Energy

Lightbulb moment for fungi scientists

The glowing fungus arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree in the lab. Credit: Empa. Amid the climate emergency and with energy prices remaining high, scientists are exploring new ways of producing…

SRUC
29/11/2024

World’s first GreenShed opens its doors

A world-first circular farming system which uses cattle waste to power a shed and grow indoor crops has opened its doors for the first time.…

SRUC
10/09/2024

Growing for gold

Cutting-edge research will be used in a £375,000 project to find a plant-based alternative for the recovery of gold, silver and copper nanoparticles from mining waste. …

SRUC
16/02/2023

Pine needles offer key energy solution

A real Christmas tree is the centrepiece of many households’ festive decorations but apart from filling the room with a woody fragrance, pine needles have a key role to play in addressing challenges relating to energy.…

SRUC
15/12/2022