New research shows that an array of new and unclassified oil-eating bacteria is feasting on the rich resource of oil leaked into the Gulf of Mexico.

Nano coatings of gold on anodes in a microbial electrochemical cell increased electricity production 20 times, boosting the chances of a sewage system that can produce electricity.

Zero-valent iron microparticles can destroy in soil toxins used in pesticides, degreasers and dry cleaning.

Using super-high pressures similar to those found deep in the earth, researchers have created the most condensed form of energy storage outside of nuclear energy.

US researchers have isolated a gene from a fern that allows it to tolerate high levels of arsenic. This could provide a way to create plants that can clean up arsenic-contaminated soil and waters.

A genetically modified tobacco plant has been developed that helps temper the damaging effects of a toxic pond scum that makes water unsafe for drinking, swimming, or fishing.

The discovery of bacteria that breathe rocks could help develop systems that use domestic or agricultural waste to generate clean electricity.

Australians need to avoid complacency about the ‘clean and green’ image widely used to market our food produce at home and overseas, according to a leading Australian contaminant scientist.