New insight into methanotrophic bacteria that are able to oxidize methane, a potent greenhouse gas, may enable scientists to develop a range of biotechnological applications that provide opportunities for exploiting methane while at the same time protecting the environment. In...
Landfill gas consists largely of methane, a gas that is formed within landfills as a result of methanogenesis that occurs during the decomposition of organic waste. Methanogenesis can be defined as either: 1) "Bacterial conversion of methanogenic substrates [acetate, formats,...
Landfills are harsh and hazardous environments. They are subjected to heavy earthworks; exposed to the elements, including harsh sun and rain; as well as toxic and highly corrosive chemicals, and explosive natural gases that consist largely of methane. Consequently, great...
Marine science education is a popular choice amongst students, who can either venture into marine biology or oceanography, depending on their long-term goals. But no matter what discipline of marine science they follow, understanding the chemistry and quality of seawater...
No matter whether you are an educator that would like to teach students how to conduct soil quality tests to determine the properties of soil, an environmental science student, or a hobby gardener that needs to learn the basics of...
Methane Leaks from Barnett Shale Gas Wells Raise Environmental Concerns A recent study conducted by scientists from the University of Houston has shown that methane leaks from gas drilling wells, compressor stations and natural gas processing plants located in the...
Reduction in methane emissions from local natural gas distribution systems can be attributed to technological advances in gas monitoring systems, materials and gas detection equipment, according to a recent study conducted by a team of scientists from Washington State University...
Study Shows Food-waste Added to Manure Anaerobic Digestion Process Offers Many Benefits After conducting an in-depth life-cycle analysis assessing the environmental impact and economic benefits of managing both manure and food waste generated at a dairy farm, scientists conclude that...
We all strive to get the most out of our financial investments, and getting the best value for money without sacrificing on quality is one way to achieve this. For landfill gas collection systems, one of the key components for...
