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Research & science Tiny waves in the deep ocean can affect the climate thousands of kilometres away What happens in the deep ocean might seem far removed from your everyday life. A new study shows otherwise. University of Cambridge — The Conversation institution feed · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science What Management Control Practices Do Electric Utilities Rely on When It Comes to Fostering the Social Pillar of Sustainability? A Comparative Analysis of the European Union and the United States Sustainable Development, EarlyView. Sustainable Development (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Generator Dependence and the Dirty Resilience Trap: Firm Adaptation, Environmental Externalities, and Business Strategy in Africa Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Strategic Approaches to ESG Reporting: Analysing ESG Disclosures of Listed Companies Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Linking Hydrological Stress to Food Security Outcomes: Evaluating SDG 2 Performance in Arid African Regions Sustainable Development, EarlyView. Sustainable Development (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Ethisphere Firms: A Study of Ethics and Governance Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Stakeholder‐Driven Food Policy and Multilevel Governance for Agri‐Food Systems Resilience: Integrating Climate Change, Food Security, and Biodiversity Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Tourism Specialisation and Sustainable Development Performance in Spanish Cities Sustainable Development, EarlyView. Sustainable Development (Wiley) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Electrical signature of trans-lithospheric shear zones Nature Reviews Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Fabrication of low-cost ceramic microfiltration membranes with the addition of fly ash to kaolin-natural zeolite structure for greywater treatment Nature subject feed — Sustainability · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Racial and economic disparities in coastal access and engagement mediate the ocean’s contribution to human wellbeing Nature subject feed — Sustainability · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Ground-based urban sulfate aerosol transported from the boundary layer aloft Communications Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Dominant drivers and projected increases in soil cracking risk across China Communications Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Unique nitrogenous organics in aloft atmospheric particles across the United States Communications Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Spatiotemporal variations in hydrometeorological drought across North Africa and indications of anthropogenic amplification Communications Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Organic–inorganic carbon coupling shapes carbon dioxide fluxes in seagrass ecosystems Communications Earth & Environment (Nature Portfolio) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Research on low-carbon development path of manufacturing industry: a perspective on factor allocation balance and synergy Factor structural imbalances brought about by factor market incompleteness can lead to a significant divergence in the marginal returns of factor inputs between high and low-efficiency firms, which emphasizes the necessity of a rational allocation of factors. The study proposed a meta-heuristic optimization random forest model with strong interpretability to identify the nonlinear partial depen… Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Multi-objective optimisation of hydrodynamic journal bearings for wind turbine gearboxes: a CFD-FEM coupled framework for enhanced performance, durability and sustainability The continued growth of wind turbine size has intensified the technical demands placed on mechanical drivetrains, making the design of reliable and efficient bearing systems a central challenge for multi‑megawatt installations. Hydrodynamic journal bearings have been increasingly reconsidered for selected high-speed gearbox positions, particularly where rolling bearings experience degradation u… Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Cannabis sativa L. biomass valorization as a strategic bioresource for South Africa’s circular bioeconomy: integrating biorefinery pathways and green extraction South Africa’s legalized Cannabis Sativa L. industry generates substantial biomass waste, including post-harvest materials such as stalks, leaves, roots, and seeds, as well as post-extraction residues rich in lignocellulosic components (cellulose, lignin, hemicellulose) and functional compounds (fibers, phenolic compounds, and proteins) which remain largely unvalorized. This review critically a… Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Prioritizing digitalization strategies for circular economy implementation in the agrifood supply chain of the fish canning industry This study examines the integration of circular economy (CE) principles and digitalization in agri-food supply chains (ASC), with a particular focus on the fish canning industry, to identify and prioritize key drivers, strategies, and implementation approaches for improving sustainability and operational efficiency. A mixed-methods approach is employed, beginning with a systematic literature re… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Nanotreatment improves agronomic traits of Amaranth ( Amaranthus spp.) under arid field conditions Climate change and increasing water scarcity pose major challenges to agricultural sustainability, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions such as Uzbekistan. This study evaluated the effects of nano-treatment (NT) under full (FI), moderate (MI), and deficit irrigation (DI) regimes on the growth, yield, and physiological performance of ( Amaranthus spp.). Seeds were treated with nano-silicon… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Evaluating sustainable innovation pathways for climate-resilient growth in Ethiopia under climate and systemic challenges Ethiopia faces escalating climate risks, including recurrent droughts, erratic rainfall, rising temperatures, biodiversity loss, and freshwater scarcity, which threaten food security and sustainable development. This study investigates how sustainable innovation can serve as a pathway for climate-resilient growth by analysing climate data (1973–2020), stakeholder surveys across multiple regions… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Power quality, voltage instability, and workshop sustainability in small-scale enterprises in South East Nigeria This study investigated the impact of power quality disturbances; voltage surges, brownouts, and frequency deviations on the operational efficiency and equipment lifespan of small-scale metal, wood, and electrical/electronics workshops in South East Nigeria. Addressing Sustainable Development Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), the study adopts a Mi… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Arsenic contamination in drinking water in South Asia and its public health impacts including implications for leishmaniasis The contamination of arsenic in surface water and groundwater across different regions of the world is caused due to both natural and anthropogenic origins. Arsenic in drinking water sources causes several adverse effects in humans. Worldwide, more than 230 million people are exposed to arsenic, including approximately 180 million people in South Asia. The contamination of groundwater has been … Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Wildfire smoke exposure impacts wing development of two pest outbreaking moths in boreal forests Wildfires and insect outbreaks are major natural disturbances in boreal forests, and both are intensifying with climate change. Since insects are sensitive bio-indicators, wildfire smoke may alter their role in forest ecosystems. In 2023, wildfires in Eastern Canada caused extreme smoke events, with fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) reaching hazardous air quality levels above 400 µg/m 3 . … Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Exploring the role of advanced oxidation processes in microplastics pollution research: A systematic literature review Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) are a promising tool for microplastics (MPs) pollution research, with applications in aging, degradation, digestion, adsorption, and desorption processes. Therefore, this review aimed to identify the main applications of AOPs and the findings from MPs studies. The systematic literature review was conducted using the Web of Science database, which retrieved 38… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science CO and NO 2 dynamics in a Brazilian tropical transition zone: the role of land use and road infrastructure Land-use dynamics and road infrastructure are key anthropogenic drivers of air pollution in tropical landscapes undergoing rapid transformation. This study investigates how land cover and proximity to major roads influence carbon monoxide (CO) and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) concentrations in a transitional region between the Amazon and Cerrado biomes, in Brazil. Sentinel-5P (TROPOMI) satellite data… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Microbiologically influenced corrosion in aquatic environments: a review of mechanisms, biofilms, and materials Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is a major cause of metal degradation in aquatic environments, accounting for a significant proportion of global economic losses. This review provides an integrated and updated overview of MIC in aquatic ecosystems, emphasizing the interactions between microorganisms, biofilms, metallic materials, and environmental conditions. Rather than considering… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Biological and mechanical pretreatment for improved kraft pulping of Melocanna baccifera : a combined Trametes versicolor and defibration approach Suitable process technologies need to be identified and adapted for effective pulping of different raw materials in the paper industry. The present study focuses on the effects of biological and mechanical pretreatments on kraft pulping of Melocanna baccifera . The biological pretreatment with the fungus Trametes versicolor was optimized using a special experimental design through STATISTICA 7.… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Driving mechanisms and economic coupling development of agricultural net carbon sink in Chongming Island, Shanghai: a synergistic approach using LMDI-Tapio and entropy weight methods Amid escalating global climate challenges, the transition to agricultural green development (AGD) is critical for balancing environmental sustainability and economic growth. This study uses the LMDI-Tapio model to analyze the coupling relationship and driving factors between agricultural net carbon sinks (ANCS) and economic growth on Chongming Island and employs the entropy weight method to con… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Optimal carbon capture and storage deployment strategies for fossil-energy power supply chain with service-based provision and consumer environmental recognition: a differential game analysis Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a key technology for decarbonizing fossil-energy power systems while maintaining reliable electricity supply, whose large-scale deployment is often constrained by high investment costs and infrastructure-coordination barriers. Emerging third-party CCS services provide a potential pathway for reducing these barriers, but it remains unclear how such service-bas… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Long-term rice and maize crop yield dynamics and future forecast under changing atmospheric pollution in eastern Uttar Pradesh, India Air pollution remains a longstanding and critical environmental challenge in India. It is not only a significant health hazard but also a critical threat to agricultural productivity. The presence of various pollutants in the atmosphere negatively affects the growth and yield of rice and maize crops, raising concerns about food security. Therefore, it becomes crucial to assess the long-term beh… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Sustainable treatment of automobile industry wastewater: integrating physicochemical and biochemical insights from microalgal phycoremediation Effluents from automobile industries are complex mixtures of industrial discharge, usually composed of various chemical constituents, and hence, they require sustainable and biologically driven remediation strategies. This study is the first integrated evaluation of microalgal phycoremediation on automobile industry wastewater that analyzed the phycoremediation potential of four microalgal mono… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Automatic acquisition method of ground vegetation conditions based on U-Net and clustering algorithm in remote sensing monitoring The current agricultural and forestry remote sensing monitoring relies on low-level features to obtain information about the specific conditions of ground vegetation, and the quality of the obtained information is not high. In response to this situation, the study proposes an automatic acquisition method for ground vegetation conditions based on the U-shaped Network (U-Net) and clustering algor… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Sustainability, circular economy and digitalisation in the European textile and clothing industry: an applied maturity framework The manufacture and sale of textile and clothing (T&C) products have witnessed steady growth in recent decades, with corresponding increases in raw materials consumption, waste generation, and negative environmental impact. Clothing and textiles have typically been produced in linear fashion, and only in recent years has the recycling of finished goods gained traction in the marketplace. Throug… Frontiers in Sustainability · 13 Jul 2026 Research & science Re‐Ontologizing Leadership Identity for Sustainable Business: Embedding Leaders' Decarbonization Competences in Bahrain's Sunset Industry Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 12 Jul 2026 Research & science No clear support for return to old Senedd voting system - major voter study More people in Wales favour keeping the current Senedd voting system than returning to the old one, according to a new in-depth study of May’s devolved election. Swansea University News · 12 Jul 2026 Research & science Trees for hotter cities: New approach can bolster community input in meeting targets Efforts to plant more trees in cities could be boosted thanks to a new tool for planners and community groups, published by an international group of researchers. Residents, policymakers and tree officers in Cardiff, Milton Keynes, Edinburgh, York and Camden worked with academics to develop new advice to grow trees in a way that benefits both people and nature. Phys.org — Environment tag feed · 12 Jul 2026 Research & science Methane emissions from natural gas end use in residential, commercial, and institutional buildings in Canada Fugitive leaks and stationary combustion from natural gas (NG) end use (post-meter) in buildings contribute to emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Fugitive leaks from appliances and piping and emissions from exhaust vents have been measured at residential buildings in the U.S. and China, but thus far, no published measurements from residential and commercial/institutional buildings i… Environmental Research: Infrastructure and Sustainability (IOP) · 12 Jul 2026 Research & science Algorithmic interception: ad-tech, climate, and the case of Canada’s oil sands Oil and gas companies utilize artificial intelligence and advertising technology (ad-tech) to influence public discourse on climate and energy issues. Through contracts with public relations and advertising agencies, these companies access programmatic advertising: the automated generation, purchase, and display of digital ads in real time based on user queries and other targeting signals. Thes… Environmental Research Letters (IOP) · 12 Jul 2026