Emilia Herraira

In the early 1980s, Chattanooga, Tennessee faced significant economic challenges as businesses were closing or moving operations offshore, leading to a nearly deserted downtown area after work hours. The Tennessee River, which had once been central to the city's economy and character, no

The construction industry is facing an increasingly urgent need to address embodied carbon, the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of construction materials. As the world strives to achieve net-zero carbon by 2050 and halve emissions by 2030, structural engineers play a

The global plastic waste crisis has reached alarming levels, with oceans overflowing with plastic debris and ecosystems under severe threat. In response, regulatory frameworks and technological innovations are being developed to address this pressing issue. The 2023 plastics and packaging

The European energy landscape is facing significant challenges due to the recurring Dunkelflaute phenomenon, characterized by periods of minimal wind and sunlight. These conditions lead to substantial drops in renewable energy generation, resulting in volatile electricity prices. The debate over

Singapore has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to meet its climate targets by 2030, focusing on energy efficiency, carbon capture technology, and clean energy imports. This detailed plan, submitted to the United Nations in November 2024, provides a transparent roadmap within the framework of the

The subject of this analysis is the prevalence and potential health impacts of "Forever Chemicals," particularly PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), in U.S. water supplies, and the associated risks linked to cancer. PFAS are a class of thousands of man-made chemicals widely used

The brewing contention surrounding the offshore wind industry is intensifying with the imminent inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who officially takes office on Monday. This hot-button issue, particularly in the coastal regions of the East Coast, revolves around Trump’s staunch o

The Ontario government's consideration of a new, large-scale nuclear power plant at the Wesleyville site, near Port Hope, has sparked an extensive dialogue among stakeholders. This ambitious proposal aims to address the province's escalating energy demands and secure long-term energy

The debut of the world's first carbon fiber passenger train, the CETROVO 1.0 Carbon Star Express, has brought both excitement and anticipation for the future of mass transit in China. Developed by leading Chinese companies, this innovative train represents a giant leap forward in railway

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has recently made a significant announcement involving a substantial $635 million in grants aimed specifically at enhancing clean transportation infrastructure. This major funding effort will be distributed across 27 states, four tribal areas, and the