Environmental pollution and cancer: Mechanisms and control strategies
October 2026
Environmental pollution has become one of the most important modifiable environmental determinants contributing to the global cancer burden. Increasing evidence indicates that exposure to air, water,...
The hidden dilemma of biodegradable plastics
October 2026
The global surge in biodegradable plastics production–projected to reach a market value of $28 billion by 2030–has been widely heralded as a promising solution to the persistent crisis of plastic pollution....
Explaining EV adoption sustainability through the lens of pro-environmental behavior: A Middle East cross-economy analysis
October 2026
The Middle East stands among the most active regions in advancing sustainability goals and pro-environmental practices by deploying low-carbon solutions, including decarbonizing the transportation sector....
Comprehensive analysis of electricity price dynamics and influencing factors in deregulated markets based on multi-year data for strategic planning and risk management
October 2026
Electricity prices in deregulated markets are influenced by multiple interdependent factors, including demand fluctuations, fuel costs, renewable energy penetration, carbon pricing, and weather variability,...
Techno-economic assessment and risk analysis of a diesel–renewable hybrid energy system for utility-scale power generation
October 2026
This study evaluates the techno-economic feasibility and financial risk of integrating solar photovoltaics (PV) and battery storage with conventional diesel-based generation for energy-intensive operations...
Hard segment-tuned polyurethane prepolymers boost interfacial compatibility of high-content starch/poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) biodegradable composite films
October 2026
To overcome the interfacial incompatibility in high-starch-content starch/ poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) biodegradable composites, we designed four structure-defined polyurethane prepolymers...
One-pot production of isosorbide from glucose using a dual functional catalyst based on sugarcane leaf biochar and mixed with Amberlyst-15
October 2026
Isosorbide (ISB), a rigid bicyclic diol derived from glucose, is an attractive bio-based monomer for sustainable polymers, but its production typically relies on multi-step processes and fossil-based...
Beyond cooling: Radiative cooling for sustainable thermal management in skin-interface healthcare
October 2026
The increasing frequency of extreme heat events and the growing demand for sustainable thermal management strategies have stimulated the development of energy-efficient approaches for skin-interface...
Thermal radiation as a new design dimension for passive air-cooling heat sinks
October 2026
Passive air-cooling heat sinks remain indispensable for thermal management of electronic devices owing to their simplicity, reliability, and zero energy consumption. Among the available heat dissipation...
The adsorption of rhodamine B dye by powdered durian ( Durio zibethinus L. “Moan Thong”) shells and pineapple (Ananas comosus L. Merr.) peels
Available online 8 October 2026
Using fruit waste as a dye adsorbent is another option to achieve environmental sustainability in terms of waste management, along with wastewater treatment. This study aimed to synthesize new adsorbents...
Consumer acceptance of Digital Product Passports: An application of the Extended Technology Acceptance Model
Available online 8 October 2026
Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are gradually being made mandatory under the European Union’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). Whether they succeed in promoting sustainable consumption...
Screening of graphene/graphene oxide-modified CDW-based geopolymer composites: Mechanical, electrochemical, and environmental trade-offs
Available online 6 October 2026
This study screens construction and demolition waste (CDW)-based geopolymer composites containing a fixed graphene oxide (GO) dosage and varying graphene (G) contents to examine mechanical, electrochemical,...
Recent advances in oil spill recovery technologies
Available online 6 October 2026
Marine oil spills pose persistent threats to ecosystems and economies. This review systematically evaluates research advancements in marine oil spill recovery over the past decade, focusing on the last...
Recycled copper waste as a green functional material for enhanced bacterial removal in drinking water filtration systems
July 2026
In rural communities, conventional methods used to disinfect raw water are not only insufficient, but they also generate harmful byproducts. This increases the risk of water-borne diseases, highlighting...
Improving solar still performance by sidewall insulation and water proofing at varying water depths
July 2026
Water scarcity is a huge global concern. A single-slope solar still is a low-cost and simple method for obtaining potable water. However, productivity per unit area is low, which makes this type less...
The role of the level of artificial intelligence adoption on business model innovation, sustainable competitive advantage, and firm performance: Integrating the TOE framework and Dynamic Capabilities theory
July 2026
Drawing on the TOE framework (Technology-Organization-Environment) and Dynamic Capabilities theory, this study aims to explain the mechanisms driving the level of Artificial Intelligence adoption (AI)...
Recent advances in metal–organic frameworks for xylene isomers separation: Performance and mechanism insights
July 2026
The separation of xylene isomers is considered among the most challenging chemical separation problems globally. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) have shown considerable potential for the adsorption...
Tidal phase-driven variability in marine debris magnitudes from the estuary of the Banjir Kanal Timur river, Semarang
July 2026
This study investigated the impact of tidal dynamics and river discharge on marine debris deposition from the Banjir Kanal Timur estuary, Semarang, into the Java Sea, while also estimating mismanaged...
Nanotechnology in cement-based materials: A state-of-the-art review on performance enhancement, sustainability challenges, and future prospects
July 2026
The cement industry faces urgent demands for innovative solutions to mitigate its significant environmental footprint. Nanotechnology offers a promising pathway to develop high-performance and multifunctional...
Design and evaluation of a hybrid forecasting system for electric power consumption using intelligent parameter tuning and nonlinear data modeling
July 2026
Accurate prediction of electricity consumption is a complex, nonlinear task, and traditional linear, fixed-parameter models often fail to capture dynamic demand patterns. To overcome these challenges,...
Integration of multi-criteria decision making and random forest regression for evaluating and predicting the optimal performance of elephant dung pellets enhanced with thermochemical by-product additives
July 2026
Elephant dung (ED) is an abundant yet severely underutilized biomass resource due to its exceptionally high ash content and weak structural integrity when densified. This study establishes an integrated...
Optimizing communication and computational cost for IoT devices in energy efficient swarm robotics
July 2026
The Internet of Things (IoT) renders swarm robotics possible, which makes tasks like surveillance, farming, and disaster response more efficient and flexible. The limited energy and processing power...
Cellulose gel-enabled self-powered sensing via moisture energy harvesting
July 2026
Sensing technology has always faced challenges in terms of energy supply, environmental adaptability, and long-term stability. Moisture-based electricity generation technology utilizes environmental...
Ex-situ catalytic pyrolysis of Spirulina (Arthrospira) platensis using activated carbon, ginger, and NaOH: Impact on product distribution and bio-oil properties
July 2026
The reliance on fossil fuels contributes significantly to CO2 emissions, leading to environmental degradation and energy insecurity. Renewable energy sources, such as microalgal and cyanobacterial biomass,...
Comparative study of functional activities and microorganism’s communities in agro-ecological and conventional soil of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) crops
July 2026
Land management practices are widely known to influence soil quality. In this ecosystem, soil microorganisms participate in soil biogeochemical cycles; in particular, the transformation of organic matter...