Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing Wei, Zhanqing Li, Ke Li, Russell R. Dickerson, Rachel T. Pinker, Jun Wang, Xiong Liu, Lin Sun, Wenhao Xue, Maureen Cribb
Summary: This study presents a new method to estimate ground-level ozone concentrations in China using solar radiation intensity and surface temperature. The generated dataset provides reliable and valuable information, including short-term severe ozone pollution events and the rapid increase and recovery of ozone concentrations associated with changes in anthropogenic emissions. The study also reveals an increase in summertime ozone concentrations and the probability of daily ozone pollution since 2015, with a decline observed in 2020 due to air pollution control measures and the COVID-19 pandemic.
REMOTE SENSING OF ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Nate G. McDowell, Gerard Sapes, Alexandria Pivovaroff, Henry D. Adams, Craig D. Allen, William R. L. Anderegg, Matthias Arend, David D. Breshears, Tim Brodribb, Brendan Choat, Herve Cochard, Miquel De Caceres, Martin G. De Kauwe, Charlotte Grossiord, William M. Hammond, Henrik Hartmann, Gunter Hoch, Ansgar Kahmen, Tamir Klein, D. Scott Mackay, Marylou Mantova, Jordi Martinez-Vilalta, Belinda E. Medlyn, Maurizio Mencuccini, Andrea Nardini, Rafael S. Oliveira, Anna Sala, David T. Tissue, Jose M. Torres-Ruiz, Amy M. Trowbridge, Anna T. Trugman, Erin Wiley, Chonggang Xu
Summary: Drought-associated woody-plant mortality is increasing globally, impacting climate, biodiversity, and resources. This review synthesizes knowledge of the mechanisms underlying drought-related tree death, including water and carbon depletion, and the influence of soil-to-root conductance and carbon supply rates.
NATURE REVIEWS EARTH & ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bingxiang Yuan, Zihao Li, Yiming Chen, Hong Ni, Zuqing Zhao, Weijie Chen, Jin Zhao
Summary: In this study, SEM and drop-weight tests were used to investigate the reinforcing effect of glass fiber and SH Polymer on granite residual soil. The results showed that the particles were tightly bonded and formed a bonding system with glass fiber. Additionally, the impact resistance reached its maximum when the glass fiber content was 3.0%.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xi Yuan, Chi-Wei Su, Muhammad Umar, Xuefeng Shao, Oana-Ramona Lobont
Summary: This article investigates the role of renewable energy (RE) in reducing greenhouse gas emissions through a rolling-window Granger causality test. The study finds that the negative impact of RE on CO2 emissions indicates its increasing potential as a replacement for traditional energy sources. These results align with the energy-environment model, demonstrating the excellent performance of RE in achieving carbon neutrality.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Erfan Babaee Tirkolaee, Alireza Goli, Peiman Ghasemi, Fariba Goodarzian
Summary: This study develops a mathematical model to design a sustainable mask Closed-Loop Supply Chain Network (CLSCN) during the COVID-19 outbreak. A multi-objective Mixed-Integer Linear Programming (MILP) model is proposed to address various decisions within a multi-period multi-echelon multi-product supply chain. Sustainable development is considered by minimizing the total cost, total pollution, and total human risk. Two algorithms, MOGWO and NSGA-II, are used to solve the model and find Pareto optimal solutions. The results show that MOGWO performs better in terms of dispersion and solution quality. A real case study and sensitivity analyses are conducted to validate the model. Practical implications and managerial insights are discussed.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Naipeng Lin, Yishu Gong, Ruotong Wang, Yin Wang, Xiaodong Zhang
Summary: Perovskite, with its low cost, high stability, excellent catalytic activity, diverse structure, and strong conversion adaptability, has attracted widespread attention in the field of modern environmental catalysis. By coupling perovskite catalysts with advanced oxidation processes, it is possible to effectively remove organic pollutants from wastewater.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guangli Li, Xiaoman Qi, Jingtao Wu, Lijian Xu, Xuan Wan, Ying Liu, Yuwei Chen, Qing Li
Summary: A novel label-free molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) voltammetric sensor was developed for the efficient and selective detection of trace norfloxacin (NOR), which is of great significance for food safety and environmental protection.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed Osman, Samer Fawzy, Mohamed Farghali, Marwa El-Azazy, Ahmed M. Elgarahy, Ramy Amer Fahim, M. I. A. Abdel Maksoud, Abbas Abdullah Ajlan, Mahmoud Yousry, Yasmeen Saleem, David W. Rooney
Summary: Biochar, a versatile and recycled material, has found many applications in various sectors such as agriculture, animal farming, environmental remediation, and construction. It offers benefits such as promoting crop growth, improving animal health, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing soil properties.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sai Ma, Guizhou Yuan, Ying Zhang, Ning Yang, Yujing Li, Qi Chen
Summary: Despite significant progress in the efficiency of perovskite solar cells, their commercialization has been hindered by the lack of stability. Encapsulation is crucial in providing protection against outdoor aging stressors and improving device stability.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maryam Salehi
Summary: Global water shortages due to various factors have led to water utilities and consumers adopting different practices to cope, which may pose risks to water quality. It is important to conduct consistent monitoring and implement mitigation strategies to reduce potential risks.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Carla S. S. Ferreira, Samaneh Seifollahi-Aghmiuni, Georgia Destouni, Navid Ghajarnia, Zahra Kalantari
Summary: This paper examines the issue of soil degradation in the European Mediterranean region, highlighting the importance of soil resources and the current challenges they face. Suggestions are made for establishing a soil monitoring system to support decision making and achieve sustainable development goals.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Xinrong Fu, Rongrong Hou, Peng Yang, Shengtao Qian, Zhuqing Feng, Zhongbing Chen, Fei Wang, Rongfang Yuan, Huilun Chen, Beihai Zhou
Summary: This review summarizes the effects of liquid, solid, and gaseous carbon sources on denitrification, finding that sodium acetate is the preferred external carbon source, biodegradable polymers perform better in solid-phase denitrification but have a higher price, and methane can be used as a gaseous carbon source. Liquid carbon sources are better controlled and utilized, and high carbon to nitrogen ratio, hydraulic retention time, and temperature promote denitrification.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huanyan Liu, Jian-Gan Wang, Wei Hua, Lingbo Ren, Huanhuan Sun, Zhidong Hou, Yu Huyan, Yunjing Cao, Chunguang Wei, Feiyu Kang
Summary: This research proposes a novel metal-organic complex interphase strategy to address the corrosion and dendrite issues in aqueous Zn metal batteries. By forming complex interphases between metal Zn and phytic acid, the deposition of Zn is made more uniform and the Coulombic efficiency is significantly improved, leading to enhanced stability and cycling lifetime of Zn metal batteries.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adel Ali Al-Gheethi, Qasdina Marsya Azhar, Ponnusamy Senthil Kumar, Abdiadim Abdirizak Yusuf, Abdullah Khaled Al-Buriahi, Radin Maya Saphira Radin Mohamed, Muhanna Mohammed Al-shaibani
Summary: The review focused on the efficiency of different adsorbents, particularly agricultural waste adsorbents, for removing RhB dye from wastewater. It was found that agricultural waste adsorbents have high potential for RhB removal, with excellent removal performance and high adsorption capacity.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhanglin Guo, Ajay Kumar Jena, Gyu Min Kim, Tsutomu Miyasaka
Summary: Perovskite solar cells have achieved significant progress in recent years, particularly in terms of their high open-circuit voltage. Improving the open-circuit voltage is critical for enhancing device efficiency. This review paper provides an overview of the recent developments in the open-circuit voltage of perovskite solar cells, discussing strategies to reduce undesirable recombination in the perovskite film and at the interfaces.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hetong Wang, Shaozhou Qi, Chaobo Zhou, Jingjie Zhou, Xiaoyan Huang
Summary: The Green Credit Guidelines in China have a significant positive impact on the quality of enterprise green innovation, especially in state-owned enterprises and more developed regions. Fiscal decentralization can positively influence enterprise green innovation, and the improvement in green innovation can further increase economic returns for enterprises.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Siow Hwa Teo, Chi Huey Ng, Aminul Islam, G. Abdulkareem-Alsultan, Collin G. Joseph, Jidon Janaun, Yun Hin Taufiq-Yap, Shahjalal Khandaker, Gazi Jahirul Islam, Hussein Znad, Md Rabiul Awual
Summary: Textile dye is a significant water pollutant worldwide, especially in developing countries where dumping textile effluent is common. Recycling wastewater is an important option to reduce environmental pollution, and adsorption is a promising method for treating dye-contaminated water. This review critically assesses various adsorbents for dye removal, focusing on efficient adsorbents and cutting-edge processes.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Ziyao Wang, Xin Li, Yueting Mao, Liang Li, Xiangrong Wang, Qing Lin
Summary: This study proposes an integrated model framework to simulate land use changes and carbon storage at the city level, and finds that controlling economic and population growth, promoting energy transition, and expanding woodland can increase carbon storage.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shivam Rawat, Rakesh K. Mishra, Thallada Bhaskar
Summary: This review summarizes the preparation methods of biomass-derived carbon materials and discusses their applications in supercapacitor electrodes, along with the associated challenges and perspectives.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Quanlong Wang, Catharine A. Adams, Fayuan Wang, Yuhuan Sun, Shuwu Zhang
Summary: Microplastics have diverse impacts on soil ecosystems, potentially harming soil fauna and their ecological functions. Conversely, soil fauna can also influence microplastics, affecting their growth, reproduction, lifespan, and survival.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
