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New Method To Eliminate Ibuprofen From Polluted Waters Using Ultrasound


An international team of scientists have developed an ultrasound treatment to remove ibuprofen from waters polluted with this drug by subjecting it to ultrasonic waves that are generated by a piezoelectric generator which could be used in water purification plants to avoid the emission of pharmaceutical pollutants into rivers, lakes, seas and other surface waters.

MIT teams harness bacteria to produce energy, clean up environment


Researchers in the growing field of metabolic engineering are trying to manipulate bacteria's unique abilities to help generate energy and clean up Earth's atmosphere seeing bacteria as diverse and complex "chemical factories" that can potentially build better biofuels as well as biodegradable plastics and textiles.

LG Electronics Highlights Global Initiative : 'Life's Good When it's Green'


LG Electronics, a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, announced its "Life's Good When its Green" initiative, the foundation of its global sustainability program focusing on sustainability through Eco - Design and Eco - Products, reduction of hazardous materials, responsible electronics recycling and addressing global climate change.