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Materials Today, Volume 78, September 2024

This article provides a comprehensive review of the recent advancements in 3D/4D printed materials for fog collection and solar vapor generation devices. It covers various aspects such as material properties, device engineering, printing technologies, practical challenges, and future prospects in the field of water harvesting systems.
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More than 1100 people came together virtually on 18 June 2024 for the tenth edition of the RELX SDG Inspiration Day: "In the Age of AI: Information to Advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." The annual online event brings together thought leaders, corporate representatives, students, investors, governments, and NGOs to explore pressing issues, gain practical insight, and inspire action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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This chapter aligns with UN SDG Goals 6, 13, and 14 by focusing on climate change and marine species' resilience in the ocean environment.

This paper argues that water insecurity is deeply rooted in power imbalances and differing values about water, contrasting dominant views of water as a commodity with Indigenous perspectives that emphasize respect and responsibility. It highlights the importance of Indigenous Peoples' knowledge and land sovereignty in addressing the global water crisis and calls for redistributing power to include their voices in policy processes for meaningful change.

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Antibiofouling Membranes for Water and Wastewater Treatment: Principles and Applications, 2024, Pages 247-311

This chapter aligns with UN SDG Goals 6, 9 and 12 by focusing on the advancement and practical application of antibiofouling membrane technologies in water and wastewater treatment, which is essential for improving water quality and ensuring sustainable water management practices.

With evident relevance to SDG 6, the research explores a water pollution control technology evaluation model based on the Pythagorean language neutrosophic set (PLNS) in the context of the pulp and paper industry. The authors' model aims to assist in the choice of appropriate water pollution control technology for those working within the paper industry. It is tested in an example based in China.
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Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment, Volume 6, June 2024

Wastewater treatment processes are generally expensive and energy-intensive, emitting greenhouse gases like methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide. One of the critical challenges in wastewater treatment is the removal of heavy metals, including cadmium, lead, arsenic, chromium, and zinc. THis artciles explores the use of biochar for the removal of Cd2+ and Zn2+.

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