel threshold model. The results show an inverted U-shaped relationship between the digital economy and carbon emissions, with the direct effect being significantly greater than the indirect effect. The study also finds regional heterogeneity and threshold effects in the relationship between the digital economy and carbon emissions.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zehua Yan, Yafei Liu, Ting Zhang, Faming Zhang, Hongqiang Ren, Yan Zhang
Summary: The study found that the concentration of fecal microplastics in patients with inflammatory bowel disease was significantly higher than in healthy individuals, with poly(ethylene terephthalate) and polyamide being the main components in the feces. A positive correlation between fecal microplastics concentration and the severity of IBD was also observed. Plastic packaging of drinking water and food, as well as dust exposure, were identified as important sources of human exposure to microplastics.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
K. N. Yogalakshmi, T. Poornima Devi, P. Sivashanmugam, S. Kavitha, R. Yukesh Kannah, Sunita Varjani, S. AdishKumar, Gopalakrishnan Kumar, J. Rajesh Banu
Summary: The article discusses the efficient application of lignocellulosic biomass for producing valuable chemicals, focusing on the pyrolysis conversion mechanism and influential parameters. It critically analyzes the environmental and economical aspects while addressing challenges and potential solutions in implementing lignocellulosic biomass pyrolysis.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bhupendra Koul, Mohammad Yakoob, Maulin P. Shah
Summary: Globally, large amounts of agricultural wastes are generated daily, needing strategies for timely utilization to achieve agricultural sustainability and ensure food and health security. These wastes come from various sources such as crop residue, agro-industries, livestock, and aquaculture, with their management and utilization being a global issue.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoli Hao, Yuhong Li, Siyu Ren, Haitao Wu, Yu Hao
Summary: The digital economy has shown strong resilience and potential, with a positive impact on green economic growth. The study examines the relationship between digitization and green economy growth and explores the spatial spillover effect. The findings suggest that digitization promotes green economy growth and has a positive spatial effect.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mahdieh Mozaffari Majd, Vahid Kordzadeh-Kermani, Vahab Ghalandari, Anis Askari, Mika Sillanpaa
Summary: This paper gathers the most widely used adsorption isotherms and their definitions, along with examples of recent related work. A total of 37 adsorption isotherms collected from research published between 2010 and 2020 are presented, along with their parameters and applicable definitions. A table featuring the usage of these isotherms in peer-reviewed studies is also provided.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sam Fankhauser, Stephen M. Smith, Myles Allen, Kaya Axelsson, Thomas Hale, Cameron Hepburn, J. Michael Kendall, Radhika Khosla, Javier Lezaun, Eli Mitchell-Larson, Michael Obersteiner, Lavanya Rajamani, Rosalind Rickaby, Nathalie Seddon, Thom Wetzer
Summary: The concept of net-zero carbon emissions is rooted in physical climate science but is operationalized through social, political, and economic systems. Seven critical attributes have been identified for the successful implementation of net zero, emphasizing the urgency of emission reductions, coverage of all emission sources, cautious use of carbon dioxide removals, and alignment with broader sustainable development objectives.
NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Akbar Hojjati-Najafabadi, Mojtaba Mansoorianfar, Tongxiang Liang, Khashayar Shahin, Hassan Karimi-Maleh
Summary: This study reviews the idea of using magnetic sensors to control and monitor hazardous pollutants in water resources. It discusses water pollutants and toxicology in different water sources and emphasizes the potential of magnetic materials as sensors for pollutant control. The study highlights the importance of controlling hazardous pollutants and the environmental applications of magnetic nano sensors in water resources.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Herve Corvellec, Alison F. Stowell, Nils Johansson
Summary: Critiques addressed to the circular economy and circular business models focus on their diffused limits, unclear theoretical grounds, and structural obstacles. The sustainability value of the circular economy is uncertain compared to what its advocates claim.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Zhihao Yuan, Rajat Nag, Enda Cummins
Summary: Marine plastic waste pollution is a pressing global environmental issue that has attracted attention worldwide. This study conducts a review of microplastics, providing insight into their definition, characterization, and their presence in marine and food systems. The study reveals that plastic waste does not biodegrade but breaks down into small particles that can be ingested by organisms, posing potential risks to both human health and the environment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shamshad Khan, Mu Naushad, Muthusamy Govarthanan, Jibran Iqbal, Sulaiman M. Alfadul
Summary: This article provides an overview of emerging sources of contaminants, detection technologies, and treatment strategies, with a focus on evaluating adsorption as a method for treating emerging pollutants and discussing sophisticated and cost-effective approaches for treating emerging contaminants.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sidi Zhu, Muhammad Asim Khan, Tomohito Kameda, Haihua Xu, Fengyun Wang, Mingzhu Xia, Toshiaki Yoshioka
Summary: The phosphonate functionalized layered double hydroxide proved to be an excellent adsorbent for capturing toxicant metal ions, with a maximum adsorption capacity dominated by chemisorption and monolayer interaction. In addition, the spent adsorbent showed satisfactory reusability after multiple cycles, and Forcite simulation suggested electrostatic interaction as a critical mechanism for modifiers and the surface sites of the interlayer.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mario Coccia
Summary: The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) remains a constant pandemic threat, with new mutations of the viral agent (SARS-CoV-2) causing socioeconomic issues. To evaluate countries' preparedness for the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, two basic indexes were developed to measure their performance. The efficiency of countries in reducing mortality and promoting COVID-19 vaccinations was assessed through the Index r (resilience) and Index p (preparedness and prevention) respectively, highlighting the importance of preparedness and public health governance in facing future pandemic threats.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Feng Dong, Yangfan Li, Yujin Gao, Jiao Zhu, Chang Qin, Xiaoyun Zhang
Summary: This study found that in 32 developed countries, most countries have low carbon emission efficiency, but overall, renewable energy development contributes to improving carbon emission efficiency. Additionally, an important threshold effect was discovered, indicating a significant tipping point in the impact of renewable energy development on carbon emission efficiency.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tomiwa Sunday Adebayo, Seun Damola Oladipupo, Ibrahim Adeshola, Husam Rjoub
Summary: This study utilizes wavelet analysis to reveal the dynamic interconnection between CO2 emissions and economic growth, renewable energy use, trade openness, and technological innovation in the Portuguese economy. The results show that the relationships among the indicators progress over time and frequency, with renewable energy consumption helping to reduce CO2 emissions, while economic growth, trade openness, and technological innovation contribute to CO2 emissions. Policymakers in Portugal should focus on promoting investment in renewable energy sources, implementing restrictive laws, and enhancing energy innovation to reduce CO2 emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiang Wang, Ting Yang, Rongrong Li
Summary: The research finds that income inequality changes the relationship between economic growth and carbon emissions, shifting it from an inverted U-shape to an N-shape, thus increasing the complexity of decoupling economic growth from carbon emissions. During periods of low income inequality, economic growth increases carbon emissions, but as income inequality increases, economic growth suppresses carbon emissions. This phenomenon is more pronounced in high-income countries.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Rekha Khandia, Shailja Singhal, Taha Alqahtani, Mohammad Amjad Kamal, Nahed A. El-Shall, Firzan Nainu, Perumal Arumugam Desingu, Kuldeep Dhama
Summary: Since December 2019, SARS-CoV-2 has been rapidly evolving and mutating, leading to various variants with different levels of infectivity and lethality. The most recent variant of concern is Omicron (B.1.1.529), which has raised concerns about its ability to evade pre-existing immunity and overcome antibody-based therapies. Several theories have been proposed to explain the high number of mutations in Omicron. To successfully handle the ongoing pandemic, a multifaceted approach including rapid diagnosis, genome analysis, vaccination, and updated medical facilities is needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jerry L. Holechek, Hatim M. E. Geli, Mohammed N. Sawalhah, Raul Valdez
Summary: Our study evaluated the effectiveness of using eight pathways in combination for a complete transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy by 2050. The key findings include the need to increase renewable energy production and improve energy efficiency, as well as the importance of energy conservation policies and carbon taxes. The study also highlights the varying levels of per capita energy consumption based on regional, national development, and climate conditions, and emphasizes the necessity of major lifestyle changes in developed countries and global cooperation to achieve a full energy transition.
