Biodegradation Potential of Oil-based Drill Cuttings Encapsulated with Cement in the Soil Environment by Rim-Rukeh Akpofure

“…Results of soil analyses show that physico-chemical and biological characteristics of the soil environment as; pH (5.6 – 3.9), temperature (27.7 – 39.5 oC), redox potential (-114mV – (-80mV), total organic carbon (12.7% - 7.3%), sulphate (0.7 – 0.2mg/l), nitrate (6.7 – 2.2mg/l), moisture content (82-89%) and total microbial count (105 – 1013 cfu/g). …”
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Tree inventory and ecosystem service assessment using web-based geographic information system (GIS) tools: Case study in Edirne by Eylül Malkoç

“…These trees remove 330 kg of pollutants and sequester 5851.09 kg of carbon annually. Despite its limited tree capacity, the Selimiye Campus holds significant potential for regulatory ecosystem services. …”
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Study on Pore Structure of Shale Reservoir by Low Temperature Nitrogen Adsorption Method by Huaying Mi, Yujie Guo, Xiaogang Yu

“…The development of micropores and mesopores in the shale samples is associated with organic matter content, while the development of macropores is linked to clay minerals content. Total organic carbon (TOC) content is the key element to control the nanopore volume and the specific surface area of the reservoir rocks from the study area. …”
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Innovative bean sprouts basket (iBSB): A conceptual paper on a new dimension of low-cost bean sprout cultivation among agro-community by Yusuf Munifah Siti Amira, Takrim Aiman, Lazim Siti Saripa Rabiah Mat

“…A modified atmosphere with high carbon dioxide and low oxygen can be used as a sprouting environment to control sprout growth. …”
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Recycling of Waste Streams of the Biotechnological Poly(hydroxyalkanoate) Production by Haloferax mediterranei on Whey by Martin Koller

“…For manufacturing “bioplastics” such as poly(hydroxyalkanoates) (PHA), the combination of utilization of inexpensive carbon sources with the application of robust microbial production strains is considered a decisive step to make this process more cost-efficient and sustainable. …”
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Development and Structural Evaluation of Dog Bone Particle–Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Biomedical Applications by Adebayo Felix Owa, Peter Apata Olubambi

“…Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) revealed the main elements’ contents of the DBPs as calcium (50.3%), carbon (20.77%) and oxygen (11.76%). Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) examination of the fractured surfaces revealed the homogeneous distribution of the dog bone particulates within the epoxy matrix, which caused the property enhancement. …”
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The Role of Hydrogen Bond Interactions in Crystal Formation of Pyrrolo-Azines Alcohols by Marcel Mirel Popa, Mihai Răducă, Isabela C. Man, Florea Dumitrascu

“…One of the most important features is the presence of the hydroxyl group bonded to an asymmetric carbon atom which was involved in strong hydrogen bonds. …”
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Effect of CNT-COOH Addition on the Compressive Strength, Chloride Resistance, and Microstructure of Cement Mortar by Xiaofan Wang, Yao Shi, Xueyang Pei, Lipeng Cui, Hua Zhu

“…This work evaluated the effect of multiwalled carboxyl carbon nanotube (CNT-COOH), upon cement mortar. In order to obtain a homogeneous suspension, the CNT-COOH was dispersed in distilled water, and it then underwent an ultrasonication treatment. …”
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Climate Change and Florida: Frequently Asked Questions by Joshua Papacek, Ashley Smyth, Holly Abeels, Alicia Betancourt

“…The FAQ address several areas of concerns, including the basic science behind climate change, the projected impacts to residents of south Florida, and actions that individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprints. Written by Joshua Papacek, Ashley Smyth, Holly Abeels, and Alicia Betancourt, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Soil and Water Sciences. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ss682 …”
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Ground-penetrating radar investigation of regolith thickness on a periglacial alpine summit flat, Uinta Mountains, Utah, USA by Jeffrey S. Munroe

“…Recognition that regolith thickness can vary considerably beneath an alpine summit flat has implications for soil formation, carbon storage, and the transmission and storage of shallow groundwater, as well as evolutionary models for periglacial mountain landscapes.…”
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Mechanical Properties of Fiber Reinforced Lightweight Concrete Containing Surfactant by Yoo-Jae Kim, Jiong Hu, Soon-Jae Lee, Byung-Hee You

“…The primary independent variables were the types and volume fraction of fibers, and the amount of air in the concrete. Polypropylene and carbon fibers were investigated at 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4% volume ratios. …”
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A Review of Biomass Energy: Comparison of Utilization Methods and Future Prospects by Zhang Kai

“…While challenges remain, such as cost and technical barriers, biomass energy provides an effective, carbon-neutral path for reducing fossil fuel dependence. …”
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Metrics used in quality improvement publications addressing environmental sustainability in healthcare: A scoping review protocol. by Colin Sue-Chue-Lam, Sezgi Yanikomeroglu, Doulia Hamad, Brian Wong, Karen Born

“…We will search multiple electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Scopus) from 2000 onwards, to identify published quality improvement initiatives in the human healthcare setting intended to address ecological impact with at least one quantitative measure of ecological impact, such as kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent greenhouse gas. Two independent reviewers working in parallel will screen studies for inclusion and abstract study data, including publication, study, and ecological impact characteristics. …”
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Creating Agent-Based Energy Transition Management Models That Can Uncover Profitable Pathways to Climate Change Mitigation by Auke Hoekstra, Maarten Steinbuch, Geert Verbong

“…Assumptions about discount rates and the social cost of carbon should be configurable. The model should contain interactions between the global, national, local, and individual level. …”
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Q-Learning-Driven Butterfly Optimization Algorithm for Green Vehicle Routing Problem Considering Customer Preference by Weiping Meng, Yang He, Yongquan Zhou

“…The influence of decision makers’ subjective preferences and weight factors on fuel consumption, carbon emissions, penalty cost, and total cost are analyzed. …”
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Crystal structure and Hirshfeld surface analysis of 1,3,3,4,4,5,5-heptafluoro-2-(3-[(2,3,3,4,4,5,5-heptafluorocyclopenten-1-yl)oxy]-2-{[(2,3,3,4,4,5,5-heptafluorocyclopenten-1-yl)o... by Andrew J. Peloquin, Gary J. Balaich, Abby R. Jennings

“…In the title compound, C20H9F21O3, a central sp3-hybridized carbon atom is decorated with three heptafluoro-2-methyloxy(cyclopent-1-ene) arms and a methyl group. …”
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Multiparameter Logging Evaluation of Chang 73 Shale Oil in the Jiyuan Area, Ordos Basin by Bobiao Liu, Chengqian Tan, Yinchao Huai, Yuhan Tan, Han Zhang, Zhao Feng

“…Based on the core analysis, conventional logging, and array acoustic logging data, the total organic carbon, hydrocarbon generation potential, brittleness, and anisotropy of shale reservoirs were calculated. …”
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Borehole heat exchangers in coastal areas may reduce heatwave seagrass loss by Rotman Criollo, Víctor Vilarrasa, Alejandro Orfila, Núria Marbà, Angels Fernández-Mora

“…Abstract Mitigation of climate change, implies, among other measures, the increase on the use of carbon-free energy sources, ensuring a zero environmental footprint. …”
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Material Flow Analysis of Fossil Fuels in China during 2000–2010 by Sheng Wang, Jing Dai, Meirong Su

“…It is advisable to control the fossil fuels consumption by energy recycling and new energy facilities’ popularization in order to lead a sustainable access to nonrenewable resources and decrease the soaring carbon emissions.…”
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Microbial Cellulose Production from Bacteria Isolated from Rotten Fruit by B. E. Rangaswamy, K. P. Vanitha, Basavaraj S. Hungund

“…Optimization studies were conducted for process parameters like inoculum density, temperature, pH, agitation, and carbon and nitrogen sources using Gluconacetobacter sp. …”
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