Hydrogen, a versatile and energy-dense fuel, is key to a low-carbon future. China aims for hydrogen to comprise over 10% of its energy supply by 2050 as part of its 2060 carbon neutrality goals. Platinum, a critical bottleneck for green-hydrogen infrastructure, is used as a catalyst in water electrolysis and hydrogen-fuel cells. As the world's largest platinum consumer, China relies on overseas sources for over 95%, making its hydrogen industry vulnerable to supply disruptions. Hence, jo...
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In a study published in Cell Reports Sustainability, researchers quantify the pesticide footprints and environmental-health risks of global soybean trade, highlighting the importance of agricultural trade in global pesticide management. The widespread use of pesticides in food production systems impacts human, animal, and ecosystem health. The globalization of the food trade is masking such impacts by separating production from consumption, yet its effects on pesticide use and their ...
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