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China creates a new type of wood that provides solar energy even in the dark
This new material captures, stores and converts solar energy into electricity in a single structure. Its advantages over solar panels are evident A team of Chinese researchers has developed a wood capable of generating solar energy even in the absence of light, according to a study published in Advanced Energy Materials. This innovative material integrates energy capture, storage and conversion in a single structure.
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Scientists cant believe it: they discover that an African forest regenerates without planting a single tree
When you think of Africa, the image is usually closer to a desert and a dry land than a forest full of trees. The reality is that, on that continent, many regions have a common landscape of soil degradation and loss of vegetation. Given this reality, attempts to reverse the advance of desertification have been constant, but in many cases insufficient.
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Europe cuts down less wood than its forests generate, with the sole exception of one country
In most cases, forest management is being developed sustainably, allowing forests to grow despite logging activity.
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76% of consumers would pay more for sustainable furniture: demand for wood products with certified origin grows
In a global context where consumption is beginning to be redefined, furniture is no longer chosen solely for its aesthetics, price or functionality. Increasingly, consumers seek to know the story behind the products they purchase, prioritizing their origin and the environmental impact of their manufacturing.
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How deforestation and forest fragmentation affect the water cycle in watersheds
An international analysis led by the University of British Columbia warned that reducing forest cover decreases the capacity of watersheds
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Master Chamfer – Edge chamfering 2.0
Wemhöner presents a compact, high-precision solution for panel bevelling, designed to optimize process quality, reduce waste and improve efficiency in industrial production lines.
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The worlds forests lost more than 400 million hectares between 1990 and 2020
Environment Editorial, March 19 (EFE).- Forests host up to 80% of the planets terrestrial biodiversity but between 1990 and 2020 they lost more than 400 million hectares in the world, especially in tropical regions of America, Africa and Asia, according to a study by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
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Transparent wood: the material of the future that is beginning to arouse interest in Mar del Plata
This innovative material allows you to create translucent surfaces from natural wood. Its development opens new possibilities for sustainable design and is already beginning to generate interest among architects in Mar del Plata.
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More than 200 people participated in the Concert for Forests and Peace in Santiago del Estero
On a night marked by emotion, culture and environmental commitment, the Faculty of Forestry Sciences of the National University of Santiago del Estero carried out the Concert for Forests and Peace with great attendance, an event that brought together more than 200 people in the auditorium of the Botanical Garden Building Complex.
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