There are several upcoming events and initiatives in the community that focus on education, health, and support for families and students. One of the upcoming events is a doula certification workshop. Doulas are trained professionals who support families during childbirth, providing physical, emot
The Greater Dhaka area has seen a massive boom in building and tearing down structures over the past 50 years. This rapid urban growth has led to a significant increase in construction and demolition waste. This waste is often overlooked, but it presents a unique opportunity. First, let's talk abo
Electronic waste is a big problem. It's full of valuable metals that can be reused. One way to get these metals is through bioleaching. This process uses tiny organisms to pull out metals from waste. A recent study focused on getting pure copper from old printed circuit boards. This is important bec
Renfrow, a former standout wide receiver for the Las Vegas Raiders, is now making waves in a completely different field. He is no longer known for his precise route-running or clutch plays, but for his new role as a recycling advocate. This shift might seem surprising, but it's a testament to his ad
The world of bike-sharing has brought plenty of good things, like easier commutes and less traffic. But it has also left behind a problem: what to do with all the old bike frames that get thrown away? This issue is not just about trash. It is about finding new uses for these frames, especially in ru
Plastic recycling is a hot topic these days. One exciting development is the use of zinc-based networks to break down a common plastic called PET. These networks act like super-efficient catalysts, speeding up chemical reactions without getting used up themselves. They turn PET into something valuab
China is a massive player in the plastic industry, but there's a lot more to the story than just the usual suspects like PE and PP. There are 12 types of non-commodity plastics that don't get as much attention. These plastics are tricky to define and track, making it hard to figure out how much is
The world's hunger for gold is growing, but the Earth's supply is running low. This has sparked a race to find new ways to get gold, like recycling old electronics and pulling it from seawater. But there's a big problem: finding a way to pull out tiny amounts of gold from messy water mixtures is sup
Denim is everywhere. It's tough, it's blue, and it's a staple in closets worldwide. But what happens when our favorite jeans wear out? Most end up in landfills or are burned, which is a huge waste. Over 80% of discarded denim meets this fate. That's a lot of wasted material. Imagine if we c
Imagine trying to recycle batteries using harsh chemicals and lots of energy. It's a tough job, right? That's the reality of hydrometallurgical recycling. It's not just hard on the environment; it's also not very efficient. But what if there was a better way? Enter lasers. Scientists have f
