Turning Agricultural Biomass Ash into a Valuable Resource in the Construction Industry—Exploring the Potential of Industrial Symbiosis by Olivera Bedov, Ana Andabaka, Suzana Draganić

“…The circular economy framework emphasizes regeneration and restoration to minimize resource and energy use, waste generation, pollution, and other environmental impacts. Aligned with these principles of sustainability, the construction industry, energy sector and food processing industry can establish a shared interest through industrial symbiosis. …”
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In Vitro Biocontrol Evaluation of Some Selected Trichoderma Strains against the Root Pathogen Fusarium oxysporum of Hot Pepper (Capsicum annum L.) in Bure Woreda, Ethiopia by Abayeneh Girma

“…Controlling this disease using fungicides can pollute the environment and induce genetic resistance in fungal phytopathogens. …”
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Adept Domestic Energy Load Profile Development Using Computational Intelligence-Based Modelling by Olawale Popoola, Agnes Ramokone, Ayokunle Awelewa

“…This will translate into power system reliability, reduce operation cost (lowest cost), and reduce greenhouse emissions (environmental pollution), thereby cumulating into sustainable cities.…”
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Modification of Chitosan-Coated Magnetic Material with Glycidyl-trimethylammonium Chloride for Cr(VI) Adsorption by Salwa Kamilia, Feri Mukhayani, Sutarno Sutarno, Nuryono Nuryono

“…The study of kinetics and adsorption isotherm showed that the adsorption of Cr(VI) anion on the adsorbent MM/Chit/GTMAC (with the mass ratio of Chit to GTMAC 1:6) follows the pseudo-second-order kinetic model with the adsorption rate constant of 5.3 × 10−3 g mg−1 min−1 and Langmuir isotherms with the adsorption maximum capacity of 104.17 mg g−1, which has a potential to be applied for removing Cr(VI) from polluted wastewater.…”
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Exponential function LMS and fractional order pid based voltage power quality enhancement in distribution network by Prashant Kumar, Sabha Raj Arya

“…The complexity of distribution power system becomes a menace for utility person and causing severe power quality issues. The polluted voltage power quality seriously affects the performance of critical equipment's and causing load disruptions. …”
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Integrated management of Sorkhroud coastal area in line with tourism development by mehdi razjouyan, sadredin motevali, gholamrza janbaz ghobadi

“…The results show that from the point of view of half of government officials and experts, the expansion of the tourism industry on the one hand reduces the region's economic prosperity and on the other hand reduces regional security and environmental pollution. So in the current situation there is no motivation to expand the tourism industry for government managers; Thus, in order to prevent gaps and parallel activities, the provision of services to sustainable tourism development requires the integration of tourism management and continuous planning in organized, participatory and popular. …”
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Assessing Magnetic Susceptibility Profiles of Topsoils under Different Occupations by N. Bouhsane, S. Bouhlassa

“…The aims of this study were to investigate the impact of land use or human activity on χlf of soil overlying the same substrate, to discriminate allochthonous material or pollution from autochthonous or inherited ones, and to assess the origin and contribution of superparamagnetic (SP) grains to the global magnetic susceptibility χlf. …”
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Assessment of the Preservation and Conservation of Teachers’ Records at Rubanda District Local Government by Gumoshabe, Alexander R.

“…The findings of the study revealed that, biological threats, mishandling of records, dust, humidity, fungi, pests and moulds, pollution, plucking of pages of documents and poor retrieval and filling practices are leading causes of deterioration of teachers records.…”
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Food Safety Analysis of Milk and Beef in Southwestern Uganda by Phyllis Candy, Natabo, Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Sarah, Namubiru, Dickson Stuart, Tayebwa, Andrew, Tamale, Pwaveno H., Bamaiyi

“…Inorganic pollutants in milk and beef are of major public health concern; however, information in Africa is still limited due to low food safety monitoring practices. …”
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Effect of Discarded Group B and Group D Car Category Tyre Rubber Chippings as Partial Replacement for Coarse Aggregates in M25 Concrete. by Wancha, Vicent

“…Utilizing the aforementioned recyclable and commercial waste aggregates can help prevent garbage from being dumped on the ground, reduce groundwater pollution, and lighten concrete by reducing its density. …”
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Comparative Assessment of the Efficiencies of Activated Carbon from Banana Peels and Millet Husks in Waste Water Treatment. by Ntege, Abudu Swaburu

“…The project aims to address critical global challenges such as water pollution, high treatment costs, and the environmental risks associated with conventional methods. …”
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A Comparative Analysis on the Effect of Poultry Manure and Pig Manure on Cabbage Yield Around Kabale University. by Amanya, Pride

“…Poultry manure, with its higher nitrogen content, if not properly managed, poses risks of nitrogen runoff into nearby water bodies, leading to water pollution, algal blooms, and oxygen depletion, which can harm aquatic ecosystems. …”
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Investigating the Effect of Wood Charcoal Dust as Partial Replacement for Cement in Plain Concrete. by Akankunda, Lindah

“…However, the cement industry significantly depletes natural resources such as aggregates, consumes substantial energy, and contributes to environmental pollution. Utilizing by-products like Wood Charcoal Dust (WCD) and agricultural waste ashes offers a dual benefit: addressing disposal challenges and providing a sustainable alternative to cement in concrete production. …”
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Design and Construction of a Solar Installation System for a Reading Room at St. Johns Secondary School Ikumba. by Turyashemererwa, Norbet

“…Solar panel systems are cost-effective, pollution-free, and maintenance-free.…”
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An Assessment of the Impacts of Inadequate Housing on the Health of Urban Dwellers: A Case Study of Bweyale Town Council of Kiryandongo District by Malaki, Wanjala

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Spatial and temporal variations of faecal indicator bacteria in Lake Bunyonyi, South‑Western Uganda by Alex, Saturday, Thomas, J. Lyimo, John, Machiwa, Siajali, Pamba

“…Result The FIB concentration was consistently measured during sampling months and correlated with each other showing the presumed human faecal pollution in the lake. The highest concentration values for E. coli (64.7 ± 47.3 CFU/100 mL) and enterococci (24.6 ± 32.4 CFU/100 mL were obtained in the station close to the Mugyera trading centre. …”
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Reverse logistics and environmental sustainability in selected manufacturing entities in Kampala district, Uganda by Rugasira, Jack, Moses, Agaba, Jotham Mbiito, Byarugaba, Rita, Makumbi, Kyatuheire, Jill, Asiimwe, Jane

“…It is therefore recommended that National Environment Management Authority and Uganda revenue Authority work out a rewards system for firms that actively practice Reverse Logistics as this undercuts pollution as reduces waste dumped in water bodies and the environment…”
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Non-metallic iodine single-atom catalysts with optimized electronic structures for efficient Fenton-like reactions by Junjun Pei, Jianbin Liu, Kaixing Fu, Yukui Fu, Kai Yin, Shenglian Luo, Deyou Yu, Mingyang Xing, Jinming Luo

“…This leads to a significantly accelerated degradation of pollutants, evidenced by a relatively high observed kinetic rate constant (k obs ~ 0.436 min− 1) compared to other metallic SACs. …”
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Ecogenomic insights into the resilience of keystone Blastococcus Species in extreme environments: a comprehensive analysis by Imed Sbissi, Farah Chouikhi, Faten Ghodhbane-Gtari, Maher Gtari

“…The strains also exhibited plant growth-promoting traits, enhanced heavy metal resistance, and the ability to degrade environmental pollutants, positioning Blastococcus as a candidate for sustainable agriculture and bioremediation. …”
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SEASONAL VARIATION OF PHYTOPLANKTON FUNCTIONAL GROUPS IN TUYEN LAM RESERVOIR, CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, VIETNAM by Thi Hoang Yen Tran, Thi Trang Le, Doan Dang Phan, Thanh Thai Tran, Van Tu Nguyen, Ngoc Lam Nguyen, Thanh Luu Pham

“…The Shannon diversity index (H¢) showed that phytoplankton communities were relatively diverse and that most of the study sites were lightly polluted. However, the ecological status has deteriorated at some locations due to the overgrowth of group M, leading to eutrophication in this reservoir. …”
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