Alternative fuel sources are a hot topic these days, with the widespread boycott of Russian oil and gas combined with the dire state of the environment. In terms of reducing the negative impact conventionally powered vehicles have on the planet, there’s been a lot of investment … [Read more...] about Introducing the world’s first ammonia-fueled tractor
Ammonia
Ammonia-making bacteria could replace polluting fertilizers in the future
Ammonia fertilizers have been effective at helping farmers grow their commercial crops. However, they’re also one of the major sources of nitrogen pollution, contaminating waterways and threatening biodiversity. A recent study, published in the American Society for Microbiology, … [Read more...] about Ammonia-making bacteria could replace polluting fertilizers in the future
Can hydropower help clean up commercial ammonia production?
Ammonia is a colorless, noxious gas that is a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen. It is used for a number of different things from producing dyes to treating wastewater, but it’s most common industrial use in the production of fertilizer. Although useful, the production of … [Read more...] about Can hydropower help clean up commercial ammonia production?
Shipping industry to use fertilizer in attempt to run vessels in a greener way
The shipping industry bears an egregious carbon footprint, amounting to nearly 2 percent of total global emissions, about the same as the entire German economy. In its efforts to clean up its act, the industry is preparing to move away from fossil fuels and is exploring using … [Read more...] about Shipping industry to use fertilizer in attempt to run vessels in a greener way