Do you want to know how miniscule invisible plastic pieces and the chemicals attached to them end up in the daily foodstuffs and cosmetics you consume — and how researchers exactly trace and identify them? By the end you will know the current Harmful effects of microplastics in cosmetics, the current methodology for identifying microplastics, […]

Ever paused to consider what exactly goes into the cough syrup you give your child when she’s ill? It’s a product we tend to take for granted. But in recent years, that trust has been shaken by a string of tragedies, most famously the contamination of two highly toxic industrial solvents—ethylene glycol (EG) and diethylene […]

We choose furniture based on design, comfort, and fit-but do we ever think about what it’s made of? Behind the finish of your hip office desk, your ergonomic chair, or your cozy home sofa, there could be a stealthy health danger: volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as heavy metals that impact indoor air quality […]

In the majority of Indian industrial and agricultural processes, solid fuels such as wood, cow dung, and agricultural residue are still burned for energy. While popularly believed to be cheap and easily accessible, burning these fuels contributes significantly to solid fuel emissions, which have far-reaching implications, not only for environmental sustainability, but for regulatory compliance […]

Did you ever imagine that the farm waste we are taking for granted can be a mighty source of renewable energy? Biochar, a carbon-rich product from organic waste through the process of charcoal-making, is proving to be a high-potential biofuel with great prospects, particularly in a nation like India. Based on the help of a […]

We eat fruits, vegetables, and cereals every day, believing that they are safe and healthy. But you might not know that most food items carry pesticide residues on them, which, if not strictly controlled, are harmful to us. They can cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, and damage to the nervous system. In agri-dependent India, pesticides are […]

Are the plastics and polymers we consume truly green, or are they just green in name? In India, the increased use of compostable and biodegradable products has led to a scrutiny of their genuineness and ecological footprint. This blog explores the new techniques being implemented in India to test the compostability and biodegradability of plastics […]

Did you know your smartphone in your pocket, the electric car on the road, and even the components of your solar panels have it all built based on just a very few minerals and elements? The world is racing towards a green energy revolution, and with it comes a hefty demand for critical minerals like […]

Ever wonder how the industries decrease their carbon footprint while enabling efficiency and productivity? It’s all about the innovative use of Alternative Fuels and Raw Materials in cement, steel, and energy industries. In these fragile times of climate change and resource depletion, AFR has emerged as a game-changer for industries like cement, steel, and energy. […]

How frequently do you consider the dialysis treatment water quality? For those on dialysis, water quality is very crucial rather than just relevant. Any change in the quality of clean, pure water guarantees the efficient and safe elimination of waste from the bloodstream. However, any compromise in its quality increases major health hazards. The use […]